free solo HT UHF wireless system user manual
Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 01.10.2018, ID: 296199, 296196, 296197, ...
Table of contents Table of contents 1 General information................................................................................................................................. 1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 1.3 Symbols and signal words.....
Table of contents 6.2 Transmitter......................................................................................................................................... 34 7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 38 7.1 Transmitter......................................................................................................................................... 38 7.2 Receiver...................
General information 1 General information This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual. Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to change.
General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of interest for you quickly. Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics and terms.
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. Example: 1. Switch on the device. 2. Press [Auto]. ð Automatic operation is started. 3. Switch off the device.
General information 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual. Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used for the wireless transmission of audio signals from micro‐ phones or instruments to amplifiers or active speakers. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
Safety instructions Safety DANGER! Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices. NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only.
Safety instructions NOTICE! External power supply The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐ rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐ sibly the user.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible damage by leaking batteries Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device. Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
Features 3 Features The UHF wireless system is particularly suitable for professional audio transmission, for example, at events, on rock stages and in concert halls, theatres, musicals or night clubs. Your UHF wireless system free solo HT consists of the following components: n 9.
Features The system operates with pre-programmed frequency groups and, depending on the version, with configurable frequency groups (user groups). The following table shows the number of available pre-programmed groups and the number of pre-programmed frequencies in each group. Type Pre-programmed fre‐ quency groups Available channels per group the t.bone free solo HT 600 MHz (item no. 296199) 14 15 the t.bone free solo HT 823 MHz (item no. 296196) 8 8 the t.bone free solo HT 863 MHz (item no.
Installation and operation 4 Installation and operation 4.1 General Information Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively. Create all connections while the device is off.
Installation and operation Notes on wireless transmission n This device utilizes frequencies that are not harmonized within the European Union (EU) and therefore may only be used in certain EU member states. In all European countries, the frequencies used for the transmission of audio signals are strictly regulated. Before you start, make sure the frequencies are allowed in the respective country and check whether the operation must be reported to the appropriate authority.
Installation and operation Connecting the power supply NOTICE! External power supply The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐ rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐ sibly the user.
Installation and operation Attaching the antennas Attach the included antennas to the rear panel of the transmitter. To improve the transmission quality and to adapt to the spatial conditions they are rotatable and swivelling. In case the space provided on the device for direct assembly of the antennas is not sufficient, for example because the space on the rack is narrow, you can use the optionally available coaxial cable to assemble the antennas separately from the device.
Connections and controls 5 Connections and controls 5.
Connections and controls 1 [POWER] Press the switch for several seconds to switch the device on or off. All previous settings are retained even when you switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains. 2 Infra red receiver. 3 [ADL] Starts the synchronization of the settings with the transmitter. 4 Display. 5 [SET] Opens the menu. 6 Increases the displayed value by one. 7 Decreases the displayed value by one.
Connections and controls 8 [AUTO] Starts an automatic search to find a free channel. 12, 13 Suitable UHF antennas. The receiver evaluates the radio signal from both antennas and selects the signal with the higher quality for further processing.
Connections and controls Rear panel UHF wireless system 22
Connections and controls 9 [DC 12-18V] Socket for connecting the supplied AC power supply. If you are using a different power supply, observe the correct voltage, the polarity of the plug and the power consumption. 10 [BALANCED OUTPUT] Male XLR panel connector as symmetrical audio signal output for direct connection with a mixer, a power amplifier, or a recording device.
Connections and controls Display UHF wireless system 24
Connections and controls 15 [GP] Indicates the selected frequency group. 16 [CH] Indicates the selected channel. 17 Indicates that the unit is locked to prevent unintentional operation. 18 Shows that the receiver does not receive a signal, for example because the transmitter has been switched off, the connection is disturbed or the channel is currently being switched. 19 [A/B] Shows which of the two antennas is currently being used for signal transmission.
Connections and controls 22 Shows the battery status of the transmitter from which the device just received a signal. 23 [AUTO] Shows that an automatic search is running to find a free channel. 24 [IR] Shows that an infra red signal is being received 25 [FREQUENCY] Indicates the frequency that is assigned to the set combination of frequency group and channel. 26 [AF] Level display for the audio signal.
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Connections and controls 31 Display. 32 Microphone head grill to protect from damage and reduce wind and breathing noise. 33 Main switch Press the switch for several seconds to switch the device on or off. Press the switch once briefly to mute or unmute the microphone. When the transmitter is muted, the symbol does not appear on the receiver display. 34 Bottom housing section. Unscrew to open. 35 [SET] Opens the menu. 36 [SEL] Selects a menu item.
Connections and controls 51 [FREQUENCY] / [GP] / [CH] Depending on selected menu item: n Indicates the frequency that is assigned to the set combination of frequency group and channel. n Displays the set frequency group and the set channel. 52 Indicates that the unit is locked to prevent unintentional operation. 53 [GAIN] Shows the level of the radio signal sent. 54 Battery level indicator. Replace the batteries when only one blinking bar remains displayed.
Connections and controls 55 Shows that the transmitter has been muted. This is the case if the transmitter and receiver are working on different frequencies, if the receiver is not getting a usable signal or if you have muted the transmitter by briefly pressing the main switch. 56 Shows the output power.
