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INSTRUCTION MANUAL SMWB Series Wireless Microphone Transmitters and Recorders SMWB, SMDWB, SMWB/E01, SMDWB/E01, SMWB/E06, SMDWB/E06, SMWB/E07-941, SMDWB/E07-941, SMWB/X, SMDWB/X SMWB SMDWB Featuring Digital Hybrid Wireless® Technology US Patent 7,225,135 Fill in for your records: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Rio Rancho, NM, USA...
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IR (infrared) Sync ..............4 The housing is a rugged, machined aluminum package Battery Installation .............. 5 with a standard Lectrosonics 5-pin input jack for use with Formatting SD Card .............. 5 electret lavaliere mics, dynamic mics, musical instrument IMPORTANT ................. 5 pickups and line level signals.
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Digital Hybrid Wireless Belt-Pack Transmitters Compatibility with transmission. Because it uses an analog FM link, Digital Hybrid Wireless enjoys all the benefits of conventional FM wireless systems, such as excellent range, efficient use microSDHC memory cards of RF spectrum, and long battery life. Please note that the SMWB and SMDWB are designed Servo Bias Input and Wiring for use with microSDHC memory cards.
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LCD stating what the problem is. NOTE: The battery timer feature in many Lectrosonics receivers is very helpful in measuring battery runtime. Refer to the receiver instructions for details on using the timer.
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Power LED to verify battery status will not be reliable. change, format or view the files on a computer. However, it is possible to track battery status using the battery timer function available in Lectrosonics Digital The simplest way to prevent data corruption is to copy Hybrid Wireless receivers.
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• Stop Recording: Press the MENU/SEL + DOWN pleted, the unit will power up with the RF output turned arrow simultaneously off. NOTE: The shortcuts are only available from the main/home screen AND when a microSDHC memory card is installed. LECTROSONICS, INC.
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Digital Hybrid Wireless Belt-Pack Transmitters Transmitter Operating Recorder Operating Instructions Instructions • Install battery(s) • Install battery(s) • Turn power on in the Standby mode (see previous • Insert microSDHC memory card section) • Turn power on • Connect microphone and place it in the position •...
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Clock file naming method BACK Battery remaining [SMWB SD Info Storage used BACK E......F Storage capacity Available recording time (H : M : S) Default Use arrow keys to return recorder Default settings to default factory settings BACK LECTROSONICS, INC.
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Digital Hybrid Wireless Belt-Pack Transmitters SMWB Power Button Menu From the Main Window press the power button. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to select the item. Press SEL to return to Resume the previous screen Press SEL to turn the Pwr Off power off Rf On?
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LED Off option in the Power Button menu. 474.500 Frequency (MHz) Helpful Features on Receivers To aid in finding clear frequencies, several Lectrosonics Audio level receivers offer a SmartTune feature that scans the tuning range of the receiver and displays a graphical report that...
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494.525 4) Use the arrow buttons to adjust the gain All Lectrosonics Digital Hybrid Wireless receivers provide ® until the –10 dB glows green and the –20 dB LED a scanning function to quickly and easily find prospec- starts to flicker red during the loudest peaks in the tive frequencies with little or no RF interference.
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Freq. 1 block steps Selecting the Compatibility (Compat) b 19 Mode 1.6 MHz steps When used with a Lectrosonics Digital Hybrid Wireless 10 MHz steps ® 25 kHz steps receiver, the best audio quality will be achieved with the 494.525 system set to the Nu Hybrid compatibility mode.
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• Mode 7:* Mode 7 Naming • IFB Series: IFB Mode Modes 3, 6 and 7 work with certain non-Lectrosonics Recorded File Naming models. Contact the factory for details. Choose to name the recorded files by the sequence Selecting Step Size number or by the clock time.
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5) Solder the wires and resistors to the pins on the insert according to the diagrams shown in Wiring Hookups for Different Sources. A length of .065 OD clear tubing is included if you need to insulate the resistor leads or shield wire. LECTROSONICS, INC.
