SABINE SW71-NDR User Manual

SABINE SW71-NDR User Manual

2.4 ghz smart spectrum true mobility
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Declaration of Conformity
EC - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Council Directive: 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC (EMC Directives)
Manufacturer Signature: __________________________
28 April, 2003
Date: __________
CE M
ARKING
We, the Manufacturer
SABINE, INC.
13301 NW US HIGHWAY 441
ALACHUA, FLORIDA USA
declare that the product
RECEIVER
SABINE MODEL SWM7000
Is in conformity with
Standards to which conformity is declared:
EN 60065: 2001
EN 55022: 1998 Class B
EN 50082-1: 1998
Doran Oster, President
Name: __________________________
1
Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum
LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr
®
Wireless

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  • Page 1 Standards to which conformity is declared: EN 60065: 2001 EN 55022: 1998 Class B EN 50082-1: 1998 Manufacturer Signature: __________________________ 28 April, 2003 Doran Oster, President Date: __________ Name: __________________________ ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    8.2. Using the Compressor 8.3. Suggested Compression Settings 16. CAUTIONS & WARRANTY 8.3.1. Vocal Settings INDEX 8.3.2. Guitar Settings This operating guide written for receivers using Sabine SWM7000 Remote Control Software version 2.0 and above. Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum ® Wireless...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Sabine Remote Control Software — how to control up to 70 channels from one PC. Section 14 Tips & Troubleshooting — gives tips on how to get the best performance from your Sabine Wireless, and describes some possible operating problems and their solutions.
  • Page 4: Product Views

    Output A Fig. 2c - SW72-NDR Two-channel Receiver w/Network & Digital Interface Fig. 2d - SW72-R Two-channel Receiver Fig. 2e - SW71-R One-channel Receiver See Page 55 for the chart of DIP Switch Settings Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum ® Wireless...
  • Page 5: Transmitters

    SW70-H19: Handheld Mic w/Condenser Element (VT) CAUTION ALKALINE BATTERY Alkaline batteries must be one of following types: NEDA: 14A ANSI: 14A IEC: LR14 — DO NOT USE RECHARGEABLE ALKALINE BATTERIES — ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 6: Quick Setups

    NOTE: Dual channel receivers will not allow you to select the same RF channel for both channels. NOTE: Front panel RF Signal display will only register Sabine transmitters. It will not show RF interference. Use the RF Scan function in the software to scan for potential RF interference.
  • Page 7 Finally, adjust the amplifier gain control (and/or crossover gain, if one is used) to provide the desired level of sound pressure in the auditorium or listening area. See Section 4.2.3 Adjusting Transmitter Settings for more information. ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 8 (the quality should be very similar). Before pressing BY- PASS, take care to reduce your overall system gain so that you do not release suppressed feedback! FBX BYPASS CAUTION Bypassing FBX filters may allow suppressed feedback to be released! Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum ® Wireless...
  • Page 9 NOTE: Mic SuperModeling is not avail- able using beltpack transmitters. NOTE: Use these settings as a place from which to start, then adjust to your own satisfaction. ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 10: Tips For Good Rf Performance

    2.4 GHz band. In general, Sabine microphones should not be affected by these WLANS because their spread spectrum technology does not present a problem for the Sabine Smart Spectrum system. The Sabine wireless system will not interfere with the WLAN.
  • Page 11 • 2.4 GHz Cordless phones: These home telephones broadcast at very low power and should not present interference problems for your Sabine wireless. This is especially true if the telephone uses spread spectrum technology. See caution at left. • Wireless Video Cameras: Certain wireless video cameras (X10, for example) use the 2.4 GHz band.
  • Page 12: Transmitter Operation

    Belt clip If you are using a different microphone with the Sabine belt pack, please refer to the Appendix A for the required wiring plan. Failure to use the proper wiring scheme may damage your mic or the belt pack, and void your warranty.
  • Page 13: Accessing Transmitter Controls

    CHARGE: Illuminates when the transmitter battery is being charged (i.e., when the charger is connected, either by direct plug-in or by placing the handheld mic in the Sabine charging clip). BATTERY VOLTAGE LEVEL METER: Indicates measured battery voltage; the more segments illuminated, the higher the voltage, and the greater the remaining battery life.
  • Page 14: Adjusting Transmitter Settings

    This feature allows you to fine tune the sound of your instrument while it Transmitter LCD. is patched into your Sabine wireless beltpack. For instructions please 2. Use the Up or Down buttons to select the refer to page 22.
  • Page 15: Transmitter Battery Management

