Electro-Voice R300 User manual

R300
UHF WIRELESS
USER GUIDE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Quick System Setup..................................................... 3
2. Detaile System Setup & Operation
1. Receiver..................................................................4
2. Han hel Transmitter.............................................7
3. Bo ypack Transmitter.............................................8
3. Gui elines For Best Performance................................9
4. Troubleshooting Gui e...............................................10
5. Technical Specifications..............................................11
6. Certifications............................................................... 12
7. Service an Warranty.................................................12
8. Components an Accessories.................................... 13
9. Appen ix A Compatible Channel Groups...................14
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Quick Set-up: Receiver
1. Do not connect the receiver to any other equipment yet!
2. Connect the two Antennas to the receiver.
3. Install the bla es into the power supply, plug it into the back of the receiver, an into an outlet.
4. Press the POWER switch. Display will light up.
5. Press an hol the ► button until CLEARSCAN scrolls across the screen.
6. When CLEARSCAN stops, the receiver will be set to the clearest channel.
7. Turn the receiver off an connect the mixer or other au io system to the receiver XLR Connector or
the ¼ inch Line Level Jack.
8. Set the au io mixer or other system input level to minimum.
9. Press the Power switch button in again.
Receive “Quick Set-up” is complete.
Quick set-up: Transmitter
1. With the Power switch on the transmitter OFF, install two fresh AA batteries into the transmitter.
2. Press the transmitter Power Switch until the isplay comes on.
3. Hol the transmitter with the EZsync Port facing the receiver, about a foot (30cm) away.
4. Press the SYNC Button on the receiver, SYNC will show in the isplay.
5. Once the channel is set in the transmitter, the isplay will switch to the main isplay an show RF
an Au io Levels.
T ansmitte “Quick Set-up” is complete.
Quick set-up: System Operation
1. Set the mixer/amp gain.
2. Talk or sing into the microphone or play the guitar at a normal volume. You shoul hear au io coming
out of the system.
3. You may have to a just the gain (via the control next to the connector on the receiver back panel) to
provi e the best input volume for your mixer/amp.
“Quick Set-up” is now complete. Please enjoy you R300 system.
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2) Detaile Component Descriptions
2.1) R300 Receiver
RECEIVER CONTROLS, CONNECTORS
1. Power ON/OFF
2. SYNC Data Transfer Button
3. Infrare EZsync Win ow
4. Graphical Display
a. Channel or Frequency Display
b. Diversity In icator
c. RF Strength Meter
. Au io Level Meter
e. Lock In icator
f. Squelch Level In icator
5. Scroll Down an Up (◄ an ► ) Control Buttons
6. SET Control Button
7. ClearScan Control (press an hol ► button)
8. TNC Antenna Input Connectors (2)
9. Balance Output Volume Control
10. XLR Balance Output Connector
11. ¼ Inch Unbalance Line Level Au io Output Connector
12. Unbalance Output Level Switch (-10 B or 0 B)
13. DC Power Connector (12V DC, 500mA)
14. Power Cor Retainer
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2.1) Receiver Setup & Operation
1. Place the receiver an antennas where there is a clear line of sight to the area where the transmitter
will be use . Rotate the antennas to separate them by 90 egrees.
2. Install the app op iate powe connection blades into the powe supply and connect the powe
supply cor to the receiver. Plug the power supply into an AC outlet. Push the power button to turn the
receiver on an confirm that it is on by checking the main isplay screen.
3. Manual Channel Change
a. The ◄ an ► buttons allow you to scroll through the Channels. When the Channel you
esire is isplaye , stop scrolling.
b. After 2 secon s the isplaye channel number will start to flash.
c. The number will stop flashing an the new channel is installe .
d. Turn on the transmitter an hol the EZsync port facing the receiver EZSync port, about a foot
(50cm) away.
e. Press the SYNC button on the receiver to transfer the channel information.
f. The receiver isplay SYNC until the ata is transferre , then return to the main screen.
g. The transmitter isplay screen will now show the new channel an frequency.
h. If the channel ata was not transferre to the transmitter after 5 secon s, the receiver will
isplay ERROR. Be certain that the transmitter is On an the EZsync port is facing the receiver an try
again.
i. If the ata still oes not transfer, try new batteries, or move the unit to a sha e area away
from irect sunlight before trying again.
4. Clea Scan: This feature automates the process of fin ing a clear channel.
a) To scan for the clearest channel in a group, press an hol ► until CLEARSCAN
appears in the isplay, then release the button.
b) When the scan is complete, the isplay will show the clearest available channel.
c) Use the SYNC button to transfer the new channel as in step 3.
