Senal AWS-2000 User manual

USER’S GUIDE
AWS-2000
Table of Contents:
Introduction .......................................................2
Precautions ........................................................3
Box Contents ....................................................3
Overview .......................................................4-9
Getting Started ........................................10-12
Basic Operation ....................................... 13-18
Setting Input Levels .....................................19
Setting Output Levels .........................20-24
Advanced Functions ............................ 25-29
Common Advanced Functions.........30-32
Frequency Chart ........................................... 33
Troubleshooting ..................................... 33-34
Specifications ................................................ 35
Warranty ..........................................................36

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing Senal.
The Senal AWS-2000 is a versatile, lightweight, yet rugged
wireless system that is ideal for a wide variety of professional
uses such as ENG, interviews, conferences, lectures, and
live theater production. The included AWS-2000T beltpack
transmitter, AWS-2000R camera mount receiver, and
optional AWS-2000P plug-on transmitter have an operating
range of up to 500 feet. Each component is packed with
features that will enable production sound mixers and ENG
camera operators to capture broadcast-quality audio. The
intuitive design and an uncomplicated menu structure make
the AWS-2000 system easy to set up and effortless to use.
The portable receiver features a one-touch frequency scan
and infrared sync that allows you to effortlessly find a clear
channel for your devices. This true-diversity receiver uses
dual antennas and reception circuits that eliminate audio
dropouts and RF interference. To further protect audio from
unwanted interference, the AWS-2000 system includes
3-level squelch and pilot tone. Other features such as
selectable mic/line input and variable RF power output give
this wireless system the ability to deliver clean, accurate, and
pristine audio.
Each component is powered by two AA batteries.
An integrated Micro-USB port can be used to charge
NiMH batteries without removing them from the battery
compartments. Advanced OLED display technology provides
easy-to-see screens, even in dim lighting conditions. Top
display orientation assures that the displays are easy to read
regardless of where they’re mounted or carried. Removable
antennas make this wireless system compact and easy to
transport, and allows you to easily change an antenna if
it’s damaged. Rugged metal housing on each component
makes the AWS-2000 system ideal for travel or location use
and able to withstand the rigors of the most demanding
environments.
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Precautions / Box Contents
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Precautions
• Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this
manual in a safe place.
• Keep this unit away from water and any flammable
gases or liquids.
• Use only the correct, recommended voltage.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the
equipment—doing so will void the warranty, and Senal
will not be responsible for any damage.
• Clean the units with only a soft, dry cloth.
• Use only parts, accessories, and attachments provided
by the manufacturer.
• Make sure that this product is intact and that there are
no missing parts.
• To avoid damage to this product, be careful not to
overtighten or improperly thread any of the
threaded fittings.
• Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent
hearing loss. Avoid listening at high volumes for
extended periods of time.
• All images are for illustrative purposes only.
Box Contents
• AWS-2000T Beltpack transmitter
• AWS-2000R Portable true-diversity receiver
• Balanced locking Mini-to-XLR output cable
• Locking Mini–to-Mini output cable
• Camera mount for AWS-2000R
• Dual mounting bracket
• Carry case
• Antennas (×2)
• AA batteries (×4)
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Overview
Overview AWS-2000T Body-Pack Transmitter
Antenna
Mute switch
IR port
Microphone
input
Power
button
OLED
display
Up/Down
buttons
Set
button
Belt clip
Battery compartmentMicro-B USB port
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Overview
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AWS-2000
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1. Group number
2. Channel number
3. Transmission power indicator
4. Device name
5. Low cut filter
6. Input level indicator
7. Pilot tone indicator
8. Lock indicator
9. Battery level indicator
10. Audio input level meter
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Overview
Overview AWS-2000R True Diversity Receiver
Antenna A
Antenna B
AFS button
IR port
Power
button
Peak
indicator
RF
indicator
OLED
display
Up/Down
buttons
Set
button
Headphone
jack
Micro-B
USB port
Battery
compartment
Balanced 3.5 mm
output jack

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Overview
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1. Group number
2. Channel number
3. Antenna reception level indicator
• Icons for left and right antenna reception
level should appear as pictured. If they
don’t, refer to the Troubleshooting
section at the end of this manual.