    ON is no longer illuminated. Both RF and audio are off, and the battery ment. As in all audio equipment, the setting of run-time hours meter is off. Note that Sabine’s squelch system pre- the input level is crucial to achieving the best vents any “popping”...
  • Page 16 Alkaline Rechargeable Batteries completely dead. Sabine’s intelligent charger circuitry detects the type of battery in Alkaline place within the battery compartment, and automatically turns off Rechargeable the charger if the battery is not compatible with the charger.
  • Page 17 (SWC70-CL). The SWC-POWR charger can be plugged directly that the battery is being into either the transmitter or into the clip. A Sabine rechargeable battery tested. This occurs prior to (SWBC1) will charge whenever the mic clip is connected to the Sabine...
  • Page 18: Receiver Operation

    Fig. 5a: SW72R front panel Receiver LCD Status Bars Relative Position Indicator Function Value Display Function Display Messages FBX, Lock and Edit Status Indicators Fig. 5b: Receiver LCD Compete Display Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum ® Wireless...
  • Page 19 Default LOCK 2 setting locks out all functions except FBX and Program Load. Edit Status: In a 2-channel receiver, this field illuminates when the corre- sponding Channel Button is pushed, indicating Controls are assigned to this channel. ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 20: Parameter Control & Lcd Display

    2-channel receiver, this set of controls is shared, and assigned to a channel by pushing either the A or B Channel Select button (see Section 5.2.2). Your SWM7000 Series receiver uses Sabine’s Tweek-n-Peek™ digi- tal control system. Whenever you turn a control knob one click, the associ- ated function is shown on two lines of text display in the LCD.
  • Page 21: Special Lcd Display Messages

    For example, you may have a mixer with only 8 inputs, but you really need 12 mics for a show. You can combine the outputs of several pairs of Sabine wireless mics and the show can go on without buying a new mixer.
  • Page 22: Controlling The Reciever In Channel Mixing Mode

    How can this be? Your guitar cable can actually reduce your high frequency re- sponse. We are all quite used to this slight rolling off of the high end, but the Sabine wireless does not roll off, so your instrument may sound brighter then ever before.
  • Page 23 When such antenna spacing proves difficult or impossible, we recommend using Sabine’s An- tenna Distribution Amplifier (Sabine SWA6SS), which can help manage antenna configurations and, more importantly, improve system-wide inter- ference rejection.
  • Page 24: Mic Supermodeling

    7 different SuperModel microphones available per chan- nel. Four of these (Shure SM-58, Shure Beta 58, Audio Technica ATM 41A, and AKG D-3800)* are designed for use with either of Sabine’s dynamic handheld microphone/transmitters (SW70-HD13 or SW70-HD15). The remaining three (Shure Beta 87A, AKG C535EB, and Audio Technica ATM 89R)* are designed for use with Sabine’s condenser handheld microphone/transmitter (SW70-H19).
  • Page 25: Future Microphone Modeling Choices

    6.4. Future Microphone Modeling Choices will occur when you change the sound When Sabine adds to the library of “virtual microphones” that are modeled by of the mic. the receiver DSP, these will be made available as a firmware upgrade from the Sabine web site, www.Sabine.com.
  • Page 26: Fbx Feedback Exterminator

    7 .2. FBX Set Up Follow these easy steps to obtain the maximum gain and protection from feedback. Sabine FBX employs a very fast and quiet setup mode to make it easy to use. 1. Place the speakers in the positions where they will be used during the program.
  • Page 27: Fbx Bypass Button

    Any feedback that occurs after setup will be eliminated by dynamic filters, which remain in reserve to catch surprise feedback if it occurs during performance/operation. In most instances you will experience an additional gain of 6-9 dB before feedback when using the Sabine True MobilityTM System. Precise results will depend on system and acoustical considerations.
  • Page 28: Compressor/Limiter Operation

    Ratio: Compression ratio is the ratio of the input gain change to the output gain change. The compression ratio on your Sabine Wireless ranges from 1:1 to 19:1, in increments of 1 dB. Set Ratio to 1:1 to bypass Compressor.
  • Page 29: Suggested Compression Settings

    Set to 4:1 Thresh: Set to compress peaks only Attack: Quick attack, medium release, hard knee (try various release settings, depending on the speed of notes played) Gain: Output boosted slightly ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 30 “soft knee” gradually im- poses the full compression ratio as the input gain approaches and exceeds the threshold. In Sabine products, the “softness” of a knee can vary from 1-40, with the higher level representing the “softest” character. In such a setting,...
  • Page 31: De-Esser

