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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. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. Example: Switch on the device. Press [Auto]. ð Automatic operation is started. Switch off the device. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
General information Cross-references References to other locations in this manual are identified by an arrow and the specified page number. In the electronic version of the manual, you can click the cross-reference to jump to the specified location. Example: See Ä...
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
Safety instructions 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.
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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. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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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.
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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. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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. The UHF Wireless System free solo Twin HT is comprised of the following components: 19" Diversity receiver –...
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Outputs: XLR, 1/4" phone socket – 19" rack mountable (1 RU) – Power supply: 12 V , a suitable power supply is included Transmitter: two battery powered bodypack transmitter free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Features Your UHF Wireless System free solo HTPT is comprised of the following components: 19" Diversity receiver – Two antennas for optimum reception quality – Automatic frequency scanning – Infrared interface for sending the frequency selection from the receiver to the trans‐ mitter –...
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Available channels per quency groups group the t.bone free solo 520 MHz the t.bone free solo 590 MHz the t.bone free solo 660 MHz the t.bone free solo 823 MHz free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
Installation and starting up Installation and starting up 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.
Rack mounting The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19" rack; it occupies one rack unit. The fixing material required for assembly is included. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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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.
Open the lid of the battery compartment by sliding it in the direction of the arrow, and insert the batteries. Pay attention to the correct location of the poles. Close the battery compartment and turn the transmitter on. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Installation and starting up Connecting microphone of Ensure that the transmitter is switched off. instrument Connect the microphone or instrument cable to the input on the transmitter (mini-XLR panel connector). Turn on the transmitter and check the transmission by using the microphone or instru‐ ment.
Connections and controls Connections and controls 5.1 Receiver Front panel free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Connections and controls 1 [POWER] Press the switch for several seconds to switch the device on or off. Press the switch once briefly to mute the device. All previous settings are retained even when you switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains. 2 Infra red receiver.
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Connections and controls 8 [AUTO] Starts an automatic search to find a free channel. 12 UHF antenna. One antenna is available per channel. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Connections and controls Rear panel UHF wireless system...
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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. 12 [ANTENNA-B] UHF antenna. One antenna is available per channel. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Connections and controls Display UHF wireless system...
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Shows the set squelch level for the radio signal. Setting the squelch too high will lower the dynamics of the system. 19 [RF] Shows the level of the radio signal received. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Connections and controls 20 Shows the battery status of the transmitter from which the device just received a signal. 21 [AUTO] Shows that an automatic search is running to find a free channel. 22 [IR] Shows that an infra red signal is being received 23 [FREQUENCY] Indicates the frequency that is assigned to the set combination of frequency group and channel.
Connections and controls 5.2 Handheld microphone free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Connections and controls 31 Display (see Ä Table on page 36). 32 Microphone head grill to prevent damage and to reduce wind and breath 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.
Connections and controls 5.3 Bodypack transmitter free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Connections and controls 61 Display (see Ä Table on page 36). 62 Antenna. 63 [MUTE] Shows that the device has been muted. 64 [BATT LOW] / [ON] Blinks when the battery is too low. 65 [SET] Opens the menu. 66 Buttons Increases or decreases the currently displayed value.
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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. 71 Indicating the frequency range in which the device operates. 72 Retaining clamp. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Connections and controls 51 [FREQUENCY] / [GP] / [CH] Depending on selected menu item: Indicates the frequency that is assigned to the set combination of frequency group and channel. Displays the set frequency group and the set channel. Indicates that the unit is locked to prevent unintentional operation. 53 [GAIN] Shows the level of the radio signal sent.
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56 Shows the output power. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
Operating Operating 6.1 Receiver Selecting frequency Press [SET]. ð The display [GP]) flashes. Use the arrow keys to select the frequency group. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð The display [CH]) flashes. Use the arrow keys to select a channel within the set frequency group. If you have selected frequency group ‘U’...
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Use the arrow buttons to set the desired value. The current value is shown on the right side of the display. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð After three seconds, the display shows the normal sate again. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Operating Automatic search for a free channel Press [AUTO]. ð The display [AUTO] flashes, the display shows the number of free channels available. Use the arrow keys to select one of the free channels. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð...
First set the value before the decimal point, then press [SET] and set the value after the decimal point. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð After a few seconds, the display shows the default state again. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Operating Setting gain Press [SET] until the figure in the [GAIN] field flashes in the display. 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.
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ð All keys except for the main switch are locked. Unlocking the keypad To cancel the key lock, press [SEL] until the symbol disappears. ð The keys have their original function again. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
Operating 6.3 Bodypack transmitter The keys for operating the device are located under the flap on the front side. 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).
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Use the arrow keys to change the transmitter power (5 mW, 10 mW, 20 mW). Press [SET] to confirm the selection. Press the main switch to close the menu without making any changes. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Operating Displaying frequency group and channel Press . ð The display shows the frequency group and channel being used. Press [SET] or wait five seconds to return to default state. Locking the keypad Press 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.
412 mm × 44 mm × 160 mm Weight 2 kg Carrier frequency, frequency band, number of channels, bandwidth, switching bandwidth and modulation type correspond to those of the transmitter. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
Plug and connection assignment 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. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐ anced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) UHF wireless system...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
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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.
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Troubleshooting If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...
Protecting the environment 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.
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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. free solo Twin HT free solo Twin PT free solo Twin HTPT...