Operating 6 Operating 6.1 Receiver Select frequency 1. Press [SET]. ð The [GP] display blinks. 2. Use the arrow keys to select the frequency group. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð The [CH] display blinks. 3. Use the arrow keys to select a channel within the set frequency group. If you have selected frequency group ‘U’ , you can use the arrow keys to set the fre‐ quency directly in 25-kHz increments. First set the value before the decimal point, and press [SET].
Operating Synchronizing transmitter and receiver 1. Open the transmitter to expose the infra red sensor. 2. Press [ADL]. The [IR] display blinks. 3. Hold the infrared sensor of the transmitter near the infrared interface of the receiver within ten seconds. 4. When synchronization has been successfully completed, the [IR] display stops blinking. ð After three seconds, the display shows the default state again. Set the output level. In case of model versions for the 1.
Operating Setting squelch 1. Hold down [SET] until the [SQ] area blinks on the display. 2. Use the arrow buttons to set the desired value. The current value is shown on the right side of the display. 3. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð After three seconds, the display shows the default state again. Automatic search for a free channel 1. Press [AUTO]. ð The [AUTO] display blinks; the display shows the number of free channels available. 2.
Operating Locking or unlocking the keypad 1. Hold down [SET] until the symbol appears. ð All keys except for the main switch are locked. 2. To unlock the keypad, press [SET], until the symbol is no longer visible. ð The keys have their original function again. 6.2 Transmitter The keys for operating the device are accessible if you unscrew the bottom housing section.
Operating Select frequency If you don't wish to synchronize the transmitter with the receiver using the infra red interface, you can set the transmitting frequency manually in the configurable frequency group (user bank). 1. Keep pressing [SET] until the value in the [GP] field blinks on the display. 2. Use [SEL] to select the frequency group. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð The number in the [CH] field blinks. 3. Use [SEL] to select a channel within the set frequency group.
Operating Setting gain 1. Keep pressing [SET] until the number in the [GAIN] field blinks on the display. 2. Use [SEL] to change the transmitter gain in increments of 3 dB (–3 dB, 0 dB, 3 dB, 6 dB, 9 dB). Press [SET] to confirm the selection. Press the main switch to close the menu without making any changes. Setting transmitter power 1. Keep pressing [SET] until the 2. Use [SEL] to change the transmitter power (5 mW, 10 mW, 20 mW). symbol blinks on the display.
Operating Displaying frequency group and channel 1. Press [SEL]. ð The display shows the frequency group and channel being used. 2. Press [SEL] or wait five seconds to return to default state. Locking the keypad Hold down [SEL] until the symbol appears. ð All keys except for the main switch are locked. Unlocking the keypad To unlock the keypad, press [SEL], until the symbol is no longer displayed. ð The keys have their original function again.
Technical specifications 7 Technical specifications 7.1 Transmitter Carrier frequency UHF band (600 MHz…1,8 GHz) Frequency band the t.bone free solo HT 600 MHz (item no. 296199): 596 MHz…620 MHz the t.bone free solo HT 823 MHz (item no. 296196): 823 MHz…832 MHz the t.bone free solo HT 863 MHz (item no. 296197): 863 MHz…865 MHz the t.bone free solo HT 520 MHz (item no. 380965): 518 MHz…536 MHz the t.bone free solo HT 590 MHz (item no. 380966): 584 MHz…608 MHz Bandwidth the t.
Technical specifications the t.bone free solo HT 590 MHz (item no. 380966): 24 MHz Switching band width 25 kHz Modulation type Frequency modulation (FM) Maximum transmission power the t.bone free solo HT 740 MHz (item no. 296199): 20 mW the t.bone free solo HT 823 MHz (item no. 296196): 20 mW the t.bone free solo HT 863 MHz (item no. 296197): 10 mW the t.bone free solo HT 520 MHz (item no. 380965): 20 mW the t.bone free solo HT 590 MHz (item no.
Technical specifications Infrared connection range for synchronization between transmitter and receiver 80 mm Operating time > 8 h (with alkaline cells) Dimensions (L × D) 246 mm × 53 mm Weight 250 g 7.2 Receiver Output XLR chassis plug, balanced 1/4" phone socket (unbalanced) Sensitivity –102 dBm NF frequency response 50 Hz…15 kHz (±3 dB) THD < 0.
Technical specifications Voltage supply Plug-in power supply (12 V Dimensions (W × H × D, without antennas) 212 mm × 44 mm × 160 mm Weight 900 g / 1000 mA, centre positive) Carrier frequency, frequency band, number of channels, bandwidth, switching bandwidth and modulation type correspond to those of the transmitter.
Plug and connection assignment 8 Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Plug and connection assignment Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference.
Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (balanced) 1 Ground, shielding 2 Signal (in phase, +) 3 Signal (out of phase, –) 4 Shielding on plug housing (option) UHF wireless system 44
Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation.
Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy No sound 1. Check the power supply of the transmitter and receiver. 2. Make sure that both transmitter and receiver operate in the same frequency range. The frequency range is stated on the devices. 3. Are both transmitter and receiver set to the same channel? 4. Check the connection between the receiver and the connected audio device (amp, mixer).
Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de.
Protecting the environment 10 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste. Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
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