4-590-342-12 (1) UHF Synthesized Transmitter Operating Instructions UTX-B03HR © 2016 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents Features .......................................................3 Parts Identification ......................................3 Power Supply...............................................5 Inserting the Batteries ................................... 5 Supplying Power from a USB Connector..... 6 Charging Nickel Metal Hydride Batteries .... 6 Preparation ..................................................7 Connecting a Lavalier Microphone .............. 7 Attaching a Belt Clip .................
Features Parts Identification The UTX-B03HR UHF Synthesized Transmitter is a body-pack transmitter equipped with an SMC9-4S connector designed for high reliability. Reliable and proven SMC9-4S (female) interface The unit is compatible with Sony ECM-77BC and ECM44BC lavalier microphones, which have a proven record of reliable performance in broadcasting. Digital companding The built-in DSP enables digital companding for highquality audio transmissions.
i Display section Note When the audio input level is set to MIC, a voltage for the lavalier microphone power supply is applied to the audio input connector. When connecting equipment other than lavalier microphones, always use an EC-1.5CF microphone cable (not supplied). e POWER/MUTING button Turns the power on/off. You also use this button to turn the muting function on/off.
k Infrared detector Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the receiver. Power Supply The unit operates using power supplied from two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride, or lithium batteries) or from a supply connected to the USB connector. If power is supplied simultaneously from batteries and from a supply connected to the USB connector, power from the USB connector has precedence.
3 For details on the BATTERY function setting, see “Setting the battery type (BATTERY)” (page 12). Insert two new AA batteries into the battery compartment with 3 and # polarities in the correct orientation, and close the compartment. Battery precautions Batteries may leak or explode if mistreated. Be sure to follow these instructions. • Insert batteries in the correct 3 and # polarity orientation. • Always replace the two batteries together with new ones.
• Output current: 1 A or higher Preparation Notes • Charging may not be supported, depending on the connected AC adapter, portable power supply, or computer port. • Nickel metal hydride batteries are not charged while the transmitter or receiver is turned on. Connecting a Lavalier Microphone Connect a Sony ECM-77BC or ECM-44BC lavalier microphone to the unit. Microphone For a secure connection, turn to lock the connector.
To remove a belt clip Settings Insert a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen, between the belt clip and the transmitter, and pry the end of the belt clip from the hole on the side of the transmitter. Setting the Transmit Channel For details about the channel groups and channels that can be selected, refer to the “Frequency List” on the CD-ROM. Note To prevent interference and noise, beware of the following. • Do not use multiple transmitters that have been set to the same channel at the same time.
6 Press and hold the POWER/MUTING button to turn the power off, then press and hold the POWER/ MUTING button again to turn the power on. Note Audio will not be output if the combination of receivers and compander mode settings are not correct. Signal transmission starts. Receiver Compander mode on unit Notes UWP-D UWP WL800 • If there is no user input within 10 seconds after the channel group display or channel number display starts flashing, the displayed setting that is flashing is saved.
• • • • • • • • Menu Displays and Detailed Settings Menu Structure and Operation There are three menu display modes that can be selected according to the application.
2 Press and hold the SET button until the setting starts flashing. Adjusting the audio input attenuation level (ATT) 3 Press the + or – button to change the setting. 4 Press the SET button to apply the setting. Set the audio input attenuation level in 3 dB increments to reduce noise distortion. The factory default setting is 9 dB. Notes Note • “---” is displayed if IN LEVEL is set to LINE, and the attenuation level cannot be modified (fixed at 0 dB).
ENABLE: Pressing the POWER/MUTING button mutes the output. DISABLE: The output is not muted even when the POWER/MUTING button is pressed. ADVANCED: Displays all settings. Setting the compander mode (COMPANDER) Set the operating mode of the compander. UWP-D: High speech quality mode supported in combination with UWP-D series devices. UWP: Mode supported in combination with Sony UWPseries receivers. WL800: Mode supported in combination with Sony 800series receivers.
+ or – button to select YES, then press the SET button. The transmitter parameters are restored to their factory default settings. Error Messages Notes When a problem occurs, one of the following error messages may appear on the display. • This function can be used in transmission stopped mode only. • After a reset, the audio input level is also restored to its factory default setting. Note that this may cause the volume on devices connected to the receiver and in headphones to suddenly change.
Troubleshooting If you have any problem, use the following checklist before asking for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your Sony service representative. Symptom Cause Solution The unit does not turn The 3 and # polarity orientation of the batteries is Insert the batteries with the correct polarity on. incorrect. orientation. The batteries are getting low. Replace the batteries with new ones. The battery terminals are dirty. Clean the 3 and # terminals with a cotton swab.
Symptom Cause Solution The transmitter The infrared receptor on the transmitter is too far channel cannot be set from the infrared transmission port on the receiver. with infrared transmission. Interference from infrared communications between other devices or from direct sunlight is present. 15 Reduce the distance between the infrared receptor on the transmitter and the infrared transmission port on the receiver to within about 20 cm (8 in.).
Important Notes on Use Specifications Antenna 1/4 λ wavelength wire antenna Audio input connector SMC9-4S (female) Reference audio input level –60 dBV (MIC input, 0 dB attenuation) Frequency response 40 Hz to 18 kHz Attenuation 0 dB to 27 dB (3 dB steps) Indicators AUDIO, POWER/MUTING Oscillator type Crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer Carrier frequencies Models available in USA: 470 MHz to 542 MHz (UC14 model), 536 MHz to 608 MHz (UC25 model), 566 MHz to 608 MHz and 614 MHz to 638 MHz (UC30 model), 638 MHz
Operating temperature 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) 0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F) when charging Storage temperature –20 °C to +55 °C (–4 °F to +131 °F) Dimensions 63 × 92.6 × 20 mm (2 1/2 × 3 3/4 × 13 /16 in.) (width / height / depth) (excluding antenna) Mass Approx. 105 g (3.7 oz.) (excluding batteries) Supplied accessories Belt clip (1) Battery case (1) (Chinese model only) Before Use (1) CD-ROM (1) Warranty card (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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