Audio Technica 5000, 4000 Operation Manual

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4000 & 5000 Series

Professional UHF Wireless Systems

Installation and Operation

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Professional UHF Wireless Systems

Installation and Operation

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

This device complies with INDUSTRY CANADA R.S.S. 210, en conformité avec IC: RSS-210/CNR210. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference and 2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference which may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION! The circuits inside the receiver and transmitter have been precisely adjusted for optimum performance and compliance with federal regulations. Do not attempt to open the receiver or transmitter. To do so will void the warranty, and may cause improper operation.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Internal adjustments are for qualified professionals only. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Pour prévenir un choc électrique, ne pas ouvrir le couvercle. Il n’y aucune pièces de rechanges à l’intérieur. Tout ajustement interne doit être fait par une personne qualifié seulement. Référez tout réparation au personnel qualifié.

WARNING: This apparatus must be grounded.

This product is a safety class 1 product. There must be an uninterruptible safety earth ground from the main power source to the product’s AC input. Whenever it is likely that the protection has been impaired, disconnect the power cord until the ground has been restored.

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Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Attention: Pour prévenir feu ou choc électrique, ne pas exposé l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.

CAUTION: For continued protection against fire hazard, replace only with same type/rating of fuse.

AVIS: Pour poursuivre la protection contre le feu, replacez la fusible de même type/cote.

WARNING: There are some sharp edges inside. To reduce the risk of injury, do not remove cover.

ATTENTION: Bord tranchant à l’intérieur. Pour réduire le risque de blessure, ne pas ouvir le couvercle.

Notice to individuals with implanted cardiac pacemakers or AICD devices:

Any source of RF (radio frequency) energy may interfere with normal functioning of the implanted device. All wireless microphones have low-power transmitters (less than 0.05 watts output) which are unlikely to cause difficulty, especially if they are at least a few inches away. However, since a “body-pack” mic transmitter typically is placed against the body, we suggest attaching it at the belt, rather than in a shirt pocket where it may be immediately adjacent to the medical device. Note also that

cease when the RF transmitting source is turned off

any medical-device disruption will

. Please contact your physician or medical-device provider if you have any questions, or experience any problems with the use of this or any other RF equipment.

The detachable IEC type power cor

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Contents

Introduction ....................................................................................................................................6

System Configurations ............................................................................................................6

Operating Frequencies ............................................................................................................7

Receivers ..................................................................................................................................7

Multi-channel Systems ............................................................................................................8

Transmitters ..............................................................................................................................8

Receiver Installation........................................................................................................................8

Location ....................................................................................................................................8

Output Connections..................................................................................................................8

Antennas ..................................................................................................................................8

Antenna Power ........................................................................................................................8

Front-mount Antennas..............................................................................................................9

Headphone Jack ......................................................................................................................9

Power Connections ..................................................................................................................9

“Link” Connections ..................................................................................................................9

Ethernet Connections (AEW-R5200 only) ..............................................................................10

Receiver Controls and Functions ................................................................................................10

AEW-R5200 Front Panel Controls and Functions ..................................................................10

AEW-R5200 Rear Panel Controls and Functions....................................................................11

AEW-R4100 Front Panel Controls and Functions ..................................................................12

AEW-R4100 Rear Panel Controls and Functions....................................................................13

Common Receiver Controls ........................................................................................................14

Power On/Off ........................................................................................................................14

Level Alert Light (LED)............................................................................................................14

LCD Window ..........................................................................................................................14

Mode/Set Button ....................................................................................................................14

Up/Down Arrow Buttons ........................................................................................................14

Changing Receiver Settings ........................................................................................................14

Menu Mode ............................................................................................................................14

Edit Mode ..............................................................................................................................14

Quitting and Saving Changes ................................................................................................14

Receiver Controls and Functions ................................................................................................15

IntelliScan™Channel Assignment System ..............................................................................15

Receiver Locks ......................................................................................................................15

Antenna Power ......................................................................................................................15

™

Digital Tone Lock

Squelch ....................................................................................................15

Meter Hold..............................................................................................................................16

Using “PRESET” Store and Recall ........................................................................................16

Receiver Functions (Chart) ..........................................................................................................17

Transmitter Controls and Functions............................................................................................18

LCD Window ..........................................................................................................................18

Power/Mute Button ................................................................................................................18

Power On/Off ........................................................................................................................18

Mute On/Off ..........................................................................................................................18

Power/Mute Locks ................................................................................................................19

™

Audio Input Selector (UniPak

Transmitter) ............................................................................19

Setting Audio Input Level ......................................................................................................19

Preset/Default Settings ..........................................................................................................20

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UniPak Transmitter Functions (Chart) ........................................................................................21

Handheld Transmitter Functions (Chart) ....................................................................................21

Transmitter Setup..........................................................................................................................22

Battery Selection and Installation ..........................................................................................22

Battery Condition Indicator ....................................................................................................22

UniPak Transmitter Input Connection ....................................................................................23

UniPak Transmitter Antenna ..................................................................................................23

Handheld Transmitter Antenna ..............................................................................................23

UniPak Transmitter Mounting Clip ..........................................................................................23

System Operation ........................................................................................................................24

Selecting/Setting Receiver Frequency....................................................................................24

Setting Receiver Frequency Manually ....................................................................................24

Setting Receiver Frequency Using IntelliScan

™

......................................................................25

Setting Transmitter Frequency................................................................................................26

Setting Transmitter Audio Input Level ....................................................................................26

RF Power Adjustment ............................................................................................................26

RF Interference ......................................................................................................................26

Specifications ................................................................................................................................27

Optional System Accessories ......................................................................................................28

Artist Elite Wireless Operating Frequencies/Groups ................................................................29

Serial Number Log ........................................................................................................................31

Warranty Statement ....................................................................................................................32

Guide to Illustrations

Receiver Location (Figure A)..................................................................................................8

Connecting Linked Receivers (Figure B)................................................................................9

AEW-R5200 Front Panel Controls and Functions (Figure C)................................................10

AEW-R5200 Rear Panel Controls and Functions (Figure D) ................................................11

AEW-R4100 Front Panel Controls and Functions (Figure E)................................................12

AEW-R4100 Rear Panel Controls and Functions (Figure F) ................................................13

Receiver LCD Window (Figure G)........................................................................................13

Transmitter LCD Window (Figure H)....................................................................................18

™

UniPak

Transmitter Exterior (Figure J)................................................................................18

Handheld Transmitter Exterior (Figure K) ............................................................................18

™

UniPak

Transmitter Battery Door (Figure L) ......................................................................22

Installing Batteries in UniPak™Transmitter (Figure M) ........................................................22

Opening Handheld Transmitter (Figure N) ..........................................................................22

Handheld Transmitter Interior Controls (Figure P) ..............................................................22

Installing Batteries in Handheld Transmitter (Figure Q) ......................................................22

Receiver Frequency/Group Display (Figure R) ....................................................................25

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Intr

Thank you for choosing an Audio-Technica professional wireless system. You have joined thousands of other satisfied customers who have chosen our pr

, performance and reliability. This Audio-Technica

quality wireless microphone system is the successful result of years of design and manufacturing experience.

Recent advances in the quality and sophistication of professional live-sound systems have been nothing short of revolutionary. Tours, clubs, broadcast events, corporate facilities and worship venues sound better than ever, utilizing better system design and better components in the audio chain.

That’s why Audio-Technica has been partnering with industry professionals on the front line of this revolution – the top touring companies, awar

d show designers, FOH and monitor engineers, audio consultants and artists – to learn what it takes to make the best-sounding, most reliable and consistent microphones for the live-sound industry.

We listened carefully. Then, we applied this knowledge to the creation of the Artist Elite microphones and wireless systems. Our ultimate design goal was this: Each model must extend the performance of a sound system, not limit it.

Artist Elite Receivers

Artist Elite 4000 Series and 5000 Series wireless systems by Audio-Technica share a range of transmitters in common, both body-pack and handheld types. The difference between the two series is simply in the choice of receiver:

4000 Series AEW-R4100 half-rack single receiver with

multi-unit, multi-channel control linking.

5000 Series AEW-R5200 full-rack independent dual

receiver with multi-unit, multi-channel control linking, plus Ethernet computercontrol connection, and software for graphical user interface.

oducts because of their

line of high-performance

oduction

IntelliScan™Channel Assignment System

The IntelliScan™automatic channel assignment system, provided on both the 4000 and 5000 Series receivers, greatly simplifies the selection of usable frequencies in a multi-channel

eless system. The receivers are first linked together with

wir included communication cables. The selected “Master” r er then “knows” how many total channels it is looking for can scan the available fr ence sources, selecting a group of channels that will all work together (using a built-in frequency plan), and automatically setting the other receivers accordingly. Once this procedure is completed, it’s just a matter of setting the transmitter frequencies to match those of the receivers.

Artist Elite Transmitters

Transmitter models in the Artist Elite Series include:

A UniPak

™

body-pack transmitter:

• AEW-T1000 UniPak™body-pack transmitter

Four handheld mic/transmitters with different Artist Elite microphone capsules:

• AEW-T3300 Handheld mic/transmitter with AEW-C3300

• AEW-T4100 Handheld mic/transmitter with AEW-C4100

• AEW-T5400 Handheld mic/transmitter with AEW-C5400

• AEW-T6100 Handheld mic/transmitter with AEW-C6100

All components in the 4000/5000 Series may be used together in a variety of unit combinations and system configurations to create extremely flexible and powerful solutions for a variety of applications.

equencies, checking for local interfer-

cardioid condenser capsule

cardioid dynamic capsule

cardioid condenser capsule

hypercardioid dynamic capsule

eceiv-

. It

4000 Series System Configurations

System Receiver

UniPak™ Handheld

Body-pack Condenser Dynamic

Body-pack System

AEW

-4110

Handheld Systems

-4230

AEW

AEW-4240 AEW-R4100 — — AEW-T4100

-4250

AEW

-4260

AEW

Two-Transmitter Systems

AEW-4313 AEW-R4100 AEW-T1000 AEW-T3300 —

AEW-4314 AEW-R4100 AEW-T1000 — AEW-T4100

AEW-4315 AEW-R4100 AEW-T1000 AEW-T5400 —

AEW-4316 AEW

Note: All model numbers have an additional letter at the end to indicate fr

AEW

-R4100 AEW-T1000 — —

-R4100

AEW

-R4100

AEW

-R4100

AEW

-R4100

AEW

Transmitter

-T3300

—

— — AEW-T6100

-T1000

AEW

AEW-T5400 —

—

AEW-T6100

equency band.

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5000 Series System Configurations

System Receiver Transmitter

UniPak™ Handheld

Body-pack Condenser Dynamic

Dual Body-pack System

-5111

AEW

Dual Handheld Systems

AEW-5233 AEW-R5200 — AEW-T3300 (2) —

AEW-5244 AEW-R5200 — — AEW-T4100 (2)

AEW-5255 AEW-R5200 — AEW-T5400 (2) —

AEW-5266 AEW-R5200 — — AEW-T6100 (2)

Dual Systems with Body-pack and Handheld Transmitters

AEW-5313 AEW-R5200 AEW-T1000 AEW-T3300 —

AEW-5314 AEW-R5200 AEW-T1000 — AEW-T4100

AEW-5315 AEW-R5200 AEW-T1000 AEW-T5400 —

AEW-5316 AEW-R5200 AEW-T1000 — AEW-T6100

Dual Systems with Pairs of Body-pack and Handheld Transmitters

AEW-5413 AEW-R5200 AEW-T1000 (2) AEW-T3300 (2) —

AEW-5414 AEW-R5200 AEW-T1000 (2) — AEW-T4100 (2)

AEW-5415 AEW-R5200 AEW-T1000 (2) AEW-T5400 (2) —

AEW-5416 AEW-R5200 AEW-T1000 (2) — AEW-T6100 (2)

-R5200 AEW-T1000 (2) — —

AEW

Note: All model numbers have an additional letter at the end to indicate frequency band.

