SON150 Wireless DECT7 Base Station Manual 7340 SW Durham Road, Portland, OR 97224 USA Phone: 800-833-4558, 503-684-7080, Fax 503-620-2943 www.soneticscorp.com • e-mail: service@soneticscorp.
Table of Contents Overview .................................................................................................................... 1 Contents in Box .......................................................................................................... 2 Accessories (not included) ......................................................................................... 2 Features ................................................................................................................
Overview Wireless base stations support the RF connections of Sonetics wireless communication systems. Housed in a compact rugged case, the Multiple-User Base Station maintains digital communication with up to five Sonetics wireless headsets in full duplex(like a conference call) with each able to activate a radio PTT remotely thru the Sonetics Digital Intercoms. For additional users, the wireless base has the ability to have up to 100 users in listen only mode for use in applications like tour groups.
Contents in Box Base Station 1 ea x Wireless Base Station Antenna 1 ea x Duck Antenna 1 ea x Duck Antenna Mount Manual and Reference 1 ea x Quick Reference Guide 1 ea x Manual Power 1 ea x AC Wall Adaptor 1 ea x DC Power Cable 1 ea x in-line Fuse Holder & Fuse Accessories 1 ea x Intercom Interface Kit 4 ea x Mounting Feet 1 ea x USB Cable Accessories (not included) Magnet Mount Remote Antenna Permanent Antenna Auxiliary Input Radio Interface - Connect to virtually any radio and many other devices World
Features USB Programmable The wireless base has a built in USB port for configuring with your Windows PC. Each feature and setting may be customized to your individual application. Wireless DECT Communications The headset features a wireless DECT communication channel enabling full duplex communication, like a phone call, to others on the same channel. The Sonetics wireless DECT base station will connect with Sonetics wireless headsets and belt packs.
Mounting The wireless base is designed to mount on a variety of surfaces. The unit includes an internal antenna and an external antenna. Consideration must be made to optimize the antenna performance. WARNING: Do not locate the wireless base within 4” of any metal. If the wireless base must be located in a non-optimal location, use an external accessory remote antenna. Option 1: Window Glue Mount 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove duck antenna. Clean the location where the wireless base will be installed.
Antennas The external antenna provides performance increase and flexibility in installation. To optimize performance: 1. Position the antenna at least 12 inches from any other antenna, metal, electrical power, radio equipment, or obstructions. 2. Choose a location in the center of the vehicle’s roof (if mounting outside). WARNING: For FCC and other Radio Frequency regulatory compliance, use only Sonetics approved wireless antennas.
The duck antenna needs to be supported when used in a vehicle or any environment when the wireless base may be subjected to vibration. Accessory Antennas Sonetics has accessory antennas for temporary and permanent installation on the exterior of a vehicle or building. Magnet Mount Antenna This antenna is designed for non-permanent installations on metallic surfaces. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. For optimal results, find the center of the vehicle’s roof or trunk where you will locate the antenna.
Power The wireless base station can be powered from the DC Jack or directly from a Digital intercom. The unit will automatically power on when power is applied. WARNING: Use only one option to power the wireless base to prevent ground loops. Option 1: DC Jack Power Wall Adapter Charging Only charge the headset using the supplied 12VDC regulated wall adapter. WARNING: Use only approved wall adaptors. Vehicle Charging Connect the RED wire to +12V and the BLACK wire to battery chassis ground.
Modular Plug Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Using the cutter blade on the crimping tool (A), cut the flat CA Cable so the cut is clean and 90 degrees to the sides of the cable. Insert one end of the CA Cable between the stripping blades (C) until the end of the cable hits the stop (B). Squeeze the handles of the crimping tool together until the tool bottoms out. While holding the handles together, pull the cable out of the tool. The stripped insulation should expose approximately 3/16” of wire.
Connecting to an Intercom The wireless base is designed to integrate into a Sonetics intercom system. This flexibility gives the user the ability to connect two-way-radios to the intercom and have full use from a wireless headset. Any position connected to the intercom, except 6, will have radio transmit capability. Any position using the intercom connection, position 6, will hear and be heard, but will not have radio transmit capability.
