Q5X PlayerMic User manual

Quick Start Guide
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PREPARE: Handheld MicCommander Remote Control
•Remove the rubber cover to access the battery
chamber.
•Install 2 AA batteries. Lithium is recommended for best
performance. Alkaline or Ni-MH are acceptable when
battery type is changed in the device configuration
menu.
•Replace the rubber cover and install the antenna on the
top.
•NEVER power the unit without the antenna in place.
•Turn on the unit by pressing the power button on the
top or by plugging the USB cable.
•The MicCommander will automatically shut off after
two minutes.
PREPARE: QT-AD10 Transmitter
•Bring the transmitter out of storage mode (minimal
battery draw) and into standby mode (detectable but the
UHF radio is off) using either method below:
•Hold the ON/OFF button until the flashes
change from rapid to slow, or
•Plug and unplug a powered charging cable into
the side of the transmitter.
•Connect the microphone by pushing the mic connector
ends together.
PAIR: MicCommander and Transmitter
•The screen on the MicCommander displays the serial
number of paired transmitters. The serial number is on
the transmitter antenna or back.
•If the desired transmitter is not listed, press the <MENU>
button to either scan for nearby transmitters or manually
add the serial number. Use the arrow buttons to navigate
the menu.
oScan: Press <ENTER> to scan. Use the down arrow to
select the transmitter. Use the side arrows to
review information about the transmitter. Press
<ENTER> to toggle the selection “x”. Press <MENU>
to access additional search functionality. Press
<Back> to accept the addition of a transmitter to the
list.
oAdd: Use the down arrow to select “Add” and press
<ENTER>. Use the navigation arrows to enter the
serial number. Hold the arrow key for rapid scroll.
Press <ENTER> to save.
•Select the desired transmitter and press <ENTER> to go
to the transmitter menu.
Transmitters: 1 Power
20678 OFF Scan
Remove
Remove ALL
Link
Add
This Quick Start Guide is an overview. Users are asked to
review the manual for detailed instructions.
The carrying pouch contains two parts.
•Handheld MicCommander remote control (QG-H2)
•Antenna
Users also need:
•Q5X Digital transmitter
•Microphone with special Lemo connector
•Shure Axient Digital receiver
•2 AA batteries
Visit www.Q5X.com/support to:
•update the firmware
•register the warranty
•download the manuals
Quick Start Guide part number 55-0175
ADJUST: Set the functions in the two transmitter menus of
the MicCommander. Screen one includes: frequency, power
on/off, battery level, mic mute/live and mic offset. To access
screen two, navigate to NEXT> and press <ENTER> to adjust
transmitter name, group, RF power, 2.4GHz channel, storage
and reboot.
•Frequency: Highlight the frequency and press <ENTER>.
Use the directional arrows to choose the desired
frequency. Hold the arrow for rapid scroll. Press <ENTER>.
•Mic-offset: If using a single transmitter, set Offset to 0 dB.
If there is an audible difference in the sound level
between multiple transmitters, navigate to the Offset
menu (Audio > Offset) in the transmitter to increase or
decrease the Offset in real time to match the audio levels.
•RF Power: Select between 2, 10 and 20mW. A lower
power level will conserve battery life.
•Storage: Navigate to NEXT> and <ENTER>. Use the down
arrow to go to STORAGE and press <ENTER>. Navigate to
highlight CONTINUE on the warning screen and <ENTER>.
Frequency: 536.500MHz
Power: OFF ON OFF
Battery: 74%
Mic: OFF MUTE LIVE
Mic-offset: 0dB
NEXT>
25140:QT-AD10 xM:0 Name: QT-AD10 M:0
Group: 0
RF Power: 10 mW
2.4 GHz Ch: 25
<BACK STORAGE REBOOT
QT-AD10
Handheld MicCommander™

