Electro-Voice R200 User Manual
R200 SERIES WIRELESS
OWNERS MANUAL
R200 OWNERS MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................................... 3
R200 SERIES COMPONETS ................................................................................................................... 3
QUICK SETUP AND USE ..................................................................................................................... 4-5
COMPATIBILITY ...................................................................................................................................... 6
POTENTIAL SOURCES OF INTERFERENCE ........................................................................................ 6
BATTERY RECOMMENDATIONS ........................................................................................................... 6
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 7
FCC REGULATIONS................................................................................................................................ 8
WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................................. 8
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY ....................................................................................................................... 9
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R200 OWNERS MANUAL
Description
R200 SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL
System Features
True-diversity system with Secure-Phasetm en-
sures maximum range and freedom from inter-
ference
Well-designed companding and audio circuitry
insure high signal-to-noise ratio and excellent
sound quality
Choice of handheld, bodypack, lavalier, head-
set and guitar systems
Permanently attached antennas make setup
quick and easy. Receivers may be rack-
mounted with optional kit.
Audio output via 3-pin XLR-type balanced mic
level and ¼-inch unbalanced line level connec-
tors
Designed and manufactured in the United
States of America
DESCRIPTION
The Electro-Voice R200 is a series of UHF wire-
less systems that combine EVs legendary quality,
reliability and high value. The R200 Series trans-
mitters and receivers operate in the UHF fre-
quency range between 710.100 and 721.350 MHz
(channels 54-55 in the TV band) on single fre-
quencies. The well-designed audio circuitry en-
sures excellent signal-to-noise ratio with accurate
sound quality.
SECURE-PHASEtm DIVERSITY
The R200 Series receivers utilize patented Se-
cure-Phasetm diversity circuitry that provides the
strongest, cleanest signal possible. Unlike other
diversity circuits that switch antennas, Secure-
Phasetm utilizes the signal from both antennas at
all times to increase signal strength, minimize
dropouts and lower the potential for interference.
If the signal from the transmitter changes phase
or polarity (a common cause of dropouts), the cir-
cuit adjusts the phase angle between the two an-
tennas receiving circuits to prevent cancellation.
R200 SERIES COMPONENTS
R200 Secure-Phasetm Diversity UHF Receivers
Secure-Phasetm diversity for maximum range
and reliability
Clean, undistorted sound reproduction using
proprietary compander circuitry
Audio output via rear-mounted XLR-type 3-pin
mic level or front-mounted, adjustable line level
¼-inch connector
May be rack mounted with optional kit
External AC power adapter minimizes noise
and makes voltage changes easy if necessary.
Power can also be supplied from a 12-volt bat-
tery or filtered power supply.
Permanently attached, specially-tuned anten-
nas are easy to position
RCU: UHF receiver specially designed to re-
produce all the nuances of the voice
GRU: UHF guitar receiver specially designed to
handle the transients of a guitar
The R200 Series receivers are easy to set up and
operate. The only controls are the adjustable out-
put level and squelch controls. The antennas are
permanently attached telescoping types that are
easy to position and are tuned to the range of op-
eration. An optional rack-mount kit allows two sys-
tems to be mounted in a single rack space.
HTU Handheld Transmitter
Electro-Voice BK-1 (HTUC) cardioid condenser
microphone transducer or Electro-Voice N/
D157 (HTUD) cardioid N/DYM dynamic trans-
ducer.
Separate LEDs for power on and battery status
for easy monitoring of operational modes.
Separate power and audio mute switches for
operational flexibility.
Wide-range gain control allows approximately
40 dB of adjustment.
Special soft-touch finish and ergonomically
designed handle makes holding comfortable
and secure.
Up to 10 hours of operation on a 9-volt alkaline
battery.
Bodypack Transmitters
Two models are available:
BPU: UHF bodypack with TA4F connector al-
lows the user the freedom of microphone se-
lection. Standard microphones include the
Electro-Voice ULM20 cardioid condenser
lavalier microphone and the HM2 headset mi-
crophone. The TA4F connector allows connec-
tion of any dynamic or condenser microphone
that can be biased with 5 volts dc phantom.
BGU: UHF guitar bodypack with hardwired
cable and ¼-inch connector with specially de-
signed audio circuitry to handle guitar tran-
sients
Separate on/off and large mute switches for
operational flexibility
LED battery condition indicator gives quick
indication of battery strength
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R200 OWNERS MANUAL
Up to 10 hours of operation on a 9-volt alkaline
battery
QUICK SETUP AND USE
To get your system into operation quickly, use the
following instructions. Review the rest of the
manual for additional setup and operational de-
tails.
1. Place the receiver where there is a clear line
of sight to the area where the transmitter will
be used (Figure 1). Extend the receivers an-
tennas and separate them 90 degrees (see
Figure 2).
2. Make sure the sound systems volume is low
or off on the input you intend to use for the
wireless.
3. Plug in the receivers power adapter into an
AC outlet and the other end into the receiver.
CAUTION: Please make sure that the AC
adapter is the correct voltage for your lo-
cal requirements.
4. Plug the audio cable (not supplied) into either
output connector. The 3-pin XLR-type con-
Figure 1
nector is the preferred choice since the output
is balanced. Either connector may be used
with good results.
5. Turn the output level control (see Figure 2) on
the front panel to the 12:00 oclock position
(midway in the controls range) if the ¼-inch
connector is used (the 3-pin XLR-type con-
nector has fixed level).
6. Setup and adjust the transmitter level as de-
scribed on the following pages.
7. Turn up the level on the mixer or preamp to
the desired setting.
8. Speak into the microphone or strum the in-
strument and, if necessary, adjust the
receivers output until the volume level from
the wireless system approximates the level of
an equivalent wired microphone or instru-
ment.
9. Walk the expected area of use to check for
dropouts or interference. If problems occur,
see the troubleshooting section.
SET ANTENNAS
AT 90 DEG REE S
AUDIO OUTPUT
VOLUME
LEVEL
CONTROL
JACK
POWER
LIGHT
CARRIER
(TR A N S M I TT E R O N )
LIGHT
HTU HANDHELD TRANSMITTER SETUP
1. Insert battery. Slide open the battery com-
partment cover by placing your thumb on the
indents of the battery door (at the back end of
the transmitter) and gently pull down (see Fig-
ure 3).
2. Turn on the transmitter by sliding the power
switch (closest to the battery compartment)
forward to its on position, toward the mic ele-
ment. The red battery condition light should
flash once and then go out. If the red LED
stays on or illuminates during a performance,
it should be replaced immediately. The green
LED will stay lit when the transmitter is on.
3. Check reception. Observe that the audio
carrier light on the front panel of the receiver
is illuminated, an indication that the receiver is
picking up the signal. Then, walk the in-
tended area of use and make sure that there
are no barriers to reception or sources of in-
terference.
4. Unmute the audio by sliding the audio switch
(immediately below the mic element) towards
the windscreen.
5. Adjust the gain if necessary. First, speak or
sing into the microphone and listen closely for
distortion or hiss. If the gain is too low or high,
adjustments are necessary. Gently insert the
provided screwdriver (or other 3/32-in. screw-
driver) into the hole near the head of the
transmitter (see Figure 4). Turn lightly until
the screwdriver tip drops into the slot in the
level control. Gently turn counterclockwise
until the control stops (the mic output is at-
tenuated but not off). Slowly turn the mic-
level control while listening to the audio. If the
audio becomes distorted, turn the mic level
control counter-clockwise about 1/8 turn.
6. Adjust the squelch control if necessary.
The squelch control on the back of the re-
ceiver may be adjusted to increase range or
reduce interference. Turn the control counter-
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