Audio-Technica pro series 5 wireless systems User's Manual
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1. Pro Series 5 UHF Wireless Systems Installation and Operation PRO 501 UniPak Transmitter System PRO 501 G Guitar System PRO 501 H Headworn Microphone System PRO 501 H92 Miniature Headworn Microphone System PRO 501 H92 TH Miniature beige Headworn Microphone System PRO 501 L Lavalier Microphone System PRO 502 Handheld Microphone System audio technica 2 Pro Series 5 Installation and Operation This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference This device complies with INDUSTRY CANADA R S S 210 en conformit avec IC RSS 210 CNR210 Operation issubject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference which may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Audio Technica could void your authority to operate this equipment CAUTION Electrical shock can result from removal of the receiver cover Refer servicing to qualified service personnel No user serviceable parts inside Do not expose to rain or moisture The circuits inside the receiver and transmitter have been precisely adjusted for optimum performance and compliance with federal regulations Do not attempt to open the receiver or transmitter To do so will void the warrant2. When it finds an open channel it will flash the open channel three times and then set the channel If an open channel is not found the automatic scan will return to the original channel and flash 5 times Transmitter On Before turning on the transmitter use the provided screwdriver to set the transmitter channel selector switches Fig C on page 4 and Fig D on page 5 to the same number that is displayed on the receiver Select channels 1 8 channels 9 and 0 are for service use The transmitter may be either on or off when changing channels frequencies When changing channels with the transmitter on and unmuted the LED will turn red as the adjustment is being made it will turn green when the channel is set When changing channels with the transmitter on and muted the LED will remain red during and after channel adjustment as long as the transmitter is muted when the transmitter is unmuted the LED will turn green The transmitters have a soft touch Power Mute button When the transmitter is on the transmitter produces both RF and audio When the transmitter is switched on and in normal operation the receiver s diversity indicators will display which antenna is active Setting Levels Correct adjustment of transmitter audio input receiver audio output and mixer amplifier input and output levels is important for optimum system performance CAUTION The small trimmer controls are delicate use only the supplied s
3. trim control fully counter clockwise low For INSTRUMENT Set INST instrument trim control fully clockwise maximum and MIC microphone trim control fully counterclockwise low 2 Set the receiver s AF Level control to its full clockwise position maximum Fig B on page 3 3 Plug the mic or instrument into the transmitter and power up the system 4 For MIC Make an initial adjustment of the mixer s level controls that will allow audio through the system For INSTRUMENT Make an initial adjustment of the instrument amplifier input level control that will allow audio through the system 5 For MIC While speaking singing into the microphone at typically oud levels check the AF peak indicator on the receiver If AF peak indicator is easily illuminated and distortion is heard through the system it may be necessary to adjust the transmitter audio input evel To adjust the transmitter audio input level gently turn the microphone trim control counterclockwise until the AF peak indicator is illuminated only on audio peaks For INSTRUMENT While playing the instrument at typically loud evels check the AF peak indicator on the receiver If AF peak indicator is easily illuminated and distortion is heard through the system it may be necessary to adjust the transmitter audio input evel To adjust the transmitter audio input level gently turn the instrument trim control counterclockwise until the AF peak indicator is i
4. D AUDIO OUTPUT JACK 1 4 phone jack Can be connected to an unbalanced auxlevel input of a mixer guitar amp or tape recorder AF LEVEL VOLUME CONTROL Adjusts audio output level of both AF Output jacks maximum output is fully clockwise BALANCED AUDIO OUTPUT JACK XLRM type connector A standard 2 conductor shielded cable can be used to connect the receiver output to a balanced microphone level input on a mixer or integrated amplifier CORD HOOK Loop the cord around the cord hook to keep the DC plug from pulling out accidentally POWER INPUT JACK Connect the DC plug from the included in line AC adapter 4 Pro Series 5 Installation and Operation Transmitter Setup Controls and Functions Battery Selection and Installation Two alkaline AA batteries are recommended When inserting the battery observe correct polarity as marked inside the battery compartment Trim Control Volume Screwdriver Channel Selector Switch Battery Compartment Figure C Handheld Transmitter Handheld Transmitter Battery Installation 1 Unscrew the lower body cover slide it downward and remove it to expose the battery compartment 2 Observe correct polarity as marked inside the battery compartment and carefully insert two fresh 1 5V AA alkaline batteries Insert the first battery and slide it toward the spring contact Then insert the second battery into the space remaining Make certain the batte
