Manuals
The following tabs are meant as guidance notes and supplier configuration PDF's to be used in the setup and configuration of various Church equipment.
Notes have been added based on in situ learning saved for prosperity
Last update 21/09/2024
Central Heating Controller
Helpful Notes
The central heating controller is now set for all our normal activity.
It should only need to be changed for deviations to the norm.
The base temp is set at 10c. So adjust up the temp on the start slot to say 20c.
Build in at least 1 hour to warm up, 2 hours in bad weather and cut off 1 hour before the end time. It takes about 1 hour to notice the effect of turn off.
Optimum
Uses of function called "Optimum Start". This is activated.
What it means is that the start time is the time when you want the temperature to be reached. The controller works out when it needs to switch on to achieve the temperature. Good when mild or extremely cold but given the size of the space it is not very effective at acheiving target and needs additional time before the start point.
Programming
It has 7 day control with 6 temperature settings per day organised in pairs of on/off.
- an example for Sunday with morning sevice, afternoon Messy Church and and evening concert could be
- Morning
- Temp Level 1 11.00hrs temp 21°C - on
- Temp Level 2 12.00hrs temp 10°C - off
- Afternoon
- Temp Level 3 13.00hrs temp 21°C - on
- Temp Level 4 15.00hrs temp 10°C - off
- Evening
- Temp Level 5 19.00hrs temp 21°C - on
- Temp Level 6 21.00hrs temp 10°C - off
- Note Just leave the times in but change the temp down to a min of 10°C.
Re-Binding Thermostat / Controller with Wireless Relay Box
Thermostat / Controller - Located near pulpit
Wireless Relay Box
Located at the back of church near the hatch at floor level
Due to its precarious position:-
Ensure that nothing blocks* the signal between the Thermostat/Controller and the Wireless Relay Box
* like metal boxes or oak tables
Toilet Heater - Rionte Kyros
Sound System
Microphone and transmitter
The system is based on TOA equipment
We use 2 x Lapel Microphones and 1 x Hand held Microphone.
The Lapel microphone utilises a clip and mono microphone with lead, which plugs into the belt clipped sender / transmitter unit.
The Hand held is self contained.
All the sender units transmit back to a receiver unit on a one to one basis.
Each is set to its own frequency to correspond with the receiver (i.e. matched pair).
All devices use PP3 batteries.
Helpful Notes
The inputs have all been reset so that the amplified output is less sensitive.
Use the individual volume controls to adjust the sound output. Note try not to utilise the master volume as this effects all of the outputs.
We have acheived a balanced system, avoiding feedbacks and clarity of output. Each of the dials has an indicative setting marked with a white spot. This was acheived with trial and error but deviations do have consequences.
Amplifier Installation
Amplifier Specification
Wireless Mike Receiver - TOA WT4810
Projector - Epson 5650W
Note Audio loopback in the form of a downlink cable (installed in Jan 2022) now goes to the sound system. So the HDMI input takes both audio and video from the source which is now the Ezcast (wireless connector). Laptop and Smart Phones connect wirelessly and pass both audio.
Wireless Projection
Based on the EzCast 2 device Setup Instructions for CCC
Ezcast is connected to the Projector HDMI cable ready to receive Audio visual transmissions from Smart Phones / Laptops.
Tp-Link 4G Router
Connects the church to the Internet via 4G
The router is set up with a 4G connection to the internet with currently a Gif-Gaf sim on a 10 gigabit per month.
This is on a £10 monthly automatic renewal.
It can be cancelled by just stopping the auto renewal.
Ezcast connects wirelessly to the router to get Internet access.
Note We have not made access generally available for public use as we have a limited data tariff.
Develo AV 200 Wireless Access Point
What does it do?
Extends wireless access / range to the Internet Router.
First device is plugged in below router and connected by an ethernet cable.
The second device is plugged in halfway down the church.
The basic principle is that wireless network point receives the wireless network traffic from a device, this is then transmitted across the mains wiring to the second device and the router. This will then pass the packets to the router and then the Internet.
How Much?
