Summary of Contents for Listen Technologies LT-800-150
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Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for choosing Listen! All of us at Listen are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality products available. We take great pride in their outstanding performance because we care that you are completely satisfi ed. That’s why we independently certify them to the highest quality standards and back them with a limited lifetime guarantee.
The device shall have the following audio controls: input level, mix level and an adjustable low pass filter (contour). The device shall have an audio processor that is capable of automatic gain control and limiting. The Listen LT-800-150 is specified. RF Frequency Range...
LT-800 Block Diagram POWER In-Line Power Supply 115VAC6 LA-201 0 Hz (provided) 15VAC, 1A Top Mounted Antenna Stud Remote Antenna Connection Transmitter RF Board ANTENNA High Functions controlled by the CP Module RF POWER Input 1 VU Meter 12VDC Mic-Phantom Pwr, Mic, Line Line Phantom Pwr Female XLR-1/4...
LT-800 Quick Reference LT-800 Front Panel: Controls & Displays Indicates audio input level of Input 1 and Adjust audio input levels Input 2. of Input 1 and Input 2 here. See page 11 for more information. Mix Level: Adjust so Power the Mix Level meter ON / OFF...
LT-800 Setup Instructions Unpack the Product Remove outer packaging and plastic cover. Inspect for physical damage. Mount in Rack (if necessary) If rack mounting the unit, install the optional rack mount kit (part LA-326) according to the instructions included with the kit, then install the LT-800 in the rack. NOTE: If rack mounting, you will need to use a rear connection antenna.
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LT-800 Setup Instructions (cont.) Set SQ™ (Super Quiet) and Process Features Your transmitter is shipped to you with SQ (super quiet) enabled and Process disabled. For a detailed description of these features and when to use them, please refer to page 12. To Disable or Enable SQ and Process Features: With the unit on press and hold the channel select “Down”...
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LT-800 Setup Instructions (cont.) Connect Audio Inputs The LT-800 has two audio input options: Input 1 and Input 2. Input 1 is a balanced connection using either an XLR or 1/4” phono connector. Input 2 has two unbalanced mixing phono connectors. Use Input 1 if you are using a microphone or if you have a balanced connection such as from a professional audio mixer (you can also use Input 1 for unbalanced connections).
LT-800 Operating Instructions Power Unit On Turn power on by pressing the power button. Select a Channel Select the transmit channel by pressing the channel select UP and DOWN buttons. See Channel Selection on page 14 for more information. Lock on Channel Once you determine your transmit channel, you can lock the transmitter on that channel.
LT-800 Audio Control Adjust Audio Input Level Adjust the input knob counterclockwise to add gain to Input 1. This will decrease gain to Input 2. Adjust input knob clockwise to add gain to Input 2. This will decrease gain to Input 1. If you have two audio sources connected to both Input 1 and 2, adjust the level of one input using the VU meter, then adjust the output level of the other audio source.
Listen SQ™ (Super Quiet) - People are accustomed to listening to low noise, high fidelity audio (delivered via CD, DVD, etc.). FM radio systems, such as those made by Listen, have more inherent noise compared to most sound systems. To minimize noise, Listen uses a noise reduction technology called ListenSQ™.
RF Reception Maximization Strategies For proper and dependable operation, Listen receivers need to receive a strong and consistent signal from the originating transmitter. Note that on portable receivers the headset wire is the receiving antenna. The following strategies should be used maximize to this signal: When designing and installing your system, keep in mind that the location of both the transmitting and receiving antennas is critical to maximize broadcast range.
Wide band channels have lower noise than their narrow band counterparts. 150 MHz The LT-800-150 MHz operates on 6 wide band channels and 26 narrow band channels. • 1 - 6 = Wide Band Channels • 7 - 32 = Narrow Band Channels...
LT-800 Troubleshooting The LT-800 has no power Make sure the LA-207 power supply is connected to a power source and is connected to the jack marked “Power Input”. Make sure the POWER button is pressed in. There is no audio or the audio level is too low Make sure that your audio source is properly connected to Input 1 and/or Input 2.
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LT-800 Troubleshooting (cont.) There is not sufficient range First make sure that the receivers you are using are operating properly, then make sure that you have an antenna connected either to the top of the LT-800 transmitter or connected to the back of the unit (but not both!).
Warranty & Contacting Listen Listen Technologies Corporation (Listen) warrants its transmitters and receivers (LT-82, LT-700, LT-800, LR-42, LR-44, LR-400, LR-500) to be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and conditions for the useful lifetime of the product from date of purchase.
Optional Accessories Antenna Accessories LA-134 LA-133 LA-132 Telescoping Top Mounted 90˚ Helical Antenna Universal Antenna Kit Antenna (150 MHz) (150 MHz) LT-800 Rack Mount Accessories LA-135 LA-326 Antenna Kit for Rack Mount Universal Rack Mounting Kit Includes components for single and dual rack configuration and a security cover NOTE: Rack mounted units cannot use the LA-134 top mounted antenna.
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Optional Accessories (cont.) LA-112 RG-58 50 Ohm Coaxial Cable (per ft.) LA-128 RG-8 BNC Connector LA-2 -261 LA-261 Lavalier Microphone LA-276 Collar Conferencing Microphone Microphone NOTE: To use Listen microphones you must use a converter (LA-280) to adapt the 3.5 mm connection to a 1/4” phono connection. Cable &...
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