Shure P4T User manual

Model P4T
User Guide
©2008 Shure Incorporated
27D8712 (Rev. 7) Printed in U.S.A.
P4T Transmitter
for use with the PSM®400 Wireless Personal Monitor System
Émetteur P4T
à utiliser avec le système de retour personnel PSM 400
P4T-Sender
Zur Verwendung mit dem individuellen Monitorsystem PSM 400
Transmisor P4T
para uso con el sistema de monitor personal PSM 400
Trasmettitore P4T
da usare con il sistema di monitoraggio individuale PSM 400

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FRANÇAIS............................................................................................................................................ 8
DEUTSCH ........................................................................................................................................... 13
ESPAÑOL ........................................................................................................................................... 18
ITALIANO............................................................................................................................................ 23

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WARNING!
USING THIS SYSTEM AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE.
USE AS LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE.
In order to use this system safely, avoid prolonged listening at excessive sound pressure levels. Please use the following guidelines
established by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) on maximum time exposure to sound pressure levels before
hearing damage occurs. 90 dB SPL at 8 hours
95 dB SPL at 4 hours
100 dB SPL at 2 hours
105 dB SPL at 1 hour
110 dB SPL at 1/2hour
115 dB SPL at 15 minutes
120 dB SPL - avoid or damage may occur
It is difficult to measure the exact Sound Pressure Levels (SPL) present at the eardrum in live applications. In addition to the volume
setting on the PSM, the SPL in the ear is affected by ambient sound from floor wedges or other devices. The isolation provided by
the fit of quality earphones is also an important factor in determining the SPL in the ear.
Here are some general tips to follow in the use of this product to protect your ears from damage:
1. Turn up the volume control only far enough to hear properly.
2. Ringing in the ears may indicate that the gain levels are too high. Try lowering the gain levels.
3. Have your ears checked by an audiologist on a regular basis. If you experience wax buildup in your ears, stop using the system
until an audiologist has examined your ears.
4. Wipe the earphones with an antiseptic before and after use to avoid infections. Stop using the earphones if they are causing
great discomfort or infection.
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accompanying this unit.
LICENSING INFORMATION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate the equipment.
Licensing of Shure wireless microphone equipment is the user's responsibility, and licensability depends on the user's classification
and application, and on the selected frequency. Shure strongly urges the user to contact the appropriate telecommunications
authority concerning proper licensing, and before choosing and ordering frequencies.
THIS RADIO EQUIPMENT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MUSICAL PROFESSIONAL ENTERTAINMENT AND SIMILAR
APPLICATIONS.
NOTE: THIS EQUIPMENT MAY BE CAPABLE OF OPERATING ON SOME FREQUENCIES NOT AUTHORIZED IN YOUR RE-
GION. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NATIONAL AUTHORITY TO OBTAIN INFORMATION ON AUTHORIZED FREQUENCIES FOR
WIRELESS MICROPHONE PRODUCTS IN YOUR REGION
Licensing: Note that a ministerial license to operate this equipment may be required in certain areas. Consult your national authority
for possible requirements.
Shure Transmitter Model P4T may be used in the countries and frequency ranges listed in Table 1 on page 28.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for buying the P4T Transmitter. The P4T is a component in the PSM®400 family of wireless personal monitors. When used
with a P4R Receiver, it provides the many advantages of an in-ear monitoring system, including:
• Improved Sound Quality - high fidelity without the risk of feedback,
•
Increased Mobility - your mix moves with you,
•
Personal Control - through volume adjustment and MixMode
®
P4T TRANSMITTER FEATURES
1. Local Earphone Output Jack (1/8 inch): Connects to earphones.
2. Local Earphone Level Control: This knob adjusts the volume of the
local earphone jack's amplifier. Always listen at low levels.
3. Input Level LEDs: Two vertical strings of four LEDs display the input
level of the left and right input channels. The four LEDs on the left dis-
play the status of the signal from channel 1 and the four LEDs on the
right display the status of the signal from channel 2:
4. Transmission Frequency LED: This indicates which of the 16 chan-
nels (0-9 or A-F) is transmitting.
5. Frequency Select Button: This recessed button changes the trans-
mission channel. (Use a 1/4" plug to press this button.)
6. Antenna Connector 50 Ω, BNC type: This connects to the antenna
to transmit UHF signals to the receiver.
7. LOOP OUT Jacks: Two 1/4" TRS jacks allow the audio signal to pass
through the transmitter to other devices, including other transmitters,
tape recorders, or amplifiers.
8. INPUT Jacks: Two 1/4" TRS switching jacks are line level audio
inputs.
9. DC INPUT Connector: Input for PS40 power cord.
SET UP AND OPERATION
Follow these directions to set up the transmitter for operation.
1. Plug the power cord into the transmitter's DC INPUT power connector.
Plug the other end of the power cord into a wall outlet.
2. Attach the antenna to the ANTENNA OUT BNC connector.
3. Connect line level outputs of an audio source into the audio INPUTS
of the transmitter. Use both of the input jacks for a two-channel
source. Use either input jack for a mono source. The P4T transmits in
MixMode/stereo if both inputs are used, but automatically transmits in
mono if only one input is used.
NOTE: All inputs are phantom power protected up to 50 VDC.
4. Select an operating frequency using the Frequency Select Button.
Push the button repeatedly until the LED displays the desired chan-
nel. The display flashes. Push and hold the button until the flashing
stops to confirm the change (use a 1/4" plug to press the button).
IMPORTANT: Never set more than ONE transmitter to the
same operating frequency.
5. Once the P4T transmits audio, observe the input level LEDs. If the
LEDs consistently illuminate red, decrease the output level of the
audio source until the red LEDs flicker occasionally.
6. Set up the P4R receiver as directed in the P4R user's guide. Make
sure that the frequency selected on the receiver matches the fre-
quency selected on the transmitter.
TRANSMITTER FRONT PANEL
TRANSMITTER BACK PANEL
PA715 ANTENNA
LED Signal Status
RED (top) Limiter Active
YELLOW (middle) Nominal Level
GREEN (bottom two) Signal Present
.
For further information on the PSM 400 system, see the PSM 400 Wireless Personal Performance Pack User's Guide, available on the
web at