5. During set up make sure the mixer or amplifier input use for the R300 is mute or turne own to a
minimum level.
6. Plug an au io cable (not supplie ) into the 3 pin XLR or ¼ inch output of the R300.
a. Note: The XLR connector is the preferre connection since the output is balance an will be
more immune to noise for longer runs of cable although either can be use with goo results. Set the
balance output level on the back panel to 12 o’clock (mi way in the range) to start an a just later if
necessary. If the ¼ inch unbalance output is use , start with a justment switch in the -10 B setting.
7. With the transmitter on, speak into the microphone or play the guitar. Turn up the level on the mixer or
amplifier until you are able to hear the esire signal. If no au io is present, repeat setup an refer to the
troubleshooting section.
Note: It may be necessary to a just the receiver output until the volume level from the wireless system
approximates the level of an equivalent wire microphone/instrument.
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8. DISPLAY The main isplay can be a juste to isplay the Channel number or the Frequency. Note: At
any time the item not selecte for the main isplay can be shown for 5 secon s by pushing the SET button once
a. Press an hol the SET button until DISPLY shows in the isplay.
b. Press SET an FREQUENCY or CHANNEL will flash in the isplay.
c. Press ◄ for FREQUENCY or ► for CHANNEL an press SET.
. Display will return to the main screen an the selecte item will be isplaye .
e. At any time the item not selecte for the main isplay can be shown for 5 secon s by pushing
the SET button once.
9. Change Lock-Out This feature can be useful when the receiver is in a location where unauthorize
personnel have access to the receiver. With the LOCK ON, the channel cannot be change an the wor
LOCK is isplaye when the ◄ or ► button is pushe .
a. Press an hol the SET button until DISPLY shows in the isplay.
b. Press ► to isplay LOCK
c. Press SET an ON or OFF will be isplaye to show the status of the lock-out.
d. Press ◄ to turn the LOCK ON or ► to turn the LOCK OFF an press SET.
e. Display will return to the main screen an pa lock symbol in the upper left of the isplay will
show the lock status.
10. Squelch Adjustment – The squelch setting can be use to maximize range or immunity to noise.
a. Turn the transmitter off.
b. Press an hol the SET button until DISPLY shows in the isplay.
c. Press ► two times to isplay SQELCH.
. Press SET an the squelch setting in the mi le right of the screen (SQ 10 B) will flash.
e. Press ◄ to ecrease the squelch setting or ► to increase it.
f. Press SET to enter the new setting an return to the main screen.
g. Turn on the transmitter an walk test the unit. Maximum squelch (50 B) maximizes noise immunity
but limits the range. Minimum squelch (5 B) will maximize the range but allow more noise to break
through the squelch. Neve leave the squelch set to 0dB except fo testing, white noise will be
constantly p esent on the audio outputs.
h. Repeat to fine tune squelch to the esire setting.
2.1.2 Receiver Main Operating Screen
Display:
1. RF Signal Meter
2. Au io Meter
3. Lock In icator
4. No Signal In icator
5. Channel Number (01 to 32) or Frequency
6. Squelch Setting
7. Antenna Diversity Status A or B antenna
Cont ols:
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1. Press ◄ or ► to change channels
2. Press an hol ► for 3 secon s starts ClearScan, CLEARSCAN scrolls across the isplay.
3. Press SET once to isplay FREQUENCY or CHANNEL, whichever is not showing
4. Press an hol SET for 3 secon s to access settings menu.
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2.2) Han hel Transmitter
HT-300 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
1) Microphone Element
2) Backlit LCD Display
a. Channel
b. Frequency
c. Battery Level
. Mute In icator
3) EZSync Infrare Port
4) Battery Cover – Screw type.
5) Battery Compartment – Two AA Batteries
6) On/Off/Mute button
2.2) Han hel Transmitter Setup & Operation
1. Inse t Batte ies.
1. Remove the battery compartment cover by unscrewing it completely. .
2. Insert two AA batteries as shown, sli ing one up into the housing to make
room for the other.
2. Turn the unit on by pressing an hol ing the on/off button for 3 secon s, an the isplay will light up.
3. If a new channel is esire , use EZsync as in Section 2.1 an close battery compartment.
4. Ve ify eception.
1. With the transmitter an receiver on a matching Channel, the main receiver
isplay shoul be in icating a RF signal on the bar graph.
2. Speak into the microphone an the Au io Meter bar graph shoul in icate
au io signal presence.