Operating Frequencies

4000/5000 Series systems and components operate on 200 frequencies in one of two 25 MHz-wide UHF frequency ranges:

• Band C 541.500–566.375 MHz (TV Channels 25–30)

Both receivers offer a choice of 200 operating frequencies in a 25 MHz-wide UHF frequency range. AEW wireless are designed with a channel spacing that exceeds the transmitters’ maximum modulation deviation, so even adjacent channels are actually usable, unlike some other wireless systems on the market. (For operation of two or more systems at the same time,

• Band D 655.500–680.375 MHz (TV Channels 44–49)

For simplicity, model numbers used throughout this manual will

eference only the basic model number without the “C” or “D”

r band indications.

Artist Elite Series components feature an advanced digital Tone

™

squelch system and unique Dual Compander design

Lock (patents pending). As a result, Artist Elite Series transmitters

eceivers must be used together in Tx-Rx pairs and should

and r not be mixed with components from other Audio-Technica wireless systems, or with those of other manufacturers.

All Artist Elite Series components feature soft-touch controls for quick, easy access to a formidable range of functions; an LCD information display in each unit provides convenient visual indication of unit settings and operation. Digital data sent by the

use the IntelliScan function for frequency selection or, if setting the frequencies manually, use frequencies that are within the same IntelliScan groups listed on page 30.)

-R4100:

AEW

1U case. Its power supply operates on 100–240V 50/60 Hz AC power worldwide with the appropriate IEC-type power input

dset.

cor

AEW-R5200: Two independent synthesized UHF receiver channels in a full-rack 1U case. Its common power supply operates on 100–240V 50/60 Hz AC power worldwide with the appropriate IEC-type power input cordset. In addition, a “pass-through” AC outlet on each receiver with included AC jumper cable per receiver stack, freeing AC outlets for other equipment.

transmitters is available for display on the receivers.

Receivers

Both Artist Elite receiver models feature True Diversity reception. Two antennas feed two completely independent RF sections on the same frequency; automatic logic circuitry continuously compares and selects the superior received signal, providing better sound quality and reducing the possibility of interference and dropouts.

A single synthesized UHF r

mits daisy-chaining of an entir

eceiver in a half-rack

e AEW-R5200

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Multi-channel Systems

Artist Elite systems provide extensive monitoring and control facilities. Transmitter data, in addition to being available at the transmitter, is conveyed in digital form to and displayed on the associated receiver.

Linked systems: Both Artist Elite receivers provide linking jacks and cables. AEW-R4100 and AEW-R5200 receivers may be combined in linked multi-channel systems, if desired.

Ethernet-based monitoring and control (AEW-R5200): Some wireless systems on the market offer remote control/monitoring

eceiver via a serial interface, but the Audio-Technica

of the r AEW-R5200 receiver takes this a significant step further by including control over IP using standard networking protocol and Ethernet interfacing. This permits receivers in a system to be integrated, monitored and controlled from a single computer in real-time. And not only can an individual channel of an individual receiver be examined and its settings modified: if the transmitter on that channel is activated, thanks to the digital data link, data from the associated transmitter can also be monitored.

Because standard control over IP is used, Ethernet-connected AEW systems can range from a single laptop controlling a

ee-standing multi-channel system, to local area network-based

fr systems, to systems controlled via the Internet, even from great distances. Complete setup and operating information for computer-connected AEW systems will be found in the separate Computer Interface manual provided with AEW-R5200 receivers and 5000 Series systems.

Transmitters

The versatile AEW-T1000 UniPak™body-pack transmitter features a metal case and includes field-replaceable helical and flexible-wire antennas. It has both low- and high-impedance inputs plus a bias connection, for use with dynamic and electret condenser microphones, as well as Hi-Z instrument pickups. In addition to its pr

ee-position sliding control cover to limit access, if desired,

a thr to only the Power/Mute button, or to no contr

ogrammable functions, the transmitter includes

ols at all, as

appropriate for the application and/or user.

The handheld microphone/transmitters feature metal-body construction. Four models are available, incorporating a variety of capsules from the Artist Elite wired-microphone series created for professional live-sound venues.

All Artist Elite Series transmitters use two 1.5V AA batteries for economical operation and wide availability. The receiver and both transmitters have “fuel gauge” battery condition indicators with low-battery warnings.

Please note that in multiple-system applications there must be a transmitter-receiver combination set to a separate frequency for each input desired (only one transmitter for each receiver). Because the wir

eless frequencies are within UHF TV frequency bands, only certain operating frequencies may be usable in a particular geographic area. Also, only certain of the available operating frequencies may be used together. Operating frequencies and IntelliScan frequency groupings will be found on pages 29-30. (Use of the IntelliScan channel assignment system will determine and set appropriate frequencies automatically.)

Receiver Installation

Location

For best operation the receiver should be at least 3 ft. (1 m) above the ground and at least 3 ft. away from a wall or metal surface to minimize reflections. The transmitter should be at least 3 ft. from the receiver, as shown in Figure A. Keep antennas away from noise sources such as digital equipment, motors, automobiles and neon lights, as well as away from

ge metal objects.

lar

Output Connections

There are two audio outputs on the back panel: an XLR Mic Output (25 mV) and a Output (50 mV). The two isolated audio outputs permit simultaneous feeds to two dif

AEW-R4100: This receiver offers a balanced XLR Mic jack and an unbalanced Instrument both are adjusted by the rear-panel Attenuator (ATTN) switch.

AEW-R5200: Since there are two independent channels of

eceiver in the AEW

r All audio outputs on the AEW-R5200 are transformer-isolated and balanced. The ground connections of both outputs on each

eceiver channel may be inter

r associated Ground Lift switch. This permits feeding mixers with different ground levels without an additional external splitter. The Instrument output is a balanced +” on the Tip, “audio –” on the Ring and ground (shield) on the Sleeve. The rear-panel Attenuator (ATTN) switch for each receiver channel adjusts levels of both outputs in its channel.

/4" (6.3 mm) phone jack Instrument

ent inputs.

fer

/4" TS phone jack. Output levels of

-R5200, ther

e are two sets of output jacks.

upted (“lifted”) by use of their

/4" TRS jack with “audio

Antennas

Attach a pair of UHF antennas to the antenna input jacks. The antennas are normally positioned in the shape of a “V” (both 45° from vertical) for best reception. In addition to rotating at the connector, the included half-wave antennas pivot from straight to right-angle.

Antennas can be remotely located from the receiver. However, due to signal loss in cables at UHF frequencies, use the lowestloss RF cables practical for any cable runs over 25 feet. RG8type is a good choice. Use only copper

-shielded cable, not CATV-type foil-shielded wire. Audio-Technica offers auxiliary antennas, and quality RF cables in four lengths; see the Optional System Accessories section on page 28.

Antenna Power

The antenna input jacks also can provide +12V DC output on their center pins to power inline RF devices. A maximum of 20 mA can be drawn from each of the jacks. While an accidental

cuit will not harm the internal 12V supply, make certain

t-cir

shor that an antenna cable shield does not contact the center conductor. Antenna Power (“

om the LCD menu. (On the AEW

on or of

f) fr

Power will be found in the menu on Channel 1 only

ANT.PWR”) is selected (switched

-R5200, Antenna .)

Figure A

Use the appropriate shielded audio cable for connections between the receiver and the input(s) of the mixer or other equipment.

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Receiver Installation (Continued)

AEW-R5200

AEW-R4100

MASTER SLV 1

SLV 2

SLV 3

SLV 4

SLV 5

SLV 6

SLV 7

OUT

IN (N/A)

OUT (N/A)

LINKS

Front-mount Antennas

AEW-R4100: Provision has been made to move the antenna jacks from the rear to the front of the receiver. However, because this involves opening the receiver case and exposing AC power circuitry, instructions are not included in this manual. A qualified service technician must perform this modification.

AEW-R5200: BNC-to-BNC connectors and jumper cables are included with the unit to permit mounting antennas on the front panel.

• BNC-BNC through-panel connectors: Remove the nut and lock-washer from each connector. Install the connectors

om the front

on the thr each panel hole. Secur

into the two panel holes. Note that the flat

eaded section must be aligned with the flat in

e each connector from the back with

its lock-washer and nut, tightening the nut firmly.

• BNC-BNC cable jumpers: Connect the jumpers to the rear antenna jacks first; then attach them to the BNC connectors on the front panel. Make certain the bayonet twist-rings are fully latched on the connectors at both ends.

Headphone Jack

A headphone jack on the front panel provides monitoring of the

eceiver’s output. The

/4" TRS jack is intended for use with stereo headphones. The Phones Level control affects the headphone jack only. Note: On an operating unit,

be careful not to press the Power switch accidentally when inserting a headphone jack or adjusting the headphone level.

In addition to interrupting receiver operation, even a momentary loss of power to a single unit within a linked multi-channel system will cause the loss of linking connection to the affected receiver and all those “downstream” from it.

AEW-R5200: Press and release the Phones Level control knob to switch headphone monitoring from Channel 1 to Channel 2 and back again. Small, lighted indicators just above the knob show which receiver channel is being monitored.

Power Connections

The switching power supply is designed to operate properly from any AC power source 100–240V, 50/60 Hz without user adjustment. Simply connect the receiver to a standard AC power outlet,

for the country of use.

using only an IEC-type input cordset approved

Power to the unit is controlled by the

front-panel Power switch.

-R5200:

AEW

ovided on the rear panel, and a ”jumper” power cordset is

An auxiliar

y AC “jumper” (pass-thr

ough) outlet is

included, to simplify power connections by “daisy-chaining” an array of AEW-R5200’s. Maximum output from the auxiliary outlet is 5 Amperes, which will easily handle a full complement of AEW-R5200 units.

All AEW receivers in a linked multi-channel system should be interconnected with included link cables. When the system is properly configured, the “slave” units will “link data in” to the “Master” unit. (See Figur

First, decide which receiver will be the “Master” unit.

1. Connect a link cable to the

e B for an example.)

Link Injack only. (In an

AEW-R5200, the Channel 1 unit is the Master and Channel 2 becomes the first “slave.”)

2. Connect the free end of the link cable from the Master unit (in #1 above) to the

3. Connect one end of a new link cable to the

Link Out jack of the desired “next” unit.

Link In jack of

the unit in #2 above.

4. Connect the free end of the link cable from the unit in #2 above to the

Link Out jack of the desired “next” unit.

5. Continue this process of “daisy-chaining” the system’s receivers together with link cables. The “last” unit in the system will have a cable connected to its

Link Out jack, but

no connection to its Link In jack.

Installing link cables starting with the last slave unit and working toward the Master unit is also acceptable practice.

The attachment order of link cables establishes the numerical order of the receivers in the multi-channel system, from the selected Master unit through all the slave units. (In the case of AEW-R5200 receivers, a unit’s Channel 1 always comes before its Channel 2.) In a multi-channel system that includes both models of receivers, it’s common practice to position all the AEW-R5200 units

first in the chain; followed any AEW-R4100

units.

Note 1: For the receiver linking to work, all receivers in the system must have AC power applied Master receiver must be turned on

at the same time, or the

last.

Note 2: In addition, if AC power is interrupted or a link connection is broken at

instant

, receivers from that unit onward are no longer linked to

the system. When all power and linking have been restored,

any receiver in a linked system, even for an

the system must be restarted by turning all the receivers Off, then On

must be turned on

(all turned on simultaneously, or the Master receiver

last). This will re-initialize the system and

re-establish all the data links.

e B

Figur

“Link” Connections

Artist Elite Series multi-channel systems can comprise all

-R4100, all AEW

AEW and AEW-R5200 receivers. The exclusive IntelliScan assignment system provides easy, automatic scanning of the RF spectrum and assignment of usable, compatible frequencies to all linked AEW receiver channels.

