2-347-712-11(1) Wireless Microphone Package Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Note The supplied CD-ROM includes operating instructions for the UWP series wireless microphone packages (English, Japanese, French, German, Italian, and Spanish versions) and Sony Wireless Microphone System Frequency Lists (English, French, German, and Spanish versions). For details, see “Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 19.
For UTX-B1 and UTX-H1 Transmitters Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear or on the bottom of the unit. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. A licence is normally required. The local district office of Industry Canada should therefore be contacted.
appareil doit accepter toutes les interférences, y compris les interférences capables de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil. L’expression <> avant le numéro d’homologation/ enregistrement signifie seulement que les spécifications techniques de l’Industrie Canada ont été respectées.
Remarque: Dans certains pays, des bandes de fréquences additionnelles pourront être utilisées avec l’accord des autorités nationales. Hiermit erklärt Sony Corporation, dass die vorliegende Einheit UTX-B1/ UTX-H1 den wesentlichen Anforderungen und anderen relevanten Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EC entspricht. Für Einzelheiten siehe folgende URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Hinweis: In manchen Ländern ist mit Genehmigung der zuständigen Behörden u.U. die Nutzung weiterer Frequenzbänder möglich.
Observera: I vissa länder kan det hända att ytterligare frekvensband används efter överenskommelse med det landets myndigheter. Sony Corporation erklærer herved, at denne UTX-B1/UTX-H1 er i overensstemmelse med de essentielle krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i direktiv 1999/5/EC. Åbn venligst den følgende URL angående detaljer: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Bemærk: I nogle land kan yderligere frekvensbånd blive anvendt med de nationale autoriteters samtykke.
Note for customers in Luxembourg: Before any use of an equipment, the frequencies required have to be, if necessary according to the regulations in force, assigned prior to usage by the “ILT”. Remarque pour les clients au Luxembourg: Avant tout emploi de cet appareil, si nécessaire conformément à la réglementation en vigueur, les fréquences requises doivent être assignées, avant l’usage par le “ILT”.
For URX-P1, URX-M1, and URX-R1 Tuners Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear or on the side of the unit. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. _____________________ Serial No. _____________________ Notice for customers in the U.S.A.
Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs au Canada: L’usage des appareils sans fil Sony est réglementé par l’Industrie Canada comme décrit dans leur Cahier des Normes Radioélectriques CNR-123. Une licence est normalement requise. Le bureau de l’Industrie Canada doit être contacté. Lorsque le fonctionnement de l’appareil respecte les limites de la bande de radiodiffusion, la licence est accordée sur la base d’une non-interférence, non-protection pour les signaux de radiodiffusion.
Sony Corporation déclare par ces présentes que le URX-P1/M1/R1 est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux dispositions applicables de la Directive 1999/5/CE. Pour les détails, accédez à l’URL suivante: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Sony Corportion verklaart hierbij dat de URX-P1/M1/R1 voldoet aan de primaire vereisten en andere relevante voorschriften van de Europese Bepaling 1999/5/EC. Nadere bijzonderheden vindt u op de volgende website: http://www.compliance.sony.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Configuration of the Packages ........................... 11 UWP-C1 ................................... 11 UWP-C2 ................................... 12 UWP-S1 ................................... 13 UWP-S2 ................................... 14 UWP-X1 .................................. 15 UWP-X2 .................................. 16 Features .................................. 17 Using the CD-ROM Manual .... 19 CD-ROM system requirements .............................
Configuration of the Packages This operation manual is for the UWP-C1/C2/S1/S2/X1/X2 wireless microphone packages. The contents of each package are described below. UWP-C1 The UWP-C1 consists of a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) and a portable diversity tuner (URX-P1). When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, the UWP-C1 makes a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) purposes.
Configuration of the Packages UWP-C2 The UWP-C2 consists of a hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) and a portable diversity tuner (URX-P1). When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, the UWP-C2 makes a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) purposes.
UWP-S1 The UWP-S1 consists of a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) and a half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1). The UWP-S1 is suitable for constructing a wireless system for AV presentations. Half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1) (1) Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) (1) Supplied accessories • Unidirectional lavalier microphone (1) • AC adapter (1) • Wind screen (1) • Belt clip (1) • Holder clip (1) • Operation manual (1) • CD-ROM (1) (For the U.S.A.
