User´s Manual
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1. Catchbox Pro 27 Connecting Catchbox Pro Module With 3rd Party Belt pack Transmitter You can connect different 3rd party wireless transmitters into the Catchbox Pro Module To do this make sure your transmitter is listed as being compatible by reviewing the section on compatibility Afterwards choose the correct adapter cable and plug it into your transmitter s microphone port There are three different adapter cables to choose from each designed for a specific brand of wireless transmitter Look at the microphone input of your transmitter and choose an adapter cable with a proper pin layout The list below shows the connector types for the three brands currently supported 1 3 pin mini XLR AKG 2 4 pin mini XLR Shure 3 3 5 mm 1 8 in Sennheiser a AKG O O SHURE O a ee Zi SENNHEISER 28 Catchbox Pro Once you have connected the adapter cable connect the 3rd party transmitter to the Catchbox Pro Module by plugging the RCA male end of the adapter cable into the RCA female connector located inside the front cavity of the Catchbox Pro Module Catchbox Pro 29 Afterwards place the 3rd party transmitter inside the cavity of the Catchbox Pro Module making sure no antennas or cables are protruding outwards 30 Catchbox Pro 7 Troubleshooting Problem No sound Audio signal dropouts or breaks Distorted sound Pro Module falling out of cover Audio2. e Follow all warnings and instructions on the product and in this manual 0 e Keep these instructions and always include these instructions when passing the apparatus on to third parties WARNING e Not heeding these warnings might lead to serious injury or property damage e Do not throw at peoples heads and always make sure everyone is aware of the situation before throwing e Do not use in situations with fragile objects hot liquids or people susceptible to injury like the very young or old e Do not throw long passes or hard passes e Properly lock the Pro Module into the cover before use Always use the cover and the foam cap on the Pro Module when using the product e Do not swing or throw the product from its handle This may cause the Pro Module to detach from the cover Only use compatible 3rd party transmitters as specified by the manufacturer with the Pro Module Using incompatible transmitters may result in damage to audio equipment an increase in overall product weight leading to an increased chance of injury and or a failure of the locking mechanism causing the Pro Module or 3rd party transmitter to fall out during use causing injury Operating or storing this product at temperatures above 50 degrees Celsius or 122 degrees Fahrenheit will cause the locking mechanism to fail permanently e This product contains magnets which could affect the functioning of pacemakers and other electronic implants These cou
3. feedback Possible Cause 1 Catchbox Pro Module is not turned on indicated by no light on the status LED 2 3rd party transmitter or receiver is not turned on or these are not paired 1 Wireless connection between 3rd party transmitter and receiver is weak and unreliable 1 Adapter cable is broken or not properly attached 2 Volume too high 1 The magnetic locks are misaligned 2 Magnetic lock has been damaged or magnets have lost strength 1 Catchbox microphone is situated too close to the speaker system Solution 1 Turn on the Catchbox Pro Module using the power switch located at the back of the device The LED status light should turn green If it doesn t you may need to replace the battery 2 Make sure both the 3rd party wireless transmitter and receiver are on and paired with each other See corresponding 3rd party user manual for further assistance 1 See 3rd party transmitter and receiver user manual for more assistance Common causes for a weak unreliable signal are that the receiver and the transmitter are located too far away from each other the signal is being absorbed by objects between the two devices and or other devices are operating on the same frequency band congesting the frequency band 1 Check the adapter cable connection to the 3rd party transmitter as well as to the Pro Module If problem persists replace the adapter cable 2 Reduce the output volume at the receiver by us
4. the person and those around him or her are aware of the situation and are prepared to catch the microphone Avoid throwing the Catchbox if there are fragile electronics or hot liquids nearby as these might spill or be damaged from the throw Short underhand passes of around 5 meters distance are recommended If someone farther away has a question try to get the entire audience involved by having members pass the Catchbox short distances to the person who wants it This is a great way to activate the crowd Improper throwing and use of the device can lead to serious injury and or property damage Do not throw at peoples heads and always M make sure everyone is aware of the situation before throwing Do not use in situations with fragile objects hot liquids or people susceptible to injury like the very young or old Do not throw long passes or hard passes Do not swing or throw this product from its handle as this may cause the Catchbox Pro Module to detach from the cover WARNING 26 Catchbox Pro Speaking Into the Catchbox To use the Catchbox simply speak into the foam cap located on top of the product It is advisable to inform audience members at what distance to speak into the Catchbox A distance of 20cm 8in is ideal This will provide the clearest sound while not blocking the persons face who is speaking Avoid using the Catchbox near speakers as this can cause audio feedback 20cm 8in
