Zaxcom TRX900, TRX800, RX4900, TRX900AA, TRX700 User Manual
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Zaxcom Digital Wireless System
User’s Manual
TRX900 TRX900AA TRX80
0 TRX700 TRX992
RX900 (M/S) IFB100
RX4900
Receiver Firmware Version:
ransmitter Firmware Version: T
Updated: 2009-03-05 - 22:47
230 West Parkway, Unit 9, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444 USA
Tel: 973-835-5000
Updated and Edited by: Ray M. Owen, Production Sound Mixer
8.76
5.98 & 5.98T
Fax: 973-835-6633
Email: info@zaxcom.com
Website: www.zaxcom.com
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 – TOPICS THAT APPLY TO MOST UNITS IN THE SYSTEM .....................................................8
TRANSCEIVERS (TXS WITH IFB, TIMECODE AND REMOTE CONTROL CAPABLE RECEIVERS) .....................................................................8
What’s included with the TRX900 ( /AA)................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Options ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
What’s included with the TRX992.............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Options ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
TRANSMITTERS ONLY ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
What’s included with the TRX700.............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Options ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
What’s included with the TRX800.............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Options ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
RECEIVERS......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
What’s included with the RX900 (M/S) .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Options ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
What’s included with the RX4900.............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Options ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
IFB/REMOTE CONTROL UNIT........................................................................................................................................................................ 9
What’s included with the IFB100................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Options ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
SYSTEM FEATURES.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
MENU SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................................................................................11
MEDIA ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
MICROPHONES............................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Compatible Lavs..............................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Compatible Stick Mics...................................................................................................................................................................................................12
General ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
BATTERY INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................................................................................................13
BATTERY LIFE .................................................................................................................................................................................................13
EXTERNAL POWER ........................................................................................................................................................................................13
COMMON SETTINGS FOR ASSOCIATED TRANSMITTERS AND RECEIVERS.................................................................................................13
FIRMWARE ......................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Upgrading the firmware in each unit ........................................................................................................................................................................14
OPERATING FREQUENCIES............................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Audio ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Remote Control, Timecode and IFB Feed.................................................................................................................................................................15
ANTENNA CABLE SELECTION ......................................................................................................................................................................15
KNOW FIRMWARE PROBLEMS ......................................................................................................................................................................15
CHAPTER 2 – DIGITAL WIRELESS SYSTEM TRANSMITTERS....................................................................... 16
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TRX900 ( /AA) BODYPACK TRANSMITTER .............................................................................................. 16
Connectors, Switches and LEDs..................................................................................................................................................................................16
Antenna........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
On/Off Switch – Internal/External Power Switch............................................................................................................................................... 16
TRX900 ( /AA) Configuration Menus......................................................................................................................................................................17
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TRX992 WIRELESS BOOM TRANSMITTER .................................................................................................. 18
Connectors, Switches and LEDs..................................................................................................................................................................................19
Antenna........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
Mix Ratio...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Headphone Fader....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Power Switch.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Battery.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Phantom Power Switch & Mic/Line Switch .......................................................................................................................................................... 19
TRX992 Configuration Menus....................................................................................................................................................................................20
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TRX700 PLUG-ON TRANSMITTER............................................................................................................... 21
Connectors, Switches and LEDs..................................................................................................................................................................................21
Antenna........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
TRX700 Configuration Menus....................................................................................................................................................................................22
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR TRX800 HANDHELD WIRELESS TRANSMITTER.......................................................................................... 23
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TRX800 Configuration Menus....................................................................................................................................................................................24
COMMON TRANSMITTER STANDARD MENU.............................................................................................................................................. 25
Normal Startup Sequence (without any card inserted)........................................................................................................................................25
Normal Startup Sequence (with a formatted card inserted)..............................................................................................................................26
Pacifier page.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Audio Gain page..............................................................................................................................................................................................................28
Audio Transmitter Frequency page............................................................................................................................................................................28
Transport Control page.................................................................................................................................................................................................28
Timecode Frame-rate page..........................................................................................................................................................................................29
Earpiece Source page {TRX9xx only}.......................................................................................................................................................................29
Lock page..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................29
Unlocking the transmitter........................................................................................................................................................................................ 29
COMMON TRANSMITTER EXTENDED MENU .............................................................................................................................................. 30
Extended Startup Sequence (without any card inserted) ....................................................................................................................................30
Extended Startup Sequence (with a formatted card inserted) ..........................................................................................................................30
Entering the Extended Menu ......................................................................................................................................................................................31
Exiting the Extended Menu .........................................................................................................................................................................................31
Highpass Filter page ......................................................................................................................................................................................................31
Limiter page .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................31
Audio Transmitter Format page .................................................................................................................................................................................31
IFB Format page..............................................................................................................................................................................................................32
IFB Enable page ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................32
IFB Voting Enable page.................................................................................................................................................................................................32
IFB Frequency page........................................................................................................................................................................................................32
Power-up Mode page ....................................................................................................................................................................................................33
Media Erase & Format page.......................................................................................................................................................................................33
To Format a card:...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
To Recreate the wrapper files (will not destroy existing audio takes): ........................................................................................................ 33
Timecode Jam Mode page...........................................................................................................................................................................................34
Timecode Source page..................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Timecode Output Enable page ...................................................................................................................................................................................34
Remote Control Group ID page..................................................................................................................................................................................34
Remote Control Unit ID page......................................................................................................................................................................................34
Expander page ................................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Dynamics page................................................................................................................................................................................................................35
ADC Location page.........................................................................................................................................................................................................36
Battery Type page ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................36
Recording Mode page ...................................................................................................................................................................................................36
Audio Transmitter Power page....................................................................................................................................................................................37
Boot Up Mode page ......................................................................................................................................................................................................37
Mute Switch Enable page ............................................................................................................................................................................................37
Left/Right Switch Mode page ......................................................................................................................................................................................37
Transmitter Name page ...............................................................................................................................................................................................39
Security Code page.........................................................................................................................................................................................................39
COMMON TRANSMITTER INDEPENDENT OPERATIONS .............................................................................................................................40
Disable the IFB Receiver during Power-up ...............................................................................................................................................................40
Display a Detailed Startup Sequence........................................................................................................................................................................40
Detailed Startup Sequence (without any card inserted)................................................................................................................................... 40
Detailed Startup Sequence (with a formatted card inserted).......................................................................................................................... 41
CHAPTER 3 – RECORDING AUDIO USING THE DIGITAL WIRELESS SYSTEM TRANSMITTERS.........42
RECORDING FORMAT ...................................................................................................................................................................................42
RECORDING MODE .......................................................................................................................................................................................42
