Nady Systems SW-1KU User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

8W-1KU

1000-Channel UHF Dual Receiver

Wireless System

Contents

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

Using this Manual .................................................................................................................... 2

System Features ..................................................................................................................... 3

Quick User Controls Guide ...................................................................................................... 4

System Operation ................................................................................................................... 8

8W-1KU Receiver ................................................................................................................ 8

HT-1KU Handheld Microphone Transmitter ........................................................................12

BT-1KU Bodypack Transmitter ............................................................................................14

Speciﬁcations .........................................................................................................................17

Cautions and Troubleshooting ................................................................................................19

Miscellaneous Tips .................................................................................................................20

Frequency ...............................................................................................................................22

Accessories ............................................................................................................................22

Service Information ................................................................................................................22

Warranty .................................................................................................................................23

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Nady 8W-1KU wireless system, and congratulations on your choice. The Nady 8W-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 8W-1KU wireless system has eight independent UHF receivers, each delivering 1000 user-selectable channels with auto-scan for easy ﬁnding of clear channels, frequency synthesized in preprogrammed 00-09 groups and 00-99 channels in the (U.S.) Band 1: 672.000-696.975MHz, to (Int.) Band 2: 795.000-819.975MHz ranges. The Nady 8W-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 8W-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 8W-1KU frequency guide for the frequency band(s) and channels utilized by your system.

System Features

8W-1KU System

•Unsurpassed state-of-the-art PLL UHF performance with 120dB dynamic range and operation up to500 ft. line-of-sight

•1000 user-selectable UHF frequencies per band

8W-1KU Octo Receiver

•Unsurpassed state-of-the-art PLL UHF performance with 120dB dynamic range and operation up to 500 ft. line-of sight

•Eight complete, independent wireless receivers with 1000 user-selectable UHF frequencies

•Works with any combination of available instrument, handheld and/or lavalier UHF transmitters

•True Diversity circuitry with two complete front ends per receiver for maximizing range and most effective elimination of signal dropouts

•Autoscan to easily locate clear channels and ASC™ (Auto-Sync Channel) IR download to send selected Group/Channel information to transmitter via IR sender for convenient frequency synchronization

•Sophisticated IF ﬁltering for simultaneous operation of multiple systems in the same location

•Front panel touch control buttons and userfriendly LCD conﬁguration menus

•Front panel backlit LCD display indicates selected Group, Channel, RF signal strength meter and Audio Output Volume level

•Separate A/B Diversity antenna selection and audio peak LED displays provide instantaneous antenna and audio level status, which can easily be 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 for all receivers, and DC power supply input jack

•Externally powered (adapter included)

•Rugged all-metal housing—rack mountable

HT-1KU Handheld Microphone Transmitter

•Internal antenna system

•Superior Nady DM-10D neodymium

microphonefor clear sound, powerful audio, maximumfeedback rejection, and minimal handling noise

•Backlit LCD display indicate Group, Channel,Volume, and Battery levels

•Power On/Off switch; transmitting High/ LowRF power switch to optimize distance operation depending on application

•Uses two AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMHbatteries for reliable, economical battery life

•Sleek, durable all-metal housing

BT-1KU Bodypack Transmitter

•Input Audio Level adjustment selectable byUp/Down buttons

•Mini locking connector for choice of lavalier (LT),headworn mic (HM), or instrument (GT) operation (with internal factory preset LT/HM/GT input mode)

•LCD display indicates selected Group, Channel, and Input Volume levels, allowing optimal audio gain adjustment; Battery level status; TransmittingHigh/Low RF power switch to optimize distance operation depending on application

•Power On/Off switch

•Flexible external antenna rod

•Uses two AA alkaline or rechargeable

NiMHbatteries for reliable, economical battery life

•Sleek, durable all-metal housing

Quick User Controls Guide

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8W-1KU Receiver: Front View

1. POWER BUTTON Press for two seconds to turn

receivers ON-OFF

2. DIVERSITY A/B INDICATOR Indicates receiver A

or B is active when transmitter is on

3. AF PEAK LED Shows ﬂickering GREEN LED is

normal or solid GREEN LED is for maximum audio allowable

4. IR Infrared LED transmitter window for linking

the RX to the TX for download frequency

5. 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 IR link and download the receiver’s selected frequency to the TX. To download, positioning the HT-1KU/BT-1KU transmitters’

