Lectrosonics SPDR Users Manual

SPDR
Stereo Portable Digital Recorder
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1) Install batteries (or connect to external power) and turn the power on (p. 4).
2) Insert microSDHC memory card and format it with the SPDR (p. 6).
3) Jam to a timecode source, if needed.(p. 10).
4) Connect microphone or audio source (p. 7).
5) Set input type and level, if analog source (p.12).
6) Select record mode (p. 11).
7) Set output level (HP Volume p. 10).
8) Begin recording (p.8).
Fill in for your records:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
microSDHC Logo is a
trademark of SD-3C, LLC
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SPDR
Table of Contents
Technical Highlights ................................................................3
Broadcast Wave Format ......................................................... 3
iXML HEADER SUPPORT ....................................................3
Standard TA5 mic/line inputs .................................................. 3
AES3 Digital Input ..................................................................3
Timecode Support .................................................................3
Dual Sample Rates ................................................................3
Linked vs. Independent Stereo ..............................................3
Split Gain Mode .....................................................................3
Dual Power Sources ..............................................................3
Power Options .........................................................................4
Battery Installation .................................................................4
Power Input Connector ..........................................................4
Compatibility with
microSDHC memory cards ..............................................5
Memory Card Preparation .......................................................6
iXML HEADER SUPPORT ....................................................6
Features and Controls ............................................................7
Settings ..................................................................................7
Locking and Unlocking Settings .............................................7
Powering On ..........................................................................8
Powering Off ..........................................................................8
Recording Screens ................................................................8
Playback Screens ..................................................................8
Navigating
Menus ................................................................................9
Main Menu and Sub Menus ..................................................10
Timecode .............................................................................10
Inputs ...................................................................................10
HP Volume ...........................................................................10
Scene & Take ...................................................................... 10
SD Card ...............................................................................10
Settings ................................................................................11
About SPDR .........................................................................11
Default ..................................................................................11
Operating Instructions ..........................................................12
Recording in Analog Mode ...................................................12
Recording in Digital Mode ....................................................12
Browsing/Playing Back Recordings .....................................13
Copying Recordings to a Computer .....................................14
Recovering an Interrupted Recording ..................................14
Using a Remote Control App ...............................................15
5-Pin Input Jack Wiring .........................................................16
Microphone Cable Termination
for Non-Lectrosonics Microphones ..............................17
Timecode Jack Wiring ...........................................................17
Input Jack Wiring for Different Sources ..............................18
Line Level Signals ................................................................19
Wiring Diagram for MCAES3 Digital Cable ..........................19
Optional Accessories ............................................................20
Specifications ........................................................................21
Recording .............................................................................21
Service and Repair ................................................................23
Returning Units for Repair ...................................................23
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Introduction
The second recorder from Lectrosonics, the SPDR
(Stereo Portable Digital Recorder) delivers advanced
technology and features, including stereo mode with
two channels available. As a backup recorder in a bag,
the recorder is small, yet packed with features, including
extended run time, optional external power and higher
sample rates.
On occasion, there is a need to record high quality, ste-
reo audio in circumstances where a traditional full sized
recorder is impractical or when a reliable backup is
needed. When talent is at an extreme distance or using
a wireless microphone is not practical (knights in armor
come to mind), the SPDR can travel with your subject
and record professional quality stereo audio, synchro-
nized with timecode.
The SPDR can be tethered to a camera to capture a
higher quality or backup audio recording. The head-
phone output doubles as a line output to feed the AV
input on a camera.
Setup and adjustment is made through an intuitive
interface provided by the keypad and LCD. The housing
is an aluminum extrusion with machined aluminum top
and control panels, as well as a hard anodized finish.
Technical Highlights
Broadcast Wave Format
With a timecode jam at the start of the production, the
audio data file contents include a timing reference to
make it easy to synchronize with a video track in the
time line. The industry standard BWF/.WAV file format
is compatible with essentially any audio or video editing
software.
iXML HEADER SUPPORT
Recordings contain industry standard iXML chunks in
the file headers, with the most commonly used fields
filled in.
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Timecode Support
Timecode can be copied from the internal real time clock, for projects where it is desirable for timecode to approximately match time of day but it is not necessary to synchronize with other devices. Timecode can also be “jammed” from an external source.
Timecode defaults to zero at power up if no timecode source is used to jam the unit. A timing reference is logged into the BWF metadata.
Dual Sample Rates
The SPDR has two sample rate options available (48 kHz and 96 kHz); 48 kHz is an industry standard rate and should be suitable for nearly all purposes. At 96 kHz, the microSDHC memory card will be used up twice as fast, but will have slightly less phase distortion near the top end of the audible spectrum (close to 20 kHz).
Linked vs. Independent Stereo
The Linked Stereo option operates limiters on both channels together to preserve the balance of the stereo image.
The Independent Stereo option is used when you have two separate sounds/voices and each input will have a separate limiter. In this mode, there are two input gain controls and two LF rolloff controls.
Split Gain Mode
HD Stereo records a stereo audio track and Split Gain, records two stereo pairs, for a total of four tracks, one of each pair at the normal level and another at -18 dB as a “safety” track that can be used in place of the normal track in the event that overload distortion (clipping) has occurred on the normal track. In either mode, record­ings over 4GB are broken into sequential segments so very long recordings (over approx 5 hours in HD stereo or 2.5 hours in split mode) will not be a single file.
Standard TA5 mic/line inputs
The input connectors are the industry standard TA5M
jacks that accept analog mic or line level signals. If
using mic inputs, the SPDR provides bias voltage to
power a wide variety of electret lavaliere microphones.
The input connection and wiring is compatible with
microphones pre-wired for “compatible” and “servo bias”
configurations to feed 5-pin inputs on Lectrosonics wire-
less microphone transmitters.
AES3 Digital Input
An optional digital input is available with a suggested
Lectrosonics MCAES3 cable to connect the output to
the AES3 digital input of a mixer or recorder; TA5F jack
to 3-pin female XLR connector.
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Dual Power Sources
The SPDR has an external power input with internal battery switch over, allowing all day recording with im­mediate fall back to the internal batteries should there be an external power loss.
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Power Options
Battery Installation
The audio recorder is powered by two AA Quantum (recommended) or Lithium batteries. Run time for 2 AA Quantum batteries:
Analog Stereo Mode (48KHZ sample rate) ­13H00M
Analog Stereo Mode (96KHZ sample rate) ­9H40M
Digital Mode 48KHZ sample rate - 7H50M
Digital Mode 96KHZ sample rate - 7H30M
NOTE: Zinc-carbon batteries marked “heavy-duty” or “long-lasting” are not adequate.
Push outward on the battery compartment door and lift it to open.
