Thank you for choosing the Nady 2W-1KU wireless system, and congratulations on your
choice. The Nady 2W-1KU wireless system has the best performance and price value in
professional UHF wireless, offering clear-channel, frequency-agile operation on the UHF
band for interference-free performance in any application or locale. The Nady 2W-1KU
wireless system has two independent UHF receivers each delivering 1000 user-selectable
channels with AUTO-SCAN for easily locating clear channels, frequency synthesized
in pre-programmed 00-09 groups and 00-99 channels in the (U.S.) Band 1: 672.000-
696.975MHz, (Int.) Band 2: 795.000-819.975MHz ranges. The Nady 2W-1KU wireless
system features proprietary companding and low-noise circuitry for an industry-best
120dB dynamic range, and the clearest, most natural sound available in wireless today.
Using This Manual
This booklet provides instructions for the operation of the 2W-1KU and includes a
description of features, a quick user controls guide, a step-by-step guide to operations
for each unit, system specifications, a troubleshooting guide, miscellaneous tips,
and servicing information. Please refer to the Nady 2W-1KU frequency guide for the
frequency band(s) and channels utilized by your system.
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System Features
2W-1KU Receiver
Unsurpassed state-of-the-art PLL UHF •
performance with 120dB dynamic range
and operation up to 500 feet line-of sight
Two complete and independent wireless •
receivers with 1000 user-selectable UHF
frequencies for simultaneous operation
of two transmitters
True Diversity circuitry with two complete •
front ends per receiver for maximizing
range and most effective elimination of
signal dropouts
AUTO-SCAN for easily locating clear •
channels and ASC
IR download feature which sends selected
Group/Channel information to transmitter
via IR sender for easy frequency
synchronization
Sophisticated IF filtering for simultaneous •
operation of multiple systems in the
same location
Front panel touch control buttons and •
user-friendly LCD configuration menus
Front panel backlit LCD display indicates •
selected Group, Channel, RF signal
strength meter; A/B Diversity antenna
status; Audio Output Volume level;
Separate audio/peak LED bar graph display
providing instantaneous audio level status
easily seen from a distance
Back panel Balanced XLR Mic level and •
Unbalanced ¼” SUM Line level audio
output jacks, squelch control, RF BNC
connectors for dual removable ½ wave
antennas, and DC power input jack supply
Externally powered (adapter included)•
Rugged all-metal housing— 1U rack •
mountable with supplied rack ears
(front antenna mount kit optional)
Works with any two combinations of •
available instrument, handheld and
lavalier UHF transmitters
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(Auto-Sync Channel)
HT-1KU Handheld and
BT-1KU Bodypack Transmitters
Choice of transmitters: HT-1KU or BT-1KU, •
all with 1000 easily selectable channels:
manually with up/down buttons on units or
via IR Sync download of selected channel
for easy synchronization with receiver
HT-1KU Handheld transmitter features a •
sleek, durable all-metal housing; power
Off/On switch; internal antenna system;
and superior neodymium cartridge for
clear, powerful audio, maximum feedback
rejection, and minimal handling noise
BT-1KU bodypack transmitter (choice of •
three versions: LT, LT/HM, or GT) features
road worthy all-metal case; power Off/
Mute/On switch; flexible external antenna
rod; and mini locking connector for lapel
(LT), Headmic
(GT) applications
HT-1KU and BT-1KU transmitters feature •
LCD displays indicating selected Group,
Channel, Audio Input Levels, and Battery
level status; transmitting High/Low RF
power switch for optimizing distance
operation depending on application;
and operation with two AA batteries
(alkaline or rechargeable NiMH) for
longest reliable, economical battery life
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(LT/HM), or instrument
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Quick User Controls Guide
RECEIVER 1
3443 6
12
13
GROUP CHANNEL VOL
891011
GROUP CHANNEL VOLGROUP CHANNEL VOL
2W-1KU DUAL
Tr ue Diversity
RECEIVER 2
7
115
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2W-1KU Receiver: Front View
1. IR Infrared LED transmitter window for linking
the RX to the TX for frequency download
2. AUTO-SCAN / ASC (IR SYNC) BUTTON Long press
(hold ~2 seconds) for AUTO-SCAN to locate a
clear channel to use. Short press (~1 second)
to make the IR link download the receiver’s
selected frequency to the TX. To download,
position the HT-1KU/BT-1KU transmitters’
IR Window (36/45) about 6-12” away from the
RX IR Window (1). Press the ASC Button (2) once
and wait one second for the RX to respond.
If the download is successful, the RX will
show one of the Diversity Antenna Icons (8/13)
and full RF LCD Bars (12) on the LCD Display (7).
3. SET BUTTON To scroll through the LCD menu
and set the selected program/function
4.
UP BUTTON To change the receiver
LINE output VOL level, GRP/CH up by
one step at a time
DOWN BUTTON To change the receiver
LINE output VOL level, GRP/CH down by
one step at a time
5. AF/PEAK LEDS Shows GREEN LEDs for normal
audio and PEAK RED LED for maximum audio
level allowable
6. POWER BUTTON Press for one second to turn
both receivers ON-OFF
7. LCD DISPLAYS For indication of A-B Diversity,
GRP (00-09)/CH (00-99), RF signal strength
indicator 1-6 bars, and Volume Levels (0-63)
level for each receiver—turn CW for maximum
range; turn CCW for minimum range, if
needed, to minimize noises from outside
RF interference upon muting
17. BALANCED MIC OUT Audio output connection
for each receiver—fixed mic level, not
adjustable
18. UNBALANCED AUDIO OUT SUM Volume Level
audio output for both receivers—adjustable
LINE level
19. DC POWER SUPPLY UNIT DC16VDC/800mA
connects to DC Input Jack (14)
20. ANTENNAS ½ wave antennas connect to
A/B antenna jacks
21. RACK EARS Attached to both sides of receiver
and the equipment racks with screws
22. ANTENNA EXTENSION CABLES (Optional)
Attach coax cables with BNC connectors from
back antenna jacks to rack ear holes for front
antenna mounting configuration
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Quick User Controls Guide
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36
37
38
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IR
H
L
RF
24
27
30
26
28
29
HT-1KU Handheld Transmitter
24. BATTERY COVER Unscrew to insert two
AA alkaline batteries
25. MIC BALL Windscreen/dust cover
26. LCD DISPLAY For indication of GRP (00-09)/CH
(00-99), INPUT AUDIO LEVEL, and BATTERY
status (1 bar=empty). See 27/28/29/30 in
diagram above for LCD display indicators detail