Sony UWP-D26, UWP-D21, UTX-P40, UTX-M40, UWP-D22 User Manual

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Wireless Microphone

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Package

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

UWP-D21/D22/D26 UTX-B40 UTX-M40 UTX-P40 URX-P40

Configuration of the Packages ..................3

UWP-D21 ..................................................... 3

UWP-D22 ..................................................... 4

UWP-D26 ..................................................... 5

Models available separately.......................... 6

Features .......................................................7

UWP-D21 ..................................................... 7

UWP-D22 ..................................................... 7

UWP-D26 ..................................................... 7

Name and Function of Parts.......................8

Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40)............... 8

Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40)............. 9

Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40).................. 11

Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) ........... 12

Power Supply.............................................14

Inserting the batteries.................................. 14

Supplying power from a USB connector.... 16

Attaching Accessories..............................17

Attaching accessories to the body-pack

transmitter (UTX-B40)...................... 17

Attaching accessories to the hand-held

microphone (UTX-M40)................... 18

Attaching accessories to the plug-on

transmitter (UTX-P40) ...................... 18

Attaching accessories to the portable diversity

tuner (URX-P40)............................... 18

Operation ...................................................19

If noise is generated .................................... 20

Tuner Settings ...........................................20

Menu structure and operation ..................... 20

Setting the receive channel ......................... 21

Searching for available channels within a

group (Clear Channel Scan) .............. 21

Searching for active channels within a group

(Active Channel Scan) ...................... 22

Adjusting the monitor audio level .............. 22

Configuration menu .................................... 23

Transmitter Settings .................................26

Menu structure and operation ..................... 26

Setting the transmit channel........................ 27

Configuration menu .................................... 28

System Configuration Example ...............32

Error Messages .........................................33

Troubleshooting ........................................34

Important Notes on Use............................ 36

Usage and storage ....................................... 36

Cleaning...................................................... 36

Specifications............................................ 37

Transmitter (UTX-B40/M40/P40).............. 37

Tuner........................................................... 39

Configuration of the Packages

Body-pack transmitter

(UTX-B40) (1)

Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) (1)

Supplied accessories

Wind screen (1)Omni-directional lavalier microphone (1) Holder clip (1)

Shoe mount adaptor (1) Belt clip (2)

Before Use (1) Quick Start Guide (1) CD-ROM (1) Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)

Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable (1)

XLR-BMP conversion output cable for the URX-P40 (1)

This manual is for the UWP-D21/D22/D26 Wireless Microphone Packages. The contents of each package are described below.

Note

Some of the packages may not be available in certain countries or areas. In addition, the U90 model can only be used in the USA. The use of U90 transmitters requires a license and is subject to restrictions on frequency selection and channel spacing. For details, consult your Sony dealer.

UWP-D21

The package consists of a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P40), and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.

UWP-D22

Microphone holder (1)

XLR-BMP conversion output cable for the URX-P40 (1)

Shoe mount adaptor (1)Belt clip (1)

Before Use (1) Quick Start Guide (1) CD-ROM (1) Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)

Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable (1)

Supplied accessories

Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40) (1)

Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) (1)

The package consists of a hand-held microphone (UTX-M40), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P40), and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.

UWP-D26

Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) (1)

Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) (1)

Supplied accessories

Soft case (1)

Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40) (1)

Shoe mount adaptor (1)

Belt clip (2)

Wind screen (1)

Holder clip (1)

Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable (1)

XLR-BMP conversion output cable for the URX-P40 (1)

Omni-directional lavalier microphone (1)

Before Use (1) Quick Start Guide (1) CD-ROM (1) Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)

The UWP-D26 consists of a plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40), a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P40), and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.

Models available separately

The transmitter and tuner in each package are available for purchase separately. The components provided with each product are given below.