This is all upcycled kit obtained free from a generous donator.
They consume very little electricity.
What are we going to use it for?
Initially we will use to provide a more stable access to the internet for the SumUp contactless donation machine.
How is it configured?
Utilising the Develo Cockpit software installed on the church laptop and requires a direct ethernet cable connects to one of the nodes.
This has been done and should only need doing when first setup is undertaken.
Vestry heater
Energy
Gas Smart Meter - installed 08/03/2023
Elecricity Smart Meter (now on Smets 2) - Installed on 12/04/2023
Energy Provided by Total Energies on a 3 year contract ending in June 2024
Based on three phase supply but with three tariffs Night, Day and Evenings & Weekends.
Gas Meter Point = 9342110305 Electric Supply Number = S 04 005 661 16 1001 4622 551
A more complete data usage is availble in an energy spreadsheet.Kitchen Shutter
UPS to drive the kitchen shutter in the event of a power failure.
Should be included in the fire safety testing.
Installed on 29/06/2023 but will need replacing around July 2028.
Located on top of the cupboard to the left of the shutter.
Testing can take place by temporarly switching off at its socket (above and to the left of the shutter).
Unit should buzz (to indicate loss of mains) but the shutter should open / close.
Failure to open could be a flat battery or UPS needs testing / replacing.
Note changed the setup so that the UPS can be by-passed if UPS fails.
This should only be used as a temporary fix until UPS is fixed / replaced.
SumUp - Contactless Donations / Payments
Overview
We now have a contactless payment terminal and moving forward with the times to make it easier for people to donate to church if they do not have cash in their pocket. This system does not replace the present envelope or standing order system which, you may have set up. The Sumup contactless terminal allows the church to take donations contact less or by card or by Apple or Android Pay.
Gift Aid is still possible, just complete the blue envelope as usual (to claim back the tax) and indicate donation by card.
Also we can take donations via our website which has a Donate to Church link to take card donations. You will also see QR codes appearing in documents such as the Village Newsletter, the Weekly Service Sheet and on posters. This enables a smart phone to scan the QR code which then takes the user to Christ Church's donation web page at SumUp. Entering the donation amount and card details will enable the donator to donate without any assistance or payment machine. We are all feeling the financial pinch but please consider a donation to keep our doors open. Thank you in anticipation.
Configuration
Following the stablisation of our Internet connection, I have now configured to utilise Wifi via the Develo Wifi Extender
Should this fail, then we can switch back on 4G connections.
Helpful Notes
1.) Setup to use a direct 4G connection (as we have a good signal and the connection through our internet connection was poor).
2.) WIFI has been switched off not needed for every day use (saves battery). Also told device to forget WiFi connection (seems to want to revert to WiFi when it restarts).
3.) Reduced the contrast to improve battery life.
4.) Setup fixed menu buttons with "£5 Donation" or "£10 Donation" or "£15 Donation" or "£20 Donation".
5.) If device asks for password it means it is not connected to the Internet - Solution ReBoot.
6.) May get blocked by the need for update to software. Solution - Click on Update, leave and allow 10mins whilst the update downloads and auto updates. Should go back to payment page when complete.
Issue a refund
- Choose the relevant transaction in your "Sales history".
- Tap “Transaction successful” to view the transaction and associated options.
- Tap “Refund” at the bottom of the screen.
- Enter the refund amount and hit “Issue refund”.
- Confirm the refund by entering your SumUp password.
You’ll see a confirmation screen, simply tap the arrow button or the "x" in the top corner to return to the selected transaction.
Laptop - Lenovo G570 - 20/03/2012
Our laptop is stored offsite.
It was upgraded in 2021 with a SSD disk and Windows 10 installed.
Note it is not Windows 11 compatible and therefore is end of life October 2025
Tips
When undertaking a presentation - Put on hold Microsoft Updates
Already tuned off various functions on Microsoft Edge to stop excessive CPU cyles
Make use of Freeze on projector - Locks an image in whilst you work on the laptop display.
Installed software
- Ezcast
- Libre Office
- Picture Perfect Viewer
- Google Drive