Digital Wireless
3-873-945-12 (1)
Transmitter
The supplied CD-ROM includes the Operating Instructions for the DWT-B01
digital wireless transmitter (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and
Japanese versions) and the frequency lists (English and Japanese versions)
in PDF format.
For more details, see “Using the CD-ROM manual” on page 21.
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
DWT-B01
© 2008 Sony Corporation
F
WARNING
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
- Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver isconnected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
All interface cables used to connect
peripherals must be shielded in order to
comply with the limits for a digital device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
If you have any questions about this
product, you may call;
Sony Customer Information Service Center
1-800-222-7669 or
http://www.sony.com/
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: DWT-B01(F)
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics
Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San
Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Notice for customers in the
U.S.A.
Use of Sony wireless devices is regulated
by the Federal Communications
Commision as described in Part 74 subpart
H of the FCC regulations and users
authorized thereby are required to obtain an
appropriate license.
IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with the
FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, no change to the antenna or
the device is permitted,
Any change to the antenna or the device
could result in the device exceeding the RF
exposure requirements and void user’s
authority to operate this device.
This device complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled
equipment and meets the FCC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
Supplement C to OET65. This device has
very low levels of RF energy that it is
deemed to comply without testing of
specific absorption radio (SAR).
For customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
Take care not to burn your fingers when
removing the battery holder as the batteries
may be very hot at this time.
For the customers in Canada
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the
device.
The term “IC” before the radio certification
number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
To reduce potential radio interference to
other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not
more than that required for successful
communication.
This device has been designed to operate
with an antenna having a maximum gain of
0 dB.
Antenna having a higher gain is strictly
prohibited per regulations of Industry
Canada.
The required antenna impedance is 50
ohms.
Notice for customers in Canada:
Use of Sony wireless devices is regulated
by the Industry Canada as described in their
Radio Standard Specification RSS-123.
A licence is normally required. The local
district office of Industry Canada should
therefore be contacted. When the operation
of the device is within the broadcast band,
the licence is issued on no-interference,
noprotection basis with respect to broadcast
signals.
For the customers in Europe
If the transmitter develops an abnormally
high temperature, a burning odor or smoke
during use, remove the battery holder and
stop using the transmitter immediately.
AVERTISSEMENT
N’exposez pas les batteries à une chaleur
excessive, au soleil ou près d’un feu par
exemple.
Pour les utilisateurs au Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
L’utilisation doit répondre aux deux
conditions suivantes : (1) ce matériel ne doit
pas provoquer de brouillage et (2) il doit
accepter tout brouillage, même celui qui est
susceptible d’affecter son fonctionnement.
La mention « IC: » devant le numéro de
certification/ homologation signifie
uniquement que les spécifications
techniques d’Industrie Canada sont
remplies.
Pour réduire les interférences radio
potentielles pour les autres utilisateurs, le
type d’antenne et son gain doivent être
choisis de sorte que la puissance isotrope
rayonnée équivalente (PIRE) ne soit pas
supérieure à la puissance requise pour
assurer la communication.
Ce dispositif a été conçu pour fonctionner
avec une antenne à gain maximum de 0 dB.
L'emploi d’une antenne à gain supérieur est
strictement interdit par les règles
d’Industrie Canada.
L’impédance d’antenne requise est de 50
ohms.
Remarque à l’intention des
utilisateurs au Canada:
L’usage des appareils sans fil Sony est
réglementé par l’Industrie Canada comme
décrit dans leur Cahier des Normes
Radioélectriques CNR-123.
Une licence est normalement requise.
Le bureau de l’Industrie Canada doit être
contacté. Lorsque le fonctionnement de
l’appareil respecte les limites de la bande de
radiodiffusion, la licence est accordée sur la
base d’une non-interférence, nonprotection pour les signaux de
radiodiffusion.
Pour les clients en Europe
Si l’émetteur dégage une température
anormalement élevée, une odeur de brûlé
ou de la fumée pendant son utilisation,
enlevez le support de piles et arrêtez toute
utilisation immédiatement.
Attention à ne pas vous brûler les doigts
lorsque vous retirez le support de piles car
celles–ci peuvent être brûlantes.
Para los clientes de Europa
Si el transmisor desprende temperaturas
altas no normales, olor a quemado o humo
durante su uso, quite el soporte de las pilas
y detenga el uso del transmisor
inmediatamente.
