4-530-735-16 (1) Wireless Microphone Package Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Table of Contents Configuration of the Packages ..................3 UWP-D11 ..................................................... 3 UWP-D12 ..................................................... 4 UWP-D16 ..................................................... 5 Models available separately.......................... 6 Features .......................................................7 UWP-D11 ..................................................... 7 UWP-D12 .....................................................
Configuration of the Packages This manual is for the UWP-D11/D12/D16 Wireless Microphone Packages. The contents of each package are described below. Note Some of the packages may not be available in certain countries or areas. For details, consult your Sony dealer. UWP-D11 The package consists of a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B03), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P03), and their accessories.
UWP-D12 The package consists of a hand-held microphone (UTX-M03), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P03), and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.
UWP-D16 The UWP-D16 consists of a plug-on transmitter (UTX-P03), a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B03), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P03), and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.
Models available separately The transmitter and tuner in each package are available for purchase separately. The components provided with each product are given below.
Features The UWP-D11/D12/D16 (UWP-D series) Wireless Microphone Packages comprise a transmitter (body-pack transmitter (UTX-B03), hand-held microphone (UTX-M03), or plug-on transmitter (UTX-P03)) and a receiver (portable diversity tuner (URX-P03)). In combination with a compact camcorder or interchangeable-lens digital camera, the packages can be used for various purposes, such as ENG (Electronic News Gathering), EFP (Electronic Field Production), sports events, and weddings.
Name and Function of Parts Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B03) Notes • When the audio input level is set to MIC, a voltage for the lavalier microphone power supply is applied to the audio input connector. Special electrical wiring is used inside the audio input connector for this purpose. • If a lavalier microphone other than the one supplied is connected, the proper performance may not be obtained. e POWER/MUTING button Turns the power on/off. You also use this button to turn the muting function on/off.
i Display section k Infrared detector Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner. Hand-held microphone (UTX-M03) A RF transmission indicator Displays the current transmission status. : Transmitting – : Transmission stopped B RF transmission power indicator Indicates the current transmission power setting. You can change the setting with the RF transmission power setting function.
c POWER/MUTING button Turns the power on/off. You also use this button to turn the muting function on/off. E Battery level indicator Displays the battery level. For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 15). Function Operation Supply ON Press button for one second or longer Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns off Muting ON Press button Muting OFF F Menu display section Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to switch functions.
Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P03) Flashing (orange): Audio is muted (i.e., disabled). e POWER/MUTING button Turns the power on/off. You also use this button to turn the muting function on/off. Front Function Operation Supply ON Press button for one second or longer Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns off Muting ON Press button Muting OFF f Display section Bottom A RF transmission indicator Displays the current transmission status.
G Menu display section Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to switch functions. Portable diversity tuner (URX-P03) Front For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 23). g + or – button Selects functions or values shown on the display. h SET button Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the displayed value. Holding down the SET button while turning on the power turns the transmitter on without sending a signal (transmission stopped mode).
d RF (radio frequency input) indicator Displays the RF input level using the following colors. On (green): Input level is 25 dBμ or more. On (red): Input level is 15 to 25 dBμ. Off: Input level is 15 dBμ or lower. i SET button Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the displayed value. Holding down the SET button while turning on the power turns the transmitter on without sending a signal (transmission stopped mode).
Power Supply Inserting the batteries Notes This section describes the power supply of each device and the charging of nickel metal hydride batteries. Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B03) and plug-on transmitter (UTX-P03) 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.
Hand-held microphone (UTX-M03) 1 Press and hold the POWER/MUTING button to turn the power off. 2 Turn the grip in the direction of the arrow, and pull the grip down until the battery compartment is visible. 3 Insert two new AA batteries into the battery compartment with 3 and # polarities in the correct orientation. 4 Close the grip, turning it in the reverse direction of step 2.
Charging nickel metal hydride batteries You can charge nickel metal hydride batteries inserted in the transmitter (UTX-B03/M03/P03) and tuner (URX-P03). When charging nickel metal hydride batteries, turn the power off and connect a commercially available USBoutput type AC adapter or portable power supply to the USB connector. The POWER indicator is lit orange while charging batteries. When charging is finished, the POWER indicator goes off.
Attaching the wind screen to the microphone Attaching accessories to the handheld microphone (UTX-M03) Attaching the microphone holder Align and insert the microphone into the hole in the wind screen. Insert the base of the microphone into the holder. Attaching a belt clip Replacing the microphone unit Removing the microphone unit Insert one end of the belt clip into one of two holes on either side of the transmitter, and then insert the other end into the hole on the other side.
Disconnecting a microphone or cable Microphone or cable connector Release button Attaching the shoe mount adapter Attach the belt clip before attaching the shoe mount adapter (page 17). Note Attach belt clips upside-down if planning to attach the shoe mount adapter. Press the release button and pull the microphone or cable out slowly.
7 Operation Information about the channel set on the tuner is sent to the transmitter, and a prompt appears on the transmitter display asking if you want to change to that frequency. Procedure for UWP-D series devices (UTX-B03/ M03/P03 and URX-P03) 1 Place the infrared transmitter port on the tuner near the infrared detector on the transmitter. Connect the tuner as required. For details about example connections, see “System Configuration Examples” (page 30).
• When operating two or more UWP-D series packages simultaneously with different channel groups, make sure that they are at least 100 meters (330 feet) apart if they are used within clear sight of each other (actual distance may vary depending on the circumstances). Tuner Settings Menu structure and operation Procedure for portable diversity tuner (URX-P03) There are two menu display modes that can be selected according to the application.