BATTERY LIFE .................................................................................................................................................................................................42
MEDIA CAPACITY ..........................................................................................................................................................................................42
DUAL COLOR LED .......................................................................................................................................................................................43
TRANSMITTER RECORDING OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................... 43
Formatting the MiniSD Card .......................................................................................................................................................................................43
Current Timecode and Frame-rate Display .............................................................................................................................................................43
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Jamming Timecode into the Transmitter..................................................................................................................................................................43
Manually Jamming TC with a Cable ....................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Continuously Jamming TC using the IFB100........................................................................................................................................................ 44
Automatically Starting and Stopping the Recording using Timecode from the IFB100 ............................................................................. 44
CHAPTER 4 – TRX900 ( /AA) ADAPTERS...........................................................................................................45
STA100 STEREO ADAPTER........................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Installation.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................45
Adjusting the Input Level...............................................................................................................................................................................................45
Powering the STA100/STA150...................................................................................................................................................................................46
Using an External Power Source............................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Using the STA100/STA150 to Power the Transmitter..................................................................................................................................... 46
The Audio/Timecode Output Connection................................................................................................................................................................. 46
Timecode Input .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Operation of the STA100/STA150 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Host Unit functions ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
EA100 IFB EARPIECE ADAPTER....................................................................................................................................................................47
TCA100 TIMECODE ADAPTER .................................................................................................................................................................... 47
STA150 STEREO ADAPTER........................................................................................................................................................................... 48
LIMS MUTE SWITCH ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 48
CHAPTER 5 – DIGITAL WIRELESS SYSTEM RECEIVERS ................................................................................ 49
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR RX900 (M/S) ENG DIVERSITY RECEIVER.....................................................................................................49
Powering the Receiver....................................................................................................................................................................................................49
Internal Batteries........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 49
External Power Source............................................................................................................................................................................................. 49
Receiver Connections .....................................................................................................................................................................................................49
Audio Output Connector........................................................................................................................................................................................ 50
Antenna Connectors................................................................................................................................................................................................. 50
RX900 (M/S) Configuration Menus..........................................................................................................................................................................50
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR RX4900 DIVERSITY RECEIVER .......................................................................................................................51
Powering the Receiver....................................................................................................................................................................................................52
Receiver Connections .....................................................................................................................................................................................................52
Audio Output Connector........................................................................................................................................................................................ 52
Antenna Connectors................................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
RS-485 Connectors ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
RX4900 Configuration Menus....................................................................................................................................................................................53
COMMON RECEIVER STANDARD MENU......................................................................................................................................................54
Pacifier page.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Audio Receiver Frequency Select page......................................................................................................................................................................54
Audio Receiver Frequency Scan page........................................................................................................................................................................55
Best Practice: Scanning for a Low Noise Frequency ........................................................................................................................................ 55
Best Practice: Finding the Quietest Frequencies for Multiple Transmitters ............................................................................................... 55
Test Tone page................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
COMMON RECEIVER EXTENDED MENU ......................................................................................................................................................56
Entering Extended Menu..............................................................................................................................................................................................56
Exiting the Extended Menu .........................................................................................................................................................................................56
Backlight On/Off page...................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Power Saver Enable page.............................................................................................................................................................................................56
Audio Reception Format page.....................................................................................................................................................................................56
Security Code Part 0 page............................................................................................................................................................................................57
Security Code Part 1 page............................................................................................................................................................................................57
RS-485 Unit Identifier page.........................................................................................................................................................................................58
RS-485 Communication Speed page ........................................................................................................................................................................58
Left/Right Switch page...................................................................................................................................................................................................58
Preset Frequency pages (# = 0 to 9).....................................................................................................................................................................58
COMMON RECEIVER TEST MENU.................................................................................................................................................................59
Entering the Test Menu................................................................................................................................................................................................59
Exiting the Test Menu ...................................................................................................................................................................................................59
Security Enable page .....................................................................................................................................................................................................59
Antenna Signal Strength page.....................................................................................................................................................................................59
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VCO page..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................59
Reception Error Counters page...................................................................................................................................................................................59
Signal Reception Quality page..................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
CHAPTER 6 – IFB100 IFB TRANSMITTER ........................................................................................................... 60
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR IFB TRANSMITTER.......................................................................................................................................... 60
SETTING UP THE IFB100 ............................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Power Requirements ......................................................................................................................................................................................................61
Audio Input .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................61
Adjusting the Input Audio Level ............................................................................................................................................................................. 61
Timecode........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
IFB100 Configuration Menus ......................................................................................................................................................................................61
IFB100 STANDARD MENU............................................................................................................................................................................ 62
Pacifier page.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................62
Remotely Starting and Stopping the Transmitter Recorder ............................................................................................................................ 62
Remote Audio Gain Change page..............................................................................................................................................................................62
Remote Unit ID page.....................................................................................................................................................................................................62
Remote Audio Frequency Change page....................................................................................................................................................................62
Remote Power Setting Change page.........................................................................................................................................................................63
Timecode Frame-rate page..........................................................................................................................................................................................63
IFB Frequency page........................................................................................................................................................................................................63
IFB Input Mix page.........................................................................................................................................................................................................64
Lock page..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................64
Unlocking the transmitter........................................................................................................................................................................................ 64
IFB100 EXTENDED MENU ............................................................................................................................................................................64
Entering the Extended Menu ......................................................................................................................................................................................64
Exiting the Extended Menu .........................................................................................................................................................................................64
Highpass Filter page ......................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Limiter page .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
IFB Format page..............................................................................................................................................................................................................65
IFB Frequency page........................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Power-up Mode page ....................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Timecode Jam Mode page...........................................................................................................................................................................................66
Timecode Source page..................................................................................................................................................................................................66
Timecode Output Enable page ...................................................................................................................................................................................66
Remote Control Group ID page..................................................................................................................................................................................66
Remote Control Unit ID page......................................................................................................................................................................................67