Tenga cuidado de no quemarse los dedos
cuando quite el soporte de las pilas pues las
pilas pueden estar bastante calientes en este
momento.
This model has an RF module of the
FCC/IC approval built-in.
BUILT IN MODULE RM-215
WARNUNG
Akkus dürfen keinesfalls übermäßiger
Wärmeeinwirkung ausgesetzt werden, wie
z.B. Sonneneinstrahlung, Feuer o. ä.
Für Kunden in Europa
Wenn der Sender eine abnorm hohe
Temperatur, einen Geruch nach
Verbranntem oder Rauch entwickelt,
entnehmen Sie den Batterie-Halter und
stoppen Sie sofort den Betrieb des Senders.
Achten Sie bei der Entnahme des Batterie-
Halters darauf, sich nicht die Finger zu
verbrennen, denn die Batterien könnten
sehr heiß zu diesem Zeitpunkt sein.
AVVERTENZA
Le batterie non devono essere esposte a
fonti di calore eccessivo come luce solare
diretta, fuoco, ecc.
Per i clienti in Europa
Se il trasmettitore si surriscalda
eccessivamente, rilascia odore di bruciato o
del fumo, rimuovere il porta-pile e smettere
di usare il trasmettitore immediatamente.
Fare attenzione a non bruciarsi le dita
quando si rimuove il porta-pile poiché le
pile potrebbero essere molto calde.
ADVERTENCIA
No se deben exponer las baterÌas a una
fuente de calor excesivo como la luz del sol,
el fuego o similar.
FCC ID: AK8RM215
IC: 409B-RM215
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
U.K. 470 - 862 MHz
Germany 470 - 606 MHz, 614 -
862 MHz
Norway 800 - 820 MHz
Luxembourg 470 - 862 MHz
Belgium 470 - 862 MHz
Denmark 800.100 - 819.900 MHz
France 470 - 830 MHz
Italy 470 - 854 MHz
Sweden 470 - 862 MHz
Switzerland 790 - 862 MHz
Finland 790.100 - 821.900 MHz,
854 - 862 MHz
Iceland 470 - 862 MHz
Turkey 470 - 862 MHz
Features
The DWT-B01(F) is a digital wireless
transmitter for a UHF synthesized wireless
microphone system to be used for broadcast
or movie production purpose. This
transmitter is suitable for Electronic News
Gathering (ENG) and Electronic Field
Production (EFP).
What are the strengths of a
Digital Wireless Microphone
System?
This system has the following special
features and qualities:
• High-quality audio signal transmission
approaching to the quality of wired
microphone
• Extremely tolerant to interference waves
and secure wireless transmission
• Simultaneous multi-channel operation
• Encrypted transmission
• Metadata transmission.
band. This remarkably wide coverage on a
single model offers cost efficiency and
operational convenience, because it allows
one transmitter to be operated in many
different areas.
Compact, lightweight, and
rugged design
The DWT-B01(F) is designed to be extremely
compact and lightweight, essential qualities
for use by artists in fast-moving TV and
outdoor productions.
Switchable mic or line input
level and adjustable
attenuator
The audio input level of the DWT-B01(F) is
selectable from either MIC or LINE.
When MIC is selected, the attenuator can be
adjusted in 3-dB steps from 0 dB to 48 dB.
The reference input level of the MIC and
LINE is –58 dBu (–60 dBV) and +4 dBu,
respectively.
Selectable RF output power:
Note that the DWT-B01(F) digital wireless
transmitter cannot be used to transmit to
analog wireless receivers.
The features of this transmitter are
described below.
Wide RF carrier frequency
range
The DWT-B01(F) transmitter covers an
extremely wide RF carrier frequency range.
US models
can cover a 66-MHz band and 60-MHz
band respectively — much wider than 24MHz of the analog wireless microphone
system, while the CE6267 model
(European model) can cover a 48-MHz
1 mW, 10 mW, and 50 mW
The 1 and 10 mW output is suitable for
multi-channel operations, while the 50 mW
output is intended for long-distance.
Power sleep mode
The DWT-B01(F) is equipped with a power
sleep/wake up mode that can be wirelessly
controlled from the optional DWR-S01D
receiver.
Digital low-cut filter
Equipped with a digital low-cut filter, the
DWT-B01(F) can reduce the effects of
undesired ambient noise.
