User's Manual

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PERFORMANCE SERIES WIRELESS

AP41 & AP42 USER GUIDE

Summary of content (32 pages)

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PERFORMANCE SERIES WIRELESS AP41 & AP42 USER GUIDE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions & Certifications 4 Introduction 5 Quick Set Up Guide 6 R41 and R42 Receiver Front Panel 10 R41 and R42 Receiver Back Panel 11 R41 LCD Display 12 H60 Handheld Transmitter 13 B60 Bodypack Transmitter 15 Receiver Operating Instructions / Menu Functions 16 Using the H60 Handheld Transmitter 19 Using the B60 Bodypack Transmitter 21 Performance Tips 23 Rackmounts 24 Rackmount Installation 25 Troubleshooting 27 Specifi
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read this instruction manual to ensure proper use and care of your system.
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of the Performance Series Wireless system from Audix! Your system is jam packed with features that will enable you to fine-tune the system as needed. However, the best part of our design is that the system is simple to use. For most applications, simply refer to the Quick Set Up Guide to get up and running (pgs 6-9). Please take a few minutes and read through this manual in order to familiarize yourself with the system components and the menus.
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QUICK SET UP GUIDE Follow these instructions to get up and running in very little time. 1a 1b 1. Install 2 AA batteries in the handheld transmitter and bodypack. Refer to the diagrams on the equipment to ensure batteries are positioned correctly. a.) Handheld transmitter: Unscrew bottom portion of the transmitter to expose battery holder. Push the first battery up through the housing with negative side up. Place the second battery below the first with negative side up.
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3 3 3. Connect power supply. Loop cable through the metal strain relief as shown above prior to connecting power supply to receiver. Plug into power outlet. 4a 4b 4. Connect receiver to mixer or amplifier. Make sure audio levels on the mixer are muted or off. For guitar, use the 1/4" AF output (line level unbalanced, 4b). For all other applications use the XLR output (mic level, 4a). 5 5 5. Turn on transmitter.
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QUICK SET UP GUIDE 7 6 8 6. Turn on receiver. 7. On receiver, press and hold the UP or DOWN button to trigger Scan for a clear Group/Channel. After 8-20 seconds a Group/Channel˝ will appear on the receiver. 8. Sync handheld transmitter to receiver. Unscrew the battery cover and locate the window housing infrared device. From a close proximity (6 inches / 152.
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MULTIPLE SYSTEMS Setting up multiple systems utilizes the Scan – Sync functions described to the left. In general, compatible channels for synchronized use are organized by Group. (See the Group/Channel chart on page 30.) Be sure all receivers and transmitters are powered OFF. 1. Power up receiver #1 and matching transmitter: Run the standard Scan and Sync routine as described in the previous section (Quick Set Up Guide). Leave the system ON.
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FRONT PANEL R41 SINGLE RECEIVER 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 R42 DUAL RECEIVER 1 4 2 5 7 3 5 7 3 6 1 POWER switch. Press for instant ON. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn system OFF. 2 SYNC button. Automatically synchronizes the transmitter to the receiver. 3 Infrared sensor. Sends data from receiver to transmitter when SYNC function is engaged. 4 High contrast LCD display. See Menu Functions on page 16 for more details. 5 UP button. Only active in Menu mode. Scrolls forward through menus.
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BACK PANEL R41 SINGLE RECEIVER 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 R42 DUAL RECEIVER 5 3 4 4 3 1 7 2 6 1 BNC connector for Antenna B. 2 Ground lift switch to help eliminate ground loops or noise from other sources. 3 Mic level balanced XLR output for connecting receiver to an audio mixer. 5 Metal strain relief. Allows power cable to loop through for added security. 6 DC power jack for external power supply (12 V). 7 BNC connector for Antenna A.
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R41 LCD DISPLAY 1 2 3 6 4 8 1 RF (Radio Frequency). Displays RF signal strength. 6 Displays Level (receiver gain) or Squelch (see Menu Functions, pg 14). 2 AF (Audio Frequency). Displays audio signal strength. 7 Battery level. 4 bars = Up to 14 hours 3 bars = 9 hours 2 bars = 7 hours 1 bar = 3 hours 0 bars = 1 hour 3 Indicates whether receiver is unlocked or locked for security. 4 Indicates active group when display is in Channel mode. Indicates active frequency when display is in Frequency mode.
