Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................6 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 6 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 10 Installation and starting up........................ 12 4.1 General Information........................12 4.2 Receiver............................... 13 4.3 Transmitter............................14 Connections and controls........................15 5.1 Receiver............................... 15 5.2 Transmitter............................
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Table of contents Troubleshooting............................37 Protecting the environment......................39 free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. 1.1 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this document.
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – danger zone. free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used for the wireless transmission of audio signals from micro‐ phones or instruments to amplifiers or active speakers. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Damage to the device if operated in unsuitable ambient conditions! The device can be damaged if it is operated in unsuitable ambient conditions. Only operate the device indoors within the ambient conditions specified in the “Technical specifications” chapter of this user manual. Avoid operating it in environments with direct sun‐ light, heavy dirt and strong vibrations.
Features Features The UHF wireless system is particularly suitable for professional audio transmission, for example at events, on rock stages and in concert halls, theatres, musicals or night clubs. Your UHF wireless system free solo HT consists of the following components: 9.5-inch diversity receiver –...
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Available channels per quency groups group the t.bone free solo HT 600 MHz (item no. 296199) the t.bone free solo HT 823 MHz (item no. 296196) the t.bone free solo HT 863 MHz (item no. 296197) the t.bone free solo HT 590 MHz (item no. 380966)
Installation and starting up 4.2 Receiver Rack mounting The device is designed for mounting in a standard 19-inch rack; it occupies one rack unit (RU). The fixing material required for assembly is included. Connecting the power supply NOTICE! Damage to the external power supply due to high voltages! The device is powered by an external power supply.
Installation and starting up Attaching the antennas Attach the included antennas to the back of the transmitter. The antenna can be rotated and swivelled to improve transmission quality and to adapt to spatial conditions. If there is not enough space on the device for direct assembly of the antennas, for example because there is not much space in the rack, you can use the optionally available coaxial cable to assemble the antennas separately from the device.
Connections and controls Connections and controls 5.1 Receiver Front & DATA SYNC 18 .18 free solo FREQUENCY 888 888 AUTO AUTO POWER TRUE DIVERSITY RECEIVER ö free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
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Connections and controls 1 [POWER] | Press the switch for several seconds to switch the device on or off. All previous settings are retained even when you switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains. 2 Infrared receiver. 3 [ADL] | Starts the synchronisation of the settings with the transmitter.
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Connections and controls Back D.C 12-18V 500mA FREQ. BALANCED UNBALANCED ANTENNA-B ANTENNA-A 863~865MHz OUTPUT OUTPUT free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
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Connections and controls 9 [DC 12-18V] | Socket for connecting the supplied power supply. If you are using a different power supply, observe the correct voltage, the polarity of the plug and the power consumption. 10 [BALANCED OUTPUT] | XLR panel plug as balanced audio signal output for direct connection to a mixer, power ampli‐ fier or recording device.
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Connections and controls Display 18 .18 - 10 FREQUENCY 888 888 - 15 - 20 - 25 - 30 AUTO free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
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Connections and controls 15 [GP] | Displays the selected frequency group. 16 [CH] | Displays the selected channel. | Indicates that the device is locked to prevent unintentional changes. | Indicates that the receiver is not receiving a signal, e.g. because the transmitter is disabled, the connection is interrupted or the channel is currently changing.
Connections and controls 5.2 Transmitter free solo free solo free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
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Connections and controls 31 Display. 32 Microphone head grill to prevent damage and to reduce wind and breathing noises. 33 Main switch Press the switch for several seconds to switch the device on or off. Press the switch briefly to mute or unmute the microphone.
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Connections and controls 51 [FREQUENCY] / [GP] / [CH] | Depending on the selected menu item: Displays the frequency that is assigned to the set combination of frequency group and channel. Displays the set frequency group and the set channel. FREQUENCY 838 000 | Indicates that the device is locked to prevent unintentional changes.
Operating Operating 6.1 Receiver Select frequency Press [SET]. ð The [GP] display blinks. Use the arrow keys to select the frequency group. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð The [CH] display blinks. Use the arrow keys to select a channel within the set frequency group. If you have selected frequency group ‘U’...
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Operating Synchronizing transmitter and receiver Open the transmitter to expose the infra red sensor. Press [ADL]. The [IR] display blinks. Hold the infrared sensor of the transmitter near the infrared interface of the receiver within ten seconds. When synchronization has been successfully completed, the [IR] display stops blinking. ð...
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Operating Setting squelch Hold down [SET] until the [SQ] area blinks on the display. Use the arrow buttons to set the desired value. The current value is shown on the right side of the display. Press [SET] to confirm the selection. ð...
Operating Locking or unlocking the keypad Hold down [SET] until the symbol appears. ð All keys except for the main switch are locked. To unlock the keypad, press [SET], until the symbol is no longer visible. ð The keys have their original function again. 6.2 Transmitter The keys for operating the device are accessible if you unscrew the bottom housing section.
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Operating Select frequency If you don't wish to synchronize the transmitter with the receiver using the infra red interface, you can set the transmitting frequency manually in the configurable frequency group (user bank). Keep pressing [SET] until the value in the [GP] field blinks on the display. Use [SEL] to select the frequency group.
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Operating Setting transmitter power Keep pressing [SET] until the symbol blinks on the display. Use [SEL] to change the transmitter power (5 mW, 10 mW, 20 mW). Press [SET] to confirm the selection. Press the main switch to close the menu without making any changes.
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Operating Unlocking the keypad To unlock the keypad, press [SEL], until the symbol is no longer displayed. ð The keys have their original function again. free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
Frequency range 584…865 MHz Bandwidth the t.bone free solo HT 590 MHz (item no. 380966): 24 MHz the t.bone free solo HT 600 MHz (item no. 296199): 12 MHz the t.bone free solo HT 823 MHz (item no. 296196): 9 MHz the t.bone free solo HT 863 MHz (item no.
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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Plug and connection assignment 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐ anced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
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3. Interference can also be caused by other radio or in-ear systems. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. free solo HT UHF Wireless System...
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Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packing material Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging. These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner. Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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Repairing a device or passing it on to another user is an ecologically valuable alternative to disposal. You can return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current conditions on www.thomann.de. If your old device contains personal data, delete those data before disposing of it.
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