Electro-Voice RE3 Series Installation Manual

Electro-Voice RE3 Series Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 RE3 UHF Wireless Installation manual...
  • Page 2 | Table of contents RE3 UHF Wireless 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    RE3-HHT setup menu RE3-BPT bodypack transmitter Product identification LCD display Installing batteries RE3-BPT Setup Menu Accessories for RE3 Troubleshooting and FAQ 11.1 Troubleshooting 11.2 Frequently Asked Questions Technical data Frequency Group / Channel Tables Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 4: Safety, Precautions, And Notices

    12. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 5: Battery Precautions

    For information on getting permission for reprints and excerpts, contact Electro-Voice. All content including specifications, data, and illustrations in this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 6: Licensing, Certifications, Restrictions And Manufacturers Declarations

    FCC Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR, Section 2.1077 Compliance Information Product Identifier: Electro-Voice: RE3 Wireless Receiver, AASP Active Antenna Splitter, ALPA Active Log Periodic Antenna, RFAMP Antenna Booster, BC2 Battery Charger Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 7 Licensing: A ministerial license to operate this equipment may be required in certain areas. Consult your national authority for possible requirements. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Electro-Voice could void your authority to operate the equipment. Licensing of Electro-Voice wireless microphone equipment is the user’s responsibility, and licensability depends on the user’s classification and application, and upon the selected frequencies on which it...
  • Page 8 Always consult your national authority before placing equipment into operation as requirements and spectrum usage can change. 1.4.5 AU and NZ This device operates under an ACMA class license and must comply with all the terms of that license including operating frequencies. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 9: Short Information

    Handheld set with RE520 head 803-806MHz RE3-BPOL-5L Bodypack set, omni lavalier 488-524MHz RE3-BPOL-5H Bodypack set, omni lavalier 560-596MHz RE3-BPOL-6M Bodypack set, omni lavalier 653-663MHz RE3-BPOL-8M Bodypack set, omni lavalier 823-865MHz RE3-BPOL-T Bodypack set, omni lavalier 803-806MHz Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 10: Shipping Contents

    Receiver antennas Receiver power supply with four power convention specific AC plug clips Rack-mount brackets Rack-mount bracket hole filler plugs Pack of four (4) screws to mount rack brackets Safety booklet Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 11: Description

    Description Thank you for choosing an Electro-Voice wireless microphone product. Please take time to consult this manual to understand all the features and functions built into your Electro-Voice wireless set and fully utilize its performance capabilities. RE3 is a range of RF wireless microphone products operating in the UHF portion of the radio spectrum.
  • Page 12 Selectable hi and low transmitter power in most global regions.  Extensive selection of optional system accessories available  See also Technical data, page 58 Frequency Group / Channel Tables, page 67 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 13: Glossary Of Terms

    Multi-channel A system made up of two or more sets where each set is tuned to a specific system frequency (channel) which does not interfere with the operation of other Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 14 When using multiple sets operating in the same frequency band, each set must be operating on a frequency-coordinated channel within the same group. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 15: Best Practices For Successful Operation

    Low is likely to be sufficient when the set is in a small to medium size room or space. High may be the best choice for large rooms or spaces where the distance between transmitter and receiver antennas is substantial or existing RF conditions limit the range Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 16 This is a good method to follow when maximizing a high channel count system potential. Based on RF conditions in the operating vicinity, select appropriate numbers of sets from available bands in your country to achieve a desired high channel count system. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 17: Quick Setup

    Hold the transmitter in place until the sync process is complete. Upon successful sync the transmitter will be tuned to the receiver and ready for use. Ensure transmitter input sensitivity is set for best signal level Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 18 LED lit on emphasis peaks. An occasional red LED is OK, but a constant, solid red LED should be avoided. c. Adjust transmitter input sensitivity until item b above is achieved. Upon successful completion of this section, your set is ready for operation. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 19: Re3-Rx Receiver

