APPI-Com / -CovR Full-Duplex Hands-Free Radios APPI-Com: CE APPI-CovR: CE BS-ACO-01 FCC-IC BS-ACOU-01 /02/03 BS-APC2-01 /A3 FCC-IC BS-APC2U-B0 /B1/B2/B3/00/01/02/03 USER’s MANUAL Version 3.4 Introduction : Thank you for choosing APPI systems ! The APPI Radios enable "hands free & conference mode” communication on several free-band channels for mobile teams, without requiring any Base or Master terminal.
Note for APPI-CovR product: allow to dry completely before wearing or storing. Never spray liquid directly onto the headset/headphone (shell’s internal side) or submerge in water or liquid. The APPI-Com Radio: Quick Start USAGE IN ATEX ZONE: CONNECT OR DICONNECT ONLY OUT OF THE ATEX ZONE In ATEX version, connect exclusively the provided ATEX Audio accessory, OUT of the ATEX Zone.
Note: Long-Range Channels are noted LR (1LR, 2LR, etc.), while the Short-Range ones are SR as « 16SR » The APPI-CovR Radio: Quick Start APPI-CovR is full-duplex Radio Embedded in a Noise Cancelling Audio headset, offering the same radio features than the APPI-Com, with some changes: it has a Noise Cancelling Boomer Microphone and offers a Noise Cancelling Protection for Noisy Places.
Note / VOX Setting: a continuous sound is played when the microphone picks up sound/noise and emits so help setting the VOX. Index table Introduction : Thank you for choosing APPI systems ! ..................................................................................... 1 The APPI-Com Radio: Quick Start ..................................................................................................................... 2 Initiate the communication ......................................................
Operating principles of the APPI-Radios Each APPI-Radio kit (group) is defined by an ID number. The APPI-Radios can communicate using one “Long Range” channels (4 in CE version, 32 in FCC/IC version), or (CE version) any of the 12 “Short Range” ones. The possible use modes are: TALK (conference), LISTEN (listen only) or MULTIplex for groups larger than 3 peoples.
Radio reception level Reception information messages are played in the audio equipment (see “Connection information”), and the reception level is also displayed on the screen. In case a module does not emit (switched off, out of range, communication on another channel ...
Setting the Sidetone level Sidetone Menu. You can set the « side tone », i.e., the level of the user’s own voice being bounced back to your speaker, unless the use of certain peripherals (bone conduction mic., a remote speaker, intercom cable) ➔Change the settings with the L/R keys from 0 to 9 - Sidetone 0 Confirm + Activating the ECO (Economy) mode (APPI-Com only) ECO MENU.
Using a Bluetooth device (BT Option) Bluetooth MENU. If the Bluetooth option is available, you can connect: • A Communication device (Phone, 2Ways radio…) to create a gateway between several networks ➔You can get phone calls in PRIVATE mode or share the conversation in PUBLIC mode with the group.
Remove a Bluetooth headset or Smartphone For the two Bluetooth modes, the delete menu is available from the Bluetooth menu by pressing. Delete headset MSA Left/Right Select Next Cancel Delete phone Phone1 Select Next Cancel Once the device is selected, confirm your choice. Communication with a phone The GSM communication is activated only during the calls: for an incoming call, the “incoming call” message is played.
Lone Worker Protection « LWP » (Safety Pack Option) LWP MENU - The Radios can detect the immobility of the wearer (Man-Down). By software configuration (see "Software Configuration"), and for "Talk" module only, it is possible to activate the “LWP” feature. With this function activated, the device sends a voice message to all other modules of the Kit ("Talk", "Listen" or "Multiplex") indicating the immobility of the wearer.
Information on the Connection within the group Depending on the chosen configuration, the radio module can indicate (Audio messages) its connection/disconnection status with other members of the team. There are 3 possible connection levels (Configuration software): ➢ NO message: may be useful when the wearer is in an area where connection is weak and he doesn’t want to hear the connect/disconnect message too often.
Listen Mode (APPI-Com only) STARTING MENU – If enabled, this mode allows LISTEN Radios from OTHER kits, knowing their Kit ID, without being able to enter the conversation. After confirming the mode and the channel number, the user may enter the Kit ID with the 3 keys: Next Digit Validate Upper number When Validating Kit ID, the Radio switches to the LISTEN mode.
Battery life and Charging The APPI Radios use rechargeable batteries, to be charged thanks to the provided APPI/USB cable on a 5VDC/1A source. The battery cannot be removed/changed in the field: please contact APPI-Support.
Radio Range The radio range (Line Of Sight) in open space between two APPI-Radios using a ½ wave antenna is more than 3Km LOS using a Long Range channel (around 900m in Eco mode), and around 300m using a SR “Short Range” channel, but this distance can vary depending on the environment: obstacles, working within in a building, EM perturbations, etc. It is also reduced when using a ¼ Wave or an internal antenna. Operation Incidents Some operation incidents may occur.
Specifics: the APPI-Com Radio Attachment clip (Non ATEX Version) The modules with an external antenna are provided with an attachment clip. The clip can be installed in only ONE position ➔ NOTE: TOO MUCH FORCE TO PUT ON OR REMOVE THE CLIP CAN DETERIORATE THE HOUSING OF THE MODULE .
