Clear-Com Version 3.0 Plus Arcadia Central Station User Guide

Clear-Com Version 3.0 Plus Arcadia Central Station

Product Information

Specifications

• Product: Arcadia Central Station
• Version: 3.0+
• Required: Licensed Ports

Product Usage Instructions

Arcadia Connectors, Controls, and Indicators

• Arcadia Central Station features various connectors, controls, and indicators for seamless operation.

Arcadia Host Name and Network Settings

• To configure the Arcadia Host Name and Network settings, navigate to the Front Panel Menu: Host Settings>Host Name & CCM Hardware>Host>Network.

Network Recommendations

• Follow the network recommendations provided for optimal performance. Access the CCM for system setup, configuration, and status monitoring.

Connecting FreeSpeak Transceivers

• Use shielded 24 AWG CAT 5E cables or better to connect FreeSpeak transceivers. Avoid using 1.9GHz IP and E1 Transceivers concurrently in the same RF coverage zone.

Registering FreeSpeak Beltpacks

• Create a Role for the beltpack using the OTA PIN (FreeSpeakII only) after connecting. Ensure proper registration for seamless operation.

Connecting HelixNet User Stations

• Connect HelixNet User stations via network infrastructure to Arcadia’s Management(/HelixNet) port. Select the network pairing method from the HelixNet User Station Front Panel Menu.

Adding Resources

• Navigate to Hardware>Resources>Add resource from the CCM to add Wired resources like HelixNet User Stations found on the network.

For more information

• Refer to the Arcadia Central Station Knowledge Center for additional details and support.

FAQ

Q: How do I pair FreeSpeak belt packs with Arcadia?

A: To pair FreeSpeak belt packs, follow the instructions in the user manual under the “Registering FreeSpeak Beltpacks” section.

Q: What cables should I use to connect FreeSpeak transceivers?

A: It is recommended to use shielded 24 AWG CAT 5E cables or better to connect FreeSpeak transceivers.

Important! Before use please verify:

• System firmware is up to date
• AES67 Network requirements for IP-connected FreeSpeak TCVR
• Arcadia® Central Station is a scalable intercom platform integrating FreeSpeak® wireless & HelixNet® wired intercom user stations with Dante, 2-Wire, 4-Wire & GPIO interfaces.
• Arcadia is scalable with licensed port capacity and an easy-to-use CCM browser interface for setup, configuration & system monitoring in a compact 1RU device.
• FreeSpeak Wireless Intercom: up to 64 belt packs* via up to 32 IP and/or 10 E1 transceivers on 2 splitters
• HelixNet Wired Intercom: up to 128 user stations using up to 24 HelixNet Enabled Channels*
• I.V. Direct Clear-Com Network Interface ports: up to 16 ports*
• Dante Audio Network Interface ports: up to 64 ports*
• Analog Interfaces: 2-Wire Powered Partyline, 4-Wire Audio Line-Level and GPIO Controls

Arcadia Connectors Controls and Indicators

Arcadia Host Name and Network Settings

• Arcadia Host Name is visible when pairing FreeSpeak belt packs & HelixNet user stations. A hostname can be found & edited from the Front Panel Menu: Host Settings>Host Name & CCM Hardware>Host>Network.
• Arcadia allows flexible assignments of functions to its (4) LAN ports configured in CCM Hardware>Host>Network. Default LAN; LAN1 for Management/HelixNet – LAN2 AES67 to FreeSpeak IP Transceivers.

Network Recommendations

Do

• Use network DHCP for HelixNet & FreeSpeak IP TCVR
• Use only AES67 capable network for FreeSpeak IP TCVR

Do not

• Use automatic Link-Local IP addresses (169.254…)
• Connect 2 Arcadia LAN to the same Subnet/VLAN

Accessing the Arcadia

• Accessing the Arcadia CCM for System Setup, Configuration, and Status Monitoring
• Arcadia’s CCM, Core Configuration Manager, allows easy setup, configuration, and status monitoring of your system.

1. Connect Arcadia Central Station’s Management port (Default: LAN 1) to a network along with your computer.
2. Front Panel: Use rotary controllers to navigate to Networking>Management>IP Address.
3. Web browser: Enter the IP address from step 2.
4. Front Panel Menu: Use rotary controllers to navigate to Administration>CCM Access>Default Password.
5. Web browser: Log In using the username (“admin”) and factory default password (case sensitive) from step 4.

Connecting FreeSpeak Transceivers

• Option 1 – E1 Transceivers directly connected via CAT Cabling Connect an E1 transceiver to each Arcadia E1 RJ45 connector.
• Option 2– E1 Transceivers via Splitters and CAT Cabling Connect an FSII-SPL splitter to each of Arcadia’s E1 RJ45 connectors using and powering the splitter. Connect E1 Transceivers using CAT cabling to the splitters.
• Option 3– E1 Transceivers via Splitters and Fiber Cabling From the CCM, navigate to Hardware>Host>Wireless tab and select FreeSpeakII Transceiver Ports: Fiber. Connect an FSII-SPL splitter to each of Arcadia’s E1 SFP connectors using HLI-MMFO (multi-mode) or HLI-SMFO (single-mode) SFP transceivers and power the splitter. Connect E1 Transceivers using CAT cabling to the splitters.
• Option 4 – IP Transceivers via AES67 Capable Network Connect an AES67 capable network to Arcadia’s AES67 network (default: LAN 2) and all FreeSpeak IP transceivers. Provide DHCP and power. From the CCM, navigate to Hardware>Resources and select Add Resource. Select the IP Transceivers tab. Select the transceivers found on the network and Add.
• Note: 1.9GHz IP and E1 Transceivers must not be used concurrently in the same RF coverage zone.
• Clear-Com recommends shielded 24 AWG CAT 5E cables, or better, to connect transceivers.

Registering FreeSpeak Beltpacks

Option 1 – USB Registration at the Arcadia Front Panel Connect the beltpack to the USB connector on the front panel of Arcadia. Arcadia will register, create, and apply a Role to the beltpack.

Option 2 – Over-the-air (OTA) Registration using the Arcadia CCM

1. Navigate to CCM’s Hardware>Resources and click Add Resource.
2. Click Start OTA Registration.
3. In the System Connect Menu on the FreeSpeak Beltpack, find the Arcadia Host Name/System ID and connect using the OTA PIN (FreeSpeakII only). Once connected, a Role must be created and selected for the beltpack.

Connecting HelixNet User Stations

Connect HelixNet User stations via network infrastructure to Arcadia’s Management(/HelixNet) port (default: LAN1)

Option 1 – Pairing from the HelixNet User Station Front Panel

• From the HelixNet User Station Front Panel Menu select: Network>Pair to Station and connect either by entering the IP address of the Arcadia (Pair by IP) or selecting the Host Name of Arcadia (Pair by Name).

Option 2 – Pairing using the Arcadia CCM (only for HelixNet version 4.4 and higher)

• From the CCM, navigate to Hardware>Resources>Add resource and select the Wired tab. Select the HelixNet User Stations found on the network and Add.
• For more information, see the Arcadia Central Station Knowledge Center QR code
• 14 June 2024
• PN: PUB-00018 Rev F
• © 2024 HME Clear-Com LLC. All rights reserved.
• Clear-Com, the Clear-Com logo, FreeSpeak II, FreeSpeak Edge, and HelixNet are registered trademarks of Clear-Com LLC.
• www.clearcom.com/arcadia-knowledge-center

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