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thomann the t.bone free solo PT User Manual

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  • Page 1 free solo PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 2 Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 Internet: www.thomann.de 06.07.2023, ID: 296201, 296204, 296206, ... (V7)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................6 1.1 Further information........................... 7 1.2 Notational conventions........................7 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 8 Safety instructions..........................10 Features............................... 13 Installation and starting up........................ 15 4.1 General Information........................15 4.2 Receiver............................... 16 4.3 Transmitter............................
  • Page 4 Table of contents Plug and connection assignment....................40 Troubleshooting............................43 Protecting the environment......................45 free solo PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 5 free solo PT UHF Wireless System...

  • Page 6: General Information

    Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐ fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. free solo PT...

  • Page 7: Further Information

    General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.

  • Page 8: Symbols And Signal Words

    General information Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Instructions The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is indented and highlighted by an arrow. Example: Switch on the device.
  • Page 9 General information Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided.

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 11 Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specified in the chapter ‘Technical specifications’...
  • Page 12 Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible staining The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a suitable underlay if neces‐ sary, i.e.

  • Page 13: Features

    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 PT consists of the following components: 9.5"...
  • Page 14 Available channels per quency groups group the t.bone free solo PT 600 MHz (item no. 296201) the t.bone free solo PT 823 MHz (item no. 296204) the t.bone free solo PT 863 MHz (item no. 296206) the t.bone free solo PT 660 MHz (item no. 380970)

  • Page 15: Installation And Starting Up

    For more information, please visit: http://www.thomann.de. Make sure that transmitter and receiver are both tuned to the same channel.

  • Page 16: Receiver

    Installation and starting up 4.2 Receiver Rack mounting The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19" rack; it occupies one rack unit. The fixing material required for assembly is included. Connecting the power supply NOTICE! External power supply The device is powered by an external power supply.

  • Page 17: Transmitter

    Installation and starting up Attaching the antennas Attach the included antennas to the rear panel of the transmitter. To improve the transmission quality and to adapt to the spatial conditions they are rotatable and swivelling. In case the space provided on the device for direct assembly of the antennas is not sufficient, for example because the space on the rack is narrow, you can use the optionally available coaxial cable to assemble the antennas separately from the device.
  • Page 18 Installation and starting up Connecting the microphone or Ensure that the transmitter is switched off. instrument to the transmitter Connect the microphone or instrument cable to the input on the transmitter (mini-XLR panel connector). Turn on the transmitter and check the transmission by using the microphone or instru‐ ment.

  • Page 19: Connections And Operating Elements

    Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements 5.1 Receiver Front panel & DATA SYNC 18 .18 free solo FREQUENCY 888 888 AUTO AUTO POWER TRUE DIVERSITY RECEIVER ö free solo PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 20 Connections and operating elements 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 synchronization of the settings with the transmitter.
  • Page 21 Connections and operating elements Rear panel D.C 12-18V 500mA FREQ. BALANCED UNBALANCED ANTENNA-B ANTENNA-A 863~865MHz OUTPUT OUTPUT 9 [DC 12-18V] | Socket for connecting the supplied AC 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, a power amp or recording device.
  • Page 22 Connections and operating elements 11 [UNBALANCED OUTPUT] | 1/4" phone socket as unbalanced audio signal output for direct connection to a mixer, a power amp or recording device. 12, 13 [ANTENNA-B], [ANTENNA-A] | Suitable UHF antennas. The receiver evaluates the radio signal coming from both antennas and selects the signal with the higher quality for further processing.
  • Page 23 Connections and operating elements Display 18 .18 - 10 FREQUENCY 888 888 - 15 - 20 - 25 - 30 AUTO 15 [GP] | Indicates the selected frequency group. 16 [CH] | Indicates the selected channel. | Indicates that the unit is locked to prevent unintentional operation. free solo PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 24 Connections and operating elements | Indicates that the receiver does not receive a signal, e.g. because the transmitter is disabled, the connection is interrupted or the channel is just changing. 19 [A/B] | Shows which of the two antennas is currently being used for signal transmission. 20 [SQ] | Shows the set squelch level for the radio signal.