IR Window (34/43) by 6-12” away from the RX IR LED (4). Press the ASC Button (5) once and

wait one second for the RX to respond. If the download is successful, the RX will show one of the Diversity A/B Antenna LED (2) and full RF

LCD Bars (12) on the LCD Display (8)

6. SET To scroll through the LCD menu and set

the selected program/function

7. UP BUTTON To change the receiver output VOL

level, GRP/CH, up by one step at a time

DOWN BUTTON To change the receiver output

VOL level, GRP/CH down by one step at a time

8. LCD DISPLAY For indication of GRP (00-09)/CH

(00-99), RF signal strength indicator 1-6 bars, and Volume Levels (0-63)

9. FREQUENCY GROUP Indicates selected GROUP

from 00-09

10. FREQUENCY CHANNEL Indicates selected

CHANNEL from 00-99

11. SUM VOLUME LEVEL Indicates selected LINE

output level from 00-63, (63 is loudest output)

12. RF SIGNAL METER Indicates received signal

strength levels from 1-6 bars, (6 bars show excellent incoming RF signal)

Quick User Controls Guide

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8W-1KU Receiver: Rear View

13. RACK EARS Left and Right rack ears are built

into the unit

13a. FAM-K2 ANTENNA EXTENSION CABLES (Optional)

Attach coax cables with BNC connectors from back antenna jack to rack ear holes for front antenna mounting conﬁguration

14. RF CONNECTORS Antenna jack A for RF True

Diversity reception

15. BALANCED MIC OUT Audio output connection

for each receiver—ﬁxed Mic level

16. MUTE (SQUELCH) CONTROLS Control the mute

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. UNBALANCED AUDIO OUT SUM Volume Level

audio output for eight receivers—adjustable LINE level

18. DC INPUT JACK For using external DC adapter

to power the receivers

19. RF CONNECTORS Antenna jack B for RF True

Diversity reception

20. DC POWER SUPPLY UNIT DC Adaptor connects

to DC Input Jack (18)

21. ANTENNAS ½ wave antennas connect to A/B

Antenna Jacks (14, 19)

Quick User Controls Guide

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HT-1KU Handheld Transmitter

22. BATTERY COVER Unscrew CW and pull down to

insert two AA alkaline batteries

23. MIC BALL Windscreen/dust cover

24. LCD DISPLAY For indication of GRP (00-09)/ CH

(00-99), AUDIO INPUT LEVEL (0dB to -30dB), and BATTERY status (5 bars and “BATT.”)

See 30/31/32/33 in HT-1KU transmitter diagram

above for detail LCD display indicators.

25. UP BUTTON To change the GRP/CH or VOL

level up by one step at a time or to light up the display

DOWN BUTTON To change the GRP/CH or VOL

level down by one step at a time or to light up the display

26. SET To scroll through the LCD menu and set

the selected program/function

27. RF POWER SWITCH Select the TX power output

level high or low

28. POWER ON/OFF SWITCH Slide power switch up/

down to turn ON-OFF

29. INTERNAL ANTENNA Built-in antenna

30. FREQUENCY GROUP Indicates selected GROUP

from 00-09

31. FREQUENCY CHANNEL Indicates selected

CHANNEL from 00-99

32. INPUT VOLUME LEVEL Indicates input audio level

ranging from 00dB to -30dB

33. BATTERY METER Indicates battery status (5

bars=100%, 1 bar=20%). Change batteries when ﬂashing “BATT”)

34. IR RECEPTOR SENSOR/WINDOW Infrared LED

sensor for IR frequency download from RX

35. BATTERY COMPARTMENT

36. TWO AA ALKALINE BATTERIES

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Quick User Controls Guide

BT-1KU Bodypack Transmitter (LT, LT/HM or GT)

37. INPUT JACK 3.5mm locking mini jack for

connecting audio input cord from lapel mic (LT), Headmic™ (LT/HM), or instrument (GT)

38. POWER OFF/MUTE/ON SWITCH Slide power

switch to ON or OFF to turn ON-OFF, set to MUTE to turn power on with audio muted

39. ANTENNA Permanently attached antenna

40. LCD DISPLAY For indication of GRP (00-09)/CH

(00-99), AUDIO INPUT LEVEL (0dB to -30dB), and BATTERY status (5 bars and “BATT.”)

