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- Page 1 CONTACT 502A Wireless Microphone System OPERATING MANUAL AND USER GUIDE www.wharfedalepro.com ontact 502A User Manua2.indd 2010-11-9 16:49:...
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Page 2: Important Warnings And Safety Instructions
OPERATING MANUAL IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read and retain these safety instructions. Heed all warnings in the operating instructions and on the appliance. Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not install near sources of heat such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus that produce heat. Refer all servicing to authorised personnel. There are no user serviceable parts inside this product. Users should not attempt to service this product. Warranty nullification could result if this is attempted. - Page 3 Contact 502A units, etc.) BEFORE powering up amplifiers. Transient voltages from powering up source equipment can damage speakers if amplifiers are already turned on. Make sure that amplifier volumes are set to their minimum settings and power up any system amplifiers LAST. It is recommended...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
OPERATING MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Warnings and Safety Instructions ......1 Introduction ................4 Overview ................4 Features and contents ............5 Setting up the receiver............8 Receiver operation ..............9 Receiver controls ..............9 Placement of the Receiver ..........10 Notice ................... 11 Names and Functions ............11 Battery installation ............... 12 Specification ................ 13 Warranty................14 ontact 502A User Manua2.indd 2010-11-9 16:49:... -
Page 5: Introduction
Whar fedale Pro microphone and wish to thank you for entrusting us with your sound. Please take a few minutes to read this manual completely in order to ensure that you get the most out of your Contact 502A Wireless microphone. CONTACT 502A OVERVIEW: Thank you for selecting the Contact 502A dual-channel UHF wireless microphone system. This system can receive signals from two microphones simultaneously. It uses digital circuitry to distinguish the intensity of the signals received by the two antennas. Each channel has a volume control, function buttons and is controlled by a dedicated CPU. An LED display Shows information for each channel. Function buttons include:... -
Page 6: Features And Contents
OPERATING MANUAL FEATURES • Antenna diversity system with 2 antennas • High sensitivity handheld dynamic microphones with integrated transmitters • Infrared link for automatic synchronisation of transmitters and receiver • Automatic scanning for interference free channels • 100 meter operating range • Intelligent battery status display for each channel • Up to 8 hours of continuous use from 2x AA batteries • Automatic microphone off in low battery conditions • Worldwide multi-voltage switching power supply CONTENTS 1 x Wireless receiver 2 x Antennas 2 x Dynamic microphones with built in transmitters 2 x ¼” jack cables 1 x Power supply 1 x User manual 4 x AA batteries 1 x Rack mount kit ontact 502A User Manua2.indd 2010-11-9 16:49:... - Page 7 Contact 502A FRONT PANEL OF THE DUAL CHANNEL RECEIVER: Fig.1 POWER: Toggles the power on and off. 2) VOLUME CONTROL (Channels A & B): Sets the level for each channel. G R O U P ( C h a n n e l s A & B ) : C r e a t e g r o u p s o f microphones, which is useful when many microphones are used simultaneously.
- Page 8 OPERATING MANUAL REAR PANEL OF THE DUAL CHANNEL RECEIVER: Fig.2 12) Antenna Connectors 13) Output B: ¼” unbalanced jack output connector for CH B. 14) O U T PU T M O D E S w i tc h: U s e “ M I X ED ” to o ut p ut both microphones from output A. Use “SEPAR ATE”...
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Page 9: Setting Up The Receiver
Contact 502A SETTING UP THE RECEIVER Output connection: Fig.3 Fig.3a Install the two antennas on the rear panel as shown in Fig.3a. Connect the power supply as shown in Fig.3. (Caution: Ensure the power supply has the correct rating for your local AC supply) Connect audio leads from the output of each channel to an input on a mixer or powered speaker. When the output cable is connected to an auxiliary or line input the “OUTPUT LEVEL” switch (16) should be set to the... -
Page 10: Receiver Operation
OPERATING MANUAL RECEIVER OPERATION: Before tur ning on the rec eiver, make c er tain the transmitter is off. Also ensure that the volume for CH A and CH B are set to minimum. Ensure that your output devices are muted or set to the lowest possible level before turning on the Contact 502A, then hold down the power button of the receiver until the LED displays illuminate. Turn on the wireless microphone. The RF indicator light of the corresponding channel will illuminate. Turn the volume of the receiver to 12 o’clock. Raise the level of your output devices and then speak into the microphone. -
Page 11: Placement Of The Receiver
Contact 502A LOCK and UNLOCK: If you wish to lock the controls on the front panel to avoid accidental adjustments, set the “LOCK/UNLOCK” switch (17) to the “LOCK” position. All the buttons will be disabled except the “POWER” button. To enable the front panel controls slide the switch to the “UNLOCK” position. SQUELCH: There are two adjustable SQUELCH controls on the rear panel of the receiver. The SQUELCH value of the A and B channel should be adjusted to improve sound quality, and can be used to minimise unwanted hiss or distrortion. PLACEMENT OF THE RECEIVER In order to achieve the best results, the receiver should Have a minimum 1 metre clearance on all sides from the floor or walls. -
Page 12: Notice
OPERATING MANUAL NOTICE: • The position of the antenna will affect the reception, so minimise the distance between the microphone and receiver where possible. • Several sets of wireless microphones can be used simultaneously with this system. Please consult your dealer or distributor for correct frequencies. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS: Pop shield: Protects the microphone capsule from damage and reduces the “pop” noise (from “P’s” and “B's”) as well as wind noise. -
Page 13: Battery Installation
Contact 502A BATTERY INSTALLATION Fig.7 Unscrew the upper par t (2) of the microphone in a counter-clockwise direction Install the two AA batteries according to the polarity as shown in the battery compartment, and screw the upper part tight. Operating Functions of the LCD Panel 1) When the power switch is in position 1, the LCD displays all the content, then displays the power value for a second. -
Page 14: Specification
OPERATING MANUAL NOTE: When the microphone is not in use, remember to turn off the power supply. If you will not use the microphone for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage. If you are using rechargeable batteries, remove the batteries and charge them in their charger. SPECIFICATIONS I. Receiver Cabinet Size EIA Standard 1U Channels Two Channel Receiving Manner Automatic via Antenna Oscillation Mode PLL (Phase Locked Loop), frequency compounded. Carrier Frequency Range UHF 529~865MHz Stability ±0.005%(-10~50 ºC) Bandwidth 13MHz Sensitivity 4μV (S/N>12dB 25KHz deviation) Frequency Interval 250KHz Switched Frequencies 50 channel > 100 dB(A) T.H.D. < 1% at 1KHz Frequency Response 60 - 15KHz (±3dB) Functional Distance >... -
Page 15: Warranty
F4 780 – 806 F4A 780 – 793 F4B 793 – 806 F5 838 – 865 F5A 838 – 841 F5B 852 – 865 WHARFEDALE PRO LIMITED WARRANTY Wharfedale Pro Contact 502A Wireless Microphone Systems are warranted of manufacturing or material defects for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. In the event of malfunction, contact your authorised Wharfedale Pro dealer or distributor for information. - Page 16 Wharfedale Professional IAG HOUSE, Sovereign Court, Ermine Business Park Huntingdon, Cambs, PE29 6XU, England www.wharfedalepro.com Wharfedale Professional reserves the right to alter or improve specifications without notice. All rights reserved © 2010 Wharfedale Pro. Wharfedale Pro is a member of the IAG Group. ontact 502A User Manua2.indd 2010-11-9 16:49:...