thomann t.bone free solo User Manual

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active antenna splitter

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.thomann.de

09.11.2017, ID: 314056 (V2)

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 6

3 Features and scope of delivery........................................................................................................... 9

4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 10

5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 14

6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 18

7 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 19

Table of contents

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1 General notes

This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device, include the manual for
the next owner.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.

This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.

Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an

immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.

NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos-

sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.

Symbols and signal words

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Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

This device is used in wireless transmission systems to distribute and amplify the incoming
antenna signals. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use
under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal
injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper
use.

This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.

Intended use

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DANGER!
Danger for children

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!

Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!

Never let children unattended use electrical devices.

NOTICE!
Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.

Safety

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NOTICE!
External power supply

The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur­rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos­sibly the user.

Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.

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3 Features and scope of delivery

This appliance is used when multiple radio links are to be operated with a single antenna pair.
The following features characterize the device:

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Amplifying the incoming high frequency signal of a pair of antennas and distribution to 4
× 2 antenna outputs in the frequency range of 500 MHz to 900 MHz

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Central 12 V power supply for up to four units

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19" rack mountable

Included accessories: 12 V power supply, 2 × UHF omni-directional antennas, 10 × BNC cables.

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4 Installation and starting up

Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.

Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.

The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 19-inch rack; it occupies one rack
unit.

Before you start, make sure that the frequencies of the connected wireless systems are legiti­mate in the respective country and check whether the operation must be registered with the
responsible authority. For further information on that refer to the manual of the wireless sys­tems.

Rack mounting

Notes on radio transmission

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Attach the supplied antennas to appropriate positions, such as the PA rack. To improve the
transmission quality and to adapt to the spatial conditions, the antennas are rotatable and
swivelling. Position the antennas so that all used transmitters (e.g., wireless microphones,
body-pack transmitters) are within radio range. Install a BNC cable from both antennas to one
of the antenna inputs each of the device.

Connect one antenna output pair of the device each to the two antenna inputs of a wireless
system. To do so, use the supplied BNC cables.

Attaching and connecting
antennas.

Setting up the radio connection

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NOTICE!
External power supply

The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur­rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos­sibly the user.

Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.

Connect the 12 V outputs of the device to the 12 V power supply inputs of the wireless sys­tems. To do so, use the supplied power cords.

Connect the power adapter to the unit and then plug the power adapter into the power outlet.

Now switch on the device and the connected wireless systems.

Connect the voltage supply

Taking system in operation

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The following illustration shows how to connect the device to the optionally available paddles
and four wireless systems. Instead of paddles, you can also connect the device to the included
antennas.

Example

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5 Connections and controls

Front panel

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1 [POWER]

Main switch. Turns the device on and off.

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2, 3 [ANTENNA-A], [ANTENNA-B]

BNC chassis connectors for cable connection to the supplied UHF omni-directional antennas.

4 Socket for connecting the supplied power adapter.

5, 6 [ANT-1] … [ANT-4]

BNC chassis connectors for cable connection to the connected wireless systems

7 [OUTPUT1] … [OUTPUT4]

Power supply connections for the connected wireless systems.

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6 Technical specifications

Input impedance 50 Ω
Output impedance 50 Ω
Gain 3 dB
Bandwidth 400 MHz
Voltage supply

Power adapter (12…18 V / 3000 mA), positive pole via inner contact
Dimensions (W × H × D, without antenna) 410 mm × 45 mm × 160 mm (1RU)
Weight 2000 g

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7 Protecting the environment

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that

they are fed to a recovery. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into fire. Dispose of the bat­teries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the
environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.

Disposal of the packaging mate­rial

Disposal of batteries

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This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE). Do not dispose with your normal household waste.

Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

Disposal of your old device

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Notes

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Notes

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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de