Audio-Technica ATW-1501 User Manual

System 10 Stompbox

Digital Wireless System

Installation and Operation

ATW-1501

Stompbox Wireless System

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System 10 Stompbox Installation and Operation

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THE APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing
by Audio-Technica may void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.

RF Exposure Statement: This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION! Electrical shock can result from removal of the receiver
cover. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. No userserviceable
parts inside. Do not expose to rain or moisture. 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.

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 any medical-device disruption will cease when
the RF transmitting source is turned off. 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.

Thank you for choosing an Audio-Technica professional wireless
system. You have joined thousands of other satisfied customers who
have chosen our products because of their quality, performance and
reliability. This wireless microphone system is the successful result of
years of design and manufacturing experience.

Audio-Technica’s System 10 Stompbox is a digital wireless system
designed to provide rock-solid performance along with easy setup and
clear, natural sound quality. Operating in the 2.4 GHz range, far from
TV and DTV interference, System 10 Stompbox offers a small, portable
receiver with foot switch, two switched TRS balanced ¼" outputs and
an output mode selector. The receiver can be paired with up to eight

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UniPak

body-pack transmitters, allowing musicians to easily switch

instruments.

System 10 wireless ensures clear communications by providing three
levels of diversity assurance: frequency, time, and space. Frequency
Diversity sends the signal on two dynamically allocated frequencies
for interference-free communication. Time Diversity sends the signal
in multiple time slots to maximize immunity to multipath interference.
Finally, Space Diversity uses two antennas on each transmitter and
receiver to maximize signal integrity.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.

10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.

System 10 Stompbox Installation and Operation

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Each System 10 Stompbox professional digital wireless system
includes an ATW-R1500 Stompbox receiver, an ATW-T1001EX

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UniPakbody-pack transmitter with an AT-GcW guitar cable, and
hook & loop strips for adding receiver to an effects pedal board.
All A-T

Wireless Essentials

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microphones and cables, available
separately, are pre-terminated for use with any ATW-T1001EX
transmitters.

Note:

ATW-T1001EX transmitters from earlier System 10 models may not
be compatible with the multi-transmitter pairing and battery level
indicator functions of the System 10 Stompbox receiver. However,
these older transmitter models may be shipped to the Audio-Technica
Service Department for firmware updates.

The ATW-R1500 receiver includes a switching power supply that
automatically adapts to changes in mains voltage.

The versatile ATW-T1001EX UniPak body-pack transmitter has both

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a high-impedance input for instruments, and a low-impedance input
with bias connection for use with dynamic and electret condenser
microphones.

The transmitter uses internal AA batteries and has a Power/Mute
switch and input Trim (level) adjustment.

Receiver Installation

Location

For best operation, the receiver should be at least 3' (1 m) away from
a wall or metal surface to minimize reflections. Keep the receiver away
from noise sources such as other digital equipment, microwave ovens,
as well as away from large metal objects. Keep System 10 Stompbox
receiver 30' (9 m) away from wireless access points. Operating
transmitters should be kept at least 3' (1 m) from receiver, but will
continue to work up to 60' (18 m) from receiver line of sight.

Output Connection

There are two switched TRS balanced ¼" output jacks on the side
panel. Either output can be connected to a guitar amp, a tuner or an
effects pedal.

Power Connection

Connect the DC plug on the included AC power adapter to the DC
power input on the back of the receiver. Then plug the adapter into
a standard 120 Volt 60 Hz or 230 Volt 50 Hz (depending on global
location) AC power outlet. The receiver may also be used in conjunction
with an effects pedal board with a common power supply, but each
output must be “isolated” in order to prevent noise interference.

(Note that the receiver has no power Off/On switch. The receiver will
be energized whenever the power adapter is connected and plugged
into the AC outlet. Unplug the power supply from the AC outlet when
the system is not in use — both for safety, and to conserve energy.)

ATW-R1500 Receiver Controls and Functions

Figure A — Top Panel Controls and Functions

1. Audio Output B: Switched TRS balanced ¼" phone jack.
Can be connected to guitar amp, tuner or effects
pedal input.

2. Audio Output A: Switched TRS balanced ¼" phone jack. Can be
connected to guitar amp, tuner or effects pedal input.

3. A/B Output Indicators: Glows green if output is on, glows red
if output is off or muted.

4. System ID Select Switch: Press to cycle through System ID
numbers or to clear pairing. (System ID is an identical number
assigned to a paired receiver and transmitter for identification
purposes.)

5. Pairing Switch: Press and hold to initiate or clear pairing.

6. System ID Display: Shows System ID number.

7. Foot Switch: Press to toggle between outputs.

8. AF Peak Indicator: Only lights when audio distortion is present
at maximum input.

9. Pair Indicator: Glows green to indicate presence of paired
transmitter. Also blinks green to indicate pairing mode activated.

10. Transmitter Battery Power Indicator

Figure B — Rear Panel Controls and Functions

1. Output Mode Selector: Use to switch between A or B Mode
and A Mute Mode.

2. Power Input Jack: Universal (center + or -) 9V-12V DC input.
Connect the DC plug from the included AC adapter.

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