Sony DWM02N User Manual

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Digital Wireless

Microphone

Operating Instructions

DWM-02N

© 2015 Sony Corporation

Table of Contents
Features ......................................................................	3
Parts Identification ...................................................	4
Power Supply .............................................................	5
Installing the Batteries ...........................................	5
Attaching the Supplied Accessories .........................	6
Replacing the Identification Ring ..........................	6
Setting the Transmission Channel ...........................	7
Selecting the Group/Channel .................................	7
Using the Cross Remote ............................................	8
Pairing With a Receiver .........................................	8
Using the Encrypted Transmission Function .........	9
Using Secure Key Mode (SECURE KEY) ............	9
Using Password Mode (PASSWORD) ................	10
Using a USB Keyboard ...........................................	11
Basic Menu Operations ..........................................	11
Setting Menus ..........................................................	12
Naming of Microphone (NAME) ........................	12
Selecting the Frequency Band (BAND) ..............	12
Selecting the Group/Channel (GP/CH) ...............	12
Setting the RF Output Power (RF POWER) .......	12
Setting the Audio Input Level (INPUT
LEVEL) .............................................................	12
Low-cut Filter Setting (LCF) ...............................	13
Power Save Setting (POWER SAVE) .................	13
Setting the Battery Type (BATTERY TYPE) .....	13
Displaying the Accumulated Use Time
(TIME) ...............................................................	13
Setting the Encrypted Transmission Function
(ENCRYPTION) ...............................................	13
Setting the audio codec mode (CODEC
MODE) ..............................................................	13
Setting the maximum RF output power
(MAX RF POWER) ..........................................	14
Generating an Internal Signal (INTERNAL
SG) .....................................................................	14
Locking the POWER Switch (POWER SW
LOCK) ...............................................................	14
Cross Remote (RF REMOTE) .............................	14
Setting the Brightness of the Display
(BRIGHTNESS) ................................................	14
Automatic Dimming of the Display (DIMMER
MODE) ..............................................................	15
Resetting Parameters to Their Factory Settings
(FACTORY PRESET) ......................................	15
Displaying the Software Version (VERSION) ....	15
Block Diagram .........................................................	16
Troubleshooting .......................................................	17
Important Notes on Operation ..............................	18
Notes on Using the Microphone ..........................	18
On Cleaning .........................................................	18
Specifications ...........................................................	19
Carrier Frequencies and Channel Steps ...............	20

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Features

The DWM-02N is a digital wireless microphone that features an interchangeable microphone capsule unit design, and is intended for use in UHF synthesized wireless microphone systems. The DWM-02N can be used in vocal performances, interviews, speeches, and a variety of other applications.

What is DWX?

DWX refers to Sony’s new digital wireless microphone system. The DWX series reflects Sony’s extensive expertise in professional microphones and sound design. It represents a successful blend of Sony know-how, wireless technology renowned for stability, and cutting-edge digital audio technology.

In addition to realizing the high sound quality possible with a digital system, the DWX series supports multichannel simultaneous operation, encrypted transmission, and metadata transmission for monitoring the status of multiple transmitters. Using a main link and a separate additional link, remote control of transmitters from the receiver is also possible. With its many advanced features, the system has the potential to revolutionize the workflow of professional applications.

What is WiDIF-HP?

WiDIF-HP (WiDIF: Wireless Digital Interface Format, HP: High Profile) is a wireless digital audio interface format developed by Sony.

It enables highly secure transmission with high sound quality and low system latency, and supports simultaneous multi-channel operation.

What is Cross Remote?

Cross Remote is a system that allows transmitters to be monitored and controlled from a receiver and the Wireless Studio control software installed on a computer connected to the receiver.

For example, the settings of a transmitter worn under clothing can be easily changed over the wireless link.

Wide RF carrier frequency range

The DWM-02N microphone covers an extremely wide RF carrier frequency range. Depending on the model, the transmitter can cover bandwidths between 48-MHz and 72-MHz (e.g., 72-MHz with the CE42 1)) — much wider than 24-MHz of the analog wireless microphone system. This remarkably wide coverage on a single model offers cost efficiency and operational convenience, because it allows one microphone to be operated in many different areas.

