free solo PT 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 15.07.2021, ID: 296201, 296204, 296206, ...
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......................................................................................................................................... 36 7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 40 7.1 Transmitter......................................................................................................................................... 40 7.2 Receiver...................
General information 1 General information This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual. Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development.
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 NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’ of this user manual.
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. NOTICE! Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some time cause permanent dark stains.
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 PT consists of the following components: n 9.
Features The system operates with pre-programmed frequency groups. The following table shows the number of available pre-programmed groups and the number of pre-programmed frequen‐ cies in each group. Type Pre-programmed fre‐ quency groups Available channels per group the t.bone free solo PT 600 MHz (item no. 296201) 14 15 the t.bone free solo PT 823 MHz (item no. 296204) 8 8 the t.bone free solo PT 863 MHz (item no. 296206) 1 16 the t.bone free solo PT 660 MHz (item no.
Installation and starting up 4 Installation and starting up 4.1 General Information Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product 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 starting up 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 starting up 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 starting up 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.
Installation and starting up Connecting the microphone or instrument to the transmitter n Ensure that the transmitter is switched off. n Connect the microphone or instrument cable to the input on the transmitter (mini-XLR panel connector). n Turn on the transmitter and check the transmission by using the microphone or instru‐ ment. If necessary, adjust the amplification of the transmitter and the levels on your mixing console or your amplifier.
Connections and operating elements 5 Connections and operating elements 5.1 Receiver Front panel . # - & ' iR DATA SYNC +3 GP -10 -20 -25 ADL -30 AF free solo 30 888. 888 IR SET 35 FREQUENCY -15 40 A B CH 18.
Connections and operating elements 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 Infrared 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 operating elements 8 [AUTO] Starts an automatic search to find a free channel. 12, 13 Suitable UHF antennas The receiver evaluates the radio signal coming from both antennas and selects the signal with the higher quality for further processing.
Connections and operating elements Rear panel D.C 12-18V 500mA BALANCED OUTPUT * + UNBALANCED OUTPUT , ANTENNA-B - UHF wireless system 22 FREQ. 863~865MHz / ANTENNA-A .
Connections and operating elements 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] XLR panel plug as balanced audio signal output for direct connection to a mixer, a power amp or recording device. 11 [UNBALANCED OUTPUT] 1/4" phone socket as unbalanced audio signal output for direct connection to a mixer, a power amp or recording device.
Connections and operating elements Display 0 +3 GP 1 2 3 -5 - 10 35 30 888. 888 FREQUENCY - 15 - 20 - 25 - 30 AF ; : IR 9 MHz 25 20 15 10 AUTO 8 7 UHF wireless system 24 40 A B CH 18.
Connections and operating elements 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 Indicates that the receiver does not receive a signal, e.g. because the transmitter is disabled, the connection is inter‐ rupted or the channel is just changing. 19 [A/B] Shows which of the two antennas is currently being used for signal transmission. 20 [SQ] Shows the set squelch level for the radio signal.
Connections and operating elements 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] Indicates that an infrared signal is being received. 25 [FREQUENCY] Indicates the frequency that is assigned to the set combination of frequency group and channel.
Connections and operating elements 5.2 Transmitter B B C D BATT LOW ON A MUTE 838.
Connections and operating elements 31 Display 32 Antenna 33 [MUTE] Shows that the device has been muted. 34 [BATT LOW] / [ON] Blinks when the battery is too low. 35 [SET] Opens the menu. 36 , keys Increases or decreases the currently displayed value. 37 Battery holder for two round cell batteries (AA, LR06), 1.5 V or comparable rechargeable batteries.
Connections and operating elements 39 INPUT Mini-XLR chassis plug for connecting a microphone or instrument. 40 Main switch Press the switch for several seconds to switch the device on or off. Press the switch once briefly to mute the input. When the transmitter is muted, the symbol does not appear on the receiver display. 41 Indicating the frequency range in which the device operates. The specification here must match the specification printed on the back of the receiver.
Connections and operating elements 51 [FREQUENCY] / [GP] / [CH] Depending on selected menu item: 838. 000 FREQUENCY GP 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. MHz CH GAIN 0 52 Indicates that the unit is locked to prevent unintentional operation. dB 53 [GAIN] Shows the level of the radio signal sent. 54 Battery level indicator.
