Sony WRT-822 User Manual
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UHF
Synthesized Transmitter
Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi
Manual de instrucciones
Wireless Channel Lists/ Listes des canaux sans fil /
Listas de canales inalámbricos
WRT-822A
1999 by Sony Corporation
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FR
ES
[U64] [U66] [U68]
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the
unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. WRT-822A Serial No.
Operation of this device 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.
Notice for customers in the U.S.A.
Use of Sony wireless devices is regulated by the Federal
Communications Commission as described in Part 74
subpart H of the FCC regulations and users authorized
thereby are required to obtain an appropriate licence.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
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.
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Avis pour les clients au Canada:
L'usage des appareils sans-fil Sony est réglé 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 contracté.
Lorsque l'opération de l'appareil est dans les limites de la
bande de radiodiffusion, la licence est émanée sur la base
de non-interférence, non-protection avec les signaux de
radiodiffusion.
L’utilisation de cet appareil est soumise aux deux conditions
suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne peut causer d’interférences, et
(2) cet appareil doit accepter toutes les interférences, y
compris les interférences capables de provoquer un
fonctionnement indésirable de l’appareil.
English
Table of Contents
Precautions
Precautions ......................................................................... 3
Overview.............................................................................4
Transmitting Channel Band ........................................... 4
Features .......................................................................... 5
System Configuration .................................................... 6
Parts Identification ............................................................ 7
Power Supply ..................................................................... 9
Connections ...................................................................... 10
Notes on Microphone
System Operation.......................................................10
Settings.............................................................................. 11
Initiating Setting Mode ................................................ 11
Changing the Transmitting Channel ............................ 11
Changing the Input Attenuation Setting ...................... 12
Resetting the Accumulated Time Indication ............... 13
Error Messages ................................................................ 14
Specifications.................................................................... 15
Wireless Channel Lists.................................................. L-1
The unit is designed for use in ambient temperature range
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of 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F).
Do not place the unit on or near heat sources, such as
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lighting equipment, power amplifiers, or in a place subject
to direct sunlight or excessive moisture. In such places,
the external finish or internal parts of the unit may be
damaged.
If the unit is used in a very humid or dusty place or in a
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place subject to an active gas, clean its surface as well as
the connectors with a dry, soft cloth soon after use.
Lengthy use of the unit in such places or not cleaning it
after its use in such places may shorten its life.
When cleaning the unit, never use organic solvents such
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as thinners or benzine, which will damage the finish of the
unit.
The unit has been factory adjusted precisely. Do not
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tamper with its internal parts or attempt to repair it.
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Overview
The WRT-822A ensures excellent sound quality of the
microphone itself and provides the convenience especially
for Electronic News Gathering (ENG), live and other
Electronic Field Production (EFP) applications. Combining
with 800 MHz band Sony UHF wireless microphone
system, use this highly reliable transmitter for broadcast and
movie production purpose.
Transmitting Channel Band
The transmitter and tuner of the wireless microphone system
are classified by frequency band.
A 12-MHz frequency band (or two consecutive-numbered
TV channels, such as 68 and 69 of the WRT-822A/68
model) is assigned to each transmitter and tuner model.
In building a UHF wireless microphone system, be sure to
combine a transmitter and a tuner having the same TV
channel number.
U68 model
A 794-806 MHz frequency band is assigned to the WRT822A/68 model, permitting it to operate on any of 94 carrier
frequencies in 125-kHz steps of Sony original channel plan
in the range of TV channels 68 and 69.
U66 model
A 782-794MHz frequency band is assigned to the WRT822A/66 model, permitting it to operate on any of 94 carrier
frequencies in 125-kHz steps of Sony original channel plan
in the range of TV channels 66 and 67.
For the selectable channels, see wireless channel list on page
L-2.
U64 model
A 770-782 MHz frequency band is assigned to the WRT822A/64 model, permitting it to operate on any of 94 carrier
frequencies in 125-kHz steps of Sony original channel plan
in the range of TV channels 64 and 65.
For the selectable channels, see wireless channel list on page
L-3.
For the selectable channels, see wireless channel list on page
L-1.
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Features
Phase Locked Loop (PLL) synthesized system
The WRT-822A has a refined phase locked loop (PLL)
synthesizer circuit.
Compact and lightweight
Innovative high-density mounting technology and
magnesium case have enabled the creation of this compact
and lightweight transmitter, which lets you move anywhere
for Electronic News Gathering (ENG) and Electronic Field
Production (EFP).