Power Input Connector
The SPDR is designed to be used with the CH12 exter­nal (or equivalent) power source. The nominal voltage to operate the unit is 12 VDC, although it will operate at voltages as low as 6 VDC and as high as 17 VDC. External power sources must be able to supply 200 mA continuously.
NOTE: There is an automatic switch over to internal batteries if power is interrupted.
Power Input
Push outward and lift to open
Insert the batteries according to the markings on the back side of the housing.
Battery polarity markings
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Compatibility with microSDHC memory cards
Please note that the PDR and SPDR are designed for use with the microSDHC memory cards. There are several types of SD card standards (as of this writing) based on capacity (storage in GB).
SDSC: standard capacity, up to and including 2 GB – DO NOT USE!
SDHC: high capacity, more than 2 GB and up to and
including 32 GB – USE THIS TYPE.
SDXC: extended capacity, more than 32 GB and up to
and including 2 TB – DO NOT USE!
SDUC: extended capacity, more than 2TB and up to
and including 128 TB – DO NOT USE!
The larger XC and UC cards use a different formatting method and bus structure and are NOT compatible with the SPDR recorder. These are typically used with later generation video systems and cameras for image applications (video and high resolution, high speed photography).
ONLY the microSDHC memory cards should be used. They are available in capacities from 4GB to 32GB. Look for the Speed Class 10 cards (as indicated by a C wrapped around the number 10), or the UHS Speed Class I cards (as indicated by the numeral 1 inside a U symbol). Also note the microSDHC Logo.
If you are switching to a new brand or source of card, we always suggest testing first before using the card on a critical application.
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The following markings will appear on compatible memory cards. One or all of the markings will appear on the card housing and the packaging.
Speed Class 10
UHS Speed Class 1
UHS Speed Class I
Stand-alone
UHS Speed Class I
Accompanying
microSDHC logo
microSDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC
IMPORTANT: Read the instructions on the following page regarding memory card preparation
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Memory Card Preparation
Compatible Cards
We have tested a wide variety of microSDHC memory cards and these performed the best with no issues or errors.
Lexar 16GB High Performance UHS-I (Lexar part number
LSDMI16GBBNL300).
SanDisk 16GB Extreme PLUS UHS-I (SanDisk part number
SDSDQX-016G-GN6MA)
Sony 16GB UHS-I (Sony part number SR16UXA/TQ)
PNY Technologies 16GB Elite UHS-1 (PNY part number
P-SDU16U185EL-GE)
Samsung 16GB PRO UHS-1 (Samsung part number
MB-MG16EA/AM)
Installing Card
The card slot is covered by a flexible cap.
Pull up on this side of cap to open
Insert the card with
the contacts facing the
control panel side of the
recorder.
Formatting Card
microSDHC memory cards come pre-formatted with a FAT32 file system which is optimized for good perfor­mance. The SPDR relies on this performance and will never disturb the underlying low level formatting of the SD card. When the SPDR “formats” a card, it performs a function similar to the Windows “Quick Format” which deletes all files and prepares the card for recording. The card can be read by any standard computer but if any write, edit or deletions are made to the card by the computer, the card must be re-formatted with the SPDR to prepare it again for recording. The SPDR never low level formats a card and we strongly advise against do­ing so with the computer.
When a card is installed, or when the SPDR is powered on with a card already installed, the card is scanned to see if it has been formatted for use with the SPDR. If it hasn’t, a prompt appears offering to do so. Follow the on-screen prompts to format the card. If the scan finds an interrupted recording, the Recovery screen will ap­pear. The formatting operation may also be performed on a card which is already formatted, to erase all recordings and start over with an empty card. To do this, select Format Card from the menu.
WARNING: Do not perform a low level format (com­plete format) with a computer. Doing so may render the memory card unusable with the SPDR recorder.
With a windows based computer, be sure to check the quick format box before formatting the card.
With a Mac, choose MS-DOS (FAT) if the card is 32 gb or smaller, exFAT if card is 64 gb or larger.
IMPORTANT
The formatting of the SPDR SD card sets up contigu­ous sectors for maximum efficiency in the recording process. The file format utilizes the IXML wave format which has sufficient data space in the header for the file information and the time code imprint.
The SD card, as formatted by the SPDR, can be cor­rupted by any attempt to directly edit, change, format or view the files on a computer.
The simplest way to prevent data corruption is to copy the .wav files from the card to a computer or other Win­dows or OS formatted media FIRST. Repeat – COPY
THE FILES FIRST!
Do not rename files directly on the SD card.
Do not attempt to edit the files directly on the SD card.
Do not save ANYTHING to the SD card with a comput-
er (such as the take log, note files etc) - it is formatted for SPDR use only.
In short - there should be NO manipulation of the data on the card or addition of data to the card with anything other than an SPDR. Copy the files to a computer, thumb drive, hard drive etc that has been formatted as a regular OS device FIRST - then you can edit freely.
iXML HEADER SUPPORT
Recordings contain industry standard iXML chunks in the file headers, with the most commonly used fields filled in.
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Features and Controls
AES Dual Channel or
Analog Single Channel Input
Analog
Input
LEMO
TC Input
Stereo Portable Digital Recorder
The main functions of SPDR, Record, Stop Recording, Playback are indicated by the status indicator. Both the status indicator and soft buttons change to accommo­date the current SPDR function.
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REC
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HOLD
-40 -20 +0
HOLD
Power
LED
LED Level Indicators
Headphone/
Line output
The audio input circuitry is essentially the same as on Lectrosonics SM and L Series transmitters. Any mi­crophone wired as Lectrosonics “compatible” or “servo bias” will work with the SPDR.
The Power LED is green when the SPDR is running on battery power. When recording, the light will blink green. Once battery power is low (30 minutes remaining), the LED will turn red. Once the red LED begins flashing, the SPDR can die at any moment.
The Power LED is blue when the SPDR is running on external power. When recording, the light will blink blue. If both batteries and external power are connected to the SPDR, it will run on external power and the LED will be blue.
The Power LED will briefly blink blue rapidly on receiv­ing a successful time code jam.
Settings
Settings are accessed by pressing MENU/SEL on the keypad, and then using the UP and DOWN arrow but­tons and BACK button to navigate through the menu items and select functions. The buttons also provide alternate functions as labeled by the soft buttons (or icons) on the LCD. The Main Window is shown below:
Status Indicator
In Playback Mode, the soft buttons on the LCD change to provide the functions needed during playback. There are three variants of playback :
• active playback
• paused playback in the middle of the recording
• paused playback at the end of the recording
The soft buttons in the corners of the LCD and the status indicator will change depending on the status of the playback.
