Shure PSM700 User Guide

Model PSM® 700 User Guide

Wireless Personal Monitor System

User Guide

inted in U.S.A.

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WARNING!

USING THIS SYSTEM AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE.

USE AS LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE.

In order to use this system safely, avoid prolonged listening at excessive sound pressure levels. Please use the following guidelines established by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) on maximum time exposure to sound pressure levels before hearing damage occurs.

90 dB SPL at 8 hours 95 dB SPL at 4 hours

100 dB SPL at 2 hours

105 dB SPL at 1 hour

110 dB SPL at ½ hour

120 dB SPL — avoid or damage may occur

It is difficult to measure the exact Sound Pressure Levels (SPL) present at the eardrum in live applications. In addition to the volume setting on the PSM, the SPL in the ear is affected by ambient sound from floor wedges or other devices. The isolation provided by the fit of quality earpieces is also an important factor in determining the SPL.

Here are some general tips to follow in the use of this product to protect your ears from damage.

• Turn up the volume control only far enough to hear properly.

• Ringing in the ears may indicate that the gain levels are too high. Try lowering the gain levels.

• Have your ears checked by an audiologist on a regular basis. If you experience wax buildup in your ears, stop using the system until an audiologist has examined your ears.

• Wipe the ear molds with an antiseptic before and after use to avoid infections. Stop using the earphones if they are causing great discomfort or infection.

115 dB SPL at 15 minutes

! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS !

1. READ these instructions.

2. KEEP these instructions.

3. HEED all warnings.

4. FOLLOW all instructions.

5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.

6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.

7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping and splashing. DO NOT put objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Quickstart

P7T Transmitter Setup

1. Connect the transmitter to a power outlet using the supplied power cord.

NOTE: Keep wall plug or rear power cord connection readily accessible. To

completely remove power to the unit, unplug from wall or detachable rear power cord connection.

2. Attach the supplied antenna to the ANTENNA OUT BNC connector.

3. Connect an audio source, such as a mixer, to the audio inputs of the transmitter.

You can use both input jacks or choose either one for a mono source.

NOTE: All inputs are phantom power protected up to 60 VDC.

4. Set the PAD switch to either +4 dB or –10 dB depending on the signal level from

the audio source.

5. Turn on the transmitter.

6. Set the SOURCE switch to MONO if you are using only one input. Otherwise set

it to STEREO/MixMode.

7. Set the GROUP switch UP to group 1.

8. Set the CHANNEL dial to an unused channel.

NOTE: See Selecting Channels.

9. Power on the audio source and adjust the level control until the LEDs are in the

–3 dB to +3 dB range.

P7R Receiver Setup

10. Attach the antenna to the ANTENNA connector. Use the red dot to align the threads.

11. Insert a 9V alkaline battery.

12. Set the DIP switches (See Dip Switches)

13. Set the channel to the same one as the transmitter.

14. Set the balance control to the center detent position.

15. Plug in the earphones and insert the earphones into your ears.

16. Turn the receiver on by rotating the volume dial clockwise past the click.

NOTE: If you do not hear anything, check the RF LED on the transmitter to make

sure it is receiving the radio signal from the transmitter.

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Refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual if you encounter any problems.

LOWER THE VOLUME before troubleshooting the problem.

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Components

P7T Transmitter with rack-mounting hardware and detachable PA715 antenna

P7R Body-Pack Receiver with detachable PA71 0

antenna

SCL3 or SCL5 Earphones

with foam and f

lex-tip inserts

Features

• UHF operation.

• Stereo or MixMode™ control for custom monitor mixes.

• 32 user-selectable frequencies per system.

• Up to 16 compatible frequencies for 16 different mixes.

• Frequency compatible with all Shure Wireless systems (country dependent).

• MPX Stereo audio transmission.

• Switchable high-frequency boost on P7R.

• +4 dBu and –10 dBV input level select switch on P7T.

• Electronically balanced, combined 1/4-in. and XLR connectors on P7T can be used with balanced or unbalanced outputs.

