Audio Technica 1800 Series Setup And Operation Manual
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- Page 1 1800 Series w i r e l e s s Camera-mount UHF Wireless Microphone Systems (dual-channel) w i r e l e s s...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. This device complies with INDUSTRY CANADA R.S.S. 210, en conformité avec IC: RSS-210/CNR210. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference and 2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference which may cause undesired operation. -
Page 3: Components And System Configurations
1800 Series Components (dual-channel) Receiver and Included Components/Accessories Pouch with belt clip ATW-R1820 Two detachable Two 18" output cables, Dual-channel receiver antennas TA3F to XLRM (holds receiver) Note: All model numbers have an additional letter at the end to indicate frequency band. -
Page 4: System Features
System components of the 1800 Series and 3000 Series UHF wireless systems can be used interchangeably* * NOTE: The 1800 Series offers operating frequencies in 25 kHz steps, while the 3000 Series offers operating frequencies in 125 kHz steps. This means that not every frequency selectable on the 1800 Series components will be selectable on the 3000 Series components. -
Page 5: Quick Overview Of System Operation
Quick Overview of System Operation Thank you for purchasing this Audio-Technica 1800 Series Dual-channel Camera-mount UHF Wireless Microphone System. All 1800 Series systems are designed primarily to be used with video cameras, with the ATW-R1820 dual-channel receiver mounted on a camera and connected to the camera's audio input;... -
Page 6: Receiver Controls
ATW-R1820 Dual-channel Receiver Controls (front panel) Liquid Crystal Display shows battery status and frequency settings. (Use the Dual-channel Control Switch (6) to select frequencies for Receiver Channel 1 and Receiver Channel 2; in Hold position, only Receiver Channel 1 frequency appears in LCD.) Battery meter is only active when Dual-channel Control Switch is in the Hold position. - Page 7 (rear panel) Balanced Audio Output Jack: TA3M-type connector. Pin 1: ground (shield); Pin 2: “audio +”; Output A PIN 1 PIN 3 Pin 3: “audio -” . Use the included TA3F to XLRM interface cable to connect the receiver output to a balanced microphone-level input on a camera, mixer or integrated amplifier.
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Page 8: Operating The Receiver
ATW-R1820 Dual-channel Receiver Batteries Battery Selection Each ATW-R 1820 dual-channel receiver uses six 1.5V AA batteries, not included. Alkaline type is recommended. Always replace all batteries. Make certain the receiver power is Off before replacing batteries. Note: The ATW-R 1820 receiver also functions without batteries if connected to an external power supply (12V DC source, 500 mA nominal current, not included). - Page 9 3. To “back out” of the Manual Frequency Set mode without making a frequency choice, simply press the Set button once to exit the menu and return the receiver to normal operation. The word “ESCAPE” will appear in the window, and no changes in frequency setting will be made;...
- Page 10 Using the Automatic Scan Function First… to Set Receiver Frequency Turn the power on by moving the Power Switch to 1 (for single-channel operation). Then switch (single-channel operation) Dual-channel Control Switch to 1 (left position). Note: Output B is not active when Power Switch is in the “1”...
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Page 11: Transmitter Controls
ATW-T 1801 UniPak ® Body-pack & ATW-T 1802 Plug-on Transmitter Controls POWER MUTE The ATW-T 1801 UniPak ® body-pack transmitter includes a field-replaceable flexible antenna. For Antenna best results, allow the antenna to hang freely and full length from the bottom of the transmitter. If the received signal is marginal, experiment with different transmitter positions or try reposi- tioning the receiver. -
Page 12: Operating The Transmitter
Transmitter Batteries ATW-T1801 ATW-T1802 Battery Selection Each transmitter uses two 1.5V AA batteries, not included. Alkaline type is recommended. Always replace both batteries. Make certain the transmitter power is Off before replacing batteries. Transmitter Battery 1. Open the battery compartment door by sliding the catch down (on body-pack) or pushing in Installation direction of arrow (on plug-on transmitter). - Page 13 Function Menu Default Setting Choices (Edit) Wrap-around* Transmitter Functions Frequency Lowest in band 996 frequencies (25 kHz steps) RF Power RF LOW RF LOW, RF HI Audio Input Level +6 dB - 6 dB, 0 dB, +6 dB, +12 dB, +18 Power/Mute Locks NO.LOC NO.LOC, ALL.LOC,...
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Page 14: Tips For Best Results
Operating the Transmitter (continued) Restore Default Settings 1. A “PRESET” selection in the menu allows you to reset all transmitter functions to their factory-default values. 2. Press the Set button once to move to Menu mode. 3. Press the Up arrow twice to move to “PRESET” in the LCD window. 4. -
Page 15: Specifications
Specifications † Overall System UHF Operating Frequencies Band C: 541.500 to 566.375 MHz Band D: 655.500 to 680.375 MHz Number of Operating Frequencies 996 total per band (25 kHz increments) Frequency Stability ±0.005%, Phase Lock Loop frequency control Modulation Mode Normal Deviation ±10 kHz Operating Range... -
Page 16: Warranty
One -Year Limited Warranty Audio-Technica professional wireless systems purchased in the U.S.A. are warranted for one year from date of purchase by Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. (A.T.U.S.) to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. In event of such defect, product will be repaired promptly without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new product of equal or superior value if delivered to A.T.U.S.