Line 6 X2 XDR952, X2 XDR953, X2 XDR954, X2 XDR955, X2 XDR957 User's Guide

Digital UHF Wireless System
Model XDR-95x

Users Guide

Includes easy setup instructions for single and multi-system operation

24-bit Digital Conversion
No Companders
Frequency Diversity (anti-jam) Technology

Extended Operating Range
Reliable, Wired Sound and Performance
Multi-channel Operation

X2 Digital Wireless Systems

4630 Beloit Drive, Suite 20

Sacramento CA 95838 U.S.A.

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Web Site

www.x2digitalwireless.com

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

About the XDR95x Digital Wireless System 1

System Components 1
Receiver Controls & Front Panel 2
Receiver Connections 3

Antenna A & B Input Connector (BNC) 3
Instrument Output Jack 3

Antenna Installation 4

How to Connect the Supplied Antenna 4
Preparing Rack Ears for Installation 4
Rack Ear Installation 4
Front-mount Antenna Installation 5

Handheld Transmitter Controls 6
Handheld LCD Interface 7

Operation - Edit Channel 7
Operation - Edit Transmitter Power 7
Operation - Set Lock Function 7
Operation - Assigning the Transmitter a Name 7
Operation - Selecting Mute Mode 7

Preparing the Handheld Transmitter for Use 8

Battery Installation 8

Bodypack Transmitter Controls 9

Changing Transmitter Operating Mode 10

Transmitter Connectors 11

Instrument Input 11
Microphone Input 11

Preparing the Transmitter for Use 12

Battery Installation 12
Battery Life 12

Transmitter Mounting Options 13

Attaching the Beltpack to Clothing 13

Troubleshooting 14
Optimizing Performance 15

RF Interference 15
Increasing Range 15
Multi-channel Operation 15

Warranty Information 16

X2 Warranty Policy 16
RF Exposure Statement 16

Service Information 17
Specifications 18
Q-DiversityPLUS™ Frequency Diversity Technology 19
Additional Information 20

Architect’s and Engineer’s Specifications 20

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Introduction

Created specifically for performing vocalists and musicians who demand to be untethered without compromis­ing their sound, the XDR95x 24-bit digital wireless system delivers your exact performance with the sound
and feel of a direct wire connection all with extended range and added protection from outside RF interference.

X2’s proprietary digital technology provides superior fidelity while the XDR-95x’s rack-mount receiver houses a micro-processor
that selects the digital data stream from among the four internal receivers to eliminate dropouts and interference including DTV
and other digital signal sources. You’ll enjoy the sound and performance of a direct wire connection free from compander ICs ­and the associated ’pumping’ and ’breathing’ - that squash your tone, as well as other problems associated with analog wireless
technology.

Operating the system is unlike any wireless you’ve tried before. Simply grab the microphone or connect the transmitter to the source via
the 1/8" threaded-collar locking connector, then connect the rackmount receiver to your amplifier or mixer. Finally, power up making
sure the transmitter and receiver are set to the same channel. That’s it. You’re ready to go! The XDR-95x is free of the typical setup
complications of other systems meaning you’re up and running in the time it would take to connect a cable. For greater operating range,
attach the included 1/2 wave antenna to the BNC connectors on the back panel of the receiver. And for even greater flexibility, the sys­tem ships complete with a front-mount antenna kit that allows you to bring the BNC connectors and antenna out to the front of the re­ceiver unit.

About the XDR95x Digital Wireless System

All of this sound and performance is provided to you with an incredible feature set including:

24-bit digital converters deliver your exact performance without the use of companders

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>118 dB dynamic range to capture your most expressive performances

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2009 Compliant means no FCC or DTV concerns

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Q-DiversityPLUS™ dual-frequency transmission eliminates dropouts, multipathing and interference

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Five user-selectable channels (all five are fully compatible for simultaneous use)

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Full bandwidth frequency response 10 Hz - 20 kHz

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Balanced XLR and unbalanced 1/4” TRS outputs

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No menus to scroll through!

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Real-time LEDs display critical performance indicators including: operating channel, RF status, link status, audio level, diversity mode

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and transmitter battery life

With the XDR95x Digital UHF Wireless System you’ll have the freedom and sound to deliver your most expressive performance
every time without any hassles or complicated setup procedures.

Thank you for choosing X2!

We have designed this product to give you reliable operation for many years to come. Over 10 years of accumulated expertise in the
design and manufacture of high-quality digital wireless systems have made X2 the leading company in this field. To familiarize you with
your new digital wireless system, we suggest that you read through this entire operation manual.