Both AEW receiver models can be inter

-R5200, or combinations of AEW

In/Out jacks and included link cables. In addition, the AEW-R5200 offers a built-in Ethernet 10 BaseT connection, with interface softwar AEW Control Interface manual provided with AEW-R5200 receivers and 5000 Series systems.

ovided on CD-ROM. See the separate

e pr

connected using Link

-R4100

™

channel

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Receiver Installation (Continued)

POWER

OFF

MODE SET

OUTPUT

PHONES

UHF SYNTHESIZED DIVERSITY RECEIVER AEW-R5200

MN MAX

PUSH SEL

LEVEL

RX NAME

Ethernet connections (AEW-R5200): An RJ-45 jack on the rear panel of each AEW-R5200 provides an Ethernet 10 BaseT data/control connection from both of its channels to an external computer system. Data monitored includes actual, real-time “RF” and “AF” levels for receiver channels with direct Ethernet connections to the associated computer

. All other linked receivers in a system supply control-function access and all their data – except for “RF” and “AF” levels – to the computer connected to the Master receiver

Multiple AEW-R5200 receivers in a system can each provide real-time “RF” and “AF” levels to the associated computer if each AEW-R5200 has its own Ethernet connection, through an Ethernet hub, to the computer

Receiver Controls and Functions

Figure C AEW-R5200 Receiver Front Panel

Front Panel Controls and Functions (Fig. C)

1 POWER SWITCH: Press Power switch in and the receiver

readouts will light.

HEADPHONE OUTPUT: jack. Plug in either a mono or "stereo" headphone to monitor receiver signal.

3 HEADPHONE LEVEL CONTROL / CHANNEL SWITCH:

Adjusts the level of the headphone jack only; it does not affect receiver audio output. Press-and-release the knob to switch between Channel 1 and Channel 2.

4 HEADPHONE CHANNEL INDICATOR: Shows which receiver

channel is feeding the monitor headphones.

Channel 1 / Channel 2

5 / 9 ALERT INDICATOR: The Alert Indicator lights:

(a) When the receiver is in the Mute mode, (b) When no RF signal is received from the transmitter, (c) When only one or two RF signal-strength bars are on, (d) When the transmitter is in the Mute mode, (e) When audio modulation level from the transmitter is

close to the clipping point (AF +6 bar), or

(f) When the “LOW BAT” warning appears in the LCD

(transmitter battery is weak).

4 5

/4" (6.3 mm) TRS (“stereo”) phone

Other than being able to “see” the “RF” and “AF” levels, all functions of all receivers in a linked system can be monitored and controlled from the computer connected to the Master receiver

Details of the computer setup and operation will be found in a separate AEW Control Interface manual provided with AEW-R5200 receivers and 5000 Series systems.

6 / 10 LCD WINDOW: Liquid Crystal Display indicates control

settings and operational readings. See Figure G on page 13 for details.

7 / 11 UP/DOWN BUTTONS: Press Up or Down arrow

button, in conjunction with the Mode/Set button, to step through menus, select operating frequency and edit receiver function choices.

8 / 12 MODE/SET BUTTON: Use in conjunction with the

Up/Down arrow buttons to step through menus, choose operating frequency and select receiver function options.

13 FRONT-MOUNT ANTENNAS: Cables and panel connectors

are included with the AEW-R5200 to permit attaching antennas at the front panel.

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Receiver Controls and Functions (Continued)

Figure D AEW-R5200 Receiver Rear Panel

31 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

Rear Panel Controls and Functions (Fig. D)

14 ANTENNA INPUT JACK: BNC-type antenna connector for

uner “B.” Attach the antenna directly, or extend it with a low-loss antenna cable. See the ”Antennas” section on page 8 for more details. Antenna power at +12 volts is available at both antenna jacks; select it via the LCD menu on Channel 1.

15 / 22 EXTERNAL MUTE: Permits manual and absolute

muting of the receiver via a provided external switch. “Shorting” the jack (closing the switch connection) mutes the receiver channel. When External Mute has been applied, the only way to un-mute the receiver is to open the External Mute switch connection.

16 / 23 INSTRUMENT OUTPUT JACK:

TRS balanced phone jack output. Tip: “audio +”; Ring: “audio –”; Sleeve: ground (shield). Can be connected to an aux-level input of a mixer, guitar amp or tape recorder. Using the associated Ground Lift switch permits feeding equipment with different ground levels.

17 / 24 AF OUTPUT ATTENUATOR: Three-position switch

adjusts audio output level of both audio output jacks, with attenuation of 0 dB, –6 dB or –12 dB.

18 / 25 MIC OUTPUT JACK: XLRM-type connector. Pin 1:

ground (shield); Pin 2: “audio +”; Pin 3: “audio –”. A standard 2-conductor shielded cable can be used to connect the receiver output to a balanced microphone-level input on a mixer or integrated amplifier. This output is transformerisolated from the

/4" TRS Instrument output jack.

19 / 26 GROUND LIFT SWITCH: Disconnects the ground of

both the Mic and Instrument output jacks on the associated receiver channel. Normally, the switch should be to the right (ground connected). If hum caused by a ground loop occurs, slide switch to the left (ground lifted).

/4" TS phone jack and a user-

/4" transformer-isolated

20 NETWORK INTERFACE CONNECTOR: An Ethernet

connection on the AEW-R5200 provides full communication and monitor/control by an associated computer. See the separate AEW Control Interface manual for computer setup and operation.

21 ANTENNA INPUT JACK: Connector for Tuner “A.” Attach

the antenna directly, or extend it with a low-loss antenna cable.

27 LINK IN JACK: Connect the provided cable to this jack with

the index mark on the plug aligned toward the screw head to the right of the jack. The receiver with a Link In Out

connection is the “Master” unit. (With an AEW-R5200 in

and no Link

the Master position, its Channel 1 is the system’s Master and its Channel 2 is the first “slave.”)

28 LINK OUT JACK: Connect the provided cable to this jack

with the index mark on the plug aligned toward the screw head to the right of the jack. The receiver with a Link Out and no Link In connection is the last slave in a multi-unit system.

29 AUXILIARY AC OUTLET: An auxiliary AC pass-through outlet

and included “jumper” power cordset simplify making power connections to an array of AEW-R5200’s. Maximum output from the auxiliary AC outlet is 5 Amperes.

30 AC POWER INPUT: IEC-type connector for 100V–240V AC,

50/60 Hz power input. No adjustment for mains voltage/ frequency is necessary.

31 REAR RACK MOUNT: Mounts are provided at the rear of the

side panels to permit attachment to rear rack rails in racks so equipped. The additional support is especially helpful when equipment is transported.

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Receiver Controls and Functions (Continued)

UHF SYNTHESIZED DIVERSITY RECEIVER AEW R4100

ALERT

MODE/SET

POWER

OFF

PHONES

MN–

LEVE

MAX

RX NAME

Figure E AEW-R4100 Receiver Front Panel

Front Panel Controls and Functions (Fig. E)

32 POWER SWITCH: Press Power switch in and the receiver

readouts will light.

HEADPHONE OUTPUT:

/4" (6.3 mm) TRS (“stereo”) phone jack. Plug in either a mono or “stereo” headphone to monitor receiver signal.

34 HEADPHONE LEVEL CONTROL: Adjusts the level of the

headphone jack only; it does not affect receiver audio output.

35 ALERT INDICATOR: The Alert Indicator lights:

close to the clipping point (AF +6 bar), or

(f) When the “LOW BAT” warning appears in the LCD

(transmitter battery is weak).

36 LCD WINDOW: Liquid Crystal Display indicates control

settings and operational readings. See Figure G on page 13 for details.

37 UP/DOWN BUTTONS: Press Up or Down arrow buttons, in

conjunction with the Mode/Set button, to step through menus, select operating frequency and edit receiver function choices.

38 MODE/SET BUTTON: Use in conjunction with the Up/Down

arrow buttons to step through menus, choose operating frequency and select receiver function options.

39 MOUNTING ADAPTERS: For mounting the receiver in any

standard 19" rack. Attach to the receiver with the screws supplied. (Use an optional AT8628a joining-plate kit to mount two AEW-R4100 receivers side by side.)

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Receiver Controls and Functions (Continued)

RX NAME

RX LOCK

T X LO

T X HI



T X LOCK

T X NAME

Figure F AEW-R4100 Receiver Rear Panel

Rear Panel Controls and Functions (Fig. F)

40 ANTENNA INPUT JACK: BNC-type antenna connector for

Tuner “B.” Attach the antenna directly low-loss antenna cable. See the “Antennas” section on page 8 for more details.

41 INSTRUMENT OUTPUT JACK:

connected to an aux-level input of a mixer, guitar amp or tape recorder. On the AEW-R4100, this is an unbalanced TS phone jack.

, or extend it with a

/4" phone jack. Can be

4140

44 GROUND LIFT SWITCH: Disconnects the ground pin of the

balanced output jack (43) from ground. Normally, the switch should be to the right (ground connected). If hum caused by a ground loop occurs, slide switch to the left (ground lifted).

45 LINK IN JACK: Connect provided cable to this jack with the

index mark on the plug aligned toward the screw head above the jack. The receiver with a Link In

and no Link Out

connection is the “Master” unit.

42 AF OUTPUT ATTENUATOR: Three-position switch adjusts

audio output level of both audio output jacks with attenuation of 0 dB, –6 dB or –12 dB.

43 MIC OUTPUT JACK: XLRM-type connector. A standard

2-conductor shielded cable can be used to connect the receiver output to a balanced microphone-level input on a mixer or integrated amplifier.

Figure G Receiver LCD Window

51 53 58 5952 57

49 RF SIGNAL LEVEL INDICATOR: Shows the strength of the

RF signal received from the transmitter. Also indicates which Tuner (A or B) has the better reception and is in operation. When the METER HOLD function is on, the lowest-level RF signal received from the transmitter is indicated by a flashing bar.

50 ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY: Shows Receiver Name (57),

Transmitter Name (57), or Link Address (MASTER, or SLV and the slave number). The factory setting displays “DEF” in Receiver Name mode (“RX NAME”). Once the settings have been changed, the unit will display the last setting and mode selected. Also flashes the “LOW.BAT” warning when the associated transmitter’

51 TRANSMITTER BATTERY INDICATOR: Displays a maximum

of four bar segments, with four bars indicating full power.

52 FREQUENCY DISPLAY: Indicates the current frequency

setting in MHz.

s batteries are weak.

53 “EDIT”: Appears and flashes when the receiver is in edit

mode.

46 LINK OUT JACK: Connect provided cable to this jack with

the index mark on the plug aligned toward the screw head above the jack. The receiver with a Link Out

and no Link In

connection is the last unit in a multi-unit system.

47 ANTENNA INPUT JACK: Connector for Tuner “A.” Attach

the antenna directly, or extend it with a low-loss antenna cable.

48 AC POWER INPUT: IEC-type connector for 100V–240V AC,

50/60 Hz power input. No adjustment for mains voltage/ frequency is necessary.

54 TRANSMITTER RF POWER DISPLA

Y: Indicates either

“TX LO” or “TX HI”.

“TX LOCK”: Appears when the transmitter is in one of its

three lock settings (ALL.LOC, MUT.LOC or PWR.LOC).

56 “RX LOCK”: Appears when the receiver is in one of its

three lock settings (ALL.LOC, PC.LOC or RX.LOC).

TX/RX NAME: Indicates whether the transmitter name or the receiver name is displaying in the top line of the LCD display.

58 “MUTE”: Appears when the receiver or transmitter is

muted, when the receiver is not receiving an audio signal, or when the receiver is externally muted by use of the EXTERNAL

MUTE jack.

59 AF LEVEL INDICATOR: Shows the audio modulation level of

the received signal. When the METER HOLD function is on, the bar corresponding to the highest level reached will stay lit.

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Receiver Controls and Functions (Continued)

Receiver Controls Power On/Off

Press the power switch to turn the receiver on. After a short power-up sequence, the display shows the operating frequency and the aler

esent on this frequency). The receiver may also display a

pr system position (i.e., “MASTER”, “SL transmitter or r up—the display recalls the setting from the last time power was applied). Refer to page 16 on setting up receiver names or page 20 on setting up transmitter names.

Level

This control is used to set a comfortable listening level for the headphone jack. Turn the control clockwise to increase the level.

LCD Window

The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) window provides visual indication of key operating and configuration parameters. It is also used in conjunction with the Mode/Set and Up/Down arrow buttons to change user-configurable functions.

Alert Light (LED)

The alert light illuminates to indicate to the user that something needs attention; for example, the transmitter batteries are low, or the transmitter is muted or turned off. Refer to page 10 for a complete description of alert light indications.

Mode/Set Button

The Mode/Set button has different functions depending on the status of the receiver. Two distinct operations are associated with this button:

Touch: A momentary press of the Mode/Set button. It is used to enter Menu mode, to enter Edit mode, or to Escape without making any changes to current settings.