Important notes
on operation
Notes on using the
after use. Lengthy use of the transmitter
in such places or not cleaning it after its
use in such places may shorten its life.
• Clean the surface and the connectors of
the transmitter with a dry, soft cloth.
Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol or
any other chemicals, since these may mar
the finish.
transmitter
• The digital wireless microphone system
product must be used within a
temperature range of 0°C to 50°C (32°F
to 122°F).
• Operating the transmitter near electrical
equipment (motors, transformers, or
dimmers) may cause it to be affected by
electromagnetic induction. Keep the
transmitter as far from such equipment as
possible.
• The presence of the lighting equipment
may produce electrical interference over
the entire frequency range. Position the
transmitter so that interference is
minimized.
• To avoid degradation of the signal-tonoise ratio, do not use the transmitter in
noisy places or in locations subject to
vibration, such as the following:
- near electrical equipment, such as
motors, transformers or dimmers
- near air conditioning equipment or
places subject to direct air flow from
an air conditioner
- near public address loudspeakers
- where adjacent equipment might
knock against the tuner
Keep the transmitter as far from such
equipment as possible or use buffering
material.
On cleaning
Notes on simultaneous multichannel operation
• Keep the transmitter at least 30
centimeters (11
another transmitter.
• Keep the transmitter at least 4 meters (13
feet) away from the antenna of a receiver
when only digital wireless microphones
are being used, or 6 meters (20 feet) when
a mixture of digital and analog
microphones is being used.
• This system should be kept at least 100
meters (328 feet) away from any analog
wireless systems using the same
frequency when both are being used in a
wide area with no walls or obstructions.
• If you experience noise, increase the
distance between the transmitter and
receiver or decrease the transmission
power on the transmitter.
7
/8inches) away from
Note on microphone and
transmitter combinations
The transmission signal may cause noise on
some microphones. If you experience noise,
you may be able to reduce it by changing
the position of the microphone cable,
moving the microphone connection away
from the antenna, or lowering the
transmission power.
• If the transmitter is used in a very humid
or dusty place or in a place subject to an
active gas, clean its surface as well as the
connectors with a dry, soft cloth soon
Easy-to-see, full dot-matrix
OLED (Organic Light-Emitting
Diode) Display
The quick response of the OLED display
enables real-time operating conditions to be
displayed clearly and accurately.
Parts
identification
a Antenna
b AF (audio input level) /PEAK
indicator
Lights up green when the signal input is
stronger than the reference level.
Lights up red when the signal input is 3 dB
below the level at which distortion begins.
c POWER indicator
Lights up green when the transmitter is
turned on. When the battery is exhausted,
the indicator starts flashing.
d Audio input connector (SMC9-4S)
Connects the output plug from the optional
lavalier microphone.
This connector also accepts the input from
another wired microphone connected
through the supplied microphone cable, or
the audio output from a mixer, etc.
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.
To connect a microphone
Microphone (optional)
To secure the microphone cable
connection, be sure to turn and lock
the connector cover.
e + or – button
Selects functions or values shown on the
display.
Holding down the – button while switching
on the transmitter activates the pairing
operation for the wireless remote control
function.
f POWER switch
Turns the transmitter ON or OFF.
j 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
g Battery compartment
Accommodates two LR6 (size AA) alkaline
batteries.
For details on how to insert the batteries, see
“Power supply” .
h SET button
Adjusts displayed function settings and
enters the value.
Holding down the SET button while
switching on the power turns the transmitter
on without sending a signal.
i USB connector (Micro USB)
Use this connector to connect an optional
USB keyboard to carry out menu functions
C Audio input level meter
Indicates the input signal level of the audio
input connector
D Reference level gauge
Indicates the reference input level. When
the attenuation is 0 dB with the input level
set to “mic”, –58 dBu (–60 dBV) is
indicated. When the line level is set, +4 dBu
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.
F Power switch lock indicator
Indicates that the power switch is locked,
preventing the transmitter from being
accidentally turned off or on.
Power supply
For details, see “Locking the power switch (POWER
SW LOCK)” .
G Wireless remote control 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.
The transmitter can operate on two LR6
(size AA) alkaline batteries continuously
for about 3.5 hours at 25°C (77°F).
Installing the batteries
1 Squeeze the battery-holder tabs inward
(in the direction of the arrows) and
slide out the battery holder.