  • Page 25: Transmitter

    Connections and operating elements 5.2 Transmitter BATT MUTE 838 000 FREQUENCY GAIN 31 Display 32 Antenna 33 [MUTE] | Shows that the device has been muted. free solo PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 26 Connections and operating elements 34 [BATT LOW] / [ON] | Blinks when the battery is too low. 35 [SET] | Opens the menu. keys | Increases or decreases the currently displayed value. 37 Battery holder for two round cell batteries (AA, LR06), 1.5 V or comparable rechargeable batteries. 38 [IR] | Infrared sensor 39 INPUT | Mini-XLR chassis plug for connecting a microphone or instrument.
  • Page 27 Connections and operating elements 51 [FREQUENCY] / [GP] / [CH] Depending on selected menu item: Indicates the frequency that is assigned to the set combination of frequency group and channel. FREQUENCY 838 000 Displays the set frequency group and the set channel. | Indicates that the unit is locked to prevent unintentional operation.

  • Page 28: Operating

    Operating Operating 6.1 Receiver Selecting 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’...
  • Page 29 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...
  • Page 30 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...

  • Page 31: Transmitter

    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 located under the flap on the front side.
  • Page 32 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 the arrow keys to select the frequency group.
  • Page 33 Operating Setting transmitter power Keep pressing [SET] until the symbol blinks on the display. Use the arrow keys 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.
  • Page 34 Operating Unlocking the keypad To unlock the keypad, press , until the symbol is no longer displayed. ð The keys have their original function again. free solo PT UHF Wireless System...

  • Page 35: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications 7.1 Receiver Max. number of parallel systems 8 systems Input connections Power supply Input socket for external power adapter Output connections Audio signal XLR chassis plug, balanced 1/4" phone socket (unbalanced) Output level adjustment 3/0/-5/-10/-15/-20/-25/-30 dB and mute Frequency of operation 823…832 MHz Bandwidth...
  • Page 36 Technical specifications Supply voltage 12 V Fuse 0,5 A Power supply External power adapter, 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz Operating voltage 12 V / 1000 mA, centre positive Power adapter Secondary current 0,5 A Secondary voltage 12 V Polarity Positive Dimensions (W ×...

  • Page 37: Transmitter

    Technical specifications Further information Guitar channels Transmission technology Analog Transmitter type Bodypack transmitter Receiver type Stationary Detachable antenna Charging system Built-in battery Suitable antennas converter Optionally available (item no. 177448) Accessories Guitar cable, rack mount and plastic case included 7.2 Transmitter Frequency of operation 823…832 MHz Max.
  • Page 38 UHF band (600 MHz…1.8 GHz) Frequency band the t.bone free solo PT 600 MHz (item no. 296201): 596 MHz…620 MHz the t.bone free solo PT 823 MHz (item no. 296204): 823 MHz…832 MHz the t.bone free solo PT 863 MHz (item no. 296206): 863 MHz…865 MHz the t.bone free solo PT 660 MHz (item no.
  • Page 39 Technical specifications NF frequency response 60 Hz…18 kHz < 0.5 % Power supply 2 AA cells (LR6, 1.5 V) or corresponding rechargeable batteries Range of the infrared connection for the syn‐ 80 mm chronization between transmitter and receiver Battery Battery type AA, LR06 Voltage 1,5 V*2...
  • Page 40 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’...
  • Page 41 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 PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 42 Plug and connection assignment Mini-XLR connections for signal A mini-XLR panel connector serves as a signal input on the transmitter. The figure and the input on the transmitter table show the mini-XLR pin assignment. Ground Positive signal (+) Negative signal (–) free solo PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 43 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 PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 44 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 PT UHF Wireless System...
  • Page 45 Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery.
  • Page 46 Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste. Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility.
  • Page 48 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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