Configuration of the Packages UWP-S2 The UWP-S2 consists of a hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) and a half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1). The UWP-S2 is suitable for constructing a wireless system for AV presentations. Hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) (1) Half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1) (1) Supplied accessories • Microphone holder (1) • AC adapter (1) • Operation manual (1) • CD-ROM (1) (For the U.S.A.
UWP-X1 The UWP-X1 consists of a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) and a diversity tuner module (URX-M1). By installing the tuner module into a tuner base unit or a powered mixer, the system construction to meet the desired purpose of use and required system scale becomes possible.
Configuration of the Packages UWP-X2 The UWP-X2 consists of a hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) and a diversity tuner module (URX-M1) . By installing the tuner module into a tuner base unit or a powered mixer, the system construction to meet the desired purpose of use and required system scale becomes possible. Hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) (1) Diversity tuner module (URX-M1) (1) Supplied accessories • Microphone holder (1) 16 • Operation manual (1) • CD-ROM (1) (For the U.S.A.
Features Each of the UWP-C1/C2/S1/S2/X1/ X2 wireless microphone packages (referred to as the UWP series hereafter) combines a transmitter (body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) or hand-held microphone (UTX-H1)) and a receiver (portable diversity tuner (URX-P1), half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1), or diversity tuner module (URX-M1)). The UWP series can be used with a compact camcorder for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) purposes, and with a powered mixer for AV presentations or as a PA (public address) system.
Features Half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1) This tuner employs a space diversity system with little signal dropout and two angle-adjustable antennas. It comes with two types of audio connectors (1/4-inch jack and XLR type) on the rear panel. UWP-S2 Hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) This microphone is equipped with a built-in antenna and a unidirectional dynamic microphone unit. The RF power output can be set at 30 mW or at 5 mW.
Using the CD-ROM Manual The supplied CD-ROM includes operating instructions for the UWP series wireless microphone packages (English, Japanese, French, German, Italian, and Spanish versions) and Sony Wireless Microphone System Frequency Lists (English, French, German, and Spanish versions). To read the operating instructions To read the operating instructions contained in the CD-ROM disc, do the following. 1 Insert the CD-ROM disc in your CD-ROM drive. A cover page appears automatically in your browser.
Using the CD-ROM Manual 2 Select and click the frequency list that you want to read. A PDF file of the frequency list opens. Note If you lose the CD-ROM disc or become unable to read its content, for example, because of a hardware failure, contact a Sony service representative. • MMX and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
Precautions • The UWP series product must be used within a temperature range of 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). • Operating the UWP series product near electrical equipment (motors, transformers, or dimmers) may cause it to be affected by electromagnetic induction. Keep the UWP series product as far from such equipment as possible. • The presence of the lighting equipment may produce electrical interference over the entire frequency range. Position the UWP series product so that interference is minimized.
Parts Identification Parts Identification Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) A AF (audio frequency) indication Appears whenever the input audio signal is stronger than the reference level. B RF (antenna output) indication Appears during signal transmission from the antenna. C RF (antenna output) level indication Shows the RF output level setting. For details, see “Setting the RF output level” on page 41. D BATT (battery) indication Shows the battery condition. For details, see “Power Supply” on page 29.
5 + (+ selection) / – (– selection/ reset) buttons Press these buttons to set the transmission channel, frequency, or attenuation level of the input signal. The “–” button resets the accumulated battery use time to “00:00”. 1 Power indicator Lights up red when the microphone is turned on. 6 Battery compartment Accommodates two LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. For details on how to insert the batteries, see “Power Supply” on page 29.
Parts Identification D BATT (battery) indication Shows the battery condition. For details, see “Power Supply” on page 29. Portable diversity tuner (URX-P1) E CH (channel) indication Shows the transmission channel. Each time you press the SET button, the channel indication changes as follows. For details, see “Settings” on page 37. Transmission channel Transmission frequency Attenuation level of the input signal Press the SET button.
RF 5 + (+ selection) / – (– selection/ reset) buttons Press these buttons to set the reception channel and frequency. The “–” button resets the accumulated battery use time to “00:00”. These buttons can also be used to adjust the monitor level. C A B BATT AF CH D The D channel indication for U66 model is shown. A RF (radio frequency) indications The number of dots indicates the RF input level.
Parts Identification Half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1) Front panel 4 MONITOR control Turn to adjust the output monitoring level (through the headphones). 5 + (+ selection) / – (– selection/ reset) buttons Press these buttons to set the reception channel and frequency. 6 Display section A B RF Rear panel AF CH C The C channel indication for U66 model is shown. A RF (radio frequency) indications The number of dots indicates the RF input level.