5. NDOW LED Display indicates channel setting and scanning operation DIVERSITY INDICATORS Indicates which antenna A or B has better reception and is in operation SELECT BUTTON for manual channel selection Press the Select button repeatedly until desired channel is reached Press and hold the Set Scan button to manually set the receiver to indicated channel Channel number will stop flashing A brief touch of the Set Scan button will revert to previously set channel If the Set button is not pressed within 10 seconds to confirm the selection the system will revert to its original channel MIN MAX T UNBALANCED voL BALANCED 6 SET SCAN BUTTON The Set Scan button can be used in two ways 1 in conjunction with the Select button to permit manual selection of an operating channel in Manual Set Mode see Select button description above and 2 Automatic Scan Set Mode to initiate the automatic channel scan and selection as follows Automatic Scan Set Mode Press and hold the Set Scan button for about two seconds The current channel will flash three times quickly then the system will begin to scan for the next open channel When it finds an open channel it will flash the open channel three times and then set the channel If an open channel is not found the automatic scan will return to the original channel and flash 5 times Figure B Rear Panel Controls and Functions 1 UNBALANCE
6. arefully insert two fresh 1 5V AA alkaline batteries Fig D 3 Slide the door closed making certain it clicks securely in place UniPak Transmitter Battery Condition Indicator After the battery is installed press and hold the Power Mute button until the indicator LED turns green Fig E It will turn red first keep holding until it turns green If the indicator LED does not light up when the Power Mute button is pressed the batteries are installed incorrectly or they are dead The LED will flash to indicate low battery condition UniPak Transmitter Mute Function With the transmitter on a slight touch of the Power Mute button will toggle between muted and unmuted operation Red LED indicates muted operation Green LED indicates unmuted operation UniPak Transmitter Input Connection Connect an audio input device microphone or guitar cable to the audio input connector on the top of the transmitter A number of Audio Technica professional microphones and cables are available separately pre terminated with a UniPak input connector see www audio technica com UniPak Transmitter Antenna The UniPak transmitter includes a permanently attached flexible antenna For best results allow the antenna to hang freely and full length from the transmitter If the received signal is marginal experiment with different transmitter positions on your body or instrument or try repositioning the receiver Do not attempt to remove
7. crewdriver Do not force the trimmers beyond their normal 190 range of rotation Return the screwariver to its storage clip when not in use PRO T502 Handheld Transmitter The Pro Series 5 handheld transmitter trim volume control Fig C on page 4 has factory pre set audio input levels Factory setting is full clockwise maximum gain Set the receiver s AF Level control to its full clockwise position maximum Fig B on page 3 While speaking singing into the microphone at typically loud levels check the AF peak indicator on the receiver If the AF peak indicator is easily illuminated and distortion is heard through the system it may be necessary to adjust the transmitter audio input level To adjust the transmitter audio input level unscrew the lower body cover and slide it downwards exposing the screwdriver and trim control Fig C on page 4 Remove the screwdriver and gently turn the trim control counterclockwise until the AF peak indicator is illuminated only on audio peaks Return the screwdriver to its clip and close and secure the lower body No further transmitter gain adjustments should be needed as long as the acoustic input does not change significantly PRO T501 UniPak Transmitter Trim controls in the UniPak transmitter Fig D on page 5 will enable you to use microphones or instruments with different output levels 1 For MIC Set MIC microphone trim control fully clockwise maximum and INST instrument