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Functions
indicated by
the soft buttons
on the LCD are
activated by pressing the
adjacent buttons
on the keypad
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REC
LAST
Soft buttons in each corner of the LCD define the alter­nate functions of the adjacent buttons on the keypad. For example, in the screen shown above, recording is started by pressing the UP arrow button on the keypad, in which case, the display will switch to Recording.
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Locking and Unlocking Settings
The LOCKED mode protects the recorder from acci­dental changes to its settings. When locked, menu navi­gation is possible, but any attempt to alter settings will prompt a “LOCKED/can use menu to unlock” message. The unit can be unlocked using the Lock/Unlock setup screen or by removing the batteries. The PDRRemote app will still work.
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Powering On
Press and hold the Power Button until the Lectrosonics logo appears on the LCD.
Powering Off
Power can be turned off by holding the Power Button in and waiting for the countdown. The Power Button will not work while the unit is recording (stop recording first before powering down) or if the SPDR has been locked (unlock the recorder first).
If the power button is released before the countdown reaches 3, the unit will remain turned on and the LCD will return to the same screen or menu that was dis­played previously.
Recording Screens
While recording, the screen provides a view of the bat­tery status, timecode and the input audio level. Soft but­tons in the four corners of the screen provide access to the Menu, Info (available recording time if microSDHC memory card installed, SPDR info if no card in unit), and the REC (record start) and LAST (play last clip) functions. These functions are invoked by pressing the adjacent keypad button as shown on the previous page.
Battery status
Amount of
space used
on card
Timecode
Card Info
Menu
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Audio Levels
Record Start
REC
LAST
Play Last Recording
Press the keypad
button next to each
icon to operate the
functions indicated
by the soft buttons
HOLD BOTH
TO
If both buttons
are not pressed
to stop recording,
you will receive
this reminder.
--STOP--
About the “Slow Card” Warning:
If any samples are lost during recording, a warning screen will appear displaying “slow card.” Typically the lost audio is less than 10 milliseconds and is barely no­ticeable. The unit will still be recording while this screen appears. Press the BACK button (OK) to return to the recording screen.
When this happens, there will be no “gap” or brief si­lence in the recording. Instead, the audio and timecode will simply jump forward. If this happens repeatedly dur­ing the recording, it is best to replace the card.
Playback Screens
Soft buttons in the Playback function provide the com­mon button functions used for playback on a recording device. The soft buttons will change depending on the status of the playback: active playback, paused in the middle, or paused at the end.
Press the
keypad button
next to each
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icon to operate
the functions
indicated by the
soft buttons
The status indicator will alert you if there is no microSDHC memory card in the SPDR.
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?
REC
Question mark
LAST
blinks
To start recording, press the REC soft button in the top right corner of the screen using the UP arrow. The sta­tus indicator will switch to the Recording function.
Menu
T
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Record icon
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-40 -20 +0
HOLD
REC
blinks
Recording
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HOLD
info
Press and Hold BACK
and DOWN arrow to
stop recording
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Paused in
the middle
Play from
pause
Paused at
the end
Play from
beginning
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TC Jam
Navigating Menus
Timecode...
Inputs...
HP Volume
Scene&Take
SD Card...
SEL
SEL
SEL
SEL
BACK
SEL
BACK
BACK
BACK
BACK
JAM NOW
Frame Rate
Use Clock
Input Level
Input Type
Stereo Mode
LF Rolloff
HP Volume
Scene&Take
Format Card
Plug in time code source and sync
30
LOADING
TIMECODE
FROM
CLOCK
1 2
42 42
-40 -20 +0
Analog Digital
Linked Indep.
1 2
70 70
Hz Hz
Scene: 1 Take: 1
(files lost)
No Yes
Use arrow keys to select frame rate of 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976, 30DF, or 29.97DF
Plug in clock source and sync
Press to choose 1 or 2
Use arrow keys to select analog or digital
Use arrow keys to select linked or independant
Press to choose 1 or 2
Use arrow keys to move volume up and down
Press to choose scene or take
Use arrow keys to select No or Yes
Press to set function
Use arrow keys to select level
Press to set function
Press to set function
Use arrow keys to select level
Use arrow keys to set scene or take number
Press to set function
Settings...
SEL
BACK
Files/Play
Takes/Play
File Naming
About Card
Record Mode
Sample Rate
Date & Time
Lock/Unlock
Backlight
#.wav
#.wav
S 1 T 1
S 2 T 1
Sequence Clock Time Scene/Take
Storage
used
HD Stereo Split Gain
48 kHz 96 kHz
2017/01/15
11:03
Yes No
Always On 30 Seconds 5 Minutes
[SPDR ]
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Max Rec Time
14:24:42
Press to select date and time options
Use arrow keys to select file number
Use arrow keys to choose take
Use arrow keys to select time tracking
Press to set function
Press to select take and play
Fuel gauge
Storage capacity
Available recording time (H : M : S)
Use arrow keys to select record mode
Use arrow keys to select sample rate
Use arrow keys to select
Use arrow keys to select backlight duration
Press to set function
Press to set function
Press to set function
Press to set function
Use arrow keys to make changes
Press to set function
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About SPDR
Default
SEL
SEL
BACK
BACK
Bat Type
Remote
About SPDR
Restore defaults?
Alkaline Lithium
Bat 3.16 v
Remote enabled?
Yes No
Rev: v0.14 Ser: 28
No Yes
Use arrow keys to select battery type
Use arrow keys to select analog or digital
Use arrow keys to return to default settings
Press to set function
Press to set function
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Main Menu and Sub Menus
Timecode
TC Jam (jam timecode)
TC Jam
JAM NOW
displayed to confirm the operation.
NOTE: The headphone output will be muted when entering the TC Jam page. Audio will be restored when the cable is removed.
Timecode defaults to zero at power up if no timecode source is used to jam the unit. A timing reference is logged into the BWF metadata.
Frame Rate
The frame rate affects embedding of the timing refer­ence in the BWF file metadata and display of timecode. The following options are available:
• 30 • 23.976
• 29.97 • 30DF
• 25 • 29.97DF
• 24
NOTE: While it is possible to change the frame rate, the most common use will be to check the frame rate which was received during the most recent timecode jam. In rare situations, it might be useful to alter the frame rate here, but be aware that audio tracks many not line up correctly with mismatched frame rates.
Use Clock
Choose to use the clock provided in the SPDR as opposed to a timecode source. Set the clock in the Set­tings Menu, Date & Time on next page.
NOTE: The SPDR time clock and calendar (RTCC) cannot be relied on as an accurate time code source. Use Clock should only be used in projects where there is no need for the time to agree with an external time code source.
Inputs
Input Level
Press MENU/SEL to select which input to adjust. Adjust the input gain with the UP and DOWN arrow buttons.
Input Type
Based on the input source, choose Analog or Digital.
