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Table of Contents Introduction...3 Parts List...3 Windows XP Audio Device Hardware Configuration...4 Windows 7 Audio Device Hardware Configuration...9 Specifications...12 VM-1 Hardware Product Limited Warranty...13 VM-1 Installation Guide Page 2 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
Introduction The VM-1 simplifies transmit and receive capability from the driver to a mobile PC VoIP application. Delivered in a small and rugged package, the VM-1 offers robust audio through a dust and water resistant speaker and crisp PTT through a Kenwood CB microphone. VoIP applications which leverage Hot Key sequences for PTT are compatible with the VM-1. Vehicle mounted installations are simplified by the use of a standard USB cable and optional RAM or Flush Mount brackets. This guide will cover configuring the VM-1 in Windows XP Pro, Windows 7, and WAVE. NOTE: The screenshots in this manual were made with a VM-4. NOTE: The application software versions used in this guide are Windows XP Pro, Windows 7, and Microsoft.NET Framework 4. If you are using any other versions of these products your windows may look different. Linux is noted in this manual, although the VM-1 has not been tested with it. Features Plug and Play Installation Compact and Rugged design Resistant to dust, water and shock USB audio and power source Robust Amplified Speaker Speaker Volume Control Equipped with RAM Mount Kit USB 2.0 Compliant Uses Standard A-B USB Cables RJ-45 for Kenwood CB Microphone Parts List The VM-1 (Figure A) (shown with optional Kenwood CB Microphone) comes equipped with a USB A/B 2.0 cable (Figure B) Figure A Figure B VM-1 Installation Guide Page 3 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
Windows XP Audio Device Hardware Configuration Click on Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices icon located in the Control Panel (Figure 1). Figure 1 Click on the Sounds and Audio Devices icon (Figure 2). Check Place volume icon in the taskbar box so you can access these settings quicker in the future if needed (Figure 3). Figure 2 Figure 3 VM-1 Installation Guide Page 4 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
To ensure proper VM-1 Microphone performance, sound card settings must be adjusted after initial device installation (or sudden disconnect or power loss). Click on the Advanced button in the Device volume box (Figure 4). The ETC VM-1 Speaker mixer window will open. If your window does NOT show a Microphone device you will need to activate it. From the Options drop down menu choose Properties (Figure 5) Figure 4 Figure 5 In the Properties window check the Microphone box (Figure 6) then click the OK button (Figure 7). Figure 6 Figure 7 VM-1 Installation Guide Page 5 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
You will see a Microphone device for ETC VM-1 in the Speaker window. Using your cursor, move the Speaker (master) volume lever up to the recommended playback level shown (Figure 8) Figure 8 The Microphone volume lever must be down all the way and the Microphone Mute box must checked (Figure 9) Figure 9 VM-1 Installation Guide Page 6 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
ATTENTION: The microphone Mute box must be checked. An unchecked Mute box will cause echo on the network and down-time for troubleshooting your installation. The Recording volume for the VM-1 can now be adjusted. From the Options drop down menu choose Properties (Figure 10). Figure 10 VM-1 Installation Guide Page 7 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
In the Properties window click on the Recording circle (Figure 11). Click the OK button (Figure 12).. Figure 11 Figure 12 The Wave In (recording level) window will appear. Adjust the volume to the recommended level (Figure 13). Close out the Wave In window (Figure 14), and any other windows left open, and your VM-1 is ready to be configured with your third party VoIP software. Figure 13 Figure 14 NOTE: The VM-1 utilizes standard Windows/Linux USB audio device drivers. If the unit is disconnected without using the ETC Utility, the settings may revert to default levels. These levels should be checked upon reconnection in the event the VM-1 becomes suddenly disconnected or loses power. VM-1 Installation Guide Page 8 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
Windows 7 Audio Device Hardware Configuration Click on the Sounds icon located in the Control Panel (Figure 15). Figure 15 In the Sound window, choose the Playback tab, select Speakers ETC VM-1 Default Device, and click the Properties button (Figure 16). In the Speakers Properties window, choose the Levels tab. Adjust the Speakers level to 90, the Microphone level to 0 (zero), and MUTE the Microphone (Figure 17). Figure 16 Figure 17 VM-1 Installation Guide Page 9 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
