Shure VP Wireless, EC1, EC2/58, T1, T2/58 Quick Manual

PORT ABLE MICROPHONE SYSTEMS

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BATTERY

1.

Open the battery compartment on the VP3 Receiver and, while observing proper

battery

2. Open the battery compartment on the body-pack or hand-held transmitter and,
while

NOTE: If a 12 Vdc power source is to be used, plug a dc adapter cable (not
supplied)
not

MOUNTING

1. A. To mount the VP3 Receiver to a video/film camera using hook-and-loop
(VELCRO type) fastener strips, attach one strip to the VP3 Receiver and the
matching
on

1. B. To mount the VP3 Receiver on a video/film camera with a “shoe” attachment,
remove the belt clip from the receiver and replace it with the supplied “shoe”
adapter,
on

NOTE: The VP3 Receiver can be
In

CABLE

1.

Connect the VP3 Receiver audio output to the camera or

using the supplied WA460 audio cable. Make certain the wireless receiver
signal
hangs freely between the receiver and the audio input.

NOTE: If the microphone input requires an XLR-type connector, use the Shure
WA450 cable (available as an accessory). Some camera inputs may require a
stereo-to-mono

2. To monitor received audio, plug the headphones cable (not supplied) into the VP3
Receiver

On a body-pack transmitter

3.
on

INST

ALLATION

polarity (“+/–”), insert a fresh 9-volt alkaline battery

observing proper battery polarity (“+/–”), insert a fresh 9-volt alkaline

into the DC power input on the side of the receiver

necessary to install a battery in the VP3 Receiver

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strip to the camera. Then mate the strip on the VP3 Receiver to the strip

the on the video/film camera.

using the

the camera.

either case, the antenna

same screw

CONNECTIONS

is compatible with your camcorder’s input circuitry

adapter (not supplied); refer to the

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. Then slide the VP3 Receiver into the shoe mount

mounted on a camera horizontally or vertically

must

be positioned vertically

mixer microphone input,

. Make certain the cable

Cable Connections

, connect the microphone cable to the 4-pin connector

OPERATION

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Set transmitter POWER and

2.
light

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3.
and is steadily illuminated. This indicates that the transmitter signal is being
received.

Have someone talk, sing, or play a musical instrument into the microphone. The red

4.
AUDIO
AUDIO

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on the transmitter will illuminate, indicating a good battery

erify that the POWER/RF light on the VP3 Receiver changes from green to orange

PEAK indicator on
PEAK indicator on the VP3 Receiver is always

Audio Gain Adjustments

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clearly.

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INTRODUCTION

This booklet contains instructions for installing and operating Shure Portable
Wireless
Body-Pack and Hand-Held Transmitters. Please read it thoroughly to obtain top
performance from your system.

VP3

.

.

Battery

1.

2. Insert a fresh 9-volt alkaline battery into the receiver. Make sure the battery

Mounting the VP3 Receiver

1. A. If hook-and-loop (VELCRO type) fastener strips are used, attach the

1.

2. Make sure the receiver antenna is in the line-of-sight of the transmitter

Cable Connections

1. Connect the receiver audio output to the camera microphone input or to the

2. If headphones are used, plug the headphones cable into the receiver PHONES

Microphone Systems using the Shure VP3 Receiver and a variety of Shure

RECEIVER SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

Installation

Press down on the OPEN side of the battery compartment cover and slide it in the

direction

polarity (“+/–”) is correct.
IMPORTANT: When replacing the battery, use only a 9-volt alkaline battery or

heavy-duty, rechargeable 8.4 volt nicad battery. Carbon-zinc and zinc-chloride
batteries

hook-and-loop strips to the the VP3 receiver and attach matching strips to the
mounting surface.

NOTE:

the
through
the

B. If you are using a video or movie camera with a “shoe” attachment, remove

belt
the

IMPORTANT: Avoid operating the system near metal surfaces and obstructions,
since they will degrade system performance.

microphone
the

NOTE:

a stereo audio input may short the receiver ’s audio output. This will not harm the
camera or r
Shack
too that if the microphone input requires an XLR-type connector, use the Shure
WA450 cabl

connector.

NOTE:

levels are used. This may become worse as battery power decreases. This
distortion, while audible in the headphones, is not being recorded.

indicated until it flips open, as shown below in Figure 1.

are not recommended.

The VP3 receiver can be mounted horizontally or vertically

VP3 antenna must be positioned vertically

a 180° arc, from the case front

antenna toward the

clip from the VP3 receiver and install the “shoe” adapter in its place. Then slide

shoe adapter on the VP3 into the shoe on the video camera.

cable hangs freely between the receiver and the audio input.

input on a mixer using the supplied WA460 audio cable. Make certain

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274–363 or equivalent) between the VP3 output and the camera input. N

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availabl

Certain inexpensive headphones may sound distorted when loud audio

The VP3 can produce ear-damaging headphones levels. Turn the
headphones

sides

of the case.

(Figure 2)

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If a 12 Vdc (at 100 mA) power source is to be used (such as Shure’

plug

a dc adapter cable (not supplied) into the DC power input on the side of the

receiver

reflective

These
part of the antenna system as well. The result is extended operating range and
greater

*WA460: TA3F to miniature phone plug [furnished] or W

TRANSMITTER

T2

or EC2 Hand–Held Microphone-T

1. Make sure the transmitter POWER ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.

2.

