Loop Configurations / Set Up 10-13 Troubleshooting 14-15 Technical Specification Warranty Standards Contacta has a policy of continuous product development, therefore small specification changes may not be reflected in this manual. Images, labels, packaging, accessories and product colours are subject to change without notice.
Product Overview Our HLD9 is a pioneering modular hearing loop driver for perimeter or phased array configurations, suitable for large area applications such as theatres, conference facilities, sports arenas, concert halls and auditoria. The HLD9 uses cutting edge switching converter technology to deliver high efficacy and high performance with low noise.
5. Input 2 (Line) - Balanced XLR or ¼” TRS jack to ohmically isolated input. 6. Expansion. CAUTION: For connection to other Contacta systems only. 7. Feature - External monitor & control, Contacta communications processor. CAUTION: This is not a telecommunications port. 8. NL4 Loop Output Connection.
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Audio Connections: Mic & Line XLR connector Unbalanced TRS Jack Ring Sleeve SOURCE + (Signal) Phantom Power 1: Screen/Shield 2: + (Signal Hot) 3: - (Signal Cold) Line Unbalanced Mono TS Jack Unbalanced Mono TS Jack Sleeve Sleeve SOURCE SOURCE + (Signal) + (Signal) hot - (Signal) cold...
Setting up the Driver Front Panel Overview: Shows MIC level Shows LINE level Shows DRIVE level contacta HLD9 LINE DRIVE CLIP CLIP PERIMETER STATUS ACTIVE ACTIVE PRIMARY POWER PHTM LOW SIG SECONDARY Driver Modes: Normal Operation Mode – The driver is fully functional. However, the controls on the front do not change the driver operation.
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Engineers mode – In this mode there are additional items that can be adjusted, such as driver type, phantom power and high frequency compensation. contacta HLD9 You must first be in adjustment mode (see page 7). Then, to enter the LINE...
Changing the driver type You must be in engineers mode to change the driver type. Ensure you have selected PAGE 1. contacta HLD9 • When only this first light is illuminated and the driver is in the LINE DRIVE contacta HLD9...
4. Connect the input signal to the LINE input unless you are directly connecting a microphone. If testing with our Test Signal Generator (TSG), connect to the HLD9’s LINE input. contacta HLD9 5. For either input signal (in adjustment mode) increase the...
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Secondary Driver Setup contacta HLD9 LINE DRIVE CLIP CLIP PERIMETER ACTIVE ACTIVE PRIMARY STATUS PHTM LOW SIG SECONDARY POWER To adjust drive when you have selected your mode press DRIVE + and - together. The status LED will flash. •...
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High Frequency Compensation (PAGE 2) PAGE 2 settings are for the high frequency compensation which is required to compensate for loss of high frequencies due to the presence of metal within the proximity of the loop. contacta HLD9 LINE DRIVE CLIP...
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Firmware Revision Indication (PAGE 4) THIS MODE IS DISPLAY ONLY: NO SETUP CAN BE CHANGED. contacta HLD9 LINE DRIVE CLIP CLIP PERIMETER ACTIVE ACTIVE PRIMARY STATUS POWER PHTM LOW SIG SECONDARY PAGE 4 firmware PAGE 4 is identified by When you are ready to move...
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Fault Action I’ve adjusted the HF comp 1) The driver is working close 1) Check loop characteristics. and see no change. to maximum output so there is If response OK at 1 amp, the not enough headroom for the headroom is inadequate.
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1) Reduce input level setting. up too high for signal level at input jack. 2) Input signal is distorted. 2) Check signal source. HLD = Hearing Loop Driver. If no action is successful please seek assistance from your distributor or a Contacta installer.
Weight 3.8lbs Construction/Finish Front & Rear: Mild Steel / Top & Bottom: Aluminium Powder Coated Black Continual improvement policy Contacta has a policy of continual improvement for its products. This means that designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Bespoke and made to order products are non-refundable. Contact us using distributors@contacta.co.uk if you’d like to request to return a product. Please state the date of purchase, invoice number and your reason for return. On receipt of returned items we will issue you a credit note for the cost of the product.
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Contacta Systems LTD or an authorised partner could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Local dealer: UK & ROW US & Canada +44 (0) 1732 223900 +1 616 392 3400 sales@contacta.co.uk info@contactainc.com Contacta Systems Ltd. Office 13, Dana Trading Estate Transfesa Road Paddock Wood, Tonbridge TN12 6UT www.contacta.co.uk...
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