Hold: A press and hold (about two seconds) of the Mode/Set button. It is used to accept a new setting when the receiver is in Edit mode or to save the current settings to one of the five user-defined name presets or the internal memory location (“NAME?”).

Up/Down Arrow Buttons

The Up/Down arrow buttons are used in conjunction with the Mode/Set button to scr mode or through the available choices for a given function in Edit mode.

When the receiver is in normal operating mode, the Up/Down arrow buttons scroll through Receiver Address (“MASTER” or “SLV-#”), Receiver Preset Name, or Transmitter Preset Name.

How to change receiver settings Enter Menu mode

With the receiver in the normal operating mode, touch the Mode/Set button. The top line of the r “FRQ” preceded by one, two, or three asterisks.

t light is illuminated (if no active transmitters are

V-#”) or an assigned

eceiver name (if this feature has been set

oll through the function menu in Menu

eceiver display shows

Enter Edit mode

When the function to be edited is displayed, touch the Mode/Set button. The small wor bottom of the display

ouch

the Up/Down ar available choices for the function, stopping on the desired choice.

Hold the Mode/Set button to accept the new choice. “STORED” appears in the display when the choice is accepted. The receiver then reverts to Menu mode.

Continue this process until all desired function-setting changes are complete.

Note: To escape from Edit mode without making any changes, touch the Mode/Set button. “ESCAPE” appears briefly in the display, and the receiver reverts to Menu mode.

Quitting and saving changes

The receiver has several methods of saving function settings. Each receiver has five loadable user presets that may be given individual names (up to six characters), along with a special, non-loadable memory location called “NAME?” that can store the most recent settings until they are changed.

To save a set of receiver function settings, use the Up/Down arrow buttons to scroll until the display shows “QUIT.” The procedure for saving the current settings depends upon the desired location:

Saving to the “NAME?” location

If the current receiver settings do not need to be identified with a name, the special “NAME?” location may be used to store them. As with the “last number redial” function on a telephone, these settings remain stored in the receiver even if power is turned off. They disappear only if one of the settings is modified.

To store settings in the “NAME?” location, button. The display shows “NAME?” for the receiver name.

Saving updated settings to the currently loaded user “PRESET#” location

To update the receiver settings in the currently loaded user

eset that is alr

pr display shows “STORE XXXXXX” (wher the preset’s name).

Hold the Mode/Set button a second time. The first character of the name flashes.

Hold the Mode/Set button a thirdtime. The display briefly shows “STORED”, and the r

, indicating Edit mode.

row buttons to scroll through the

eady named,

d “EDIT” flashes in the

touch the Mode/Set

hold the Mode/Set button. The

eceiver r

e XXXXXX indicates

everts to normal operation.

Touch the Up/Down arrow buttons to scroll through the available functions that may be changed. (See the char page 17 for a list of functions and display indication.) Note that the display’s lower line indicates the current setting for a given function.

t on

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Receiver Controls and Functions (Continued)

Saving to a different user PRESET# location

To store settings to a different user preset location, hold the Mode/Set button. The receiver shows “STORE XXXXXX” (where XXXXXX indicates the loaded preset’s name).

Touch the Up/Down buttons to scroll to another preset location (the display shows the user-defined name for each location, or “PRESET#” if no name has been assigned).

At the desired preset location,

hold the Mode/Set button. The

first character of the name becomes the cursor and flashes.

Touch the Up/Down arrow buttons to scroll through the characters until the desir

ed character is displayed.

ouch

the Mode/Set button to accept the character and advance to the next character. To advance the cursor without changing the character,

After setting the last character, store the name and revert to normal operation.

touch the Mode/Set button.

hold the Mode/Set button to

Holding the

Mode/Set button at any time during the naming process while the cursor is flashing will store the setting and return the receiver to normal operation.

Note: To escape the naming process,

touch the Mode/Set

button repeatedly until the last character is flashing, and then touch the Mode/Set button again to escape. At the flashing “ESCAPE” display, the beginning of the name, or

touch the Mode/Set button to go back to

hold the Mode/Set button to

return to “QUIT.”

Receiver Locks

Programmable locks restrict the ability to change receiver settings, reducing the possibility of unauthorized access or unintended changes during performances.

Setting

Description

NO.LOC Receiver functions and frequency settings

can be edited fr

om an associated computer via an

or fr

net connection to a linked AEW-R5200.

Ether

ALL.LOC Receiver functions and fr

om the receiver’s front panel

equency settings

cannot be edited from the front panel or from a computer via an Ethernet connection to a linked AEW-R5200.

ALL.LOC must be changed via the receiver’s Menu before other settings can be changed.

PC.LOC Receiver functions and frequency settings

can be edited from the receiver’s front panel, but they

cannot be edited from an

associated computer (via an Ethernet connection to a linked AEW-R5200).

RX.LOC Receiver functions and frequency settings

can be edited from an associated computer (via an Ethernet connection to a linked AEW-R5200), but they

cannot be edited

from the receiver’s front panel.

Note: While the receiver is in Edit mode, no action (no buttons pressed) for approximately 30 seconds causes the receiver to revert to Menu mode.

While the receiver is in Menu mode, no action for approximately 30 seconds causes the receiver to revert to normal operating mode. Any setting changes stored will remain in the “NAME?” memory location, and the receiver will display “NAME?” because the settings were not saved to a user preset. This will occur even if a user preset was previously loaded.

Receiver Functions

™

IntelliScan

Channel Assignment System

The IntelliScan™channel assignment system, provided on both the AEW-R4100 and AEW-R5200 receivers, eliminates the trouble and frustration normally encountered while attempting to find and select usable, compatible frequencies in a multichannel system. The Artist Elite receivers are simply connected together with included communication link cables. A “Master” receiver then “knows” how many total channels it is looking

. It can scan the available fr

for

equencies, checking for local interference sources, selecting a group of channels that will all work together (using a built-in frequency plan), and automati-

. Once

cally setting the other linked AEW r

eceivers accor

dingly this procedure is completed, the transmitter frequencies must be set to match the receiver frequencies.

When

any lock condition is applied to a receiver (ALL., RX. or

PC.), the LCD window displays a small “RX LOCK” just to the

right of the frequency. If an action is attempted that currently is locked out, the LCD will briefly display “

LOCKED”, then return

to its previously displayed contents.

Note: Locks remain in place even when receiver power is turned off. However, locks may be removed by using the Menu.

Antenna Power

This function turns on the 12V AC antenna power for use with powered antennas or accessories.

Digital Tone Lock™Squelch

The Artist Elite Series employs a unique digital Tone Lock squelch system that provides enhanced rejection of interference. In addition to providing highly effective control of unwanted noise, the T

one Lock signal fr

also conveys data with the transmitter’

om the transmitter

s name (Tx Name),

battery condition, mute status and lock status back to the

eceiver for display

. In addition to displaying in the r

eceiver’

s LCD window, the data are also displayed on an Ethernetconnected computer.

The squelch level is adjustable in fifteen 2 dB steps, providing a 30 dB range. Increasing the squelch level – also called “tightening the squelch” – can cause a reduction in usable range of the wir

eliably mutes the unwanted RF signals. (If interference is a

eless transmitter

, so use the lowest value that

problem, first consider trying a different frequency, either manually or by scanning.)

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Receiver Contr

ols and Functions

(Continued)

Meter Hold

When activated (“METER HOLD”), this function permits the bar meters in the LCD window to captur

AF” audio modulation (a solid bar) and the lowest-level

level “ “

RF” signal (a flashing bar) received from the transmitter. This is particularly useful when setting up the system initially, performing a sound-check, or diagnosing operating problems. The default setting is Off (“

When the Meter Hold is On, it is possible to reset it – to obtain a new set of RF and AF readings – without turning it off-and-on using the Menu/Edit functions. Simply press the transmitter’s Power/Mute button once (to mute the transmitter) and

until the r

condition. Then pr once again, to un-mute the transmitter.

goes out

indicated on the bar meters. (Note that, depending upon the digital updating-and-confirming sequence of the Mute condition data from the transmitter, it can take from a few to many seconds for the Alert light condition to change.

readings are not reset until the Alert light has turned on, then off.

Note: Any or all of these receiver functions may be stored to, or loaded from, one of the five user presets.

Using "PRESET" Store and Recall

There are two aspects to Preset operation: Storing a particular collection of settings for future use (“ stored collection of settings (“ and transmitters permit the storing and recalling of up to five user-defined Preset combinations—with customized names, if desired—plus the recalling of the factory-defined Default

DEF”) settings.

(“

While the standard Preset names (“ be used, customized receiver and transmitter identification can simplify system operation, especially in larger systems. For example, a guitar channel’s Rx Name could be “ the transmitters for the performer’s two different guitars could be named “GTR-1” and “GTR-2”.

To stor

1. Touch the Mode/Set button once to move to Menu mode.

window. (The second line of LCD will show currently loaded presets.)

appears in the LCD.

selection to “

Hold the Mode/Set button until “PRSET1” (or the name of the cur of the LCD.

eceiver’s Alert light comes on

ess the transmitter’s Power/Mute button

, a new set of min/max RF/AF readings will be

)

e Preset configurations:

ouch

the Up ar

ouch

the Mode/Set button once. “LOAD” (or “STORE”)

ouch

the Up or Down ar

ow twice to move to “

STORE.”

rently loaded Preset) appears on the second line

METER NORMAL”).

ow once, if needed, to change the

e and display the

, indicating the Mute

After the Alert light

STORE”), and recalling a

LOAD”). All Artist Elite receivers

PRSET1” – “PRSET5”) can

PRESET” in the LCD

highest-

wait

The Meter Hold

GUITAR”, while

7. Accept or enter a name for the Preset: a. To accept the

previously stored name) for a new Preset configuration and to update (overwrite) any previously stored configuration choices:

a1. At the desired choice,

character blinks, giving an opportunity to change the name.

a2. To accept the standard (or existing) name,

Mode/Set button again until “ window. This stores the standard or existing Preset name with the associated function choices and returns the unit to normal operation. The name of the stored preset will appear in the top line of the display.

b. To enter a

b1. At the desired choice,

The first character blinks.

b2. Using the Up or Down arrow, move through the

available characters (see box below) until the desired character is reached. steps, or at increasing speed.

ouch

b3.

character and move to the second character, which now is blinking. Use an Up/Down arrow button to find the desired second character; once to accept it and move to the third position. Repeat this selection process until the character for the sixth position has been selected.

b4. Once the sixth character has been selected as desired,

hold the Mode/Set button until “STORED” appears in the window. This stores the custom Name with the associated function choices and returns the unit to normal operation. The display shows the custom name in the top line.

Note: If a correction or change is desired while entering characters, simply the sixth (last) character has been reached. The window will flash “

ESCAPE.” Touch the Mode/Set button once more to

start the name-entry process over at the first character. (To leave any characters as they are, simply once to skip over them.)

Available receiver Name character choices:

A …through… Z,

__ (underscore) … (

[ (

left bracket) … ] (right bracket),

* … + … -- … / ,

0 …through… 9,

| … < … > … ?

standard name “PRSET1“ – “PRSET5” (or

hold Mode/Set until the first

hold the

STORED” appears in the

custom name for a Preset:

hold the Mode/Set button.

Touch an arrow button for single

hold it down to scroll through the characters

the Mode/Set button once to accept the first

touch the Mode/Set button

touch the Mode/Set button once when

touch Mode/Set

space) …

6. available choices: “ previously changed names).

touch the Up or Down ar

ed,

If desir

PRSET1” thr

ow to cycle thr

ough “

PRSET5” (or their

ough the

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Receiver Controls and Functions (Continued)

o load(recall) a Preset:

1. Touch the Mode/Set button once to move to Menu mode.

Touch the Up arrow twice. LCD top line shows “PRESET.”

To revert to factory-default values:

1. Touch the Mode/Set button once to move to Menu mode.

Touch the Up arrow twice. “PRESET” shows in the LCD

2. window.

Touch the Mode/Set button once. “LOAD” (or “STORE”) appears in the LCD.

4. If needed, to “

Hold the Mode/Set button. The name of the currently

5. loaded Pr

touch the Up arrow once to change the selection

LOAD.”

eset appears on the second line of the LCD.

