Rycote PCS-Boom Connector User manual

Quick Start Guide
Professional Connection System
Professional Connection System

Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector (RYC185801)
PCS-Organizer (RYC185800)
PCS-Lite 3/8” (RYC185802)
PCS-Lite 5/8” (RYC185812)
PCS-Spigot (RYC185803)
PCS-Utility (RYC185804)
PCS-Utility Half Coupler Kit Small (RYC185809)
PCS-Utility Half Coupler Kit Large (RYC185810)
Thank you for choosing the Rycote
Professional Connection System (PCS)!
This guide provides you with the basics
to get you started.
For more information go to:
www.rycote.com

Overview
The Professional Connection System
(PCS) is the ingenious quick attach
and release system by Rycote.
Depending on which PCS connector you
have simply attach the connector to the
suitable accessory or surface (3/8” / 5/8”
/ Spigot / at surface). Ax the included
male tip (3/8” or 5/8”) to your desired
accessory with the compatible thread/t.
Intuitive, one-handed ‘click-in’ attachment
and release mechanism, provides fast
and incredibly easy operation and a
rock-solid, noise-free connection in use.

In the Box
1. PCS-Boom Connector collar
2. Grey outler collar
3. 3/8”Tip with Hytrel® washer
4. Hex/Allen Key
2
4
3
1
PCS-Boom
PCS-Boom Connector (RYC185801)

In the Box
1. PCS-Organizer quick release collar
2. ‘Dual-lock’ ring
3. Flat surface mounting base
4. 3/8”Tip with Hytrel® washer
5. 2 x pair of steel washers
2
3
1
PCS-Boom
PCS-Boom Connector (RYC185801)
PCS-Organizer
PCS-Organizer (RYC185800)
5
4

In the Box
1. PCS-Lite quick release collar
2. PCS-Lite female 5/8”thread
(3/8”adaptor included only with RYC185802).
3. 3/8”Tip (inc. with RYC185802 only)
4. 5/8”Tip (inc. with RYC185812 only)
2
1
3
PCS-Lite 3/8” - PCS-Lite 5/8”
PCS-Lite 3/8” (RYC185802)
PCS-Lite 5/8” (RYC185812)
4

In the Box
1. PCS-Lite quick release collar
2. PCS-Lite female 5/8”thread
(3/8”adaptor included only with RYC185802).
3. 3/8”Tip (inc. with RYC185802 only)
4. 5/8”Tip (inc. with RYC185812 only)
1. PCS-Spigot quick release collar
2. 5/8”(16mm) spigot connector
3. Hex/Allen key
4. 3/8”Tip with Hytrel® washer
2
13
4
PCS-Lite 3/8” - PCS-Lite 5/8”
PCS-Lite 3/8” (RYC185802)
PCS-Lite 5/8” (RYC185812)
PCS-Spigot
PCS-Spigot (RYC185803)

In the Box
1. PCS-Utility quick release collar
2. 3/8”female connector
3. Hex/Allen key
4. 3/8”Tip with Hytrel® washer
2
1
4
PCS-Utility
PCS-Utility (RYC185804)
3

1. PCS-Utility quick release collar
2. 3/8”female connector
3. Hex/Allen key
4. 3/8”Tip with Hytrel® washer
PCS-Utility
PCS-Utility (RYC185804)

