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Wireless Microphone
ECM-W2BT
Use this Help Guide when you have issues or questions on how to use your wireless microphone.
Compatible cameras
The Wireless Microphone ECM-W2BT (referred to below as "this unit") is compatible with a camera
that has a Multi Interface Shoe such as a Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera (referred to
below as "camera").
- Even if your camera has a Multi Interface Shoe, you may be unable to use it with this unit or some
functions may not work.
- The receiver and the microphone are factory-set to communicate with each other. Therefore,
operations usually needed for Bluetooth devices such as pairing and passkey input are not
necessary. Communication is not possible with a receiver and microphone not sold as a pair,
multiple microphones, or any other Bluetooth device such as a smartphone, computer, etc.
For camera models compatible with this unit, view here. (Another window will open.)
Locating parts and controls
Preparations
Unpacking
Charging the receiver
Charging the microphone
Attaching the receiver to a camera
Attaching the microphone to clothing
Attaching the wind screen
Storing the receiver and the microphone all together
Recording
About the mode switch
Recording
Recording with an external microphone
Lamp indications
About this unit
Notes on use
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- Page 1 Use this Help Guide when you have issues or questions on how to use your wireless microphone. Compatible cameras The Wireless Microphone ECM-W2BT (referred to below as “this unit”) is compatible with a camera that has a Multi Interface Shoe such as a Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera (referred to below as “camera”).
- Page 2 ® Bluetooth Wireless Communication Technology Specifications Trademarks 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
- Page 3 Help Guide Wireless Microphone ECM-W2BT Locating parts and controls Receiver Slide switch (MIC OUT ANALOG/Power OFF/DIGITAL) Select “MIC OUT ANALOG” (analog audio output), “OFF” (power off), or “DIGITAL” (digital audio output). If your camera is compatible with the digital audio interface of the Multi Interface Shoe, set the switch to “DIGITAL.”...
- Page 4 Connector protect holder Microphone LINK lamp Indicates the connection state between the receiver and the microphone. Power lamp (Green: Powered, Orange: Charging the battery) Indicates the power state of the microphone or the battery charge state. While the microphone is turned off, connecting the microphone to a computer with the supplied micro USB cable starts charging the microphone's built-in battery and turns on the power lamp in orange.
- Page 5 Attach the wind screen to the microphone to reduce pop noise caused by breath or strong wind. Related Topic Charging the receiver Charging the microphone Attaching the wind screen Storing the receiver and the microphone all together About the mode switch Recording Lamp indications 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
- Page 6 ECM-W2BT Unpacking If you find anything missing, please contact your dealer. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity. Receiver (ECM-W2BT(R)) (1) Microphone (transmitter) (ECM-W2BT(T)) (1) Wind screen (1) Pouch (1) Recording cable (1) Micro USB cable (1) Connector protect holder (1)
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Page 7: Charging The Receiver
Help Guide Wireless Microphone ECM-W2BT Charging the receiver Connect the receiver to a computer to charge the receiver's built-in battery. Turn off the receiver. Charging is not possible when the receiver is turned on. Open the connector cover, connect the receiver to an activated computer with the supplied micro USB cable. - Page 8 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
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Page 9: Charging The Microphone
Help Guide Wireless Microphone ECM-W2BT Charging the microphone Connect the microphone to a computer to charge the microphone's built-in battery. Turn off the microphone. Charging is not possible when the microphone is turned on. Open the connector cover, connect the microphone to an activated computer with the supplied micro USB cable. - Page 10 Related Topic Lamp indications 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
- Page 11 Firmly insert the receiver all the way into the Multi Interface Shoe of the camera. If the built-in flash on the camera is popped up, put it down. To remove the receiver Slide the receiver in the opposite direction to when attaching. Related Topic Charging the receiver 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
- Page 12 If you use a medical electrical device such as a pacemaker, do not attach the microphone to your clothes, such as the breast pocket or inner pocket. Using the microphone near a medical device may adversely affect it. Related Topic Charging the microphone 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
- Page 13 Fit the projected portion of the wind screen into the external microphone input jack on the microphone. Note If the wind screen is wet, remove it from the microphone and let it dry in the shade. When attaching or removing the wind screen, be sure to hold its chassis. 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
- Page 14 Slide the Multi Interface foot of the receiver into the connector protect holder. Attach the microphone to the connector protect holder by hooking the clip of the microphone onto the other side of the holder from above. 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
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Page 15: About The Mode Switch
While the receiver is in RCVR mode, the auto power-off function is disabled. When you are finished with using the receiver, be sure to turn it off. Related Topic Recording Recording with an external microphone Lamp indications 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation... - Page 16 Help Guide Wireless Microphone ECM-W2BT Recording Use the receiver attached to a camera and the microphone attached to the subject's clothing for recording sound. Turn on the power of the camera and set it in standby mode. Turn on the receiver and the microphone.
- Page 17 The receiver receives power supply from the camera as well. Depending on your camera, however, it may not be capable of supplying power. For the camera models that support power supply to the receiver, visit our website at: https://www.sony.net/dics/w2bt/ Related Topic About the mode switch Lamp indications 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
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Page 18: Recording With An External Microphone
When the wind screen is attached to the microphone, remove it from the microphone. Use an external microphone compatible with the plug-in power. The external microphone is powered by the microphone. Related Topic About the mode switch 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation... -
Page 19: Lamp Indications
When this state continues for 5 minutes, the auto power-off function is activated. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on. While the receiver is in RCVR mode, the auto power-off function is disabled. Related Topic Locating parts and controls 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation... -
Page 21: Notes On Use
(25 °C (77 °F)) so the operating time becomes shorter. In the event of radio interference to another device while using the receiver, stop using the wireless function. Radio interference may cause a malfunction of the device, resulting in an accident. 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation... -
Page 22: Bluetooth ® Wireless Communication Technology
If there is noise or there is no sound because of deteriorating communication, the LINK lamp on the receiver blinks in blue quickly. Ensure that the distance between the devices is not too far, and no obstacles are between them. Continue use when the LINK lamp is constantly lit in blue. 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation... -
Page 23: Specifications
Help Guide Wireless Microphone ECM-W2BT Specifications Wireless communication Communication system Bluetooth specification Ver. 5.0 Output Bluetooth specification Power Class 1 Main compatible Bluetooth Profile Advanced Audio Distribution Profile Up to 200 m (600 ft.) Working range This is the approximate communication distance when the microphone is upright and directly facing the receiver. Depending on recording location, such as if obstacles or reflective surfaces are between Bluetooth devices, radio wave conditions, etc. - Page 24 Dimensions (Approx.) 30.6 mm × 67.6 mm × 19 mm (1 1/4 in. × 2 3/4 in. × 3/4 in.) (W/H/D) Mass (Approx.) 27 g (1.0 oz.) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-026-023-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
- Page 25 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. “Multi Interface Shoe” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.