IFB Transmitter Power page ........................................................................................................................................................................................67
TV Channel Minimum page.........................................................................................................................................................................................67
TV Channel Maximum page........................................................................................................................................................................................67
IFB100 INDEPENDENT OPERATIONS........................................................................................................................................................... 67
Disable the IFB Transmitter during Power-up.........................................................................................................................................................67
Display a Detailed Startup Sequence........................................................................................................................................................................68
Detailed Startup Sequence (without any card inserted)................................................................................................................................... 68
Detailed Startup Sequence (with a formatted card inserted).......................................................................................................................... 68
CHAPTER 7 – ZEDALPHA DIGITAL WIRELESS MONITORING SOFTWARE ............................................. 69
CHAPTER 8 – ZAXCONVERT UTILITY ............................................................................................................... 70
ABOUT ZAXCONVERT ................................................................................................................................................................................. 70
USING ZAXCONVERT ...................................................................................................................................................................................70
OUTPUT FILE TYPE ........................................................................................................................................................................................70
TIMECODE ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
SAMPLE-RATE CONVERSION.........................................................................................................................................................................71
MAXIMUM FILE SIZE ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
OUTPUT FILE NAME ......................................................................................................................................................................................71
TRACK ENABLE .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 71
CHAPTER 9 – EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................72
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TRX900
TRX992 SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................................................. 73
TRX700 SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................................................. 74
TRX800 SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................................................. 75
RX900 (M/S) SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................................................................... 76
RX4900 SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................76
IFB100 SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................................................ 77
CHAPTER 10 – WIRING DIAGRAMS .................................................................................................................... 78
TRX900 ( /AA) MICROPHONE CABLES (BEFORE SERIAL # 1315) ...........................................................................................................78
TRX900 ( /AA) MICROPHONE CABLES (AFTER SERIAL # 1314) ............................................................................................................. 79
CONTACT YOUR MIC’S................................................................................................................................................................................. 79
MANUFACTURER. ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 79
STA100, STA150 AND IFB100 CABLES .....................................................................................................................................................80
TRX700 JAM SYNC CABLE........................................................................................................................................................................... 80
CHAPTER 11 – SOFTWARE HISTORY.................................................................................................................81
TRX / ZFR / IFB SOFTWARE HISTORY .......................................................................................................................................................81
RX SOFTWARE HISTORY ..............................................................................................................................................................................86
CHAPTER 12 – MENU SHEETS..............................................................................................................................88
MENU SHEET FOR TRX9XX .........................................................................................................................................................................88
MENU SHEET FOR TRX700 / TRX800 ....................................................................................................................................................... 92
MENU SHEET FOR RX900 (M/S) & RX4900 .............................................................................................................................................. 95
MENU SHEET FOR IFB100.............................................................................................................................................................................97
( /AA) SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................................ 72
CHAPTER 13 – ZAXCOM WARRANTY POLICY AND LIMITATIONS .......................................................... 99
Table of Figures
Figure 1-1 TRX900 Front View................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Figure 2-1 TRX900 Front and Top Views................................................................................................................................................. 16
Figure 2-2 TRX992 Front, Top, Bottom, Back & Battery Views.......................................................................................................... 18
Figure 2-3 Internal Switches Location........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Figure 2-4 TRX700 Front & Top End Views............................................................................................................................................. 21
Figure 2-5 TRX800 Side, Mic Capsule, Body Threaded End, Body Antenna End & Barrel Views.................................................23
Figure 4-1 STA100 Front & Back Views .................................................................................................................................................... 45
Figure 4-2 STA100 attached to TRX900AA............................................................................................................................................. 46
Figure 4-3 EA100 & EA100 attached to TRX900.................................................................................................................................... 47
Figure 4-4 TCA100 attached to TRX900AA & TCA100....................................................................................................................... 47
Figure 4-5 STA150 & STA150 attached to TRX900AA ........................................................................................................................ 48
Figure 4-6 LIMS Mute Switch attached to TRX900AA & LIMS Mute Switch.....................................................................................48
Figure 5-1 RX900 (M/S) Front & RX900 (S) Rear Views....................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 5-2 RX4900 Front, Rear, Receiver & Monitor Controls Views............................................................................................... 51
Figure 5-3 RX4900 Interior – Mic/Line output level switches.............................................................................................................. 51
Figure 6-1 IFB100 Front & Side Views .......................................................................................................................................................60
Figure 7-1 ZedAlpha screen......................................................................................................................................................................... 69
Figure 8-1 ZaxConvert Windows & Mac Main screens......................................................................................................................... 70
Figure 8-2 Choose Output File Type screen............................................................................................................................................ 70
Figure 8-3 Timecode Options screen......................................................................................................................................................... 71
Figure 8-4 Output Sample Rate Conversion screen............................................................................................................................... 71
Figure 8-5 Maximum Output File Size screen........................................................................................................................................... 71
Figure 10-1 Two-wire microphone configuration (previous transmitters)........................................................................................ 78
Figure 10-2 Three-wire microphone configuration (previous transmitters) ..................................................................................... 78
Figure 10-3 Balanced Line to TRX900 ( /AA) ......................................................................................................................................... 78
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Figure 10-4 Two-wire microphone configuration (current transmitters).......................................................................................... 79
Figure 10-5 Three-wire microphone configuration (current transmitters) ....................................................................................... 79
Figure 10-6 Balanced Line to TRX900 ( /AA) ......................................................................................................................................... 79
Figure 10-7 Standard XLR-3F to TA-5F Line-level input cable ............................................................................................................. 80
Figure 10-8 LEMO-5M to 1/8” male timecode input cable.................................................................................................................... 80
Figure 10-9 LEMO-5M to XLR-3M timecode input cable...................................................................................................................... 80
Table of Tables
Table 1-1 Approved vs. Unapproved Media ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Table 1-2 Compatible Lavalier Microphones............................................................................................................................................ 12
Table 1-3 Compatible Stick Microphones................................................................................................................................................. 12
Table 1-4 Compatible Audio Settings......................................................................................................................................................... 13
Table 1-5 Compatible IFB Settings.............................................................................................................................................................. 13
Table 1-6 Audio Frequency Block Information........................................................................................................................................ 15
Table 2-1 Power Switch Positions .............................................................................................................................................................. 16
Table 2-2 TRX900 ( /AA) Standard & Extended Menus....................................................................................................................... 17
Table 2-3 TRX992 Standard & Extended Menus..................................................................................................................................... 20
Table 2-4 TRX700 Standard & Extended Menus..................................................................................................................................... 22
Table 2-5 TRX800 Standard & Extended Menus..................................................................................................................................... 24
Table 2-6 Format Error Codes.................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Table 3-1 Available Recording Time........................................................................................................................................................... 42
Table 3-2 Recorder LED Indications.......................................................................................................................................................... 43
Table 5-1 RX900 (M/S) Audio Pin-outs..................................................................................................................................................... 50
Table 5-2 RX900 (M/S) Receiver Standard, Extended & Test Menus ................................................................................................. 50
Table 5-3 RX4900 Receiver Audio Pin-outs............................................................................................................................................. 52
Table 5-4 RX4900 RS-485 Pin-outs (RJ-45).............................................................................................................................................. 52
Table 5-5 RX4900 Receiver Standard, Extended & Test Menus.......................................................................................................... 53
Table 6-1 IFB100 Standard & Extended Menus........................................................................................................................................ 61
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Chapter 1 – Topics that apply to most units in the system
Transceivers (TXs with IFB, timecode and remote control capable receivers)
What’s included with the TRX900 ( /AA)
• 1 – SSMA ‘Whip’ Antenna
• 1 – media slot dust plug
• 1 – belt clip
• 1 – blue Zaxcom storage/carrying case
• User manual on CD-ROM
• TRX10 – Internal IFB receiver (requires EA100 or STA100 for monitoring IFB audio)
Options
o TRX901 – Internal recording option
o TCA100 – Timecode adapter
o STA100 – Stereo adapter
o EA100 – Earpiece adapter
What’s included with the TRX992
• 1 – SSMA ‘Whip’ Antenna
• 1 – media slot dust plug
• 1 – belt clip
• 1 – VPX battery
• 1 – VPX battery charger (single)
• 1 – blue Zaxcom storage/carrying case
• User manual on CD-ROM
Options
o Additional VPX batteries
Transmitters only
What’s included with the TRX700
• 1 – SMA ‘Whip’ Antenna
• 1 – blue Zaxcom storage/carrying case
• User manual on CD-ROM
Options
o TRX901 – Internal recording option
What’s included with the TRX800
• 1 – SMA ‘Whip’ Antenna
• 1 – blue Zaxcom storage/carrying case
• User manual on CD-ROM
Options
o TRX901 – Internal recording option
Receivers
What’s included with the RX900 (M/S)
• 2 – SMA ‘Whip’ Antennas
• 1 – power connector
• 1 – audio output connector {RX900 (S) only}
• 1 – blue Zaxcom storage/carrying case
• User manual on CD-ROM
Options
o A/C power supply
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What’s included with the RX4900
• A/C power supply
• User manual on CD-ROM
Options
o 8 dB gain passive 50 ohm log-periodic (“Shark-fin”) antenna
IFB/Remote Control Unit
What’s included with the IFB100
• 1 – 2.4 GHz SMA antenna
• 1 – power connector
• 1 – media slot dust plug
• 1 – audio output connector
• 1 – blue Zaxcom storage/carrying case
• User manual on CD-ROM
Options
o A/C power supply
o 2.4 GHz, 6 dB gain, omni-directional antenna – Recommended for indoor or studio use where it can be
placed in the center of the studio.