Touch the Up arrow once, if needed, to change the selection to “

Hold the Mode/Set button. The name of the currently

LOAD.”

loaded Preset appears on the second line of the LCD.

ouch

the Up or Down ar

choices, stopping on the desir

row to cycle through the available

ed choice.

Touch the Up/Down arrow buttons to cycle through the

6. available choices until “DEF” appears in the display.

Hold the Mode/Set button until “LOADED” appears briefly in the LCD. The receiver reverts to normal operation with the selected pr

eset’s functions loaded. The top display line indicates the loaded preset and the bottom line the current frequency.

Hold the Mode/Set button to load the factory default

7. settings. “ then r

LOADED” appears briefly in the LCD. The receiver

everts to normal operation at factory-default values.

“DEF” appears in the upper line of the LCD.

Note: Loading the default setting will also revert the receiver frequency to the default value of 541.500 (Band C) or 655.500 (Band D).

Receiver Functions

Function Menu Default Value Choices (Edit) ▲▼ Wrap-around*

▲▼ Frequency Lowest in band

†

200 discrete frequencies Yes

▲▼ Scan**/*** No value Scan start --

▲▼ Lock NO.LOC NO.LOC ALL.LOC PC.LOC RX.LOC Yes

▲▼ Antenna Power** OFF OFF ON Ye s

▲▼ Squelch - (one bar) 15 steps, 2 dB each No

▲▼ Meter NORMAL NORMAL HOLD Yes

▲▼ Preset PRESET Press once, then select LOAD or STORE Ye s

▲▼ LOAD: DEF DEF (default), PRSET1 through PRSET5 Ye s

▲▼ STORE: PRSET1 PRSET1 through PRSET5 Ye s

▲▼ Quit (exit Menu) QUIT Press Mode/Set once to exit --

* Continue in the same Up/Down direction and choices “wrap around” to the other end of the range.

-R5200: Scan and Antenna Power selections in LCD menu on Channel 1 only.

AEW

** *** Scan selection is not available when the receiver has been linked as a slave unit.

Band C: 541.500 MHz; Band D: 655.500 MHz

†

Table 1. Receiver Functions

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AEW-T1000 UHF TRAN MITTER

Transmitter Controls and Functions

BATT MIC

BATT MUTE MIC

BATT MIC

EDIT

Refer to Figures H through Q for an overview of transmitter functions and controls.

Touch: A momentary press of the Mode/Set button. It is used to enter Menu mode, to enter Edit mode, or to Escape without making any changes to current settings.

Hold: A press and hold (about two seconds) of the Mode/Set button. It is used to accept a new setting when the receiver is in Edit mode or to save the current settings to one of the five user

-defined name presets or the internal memory

location (“NAME?”).

LCD Window

The Liquid Crystal Display presents a great deal of setup and operating information clearly and conveniently (Figure H). The LCD in the transmitters is designed for greatest contrast and best viewing with the window rotated somewhat away from the viewer (about 30 degrees), not straight-on, for a more convenient holding/viewing position.

Power/Mute Button

The transmitters have a combination Power and Mute switch (Figure J/K). When used in combination with the programmed choices explained below, the various functions available to the transmitter user may be tailored to fit personal preferences or particular situations.

Figure H

Power On/Off

To turn the transmitter on, hold the Power/Mute button until the red power indicator and the LCD window come on (about 1–2 seconds). The operating frequency shows in the window after the power

-up sequence.

To turn the transmitter off, hold the Power/Mute button again, until the red power indicator and the LCD window are extinguished (about 1–2 seconds). The LCD window shows “PWR.OFF” before shutdown.

Mute On/Off

When the transmitter is muted, it produces RF with no audio signal modulation. When the transmitter is un-muted, it produces both RF and audio.

o mute the transmitter (cut off the audio, but continue the RF

output), touch the Power/Mute button once. A small “MUTE” appears in the LCD window, just below the frequency (Figure H-2).

o un-mute the transmitter (restore the audio), touch the

Power/Mute button once again. The “MUTE” disappears from the LCD window

▼

Flashing

▼

H-1. Normal Operation

* AEW-T1000 only: “INST”

Figure J

LCD Window

Power/Mute Button

Up/Down Arrows

Sliding Control Cover (3-position)

H-2. Operation with Mute On

Antenna

Power-on LED

▼

Audio Input Jack

Mounting Clip

Set Button

Battery Door

H-3. Menu Mode (Frequency)

Figure K

Power/Mute

Button

Antenna Housing

H-4. Edit Mode (Frequency)

LCD

Window

Power-on

LED

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Transmitter Controls and Functions (Continued)

Power/Mute Locks

ogrammable Power/Mute Locks limit the functioning of the

Pr Power/Mute button as desir

ed for particular users and/or applications. Power can be locked On; Mute can be locked Off. Selection of the desired locks, if any, is made through the function menu:

Setting

Description

NO.LOC The normal Power and Mute functions are

fully operational.

ALL.LOC Power is locked On and Mute is locked Off

when “

ALL.LOC” is applied. When in the

ALL.LOC mode, the transmitter may be

turned off by (1) re-accessing the

.LOC

Menu and changing the setting, (2) pressing and holding the Up arrow button button

at the same time, until the power

and the Set

goes off, or (3) removing and re-installing the batteries. When the transmitter is tur on again, it will power up in the

NO.LOC

ned

mode.

MUT.LOC In this mode, the audio cannot be muted

(Mute function is locked Off). The Power functioning is unaffected.

“Mute” Note: If applied

while the transmitter is muted,

ALL.LOC or MUT.LOC is

pressing the Power/Mute button once will return the transmitter to un-muted operation; thereafter the Mute function is disabled (Mute Off) until the .LOC setting is changed again.

PWR.LOC Power is locked On when “PWR.LOC” is

applied. The Mute functioning is unaffected. When in the

PWR.LOC mode, the transmitter may be turned off by: (1) Re-accessing the .LOC Menu and changing the setting, (2) Pressing and holding the Up arrow button and the Set button at the same time, until the power goes off, or (3) Removing and re-installing the batteries. When the transmitter is tur up in the

Note: Only the

ned on again, it will power

NO.LOC mode.

ALL.LOC or PWR.LOC Power

function will change when batteries are removed;

NO.LOC and MUT.LOC settings

remain stored in memory.

Audio Input Selector

The UniPak™body-pack transmitter provides input connections for both low-impedance (Lo-Z) microphones and highimpedance (Hi-Z) instruments. A wide range of Audio-Technica Wireless Essentials

microphones and cables is available pre-terminated with the appropriate professional latching connector

Selection of the desir made thr selected, a small “

. (See page 28.)

ed input – microphone or instrument – is

ough the function menu. Depending upon the input

MIC” or “INST” will continue to show in the LCD window, just below the frequency. (In the handheld transmitters, “

MIC” will always show in the LCD window.)

Setting Audio Input Level

AEW-T1000 UniPak: A 10-position audio input gain setting, selected through the function menu, serves to match the audio input level to the transmitter for best modulation with minimum distortion. Available choices are +12 dB to –6 dB in 2 dB steps. The default value is +6 dB.

AEW-T4100 and AEW-T6100 Dynamic Handhelds:

A 4-position audio input gain setting, selected through the function menu, serves to match the audio input level to the transmitter for best modulation with minimum distortion. Available choices are +12 dB to –6 dB in 6 dB steps. The default value is +6 dB.

AEW-T3300 and AEW-T5400 Condenser Handhelds:

A 3-position audio input gain setting, selected through the function menu, serves to match the audio input level to the transmitter for best modulation with minimum distortion. Available choices are +12 dB, +6 dB and 0 dB. The default value is +6 dB. In addition, a mechanical pad switch on the condenser capsule (inside the screw-on wire mesh grille) can provide another 6 dB of attenuation. For best performance, adjust the input level using the function menu choices, keeping the capsule’s mechanical switch at 0 dB. If more audio attenuation is needed than the menu provides, then set the capsule’s pad switch to –6 dB.

For all transmitters: Select the highest audio level setting that does not result in over-modulation with the highest audio/

ument input levels (an AF indication on the receiver no

instr higher than “+3”); watch the r

eceiver’

s “

AF” meter “+6” indication and the Alert light to make certain they are not triggered often by the highest audio levels.

The transmitter’s red LED power indicator, which is on during normal operation, will blink

off if the peak audio input reaches

overload level.

ently is locked out, the

If an action is attempted that cur transmitter LCD will briefly display “

LOC.KED”, then return to

its previously displayed contents.

Whenever any lock condition is applied to a transmitter, its associated window

receiver will display a small “TX LOCK” in the LCD

, just to the right of the fr

equency

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Transmitter Controls And Functions (Continued)

Preset/Default Settings

A “PRESET” selection in the menu per

mits the storing of up to five different user-definable configurations. Customized names, using letters, numbers and symbols, can also be created and stored for Presets 1–5. In addition, a Default (“

DEF”) choice permits returning all transmitter functions to their factorydefault settings.

To store Preset configurations:

1. Touch the Set button once to move to Menu mode.

Touch the Up arrow twice to move to “PRESET” in the LCD window.

Touch the Set button once and “LOAD” (or “STORE”) will appear in the LCD.

Touch the Up or Down arrow once, if needed, to change the selection to “

Hold the Set button until “STORE” changes to “

PRSET1” (or the name of the cur

6. If desired,

available choices: “

STORE”.

rently loaded Preset).

touch the Up or Down arrow to cycle through the

PRSET1” through “PRSET5” (or their

previously changed names).

7. Accept or enter a name for the Preset:

a. To accept the

standard name (PRSET1 – PRSET5, or the

previously stored name) for a new Preset configuration and to update (overwrite) any previously stored configuration choices:

a1. At the desired Preset,

hold the Set button until the first

character blinks.

a2.

Hold the Set button again until “STORED” appears in the window. This stores the standard Preset name with the associated function choices and returns the transmitter to normal operation.

b. To enter a

b1. At the desired Preset,

custom name for a Preset:

hold the Set button until the first

character blinks.

b2. Using the Up or Down arrow, move through the

available characters (see box below) until the desired character is r

eached.

ouch

ow button for single

an ar steps, or hold it down to scroll through the characters at increasing speed.

Touch the Set button once to accept the first character

b3.

and move to the second character, which now is blinking. Use an Up/Down arrow to find the desired second character;

touch the Set button once to accept

it and move to the third position. Repeat this selection

ocess until the character for the sixth position has

pr been selected. (It is not necessar

y to change or step through all six characters before storing the result. At any point in the pr until “

STORED” appears in the window

ocess, simply

hold the Set button

b4. Once the sixth character has been selected as desired,

hold the Set button until “STORED” appears in the window. This stores the custom Name with the associated function choices and returns the transmitter to normal operation.

Note: If a correction or change is desired while entering characters, simply sixth (last) character has been r flash “

ESCAPE.” Touching the Set button once more will

touch the Set button once when the

eached. The window will

start the name-entry process over at the first character.

(To leave any characters as they are, simply button once to skip over them.)

touch the Set

Available transmitter Name character choices (listed in the Up-arrow direction):

A …through… Z,

__ (underscore) … (

[ (

left bracket) … ] (right bracket),

space),

* … + … -- … /,

0 …through… 9,

| … < … > … ?

To load (recall) a Preset:

1. Touch the Set button once to move to Menu mode. (The

window changes to frequency, if Name had been displayed.)

Touch the Up arrow twice to move to “PRESET” in the LCD window.

Touch the Set button once. “LOAD” (or “STORE”) appears

in the LCD.

4. If needed, selection to “

Hold the Set button until “

touch the Up or Down arrow once, to change the

LOAD.”

LOAD

xxxxxx” (the current Preset)

appears in the LCD.

Touch the Up or Down arrow to change the selection from

6. “

xxxxxx” to the desired Preset.

Hold the Set button until “LOADED” appears briefly in the LCD. The transmitter reverts to normal operation with the selected preset’s settings loaded. To toggle between transmitter name and frequency,

touch an Up or Down

arrow button.

To revert to factory-default values:

1. Touch the Set button once to move to Menu mode.

ouch

the Up ar

row twice. “

PRESET” shows in the LCD

window.

Touch the Set button once. “LOAD” (or “STORE”) appears in the LCD.