UTX-B40

• Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) (1)

• Omni-directional lavalier microphone (1)

• Wind screen (1)

• Holder clip (1)

• Belt clip (1)

• Before Use (1)

•CD-ROM (1)

• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)

UTX-M40

• Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40) (1)

• Microphone holder (1)

• Before Use (1)

•CD-ROM (1)

• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)

UTX-P40

• Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40) (1)

• Soft case (1)

• Before Use (1)

•CD-ROM (1)

• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)

URX-P40

• Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) (1)

• Shoe mount adaptor (1)

• Belt clip (1)

• XLR-BMP conversion output cable for the URX-P40 (1)

• Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable (1)

• Before Use (1)

•CD-ROM (1)

• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)

Features

• High visibility OLED display for indoor/outdoor use

• USB connector for power supply (URX-P40 only)

• Digital audio interface support using SMAD-P5 multiinterface shoe-mount adaptor (option)*

The UWP-D21/D22/D26 (UWP-D series) Wireless Microphone Packages comprise a transmitter (body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40), hand-held microphone (UTX-M40), or plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40)) and a receiver (portable diversity tuner (URX-P40)). In combination with a compact camcorder or interchangeable-lens digital camera, the packages can be used for various purposes, such as ENG (Electronic News Gathering), EFP (Electronic Field Production), sports events, and weddings.

The features of each package are described below.

UWP-D21

• High quality sound with Sony Digital Audio Processing

• “NFC SYNC” function for quick and easy secure channel setting

• True diversity for stable signal reception

• Auto gain mode volume control

• +15 dB gain volume boost mode for off-mic audio

• Line input available

• Channel memory function for fast switching between two receiver frequencies

• Transmitter frequency sent to receiver

• Headphone output for monitoring

• Monitor mode for using a receiver as an ear monitor

• Variable muting function

• Compatibility with Sony WL-800/UWP/UWP-D series

• Output level control for receiver

• High visibility OLED display for indoor/outdoor use

• USB for power supply

• Digital audio interface support using SMAD-P5 multiinterface shoe-mount adaptor (option)*

* For details on cameras that support this function, visit

the Sony website.

UWP-D26

• High quality sound with Sony Digital Audio Processing

• “NFC SYNC” function for quick and easy secure channel setting

• True diversity for stable signal reception

• Auto gain mode volume control

• +15 dB gain volume boost mode for off-mic audio

• Line input available

• +48V power supply (plug-on transmitter)

• Channel memory function for fast switching between two receiver frequencies

• Transmitter frequency sent to receiver

• Headphone output for monitoring

• Monitor mode for using a receiver as an ear monitor

• Variable muting function

• Compatibility with Sony WL-800/UWP series

• Output level control for receiver

• High visibility OLED display for indoor/outdoor use

• USB for power supply

• Digital audio interface support using SMAD-P5 multiinterface shoe-mount adaptor (option)*

* For details on cameras that support this function, visit

the Sony website.

* For details on cameras that support this function, visit

the Sony website.

UWP-D22

• High quality sound with Sony Digital Audio Processing

• “NFC SYNC” function for quick and easy secure channel setting

• True diversity for stable signal reception

• Interchangeable head for wide choice of microphone capsule

• Auto gain mode volume control

• +15 dB gain volume boost mode for off-mic audio

• Channel memory function for fast switching between two receiver frequencies

• Transmitter frequency sent to receiver

• Headphone output for monitoring

• Monitor mode for using a receiver as an ear monitor

• Variable muting function

• Compatibility with Sony WL-800/UWP/UWP-D series

• Output level control for receiver

Name and Function of Parts

Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40)

• If a lavalier microphone other than the one supplied is connected, the proper performance may not be obtained.

e Display section

A RF transmission indicator

Displays the current transmission status.

: Transmitting

– : Transmission stopped

B RF transmission power indicator

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

a Antenna

b POWER indicator

Displays the battery level.

Indicator display Status

On (green) Sufficient battery level

Flashing (green) Battery is getting low

Off Supply OFF

c AUDIO (audio input level) indicator

Turns on or off according to the audio input level as follows. On (red): Audio input level is too high. If the sound is distorted, adjust the attenuation level to decrease the audio input level (page 28).

On (green): Audio input level is appropriate. Off: There is no audio input or the input level is too low. Flashing (orange): Audio is muted (i.e., disabled).

d Audio input connector (BMP type)

Connect to the supplied lavalier microphone.