Reception channel Reception frequency Press the SET button. The channel/frequency indications for U66 model are shown. qs DC IN 9V (DC power input) connector Connect the supplied AC adapter here. Diversity tuner module (URX-M1) 7 RF (radio frequency) indicator The color indicates the strength of the RF input signal. On in green: RF input is 25 dBµ* or more. Off: RF input is less than 25 dBµ*. 8 SET button Press to change display parameters. For details, see “Settings” on page 37.
Parts Identification A RF (radio frequency) indications The number of dots indicates the RF input level. B AF (audio frequency) indication Appears whenever the output audio signal is stronger than the reference level. C CH (channel) indication Shows the reception channel. Each time you press the SET button, the channel indication changes as follows. For details, see “Settings” on page 37. Reception channel Reception frequency Press the SET button.
Power Supply This section explains the power supply for each component. • Half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1) Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN 9V connector on the rear panel, and then connect the AC adapter to a wall outlet. • Diversity tuner module (URX-M1) When incorporated into another component (e.g., MB-806A, SRPX700P, etc.), the tuner module draws its power from that component.
Power Supply Hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) 1 Turn the grip in the direction of the arrow to open the battery compartment. 3 2 Turn the grip in the direction opposite to the arrow in step 1 to close the battery compartment. Note Align two new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries with the polarity markings and insert them into the battery compartment. If you open the battery compartment during signal transmission, the noise may occur.
Note The indicated battery condition may not be correct if the batteries were not new when installed. If you plan to use the component for a long period, it is recommended that you replace the batteries with brand new ones. Notes on batteries Batteries may leak or explode if mistreated. Be sure to follow these instructions. • Be sure to install the batteries with the correct polarity. • Always replace the two batteries together. • Do not use different types of batteries or old and new one together.
Attachment and Installation Procedures Attachment and Installation Procedures This section describes the procedures for attaching the supplied accessories to components and the installation of the diversity tuner module (URX-M1) into the MB-806A Tuner Base Unit or SRP-X700P Powered Mixer. Attaching the supplied accessories to the body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) Attaching the wind screen to the microphone Insert the microphone into the hole at the bottom of the windscreen.
Removing the belt clip Insert a pointed object such as a ballpoint pen between the belt clip and the transmitter to make some space between them, and then remove the end of the belt clip from the hole on the side of the transmitter.
Attachment and Installation Procedures Attaching the shoe mount adapter Attaching the microphone stand adapter After attaching the belt clip and the shoe mount adapter, insert the microphone stand adapter into the screw hole at the top of the shoe mount adapter, and then rotate the microphone stand adapter until it is securely attached. Be sure to hold the horizontal part of the belt clip with the horizontal groove on the shoe mount adapter.
• The buttons and display on the front panel of the diversity tuner module (URX-M1) may be damaged if they are gripped too strongly. Always hold the diversity tuner module by the side. • Do not put your fingers on the connectors on the rear panel of the diversity tuner module (URX-M1) or into the slot on the unit into which the diversity tuner module (URXM1) will be installed. • Keep the diversity tuner module (URX-M1) away from static electricity.
Attachment and Installation Procedures Installing a diversity tuner module (URX-M1) into an SRP-X700P Powered Mixer SCENE RECALL MASTER A LINE 4 SEL B ECT A B C The SRP-X700P Powered Mixer can accommodate up to 2 diversity tuner modules (URX-M1). 1 Remove the tuner slot cover from the SRP-X700P and inspect the top and bottom sides of the diversity tuner module. Then, holding the tuner module on both sides, insert it into the slot.
Settings Setting the transmission channel The procedure below is the same for all UWP series transmitters (UTX-B1/H1). Pressing the – button cycles the indications in the opposite direction. Hold down the + or – button to change the channel number (or frequency) faster. Notes on the European model Refer to the pdf files “Sony Wireless Microphone System Frequency List” on the supplied CD-ROM for details on the selectable channel groups and channels (for the U.S.A.
Settings 4 When the desired channel number (or frequency) appears, set the POWER switch to OFF to complete the setting, or press the SET button to set other items. The results are stored in memory. The stored channel number (or frequency) will appear in the display section the next time you turn on the transmitter by setting the POWER switch to ON.
