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  • Page 1 GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...
  • Page 2 Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 Internet: www.thomann.de 04.04.2024, ID: 313903 (V7)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................6 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 6 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 11 Installation and starting up........................ 13 4.1 General Information........................13 4.2 Receiver............................... 14 Connections and controls........................16 5.1 Receiver............................... 16 5.2 Bodypack transmitter........................21 5.3 Battery charging station........................
  • Page 4 Table of contents Plug and connection assignment....................38 Troubleshooting............................40 Protecting the environment......................42 GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...
  • Page 5 GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...

  • Page 6: General Information

    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.
  • Page 7 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. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.

  • Page 8: 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 9 Safety instructions WARNING! Incorrect handling of lithium batteries can result in injury! In the event of a short circuit, overheating or mechanical damage, lithium batteries can cause severe injuries. Handle lithium bat‐ teries in a correct and professional manner. Store lithium batteries in a cool and dry place in their original packaging. Keep lithium batteries away from sources of heat.
  • Page 10 Safety instructions NOTICE! Possible damage to lithium-ion batteries through incorrect storage! Deep discharge can permanently damage lithium-ion batteries or cause them to lose some of their capacity. Charge the lithium-ion batteries before longer breaks in use and before storage. Ensure that the device is switched off for storage. Store the device at room temperature or cooler in an environment as dry as possible.

  • Page 11: Features

    Features Features The Wireless System GigA Pro Body Set consists of the following components: 9.5-inch Diversity receiver: – Two antennas for optimum reception quality – Automatic frequency scan, four to six frequencies in parallel – Infrared interface for sending the frequency selection from the receiver to the trans‐ mitter (ACT sync) –...
  • Page 12 Features The system operates at 2.400 GHz … 2.4835 GHz worldwide at no charge and without registra‐ tion. GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...

  • Page 13: 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 14: Receiver

    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.
  • Page 15 Installation and starting up Connecting audio and starting Connect one of the audio outputs of the receiver to your mixer or your amplifier. Ensure that only one of the two outputs is ever used at a time, because faults might occur otherwise. GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...

  • Page 16: Connections And Controls

    Connections and controls Connections and controls 5.1 Receiver Front ö ö & GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...
  • Page 17 Connections and controls 1 Antennas 2 [POWER] | Press the switch to turn the device on or off. All previous settings are retained even when you switch the device off and disconnect it from the mains. 3 [CONTROL] | Press the jog wheel to open the menu and rotate it to select a menu item. Press the jog wheel again to call up the menu item.
  • Page 18 Connections and controls Back ö ö 1 Antennas 2 [OUTPUT] | 6.35-mm jack socket as unbalanced audio signal output for direct connection to a mixer, power amplifier or recording device. 3 [BALANCED OUT] | XLR panel plug as balanced audio signal output for direct connection to a mixer, a power amplifier or a recording device.
  • Page 19 Connections and controls Display 1 Audio signal level ö 2 [CH] | Display of the set channel & 3 Bass filter Symbol visible: Bass filter active Symbol invisible: Bass filter not active 4 Write protection Lock icon open: Write protection not active Lock icon closed: Write protection active 5 Gain 6 [ID] | Displays the set ID...
  • Page 20 Connections and controls 8 Current radio signal frequency ‘L’ : low level ‘H’ : high level 9 Transmitter status indicator Speaker symbol: The transmitter is not muted Speaker symbol crossed out: The transmitter is muted Display during automatic channel evaluation ö...

  • Page 21: Bodypack Transmitter

    Connections and controls 5.2 Bodypack transmitter 1 Antenna ö 2 [AF] | Button for muting the transmitter. The switch lights up when the transmitter is active. Press the button to mute the transmitter. 3 Mini-XLR panel plug for connecting a microphone or instrument. &...

  • Page 22: Battery Charging Station

    Connections and controls 5.3 Battery charging station ö GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...
  • Page 23 Connections and controls 1 Connection for the supplied power supply 2 Charging slot suitable for handheld microphone and bodypack transmitter. 3 Charging indication for the loading slot. The LED lights up red while charging is in progress. When the device is charged, the LED turns green.

