ClearOne VIEW CONSOLE User manual

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CONSOLE Software User Manual
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VIEW CONSOLE Software User Manual
CLEARONE PART NO. DOC-0314-001 (Revision 1.0) March 2017
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Contents
Notices..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 1: Introduction............................................................................................................................. 6
VIEW & VIEW Pro Product Family Overview...................................................................................................................................................... 7
VIEW and VIEW Pro System Requirements....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Downloading & Installing VIEW CONSOLE.......................................................................................................................................................10
About VIEW CONSOLE Interface...................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Getting Started with VIEW CONSOLE...............................................................................................................................................................21
Process Review.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Operating Modes................................................................................................................................................................................................ 25
Chapter 2: Settings.................................................................................................................................. 33
About Settings.....................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Viewing Plugins...................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Preferences......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 3: Device Updates..................................................................................................................... 41
About Device Updates........................................................................................................................................................................................42
Update Devices...................................................................................................................................................................................................42
Chapter 4: Projects.................................................................................................................................. 48
About Projects.....................................................................................................................................................................................................49
Create or Access a Project................................................................................................................................................................................ 49
Chapter 5: Devices...................................................................................................................................54
About Devices.....................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Add Devices........................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Importing Devices............................................................................................................................................................................................... 69
Match Devices.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Configure Devices...............................................................................................................................................................................................73
Configuring the VIEW Pro E110 or E120................................................................................................................................................77
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Navigating to the Advanced Editor..........................................................................................................................................................88
Advanced Editor - Adding New Stream.................................................................................................................................................. 93
Advanced Editor - Edit Stream Preset.................................................................................................................................................... 99
Configuring the VIEW Pro D110............................................................................................................................................................105
Configuring the VIEW Pro D210 or D310.............................................................................................................................................119
Configuring the MLAV300 or MLAV9300-CS........................................................................................................................................ 129
Configuring the MLAV9500-CS..............................................................................................................................................................139
Configuring ViewLinX Devices...............................................................................................................................................................148
Configuring MediaLinX Audio Devices.................................................................................................................................................. 158
Configuring SpeakerLinX Devices......................................................................................................................................................... 166
Configuring the TouchLinX TL380......................................................................................................................................................... 178
Configuring the TouchLinX TL430 or TL700......................................................................................................................................... 187
Configuring ControLinX Devices............................................................................................................................................................198
Send Device Configurations............................................................................................................................................................................. 207
RS-232 Controls............................................................................................................................................................................................... 211
VIEW Pro and VIEW Legacy Interoperability...................................................................................................................................................212
Chapter 6: Features............................................................................................................................... 224
Group Management.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 225
Subscriber Management...................................................................................................................................................................................228
Skin Setup.........................................................................................................................................................................................................233
Lockout.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 242
Intercom Management...................................................................................................................................................................................... 247
Static Menus..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 258
Rooms.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 264
Sources...................................................................................................................................................................................................270
MultiRoom...............................................................................................................................................................................................271
MultiRoom Add.......................................................................................................................................................................................272
About Macros....................................................................................................................................................................................................273
Macro.................................................................................................................................................................................................................274
Favorites............................................................................................................................................................................................................287
Chapter 7: Report...................................................................................................................................291
Report................................................................................................................................................................................................................292
Chapter 8: Discovered Devices............................................................................................................ 295
Discovered Devices.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 296
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Chapter 9: Actions................................................................................................................................. 299
Actions...............................................................................................................................................................................................................300
Stop Load..........................................................................................................................................................................................................308
Socket Generic................................................................................................................................................................................................. 312
Chapter 10: Tools................................................................................................................................... 315
About Tools....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 316
Tools.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 316
NetDebug Tool.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 330
Chapter 11: Language Menu.................................................................................................................334
Language Menu................................................................................................................................................................................................ 335
Chapter 12: Help.....................................................................................................................................336
Help Menu.........................................................................................................................................................................................................337
Contact Information........................................................................................................................................................... 342
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Topics:
• VIEW & VIEW Pro Product Family Overview
• VIEW and VIEW Pro System Requirements
• Downloading & Installing VIEW CONSOLE
• About VIEW CONSOLE Interface
• Getting Started with VIEW CONSOLE
• Process Review
• Operating Modes
This chapter contains some basic concepts and tasks important to understanding and using
the VIEW
®
CONSOLE
®
application. The VIEW CONSOLE is a new software that gives end
users and integrators a comprehensive platform that allows easy configuration, management,
monitoring, and control of entire VIEW / VIEW Pro system installations. StreamNet systems are
also interoperable with third-party controllers.
This manual covers navigation of the basic setup process for a VIEW / VIEW Pro system in the
VIEW CONSOLE, how to adjust software settings, and how to utilize system features, tools, and
additional resources.
