Audio 2040 User Guide
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1. 2040 User Guide CHAPTER The 2040 range has been designed as a result of extensive feedback from professional sound specialists and sets a new benchmark for radio microphone systems with several unique features and offering benefits to appeal to sound mixers directors and artists TX2040 The TX2040 is a pocket transmitter that provides 32 pre programmed frequencies with a switching bandwidth of up to 24MHz The transmitter can be switched on and off even when it is worn beneath clothing using the unique Control X handset It is also compatible with the Switch A infra red controller and Aud A application Palm PDA Control X The Control X uses electromagnetic induction to allow the TX2040 transmitter to be controlled remotely even through clothing At a distance of up to 20cm 8 the Control X can switch on and off the transmitter or check and display the selected frequency and it also provides battery check features SwitchiR The Switch R is an infra red remote control unit the size of a key fob which can be used to access all the user settable functions of the TX2040 and HX2040 Functions include transmitter frequency audio level battery status serial number and user identification HX2040 The HX2040 is a handheld transmitter designed in a classical conical shape designed to accept any of 14 condenser capsules from the Schoeps Colette range The transmitter has 32 pre programmed frequ2. Indicators Other Length Diameter Weight Operating temperature Compliant to C 0891 A02S bright omni AC4 cardioid AC4A cardioid for vocal use and others from Schoeps Colette range Red LED for on LED off indicates overload Specially designed suspension minimises handling noise 260mm including windshield 44 36mm reducing to 22mm at base 185g 20 C to 55 C range R amp TTE Directive FCC Declaration of conformity EC Declaration of Conformity D claration de conformit pour la CEE EG Konformitats Erklarung Certificato di conformita comunitario Declaraci n de Conformidad EG Conformiteitsverklaring AUDIO LIMITED Audio House Progress Road High Wycombe HP12 4JD U K declare that these devices d clarons que ces appareils erkl ren dass die Produkte declaramos que estos aparatos dichiaria che questi apparecchi verklaren dat deze toestelen TX2040 Pocket Transmitter HX2040 Handheld Transmitter conform to the essential requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC To demonstrate compliance with these requirements the following standards were consulted sont conformes aux prescriptions fondamentales dan la Directive R amp TTE 1999 5 EC Pour mettre en pratique dans la r gle de l art les prescriptions il a t tenu compte des normes suivantes den einschl gigen Anforderungen der R amp TTE Direktive 1999 5 EC entsprechen Zur sachgem en Umsetzung der in den E
3. 470MHz 1000MHz Er ott Frequency stability Better than ETS 300 422 To switch the transmitter on again Number of frequencies 32 pre programmed e Press MENU Switching bandwidth Up to 24MHz The display shows FREQUENCY uput poner 50mW nominal Fr we Gain control range 28dB in 8 steps plus 2 steps for 600Q line input e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on Maximum input level 8dB gain position 0 600Q the transmitter and press OK Frequency response 50Hz to 18kHz 1dB The display shows the current Pac 7950 THD lt 0 1 at working levels frequency for example ai a lt 0 3 at gain position 7 with 6dB input in overload Alternatively you can use the tip of the antenna to press the brown On Reset button to turn the TX2040 on again Battery Battery life Size Weight Operating temperature range Compliant to C 0891 9V IEC 6LR61 Alkaline Typically 10 hours 89 x 60 x 21mm 135g 20 C to 55 C R amp TTE Directive FCC CHAPTER The Control X uses electromagnetic induction to switch on or off the TX2040 transmitter or check its frequency even when the transmitter is hidden beneath clothing It has a built in frequency counter and battery tester Controls display and connections Lemo connector Red OFF Indicator zh D Green ON indicator Battery contacts N ON butt OFF button nE 0 tree Battery compartment Lemo connector Allow
4. Antenna The transmitter antenna is integrated into the battery compartment and therefore no external antenna is required E Windshield Anti roll ring Microphone capsule Microphone mount Coloured identification ring Infra red port Transmitter body On button On Overload indicator Battery compartment with integral antenna E Coloured identification button HX2040 Hand Held Transmitter Setting up the HX2040 To set up the HX2040 Fit the battery Switch on by pressing and holding the grey On button below the infra red port for one second Check or select the operating frequency Check or set the gain Check or set the low frequency cut filter Check the battery status These steps are explained below Fitting the battery Open the battery compartment by gripping the cover and sliding it gently away from the body of the HX2040 Fit the battery with the positive terminal uppermost and close the battery cover until it clicks shut Do not twist or turn the battery cover Removing the battery The battery can easily be removed by pushing a small coin into the slot in the compartment beneath the battery HX2040 Hand Held Transmitter Switching on Press and hold the grey On button below the infra red port for one second until the ring above the battery compartment glows red When not in use the power should be switched off using the Switch as described below Al