  • Page 24: Operating

    Operating Operating 6.1 Receiver Switching on the receiver Requirements: All transmitters are switched off. The volume control of the mixer is set to min‐ imum volume. Press [POWER] to turn the device on. ð The display shows the current settings. How to navigate in the menu Press the jog wheel to open the main menu or to open a menu item.
  • Page 25 Operating Selecting channel and ID In this menu the channel number is selected. The ID adjustable in addition to the channel increases the transmission reliability. Press the jog wheel to open the main menu. Turn the jog wheel until the menu item ‘Channel&ID’ appears. Press the jog wheel to call up the menu item.
  • Page 26 Operating Gain setting Press the jog wheel to open the main menu. Turn the jog wheel until the menu item ‘AudioGain’ appears. Press the jog wheel to call up the menu item. ð The current gain setting is displayed. The cursor is positioned on the dB value. Turn the jog wheel left or right to select a dB value between -10 db and +20 dB.
  • Page 27 Operating Turn the jog wheel left or right to select ‘ON’ if you want to activate the bass filter. The filter is used to suppress annoying hum or rumbling noises. Turn the jog wheel left or right to select ‘OFF’ if you want to deactivate the bass filter. Press the jog wheel to confirm the selection.
  • Page 28 Operating Automatic channel evaluation Press the jog wheel to open the main menu. Turn the jog wheel until the menu item ‘ChannelScan’ appears. Press the jog wheel to start the automatic channel evaluation. ð The evaluation result is displayed. Here, the vertical bars indicate how strong the interferences on the respective channel are.
  • Page 29 Operating Turn the jog wheel left or right to select ‘NO’ if you you do not want to set write protec‐ tion. Turn the jog wheel left or right to select ‘YES’ if you want to set write protection. Press the jog wheel to confirm the selection. Turn the jog wheel left or right to select the menu item ‘Exit&Save’...
  • Page 30 Operating Synchronizing transmitter and receiver Turn on the transmitter and point the infrared sensor of the transmitter directly at the [ACT] button of the receiver. Press [ACT]. ð The message ‘ACT...’ in the display indicates that the synchronization is running. After successful synchronization, the display appears in the default state.

  • Page 31: Bodypack Transmitter

    Operating 6.2 Bodypack transmitter Engaging transmitter Connect a microphone or your instrument to the Mini XLR chassis plug before turning on the transmitter. Make sure to screw plug and socket together. If you want to use an available external mute switch, connect it also before turning it on. Press [ON].
  • Page 32 Operating Battery replacement Turn the transmitter off. Press the two side latches together to open the battery compartment cover. Remove the empty battery and replace it with a charged one. Observe the correct polarity. Seen from the front, the positive pole is on the right side. Should the transmitter also fail to work with a freshly charged battery, turn the trans‐...

  • Page 33: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications 7.1 Receiver Number of systems that can be oper‐ 8 systems ated in parallel Input connections Power supply 1× Socket for connecting the power adapter Output connections Audio signal 1× XLR panel plug, balanced 1× 6.35-mm jack socket, unbalanced Output level adjustment –10 dB …...
  • Page 34 Technical specifications Operating voltage 12 – 15 V / 1,000 mA, centre positive Installation properties 19 inches, 1 RU Dimensions (W × H × D), 210 mm × 44 mm × 180 mm without antennas Weight 0.75 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity...

  • Page 35: Bodypack Transmitter

    Technical specifications 7.2 Bodypack transmitter Frequency range 2.400 GHz … 2.4835 GHz Max. transmission power 10 mW Maximum input level 6.5 dBV Input impedance 1.0 MΩ Range in clear field of vision up to 100 m Battery Battery type 1 × Lithium-ion rechargeable battery ICR-18500 Voltage 3.7 V...

  • Page 36: Battery Charging Station

    Technical specifications Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20%…80% (non-condensing) 7.3 Battery charging station Charging current approx. 500 mA Power supply External power adapter, 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz Operating voltage 10 – 15 V / 1,000 mA, centre positive Current consumption approx.
  • Page 37 Technical specifications Diversity Switchable frequencies Detachable antennas Pilot tone Max. number of radio links Power supply of the transmitter 1× Lithium-ion rechargeable battery ICR-18500 GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...
  • Page 38 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 39 Plug and connection assignment 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) Mini XLR Ground Positive signal (+) Negative signal (–) GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In the following we list a few common problems that may occur during operation. We give you some suggestions for easy troubleshooting: Symptom Remedy No sound 1. Check the power supply of the transmitter and receiver. 2. Make sure that transmitter and receiver are operating in the same frequency range.
  • Page 41 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. GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...
  • Page 42 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.
  • Page 43 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.
  • Page 44 Notes GigA Pro Body Set Wireless System...
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  • Page 48 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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