5. 3 Velcro Straps 4 Microphone Element 5 Cavity for 3rd Party Transmitter 6 7 8 9 Magnetic Lock Battery Compartment Status LED Power Switch Specifications Weight without 3rd party transmitter 130g 4 6 oz Battery type 1x AA alkaline Battery life 20h Status LED Meaning The Automatic Muting circuit and microphone en element are not powered The Automatic Muting circuit and microphone Green element are powered The Automatic Muting circuit with integrated Red microphone element has less than 2 hours of battery life left 20 Catchbox Pro Catchbox Cover Parts 1 Opening for Pro Module 2 Magnetic Lock 3 Handle Specifications Weight 200 g 7 oz Dimensions 18x18x18cm 7x7x 7 in Catchbox Pro 21 Catchbox Pro Without 3rd Party Transmitter Specifications Weight 330 g 11 5 oz Dimensions 18x18x18cm 7x7x7 in 22 Catchbox Pro 6 Operations Turning the Device On To turn on the device place one AA battery in the muting circuit of the Catchbox Pro Module and an appropriate battery into the 3rd party transmitter Then turn on both the muting circuit and 3rd party transmitter The LED on the back side of the Catchbox Pro Module should turn green Secure the AA battery and the 3rd party transmitter in place by tightening the velcro strap around the device as shown in th
6. e picture Catchbox Pro 23 Locking the Pro Module Into the Cover To lock the Catchbox Pro Module unit into the cover align the pictures located at the bottom of the Catchbox Pro Module and bottom of the cover with each other The locking mechanism is composed of two magnets that attract each other when correctly aligned To test whether the locking has been successful one can try to pull on the Catchbox Pro Module and attempt to remove it with a vertical force If it does not come out with significant force the magnets are correctly aligned To remove the Catchbox Pro Module simply twist it 90 degrees and pull This motion will misalign the magnets and allow for easy removal of the inner part cap into the cover before use Improperly locking the Catchbox Pro Module or a failed locking mechanism will result in the unit coming out 1 WARNING during use potentially leading to serious injury and or property damage Always properly lock the Catchbox Pro Module with the attached foam 24 Catchbox Pro Opening the Catchbox To remove the Catchbox Pro Module simply twist it 90 degrees and pull upward This motion will misalign the magnets and allow for easy removal of the unit Catchbox Pro 25 Throwing the Catchbox To throw the Catchbox microphone find someone in the audience who wants to ask a question or make a comment Make sure that
7. ee User s Manual Copyright 2014 Trick Technologies Oy Catchbox Pro Module Catchbox Cover Contents 1 Safety Instructions 2 Quick Start 3 Product Description usina cinco ios ia 16 18 DWIE Wii 16 Compatibilty Wo cda 17 Proper Use and Working Environment cccccccecceceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeteeeeaeeeseateaeeaeeaeeas 18 4 System Overview 2 0 0054 nanan ER deel seins hei EAR Catchbox Pro Module Catchbox COVEN cuts ii Catchbox PRO Without 3rd Party Transmitter oocooncciciccccnonococnncnoncononoononconannonconnconoos 22 5 Operation cccccccecsscescssssssesceseescsesacsecsesecsesacsesaeseesesesaesacsesaesesaesaeaecassesaesecaeceseesaeeesaeeasansas 23 Turning the DEVICE ON ii 23 Locking the Transmitter to the COVES cccceccccsssscesssesseeescesseseessesseseeseeeseesatseeaeeesensass 24 Opening the GatchDOx lt i iii A taa 25 THROWING the GalchboX icons iria 26 Speaking into the Catch isc ccsccecserscccsesccesevsciesct aaa niid 27 Connecting Catchbox Pro Module with 3rd Party Belt pack Transmitter 28 30 6 Troubleshooting iaa nidad 31 7 Maintenance Storage and Disposal ccccccccsssseseseeseseeeeeseeecaeeeeaeeeesesaeseeaeeeseneaes 32 0 Notes ti e ia 33 2 Safety Instructions NOTICE Before using the product read and understand the user manual and inform others of proper usage
8. etic field Keep magnets away from devices and objects that could be damaged by strong magnetic fields like laptops and other electrical equipment Operating or storing this product above 50 degrees Celsius or 122 degrees Fahrenheit will cause the locking mechanism to fail permanently This in turn will cause the Catchbox Pro Module to fall out of the cover during use potentially leading to personal injury and or property damage Do not place the equipment near heat sources such as heating ducts or radiators and do not expose it to direct sunlight excessive dust moisture rain mechanical vibrations or shock Do not use or store near water If the equipment comes into contact with a liquid turn off the device along with the 3rd party transmitter attached to it Disposal To dispose of a broken or defective unit send the unit back to the manufacturer or consult your local waste management professional Be sure to dispose of dead batteries as required by local waste disposal rules Never throw batteries into a fire or a garbage bin 32 Catchbox Pro 9 Notes Catchbox Pro 33 www getcatchbox com CE