o 2.4 GHz, 15 dB gain, directional antenna – Recommended for positioning against a wall, or when a
directional transmission is desired.
o 10 foot cable (~3 meter) from the IFB100 to the 2.4 GHz antenna
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System Features
• Superb audio quality that rivals a hardwired microphone
• Fault tolerant broadcast quality recording
• Digital modulation wireless transmission
• Digital drop-out protection
• 24 hours of audio directly on a 4 GB removable MiniSD card
• Audio recording and transmission at 24 bits/48 kHz
• Supports both record/stop and continuous loop recording
• Backlit graphic Liquid Crystal Display
• Frequency selectable highpass filter
• Selectable peak limiter
• Lightweight rugged design
• Efficient keypad for one-handed operation
• Integrated timecode reception
• RF remote control of TRX9xx transmitters:
o Audio gain (Raise/Lower)
o Recording (Stop/Start)
o Transmitter power (On/Standby)
o Remote frequency change
• Transmission delay:
o US Mono mode – 3.6 ms
o Euro mode – 6 ms
o Stereo mode – 6 ms
• Battery runtime:
o TRX900 – up to five hours on one CR123 battery
o TRX900AA – up to ten hours on two AA Lithium batteries
o TRX992 – up to four hours on one VPX battery
o TRX700 – up to four hours on two AA Lithium batteries
o TRX800 – up to five hours on one CR123 battery
o RX900 (M/S) – up to four hours on four AA NiMH batteries
o RX4900 – no internal batteries, always runs on external power
o IFB100 – no internal batteries, always runs on external power
• Size and weight: (H x W x D – while looking at the screen)
o TRX900 – 2.3” x 2.3” x 0.65” – 58 mm x 58 mm x 17 mm – 4.0 oz – 113g
o TRX900AA – 3.38” x 2.3” x 0.65” – 86 mm x 58 mm x 17 mm – 4.0 oz – 113g
o TRX992 – 5.5” x 2.9” x 1.1” – 140 mm x 74 mm x 28 mm – 13.2 oz – 374g
o TRX700 – 1.75” x 3.75” x 1.75” – 44 mm x 95 mm x 44 mm – 6.6 oz – 187g
o TRX800:
Body – 6.12” x 1.5” – 155 mm x 38 mm – 8.2 oz – 232g
Capsule (example) – 3.0” x 3.0” – 76 mm x 76 mm – 4.9 oz – 139g
o RX900 (M/S) – 1.25” x 3.25” x 5.25” – 32 mm x 83 mm x 133 mm – 4.0 oz – 113g
o RX4900 – 1.75” x 19.0” x 7.94” – 44 mm x 483 mm x 202 mm – 4.2 lbs – 1.9kg
o IFB100 – 3.44” x 3.88” x 0.9” – 87 mm x 99 mm x 23 mm – 6.0 oz – 170g
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Menu System
The user interface for each unit consists of a Liquid Crystal Display with 3 keys, as follows:
• MENU – Menu page/function select: press once to move to the next menu page.
• INC (up arrow) – Increment the current parameter selected by the MENU key.
• DEC (down arrow) – Decrement the current parameter selected by the MENU key.
Each menu has several pages allowing you to change configuration settings. All of these settings are stored in Flash
ROM immediately after making the change.
Figure 1-1 TRX900 Front View
Media
Some of the units read from and/or record to a MiniSD card, which is inserted into the MiniSD media slot. All of
the transmitters use a MiniSD card to update the unit’s firmware. To be safe, you must use approved media:
Media Manufacturer’s ID Approved?
SanDisk & Transcend 4GB SDHC MiniSD YES
ALL Dane-Elec NO
SanDisk 2GB MiniSD (retail packaging) SDSDM-2048-A10M YES
SanDisk 2GB MiniSD (bulk packaging) SDSDM-2048, Bulk YES
ALL SanDisk MicroSD (with MiniSD adapter) YES
ALL SanDisk Ultra NO
ALL SanDisk Ultra II NO
Transcend 2GB (x80) MiniSD TS2GSDM80 YES
ALL Transcend (x45) NO
Transcend 4GB MiniSD TS4GSDM80 YES
Any brand that prints the info on a sticker applied to the chip NO
IMPORTANT: To use any 4GB card, V5.53 or greater is required
If unapproved media is used, it can become jammed in the MiniSD socket and damage it.
CAUTION: Damage resulting from using unapproved media is not covered by the warranty.
Do not use SanDisk Ultra II cards. Formatting one of them may make it unusable.
Table 1-1 Approved vs. Unapproved Media
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Microphones
Compatible Lavs
Compatible Stick Mics
Use one of the following microphone models:
Brand Model Voltage Notes
Countryman B6 1.5
Countryman E6 omni
Countryman EMW 1.5 Specify for use with Zaxcom
DPA 4063-BMZ 3 Use only the Zaxcom 3.3 V model
Sanken COS-11D
Sennheiser MKE-2 Platinum 3
Sennheiser MKE-2 Gold
New model – YES.
Older models – NO
Shure WL50 5
Sony ECM77
Tram TR-50
Voice Tech. VT401HS
Voice Tech VT506
Voice Tech. VT910
Table 1-2 Compatible Lavalier Microphones
Additional microphones will be added to this list after a review of their 3.3v power performance and RF
interference susceptibility has been completed.