APPI-Com: rubber cover (mandatory for the ATEX version) Rubber covers are available in various colors (red, gray or orange) and can be cleaned with a damp cloth. APPI-Com radio can be inserted into the protective cover after installing the protective glass: with external antennas, first insert the antenna, then insert the radio the rubber. This cover is particularly effective against dirt, shock and scratches and the shell is equipped with a belt clip but can also be used with the neck strap.
Configuration software An APPI-Com module can only communicate with modules having the same kit ID. In factory configuration, the Radios are configured with the same kit number: there is therefore no need to configure. Thereafter, the user may wish to change the configuration of the modules in the following cases: • Replace a radio in a kit, Create new kits (example: 3 kits of 2 modules from 2 kits of 3, etc.) • Enable / disable the "Secret" mode, enable or disable the "Talk" and / or "Listen" modes, etc.
NOTE: « Next » would only be accessible when 2 or 3 modules are detected. ➔Click on “Next” if the detected number of Radios is correct: “Normal” Mode: the modules of the kit may be heard by an APPI-Com module in Listen Mode. “Secret” Mode: NO other module would be able to listen to the modules of this kit NOTE: if the proposed Kit ID already exists in the group, you may ask for another kit ID to be generated by clicking “change”. For safety reasons, you may only request 3 changes.
Configuration of larger groups (MULTIplex) - Tutorial To create a kit with of 4 radios, first configure the 2 priority (Talk) radios, then add the other ones: 1. Choose “More than 3 modules” and only connect the 2 “Talk” ones 2. Switch on the Radios NOTE: the radios will go to the USB mode (if not change the mode from COM to USB): NOTE: the « Next » button becomes available if the 2 « Talk » modules are detected. 3.
5. After clicking on “Add”, the window displays: The left side of the window shows the ID of the two “Talk” modules, while the left side zone displays all the “Multiplex” modules added to the kit. 6. After choosing “Add”, you go back to the validation step with the new added “Multiplex” radio being listed: 7. In this example, Radio number C-000003, C000037, C-000137 and M-000009 are part of kit #13, et can be heard by any APPI Radio in Listen mode provided they enter the right kit ID (13).
Radios Advanced configuration – Tutorial The objective here is to configure 3 APPI Radios (SN 0045 / 0089 / 0007) Radio C-00000045 & C-00000089 as such: - Activate « Talk + Listen » modes - Activate the LWP mode with the following parameters: o Pre-alert period: 40 seconds / Alert period: 10 seconds / No authorization to disable the LWP - Playing the Alert messages every 2 minutes / “English” language for the vocal alerts - Activate the SafeLine mode Radio M-00000007, we want to: - authorize the user to dis
5. Then « EDIT » the parameters on module C-00000045 as desired: On first tab, you may choose « TALK + LISTEN ». Then choose « LWP CONFIGURATION » tab (the CALL option is not available from 3.3 version on): Then set the desired parameters up: Then choose « MESSAGE SETTINGS » to configure « English » for language and activate the Safeline mode NOTE : the « Safeline » is only available for Radio with the Safety Pack Option APPI-Com V3.4 – Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.
6. The desired configuration of module C-000045 is complete. Choosing “Confirm” you will freeze the parameters: NOTE: at this stage, the modifications have NOT been stored, thus the Radio is NOT configured yet! 7. To duplicate this configuration to C-000089, choose « Copy the configuration of first module »: By choosing « Yes», the configuration is copied from module C-000045 to module C-000089: NOTE: any modification made on configuration of module C-000045 will be replicated on module C000089.
10. Chose « ADVANCED SETTINGS », check the 4 options, then click « confirm » 11. We then come to the above window: By choosing « Next », the parameters are sent to each radio. new After a few seconds the above window appears: This confirms that the configuration is done! NOTE: it is possible to simultaneously configure 1, 2 or 3 modules. NOTE: for a module in « Multiplex » mode, the LWP emission parameters’ tab is not accessible. APPI-Com V3.4 – Copy prohibited www.appi-technology.
Particular case: advanced configuration for a Multiplex Radio For a Multiplex radio, step 6 will display this (M-0000007 is Multiplex): The same principle applies as for the « TALK » radio. Note: A Multiplex radio can be part of up to 10 different kits. The Kit ID is replaced by a list with all kit’s number the radio can be attached to. This allows check which kits this particular radio can be linked to.
Configuration incidents The following problems may be encountered during setup: ➢ Radios are not detected; Radios number doesn’t match or the search symbol persists : o The computer may take time (several minutes) to recognize the modules via USB ➔ wait or restart the detection by choosing Refresh. o An USB connection cable is loose ➔ check and re-connect then Refresh. ➢ Configuration could be “impossible”: o o The radios are not switched on.
Glossary LWP: Lone Worker Protection: immobility detection. PTT: Push-To-Talk, button connected to the audio device which activates the microphone. Full-Duplex: Bidirectional communication, i.e., emission and reception are performed simultaneously. Kit: Set of 2 or 3 APPI-Com modules linked together and sharing a common number, between 1 and 4094. Throat microphone: It is an Audio device that uses throat’s vibration to pick up the sound. Listen Mode: Operation mode allowing to “Listen” only, not talk.
Usage recommendations and marking Safety recommendations It is recommended to take the following safety precautions when using this device: • Water and moisture – Modules are IP66 (water jets) or IP67 Certified (1m immersion, 30mn) for the ATEX and Defense version. If exposed to more severe conditions (diving, plunge, etc.) turn immediately the power off and return the unit to the service department for a control. • Battery - Do not try to change the battery.