9. ing the volume knob 1 Align the magnets by twisting the Catchbox Pro Module inside the cover 2 Get the product serviced 1 Move Catchbox microphone away from the speakers For more technical assistance contact us by email info getcatchbox com or visit our website www getcatchbox com Catchbox Pro 31 8 Maintenance Storage and Disposal Proper maintenance and storage of the Catchbox Pro will help ensure the product remains operational and safe to use Improper maintenance or storage in turn can lead to equipment failure which can cause serious injury during use Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself The equipment should be opened serviced and repaired by authorized personnel only Always refer to the user manual for proper maintenance storage and disposal instructions and do not throw away the user manual Always keep it near the product for reference by other users Cleaning To clean the equipment use a moistened not wet cloth only Be sure to turn off the device before cleaning To clean the outer cover first remove the Catchbox Pro Module unit from the inside Only use dry cleaners and do not place the outer cover in a washing machine Always remember to inform cleaners that the device contains a magnet and should not be treated in temperatures in excess of 50 degrees Celsius 122 degrees Fahrenheit or near equipment sensitive to strong magnetic fields Storage Magnets produce a far reaching strong magn
10. ld stop working or switch into test mode causing illness If you wear these devices keep sufficient distance to magnets Warn others who wear these devices from getting too close to magnets 4 Catchbox Pro Catchbox Pro CAUTION Magnets produce a far reaching strong magnetic field Keep magnets away from devices and objects that could be damaged by strong magnetic fields like laptops and other electrical equipment Do not place the product near heat sources such as heating ducts or radiators and do not expose it to direct sunlight excessive dust moisture rain mechanical vibrations or shock Do not use near water Use equipment indoors only If the equipment comes into contact with a liquid turn off the product and shut down the sound system Avoid excessive volume Do not exceed 70dBa for airborne noise Clean the equipment with a moistened not wet cloth only Be sure to turn off the device before cleaning the equipment during lightning storms and or when not in use The equipment should be opened serviced and repaired by qualified service personnel only Do not attempt to modify this product or its accessories and use only accessories and attachments specified by the manufacturer Use only AA LR6 type alkaline batteries with the product Be sure to dispose of dead batteries as required by local waste disposal rules Never throw batteries into a fire or a garbage bin 3 Quick Start Catchbox Pr
11. o only use 3rd party wireless transmitters specified as being compatible with the product by the manufacturer Also do not throw long or hard passes and avoid using the device in situations where there are glasses fragile items hot liquids unsuspecting people or people susceptible to injury like the very old or young Also avoid swinging or throwing the device from its handle as this may cause the locking mechanism to fail releasing the inner part and potentially causing injury Things to Consider With Magnets Since the product contains magnets care should be taken when setting up the product for use Avoid placing the Pro Module on electrical devices such as laptops as these can be adversely affected or damaged from the magnetic field People with pacemakers or other electrical implants should be especially careful as these devices could stop working or switch into test mode if they come into direct contact with a strong magnet 18 Catchbox Pro 5 System Overview Catchbox Pro Catchbox PRO Catchbox Module Cover NOTE Catchbox Pro uses compatible 3rd party wireless transmitters to work Some specifications of the system are reliant on the make and model of the 3rd party wireless transmitter that is used with the product These specifications include range of operation radio frequency audio frequency response and system latency 19 Catchbox Pro Module Parts 1 Foam Cap 2 RCA Port