5. the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK If the command was received successfully the new setting will be displayed For example HX2040 Hand Held Transmitter Otherwise the display will show Error e Repeat the previous steps if an error message is displayed moving the Switch A closer to the infra red port Checking the battery status e Press MENU e Press A three times until BALE the display shows e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on os The battery level can also be checked from the receiver see the transmitter and press OK The display will show the current battery status the appropriate instructions for the receiver Infra red disable You can protect the HX2040 from an accidental change of settings such as in a live performance by disabling the infra red port on the transmitter This will prevent all communication to the transmitter until the battery is disconnected and reconnected Disabling the infra red port e Press MENU e Press V twice The display d SABLE will show ad ag T e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK If the command was received m successfully the display will show IT OFF Tx Note Once the infra red port has been disabled any subsequent interrogation of the transmitter will give an Error display this is not a fault Fitting the microphone caps
6. G Richtlinien genannten Anforderungen wurden folgende Norman herangezogen complen los requimientos b sicos de la normativa de la normativa R amp TTE 1999 5 EC Con il fin de realizar de forma adecuada los requirimientos referidos en la normativa fueron consaltadas las siguientes normativas sono conformi alla normativa R amp TTE 1999 5 EC Per un appropriato risconto nell ambito della normativa CEE sono state consultate le seguenti normative evereenkomt met de basiseisen van de EG Richtlijn 1999 5 EC Om de eisen die in de EG Richtlijnen vermeld zijn in juiste vorm om te zetten zijn van volgende normen gebruik gemaakt Article 3 1a EN 60065 2002 Safety of Electrical Equipment Article 3 1b EN 301 489 9 2002 Electromagnetic Compatibility Article 3 2 EN 300 422 2 2000 Radio Performance Conformity assessed via Annex IV using a Technical Construction File examined by Notified Body 0891 TRL Compliance Services Ltd May 2004 Lee Stone Technical Director A
7. by A E HX2040 Hand Held Transmitter The display will indicate LAF e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port of the HX2040 and press OK AF LEVEL The display will show the current m LI transmitter gain setting i To change the gain setting e Press OK again The display will flash the level setting e Press A or V to step between gain settings 0 9 until the required gain setting is displayed For example AF LEVEL Tx e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK If the command was received correctly the display will show the new gain setting AF LEVEL For example Otherwise the display shows Error e Repeatthe previous steps if an error message is displayed moving the Switch R closer to the infra red port Setting the low frequency cut filter The LF cut filter gives an approximately 10dB cut at 50Hz to reduce handling and wind noise To check the status of the low frequency cut filter LF Cut e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on e Press MENU e Press A twice until the display shows the transmitter and press OK The current LF cut filter setting is displayed for example To change the filter setting e Press OK again The current setting will flash e Press A or V to toggle between ON or OFF until the required setting is displayed e Align the front of the Switch A with
8. ch R The HX2040 can be used with a range of microphone capsules from the Schoeps Colette series and features a robust ergonomic design with a microphone suspension designed to minimise handling noise Controls displays and connections Windshield Can be unscrewed to access the microphone capsule Microphone capsule Any capsule from the Schoeps Colette range can be used with the HX2040 transmitter There are 18 different capsules available ranging from a hyper cardioid to an omni pattern Many of the capsules are available from Audio Limited Identification ring and button The HX2040 is supplied with six colour identifying rings and buttons to aid recognition in multi channel use Anti roll ring An anti roll ring is fitted to the windshield to prevent the HX2040 from rolling when placed on a flat surface such as a table Infra red port Receives commands from and transmits status information back to the Switch A infra red controller On button Switches the microphone on To prevent the microphone from accidentally being switched off during use the HX2040 can only be switched off by using the Switch R or by briefly disconnecting the battery On Overload indicator The ring above the battery compartment glows red while the HX2040 is switched on but will flash off to indicate an overload if the microphone experiences a loud signal Battery compartment Holds one AA 1 5V LR6 type alkaline battery
9. e battery level can also be checked from the receiver see the appropriate instructions for the receiver Infra red disable You can protect the TX2040 from an accidental change of settings such as in a live performance by disabling the infra red port on the transmitter This will prevent all communication with the transmitter until the brown reset button is pressed or the battery is disconnected and reconnected via the microphone plug Disabling the infra red port e Press MENU e Press V twice The display d SABLE ir d will show TxRx T e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK If the command was received e successfully the display will show 1 rT UFF Note Once the infra red port has been disabled any subsequent interrogation of the transmitter will give an error display this is not a fault Sleep mode The TX2040 can be put into sleep mode using the SwitchiR In the sleep mode the TX2040 uses very little current and the Switch A can still be used to read all settings When not in use the power should be switched off by removing the microphone plug or input cable Putting the TX2040 into sleep mode e Press MENU followed by V The display will indicate OFF TX2040 Pocket Transmitter e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on Technical specification the transmitter and press OK The display will show Frequency range
