AKG Acoustics WLS 8060 MAX User Manual
WLS 8060 MAX
Wireless Loudspeaker System
Bedienungsanleitung
User Instructions
Table of Contents
Page
0. FCC Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.1. Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.2. Potential Risks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3. Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4. Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.1. General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.2. Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.3. Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5. Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.1. Operating Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.2. Audio Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.3. Receiving Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.4. Powering Up (Battery Operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.4.1. Total Discharge Protection Circuit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.5. Powering Up (AC Operation). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6. Operating Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6.1. Wireless Microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6.1.1. WLS 8060 Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6.1.2. Selecting the Carrier Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.1.3. Powering Up the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.1.4. Using the Transmitter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.1.5. Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.1.6. Replacing Handheld Transmitter Microphone Elements . . . . . . . . . 16
6.1.7. Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.2. Feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.3. Proximity Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
8. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Please read this manual carefully before operating the equipment.
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0. FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Parts 74, 15, and 90 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded cables and I/O cords must be used for this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by AKG Acoustics may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
1. Introduction
The WLS 8060 ”MAX” is a high quality powered loudspeaker for
a wide range of applications. It allows you to set up a mobile or
fixed sound system quickly and easily. This professional design is
easy to use even if you are not familiar with the intricacies of
sound reinforcement. A clear control layout and rugged case
make the WLS 8060 ”MAX” a user-friendly tool for every sound
system application.
2. Safety
2.1. Precautions
1. This device has been manufactured and tested in accordance
with the German VDE safety guidelines for electronic equipment. It has left the factory in perfectly safe condition. In order
to maintain safety and avoid risks of damage or injury, take
the usual precautions and follow all safety instructions in the
manual.
2. This device conforms to the German Class 1 safety standards.
When properly installed, all exposed metal parts are permanently connected to safety ground. For safety reasons,
connect the equipment to a standard three-pin outlet with protective ground only. Never open the safety ground connection.
3. This device conforms to the EMC legislation currently in force
as certified by the CE mark on the device.
4. This device contains no user serviceable parts. To reduce the
risk of fire or electric shock, do not open the device and refer
servicing to qualified personnel.
5. Make sure to dispose of used batteries conforming to local
waste disposal rules. Never throw batteries into the fire (risk
of explosion).
2.2. Potential Risks
If the equipment
• is visibly damaged;
• contains loose parts;
• does not operate correctly;
• has been stored under adverse conditions (e.g., outdoors or
in a damp room) for extended periods of time; or
• was exposed to high transportation stress (e.g., due to inadequate packaging),
operating the equipment may be unsafe. Switch power to the
equipment off and mark the equipment.
Make sure the equipment cannot be connected to power or
switched on unintentionally by third persons.
3. Unpacking
Your WLS 8060 ”MAX” comprises the following components:
1 WLS 8060 powered loudspeaker
1 HT 80 handheld transmitter with D 880 WL1
microphone element or PT 80 bodypack transmitter (without microphone)
1 AC adapter
1 CB 6060 carrying case
2 receiving antennas
Please check that the package contains all components of the
system you ordered. If anything is missing, please contact your
AKG dealer immediately.
4. Description
4.1. General
The WLS 8060 is a powered loudspeakder with an rms power of
40 W. A built-in mixer with 2-band equalizer lets you connect a
CD player or similar audio source, one wired microphone, and
the supplied wireless microphone for simultaneous operation.
The integrated WMS 80 Series receiver provides highly reliable
reception and excellent sound quality. The supplied handheld
transmitter with microphone element or bodypack transmitter
makes the WLS 8060 ”MAX” a complete sound system for wired
or wireless operation.
For mains independent operation, the WLS 8060 features a builtin high quality, leakproof lead gel rechargeable battery that conforms to the strict standards of the German Association of Casualty
Insurers.
The battery features much lower self-discharge and a better
capacity/volume ratio than nickel-cadmium batteries and has no
memory effect. Its capacity is 7.2 Ah.
4.2. Optional Accessories
WLS 8060:
RP 6060 rain cover
CB 6060 carrying case
STWLS stand
HT 80:
D 3700 WL1, D 3800 WL1, C 5900 WL1, C 535 WL1
microphone elements
W 880 foam windscreen for D 880 WL1
W 3001 foam windscreen for D 3700 WL1, D 3800 WL1,
C 5900 WL1
W 23 foam windscreen for C 535 WL1
PT 80:
C 417 L, C 419 L, C 420 L, CK 77 L microphones
MKG/L guitar cable for electric guitar or bass, or portable keyboards
CB 60 carrying case
4.3. Controls
All controls, inputs, and outputs of the WLS 8060 are located on
the loudspeaker enclosure rear panel. Refer to fig. 1 on the next
page.
A sturdy carrying handle is integrated in the rear panel of the
enclosure.
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