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Table of Contents Safety Instructions . . . . . . FCC Information . . . . . . . . Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . Listening for a Lifetime . . . Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting Connected . . . . . . Descriptions and Functions Setting up the Microphones Basic Operations . . . . . . . Advanced Operations. . . . . Frequency Reference . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 3 .... 4 .... 5 ....
Safety Instructions 8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so its location does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation slots. CAUTION RISK OF SHOCK CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Only refer servicing to qualified service personnel. 9.
FCC Information �� ������������������������������������� �������This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Vocopro may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use this product. ������������� When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable(s) supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
Welcome And thank you for purchasing the UHF-5900 from VocoPro, your ultimate choice in vocal entertainment! With years of experience in the music entertainment business, VocoPro is a leading manufacturer of vocal equipment, and has been providing patrons of bars, churches, schools, clubs and individual consumers the opportunity to sound like a star with full-scale club models, in-home systems and mobile units.
Listening for a Lifetime Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit youʼve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now itʼs time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. VocoPro and the Electronic Industries Associationʼs Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
Features Features • • • • • • • • • • • Operates In The FCC Compliant 600MHz Band Includes Four UHF Wireless Microphones Frequency Scan Feature Finds Frequencies With The Least Interference More Than 150 Wireless Frequencies To Choose From LCD Display Windows Show Frequency And Other Information 19” Rack Mount Compatible, Uses Only 1 Rack Space Independent Channel Power Switches And Volume Controls Four XLR Independent Channel Audio Outputs One 1/4” Mixed Audio Output Microphones Use AA Batteries Includes
Getting Connected Connecting Power 1. Ensure the main power switch on the rear panel is set to OFF. 2. Connect the power adapter to the power input on the rear panel. 3. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet, or a surge protector. NOTE: A surge protector is recommended to protect your equipment from power surges. Connecting Audio Using the XLR outputs The XLR outputs allow you to connect each microphone channel separately to a mixer.
Getting Connected Connecting Antennas The Antennas receive the UHF wireless signals from the microphones. 1. Attach the antennas to the connectors on the front panel by twisting them clockwise until firmly attached. 2. To disconnect the antennas, twist counter-clockwise. Attaching the Rack Brackets The UHF-5900 comes with detachable rack brackets which allows the unit to be installed in a standard 19 inch rack. 1.
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Descriptions and Functions � � � � � � � Module Display Window 1. MUTE Indicator - Shows when this module is in MUTE mode. The module automatically switches to mute mode when its paired microphone is turned OFF. 2. Group and Channel - Displays the group and channel that this module is currently set to. 3. IR (infrared) Mode Indicator - Shows when this module is in IR (infrared) mode, which is used assign a microphone to this module’s frequency. 4.
Descriptions and Functions Microphones 1. IR (infrared) Sensor - This sensor receives the infrared signal that is used to set the frequency that the wireless mic will use. This sensor is only used to set the microphone frequency, it does not send or receive audio signal. 2. Power LED - This LED indicator will turn green when the microphone is turned on. It will turn red when the batteries need to be replaced. 3. ON/OFF Switch - This switch turns the microphone on or off.
Setting up the Microphones Overview The goal is for each of the UHF-5900’s wireless channels to be operating on a frequency free of interference. This can be accomplished two ways 1) automatic frequency selection, and 2) manual frequency selection. We recommend using the automatic method first, as this method will work well for most areas. However, if you live in a metropolitan area where RF activity is dense, manual frequency selection may work better for you.
Setting up the Microphones Setting the Frequencies Automatically The wireless ireless mics can be set to a frequency automatically using the frequency scan function. Automatic setup is easy, and is recommended for most areas. If you live in a metropolitain area, it might be necessary to use the manual setup process. AUTOMATIC SETUP Setting up the microphones using the frequency scan function. 1. Prepare the System: Ensure the main power switch on the rear panel is turned ON.
Setting up the Microphones Setting the Frequencies Manually If you are using the UHF-5900 in a area with heavy RF interference, you may have to set the frequencies manually. Before you start selecting frequencies manually, we recommend that you obtain information on your proximity to TV broadcast towers (see page 18). MANUAL SETUP Setting up the frequencies manually 3 ��� ��� 1. Ensure the main power switch on the rear panel is turned ON. Ensure the module is turned ON.
Using the Wireless Mics Microphone Position The UHF-5900 is ideal for close-up vocals and can be held in the hand or mounted on a mic stand. Keep in mind that microphone technique is largely a matter of personal taste, and there is no one “correct” microphone position. Feedback Feedback occurs when the amplified sound from any loudspeaker reenters the sound system through any open microphone and is repeatedly amplified.
Basic Operations Setting Up with Stage Monitors/P.A. System If you will be using the UHF-5900 with stage monitors and/or a P.A. system, try the following: • Place the stage monitor directly in front of the microphone. • Locate the P.A. loudspeakers so that they point away from the rear of the microphone. (With the speakers located in these positions, the possibility of feedback is greatly reduced). • Always check the stage setup before a performance to ensure optimum placement of microphone and monitors.
Advanced Operation Testing a Channel for Outside Interference Once a microphone and module have been successfully paired, turn the microphone OFF (leave the module ON). With the microphone off, if the RF indicator still has bars showing, there exists interference. Note that RF interference can ebb and flow. Sometimes it may appear as 4 steady bars on the RF indicator, other times, it may weakly occupy a single bar or two. Generally, we recommend looking for another channel if ANY bars register.
UHF-5900 Frequency List GROUP 1 USED BY THE 2 LEFT MODULES CH01 CH02 CH03 CH04 CH05 CH06 GR1-1 614.025 615.400 617.150 622.025 625.650 648.150 GR1-2 614.425 616.350 618.025 623.100 628.900 633.675 GR1-3 615.025 616.004 622.650 636.650 GR1-4 615.275 618.525 619.900 623.400 639.400 GR1-5 615.525 617.275 619.275 653.900 GR1-6 615.775 617.775 620.025 626.400 629.025 641.275 CH01 CH02 CH03 CH04 CH05 CH06 GR1-7 616.025 618.275 620.775 625.275 637.275 640.275 GR1-8 616.275 621.525 626.525 643.900 623.
TV Channel Frequencies (USA) 38 614-620 MHz 39 620-626 MHz 40 626-632 MHz 41 632-638 MHz 42 638-644 MHz 43 644-650 MHz 44 650-656 MHz 45 656-662 MHz 46 662-668 MHz 47 668-674 MHz 48 674-680 MHz 49 680-686 MHz 50 686-692 MHz 51 692-698 MHz 20
Troubleshooting There is no power • Make sure the power adapter cord is firmly connected to the back of the UHF-5900 and to the power outlet. • If using a power strip/surge-protector, make sure that it is plugged in and switched on. • Make sure the rear panel power switch and the front panel module power switches are turned on. There is no sound • • • • • • Make Make Make Make Make Make sure sure sure sure sure sure everything is connected firmly and properly. there are no defective cables.
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