Remote battery alarm on tuner
This transmitter has capability of transmitting “Battery
status information” to Sony tuners which support the battery
status indication on both transmitter and tuner.
The information is sent to the tuners in approx. one hour
advance to battery exhaust so that they can safely replace
batteries of the transmitter.
Operation powered by easily available batteries
The built-in high efficiency DC-DC converter allows stable
operation, for about 8 hours continuously, with two LR6
(size AA) alkaline batteries.
LCD for coordinated operation control
The built-in CPU controls operation of the unit, including
the PLL circuit function. The LCD shows the current
channel number/frequency, the residual battery power, input
attenuation setting, AF input level and RF output.
An accumulated operation time indication is also provided for
simple control of the time of battery use (in one-minute
increments).
Saved channel and input attenuation settings
The unit stores the channel and the input attenuation setting
when it is turned off. The saved settings are retained even if
the batteries are removed. Therefore, when using the unit
next time, you need not make the same settings again.
Highly reliable electronic attenuator
The built-in input level attenuator is adjustable in a range of
0 to 21 dB in 3-dB steps. It reduces signal distortion when
an excessively strong audio signal is inputted.
Compatibility with Sony lavalier microphone
The transmitter is compatible with Sony lavalier
microphones, including the ECM-77BC.
RF carrier with tone signal
The unit transmits the RF carrier accompanied by a tone
signal, enabling the tuner with a tone squelch circuit to take
out only the target audio signal received.
Wide dynamic range and low noise
The compander (compressor/expander) system enables
transmission over a wide dynamic range with minimum
noise
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Overview
System Configuration
The WRT-822A can be used with the tuners listed below.
Sony 800 MHz band system models
a)
a)
Model name
Tuner
WRR-800A
WRR-801A
WRR-802A
WRR-805A
WRR-810A
WRR-820A
WRR-840A
WRR-850A
WRR-855A
WRR-860A
MB-806A
WRT- Frequency band
822A TV channel Frequency (MHz)
Transmitter or microphone
U64 64 770.125 - 775.875
65 776.125 - 781.875
U66 66 782.125 - 787.875
67 788.125 - 793.875
U68 68 794.125 - 799.875
69 800.125 - 805.875
WRT-805A
WRT-807A
WRT-808A
WRT-810A
WRT-820A
WRT-822A
WRT-830A
WRT-860A
WRT-867A
a) These models cover only 68 and 69 channels.
b) For these models, the AN-820A UHF antenna and the WD-820A UHF antenna divider are required.
b)
b)
b)
a)
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Parts Identification
Wire antenna
1 Display section
AB C
1 Display section
2 +/– buttons
SET
Use a ballpoint pen or
similar instruments
to press +/– , SET
buttons.
3 Audio
input
D
Display example for U68 model
connector
A
F
R
F
B
A
TT
C
H
+
–
SET
ON
OFF
4 SET
button
A AF (audio input) indication
Lights when an audio signal over the reference level is being
supplied.
B RF (antenna output) indication
5 POWER
switch
Battery
holder
Lights when a signal is being transmitted from the antenna.
C BATT (battery) indication
Displays the status of the batteries.
See “Battery indication” on page 9.
D CH (channel) indication
Displays the transmission channel.
Each time you press the SET button in normal Transmit
mode, the channel indication changes to the frequency, input
attenuation and accumulated time indications as shown on
the next page.
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Parts Identification
Channel indication
Frequency indication
3 Audio input connector
Connect the output connector of the following Sony lavalier
microphones: ECM-44BC, ECM-55BC, ECM-66BC,
ECM-77BC, ECM-166BC, ECM-310BC, ECM-350BC.
You can also use your wired microphone by connecting it to
this connector with an optional EC-1.5CF microphone cable.
See “Connections” on page 10.
Accumulated time
indication
Attenuation indication
Display example for U68 model
In Attenuation indication mode, it displays the input
attenuation setting in dB, which can be changed in a range
of 0 to 21 dB in 3-dB steps.
In Accumulated time indication mode, it displays the
accumulated time of battery use (in one-minute increments).
For adjustments, see “Changing the Transmitting Channel”
on page 11, “Changing the Input Attenuation Setting” on page 12
or “Resetting the Accumulated Time Indication” on page 13.
