Interspace Industries MicroCue2 User Manual

Interspace Industries MicroCue2 User Manual

With new laser pointer handset

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MicroCue
2
User Manual
With New Laser Pointer Handset
Do not stare into beam
Cueing and Presentation Control Specialists

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  • Page 1 MicroCue User Manual With New Laser Pointer Handset Do not stare into beam Cueing and Presentation Control Specialists...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents: Introduction Safety Instructions Diagrams Laser Handset and safe use Classic Handset Regulations Compliance Environmental Operating Instructions Programming Special Cues Loss of Signal Trouble Shooting Radio Frequency System Equipment Supplied and Accessory Options 23 Technical Support Contact...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    The system design provides for a highly portable and a quick, easy-to-set-up presentation control system. MicroCue is based on the Interspace Industries MasterCue series platform, retaining proven features such as the robust case design and the AV industrial grade wireless RF system.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions All safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated and should be retained for further reference. Please adhere to all the warnings on this product and in these operating instructions. Please follow these instructions carefully. Power.
  • Page 5: Diagrams

    Figure 1 MicroCue Connections Diagram Figure 2 MicroCue Rear Panel 12VDC Power Input RF Level Indicator USB Connections Mini Jack Headphone BNC Aerial Connector Keyboard Program Cue Tone Output Input (PS2 Socket)
  • Page 6: Laser Handset And Safe Use

    Handsets Two types of handsets with different button configurations can be supplied with the MicroCue system. The original classic handset and one with a laser incorporated into the design. Laser Handset A slimmer, slightly longer handset that sits comfortably in your hand. A finger notch on the rear of the handset anchors it to your hand.
  • Page 7: Classic Handset

    Handsets (Cont’d) Power Consumption & LED Status We have made the handset intelligent in respect of its battery condition. The state of the battery can be monitored on the handset. The dual LED indicators above the push buttons will light-up in the following formats:- ...
  • Page 8: Regulations Compliance

    Warning ! Any modification or changes made to this device, unless explicitly approved by Interspace Industries, will invalidate the authorisation of this device. Operation of an unau- thorised device is prohibited under Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, and Subpart I of Part 2 of Chapter 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
  • Page 9 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. We, Interspace Industries, have determined that the above named equipment has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards. Furthermore, we warrant that each unit of equipment marketed is identical to the unit tested and found acceptable with the standards.
  • Page 10 EN 55103-1:2009 (Emissions) / EN 55103-2:2009 (Immunity) Declaration We, Interspace Industries, declare under our sole responsibility that the essential radio test suites have been carried out and that the above product to which this declaration relates is in conformity with all the applicable essential requirements of EU Directive 1995/5/EC...
  • Page 11 1999/5/CE. Spanish Por medio de la presente Interspace Industries declara que el “MicroCue ” cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE Portuguese Interspace Industries declara que este “MicroCue...
  • Page 12 EN55103-1 & EN55103-2 1966 (Specific for professional Audio Visual Products). Used in environment as defined under E2 Commercial and Light industry (example Theatres) EN 60950 2006/A1: 2010 Following the provisions of the EEC Directive 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC Dave Humphrys Managing Director, Interspace Industries Ltd Issued: November 2011...
  • Page 13: Environmental

    EC WEEE and RoHS directives. Please return all end-of-life items to your supplier, or Interspace Industries directly, for appropriate disposal. Packaging Materials: Cardboard box: Grade 150 K/T ‘B’...
  • Page 14 If the system does not give cue signals when any of the handset buttons are pressed, check the RF level indicator on the rear of the MicroCue main unit (see Fig 2). If this shows a signal is being received, it confirms the handset code needs to be ‘learned’...
  • Page 15 NOTE: It is recommended that you always fully test Presenter Control mode with the computer thoroughly during rehearsals! ‘Learning’ the Handset. MicroCue uses coded transmission data to identify each handset. This ensures that only those handsets programmed to each MicroCue will be able to send cue signals;...
  • Page 16: Programming Special Cues

    using a suitable tool (e.g. a ballpoint pen or similar). The visual display on the front panel will turn green to confirm the reset. 1. Release the Presenter Control button and the system will go though the normal start up routine. 2.
  • Page 17: Loss Of Signal

    3. With the Presenter Control button on the front panel in the required starting state (see Fig 4), press and hold the presenter control button. After about 6 seconds the visual display will cycle through the three handset button programming points: ...
  • Page 18: Trouble Shooting

    Ensure the MicroCue2 aerial is vertically orientated. problems: Position the MicroCue2 aerial within line-of-sight of the handsets, without large metallic objects in between as much as possible. The aerial can also be placed remote from the main unit using a 50...
  • Page 19 Trouble Shooting (Cont’d) Symptom Try this Handset does This can be because of 3 main reasons:- not function First : Check the battery. Does the amber LED (on the Classic) handset light up? If not change the 9V battery. On the Laser handset do the Indicator LEDs light up to show anything? If there is only red flashing –...
  • Page 20 RED LED light up. After 10 seconds of holding this in, the LED will go out to say it has erased all ‘taught’ handsets. You will need to do this to both MicroCue2 units in case there are any others handsets that have been cross-programmed.
  • Page 21 Trouble Shooting (Cont’d) Symptom Try this Received It is possible to have a MicroCue2 that has been re-programmed with different commands to control the computer. cues, but incorrect Follow the instructions on Page 15 ‘System Reset’. This is easily function on corrected.
  • Page 22 New Product. (Release date January 2012) RF Extender To help with problems of weak signals due to absorption and range the RF Extender will help by amplifying the weak signal and allow you to use a BNC 50 Ohm cable great than 4 Metres. As an option you can use a 10M (up to 50M) cable (user supplied) and locate the aerial closer to the presenter.
  • Page 23: Radio Frequency System

    Dual or triple-button laser handset   2 x USB A-B cable RF extender (battery powered) Technical Support or Sales Enquiries Interspace Industries Head Office: +44 (0) 870 770 8088 Emergency Technical Support Hot Line: +44 (0) 7976 385 046 Website: www.interspaceind.com...
  • Page 24 Unit 1a 126 Great North Road Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL9 5JN United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 870 770 8088 Fax: +44 (0) 870 770 8089 Email: moreinfo@interspaceind.com www.interspaceind.com...

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