    The LED will remain solid green after a successful sync operation. If sync fails, the LED will flash green slowly and constantly until a successful sync operation. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 20 XLR audio output jack (XLRM). Using a standard balanced microphone AF output jack cable, connect this to the balanced microphone input jack (mic level) (balanced audio) on a mixer, powered loudspeaker, or signal processor. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 21 Connection point for receiver’s external power supply. This is where a 16 DC power jack DC distribution lead connects when using the optional AASP antenna splitter. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 22: Lcd Display

    The portion of the receiver’s tuned frequency to the right of the decimal Frequency in kHz in thousands. Group number The group number of the receiver’s tuned frequency. Channel The channel number of the receiver’s tuned frequency. RE3-RX setup menu 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 23 Submenu selection to access manual control in setting group and channel. 3. Group/Channel Selecting opens Group/Channel submenu. Submenu selection to access squelch setting to control background radio 4. Squelch noise. Selecting opens squelch submenu. Factory default is 0 (zero). Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 24 Press SET to start, or SYNC to quit. Wait for scanning process to complete. When scan is complete, view the results list. Scroll through groups using ▲ or ▼ noting open channel quantity per group. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 25 During a session, you can return to the result list to select a different group and channel, or just a different channel within the same group. Enter the main menu and select Scan by pressing SET. Press ▼ to scroll down to Result List. Press SET to enter Result List. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 26 Some channel numbers may be skipped because they were not clear at the time of the scan. Press SET to save. This selects that group and channel the set will operate on. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 27 Pressing ▲ increases frequency in increments of 1 MHz per press, pressing ▼decreases frequency in increments of 1 MHz per press. Press SET to move to next set of three digits. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 28 Either scroll ▼down to Exit and press SET, or briefly press SYNC on the receiver front panel to return to the home screen. The selected custom Frequency displays on the home screen. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 29 Press SET to save and return to main menu. Either scroll ▼down to Exit and press SET, or briefly press SYNC on the receiver front panel to return to the home screen. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 30 Attenuate Off or On microphone output and the transmitter’s audio input preamp. Selects transmitter RF output power. This option is band RFPower specific. Lo or High NOTE: 8M Band is not adjustable. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 31 Press SET to save changes and return to main menu. Either scroll ▼down to Exit and press SET, or briefly press SYNC on the receiver front panel to return to the home screen. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 32 From the main menu, press the ▼ button to scroll down to Antenna Power. The display choices are ON or OFF. To select, pressing the ▲ button toggles from OFF to ON, and the ▼ button toggles from ON to OFF. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 33 Entering the menus is not possible when Keylock is on. Keylock must be turned off to access menus. Press and hold SET for two seconds to enter Keylock screen. The display shows the setting of ON. Press the▼ button to toggle from ON to OFF. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 34 Either scroll ▼down to Exit and press SET, or briefly press SYNC on the receiver front panel to return to the home screen. The contrast and brightness changes will impact the appearance of all screens. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 35 CH:1 as default. 7.3.17 Exit Select item c, Exit to return to home screen. From the main menu, press the ▼ button to scroll down to Exit. Press SET. The home screen displays. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 36: Re3-Hht Handheld Transmitter

    RE420-RC3, and RE520-RC3. The heads are interchangeable via the easy-to-use thread-on connection. Transmitter handle / This section provides a primary gripping and mounting area, and battery cover serves as sliding cover for the battery compartment. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 37 This menu navigation button adjusts the value of an editable parameter. Pressing the ▼ button will decrease the displayed value of 13 ▼ down button the current parameter, or the next state condition value below the displayed state value. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 38: Lcd Display

    Battery status icon = between 10% and 19% charge remains. = below 10% charge remains. BATTLo appears on the display and the empty cell icon begins flashing when batteries are nearing empty. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 39: Installing Batteries