Quick Start Guide
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PREPARE: PlayerMic Transmitter
•Bring the transmitter out of storage mode (minimal
battery draw) and into standby mode (detectable but the
UHF radio is off) using either method below:
oHold the ON/OFF button until the status LED
changes from flashing rapidly to slowly, or
oPlug and unplug a powered micro USB charging
cable into the side of the transmitter.
•Connect the 1-pin Lemo microphone
BATTERY LIFE:
PlayerMic S 4 hours @ 2/10mW 2 hours @ 20mW
PlayerMic 8 hours @ 2/10mW 4 hours @ 20mW
PREPARE: Gateway remote control (H2 or N3)
•Install the antenna on the top. (NEVER power the unit
without the antenna in place.)
•Power the Gateway as instructed in its manuals.
•Turn on the unit by pressing the power button.
PAIR: PlayerMic and Gateway remote control (H2 or N3)
•The screen on the Gateway displays the serial number of
paired transmitters.
•Press the <MENU> button to either scan for transmitters
or add the serial number found on the PlayerMic
antenna.
KEY:
1 2.4 G antenna - For the RCAS control channel.
2 Audio input - Connects to a microphone with a
one-pin Lemo connector.
3 UHF antenna - For RF signal transmission.
4 Serial number - Unique serial number for RCAS
identification and control. (on the antenna)
5 IR port - Infrared sync with the receiver for set-
up, initiating encryption and installing firmware
updates.
6 Status LED - See manual for details on LED
patterns and colours.
7 Charge LED - Red = charging, green= charged
and flashing red/green = error.
8 USB port - Charges the battery.
9 On/Off button - Manual power control
between on, standby and storage modes.
This Quick Start Guide is an overview. Users are asked to
review the manual for detailed instructions.
The carrying pouch contains two parts:
•Digital PlayerMic transmitter (QT-AD10P or PS)
•Micro USB charging cable
Users also need:
•Q5X Gateway (remote control)
oHandheld MicCommander (QG-H2) or
oNetwork Gateway (QG-N3)
•Shure Axient Digital receiver
•Microphone (1-pin Lemo connector)
Visit www.Q5X.com/support to:
•update the firmware
•register the warranty
•download the manuals
ADJUST: Set the functions in the two transmitter menus of
the Gateway. Screen one includes: frequency, power on/off,
battery level, mic mute/live and mic offset. Screen two
includes: transmitter name, group, RF power, 2.4GHz
channel, storage and reboot.
IR SYNC: Use IR Sync to form an audio channel between
the transmitter and receiver. The receiver band must match
the band of the transmitter.
•Select a receiver channel.
•Tune the channel to an available frequency using group
scan or manually tune to an open frequency.
•Assure transmitter is in standby or on mode.
•Press the SYNC button on the receiver.
•Align the IR windows between the transmitter and the
receiver so that the IR LED illuminates red.
•When complete, “Sync Success!” appears on the receiver.
USE TIPS: When using the PlayerMics, it is suggested that
a strain relief method be used to ensure that there is no
direct pulling force on the microphone connector during use
or during removal. One method is to loop the microphone
cable back and tape the connector to the edge of the
transmitter.
Quick Start Guide part number 55-0176
Digital PlayerMic®

Quick Start Guide
www.Q5X.com 1-519-675-6999 [e-mail]
This Quick Start Guide is an overview. Users are asked to
review the manual for detailed instructions.
The carrying pouch contains four parts:
•Digital AquaMic transmitter( QT-AD10A or AL)
•SSMA Antennas (2.4 GHz and UHF)
•Charging dongle (6-pin Lemo to Micro USB)
•Charging cable
•Reset key
Users also need:
•Q5X Gateway (remote control)
oHandheld MicCommander (QG-H2) or
oNetwork Gateway (QG-N3)
•Shure Axient Digital receiver
•Microphone (6-pin Lemo connector)
Visit www.Q5X.com/support to:
•update the firmware
•register the warranty
•download the manuals
PREPARE: AquaMic Transmitter
•Connect the antennas to the labeled ports.
•Bring the transmitter out of storage mode (minimal
battery draw) and into standby mode (detectable but the
UHF radio is off) by using the charging dongle screwed
into the charging port on end of the AquaMic.
•Plug and unplug a powered micro USB charging cable into
the charging dongle.
•Replace the dongle with the 6-pin Lemo microphone.
•Do not over tighten the microphone or antenna beyond
finger tight to avoid damaging the o-rings.
BATTERY LIFE:
AquaMic 8 hours @ 2/10mW 4 hours @ 20mW
AquaMic L 16 hours @ 2/10mW 8 hours @ 20mW
PREPARE: Gateway remote control (H2 or N3).
•Install the antennas on the top. (NEVER power the unit
without the antenna in place.)
•Power the Gateway as instructed in its manual.
•Turn on the unit by pressing the power button.
PAIR: AquaMic and Gateway remote control (H2 or N3)
•The screen on the Gateway displays the serial number of
paired transmitters.
•Press the <MENU> button to either scan for transmitters
or add the serial number on the back of the AquaMic.
KEY:
1 2.4 G antenna - For the RCAS control channel.
2 Audio input - Connects to a waterproof microphone
with a six-pin Lemo connector.
3 UHF antenna - For RF signal transmission.
4 Serial number - Unique serial number for RCAS
identification and control is on the back of the
AquaMic.
5 IR port - Infrared sync with the receiver for set-up,
initiating encryption and installing firmware updates.
6 Status LED - See manual for details on LED patterns
and colours.
7 Charge LED - Red = charging, green= charged and
flashing red/green = error.
8 Charging port - AquaMic charges through the same
connector as the audio input using the charging
dongle.
9 On/Off button – There is no manual power control
button on the AquaMic to maintain the waterproof
seal.
10 Belt clip holes - Allows vertical and horizontal
placement.
ADJUST: Set the functions in the two transmitter menus of
the Gateway. Screen one includes: frequency, power on/off,
battery level, mic mute/live and mic offset. Screen two
includes: transmitter name, group, RF power, 2.4GHz
channel, storage and reboot.
IR SYNC: Use IR Sync to form an audio channel between
the transmitter and receiver. The receiver band must match
the band of the transmitter.
•Select a receiver channel.
•Tune the channel to an available frequency using group
scan or manually tune to an open frequency.
•Assure transmitter is in standby or on mode.
•Press the SYNC button on the receiver.
•Align the IR windows between the transmitter and the
receiver so that the IR LED illuminates red.
•When complete, “Sync Success!” appears on the receiver.
USE TIPS: The AquaMic is waterproof to 10 meters. Audio
quality and RF performance maybe be impacted if water is
able to penetrate into a loose-fitting connector. To keep the
AquaMic in top condition, rinse the AquaMIc with fresh
water after use, especially if used in saltwater.
Quick Start Guide part number 55-0177
Digital AquaMic