Audio Technica M2TL Users manual

wireless

Wireless In-Ear Monitor System

Set-up and Operation Pages 2-13

Installation et utilisation Pages 14-25

Configuración y funcionamiento Páginas 26-37

Configuração e operação Páginas 38-49

Impostazioni e Utilizzo Pagine 50-61

Einrichtung und Betrieb Seiten 62-73

Opstelling en gebruik Pagina 74-85

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WARNING!

USE AS LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE. PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE CAN RESULT FROM USING THIS SYSTEM AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES.

For safe operation of this in-ear monitor system, do not listen at excessive sound pressure levels.

Most national safety and health administrations have established guidelines for maximum time being exposed to sound pressure levels before hearing damage occurs. 85 dB(A) SPL at 8 hours 88 dB(A) SPL at 4 hours 91 dB(A) SPL at 2 hours 94 dB(A) SPL at 1 hour 97 dB(A) SPL at 30 minutes 100 dB(A) SPL at 15 minutes

120 dB(A) SPL — avoid or hearing damage may occur

In live settings it is difficult to make exact measurements of Sound Pressure Levels (SPL) present at the eardrum, which is affected not only by the In-Ear Monitor volume, but by ambient sound on the stage and other factors.

To protect your ears from hearing damage:

• Use the in-ear monitor system at the lowest volume possible; turn up the volume only enough to hear

• Be aware that ringing in your ears may indicate that the volume is set too high.

• Have your ears examined regularly by an audiologist.

• If wax builds up in your ears, stop using the in-ear monitor system until you have seen an audiologist.

• To avoid infections, use an antiseptic to wipe the earphones before and after using the system.

• Stop using the earphones if you experience ear discomfort or infection.

This device complies with the European R&TTE directive 1999/05/EC. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. For Licensing information, please contact your local dealer or radio authority.

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. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Audio-Technica could void your authority to operate this equipment.

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 medicaldevice 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.

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. Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

• To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

• Do not expose this apparatus to drips and splashes.

• Do not place any objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus.

• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

• The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the AC adapter at anytime.

Dispose of batteries in an environmentally responsible manner according to the local laws and regulations of your region. Some batteries may be recycled, and may be accepted for disposal at your local recycling center. If you are not able to identify the applicable rules in your area, please check the instructions of the battery manufacturer.

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire or trash incinerator, or leave batteries in hot places such as an automobile under direct sunlight. Do not store batteries near an oven, stove, or other heat source.

About RF Interference

Please note that wireless frequencies are shared with other radio services. According to Federal Communications Commission regulations,

“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 help with operation or frequency selection, please contact your local dealer or Audio-Technica. Extensive wireless information also is available at www.audio-technica.com.

Warning—Use as low volume levels as possible.

To prevent damage to your eardrums, never use this system at excessive volume levels. Listening to loud sounds for an extended period may cause temporary or permanent hearing damage.

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M2 System Components

M2R

UHF Stereo Receiver

M2T

UHF Stereo Transmitter with AC adapter

EP3

Dynamic Earphones

Quick-start guide

1. Plug in the included AC adapter and connect to transmitter’s DC input.

2. Insert 2 AA batteries in the M2R Stereo Receiver following polarity

as indicated.

3. Set M2R Stereo Receiver and M2T Stereo Transmitter to the same

frequency. (

See page 8.

)

4. Power on M2R Stereo Receiver with volume in minimum position;

power on M2T Stereo Transmitter. Check to see that RF LED on M2R Stereo Receiver is illuminated.

5. Power off receiver and transmitter.

6. Connect audio source(s) to inputs on the rear panel of the transmitter.

7. Power on M2T Stereo Transmitter.

8. Adjust attenuator on rear panel of M2T Stereo Transmitter to

appropriate level. (

See page 5.

)

9. Adjust trim level on front panel of M2T Stereo Transmitter, if needed.

(

See page 8.

)

10. Plug supplied Dynamic Earphones into earphones locking output jack on M2R Stereo Receiver. NOTE: Do not put the earphones

in your ears at this point.

11. Turn on receiver with volume in minimum position.

12. With volume on receiver at minimum position, put earphones into

your ears and gradually increase volume until appropriate level is reached.

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Thank you for buying the Audio-Technica M2 Wireless In-Ear Monitor System. This feature-rich in-ear monitor system is designed to provide

you with comfortable high-fidelity sound on stage.

The M2 is a frequency-agile in-ear monitor system designed to make stage monitoring more effective, comfortable, portable, and intelligible. The M2R Stereo Receiver allows the user to create and control his/her own mix on stage with Personal Mix Control that offers independent control of volume and mix at the receiver. The M2T Stereo Transmitter offers two

/4"/XLR combo input connectors into which users can connect line-level inputs (from a mixing console, for example). The supplied earphones are equipped with a proprietary Audio-Technica dynamic driver offering a full frequency response and richly detailed high-fidelity

sound. The clean, articulate mix allows performers to hear themselves at comfortable SPLs. The earphones come with three sizes of rubber flexible eartips and a universal-fit foam tip for a custom fit, increased isolation and long-wearing listening comfort.

Note: M2 “L” Band receivers must be used only with “L” Band transmitters; the same holds true for M2 “M,” “E,” and “F” Band receivers and transmitters. For multiple-channel applications, as many as ten systems may be used together per frequency band.

M2 Wireless In-Ear Monitor System – Introduction

System Features

• High-fidelity sound with clean, articulate mix allows you to

hear yourself better at lower volumes

• 100 selectable UHF channels

• Up to 10 simultaneous systems per frequency band

• Three receiver modes: Personal Mix, stereo, and mono

• Personal Mix Control allows you to adjust your own mix on stage

• 3.5 mm line-in jack connects to ambient microphone, click

track & more

• LED indicators provide easy-to-read level monitoring

• XLR loop output (true pass-through) connects signal to mixing

console, additional IEM system or recording device with no signal degradation

• Adjustable squelch eliminates annoying static

• Pilot tone protects against RF interference when the transmitter is turned off

• Limiter (defeatable) helps protect your hearing from sudden peaks

• Portable system is quick to load and set up

• Reduces on-stage audio clutter for better overall mix & less feedback

• Use any number of M2R Stereo Receivers on the same frequency

• Audio-Technica earphones with proprietary dynamic driver offer full frequency response and outstanding isolation

• Earphones feature personal fit with 3 sizes of rubber eartips plus an ear-conforming foam tip

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