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Summary of Contents for Electro-Voice R300-L
- Page 1 UHF Wireless MicropHone User GUide R300 Electro-Voice EZsync ClearScan SYNC...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table oF contents 1. Quick System Setup • Receiver ....................... . . • Transmitter . -
Page 4: Receiver
QUick seT-Up: receiver 1. Do not connect the receiver to any other equipment yet! 2. Connect the two Antennas to the receiver. 3. Install the blades into the power supply, plug it into the back of the receiver, and into an outlet. 4. Press the POWER switch. Display will light up. 5. Press and hold the button until CLEARSCAN scrolls across the screen. 6. When CLEARSCAN stops, the receiver will be set to the clearest channel. 7. T urn the receiver off and connect the mixer or other audio system to the receiver XLR Connector or the ¼ inch Line Level Jack. 8. Set the audio mixer or other system input level to minimum. 9. Press the Power switch button in again. receiver “Quick Set-up” is complete. -
Page 5: Transmitter
QUick seT-Up: transMitter 1. With the Power switch on the transmitter OFF, install two fresh AA batteries into the transmitter. 2. Press the transmitter Power Switch until the display comes on. 3. Hold the transmitter with the EZsync Port facing the receiver, about a foot (30 cm) away. EZsync R300 SYNC ClearScan R300 EZsync Clear 4. Press the SYNC Button on the receiver, SYNC will show in the display. 5. O nce the channel is set in the transmitter, the display will switch to the main display and show RF and Audio Levels. Transmitter “Quick Set-up” is complete. -
Page 6: Systems Operation
QUick seT-Up: systeMs operation 1. Set the mixer/amp gain. 2. T alk or sing into the microphone or play the guitar at a normal volume. You should hear audio coming out of the system. 3. Y ou may have to adjust the gain (via the control next to the connector on the receiver back panel) to provide the best input volume for your mixer/amp. “Quick Set-up” is now complete. Please enjoy your r300 system. -
Page 7: Detailed Component Descriptions
1. Power ON/OFF 6. SET Control Button 2. SYNC Data Transfer Button 7. ClearScan Control (press and hold button) 3. Infrared EZsync Window 8. TNC Antenna Input Connectors (2) 4. Graphical Display 9. Balanced Output Volume Control a. Channel or Frequency Display 10. XLR Balanced Output Connector b. Diversity Indicator 11. ¼ Inch Unbalanced Line Level Audio Output Connector c. RF Strength Meter 12. Unbalanced Output Level Switch (-10dB or 0dB) d. Audio Level Meter 13. DC Power Connector (12V DC, 500mA) e. Lock Indicator 14. Power Cord Retainer f. Squelch Level Indicator R300 -10dB R300 Electro-Voice EZsync EZsync Clear ClearScan LEVEL SYNC VOLUME ANTENNA B BALANCED OUT UNBALANCED OUT .500mA ANTENNA A... - Page 8 deTailed coMponent descriptions 2.1 | receiver setup & Operation 1. P lace the receiver and antennas where there is a clear line of sight to the area where the transmitter will be used. Rotate the antennas to separate them by 90 degrees. 2. install the appropriate power connection blades into the power supply and connect the power supply cord to the receiver. Plug the power supply into an AC outlet. Push the power button to turn the receiver on and confirm that it is on by checking the main display screen. -10dB LEVEL VOLUME ANTENNA B BALANCED OUT UNBALANCED OUT .500mA ANTENNA A 3.
- Page 9 EZsync EZsync R300 SYNC R300 ClearScan SYNC ClearScan R300 EZsync R300 Clear EZsync Clear e. Press the SYNC button on the receiver to transfer the channel information. f. The receiver will display SYNC until the data is transferred, then return to the main screen. g. The transmitter display screen will now show the new channel and frequency. h. I f the channel data was not transferred to the transmitter after 5 seconds, the receiver will display ERROR. Be certain that the transmitter is On and the EZsync port is facing the receiver and try again. i. I f the data still does not transfer, try new batteries, or move the unit to a shaded area away from direct sunlight before trying again.