Examples: Mixed mode, Radio PTT with Intercom only The positions 1 & 2 are configured for radio transmit to the intercom. Pair the radio transmit headsets to positions 1 & 2. Wireless headsets on positions 1 & 2 will radio transmit out positions 1 & 2 respectively. Position 6, labeled as intercom, is also connected to the intercom. Headsets connected to positions 3, 4, and 5 are intercom only and do not have the ability to radio transmit under any circumstance.
LED Indicators Top Indicators Power Indicator On when unit has power and is on. Link Indicators One per wireless position. These indicate the connection status of the wireless devices paired onto the wireless base. Off – No wireless device is paired to this position Slow Flashing – Pairing Mode Active Fast Flash – Device paired, no connection. Solid Light – Device paired and connected Front Indicators Radio Transmit Indicates the radio transmit active per output.
Paring Paring creates a semi-permanent connection between the wireless base and the device paired. This procedure is only required once to create the link. Each time the devices turn on, they will automatically remember the last link and make connection. Full-Duplex Paring 1. 2. 3. 4. Press and hold one of the paring buttons till the link indicators begins to flash slowly. Any other device that was previously paired into the link location will be forgotten.
PC Programming All of the headsets feature a USB port located inside the left dome. Using the Sonetics Configurator program, you can adjust some additional features on a Windows PC. Refer to the program for additional information. Locating the USB Port Installation of the Sonetics Configurator Windows Program 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Go to www.SoneticsCorp.com/software. Download and Install the program for the wireless base station. Plug in the USB cable from the wireless base to the computer. Open the program.
Troubleshooting Note: If the symptoms you are experiencing are not covered in this manual, or if you are having difficulty troubleshooting your system, call us or visit our website. We’re here to help. Service Contact: Phone: 503-684-6647, Service@soneticscorp.com No indication of power to the base station • Check wiring to the base station. No audio communication and/or PTT from or to the base. • Ensure that power is turned on to the wireless headset(s) and that the headset(s) are connected.
Poor coverage range. • Check location of the base station and external antenna location. The base station should not be installed inside metal enclosures or any other location closer than 4 inches to a metal object or surface. • Poor range can also be caused by a defective headset. Check operation with a known, well-functioning headset. If a problem persists contact Sonetics Service for additional help.
Specifications Physical Length: Width: Height: Weight: 5.70in / 145mm 2.72in / 69mm (not including external antenna) 1.22in / 31mm 4.
DECT Specifications Common DECT Specifications Carrier Spacing: Time Slots: Channel Allocation: Encryption: Audio Bandwidth: 1.724 MHz 2 x 12 (up and down stream) Dynamic DECT Standard Cipher with 35-bit initialization vector 300 Hz to 3.4 kHz, Narrow Band, G.726 compression 50 Hz to 7 kHz, Wide Band, G.722 compression Region 1 Specific Specifications Authorized for use in: Canada, USA Frequency Bandwidth: 1920 MHz to 1930 MHz Number of Carriers: 5 Total Time Slots: 60 in G.726(narrow band) / 30 in G.
Important Safety Information CAUTION! Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product or contained in the owner’s manual. When using this product, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use the wireless system to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Use only the power adapters, and power cords indicated in the manual.
Notice: Modification not expressly approved of by Sonetics Corporation could void the uses authority to legally operate the equipment and will nullify warranty. This includes the use on non-approved antennas or 3rd party amplifiers with the radio base station. This section applies to radio frequency equipment bearing an I.C. Equipment ID Number.
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable. Canada SAR Information: This device contains a radio transmitter.
FCC Part 15 Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifications not expressly approved by Sonetics Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this device. FCC PART 15.
FCC Authorized Antenna Information: Under FCC regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by FCC. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
Sonetics Standard Limited Warranty Sonetics Corporation (“Sonetics”) warrants to the original purchaser of its products that products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal and proper use for the period of one (1) year from date of purchase. Sonetics Corporation will repair or replace, at its option, any products showing factory defects during this warranty period, subject to the following provisions and obligations: 1.
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