Use one of the following microphone models:
Brand Model Voltage Notes
Schoeps CMC6MK41
Sennheiser MKH 40 Older models may pickup some RFI
Sennheiser MKH 50
Sennheiser MKH 60
Sennheiser MKH 816
Table 1-3 Compatible Stick Microphones
Additional microphones will be added to this list after a review of their RF interference susceptibility has been
completed.
General
The TRX900 ( /AA) has an unbalanced microphone input accessed through a 3-pin micro-LEMO connector. You
can use an unbalanced dynamic microphone or a powered lavaliere. It is recommended that you use 3-wire
lavalieres with separate pins for ground, audio and power.
When using a line-level input, an inline pad is required on the standard dynamic microphone input cable (XLR-3 to
3-pin micro-LEMO).
When using a phantom powered microphone with the TRX900 ( /AA), you must use an external 48 VDC power
supply. The TRX700 and TRX992 are the only Zaxcom transmitters that include a 48 VDC phantom power
supply.
NOTE: Once upon a time, the Denecke 48V power supply could damage the now discontinued Goldline
transmitter’s preamp. This is NOT the case with the TRX900 ( /AA).
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Battery Installation
Each unit may require one to four batteries.
CAUTION: Always observe the correct battery polarity. The negative contact on the battery is always
connected to the spring contact.
Never use any battery that is missing insulation on its body. If you do, it can cause a short circuit in the
battery compartment, causing damage to the unit.
Battery Life
IMPORTANT: If operating using internal batteries, it is recommended that you use only Lithium or
rechargeable NiMH. Any other battery chemistry including Alkaline and Ultra batteries have a substantially
reduced runtime compared to Lithium or NiMH cells. This is true for all Zaxcom units.
External Power
Some of the units can be powered from an external power source. The external power connection is a 2.5 mm
(0.1”) barrel connector. The center pin is positive. The connector for the receiver (761K) is longer than the
connector for the STA100 and IFB100 (760K). The 760K will not work in the receiver.
Common Settings for Associated Transmitters and Receivers
The following settings must agree, to allow associated AUDIO transmitters and receivers to work together:
AUDIO Transmitter side AUDIO Receiver side
Standard Menu
Audio Transmitter Frequency page
Extended Menu
Audio Transmission Format page
Security Code page
The following settings must agree, to allow associated IFB100 and TRX9xx units to work together:
Table 1-4 Compatible Audio Settings
Standard Menu
Audio Receiver Frequency Select page
Extended Menu
Audio Reception Format page
Security Code Part 0 page
Security Code Part 1 page
IFB Transmitter side IFB Receiver side
Install the same or compatible versions.
Install the same or compatible versions.
Extended Menu
Remote Control Group ID page
Standard Menu
Remote Unit ID page
IFB Transmitter Frequency page
Table 1-5 Compatible IFB Settings
Extended Menu
IFB Receiver Enable page
Remote Control Group ID page
IFB Receiver Frequency page
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Firmware
Each unit is shipped with the latest firmware version installed. For the TRX900, TRX900AA, TRX992, TRX700,
TRX800 and IFB100, as newer firmware becomes available, it can be downloaded from the Zaxcom website
(http://zaxcom.com/software_up dates.htm
Zaxcom, Inc to upgrade its firmware.
Each time a unit is powered up, the firmware version number is displayed briefly on the LCD screen.
). For the RX900 (M/S) and RX4900, the unit must be returned to
Upgrading the firmware in each unit
By upgrading the software, the range and feature set will dramatically increase over time. Zaxcom has a reputation
for constantly adding additional features and user suggestions during the product’s lifetime. This ensures that your
wireless system will perform better and better, the longer you own it.
Each unit can be programmed by downloading the program from the Zaxcom website and loading it onto a MiniSD
memory card. Once the program is on the card, insert it into the unit. Simultaneously hold down the INC and
DEC keys while powering up the unit. The screen will display the sequence below. From power up to “DONE”
takes about 30 seconds. Upon completion, cycle the power (power down the unit and then power it up again) to
run on the new version.
LCD
SYNTH AB
PCB REV B 0150
VER #-### {03}
FOUND SD CARD
PCB REV B 0150
BURN ROM
TRX-###.bin
ERASE0...
TRX-###.bin
ERASE1 . . .
TRX-###.bin
BURNING ROM . . .
TRX-###.bin
READ BACK TEST
DONE
(#-### – indicates the currently installed version.)
(TRX-###.BIN – indicates the firmware package being loaded.)
(At this point, the firmware has been installed and the system is verifying the
install.)
(The install process has completed successfully.)
CAUTION: Do not power down the unit during the upgrade process.
Before installing the upgrade, be sure to insert a fresh set of batteries. If the unit should lose power during
the upgrade, it will need to be sent back to Zaxcom for repair.
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Operating Frequencies
Audio
All audio transmitters and receivers operate on one of the following frequency blocks:
Block Frequency Range
TV
Blocks
Block Frequency Range
TV
Blocks
20 518.000 to 542.000 22 to 25 27 686.000 to 722.000 50 to 55
21 536.000 to 572.000 25 to 30 28 722.000 to 746.000 56 to 59
22 560.000 to 590.000 29 to 33 29 740.000 to 770.000 59 to 63
23 590.000 to 614.000 34 to 37 30 764.000 to 794.000 63 to 67
24 614.000 to 644.000 38 to 42 31 794.000 to 818.000 68 to 71
25 638.000 to 668.000 42 to 46 32 818.000 to 842.000 72 to 75
26 662.000 to 692.000 46 to 50 33 838.000 to 854.000 79 to 80
Table 1-6 Audio Frequency Block Information
IMPORTANT: Between 17 February and 12 June 2009, the USA will phase out analog television. As a result, on
12 June, frequencies between 698.0 and 806.0 MHz will no longer be available for use in the USA.
Only the frequencies in one specific block are available to a particular transmitter and its associated receiver.
Coordinate with your dealer or Zaxcom to determine which block(s) are the best to use in your area(s).
Remote Control, Timecode and IFB Feed
If the optional IFB feed and IFB remote control options are included, their frequency range is:
Current model for use Worldwide: 2.403 to 2.475 GHz
Antenna Cable Selection
When selecting a cable to use, it should be as short as possible. When using standard cable, the recommended
length should not exceed 10 feet. However, if greater than 10 feet is needed, a very low loss cable should be used.
For maximum performance, use only high quality 50 ohm coax cable and only as much as is required, otherwise
the receiver’s sensitivity may suffer.
When permanently installing cables, use ½” Andrew heliax (http://awapps.commscope.com/catalog). Using
heliax cable, a run of 100 feet (~ 30.5 meters) can be achieved without significant power loss.
Know Firmware Problems
Transmitters
• PROBLEM: Naming your transmitter “ZAXCOMSD” in the Transmitter Name page, will cause the Format
function in the Media Erase & Format page
WORKAROUND: Don’t do that.