- Page 10 deTailed coMponent descriptions 4. clearscan: This feature automates the process of finding a clear channel. a. T o scan for the clearest channel in a group, press and hold until CLEARSCAN appears in the display, then release the button. b. When the scan is complete, the display will show the clearest available channel. c. Use the SYNC button to transfer the new channel as in step 3. 5. D uring set up make sure the mixer or amplifier input used for the R300 is muted or turned down to a minimum level. 6. Plug an audio cable (not supplied) into the 3 pin XLR or ¼ inch output of the R300. Note: The XLR connector is the preferred connection since the output is balanced and will be more immune to noise for longer runs of cable although either can be used with good results. Set the balanced output level on the back panel to 12 o’clock (midway in the range) to start and adjust later if necessary. If the ¼ inch unbalanced output is used, start with adjustment switch in the -10dB setting.
- Page 11 7. W ith the transmitter on, speak into the microphone or play the guitar. Turn up the level on the mixer or amplifier until you are able to hear the desired signal. If no audio is present, repeat setup and refer to the troubleshooting section. Note: It may be necessary to adjust the receiver output until the volume level from the wireless system approximates the level of an equivalent wired microphone/instrument. 8. displaY The main display can be adjusted to display the Channel number or the Frequency Note: At any time the item not selected for the main display can be shown for 5 seconds by pushing the SET button once a. Press and hold the SET button until DISPLY shows in the display. b. Press SET and FREQUENCY or CHANNEL will flash in the display. c. Press for FREQUENCY or for CHANNEL and press SET. d. Display will return to the main screen and the selected item will be displayed. e. A t any time the item not selected for the main display can be shown for 5 seconds by pushing the SET button once.
- Page 12 deTailed coMponent descriptions 9. change lock-Out This feature can be useful when the receiver is in a location where unauthorized personnel have access to the receiver. With the LOCK ON, the channel cannot be changed and the word LOCK is displayed when the or button is pushed. a. Press and hold the SET button until DISPLY shows in the display. b. Press to display LOCK c. Press SET and ON or OFF will be displayed to show the status of the lock-out. d. Press to turn the LOCK ON or to turn the LOCK OFF and press SET. e. D isplay will return to the main screen and padlock symbol in the upper left of the display will show the lock status.
- Page 13 10. squelch adjustment – The squelch setting can be used to maximize range or immunity to noise. a. Turn the transmitter off. b. Press and hold the SET button until DISPLY shows in the display. c. Press two times to display SQELCH. d. Press SET and the squelch setting in the middle right of the screen (SQ 10dB) will flash. e. Press to decrease the squelch setting or to increase it. f. Press SET to enter the new setting and return to the main screen. g . T urn on the transmitter and walk test the unit. Maximum squelch (50dB) maximizes noise immunity but limits the range. Minimum squelch (5dB) will maximize the range but allow more noise to break through the squelch. Never leave the squelch set to 0db except for testing, white noise will be constantly present on the audio outputs. h. Repeat to fine tune squelch to the desired setting.
- Page 14 deTailed coMponent descriptions 2.1.2 | receiver Main Operating screen display: 1. RF Signal Meter 2. Audio Meter 3. Lock Indicator 4. No Signal Indicator 5. Channel Number (01 to 32) or Frequency 6. Squelch Setting 7. Antenna Diversity Status A or B antenna controls: 1. Press or to change channels 2. Press and hold for 3 seconds starts ClearScan, CLEARSCAN scrolls across the display. 3. Press SET once to display FREQUENCY or CHANNEL, whichever is not showing 4. Press and hold SET for 3 seconds to access settings menu.
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Page 15: Handheld Transmitter
2.2 | Handheld Transmitter HT-300 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS 1. Microphone Element 2. Backlit LCD Display a. Channel b. Frequency c. Battery Level d. Mute Indicator 3. EZSync Infrared Port 4. Battery Cover – Screw type. 5. Battery Compartment – Two AA Batteries 6. On/Off/Mute button... - Page 16 deTailed coMponent descriptions 2.2 | Handheld Transmitter setup & Operation 1. insert batteries. a. Remove the battery compartment cover by unscrewing it completely. b. I nsert two AA batteries as shown, sliding one up into the housing to make room for the other. 2. Turn the unit on by pressing and holding the on/off button for 3 seconds, and the display will light up. 3. If a new channel is desired, use EZsync as in Section 2.1 and close battery compartment. 4. Verify reception. a . W ith the transmitter and receiver on a matching Channel, the main receiver display should be indicating a RF signal on the bar graph. b. S peak into the microphone and the Audio Meter bar graph should indicate audio signal presence. c. I f the level meters do not show reception, make sure the channels are matching and refer to the trouble shooting section.