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System Components

• (1) XDR4 Digital UHF receiver

• (1) XAC4 (9V DC 500mA power supply for XDR4)

• (2) 1/2 wave antenna

• (1) rackmounting kit (includes rack ears and the necessary mounting hardware (see installation instructions on page 5)

• (1) front-mount antenna kit (includes necessary hardware - see front-mount antenna installation instructions on page 5)

Handheld Systems Include:

(1) XDH4 digital handheld transmitter

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(1) Microphone capsule

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(1) Microphone stand clip

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(2) AA alkaline batteries

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Bodypack Systems Include:

(1) XDT4 digital bodypack transmitter

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(1) 9V alkaline Battery

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1/4” to 1/8” locking connector instrument cable

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- or lavaliere microphone

- or headset microphone

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Receiver Controls & Front Panel

FIGURE 1

Power Button

Press once to turn the unit on. To power the unit off, press and hold until the “X2” logo begins to cycle letting you know that the
unit will now turn off.

Channel Up & Down Buttons

Press the UP button to select the next channel. Press the DOWN button to select the previous channel. Button sequence does
not wrap around. For example, once CH5 is selected you must press the DOWN button four times to reach CH1.

Channel LEDs

A blue LED will light indicating the currently selected channel of operation.

RF LED

A red LED will light indicating that an RF signal is present on the currently selected channel.

Mode LED

A green LED will light indicating XDR mode (factory) and ensures that your system is operating at full bandwidth and providing
Q-DiversityPLUS interference protection. A red LED will light indicating that the receiver is currently operating in XDS mode
allowing operation with original XDT1 transmitters from the XDS95 ‘stomp-box’ system. NOTE: While in this mode, the frequency
response will be that of the XDS95 ‘stomp-box’ system (10 Hz - 12 kHz). NOTE: Battery telemetry will be disabled when using
XDT1 transmitters.

Changing Modes

To change the operating mode: power the unit off, press and hold the Channel DOWN button and power up. The unit
will remain in the newly chosen and displayed mode until you repeat this process.

Receiver LEDs

A green LED will light indicating that the unit is receiving data on one of four internal receivers. The unit houses four separate
internal receivers, two of which include internal antenna meaning that the system will operate even without external antenna
attached. NOTE: Range may be adversely affected without attaching the supplied 1/2 wave antenna. RX 1 and 4 represent the
lower frequency while RX 2 and 3 represent the upper frequency. Please see Q-DiversityPLUS description on page 16.

Audio LEDs

Blue LEDs will light indicating the audio signal level. There is no need for a CLIP indicator as the system has greater than 118
dB dynamic range and can accommodate input/output signals up to ~6V peak-to-peak.

Battery LEDs

Green LEDs will light indicating remaining battery life in the transmitter. Each tall bar represents one-hour segments. Each
short bar represents 20 minute segments. The first three LEDs will glow red once the transmitter battery life falls below one
hour. NOTE: Battery telemetry is only available with XDT4 transmitters

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Receiver Connections

FIGURE 2

Antenna A & B Input Connector (BNC)

Diversity antenna inputs A and B. For correct operation connect the supplied detachable antenna by pressing on the BNC connector
and twisting clockwise for ~1/2 turn. NOTE: Antenna inputs ARE NOT DC biased.

Cable Grip

Thread the power supply cable into the CABLE GRIP to secure the connection as shown in figure 3.

FIGURE 3

DC Power Input

DC socket for connection of power supply, 9V DC 500 mA (supplied).

Instrument Output Jack

This 1/4” unbalanced TRS output jack (1.8 kΩ) is voiced at the tip for instrument applications (gentle high-frequency role off at 8 kHz
approximates sound of a 15’ cable), and full bandwidth (10 Hz to 20 kHz) on the ring. Great for ‘tuner’ out or dual amp setups.

Balanced Low Z

Balanced XLR, 600Ω, full-bandwidth output (10 Hz to 20 kHz).

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Antenna Installation

How to Connect the Supplied Antenna

Connect the supplied detachable antennas to the Antenna A and B inputs located on the back panel of the receiver and twist clockwise
for ~1/2 turn as shown in figure 4.

NOTE: Antenna inputs ARE NOT DC biased

FIGURE 4

Preparing Rack Ears for Installation

Connect the supplied BNC connector to each rack ear prior to installing the rack ears to the chassis. Make
certain that the nut goes on the back side of the rack ear as shown in figure 5.

FIGURE 5

Rack Ear Installation

Only mount rack ears onto the chassis with supplied 1/4” hex screw and washers making certain to place a
washer on each side of the rack ear as shown in figure 6.

FIGURE 6

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Front-mount Antenna Installation

Connect the supplied BNC patch cables to the Antenna A and B inputs located on the back panel of the receiver and
twist clockwise for ~1/2 turn then connect the other end to the BNC connector located on the back side of each rack ear
and twist cloclwise for ~1/2 turn. Finally, connect the 1/2 wave antenna by pressing on the BNC connector on the front
side of the rack ear and twisting clockwise for ~1/2 turn as shown in figure 7.

NOTE: Antenna inputs ARE NOT DC biased

FIGURE 7

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