8. e used with components from other Audio Technica wireless systems or with those of other manufacturers Please note that in multiple system applications there must be a transmitterreceiver combination set to a separate channel frequency for each input desired only one transmitter for each receiver Because the wireless frequencies are within UHF TV frequency bands only certain channels operating frequencies may be useable in a particular geographic area The eight channels operating frequencies that are used in the Pro Series 5 have been selected for multi channel compatibility Subject to frequency availability in a particular geographic area any of these eight channels may be used together The operating frequencies that correspond to each of the eight channels are listed on page 7 Receiver Installation Location For best operation the receiver should be at least 3 1 m above the ground and at least 3 1 m away from a wall or metal surface to minimize reflections Keep the receiver antennas away from noise sources such as digital equipment motors automobiles and neon lights as well as away from large metal objects In multi channel systems position receivers at least 3 1 m apart and keep operating transmitters at least 6 2 m from the receivers to help assure maximum RF performance Output Connection There are two audio outputs on the back panel balanced 16 5 dBV and unbalanced 13 5 dBV Use shielded audi
9. her a body pack or handheld transmitter Individual components are also available separately The PRO R500 receiver features Diversity Reception Logic circuitry monitors reception selecting the superior signal from two antennas providing better sound quality and reducing the possibility of interference and dropouts Soft touch controls provide convenient access to selection of operating frequency and automatic scanning while an LED display indicates selected channel and scanning operation The versatile PRO T501 UniPak body pack transmitter has both low and high impedance inputs plus a bias connection for use with dynamic and electret condenser microphones as well as Hi Z instrument pickups The UniPak transmitter also offers separate trim controls for guitar and microphone plus switchable high low RF power The PRO T502 handheld dynamic microphone transmitter features a rugged dynamic unidirectional element designed for professional live sound venues Transmitters in the Pro Series 5 use two 1 5V AA batteries for economical operation and wide availability Both transmitters also feature a multi color Power Mute Battery indicator Pro Series 5 receivers feature a sophisticated Tone Lock tone squelch system that opens the receiver s audio output only when a Pro Series 5 transmitter is detected reducing the possibility of interference As a result Pro Series 5 transmitters and receivers must be used together and should not b
10. lluminated only on audio peaks 7 Pro Series 5 Installation and Operation 6 For MIC While again speaking singing into the microphone at ypically loud levels adjust the mixer s input trim control so the highest sound pressure level going into the microphone causes no input overload in the mixer and yet permits the mixer s channel and output level controls to operate in their normal range not set too high or too low For INSTRUMENT While again playing the instrument at typically oud levels adjust the receiver s AF Level control so the highest signal level causes no input overload in the instrument amplifier and yet permits the amplifier s input level controls to operate in thei normal range not set too high or too low 5 Note If the mixer cannot be adjusted to operate in its normal range without distortion adjust the receiver s AF Level control turn counterclockwise until the mixer amplifier is no longer overloaded Note RF power may be set to high or low via the RF Power Select switch on the side of the UniPak transmitter Fig D on page 5 While the high setting normally provides maximum operating range the low setting will help extend battery life The low setting may also be preferred in multi channel systems or when operating very close to the receiver to reduce the possibility of interference or overload RF Interference Please note that wireless frequencies are shared with
11. mm D Net Weight without batteries 2 8 oz 80 g HANDHELD TRANSMITTER RF Power Output 10 mW Spurious Emissions Under Federal Regulations Dynamic Range Microphone Element gt 100 dB A weighted Dynamic Unidirectional Audio Output Unbalanced Balanced 211 mV 13 5 dBV 1 kHz modulation 10 kHz deviation 150 mV 16 5 dBV 1 kHz modulation 10 kHz deviation Output Connectors Unbalanced Balanced 14 TS mono phone jack XLRM type Power Supply 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz to 12V DC 1A center positive switched mode external power supply Dimensions 7 48 190 0 mm W x 1 65 42 0 mm H x 5 12 130 0 mm D Net Weight 12 9 oz 365 g Accessory Included Power supply audio technica Audio Technica U S Inc 1221 Commerce Drive Stow Ohio 44224 USA 1 330 686 2600 Audio Technica Limited Old Lane Leeds LS11 8AG England 44 0 113 277 1441 Audio Technica Greater China Limited Unit K 9 F Kaiser Est Ph 2 51 Man Yue St Kowloon HK 852 2356 9268 Audio Technica S E A Pte Ltd No 1 Ubi View 01 14 Focus One Singapore 408555 65 6749 5686 Audio Technica Corporation 2206 Naruse Machida Tokyo Japan 2012 Audio Technica U S Inc audio technica com Batteries not included Two 1 5V AA Alkaline Current Consumption 120 mA typical Battery Life Approximately 12 hours depending on battery ty