Notes

• When the audio input level is set to MIC, a voltage for the lavalier microphone power supply is applied to the audio input connector. Special electrical wiring is used inside the audio input connector for this purpose.

For details on the RF transmission power setting function, see “Setting the transmit output level (RF POWER)” (page 29).

C Audio input level meter

Displays the audio input level.

D Peak indicator

Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.

E Input level indicator

Displays the input level status.

: Microphone input

: Line input

F Muting status indicator

Displays an icon when the muting function is on.

For details about the muting function, see “Setting the operation of the audio muting function (MUTE SETTING) (UTX-B40/P40 only)” (page 29).

G Battery level indicator

Displays the battery level. “USB” is displayed when power is supplied from the USB connector.

For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 16).

H Menu display section

Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to switch functions.

For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 23).

Inside the grip

I Gain mode indicator

Displays the gain mode setting.

For details, see “Setting the audio gain (GAIN MODE)” (page 28).

f + or – button

Selects functions or values shown on the display.

g Infrared detector

Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner.

h N-Mark

Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner. It also notifies the tuner about the frequency and compander mode set on the transmitter.

i Battery compartment

Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride, or lithium batteries).

Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40)

For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power Supply” (page 14).

j MUTE button

Turns the muting function on/off. You can change the muting function on/off control method in the configuration menu.

For details about switching the muting function on/off, see “Setting the operation of the audio muting function (MUTE SETTING) (UTX-B40/P40 only)” (page 29).

k SET button

Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the displayed value. Holding down the SET button while turning on the power turns the transmitter on without transmitting a signal (transmission stopped mode).

l USB connector (Type C)

Connect to a commercially available USB portable power supply. When a USB portable power supply is connected while the power is turned on, the unit automatically operates with power supplied by the USB portable power supply.

m POWER button

Turns the power on/off.

Function Operation

Supply ON Press button for one second or

Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns

longer

off

a Microphone unit

The standard-equipped microphone unit can be interchanged with another microphone unit having a diameter of 31.3 mm and a pitch of 1.0 mm.

For details on attaching and removing the microphone unit, see “Replacing the microphone unit” (page 18).

b POWER indicator

Displays the battery level and audio muting (i.e., audio enabled or disabled) status.

Indicator display Status

On (green) Sufficient battery level

Flashing (green) Battery is getting low

Off Supply OFF

Flashing (orange) Audio is muted (i.e., disabled)

c POWER/MUTE button

Turns the power on/off. You also use this button to turn the muting function on/off.

Function Operation

Supply ON Press button for one second or

longer

Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns

off

Muting ON Press button

Muting OFF

You can disable the power supply operation of the POWER/MUTE button and change the muting function on/off control method from the configuration menu.

For details about the muting function, see “Setting the operation of the audio muting function (POWER/MUTE) (UTX-M40 only)” (page 29).

For details, see “Setting the operation of the audio muting function (POWER/MUTE) (UTX-M40 only)” (page 29).

d Battery compartment

Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride, or lithium batteries).

For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power Supply” (page 14).

e N-Mark

Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner. It also notifies the tuner about the frequency and compander mode set on the transmitter.

f Antenna section

g Display section

F Battery level indicator

Displays the battery level.

For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 16).

G Menu display section

Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to switch functions.

For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 23).

H Gain mode indicator

Displays the gain mode setting.

For details, see “Setting the audio gain (GAIN MODE)” (page 28).

h Infrared detector

Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner.

i SET button

A RF transmission indicator

Displays the current transmission status.

: Transmitting

– : Transmission stopped

B RF transmission power indicator

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

For details on the RF transmission power setting function, see “Setting the transmit output level (RF POWER)” (page 29).

C Audio input level meter

Displays the audio input level.

D Peak indicator

Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.

j USB connector (Type C)

For use by service personnel.

k POWER button

Turns the power on/off.

l + or – button

Selects functions or values shown on the display.

E Muting status indicator

Displays an icon when the muting function is on.

Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40)

Front

Bottom

e Display section

A RF transmission indicator

Displays the current transmission status.