When TC Jam is selected, JAM
NOW will blink on the LCD and the unit is ready to be synced with the timecode source. Connect the timecode source and the sync will take place automatically. When the sync is successful, a message will be
Stereo Mode
Linked:
The limiters on both channels operate together to pre­serve the balance of the stereo image. Both red LEDs will come on at the same time, along with the “L” block on the LCD, even when limiting is only required on one channel, but the audio bar graph meters will operate independently.
Independent:
Use this mode if you are recording two separate sounds/voices, and each input will have a separate limiter.
NOTE: Input Level and LF Rolloff screens have one control in Linked Mode and two controls in Independent Mode.
LF Rolloff
Press MENU/SEL to select which input to adjust. Adjust with the UP and DOWN arrow buttons.
HP Volume
Select HPVolume in Main Menu and use UP and DOWN arrows to adjust.
Scene & Take
Scene&Take
Scene: 6 Take: 3
The progressive scene and take automatically catalogs each time a recording is begun. Scene numbers are en­tered manually. Take numbers increment automatically.
For example: S01T001.WAV. The initial ‘S’ is meant to suggest “Scene” but also serves as the overwrite prevention character, decrementing to ‘R’, ‘Q’, etc. as needed to avoid a naming conflict. The “01” after the ‘S’ is the scene number. ‘T’ means take, and the “001” is the take number. An eighth character is used only for the second and subsequent (4 GB) segments for very large recordings.
Each time a recording is started, the SPDR automati­cally increments the Take number. Scene and Take numbers can be manually updated. Takes can run up to 999 and scene number can run up to 99.
SD Card
Format Card
This item deletes all files on the microSDHC memory card and prepares the card for recording.
WARNING: Previous files are not securely deleted from the card during the formatting process.
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Files/Play
Choose to play the files based on their name. Use the arrows to scroll, MENU/SEL to select the file and the DOWN arrow to play.
Files/Play
111657A .WAV
111649A .WAV 030951A .WAV 071140A .WAV
Takes/Play
Choose to play the files based
Takes/Play
S 1 T 2
S 1 T 1 S 1 T 16 S 1 T 15
on scene and take. Use the arrows to scroll, MENU/SEL to select the file and the DOWN arrow to play.
File Naming
File naming can be set as Sequence, Clock Time or Scene/Take. Use the arrows to scroll, MENU/SEL to choose.
About Card
View information about the microSDHC memory card. See storage used, storage capacity and available re­cording time.
Storage used
Available recording
time (H : M : S)
NOTE: Press BACK from the Main Window to display About Card. Any button returns to the Main Window.
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Max Rec Time
Next File
131453A
Fuel gauge
Storage capacity
Next file name
Settings
Record Mode
Two record modes are available:
HD Stereo: Records a stereo audio track
Split Gain: Records two stereo pairs, for a total of four
tracks, one of each pair at the normal level and another at -18 dB as a “safety” track that can be used in place of the normal track in the event that overload distortion (clipping) has occurred on the normal track.
Sample Rate
Use the arrows to scroll, MENU/SEL to choose one of two sample rate options available; 48 kHz is an industry standard rate and should be suitable for nearly all pur­poses. At 96 kHz, the microSDHC memory card will be used up twice as fast, but will have slightly less phase distortion near the top end of the audible spectrum (close to 20 kHz).
Date & Time
To set the date and time, use the MENU/SEL button to toggle through the fields and the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to choose the appropriate number.
Lock/Unlock
Choose Yes to lock the functions of the recorder to pre­vent accidental changes.
Backlight
The LCD backlight can be set to turn off after either 5 minutes or 30 seconds, or to stay on continuously.
Bat Type
Choose either Alkaline (recommended) or Lithium AA battery type. The voltage of the installed battery pair will be shown at the bottom of the display.
Remote
The recorder can be configured to respond to “dweedle tone” signals from the PDRRemote smart phone app or to ignore them. Use the arrow buttons to toggle be­tween “yes” (remote control on) and “no” (remote control off). (See Using A Remote Control App.)
About SPDR
The SPDR’s firmware version and serial number are displayed.
Default
To return the recorder to its factory default settings, use the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to choose Yes.
SPDR default settings:
Frame Rate 30
Input Level 22 both sides
Input Type Analog
Stereo Mode Linked
LF Rolloff 70 Hz both sides
Headphone Volume 60% of the way up
Scene 1
Take 1
File Sequence Number 1
File Naming Sequence
Record Mode HD Stereo
Sample Rate 48 kHz
Backlight Mode Always On
Battery Type Alkaline
Remote Control Disabled
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Operating Instructions
Recording in Analog Mode
1) Connect microphone or audio source
2) Set Input Type to Analog
When the Input Type is set to Analog, this menu item will allow you to adjust the input gain. The two tricolor audio level indicator LEDs on the top of the SPDR pro­vide a visual indication of each analog audio signal level entering the recorder. The LEDs will glow either red or green to indicate audio levels, as shown in the following table.
5) Set LF Rolloff
Low frequency audio content may be desirable or distracting, so the point at which the roll-off takes place can be set to 35, 50, 70, 100, 120 or 150 Hz.
LF Rolloff:
Input Type: Analog
Stereo Mode: Independent
LF Rolloff
1 70 Hz
2
120
Hz
LF Rolloff:
Input Type: Analog
Stereo Mode: Linked
LF Rolloff
70 Hz
Signal Level LED
Less than -20 dB
-20 dB to +0 dB
+0 dB and up
3) Set Input Level
When setting input level in Analog Input Type, it is best to go through the following procedure before recording.
a) With fresh batteries in the SPDR, power the
unit on.
b) Prepare the signal source(s). Position
microphone(s) the way it will be used in actual operation and have the user speak or sing at the loudest level that will occur during use, or set the output level of the instrument or audio device to the maximum level that will be used.
c) Press MENU/SEL to select which input to adjust.
Adjust the input gain with the UP and DOWN arrow buttons so that the input LED glows green during the loudest peaks in the audio. The LED will turn red if the peak is being limited in the preamp.
4) Set Stereo Mode
Linked:
The limiters on both channels operate together to pre­serve the balance of the stereo image. Both red LEDs will come on at the same time, along with the “L” block on the LCD, even when limiting is only required on one channel, but the audio bar graph meters will operate independently.
Independent:
Use this mode if you are recording two separate sounds/voices, and each input will have a separate limiter.
Input Level:
Input Type: Analog
Stereo Mode: Independent
Off
Green
Red
Input Level:
Input Type: Analog
Stereo Mode: Linked
6) Set HP (headphone) Volume
7) Begin recording.
Return to the Main Window and press the UP arrow to start recording.