12. o cable for the connection between the receiver and the mixer If the input of the mixer is a 1 4 jack connect a cable from the 1 4 unbalanced audio output on the back of the receiver housing to the mixer If the input of the mixer is an XLR type input connect a cable from the balanced XLR type audio output on the back panel to the mixer Power Connection Connect the DC plug on the included AC power adapter to the DC power input on the back of the receiver Secure the cord over the cord hook on the back of the receiver to keep the plug from being detached by an accidental tug on the cord Then plug the adapter into a standard 120 Volt 60 Hz AC power outlet Antennas Extend the permanently attached UHF antennas The antennas are normally positioned in the shape of a V both 45 from vertical for best reception Diversity Indicators on the receiver front panel will indicate which antenna is active Pro Series 5 Installation and Operation Receiver Controls and Functions audio technica UHF SYNTHESIZED DIVERSITY RECEIVER AF PEAK o SET SCAN DIVERSITY Co ol A B Figure A Front Panel Controls and Functions 1 2 ANTENNAS Position the antennas as shown in Figure A Fully extend both antennas by pulling on the endcaps AF PEAK INDICATOR Indicates when maximum transmitter modulation without distortion has been reached Not affected by position of Volume control Fig B LED WI
13. om of each receiver Receiver PRO R500 S N UniPak Body Pack Transmitter PRO T501 S N Handheld Dynamic Microphone Transmitter PRO T502 S N Pro Series 5 Installation and Operation Specifications OVERALL SYSTEM UHF Operating Frequency 542 125 MHz to 561 250 MHz UNIPAK TRANSMITTER RF Power Output High 10 mW Low 5 mW umber of Channels 8 Spurious Emissions Under Federal Regulations Frequency Stability 0 005 Phase Lock Loop Frequency control odulation Mode FM aximum Deviation 25 kHz Operating Range 200 typical Operating Temperature Range 40 F 4 C to 110 F 43 C Frequency Response 100 Hz to 12 kHz RECEIVER Receiving System Image Rejection Antenna Switching Diversity 55 dB minimum Signal to noise Ratio gt 80 dB at 10 kHz deviation IEC weighted maximum deviation 25 kHz Total Harmonic Distortion lt 1 10 kHz deviation 1 kHz Sensitivity 25 dBuV S N 60 dB at 10 kHz deviation IEC weighted Dynamic Range gt 100 dB A weighted Input Connections High impedance Low impedance Bias Batteries not included Current Consumption Two 1 5V AA Alkaline High 140 mA Low 130 mA typical Battery Life Approximately 8 hours High 10 hours Low depending on battery type and use pattern Dimensions 2 56 65 0 mm W x 4 13 105 0 mm H x 0 73 18 5
14. other radio ser vices According to Federal Communications Commission regulations Wireless microphone operations are unprotected from interference from other licensed operations within the band If any interference is received by any Government or non Government operation the wireless microphone must cease operation If you need assistance with operation or frequency selection please con tact your dealer or the Audio Solutions Department at Audio Technica U S Extensive wireless information also is available on the A T Web site at www audio technica com Ten Tips to Obtain the Best Results 1 Use only fresh alkaline batteries Do not use general purpose carbon zinc batteries 2 Position the receiver so that it has the fewest possible obstructions between it and the normal location of the transmitter Line of sight is best 3 The transmitter and the receiver must be set to the same frequency Set or change transmitter frequency only when its power is urned off 4 The transmitter and the receiver should be as close together as conveniently possible but no less than six feet 2 m 5 Yellow LED indicates the channel is set to service position 0 or 9 please select a valid operating channel 1 8 6 The receiver antennas should be kept away from any metal 7 A receiver cannot receive signals from two transmitters at the same time 8 If the AF Level control of the receiver is set too high it may over d
15. pe and use pattern Dimensions 9 65 245 0 mm long 2 11 53 5 mm diameter Weight without batteries 9 1 oz 257 g Accessory Included AT8456a Quiet Flex stand clamp t In the interest of standards development A T U S offers full details on its test methods to other industry professionals on request Specifications are subject to change without notice P52430
