SABINE SW65, SW60 Users Manual

SMART SPECTRUM

WI R ELESS MI CROPHONES

®

Operating Guide

SWM6000 915 MHz Systems

SWM7000 2.4 GHz Systems

WI R E L E S S SYSTEM S

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Declaration of Conformity

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Declaration of Conformity

EC - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

CE Marking

We, the Manufacturer

SABINE, INC.

13301 NW US HIGHWAY 441

ALACHUA, FLORIDA USA

declare that the product

RECEIVER

SABINE MODEL SWM7000

Is in conformity with

Council Directive: 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC (EMC Directives)

Standards to which conformity is declared:

EN 60065: 2001

EN 55022: 1998 Class B

EN 50082-1: 1998

Manufacturer Signature: __________________________

Date: __________ Name: __________________________

Doran Oster, President28 April, 2003

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Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION 5

1.1. Section Contents 5

2. PRODUCT vIEWS 6

2.1. Receivers 6

2.1.1. Front panel views 6

2.1.2. Back panel Views 6

2.2. Transmitters 7

2.2.1. Handheld 7

2.2.2. Beltpack 7

2.3. Components 7

3. QUICk SETUPS 8

3.1. Receiver & Transmitter Quick Setup 8

3.2. FBx Quick Setup 8

3.3. Tips for Good RF Performance 12

3.4. Common Sources of RF Interference 12

4. TRANSMITTER OPERATION 14

4.1. First step

4.2. Displays and Settings

4.2.1. LCD Display

4.2.2. Accessing Transmitter Controls 15

4.2.3. Adjusting Transmitter Settings 16

4.2.4. Transmitter Battery Management 17

5. RECEIvER OPERATION 20

5.1. LCD Display. 20

5.2. Parameter Control & LCD Display 22

5.2.1. One set of Controls for 1 or 2 Channels 22

5.2.2. Channel Select / Contrast Button. 22

5.2.3. Special LCD Display Messages. 23

5.3. RF Channel Select 23

5.4. Output Level 23

5.5. Channel Mixing 23

5.5.1. How to toggle channel mixing mode 23

5.5.2. Controlling the reciever in channel mixing mode 24

5.6. Guitar Cord Simulating 24

5.7. Receiver Antenna Placement 24

5.7.1. Multi-path Interference 24

5.7.2. Receiver & Antenna Placement Tips 24

6. MIC SUPERMODELING™ 26

6.1. Introduction 26

6.2. Emulation Choices 26

6.3. Mic Modeling Front Panel Control 26

6.4. Future Microphone Modeling Choices 27

6.4.1. Mic Model Upgrade Instructions 27

7. FBx FEEDBACk ExTERMINATOR® 28

7.1. FBx Introduction 28

7.1.1. FBX Fixed Filters 28

7.1.2. FBX Dynamic Filters 28

7.1.3. Balancing Fixed & Dynamic Filters 28

7.1.4. FBX Filter Width 28

7.2. FBx Set Up 28

7.2. FBx Bypass Button 29

8. COMPRESSOR/LIMITER OPERATION 30

8.1. Basics of Compression 30

8.2. Using the Compressor 30

8.3. Suggested Compression Settings 31

8.3.1. Vocal Settings 31

8.3.2. Guitar Settings 31

This operating guide written for receivers using Sabine SWM Remote Control
Software version 2.0 and above.

