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Group Collaboration Appliance
Part Numbers:
999-8900-000: GroupSTATION Base System (North America)
999-8900-001: GroupSTATION Base System (International)
999-8904-000: GroupSTATION Deluxe System with Premium Wall Mount (North America)
999-8904-001: GroupSTATION Deluxe System with Premium Wall Mount (International)
999-8905-000: GroupSTATION Premier System, Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable (NA)
999-8905-001: GroupSTATION Premier System, Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable (Int'l)
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Accessories
999-8901-000: GroupSTATION Premium Wall Mount Kit
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© 2013 Vaddio - All Rights Reserved. Document Number 342-0671 Rev A
Installation and User Guide
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999-8902-000: MicPOD Dock Dongle Cable
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- Page 1 999-8905-000: GroupSTATION Premier System, Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable (NA) 999-8905-001: GroupSTATION Premier System, Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable (Int’l) Accessories 999-8901-000: GroupSTATION Premium Wall Mount Kit 999-8902-000: MicPOD Dock Dongle Cable © 2013 Vaddio - All Rights Reserved. Document Number 342-0671 Rev A...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installation Instructions: ............................13 Step 1: Position the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar .................. 13 Image: Mounting the Camera/Sound Bar using the Vaddio Premium Wall Mount ......... 13 Step 2: Route Cables in Cable Tray ........................14 Image: Side View of Wall Mount and Cable Tray .................... 14 Diagram: Rear of the Camera/Sound Bar showing the location of the Z-Clips .......... - Page 4 Connecting to a PC’s Audio ............................. 31 Image: Screen Shot Vaddio STATION Selected for Playback ................ 31 Image: Screen Shot Vaddio HDMI Monitor Selected for Playback ..............31 Image: Screen Shot Vaddio STATION Selected for recording ............... 32 Compatibility ................................33 USB 2.0 MJPEG Resolutions ..........................
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Page 5: Overview
Read and understand all instructions before using. Do not operate any device if it has been dropped or damaged. In this case, a Vaddio technician must examine the product before operating. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse in water or other liquids and avoid extremely humid conditions. Do not connect Power over Ethernet (PoE) cables directly to the RJ-45 ports on the device as damage may result. -
Page 6: Unpacking
The information contained in this manual will help you install and operate your product. If these instructions are misplaced, Vaddio keeps copies of Specifications, Installation and User Guides and most pertinent product drawings for the Vaddio product line on the Vaddio website. -
Page 7: Groupstation Pc To Micpod Dock Interface Cable
Four (4) 8-32 x 5/16” Phillips pan head screws for Z-clip Six (6) Spiral Drywall Anchors Six (6) #8 x 1.25” Screws for Wall Anchors One (1) 342-0673 Installation Guide Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 7 of 40... -
Page 8: Installation Requirements
GroupSTATION IP, VoIP and PC connectivity. When calling for technical support, please have the IT personnel involved with the installation available to put on the call. Thank you for your support. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 8 of 40... -
Page 9: Anatomy Of The Groupstation Micpod Dock
These controls adjust the optical zoom range (zoom in +, zoom out -) of the camera in the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar. The GroupSTATION camera has a powerful 19X optical zoom range. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 9 of 40... -
Page 10: Image: Micpod Dock Side View
6) Condenser Microphone x 4: Four (4) high quality condenser mics located on the lower shell of the Dock provide a 360° pick-up audio pattern for meeting participants Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 10 of 40... -
Page 11: Anatomy Of The Groupstation Camera/Sound Bar
End view of the left side hi fidelity speaker. Speakers are attached to the GroupSTATION frame with T-bolts from the bottom. 8) Speaker Grill: Attached to the frame with ball and socket snap on connectors. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 11 of 40... -
Page 12: First Time Set-Up With The Groupstation
SSTP cable before the AC power cord GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock PC and UC Conferencing Application USB 2.0 RGBHV or HDMI* Network *HDMI (If not used Tablet PC by PC) Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 12 of 40... -
Page 13: Installation Instructions
If the system is to be shelf mounted, cabinet mounted or mounted to a portable stand with wheels, detailed drawings of the GroupSTATION elements are available at Vaddio.com. General dimensions will also be available in the specification section of this here manual. -
Page 14: Step 2: Route Cables In Cable Tray
Pull enough cable through the cable tray (about 6” to 8”) to allow easy connections to the left side connector panel once the Camera/Sound Bar is mounted to the wall. Step 3: Hang the Camera/Sound Bar on the Wall Bracket Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 14 of 40... -
Page 15: Diagram: Rear Of The Camera/Sound Bar Showing The Location Of The Z-Clips
PEM nuts on the front (center) of the cable tray and the bottom (center) of the Camera/Sound Bar are provided to allow attachment of a woven nylon safety strap to address security and seismic stability. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 15 of 40... -
Page 16: Image: Connections To The Camera/Sound Bar
Bar on one side and the MicPOD Dock on the other side). This is an important point that will be repeated redundantly in a turgidly pleonastic and tautologous manner (and more than once too). Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 16 of 40... -
Page 17: Step 4: Connecting The Micpod Dock
The UC application will determine the content that can be transmitted. D. USB 2.0 Cable: Type-A Male to Type-B-Micro Male Cable - has to be USB 2.0, 480Mbps rated. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 17 of 40... -
Page 18: Option: Using The Pc To Micpod Dock Accessory Cable
Press and hold the Power button for 3.0 seconds and the system will enter Standby Mode. In the off position, USB audio/video ins and outs as well as VoIP functions are disabled and unit is in Standby. Standby Mode is indicated on the OSD. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 18 of 40... -
Page 19: System Configuration And Programming