See 30/31/32/33 in HT-1KU transmitter diagram

above for detail LCD display indicators.

41. UP BUTTON To change the GRP/CH or VOL

level up by one step at a time or to light up the display

DOWN BUTTON To change the GRP/CH or VOL

level down by one step at a time or to light up the display

42. SET BUTTON To scroll LCD menu and set the

selected program/function

43. IR RECEPTOR SENSOR Infrared LED sensor for

linking the TX to the RX during IR frequency download

44. RF POWER HI/LOW SWITCH Select the TX power

output level high or low

45. BATTERY COMPARTMENT

46. LATCHING BATTERY COMPARTMENT DOOR

47. TWO AA ALKALINE BATTERIES

48. BELT CLIP (on back of unit)—removable clip can

be set for top of transmitter pointing either up or down

System Operation

8W-1KU Receiver

Installing Antennas

Install antennas on back by connecting the two Antennas (21) included with your system onto the two RF Connectors (14/19) located on the back of the 8W-1KU receivers. The two antennas must be installed in order for the diversity circuit to work properly. The optimal positions of the antennas are 45° from the receiver and 90° from each other. For maximum range, it is always best to maintain a line-of-sight (no obstructions) between the receiver antennas and the transmitter at all times whenever possible.

For front antenna installation, ﬁrst install optional FAMK-2 Antenna Extension Cables (13a), insert one end of each BNC cables into a rack ear hole and secure using the removable nuts. Lock other end of the BNC cables to an RF Connector (14/19) on the back of the unit. Then connect the two antennas to the front of the receiver.

Rack-mounting the Receiver

The Nady 8W-1KU receiver wireless system has built-In Rack Ears (13). Simply attach the rackears with supplied screws on both sides and install the receiver onto the rack.

Note:

Do not mount the receiver on a rack directly above an ampliﬁer or other source of high heat. This could degrade the performance of the 8W-1KU. Always ensure adequate airﬂow and heat dissipation in any rack conﬁguration.

Powering the Receiver

To power the receivers, plug the provided AC/ DC Power Supply (20) adapter into the DC Input Jack (18) on the back of the receivers, then plug the adapter into an AC outlet.

Note:

Any regulated +12VDC source with minimum 2500mA capacity can also be used.

Once the receiver is connected to the power source, press the Power Button (1) for two seconds. The LCD Displays (8) will light (showing Group, Channel, RF Level Meter, and Output Volume). The Diversity A/B (2) and the AF PEAK LED (3) are off at this time and will display when the transmitter is on and the audio is transmitted. To turn off, press the Power button for two seconds. The LCD will display “OFF” then the backlight will turn off indicating the receivers are off.

Connect either the ¼” Unbalanced Audio Out (17) or each XLR Balanced Mic Outs (15) to your mixing board, effect, or ampliﬁer inputs (See Connecting the Audio Outputs section).

Button Function on the Receiver

The Power Button (1) is used to turn ON or OFF all receivers at the same time. When this power button is pressed for two seconds, the blue backlights on the LCD Displays (8) will light up indicating the receivers are on. Press the Power button again for two seconds to turn off the receivers. The backlight on the LCD will display “OFF” indicating the receivers are off. At power-off the 8W-1KU receivers will store the last settings entered and re-display them at power-on. It can be reprogrammed to any new Group/Channel, or Volume level. The default factory setting is Group 01 (Receiver 1) and 02 (Receiver 2), 03 (Receiver

3) and 04 (Receiver 4), Group 05 (Receiver 5) and 06 (Receiver 6), 07 (Receiver 7) and 08 (Receiver 8), Channel 00 and Volume 63 for all receivers.

The (Up) or (Down) Buttons (7) while in the Set mode, or can be used to change Volume Level (11) at anytime.

When the the LCD Display (8) menus will cycle in the following order:

MAIN MENU VOLUME

Set Button (6)

MAIN MENU

is repeatedly pressed

GROUP > CHANNEL >

are active

(repeats)

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