3. If the level meters o not show reception, make sure the channels are
matching an refer to the trouble shooting section.
5. Mute Function – press an hol on/off button for 2 secon s until MUTE appears in the LCD isplay an
soun mutes. Repeat to turn mute off.
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2.3) Bo ypack Transmitter
BP-300 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
1) Antenna – Flexible ¼ wave antenna
2) Power On/Off/Mute Button
3) TA4 Microphone Connector
4) On/Mute LED – Green when transmitter is on, Re when mute
5) LCD Display
a. Channel
b. Frequency
c. Battery Level
. Mute In icator
6) EZsync infrare win ow
7) Battery Compartment Latch – push own latch an sli e cover as shown.
8) Two AA Battery Compartment – follow polarity as marke
9) LAV/INS Gain Switch
2.3.1) Bo ypack Transmitter Setup & Operation
1. Inse t Batte ies.
1. Open the battery compartment by pressing in on the latch an sli ing the oor
own.
2. Insert two AA batteries with + an – as in icate .
3. Close the battery oor by pushing up.
2. Turn the unit on by pressing an hol ing the on/off button for 3 secon s, an the LCD isplay will light
up. If channel has not been set, set channel accor ing to 2.1.
3. Mic ophone/Guita Ope ation.
1. For Lapel an Hea worn Microphones the gain switch shoul be in the LAV
position.
2. For Guitar operation the gain switch shoul be in the INS position.
3. If lapel or hea worn microphones are too sensitive an the au io meter on
the receiver is reaching the peak, put the gain switch in INS to lower the gain.
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4. Mute Function – press an hol on/off button for 2 secon s until MUTE appears in the LCD isplay, On
LED turns re , an soun mutes. Repeat to turn mute off.
3) Gui elines an recommen ations for best performance.
Compatibility
The transmitter an receiver must be of the same frequency ban an set to the same channel in or er to
work together. The R300 is available in three frequency ban s, A, B an E (Europe only). The ban
information is available in the serial number label on the receiver, the serial number label on the han hel
transmitter, an on the back panel label on the bo ypack.
Using Multiple Wi eless Systems
If three or more R300 systems an /or other UHF/VHF wireless systems are being use in the same location,
proper frequency coor ination is necessary to avoi interference. Some channels in the R300 are esigne to
work together, see the channel maps in the back of the gui e for more information. Contact your ealer or
Electro-Voice for assistance if you are planning more systems or using the R300 with other wireless
equipment.
Multiple Systems and R300
The ClearScan function can be use to set up any two R300 systems. Just scan with the first unit, set the
transmitter to that clear channel an leave it on. Then scan the secon unit for another clear channel. If 3 or
more systems are use in the same room, put all of the channels in the same group as in icate by the
channel map on page XX.
Potential Sou ces of Inte fe ence
There are many potential sources of interference for your wireless system. Any electronic pro uct that
contains igital circuitry inclu ing igital signal processors (reverb/multi-effects units), electronic keyboar s,
igital lighting controllers, CD an DVD players, an computers, all emit RF energy that can a versely affect
the performance of your wireless system. It is always best to place the receiver as far away as possible from
these evices to minimize potential problems.
Analog an Digital Television stations can also interfere with your wireless system. The R300 is esigne to
operate over 16MHz of RF ban wi th, which covers 3 US TV stations. If two of the three stations are use in
your area, it will severely limit the number of systems that will operate together an you shoul be using a
ifferent ban .
Batte y Recommendations
Fresh AA alkaline batteries from a quality manufacturer will yiel the best performance from your R300
transmitters. If soun quality egra es uring use, it may be the result of a weakening battery.
Receive and Antenna Placement
Do not place the receiver near a large metal object or surface. Locate the receiver as close as possible to the
area where the transmitter will be use . I eally, position the receiver/antennas are within sight of the
transmitter. When using multiple systems, o not allow antennas to cross or touch each other.
T ansmitte and Antenna Distance
Keep all transmitters at least 3 meters (10ft) away from the receivers an antennas for best operation. If
possible, mount the receive antennas 3 meters (10ft) above the stage so transmitters can not come too close.
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4) Trouble Shooting Gui e
Problem Possible Causes Solutions
No au io an no
isplay on the
receiver
Receiver is off Make sure that the power supply is properly
connecte an the on/off button is in the on
position.