Attaching the PCS
Connector:
2
31
Screw the PCS-Boom Connector on to the male
3/8”thread of the boom pole, in a clockwise rotation/
direction - to the desired position.
PCS-Boom Connector
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector
4
To tighten connection, use a screw driver (not supplied),
and insert this through the circular hole in the tip, as shown.
Turn clockwise to tighten rmly (do not over-tighten).
5
6
Screw the PCS‘tip’into the female 3/8”thread of your
windshield, shock mount, or other accessory that you
would like to use with your PCS-Boom Connector.
To attach the two components, simply line up the tip
with the Connector and push the tip in to lock it.
You will hear a ‘click’as it locks together!
Use the included hex/Allen key to tighten the two small
locking screws on the PCS-Boom Connector. This will lock
it on to the 3/8”boom pole thread, without damaging it.
To release, pull down the grey outer collar on the
PCS-Boom Connector, as shown.
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector (185801)
Thank you for choosing the
Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!
This guide provides you with
the basics to get you started.
Full details about this product are available on
our website: rycote.com/microphone-windshield-
shock-mount/pcs-boom-range/
Optional attachments
The following attachments are available
for the PCS-Boom Connector:
• Pair of 3/8”Tips
for PCS-Boom Connector (185805)
• Classic Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185807)
• Cyclone Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185808)
1
PCS-Boom Connector, PCS-Lite
and PCS-Utility – connect to a male
3/8”thread in a clockwise rotation.
PCS-Spigot – connect to a 5/8”
(16mm) male spigot and use the includ-
ed hex key to fully secure connection as
shown above.
2
31
Screw the PCS-Boom Connector on to the male
3/8”thread of the boom pole, in a clockwise rotation/
direction - to the desired position.
PCS-Boom Connector
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector
4
To tighten connection, use a screw driver (not supplied),
and insert this through the circular hole in the tip, as shown.
Turn clockwise to tighten rmly (do not over-tighten).
5
6
Screw the PCS‘tip’into the female 3/8”thread of your
windshield, shock mount, or other accessory that you
would like to use with your PCS-Boom Connector.
To attach the two components, simply line up the tip
with the Connector and push the tip in to lock it.
You will hear a ‘click’as it locks together!
Use the included hex/Allen key to tighten the two small
locking screws on the PCS-Boom Connector. This will lock
it on to the 3/8”boom pole thread, without damaging it.
To release, pull down the grey outer collar on the
PCS-Boom Connector, as shown.
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector (185801)
Thank you for choosing the
Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!
This guide provides you with
the basics to get you started.
Full details about this product are available on
our website: rycote.com/microphone-windshield-
shock-mount/pcs-boom-range/
Optional attachments
The following attachments are available
for the PCS-Boom Connector:
• Pair of 3/8”Tips
for PCS-Boom Connector (185805)
• Classic Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185807)
• Cyclone Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185808)
PCS-Boom Connector & PCS-Utility
Use included hex key to tighten the two
small locking screws on the connector,
providing a extra secure connection.
PCS-Organizer – connect to a at
surface, using washers (included) and suit-
able screws (not included).When mounting
vertically always position so that screws are
aligned one above another, as shown above.
WARNING: Mounting screws are not
included. Always use washers included.
Do NOT use countersunk screws.
Recommended screw size: M4 15mm
2

Attaching
PCS Tip:
2
3
1
Screw the PCS-Boom Connector on to the male
3/8”thread of the boom pole, in a clockwise rotation/
direction - to the desired position.
PCS-Boom Connector
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector
4
To tighten connection, use a screw driver (not supplied),
and insert this through the circular hole in the tip, as shown.
Turn clockwise to tighten rmly (do not over-tighten).
5
6
Screw the PCS‘tip’into the female 3/8”thread of your
windshield, shock mount, or other accessory that you
would like to use with your PCS-Boom Connector.
To attach the two components, simply line up the tip
with the Connector and push the tip in to lock it.
You will hear a ‘click’as it locks together!
Use the included hex/Allen key to tighten the two small
locking screws on the PCS-Boom Connector. This will lock
it on to the 3/8”boom pole thread, without damaging it.
To release, pull down the grey outer collar on the
PCS-Boom Connector, as shown.
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector (185801)
Thank you for choosing the
Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!
This guide provides you with
the basics to get you started.
Full details about this product are available on
our website: rycote.com/microphone-windshield-
shock-mount/pcs-boom-range/
Optional attachments
The following attachments are available
for the PCS-Boom Connector:
• Pair of 3/8”Tips
for PCS-Boom Connector (185805)
• Classic Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185807)
• Cyclone Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185808)
2
31
Screw the PCS-Boom Connector on to the male
3/8”thread of the boom pole, in a clockwise rotation/
direction - to the desired position.
PCS-Boom Connector
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector
4
To tighten connection, use a screw driver (not supplied),
and insert this through the circular hole in the tip, as shown.
Turn clockwise to tighten rmly (do not over-tighten).
5
6
Screw the PCS‘tip’into the female 3/8”thread of your
windshield, shock mount, or other accessory that you
would like to use with your PCS-Boom Connector.
To attach the two components, simply line up the tip
with the Connector and push the tip in to lock it.
You will hear a ‘click’as it locks together!
Use the included hex/Allen key to tighten the two small
locking screws on the PCS-Boom Connector. This will lock
it on to the 3/8”boom pole thread, without damaging it.
To release, pull down the grey outer collar on the
PCS-Boom Connector, as shown.
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector (185801)
Thank you for choosing the
Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!
This guide provides you with
the basics to get you started.
Full details about this product are available on
our website: rycote.com/microphone-windshield-
shock-mount/pcs-boom-range/
Optional attachments
The following attachments are available
for the PCS-Boom Connector:
• Pair of 3/8”Tips
for PCS-Boom Connector (185805)
• Classic Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185807)
• Cyclone Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185808)
2
1. Screw the PCS‘tip’into the female
* 3/8” thread of your windshield, shock
mount, stand, arm or other accessory.
* For PCS-Lite 5/8”– screw ‘tip’ into an
accessory with a 5/8”thread.
2. To tighten connection, use a screw
driver (not included), and insert this
through the circular hole in the tip, as
shown. Turn clockwise to tighten rmly
(do not over-tighten).

