RF-Link WAVECOM Sr Owner's Manual
WAVECOMTM Sr. owner’s manual I
To the Users of WAVECOM
TM
Sr.
Important safety precautions
w To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Do not use near a
bath tub, wash bowl, sink, or laundry tub; do not use in a wet basement or in or around a swimming
pool.
w To avoid electrical shock, do not open the case of this product.
w Operate this product using only the power supply included with it or provided as an accessory.
w Do not overload electrical outlets or extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
w Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Warranty Information
RF-Link Systems, Inc., referred to as “RF-Link” hereafter, warrants this product against any defects in
material or workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of original purchase. This Limited
Warranty shall not apply if the product has been damaged due to abuse, misuse, misapplication, accident,
or as a result of service or modifications not approved by RF-Link. Should the product become
defective within the warranty period, RF-Link may choose to replace or repair the product, provided that
it is shipped prepaid to RF-Link.
There are no express warranties other than those described above. No warranties whether expressed or
implied, including but not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, shall extend beyond the time period listed above. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty may last, so the above limitations may not apply to all users. This
warranty gives specific legal rights; users may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Disclaimer
This product is designed for lawful use as a wireless audio and video sender from one location in the
home or office to another location. RF-Link Systems Inc. hereby advises the consumer to consult with
local officials and other legal authorities regarding the proper use and application of this product in
compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. RF-Link Technology Inc. shall not be
responsible for any misuse or unlawful application of this product by any individual or entity under any
circumstances.
WAVECOMTM Sr. owner’s manual II
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCING...........................................................................1
PRODUCT OVERVIEW .............................................................................................1
LIST OF PACKAGED CONTENTS...............................................................................2
CONTROLS AND FEATURES.....................................................................................3
CONTROLS AND FEATURES.....................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2. SETTING UP UNITS...................................................................5
REQUIREMENTS .....................................................................................................5
CONNECTING THE TRANSMITTER............................................................................6
How to transmit audio/video from your VCR.....................................................6
How to transmit audio/video from your cable TV hookup..................................7
How to transmit audio/video from your satellite receiver or laser disc player.....8
How to transmit audio/video from your camcorder...........................................9
How to transmit audio/video from a miniature CCD camera...........................11
How to transmit audio/video from an audio/video (A/V) receiver ....................12
How to transmit audio from your stereo receiver.............................................13
How to transmit audio from your CD player or cassette deck..........................14
How to transmit audio/video from your computer...........................................15
CONNECTING THE RECEIVER................................................................................16
How to receive wireless audio/video on your TV..............................................16
Connecting Receiver to Remote TV through VCR.............................................18
How to receive audio on your remote powered speakers..................................19
How to receive audio on any remote speakers.................................................20
How to receive audio/video from your computer.............................................21
ORIENTING UNITS FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE ...................................................22
Orienting the audio/video antennas................................................................22
Orienting the Remote Control Antennas..........................................................24
CHAPTER 3. TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................25
PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS.................................................................................27
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................27
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................28
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY..............................................................29
OTHER PRODUCTS BY RF-LINK................................................................30
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Chapter 1. Introducing
Product Overview
WAVECOMTM Sr. uses the latest in wireless communication technology to deliver
consistently sharp stereo audio and color video images up to 300 feet (FCC
approved version) and 750 feet (BZT approved version) away. By transmitting
at a very high frequency (2.4 GHz or 2.4 billion cycles per second), the
WAVECOMTM Sr. avoid the crowded 900 MHz band used by many cordless
telephones and other wireless audio/video transmitters. Its superior quality is
due to FM rather than AM signal modulation. In addition, the use of
state-of-the-art circular polarized directional transmitting and receiving antennas
maximizes the signal range and minimizes interference from unwanted signals.
With four independent channels, you can transmit up to four different audio/video
sources simultaneously using multiple pairs.
WAVECOMTM Sr. offer you greater convenience and security in many ways:
Convenience:
w Watch the movie you rent on any TV in your home or backyard without
running messy cable, moving your VCR/laser disc player or buying a second
unit.
w Watch cable or satellite programming on any TV in your home
w Listen to stereo-quality music on any powered speakers inside or outside the
home
w Receive computer images and sound on a remote TV (additional equipment
required)
Safety & Security:
w Monitor your sleeping baby, children at play, the elderly, or the infirm on
your TV using your existing camcorder or miniature CCD camera (available
from RF-Link - see “Accessories” section)
w See outside your door on your TV using a camcorder or miniature CCD camera
w Fire, police, and security personnel can send real-time images of dangerous
situations back to a mobile base station or back-up partner through a miniature
CCD camera (portable battery also available)
w And many more uses!
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List of Packaged Contents
The following elements should be included in the box. Please check that you have
them all before installation.
1. One transmitter (Transmitter)
Transmits 2.4 GHz wireless audio/video and
receives UHF remote control signal from
the receiver.
2. One receiver (Receiver)
Receives 2.4GHz wireless audio/video and
transmits UHF remote control signal back
to the transmitter.
3. Two audio/video (A/V) cables
Connect transmitter and receiver
to your audio/video components.
* For NTSC model, you can find
two RCA to RCA cables in this
box. For PAL model, you can
find two RCA to SCART cables in
4. Two power adapters
Provide +12 VDC power to units
5. Infrared extender mouse
Emits infrared remote control
signals towards your source
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Controls and Features
Transmitter
Front View
Rear View
Remote control antenna
Receives UHF remote
control signals.
Indicator light
The indicator light should
be lit when the On/Off
switch is at On position.
Directional 2.4 GHz
antenna
Transmits and receives
audio and video signals.