For details, see “Battery indication” on page 18.
I Menu display section
The status of 16 different functions are
displayed here. To select the function, press
the + or – button repeatedly.
For details, See “Setting menus” .
2 Insert new batteries, making sure the
polarities are correct, and then return
the battery holder to its original
position.
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
date on the new batteries before using them.
Setting the
Note
The indication is 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 the transmitter for a long period
of time, it is recommended that you replace
the batteries with brand new ones.
transmission
channel
This transmitter allows the free selection of
any transmission channel. The transmitter
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
transmitter, 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.
Selecting the group/
channel
Notes
• Before doing this procedure, use the
BAND function to set the
transmitter to the bandwidth of the
receiver you are using.
• The setting for this function cannot be
changed during actual signal
transmission.
Set the transmitter 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” .
1 Turn off the power, and then while
holding down the SET button, turn the
power on.
Using the wireless
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.
To set the group/channel
using the pairing mode of the
remote control
function
This transmitter is equipped with a wireless
remote control function that can be used to
set the parameters (low-cut filter,
attenuation operation, power save mode,
etc.) of the transmitter through the receiver
or other devices. This function makes it
easier to operate and manage the
microphone system while in the field.
This wireless control is 2.4 GHz
IEEE802.15.4 compliant and has no effect
on the RF band of digital wireless audio.
This function is activated when pairing is
established between the transmitter and the
receiver using the RF REMOTE function.
Pairing must be done first before the
wireless remote control function can be
used.
wireless remote control
function
When the transmitter is paired with the
receiver, the transmission channel of the
transmitter is set to the receiving channel on
the receiver automatically.
For details, see“Pairing with a receiver” .
Pairing with a receiver
Pairing links the transmitter with the
receiver which the wireless remote control
function is to be used.
When the transmitter has been paired with a
receiver through the receiver operation,
turning on the transmitter while holding
down the – button establishes the pairing
immediately.
To carry out pairing through menu
operations on the transmitter, do the
following.
1 Set the receiver to be used for
controlling the transmitter to pairing
mode.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the receiver.
2 Press the + or – button repeatedly until
the RF REMOTE indication is
displayed.
3 Hold down the SET button until the
item to be set flashes.
• RF transmission power setting
• Attenuator for the audio input setting
• Low-cut filter setting
• Power save setting
For details on menu operation, see “Setting menus”.
To cancel the wireless remote
4 Press the + or – button repeatedly to
select PAIRING.
5 Press the SET button to enter.
The transmitter sends a pairing request
to the receiver which is on pairing
mode.
Before established pairing, if you press
any operation key on the transmitter,
pairing mode will be cancelled.
When pairing has been established, the
wireless remote control condition level
(indicated by ) goes up, RF
REMOTE turns on, and the remote
control function becomes operative.
To use the wireless remote
control function with a
previous pairing
In the RF REMOTE indication, select ON.
Notes
• When you set RF REMOTE to ON, the
transmitter will communicate with the
receiver to which it was previously
paired. To use the wireless remote
control function with another receiver,
you must perform the pairing procedure
for that receiver.
• Multiple transmitters cannot be paired
with the same receiver.
control function
In the RF REMOTE indication, select OFF.
Notes on the wireless remote
control function
The wireless remote control function on the
transmitter uses the 2.4-GHz band and may
thus be subject to interference from other
devices.
• When pairing fails (“Pairing fail” is
displayed), successful communication
between the transmitter and the receiver
has not occurred within a given amount
of time. Pairing may be harder to do
when another receiver is engaged in
pairing nearby.
• When it becomes hard to use the remote
control, the remote control may be
improved by switching the wireless
remote control function off, then on again
in the RF REMOTE display, then repairing with the transmitter (change to a
channel with less interference).
The following transmitter settings
can be done from the wireless
remote control:
• Group/channel/BAND setting
Using the
encrypted
transmission
function
To prevent hacking of the signal, the
transmitter scrambles the signal during
transmission. To use this function, select
one of the following encrypted transmission
modes:
Secure key mode: An encryption key
that is automatically generated by the
transmitter is used by both the transmitter
and receiver in this one-to-one encrypted
transmission method.
Password mode: You choose a
password of up to eight characters that can
be set for multiple transmitters and
receivers. This enables encrypted
transmission within a group.
