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Summary of Contents for Lectrosonics R400
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
R400 UHF DIVERSITY RECEIVER (Includes IFB Mode) ™ Featuring Digital Hybrid Wireless Technology (US Patent Pending) OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Rio Rancho, NM, USA www.lectrosonics.com... - Page 2 R400...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................13 PROGRAMMING USER GROUPS ..........................13 ADDING USER GROUP FREQUENCIES ......................14 ERASING USER GROUP FREQUENCIES ......................14 R400 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ................15 Compatible Frequency Chart ............................16 Frequency Coordination ..........................16 Rule No. 1 ................................16 Rule No. -
Page 4: General Technical Description
GENERAL TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION RF FRONT-END AND MIXER INTRODUCTION The R400 is frequency agile and can be set to operate The R400 is a high performance, triple-conversion, on any one of 256 frequencies within its tuning range. To frequency synthesized UHF receiver fully compatible... -
Page 5: If Amplifiers And Saw Filters
Lectrosonics transmitters in special compatibility modes. reduce this noise and thus increase the effective dy- (Contact the Lectrosonics Sales Department for a namic range of the system, the R400 is equipped with a complete list of compatible transmitters.) Smart Noise Reduction algorithm, which removes hiss DSP-BASED PILOT TONE without sacrificing high frequency response. -
Page 6: Lcd Screen
This additional noise reduction comes at the cost of some transparency for low-level room Note The R400 requires external DC power and has no provisions for internal batteries. -
Page 7: Front Panel Controls And Functions
Display that is used to monitor system operation and, in conjunction with the MENU control, to configure the PUSH FOR MENU/ROTATE TO SELECT R400. (See R400 MENU SELECTIONS.) CONTROL POWER/PREV MENU BUTTON The dual function MENU control is used to access... -
Page 8: R400 Menu Selections
R400 R400 MENU SELECTIONS Main Window R400 557.100 1000 NORM R400 Menu Map TopMenu SetUpRx LockSet SmrtTun Scan xExit Freq TV28 SetUpRx Freq NORMAL 557.100 MHz Level LockSet Level LockSet +00 dBu NOT LOCKED Tuning SmartTuning Tuning SmrtTun* Normal in progress... -
Page 9: Menu Functions
The Compat setup screen is used to select the compat- MENU FUNCTIONS ibility mode, allowing the R400 to operate with a variety of transmitters. The available compatibility modes are: The R400 Menu functions can be divided into three main... -
Page 10: Txbatt
LOCKED state. The relative remaining battery voltage is displayed in To LOCK the R400 - Press the MENU control to enter the TxBatt setup screen. the TopMenu, then rotate the MENU control to select AA LTH - Transmitter using a AA lithium battery. - Page 11 Portable Wireless Sound System the MENU control to scroll the cursor across the tuning lower frequencies, or clockwise to show higher frequen- range. As the cursor scrolls across the frequency band, cies. Frequency Select Switch settings for the associated Scroll through the screen and find a frequency where no transmitter are shown in the upper right corner of the RF signals are present (or in the worst case, only very screen.
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Page 12: Antenna Use And Placement
Long cable runs can have serious signal loss. If the antennas are attached directly to the receiver, try Lectrosonics has in-line RF amplifiers suitable for moving the receiver at least three to four feet from its compensating for long cable runs. Contact your dealer current location. -
Page 13: Installation And Operating Instructions
Lectrosonics is used to match the transmitter to the type of microphone and the sound levels that will be present at R400 V XX where VXX is the current that microphone. We encourage users to either firmware version installed disconnect the rest of the sound system or turn the... -
Page 14: Adding User Group Frequencies
R400 ADDING USER GROUP FREQUENCIES 6. Repeat step 5 for each frequency to be stored in the selected user group. 1. From the Main Window, press the MENU control to enter SetUpTx, then press the 7. When finished storing user selected... -
Page 15: R400 Replacement Parts And Accessories
(500 to 800 MHz). ARG15-ARG100 Coaxial cables for remote antennas are available from Lectrosonics in a variety of lengths - from 2 to 100 ft. Cables include Velcro tie wraps. 35664 Strip of four adhesive backed feet, 0.75 inches square. -
Page 16: Compatible Frequency Chart
R400 Frequency Coordination Intermodulation interference is a problem constantly The Compatible Frequency Chart divides the frequency lurking in the background, especially when working in blocks used in the North American market into Row 1 environments were multiple productions are taking place and Row 2, then further divides each row into two groups simultaneously in relative close proximity. - Page 17 Portable Wireless Sound System Incompatible Compatible The following frequency The following frequency combinations have combinations have no intermodulation prob- intermodulation prob- lems and should not be lems. used. BLOCK 21 BLOCK 22 BLOCK 21 BLOCK 22 FREQ SW SET US TV CH FREQ SW SET US TV CH...
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Page 18: Rule No. 2
The RF spectrum analyzer built into the highly recommeneded to choose frequencies that are in R400 system scans the tunable spectrum to find clear the same row and same group. For example, stick with channels with little or no interference. After scanning... -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Portable Wireless Sound System TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Solution LCD display not active External power supply disconnected or inadequate. Main power supply fuse tripped. Turn the receiver off, remove the cause of the overload and turn the receiver back on. Wrong polarity power source. The external DC in requires POSITIVE to be on the center pin. - Page 20 Ensure the receiver is set to the compatibility mode that matches the transmitter in use. Note A number of symptoms may be caused by a strong interfering signal on the same frequency. Use the R400 Scan function to verify the transmitter and receiver are operating on a clear frequency channel.
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Page 21: Specifications And Features
Portable Wireless Sound System SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES Operating Frequencies (MHz): Block 21: 537.600 - 563.100 Block 22: 563.200 - 588.700 Block 23: 588.800 - 607.900 and 614.100 - 614.300 Block 24: 614.400 - 639.900 Block 25: 640.000 - 665.500 Block 26: 665.600 - 691.100 Block 27: 691.200 - 716.700 Block 28: 716.800 - 742.300 Block 29: 742.400 - 767.900... -
Page 22: Service And Repair
There are no adjustments inside that will make a malfunctioning unit start working. LECTROSONICS’ Service Department is equipped and staffed to quickly repair your equipment. In warranty repairs are made at no charge in accordance with the terms of the warranty. Out-of-warranty repairs are charged at a modest flat rate plus parts and shipping. -
Page 24: Limited One Year Warranty
This warranty does not apply to used or demonstrator equipment. Should any defect develop, Lectrosonics, Inc. will, at our option, repair or replace any defective parts without charge for either parts or labor. If Lectrosonics, Inc. cannot correct the defect in your equipment, it will be replaced at no charge with a similar new item.
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