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VIEW & VIEW Pro Product Family Overview
Congratulations! You have purchased a ClearOne
®
VIEW
®
or VIEW Pro streaming solution. The VIEW and VIEW Pro product portfolios afford
organizations of any size flexible and competitive state-of-the-art audiovisual streaming capabilities. Meet dynamic streaming needs with any
VIEW or VIEW Pro encoder, decoder (software or hardware), controller (software or hardware), amplifier, ethernet switch, power supply, and
accompanying accessory. ClearOne products consistently deliver on industry-leading audio and visual quality with unsurpassed reliability.
The VIEW and VIEW Pro IP-based audio and video distribution systems are decentralized. Distributed architecture allows hardware and processing
power to be spread out across a TCP/IP network, and enables virtually unlimited zones and sources along with the most advanced integration
capabilities available in distributed audio and video.
Our proprietary StreamNet
®
technology forms the foundation of the VIEW and VIEW Pro product families, and provides optimal audio and video
delivery for today’s multimedia streaming environments. The StreamNet platform enables seamless communication with other third-party systems,
such as lighting control, automation, and security systems.
Applications
The VIEW and VIEW Pro product families provide scalable streaming solutions for any size venue. Some common applications include:
• Digital Signage
• Hospitality
• Entertainment
• Gaming
• Government
• Public Safety
• Emergency Communication
• Command & Control Centers
• Corporate Communications
• Healthcare
• Telemedicine
• Education
• Distance Learning
• Transportation
• Conferencing
• Finance
• Call Centers
• Houses of Worship
• Residence
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Models
The VIEW and VIEW Pro product families and associated products include the following:
• VIEW Pro E110 Encoder
• VIEW Pro E120 Encoder
• VIEW Pro D110 Decoder
• VIEW Pro D210 Decoder
• VIEW Pro D310 Decoder
• VIEW Pro Panorama software
• VIEW Multimedia Receiver software
• VIEW Virtual Matrix software
• VIEW MLAV9500 Digital AV Encoder
• VIEW VL9300 Digital AV Decoder
• VIEW MLAV9300 Digital AV Encoder
• VIEW VL9100 Digital AV Decoder
• VIEW MLA101 Digital Audio Encoder
• VIEW SLX300 Zone Controller/Amplifier
• VIEW AMP2200 Amplifier
• VIEW SL251 Zone Controller/Amplifier
• VIEW SL254 Zone Controller/Amplifier
• VIEW SL9250 Zone Controller/Amplifier
• VIEW Ethernet Switches - 24 & 48 Ports
• VIEW PL960 Power Supply
• VIEW PL250 Power Supply
• VIEW PL118 Power Supply
• VIEW PL140 Power Supply
VIEW and VIEW Pro System Requirements
Before you can install a VIEW or VIEW Pro system and download the VIEW CONSOLE, please note the following prerequisites.
VIEW and VIEW Pro System Infrastructure Requirements
For infrastructure requirements, refer to the Infrastructure and Network Design Guide and the Network Infrastructure Pre-Qualification Checklist on
the ClearOne Resource Library.
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Installer Requirements
For installer requirements, the manual assumes the installer:
• has completed ClearOne StreamNet Certification Training and other training such as Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association’s
(CEDIA’s) boot camp
• knows how to install audio keypads and connect audio components
• knows how to install and connect video components
• knows how to use basic installation tools such as an RJ45 crimper to terminate CAT5 cables
• has pulled all necessary wire to the locations where the preamp, keypads, and speakers are to be installed
• understands basic Microsoft
®
Windows
®
commands such as how to browse, create folders, save files, etc.
For more information on meeting the prerequisites, contact ClearOne Technical Support at +1(800) 283-5936.
Note:
The VIEW CONSOLE software only works over a wired connection to the switch. DO NOT use a wireless connection to run the software.
Note:
The VIEW CONSOLE software will not work properly if it is not connected directly to a StreamNet SwitchLinX or Qualified 3rd Party Switch.
Note:
Properly label all cables on the front end to facilitate installation.
Minimum PC Requirements
You can install the VIEW CONSOLE on any Windows PC that meets the following requirements:
• This software is required to be running on a PC or laptop located on the same segment of your StreamNet network.
• Windows 7 or higher OS
• 2GHz processor
• 4 GB RAM (32 or 64-bit) Memory
• 2 GB of free Hard Drive Space
Prior to Installation
The following are important to know before installing a VIEW or VIEW Pro system:
• Cable Connections. Ensure all cables are connected and terminated properly. Please reference the DigiLinX Installation and Design Guide,
VIEW PRO Encoder Installation Manual, or VIEW Pro Decoder Installation Manual for cabling instructions.
• Firewall. Temporarily disable all firewalls that may be running on your PC.