Touch the Up or Down arrow once, if needed, to change the selection to “

Hold the Set button. The current Preset appears in the LCD.

Touch the Up or Down arrow buttons to cycle through the

LOAD.”

available choices until “DEF” appears in the display.

Hold the Set button to load the factor

y default settings. “LOADED” appears briefly in the LCD. The transmitter reverts to normal operation at the default settings.

Note: Loading the default settings resets the transmitter frequency to the default value of 541.500 (Band C) or

655.500 (Band D).

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Transmitter Controls and Functions (Continued)

UniPak Transmitter Functions

Function Menu Default Value Choices (Edit) ▲▼ Wrap-around*

▲▼ Frequency Lowest in band†200 discrete frequencies Yes

▲▼ RF Power RF LOW RF LOW RF HI Ye s

▲▼ Audio Input Level +6 dB –6 dB to +12 dB in 2 dB steps No

▲▼ Power/Mute Locks NO.LOC NO.LOC ALL.LOC MUT.LOC PWR.LOC Ye s

▲▼ Input Select MIC MIC INSTR Ye s

▲▼ Preset Configurations PRESET LOAD STORE Ye s

▲▼ LOAD: DEF DEF (default), PRSET1 through PRSET5 Ye s

▲▼ STORE: PRSET1 PRSET1 through PRSET5 Ye s

▲▼ Quit (exit Menu) QUIT Press Set once to exit --

* Continue in the same Up/Down direction and choices “wrap around” to the other end of the range. † Band C: 541.500; Band D: 655.500 MHz

able 2. UniPak Transmitter Functions

Handheld Transmitter Functions

Function Menu Default Value Choices (Edit) ▲▼ Wrap-around*

▲▼ Frequency Lowest in band

†

200 discrete frequencies Yes

▲▼ RF Power RF LOW RF LOW RF HI Ye s

▲▼ Audio Input Level

Dynamic

Condenser**

+6 dB –6 dB 0 dB +6 dB +12dB No

+6 dB 0 dB +6 dB +12dB No

▲▼ Power/Mute Locks NO.LOC NO.LOC ALL.LOC MUT.LOC PWR.LOC Ye s

▲▼ Preset Configurations PRESET LOAD STORE Ye s

▲▼ LOAD:

DEF

(default), PRSET1 thr

ough

PRSET5 Y

▲▼ STORE: PRSET1 PRSET1 through PRSET5 Yes

▲▼ Quit (exit Menu) QUIT Press Set once to exit --

* Continue in the same Up/Down direction and choices “wrap around” to the other end of the range.

Additional 6 dB pad switch on capsule.

** † Band C: 541.500; Band D: 655.500 MHz

Table 3. Handheld Transmitter Functions

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Transmitter Setup

SET

Battery Selection and Installation

Each transmitter uses two 1.5V AA batteries, not included. Alkaline type is recommended. Always replace both batteries.

Make certain the transmitter power is Off before replacing batteries.

UniPak™Transmitter Battery Installation

1. Open the battery compartment door by sliding the catch down (Figure L). (If no batteries are inside, the door will not spring open by itself.)

Observe correct polarity as marked on the metal contacts on the door

and carefully insert two fresh 1.5V AA alkaline

batteries (Figure M).

3. Close the door, making certain the latch clicks securely in place.

Figure L

▼

Figure M

Handheld T

ransmitter Battery Installation

1. While holding the lower body cover (near the LCD window), grasp the upper part of the transmitter body just grille and unscr

ew it at least four complete turns (Figure N);

then slide the lower body cover down until it stops (Figur

below the

e P). Once the cover has been lowered, turn the transmitter over to reveal the battery compartment on the side opposite the LCD window.

Observe correct polarity as marked inside the battery compartment

and carefully insert two fresh 1.5V AA alkaline batteries (Figure Q). Insert the first battery and slide it down. Then insert the second battery, bottom first, into the space

emaining. Make certain the batteries are fully seated in the

r battery compartment.

3. Slide the lower body cover back up the body, then screw the housing together.

Do not overtighten.

Note: Remove batteries from the handheld transmitter starting at the

bottom (– end) of the top battery (Figure Q). The top

(+ end) of the top battery is captured in a recess and will not come straight out.

Battery Condition Indicator

After the batteries are installed, turn the power on by pressing and holding

the Power/Mute button. The small red power-on LED (see Figure J/K on page 18.) should light and the LCD window should come on. If this does not happen, the batteries are installed incorrectly or they are dead. The transmitter’s “fuel gauge” battery indicator displays a maximum of four bar segments. When the LCD flashes “

LOW.BAT”, the batteries should be replaced immediately to ensure continued operation. (The receiver also displays the transmitter’s battery condition in the LCD window with bar segments; the Alert indicator and a flashing “

LOW.BAT” come on to warn of a low-battery

condition.)

Figure N

e P

Figur

Figure Q

▼

LCD

Window

Power

Serial Number

Up/Down

ows

Set Button

-on

LED

Start from this end

to remove batteries

Page 22

Transmitter Setup (Continued)

UniPak Transmitter Input Connection

Connect an audio input device (micr to the audio input jack on the bottom of the transmitter. A number of Audio-Technica professional microphones and cables are available separately, pre-terminated with a UniPak input connector (see “Optional System Accessories” on page 28). The cable connector latches automatically when inserted into the transmitter jack. To unlatch and remove the connector, simply pull up on the connector’s knurled metal collar.

UniPak Transmitter Antenna

The AEW-T1000 transmitter includes two field-replaceable antennas. A flexible-wire antenna is supplied mounted on the transmitter, while a separate short, helical antenna is supplied with the accessories. Either antenna simply screws into the transmitter’s antenna fitting. Check the installed antenna occasionally to make certain it is snugly attached (only fingertight). The helical antenna is more convenient physically but may not have the operating range of the wire antenna. The wire antenna should hang down, at its full length, from the bottom of the transmitter. If the received signal is marginal, experiment with different transmitter positions on your body or instrument; try the wire antenna; or try repositioning the receiver.

antenna. Replace them only with the same parts

from the Audio-Technica Service Department.

Do not attempt to modify either transmitting

ophone or guitar cable)

, available

Handheld Transmitter Antenna

The antenna for the handheld mic/transmitter is in the black, non-metallic section at the bottom of the unit (see Figure K on page 18). For best results, hold the mic/transmitter naturally, around its painted metal case. Holding or otherwise covering the antenna housing may reduce operating range.

UniPak Transmitter Mounting Clip

The UniPak transmitter’s mounting clip may be installed with the case positioned either “up” or “down,” depending upon which is preferred for the particular application. To turn the clip around, spring the ends of the clip out of the two holes on the sides of the transmitter case (see Figur

einstall it facing in the opposite direction.

e J on page 18) and

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System Operation

Artist Elite wireless receivers and transmitters are extremely versatile components with many operating features and functions, some of which are not obvious. As a result, we suggest the following approaches to assure a “comfort level” with any new equipment:

1. Begin using a single receiver/transmitter pair at their Default (“

DEF”) settings, to become familiar with equipment functions and operation befor (If the Default fr

equency is not usable in your area, change

the frequency to one that is suitable.)

2. Before installing/starting up a large multi-channel system, explore the functions and operation of only two or three receiver/transmitter pairs together.

The details of setting up and operating a multi-channel system vary greatly in complexity, depending upon the number of receivers and nature of the system. Because the feature-rich nature of AEW units can greatly increase this complexity, we suggest starting with a simpler, straightforward setup and use to become familiar with the equipment and its capabilities.

e doing any customizing.

Selecting/Setting Receiver Frequency

Selection of the desired operating frequency is made through the function menus. There must be no local interference on that frequency. If the Default frequency (lowest in band) happens not to be usable, the receiver frequency may be set manually, or by using the IntelliScan function.

Manual frequency selection:

•

Adjust the r

eceiver frequency

as detailed in the next section.

IntelliScan frequency selection:

•

eceiver’s IntelliScan

The r function may be employed to select a usable operating frequency automatically, as detailed in the section following on page 25.

Note: Once the receiver frequency is set, the associated transmitter must be set manually to the receiver’s exact frequency. See page 26 for the correct procedure.

Setting Receiver Frequency Manually

Touch: A momentary press of the Mode/Set button. It is used to enter Menu mode, to enter Edit mode, or to Escape without making any changes to cur

rent settings.

Single AEW-R4100 receiver system:

Begin using a receiver and transmitter at their Default

DEF”) settings, to become familiar with equipment

(“ functions and operation before doing any customizing. (If the Default frequency is not usable in your area, manually change only the frequency to one that is suitable.)

Single AEW-R5200 receiver system (two channels):

Start out using only Channel 1, treating this the same as the single AEW-R4100 above.

Multiple-receiver system with link cables only:

The link cables provide data and control between receivers. The IntelliScan

™

feature scans for clear channels and assigns non-conflicting frequencies to all linked receivers. (If IntelliScan is not used, the receiver frequencies may all be set individually/manually

, as with any standard receiver, selecting frequencies that are within the same IntelliScan groups listed on page 30.)

Multiple-receiver system with Ethernet-connected computer inter

face:

Refer to the separate AEW Control Interface manual for setup and operation of a computer

e aspects of the receivers, and all transmitter

dwar

har

-based system. Basic

setup/operating information, are in the manual you are now reading.

Basic Operation – Single AEW-R4100 receiver system:

n down the AF Level of the mixer or amplifier

T r

. Do

eceiver

not switch on the transmitter yet.

urning on the Receiver

. Switch on the

The Alert indicator and the LCD window lights up; the normal operation LCD display appears after 1–2 seconds. If any of the bars show in the “

-graph meters, ther

RF” bar

e may be RF interference in the area. If this occurs, select another frequency as explained below. (If the Meter Hold function has been selected, one of the RF bars in each column will be flashing, indicating the lowest RF levels received.)

1. Touch the Mode/Set button once. “FRQ” appears on the first

line of the LCD window with the current frequency setting on the second line. (The receiver is now in Menu mode.)

Touch the Mode/Set button again. The small flashing word “EDIT” appears at the bottom of the window. (The receiver is now in Edit mode.)

3. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to change the frequency.

Touch either arrow for single steps, or hold either arrow for rapid cycling through the band. Frequencies “wrap around” to the other end of the range when the top or bottom of the band is reached. Choose a frequency appropriate for your area, avoiding frequencies with active TV channels. (See the frequency listings on pages 29 and 30.)

Note: The top line of the LCD indicates when fr belong to IntelliScan gr

oups. Asterisks (*) are displayed in front

of “FRQ” to indicate membership in one of mor

equencies

e of the three groups (Figure R on page 25). See page 30 for frequency group listings.

o choose this fr

equency,

hold the Mode/Set button until the

word “STORED” appears in the receiver’s window. (If you do not wish to complete this selection, button window

once. The wor

, and the r

d “ESCAPE” appears briefly in the

eceiver r

etur

5. When finished entering a frequency,

button

once. The display reads “QUIT.”

touch the Mode/Set

ns to Menu mode.)

touch the Up arrow

There are several ways to quit, depending on whether the

ent Name is to be r

cur

eset. See page 14 for help with Quitting and saving

user pr

etained or the fr

equency stor

ed to a

changes.

o quickly store the new frequency into the “NAME?”

T location,

touch the Mode/Set button. The receiver shows

“NAME?” in the top line and the new frequency in the bottom line.

Note: Y

ou must now set the transmitter to the exact same

frequency for the system to operate!

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System Operation (Continued)

Figure R

Group 1

Group 2

Group 3

Note: An asterisk in two or more locations indicates this

equency is in more than one group.

Setting Receiver Frequency Using IntelliScan

Single-r an AEW-R5200):

Turn down the AF level of the associated mixer or amplifier.

Make certain that any AEW transmitters are turned RF-generating devices in the area should be turned possible.)

4. The display on the receiver then shows “RESET NAMES.”

IMPORTANT! If one of the above steps (a or b) is not completed, the r state indefinitely (system is muted), and it will back out to normal operating mode.

eceiver systems (either an AEW-R4100 or

off. (Other

on, if

Touch the Mode/Set button once to enter the Menu mode.

(On an AEW-R5200, use Channel 1 to perform the IntelliScan for both channels.)