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Page 17: Bodypack Transmitter
5. Mute Function – press and hold on/off button for 2 seconds until MUTE appears in the LCD Display between the Channel and Frequency. The sound is then muted. Repeat to turn mute off. 2.3 | bodypack Transmitter BP-300 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS 1. Antenna – Flexible ¼ wave antenna 3. TA4 Microphone Connector 2. Power On/Off/Mute Button 4. O n/Mute LED – Green when transmitter is on, Red when muted continued on next page... - Page 18 deTailed coMponent descriptions 2.3 | bodypack Transmitter continued 5. LCD Display a. Channel b. Frequency c. Battery Level d. Mute Indicator 6. EZsync infrared window 7. Battery Compartment Latch – push down latch and slide cover as shown. 8. Two AA Battery Compartment – follow polarity as marked 9. LAV/INS Gain Switch...
- Page 19 2.3.1 | bodypack Transmitter setup & Operation 1. insert batteries a. O pen the battery compartment by pressing in on the latch and sliding the door down. b. Insert two AA batteries with + and – as indicated. c. Close the battery door by pushing up. 2. T urn the unit on by pressing and holding the on/off button for 3 seconds, and the LCD display will light up. If channel has not been set, set channel according to 2.1. 3. Microphone/Guitar Operation. a. For Lapel Microphones the gain switch should be in the LAV position. b. For Headworn Microphones and Guitar operation the gain switch should be in the INS position. c. I f lapel microphones are too sensitive and the audio meter on the receiver is reaching the peak, put the gain switch in INS to lower the gain. 4. Mute Function – press and hold on/off button for 2 seconds until MUTE appears in the LCD Display, between the Channel and Frequency. The LED above the display will turn red and the sound is muted. Repeat to turn mute off.
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Page 20: Guidelines For Best Performance
GUideliNes AND RECOMMENDATIONS For Best Performance compatibility The transmitter and receiver must be of the same frequency band and set to the same channel in order to work together. The R300 is available in three frequency bands, A, B and E (Europe only). The band information is available in the label on the bottom of the receiver, the label in the battery compartment of the handheld transmitter, and on the back panel label in the bodypack. Using Multiple Wireless systems If three or more R300 systems and/or other UHF/VHF wireless systems are being used in the same location, proper frequency coordination is necessary to avoid interference. Some channels in the R300 are designed to work together, see the channel maps in the back of the guide for more information. Contact your dealer or Electro-Voice for assistance if you are planning more systems or using the R300 with other wireless equipment. Multiple systems and r300 The ClearScan function can be used to set up any two R300 systems. Just scan with the first unit, set the transmitter to that clear channel and leave it on. Then scan the second unit for another clear channel. If 3 or more systems are used in the same room, put all of the channels in the same group as indicated by the channel map on page 29-31. potential sources of interference There are many potential sources of interference for your wireless system. Any electronic product that contains digital circuitry including digital signal processors (reverb/multi-effects units), electronic keyboards, digital lighting controllers, CD and DVD players, and computers, all emit RF energy that can... - Page 21 adversely affect the performance of your wireless system. It is always best to place the receiver as far away as possible from these devices to minimize potential problems. Analog and Digital Television stations can also interfere with your wireless system. The R300 is designed to operate over 16MHz of RF bandwidth, which covers 3 US TV stations. If two of the three stations are used in your area, it will severely limit the number of systems that will operate together and you should be using a different band. battery recommendations Fresh AA alkaline batteries from a quality manufacturer will yield the best performance from your R300 transmitters. If sound quality degrades during use, it may be the result of a weakening battery. receiver and antenna placement Do not place the receiver near a large metal object or surface. Locate the receiver as close as possible to the area where the transmitter will be used. Ideally, position the receiver/antennas are within sight of the transmitter. When using multiple systems, do not allow antennas to cross or touch each other. Transmitter and antenna distance Keep all transmitters at least 3 meters (10ft) away from the receivers and antennas for best operation. If possible, mount the receive antennas 3 meters (10ft) above the stage so transmitters can not come too close.