1)Carrier frequencies differ depending on the model.

Interchangeable microphone capsule

Coupled with a Sony microphone capsule unit (not supplied), the DWM-02N can be used in vocal performances, interviews, speeches, and a variety of other applications. You can mount a microphone capsule unit by simply screwing it onto the capsule mounting area at the top of the DWM-02N. The capsule mounting area has standard dimensions with a diameter of 31.3 mm and a pitch of 1.0 mm (1.25"/28 thread pitch).

Capability of accepting wide range of sound pressure level

For details, see “Setting the Audio Input Level (INPUT LEVEL)” on page 12.

Three audio codec modes

Switch between audio codec modes based on your operational needs.

For details, see “Setting the audio codec mode (CODEC MODE)” on page 13.

Switchable RF output power

For details, see “Setting the RF Output Power (RF POWER)” on page 12 and “Setting the maximum RF output power (MAX RF POWER)” on page 14.

Digital low-cut filter

For details, see “Low-cut Filter Setting (LCF)” on page 13.

Power sleep mode

For details, see “Power Save Setting (POWER SAVE)” on page 13.

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Parts Identification

Inside the grip

Front

Side

Bottom of the antenna cover

a Microphone capsule unit (not supplied)

Mount the microphone capsule unit securely.

Note

Make sure that the wireless microphone is turned off before mounting or removing the microphone capsule unit. Mounting or removing the unit while the wireless microphone is turned on may result in malfunctions.

For details on mounting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your microphone capsule unit.

b Grip

Contains operation buttons, display section, and the battery holder.

Open the grip to make settings or install the batteries.

For details on how to open the grip, see “Installing the Batteries” on page 5.

Note

When the grip is open, the metal part of the grip obstructs the antenna for RF transmission and wireless remote control system. To transmit the signal or to use the wireless remote control function with this microphone, be sure to close the grip.

c Identification ring

The ring can be replaced with the ones supplied.

This is useful when multiple microphones are used in the system.

For details on how to replace the identification ring, see “Replacing the Identification Ring” on page 6.

d Antenna cover

Holds the antenna for RF transmission and wireless remote control function.

e POWER indicator

Lights up green when the microphone is turned on. When the battery is exhausted, the indicator starts flashing.

f USB connector (Micro USB)

Use this connector to connect an optional USB keyboard to carry out menu functions using key operations.

By connecting the digital wireless receiver to this connector with the supplied USB cable, you can exchange the encryption key for encrypted transmission function.

g + or – button

Selects functions or values shown on the display. Holding down the – button while switching on the microphone activates the pairing operation for the wireless remote control function.

h SET button

Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the value. Holding down the SET button while switching on the power turns the microphone on without sending a signal.

i Display section

A RF transmission indication

Indicates the current transmission status. : Currently transmitting

—:Transmission stopped

B RF (radio frequency) transmission power indication

Indicates the current transmission power setting. You can change the setting with the RF transmission power setting function.

H: transmitting at 50 mW M: transmitting at 10 mW L: transmitting at 1 mW

C Audio input level meter

Indicates the signal input level.

D Reference level gauge

Indicates the reference input level. When the attenuation is 0 dB, 94 dBSPL is indicated.

E Peak indicator

Warns of excessive input by lighting up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which distortion begins.

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F POWER switch lock indicator

Indicates that the POWER switch is locked, preventing the microphone from being accidentally turned off or on.

For details, see “Locking the POWER Switch (POWER SW LOCK)” on page 14.

G Cross Remote condition indication

Indicates the signal transmission condition of the wireless remote control function (4 levels).

: Good transmission

: Somewhat good transmission

: Somewhat poor transmission

: Poor transmission

: Unable to communicate with paired receiver

When the wireless remote control function is off, this indication does not appear.

H Battery indication

Shows the battery condition.

For details, see “Battery indication” on page 5.

I Menu display section

The status of 17 different functions are displayed here. To select the function, press the + or – button repeatedly.