2 + (+ selection) / – (– selection/reset) buttons
In setting mode, select the transmission channel, frequency
and attenuator level using either of these buttons, or reset the
time-of-use indication to “00:00” with the – button.
For Setting mode, see “Settings” on page 11.
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4 SET button
In normal Transmit mode, this button changes the indication
items of the display section as shown on the left column.
In Setting mode, this button selects the item to be set. To
initiate the setting mode, set the POWER switch to ON
while holding this button down.
For setting the transmit channel, input attenuation or
resetting the time-of-use indication in Setting mode, see
“Settings” on page 11.
5 POWER switch
Turns the power of the transmitter ON or OFF.
When you set this switch to ON without holding any other
button, the transmitter is set to normal Transmit mode and
transmits the signal of the selected channel.
When you set this switch to ON while holding the SET
button down, Setting mode is initiated. No signal is
transmitted in Setting mode.
Note
Be sure to connect a microphone before turning the power
ON.
Power Supply
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The transmitter can operate on two LR6 (size AA) alkaline
batteries continuously for about 8 hours at 25°C (77°F).
Two LR6 (size AA)
alkaline batteries
Installing the batteries
1 Slide the battery-holder catches inward (in the direction
of the arrows
2 Match the polarities and insert the batteries.
3 Set the battery holder in the original position.
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Battery indication
When you turn the power on, the battery status appears in
the BATT indication on the display section.
When the batteries reach stage 3 shown in the table, the
battery indication on the tuner also starts flashing.
Note
The indication may be incorrect if the batteries are not new
when installed. If you plan to use the transmitter for a long
period, it is best to replace the batteries with new ones.
Notes on batteries
Use new alkaline batteries.
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Do not pair different types of batteries.
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Always replace the two batteries together.
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The batteries are not rechargeable.
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Be careful to install the batteries with the correct polarity.
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When not using the transmitter for a long period, remove
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the batteries to avoid leakage. If the batteries do leak,
clean all leakage from the battery holder case and the unit.
Leakage left in the holder case and the unit may cause
poor battery contact. If there seems to be poor battery
contact, consult your Sony dealer.
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Connections
Notes on Microphone
System Operation
Caution
When connecting a microphone to the unit, be sure to turn
the unit off.
To connect a microphone
The WRT-822A accepts the following Sony lavalier
microphones:
ECM-44BC ECM-55BC ECM-66BC
ECM-77BC ECM-166BC
ECM-310BC ECM-350BC
You can also use your wired microphone by connecting it to
this connector with an optional EC-1.5CF microphone cable.
To secure the microphone cable connection, be sure to turn
and lock the connector cover as illustrated below.
Microphone (not supplied)
To operate with two or more channels, maintain a distance
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of at least 30 cm (one ft.) between each pair of transmitters.
For details of operation with two or more channels, refer
to the Operating Instructions for the tuner which is used
with the WRT-822A.
Ensure that the tuners set to channels not being used are
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either turned off or set to the minimum output level.
When powering the transmitter on or off, to keep the noise
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to a minimum, set the audio output level from the tuner or
mixer to a minimum.
Powering the transmitter on without checking the channel
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selection first may interfere with the operation of other
microphones/transmitters, if the current setting is already
being used.
To prevent noise generation, keep the transmitters at least
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3 m (10 feet) away from the antennas when the system is
operated using a group which allows selection of up to 11
channels, and at least 6 m (20 feet) away when using a
group which allows selection of 12 channels.
For the input attenuation adjustment, see page 12.
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Settings
Initiating Setting Mode
In Setting mode, you can change the transmission channel/
frequency and the attenuation level, or reset the accumulated
time indication.
To enter Setting mode
While holding down the SET button, set the POWER switch
to ON.
The transmitter enters Setting mode and the indication
before the transmitter was previously turned OFF flashes on
the display section.
Each time you press the SET button, the setting items are
cyclically switched as shown below.
Channel selection
indication reset
Frequency selection
Attenuator adjustmentAccumulated time
Changing the Transmitting Channel
1 Confirm that the channel number flashes on the display.
If not, set the unit in Setting mode, and press the SET
button so that the channel number flashes.
If you want to change the channel in frequency
indication, press the SET button one more.
In channel selection mode
In frequency selection
mode
Display example for U68 model
2 Press the + or – button to select the channel.
Pressing the + button cyclically changes the channel
indication in the order shown on pages L-1 to L-3.
Pressing the – button changes it in reversed order.