• PROBLEM: The first audio segment is always timecode stamped with 00:00:00.
WORKAROUND: Go into record mode for a few seconds, after the card has been initialized. Any
recording after this point will have the correct timecode recorded in the file.
Receivers
NONE
IFB
NONE
to fail.
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Chapter 2 – Digital Wireless System Transmitters
This chapter is intended to quickly familiarize you with the functions of each of the Digital Wireless System
transmitters.
Getting to Know Your TRX900 ( /AA) Bodypack Transmitter
Both the TRX900 and TRX900AA are identical in operation. The only difference is the type of battery used. The
TRX900 uses a single CR123 battery, whereas the TRX900AA uses two AA batteries (Lithium or NiMH). This
section was written based on firmware version 5.98.
1.
2. 1. LCD screen
2. INC key
3. 3. DEC key
4. MENU key
4. 5. IFB antennas and receiver
5.
6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
6. SSMA antenna connector
7. MiniSD media slot
8. Power/Record LED
9. Power switch
10. Three pin micro-LEMO connector
(mic side = FGB.00.303.CLAD.22)
11. Battery door & compartment
Figure 2-1 TRX900 Front and Top Views
Antenna
Connectors, Switches and LEDs
The transmitter uses a gold plated SSMA connector. Included is an antenna, cut to the correct length for your
transmitter’s specific frequency block. You should periodically check that the connector is still securely tightened.
On/Off Switch – Internal/External Power Switch
The Power switch is intentionally set below the frame of the transmitter to prevent accidentally turning it ‘OFF’
during use.
When the Zaxcom Stereo Adapter is connected, the On/Off switch becomes an internal or external power select
switch.
Switch Position
No Stereo Adapter
Installed
Stereo Adapter
Installed
‘ON’ ‘ON’ Internal Power
‘OFF’ ‘OFF’ External Power
Table 2-1 Power Switch Positions
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TRX900 ( /AA) Configuration Menus
There are seven Standard and twenty-five Extended menu pages, as follows:
Standard Menu Extended Menu
Pacifier page Highpass Filter page
Audio Gain page Limiter page
Audio Tx Frequency page Audio Tx Format page
Transport Control page IFB Format page
Timecode Frame-rate page IFB Enable page
Earpiece Source page IFB Voting Enable page
Lock page IFB Frequency page
Power-up Mode page
Media Erase & Format page
Timecode Jam Mode page
Timecode Source page
Timecode Output Enable page
Remote Control Group ID page
Remote Control Unit ID page
Expander page
Dynamics page
ADC Location page
Battery Type page
Recording Mode page
Audio Tx Power page
Boot-up Mode page
Mute Switch Enable page
Left/Right Switch Mode page
Transmitter Name page
Security Code page
Table 2-2 TRX900 ( /AA) Standard & Extended Menus
Each time the MENU key is pressed, the menu advances to the next page, in sequence.
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Getting to Know Your TRX992 Wireless Boom Transmitter
The TRX992 uses a single VPX battery (Lithium-Ion). Additional batteries, at a very reasonable price, can be found
where Black & Decker power tools are sold. This section was written based on firmware version 5.98T.
IMPORTANT: The software for the TRX992 is a separate version from the software used by the remaining
Wireless equipment. The software version # will ALWAYS end with “T”.
1. 6. 7. 8. 9.
2.
3.
4.
10. 11. 12.
5.
13. 14. 15.
1. LCD screen
2. INC key
3. DEC key
4. MENU key
5. IFB receivers & antennas
6. Mix ratio (IFB signal/Mic direct)
7. MiniSD media slot
8. Power switch
9. 1/8” headphone jack
10. Headphone fader
11. Antenna connector (SSMA)
12. Power/Record LED
13. VPX battery
14. VPX battery latch
15. Boom mic connector (XLR-3F)
16. Belt clip on back
17. VPX battery 16. 17.
Figure 2-2 TRX992 Front, Top, Bottom, Back & Battery Views
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Connectors, Switches and LEDs
Antenna
The transmitter has a gold plated SMA connector. Included is an antenna cut to the correct length for your
transmitter’s specific frequency block. You should periodically check that the connector is still securely tightened.
Mix Ratio
This fader controls the ratio between the audio coming directly from the mic and audio coming from the IFB feed
and is enabled when you set IFB Earpiece Source page
NOTE: If you choose to mix the audio with the IFB return audio you will hear phasing. The reason is the slight
delay in the transmission process before it gets to your headphone. That delayed IFB audio, in concert with
to IFB MIX ALL.
the audio coming directly from the mic, is what causes this phasing, and is totally normal.
Headphone Fader
This fader controls the volume level to the 1/8” headphone jack. When first putting your headphones, be sure to
turn OFF (full counter-clockwise) the headphone volume.
Power Switch
This switch is not as low profile as those on the TRX900 ( /AA). Since this unit is not being used on talent, it
should not be a problem.
Battery
The VPX battery slides in to the battery opening in the bottom of the unit. Be sure to press it in far enough that it
clicks (locks) in place. To remove the battery, press the red edge inward and gently pull the battery out.
Phantom Power Switch & Mic/Line Switch
See Fig 2-3 to get your bearings. Looking inside the opening for the battery, behind the XLR-3F, you will see a red
base and two black switches sticking up from it. The closest switch is for phantom power. Pushing it away from
the bottom is ON. The farthest switch is for Mic/Line-level selection. The closest position is for Line-level.
Mic/Line-in Switch Phantom Power
Figure 2-3 Internal Switches Location
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TRX992 Configuration Menus
There are seven Standard and twenty-five Extended menu pages, as follows:
Standard Menu Extended Menu
Pacifier page Highpass Filter page
Audio Gain page Limiter page
Audio Tx Frequency page Audio Tx Format page
Transport Control page IFB Format page
Timecode Frame-rate page IFB Rx Enable page
Earpiece Source page IFB Voting Enable page
Lock page IFB Frequency page
Power-up Mode page
Media Erase & Format page
Timecode Jam Mode page
Timecode Source page
Timecode Output Enable page
Remote Control Group ID page
Remote Control Unit ID page
Expander page
Dynamics page
ADC Location page
Battery Type page
Recording Mode page
Audio Tx Power page
Boot-up Mode page
Mute Switch Enable page
Left/Right Switch Mode page
Transmitter Name page
Security Code page
Table 2-3 TRX992 Standard & Extended Menus
Each time the MENU key is pressed, the menu advances to the next page, in sequence.
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Getting to Know Your TRX700 Plug-on Transmitter
The TRX700 uses two AA type batteries (Lithium or NiMH). It includes a switch on the side of the case to turn
ON/OFF the 48 VDC phantom power. There is a MiniSD slot behind the battery cover, which is used to update
the Operating System and to record audio. This section was written based on firmware version 5.98.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
9. 10. 11. 12.