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LOOP APPLICATIONS
The LOOP OUT 1/L and 2/R outputs route the transmitter's incoming signal to other devices. Use the loop feature of the transmitter in
any number of applications, such as the following:
Operating Floor Monitors Through a P4T Transmitter: Send an audio signal through the LOOP connectors to a floor monitor amplifier.
In this set up, the receiver and the onstage monitors reproduce the same audio.
Making a Recording Through a P4T Transmitter: To record a performance, connect the LOOP outputs to the inputs of a tape deck,
DAT, or other recording device.
Operating Multiple PSM Wireless Systems Under MixMode Control: Send a band mix from a mixer to a P4T transmitter, then send
the band mix on to other transmitters using the P4T's LOOP OUT feature. Also send independent monitor mixes or direct outputs to the
second channel of each transmitter. The entire band receives the same band mix, while each individual player also hears a solo mix of
their own. Use the MixMode control on the P4R receiver to adjust the level between the solo mix and the band mix.
Floor Monitor Amplifier
P4T Transmitter (back panel)
MIXER
P4R
Receiver
P4R RECEIVER
MIXER
P4T TRANSMITTER
(BACK PANEL)
CASSETTE RECORDER
SOLO MIX 1
BAND MIX
BAND MIX
BAND MIX
P4T TRANSMITTER
P4R RECEIVER
MIXING CONSOLE
P4T TRANSMITTER
P4T TRANSMITTER P4R RECEIVER
P4R RECEIVER
BAND MIX
BAND MIX
SOLO MIX 1
SOLO MIX 2
BAND MIX
SOLO MIX 3
SOLO MIX 2
SOLO MIX 3