Recording in Digital Mode
1) Connect microphone or audio source
2) Set Input Type to Digital
When the Input Type is set to Digital, the two tricolor au­dio level indicator LEDs on the top of the SPDR will be blue for a signal above -40 and off otherwise. In Digital mode, the input is AES 3 compatible. In this configura­tion, pin 4 is pos. (+) and pin 1 is neg. (–).
Input Level:
Input Type: Digital
Stereo Mode: Independent
Input Level
1
-40 -20 +0
3) Set Stereo Mode
Linked:
The limiters on both channels operate together to pre­serve the balance of the stereo image. Both red LEDs will come on at the same time, along with the “L” block on the LCD, even when limiting is only required on one channel, but the audio bar graph meters will operate independently.
Independent:
Use this mode if you are recording two separate sounds/voices, and each input will have a separate limiter.
2
Input Level:
Input Type: Digital
Stereo Mode: Linked
Input Level
[AES INPUT]
-40 -20 +0
Input Level
44
-40 -20 +0
12
1
2
36
Input Level
38
-40 -20 +0
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LF Rolloff
[AES INPUT]
[AES INPUT]
4) Set LF Rolloff
Low frequency audio content may be desirable or distracting, so the point at which the roll-off takes place can be set to 35, 50, 70, 100, 120 or 150 Hz.
LF Rolloff:
Input Type: Digital
Stereo Mode: Independent
LF Rolloff:
Input Type: Digital
Stereo Mode: Linked
LF Rolloff
1
5) Set HP (headphone) Volume
6) Begin recording
Return to the Main Window and press the UP arrow to start recording (see page 7).
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Browsing/Playing Back Recordings
Soft buttons in the Playback function provide the com­mon button functions used for playback on a recording device. The soft buttons will change depending on the status of the playback: active playback, paused in the middle, or paused at the end.
Press the
keypad button
next to each
T
00 : 01 : 33
C
-40 -20 +0
T
00 : 13 : 11
C
T
00 : 52 : 29
C
icon to operate
the functions
indicated by the
soft buttons
Paused in
the middle
Play from
pause
Paused at
the end
Play from beginning
Users can choose to play the files based on their name or based on scene and take.
Files/Play Choose to play files by the filename. File-
names of the recordings contain industry standard iXML chunks in the file headers, with the most commonly used fields filled in. File naming can be set as:
Sequence: a progressive sequence of numbers
Clock Time: the time of the internal clock at the beginning of the recording; recorded as DDHHM­MA.WAV. DD is the day of the month, HH is hours, MM is minutes, A is the overwrite-prevention character, incrementing to ‘B’, ‘C’, etc. as needed to avoid a naming conflict A final character serves as the segment identifier, being absent in the first segment, ‘2’ in the second segment, ‘3’ in the third and so on.
Scene/Take: the progressive scene and take automatically cataloged each time a recording is begun; S01T001.WAV. The initial ‘S’ is meant to suggest “Scene” but also serves as the overwrite prevention character, decrementing to ‘R’, ‘Q’, etc. as needed to avoid a naming conflict. The “01” after the ‘S’ is the scene number. ‘T’ means take, and the “001” is the take number. An eighth character is used only for the second and subsequent (4 GB) segments for very large recordings. Scene numbers are entered manually. Take numbers increment automatically.
Takes/Play Choose to play the files based on scene
and take. Scene and take numbers can be manually entered, and are embedded in the filenames and iXML headers of recordings. Take number automatically incre­ments each time the record button is pressed. When browsing by scene and take, recordings that span multiple files are listed singly and played as one long recording.
Battery status
Menu
Amount of
space used
on card
Timecode
T
00 : 01 : 33
C
i
Card Info
-40 -20 +0
Audio Levels
The status indicator will alert you if there is no microSDHC memory card in the SPDR.
Question mark
blinks
Record Start
REC
LAST
Play Last Recording
Press the keypad
button next to each
icon to operate the
functions indicated
by the soft buttons
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T
00 : 01 : 33
C
i
-40 -20 +0
?
?
REC
LAST
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Copying Recordings to a Computer
1. Remove your MicroSD card from the SPDR by lightly pressing inward on the card and, when released, the card should pop out of the recorder enough to remove it.
Write Protect Tab
2. Insert the MicroSD card into the adapter.
3. Slide the button on the side of the adapter to the locked position and insert the adapt­er (with MicroSD card inside) into your computer’s memory card slot.
NOTE: The MicroSD card adapter has a write protect tab. Sliding the tab downward to the locked position prevents recording of data and protects existing data. When recording to, erasing from or formatting the MicroSD card, slide the tab upward.
4. If using a Windows operating system, the computer should detect the card and assign it to a drive. Open the selected drive by click­ing on the “Start” button and select “Computer” to launch Windows Explorer, the native file manager. Open the folder that was assigned to your MicroSD card.
If using a MAC operating system, the card will
appear as an icon on the desktop. Double-click to open it.
5. Copy the files you wish to download from the card and paste them into the selected file on your com­puter.
6. Be sure to safely eject the card adapter when fin­ished copying the files.
Insert MicroSD card
into adapter here
Recovering an Interrupted Recording
Recordings can be reliably recovered even if the mi­croSDHC memory card is accidentally removed or the battery dies while a recording is in progress. If a record­ing is interrupted, all of the audio is present on the card and can be easily recovered by the SPDR. The SPDR keeps track of the length of the most recent recording so it can supply a good suggestion for the length to recover. If the length is ever unknown or the SPDR’s suggestion seems incorrect, it is always possible to override the suggested length. If in doubt, specify the maximum length possible, in which case the entire remainder of the card is recovered. All of the interrupted recording will be present, followed by extra contents which might be random noise or audio from previously deleted recordings.
NOTE: A good battery or external power supply is required to begin the recovery process. If recovery is attempted with a weak battery, a message will appear saying that a fresh battery will be required.
Once a fresh battery has been installed, power on the SPDR and insert the card with the interrupted record­ing. The SPDR will detect the interrupted recording and display:
INTERRUPTED
RECORDING
FOUND
And then:
Recover? for safe use see manual
No Yes
If “No” is chosen, nothing is done to the card and the SPDR will not use the card. If “Yes” is chosen”, a prompt appears asking for the length of the recording to re­cover, specified as a number of hours and minutes. The default suggestion will be the approximate length of the most recent recording. It is always safe to recover a lon­ger recording than was made. To specify the recovery time, use the MENU/SEL button to navigate and specify the hours and minutes fields.
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Length to
recover?
hh mm
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Once set as desired, use MENU/SEL to navigate to the “GO” soft button and press the DOWN arrow button to begin the recovery process.