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VHF transmitters with insulation shield 5-pin jacks require a different termination. Lectrosonics lavaliere microphones are terminated for compatibility with VHF and UHF transmitters, which is different from what is shown here. Rio Rancho, NM...
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Compatible wiring for microphones NOTE: This servo bias wiring is not compatib le with earlier such as negative bias TRAM models. versions of Lectrosonics transmitters . Check with the factory TA5F NOTE: The resistor value can range from 2k to 4k ohms.
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Refer to the diagram below for the correct loca- tions of capacitors. Line Level Use 330 pF capacitors. Capacitors are available from More Headroom Lectrosonics. Please specify the part number for the (20 dB) desired lead style. Leaded capacitors: P/N 15117 Leadless capacitors: P/N SCC330P...
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The recovery will back on for normal use, the LCD will display a happen quickly and you will see: message prompting you to format the card: Recovery Format Card? Successful (files lost) • No • Yes LECTROSONICS, INC.
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Digital Hybrid Wireless Belt-Pack Transmitters Declaration of Conformity Special Note: Files under 4 minutes long may recover with additional data “tacked on” to the end of the file (from previous recordings or data if the card had been used previously). This can be effectively eliminated in post with a simple delete of the unwanted extra “noise”...
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To apply the silver paste, first completely remove the cover plate from the SM housing by backing the thumb- screw completely out of the case. Use a clean, soft cloth to clean the threads of the thumbscrew. NOTE: Do NOT use alcohol or a liquid cleaner. LECTROSONICS, INC.
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588.800 - 607.950 Orange w/ Label 4.24 in./107.70 mm. NOTE: Not all Lectrosonics products are built on all of the blocks covered in this table. Factory supplied antennas precut to length include a label with the frequency range. Rio Rancho, NM...
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AMMxx Antenna user’s skin. (pkg of two) Antenna supplied corresponds with unit ordered. A1 - AMM19, B1 - AMM22, C1 - AMM25. PSMWB Sewn leather pouch supplied with single battery model; plastic window allows access to control panel. LECTROSONICS, INC.
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Digital Hybrid Wireless Belt-Pack Transmitters Optional Accessories SMWB Single Battery Model SMDWB Dual Battery Model SMWBBCUP SMDWBBCSL Wire clip for single Wire clip for dual battery model; battery model antenna points UP antenna points UP when unit is worn when unit is worn on a belt.
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• The remote control function must be enabled on the transmitter. Please be aware this app is not a Lectrosonics product. It is privately owned and operated by New Endian LLC, www.newendian.com. The iPhone version keeps each available setting on a separate page with the list of options for that setting.
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Digital Hybrid Wireless Belt-Pack Transmitters Specifications Signal to Noise Ratio (dB): Transmitter (overall system, 400 Series mode) Operating frequencies: SmartNR No Limiting w/Limiting SMWB/SMDWB: SMWB/SMDWB/EO1: 103.5 108.0 Band A1: 470.100 - 537.575 (Note: the dual envelope “soft” limiter Band A1: 470.100 - 537.575 NORMAL 107.0 111.5...
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4. RF interference. Reset both transmitter and receiver to a clear channel. Use scanning function on receiver if available. 5. Musical instrument output set too low. 6. Microphone capsule picking up RF noise. See item on page 21 entitled Microphone RF Bypassing. LECTROSONICS, INC.
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Digital Hybrid Wireless Belt-Pack Transmitters Excessive Feedback (With Microphone) 1. Transmitter gain (audio level) too high. Check gain adjustment and/or reduce receiver output level. 2. Microphone too close to speaker system. 3. Microphone is too far from user’s mouth. Slow Card Warning While Recording 1.
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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.
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Digital Hybrid Wireless Belt-Pack Transmitters Rio Rancho, NM...
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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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