While holding the upper part of the

handle

3. Insert a fresh 9 V alkaline battery into the compartment. Observe proper battery
polarity

IMPORTANT: When replacing the battery, use only 9-V alkaline battery or
heavy-duty, rechargeable 8.4-V nicad battery. Carbon-zinc and zinc-chloride
batteries

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Press down on the OPEN side of the battery compartment cover and slide it in the

1.
direction

2. Insert a fresh 9-V alkaline battery
Close the compartment cover

IMPORTANT: Use only 9 V alkaline battery or heavy-duty, rechargeable 8.4-V
nicad

3.

Plug the connector end of the lavalier microphone cable into the 4-pin connector

the

4. If you are using a lavalier microphone, press the microphone into the necktie
mounting block and clip it to your tie or lapel, or mount the microphone with a
sew-on

5. Attach the transmitter to your belt with the belt clip.

OPERATING

1. Slid
receiver wil

2.

Set transmitter POWER and

light

V

3.
is

NOTE:

4.

While

the
according

5.

If monitor headphones are being used, turn up the headphones VOLUME control

so that the transmitted audio signal is heard. The headphones level may require
adjustment

6.

While speaking into the microphone, move around the performing area

and

. The 9-volt battery need not be removed during 12 Vdc operation.

NOTE:

The VP3’

s flexible

counterpoise

specially designed cables function in an audio capacity and form an integral

immunity to signal “dropouts.”

1

/

wave antenna works in tandem with Shure’

4

audio output cables* to achieve superior RF performance.

A450: T

A3F to 3-pin XLR [optional].

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

ransmitter

and slide it downward, as shown below in Figure 3.

(+ and –). Close the handle.

are not recommended.

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ody-Pac

indicated until it flips open, as shown in Figure 4.

battery

transmitter

mounting clip.

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ransmitter

. Carbon-zinc and zinc-chloride batteries are not recommended.

. See Figure 5.

transmitter

. Make sure the battery polarity (+/–) is correct.

.

, unscrew (turn counterclockwise) the

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reen.

on the transmitter will illuminate, indicating a good battery

erify that the POWER/RF light on the receiver changes from green to orange and

steadily illuminated. This indicates that the transmitter signal is being received.

A flickering light indicates marginal operation.

someone talks into the microphone, verify that the red AUDIO PEAK light on

receiver flickers

to the procedure in the

after the transmitter audio gain is adjusted.

make sure no problems such as radio signal loss occur

only

on loud peaks. If necessary

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MIC switches to the ON position. The green POWER

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, adjust the audio gain settings

Audio Gain Adjustment

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7. When the performance or presentation is over
POWER switches to OFF to conserve battery power.

8. Note that during a performance or presentation, the transmitter can be
temporarily
remains
avoided.

Audio

If

the AUDIO PEAK light is constantly illuminated, the audio signal is too high and

may

be distorted.

If

the AUDIO PEAK light

noisy.

To

correct these problems, adjust the transmitter as follows:

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T1,

control on the transmitter until the receiver’s AUDIO PEAK light flickers red
occasionally

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EC2

and locate the audio GAIN switch next to the battery holder. Select either the
LO
only

Changing VP3 Receiver Squelch Control Settings

The receiver SQUELCH control is factory-preset for operation in typical
environments. If squelch adjustment is necessary (as indicated by continued
illumination
as

follows:

1. Position the system as it will be during use.

2.

Using a screwdriver or fingernail,

receiver full counterclockwise.

3. T

urn the transmitter POWER switch

4.

If the RF or PEAK lights are on or are flickering, slowly turn the SQUELCH control,

located
the

receiver turn of

point.

NOTE: Turning the SQUELCH control toward MIN (counterclockwise) makes the

receiver
the

microphone signal to become noisier before it is muted.

Turning the control toward MAX (clockwise) reduces the system’s range, but
prevents interfering signals and noise from overriding the squelch when the
transmitter

FEA TURES AN

VP3 RECEIVER

1. Antenna:

to

maintain vertical orientation.

2.

Belt Clip: Allows the receiver to be worn on a belt or waistband. The clip can be

removed
is

used.

3.

12 Vdc Power Input Connector: Accepts 12 Vdc power from
12 Vdc (at 100 mA) power supply such as Shure’s PS/20 or PS/20E.

4. Headphones Output Connector: Insert headphones mini-plug (stereo/mono

compatible)

turned of

on, and “popping” or “thumping” noise

Gain Adjustments

T2, EC1

(Figure 7)

gain or HI gain position so that the receiver’s AUDIO PEAK light flickers red

occasionally in response to a typical audio signal from the source.

of the RF (orange) or PEAK (red) lights with the transmitter

f using the MUTE switch. In this way

never

illuminates, the audio signal is too low and may be

(Figures 6,

in response to a typical audio signal from the source.

:

7)

:

Using the supplied screwdriver

Unscrew the handle on the hand-held

rotate the headphones VOLUME control on the

off

on the rear panel of the receiver

See Figure 8.

more sensitive and increases the system’s range. However

signal is not present.

Receives RF signals from the transmitter

when the hook-and-loop (VELCRO type) mounting strip or “shoe”

f. Then continue turning the

D C

ONTROLS

(Figure 9)

into this connector to monitor the audio signal.

, slide the receiver and transmitter

from microphone turn-on and-of

.

, clockwise until the RF or PEAK lights on

control clockwise

, the transmitter RF power

, adjust the audio level

microphone-transmitter

off

slightly

, it also allows

. Pivot the antenna as required

any well–filtered

f is

), proceed

past this

adapter