Behringer UL2000M User Manual
User’s manual
Version 1.2 August 2006
ULTRALINK UL2000M
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric
not remove the top cover (or the rear
section). No user serviceable parts
inside; refer servicing to qualified
personnel.
shock, do not expose this appliance
to rain and moisture. The apparatus
should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, should be
placed on the apparatus.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Before you get started ...................................................................................................... .... 4
1.1.1 Shipment...................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.2 Registration ................................................................................................................. 4
1.1.3 Initial operation of the receiver ................................................................................... 4
1.1.4 Initial operation of the microphone .............................................................................. 5
1.1.5 Online registration ....................................................................................................... 5
2. ULR2000 RECEIVER .................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Control elements and connections........................................................................................ 6
2.1.1 The front...................................................................................................................... 6
2.1.2 Display......................................................................................................................... 7
2.1.3 The back...................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Menu items in detail ............................................................................................................... 8
2.2.1 TUNE ............................................................................................................................ 8
2.2.2 SCAN ........................................................................................................................... 9
2.2.3 SQUELCH .................................................................................................................... 9
2.2.4 AUTO MUTE............................................................................................................... 10
2.2.5 DISPLAY .................................................................................................................... 10
2.2.6 LOCK ......................................................................................................................... 10
2.2.7 PRESET .......................................................................................................................11
3. ULM2000 MICROPHONE ......................................................................................... 12
3.1 Control elements.................................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Hand-held transmitter operation.......................................................................................... 12
3.2.1 Turning the microphone on ....................................................................................... 12
3.2.2 Channel setting.......................................................................................................... 12
3.2.3 Setting your own frequency .................................................................................... 13
3.2.4 Preset ........................................................................................................................ 14
3.2.5 Mic Gain ..................................................................................................................... 15
3.2.6 Auto Mute ..................................................................................................................15
3.2.7 Turning the microphone off ...................................................................................... 16
3.3 Status query ........................................................................................................................ 16
3.3.1 Battery condition and transmission channel ............................................................ 16
3.3.2 Transmission frequency ........................................................................................... 17
3.3.3 Preset ........................................................................................................................ 17
3.3.4 Mic Gain ..................................................................................................................... 17
3.3.5 Auto Mute ..................................................................................................................17
3.5 ULM2000 level setting ......................................................................................................... 17
4. APPLICATION EXAMPLE ......................................................................................... 18
5. INSTALLA TION......................................................................................................... 18
5.1 Installation information ......................................................................................................... 18
5.2 Installation in a rack ............................................................................................................. 19
5.3 Audio connections .............................................................................................................. 20
6. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................... 21
6.1 ULR2000 receiver ............................................................................................................... 21
6.2 ULM2000 microphone.......................................................................................................... 22
FEDERAL COMMUNICA TIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ............. 23
MICROPHONE QUICK START GUIDE........................................................................... 24
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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for expressing your confidence in the ULTRALINK Series by purchasing this unit. With
the UL2000M from BEHRINGER, you have acquired a modern, high-performance wireless transmission
system.
Thanks to its amazing set of features, you can use the UL2000M in all situations in which the highest sound
quality and mobility are a must, e.g. live concerts, events and video productions.
Depending on your local wireless transmission regulations, you can use up to 20 systems simultaneously.
The ULR2000 receiver uses two complete receiver channels, which are automatically tuned to the same
frequency. This function requires no attention from the user. This so-called True Diversity technology enables
outstanding disturbance-free signal transmission. This way, you can profit from the greatest freedom of
movement and can fully concentrate on what’s essential: your music.
The IRC compander system guarantees an extremely wide transmission dynamic range. Since vocals benefit
from this characteristic most, the UL2000M is ideal for such applications.
The microphone features a high-quality Panasonic® capsule with a cardioid polar pattern. Therefore, it primarily
picks up the sound from the front and less so from the sides. The signal entering the microphone from the
back is mostly suppressed. This way, the microphone’s propensity to creating feedback is very negligible,
even in live situations.
The ULTRALINK Series equipment features 3 factory presets, each with 8 permanent, interference-free
channels. This allows you to use several systems in parallel without them influencing one another. Additionally,
you have the option of storing 8 of your own frequencies in a user preset, thus individually addressing your
own needs.
Determining which microphone is assigned to which receiver is done either by observing the transmission
channel in the display or by comparing the transmission frequency. In addition, the ULTRALINK equipment
from BEHRINGER leaves you the option to color-code your gear for easy identification.
Beyond that, both units feature other useful functions, such as Scan and Auto Mute. This way, no wishes are
left open during practice or in live situations.
The following instructions are intended to familiarize you with the unit’s controls, so that
you can learn all of its functions. Af ter having thoroughly read these instructions, store them
in a safe place for future reference.
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
The UL2000M was carefully packed at the factory to assure secure transportation. Should the condition of
the cardboard box suggest that damage may have taken place, please inspect the unit immediately and look
for physical indications of damage.
Damaged units should NEVER be sent directly to us. Please inform the dealer from whom
you acquired the unit immediately as well as the transportation company from which you
took delivery of the unit. Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may be rendered invalid.
Always use the original packaging to avoid damage due to storage or shipment.
Never leave children unsupervised with the unit or its packaging.
Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmentally friendly manner .
1.1.2 Registration
Before powering up the unit for the first time, you have to register it with your local postal/telecommunication
authority! Additional information is available there.
1.1.3 Initial operation of the receiver
Assure adequate ventilation and never place your ULR2000 receiver on top of an amplifier or near radiators
to avoid overheating.
The wall power unit (model: E-SPS1) included in the delivery supplies the power to your ULR2000. Only use
the external power supply delivered with the unit!
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The interchangeable AC plugs can be swapped at any time, adapting to various socket types in different
countries (Fig. 1.1).
1. Keep the button (A) on the front side of the power supply pressed to release the plug. Pull the plug out
and let go of the button.
2. Insert a different plug into the power supply unit. The plug is securely snapped into place when you
hear a click.
Fig. 1.1: Swapping plugs on the switching power supply unit
1.1.4 Initial operation of the microphone
The ULM2000 microphone requires one or two 9V batteries. Of course, using only one 9V battery
decreases the effective uptime. When using only one battery, it does not matter which of the two
battery compartments you use. Either one will work.
When running the unit on two batteries, please make sure that both batteries are equally
fresh. Therefore, whenever changing batteries, always use two brand-new batteries.
When the battery is nearly depleted, the LED located on the bottom of the microphone will start to blink
rapidly. Simultaneously, a special inaudible signal is sent to the ULR2000 receiver, and “LowBat” is shown in
its display. To assure dependable operation of the transmitter-receiver system, change the transmitter batteries
as soon as possible after seeing the “LowBat” message.
To change the transmitter (mic) batteries:
1. Twist the upper part of the microphone grip while firmly holding its lower portion.
2. Pull the battery compartment out of the microphone until you reach its stop position.
3. Remove the old batteries. Insert one or two fresh 9V batteries.
4. Slide the upper part of the microphone over its lower portion and firmly screw it on.
1.1.5 Online registration
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase by visiting
www.behringer.com (alternatively www.behringer.de) and kindly read the terms and conditions of our
warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to have it repaired as quickly as possible.
To arrange for warranty service, please contact the retailer from whom the equipment was purchased.
Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our
subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the original equipment packaging
(Global Contact Information/European Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please
contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website
(www.behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more
efficiently.
Thank you for your cooperation!
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2. ULR2000 RECEIVER
2.1 Control elements and connections
In this chapter, different control elements of your ULR2000 will be described, explained in detail, and
you will get useful information on how to use them.
2.1.1 The front
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COLOR CODE
Each BEHRINGER ULTRALINK transmitter can be color-coded using a color ring; this way you can
easily differentiate between multiple transmitters (set to different frequencies). To easily match a
transmitter to a receiver, you can also attach color-coded strips to each receiver.
ANTENNA
Two bar antennae can be connected to the ANTENNA 1 and ANTENNA 2 connectors.
2.1.2 Display
Fig. 2.2: Closeup of the ULR2000 display
(antenna symbol)
These two antenna symbols indicate which antenna signal is currently being processed. The left symbol
lights up when the signal from the left-hand antenna (ANTENNA 1) is stronger, and the right symbol
shows that the signal from the right-hand antenna (ANTENNA 2) is being processed.
RF LEVEL
The 8-level RF LEVEL display shows the reception strength of the carrier frequency (Radio Frequency)
on the ULR2000.
If not a single bar is shown, the carrier frequency is not being received. Bad reception is indicated with
1 - 3 bars; signal noise may be somewhat higher in this case. The more bars are shown, the better the
reception of the transmitter carrier frequency on the ULR2000.
AF
Similar to a distortion gauge on a mixer or an amplifier, the 8-level AF indicator shows how loud the
demodulated audio signal (Audio Frequency) is.
If the signal has no amplitude or if the amplitude is low, no bars are shown. The maximum undistorted
AF-level is received when 7 bars (and not 8!) light up.
Only when the audio signal is overdriving or when no RF signal can be received (the receiver
creates too much noise), 8 bars are shown in the LCD.
Alphanumeric display
All the values and letters relevant to the operation of your ULR2000 are shown in the 6-digit alphanumeric
display: for example, channel number, channel color, frequency and menu items.
CHANNEL
If the ULR2000 is in the basic setting (menu not selected), pressing the UP and DOWN buttons
changes the transmission channel within the selected preset.
If CHANNEL is lit, the individual channel numbers are shown (CHAN1, CHAN2, ...).
Also, when storing a user-selected frequency in the user preset, a channel number is entered.
FREQ MHz
If FREQ MHz lights up, changing the transmission channel using the UP and DOWN buttons also
displays the frequency of the selected channel.
If neither CHANNEL nor FREQ MHz are lit, the display is indicating the channel color
(BLUE, RED, ...) of the set channel. When storing a user-selected frequency in the user preset,
you will be asked to enter a channel color.
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MUTE
MUTE indicates that the ULR2000’s output is being muted.
If the received and demodulated AF starts getting weaker, the noise increases; the signal-to-noise
ratio gets smaller.
The SQUELCH menu item lets you enter a threshold value (in dB) for the signal-to-noise ratio. If this
ratio gets smaller than the threshold value, the receiver automatically mutes the signal (ch. 2.2.3).
2.1.3 The back
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