Length to
recover?
hh mm
08:10
Recovery is nearly instantaneous. When completed, the display will show:
GO
RECOVERY
SUCCESSFUL
Using a Remote Control App
PDRRemote By New Endian LLC
Convenient remote control is provided by a phone app available on the AppStore and Google Play. The app uses audio tones (“dweedle tones”) played through the phone’s speaker that are interpreted by the recorder to make changes:
• Record Start/Stop
• Mic Gain Level Adjustments
• Lock/Unlock
The SPDR tones are unique to the SPDR, and the recorder will not react to “dweedle tones” meant for Lectrosonics transmitters.
The screens appear differently for iOS and Android phones, but perform the same functions.
For Best Results
The following conditions are required:
• The microphone must be within a few inches.
• The recorder must be configured to enable remote control activation. See Remote on the menu.
iOS Version
Tap to
play tone
Select
Mode
Playback
Volume
Select Function
Android Version
Select
Function
Tap function
name or down
arrow to select
mode
Please be aware this app is not a Lectrosonics product. It is privately owned and operated by New Endian LLC, www.newendian.com.
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Touch and hold
to play tones
Playback Volume
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SPDR
10k
1k
5
4
3
2
1
To Audio Amplifier
5V SOURCE
MIC
VOLTAGE SELECT
LINE IN
GND
+
15uF
+5 VDC
Servo Bias
Pin 4 to Pin 1 = 0 V
Pin 4 Open = 2 V
Pin 4 to Pin 2 = 4 V
+
To Limiter Control
30uF
500 Ohm
100 Ohm
2.7K
200 Ohm
+
3.3uF
5-Pin Input Jack Wiring
The wiring diagrams included in this section represent the basic wiring necessary for the most common types of microphones and other audio inputs. Some micro­phones may require extra jumpers or a slight variation on the diagrams shown.
It is virtually impossible to keep completely up to date on changes that other manufacturers make to their products, thus you may encounter a microphone that differs from these instructions. If this occurs please call our toll-free number listed under Service and Repair in this manual or visit our web site at:
www.lectrosonics.com
Backshell with
strain relief
Audio input jack wiring:
PIN 1 Shield (ground) for positive biased electret lavaliere microphones. Shield (ground) for dynamic microphones and line level inputs.
PIN 2 Bias voltage source for positive biased electret lavaliere microphones that are not using servo bias circuitry and voltage source for 4 volt servo bias wiring.
PIN 3 Microphone level input and bias supply.
PIN 4 Bias voltage selector for Pin 3. Pin 3 voltage depends on Pin 4 connection.
Pin 4 tied to Pin 1: 0 V Pin 4 Open: 2 V Pin 4 to Pin 2: 4 V
PIN 5 Line level input for tape decks, mixer outputs, musical instruments, etc.
Remove strain relief
if using dust boot
TA5F Latchlock
Insert
Insulator
Cable clamp
Backshell
without strain
relief
Dust boot (35510)
Note: If you use the dust boot, remove the rubber strain relief that is attached to the TA5F cap, or the boot will not fit over the assembly.
Installing the Connector:
1) If necessary, remove the old connector from the microphone cable.
2) Slide the dust boot onto microphone cable with the large end facing the connector.
3) If necessary, slide the 1/8-inch black shrink tubing onto the microphone cable. This tubing is needed for some smaller diameter cables to ensure there is a snug fit in the dust boot.
4) Slide the backshell over the cable as shown above. Slide the insulator over the cable before soldering the wires to the pins on the insert.
5) Solder the wires and resistors to the pins on the insert according to the diagrams shown in Wiring Hookups for Different Sources. A length of .065 OD clear tubing is included if you need to insulate
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the resistor leads or shield wire.
6) If necessary, remove the rubber strain relief from the TA5F backshell by simply pulling it out.
7) Seat the insulator on the insert. Slide the cable clamp over the and of the insulator and crimp as shown on the next page.
8) Insert the assembled insert/insulator/clamp into the latchlock. Make sure the tab and slot align to allow the insert to fully seat in the latchlock. Thread the backshell onto the latchlock.
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VIEW FROM SOLDER
0.3"
for Non-Lectrosonics Microphones
TA5F Connector Assembly
Mic Cord Stripping Instructions
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1
5
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SIDE OF PINS
4
0.15"
Crimping to Shield and Insulation
Strip and position the cable so that the clamp can be crimped to contact both the mic cable shield and the insulation. The shield contact reduces noise with some microphones and the insulation clamp increases ruggedness.
NOTE: This termination is intended for UHF transmitters only. VHF transmitters with 5-pin jacks require a different termination. Lectrosonics lavaliere microphones are terminated for compatibility with VHF and UHF transmitters, which is different from what is shown here.
Shield
Crimp these
fingers to
contact the
shield
Crimp these
fingers to clamp the insulation
Timecode Jack Wiring
The timecode connection is made via a standard LEMO 5-pin connector. Pin connections are as follows, viewed from outside the connector.
1 - Ground
1
2
4
3
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2 - SMPTE Timecode In
3 - ASCII In/Out
4 - Tuning Out
5 - SMPTE Timecode Out
Insulation
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Comp
Input Jack Wiring for Different Sources
In addition to the microphone and line level wiring hook­ups illustrated below, Lectrosonics makes a number of cables and adapters for other situations such as con­necting musical instruments (guitars, bass guitars, etc.) to the transmitter. Visit www.lectrosonics.com and click on Accessories, or download the master catalog.
A lot of information regarding microphone wiring is also available in the FAQ section of the web site at:
http://www.lectrosonics.com
Hover over Support and click on FAQs. Follow the instructions to search by model number or other search options.
atible Wiring for Both Servo Bias Inputs and Earlier Transmitters:
Fig. 1
2 VOLT POSITIVE BIAS 2-WIRE ELECTRET
SHIELD
A UDI O
Compatible wiring for microphones such as Countryman E6 headworn and B6 lavaliere.
3.3 k
Also see Fig. 9
Fig. 2
4 VOLT POSITIVE BIAS 2-WIRE ELECTRET
Most common type of wiring for lavaliere mics.
WIRING FOR LECTROSONICS M152/5P
WHITE
RED
(N/C)
The M152 lavaliere microphone has an internal resistor and can be wired in a 2-wire configuration. This is the factory standard wiring.
1.5 k
PIN
1
2
3
4
5
4
3
T A5 F PLUG
1
5
2
Fig. 7
BALANCED AND FLOATING LINE LEVEL SIGNALS
XLR JACK
*NOTE: If the output is balanced but center tapped to ground, such as on all Lectrosonics receivers, do not connect Pin 3 of the XLR jack to Pin 4 of the TA5F connector.
Fig. 8
UNBALANCED LINE LEVEL SIGNALS
LINE LEVEL RCA or 1/4” PLUG
For signal levels up to 3V (+12 dBu) before limiting. Fully compatible with 5-pin inputs on other Lectrosonics transmitters such as the LM and UM Series. A 20k ohm resistor can be inserted in series with Pin 5 for an additional 20 dB of attenuation to handle up to 30V (+32 dBu).