10. encies with up to 24MHz switching bandwidth and it includes a unique infra red remote control interface for reliable and accessible control over settings via the Switch R or Aud A application for Palm PDAs RK2040 The RK2040 is a compact 1U rack capable of accommodating up to four true diversity receivers The RK2040 can be mains powered via an AC DC adaptor or can be powered from any 10 18V DC source A built in RS485 PC interface allows remote monitoring and control via Audio Ltd s PC based monitoring application Racktop CHAPTER p The TX2040 is a small lightweight battery powered pocket transmitter for use with a wide range of lapel microphones All settings can be read and changed via the infra red port using the SwitchiR Controls display and connections Top panel On green Overload orange Infra red port Audio input socket Antenna On Reset button Infra red port Receives commands from and transmits status information back to the Switch A infra red controller On Overload indicator The LED glows green while the TX2040 is switched on but will flash orange to indicate an overload in the presence of a high level audio signal At this point the low distortion limiter operates Brown reset button Resets the TX2040 and turns it on again from sleep mode Please use the tip of the antenna to press the button Battery compartment Holds a 6LR61 type 9V alkaline battery Audio i
11. equency screen FREQUENCY Fr A V Scroll buttons Allow you to scroll through the menus or the selections on the frequency audio level and LF cut screens OK button Confirms the current selection Power saving feature The Switch A will switch off if no buttons are pressed within 30 seconds to conserve battery life The Switch A will also switch off automatically if the menu button is kept pressed for more than 50 seconds for example while the Switch R is in a pocket or bag SwitchiR Infra Red Controller Using SwitchiR Full instructions for using Switch R with each of the products in the 2040 Range are given in the appropriate chapter of this guide The following table summarises the Switch A functions and describes the additional functions included in SwitchiR Fr AF LF Cut Batt Int Batt 9V Batt Description Press OK to read the transmitter or receiver frequency setting Press OK again followed by A or V to select a new frequency and press OK to transmit it to the unit Press OK to read the receiver or transmitter audio level Press OK again followed by A or V to select a new audio level and press OK to transmit it to the unit Press OK to read the transmitter s LF cut setting Press OK again followed by A or V to switch the setting between on or off and press OK to transmit it to the unit Press OK to read the transmitter or receiver battery level For receivers the receive
12. how the new gain setting AF LEVEL q For example Otherwise the display shows Er ror e Repeat the previous steps if an error message is displayed moving the Switch R closer to the infra red port Setting the low frequency cut filter The LF cut filter gives an approximately 6dB cut at 50Hz to reduce handling and wind noise To check the status of the low frequency cut filter LF Cut e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on e Press MENU e Press A twice until the display shows the transmitter and press OK The current LF cut filter setting DEE is displayed for example To change the filter setting e Press OK again The current setting will flash e Press A or V to toggle between ON or OFF until the required setting is displayed e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK TX2040 Pocket Transmitter If the command was received successfully the new setting will be displayed For example Otherwise the display will show Error co J e Repeat the previous steps if an error message is displayed moving the Switch A closer to the infra red port Checking the battery status e Press MENU e Press A three times until BALE the display shows e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK The display will show the mM current battery status me qo KI Th
13. ing battery The display shows the true on load internal battery voltage Battery type 9V 6LR61 of the unit or example CE Pere EE Refer to the User Guide for the product for information about the minimum voltage requirement of the product Note Although the Control X display automatically turns off to conserve battery life the transmitter will remain on while connected to the Control X Measuring a battery e Hold the 9V 6LR61 type battery against the two metal terminals on the side of the Control X without pressing any buttons The green indicator will be illuminated and the battery voltage will be displayed For example ER If the battery is connected the wrong way round the indicator will be illuminated The display shows Ir EJE SE CHAPTER 4 The SwitchiR is a compact custom designed infra red controller for use with the 2040 Range It provides functions to allow you to read the status of a device or change its settings In addition it includes a convenient built in 9V battery tester Controls Infra red port a a 9V battery j Se tester Ir isplay Menu On button km OK button ee Scroll buttons Infra red port Point the infra red port at the front of the SwitchiA directly at the infra red port of the transmitter or receiver keeping the Switch R within 30cm of the port Menu On button Turns on the Switch A The display will initially show the fr
