Nady Systems WA120 User's Manual
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1. 11 12 13 14 RF mute threshold squelch adjust 16 Storage compartment for AC adapter or optional RB 120 12VDC rechargeable battery Mounting hole for use with optional MST 4B tripod stand Battery mount for 8 X D batteries Used for internal battery operation of unit External DC input jack Battery charging LED indicators 15 16 EN x A esum P m AC 13V p N 13 Q x OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE NADY WA 120 Powering the WA 120 External Adapter Plug the external provided AC DC Adaptor into the External DC input jack 14 socket Then plug the AC DC adapter plug into a standard 115VAC or 240VAC outlet The AC adapter will detect the line voltage automatically Turn on the unit using the Power switch 2 Note To avoid damaging your unit use only the provided AC adapter connected to the power input jack RB 120 The WA 120 can be powered internally using the optional RB 120 re chargeable battery Observe the RB 120 battery positive and nega tive polarities when installing it into the Optional RB 120 recharge2. WA 120 Portable Wireless PA t uS ECHO we NIA LINE REC QUT va RADY OWA I20 WIRELESS PORTABLE vA Ni we INTRODUC TON e 2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS neeeeeeeeeeeeeee nennen 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE NADY WA 120 5 WA 120 WIRELESS MICROPHONE RECEIVER OPERATION 8 WHT HANDHELD MICROPHONE TRANSMITTER 9 WLT LAVALIER HEADMIC BODYPACK TRANSMITTER 9 SPEBIFICATIONS een 12 area T 12 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Nady WA 120 Wireless Portable P A and congratulations on your choice The WA 120 is the most affordable and compact of the popular line of Nady wireless P A s Ideal for many applications including use in classrooms conference meeting rooms churches health clubs and small auditoriums it is powerful yet lightweight and easily portable We are sure you will find this versatile system a powerful and useful tool for your presentations The Nady WA 120 includes a full range speaker system with built in amplifier mixer and high band VHF wireless receiver Special features include Powerful 20W maximum audio power output Built in echo reverb 1 4 unbalanced input jacks 1 MIC 1 AUX and one 1 4 unbalanced RECORD OUT Volume treble and bass and echo reverb controls e Wireless system fe
3. 12 One Year Limited Warranty Nady Systems Inc warrants to the original consumer purchaser that the unit is free from any defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original retail purchase If any such defect is discovered within the warranty period Nady Systems Inc will repair or replace the unit free of charge subject to verification of the defect or malfunction upon return to Nady Systems Please do not return your Nady product to the store where it was purchased as Nady Systems handles your warranty service directly Communication with our Service Department is the most efficient means of servicing your unit and we are dedicated to keeping you a satisfied customer To the extent permitted by law any applicable implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness are hereby limited to one year from the date of purchase Consequential or incidental damages resulting from a breach of any applicable express or implied warranties are hereby excluded This warranty is in lieu of all other agreements and warranties general or special express or implied and no representative or person including a Nady dealer agent or employee is authorized to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale or use of this Nady Systems product Whereas some states do not allow limitations on how long implied warranties last and do not allow exclusion of incidental or consequential damages
4. system Nevertheless operating this microphone system without a license is subject to certain restrictions the system may not cause harmful interference it must operate at a low power level not in excess of 50mW and it has no protection from interference received from any other device Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems and these rules are subject to change For more information call the FCC at 1 888 CALL FCC TTY 1 888 TELL FCC or visit www fcc gov cgb consumerfacts wirelessmic factsheet html AD NADY SYSTEMS INC SYSTEMS Emeryville CA USA www nady com
5. OFF STANDBY ON switch allows convenient audio muting with the transmitter ON Low battery LED indicator flashes once for unit ON lights steady for low battery alert Transmitter Set up and Operation Unscrew the battery compartment cover end cap 1 and remove exposing the battery compartment Insert a fresh 9V battery observing polarity Re attach the battery cover Turn on the microphone power switch 2 on the handle of the microphone The battery indicator LED 3 will give a single quick flash indicating usable battery strength In the case of a dead or low battery the indicator will either not go on at all or will stay on continuously indicating a need to replace the battery To preserve battery life turn the transmitter off when not in use he RF ON indicator on the WA 120 should now be lit Adjust the volume of the WA 120 to the desired level WLT LAVALIER HEADMIC BODYPACK TRANSMITTER The Nady WLT is a rugged compact bodypack designed for use with lavalier or headworn mics and includes these special features OFF STANDBY ON switch allows convenient audio muting with the transmitter ON Low battery LED indicator flashes once for unit ON lights steady for low battery alert Locking 3 5mm mini jack provides secure connection for removable microphones Easily accessible input level adjust control for optimum sound Operates on 9V batteries for economical and long life operation WLT Bodypack