    Once in parameter edit mode, pressing SET multiple times will advance through the adjustable parameters one parameter per press. The press and hold of SET to enter parameter edit mode counts as the first SET button press. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 40 12dB, -9dB, -6dB, -3dB, 0dB, 3dB, sensitivity setting value 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 15dB. To save changes: Press SET while displaying sensitivity numeric value. SENSIT is displayed briefly / returns to home screen. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 41: Re3-Bpt Bodypack Transmitter

    StorE is displayed / returns to home screen. While pressing and holding ▲, press and hold SET for two seconds to turn lock OFF. will disappear and transmitter is unlocked. RE3-BPT bodypack transmitter Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 42: Product Identification

    This is a multi-purpose status alert LED: Sync / battery low. Glows Battery alert LED solid red when battery low. Flashing blue while syncing. Solid blue for 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 43 BC2 battery charger and rechargeable (two) cells. This is the audio input jack where the audio input device (lavalier or 15 4-pin mini jack headworn microphone, or instrument cable) connects to the transmitter. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 44: Lcd Display

    This icon indicates auto off is engaged. It begins flashing when the AutoOff icon transmitter is muted indicating the countdown to shutoff has begun. Mute icon The display shows MUTE only when the transmitter is muted. Installing batteries 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 45: Re3-Bpt Setup Menu

    ▲ increases the channel number (up The digit to the left of to 22) in single digit increments. CH: # the (-) is the group ▼decreases the channel number (up number to 22) in increments of one. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 46 StorE is displayed briefly / returns to home screen. Auto Off setup Use ▲ or ▼ to navigate. Options are: Off, 1 minute, 10 minutes, Indication on display: and 30 minutes. AutoOF Displayed as OFF, 1, 10, or 30. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 47 Press SET while displaying LocOFF. settings. StorE is displayed / returns to home screen. While pressing and holding ▲, press and hold SET for two seconds to turn lock OFF. will disappear and transmitter is unlocked. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 48: Accessories For Re3

    Wireless head with RE420 capsule RE520-RC3 Wireless head with RE520 capsule Handheld transmitter accessory RE3-ACC-HHTSA1 Stand adapter for RE3-HHT transmitter RE3 series bodypack transmitter input devices RE3-ACC-OL3 Omnidirectional lavalier mic with 4-pin mini plug RE3-ACC-CL3 Cardioid lavalier mic with 4-pin mini plug RE3-ACC-HW3...
  • Page 49 75 foot, 50 ohm low loss BNC coax cable RE3-ACC-CXU100 100 foot, 50 ohm low loss BNC coax cable Battery charging RE3-ACC-BC2 2-up battery charger. Charges one or two transmitters with rechargeable cells at a time. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 50: Troubleshooting And Faq

    Power button may be damaged. The RE3 receiver power button is robust and durable, and is unlikely to fail. If other listed resolutions do not solve the problem contact your local Electro-Voice service center. Transmitter will not turn Dead batteries. Replace with fresh, high-quality alkaline batteries.
  • Page 51 Disconnected, incorrect, or Ensure known-to-be functional and failed antenna cable. appropriate 50Ω BNC-terminated cables are fully connected at the antenna and receiver. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 52 Disconnected, incorrect, or Ensure a known-to-be functional and failed antenna cable. appropriate 50Ω BNC-terminated cable is fully connected at the antenna and receiver. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 53 Make sure the receiver or AASP active antenna or booster. splitter antenna power is turned on. Transmit power may be too Set transmitter power to high (if low for needed range. equipped). Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 54: Frequently Asked Questions

    Q – It seems that when the performer walks way out into the audience, the system starts losing signal. Why am I not getting the range from the system I need? 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 55 If they are both on and the same time, substantial interference will occur. Q – Will the lavalier microphone I have with my older RE-2 system work with RE3? Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 56 | Troubleshooting and FAQ RE3 UHF Wireless A – Yes. Legacy Electro-Voice bodypack transmitter input devices with 4-pin mini connectors are compatible with RE3. Q – I want to put together an eight-channel RE3 system with two remote antennas on the stage feeding the receiver rack.
  • Page 57 ON. If further transmitter audio signal gain reduction is necessary, locate the sensitivity setting in the menu and bring the sensitivity down a few dB as well. Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 58: Technical Data