The encryption key used by the transmitter
and receiver is newly generated for each
key transmission, resulting in highly secure
communication.
The encryption key used between the
transmitter and the receiver is saved when
the power is turned off, so the encrypted
transmission can be resumed the next time
the power is turned on.
1 Preparing the transmitter (this unit)
1 Hold down the SET button until
the item to be set flashes in
ENCRYPTION indication on the
transmitter.
2 Press the + or – button repeatedly
to select SECURE KEY, and then
press the SET button.
2 Preparing the receiver
Select SECURE KEY on the receiver
that receives the encryption key.
For details on receiver operations, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the
receiver.
3 Exchanging the encryption key
Note
Make sure the same mode is set on the
transmitter and receiver.
Using secure key mode
(SECURE KEY)
Use this mode for one-to-one encrypted
transmission between one transmitter and
one receiver.
An encryption key that cannot be read from
the outside is automatically generated by
the transmitter. This key is transmitted to
the receiver through a USB connection or
the RF REMOTE function, enabling
encrypted transmission to take place.
On the receiver, select USB or
REMOTE (wireless remote) as the
method for encryption key exchange.
When the RF REMOTE function is
off, REMOTE cannot be selected.
When you select USB:
Connect the transmitter to the receiver
with the supplied USB cable and USB
adapter cable.
USB cable (supplied)
USB adapter
cable
(supplied)
For details on receiver operations, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the
receiver.
2 Press the + or – button repeatedly to
select PASSWORD, and then press the
SET button.
3 Input a password of up to eight
characters on the transmitter.
To enter a password, use the procedure
described in “Naming of transmitter (NAME)”.
4 Set the encrypted transmission
function setting on the receiver to
PASSWORD.
5 Set the same password that was set on
the transmitter.
When you select REMOTE:
The transmitter searches for a receiver
that it has been paired with. After the
transmitter detects the receiver, the
transmitter exchanges the encryption
key with receiver and encrypted
transmission begins.
Using password mode
(PASSWORD)
Set this mode when multiple transmitters
are paired with multiple receivers for
encrypted transmission.
If both transmitters and receivers are set
with the same user-designated password,
the audio signal can be decoded. This mode
is useful when multiple transmitters and
receivers are used as a single group, or
when the audio signal from one transmitter
is received by multiple receivers at the same
time.
For details on receiver operations, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the
receiver.
Note
It is recommended that you change the
password periodically.
1 Hold down the SET button until the
item to be set flashes in the
ENCRYPTION indication on the
transmitter.
Using a USB
keyboard
Connecting an optional USB keyboard to
the transmitter allows you to perform menu
operations and enter your name and
password for the encrypted transmission
function from the keyboard.
A Micro USB connector is used on the
transmitter. For this reason, use the supplied
USB adapter cable.
USB adapter cable (supplied)
Menu operations with a USB
keyboard
You can use a USB keyboard to perform the
same menu operations that you do on the
transmitter.
The transmitter buttons correspond to the
following keys on a USB keyboard:
Characters that can be entered from
a USB keyboard: (space), 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7, 8, 9, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L,
M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z, !,
#, &, $, @, +, -, =, _, (, ), [, ]
(Passwords may consist of the numbers 0 to
9 and letters A to Z only.)
Special key: Backspace (BS) and Delete
(DEL) keys.
Notes
• The number keys on the keyboard cannot
be used.
• This transmitter is compatible with
English-language keyboards only.
• USB keyboards with multiple functions,
such as USB hub and pointing device,
cannot be used.
• Power to the connected keyboard is
supplied by the USB connector on the
transmitter. The power rating is 100 mA.
Keyboards that consume more power
than that cannot be used.
• Do not leave the transmitter connected to
the keyboard when not in use. If you do,
the batteries in the transmitter will be
drained more quickly.
• Text editing should be done with the
alphabet, BS, DEL, and Enter keys.
Buttons on the
transmitter
SET ENTER
+ R
– r
USB keyboard
To enter a text
With a USB keyboard, you can enter names
and passwords for encrypted transmissions.
Basic menu
operations
Function name
Item to be set
1 Press the + or – button repeatedly until
the function to be set appears.
2 Hold down the SET button until the
item to be set flashes.