6. fresh one The RF ON light on the WA 120 should now be lit Re position the microphone farther from the source or adjust the audio input level control 8 if the monitored volume is to loud or distorted after adjusting the receiver Adjust the volume control of the WA 120 to a comfortable listening level as desired Note Observe care in selecting volume transmitter location and speaker placement so that acoustic feedback howling and screeching will be avoided Please also observe the pickup patterns of the micro phone selected omnidirectional mics pick up sound equally from all directions and are prone to feedback if not used carefully Unidirectional mics are more resistant to feedback but pick up sound sources best that are directly in front of the mic Also mics that are farther from the sound source such as lavaliers require more acoustic gain and thus are also more prone to feedback than close source mics such as handheld or headworn mics that are used close to the mouth Note Microphone elements can easily be destroyed by the buildup of salts and minerals from perspiration and saliva It is good practice to put a windscreen on the mic element at all times to protect it 11 SPECIFICATIONS Audio Power Output External AC Power AC Power consumption External DC Power Internal Batteries Input Sensitivity Frequency Response T H D Inputs Tone Control Range LINE REC output level Wireless
7. the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary trom state to state This warranty is subject to the following conditions 1 This system must have been purchased from an authorized Nady dealer and all warranty service must be performed by Nady s service department Any service not performed by Nady will automatically void this warranty 2 Items not covered physical damage resulting from improper handling of the unit in transit from the factory by the shipper Nady Systems is not responsible for such damage and all such claims must be made against the shipping company by the consignee defects caused by normal wear of the product expendable parts are typically connectors cables potentiometers switches and similar components damage or defects caused by abuse neglect accident failure to connect or operate the unit in any way that does not comply with applicable technical or safety regulations or improper repair excessive heat or humidity alteration or unreasonable use of the unit causing cracks broken cases housings or parts damage caused by leaking batteries finish or appearance items items damaged in shipment en route to Nady Systems Inc for repair The warranty is null and void if any Nady serial number has been removed or defaced How To Obtain Service 1 If factory service is required you must contact our Service De
8. Operating Frequency Range Wireless Operating Distance Dimension Weight 20W maximum 4 ohms 100 240VAC 50 60Hz Universal Line Voltage Adaptor supplied 40 VA 15VDC 1200mA AC adapter 8 D size alkaline batteries SUM 1 or optional 12V 1 2A RB 120 Rechargeable Battery MIC TS 52dB 2dB 150 15KHz 3dB MIC 52dB 2dB 150 15KHz 3dB AUX 18dB 2dB 100 15KHz 3dB 1 Wireless Mic Hardwired Mic and AUX line inputs Treble 6dB at 10KHz Bass 6dB at 100 Hz 775mV at 1K Ohms 170 216MHz FM 3E 100 ft typical up to 200 ft line of sight 8 3 X 10 6 X 5 4 211 X 270 X 137mm 5 3 Ibs 2 4 Kg SERVICE U S Should your Nady WA 120 require service please contact the Nady Service Department via phone at 510 652 2411 or e mail at service nady com for a Return Authorization R A number and a service quote if out of warranty Make sure the R A number is clearly marked on the outside of the package cashier s check or money order is enclosed if not prepaid with a credit card and ship the unit prepaid to Nady Systems Inc Service Department 6701 Shellmound Street Emeryville CA 94608 Include a brief description of the problems you are having International For service please contact the Nady distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you purchased this product DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS UNIT YOURSELF AS IT CAN BE DANGEROUS AND ALSO VOID THE WARRANTY
9. Transmitter Transmitter Set up and Operation Snap open the battery compartment 1 and insert a fresh 9V battery 2 observing the correct polarity Close the compartment The WLT is provided with a 3 5 mm locking jack 3 for connecting themicrophone Plug in either the Lavalier Lapel 4 or the Headworn microphone 5 as supplied To secure the connection turn the metal slip ring on the plug clockwise to thread it on to the jack To unplug reverse the process Slip the transmitter into a pocket or clip on to your clothes To use the lavalier mic attach it at chest level Do not place too close to the mouth a distance of about six inches usually works best To use the headworn mic place it on the head and adjust the mic boom so that the mic is about one inch to the side of the front of the mouth Note The lavalier or headworn mic wire is also the transmit antenna and rolling up or shortening the wire may reduce the effective operat ing range Extend the wire fully during use and keep it as straight as possible Turn on the WLT by sliding the OFF STANDBY ON SWITCH 6 to the STANDBY position transmitter on audio muted or the ON position transmitter and audio both on The battery indicator LED 7 will give a single quick flash indicating usable battery strength In the case of a dead or low battery the LED either will not go on at all or will stay on continuously indicating that the battery should be replaced with a