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H60 TRANSMITTER - HANDHELD The H60 is a 64 MHz wide spectrum transmitter. It covers both A and B frequency groups (pg 28). 1 8 2 9 3 4 5 6 10 7 1 Grill ball. Protects capsule. Replaceable part. 2 Capsule housing. Threads on to body of the transmitter housing. Interchangeable part. 5 Power ON/OFF and MUTE button. 6 Battery cover. Must be opened to replace batteries or change transmitter power selection. 7 Transmitter antenna housing. 3 Transmitter housing.
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H60 TRANSMITTER - BATTERY COMPARTMENT 1 2 1 Houses AA batteries (see Quick Set Up Guide for installation instructions, pg 6). 2 Dip switch to choose between 30 Milliwatt (HI) and 10 Milliwatt (LO) power RF power output. H60 TRANSMITTER - TOP 1 1 Dip switch with choice of 3 output gain settings for capsule (0 dB, -6 dB, -12 dB).
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B60 BODYPACK - FRONT PANEL The B60 is a 64 MHz wide spectrum transmitter. It covers both A and B frequency groups (pg 30). 2 3 4 5 6 7 Top Bottom 5 4 2 9 1 Infrared panel. Point towards the SYNC button on the receiver when locking the transmitter to the receiver. 2 3-pin connector for microphone cable or guitar cable. 3 LCD Display. Indicates Group/ Channel˝, Frequency˝ and Battery Status˝. 1 8 9 5 Antenna. Plug into bodypack and thread on and off. Replaceable part. 6 SET button.
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RECEIVER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS By understanding the menu structure it is easy to operate and make adjustments to the system. 1. GROUP (1-10) 2. CHANNEL (1-7) 3. LEVEL (-12 to +9) 4. SQUELCH (5 – 45) 5. DISPLAY (FREQUENCY, CHANNEL, SQUELCH, LEVEL) 6. LOCK (ON, OFF) 7. PILOT (ON, OFF) 8. SCAN (SCAN FOR OPEN FREQUENCY) 9. T-LOCK (ON, OFF) Activate Menu: To activate the menu, press the SET button until GROUP˝ appears on the display.
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Group/Channel˝ can also be controlled manually from the menu. Activate the menu (see previous page). When GROUP˝ appears, press SET. The current Group˝ will be displayed. Press either the UP or DOWN button to scroll to another Group˝ and then press SET. The new Group˝ will be saved and will appear on left side of the display. Hint: The word CHANNEL˝ will appear to the upper right of the number. This means the display is in Channel mode. The menu displays Group/Channel˝ as the default.
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the signal required. Squelch also affects operating distance. Unless you run into extreme conditions where you need more or less operating range than normal, we recommend keeping the squelch around the factory setting of +15. DISPLAY There are two default options for the LCD screen: FREQUENCY˝ or CHAN˝. Additionally, you have a choice of displaying either SQ˝ (squelch) or LEVEL˝ settings. Activate the menu screen and scroll to DISPLY˝. Press SET and FREQUENCY˝ will flash.
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SCAN The option to perform a scan for a clear channel. The Audix Performance Series Wireless Scan feature performs a scan to find clear and open frequencies as well as compatible frequencies when using multiple systems. T-LOCK Transmitter lock. This function disables the POWER and MUTE button on the handheld transmitter. This helps prevent the transmitter from accidentally being MUTED or turned OFF during a performance. Hint: The bodypack has this feature built into the menu.
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OM SERIES The OM Series capsules are designed to maximize gain before feedback on stage. The hypercardioid pickup pattern of the microphones are designed to reject sound from instruments on stage. For best results, sing within a few inches of the microphone. SETTING OUTPUT LEVEL Choice of 10 Milliwatt or 30 Milliwatt RF transmission levels (pg 14). VX5 The VX5 condenser microphone has a more open supercardioid pickup pattern.
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Hint: Padding the sensitivity of the capsule at the source is the most effective way to control distortion without changing the natural sound quality or response of the microphone. USING THE B60 BODYPACK TRANSMITTER There are three buttons that control the menu functions—SET, UP (forward) and DOWN (backwards). The functions controlled by the buttons are RF OUTPUT, LEVEL and LOCK. There are 3 menu functions: RF POWER OUTPUT, LEVEL, LOCK. RF POWER OUTPUT This controls the level of the RF output.
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TO SET LEVEL Press and hold the SET button until LEVEL˝ appears on the display. Press the SET button once and Mic Level (gain) or Line Level will flash. Use the UP button or DOWN button to select either Mic or Line Level. Press the SET button again. Use the UP button or DOWN button to select the gain level desired. Press SET and the current setting will appear. Use the UP or DOWN button to scroll through the settings. Press SET to save the one you want.
