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- Page 1 ULWS SERIES 16-CHANNEL UHF WIRELESS MICROPHONE SYSTEM PRODUCT MANUAL...
- Page 2 The ULWS-16 and ULWS-216 systems include a transmitter that’s equipped with a line input that enables the transmission of devices such as an audio mixer. Cardioid lavalier microphones provide flexible positioning options and discreet microphone placement.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CO N T E N T S Overview ......................................... 5-8 Precautions ........................................9 Instaling Batteries ....................................10 Mounting the Receiver ................................... 11 Connecting the Receiver ..................................12 Operating Instructions ..................................12-16 Mounting the Transmitter ..................................17 Receiver Operation ................................... 17-19 Specifications .................................... -
Page 4: Overview
O V E R V I E W R E C E I V E R ULWS-16 RF indicator 16 CH Down button Set button Up button LCD screen Power button Antenna B input Balanced 3-pin XLR output Unbalanced 1/4 in. output... - Page 5 R E C E I V E R ULWS-216 RF indicator Antenna B input Unbalanced 1/4 in. output LCD Screen Channel 2 balanced 3-pin (ch. 1 and 2 combined) Power button XLR output Power supply socket Down button Channel 1 balanced 3-pin Antenna A input Set button XLR output...
- Page 6 LC D S C R E E N Output volume level Transmitter gain Transmitter RF power Channel indicator Audio level meter Channel frequency RF input indicator Auto-lock icon Auto mute indicator A L S O I N C LU D E D •...
- Page 7 T R A N S M I T T E R Level control Microphone input Antenna TX LED Channel indicator LED Channel up/down buttons Battery compartment panel Tie clip Cardioid lavalier microphone Windscreen Line-level input Charging contacts Belt clip A L S O I N C LU D E D AA batteries (×2)
- Page 8 H A N D H E L D T R A N S M I T T E R Grille and windscreen Mic capsule Anti-roll ring LCD screen Channel indicator Battery meter Power switch Battery cover Battery compartment Channel selector button Gain level control Antenna...
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Page 9: Precautions
P R E C AU T I O N S • Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place. • Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss. Avoid listening at high volumes for extended periods of time. -
Page 10: Instaling Batteries
Tip: You can use rechargeable AA batteries with the transmitter, and recharge them by inserting them into the Polsen ULW-BBCH charger (sold separately). Use only rechargeable batteries with the charger. Do not attempt to charge standard batteries—this may result in damage to the unit and void the warranty. -
Page 11: Mounting The Receiver
M O U N T I N G T H E R E C E I V E R Use the mounting hardware (sold separately) to install the receiver into a standard 19-inch equipment rack. 1. With the included screws, mount the angled rack attachments to the sides of the receiver. 2. -
Page 12: Connecting The Receiver
C O N N E C T I N G T H E R E C E I V E R Balanced XLR Audio Output Use a balanced XLR cable to connect the output of the receiver to the balanced input on a mixing console. Unbalanced 1/4-Inch Audio Output The 1/4 in. - Page 13 3. Press the up or down buttons [ ] to select a channel. 4. Press set to confirm. 5. Look at the RF input indicator [ ] on the LCD screen. If it lights up or flickers, it indicates there’s interference on that channel.
- Page 14 Selecting channels: 1. Press and hold the up or down button [ ]for 2 seconds. The channel number on the LCD display [ ] will blink. 2. Change the channel with short presses of the up or down buttons while the channel number is blinking. 3.
- Page 15 10 seconds and then stop to indicate that the channel has been selected. Note: If you are using multiple ULWS-16 and ULWS-16-H wireless systems, make sure each system is set to a different channel—at least three channels apart as a guard band.
- Page 16 4. Adjust the audio output level on the receiver or the input level on your input device as necessary. Make sure a sufficient level is being recorded. The objective is to transmit the highest possible level without distortion for the best signal-to-noise ratio throughout the signal path. Important! It is not recommended to adjust the gain setting of the handheld transmitter.
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Page 17: Mounting The Transmitter
M O U N T I N G T H E T R A N S M I T T E R Once you have determined that the transmission quality and level are good, mount the beltpack transmitter to your talent. 1. -
Page 18: Receiver Operation
R E C E I V E R O P E R AT I O N Attaching the Antennas The receiver should always be used with the antennas attached. Insert an antenna into the antenna input jack on the back of the receiver, and twist the coupling nut a quarter- turn until secure. - Page 19 Manual Channel Selection To select a channel manually: 1. Press and hold the set button [ ] until the auto-lock icon [ ] turns off. 2. Press the set button repeatedly until the channel indicator [ ] blinks. 3. Use the up and down buttons [ ] to select the desired channel.
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Page 20: Specifications
≤140 ft. (40 m); 300 ft. (91.4 m) in optimum conditions R E C E I V E R DYNAMIC RANGE >102 dB SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO >98 dB OUTPUT ULWS-16: 1× XLR, 1× 1/4 in. ULWS-216: 2× XLR, 2× 1/4 in. - Page 21 Metal POWER REQUIREMENT 12 V, 5 A DC ULWS-16: 8.3 × 1.7 × 6.75 in. (21.2 × 4.4 × 17.1 cm) DIMENSIONS (W × H × D) ULWS-216: 16 × 1.7 × 6.75 in.(40.6 × 4.4 × 17.1 cm) WEIGHT ULWS-16: 1.7 lb.
- Page 22 MAXIMUM INPUT VOLTAGE 1000 mV INPUT 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) POWER SUPPLY Two AA batteries OPERATING TIME Approximately 8 hr. 4.4 × 2.6 × 1.1 in. (11.3 × 6.5 × 2.9 cm) DIMENSIONS WEIGHT With Batteries: 5 oz. (14.2 g); Without batteries: 3.3 oz. (94 g) M I C R O P H O N E TRANSDUCER Back electret condenser...
- Page 23 H A N D H E L D T R A N S M I T T E R TRANSDUCER Dynamic POLAR PATTERN Cardioid FREQUENCY RESPONSE 60 Hz to 18 kHz RF OUTPUT POWER 10 mW IMAGE REJECTION >55 dBc SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO 102 dB TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION...
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Page 24: Troubleshooting
Because of the widespread use of wireless technology, many RF signals pervade our environment. This can sometimes make it challenging to work with wireless systems like the ULWS-16 and ULWS-216. In some cases, you may be doing everything correctly and still be experiencing some difficulties. Included in this troubleshooting guide are some tools and tips for dealing with RF signals and interference. - Page 25 Problem Possible Cause Solution Comment The audio The input level Turn down the audio input level on your For general dialogue, try to keep the is noisy or on the recorder recording device. microphone-level in the target-level distorted. or mixer is too mark.
- Page 26 Problem Possible Cause Solution Comment There is no The batteries in Replace the dead batteries in the proper unit. Make sure to bring extra batteries audio or one of the units with you. the audio is are dead. intermittent. The audio cable Check the audio cable to make sure it’s reliable and is is unreliable, not shorting.
- Page 27 Problem Possible Cause Solution Comment There is no The audio levels Turn up the microphone level on the transmitter. The audio or are too low. target level mark on the transmitter is a good start. the audio is Adjust the headphone level on the receiver and listen intermittent.
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Page 28: Warranty
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Polsen Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Polsen along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.
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