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Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide
TrOUble SHOOTING GUIDE problem possible causes solutions No audio and no display on Make sure that the power supply is properly Receiver is off the receiver connected and the on/off button is in the on position Transmitter is off Turn on transmitter power switch Transmitter is on a different channel or is Check band information on serial number label and No audio and no RF a different band match to receiver, reset channel (see section 2.1) signal indicator on the receiver display No (or dead) battery in transmitter Insert fresh batteries in transmitter Faulty battery contacts Clean and or bend contacts to improve connection Check the TA4F connector on the bodypack or the Microphone not connected detachable microphone element connection on the No Audio with good RF handheld. If possible, try another microphone. signal indicator Transmitter Mute On Press and hold On/Off button to stop Mute. Receiver audio output cable is damaged Connect, repair or replace cable or disconnected No (or low) Audio with good RF signal and Audio indicators Gain not sufficient on mixer/preamp/amp Increase gain on mixer or un-mute the input on receiver display input or it is muted Receiver output too low Increase the audio output setting. - Page 23 problem possible causes solutions Another wireless product in the area is Use ClearScan to change the operating frequency. on the same frequency or the signals If problems persist, call EV at 800-392-3497 for are mixing coordination help Receiver is too close to digital signal Move the receiver to a different location processor or similar device Interference Strong electromagnetic field from stage lighting or other source near Use ClearScan to change the operating frequency. the transmitter or receiver, which may Repair or remove the source of interference. Move be producing RF noise at or near the the receiver to a different location operating frequency RF reflective metal obstacles between Move the obstacles, or reposition the the transmitter and receiver receiver/antennas Check the antenna connection and reorient the Poorly oriented beltpack antenna bodypack so the antenna is vertical (up and down) and facing the receiver, if possible Short range or drop-outs Check squelch setting, higher settings mean Squelch set too high shorter range Check all antenna connections and reposition to be Faulty receiving antenna system in line-of-sight with the transmitter Disable lockout by pressing SET for 3 seconds, Can't change settings Lockout feature is enabled press to display LOCK, press SET, press to on receiver turn lock off, press SET.
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Page 24: Specifications
speciFicaTiONs r300 receiver Receiver Type Synthesized PLL A Band 618 – 634MHz Frequency Range (RF) B Band 678 – 694 MHz E Band 850 – 865 MHz Number of Channels Modulation +/- 40 kHz Diversity Antenna RF Sensitivity < 1.0 μV for 12 dB SINAD Image Rejection > 55dB Squelch Tone Code plus Amplitude FCC Certification Approved under Part 15 Power Requirements 12 - 16 VDC, 500mA max Operating Temperature 5º to 45º C (41º to 113º F) 1.72” H x 7.8” W x 8.0” D Dimensions 43 mm H x 206 mm W x 210 mm D... - Page 25 audio parameters Frequency Response 80 – 18kHz +/- 2dB Balanced Output 20 dBV (max @ 40 kHz deviation) Unbalanced Output Adjustable 8 mV to 0.755V RMS Distortion < 1.0%, 0.4% typical (ref 1kHz, 40kHz deviation) Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 100dB A Weighted Dynamic Range > 95dB Transmitters bp-300 and HT-300 Radiated Output 8 mW typical Microphone Head ElectroVoice PL22 Dynamic Power Requirements Two AA Batteries EV ULM18 Standard Lavalier Microphone Uni-Directional Condenser TA4F Connector Wiring Pin 1: Ground; Pin 2 Mic Input; Pin 3: +5V bias; Pin 4: N/C Power Requirements Two AA Batteries Battery Life (Typical) > 14 hours with AA Alkaline Typical Bodypack Antenna Flexible external ¼ wave Handheld Antenna Internal Proprietary Dimensions (Handheld) 26.7 cm (10.57 in.) Long 3.3 in. H x 2.6 in. W x 0.89 in. D Dimensions (Bodypack) 84 mm H x 66 mm W x 23 mm D...
