DAPAudio ER-216 User manual
ER-216 V2
ORDERCODE D143079
ORDERCODE D143082
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DAP Audio
DAP Audio ER-216™ Product Guide
Warning.........................................................................................................................................................................
Unpacking Instructions............................................................................................................................................
Safety-instructions...................................................................................................................................................
Operating Determinations.....................................................................................................................................
Return Procedure....................................................................................................................................................
Claims.......................................................................................................................................................................
Description..…..............................................................................……….……………………………….….....................
Features………………………………………………………………………………….………………….….....................
Overview ..…………………………………………………………………………………….………....……....................
Frontside.………………………………………………………………………….………....……………….......................
Backside.………………………………………………………………………….………....……………..….....................
LCD Display……………………………………………………………………….………....……………..….....................
Installation...............................................................................…...……………………………………..……………….....
Set Up and Operation.....................................................................……..…………………………….…........................
Set Up ……………….............................................…………………………………...................……...........................
Approval.............……............................….......................................………..………….…….………….….....................
CE- certificates……............................….......................................………..………….…….………….…........................
Attaching the 19” flaps............................….......................................………..………….…….…………......................
Connection Cables..............................….......................................………..………….…….………….…......................
Maintenance………..............................….......................................………..………….…….………….….....................
Troubleshooting………..............................…................................………..………….…….………….…........................
Product Specifications.................................................................……………….…….…………………........................
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WARNING
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE YOUR INITIAL START-UP!
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure
that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and
retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself
shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be
returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this system has to:
-be qualified
-follow the instructions of this manual
Before you initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation. Should
there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the system.
To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to
follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the system are not subject to
warranty.
This system contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing to qualified technicians only.
IMPORTANT:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-
observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the system.
Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables! Handle the AC- adaptor and all
connections with the mains with particular caution!
Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit.
Never use anything to cover the ground contact.
Never leave any cables lying around.
Do not insert objects into air vents.
Do not connect this system to a dimmerpack.
Do not switch the system on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life.
Do not open the device and do not modify the device.
Only use system indoor, avoid contact with water or other liquids.
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Always disconnect power from the mains, when system is not used. Only handle the AC-adaptor
by the plug. Never pull out the adaptor by tugging the cord.
CAUTION!
Keep this system away from rain and moisture!
CAUTION! Be careful with your operations.
With a dangerous voltage you can suffer
a dangerous electric shock when touching the wires!
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Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground.
Make sure you don’t use the wrong kind of cables or defective cables.
Please turn off the power switch, when changing the AC- adaptor or signal cable, or select the
input mode switch.
If system is dropped or struck, disconnect mains power supply immediately. Have a qualified
engineer inspect for safety before operating.
If the system has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do
not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your system. Leave
the system switched off until it has reached room temperature.
If your Dap Audio device fails to work properly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit
securely (preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Dap Audio dealer for
service.
Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only.
WARRANTY: Till one year after date of purchase.
OPERATING DETERMINATIONS
If this system is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer
damages and the warranty becomes void.
Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.
Return Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number (RMA number). Products returned
without an RMA number will be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail aftersales@highlite.nl and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the
return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the
customer’s responsibility. Highlite reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace
product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA number, please include the following information on a piece of paper
inside the box:
1) Your name
2) Your address
3) Your phone number
4) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any short-
comings and/or visible defects, or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their
disposal. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be
reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise.
It is the customer's responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is
damaged due to shipping. Transportation damage has to be reported to us within one day after receipt
of the delivery.
Any return shipment has to be made post-paid at all times. Return shipments must be accompanied with
a letter defining the reason for return shipment. Non-prepaid return shipments will be refused, unless
otherwise agreed in writing.
Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the
invoice. After this period complaints will not be handled anymore.
Complaints will only then be considered if the client has so far complied with all parts of the agreement,
regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting.
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Description of the device
Features
The ER-216 is a wireless receiver from Dap Audio.
• 2 Frequencies available: 790-814 MHz: ordernr: D143079
822-846 MHz: ordernr: D143082
• 2 channel 16 Freq. PLL Receiver
• Preset 16 selectable UHF channels
• Diversity technology permits minimum dropouts in the RF link.