    De-esser is effective but transparent. 9.3. Using the De-esser Using the Sabine De-esser is simplicity itself. Turning the knob labeled “DE- ESS CUT” counterclockwise will increase the amount of sibilance reduction, by increasing the maximum depth of the shelving filter. The maximum allow- able cut is 24 dB.
  • Page 32: Program Save & Recall

    10e). 10.3. Naming a Preset Fig. 10c: Program PRESET SAVED Presets, channels and receivers can be named using the Sabine True Mobility Remote Software. Refer to Section 13 for details. 10.4. Power Off Memory The SWM7000 retains in memory all settings in effect at the time of being powered off, and returns to those settings when powered on.
  • Page 33: Multiple Systems Operation

    Multiple system operation presents at least two important operational chal- lenges: interference among transmission channels, and setup complexity. The Sabine SWM7000 provides powerful solutions to both, particularly the interference problems associated with two or more RF channels at work at the same time, at the same location.
  • Page 34: Antenna Distribution Amplifier

    However, a better strategy than moving the Antenna Distributor to a better position, and risking excessive transmission loss back to the receivers or requiring an upgrade to more expensive cable, is to utilize a pair of Sabine Extension Antennas (SWASS-EXT-2). These will connect to the antenna inputs...
  • Page 35: Antenna Distribution Amplifier Connection

    The inputs to the receiver & antenna dis- tributor amplifier have phantom ower available for this purpose. DO NOT SHORT TO GROUND IMPORTANT Antenna Cabling Impedence must be 50 Ohm. ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 36: Extension Antennas

    SWA6SS) are more omni directional in nature. In contrast, the Sabine’s Extension Antenna is sensitive to RF reception in a 135- degree arc in front of its mounted position. It extends sensitivity to the front and off-axis side locations as it increases rear RF rejection.
  • Page 37 90 meters from Extension Antenna to receiver, Sabine’s SWASS- EXT-2 allows more options for extending the distance between transmitter and receiver. (It should be noted that the typical range of Sabine’s SWM7000 series systems without the Extension Antenna is already 100 meters in typical circumstances).
  • Page 38: Remote Control Operation

    (on either a laptop or desktop computer) the free Sabine SWM Remote Control Software included with your system. Only receivers may be remotely con- trolled;...
  • Page 39 Quit all SWM7000 Software functions and close software BEFORE disconnecting the receiver connection to you computer. Failure to do this may cause the receiver to lock up. In case of receiver lock up, restart receiver. ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 40: Software Multiple Unit Control

    USB: Use this to connect to a single receiver, or the first receiver in a network (multiple receivers). NETWORK NOTE: Some SWM7000 receivers may not have a USB port. In this case, simply use a USB to RS-232 9-pin adaptor. Go to Sabine.com for DIP SWITCH SETTINGS a list of suggested adapters. •...
  • Page 41: Installing The Software

    Follow these simple instructions for installing the Sabine SWM Remote Soft- ware on your computer: Insert the Sabine software CD into your PC’s CD ROM drive and wait a few seconds for the auto-start software installer to open. Select the SWM7000 Remote Control Software installation icon and follow the instructions given in the dialog boxes that appear.
  • Page 42: Remote Control Operation

    View, and RF Scan) at the top of the screen. The controls associated with the five icons can also be accessed using function keys F2 through F6, respec- tively. Figure 13e shows the location of the menus and icons, and describes associated controls which are accessed. Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum ® Wireless...
  • Page 43 Fig. 13g - Front Panel Lock Setup resizable window (figure 13h). 13.4.2.4. Command View (F2) Shows the Command View on the screen (fig- ure 13c). Fig. 13h - Active Channels Window - All Channel View ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 44 70 chan- Fig. 13i RF Scanner results: one Sabine Transmitter (will display as a green line) and some low-level RF interference (will display as red lines) nels. You can control the speed of the scan using the Dwell Time ad- justment.
  • Page 45 Quit all SWM7000 Software functions and close software BEFORE disconnecting the receiver connection to you computer. Failure to do this may cause the receiver to lock up. In case of receiver lock up, restart receiver. ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 46: Tips & Troubleshooting

    Use a Sabine Antenna Distribution System (SWA6SS) for multiple system installation. • Return transmitters to a charger when not in use. • Use a Sabine SWASS-EXT Extension Antenna to extend range and/or improve recep- tion. 14.2. Troubleshooting Problem: Receiver and transmitter power are on, receiver RF Signal meters and Input Level meters are lighting up, but there is no sound from system.
  • Page 47: Common Sources Of Rf Interference