• BRIGHTNESS (display brightness)
setting
• DIMMER MODE (automatic dimming
of the display) setting
• FACTORY PRESET (factory setting)
function
• VERSION (software version) indication
3 Press the + or – button to change the
setting.
4 Press the SET button to enter the
setting.
Types of menu:
• NAME (transmitter name) setting
• BAND (frequency band) selection
• GP/CH (group/channel) selection
• RF POWER (RF transmission power)
setting
• INPUT LEVEL (audio input level)
setting
• LCF (low-cut filter) setting
• POWER SAVE setting
• TIME (accumulated use time) indication
• ENCRYPTION (encrypted transmission
function) setting
• INTERNAL SG (internal signal
generator)
• POWER SW LOCK (power switch lock)
function
• RF REMOTE (wireless remote control)
function
Setting menus
Selecting the group/
channel (GP/CH)
The factory settings are as follows:
The functions and parameters of the settings
menu are explained here. Underlined items
are the factory setting.
Naming of transmitter
(NAME)
You can specify a transmitter name of up to
16 characters. The factory setting for the
transmitter name is the model name and
serial number. The transmitter name is sent
to the receiver as metadata and is used by
the receiver to distinguish between different
transmitters.
+: The first press on the + button displays
the character set. You can then use the + and
– buttons to select the desired character.
And then, pressing the SET button adds the
selected character to the end of the current
name.
– : Deletes the last character in the current
name.
SET: Enters the character or edited name.
US models
00 Gp
European model
00 Gp
For details, see “Selecting the group/channel”.
Selecting the frequency
band
Matches the frequency range on this
transmitter to that of the Sony digital
wireless receiver.
The frequency range that can be set for the
optional receiver combined with this
transmitter differs as follows:
US models
Example:3040U
TV30-33
Not available for TV37
(BAND)
, TV34-36, TV38-41
Note
You cannot insert or delete a character in
the middle of the name.
To edit with a keyboard
You can enter data from an optional
keyboard connected to the USB connector.
For details, see “Using a USB keyboard”.
European model
6267CE
TV62-64
Not available for TV65 and TV66
For details about the frequency range of each band,
refer to “Sony Digital Wireless Microphone System
Frequency Lists” on the supplied CD-ROM.
Note
The setting for this function cannot be
changed during actual signal transmission.
To change the setting, turn off the
transmitter first. Then, while holding down
, TV67-69
the SET button, turn the power on. Then
change the setting after the signal
transmission has stopped.
Setting the RF Output
Power
You can set the RF output power.
1 mW (LOW): transmitted by 1 mW
10 mW (MID)
50 mW (HIGH): transmitted by 50 mW
Using wireless remote control, this function
can be controlled from the receiver and
other devices.
Note
The setting for this function cannot be
changed during actual signal transmission.
To change the setting, turn off the
(RF POWER)
: transmitted by 10 mW
transmitter first. Then, while holding down
the SET button, turn the power on. And
then, change the setting after the signal
transmission has stopped.
Setting the audio input
level
You can set the input level to an analog
head amp.
Select LINE or MIC, depending on the
audio source connected to the audio input
connecter.
When MIC is selected, the ATT
(attenuation) level will flash next. With the
microphone connected, speak into the
microphone as you monitor the input level
meter and press the + or – button repeatedly
to select the appropriate attenuation level.
The reference levels for the various settings
are as follows:
(INPUT LEVEL)
Input Attenuation
(dB)
MIC
LINE
With the wireless remote control function, the attenuation level can be changed from the
receiver and other devices.
0 –58 –22 36
3
6
9
3 dB step 3 dB step 3 dB step
45
48
–
Low-cut filter setting (LCF)
The frequency of the low-cut filter can be
set.
Reference input
level (dB)
–55
–52
–49
–13
–10
+4 +24 20
Maximum input
level (dBu)
–19
–16
–13
+23
+24 34
20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
120 140 160 180 200 220 (Hz):
Low-cut filter is set according to the
selected frequency.
Headroom (dB)
OFF
: Turns off the low-cut filter.
Using wireless remote control, this function
can be controlled from the receiver and
other devices.
Setting the encrypted
transmission function
(ENCRYPTION)
Power save setting (POWER
SAVE)
To conserve power, this setting allows you
to put all transmitter functions to sleep.
ACTIVE
normally.
SLEEP: The sleep function is on. During
sleep, the POWER indicator flashes at 2second intervals.