SLEEVE
TIP
SHIELD
A UDI O
PIN
TA 5F
PLUG
1
2
3
4
5
4
3
T A5 F
PLUG
1
5
2
Fig. 3 - DPA Microphones
DANISH PRO AUDIO MINIATURE MODELS
This wiring is for DPA lavalier and headset microphones.
NOTE: The resistor value can range from 3k to 4 k ohms.
Same as DPA adapter DAD3056
Fig. 4
2 VOLT NEGATIVE BIAS 2-WIRE ELECTRET
SHIELD
Compatible wiring for microphones such as negative bias TRAM models.
NOTE: The resistor value can range from 2k to 4k ohms.
AUDIO
Fig. 5 - Sanken COS-11 and others
4 VOLT POSITIVE BIAS 3-WIRE ELECTRET WITH EXTERNAL RESISTOR
Also used for other 3-wire lavaliere microphones that require an external resistor.
SHIELD
DRAIN (BIAS)
SOURCE (AUDIO)
Fig. 6
LO-Z MICROPHONE LEVEL SIGNALS
2.7 k
PIN
Simple Wiring - Can ONLY be used with Servo Bias Inputs:
Servo Bias was introduced in 2005 and all trans­mitters with 5-pin inputs have been built with this feature since 2007.
Fig. 9
2 VOLT POSITIVE BIAS 2-WIRE ELECTRET
1
2
3
4
5
4
3
PLUG
5
TA5F
1
2
Simplified wiring for microphones such as Countryman B6 Lavalier and E6 Earset models and others.
NOTE: This servo bias wiring is not compatible with earlier versions of Lectrosonics transmitters. Check with the factory to confirm which models can use this wiring.
Fig. 10
2 VOLT NEGATIVE BIAS 2-WIRE ELECTRET
Simplified wiring for microphones such as negative bias TRAM.
NOTE: This servo bias wiring is not compatible with earlier versions of Lectrosonics transmitters. Check with the factory to confirm which models can use this wiring.
Fig. 11
4 VOLT POSITIVE BIAS 3-WIRE ELECTRET
XLR JACK
Insert 1k resistor in series with pin 3 if attenuation is needed
For low impedance dynamic mics or electret mics with internal battery or power supply.
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NOTE: This servo bias wiring is not compatible with earlier versions of Lectrosonics transmitters. Check with the factory to confirm which models can use this wiring.
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PIN
wed from
T
Vie outside
Line Level Signals
The normal wiring for line level signals is:
• Signal Hot to pin 5
• Signal Gnd to pin 1
• Pin 4 jumped to pin 1
This allows signal levels up to 3V RMS to be applied without limiting.
If more headroom is needed, insert a 20 k resistor in series with pin 5. Put this resistor inside the TA5F con­nector to minimize noise pickup.
Line Level
Normal Wiring
See Fig. 8 on
previous page
Line Level
More Headroom
(20 dB)
Wiring Diagram for MCAES3 Digital Cable
The MCAES3 cable is used to connect the AES output of a digital mixer or recorder to the SPDR AES input. It is constructed with a TA5F jack, rugged coaxial cable and a 3-pin female XLR connector. The connectors have soldered connections to the cable, allowing them to be serviced or replaced if the need arises.
Connectors: • 5-pin TA5F female
• XLR-3 female
Cable: RG-174U coaxial
Length: 18 inches
GND
1
CH 1
+
A5F
wed from
4
1
5
3
2
CH 1
CH 2
CH 2
2
-
3
4
+
5
-
NOTE: Do not tie pin 1 to the shell in the TA5F connector.
PIN
1 GND
2
+
3
-
XLRF
12
Vie
3
outside
Firmware Updates
Firmware updates are made using a microSDHC mem­ory card. Download and copy the following firmware update files from the Lectrosonics website to a drive on your computer.
spdr vX_xx.ldr is the firmware update file, where “X_xx” is the revision number.
In the computer:
1) Perform a Quick Format of the card. On a Windows­based system, this will automatically format the card to the FAT32 format, which is the Windows standard. On a Mac, you may be given several options. If the card is already formatted in Win­dows (FAT32) - it will be greyed out - then you do not need to do anything. If the card is in another format, choose Windows (FAT32) and then click “Erase.” When the quick format on the computer is complete, close the dialogue box and open the file browser.
2) Copy the spdr v1_xx.ldr file to the memory card, then safely eject the card from the computer.
In the SPDR:
1) Leave the SPDR turned off and insert the microS­DHC memory card into the slot.
2) Hold down both the UP and DOWN arrow buttons on the recorder and turn the power on.
3) The recorder will boot up into the firmware update mode with the following options on the LCD:
Run - Exits the update mode and starts up the recorder in the normal operating mode.
Update - Displays a scrollable list of the .ldr files on the card.
Power Off - Exits the update mode and turns the power off.
NOTE: If the unit powers on normally instead of offering the options in Step 3 (above), power the unit off and try again, making sure that both arrow buttons are firmly depressed while powering the unti back on.
4) Select Update. Use the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to select the desired file and press MENU/ SEL to begin the update process. The LCD will display status messages while the firmware is being updated.
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NOTE: The Update process takes about 20 seconds.
5) When the update is complete, the LCD will display this message: UPDATE SUCCESSFUL REMOVE CARD. After the card is removed, the LCD will return to the three options shown in step 3 above.
6) Select Power Off and press MENU/SEL to finish the update.
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7) If you re-insert the same card and turn the power back on for normal use, the LCD will display a mes­sage prompting you to format the card:
Format Card?
(files lost)
• No
• Yes
If you wish to record audio on the card, you must
re-format it. Select Yes and press MENU/SEL to format the card. When the process is complete, the LCD will return to the Main Window and be ready for normal operation.
If you choose to keep the card as is, you may re-
move the card at this time.
The firmware update process is managed by a boot­loader program - on very rare occasions, you might need to update the bootloader.
spdrboot vX_xx.ldr is the bootloader file
Follow the same process as with a firmware update and select the spdrboot file. Be forewarned, this can corrupt your unit if interrupted. Don’t update the bootloader un­less advised to do so by the factory.
MC41 mic level adapter cable. Female XLR to female TA5F; 37 inches long. Feeds mic level signal to pin 3 on the TA5M jack.
MCAES3 Used to connect the output to the AES3 digital input of a mixer or recorder; TA5F jack to 3-pin female XLR connector
P1354 Dust and moisture plug for headphone/line out­put and timecode sync port.
Optional Accessories
26526 Wire belt clip
CH12 External power source; 120VAC, 120v-60Hz 14W
input; 12 VDC (regulated), 300 mA max. output.