For details, See “Setting Menus” on page 12.

j POWER switch

Turns the microphone ON or OFF.

k Battery compartment

Accommodates two LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.

For details on how to insert the batteries, see “Power Supply” on page 5.

Power Supply

The microphone can operate on two LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries continuously for about 5 hours at 25 °C (77 °F).

Installing the Batteries

1 Turn the grip in the direction of the arrow, and pull down the grip until the battery compartment is shown.

2 Insert two new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries, making sure the polarities are correct.

Note

To prevent the batteries from touching each other, push in the second battery against the spring tension. Squeezing the batteries into the compartment while two batteries are touching may damage the battery packages.

3 Close the grip and turn it in the reverse direction in the step 1 above.

Battery indication

The power status is indicated by eight level indications. Replace both batteries when the battery indication starts to flash.

Be sure to check the expiration date printed on the new batteries before using them.

Notes

•When BATTERY TYPE is set to TYPE1, the power status is indicated based on the use of new LR6 (size AA) Sony Alkaline batteries. An incorrect indication may result when a different kind of batteries, a different brand of batteries or old batteries are used. If you plan to use other kind of batteries than alkaline, set the BATTERY TYPE function according to the type of batteries to be used.

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•If you plan to use the microphone for a long period of time, it is recommended that you replace the batteries with brand new ones.

For details on BATTERY TYPE setting, see “Setting the Battery Type (BATTERY TYPE)” on page 13.

Attaching the Supplied

Accessories

Replacing the Identification Ring

A black ring is attached at the factory.

When multiple microphones are used in the system, identification rings with different colors are useful to distinguish a microphone from another.

Move the ring holder as follows to remove it.

1 Pull it down.

2 Turn it left.

3 Pull it down.

4 Turn it right.

5 Pull it down.

1 2 3

4 5

Rotate and remove the ring holder to replace the identification ring.

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Setting the Transmission

Channel

The microphone provides groups of interference-free channels. When using multiple microphones and transmitters at the same time (simultaneous multi-channel operations) within the same area, selecting the same group and using a channel within that group can prevent signal interference.

To set the transmission channel on the microphone, first you select the group and channel using the RF indicator and scanning functions on the receiver. Next you set the group and channel parameters to match the setting on the receiver.

Notes

•Certain transmission channels cannot be used with the wireless remote control function.

•“(INCOMPATIBLE WITH RF REMOTE)” will slide across the display during group/channel selection for transmission channels that cannot be used with the wireless remote control function.

•When a transmission channel that cannot be used with the wireless remote control function is selected, “RESTRICTED BY GP/CH SETTING” appears on the RF REMOTE screen and the wireless remote control function cannot be used. When using the wireless remote control function, select transmission channels for which “(INCOMPATIBLE WITH RF REMOTE)” does not appear during group/channel selection.

Selecting the Group/Channel

Notes

•Before doing this procedure, use the BAND function (see page 12) to set the microphone to the bandwidth of the receiver you are using.

•The setting for this function cannot be changed during actual signal transmission.

Set the microphone group (GP) and channel (CH) as follows:

For details on groups and channels, refer to “Sony Digital Wireless Microphone System Frequency Lists” on the supplied CD-ROM.

For details on menu operation, see “Basic Menu Operations” on page 11.

1 Turn off the power, and then while holding down the SET button, turn the power on.

The signal transmission stops.

2 Press the + or – button repeatedly until the GP/CH indication is displayed.

3 Hold down the SET button until the item to be set flashes.

4 Press the + or – button repeatedly to select a group.

5 Press the SET button to enter the group.

The channel indication starts flashing.

6 Press the + or – button repeatedly to select a channel.

7 Press the SET button to enter the channel.

Note

To start signal transmission with the selected channel, turn off the power and then turn it on again.

To set the group/channel using the pairing mode of the Cross Remote

When the microphone is paired with the receiver, the transmission channel of the microphone is set to the receiving channel on the receiver automatically.

For details, see“Pairing With a Receiver” on page 8.

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