Connections and operating elements 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 Selecting 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 ð The display shows that the receiver is being adjusted to the new frequency. After a few seconds, the display shows the normal sate again. 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.
Operating Setting the output level In case of model versions for the 1.8 GHz range, you can set the output level directly with the arrow buttons. In case of other model versions, proceed as follows: 1. Hold down [SET] until the [AF] area blinks on the display. 2. Use the arrow buttons to set the desired value. The current value is shown on the left side of the display. 3. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð After three seconds, the display shows the default state again. Setting squelch 1.
Operating Automatic search for a free channel 1. Press [AUTO]. ð The [AUTO] display blinks; the display shows the number of free channels available. 2. Use the arrow keys to select one of the free channels. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð After three seconds, the display shows the default state again. 3. If the system does not find a free channel within five seconds, it automatically returns to the default state.
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 located under the flap on the front side.
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 the arrow keys to select the frequency group. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð The number in the [CH] field blinks. 3. Use the arrow keys 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 the arrow keys to change the transmitter gain in increments of 3 dB (-6 dB, -3 dB, 0 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 the arrow keys to change the transmitter power (5 mW, 10 mW, 20 mW). symbol blinks on the display.
Operating Displaying frequency group and channel 1. Press . ð The display shows the frequency group and channel being used. 2. Press [SET] or wait five seconds to return to normal state. Locking the keypad Hold down until the symbol appears. ð All keys except for the main switch are locked. Unlocking the keypad To unlock the keypad, press , 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 PT 600 MHz (item no. 296201): 596 MHz…620 MHz the t.bone free solo PT 823 MHz (item no. 296204): 823 MHz…832 MHz the t.bone free solo PT 863 MHz (item no. 296206): 863 MHz…865 MHz the t.bone free solo PT 660 MHz (item no. 380970): 675 MHz…679 MHz Bandwidth the t.bone free solo PT 600 MHz (item no. 296201): 24 MHz the t.
Technical specifications Modulation type Frequency modulation (FM) Maximum transmission power the t.bone free solo PT 600 MHz (item no. 296201): 20 mW the t.bone free solo PT 823 MHz (item no. 296204): 20 mW the t.bone free solo PT 863 MHz (item no. 296206): 10 mW the t.bone free solo PT 660 MHz (item no. 380970): 20 mW Spurious response rejection ratio > 55 dBc Peak deviation ± 55 kHz NF frequency response 60 Hz…18 kHz Total harmonic distortion (THD) < 0.
Technical specifications Dimensions (W × D × H, without antenna) 64 mm × 23 mm × 98 mm Weight 90 g Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) UHF wireless system 42
Technical specifications 7.2 Receiver Input connections Power supply Input socket for external power adapter Output connections Audio signal XLR chassis plug, balanced 1/4" phone socket (unbalanced) Sensitivity –102 dBm NF frequency response 50 Hz…15 kHz (±3 dB) Total harmonic distortion (THD) < 0.
Technical specifications Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) Carrier frequency, frequency band, number of channels, bandwidth, switching bandwidth and modulation type correspond to those of the transmitter.
Technical specifications Further information Guitar channels 1 Transmission technology Analog Transmitter type Bodypack transmitter Receiver type Stationary Detachable antenna BNC Charging system No Built-in battery No Suitable antennas converter Optionally available (item no.
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) Mini-XLR connections for signal input on the transmitter 1 Ground, shielding 2 Signal (in phase, +) 3 Signal (out of phase, –) 4 Shielding on plug housing (option) A mini-XLR panel connector serves as a signal input on the transmitter. The figure and the table show the mini-XLR pin assignment.
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 transmitter and receiver. 2. Make sure that transmitter and receiver are operating in the same frequency range. The frequency range can be found on the devices. 3. Are transmitter and receiver set to the same channel? 4. Test the connection between the receiver and the connected audio device (amplifier, mixer).
Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy 2. If you use more than one wireless system at the same time, check the used frequencies and channels. 3. Interference can also be caused by other radio or in-ear systems. 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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