4. Device name
5. Transmitter battery level indicator
• The transmitter’s battery level indicator
will not appear on the receiver screen
unless pilot tone is turned on (see Pilot
Tone on page 25).
6. Receiver battery level indicator
7. Audio input level meter

Overview AWS-2000P Plug-On Transmitter
Locking ring
OLED
display IR port
XLR connector
Up/Down
buttons
Set button
Power
button
Battery
compartment
Micro-B USB port
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Overview
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Overview
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AWS-2000
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1. Group number
2. Channel number
3. Transmission power indicator
4. Device name
5. Low cut filter
6. Input level indicator
7. Phantom power indicator
8. Pilot tone indicator
9. Lock indicator
10. Battery level indicator
11. Audio input level meter
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Getting Started
Getting Started
Installing the Batteries
1. Open the battery compartment by
sliding the battery compartment
door in the directions indicated by
the arrow.
2. Install the batteries into the
battery compartment. Make sure
to match the polarity indicated
on the inside of the battery
compartment door.
3. Press the battery compartment
door down, and slide it back into
place until it locks shut.
Selecting the Battery Type
The first time the batteries are installed, the battery
selection window will appear.
Select the setting that matches the type of battery you’re
using (Alkaline, Lithium, or rechargeable NiMH) by following
these steps:
1. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to the appropriate
battery type. [ BATTERY ALKALINE ]
2. Press the Set button.
Note: If you select the wrong battery type, the unit will still
function, but the battery meter will be inaccurate.
To change the battery type from the main menu during use,
see the Battery section under Common Advanced Functions
on page 31.
Powering On the Units
Press and hold the power button. The OLED screen and LED
indicators will illuminate.
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The battery icon indicates the battery
level. The icon blinks to indicate a
critically low battery level.
Attaching the Antennas
Screw the antennas clockwise into the
threaded antenna sockets. Make sure
they are tightly attached.
Connecting the Receiver
The AWS-2000 microphone system includes two output
cables for devices with an XLR input or a 3.5 mm TRS input.
The output cables feature right-angled locking 3.5mm
connectors to allow for flexible positioning, whether the
receiver is mounted on a camera or used in a bag. Choose the
appropriate cable for your device, and follow these steps:
1. Plug the right-angle male 3.5
mm plug into the output jack on
the bottom of the AWS-2000R
receiver, and turn the locking sleeve
clockwise until tight.
2. Connect the other end of the cable
to your device.
Connecting the Microphone
1. Plug the microphone’s male 3.5 mm plug
into the input jack on the top of the
AWS-2000T transmitter.
2. Secure the cable by turning the locking
sleeve clockwise until tight.
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Getting Started
Mounting the Receiver
To use the AWS-2000 as a shoe-
mounted wireless system mounted
on a camera, follow these steps:
Camera Mount (for Use with
One Receiver)
1. Align the camera mount with
the back of the AWS-2000R
receiver. Press it onto the
receiver until it snaps into place.
2. Loosen the locking ring by turning it counterclockwise,
and slide the mounting foot into your camera’s shoe
mount.
3. Tighten the locking ring by turning it clockwise until
it’s secure.
Dual Mount (for Use with Two Receivers)
1. Align the dual mount with
the back of both
AWS-2000R receivers.
Press the receivers onto the
mount until they snap
into place.
2. Place the camera mount
over the front of one of the receivers, and press it until it
snaps into place.
3. To mount both receivers onto your camera, loosen the
locking ring by turning it counterclockwise, and slide the
mounting foot into your camera’s shoe mount.
4. Tighten the locking ring by turning it clockwise until
it’s secure.
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Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
Power Button
• Press and hold to power the unit on and off.
• In menu mode, press to return to the main screen.
• In the advanced menu, press to return to the main menu.
• Double-press to toggle main and headphone output
control function of the Up/Down buttons
(Receiver only). See Setting Output Levels on page 20.
Set Button
SET
• Press and hold to enter menu mode.
