Audio Technica 5000, 4000 Operation Manual

4000 & 5000 Series

Professional UHF Wireless Systems

Installation and Operation

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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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.

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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

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

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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

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.

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

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.

Receiver Installation (Continued)

AEW-R5200

AEW-R4100

MASTER SLV 1

SLV 2

SLV 3

SLV 4

SLV 5

SLV 6

SLV 7

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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

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connected using Link

-R4100

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channel

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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