1. LCD screen 7. Battery compartment
2. Battery cover 8. MiniSD media slot (shown w/ card)
3. Battery cover retention screw 9. MENU key
4. INC key 10. Phantom On/Off (on bottom)
5. DEC key 11. Power switch
6. Microphone connector (XLR-3F) 12. Antenna connector (SMA)
b
b
n
n
Figure 2-4 TRX700 Front & Top End Views
Antenna
The transmitter uses a gold plated SSMA connector. Included is an antenna cut to the correct length for your
Connectors, Switches and LEDs
transmitter’s specific frequency block. You should periodically check that the connector is still securely tightened.
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TRX700 Configuration Menus
There are six Standard and nineteen Extended menu pages, as follows:
Standard Menu Extended Menu
Pacifier page Highpass Filter page
Audio Gain page Limiter page
Audio Tx Frequency page Audio Tx Format page
Transport Control page Power-up Mode page
Timecode Frame-rate page Media Erase & Format page
Lock page Timecode Jam Mode page
Timecode Source page
Timecode Output Enable page
Expander page
Dynamics page
ADC Location page
Battery Type page
Recording Mode page
Audio Tx Power page
Boot-up Mode page
Mute Switch Enable page
Left/Right Switch Mode page
Transmitter Name page
Security Code page
Table 2-4 TRX700 Standard & Extended Menus
Each time the MENU key is pressed, the menu advances to the next page, in sequence.
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Getting to Know Your TRX800 Handheld Wireless Transmitter
1. 2.
The TRX800 uses a single CR123 battery.
Uses screw-on microphone capsules made by Shure™ and Neumann™. Be aware that to use a Neumann capsule,
a special adapter is required. Check with Zaxcom Sales for price and availability. This section was written based
on firmware version 5.98.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
1. Mic capsule 6. Battery door (power switch inside) 11. DEC key
2. Mic body 7. MiniSD media slot 12. INC key
3. Capsule contacts 8. Antenna connector (SMA) 13. LCD screen
4. Body contact pins 9. RECORD key
5. Pad switch (10 dB) 10. MENU key
Figure 2-5 TRX800 Side, Mic Capsule, Body Threaded End, Body Antenna End & Barrel Views
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TRX800 Configuration Menus
There are six Standard and fourteen Extended menu pages, as follows:
Standard Menu Extended Menu
Pacifier page Highpass Filter page
Audio Gain page Limiter page
Audio Tx Frequency page Audio Tx Format page
Transport Control page Power-up Mode page
Timecode Frame-rate page Media Erase & Format page
Lock page Timecode Output Enable page
Expander page
Dynamics page
Battery Type page
Recording Mode page
Boot-up Mode page
Left/Right Switch Mode page
Transmitter Name page
Security Code page
Table 2-5 TRX800 Standard & Extended Menus
Each time the MENU key is pressed, the menu advances to the next page, in sequence.
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Common Transmitter Standard Menu
Normal Startup Sequence (without any card inserted)
LCD
SYNTH AB
LOWER POWER MODE
IFB IS OFF 0
PCB REVB 0150
VER #-### (03)
***NO CARD***
NAME:
CCCCCCCC
ZAXCOM V#-###
TRX900 SN:#####
LOW BATTERY
1.60V
581.6
??H
STOP
(Optional entry – only occurs if Low Power mode is fully enabled.)
(
PCB REV B – indicates the printed-circuit board is revision “B”.)
(
#–### – indicates the currently installed firmware version.)
(
0150 – Programmable logic device revision code. ‘0000’ means no
timecode input available.)
(CCCCCCCC – displays the “Name” entered in the Extended Menu.
The default is “
SN:” followed by the unit serial number.)
(##### – indicates the transmitter’s serial number, hardwired into the
printed-circuit board.)
(This screen appears when the battery has to be changed.)
(Be aware, if you get either alert, the unit may not go into Record mode.)
(The outline of the battery symbol starts blinking when the voltage reaches
a low level.)
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Normal Startup Sequence (with a formatted card inserted)
LCD
SYNTH AB
LOWER POWER MODE
IFB IS OFF 0
PCB REVB 0150
VER #-### (03)
FOUND SD CARD
### CCCCCC
(Optional entry – only occurs if Low Power mode is fully enabled.)
({03} – indicates options available: 00-none, 01-record, 02-IFB, 03-IFB &
record.)
### CCCCCC – Indicates the size of the card {i.e. 2 GBYTES or 512
(
MBYTES)
SIZELBA 1
SEG # _
FOUND # SEGS
MODE=???????
ZAXCOM V#-###
TRX900 SN:#####
LOW BATTERY
1.60V
581.6
3.0H
STOP
(Optional screen – occurs if the recording was not correctly closed.)
(
# – indicates how many previous recording(s) were found.)
??????? – indicates which Transmission Format was set in the Extended
(
Menu.)
(This screen appears when the battery has to be changed.)
(Be aware, if you get either alert, the unit may not go into Record mode.)
581.6
RX
REC
(As soon as the initialization sequence has completed, assuming no errors, the
unit immediately goes into Record mode, indicated by
LREC or REC.)
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Pacifier page
581.6
581.6
581.6
LOW2
##H
STOP
RX
R#!
STOP
RX
REC
REC
Page purpose: This is the default page at startup and displays the following information:
• transmitter frequency • remaining battery capacity
• available recording time
• IFB receive indicator • recording mode •
audio input level
• recording buffer overrun • current power mode
Press the INC or DEC key to temporarily display the current battery voltage in place of the battery icon.
Power Modes, indicated by the frequency field:
•
•
•
NOTE: It is not possible to remotely power-down only one TRX9zz unit. It is an all or nothing event.
Receiver/Recorder status appears to the right of the frequency:
• ###H or
581.6 – When the transmitter frequency is displayed the unit is fully powered up.
LOW1 – The RF Power Amplifier is disabled.
LOW2 – The RF Power Amplifier, RF Board and Mic Pre-amp are all disabled.
##M or
##S – Indicates the remaining available recording time in hours, minutes and finally seconds. This item is
only displayed if a MiniSD card is available for recording and the Recording Mode page
is set to
NON-LOOP RECORD.
•
RX – This flag will be displayed alternately with the remaining recording available recording time, if the
IFB100 is running and the TRX900 is receiving it.
NOTE: The
possible to receive IFB audio from another transmitter within range, even if it does not have the same
Group ID. IFB audio is the only transmission between the IFB100 and TRZ9xx units that does not use
the Group ID as a filter.
G – Momentarily appears to the right of the RX flag, when a Gain Change command is received from
•
R#! – Recording buffer overrun indicator (# = 1 to 9). If it reaches 9, the recording will stop; this means
•
MAX! – Occurs either when the 254
•
FULL – Appears to the left of the recording mode STOP when the card is full and the unit’s Recording
•
NOTE: If
RX flag indicates that an IFB100 is being received on the IFB frequency you picked. It is
the IFB100.
the card is too slow or has been removed.
already has 254 takes. That is the maximum number of takes that can be recorded on one card, no
matter how large or small it is.