Touch the Down arrow once. The display shows “SCAN.”

Hold the Mode/Set button to start the scan. The second line

displays “------” during the scan and then briefly displays “SCAN OK” when the scan is successfully completed.

The receiver remains in this state (system is muted) until one of the following steps is completed:

a. To accept and use this frequency with the currently

loaded/named pr briefly displays “STORED” and reverts to normal operation. At this point, the display shows the r currently loaded. (Note: This frequency is now stored with the associated named pr preset is reloaded.)

b. To accept and use this frequency and store it in the special

“NAME?” location, displays “NAME?” on the top line. (Note: Doing this allows a new frequency to be used without affecting previously stor instead of the pr

o stor

T the user presets, refer to the instructions on page 15.

eset data. However

ed pr

e this fr

eset,

touch the Mode/Set button. The LCD

eceiver name/pr

eset and is recalled when that

hold the Mode/Set button. The LCD

eceiver shows “NAME?”

, the r

eset’s name.)

equency along with other settings into one of

eceiver will remain in the “RESET NAMES”

not automatically

eset

Multiple-receiver systems:

Turn down the AF level of the associated mixer or amplifier. Make certain that any AEW transmitters are turned RF-generating devices in the area should be turned possible.)

1. Make certain all the receivers are connected (daisy-chained) with link cables. The receiver with only a Link In (no Link Out connection) becomes the Master r connections” on page 9.)

Switch on

2. receiver simultaneously, as when using AC power plug strips controlled by a single AC switch. (If an AC power or link connection is interrupted, even briefly, turned off and the power-up sequence repeated to assure complete system control.)

3. Using controls on the Master receiver, follow all the steps listed for single-receiver systems to assign compatible frequencies for all receivers by using IntelliScan.

4. The display on the Master shows “RESET NAMES”, and the display on each slave shows “SCAN” and the new frequency. The receivers remain in this state (system is muted) until one of the following steps is completed to accept the new frequency plan:

a. To accept and use this frequency plan with the currently

loaded/named presets, user preset was previously loaded on the receiver, the LCD briefly displays “STORED” and reverts to normal operation. The LCD then displays the previously loaded user preset or receiver name and the new frequency. (Note: This frequency is now stored with the associated named preset and is recalled when that preset is reloaded.) If no user preset was loaded (i.e., the default settings were in effect), the LCD shows “NAME?” and the new frequency.

b. To accept and use this frequency

“NAME?” location, displays “NAME?” on the top line. (Note: Doing this allows a new frequency to be used without affecting previously stored preset data. However, the receiver shows “NAME?” instead of the preset’s name.)

To store this frequency along with other settings into one of the user presets, refer to the instructions on page 15.

Note: These changes af

IMPORTANT! If one of the above steps (a or b) is not

completed, the Master and all linked slave r in the “RESET NAMES” state indefinitely (system is muted) and will

not automatically back out to normal operating mode.

Note: A “SCAN ERROR” message may be attributable to one or mor

• The link connection was broken somewhere in the chain.

• The power to one or more of the linked receivers was turned off.

• Not enough available frequencies existed for IntelliScan to assign all receivers a frequency.

If IntelliScan cannot locate enough available fr set as many as it can on the linked r

all the slave r

last. Alternatively, all receivers can be turned on

e of the following:

eceivers first; switch on the Master

touch the Mode/Set button. If a

hold the Mode/Set button. The LCD

fect

all linked r

eceiver. (See “Link

all receivers must be

and store it in the special

eceivers.

eceivers will r

eceivers.

off. (Other on, if

emain

equencies, it will

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System Operation (Continued)

Turning on the Transmitter

urn on the transmitter by

T Figure J/K on page 18) for a second or two, until the red power indicator and the LCD window have come on. (When using a handheld transmitter, unscrew and slide down the lower body cover, as shown in Figures N/P on page 22.)

Setting Transmitter Frequency

Touch: A momentary press of the Mode/Set button. It is used to enter Menu mode, to enter Edit mode, or to Escape without making any changes to current settings.

1. Touch the Set button once. The small word “MENU” appears

above the frequency. the small

MENU.” (The actual frequency flashes twice, then “EDIT”

“ continues to flash.)

2. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to change the transmitter frequency. either arrow for rapid cycling through the range. Frequencies “wrap around” when the top or bottom of the band is reached. Select the receiver.

3. To activate this frequency selection, the word “ (If you do not wish to complete this selection, just Set button the window, and the transmitter returns to the Menu mode.)

4. When finished entering a frequency, button once to exit the menu. The word “MENU” in the transmitter window disappears, indicating the return to normal operation.

5. If desired, assign a standard or custom Preset Name at this time as described on page 20 (To store Preset configurations), so this particular configuration can be recalled in the future. If a new name is not assigned, the transmitter will continue to operate on this frequency (and with these settings) until some other change in settings is made.

When the transmitter is switched on and in nor the receiver’s two “ from bottom to top, with more bars indicating increased signal reception. For optimum performance, at least four bars, and preferably five or more bars, on at least one of the RF indicators should be displayed at all times.

flashing word “EDIT” appears to the right of

Touch either arrow for single steps, or hold down

STORED” appears in the transmitter’s window.

once: the word “ESCAPE” appears briefly in

once to move to “QUIT.” Then touch the Set button

holding the Power/Mute button (see

Touch the Set button again and

exact frequency displayed on the

hold the Set button until

touch the

touch the Up arrow

mal operation,

RF” signal-level bar meters will display

Setting Levels

Correct adjustment of transmitter audio input, receiver audio output, and mixer/amplifier input and output levels is important for optimum system performance.

Setting Transmitter Audio Input Level

Multiple-position audio input gain settings, selected through the function menu, serve to match the audio input level to the transmitter for best modulation and highest signal-to-noise ratio with minimum distortion.

Select the highest setting that does not result in overmodulation with the highest audio/instrument input levels (an AF indication on the r

eceiver’s “

r make cer levels.

Also, the transmitter’s red LED power indicator, which is on during normal operation, will blink reaches overload level.

Available Level Settings

AEW-T1000 UniPak™: Choices are +12 dB to –6 dB in 2 dB

steps. The default setting is +6 dB.

AEW-T4100/6100 Dynamic Handhelds: Choices are +12 dB, +6 dB, 0 dB and –6 dB. The default setting is +6 dB.

AEW-T3300/5400 Condenser Handhelds: Choices are +12 dB, +6 dB and 0 dB. The default setting is +6 dB. A mechanical switch on the condenser capsule activates a 6 dB pad. For best performance, adjust the input level using the function menu choices first, keeping the capsule’s pad switch at 0 dB. If more audio attenuation is needed, set the capsule’s switch to –6 dB.

RF Power Adjustment

RF power may be set to “RF HI” (35 mW nominal) or “RF LOW

setting is “ maximum operating range, the Low setting will help extend battery life. The Low setting may also be preferred when using multi-channel systems, or when operating very close to the receiver, to reduce the possibility of interference or overload.

RF Interference

W Accor “Wireless microphone operations are unprotected from interference from other licensed operations in the band. If any interference is received by any Government or non-Government

operation, the wireless microphone must cease operation....”

If you need assistance with operation or frequency selection, please contact your dealer or the Audio-Technica professional division. Extensive information on using wireless microphones is also available on the Audio-Technica Web site at www.audio-technica.com.

tain that they are not triggered by the highest audio

” (10 mW nominal) through the function menu. The default

eless frequencies are shared with other radio services.

ding to Federal Communications Commission regulations,

eceiver no higher than “+3”); watch the

AF” bar

RF LOW.” While the Hi setting normally provides

-graph “+6” indication and the Alert light to

off if the peak audio input

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Specifications

†

OVERALL SYSTEM

UHF Operating Frequency Band C: 541.500 to 566.375 MHz

Band D: 655.500 to 680.375 MHz Number of Channels 200 total per band Fr

equency Stability ±0.005%, Phase Lock Loop frequency

control Modulation Mode

FM Normal Deviation ±5 kHz Operating Range 300' typical Operating T

emperature Range 41° F (5° C) to 113° F (45° C)

Frequency Response 70 Hz to 15 kHz

AEW

-R4100 & AEW-R5200 RECEIVERS

Receiving System Dual independent RF sections, automatic-

switching diversity Image Rejection 60 dB typical Signal-to-noise Ratio 115 dB at 40 kHz deviation

(IEC-weighted, 75 kHz maximum

modulation) Total Harmonic Distortion ≤1% (10 kHz deviation at 1 kHz) Sensitivity 20 dBµV (S/N 70 dB at 5 kHz deviation,

IEC-weighted) Intermediate Frequency 65.75 MHz, 10.7 MHz Audio Output (ATTN switch at “0”)

Micr

ophone 25 mV (at 1 kHz, ±5 kHz deviation,

10k ohm load)

Instrument 50 mV (at 1 kHz, ±5 kHz deviation,

10k ohm load)

AEW-R5200: Both outputs are transformer

isolated and balanced Audio Output Attenuator (ATTN) Three-position switch: 0 / -6 / -12 dB Output Connectors

Microphone XLRM-type Instrument

AEW-R4100 AEW-R5200

Headphone Output

Connector

/4" (6.3 mm) TS unbalanced phone jack

/4" (6.3 mm) TRS balanced phone jack

/4" (6.3 mm) TRS (“stereo”) phone jack

Power Output 10 mW + 10 mW at 1 kHz, ±5 kHz

deviation into 32 ohms; maximum output,

220 mW + 220 mW into 32 ohms.

AEW-R5200: Headphones switchable

between Channel 1 and Channel 2

External Mute (AEW-R5200)

/4" (6.3 mm) TS unbalanced phone jack,

each channel Antenna Terminal Voltage DC 10V-12V, 20 mA (BNC-type jack) Computer Inter

face (AEW-R5200) Type Ethernet, 10 BaseT mode Connector RJ-45 Proprietary Software Supplied on CD-ROM

Power Supply

AEW

-R4100

100–240V AC 50/60 Hz, 8W

AEW-R5200 100–240V AC 50/60 Hz, 15W ough AC Power Outlet

Pass-thr

100–240V AC 50/60 Hz, 5A maximum

(AEW-R5200) Dimensions

AEW-R4100 8.31" (211.0 mm) W x 1.74" (44.0 mm) H

-R5200

AEW

eight (without accessories)

Net W

x 9.26" (235.0 mm) D

18.98" (482.0 mm) W x 1.74" (44.0 mm) H x 10.85" (275.5 mm) D

AEW-R4100 3.8 lbs (1.7 kg) AEW-R5200 8.8 lbs. (4.0 kg)

Accessories Included

Both r

eceivers

Detachable IEC-type AC power cable; two flexible UHF half-wave antennas; link cable

AEW-R4100

Rack-mount adapters

AEW-R5200 IEC-type AC pass-through cable;

front-mount antenna cables and connectors; CD-ROM with computer control interface software; AEW-TB44 transmitter bag

AEW-T1000 UNIPAK™TRANSMITTER

RF Power Output High: 35 mW; Low: 10 mW, nominal Spurious Emissions Under federal regulations Dynamic Range

Microphone ≥110 dB, A-weighted Instr

ument ≥100 dB, A-weighted Input Connections High impedance, low impedance, bias Batteries (not included) Two 1.5V AA alkaline Cur

rent Consumption High: 185 mA; Low: 165 mA, typical

Battery Life Approximately 8 hours (High); 10 hours

(Low), depending on batter

y type and

use pattern

Dimensions

2.60" (66.0 mm) W x 3.43" (87.0 mm) H x 0.94" (24.0 mm) D; not including antenna

Net Weight (without batteries) 4.4 oz (125 g)

HANDHELD TRANSMITTER

RF Power Output High: 35 mW; Low: 10 mW, nominal Spurious Emissions

Under federal regulations Dynamic Range ≥110 dB, A-weighted Microphone Element

AEW-T3300 Cardioid Condenser AEW-T4100 Cardioid Dynamic AEW-T5400 Cardioid Condenser

AEW-T6100 Hypercardioid Dynamic Batteries (not included) Two 1.5V AA alkaline Current Consumption High: 185 mA; Low: 165 mA, typical Battery Life Approximately 6 hours (High); 8 hours

(Low), depending on battery type and use pattern

Dimensions

AEW-T3300, AEW-T5400 9.41" (239.0 mm) long, 1.97" (50.0 mm)

maximum diameter

AEW-T4100, AEW-T6100 9.33" (237.0 mm) long, 1.89" (48.0 mm)

maximum diameter

Net Weight (without batteries)

AEW-T3300 9.5 oz (270 g)

AEW-T4100 9.7 oz (276 g)

AEW-T5400 10.0 oz (285 g)

AEW-T6100 9.7 oz (275 g) Accessory Included AT8456a Quiet-Flex™stand clamp

†

In the interest of standards development, A.T.U.S. offers full details on its test methods to other industry professionals on request.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Optional System Accessories

WIRELESS ESSENTIALS™ MICROPHONES AND CABLES

All Wireless Essentials accessories are terminated for use with AEW-T1000 and other UniPak™transmitters.

