-2W CAMERA-MOUNTABLE VHF WIRELESS SYSTEM PRODUCT MANUAL
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING POLSEN. This two channel wireless microphone system is designed for hands-free mobility in a wide variety of applications including video production, electronic news gathering (ENG), electronic field production (EFP), and classroom and presentation applications. The portable receiver can be mounted on a standard shoe mount or attached with a belt clip. It is a reliable, easy-to-use solution for wireless sound transmission.
P R E C AU T I O N S • Please read and follow these instructions and keep this manual in a safe place. • Keep this product out of the reach of children. • Be mindful of your surrounding environment when using this product. Do not use this product while driving an automobile, operating machinery, or performing other tasks that require your undivided attention. • Keep this product away from pacemakers and similar implanted devices. This product’s internal magnets may cause harmful interference.
OVERVIEW 2. Receiver Transmitter 1. Monitor Earphone 11. Lavalier Microphone 2. Flexible Adjustable Antenna 12. Foam Windscreen 13. 3. Channel Selector Switch 13. Mic Input Jack 5. 4. Audio Out Jack (Mic Level) 14. Channel Selector Switch 4. 5. Headphone Out Jack 15. Power ON Indicator 6. Power ON/OFF Switch 16. Power ON/OFF Switch 7. Power ON Indicator 17. Tie Clip 8. Shoe Mount Bracket 18. Belt Clip 9. 9 V DC Power Input Jack 19. 3.5mm Mini Plug Audio Cable 10.
Q U I C K S TA R T G U I D E Transmitter Receiver 1. Insert Battery. 1. Insert Battery. 2. Switch the Channel Selector Switch to the desired channel (A or B). 2. Switch the Channel Selector Switch to the same channel as the one selected on the transmitter (A or B). 3. Plug microphone into Mic input jack. 3. Screw the antenna onto the receiver. 4. Attach belt clip and clip transmitter to your belt. 4. Slide the power ON/OFF switch to the ON position. 5. Attach microphone to clothing using tie clip.
I N S TA L L I N G B AT T E R I E S The Transmitter and Receiver are each powered by a 9 V alkaline battery. Battery life is approximately 8 hours of operating time. For installing batteries into the Transmitter and Receiver: 1. Remove the Battery Compartment Cover by pressing down and sliding the compartment in the direction of the arrow. 2. Place the cap snuggly over the battery terminals. 3.
MOUNTING THE RECEIVER ON A CAMERA The receiver can be mounted to a video camcorder with the Mounting Bracket. 1. Attach the Mounting Bracket to the receiver by sliding the pronged end into the mounting grooves. 2. Gently slide the foot of the Shoe mount Bracket into the shoe. Make sure the antenna faces in the direction you are shooting. Note: Applying too much pressure can cause the bracket to slide off the receiver.
R E C O R D I N G T O H D S L R , V I D E O C A M E R A , O R AU D I O D E V I C E Transmitter: 1. Switch the Channel Selector Switch to the desired channel (A or B). 2. The belt clip on the back of the unit clips the transmitter onto a belt. Alternatively, the transmitter can be put into a pocket. 3. Plug the Lavalier microphone into the Mic Input jack. 4. The microphone can be attached to a necktie, lapel or garment using the included tie clip. 5. Slide the Power switch to the ON position.
P R E S E N TAT I O N A P P L I C AT I O N S Transmitter: Follow the instructions for recording to a HDSLR, Video Camera or Audio Device. Receiver: 1. Switch the Channel Selector Switch to the same channel as the one selected on the transmitter (A or B). 2. Screw the antenna onto the receiver. 3. Turn the Power switch to the ON position (the LED indicator will light). 4.
M O N I T O R I N G , S TA G E D I R E C T I O N , A N D TA L E N T C U E I N G The Polsen CAM-2W Lavalier System can be used as a one-way voice communication system for monitoring conversations, lectures, stage directions, and cueing. To monitor the signal from the microphone and transmitter, plug the included earphone into the receiver’s headphone output. Transmitter: Follow the instructions for recording to a HDSLR, Video Camera or Audio Device. Receiver: 1.
U S I N G M U LT I P L E PA I R S If you plan to simultaneously use more than one CAM-2W transmitter/receiver pair in the same vicinity, make sure that you purchase sets that rely on slightly different frequencies. They're identified on the model sticker located on the back of the box as G1, G2, G3, or G4. (See Specifications for the two frequencies each version exploits.) Also, the frequencies available per the two channels on each transmitter and receiver are labeled on the back of each device.
Problem The selected channel is noisy Solution Switch the Channel Selector Switch to the other channel on both the transmitter and receiver. Adjust antenna to 45 degree angle for best reception. Try using fresh batteries. If transmission is lost within a room (indicated by noise on the earphone), try changing position. Overhead telephone lines, fluorescent lighting, or close proximity to metal fences can all cause interference. If this occurs try changing position.
Other Troubleshooting Issues Problem No Audio Solution Make sure the Power switch on the transmitter and receiver is set to ON and that the LED indicator is lit. If LED indicator is not lit, make sure batteries are properly installed (see Battery Installation instructions above). Make sure the proper connections have been made (see Recording to HDSLR, Video Camera, or Audio Device section). Make sure the Channel Selector Switch on the receiver and transmitter are set to the same channel.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Transmitter Receiver O P E R AT I N G F R E Q U E N C I E S O P E R AT I N G F R E Q U E N C I E S G 1 (169.445 and 170.245 MHz) G 2 (169.505 and 170.305 MHz) G 3 (171.045 and 171.845 MHz) G 4 (171.105 and 171.905 MHz) G 1 (169.445 and 170.245 MHz) G 2 (169.505 and 170.305 MHz) G 3 (171.045 and 171.845 MHz) G 4 (171.105 and 171.
O N E -Y E A R L I M I T E D WA R R A N T Y This Polsen product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