• Noise mute and pilot tone squelch circuit eliminate unwanted signal and noise interference
• LCD Display
• 19" /1HU rack metal housing
• Lock-on function is provided.
• Equipped with unbalanced AF Output and balanced XLR outputs (RX1 & RX2).
• Tuned antennas extend the effective range of the wireless link.
Overview
Fig. 1
1) Volume Control 1
2) Up / Down Channel LEFT
3) LCD Display
4) Up / Down Channel RIGHT
5) Volume Control 2
6) Power On/Off
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Backside
Fig. 1
7) Antenna A
8) AF Balanced XLR Output RX2
9) AF Balanced XLR Output RX1
10)RX2 Squelch
11) AF Unbalanced Mixed Output
12) RX1 Squelch
13)DC Input 12-18V/600mA
14)Antenna B
LCD Display
1) RF incoming signal level of RX1
2) RF incoming signal level of RX2
3) AF incoming signal level of RX1
4) AF incoming signal level of RX2
5) Diversity of RX1 (antenna A or B active)
6) Diversity of RX2 (antenna A or B active)
7) Channel display of RX1
8) Channel display of RX2
9) Low battery status of transmitter
10) Mute status of RX1
11) Mute status of RX2
12) Setting lock-on mode
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Installation
Remove all packing materials from the ER-216. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed.
Connect all cables.
Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing.
Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
Set Up and Operation
Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification
voltage. Do not attempt to operate a 120V specification product on 230V power, or vice versa.
1) Power output Connector
Plug one end of AC/DC adapter cable to DC input socket in the rear panel of the receiver, and plug
another end into an AC outlet (step 1 of Fig. 1)
2) Audio Output Connector
Connect one end of the AF output cable to the AF output socket in the rear panel, then plug another
end to the “MIC IN” input socket of a mixer or amplifier (Step 2 of Fig. 1)
The receiver equipped with balanced XLR output and unbalanced 6.3mm output, choose the proper
way of use.
3) Turn the receiver on by pressing the power button in the front panel.
4) Adjust the AF output level control to select a proper AF signal level.
5) Basic Operation
1. Selecting channel
Press the Up or Down button till the RX1 starts flashing, and again press the Up / Down button to
select a suitable channel from the pre-set 16 channels. Later the RX1 stops flashing, the receiver
will store the channel automatically meanwhile presents the channel no. Repeat the action for
RX2.
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2. Setting Lock-on
After selecting channel, repress the Up and Down buttons till the HOLD starts flashing
simultaneously, and the current setting is saved in memory on switch off.
3. Adjusting Squelch level
With the squelch level control in the rear panel, you can adjust the squelch at a suitable level.
If the level is set too high, the transmission range will be reduced.
Approval
The DAP D143079 and the D143082 are Class II wireless devices.
D143079: 790-814 MHz for use in: Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece,
Hungary, Italy, Luxemburg, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,
Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom.
D143082: 822–846 MHz for use in: Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxemburg, Netherlands,
Poland, Romania, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Exclusion of liability
The frequency tables in this publication are made according to national laws and regulations. The
frequencies are checked on a regular basis. We don’t take any responsibility for eventual discrepancies
between our listed frequencies and the frequencies actually approved in a given country. We strongly
suggest you to inform in your own country or region for any changes or adaptions regarding the allowed
frequencies.
Be aware that in some countries, you are only allowed to partly use the frequency range of the device.
