AudioCodes Kramer KAC-BAR-81 Collaboration Bar User Guide

AudioCodes Kramer KAC-BAR-81 Collaboration Bar

Specifications:

• Integrated camera with adjustable lens angle
• Six beamforming microphone arrays with a pickup range of 14.7 feet (4.5 meters)
• Robust 10W speaker

Product Usage Instructions

Package Contents
Make sure you’ve received the following items in the shipped box:

• KAC-BAR-81 Collaboration Bar
• Power Adapter
• USB Type-C cable
• Wall mount and screws
• HDMI Cable
• Controller (either KAC-BAR-81-RC Remote Control and batteries or KAC-TCH-10 Meeting Room Controller)

Positioning
The KAC-BAR-81 is designed for small-to-mid-size rooms. It is recommended to position it below the display and approximately 4 inches (10 cm) above the table for optimal performance.

Mounting KAC-BAR-81
Wall Mounting:

1. Attach wall-mounting bracket to the bottom of KAC-BAR-81 using the D-Ring Hinged screw.
2. Mount the hook bracket centered under the display, ensuring it’s at least 4 inches above table height.
3. Securely hang the KAC-BAR-81 on the hook bracket.

Mounting on Display:

1. Attach the camera clip bracket to the bottom of KAC-BAR-81 using the D-Ring Hinged screw.
2. Place the camera clip bracket on top of the display.

Cabling
The KAC-BAR-81 connector ports are located on its rear panel:

• HDMI Out: Connect this port to a display for standalone mode.
• Power on/Reset button: Press and hold for at least 2 seconds to restart.
• USB Type-A port: Connect to touch-capable room display.
• Ethernet LAN GbE port: Connect RJ-45 terminals.

FAQ:

1. Q: How can I adjust the camera’s viewing angle?
   A: You can adjust the camera’s wide-angle horizontal field of view, spanning 110 degrees, for precise fine-tuning of its vertical position.

2. Q: What is the pickup range of the microphone arrays?
   A: The microphone arrays provide a pickup range of 14.7 feet (4.5 meters).

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the AudioCodes Kramer KAC-BAR-81 Collaboration Bar!
The KAC-BAR-81 offers an integrated camera with an adjustable lens angle for optimal viewing, six beamforming microphone arrays that provide a pickup range of 14.7 feet (4.5 meters), and a robust 10W speaker.

Package Contents

Make sure you’ve received the following items in the shipped box:

• KAC-BAR-81 Collaboration Bar
• Power Adapter
• USB Type-C cable
• Wall mount and screws
• HDMI Cable
• Controller. Depending on your purchase, your KAC-BAR-81 includes one of the following controllers:
  • KAC-BAR-81-RC Remote Control and batteries
  • KAC-TCH-10 Meeting Room Controller (when purchasing KAC-BAR-81-B10)

Positioning

You can wall mount the KAC-BAR-81 or placed it on top of the display (not supplied but can be ordered separately). Designed for small-to- mid-size rooms, it’s recommended to position the KAC-BAR-81 below the display and approximately 4 inches (10 cm) above the table.

You can adjust the camera’s wide-angle horizontal field of view, which spans 110 degrees, allowing for precise fine-tuning of its vertical position as well.
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Mounting KAC-BAR-81

The following procedures describes how to mount KAC-BAR-81 on a wall or on top of the display.

Wall-mounting KAC-BAR-81:
For optimal placement, it’s recommended to mount the KAC-BAR-81 on the wall.

1. Attach wall-mounting bracket to the bottom of KAC-BAR-81, using the D-Ring Hinged screw (supplied).
2. Mount the hook bracket (with hooks facing upward) centered under the display, ensuring that it’s at least 4 inches (10 cm) above table height, with the three screws and anchors (supplied). An additional screw and anchor have been included for your convenience.
3. Securely mount the KAC-BAR- 81 by hanging the wall-mounting bracket onto the hook bracket. Make sure that it’s firmly attached.