No au io an no Transmitter is off Turn on transmitter power switch
RF signal in icator
on the receiver
Transmitter is on a ifferent
channel or is a ifferent ban
Check ban information on serial number label an
match to receiver, reset channel (see section 2.1)
isplay No (or ea ) battery in
transmitter
Insert fresh batteries in transmitter
Faulty battery contacts Clean an or ben contacts to improve connection
No Au io with goo
RF signal in icator
Microphone not connecte Check the TA4F connector on the bo yback or the
etachable microphone element connection on the
han hel . If possible, try another microphone.
Transmitter Mute On Press an hol On/Off button to stop Mute.
No (or low) Au io
with goo RF signal
Receiver au io output cable is
amage or isconnecte
Connect, repair or replace cable
an Au io
in icators on
receiver isplay
Gain not sufficient on
mixer/preamp/amp input or it is
mute
Increase gain on mixer or un-mute the input
Receiver output too low Increase the au io output setting.
Distorte au io
signal
Receiver output too high Decrease the receiver output setting
Lou instrument or au io source Change the bo ypack gain switch to INS
Battery level low in transmitter Insert fresh batteries in transmitter
Interference Another R300 system in the
installation is on the same
channel or signals are mixing
Make certain all units are on ifferent channels. If
more channels are nee e call EV at 800-392-
3497 for coor ination help
Another wireless pro uct in the
area is on the same frequency or
the signals are mixing
Use ClearScan to change the operating frequency.
If problems persist, call EV at 800-392-3497 for
coor ination help
Receiver is too close to igital
signal processor or similar
evice
Move the receiver to a ifferent location
Strong electromagnetic fiel from
stage lighting or other source
near the transmitter or receiver,
which may be pro ucing RF
noise at or near the operating
frequency
Use ClearScan to change the operating frequency.
Repair or remove the source of interference. Move
the receiver to a ifferent location.
Short range or
rop-outs
RF reflective metal obstacles
between the transmitter an
receiver
Move the obstacles, or reposition the
receiver/antennas
Poorly oriente beltpack antenna Check the antenna connection an reorient the
bo ypack so the antenna is vertical (up an own)
an facing the receiver, if possible.
Squelch set too high Check squelch setting, higher settings mean
shorter range.
Faulty receiving antenna system Check all antenna connections an reposition to
be in line-of-sight with the transmitter
Can't change
settings on receiver
Lockout feature is enable Disable lockout by pressing SET for 3 secon s,
press ► to isplay LOCK, press SET, press ► to
turn lock off, press SET.
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SPECIFICATIONS
R300 Receive
Receiver Type Synthesize PLL
Frequency Range (RF) A Ban 618 – 634MHz
B Ban 678 – 694 MHz
E Ban 850 – 865 MHz
Number of Channels 32
Mo ulation +/- 40 kHz
Diversity Antenna
RF Sensitivity < 1.0 µV for 12 B SINAD
Image Rejection > 55 B
Squelch Tone Co e plus Amplitu e
FCC Certification Approve un er Part 15
Power Requirements 12 - 16 VDC, 500mA max
Operating Temperature 5º to 45º C (41º to 113º F)
Dimensions 1.72” H x 7.8” W x 8.0” D
43mm H x 206mm W x 210mm D
Audio Pa amete s
Frequency Response 80 – 18kHz +/- 2 B
Balance Output -20 BV (max @ 40 kHz eviation)
Unbalance Output a justable 8 mV to 0.755V RMS
Distortion <1.0%, 0.4% typical (ref 1kHz, 40kHz eviation)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio >100 B A Weighte
Dynamic Range >95 B
T ansmitte s BP-300 and HT-300
Ra iate Output 8 mW typical
Microphone Hea ElectroVoice PL22 Dynamic
Power Requirements Two AA Batteries
Stan ar Lavalier Microphone EV ULM18
Uni-Directional Con enser
TA4F Connector Wiring Pin 1: Groun ; Pin 2 Mic Input;
Pin 3: +5V bias; Pin 4: N/C
Power Requirements Two AA Batteries
Battery Life (Typical) > 14 hours with AA Alkaline Typical
Bo ypack Antenna Flexible external ¼ wave
Han hel Antenna Internal Proprietary
Dimensions (Han hel ) 26.7 cm (10.57 in.) Long
Dimensions (Bo ypack) 3.3 in. H x 2.6 in. W x 0.89 in. D
84 mm H x 66 mm W x 23 mm D
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CERTIFICATIONS
(Depen ing on frequency selecte an country of operation)
R300receiver, HT-300 an BP-300 transmitters: Certifie to ETSI EN 300 422-2 an ETSI EN 301 489-3,
Conforms to European Union irectives, eligible to bear CE marking as per the R&TTE irective.
