OWNER'S MANUAL
Important Safety Information 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Important Safety Information FCC Rules and Regulations Samson wireless receivers are certified under FCC Rules part 15 and transmitters are certified under FCC Rules part 74. Licensing of Samson equipment is the user’s responsibility and licensability depends on the user’s classification, application and frequency selected. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Class B and RSS-210 of Industry & Science Canada.
Introduction Congratulations on purchasing the Samson Concert 288m Dual Channel Wireless System! The Concert 288m is the ideal solution for any application which requires two wireless microphones, however it will operate with one transmitter - it all depends on your specific performance requirements. Offering frequency-agile UHF operation, the micro-sized True RF Diversity dual receiver provides 100 available channels to secure a reliable wireless performance.
AR299m Receiver Features 1. Antennas - The antenna mountings allow full rotation for optimum placement. In normal operation, both antennas should be placed in a vertical position. Both antennas can be folded inward for convenience when transporting the AR299m. 2. SCAN Button - Press this button for more than 2 seconds to enter scan mode, the display will flash quickly. The receiver will scan through the 100 operating channels to find the optimal channel for performance.
AR299m Receiver Features Rear Panel 1 2 2 3 3 1. DC Input - Connect the supplied power adapter here. WARNING: Do not substitute any other kind of power adapter. Doing so can cause severe damage to the AR299m and will void your warranty. 2. MIX OUTPUTS - Use these unbalanced 1/4” and 1/8” jacks when connecting the AR299m to consumer (-10 dBV) audio equipment. Both jacks carry a combined signal of CH1 & CH2. Wiring is as follows: tip hot, sleeve ground. 3.
Guided Tour - CB88 Belt Pack Transmitter 1. Input Connector - Connect the input device via the mini-XLR connector. The CB88 is supplied with either a lavalier or headset microphone. 2. Status Indicator - This LED displays the operation mode: GREEN Normal Operation RED Mute Flashing GREEN Low Battery 3. Power/Mute Switch - Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. Press and release to mute or unmute the transmitter. 4. Belt Clip - Use this clip to fasten the CB88 transmitter to a belt. 5.
Guided Tour - CB88 Belt Pack Transmitter 7. Input GAIN Control - This control adjusts the transmitter input sensitivity to better suit the lavalier or headset microphone and to control overload/distortion. For optimal performance, using the included screwdriver, set the input GAIN control to where you see the AR299m PEAK indicator start to light under high levels, then turn down slowly until the PEAK light stops lighting. 8.
Guided Tour - CH88 Handheld Transmitter 1. Status Indicator - This LED displays the operation mode: GREEN Normal Operation RED Mute Flashing GREEN Low Battery 2. Power/Mute Switch - Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. Press and release to mute or unmute the transmitter. 3. Battery Cover - Unscrew the battery cover and slide down to open the CH88 battery compartment. 4. Battery Holder - Open the battery holder by pressing the tab and lifting the cover.
Transmitter Battery Installation In order for your wireless system to work correctly, you’ll need to install two fresh AA batteries. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. CH88 - turn battery cover counter clockwise to remove the battery cover. Press tab to open battery compartment door. Install two AA (LR6) batteries paying close attention to polarity markings. Slide battery cover back onto transmitter body and turn clockwise to close. CB88 - press both sides of battery release to open the battery door.
Quick Start 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Physically place the AR299m receiver where it will be used, and extend the antennas vertically. The general rule of thumb is to maintain “line of sight” between the receiver and transmitter so that the person using or wearing the transmitter can see the receiver. With the AR299m powered off, connect the included power adapter.
Troubleshooting Issue Solutions Make sure that the transmitter and receiver are both powered on. Ensure the transmitter’s batteries are installed correctly. Check that the transmitter is not muted. Confirm that the AR299m adaptor is correctly connected and plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn on the AR299m receiver. No Audio Make sure the AR299m audio output connections are securely connected. Ensure that the receiver and transmitter are in line of sight with one another.
Specifications System Working Range Audio Frequency Response T.H.D.
Channel Plans Group K 470–494MHz CH MHz CH MHz CH MHz CH MHz CH MHz 00 470.125 20 474.625 40 479.125 60 483.625 80 488.125 488.350 01 470.350 21 474.850 41 479.350 61 483.850 81 02 470.575 22 475.075 42 479.575 62 484.075 82 488.575 03 470.800 23 475.300 43 479.800 63 484.300 83 488.800 04 471.025 24 475.525 44 480.025 64 484.525 84 489.025 05 471.250 25 475.750 45 480.250 65 484.750 85 489.250 06 471.475 26 475.975 46 480.
Channel Plans Group G* 863–865MHz CH MHz CH MHz CH MHz CH MHz CH MHz 00 863.050 07 864.950 14 864.800 21 864.650 28 864.400 01 863.550 08 863.100 15 863.300 22 864.850 29 864.700 02 863.750 09 863.600 16 863.150 23 863.350 30 864.900 31 863.400 03 864.050 10 863.800 17 863.650 24 863.200 04 864.250 11 864.100 18 863.850 25 863.700 05 864.550 12 864.300 19 864.150 26 863.900 06 864.750 13 864.600 20 864.350 27 864.
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