• Press to select a menu item in order to change its value.
• Press to select and save a new value of a menu item.
Up/Down Buttons
Use the Up/Down buttons to
• Adjust output level.
Note: The AWS-2000R receiver’s Up/Down buttons are
preset to adjust the main output level. The buttons can be
changed to control the headphone output level (see Setting
Output Levels on page 20).
• Navigate through menus.
• Change the values of menu items.
Frequency Scanning and Syncing Devices
Important! You should always scan for a clear frequency and
sync your devices before each use.
The AWS-2000 offers an innovative one-touch scanning
process to get you up and running in seconds.
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Basic Operation
Auto Frequency Scanning (AFS)
1. Power on the receiver and transmitter.
2. Press and hold the AFS button
on the receiver to initiate a
frequency scan. The receiver will
scan all available frequencies
and select one that is free of
interference, [ SCANNING ] will appear on the screen. Once
the scan is complete,
[SYNC >>> ] will appear on the screen, and the receiver will
automatically send out a sync signal from its IR port.
3. Position the transmitter and receiver so their IR ports face
each other. [ SYNC ] will appear on the receiver’s screen
when the devices have been successfully synced.
If [ SYNC ERROR!] appears on the screen, rescan by pressing
and holding the AFS button again. Make sure the transmitter
is turned on and that the IR ports are facing each other.
Note: The receiver sends an IR sync signal for approximately
10 seconds. If syncing is not accomplished in that time, you
can restart the process by pressing and holding the AFS
button again.
Manual Sync
To manually sync the receiver and transmitter to the same
frequencies, follow these steps:
1. On the receiver, press and hold the Set button to enter
the menu.
2. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to scroll to
[ADVANCED MENU ]. Press Set to enter the advanced menu.
3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to [ SYNC ], and
press Set.
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4. Press the Up/Down buttons until [ SYNC YES ] appears on
the screen. Press Set to being syncing.
5. Position the receiver’s IR port so it faces the transmitter’s
IR port. This will sync the transmitter to the frequency
from the receiver. [ SYNC ] will appear on the receiver’s
screen when the devices have been successfully synced.
6. When syncing is complete, confirm that the receiver and
transmitter are tuned to the same channel.
If [ SYNC ERROR!] appears on the screen, repeat the previous
steps. Make sure the transmitter is turned on and that the IR
ports are facing each other.
Manual Channel or Frequency Selection
The frequency or channel selection can be initiated on either
device. To manually select the operating frequency, follow
these steps:
By Channel
The AWS-2000 operating frequency can be adjusted with
preset channels that are programmed to be intermodulation
free. If two AWS-2000 systems are operating in the same
space, selecting different channels will assure that the two
systems will not cause any disruptive intermodulation with
each other.
1. On the receiver, press and hold the Set button to enter
the menu.
2. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to [ TUNE ], and press
the Set button.
3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to the [ CHANNEL ]
prompt, and press the Set button. The group number
will flash.
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Basic Operation
4. Use the Up/Down buttons to select the group number,
and press the Set button to store it. The channel number
will flash.
5. Scroll to the desired channel number, and press Set to
store it. The receiver will automatically prompt you to
sync the system.
6. With [ SYNC ] on the screen, press the Set button. The
Yes/No prompt will flash on the screen.
7. Press the Up/Down buttons until [ YES ] flashes on the
screen, and press the Set button. The sync indicator arrow
will show on the screen.
8. Make sure the Transmitter and the Receiver IR ports are
facing each other until [ SYNC ] appears on the screen of
the device that’s initiating the sync.
9. When syncing is complete, confirm that the receiver and
transmitter are tuned to the same channel.
By Frequency
1. Press and hold the Set button to enter menu mode.
2. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to [TUNE ], and press
the Set button.
3. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to the [ FREQUENCY ]
prompt, and press the Set button.
4. Use the Up/Down buttons to manually tune the frequency
in 0.025 MHz increments.
Press and hold to scroll rapidly through the
available frequencies.
5. Once you have selected the desired frequency, press Set
to store it. The receiver will automatically prompt you to
sync the system.