Basic menu operation 3 The basic menu operation is the same in simple mode and extended mode. Use the + or – button to select the desired group name, then press the SET button. The channel group is set, and the channel number display starts flashing. Function name Setting 1 Press the + or – button to display the function to be set. 2 Press and hold the SET button until the setting starts flashing. 3 Press the + or – button to change the setting. 4 Press the SET button to enter the setting.
2 Press and hold the SET button for one second or longer. Press and hold until the channel group and “+” display starts flashing. 3 Press the + button. The tuner starts to scan through the selected channel group. When available channels are found, the first channel number among the available channels starts flashing on the display. 3 To display the next available channel number The tuner starts to scan for active channels in the selected channel group.
Configuration menu Procedure for portable diversity tuner (URX-P03) This section describes each function and configurable items. Underlined entries are factory default values. Selecting group/channel (GP/CH) The factory default setting varies depending on the model. For details, see “Setting the receive channel” (page 21). Adjusting the monitor audio level (PHONES) Note The monitor output level does not change when you change the output level in the OUT LEVEL menu.
2 Press the – button to display “00:00 CLR” and press the SET button. Setting the frequency to an active channel (ACT SCAN) Pressing the + button when “00:00 CLR” is displayed causes the time display to start flashing. You can press the SET button in this state to cancel the reset of the accumulated running time. Searches for channels already in use. This is useful when using more than one tuner in combination with a single transmitter.
Notes • This function is displayed in extended mode only. • The characteristics of batteries change according to battery type and environmental conditions. It is recommended that you understand the characteristics of batteries before using them. Setting the display contrast (CONTRAST) You can adjust the contrast of text and icons on the display in the range 1 to 10. The configurable values are given below. (Light) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (Dark) Note This function is displayed in extended mode only.
• IN LEVEL (audio input level) select (UTX-B03/P03 only) • +48V (+48 V supply) setting (UTX-P03 only) • TIME (accumulated running time) display • MENU MODE (menu display mode) setting • COMPANDER (compander mode) setting • PWR LOCK (POWER button lock) function • MUTING (muting function) setting • PHASE (phase switching) setting (UTX-B03 only) • BATTERY (battery type) setting • CONTRAST (display text contrast) setting • RESET (factory default setting) function • VERSION (software version) display Note The f
5 Use the + or – button to select the desired channel number, then press the SET button. The displays stops flashing and the desired channel is set. Notes • If there is no user input within ten seconds after the channel group display or channel number display starts flashing, the displayed setting that is flashing is saved. The same applies when setting other parameters. • The frequency indicator changes in response to the channel number. • Do not remove the batteries while making settings.
To reset the time display 1 Press and hold the SET button until the time display starts flashing. 2 Press the – button to display “00:00 CLR” and press the SET button. Pressing the + button when “00:00 CLR” is displayed causes the time display to start flashing. You can press the SET button in this state to cancel the reset of the accumulated running time. Notes • This function is displayed in extended mode only.
Setting the display contrast (CONTRAST) You can adjust the contrast of text and icons on the display in the range 1 to 10. The configurable values are given below. (Light) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (Dark) Note This function is displayed in extended mode only. Restoring factory default settings (RESET) Restores all parameters to their factory default settings. Press and hold the SET button. A prompt appears asking you whether to restore factory default settings.
System Configuration Examples The following are configuration examples for use with UWP-D series devices. Sample configuration for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) with a camcorder Portable diversity tuner (URX-P03) (with shoe mount adapter attached) or Hand-held microphone (UTX-M03) Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B03) 1 XLR-BMP conversion output cable (supplied) 30 System Configuration Examples XDCAM EX/HDV camcorder (HXR-NX3, etc.
Error Messages When a problem occurs, one of the following error messages may appear on the display. Message Meaning Solution EEP ERROR An error has occurred in the backup memory data. Contact your point of purchase or Sony service representative. PLL ERROR An error occurred in the PLL synthesizer circuit. Restart the unit. If the message persists, contact your point of purchase or Sony service representative.
Troubleshooting If you have any problem, use the following checklist before asking for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your point of purchase or 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 There is sound interruption or noise. The channel setting on the transmitter is different from that on the tuner. Use the same channel setting on both the transmitter and tuner. Two or more transmitters are set to the same channel. Two or more transmitters cannot be used on the same channel. Refer to the frequency list stored on the supplied CD-ROM, and reconfigure the channel on each transmitter.
Important Notes on Use Specifications Usage and storage Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Operating the UWP-D series devices near electrical equipment (motors, transformers, or dimmers) may cause interference due to electromagnetic induction. Keep the devices as far from such equipment as possible. • The presence of lighting equipment may produce electrical interference over a wide frequency range.
Tone signal frequency In UWP-D compander mode: 32.382 kHz In UWP compander mode: 32 kHz In WL800 compander mode: 32.768 kHz Supply voltage 3.0 V DC (two LR6/AA size alkaline batteries) 5.0 V DC (supplied from USB connector) 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) Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B03) Antenna 1/4 λ wavelength wire antenna Audio input connector 3.
Dimensions Dimensions Mass φ 48 × 260 mm (1 15/16 × 10 1/4 in.) (Diameter / length) Approx. 260 g (9.
Model available in China: 710 MHz to 782 MHz (CN38 model) Model available in Korea: 925 MHz to 937.5 MHz (KR Model) Model available in Thailand and Taiwan: 794 MHz to 806 MHz (E model) Signal-to-noise-ratio 60 dB or more Voice delay 0.35 ms Deemphasis 50 μs Reference frequency deviation ±5 kHz Frequency response 40 Hz to 18 kHz Distortion 0.9% or less (5 kHz modulation) Tone signal In UWP-D compander mode: 32.382 kHz In UWP compander mode: 32 kHz In WL800 compander mode: 32.
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