If you keep either button pressed, the channel number
will be incremented or decremented successively.
Display example for U68 model
Display example for U68 model
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3 Once the desired channel number appears, set the
POWER switch to OFF to release Setting mode.
Or, press the SET button to continue operations in Setting
mode.
The next time you turn on the power only by setting the
POWER switch to ON, the transmitter will be set to
Transmit mode with the selected channel.
Notes
The unit cannot transmit in Setting mode.
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Make sure that the channel selected is the same as that
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selected on the tuner used in the same system.
Depending on the noise or interference conditions, the
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selectable channels may not necessarily all be usable. If
necessary, you can determine the usable channels by
stepping the channel selection through a number of
channels on the tuner with the microphone/transmitter set
to OFF. Those channels on which the RF indicator of the
tuner does not light are usable.
If there is a TV broadcasting station near by, do not use
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the station's channel.
The unit may not operate correctly if it is turned on again
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immediately after turning off the power while in setting
mode. Pause for a few seconds or more before turning on
the power again.
When operating two or more UHF wireless microphone
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systems using channels in different groups, ensure that the
systems are at least 100 m (330 feet) apart from each
other. (The same applies also when using channels in a
group if the different UHF wireless microphone systems
are installed where they are within sight of each other.)
Changing the Input Attenuation Setting
You can change the input attenuation setting in 3-dB steps
in a range of 0 to 21 dB. You can change it either in Setting
mode or in Transmit mode.
Changing in Setting mode
1 Set the unit in Setting mode.
2 Press the SET button until the attenuation level indication
appears on the display.
Attenuation level indication
3 Press the + or – button to select the attenuation level.
If you keep either button pressed, the level will be
incremented or decremented successively.
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4 Once the desired level appears, set the POWER switch to
OFF to release Setting mode.
Or, press the SET button to continue operations in Setting
mode.
The next time you turn on the power only by setting the
POWER switch to ON, the transmitter will be set to
Transmit mode with the selected attenuation setting.
Resetting the Accumulated Time Indication
The time indication accumulates time in hours and minutes
when the WRT-822A is on.
Reset the indication to “00:00” whenever you replace the
batteries so that it can display the running time of the
batteries.
Changing in Transmit mode
You can also change the input attenuation level during
transmission.
1 If the attenuation level is not displayed, press the SET
button until the attenuation level indication appears on
the display.
2 Press the + or – button to select the level.
1 Set the unit in Setting mode.
2 Press the SET button until the accumulated time
indication appears on the display.
Accumulated time indication
3 Press the – button.
The time indication resets to “00:00.”
While you see “00:00” indication, you can go back to
previous value by pressing the + button.
4 Set the POWER switch to OFF to release Setting mode.
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Error Messages
When a problem occurs, one of the following error
messages may appear on the display.
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Specifications
Transmitter and modulator section
Oscillator Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer
Type of emission F3E
Carrier frequencies
U64 model: 770.125 to 781.875 MHz
U66 model: 782.125 to 793.875 MHz
U68 model: 794.125 to 805.875 MHz
RF power output 10 mW
Frequency stability Within ±0.005%
Tone signal 32.768 kHz
Type of antenna
1
/4 -wavelength wire
Pre-emphasis 50 µs
Deviation ±5 kHz (–60 dBV
1)
, 1 kHz input
with 0 dB audio attenuation)
Frequency response 70 to 13,000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio 60 dB or more
(A-weighted, with reference
deviation at WRR-800A/801A/
805A/ 810A/820A/840A/850A/
855A/860A)
Audio attenuator 0 to 21 dB, variable in 3-dB steps
Power section
Power requirements 3.0 V DC
(two LR6/size AA alkaline
batteries)
Battery life Approx. 8 hours at 25°C (77°F)
with Sony LR6 alkaline batteries
General
Operating temperature 0°C to +50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage temperature –30°C to +60°C (–22°F to +140°F)
Dimensions 63 × 103 × 17 mm (w/h/d)
(21/2 × 41/8 × 11/16 inches)
Mass Approx. 145 g (5.1 oz) including
batteries
Supplied accessories
Operating Instructions (1)
Soft case (1)
Optional accessories
Lavalier microphones
ECM-44BC, ECM-55BC, ECM-66BC, ECM-77BC,
ECM-166BC, ECM-310BC, ECM-350BC
Microphone cable
EC-1.5CF
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
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