To change back to normal
operation
During sleep, press the SET, +, or – button.
You can also use the wireless remote
control to change the receiver back to
normal operation.
For details on wireless remote control function, see
“Using the wireless remote control function”.
: The transmitter operates
You can set the encrypted transmission
function.
SECURE KEY: Sets the secure key
method.
PASSWORD: Sets the password method.
OFF
: The encrypted transmission function
is not used.
For details, see “Using the encrypted transmission
function”.
Generating an internal
signal (INTERNAL SG)
This transmitter generates a 1-kHz
reference level sine wave that can be used to
adjust or check the audio level of the
receiver or the system that you are using.
This internal signal is outside the control of
the attenuator.
1 kHz: A 1-kHz internal signal is
generated.
: An internal signal is not generated.
OFF
Displaying the
accumulated use time (TIME)
You can display the accumulated battery
use time as a rough estimate of total
transmitter usage.
The factory setting is “00:00”.
To reset the accumulated time
indication
1 Hold down the SET button until the
time indication flashes.
2 Press the – button so “00:00 RESET”
appears, and then press the SET
button.
Note
If the transmitter is turned off while the
reference signal function is on, the function
will turn off automatically.
Locking the power switch
(POWER SW LOCK)
The power switch can be locked to prevent
the transmitter from being accidentally
turned off or on.
Even when the power switch is locked, all
parts of the transmitter other than the power
switch remain functional.
UNLOCK
: The power switch is not locked.
LOCK: The power switch is locked.
When LOCK is selected, the power switch
lock icon appears in the display.
ALWAYS ON: The display stays on at the
brightness level set with the BRIGHTNESS
function.
Wireless remote control
function
This function must be set to allow the
wireless remote control function to be used
between the transmitter and receiver.
OFF
: Stops the wireless remote control
function.
ON: Starts the wireless remote control
function with the previously paired
receiver.
PAIRING: Executes a new pairing.
For details, see “Pairing with a receiver”.
(RF REMOTE)
Setting the brightness of
the display
Ten levels of brightness can be selected for
the organic light-emitting diode display.
The selectable settings are the following:
(Dark) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
(BRIGHTNESS)
8 9 10 (Bright)
Resetting parameters to
their factory settings
(FACTORY PRESET)
All parameter settings can be returned to
their factory settings.
Holding down the SET button until a
message appears asking for confirmation.
Press the + or – button repeatedly to select
YES, and then press the SET button to
enter. The transmitter parameters are reset
to their factory settings.
Note
The setting for this function cannot be
changed during actual signal transmission.
To change the setting, turn off the power
first. Then while holding down the SET
button, turn the power on. Then change the
setting after the signal transmission has
stopped.
Displaying the software
Automatic dimming of the
display (DIMMER MODE)
The organic light-emitting diode display
can be set to dim or turn off after a certain
amount of time.
AUTO OFF
seconds. The display goes on again when
you press the SET, +, or – button.
AUTO DIMMER: The display dims after
30 seconds. The display becomes bright
again when you press the SET, +, or –
button.
: The display turns off after 30
version (VERSION)
The version of the transmitter software can
be displayed.
Attaching with the
soft case
The transmitter can be attached to the user
with the supplied soft case.
All operations are possible when the
transmitter is attached with the soft case.
The clip can be attached to the soft case at
an angle of 0, 90, 180, or 270 degrees,
allowing you to attach the transmitter in a
variety of positions.
Removing the clip
Remove the transmitter from the soft case
before attaching or removing the supplied
clip.
Clasp
1 Remove the transmitter from the soft
case.
2 Insert your fingers between the clip
and the soft case as shown in the
illustration and pull the clip in the
direction of the arrow.
3 Press down on the clasp as shown in
the illustration and slide the clip in the
direction of the arrow.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter a problem using this transmitter, use the following checklist to find a
solution. For any problems with the receiver or adapter, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the respective device. If the problem persists, consult your Sony dealer.
Symptom Meanings Remedy
The transmitter
does not turn
on.
The batteries
drain quickly.
Interruptions in
the reception
occurs.
There is no
sound.
The batteries are inserted
backwards in the battery
compartment.
The batteries are exhausted. Replace the batteries with new
Manganese batteries are being
used.
The transmitter is being used
under cold conditions.
The transmitter is too far from
the receiver.