Therefore, we strongly advice you to concult your authority as listed below:
Telecoms & Postal Regulatory Authorities in Europe
Austria Rundfunk und Telekom Regulierungs-GmbH www.rtr.at
Belgium Belgian Institute of postal services and telecommunications (BIPT) www.bipt.be
Czech Republic Czech Telecommunication Office www.ctu.cz
Denmark National Telecom Agency www.tst.dk
Finnland Finnish Communications Regulatory Authority (FICORA) www.ficora.fi
France Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications (ART) www.art-telecom.fr
Germany Die Bundesnetzagenturie B www.bundesnetzagentur.de
Greece National Telecommunications Commission (EET) www.eett.gr
Hungary Communication Authority (HIF) www.hif.hu
Iceland Post and Telecom Administration (PTA) www.pta.is
Ireland Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg) www.comreg.ie
Italy Italian Communications Authority (AGC) www.agcom.it
Latvia Telecommunication State Inspection www.vei.lv
Liechtenstein Office for Communications (AK) www.ak.li
Lithuania Radio Administration www.rrt.lt
Luxembourg Institut Luxembourgeois des Télécommunications (ILT) www.etat.lu/ILT
Netherlands Onafhankelijke Post en Telecommunicatie Autoriteit (OPTA) www.opta.nl
Agentschap Telecom www.agentschap-telecom.nl
Ministry of Economic Affairs www.ez.nl
Norway Norwegian Post and Telecommunications Authority (NPT) www.npt.no
Poland Urzad Regulacji Telekomunikacji (URT) www.urt.gov.pl
Portugal Autoridad Nacional De Comunicaçòes (ICP-Anacom) www.anacom.pt
Slovenia Agencija za telekomunikacije, radiodifuzijo in pošto www.atrp.si
This certifies that the following designated product:
Name: ER-216 2Ch 16 Freq PLL 790-814 MHz Receiver
Model No.: D143079
Brand Name: DAP AUDIO
Authorized by the European Union to act as Conformity Assessment
Body in accordance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
EN 300 422-2 V1.2.2(2008-03)
EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1(2008-04)
EN 301 489-9 V1.4.1(2007-11)
EN 60065:2002+A1:2006+A11:2008
The device shall be marked as follows:
1856
This certificate is issued by: Highlite International B.V.
(Name/Address) Vestastraat 2, 6468 EX Kerkrade
The Netherlands
This is the result of tests carried out on those 05-Aug-2010
samples of the product referred to above which
were submitted for testing, in accordance with (Date)
the specification for the respective standards.
The certificate holder has the right to fix the mark
which shows the segment onto each individual
product in the series to which the inspection sample Mr. H. de la Haye, general manager
belongs, provided that the product is manufactured
in accordance with the test report. Instructions (Name / Signature)
available on demand.
(Product Identification)
Declaration
OF CONFORMITY
This certifies that the following designated product:
Name: ER-216 2Ch 16 Freq PLL 822-846 Receiver
Model No.: D143082
Brand Name: DAP AUDIO
Authorized by the European Union to act as Conformity Assessment
Body in accordance with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
EN 300 422-2 V1.2.2(2008-03)
EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1(2008-04)
EN 301 489-9 V1.4.1(2007-11)
EN 60065:2002+A1:2006+A11:2008
The device shall be marked as follows:
1856
This certificate is issued by: Highlite International B.V.
(Name/Address) Vestastraat 2, 6468 EX Kerkrade
The Netherlands
This is the result of tests carried out on those 05-Aug-2010
samples of the product referred to above which
were submitted for testing, in accordance with (Date)
the specification for the respective standards.
The certificate holder has the right to fix the mark
which shows the segment onto each individual
product in the series to which the inspection sample Mr. H. de la Haye, general manager
belongs, provided that the product is manufactured
in accordance with the test report. Instructions (Name / Signature)
available on demand.
(Product Identification)
Declaration
OF CONFORMITY
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Attaching the 19” flaps
Connection Cables
Take care of your cables, always holding them by the connectors and avoiding knots and twists when
coiling them: This gives the advantage of increasing their life and reliability.
Periodically check your cables. A great number of problems (faulty contacts, ground hum, discharges,
etc.) are caused entirely by using unsuitable or faulty cables.
Headphones Unbalanced mono Balanced mono Insert
Compensation of interference with balanced connections
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Maintenance
The DAP Audio ER-216 requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean.
Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in
liquid. Do not use alcohol or solvents.
Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the audio connections with a damp
cloth. Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power.
Troubleshooting
DAP Audio ER-216
This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems. If a problem occurs, carry out the steps
below in sequence until a solution is found. Once the unit operates properly, do not carry out following
steps.
1. If the device does not operate properly, unplug the device.
2. Check power from the wall, all cables, connections, etc.
3. If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again.
4. If nothing happens after 30 seconds, unplug the device.
5. Return the device to your DAP Audio dealer.
2010 Dap Audio.
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