Mounting KAC-BAR-81 on display:
The KAC-BAR-81 can be mounted on top of the display using a camera clip bracket (purchased separately).

1. Attach the camera clip bracket to the bottom of KAC-BAR-81, using the D- Ring Hinged screw (supplied).
2. Open the camera clip bracket and place it on top of the display. Make sure that it’s firmly attached.

To avoid any accidents, if you need to move the display, always remove KAC- BAR-81 first to prevent it from falling off the display. In addition, refrain from pushing KAC-BAR-81 from the back to the front as it may dislodge. Please make sure proper precautions are taken to maintain safety.

Cabling

The KAC-BAR-81 connector ports are located on its rear panel, as shown below:

Connecting KAC-BAR-81 as a USB Peripheral

You can connect KAC-BAR-81 to a peripheral to Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD) computer running a UC client for ad hoc or full peripheral mode. In peripheral mode, the BYOD displays the meeting video and content. Meetings are controlled via the BYOD (join, accept, manage participants). Audio/video (camera ePTZ, mic mute) can be controlled from the UC client, KAC-BAR81-RC, and/or KAC- TCH-10 (camera on / off, mute, volume).

For KAC-TCH-10 Meeting Room Controller:
Make sure that the KAC-TCH-10 and KAC-BAR-81 are connected to the same network. For Wi-Fi connectivity, make sure that KAC-TCH-10 is powered by the supplied AC/DC power adaptor.

KAC-BAR-81RC Smart Bluetooth Remote Control

The functionality of the KAC-BAR-81RC remote control is described below:

Management

KAC-BAR-81 (as a standalone or a USB audio/video peripheral device) is fully managed by AudioCodes Kramer Device Manager.

Management includes (but is not limited to):

• Monitoring
• Firmware upgrades
• Alarm management (e.g., if remote control is missing or reaches a low battery level)
• Upgrade KAC-BAR-81 on Android

Pairing KAC-BAR-81RC Remote Control with KAC-BAR-81

The following procedure describes how to pair the KAC-BAR-81RC remote control with your KAC-BAR-81. To pair KAC-TCH-10 with KAC-BAR-81, please see KAC- TCH-10 Product Page.

To pair KAC-BAR-81RC remote control with KAC-BAR-81:

1. Insert batteries (supplied) into KAC-BAR-81RC; the following message appears on the display:
   Remote is not connected.
   while holding the remote near the KAC-BAR-81, press and hold the specified buttons below.

2. Press and hold buttons on the KAC-BAR-81RC until its successfully paired with KAC-BAR-81, as indicated by the following message on the display:
   Remote connection between KAC-BAR-81RC and KAC-BAR-81 established successfully.

Viewing Status on KAC-BAR-81

KAC-BAR-81 provides LEDs on its front panel, which indicate various operating status information.

• KAC-BAR-81 has lost network connectivity.
• KAC-BAR-81 is being upgraded.
• KAC-BAR-81 has lost connectivity with the KAC-BAR-81RC.

White flashing| KAC-BAR-81 is powered on and connected to the network but isn’t signed into Teams.
LED 3| Call Status
Blue on| In a call (active call or meeting).
Blue flashing| Incoming call (i.e., ringing).

Technical Specifications
For KAC-BAR-81 technical specifications, refer to the KAC-BAR-81 Specifications tab

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FCC Warning
Prior to operating KAC-BAR-81 and AudioCodes Kramer devices for Teams Rooms on Android, refer to the regulatory information documents.

Notice Information
Information contained in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable at the time of printing. However, due to ongoing product improvements and revisions, AudioCodes Kramer cannot guarantee accuracy of printed material after the Date Published nor can it accept responsibility for errors or omissions.
Updates to this document can be downloaded from https://www.kramerav.com/
This document is subject to change without notice. Date Published: January-25-2024

References

• KAC-BAR-81 Collaboration Bar
• KAC-TCH-10
• Kramer | Audio-Visual Solutions and Experiences
• Contact Kramer, and look for our locations around the world

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