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. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
Always dispose of packaging material properly when it is not in use. Never allow children to use the device without supervi‐ sion. Keep small parts away from children and make sure that the device does not shed any small parts (such knobs) that children could play with. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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Possible damage due to leaking batteries! Batteries can leak and cause permanent damage to the device. Take the batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for an extended period of time. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may react with the coating of the floor and cause permanent dark stains after some time. If necessary, use a suitable mat or felt slide to prevent direct contact between the device’s rubber feet and the floor. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
Features and scope of delivery Features and scope of delivery The UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT is particularly suitable for professional audio transmission, for example at events, on rock stages and in concert halls, theatres, musicals or night clubs.
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Features and scope of delivery the t.bone TWS 16 PT 600 MHz Your UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT consists of the following components: (item no. 269808) 9.5-inch diversity receiver DS16R – Adjustable squelch – Two antennas for optimum reception quality –...
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Features and scope of delivery the t.bone TWS 16 PT 821 MHz Your UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT consists of the following components: (item no. 273720) 9.5-inch diversity receiver DS16R – Adjustable squelch – Two antennas for optimum reception quality –...
The fixing material required for assembly is included. Two devices can be mounted side by side in a 19-inch rack. Connect the two devices with the supplied connection brackets as shown in the drawing below. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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As a precaution, disconnect the power supply from the power grid when storms are approaching or it the device will not be used for a longer period. First, connect the power supply to the receiver and then plug the power supply into the power outlet. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
Open the lid of the battery compartment by sliding it in the direction of the arrow, and insert the batteries. Pay attention to the correct location of the poles. Close the battery compartment and switch the transmitter on. The [LOW BATT] LED lights up briefly. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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Connect the instrument cable to the input of the transmitter. Turn on the transmitter and check the transmission by playing the instrument. If neces‐ sary, adjust the gain of the transmitter (with the [GAIN] control) and the levels on your mixer or amplifier. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
Connections and controls Connections and controls 5.1 Receiver Front panel ö # & TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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5 [RF LEVEL] | The LEDs indicate the strength of the received carrier signal. The more LEDs are on, the better the recep‐ tion. If no LED lights up, no signal is received. 6 [VOLUME] | Controls for setting the output level on the two audio outputs on the back TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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6 [DC INPUT] | Socket for connecting the supplied power supply unit. If you are using a different power supply, observe the correct voltage, the polarity of the plug and the power consumption. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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7 [CHANNEL] | Rotary control for selecting a channel between 1 and 16 8 [GAIN] | Rotary control for adjusting the input sensitivity to the level of the input signal 9 Indicates that the device is switched on and that the battery still provides sufficient power. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
The "SQUELCH" control may be set too high. 6. Make sure that no metal objects near the transmitter or receiver are obstructing the transmission. Transmission is interrupted 1. Modify the orientation of the antennas. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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3. Interference can also be caused by televisions, radios or mobile phones. The sound is distorted Change the “VOLUME” control settings on the receiver. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
1: 243.95 MHz2, 2: 10.7 MHz ± 0.005% Frequency stability ± 20 kHz Rated frequency deviation Side and image frequency rejection 80 dB min. Sensitivity 8 dBµV Antenna gain 2.6 dBi Selectivity > 50 dB Pilot tone 32.768 kHz TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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210 mm × 50 mm × 189 mm Weight 515 g Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20%…80% (non-condensing) The number of systems, frequency band, frequency range, bandwidth and modulation type correspond to those of the transmitter. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
Input connections 1 × mini XLR panel plug Frequency band UHF band Frequency range the t.bone TWS 16 PT 863 MHz 863.125 MHz … 864.875 MHz (item no. 183384) the t.bone TWS 16 PT 600 MHz 606.225 MHz … 629.825 MHz (item no.
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Dimensions (W × H × D), without 70 mm × 96 mm × 30 mm antenna Dimensions (W × H × D), with antenna 70 mm × 190 mm × 30 mm Weight 89 g TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) Mini XLR Ground Positive signal (+) Negative signal (–) TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
Use the available collection sites. Before disposing of your old device, remove the batteries if this is possible without destroying Dispose of the batteries or rechargeable batteries at suitable collection points or through your local waste facility. TWS 16 PT UHF Wireless System...
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When disposing of the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. You can also return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current conditions on www.thomann.de.
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