R300 receiver: Certifie for use in Cana a un er RSS 210 Issue 5. HT-C an BP-C transmitters: Certifie for
use in Cana a un er RSS 123 Issue 1.
R300 receiver: Authorize un er U.S. Fe eral communications Commission Part 15.
HT-300 an BP-300 transmitters: Certifie un er U.S. Fe eral Communications Commission Part 74.
Licensing of this equipment is the user's responsibility an is etermine by the user's classification, the user's
application, an frequency selecte . The user shoul contact the appropriate telecommunications authority for
any esire clarification. Any changes or mo ifications ma e to the aforementione equipment, by the user,
coul voi the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Factory Service (North America)
If factory service is required ship the unit prepaid in its original carton to:
EV Audio Service
c/o Bosch Security Systems Inc.
8601 East Cornhusker Highway
Lincoln NE 68507-9702 U.S.A.
Tel: [phone] or 800-553-5992
Fax: [phone]
Enclose a note describing the problem along with any other pertinent information and how to contact you.
Factory Service (Europe)
If factory service is required ship the unit prepaid in its original carton to:
Telex EVI Audio GmbH
Hirschberger Ring 45
D-94315 Straubing
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Enclose a note describing the problem along with any other pertinent information and how to contact you.
Warranty (Limited)
Please go to www.electrovoice.com for all current warranty information.
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ACCESSORIES AND PARTS
MODEL # ORDER #
R300-L System Uni Lapel ULM18
R300-E System Headwo n Mic ophone HM3
Windsc een fo ULM18 WS-18
Windsc een fo HM3 WS-H3
Beltclip fo BP-300 BC-300
Guita Co d MAC-G3 F.01U.118.492
PL22 Dyanmic Mic Head RCC-PL22
Foam Windsc een fo Handheld 379-1 F.01U.117.911
½ Wave Receive Antenna A Band FA-300-A
½ Wave Receive Antenna B Band FA-300-B
½ Wave Receive Antenna E Band FA-300-E
Single Receive Rack Mount Kit RMS-300
Double Rack Mount Kit RMD-300
F ont mount antenna cables (4) FMC-K F.01U.118.471
ANTENNA/PWR DISTRIBUTION (520-760 MHz) (A/B) APD4+ F.01U.117.678
ANTENNA/PWR DISTRIBUTION (760-865 MHz) (E Band) APD4+Eu o F.01U.117.679
TERMINATION PLUG FOR APD4+ TP-2 F.01U.086.103
Appendix A Compatible Channel G oups
Use only channels within the same group when using more than two R300 units in one
room. If you nee a itional help call 1-800-392-3497 (US an Cana a only).
Channel F eq Channel F eq Channel F eq Channel F eq
1 618.500 9 618.900 17 619.300 25 619.700
2 622.700 10 620.100 18 620.500 26 620.900
3 624.400 11 621.500 19 621.900 27 622.300
4 628.300 12 623.100 20 623.500 28 623.900
5 628.800 13 624.900 21 625.300 29 625.700
6 630.700 14 626.925 22 627.325 30 627.725
7 631.400 15 629.325 23 629.725 31 630.125
8 633.500 16 632.075 24 632.475 32 632.875
US Band A 618 - 634 MHz
G oup 1
G oup 2
G oup 3
G oup 4
Channel F eq Channel F eq Channel F eq Channel F eq
1 678.500 9 678.900 17 679.300 25 679.700
2 682.700 10 680.100 18 680.500 26 680.900
3 684.400 11 681.500 19 681.900 27 682.300
4 688.300 12 683.100 20 683.500 28 683.900
5 688.800 13 684.900 21 685.300 29 685.700
6 690.700 14 686.925 22 687.325 30 687.725
7 691.400 15 689.325 23 689.725 31 690.125
8 693.500 16 692.075 24 692.475 32 692.875
US Band B 678 - 694 MHz
G oup 1
G oup 2
G oup 3
G oup 4
Channel F eq Channel F eq Channel F eq Channel F eq
1 0.000 9 0.000 17 0.000 25 0.000
2 0.000 10 0.000 18 0.000 26 0.000
3 0.000 11 0.000 19 0.000 27 0.000
4 0.000 12 0.000 20 0.000 28 0.000
5 0.000 13 0.000 21 0.000 29 0.000
6 0.000 14 0.000 22 0.000 30 0.000
7 0.000 15 0.000 23 0.000 31 0.000
8 0.000 16 0.000 24 0.000 32 0.000
Eu o Band E 850 - 665 MHz
G oup 1
G oup 2
G oup 3
G oup 4
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