ATTENTION: The microphone speaker icon must be in mute mode. An un-muted microphone will cause echo on the network and down-time for troubleshooting your installation. Click the OK button to return to the Sound window (Figure 18). In the Sound window, choose the Recording tab, select Microphone ETC VM-1 Default Device, and click the Properties button (Figure 19). Figure 18 Figure 19 VM-1 Installation Guide Page 10 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
In the Microphone Properties window, choose the Levels tab. Adjust the Microphone level to 80 (Figure 20). Click the OK button to return to the Sound window (Figure 21). Figure 20 Figure 21 The VM-1 is now ready to be configure with your third party VoIP software. VM-1 Installation Guide Page 11 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
Specifications Physical Size 154mm x 84mm x 44mm (6 L x 3.3 W x 1.75 D) Weight....227g (8oz) (VM-1 unit only) Case...ABS 94HB Plastic CB Microphone.Kenwood KMC-27B Power (USB) Idle Current.120mA Max Current... 400mA Audio Frequency Response...150Hz 6kHz Coil Impedance..8ohm +/- 15% Resonance Frequency.180Hz +/-20% Output S.P.L...89dB +/- 3dB Environmental Temperature Range...-40c to +85c Humidity.....0-95% Non Condensing VM-1 Installation Guide Page 12 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.
VM-1 Hardware Product Limited Warranty ETC warrants that your ETC hardware product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for the length of time specified in the Warranty Periods below, beginning from the date of purchase. Except where prohibited by applicable law, this warranty is nontransferable and is limited to the original purchaser. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary under local laws Remedies ETC s entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty shall be, at ETC s option, (1) to repair or replace the hardware, or (2) to refund the price paid, provided that the hardware is returned to the point of purchase or such other place as ETC may direct with a copy of the sales receipt or dated itemized receipt. Shipping and handling charges may apply except where prohibited by applicable law. ETC may, at its option, use new or refurbished or used parts in good working condition to repair or replace any hardware product. Any replacement hardware product will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer or for any additional period of time that may be applicable in your jurisdiction. This warranty does not cover problems or damage resulting from (1) accident, abuse, misapplication, or any unauthorized repair, modification or disassembly; (2) improper operation or maintenance, usage not in accordance with product instructions or connection to improper voltage supply; or (3) use of consumables, such as replacement batteries, not supplied by ETC except where such restriction is prohibited by applicable law. How to Obtain Warranty Support Before submitting a warranty claim, we recommend you contact ETC support at support@essentialtel.com for technical assistance. Valid warranty claims are generally processed through the point of purchase during the first thirty (30) days after purchase; however, this period of time may vary depending on where you purchased your product please check with ETC for details. Warranty claims or other product related questions should be addressed directly to ETC. The addresses and customer service contact information for ETC can be found in the documentation accompanying your product and on the web at www.essentialtel.com. Limitation of Liability ETC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE OR DATA (WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT) OR COMMERCIAL LOSS FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON YOUR PRODUCT EVEN IF ETC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Essential Trading Systems Corps. All intellectual property rights in this publication are owned by Essential Trading Systems Corps. and are protected by United States copyright laws, other applicable copyright laws and international treaty provisions. Essential Trading Systems Corps. Retains all rights not expressly granted. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form whatsoever or used to make any derivative work without prior written approval by Essential Trading Systems Corps. No representation of warranties for fitness for any purpose other than what is specifically mentioned in this guide is made either by Essential Trading Systems Corps. or its agents. Essential Trading Systems Corp. reserves the right to revise this publication and make changes without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Essential Trading Systems Corps. may make improvements or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this documentation at any time. All rights reserved. Endorsement of ETC or ETC s products is not implied by use of other companies product names. To ensure highest quality, ETC reserves the right to change product specifications at any time. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. VM-1 Installation Guide Page 13 of 13 Essential Trading Systems Corp.