Caution: Do not rotate
this antenna 360 degrees
or permanent damage to
both antenna and
mechanical stopper will
occur.
Remote control window
Infrared passes through this
to remotely control
audio/video signal source.
On/Off switch
12V DC OUT
12V power output jack
for approved accessory.
Channel selection switch
Use to find optimal
reception. Must select
same channel on both
transmitter and receiver.
IR mouse jack
Left audio jack (white)
Right audio jack
(red)
Video jack (yellow)
12V DC IN
12V power adapter plug
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Controls and Features
Transmitter
Front View
Rear View
Directional 2.4 GHz
antenna
Transmits and receives
audio and video signals.
Caution: Do not ratate
this antenna 360 degrees
or permanent damage to
both antenna and
mechanical stopper will
occur.
Indicator light
The indicator light
should be lit when the
ON/OFF switch is at
ON position.
Remote control window
Transmits UHF remote
control signals.
Channel selection switch
Use to find optimal
reception. Must select
same channel on both
transmitter and receiver.
ON/OFF switch
Video jack (yellow)
Audio right jack (red)
Audio left jack (white)
5V DC OUT
For external channel 3/4
modulator. (Not included)
12V DC OUT
12V power output jack for
approved accessory.
12V DC IN
12V power adapter plug
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Chapter 2. Setting Up Units
Requirements
Using absolutely no wires, WAVECOMTM Sr. can send audio or video signals
from virtually any sound or picture source to any TV, video monitor or powered
speakers using the same connectors as your other electronics components.
To enjoy wireless video and audio, just connect the transmitter to whatever
picture or sound source you want to view or hear at another location, and then
connect the receiver to the TV, computer, or powered speakers in that other
location. Then turn on the power switch on both the transmitter and receiver and
you are ready to go wireless.
Send from any of the following sources:
Video Audio
w VCR w Compact Disc Player or Changer
w Satellite Receiver w Stereo Receiver
w Cable TV w Cassette Deck
w Laser Disc Player
w Digital Video Disc
w Wireless Cable
w Camcorder
w Security Camera (CCD)
w Computer
The following pages first show you how to connect the WAVECOMTM Sr.
transmitter to any of these source components and then demonstrate how and
where to connect and position the WAVECOMTM Sr. receiver.
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Connecting the Transmitter
How to transmit audio/video from your VCR
Step 1. Make sure the WAVECOMTM Sr. ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
Connect one set of audio/video (A/V) cables to the A/V jacks of the
transmitter and to the A/V jacks on the back of your VCR labeled LINE
OUT. Be sure the yellow, red and white plugs match the yellow, red and
white jacks on both the VCR and the transmitter. If the VCR has only one
output for audio (mono sound only), connect the white plug to that single
audio output and to the transmitter’s AUDIO LEFT jack.
Step 2. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the back of the
WAVECOMTM Sr. transmitter and the other end into any 120-volt wall
outlet. Turn the ON/OFF switch to on position and indicator light should
go on.
Step 3. If your VCR has only one set of A/V output jacks and you want to use it
with a nearby TV, connect coaxial cable from the single OUT port on your
VCR to the VHF/UHF IN port on your TV. (Note: In order to also view
cable transmission on that TV, connect your incoming cable TV source to
the single IN port of the VCR.)
Step 4. Locate and orient the transmitter according to the chapter of this manual
titled “Orienting Units for Optimal Performance.”
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How to transmit audio/video from your cable TV
hookup
To transmit your cable TV channels, you must have either a VCR or a cable converter
box. If you use a VCR, follow the instructions on the previous page for transmitting
from your VCR. To use your cable converter box, follow the instruction below.
Step 1. Make sure the WAVECOMTM Sr. ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
Connect one set of audio/video (A/V) cables to the A/V jacks of the
transmitter and to the A/V jacks on the back of your cable converter box.
Be sure the yellow, red and white plugs match the yellow, red and white
jacks on both the converter box and the transmitter. If the converter box
has only one output for audio (mono sound only), connect one white plug
to that single audio output and the other to transmitter’s AUDIO LEFT
jack.
Step 2. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the back of the
WAVECOMTM Sr. transmitter and the other end into any 120-volt wall
outlet. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON position and indicator light should
go on.
Step 3. To view your cable signal on a nearby TV, connect coaxial cable from the
single OUT port on the cable converter box to the VHF/UHF IN port on
your TV.
Step 4. Locate and orient the transmitter according to the chapter of this manual
titled “Orienting Units for Optimal Performance.”
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How to transmit audio/video from your satellite
receiver or laser disc player
You can transmit audio/video either directly from your satellite receiver or laser disc
player, or by connecting them to your VCR. To transmit directly from your satellite
receiver or laser disc player, follow the instructions below.
Step 1. Make sure the WAVECOMTM Sr. ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
Connect one set of audio/video (A/V) cables to the A/V jacks of the
transmitter and to the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks of the satellite receiver
or laser disc player. Be sure the yellow, red and white plugs match the
yellow, red and white jacks on both the satellite receiver/laser disc player
and the transmitter.
Step 2. Plug one end of the provided power adapter into the back of the
WAVECOMTM Sr. transmitter and the other end into any 120-volt wall
outlet. Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON position and indicator light should
go on.
Step 3. If your satellite receiver or laser disc player has only one set of A/V output
jacks, and you had to disconnect your TV from those jacks to connect
WAVECOMTM Sr., reconnect the TV by connecting coaxial cable from the
single VHF/UHF OUT port on the satellite receiver or laser disc player to
the VHF/UHF IN port on your TV.
Step 4. Locate and orient the transmitter according to the chapter of this manual
titled “Orienting Units for Optimal Performance.”
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