MC35 line level adapter cable. Female XLR to female TA5F; 37 inches long. Feed line level signal to pin 5 on the TA5M jack.
P1362 Dust and moisture plug for DC power port.
P1361 Replacement door for MicroSD card.
P1363 SD card blocker
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External Power Supply: DCR12/A4U 90-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz input; 12 VDC
(regulated), 400 mA max. output.
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Specifications
Recording
Storage media: microSDHC memory card File format: .wav files (BWF) iXML metadata A/D converter: 24-bit Sampling rate: 48 kHz or 96 kHz Recording modes/Bit rate:
Sample Rate HD Stereo Mode Split Gain Mode
48 kHz 288 K bps 576 K bps
96 kHz 576 K bps not supported
External DC Power Cords:
21425 6 ft. long power cord, coaxial to stripped and
tinned leads. Coaxial plug: ID-.080”; OD-.218”; Depth- .5”.
.475”
.375” O.D.
21472 6 ft. long power cord; coaxial to stripped and tinned leads. Right angle coaxial plug: ID-.080”; OD­.215”; Depth- .400”.
.375”
.35”
.375” O.D.
PS12A
PS212A
• Time Base: 1ppm TCXO
Input
Type: • Analog mic/line level compatible; servo bias preamp for 2V and 4V lavaliere microphones
• Input 1 is switchable to AES3 two channel digital.
Input level: • Dynamic mic: 0.5 mV to 50 mV
• Electret mic: Nominal 2 mV to 300 mV
• Line level: 17 mV to 1.7 V Input connector: TA5M 5-pin male
Headphone Output
Connector: 3.5 mm mini jack; TRS Maximum level: -3 dBu (575 mV RMS)
Audio Performance
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz; +0.5/-1.5 dB Dynamic range: 110 dB (A), before limiting Distortion: < 0.035%
Time Code
Connector: 5-pin LEMO Signal voltage: 0.5V p-p to 5V p-p Input impedance: 10 k Ohms Format: SMPTE 12M - 1999 compliant
Battery Power/Life
Battery type: AA Alkaline non-rechargeable (recommended)
Battery life: 20 hours typical at 48kHz sample rate (AA Alkaline)
External Power: Input voltage: 6-17 VDC
Input current: 75 mA max @ 12 VDC (96 kHz recording)
Connector: 2.5mm coaxial connector, center pin positive
Operating Temperature Range Celsius: -20 to 50 Fahrenheit: -4 to 122
Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions: Inches: 3.9 H x 2.38 W x .82D Millimeters: 99.06 H x 60.45 W x 20.83 D
Weight: 5.7 ozs. (162 grams) w/ AA Alkaline batteries (without belt clip)
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Specifications subject to change without notice.
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Service and Repair
If your system malfunctions, you should attempt to correct or isolate the trouble before concluding that the equipment needs repair. Make sure you have followed the setup procedure and operating instructions. Check the interconnecting cables and then go through the Troubleshooting section in this manual.
We strongly recommend that you do not try to repair the equipment yourself and do not have the local repair shop at­tempt anything other than the simplest repair. If the repair is more complicated than a broken wire or loose connection, send the unit to the factory for repair and service. Don’t attempt to adjust any controls inside the units. Once set at the factory, the various controls and trimmers do not drift with age or vibration and never require readjustment. There are no adjustments inside that will make a malfunctioning unit start working.
LECTROSONICS’ Service Department is equipped and staffed to quickly repair your equipment. In warranty repairs are made at no charge in accordance with the terms of the warranty. Out-of-warranty repairs are charged at a modest flat rate plus parts and shipping. Since it takes almost as much time and effort to determine what is wrong as it does to make the repair, there is a charge for an exact quotation. We will be happy to quote approximate charges by phone for out-of-warranty repairs.
Returning Units for Repair
For timely service, please follow the steps below:
A. DO NOT return equipment to the factory for repair without first contacting us by email or by phone. We need
to know the nature of the problem, the model number and the serial number of the equipment. We also need a phone number where you can be reached 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. (U.S. Mountain Standard Time).
B. After receiving your request, we will issue you a return authorization number (R.A.). This number will help speed
your repair through our receiving and repair departments. The return authorization number must be clearly shown on the outside of the shipping container.
C. Pack the equipment carefully and ship to us, shipping costs prepaid. If necessary, we can provide you with the
proper packing materials. UPS is usually the best way to ship the units. Heavy units should be “double-boxed” for safe transport.
D. We also strongly recommend that you insure the equipment, since we cannot be responsible for loss of or dam-
age to equipment that you ship. Of course, we insure the equipment when we ship it back to you.
Lectrosonics USA:
Mailing address: Shipping address: Telephone:
Lectrosonics, Inc. Lectrosonics, Inc. (505) 892-4501 PO Box 15900 581 Laser Rd. (800) 821-1121 Toll-free Rio Rancho, NM 87174 Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 892-6243 Fax USA USA
Web: E-mail: www.lectrosonics.com sales@lectrosonics.com
Lectrosonics Canada:
Mailing Address: Telephone: E-mail:
720 Spadina Avenue, (416) 596-2202 Sales: colinb@lectrosonics.com Suite 600 (877) 753-2876 Toll-free Service: joeb@lectrosonics.com Toronto, Ontario M5S 2T9 (877-7LECTRO) (416) 596-6648 Fax
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LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
The equipment is warranted for one year from date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship provided it was purchased from an authorized dealer. This warranty does not cover equipment which has been abused or damaged by careless handling or shipping. This warranty does not apply to used or demonstrator equipment.
Should any defect develop, Lectrosonics, Inc. will, at our option, repair or replace any defective parts without charge for either parts or labor. If Lectrosonics, Inc. cannot correct the defect in your equipment, it will be replaced at no charge with a similar new item. Lectrosonics, Inc. will pay for the cost of returning your equipment to you.
This warranty applies only to items returned to Lectrosonics, Inc. or an authorized dealer, shipping costs prepaid, within one year from the date of purchase.
This Limited Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of New Mexico. It states the entire liablility of Lectrosonics Inc. and the entire remedy of the purchaser for any breach of warranty as outlined above. NEITHER LECTROSONICS, INC. NOR ANYONE INVOLVED IN THE PRODUCTION OR DELIVERY OF THE EQUIPMENT SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT EVEN IF LECTROSONICS, INC. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE LIABILITY OF LECTROSONICS, INC. EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF ANY DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have additional legal rights which vary from state to state.
581 Laser Road NE • Rio Rancho, NM 87124 USA • www.lectrosonics.com (505) 892-4501 • (800) 821-1121 • fax (505) 892-6243 • sales@lectrosonics.co
28 June 2019
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