The transmission power setting
is set to “L: 1mW”.
The channel setting on the
transmitter is different from that
on the receiver.
The setting of the encrypted
transmission function on the
receiver is different from that on
the transmitter.
Reinsert the batteries with the
correct orientation.
ones.
Use alkaline batteries.
The batteries drain quickly under
cold conditions.
Decrease the distance to the
receiver and check the reception.
Increase the transmission power.
Use the same channel setting on
both the transmitter and receiver.
Confirm that the setting of the
encrypted transmission function is
the same on both the transmitter
and the receiver.
The sound is
weak.
There is
distortion in the
sound.
The bass is
weak.
The audio input level of the
transmitter is set to LINE or the
attenuation level is too high.
The attenuator is set too low for
the audio input level of the
transmitter.
The frequency of the low-cut
filter is set too high.
If a microphone is connected to
the transmitter, set the audio input
to MIC. While monitoring the audio
input level meter, set the
attenuator to an appropriate level.
While monitoring the audio input
level meter, set the attenuator to a
level that does not produce
distortion.
While monitoring the sound,
decrease the low-cut filter
frequency to a level that produces
the proper sound quality.
Symptom Meanings Remedy
There is too
much bass.
The power
does not turn
off even though
the power
switch is turned
to OFF.
Wireless
remote control
is not possible.
The microphone connected to
the transmitter produces
excessive bass because the
frequency response of the
transmitter extends into the low
20-Hz range.
The power switch is locked. Turn off the POWER SW LOCK
Pairing has not been established
between the transmitter and
receiver.
The receiver is too far from the
transmitter for communication to
occur.
Use the low-cut filter to cut the
bass.
function.
Carry out pairing.
Check the wireless remote control
condition level. If it is low,
decrease the distance between
the transmitter and the receiver.
The USB
keyboard does
not work.
The display is
too dark.
The transmitter that was paired
with the receiver has been
paired with another receiver.
You are using a USB keyboard
that is not compatible with the
transmitter.
The display brightness is set to
low.
On the receiver, carry out pairing
again with the transmitter that you
want to control.
Check the conditions for using a
USB keyboard with the transmitter.
Adjust the brightness of the display.
Specifications
Transmitting section
Oscillator type
Crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer
Carrier frequencies
US models: 470.125 to 607.875MHz
614.125 to 697.875MHz
European model: 798 to 862MHz
Channel step
US models: 125 kHz
European model: 25kHz
RF power output
1 mW/10 mW/50 mW (e.r.p)
selectable
Antenna type
λ/4 flexible wire
Occupied RF bandwidth
192 kHz or less
Audio delay
1.5 ms
Transmission frequency stability level
±6.5 ppm
Type of emission
G1E or G1D
Modulation method
π/4 Shift QPSK
Audio section
Maximum input level
MIC: –22 dBu (with 0 dB
attenuator)
LINE: +24 dBu
Audio attenuator adjustment range (pad)
0 to 48 dB (3dB steps, MIC input
mode only)
Microphone input connector
Sony 4-pin (SMC9-4S) (female)
Input impedance
4.7 kohms or more
Frequency response
20 Hz to 22 kHz
T.H.D 0.03% or less
Dynamic range
106 dB or more
0 dBu = 0.775 V
General
Dimensions (unit: mm (inches))
Operating voltage
3 V DC, with two LR6 (AA)
alkaline batteries
Battery life
Continuous operating time
3.5 hours (at 25 °C (77 °F), 10-mW
output using Sony LR6 (AA)size alkaline batteries with the
wireless remote control
function off and the display set
to AUTO OFF)
Operating temperature
0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F)
Storage temperature
–20 to +60 °C (–4 to +140 °F)
Wireless remote control
2.4-GHz 1EEE802.15.4 compliant
* CE6267 model: 169 (6 3/4)
3040U model: 206 (8
4250U model: 188 (7
1
/8)
1
/2)
Mass Approx. 125 g (4 oz) including
batteries
Supplied accessories
Spare battery case (1)
Soft case (1)
Microphone cable (4-pin to XLR-
type 3-pin) (1)
USB adapter cable (1)
USB cable (1)
Carrying case (1)
Scribble sheet (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Warranty booklet (1)
CD-ROM (1)
Optional accessories
ECM-77BC/9X lavalier
microphones
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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