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SPECIFICATIONS
RF Frequency Range
722 to 952 MHz (country dependent)
Operating Range
300 feet (environment dependent)
RF Output Power
50 mW (+17 dBm) typical conducted (country dependent)
Modulation Limiter
Internal peak limiter (>10:1 compression)
Antenna
External whip, 50 ΩBNC connector
Power Requirements
Operating voltage 14-18 Vdc
Supplied with one of the following external power supplies:
• Model PS40: 120 Vac, 60 Hz input.
• Model PS40E, Model PS40UK: 230 Vac, 50/60 Hz input.
• Model PS40AR: 220 Vac, 50 Hz input.
Current
250 mA maximum
Dimensions
219.2 mm X 43.6 mm X 136.5 mm (8.63 in. X 1.718 in. X 5.375 in.)
Net Weight
907.2 g (2 lbs., 0 oz.)
CERTIFICATION
P4T: Certified to FCC Part 74, FCC ID DD4P4T. Certified in Canada by IC
under RSS-123.
EP4T: Meets essential requirements of European R&TTE Directive 99/5/
EC, eligible to bear CE mark: . Type approved to EN 300 422
Parts 1 and 2. Meets requirements of EMC Standard EN 301 489 Parts 1
and 9.
PS40: Conforms to applicable U.S. and Canadian electrical and safety
standards.
PS40AR: Conforms to Safety Standard IEC 60065. Certified TÜV Rhein-
land Argentina, S.A. No. RA2681022.
PS40E/PS40UK: Conforms to European low voltage directive 72/23/EEC.
Eligible to bear CE marking.
Furnished Accessories
1/4 Wave Transmitter Antenna.................PA715: 518-752 MHz
...............................................UA400(95B8699):774-952MHz
Bulkhead Adapter.........................................................95A8994
22 inch BNC Cable.......................................................95A2035
Single Mount Rack Bracket......................................... 53C8484
Dual Mount Rack Bracket.............................................53B8484
Straddle Bars................................................................53A8443
AC Adaptor
PS40 (120V), PS40E (230V), PS40UK (230V), PS40AR (220V)
Optional Accessories
Antenna Combiner..........................................PA770 (120 VAC)
.....................................................................PA770E (240 VAC)
Unidirectional Antenna.....................................................PA705
10 ft Coaxial Antenna Cable (BNC connector) ................PA725
CONNECTORS
P4T Audio Inputs (1/L and 2/R) P4T LOOP Outputs (1/L and 2/R)
BAND MIX
MIX OUT 1
MIX OUT 2
P4T TRANSMITTERS (BACK PANELS)
PERSONAL MONITOR MIXER
P4R RECEIVERS
MIXING CONSOLE
BAND MIX
INPUTS 1-4
SPLIT
OUTPUTS 1-4 MIX OUT
MIX OUT 1
(P4M MIX 1)
MIX OUT 2
(P4M MIX 2)
BAND MIX
BAND MIX
DIRECT BOX
DIRECT BOX
O682
Connector Type: 1/4-inch jack (female) TRS
Configuration: electronically balanced
Actual Impedance: 20 kΩ
Nominal Input Level: -10 dBV/-7.8 dBu
Maximum Input Level: +15 dBu
Pin Assignments: Tip = hot ring = cold
sleeve = ground
Phantom Power Protection? Yes. Up to 50 VDC
Connector Type: 1/4-inch jack (female) TRS
Configuration: electronically balanced
Actual Impedance: 20 kΩ
Nominal Output Level: -10 dBv/-7.8 dBu
Maximum Output Level: +15 dBu
Pin Assignments: Tip = hot ring = cold sleeve = ground
Phantom Power Protection? Yes
Up to 50 VDC
OperatingTwo PSMWirelessSystemsUnderMixModeControlFromaP4MMixer: SendabandmixfromamixingconsoletoaP4T
transmitter, then send the band mix to a second transmitter using the P4T's LOOP OUT feature. Create an individual mix for each trans-
mitterusingtheP4Mmixer. SendthemixtoeachtransmitterusingtheP4M'sMIXOUT1orMIXOUT2outputs. UsetheMixModecontrol on
theP4RreceivertoadjustthelevelsbetweenthebandmixandtheP4Mmix(formoreinformationontheP4MPersonalMonitorMixer, see
the P4M User's Guide or the PSM 400 Wireless Personal Performance Pack User's Guide, available at ).