The default User name is ‘admin’ and the default password is ‘password’. These names and passwords can be changed in the security section. Default Settings: Admin name is: admin Password is: password Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 19 of 40... -
Page 20: Screen Shot: Configuration Page
25’ cable, put this parameter on 25’. If a 50’ cable is used set this parameter to 50’. The cable requirement is stringent and it is recommended that the Vaddio supplied cables be used. More on this later. -
Page 21: Screen Shot: Voip Network Settings
SIP messaging to an outside proxy server that may reside outside the firewall. The Session Timers panel includes the ability to configure sessions and keep alive timers if required for the proxy server. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 21 of 40... -
Page 22: Screen Shot: Voip Rtp Settings
IT managers and A/V system integrators in installing the GroupSTATION or HuddleSTATION VoIP conferencing platform into the enterprise VoIP system. The worksheet will be included with every Group or HuddleSTATION and available on the Vaddio Website. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A... -
Page 23: Screen Shot: Room Labels
Answer button on the Dock for 3 seconds. The current IP and MAC address will be displayed for 20 seconds on the On-Screen-Display (OSD) associated with the HDMI output to the room monitor. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 23 of 40... -
Page 24: Screen Shot: Static Ip Network
The administrator account has a password for login security. The admin account will always require a password entry for login to the administrator pages on the GroupSTATION. The GroupSTATION ships with a factory default password of: ‘password’ but can be modified after initial login. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 24 of 40... -
Page 25: Screen Shot: Diagnostics Menu
The update process will include user notification of status. The “Show less” option closes down the version detail only. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 25 of 40... -
Page 26: Screen Shot: System Confirmation
Screen Shot: System Firmware Update in Progress After confirming the update, a progress pop-up menu will advise the admin of the progress of the update. Please do not interrupt the update process. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 26 of 40... -
Page 27: Screen Shot: System Utilities
The Help also includes information on the current firmware release loaded on the device. Click on the support for product related documentation from the Vaddio website Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A... -
Page 28: Updating The Groupstation
Remember, it is always a better than good idea to involve the IT guys to upgrade any device, especially UC devices, Updating Instructions: 1) Download the GroupSTATION software file (image) from the Vaddio Tech Center website located at http://www.vaddio.com/tech-center.php. Do not UNZIP this file. Save the file to a local drive. -
Page 29: Groupstation User Operations
For a Factory Reset, push and hold the Hang-up button for 5.0 seconds. The system will provide a prompt on the monitor (Press 5). When the prompt is answered the system will reset. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 29 of 40... -
Page 30: Making A Voip Call
In addition, the OSD will display a message that an inbound call is pending. Incoming Call Call Acceptance: To accept a call the User presses the answer key. Call Rejection: The hang-up button can be pressed to reject the call. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 30 of 40... -
Page 31: Connecting To A Pc's Audio
The GroupSTATION also supports HDMI audio and can be alternatively selected as the default audio playback source. The HDMI audio will be depicted as a Vaddio STATION Monitor within the sound configuration. The sound will still be processed the same way as the selection of the speakers, but offers a second audio in with another PC or a tablet with HDMI audio. -
Page 32: Image: Screen Shot Vaddio Station Selected For Recording
Dock are needed for any/all conferencing or recording applications. Image: Screen Shot Vaddio STATION Selected for recording Certified Important Note: The GroupSTATION (Vaddio STATION) must be selected as both the Playback (speaker) and Record (microphone) device within Windows or Soft Client for proper Hands-free audio operations. -
Page 33: Compatibility
Linux Evolving Compatibilities As more UC soft-client and lecture capture programs are released and gain popularity, Vaddio will provide a continuing research and development effort to ensure the compatibility with other manufacturer’s products. USB 2.0 MJPEG Resolutions The USB 2.0 UVC (Universal Video Class) video driver resolution table is an internal list of resolutions available for the Host... -
Page 34: Warranty Information
Vaddio Customer Service: Vaddio will test, repair, or replace the product or products without charge if the unit is under warranty. If the product is out of warranty, Vaddio will test then repair the product or products. The cost of parts and labor charge will be estimated by a technician and confirmed by the customer prior to repair. -
Page 35: Groupstation Compliance And Ce Declaration Of Conformity
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Vaddio can affect emission compliance and could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. -
Page 36: General Specifications
Group STATION Default IP: 169.254.1.1 & Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0 Ports Used GroupSTATION VoIP: Port 5060, Typical Browsers: Port 80 RTP Settings Default Port Range: 23456 to 23556 (100 ports) for audio transports Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 36 of 40... -
Page 37: Appendix A: Network Information Required
Display Name (Acts as caller ID for the call destination): _________________________________________________________________ User Domain (SIP IP address or Domain Name): _______________________________________________________________________ Local SIP Port (Default Port is 5060): ________________________________________________________________________________ Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 37 of 40... - Page 38 As always, it is very important from to work closely with the IT professionals at the place of installation to acquire the IP addresses, the required VoIP information and the network jack(s) required to install and operate each GroupSTATION. Vaddio GroupSTATION - Document Number 342-0671 Rev A Page 38 of 40...
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- Page 40 Vaddio, Toll Free: 800-572-2011 ▪ Phone: 763-971-4400 ▪ FAX: 763-971-4464, vaddio.com ©2013 Vaddio - All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Specifications and pricing are subject to change without notice or obligation. Vaddio, GroupSTATION, HuddleSTATION and MicPOD are trademarks of Vaddio. All other trademarks and likenesses are property of their respective owners.