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6. With [ SYNC ] on the screen, press the Set button.
The Yes/No prompt will flash on the screen. Use the Up/
Down buttons until [ YES ] flashes on the screen, and press
the Set button. The sync indicator arrow will show on
the screen.
7. Make sure the Transmitter’s and the Receiver’s IR ports
are facing each other until [ SYNC ] appears on the
screen of the device that’s initiating the sync.
8. When syncing is complete, confirm that the receiver and
transmitter are tuned to the same channel.
If [ SYNC ERROR!] appears on the screen, repeat steps 1
through 7 above. Make sure the transmitter is turned on and
that the IR ports are facing each other.
RF Indicator
The RF indicator will display the
status of the connection between the
transmitter and receiver.
Solid red:
The receiver does not detect an RF
signal. If the transmitter and receiver
are synced and set to the same channel, a solid red LED
indicates that the transmitter is out of range.
Solid blue:
The receiver detects a strong RF signal.
Intermittent red and blue:
If the transmitter is synced with the receiver, this indicates
that the transmitter is nit receiving a strong signal and the
transmitter is almost out of range. Move the transmitter
closer to the receiver until you see a steady blue light.
If the transmitter has not been synced with the receiver, the
receiver is set to a frequency that has interference. Rescan
for an open frequency.
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Basic Operation
Lock
• Locked disables all of the buttons to prevent accidental
changes to the settings.
• On w/Level locks all functions except the output level
control (Up/Down buttons). Use this setting for quick
access to output level changes without changing any of
the other settings.
• Unlock restores the functions of all the buttons.
To change the lock setting, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the Set button to enter menu mode.
2. Scroll to the [ LOCK ] menu, and press the Set button. The
menu selection will blink.
3. Select [ LOCKED ], [ ONW/LEVEL ], or [ UNLOCK ], and press the
Set button to store the change.
Note: Even when the transmitter or receiver is locked, you
can still access menu mode by pressing and holding the
Set button.
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Setting Input Levels
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Setting Input Levels
AWS-2000T Transmitter and AWS-2000P
Plug-On Transmitter
The transmitter and plug-on transmitter can be set to MIC or
LINE input.
• Select [ LINE ] when sending a line-level signal from
devices such as a mixer or playback device. Selecting
[LINE ] sets the input level to a fixed line level.
• Select [ MIC ] when connecting a microphone to the
transmitter. Selecting [ MIC ] allows you to adjust the
input level from -15 to 0 dB on the transmitter, or
-30 to 0 dB on the plug-on transmitter.
To set the input level, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the Set button to activate menu mode.
2. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll to the [ INPUT ] menu,
and press the Set button to enter the input preferences.
The current input selection will blink.
3. Use the Up/Down buttons to select [ MIC ] or [ LINE ].
• If you choose [ LINE ], press the Set button to store
the selection.
• If you choose [ MIC ], press the Set button. The input
dB level, e.g., [ -6dB ] will appear on the screen. Use
the Up/Down buttons to raise or lower the input level.
Press the Set button to store the change.
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Setting Output Levels
Setting Output Levels
AWS-2000R Receiver
Main Output
The main output controls the signal level that is sent to the
input device (camera or recorder) via the 3.5 mm jack on the
bottom of the AWS-2000R receiver.
1. Use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the output. The
Screen will read [ MAIN OUT ] along with the output level
[-29 db ] to [ 8 dB ].
2. Press the Set button to save the change.
Set the output level so the input device receives a high
signal level without distorting.
Peak Indicator
The peak indicator lets you know if the
output signal to the recording device is
too strong and distorting.
Solid blue
The output level is normal and is
not distorting.
Occasional red flashes
The output signal is peaking and
possibly causing distortion. Adjust the levels of the
transmitter and receiver down to avoid these signal peaks.
Toggling the Output Control
The AWS-2000R receiver features a toggle function that
lets you quickly switch the Up/Down buttons’ control of the
main or headphone output.
1. Double-press the power button. [ OUTPUT PHONE ] will
appear on the screen.
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