• IP Addressing for third-party hardware. Set the IP address for IP cameras and speakers prior to configuring them in VIEW CONSOLE. Consult
the product’s user guide for information on setting the IP address.
• Diagnostics Tool. Run diagnostics to test your connection. This is covered in Diagnostics in Chapter 11.
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• Restart. Restarting your PC enables some network setting changes. To restart, close the VIEW CONSOLE software and reboot your computer.
Note:
If you have difficulty establishing a network connection after completing these steps, call ClearOne tech support at +1-800-283-5936 or email
Downloading & Installing VIEW CONSOLE
Before you can start using the VIEW CONSOLE, you must download and install the software.
The VIEW CONSOLE software is free to download from the ClearOne Resource Library at:
http://www.clearone.com/resources#network_media_streaming
Hardware installation instructions are also available at the link above.
The software is installed by running a self-extracting executable. The process is outlined below.
Note:
Please ensure that you have downloaded the most recent software, manual, and technical notes from the ClearOne Resource Library.
1. Run the installation application, VIEWCONSOLE-x.x.x.exe (where the x’s represent the version number).
A User Account Control dialog asks you for permission to allow the application to install the software.
2. Click Yes to move forward in the installation process.
The VIEW CONSOLE Setup Wizard begins, and the Welcome window displays.
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3. Click Next.
The Select Location screen displays.
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4. If you want to install the application somewhere other than to the default location (ClearOne\VIEW_CONSOLE), click Browse and choose an
alternate location. Once you have chosen your preferred location, click Next.
The Additional Tasks screen displays.
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5. If you do not want an additional task to be completed, uncheck it, and click Next.
The application is ready to install.
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6. Click Install.
The Installing screen displays, and the application begins installing VIEW CONSOLE software.
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When the program finishes installing, the VIEW CONSOLE Setup Wizard completion screen displays:
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7. If you want to launch the software upon completion, leave Launch VIEW CONSOLE checked, and click Finish.
The software launches and starts to initialize.
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About VIEW CONSOLE Interface
The VIEW CONSOLE interface has been designed to make it easier and more intuitive to configure and control your audio and visual streaming
environment(s).
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Left-hand Toolbar
The left-hand Toolbar is where you will find the essential features of setting up and configuring your VIEW / VIEW Pro system.
Note:
Discovered Devices is also directly accessible from the Dashboard screen.
1. The basic setup process is completed in this toolbar. These steps are required before you can adjust (system) Features in your project:
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a. Update Devices
b. Create or Access a Project
c. Devices
• Add Devices to the project.
• Match Devices (discovered on the network) to devices you have added to your project.
• Configure Devices. Besides device configurations, you can perform the following Actions for individual devices from this screen:
• Send Device Configurations
• View Config XML
• View GUI XML
• View Advanced VIEW & VIEW Pro CONSOLE Manual (online)
• Load Anthology Configuration
• Load Firmware
• Load Files
• Erase Flash Files
• Restart
• Ping Device
• IR Tools
• Remove
• About
• Stop Load
• Launch Virtual Control
• Launch Demo
• Socket Generic
• Save your project.
• Send configuration files to the physical hardware devices.
Note:
Wizard Mode can guide you through the basic setup process.
2. Navigation through the [system] Features, Reports, and Discovered Devices tiles is not part of Wizard Mode, but is outlined in the manual after
basic setup steps:
• The Features tile in the left-hand toolbar is where you change VIEW / VIEW Pro system features:
• Group Management
• Subscriber Management
• Skin Setup (for Virtual Control)
• Lockout PIN Assignment
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• Intercom Management
• Static Menus
• Macro
• Favorites
• The Reports tile in the left-hand toolbar gives you an exportable summary of system rooms and devices with configuration details.
• The Discovered Devices tile in the left-hand toolbar lists discovered devices that are not in a project. You can also perform the following
Actions for individual devices from this screen:
• Launch Virtual Control
• Load Anthology Config
• Load Firmware
• Load Files
• Ping Device
• Socket Generic
• Erase Flash Files
• Restart
• Stop Load (individual devices)
• View Advanced VIEW & VIEW Pro CONSOLE Manual (online)
• View Config XML
• View GUI XML
Modes
There are three modes in which you can operate: Standard Mode, Wizard Mode, or Debug Mode.
Note:
Wizard and Debug Mode are accessed from different menu screens, and can be enabled at the same time. For more
Mode Function Note
Standard The default operating mode.
Wizard Wizard Mode guides you through the basic setup process of a VIEW / VIEW
Pro system.
Wizard Mode only affects screens in the basic setup
process.
Debug Debug Mode enables erasing of flash files and inclusion of firmware during
device updates, and manage the number of devices that can be updated
concurrently.
Debug Mode only affects the Update Devices screen.
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