    RF power, auto off status, key lock status, transmitter display (freq or Gp/Ch) ¼” (6.3mm) Phone Jack:-10dBV Audio Frequency Output Level: XLR Jack: -4dBV (Line) & -24dBV (MIC) Audio Frequency Output 240Ω (unbalanced) Impedance: 1400Ω (balanced) 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 59 Harmonic Radiation: <-50dBc Battery: 2 x AA alkaline battery or NiMH rechargeable battery Charging Contacts: Microphone Head Coupling: 1.25” diameter, 28 UN-2A thread pitch Microphone Electrical Contact: 3-ring/3-pin Finish: Black polyurethane paint Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 60 Input Jack: 4-pin mini jack Battery: 2 x AA alkaline battery or NiMH rechargeable battery Charging contacts: Height: 3.2 inch (81.5mm) Dimensions (without antenna): Width: 2.54 inch (64.5mm) Depth: 0.98 inch (25mm) 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 61 Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage Polarity: at pin 2 relative to pin 1 Pin #1 - Ground, Shield Pin #2 - Audio Electrical Contact Pinouts: Pin #3 - Bias Voltage Pin #4 - N/C Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 62 Molded back facing connector joint with 2.5mm jack for detachable cable, black textured PU. Black painted steel Material: 100mm x 4.5mm flexible mic positing tube. Integrated black TPR mic shock mount. Clear soft silicone tubing at ear contact points. 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 63 ND86-RC3 dynamic supercardioid microphone head Element Type: Dynamic neodymium magnet structure Frequency response, Close: 30 Hz – 17 kHz Frequency response, Far: 70 Hz – 17 kHz Polar Pattern: Supercardioid Sensitivity, Open Circuit 5.6 mV/Pascal Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 64 Threaded Coupling: 28 UN-2A Thread Pitch Finish: Black polyurethane paint Materials: Aluminum, steel, steel wire grille screen Dimensions, Length: 3.3 in (83.5 mm) Diameter: 2.0 in (50.5 mm) RE420-RC3 condenser cardioid microphone head 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 65 3-Ring / 3-Pin 1.25” Diameter Threaded Coupling: 28 UN-2A Thread Pitch Finish: Black polyurethane paint Materials: Aluminum, steel, steel wire grille screen Dimensions, Length: 3.36 in (85.3 mm) Diameter: 1.95 in (49.6 mm) Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 66 3-Ring / 3-Pin 1.25” Diameter Threaded Coupling: 28 UN-2A Thread Pitch Finish: Black polyurethane paint Materials: Aluminum, steel, steel wire grille screen Dimensions, Length: 3.36 in (85.3 mm) Diameter: 1.95 in (49.6 mm) 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 67: Frequency Group / Channel Tables

    RE3 UHF Wireless Frequency Group / Channel Tables | en Frequency Group / Channel Tables Band 5L (488-524 MHz) Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 68 | Frequency Group / Channel Tables RE3 UHF Wireless Band 5H (560-596 MHz) 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 69 RE3 UHF Wireless Frequency Group / Channel Tables | en Band 6M (653-663 MHz) Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 70 | Frequency Group / Channel Tables RE3 UHF Wireless Band T (803-806 MHz) Band 8M (823-865 MHz) 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
  • Page 71 RE3 UHF Wireless Frequency Group / Channel Tables | en Electro-Voice Installation manual 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808...
  • Page 72 | Frequency Group / Channel Tables RE3 UHF Wireless Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH Bosch Security Systems, Inc Robert-Bosch-Ring 5 12000 Portland Avenue South 85630 Grasbrunn Burnsville MN 55337 Germany www.boschsecurity.com www.electrovoice.com © Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH, 2018 2018-12 | 01 | F.01U.362.808 Installation manual Electro-Voice...

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