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RACK MOUNTING THE P4T
The P4T features a 1/2-rack chassis specially designed for sturdiness. This eliminates the sagging and bending found in most 1/2-rack
designs. The brackets and straddle bars ensure that the units will be installed securely.
WARNING: Do not torque the screws too tightly, or the chassis may be damaged.
FRONT MOUNTING THE ANTENNA
The P4T transmitter comes equipped so the antenna can be front-mounted. Front-mounting prevents antenna cables from becoming en-
tangled and greatly minimizes RF interference from other cables. When a unit is located in a rack, antennas should be either front- or
remote-mounted.
NOTE: The PA715 antenna, which comes supplied with the P4T, cannot be remote mounted. Use a PA705 antenna for remote mounting.
SINGLE UNIT DUAL-MOUNTED UNITS
MOUNTING IN AN EQUIPMENT RACK
NOTE: Be sure to use both straddle bars when installing dual units.
1. Insert the bulkhead adapter
through either hole of the mount-
ing bracket and secure it from the
back using the supplied hardware.
2. Connect the transmitter antenna
output to the bulkhead adapter
with the supplied RF cable.
3. Install the antenna on the
bulkhead adapter.

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TABLE 1 TABLEAU 1 TABELLE 1 TABLA 1 TABELLA 1
*Please contact your national authority for information on available legal frequencies for your area and legal use of the equipment.
*Se mettre en rapport avec les autoritéscompétentes pour obtenir les informations sur les fréquencesautoriséesdisponibleslocalement
et sur l'utilisation autorisée du matériel.
*Für Informationen bezüglich der für Ihr Gebiet verfügbaren gesetzlich zugelassenen Frequenzen und der gesetzlichen Bestimmungen
für den Einsatz der Geräte setzen Sie sich bitte mit der zuständigen örtlichen Behörde in Verbindung.
* Comuníquese con la autoridad nacional para obtener información en cuanto a las frecuencias legales disponibles y usos legales del
equipo en su área.
*Rivolgersi alle autorità competenti per ottenere informazioni relative alle frequenze autorizzate nella propria regione e alle norme che
regolano l'uso di questo apparecchio.
Country Code
Code de Pays
Lander-Kurzel
Código de país
Codice del Paese
P4T-HF
(722 - 746 MHZ) P4T-P3 (722 - 746 MHZ) P4T-MN (800 - 830 MHZ) P4T-KE (842 - 952 MHZ)
A 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
B 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
CH 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
D 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
E 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
F * 722 - 746 MHZ * * *
GB 722 - 746 MHZ * * * 842 - 952 MHZ *
GR 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
I 722 - 746 MHZ * * * 863 - 952 MHZ*
IRL 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
L 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
NL 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
P 722 - 746 MHZ * * 800 - 830 MHZ * 842 - 952 MHZ *
DK * * 800 - 820 MHZ * 863 - 952 MHZ*
FIN * * 800,1 - 819,9 MHZ * 863 - 952 MHZ*
N * * 800 - 820 MHZ * 863 - 952 MHZ*
S * * 800 - 814 MHZ * 863 - 952 MHZ*
All Other Countries
Tous les autres pays
Alle anderen Länder
Demás países
Tutti gli altri Paesi
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Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gen-
erates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

©2008 Shure Incorporated