Important: Always perform a "walk around" test to verify coverage before using a wireless system during a speech or perfor
mance. Experiment with placement to find the optimum location.
Requirements Checklist
Make sure your equipment meets these requirements before installing the system:
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Use shielded Cat 5e or higher Ethernet cables.
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Use balanced XLR cables for analog input/output.
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Use Gigabit DHCP router to connect multiple access points in the same installation. Ensure it meets the following require
ments:
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Gigabit ports
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Provides Class 0 PoE with at least 6.5 W
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Quality of Service (QoS) with 4 queues
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Diffserv (DSCP) QoS with strict priority
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If the router features Energy Efficient Ethernet (or Green Ethernet), ensure it is disabled from the ports dedicated for
the system
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Recommended: A managed switch to provide detailed information about the operation of each network link (port
speed, error counters, bandwidth used, etc.)
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Limiting cable runs to ≤100 meters between devices.
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Use same firmware version for all devices in your system.
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Ensure MXCW components and the computer are on the same network and set to the same subnet.
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