16. replace or change the length of the transmitting antenna Select Switch Door RF Power Instrument Trim Control Volume Microphone Trim Control Volume Transmitter Door Catch Figure E UniPak Transmitter Indicator LED Power Mute Battery Antenna Fo oN o QO Y O 7 INPUT POWER MUTE Input Connector Power Mute Button 6 Pro Series 5 Installation and Operation System Operation Plug in the receiver Receiver on The LED display will light up If either A or B diversity indicators lights up at this point without transmitter on there may be interference in the area If this occurs change the operating channel How to Make Operating Channel Changes Operating channel changes frequency changes may be made in two ways manually and automatically eTo change channel manually Press the Select button repeatedly until desired channel is reached Press and hold the Set Scan button to manually set the receiver to indicated channel Channel number will stop flashing A brief touch of the Set Scan button will revert to previously set channel If the Set Scan button is not pressed within 10 seconds to confirm the selection the system will revert to its original channel eTo change channel automatically Press and hold the Set Scan button for about two seconds The current channel will flash three times quickly then the system will begin to scan for the next open channel
17. ries are fully seated in the battery compartment Fig C 3 Slide the lower body cover back on and screw the housing together Do not overtighten Note Remove batteries from the handheld transmitter starting at the bottom end where finger indents in the battery housing are provided for easy grip Handheld Transmitter Battery Condition Indicator After the battery is installed press and hold the Power Mute button until the indicator LED turns green Fig C It will turn red first keep holding until it turns green If the indicator LED does not light up when the Power Mute button is pressed the batteries are installed incorrectly or they are dead The LED will flash to indicate low battery condition Handheld Transmitter Mute Function With the transmitter on a slight touch of the Power Mute button will toggle between muted and unmuted operation Red LED indicates muted operation Green LED indicates unmuted operation Indicator LED Power Mute Battery Power Mute Button 5 ee Pro Series 5 Installation and Operation audio technica Screwdriver f Transmitter PRO T501 UHF TRANSMITTER Transmitter Door Channel Selector Open Positon Switch Figure D UniPak Transmitter UniPak Transmitter Battery Installation 1 Open the transmitter door by first pulling the catch down and then sliding the door upward Fig D 2 Observe correct polarity as marked and c
18. rive the input of the mixer or clip the output of the receiver causing distortion Conversely if the receiver output is set too low the over all signal to noise ratio of the system may be reduced Adjust the output level of the receiver so the highest sound pressure level going into the microphone or the loudest instrument playing level causes no input overload in the mixer and yet permits the mixer level controls to operate in their normal range not set too high or too low This provides the optimum signal to noise for the entire system 9 In the UniPak transmitter the Mic or Inst input control not in use should be set to minimum 10 Turn the transmitter off when not in use Remove the battery if the transmitter is not to be used for a period of time Unplug the receiver from the AC outlet when the system is not in use System Operating Frequencies Each transmitter receiver system operates on a choice of eight switch selected frequencies Available frequencies are shown in the chart All frequencies may be combined for up to 8 simultaneous operating channels Pro Series 5 Frequency Channel Plan Channel Frequency MHz TV Channel 1 542 125 26 2 545 750 3 551 500 27 4 552 000 5 557 875 28 6 559 375 7 560 500 29 8 561 250 For future reference please record your system information here the serial numbers appear inside the battery compartment of each transmitter and on the bott
19. y and may cause improper operation Notice to individuals with implanted cardiac pacemakers or AICD devices Any source of RF radio frequency energy may interfere with normal unctioning of the implanted device All wireless microphones have ow power transmitters less than 0 05 watts output which are unlikely o cause difficulty especially if they are at least a few inches away However since a body pack mic transmitter typically is placed against he body we suggest attaching it at the belt rather than in a shirt pocket where it may be immediately adjacent to the medical device Note also that any medical device disruption will cease when the RF ransmitting source is turned off Please contact your physician or medical device provider if you have any questions or experience any problems with the use of this or any other RF equipment Thank you for choosing an Audio Technica professional wireless system You have joined thousands of other satisfied customers who have chosen our products because of their quality performance and reliability This Audio Technica wireless microphone system is the successful result of years of design and manufacturing experience Each Pro Series 5 wireless system provides a choice of eight PLL synthesized UHF frequencies in the 542 561 MHz band TV channels 26 29 All Pro Series 5 wireless systems offer both manual and automatic frequency scanning Each wireless system includes a receiver and eit
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