CAD Audio StagePass WX1600 Manual And Quick Start-up Manual

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StagePassTM WX1600

Wireless Microphone System

Manual and

Quick Start-up Guide

Individuals with cardiac pacemakers and other similar medical devices should
consult with their physician before using any RF devices. Though the output level
of this wireless system is below 50 milliwatts, the proximity of the transmitter to the
implant device could pose a threat.

As with any wireless product, environmental conditions can reduce or in some cases
prohibit a successful connection between the transmitter and the receiver.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Most users of
CAD Audio wireless products in the United States do not need a license for
operation. However, the rules for unlicensed operation state that this device must
not operate in excess of 50 milliwatts and it must not cause harmful interference to
other wireless devices, and must accept interference received from other devices.
Wireless products meeting CAD factory standards adhere to these rules. The
FCC reserves the right to change these rules at any time. For more information
contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCC’s wireless
microphone website at:

www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using
an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by
Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna
type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated
power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio
peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur)
approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques
de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le
type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente
(p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication
satisfaisante.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autoris é e aux deux conditions
suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de
l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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StagePassTM WX1600

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the CAD Audio StagePassTM WX1600 system.
We hope that you enjoy the easy and exciting performance that the
StagePassTM delivers for your next gig. CAD Audio/Astatic Commercial
has been creating high-value products since 1938 and prides itself on
supporting and developing the live performer. Our design criterion for
the WX1600 was straightforward: develop a high-performance wireless
microphone system agile enough to cope with today’s dynamic RF
environment that is both easy to use and exciting to operate.

The StagePassTM WX1600 includes the
following features:

• 100 Channel UHF Agility for frequency plan exibility

• Diversity Operation to minimize multipath interference

• Scan-LinkTM technology for instantaneous “scan” of the
RF environment and automatic “link” to the transmitter.

- First, the receiver conducts an environmental
frequency evaluation then selects a channel.

- Second, the receiver links to the transmitter
and sets the transmit frequency automatically.

• CADLockTM Automatic Tone Encoded Squelch to eliminate
unauthorized interference.

• Transmitters have SofttouchTM Switches with multicolor
LED indicators of On/Mute and Low Battery.

• AA batteries with >15hrs of battery life

• Metal Chassis for a durable and formidable
shielded enclosure with included rack ears.

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Channelization

The CAD WX1600 series wireless has 100 selectable UHF channels.
Channel indicators 0 through 99 are displayed on the receiver.
Corresponding frequencies (in MHz) are listed below.

638 - 662MHz Channel Table Band F

542.125 - 564.175MHz Channel Table Band G

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Operating Instructions

• Insert new high-quality alkaline AA batteries into your transmitter,
observing proper direction.

• Power up the receiver and transmitter.

• Scan-LinkTM your system by pressing the Set/Scan button on the
receiver to automatically select operating channel.

• While the receiver display is ashing hold the transmitter
IR node in alignment with the receiver IR node within a distance
of approximately 12". The receiver will automatically set the
transmitter channel. When the display stops ashing the system
is “Scan-Link’d.”

• To set up additional units continue the sequence while keeping
previously linked transmitters away from the receiver that is
attempting to Scan-LinkTM.

Receiver RX1600 (Front)

• Set/Scan button – Scan-LinkTM operation

• IR Node – Scan-LinkTM communication

• Antenna A and antenna B

• AF Peak indicator LED

• Channel display

• Diversity indicator LED

• Select button – manual selection of receiver channel

Bodypack TX1610 Transmitter

• IR Node for Scan-LinkTM operation

• 4 pin connector (TB4M-type)

• 3 Color LED indicator

- Green = Transmitter is powered up
and audio is live

- Orange = Transmitter is powered up
and audio is muted

- Flashing Red = Low battery status
(change battery ASAP)

• Power Switch – Soft touch switch

- Holding the switch for 2 seconds turns
the transmitter on/off

- Quick momentary press of the switch
mutes or unmutes the audio

• Volume control

Specications TX1610

Frequency Response ................................................................40Hz – 15KHz

Maximum Input Level

Microphone Input: ................................................................. -10dBV

Instrument Input: ..................................................................+15dBV

RF Output ............................................................................................. 10mW

Dimensions .............................................. 2-9/16" [6.5cm] x 4-1/4" [10.8cm]

x 15/16" [2.3cm]

Net Weight .................................................................................... 2.8oz [82g]

Power Requirements ............................................................ 2x AA batteries

Battery Life ...................................... >15hrs, high- quality alkaline batteries

Interfacing to TX1610 input connector

3k3

3k3

3k3

3-wire type electret mic

Dynamic mic

2-wire type electret mic

Instrument

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Receiver RX1600 (Rear)

• 1/4" unbalanced output

• Volume control

• Squelch adjustment
(factory preset – do not adjust without factory support )

• XLR-type balanced output

• DC power jack (use included power supply)

Specications WX1600

Maximum Output Level

Balanced Output ................................................................................-3dBV

Unbalanced Output ............................................................................ 0dBV

Output Impedance

Balanced Output .......................................................................... 350ohms

Unbalanced Output ..................................................................... 250ohms

Switchable Channels ................................................................................10 0

Dimensions .............................................. 9-1/2" [23.0cm] x 4 -1/2" [11.4cm]

x 1-9 /16" [4.0cm]

Weight ........................................................................................12.3oz [350g]

Power requirements .................................................... 12-15VDC, =<500mA

Handheld TX1600 Transmitter

• Power Switch – Soft touch switch

- Holding the switch for 2 seconds turns the transmitter
on or off

- Quick momentary press of the switch mutes or unmutes
the audio

• Tri-color LED indicator

- Green = transmitter is powered up and audio is live

- Orange = transmitter is powered up and audio is muted

- Flashing Red = low battery status (change battery ASAP)

• IR node for Scan-LinkTM operation

Specications TX1600

Microphone Operating Principal ............................... Moving coil dynamic

Polar Pattern ..................................................................................... Cardioid

Frequency Response ............................................................... 40Hz – 15KHz

Maximum SPL ...................................................................................... 130dB

Dynamic Range ..................................................................................... 110dB

RF Output ............................................................................................. 10mW

Dimensions ................................................ 9-1/2" [24.1cm] x 1-7/8" [4.8cm]

Net Weight ...................................................................................7.3oz [208g]

Power requirements ............................................................. 2x AA batteries

Battery Life ...................................... >15hrs, high-quality alkaline batteries

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Soft-touch power

switch

Tri-color LED

indicator

IR node for
Scan-Link

TM

operation