12. o uses 3rd party wireless transmitters to function For a list of compatible transmitters see the section on compatibility or visit the manufacturers website www getcatchbox com 1 Setup a compatible 3rd party transmitter and receiver pair syncing the two units and connecting the receiver to a sound system For specific instructions see the relevant user manual provided by the manufacturer of said system Catchbox Pro gt a AKG Taa SHURE Sa i Y SENNHEISER 2 Choose an adapter cable based on the brand and model of your 3rd party transmitter and connect it to the microphone input of said transmitter Catchbox Pro 3 Remove the Catchbox Pro Module from the outer cover by twisting the cylinder 90 degrees and pulling upwards 4 Open the velcro strap surrounding the device by pulling it gently along the surface of the module Catchbox Pro 5 Install one AA battery into the back part of the Catchbox Pro Module Catchbox Pro 6 Connect the 3rd party transmitter to the Catchbox Pro Module by plugging the RCA male end of the adapter cable into the RCA female connector located inside the front cavity of the Catchbox Pro Module 10 Catchbox Pro 7 Place the transmitter inside the cavity of the Catchbox Pro Module making sure no antennas or cables are protruding outwards Catchbox Pro 11 8 Turn on both the 3
13. o work with the following models of transmitters from Shure AKG and Sennheiser Compatible Belt pack Transmitters DPT 700 PT 470 PT 420 These transmitters have been tested to fit into the cavity inside the Catchbox Pro Module It is important not to use 3rd party transmitters other than those mentioned above as these can be too heavy or oversized making the device unsafe to throw To connect a compatible 3rd party transmitter to the Catchbox Pro the device comes with three different adapter cables These cables have different pin layouts depending on the brand of the transmitter you would like to use Simply choose the adapter cable that matches the pin layout of your compatible belt pack transmitter 0 gt a AKG OQ aa SHURE G Z SENNHEISER 1 3 pin mini XLR AKG 2 4 pin mini XLR Shure 3 3 5 1 8 in Sennheiser Catchbox Pro 17 Proper Use and Working Environment Safety First While the Catchbox PRO is a fun way to make events more engaging improper use can lead to personal injury and or property damage Please understand that the manufacturer accepts no liability for damage or injuries arising from the misuse of this product It is very important to read the safety instructions before using the product Specifically make sure that the Catchbox Pro Module along with the 3rd party wireless transmitter is securely locked inside the foam cover before using the product Remember t
14. rd party transmitter and the muting circuit located at the back of the Catchbox Pro Module 12 Catchbox Pro 9 Secure the velcro strap tightly around the Catchbox Pro Module ensuring that both the battery located at the back as well as the frontal cavity are covered by the velcro strap Catchbox Pro 13 10 Place the Catchbox Pro Module inside the cover making sure to align the magnetic locking mechanisms of both the cover and the Catchbox Pro Module See visual marks for guidance 14 Catchbox Pro 11 Test the volume level by speaking into the microphone and adjusting it using the volume controls on the 3rd party transmitter or receiver 20cm 8in Avoid excessive volume Do not exceed 70 dBa for airborne noise A Before turning on the device make sure the volume knob on your 3rd party receiver is turned to zero so as to ensure no unexpected loud CAUTION noises when starting Catchbox Pro 15 4 Product Description Overview Catchbox Pro is the world s first throwable microphone module allowing audio professionals to convert existing wireless microphone transmitters into soft throwable microphones These final assemblies in turn can be quickly passed from one audience member to the next in crowded spaces making it an easy and fun way to get audience members to ask questions and make comments whether it be in a lecture a meeting a work
15. shop or even a conference The module comes with an integrated professional microphone element connected to the unique automute technology which turns off the audio signal when the microphone is in movement ensuring the system doesn t make any unwanted noises when being passed around The Catchbox Pro Module itself does not act as a transmitter Instead wireless transmission is carried out entirely by the 3rd party wireless transmitter This means no separate license is required to operate the module as long as one has been obtained for the 3rd party wireless transmitter Key Features Included Components Automute technology e Catchbox Pro Module e Integrated Microphone Element e Catchbox Cover e Compatible with industry leading e RCA to 3 pin mini XLR adapter cable wireless microphone brands e RCA to 4 pin mini XLR adapter cable e RCA to 3 5 mm plug adapter cable A Do not attempt to modify this product or its accessories and use only accessories and attachments specified by the manufacturer CAUTION 16 Catchbox Pro Compatibility The Catchbox Pro wireless microphone module allows audio professionals to convert 3rd party wireless microphone transmitters into throwable microphones The device comes with different adapter cables which allow users to connect commonly used 3rd party transmitters to the integrated microphone element and automatic muting circuit Currently the Catchbox Pro has been tested and verified t
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