    Antenna Placement Caution As a general precaution, keep 2.4 GHz cordless telephones, microwave ovens, WLAN antennas and 2.4 GHz wireless video camera transmitters twice the distance from your Sabine wireless microphone system antennas as that of your Sabine 2.4 GHz transmitters. ®...
  • Page 48 As a general precaution, keep 2.4 GHz cordless telephones, microwave ovens, WLAN antennas and 2.4 GHz wireless video camera transmitters twice the distance from your Sabine wireless microphone system antennas as that of your Sabine 2.4 GHz transmitters. Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum ®...
  • Page 49: Fbx Theory & Practice

    -10 dB cut at 500, 630, 1K, 1.25K, 1.6K & 2K Hz tions or misguided use by unsophisticated sound system operators only ag- gravate the situation. To make matters still worse, a non-Sabine variety of wireless microphone adds yet another level of feedback danger to the picture.
  • Page 50: Parametric Filters And Fbx

    Q filters, when in fact they get substantially wider as they get deeper. The only way to know for sure if the filters are truly Constant Q is to inspect their frequency response curves. Sabine FBX Filters are true Constant Q filters.
  • Page 51: The Fbx & True Mobility® Advantage

    After inventing FBX technology and refining it for over a decade, Sabine has brought our patented automatic feed- back control to its fullest realization with the Sabine SWM7000 True Mobility® wireless systems. Our latest advance in maintaining the highest quality audio signal is due to the placement of the signal processing in the input chain of the microphone signal.
  • Page 52: Fbx Filter Width

    FBX filters (combined fixed and dynamic), which can be used as needed to exterminate feedback. After years of experience and experimentation, Sabine has settled upon a default balance of 7 fixed and 3 dynamic filters, set at the factory. This default condition can be changed to 8 fixed...
  • Page 53: Appendices

    Fig. A2 - 2-conductor Electret Wiring Diagram TA4F SWITCHCRAFT Fig. A3 - 3-conductor Electret Wiring Diagram Fig. A5 - AKG CK77 WR, C420L to Sabine SW70-T R150K Ohm Resistor TS connector Fig. A4 - Beltpack Instrument Cable To Extension Antennas...
  • Page 54: Appendix C: Specifications

    Power Programmable On/Off switch Power input rating: 100 – 240 VAC 50/60 Hz 0.4 A 35 W Battery: Sabine Rechargeable or two 1.5V Alkaline AA cells Fuse: 100 – 140 VAC 0.5A 250V SLOW BLOW Rechargeable Battery Life: 9 hours per charge, 500 charge cycles (typical) 200 –...
  • Page 55: Appendix D: Dip Switch Settings

    2444.480816 2473.045714 2417.502857 2446.067755 2474.632653 2418.296327 2446.861224 2475.426122 2419.883265 2448.448163 2477.013061 2420.676735 2449.241633 2477.806531 2422.263673 2450.828571 2479.393469 2423.057143 2451.622041 2480.186939 2424.644082 2453.208980 2481.773878 2425.437551 2454.002449 2482.567347 2427.024490 2455.589388 2427.817959 2456.382857 ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 56: Appendix F: Battery Endurance Tests (Typical)

    Appendix G: Changing Mic Capsules (SW70-H) Sabine's Mic SuperModeling™ function requires a baseline characteristic for the capsule in use. Therefore, after changing capsules, you will need to “tell” the transmitter which capsule is now attached. NOTE: this is only necessary when the capsule is changed.
  • Page 57: Cautions & Warranty

    Iow-power transmitters (less than 0.05 watts output) that are unlikely to cause difficulty, especially if they are at least a few inches away. However, since a beltpack transmitter typically is placed against the body, Sabine suggests attaching it at the belt, rather than in a shirt pocket where it may be immediately adjacent to an implanted medical device.
  • Page 58 Other patents pending. True Mobility ® is a trademark of Sabine, OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF SABINE HAS BEEN Inc. Copyright 2004 Sabine, Inc. All rights reserved. ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
  • Page 59: Index

    PAD Adjustment 7, 14, 15 FBX Dynamic filters 26, 43, 52 Parametric filter access and control 38 FBX Fixed & Dynamic Filter Control 38 Parametric filters 50 FBX Fixed filters 26, 43, 51, 52 ® Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum Wireless LIT-SWM7000-OG-EN-070615.pmd - rr...
  • Page 60 Sabine, Inc. 13301 NW US Highway 441 Alachua, Florida 32615-8544 USA Phone: (386) 418-2000 Fax: (386) 418-2001 www.Sabine.com...

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