Nady Systems dkw-duo User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

DKW-Duo

Dual Wireless Microphone System

Contents

Introduction .............................................................................................................................2

System Features ..................................................................................................................... 2

Operation ................................................................................................................................. 3

Specifications ..........................................................................................................................5

Service Information ................................................................................................................. 6

Warranty .................................................................................................................................. 7

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Nady DKW-Duo dual wireless microphone system, we know
you will be very pleased with its performance and features. The Nady DKW-Duo is the
perfect entry-level professional wireless, delivering clear, transparent audio for a variety
of singing and speech applications at a breakthrough new low price.

System Features

Receiver

All the advantages and freedom of one •
or two channels of wireless operation
without cumbersome cords

Easy to use—simply plug into your audio •
mixer or amplifier instead of your wired
microphone

Use both channels with single receiver •
and two handheld microphone
transmitters for simultaneous dual
operation

Excellent high fidelity audio—perfect •
for public speaking, karaoke/recreational
singers, DJ’s, and many other applications

150+ feet typical operating range— •
up to 300+ feet line-of-sight

High-band VHF (170-216 MHz) operation •
for interference-free performance

Advanced audio processing circuitry for •
a wide dynamic range (no overloading
for loud inputs or background hiss during
quiet use)

Complete controls and connections •
for professional operation include front
panel power On/Off switch, CH 1 and
CH 2 output volume controls, Power On

LED, CH 1 and CH 2 transmitter on LED
indicators

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Back panel •
DC power input jack for supplied AC/DC
adaptor

Dual retractable CH 1 and CH 2 antennas •

Special added circuitry eliminates •
transmitter On/Off “pop” noise

/4” audio output jack and

Handheld Microphone Transmitters

Each transmitter operates on a separate •
single frequency in the VHF 170-216MHz
band and can be used singly or together
simultaneously with the DKW-Duo dual
receiver

Easy, convenient operation with On/Off •
switch and low battery LED indicator
which flashes once for unit “On”, and
lights steady for low battery alert

Features the Nady DM-20 unidirectional •
dynamic cartridge for optimum true sound,
maximum feedback rejection and minimal
handling noise

Each transmitter operates up to 15 hours •
on a single 9V alkaline battery

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Operation

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Receiver

1. Plug the AC/DC adapter (provided) into
the 9VDC INPUT JACK (3) on the back of the
receiver. Then plug the power supply into
an AC outlet. Switch the POWER (1) to the
“On” position. The POWER ON LED (2) will
now light and the receiver is operational.

2. Rotate and extend ANTENNAS (4) fully,
angled at 60° position as shown.

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/4” AUDIO OUTPUT JACK (5) provides

3. The
a fixed, unbalanced MIC level audio output
for connection to your mixer with the

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/4” cord supplied. As when making any

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connection, make sure the mixing board’s
volume is at the minimum level before
plugging in the receiver to avoid possible
sound system damage.

Note: this output is the sum of the signals received
by both the internal receivers (CH 1 + CH 2).
Use the CH 1 & CH 2 VOLUME CONTROLS (6)
to adjust the individual relative channel volumes.

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