9. DE-ESSER 33

9.1. De-mystifying De-essers 33

9.2. The Sabine De-esser 33

9.3. Using the De-esser 33

10. PROGRAM SAvE & RECALL 34

10.1. Saving a Preset 34

10.2. Loading a Preset 34

10.3. Naming a Preset 34

10.4. Power Off Memory 34

11. MULTIPLE SYSTEMS OPERATION 35

11.1. Overview 35

11.1.1. Multiple System Interference 35

11.1.2. Setup Complexity 35

11.2. Antenna Distribution Amplier 36

11.3. Antenna Distribution Amplier Connection 36

12. ExTENSION ANTENNAS 38
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12.1. Overview 38

12.2. Antenna Cabling & Cable Loss 38

13. REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION 40

13.1. Overview 40

13.1.1. Single vs. Multiple Receiver Control 40

13.1.2 Features & Controls Added Software 40

13.1.3. Software Multiple Unit Control 42

13.2. Software Installation 42

13.2.1. Requirements & Recommendations 42

13.2.2. Connections 42

13.2.3. Installing the Software 43

13.3. Launching the software 43

13.3.1. Off-Line Edit/Demo 43

13.3.2. Connecting Receivers. 43

13.4. Remote Control Operation 44

13.4.1. Two Views, Two Sets of Controls 44

13.4.2. Menus, Icons & Hot Keys 44

14. TIPS & TROUBLESHOOTING 48

14.1. Tips for Maximum Performance 48

14.2. Troubleshooting 48

14.3. Common Sources of RF Interference 49

14.3.1 RF Sources 49

15. FBx THEORY & PRACTICE 51

15.1. Introduction to FBx® 51

15.2. The Advantages of FBx Filters 51

15.3. Parametric Filters and FBx 52

15.3.1. The FBX & True Mobility® Advantage 53

14.3.2. FBX Fixed & Dynamic Filters 53

14.3.3. FBX Filter Width 54

14.3.4. Who Benefits from FBX? 54

15. APPENDICES 55

Appendix A: Beltpack Connector Wiring Diagrams 55
Appendix B: Antenna System Diagrams 55

Appendix C: Specications 56

Appendix D: Dip Switch Settings 58
Appendix E: Frequency Chart 59
Appendix F: Battery Endurance Tests (Typical) 60
Appendix G: Changing Audix Mic Capsules (SW70-H) 60

16. CAUTIONS & WARRANTY 61

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Introduction

1. INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on purchasing a Sabine 2.4 GHz Smart Spectrum True Mobility™ Wireless System. True Mobility™ Wireless
Systems give you all the built-in processing you need on every microphone, and offer unique and powerful features unavail­able with any other wireless microphone

1.1. Section Contents

Section 2 Product Views — illustrates system components (front & back panel views, transmitters, accessory lists and

part numbers).

Section 3

Section 4 Transmitter Operation — details transmitter setup and operation.

Section 5
Section 6 Mic SuperModeling™ — explains the use of the Sabine Mic SuperModeling™ and lists the microphones

Section 7 FBX Feedback Exterminator® — explains how to set up your FBX filters.
Section 8 Compressor/Limiter — explains the use of the Compressor.
Section 9 De-Esser — details operation of the adaptive De-Esser.
Section 10 Program Save & Recall — explains how to save and recall individual program settings.
Section 11 Multiple Systems — how multiple systems interface, computer control of multiple systems, suggestions for

Section 12 Extension Antennas — how to get maximum performance using a Sabine Extension Antennas (Antenna

Section 13 Sabine Remote Control Software — how to control up to 70 channels from one PC.
Section 14 Tips & Troubleshooting — gives tips on how to get the best performance from your Sabine Wireless, and

Section 15 Appendices — wiring diagrams, frequency charts, specifications, typical system diagrams and dip switch

Section 16 Cautions & Warranties — states caution and warranty information for your True Mobility™ Wireless sys-

Index

Quick Setup — gives the Quick Setup procedures for Receiver & Transmitter Operation and using the FBX

Feedback Exterminator®. Note that there is also a quick-start label on top of your True Mobility receiver for
the Sabine FBX Feedback Exterminator®, Compressor/Limiter and De-Esser functions.

Receiver Operation — details receiver installation and setup.

modeled.

maximizing the number of collocated systems.

Distribution Amplifier also available for multi-receiver installations).

describes some possible operating problems and their solutions.

settings for Sabine 2.4 GHz Wireless systems.

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Important note about using this Operating Guide

This guide covers the operation of both the SWM6000 and SWM7000 Wireless Systems.
The basic operating procedures for these two series are the same. The crucial differences
are the frequency bands each of these series uses, and the number of available channels.

SWM6000: Offers XX channels, and uses the 915 MHz band. All transmitters and receiv-

ers include the number “6” or the designation “M9” in the part number to denote this series.

SWM7000: Offers 70 channels, and uses the 2.4 GHz band. All transmitters and receivers

include the number “7” or the designation “M1” in the part number to denote this series.

These products may be used together in the same location, but remember that transmitters
and receivers must always work together. For example, in order for an SWM6000 Series
system to work, the transmitters and receivers must both be from that series.

Other components in your system can be mixed between these two series. These include
lavalier and headworn mics, mic clips and chargers, cables and adaptors, and anything that is
not involved in the transmission or reception of the wireless signal.

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Product Views

2. PRODUCT VIEWS

2.1. Receivers

2.1.1. Front panel views

Ch. A

Channel

Select,

Antenna 1

Front Mount

Ch. A

Display

Contrast

FBX

Mic

Model

De-

esser

Compressor

Limiter

RF Ch.