AT829cW Miniature cardioid condenser lavalier microphone.

Includes clothing clip and windscreen.

MT830cW Subminiature omnidirectional condenser lavalier

microphone. Includes clothing clip and windscreen.

MT830cW-TH “Theater” model, same as MT830cW except beige color

mic and cable for concealment.

T831cW Miniature cardioid condenser lavalier microphone.

Includes clothing clip and windscreen.

T851cW Surface-mount wide-range hemi-cardioid condenser

microphone.

T857AMLcW 19" gooseneck cardioid microphone.

Mounts to 5/8"-27 thread. Includes windscreen.

AT889cW Headworn noise-canceling condenser microphone.

Includes windscreen and cable clip.

AT899cW Subminiature omnidirectional condenser lavalier microphone.

Includes AT899AK accessory kit.

AT899cW-TH “Theater” model, same as AT899cW except beige color mic

and cable for concealment. Includes AT899AK-TH accessory kit.

ATM35cW Cardioid condenser instrument microphone.

Includes A

T8418 clip-on instrument mount.

ATM73cW Headworn cardioid condenser microphone.

Includes windscreen.

ATM75cW Headworn cardioid condenser microphone.

Includes windscreen.

PRO 8HEcW Headworn hypercardioid dynamic microphone.

Includes windscreen and cable clip.

PRO 35xcW Cardioid condenser instrument microphone.

Includes AT8418 clip-on instrument mount. AT-GCW Hi-Z instrument/guitar cable with 1/4" phone plug.

XLRW Connecting cable for UniPak transmitter with an XLRF-type

input connector, for Lo-Z microphones with XLRM-type

output terminations.

RECEIVER ACCESSORIES

AEW-DA550C UHF (540-565 MHz) active unity-gain antenna distribution

system provides two "1-in, 4-out" RF channels; connects a pair of antennas to as many as four diversity r

eceivers; cascade output provided as a directional coupler. AC pass-through allows daisy-chain AC hookup. Defeatable antenna power. Metal receiver chassis with reinforced mounting ears and rear rack mount capability. Includes detachable IEC power cable, IEC pass-thr

ough cable, ten RF cables, front-mount antenna cables and connectors, four DC power cables to power up to four 3000 Series receivers. Mounts in a single 19" rack space.

AEW-DA660D Same as AEW-DA550C except 655-680 MHz operation. AT8628a Joining-plate kit allows rack-mounting two AEW-R4100

receivers side-by-side in a single (1U) 19" rack space.

ATW-A20 Pair of UHF ground-plane antennas with

/8"-27 thread for mounting to microphone stands, etc. Interchangeable top antenna elements provide optional reception of the 650-686 MHz, 728-746 MHz and 800-865 MHz bands. Takes RF cables with BNC connectors, not included; see RF Cables below

ATW-A49 Pair of UHF wide-band directional LPDA (log periodic dipole

array) antennas provide enhanced signal pickup for UHF wireless systems throughout a wide band range (440-900 MHz). Each antenna paddle is matched to 50 ohms impedance with an integral high-quality low-loss BNC connector; 6 dB gain. For permanent or temporary installation; mounts to 5/8"-27 threads.

ATW-A62P Pair of UHF (656-668 MHz) powered dipole antennas

provides effective signal pickup for diversity UHF wireless systems. Requires 12V DC on antenna cables from receiver or distribution system. Internal gain-setting switch. For permanent or temporary installation; includes portable mounts with 5/8"-27 threads.

ATW-A65 Pair of UHF (655-681 MHz) undirectional Yagi beam

antennas provides enhanced signal pickup for UHF wireless systems. Mounts rotate on booms to permit cross-polarized acquisition of diversity signals. Encapsulated baluns with BNC connectors; 10 dB gain. Mounts to 5/8"-27 threads.

RF Cables Low-loss design, 50 ohm impedance, with BNC-to-BNC

connectors:

AC12 RG58-type cable (12') AC25 RG8-type cable (25') AC50 RG8-type cable (50') AC100 RG8-type cable (100')

TRANSMITTER ACCESSORIES

-TB44 Transmitter bag, fits four AEW handheld and four AEW

AEW

body-pack transmitters. Included with 5000 Series systems.

T8114

Foam windscr

een for handheld transmitter. AT8141 Water-resistant pouch for UniPak transmitter. AT8390 Shielded audio cable with

/4" to 1/4" phone plugs. Available in a variety of lengths. (Also available with one straight and one 90° phone plug as the AT8316.)

AT8456a Stand clamp for handheld transmitter, 5/8"-27 threads.

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Artist Elite Series UHF Wireless Operating Frequencies

TV Ch.

26 543.000 543.125 543.250 543.375 543.500 543.625 543.750 543.875

26 544.000 544.125 544.250 544.375 544.500 544.625 544.750 544.875

26 545.000 545.125 545.250 545.375 545.500 545.625 545.750 545.875

26 546.000 546.125 546.250 546.375 546.500 546.625 546.750 546.875

26 547.000 547.125 547.250 547.375 547.500 547.625 547.750 547.875

28 554.000 554.125 554.250 554.375 554.500 554.625 554.750 554.875

28 555.000 555.125 555.250 555.375 555.500 555.625 555.750 555.875

28 556.000 556.125 556.250 556.375 556.500 556.625 556.750 556.875

28 557.000 557.125 557.250 557.375 557.500 557.625 557.750 557.875

28 558.000 558.125 558.250 558.375 558.500 558.625 558.750 558.875

28 559.000 559.125 559.250 559.375 559.500 559.625 559.750 559.875

29 561.000 561.125

29 562.000 562.125 562.250 562.375 562.500 562.625 562.750 562.875

29 563.000 563.125 563.250 563.375 563.500 563.625 563.750 563.875

29 564.000 564.125 564.250 564.375 564.500 564.625 564.750 564.875

29 565.000 565.125 565.250 565.375 565.500 565.625 565.750 565.875

30 566.000 566.125 566.250 566.375 --- --- --- ---

--- --- --- --- 541.500 541.625 541.750 541.875

542.000 542.125 542.250 542.375 542.500 542.625 542.750 542.875

548.000 548.125 548.250 548.375 548.500 548.625 548.750 548.875

549.000 549.125 549.250 549.375 549.500 549.625 549.750 549.875

550.000 550.125 550.250 550.375 550.500 550.625 550.750 550.875

551.000 551.125 551.250 551.375 551.500 551.625 551.750 551.875

552.000 552.125 552.250 552.375 552.500 552.625 552.750 552.875

553.000 553.125 553.250 553.375 553.500 553.625 553.750 553.875

560.000 560.125 560.250 560.375 560.500 560.625 560.750 560.875

Band C: 541.500 - 566.375 MHz

561.250 561.375 561.500 561.625 561.750 561.875

TV Ch. Band D: 655.500 - 680.375 MHz

44 --- --- --- --- 655.500 655.625 655.750 655.875

45 656.000 656.125 656.250 656.375 656.500 656.625 656.750 656.875

45 657.000 657.125 657.250 657.375 657.500 657.625 657.750 657.875

45 658.000 658.125 658.250 658.375 658.500 658.625 658.750 658.875

45 659.000 659.125 659.250 659.375 659.500 659.625 659.750 659.875

46 663.000 663.125 663.250 663.375 663.500 663.625 663.750 663.875

46 665.000 665.125 665.250 665.375 665.500 665.625 665.750 665.875

46 667.000 667.125 667.250 667.375 667.500 667.625 667.750 667.875

47 668.000 668.125 668.250 668.375 668.500 668.625 668.750 668.875

47 669.000 669.125 669.250 669.375 669.500 669.625 669.750 669.875

47 670.000 670.125 670.250 670.375 670.500 670.625 670.750 670.875

47 671.000 671.125 671.250 671.375 671.500 671.625 671.750 671.875

47 672.000 672.125 672.250 672.375 672.500 672.625 672.750 672.875

47 673.000 673.125 673.250 673.375 673.500 673.625 673.750 673.875

48 674.000 674.125 674.250 674.375 674.500 674.625 674.750 674.875

48 678.000 678.125 678.250 678.375 678.500 678.625 678.750 678.875

49 680.000 680.125 680.250 680.375 --- --- --- ---

660.000

661.000

662.000

664.000

666.000

675.000

676.000 676.125 676.250 676.375 676.500 676.625 676.750 676.875

677.000

679.000

660.125 660.250 660.375 660.500 660.625 660.750 660.875

661.125

662.125

664.125

666.125

675.125

677.125

679.125

661.250

662.250

664.250

666.250

675.250

677.250

679.250

661.375 661.500 661.625 661.750 661.875

662.375

664.375

666.375 666.500 666.625 666.750 666.875

675.375

677.375

679.375

662.500

664.500 664.625 664.750 664.875

675.500

677.500

679.500 679.625 679.750 679.875

662.625 662.750 662.875

675.625

677.625

675.750 675.875

677.750 677.875

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Artist Elite Series Wireless Operating Frequencies

IntelliScan™Frequency Groups

Band C: 541.500 - 566.375 MHz (TV Ch. 25-30)

Band C Gr

TV Ch.

25 (None)

26 542.750 26 543.000 26 545.500 26 546.000 26 547.125 26 547.375

27 549.500 27 549.750 27 550.375 27 550.625 28 557.250 28 557.500 28 558.750 28 559.250 28 559.500 29 562.000 29 562.250 29 563.375 29 563.625 30 566.000 30 566.250

Frequency - MHz

oup 1

Band C Group 2

TV Ch. Frequency - MHz

25 541.500

26 542.750 26 543.250 26 544.375 26 544.750 26 545.750 26 547.500 26 547.750 27 (None)

28 554.250 28 556.125 28 557.250 28 557.500 28 559.375 29 560.000 29 561.875 29 562.250 29 563.250 29 563.500 29 565.500 30 566.000

Band C Group 3

TV Ch. Frequency - MHz

25 541.500

26 26 543.250 26 543.500 26 544.000 26 546.250 26 547.875

27 548.250 27 549.750

28 555.750 28 556.625 28 558.250 28 559.375 29 560.125 29 561.500 29 562.625 29 564.000 29 564.250 29 565.625 30 566.125

542.125

* 1

Band D Group 1

TV Ch. Frequency - MHz

44 655.500

45 658.000 45 658.375 45 659.250 45 659.500 45 661.500 45 661.750

46 46

47 669.625 47

48 48 675.125 48 675.750 48 48 48 678.250 48 679.000 48 679.500 49 (None)

662.375

662.750

671.750

674.750

676.125

678.000

Band D: 655.500 - 680.375 MHz (TV Ch. 44-49)

Band D Group 2

TV Ch. Frequency - MHz

44 655.875

45 656.250 45 657.500 45 658.500 45 45 660.000 45 660.500 45 661.750 46 46 665.500

47 671.625 47

48 674.000 48 674.500 48 675.500 48 675.750 48 676.750 48 678.250

49 680.250

659.750

664.375

672.000

TV Ch. Frequency - MHz

44 655.500 44 655.750 45 656.625 45 656.875 45 45 658.750 45

46 662.750 46 663.000 46 47 671.250 47 672.375 47 673.125 48 48 674.500 48 675.375 48 675.625 48 678.625 48 679.125

49 (None)

Band D Group 3

* 2

658.500 5

659.500

665.250

674.125

* Number of wireless frequencies in TV Channel.

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