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CONNECTOR The bodypack uses a mini 3-pin XLR connector for all microphones. Other brands of microphones can be used with the Audix Performance Series Wireless system; however, it will be necessary to rewire the microphone connector to a mini 3-pin XLR (f ). In this case, note the following pin configuration: Pin 3: Signal Pin 2: Bias (voltage) Pin 1: Shield PERFORMANCE TIPS The best position for a wireless receiver is within line of sight whenever possible.
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ANTENNAS Both antennas must be installed in order for the diversity function to work properly. Always attach both antennas to the receiver. RACKMOUNTS RMT 4161 RMT 41 Kit Optional accessory. Adapts one R41 or R61 receiver into a single 19 inch rack space. Optional accessory. Includes RMT 4161 and BNC cables for front mounting antennas. RMT 241 RMT 42 Optional accessory. Adapts two R41 or R61 receivers into a single 19 inch rack space.
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RACKMOUNT INSTALLATION RMT 4161 Holes for rackmount screws Machine screw 1 2 3 1 The holes for attaching rackmounts are located on the sides of the receiver. 2 The rackmounts are attached with two Phillips head screws and are intended to lay over the Torx machine screw that holds the receiver enclosure together. For additional support, the Torx screw may be removed and used as one of the fastening screws for the rackmount.
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RMT 241 1 2 3 1 Using the larger Phillips head screw, fasten the metal rackmount ears to the outside of each receiver. Fasten the flat connecting metal piece to the inside of each receiver. 2 Place the two receivers together and line up the holes in order to adjoin the two pieces. Once lined up, use the small screws to fasten the top side together. Then turn the receivers over and fasten the bottom side. 3 Tighten up all screws and the receivers are now ready to be mounted into the rack.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Receiver won’t power up Transmitter will not power up Transmitter locked up No RF signal RF signal is weak No AF AF Signal distorted POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Bad connection Check your power cord to make sure it's plugged into the outlet and receiver correctly Batteries Make sure they are installed correctly (pg 6) or check the battery life indicator on the transmitter Lock mode may be ON If T-Lock is ON, change to OFF (pg 19) Software conflict Re-load batteri
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SPECIFICATIONS R41/R42 Receiver 28 Frequency Range A: 522 MHz - 554 MHz / B: 554 MHz - 586 MHz Bandwidth 32 MHz Compatible Systems Up to 16 systems (R41) / 8 systems (R42) simultaneous use Switchable Frequencies 106 Pre-coordinated frequencies Manual Mode n/a Frequency Response 45 Hz – 18 kHz Compander System 2:1 Pilot Tone 32 kHz Receiving System Single tuner, antenna diversity Signal-to-Noise Ratio 105 dB at 30 kHz deviation (A-weighted) Total Harmonic Distortion ≤0.
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H60 Handheld Transmitter RF Power Output 10 mW, 30 mW Frequency Bandwidth 64 MHz Gain Controls 0 dB, -6 dB, -12 dB Input Connector n/a Batteries Included 2 AA 1.5 V Current Consumption 110 mA typical Battery Life Approximately 14 hours (depending on battery type and usage) Input Impedance n/a Max Sound Pressure Level >140 dB (depending on capsule) Dimensions 2.1in diameter body, 10.43” (L), 53 mm diameter body, 265 mm (L) Net Weight 11.
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R41A GROUP/CHANNEL CHART (522 - 554) GROUP CHANNEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 545.625 541.475 547.475 554.125 553.300 553.625 553.600 553.450 550.500 551.725 2 544.500 541.075 547.075 549.675 551.625 547.350 552.975 549.700 547.875 550.500 3 543.575 540.450 546.450 548.650 544.925 543.475 552.150 548.775 546.425 549.575 4 542.350 539.625 542.850 548.125 541.600 542.400 551.750 547.325 545.500 548.125 5 535.075 538.500 535.475 529.475 540.450 538.
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INTERNATIONAL E FREQUENCY GROUP/CHANNEL CHART Audix offers wireless systems that work with the international free frequency (823 – 832 MHz and 863 – 865 MHz). GROUP CHANNEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 823.625 823.825 823.175 827.450 823.500 823.250 824.025 824.975 823.000 823.975 2 828.275 825.000 827.200 828.575 824.500 823.750 826.225 826.025 824.225 825.775 3 829.100 825.575 827.825 829.250 825.750 825.250 826.975 828.000 824.975 828.625 4 830.225 826.550 829.