14. nput Allows a microphone or input cable to be connected SMA antenna connector SMA socket to which the antenna is connected LF cut using SwitchiR Gives approximately 6dB LF cut at 50Hz to assist in the reduction of wind noise Gain setting using the SwitchiR Provides eight gain options when used with standard microphones Position 9 gives maximum gain and each position decreases the gain by approximately 3 to 4dB giving a total of 30dB of adjustment Positions 1 and 0 provide line level input TX2040 Pocket Transmitter The following table gives the equivalent settings for the TX2020 TX2040 0 EE ET 7X2020 GW EE Note Positions 0 and 1 8 and 9 on the TX2020 provide line level input Setting up the TX2040 To set up the TX2040 e Fit the battery e Connect the antenna e Switch on by plugging in the microphone or input cable e Check or select the operating frequency e Check that the receiver s no signal indicator is not illuminated e Check or set the microphone gain e Check or set the low frequency cut filter e Check the battery status These steps are explained below Fitting the battery e Press and slide open the battery compartment door e Insert a 6LR61 type 9V alkaline battery with its contacts facing downwards observing the polarity as shown on the sleeve e Push the battery down against the spring loaded contacts and slide the battery compartment door closed pushing again
15. r battery level alternates with a transmitter battery status indicator H high L low or F fail Displays the battery voltage of the Switch R internal battery If this falls below 5 00V the internal battery should be replaced Allows you to test a 9V 6LR61 type battery by holding it against the two metal terminals on the side of the Switch R A reverse polarity warning is displayed if the battery is connected the wrong way round User ID iR disable Off Description Press OK to read the serial number of a receiver or transmitter and display it on the display The serial number consists of a six digit prefix followed by a two digit suffix and these are flashed alternately on the display Displays the unit s user ID You can edit the user ID using the Aud R application Press OK to disable the infra red port ona transmitter or receiver until power is disconnected and reapplied Press OK to turn a transmitter off Not available for receivers Technical specification Size Weight Battery type CE 65 x 30 x 11mm 17mm at battery end 20g including battery 6V PX28L Lithium or equivalent CHAPTER The HX2040 is a multi frequency UHF hand held transmitter for use with all the receivers from the RMS 2040 RMS 2020 and Envoy ranges It is also compatible with the older RMS 2000 range It provides 32 switchable frequencies and is configured entirely by infra red control using the supplied Swit
16. r within 5cm 2 of the Control X The red indicator stays illuminated e Hold down the ON button no Sit and the display then shows The display shows the transmitter FREQUENCY 5565 15 This confirms that the TX2040 has been switched off frequency for example Me Checking whether the TX2040 is switched on Checking battery voltages You can use the Control X to check the status of the TX2040 EEN without switching it on or off as follows Checking the Control X battery e Press the ON and OFF buttons simultaneously and e Hold the Control X more than 20cm 8 away from the release them TX2040 and press and release the ON button e Move the Control X within 20cm 8 of the TX2040 The display briefly shows the battery Ba voltage of the Control X for example bu If the TX2040 is operating the green indicator will be illuminated and the display shows the frequency If this falls below 6V the battery should be replaced For example Paces 1G Note that the Control X automatically switches itself off if no g l key has been pressed for approximately 12 seconds If the TX2040 is not operating the red indicator will be illuminated Control X Transmitter Controller Checking the battery of other Audio Ltd RMS2020 or Technical specification RMS2000 transmitters EENEG er Goh ates e Plug the transmitter into the Lemo connector on the front Sire 100 x 63 x 24mm of the Control X without pressing either button Weight 150g includ
17. s you to plug in a TX2040 TX2020 or DX2020 and measure its on load internal battery voltage Battery contacts Allow you to measure the voltage of a 9V 6LR61 type battery Red off indicator Indicates no signal from the transmitter Green on indicator Indicates a signal received from the transmitter Display Shows the status of the Control X and displays frequency and voltage ON OFF buttons For turning the pocket transmitter on or off Battery compartment Takes a 9V 6LR61 type battery Controlling a TX2040 Switching on To switch the TX2040 on even through clothing e Hold the Control X within 20cm 8 of the TX2040 e Press and hold the ON button and slowly wave the D Do The green indicator stays illuminated if a signal is being Control X in front of the transmitter The green indicator illuminates and the display shows e Release the ON button received from the transmitter and the display shows the frequency Control X Transmitter Controller For example FREQUENCY The display shows 4565 15 no Sib Switching off e Hold the Control X within 20cm 8 of the TX2040 e Press the OFF button Displaying the frequency of any transmitter The Control X can be used to display the frequency of any Er OFF Audio Ltd or third party transmitter The red indicator illuminates and the display shows Displaying transmitter frequency e Release the OFF button e Bring the transmitte