Select

Fig. 2a - SW72-NDR & SW72-R (SW62-NDR & SW62-R) Two-channel Receivers

Fig. 2b - SW71-R (SW62-R) One-channel Receiver

2.1.2. Back panel Views

Antenna 2

AES3

Digital Output

Sync
Input

AC Power

& Fuses

RS485 Net

work

RS232

­Serial

USB Port,

Dip Switches

ProgramOutput

Level

Mic/Line Balanced

Output B

Ch. B

Channel

Select,

Contrast

Mic/Line Balanced

Display

Output A

PowerCh. B

Antenna 2

Front Mount

Antenna 1

Fig. 2c - SW72-NDR (SW62-NDR) Two-channel Receiver w/Network & Digital Interface

Fig. 2d - SW72-R (SW62-R) Two-channel Receiver

Fig. 2e - SW71-R (SW61-R) One-channel Receiver

See Page 55 for the chart

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Product Views

Product Views

2.2. Transmitters

2.2.1. Handheld

2

Transmitter Controls

1 Select Button
2 Up Button
3 Down Button

Switch

1

LCD

3

Battery

Shown with cable
attached. Requires
assembly.

Fig. 2h - SWC70CL - SW70-H13 (SW60-H13), SW70-H15 (SW60-H15) & SW70-H19 (SW60-H19) Mic Clip with Built-in Charger

2.2.2. Beltpack

Antenna

on

off

on on
mute on

1

select

2.4 GHz SMART SPECTRUM

Switch

TA4

Mini-XLR

Connector

SWC-POWR
plug-in charger jack

2

down

up

3

Top view

Fig. 2i - SW65 and 75-T Beltpack Transmitter

2.3. Components

(for a complete list see the Sabine Catalog)

Receivers

SW62 and 72-NDR: 2-Ch. Receiver w/Network & Digital Interface
SW62 and 72-R

: 2-Ch. Receiver

SW61 and 71-R: 1-Ch. Receiver

Microphones

SWT31L-TA4: Cardioid Lavalier Mic
SWT56W-TA4
SVT70BW-TA4
SVT70LW-TA4
SVT80BW-TA4
SWTVT50-TA4
SVT40L-TA4:
SWT70G-TA4

: Headworn Mic

: Voice Technologies Omni Headworn Mic (Black)

: Voice Technologies Omni Headworn Mic (Tan)

: Voice Technologies Cardioid Headworn Mic (Black)
: Voice Technologies Miniature Omni Lavalier

Voice Technologies Sub-Mini Omni Lavalier

: Instrument Input w/cable

Transmitters

SW65 and 75-T: Beltpack Transmitter
SW60 and 70-H13
SW60 and 70-H15
SW60 and 70-H19: Handheld Mic w/Condenser Element (VT)

: Handheld Mic w/Dynamic Element (Audix OM3)
: Handheld Mic w/Dynamic Element (Audix OM5)

SWC-POWR
plug-in char­ger jack

Belt clip

Battery

Antennas

SWA700: TNC Front to Rear Converter Kit (Set of 2)
SWA6SS: 2.4 GHz Antenna Distribution Amp for 6 systems
SWASS-EXT: Extension Antenna Kit (Set of 2)
SWAANT-2.4

: 2.4 GHz Antennas (2)

SWATNC-N: RF Adaptor cable, Set of 4, TNC to NB
SWATNC-MCA: TNC Male Crimp Connector 2.4 GHz
SWACA15(or 30)-TNC

: RF Cables, RG58, TNC, One Pair

Batteries

SWBAA2: Rechargeable NiMH AA set for SW75-T & H1

Mic & Transmitter Accessories

SWCRJ45: RS485 Serial Cable for ND Receivers
SWC70CL-1: SW60/70-H Mic Holder w/Built-in Charger
SWC70CL-12
SWCPOWR-EXT: Charger extension cable (3 meters)
SWCPOWR: Plug-in charger for SW60/70 Series Transmitters
SWC4P-TA4

: Stage clip for SW70-H

: Standard Mini-XLR Connector

ALKALINE BATTERY CAUTION Alkaline batteries must be one of following types:

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— DO NOT USE RECHARGEABLE ALKALINE BATTERIES —

(for a complete list see the Sabine Catalog)

NEDA: 14A ANSI: 14A IEC: LR14

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