Lectrosonics SM Series Instruction Manual

Lectrosonics SM Series Instruction Manual

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SM Series
Super Miniature Belt-Pack Transmitters
With Digital Hybrid Wireless™ Technology
US Patent Pending
SM
Single battery, 100 mW
SMD
Dual battery, 100 mW
SMQ
Dual battery, 250 mW
RM
Remote Control
for SM Transmitters
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Rio Rancho, NM, USA
www.lectrosonics.com

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL SM Series Super Miniature Belt-Pack Transmitters With Digital Hybrid Wireless™ Technology US Patent Pending Single battery, 100 mW Dual battery, 100 mW Dual battery, 250 mW Remote Control for SM Transmitters Fill in for your records: Serial Number:...
  • Page 2 SM Series LECTROSONICS, INC.
  • Page 3 The SM Series units use a standard Lectrosonics 5- pin type input jack for use with electret lavaliere mic, dynamic mic, or line level signals. A water resistant...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Line Level Signals ....................................14 Wiring Hookups for Different Sources ...............................15 Works with SM Series Only: ................................15 Compatible with SM Series and other Lectrosonics Transmitters: ......................15 RM Remote Control Operating Instructions ............................16 RM Front Panel Controls ..................................16 Powering the RM on and off ................................16 Principles of Operation ..................................16...
  • Page 5: General Technical Description

    It is so superior that this input system will eventu- Wireless™ simply encodes the signal to use a noisy ally be utilized by all Lectrosonics UHF transmitters. The channel as efficiently and robustly as possible, yield- improvements are audible and make the transmitters ing audio performance that rivals that of wholly digital easier to use and much harder to overload.
  • Page 6: Low Frequency Roll-Off

    The SM transmitters were designed to operate with Frequency Agility Lectrosonics 400 Series receivers and will yield the best The transmitter section uses a synthesized, frequency performance when doing so. However, due to the flex- selectable main oscillator. The frequency is extremely ibility of digital signal processing, SM units are also able stable over a wide temperature range and over time.
  • Page 7: Controls And Functions

    Super-Minature Belt Pack Transmitters Controls and Functions Modulation Control Panel LEDs Signal Level -20 LED -10 LED Battery Compartment Less than -20 dB UP Arrow Cover Plate -20 dB to -10 dB Green Antenna -10 dB to +0 dB Green Green +0 dB to +10 dB Green...
  • Page 8: Sm Screen Selections

    Power On Timer screen reaching • 200 - This mode works with all Lectrosonics 200 three puts the unit in Standby Mode where the user can Series compatible receivers. review transmitter frequency and audio level settings without transmitting.
  • Page 9: Battery Installation

    Release the FREQ button, then press and hold it again To install new batteries: to toggle the display between frequency in MHz and the hex code corresponding to the equivalent Lectrosonics 1. Turn the Battery Cover Plate Thumbscrew coun- Frequency Switch Setting.
  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    All Digital Hybrid Wireless™ receivers are capable of PWR LED glows green (with good batteries). working with the Lectrosonics SM transmitter. By select- The LCD displays a bootup sequence which con- ing the proper compatibility mode, the SM will also work...
  • Page 11: Setting Transmitter Operating Frequency

    -10 LED the FREQ button again displays the operating frequency as a two-digit hexadecimal number Less than -20 dB that corresponds the equivalent Lectrosonics Frequency Switch Setting. -20 dB to -10 dB Green 2) While holding the FREQ button, use the Up or...
  • Page 12: Locking Or Unlocking The Control Panel

    SM Series Locking or Unlocking the Control Panel The Lock mode protects the transmitter from accidental changes to its settings. 1) Ensure the SM setup is complete (operating fre- quency, audio level, Compatibility Mode, sensitivity to remote control). 2) Simultaneously press both the Up and Down arrow but- tons to start the Lock timer.
  • Page 13: 5-Pin Input Jack Wiring

    Super-Minature Belt Pack Transmitters 5-Pin Input Jack Wiring The wiring diagrams included in this section represent differs from these instructions. If this occurs please call the basic wiring necessary for the most common types our toll-free number listed under Service and Repair in of microphones and other audio inputs.
  • Page 14: Microphone Rf Bypassing

    Capacitors are available from Lectrosonics. Please specify the part number for the desired lead style. Leaded capacitors: P/N 15117 Leadless capacitors: P/N SCC330P All Lectrosonics lavaliere mics are already bypassed and do not need any additional capacitors installed for proper operation. LECTROSONICS, INC.
  • Page 15: Wiring Hookups For Different Sources

    “Compatible with SM Series and other Lectroson- ics Transmitters” section shows a compatible wiring In the SM Series, there is a new input circuit where pin that will work with all 5-Pin Lectrosonics transmitters. 4 is now a voltage selector pin. The diagrams in the sec- This wiring converts the three wire microphone to a two tion labeled “Works with SM only”...
  • Page 16: Rm Remote Control Operating Instructions

    Battery Level Indicator DOWN Arrow Button FREQ Button RM Pages The RM unit gives you remote control of SM Series transmitters using an audible tone delivered to the The AUDIO button cycles through 4 pages: transmitter’s microphone. Operating parameters on the transmitter can be set by holding the speaker on the 1) Aud - set transmitter’s audio level...
  • Page 17: Operating Notes

    Super-Minature Belt Pack Transmitters Operating Notes • The SM’s sensitivity to the remote control varies with the transmitter’s audio level setting and the microphone used, but it is always possible to make it work with a suf- ficiently loud remote signal at close range.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    SM Series Troubleshooting Before going through the following chart, be sure that you have a good battery in the transmitter. It is important that you follow these steps in the sequence listed. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE TRANSMITTER PWR LED OFF 1) Battery is inserted backwards or dead.
  • Page 19: Rm Troubleshooting

    Super-Minature Belt Pack Transmitters SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE HISS AND NOISE -- AUDIBLE DROPOUTS 1) Transmitter gain (audio level) far too low. 2) Receiver antenna missing or obstructed. 3) Transmitter antenna broken or missing. 4) Operating range too great. 5) Signal interference. Turn off transmitter. If receiver’s signal strength indicator does not drop to nearly zero, this indicates an interfering signal may be the problem.
  • Page 20: Specifications And Features

    (2) this device not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. must accept any interference received, including interference Contact Lectrosonics if you have any questions or need more that may cause undesired operation. information about RF exposure using this product.
  • Page 21: Service And Repair

    There are no adjustments inside that will make a malfunctioning unit start working. LECTROSONICS’ Service Department is equipped and staffed to quickly repair your equipment. In warranty repairs are made at no charge in accordance with the terms of the warranty. Out-of-warranty repairs are charged at a modest flat rate plus parts and shipping.
  • Page 22 SM Series LECTROSONICS, INC.
  • Page 23 Super-Minature Belt Pack Transmitters Rio Rancho, NM...
  • Page 24: Warranty

    This warranty does not apply to used or demonstrator equipment. Should any defect develop, Lectrosonics, Inc. will, at our option, repair or replace any defective parts without charge for either parts or labor. If Lectrosonics, Inc. cannot correct the defect in your equipment, it will be replaced at no charge with a similar new item.

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