: Transmitting

– : Transmission stopped

B RF transmission power indicator

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

For details on the RF transmission power setting function, see “Setting the transmit output level (RF POWER)” (page 29).

a Audio input connector (XLR type)

Connect to a microphone or the line output of an audio mixer or other device.

b +48V (+48 V supply) indicator

Lights up when the unit is set to MIC input and is supplying power to the connected microphone.

c POWER indicator

Displays the battery level.

Indicator display Status

On (green) Sufficient battery level

Flashing (green) Battery is getting low

Off Supply OFF

d AUDIO (audio input level) indicator

On (green): Audio input level is appropriate. Off: There is no audio input or the input level is too low. Flashing (orange): Audio is muted (i.e., disabled).

C Audio input level meter

Displays the audio input level.

D Peak indicator

Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.

E Input level indicator

Displays the input level status.

: Microphone input

: Line input

F Muting status indicator

Displays an icon when the muting function is on.

For details about the muting function, see “Setting the operation of the audio muting function (MUTE SETTING) (UTX-B40/P40 only)” (page 29).

G Battery level indicator

Displays the battery level. “USB” is displayed when power is supplied from the USB connector.

For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 16).

H Menu display section

Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to switch functions.

For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 23).

Front

Bottom

Rear

I Gain mode indicator

Displays the gain mode setting.

For details, see “Setting the audio gain (GAIN MODE)” (page 28).

f + or – button

Selects functions or values shown on the display.

g Infrared detector

Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner.

h N-Mark

Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner. It also notifies the tuner about the frequency and compander mode set on the transmitter.

i MUTE button

Turns the muting function on/off. You can change the muting function on/off control method in the configuration menu.

Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40)

For details about switching the muting function on/off, see “Setting the operation of the audio muting function (MUTE SETTING) (UTX-B40/P40 only)” (page 29).

j SET button

k POWER button

Turns the power on/off.

Function Operation

Supply ON Press button for one second or

longer

Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns

off

l USB connector (Type C)

m Battery compartment

Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride, or lithium batteries).

For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power Supply” (page 14).

a Antenna

b PHONES (monitor) connector (3.5 mm

diameter, stereo mini jack)

Connect to headphones to monitor the audio output.

Note

Do not connect headphones with a monaural mini jack. This may short-circuit the headphone outputs, resulting in distorted sound output.

c POWER indicator

Displays the battery level.

B Peak indicator

Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.

C Transmitter power warning indicator

Displays an icon when the remaining battery capacity of the transmitter being received is almost discharged.

Notes

• The icon is not displayed if the receive signal level is low.

• This function is enabled only when the transmitter is a UTX-B40/M40/P40.

Indicator display Status

On (green) Sufficient battery level

Flashing (green) Battery is getting low

Off Supply OFF

d RF (radio frequency input) indicator

Displays the RF input level using the following colors.

On (green): Input level is 25 dBµ or more. On (red): Input level is 15 dBµ to 25 dBµ. Off: Input level is 15 dBµ or lower.

*0dBµ = 1µV

EMF

e + or – button

Selects functions or values shown on the display.

f N-Mark

Sends the set frequency and compander mode to the transmitter. It also detects the tuner about the frequency and compander mode set on the transmitter.

g Battery compartment

Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride, or lithium batteries).

For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power Supply” (page 14).

h Display section

D Transmitter muting status indicator

Displays an icon when the muting function of the transmitter being received is on.

Notes

• The icon is not displayed if the receive signal level is low.

• This function is enabled only when the transmitter is a UTX-B40/M40/P40.

E Battery level indicator

Displays the battery level. “USB” is displayed when power is supplied from the USB connector. “MI” is displayed when power is supplied from an SMAD-P5 (not supplied).

For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 16).

F RF level (reception level) indicator

Indicates the current reception level.

G Menu display section

Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to switch functions.

For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 23).

i NFC SYNC (NFC communication) button

Press to start a channel scan and for NFC communication with the transmitter.

A Audio input level meter

Displays the audio input level.

For details, see “Operation” (page 19).

j SET button

k POWER button

Turns the power on/off.

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Sony UWP-D26, UWP-D21, UTX-P40, UTX-M40, UWP-D22 User Manual

Table of Contents

Configuration of the Packages

Features

Name and Function of Parts