Front Panel - Phonic PCT-3000 User Manual

System Overview
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Front Panel

1. LCD Screen
This screen displays all properties relevant to the operation
of the PCT-3000. This includes group information, frequency
information, squelch details, and even transmitter battery
details. For more information on the LCD screen, please
refer to page 3.
2. IR Port
This is used to communicate group and frequency
information to the transmitter unit. When establishing a
connection between the receiver and transmitter, the IR
ports on both units should be facing one another so as to
ensure clean communication.
3. Menu Button
Push this button to access the PCT-3000's on screen
functions. Simply pushing the button will toggle the mute
status of the channel on and off.
Push and hold the menu button for three seconds to access
the PCT-3000's configuration mode. When in configuration
mode, pushing the menu button will allow you to scroll
through the different parameters available within the
software (as shown below).
USER/PRESET
LOCK GROUP
FREQUENCY
Push and hold the Menu button to save your settings and
exit configuration mode.
4. Up / Down Buttons
These buttons are used in conjunction with the PCT-3000's
menu to allow control of the internal software.
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5. BNC Antenna Connector
The PCT-3000 comes complete with 2 antennas. Connect
them to these BNC connectors. Screw into place to fix them
securely to the receiver unit. The antenna currently used
by each of the PCT-3000's channels is displayed at the
top of the LCD screen.
6. Output Connectors
Each of the PCT-3000 output
channels features balanced
XLR and ¼" TRS connectors.
These are ideal for connection
to mixing consoles or other
input devices. XLR connector
wiring can be found to the right.
7. Mode Switch
This switch has two options: mixed and separated. When
set to mixed, microphones A and B will be combined and
sent out both outputs A and B. When the switch is set to
separated, the microphone signals will be sent to their
corresponding outputs.
8. Operating Level Switch
This switch lets the user determine the output level of
the A and B outputs. When set to -6, the unit is ideal for
CHANNEL SQUELCH
consumer-level application. The 0 and +10 settings are
ideal for professional devices.
9. DC Power Input
Connect the included DC power adapter to this input.
Connect the power plug end into an appropriate AC power
source.
10. Power Switch
Use this power switch to turn the receiver unit on and off.
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GND
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HOT (+)
COLD (-)
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