Mode page is set to Non-Loop Record.
th
take is currently being recorded or when a card is inserted that
MAX! and FULL both apply, only one of them will be displayed.
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Recording modes:
STOP – Recording is stopped (accompanied by 1 beep).
•
•
LREC – Recording is started and Loop Record mode is enabled (accompanied by 2 beeps).
•
REC – Recording is started and Non-Loop Record mode is enabled (accompanied by 2 beeps).
•
WAIT – May appear just before going into record, or if the card is ejected while recording.
Audio Gain page
GAIN 20dB
Page purpose: This page adjusts the mic gain, using the INC or DEC key.
Parameters: [value range: 0 to 52, step: 2]
When audio is applied to the microphone input, the LCD indicates the signal strength using a bar graph displayed
horizontally from left to right (-40 to 0 dBFS). The gain should be set so that the meter is peaking between -20 and
-10 dBFS. This is about half way between -20 and 0 dBFS on the meter. If no microphone is connected, the bar
graph remains blank.
The transmitter features a digitally controlled analog limiter that is situated before the A/D converter. This
prevents the A/D convertor from clipping by automatically attenuating the mic gain when excessive audio is
detected.
The limiter engages before the signal exceeds the digital capabilities of the signal path. The limiter activates at -6
dBFS. The gain level should be set low enough to prevent it from engaging, even when talent is screaming.
Audio Transmitter Frequency page
TXFREQ 581.6
Transport Control page
Page purpose: This page sets the audio transmitter’s center frequency.
Parameters: [value range: (see Table 1.3), step: .1]
The transmitter can operate on any frequency between 518.0 and 870.0 MHz but your unit can only operate in its
assigned block within this frequency range.
There is a one-second delay while moving to a new frequency. If the frequency is changed quickly, the transmitter
remains quiet until the desired frequency has been selected.
When operating multiple transmitters in the same area, it is recommended that you use at least 1 MHz separation
between radios. If audio frequencies are difficult to obtain, the minimum spacing can be as low as 0.6 MHz while
using US modulation, or 0.5 MHz while using European modulation. Using a large frequency separation between
each transmitter aids in their clear reception. Maintaining a distance of 20 feet or more between transmitter and
receiver also aids in reception when several transmitters are used at the same time. This will prevent any
transmitter from de-sensing any of the receivers.
Frequency planning programs, which are used to prevent intermodulation problems, are not needed when using
the Zaxcom Digital Wireless system. However, if regular FM wireless mics are being used near the Zaxcom
system, you must plan your frequency assignments to prevent intermodulation. When two FM transmitters come
close to each other, they can produce interference on adjacent frequencies. Since this interference is transmitted
over the air, there is no way for a Zaxcom receiver to reject it. However, Zaxcom transmitters do not suffer
from this problem.
STOP 00:00:00:00
000:
Page purpose: This page allows the operator to review the recorded audio.
The top line, left-hand side displays the current mode:
timecode based on the current mode. The bottom line contains the count of recording segments on the currently
installed card.
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The transport control page changes based on whether the transmitter is in Play mode, Stop mode or is displaying
the current timecode information.
Enter the Transport Control page
Repeatedly press the MENU key until the transport status is shown on the left side of the LCD. The current
transport timecode is displayed while in the transport control page.
Stop mode (playback)
Pressing the DEC key places the transmitter in Stop mode. While in Stop mode, the playback pointer can be
moved backward by pressing the DEC key.
Play mode (playback)
Pressing the INC key places the transmitter in Play mode. While in Play mode, the playback pointer can be
moved forward by pressing the INC key.
The current playback timecode is displayed in the transport control page.
Exiting the Transport Control page
Pressing the MENU key returns the transmitter to Record mode at the last recorded location on the media.
Timecode Frame-rate page
TIMECODE 30NDF
GEN 00:00:00:00
Page purpose: This page sets the frame-rate used to record audio on the inserted MiniSD card and displays the
timecode as it is being recorded.
Parameters: [23.98] / [24] / [25] / [29.97NDF] / [29.97DF] / [30NDF] / [30DF]
Earpiece Source page {TRX9xx only}
IFB EARPIECE:
IFB RX AUDIO
Page purpose: This page establishes the source for the audio being monitored during operation.
Parameters:
• IFB MIX ALL – the earpiece receives its audio from both the media and the IFB receiver.
•
IFB RX AUDIO – the earpiece receives its audio from the IFB receiver.
•
REC/PLAY – the earpiece receives its audio from the media.
Lock page
LOCK 5
LOCKED 00:00:00:0
Page purpose: This page enables a lock function to prevent accidentally changing settings.
This page has a five-second countdown. After the timer expires, the display indicates LOCKED.
Locking the controls prevents accidently changing settings. As a safety feature, while the unit is locked, only the
unlock combination is available.
Press the INC or DEC key to temporarily display the current battery voltage in place of the battery icon.
If you scan past the LOCK display to the next menu page, the LOCK will not engage.
Unlocking the transmitter
Simultaneously press the MENU and INC keys. Once it is unlocked, the screen will display the Pacifier page.
Powering down the unit will also clear the lock.
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Common Transmitter Extended Menu
Extended Startup Sequence (without any card inserted)
Extended Startup Sequence (with a formatted card inserted)
These menu pages contain parameters that are infrequently changed.
LCD
SYNTH AB
LOWER POWER MODE
IFB IS OFF 0
PCB REVB 0150
VER #-### (03)
***NO CARD***
EXT MENU APR 9
#-### 17:31:17
ZAXCOM V#-###
TRX900 SN:#####
EXTENDED MENU
PRESS UP TO EXIT
LCD
SYNTH AB
LOWER POWER MODE
IFB IS OFF 0
PCB REVB 0150
VER #-### (03)
FOUND SD CARD
PCB REVB 0150
EXT MENU APR 9
#-### 17:31:17
FOUND # SEGS
MODE=???????
ZAXCOM V#-###
TRX900 SN:#####
EXTENDED MENU
PRESS UP TO EXIT
(Optional entry – only occurs if Low Power mode has been fully enabled.)
(PCB REVB – indicates the printed-circuit board is revision “B”.)
(
#–### – indicates the version of the firmware loaded.)
(
0150 – Programmable logic device revision code. ‘0000’ means no
timecode input available.)
(##### – indicates the transmitter’s serial number, hardwired into the
printed-circuit board.)
(Optional entry – only occurs if Low Power mode has been fully enabled.)
({03} – indicates options available: 00-none, 01-record, 02-IFB, 03-IFB &
record.)
(# – indicates how many previous recording(s) were found.)
(
??????? – indicates which Transmission Format was set in the Extended
Menu.)
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