Notes on the European model The reception channels are divided into four sets. Select the group number before selecting the channel number as follows. 1) While the left two digits are flashing, select the group number by pressing the + or – button. 2) When the desired group number appears, press the SET button. The right four digits start to flash to allow the selection of the channel number. 3) Select the channel number by pressing the + or – button.
Settings Do the following while there is signal transmission. Press the SET button repeatedly until the attenuation level indication appears in the display section. 2 3 Press the + or – button to select the attenuation level. The selectable range is from 0 dB to 21 dB in steps of 3 dB (the factory setting is 0 dB). Do the following while there is no signal transmission. Set the POWER switch to OFF to complete the setting, or press the SET button to set other items. The results are stored in memory.
The change becomes effective the next time you turn on the unit by setting the POWER switch to ON. 4 4-b For the portable diversity tuner (URX-P1) Leave the tuner for about 10 seconds until the time indication stops flashing and the setting is stored in memory. Setting the RF output level Set the POWER switch to OFF to complete the setting, or press the SET button to set other items. The results are stored in memory.
Operation Operation The procedure below is the same for all UWP series components (UTX-B1/H1 and URX-P1/R1/M1). 1 Make all necessary connections on the tuner. For examples of UWP series component connections, see “System Configurations” on page 43. 2 Set the transmission channel on the transmitter, and then turn off the unit. For details on setting the transmission channel, see “Setting the transmission channel” on page 37. 3 Turn on the tuner.
System Configurations The UWP series is used in the following configuration examples.
System Configurations Sample configurations for AV presentations Portable diversity tuner (URX-P1) (with the shoe mount adapter attached) Hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) To DVD player, PC, or VTR, etc. SRP-X700P Powered Mixer or Hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) Half-rack size diversity tuner (URX-R1) To DVD player, PC, or VTR, etc.
Sample configuration of a PA system Hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) AN-820 UHF antenna Diversity tuner module (URX-M1) Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B1) To DVD player, PC, or VTR, etc.
Error Messages Error Messages When a problem occurs, one of the following error messages may appear on the display. Messages Meanings Remedy Err 01 An error has occurred in the backup memory data. Contact your Sony dealer. Err 02 The PLL synthesized circuit is abnormal. Restart the unit. If the message appears again, contact your Sony dealer. Err 03* The battery voltage exceeds the allowable limit. Use the specified batteries.
Troubleshooting If you have any problem using the UWP system, use the following checklist. Should any problem persist, consult your Sony dealer. Symptom Meanings/Remedy The unit does not turn on*. The polarity orientation of the batteries in the battery compartment is incorrect. b Insert the batteries with the correct polarity orientation. The batteries are exhausted. b Replace the batteries with new ones. The battery terminals in the transmitter are dirty.
Troubleshooting Symptom Meanings/Remedy There is distortion in the sound. The attenuation level of the transmitter is too low. b The input level of the tuner is extremely high. Press the – button on the transmitter in attenuation level setting mode to raise the attenuation level. The transmitter and the tuner are set to different channels. b Set the transmitter to the same channel. There is sound interruption or noise.
Specifications Transmitters (UTX-B1/ H1) Items common to all transmitters Oscillator type Crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer Carrier frequencies Model available in USA: 758 to 806 MHz Model available in Europe: 798 to 862 MHz Model available in Australia: 792 to 806 MHz Operating frequency band Model available in USA and Europe: 24 MHz BW Model available in Australia: 14 MHz BW RF output level 30 mW/5 mW selectable Pre-emphasis 50 µs Reference deviation ±5 kHz Frequency response 50 Hz to 18 kHz Distortion 1
Specifications Hand-held microphone (UTX-H1) Microphone unit Dynamic Directivity Unidirectional Antenna 1/4λ wave length wire (internal) Dimensions Mass φ 52 × 240 mm (2 1/8 × 9 1/2 inches) (dia/length) Approx.
Power requirements 3.0 V DC (two LR6/AAsize alkaline batteries) Battery life Approx. 6 hours Dimensions Mass Audio output connectors 1/4-inch jack, unbalanced (LINE level only) XLR-3-32 type, balanced Headphones output level 5 mW (16Ω) Display Channel, frequency Power requirements 9.0 V DC Dimensions 63 × 100 × 30 mm (2 1/2 × 4 × 1 3/16 inches) (w/h/d) (excluding the antennas) Approx.
Specifications Dimensions Mass 57 × 26 × 121 mm (2 1/4 × 1 1 /16 × 4 7/8 inches) (w/h/d) Approx. 150 g (5 oz) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.