• Volume and Balance dials on the P7R Receiver.

• Internal linear power supply on P7T, switchable between 120 VAC and 230 VAC.

• Peak transmitter modulation limiter with fixed threshold and modulation limit indicators.

• Loop out connectors on P7T for multiple mix setups and easy installation.

• Tone-Key squelch.

• Half-rack chassis on P7T complete with mounting hardware.

• All metal construction on P7T and P7R.

• Headphone monitor on P7T for local listening.

• Earphones reduce ambient sound levels by sealing off the ear canal

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Controls and Connectors

P7T Transmitter

Front Panel

Input Control (INPUT). Controls the input level to the transmitter modulator. For optimum sound quality, adjust this control to keep the INPUT meter in the –3 dB to +3 dB range.

Stereo Input Meters. Indicates the modulation level of the radio signal. Important: When the LIM (limit) LEDs illuminates, the system is overdriven. Reduce the input level.

SOURCE Switch. Set the SOURCE switch to MONO if you are using only one input. Otherwise, set it to STEREO/MixMode.

Earphone Volume Control (VOLUME). Adjusts the volume at the transmitter’s earphone connector. This control does not affect the

sound level at the receiver.

Earphone Connectors: 1/4 in phone and 3,5 mm (1/8 in) mini. Left=tip, right=ring, ground=sleeve. Note that only one of these outputs can be used at a time.

Channel Select Control (CHANNEL). See Selecting Channels.

Channel Group Switch (GROUP). See Selecting Channels.

Power Button (POWER).

Rear Panel

Power Connector and Fuse. Connect the transmitter to a power outlet using the supplied power cord. The fuse is located in the bottom drawer.

LOOP OUT Connectors — 1/4 in phone, balanced. See the LOOP Applications section of this manual.

INPUT PAD Switch. Set the PAD switch to either +4 dB or –10 dB depending on the signal level of the audio source you are connecting to

the transmitter’s inputs. (Refer to the output specifications for the audio source.)

Input Connectors (LEFT/CH. 1 and RIGHT/CH. 2). Connect to balanced or unbalanced outputs. Accepts both 1/4-inch phone or male XLR connectors. Either connector can be used for mono input.

Antenna Connector (ANTENNA OUT). 50 W, BNC connenctor. Attach the supplied antenna, or, if you are rackmounting the transmitter, see Front Mounting the Antenna.

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P7R Receiver

Balance Control. In stereo mode, this controls the left/right balance. In MixMode™, it controls the relative level of the two transmitter inputs.

Earphone Connector. 3,5 mm (1/8-in.) phone jack connects to the earphones. Left=tip, right=ring, ground=sleeve.

Low Battery LED (LOW BATT). Illuminates when the battery has approximately 45 minutes of operating time remaining, depending on the volume.

Power LED (PWR ON). Illuminates when the power is ON and the battery is good.

Power Switch and Volume Control (VOLUME).

Antenna and Connector. Attach the antenna to the antenna connector. Use the red dot to align the threads.

RF Signal LED (RF ON). Illuminates when the P7R is receiving a signal from the transmitter.

Battery Compartment. Accepts one 9-volt battery. Open the door by pressing the latches on both sides and pulling.

DIP Switches. See DIP Switches or the label on the inside cover of the battery door.

Channel Selector. See Selecting Channels.

Reversible Belt Clip. Belt clip can be removed and installed in the reverse position so the antenna points down when the body-pack is

worn.

DIP Switches

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1—Channel Group 3—Equalization

Group 1

Group 2

2—Balance Control

MixMode

Stereo

IMPORTANT: The limiter responds to unexpected signal peaks. It does not prevent long-term exposure to high SPL levels. This limiter is optimized for Shure E-Series earphones. The maximum limited SPL may be different for other earphones. Do not switch the limiter off unless you are using an external limiter.

High Boost (Offers more high-end response: 6 dB boost at 10 kHz)

Normal (Flat)

4—Limiter

Off

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