10. able battery slot 11 while the WA 120 is connected to AC power with the provided AC adapter If the Battery charging LED 16 turns red the RB 120 is not fully charged and should be allowed to charge while the WA 120 is powered by the AC adapter Note Turning off the WA 120 Power switch 2 will allow the RB 120 to recharge more quickly If the Battery charging LED indicator 16 lights green the RB 120 is fully charged and ready to power the WA 120 alone Shut off the Power switch 2 and disconnect the AC adapter Turn the unit back ON and the RB 120 will power the unit while still connected to the optional RB 120 rechargeable compartment 11 The RB 120 can be easily stored in the Storage compartment 11 while in use or transporting e CUm en Note Connecting the AC adapter will automatically charge the internal HB 120 battery power Note Connecting the AC adapter will automatically disconnect the inter nal D cell batteries The WA 120 does not recharge D cell batteries 8x D Cell Batteries The WA 120 can also be powered internally with 8x D cell batteries Insert the batteries while observing the correct polarity as marked For longest operation use only alkaline or rechargeable batteries Replace the batteries when the output volume drops or the range of the wireless decreases Note The WA 120 does not recharge D cell batteries Attention 1 If feedback howling sound occurs try first turnin
11. atures noise reduction companding circuitry for quietest operation with a wide dynamic range Available with choice of WHT handheld Mic or WLT Lavalier headset Mic bodypack transmitters One WA 120 wireless P A and one WHT or WLT Transmitter on the same channel comprise a system Powered externally with provided Universal Voltage 110V 240V AC adapter or internally with either 8 D cell alkaline or rechargeable batteries or the optional RB 120 rechargeable battery Convenient internal built in charger for optional RB 120 rechargeable battery Small and lightweight only 8 3 x 10 6 x 5 4 211 x 270 x 137mm and 5 3 lbs 2 4 Kg CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 1 Wireless mic receiver antenna Pull out and extend fully for optimum range Power ON OFF switch MIC and AUX signal input jacks 1 4 TS mono Speaker Power ON LED indicator RF ON LED indicator Indicates reception of transmitter signal Volume controls Tone controls Line Record out jack Provides signal for recording or additional amplification Echo level control Controls the amount of echo reverb in the channel signal 5 6 7 DR cJ 0 UL L T ON RFS aM 99 POWER TS MIC AUX TREBLE BASS 5 ECHO MIC AUX LINE REC OUT E A
12. audio volume are required In high RF activity environment the MUTE 16 also needs adjusting to eliminate interference After the amplifier has been turned on by the main Power switch 2 turn the wireless receiver s MIC TS Volume control 7 slightly clockwise e Switch on the wireless microphone and the RF receiving indicator 6 will light up indicating normal reception Adjust the MIC TS Volume control 7 clockwise CW for the desired audio level The MUTE control 16 affects the usable distance Turn CCW for maximum range or CW for minimum range which also reduces the chance of RF interference and resulting audio noise at the limit of the operating range or when transmitter is off A range walk test will determine the required setting Note If using more than one wireless microphone handheld and or bodypack on the same frequency switch only one on at a time Microphones on the same frequency will interfere with each other However one wireless microphone can be used with two or more WA 120 wireless amplifiers with the same frequency simultaneously to increase the overall sound level WHT Handheld Microphone Transmitter Battery LED Battery Tube WHT HANDHELD MICROPHONE TRANSMITTER The Nady WHT is a sleek tapered microphone with these special features Features the Nady DM 10D unidirectional neodymium dynamic cartridge for optimum true sound maximum feedback rejection and minimal handling noise
13. g down the treble control 8 If feedback still is present try turning down the volume 7 or repositioning the WA 120 with respect to the wired or wireless mic being used 2 Extend the antenna 1 fully whenever using the wireless micro phone to ensure optimum performance and maximum range MIN MAX BUTTON TURNING DIRECTION Wiring Illustration Then MIC input 3 can be used to connect a hard wire MIC The REC OUT 9 can be connected to a recording device or to the input jack of a power amplifier to further amplify and enlarge the audio power For stereo to mono conversion of the signals wire the connecting cord as per the the following illustration To cassette recorder To Rec out 9 or Aux 3 c j t1 LZ nLapn ro 3 5 mm e 6 3 mm POWER ARF LIFIEH FORTEBLE AECORDEA F RTAELE CASSETTE RECORDER PORTABLE CD PLAYERS fra PLANER Stand Mounting the WA 120 The WA 120 can be mounted on the optional MST 4B aluminum tripod stand for convenient place ment in a higher position Contact your dealer or the Nady service department See Page 12 WA 120 WIRELESS MICROPHONE RECEIVER OPERATION The WA 120 contains a built in high quality quartz locked fixed frequency VHF wireless receiver precisely matched to the Nady WHT or WLT transmitter supplied therefore generally no adjustments besides
14. partment at 510 652 2411 for a return authorization RA number Make sure the RA number is clearly marked on the outside of your package Please note if an RA number is not included our shipping department cannot accept your package 2 Send the unit back to Nady Systems 6701 Shellmound Street Emeryville CA 94608 freight pre paid You must include proof of date and place of purchase i e photocopy of your bill of sale and a brief description of the unit s problem s or Nady cannot be responsible for repair or replacement Nady Systems Inc will not repair nor be held responsible for any units returned without proper identification return address and RA number clearly marked on the package 3 Per the above Nady will perform all warranty service and return the unit to you at no charge Nady Systems will inform the buyer if product sent in does not meet the terms of this warranty and will provide a quote for fixing the unit and or shipping it back exclusively at the buyer s expense Nady wireless systems are type accepted under FCC rules parts 90 74 and 15 This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry amp Science Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may Cause undesired operation Consumer Alert Most users do not need a license to operate this wireless microphone
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