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Page 26: Certifications
cerTiFicaTiONs (Depending on frequency selected and country of operation) R300 receiver, HT-300 and BP-300 transmitters: Certified to ETSI EN 300 422-2 and ETSI EN 301 489-9, Conforms to European Union directives, eligible to bear CE marking as per the R&TTE directive. R300 receiver: Certified for use in Canada under RSS 210 Issue 5. HT-300 and BP-300 transmitters: Certified for use in Canada under RSS 123 Issue 1. R300 receiver: Authorized under U.S. Federal communications Commission Part 15. HT-300 and BP-300 transmitters: Certified under U.S. Federal Communications Commission Part 74. These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that the device does not cause harmful interference. Licensing of this equipment is the user’s responsibility and is determined by the user’s classification, the user’s application, and frequency selected. The user should contact the appropriate telecommunications authority for any desired clarification. Any changes or modifications made to the aforementioned equipment, by the user, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment is intended for use in wireless microphone applications. Equipment intended for sale in (ISO 3166-1, 2 letter country code): AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IS, IE IT, LV, LT, LU, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH, GB. This equipment is in compliance with the following directives: 2002/95/EC RoHS Directive and 2002/96/EC WEEE Directive Please dispose of the base station and transmitters at the end of its operational life, by taking it to your closest collection point or recycling center. -
Page 27: Service And Warranty
FacTOrY SERVICE Factory service (North america) If factory service is required, ship the unit prepaid in its original carton to: EV Audio Service c/o Bosch Security Systems, Inc. 8601 East Cornhusker Highway Lincoln, NE 68507-9702 U.S.A. Tel: 402-467-5321 or 800-553-5992 Fax: 402-467-3279 Enclose a note describing the problem along with any other pertinent information and how to contact you. Factory service (europe) If factory service is required, ship the unit prepaid in its original carton to: Telex EVI Audio GmbH Hirschberger Ring 60 D-94315 Straubing Telephone: +49 (0) 9421 706 0 Fax: +49 (0) 9421 706 350 Enclose a note describing the problem along with any other pertinent information and how to contact you. For more information about service in your local area go to www.electrovoice.com. Warranty (limited) Please go to www.electrovoice.com for all current warranty information. -
Page 28: Components And Accessories
Model # Order # R300-L System Uni Lapel ULM18 F.01U.168.803 R300-E System Headworn Microphone F.01U.168.804 Windscreen for ULM18 WS-18 F.01U.168.802 Windscreen for HM3 WS-H3 F.01U.170.778 Beltclip for BP-300 BC-300 F.01U.168.797 Guitar Cord MAC-G3 F.01U.118.492 PL22 Dynamic Mic Head RCC-PL22 F.01U.170.777 Foam Windscreen for Handheld 379-1 F.01U.117.911 ½ Wave Receiver Antenna A Band CRA-A F.01U.168.794 ½ Wave Receiver Antenna B Band CRA-B F.01U.168.795 ½ Wave Receiver Antenna E Band CRA-E F.01U.168.796... -
Page 29: Appendix A Compatible Channel Groups
appeNdix a COMPATIBLE CHANNEL GROUPS (Use only channels within the same group when using more than two R300 units in one room. If you need additional help call 1-800-392-3497 (US and Canada only). Us/eUrO band a 618-634 MHz Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 channel Freq channel Freq channel Freq channel Freq 618.500 618.900 619.300 619.700 622.700 620.100 620.500 620.900 624.400 621.500 621.900 622.300 628.300 623.100 623.500 623.900 628.800 624.900... - Page 30 appeNdix a COMPATIBLE CHANNEL GROUPS Us/eUrO band b 678-694 MHz Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 channel Freq channel Freq channel Freq channel Freq 678.500 678.900 679.300 679.700 682.700 680.100 680.500 680.900 684.400 681.500 681.900 682.300 688.300 683.100 683.500 683.900 688.800 684.900 685.300 685.700...
- Page 31 appeNdix a COMPATIBLE CHANNEL GROUPS euro band e 850-865 MHz Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 channel Freq channel Freq channel Freq channel Freq 850.400 850.800 851.200 850.000 851.600 852.000 852.400 854.200 853.000 853.400 853.800 855.900 854.600 855.000 855.400 859.800 856.400 856.800 857.200 860.300...
- Page 32 Headquarters in Americas and Asia and Pacific rim addresses americas: Hong kong: Headquarters Americas Shuttlesound, Telex EVI Audio (Hong Kong) Ltd. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. 4 The Willows Centre, Room 508-509, 5/F, 12000 Portland Ave South, Willow Lane, Mitcham, Topsail Plaza Burnsville, MN 55337, USA Surrey CR4 4NX, UK 11 On Shum Street USA–Ph: 1-800-392-3497 Phone: +44 208 646 7114 Shek Mun,Shatin HK Fax: 1-800-955-6831 Fax: +44 208 254 5666 Phone: +852 2351-3628, Fax: +852 2351-3329 canada: asia & pacific rim: Ph: 1-866-505-5551 Headquarters Asia shanghai: Fax: 1-866-336-8467 Telex Communications (SEA) Pte Ltd Telex EVI Audio (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.