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Samson Concert 88 Owner's Manual

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16-CHANNEL TRUE DIVERSITY
UHF WIRELESS SYSTEM
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 16-CHANNEL TRUE DIVERSITY UHF WIRELESS SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Copyright 2013, Samson Technologies Corp. Samson Technologies Corp. 45 Gilpin Ave Hauppauge, NY 11788 www.samsontech.com...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information ATTENTION RISQUE D’ÉLECTROCUTION ! NE PAS OUVRIR ! CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN- SIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “danger- ous voltage”...
  • Page 4 Important Safety Information Read these instructions. 13. Unplug the apparatus during light- ening storms, or when unused for Keep these instructions. long periods of time. Heed all warnings. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified per- Follow all instructions. sonnel. Service is required when the apparatus has been damaged Do not use this apparatus near in any way, such as power supply...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Rack Mounting ......19 Concert 88 Channel Plans ....20 Troubleshooting .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    88 is the ideal solution for the active performer who needs a reliable, great sounding system for wireless applications. Featuring simple operation, with 16 available chan- nels and infrared set for the transmitter channel, the Concert 88 can quickly be up and running out of the box. The Concert 88 system ensures clear, interruption-free performance by combining tone-key with auto-mute.

  • Page 7: System Features

    Headset system CB88 belt pack transmitter HS5 headset microphone with mini-XLR connector Lavalier System CB88 belt pack transmitter LM5 lavalier microphone with mini-XLR connector Tie clip Instrument System CB88 belt pack transmitter ¼" to mini-XLR instrument cable Concert 88 Wireless System...

  • Page 8: Guided Tour - Cr88 Receiver

    Guided Tour - CR88 Receiver Antennas - The antenna mountings allow full rotation for optimum placement. In normal operation, both antennas should be placed in a vertical position. Both antennas can be folded inward for convenience when transporting the CR88. VOLUME Control - This knob sets the level of the audio signal being output through both the balanced and unbalanced output jacks on the rear panel.
  • Page 9 Using the strain relief: Gather up a loop of wire and pass it through the strain relief, then pass the adapter plug through the loop in order to create a knot. Concert 88 Wireless System...

  • Page 10: Guided Tour - Cb88 Belt Pack Transmitter

    Guided Tour - CB88 Belt Pack Transmitter Input Connector - Connect the input device via the mini-XLR connector. The CB88 is supplied with either a lavalier, headset microphone or ¼" instrument cable. Status Indicator - This LED displays the operation mode: GREEN Normal Operation Mute...
  • Page 11 IR Lens - This window is used to capture the infrared signal sent from the CR88 during the IR SET to channelize the transmitter. 10. Plastic Screwdriver - Designed for use in adjusting the CB88 input GAIN control (See #7 Input GAIN Control). Concert 88 Wireless System...

  • Page 12: Guided Tour - Ch88 Handheld Transmitter

    Guided Tour - CH88 Handheld Transmitter Status Indicator - This LED displays the operation mode: GREEN Normal Operation Mute Flashing GREEN Low Battery Power/Mute Switch - Press and hold to turn the unit on or off. Press and release to mute or unmute the transmitter. Battery Cover - Unscrew the battery cover and slide down to open the CH88 battery compartment.

  • Page 13: Quick Start - Single System Setup

    In order for your wireless system to work correctly, both the receiver and transmitter must be set to the same channel. Follow this basic procedure for setting up and using your Concert 88 wireless system: Physically place the CR88 receiver where it will be used, and extend the anten- nas vertically.
  • Page 14 s Select button to change channel 7. Install batteries Quick Start - Single System Setup With the transmitter powered off, install two fresh AA batteries into the CB88 belt pack or CH88 handheld transmitter. Leave the battery compartment open. 8. Press button on transmitter to turn on 9.
  • Page 15 Press and hold the CR88 SELECT button to set the 3. Plug in receiver 4. Turn on receiver transmitter to the same channel as the receiver via infrared transmission 9. Press and hold SELECT button to IR set 10. Adjust Volume control Concert 88 Wireless System...
  • Page 16 Quick Start - Single System Setup When the transmission is complete, the CR88 will receive RF signal and the tone key from the transmit- ter. The READY indicator will light on the front panel of the CR88 receiver. Turn on your connected amplifier or mixer, but keep the volume all the way down.

  • Page 17: Quick Start - Multiple System Setup

    When using multiple systems, each system must be set to a different operating channel. Transmitter and receiver pairs must be on the same channel plan in order to work together (See "Concert 88 Channel Plans" on page 20). 8. Press button on transmitter to turn on 9.
  • Page 18 Quick Start - Multiple System Setup Position the transmitter about 6-12" (15-30 cm) from the front of the CR88 with the transmitter's IR window facing the receiver's IR transmitter. 3. Plug in receiver 4. Turn on receiver 5. Pl 3. Plug in receiver 4.

  • Page 19: Rack Mounting

    Slide the center connection piece into the groove of each receiver and attach the short rack ears to each receiver. Mount the receivers into the rack using the crisscross pattern described above. Concert 88 Wireless System...

  • Page 20: Concert 88 Channel Plans

    654.975 558.975 622.975 655.975 559.975 623.975 657.050 561.050 625.050 658.975 562.975 626.975 660.425 564.425 628.425 661.975 565.975 629.975 * Not for use in the USA and Canada. For questions regarding available channels in your area contact your local Samson distributor.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    (LED lights RED) Unwanted noise or If using multiple systems, make sure none of the systems interference are operating on the same channel. If the problem per- sists, change one or all of the systems channels. Concert 88 Wireless System...

  • Page 22: Specifications

    Operating Voltage 15 VDC 200mA Dimensions (LxWxH) 8.25" x 4.9" x 1.75" 210mm x 125mm x 44mm Weight 0.85 lb / 388 g At Samson, we are continually improving our products, therefore specifications and images are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 23 FCC Rules and Regulations Samson wireless receivers are certified under FCC Rules part 15 and trans- mitters are certified under FCC Rules part 74. Licensing of Samson equipment is the user’s responsibility and licensability depends on the user’s classification, application and frequency selected.
  • Page 24 Samson Technologies 45 Gilpin Avenue Hauppauge, New York 11788-8816 Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) Fax: 631-784-2201 www.samsontech.com...

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