18. st the spring loaded contacts Do not use excessive force An electronic resettable fuse protects the transmitter from reverse powering A low transmitter battery indicator is provided on the RK2040 receiver and on the TX2040 transmitter Connecting the antenna e Connect the flexible antenna to the SMA connector Switching on e Insert the microphone plug The LED illuminates green and the transmitter turns on To turn the transmitter off remove the lemo plug Alternatively TX2040 Pocket Transmitter the TX2040 can be turned off or on even through clothing using the Control X The LED flashes green when the battery voltage falls below 6 5V The unit should not be used when the battery is low as poor operation may result Connecting the audio input e Connect the microphone or input cable to the six pin Lemo socket Both positive and negative microphone bias voltages are provided enabling the majority of Lavalier microphones to be used with the TX2040 Selecting the operating frequency You can check or change the operating frequency of the TX2040 via the infra red control using the SwitchiA To check the frequency e Press MENU The display shows FREQUENCY Fr e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on the TX2040 and press OK FREQUENCY BSY900 MHz The display shows the current frequency for example To change the frequency e Press OK The display
19. ternatively the HX2040 can be switched off by opening the battery compartment and briefly disconnecting the battery Selecting the operating frequency You can check or change the operating frequency of the HX2040 via infra red control using the SwitchiR To check the frequency e Press MENU FREQUENCY The display shows Fr e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on the HX2040 and press OK FREQUENCY BSY The display shows the current nn LiL frequency for example To change the frequency e Press OK The display will alternately flash between showing the frequency and channel number For example CHANNEL TI Lt e Press A or V to scroll through the 32 frequencies read from the transmitter until the desired frequency or channel is displayed For example CHANNEL ER e Point the Switch A at the infra red port on the HX2040 and press OK If the command was received successfully the display will show the new set frequency For example FREQUENCY 85 1950 MHz e Repeat the above steps if an error message is displayed Otherwise it will show moving the Switch A closer to the infra red port Setting the gain The steps between 0 9 gain settings are approximately 3 to 4dB Set the gain position so that the Overload indicator does not flash off during normal operation A typical setting is 6 or 7 To check the gain setting e Press MENU followed
20. ule The HX2040 transmitter uses high quality interchangeable condensor capsules from the Schoeps Colette range The HX2040 is compatible with the full range of capsules and accessories in this range The capsule mounting has a unique gel based suspension to minimise handling noise To fit a capsule Unscrew the metal windscreen from the top of the transmitter e Screw the capsule into place taking care not to cross thread the capsule or over tighten it e Replace the windscreen HX2040 Hand Held Transmitter Holding the HX2040 The HX2040 should be held above the illuminated On Overload indicator ring This will enable maximum power to be radiated from the integral antenna in the battery compartment Holding the HX2040 over the battery compartment will impair the range of the transmitter and should be avoided The frequency gain and LF status setting will be retained even if the battery is removed from the transmitter An external foam windshield is available from Audio Limited Technical specification Frequency range Number of frequencies Switching range Output power Gain control range Frequency response THD Battery Battery life 470MHz 1000MHz 32 pre programmed Up to 24MHz 10mW nominal 30dB in 10 steps 50Hz to 18kHz 1dB excluding capsule lt 0 2 typical 1 5V AA cell IEC LR6 Alkaline Typically 5 hours with an alkaline battery Available capsules
21. will alternately flash between showing the frequency and channel number For example CHANNEL m L e Press A or V to scroll through the 32 frequencies read from the transmitter until the desired frequency or channel is displayed For example CHANNEL Jg e Point the SwitchiA at the infra red port on the TX2040 and press OK If the command was received successfully the display will show the new set frequency FREQUENCY 551950 Tx MHz e Repeat the above steps if an error message is displayed For example Otherwise it will show moving the Switch A closer to the infra red port Setting the gain The steps between gain settings 2 9 are approximately 3 to 4dB Set the gain position so that the Overload indicator does not flash on during normal operation TX2040 Pocket Transmitter To check the gain setting e Press MENU followed by A The display will indicate AF e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port of the TX2040 and press OK AF LEVEL The display will show the current m LI transmitter gain setting ti To change the gain setting e Press OK again The display will flash the level setting e Press A or V to step between gain settings 2 9 until the required gain setting is displayed AF LEVEL H For example e Align the front of the Switch A with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK If the command was received correctly the display will s
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