Lectrosonics M2T-X Series, M2T-X Non Dante, M2T-X ND Series, M2T-X Dante, M2T-X/E01 Dante Instruction Manual
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
M2T-X* and M2T-X/ND*
Digital IEM Transmitter with Encryption
M2T-X Dante
M2T-X Non Dante
M2T-X/E01 Dante
M2T-X/E01 Non Dante
M2T-X/E06
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* M2T-X is a firmware option for the M2T
allowing encryption and removing the
flexlist feature.
Rio Rancho, NM, USA
www.lectrosonics.com
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................4
Encryption ............................................................................4
What is Dante? ....................................................................4
System Setup Procedures ....................................................5
Summary of Steps ...............................................................5
Panels and Features ..............................................................6
M2T Front Panel ..................................................................6
M2T Back Panel ...................................................................6
Operating Instructions .........................................................7
IR (infrared) Port ..................................................................7
USB Port ..............................................................................7
Headphone Volume Adjustment ........................................... 7
Dante Ports (optional) ..........................................................7
Ethernet Port ........................................................................7
Power Inlet ...........................................................................7
Quick Sync ...........................................................................7
Navigating the Menus ..........................................................7
LCD Menu Map .......................................................................8
Menu Item Descriptions ........................................................9
RF Enable/Level ...................................................................9
RF Tuning .............................................................................9
Sync Scan ............................................................................9
Sync Settings .......................................................................9
Sync Key ..............................................................................9
Audio Level/Trim ...................................................................9
Audio Input Type ..................................................................9
Audio Polarity .......................................................................10
Headphone Monitor .............................................................10
Front Panel Setup ................................................................10
Network Settings ..................................................................10
Encryption Key Management ...............................................10
Encryption Keys ...................................................................10
Edit Names ..........................................................................11
Restore Defaults ..................................................................11
About ....................................................................................11
Links .....................................................................................11
Wireless Designer Software ................................................12
Firmware Update Instructions ..............................................12
Hardware Installation ............................................................13
Unpacking the Unit ...............................................................13
Items Included in the Box: ....................................................13
Installing two M2T Transmitters
into a Single Rack Space .....................................................14
Accessories ...........................................................................16
Specifications ........................................................................17
Service and Repair ................................................................18
Returning Units for Repair ...................................................18
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Introduction
The M2T Digital Half-Rack Transmitter with analog and
digital Dante™ (optional) network audio inputs presents
an excellent sounding IEM system with a unique level of
performance in a wireless in-ear monitor system. With
ultra-low latency, digital RF modulation and two stereo
digital channels, the M2T provides a truly unique IEM
product for demanding, professional applications.
The M2T boasts a USB port for firmware updates and
an IR port for fast setup. A large, high resolution, backlit
LCD and large membrane switches provide an intuitive interface that is highly visible in daylight or dimly lit
conditions.
The half-rack transmitter provides four audio inputs
which can be individually configured to be analog or
Dante compatible. The input connectors are full size
XLR/TRS combo types for balanced line level analog
signals. Input preamp circuits use a special balanced
amplifier with very high common mode rejection to
minimize hum and noise. Analog signals are converted
to an internal digital format which is then encoded,
encrypted, organized into packets, and passed to an RF
modulator. The modulated RF signal is filtered before
and after amplification to suppress out-of-band noise
and spurious signals.
Conventional in-ear wireless monitor systems rely on
decades-old technology: FM transmission with multiplexed, companded audio. The M2T Transmitter employs unique technology to provide ruler-flat frequency
response from 20 Hz to 15 kHz and maximum channel
separation. In addition, the digital audio eliminates a
compandor and the associated artifacts. The result is
crystal clear sound and extremely low distortion
of <0.15%.
The M2T is designed and developed with the professional touring, installation, theater and broadcast
customers in mind. The transmitter chassis is all-metal.
The front panel is an aluminum extrusion with a durable
powder coat finish.
Encryption
The special firmware version M2T-X provides AES
256 bit encryption. When transmitting audio, there are
situations where privacy is essential, such as during
professional sporting events, in court rooms or private
meetings. For instances where your audio transmission needs to be kept secure, without sacrificing audio
quality, Lectrosonics introduces Encryption Keys. Truly
entropic encryption keys are first created by the M2T-X
Transmitter. The key is then synced with an encryption
capable receiver via the IR port. The audio will be encrypted and can only be decoded and heard if both the
transmitter and the receiver have a the matching key.
What is Dante?
Audinate’s patent pending Dante™ technology is a
flexible Internet Protocol (IP) and Ethernet based digital
AV network technology that eliminates the many bulky
cables needed to provide point-to-point wiring for analog AV installations.
With Dante, existing infrastructure can be used for high
performance audio as well as for ordinary control, monitoring or business data traffic. Digital networks utilize
standard IP over Ethernet offering high bandwidth capable of transporting hundreds of high quality channels
over Gigabit Ethernet.
Set-up and configuring the system is made easy as
well, saving enormous installation costs and long term
cost of ownership on a digital network. The physical
connecting point is irrelevant: audio signals can be
made available anywhere and everywhere. Patching
and routing now become logical functions configured in
software, not via physical wired links
Summary of Dante Benefits
• Plug-and-play technology – automatic discovery
and simple signal routing
• Reduced Cost & Complexity- No special skills
required to set up audio networking
• Sample accurate playback synchronization
• Add/remove/rearrange components at will
• Deterministic latency throughout the network
• Support mixed bit depths and mixed sample rates
over one network
• Scalable, flexible network topology supporting a
large number of senders and receivers
• Supports 1Gbps networks
• Supports a single integrated network for audio,
video, control, monitoring
• Uses inexpensive, off-the-shelf computer
networking equipment
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System Setup Procedures
Summary of Steps
1) Connect M2T power using supplied DCR15/4AU
power supply, and power on the transmitter (RF off).
2) Power receiver and scan RF spectrum on site.
3) Sync Scan to transfer information from receiver
to transmitter.
4) Tune transmitter to unoccupied channels in scan.
5) Choose an encryption key type.
6) Sync receiver with transmitter (see Sync Key).
7) Turn on transmitter RF.
8) Send audio sources to transmitter.
WARNING: Increasing the Pregain can make
headphone volume excessively loud. Use
caution when setting and using.
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Panels and Features
M2T Front Panel
Menu/Select
Reset Button
Headphone Volume
Adjustment
M2T Back Panel
Antenna
Jack
Return to
previous screen
Headphone Jack
Dante Ports (optional)
Channel Function
Buttons/
Quick Sync
Menu navigation
buttons
USB Port
Power switch
IR Port
Antenna
Jack
XLR/TRS Combo Analog
Power Inlet
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Input Connectors
Ethernet Port
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