Contents Important safety instructions ... 2 The AC 3200 active transmitter combiner 8:1 ... 5 Delivery includes ... 5 Connection diagram ... 6 Product overview ... 7 Putting the AC 3200 into operation ... 8 Preparing the AC 3200 for use ... 8 Connecting the antenna ...
10. Protect the mains cable from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the device. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the device.
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Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by Sennheiser or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
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Important safety instructions Intended use of the device Intended use of the AC 3200 includes: using the device for professional purposes, having read this instruction manual especially the chapter “Important safety instructions” on page 2, using the device within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual.
8:1 With the AC 3200 active transmitter combiner, the signals of up to eight Sennheiser wireless monitoring transmitters can be combined onto a single antenna, e.g. the A 2003 UHF directional antenna, the A 1031 U omni-directional antenna or the A 5000 CP circularly polarized UHF antenna.
Product overview Product overview » 70 W Rack mount “ears” Air vents (on the sides) 8 LEDs: operation indicators of the RF inputs On/off switch IEC mains socket 8 RF inputs RF IN 1 RF IN 8 for connecting the transmitters BNC socket for antenna output...
Putting the AC 3200 into operation Putting the AC 3200 into operation Preparing the AC 3200 for use You can set up the AC 3200 on an even surface or mount it into a 19" rack. Setting up the device CAUTION! To ensure that the AC 3200 cannot slip on the surface on which it is placed, four self-adhesive soft rubber feet are supplied.
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Ensure that the base of the AC 3200 is clean and free from grease before fitting the rubber feet. Fix the rubber feet to the base of the AC 3200 by peeling off the backing paper and fitting them as shown in the diagram on the left.
Putting the AC 3200 into operation To mount the AC 3200 into a 19" rack: Slide the AC 3200 into the 19" rack. Secure the rack mount “ears” screws (not included). Connecting the antenna CAUTION! The AC 3200 active transmitter combiner can be used with either the A 2003 UHF directional antenna, the A 1031 U omni- directional antenna or the A 5000 CP circularly polarized UHF antenna.
Connecting the mains cable Connect the suitable mains cable to the IEC mains socket and to the mains. Note: 70 W The AC 3200 can be connected to any mains power supply with 100 V to 240 V AC (50 to 60 Hz). Switching the AC 3200 on and off »...
Recommendations and tips for optimum reception Recommendations and tips for optimum reception There should be a “free line of sight” between transmitting and receiving antennas. To avoid overloading the receiver, observe a minimum distance of 5 m between transmitting and receiving antennas. Observe a minimum distance of 50 cm between the transmitting antenna and metal objects (such as cross members or reinforced-concrete walls).
If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser agent for assistance. If a problem occurs ... Possible solution...
Accessories and spare parts Accessories and spare parts The following accessories are available from your Sennheiser partner: Cat. No. Accessory/spare part 003658 A 2003 UHF passive directional antenna 004645 A 1031 U passive omni-directional antenna 500887 A 5000 CP circularly polarized UHF antenna...
Specifications Frequency range Distribution attentuation RF input power nominal value inputs protected up to max. 250 mW Impedance Power supply Power consumption Temperature range Weight Type approvals Area Conformity USA: FCC-Part 74.861 FCC ID: DMOAC3200 / limited to 698 MHz! Canada: RSS-123 IC: 2099A-AC3200...
Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our web site at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. 0682 CE Declaration of Conformity This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directives 1999/5/EC and 2006/95/EC.