Connection
and lock:
43
To attach the two components, simply
line up the tip with the Connector and
push the tip in to lock it. You will hear a
“click”as it locks toghether!
PCS-Organizer – to engage the
‘accidental release’ Dual-Lock after the
‘tip has been inserted, turn the locking
ring anti-clockwise, until you hear a
‘click’.

Quick
Release:
2
31
Screw the PCS-Boom Connector on to the male
3/8”thread of the boom pole, in a clockwise rotation/
direction - to the desired position.
PCS-Boom Connector
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector
4
To tighten connection, use a screw driver (not supplied),
and insert this through the circular hole in the tip, as shown.
Turn clockwise to tighten rmly (do not over-tighten).
5
6
Screw the PCS‘tip’into the female 3/8”thread of your
windshield, shock mount, or other accessory that you
would like to use with your PCS-Boom Connector.
To attach the two components, simply line up the tip
with the Connector and push the tip in to lock it.
You will hear a ‘click’as it locks together!
Use the included hex/Allen key to tighten the two small
locking screws on the PCS-Boom Connector. This will lock
it on to the 3/8”boom pole thread, without damaging it.
To release, pull down the grey outer collar on the
PCS-Boom Connector, as shown.
Quick Start Guide
PCS-Boom Connector (185801)
Thank you for choosing the
Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!
This guide provides you with
the basics to get you started.
Full details about this product are available on
our website: rycote.com/microphone-windshield-
shock-mount/pcs-boom-range/
Optional attachments
The following attachments are available
for the PCS-Boom Connector:
• Pair of 3/8”Tips
for PCS-Boom Connector (185805)
• Classic Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185807)
• Cyclone Adaptor
for PCS-Boom Connector (185808)
4
PCS-Boom Connector and PCS-Lite
– to release, pull down on the PCS collar,
as shown.
PCS-Spigot and PCS-Utility – to
release, twist knurled collar anti-clock-
wise and pull down in one movement,
as shown.
PCS-Organizer – to release, twist the
‘dual-lock’ locking ring clockwise until
your hear a ‘click’. Then pull down on
the PCS collar.

Care of your PCS-Quick Release
• Always store the PCS-Quick Release for longer
periods of time without a tip attached.
• If the PCS is locked without the tip inserted,
pull back the collar and push the tip in as
usual.
• Always keep the PCS dry and clean.
• Clean PCS with compressed air or distilled
water only.
• Do not open the PCS-Quick Release itself.
The warranty becomes void if the PCS has
been opened.
• When working close to the sea, a small drop
of silicon grease on the tip of the thread of
the two locking screws can help prevent the
natural process of galvanic corrosion between
the aluminium base and the steel screws.
• If working near to the sea, at the end of each
working day it is recommended to clean the
PCS, together with the rest of your mechanical
equipment, with plenty of distilled water.

• PCS is tested to withstand the equivalent
wear of 10+ years of normal use. However, the
mechanism relies heavily on the PCS tip being
in good condition/order. If your PCS doesn’t
work as smoothly as it should, please check the
condition of the tip, and replace it if required.
IMPORTANT:
PCS-Boom Connector (RYC185801)
PCS-Spigot (RYC185803)
PCS-Utility (RYC185804)
PCS-Utility Half Coupler Kit Small (RYC185809)
PCS-Utility Half Coupler Kit Large (RYC185810)
•
Tested operating temperature - 20°C to +70°C
• Max load 10kg (in xed position).
PCS-Organizer (RYC185800)
PCS-Lite 3/8” (RYC185802)
PCS-Lite 5/8” (RYC185812)
•
Tested operating temperature - 10°C to +50°C
• Max load 1kg (in xed position).

Rycote Microphone Windshields Ltd
Libby’s Drive, Slad Road, Stroud,
Gloucestershire, GL5 1RN, UK
Tel: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.rycote.com
Cod. RI000015 10/20