Sony DWA-01D User manual

Digital Wireless
Microphone System
DWT-B01
DWR-S01D
DWA-01D
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04 System Features
07 DWT-B01
Digital Wireless Transmitter
08 DWR-S01D
Digital Wireless Receiver
10 DWA-01D
Digital Wireless Adapter
11 Specifications & Accessories

Sony Digital Wireless Microphone System
A Breakthrough for a New
Level of Sound Quality and
operational Convenience
Since their first introduction in 1974, Sony has been continuously developing a rich
range of wireless microphone systems to offer superb audio performance, highly
stable transmission and flexible simultaneous multi-channel operation. Nowadays,
it can be clearly seen that the industry is migrating from Standard Definition (SD)
to High Definition (HD) for video production, as well as from analogue to digital
for sound production. This trend naturally boosts the need for higher-quality digital
technology in wireless microphone systems.
With the introduction of a new fully digital wireless microphone system, Sony has
made a breakthrough in the history of wireless microphone technology. Comprised
of the DWT-B01 bodypack transmitter, DWR-S01D slot-in type two-channel receiver
and DWA-01D adapter, the system provides excellent-quality digital wireless audio
transmission, large-scale, multi-channel operation and enhanced system flexibility
– a perfect match for high-quality ENG/EFP applications*1. Transmission of excellent-
quality 24-bit/48 kHz sampling digital audio signals is realised on the DWT-B01
transmitter. The audio codec used in the system was developed specifically for
wireless audio transmission, enabling the low-latency, secure and reliable operation
that is mandatory for quality-critical applications. In addition, the system allows
for an increase of up to 60%*2in the number of simultaneous digital wireless systems
in use compared to conventional analogue wireless systems, which gives users
enhanced system flexibility. Furthermore, the system offers a metadata-handling
capability that provides highly innovative full-wireless remote operations between
the transmitter and receiver, dramatically improving operational efficiency.
With its excellent audio quality, system flexibility and operational efficiency, the Sony
digital wireless microphone system opens up a whole new world of professional audio
applications.
*1 The digital wireless microphone system is not available in some countries.
*2 When operating on an 8 MHz bandwidth TV channel in Europe.
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04 System Features
Superb Quality Wireless Transmission
The digital wireless microphone system transmits high-
quality 24-bit/48 kHz sampling digital audio signals in
a specific frequency bandwidth that meets the
wireless-communication regulations of each country.
Utilising an original Sony codec, based on Sony’s many
years of experience in engineering audio products, the
system delivers a wide dynamic range of more than
106 dB, a wide frequency response of 20 Hz
to 20 kHz and an excellent system latency of 3.6 ms.
Simultaneous Multi-channel Operation
The digital wireless microphone system allows for large-
scale multi-channel operations. Thanks to the newly
developed digital modulator, the system realises an
intermodulation-free,equally spaced channel allocation.
The digital wireless transmission technology used in this
system enables a significant increase in the number of
simultaneous digital wireless systems in comparison with
current analogue wireless systems. For example, up to 16
channels of simultaneous operation is possible in an 8
MHz bandwidth TV channel in Europe.
This system also provides the option of using existing
WL-800 Series channel plans. In this configuration,
the digital wireless system reliably operates alongside
the WL-800 Series analogue wireless systems, without
concern for having analogue and digital wireless
systems interfering with each other.
Stable and Secure Transmission
Incorporating a newly-developed digital modulator,
the digital wireless microphone system allows highly
stable and secure wireless transmission that is extre-
mely tolerant to RF interference. The system transmits
digitally modulated and encrypted data to minimise
the risk of interception, providing highly secure
transmission. For secure and confidential commu-
nication, the system provides two communication
modes: peer-to-peer mode and password mode.
In peer-to-peer mode, wireless communication
between a DWT-B01 transmitter and DWR-S01D
receiver can be established by exchanging an
encryption key that is generated by the transmitter. In
password mode, multiple transmitters and receivers
can be configured by setting all devices with the same
user-designated password. In addition, this mode
supports broadcast communication, which enables
multiple receivers to receive audio signals from one
transmitter.
Pre-programmed Frequency Groups
To make it easy to choose the correct frequencies for
simultaneous multi-channel operation, the optimum
intermodulation-free frequencies are stored on each
DWR-S01D receiver. These frequencies – all of which
have been calculated and tested – are arranged in
groups, with each group pre-programmed to allow
interference-free operation. The digital wireless
microphone system operates within the following
frequency ranges:
Metadata Transmission
In addition to audio signals, a variety of information
about the DWT-B01 transmitter – such as audio input
peak level, remaining battery capacity, low-cut filter
frequency and attenuator level – can be wirelessly
transmitted to the DWR-S01 receiver as metadata. This
allows users to monitor the status of the transmitter from
the DWR-S01D receiver, offering high operational
convenience.
Audio RF Signal
Metadata
- Audio input peak level
- Battery remaining capacity
- Low-cut filter frequency
- Attenuator level
- Transmitter name
- Etc.
DWT-B01
Digital Wireless Transmitter
DWR-S01D
Digital Wireless Receiver
TX Information
Display
- Audio input peak level
- Battery remaining capacity
- Low-cut filter frequency
- Attenuator level
- Transmitter name
- Etc
Frequency range
DWT-B01 CE6267 798 to 822 MHz (TV 62 to 64 channels)
transmitter 838 to 862 MHz (TV 67 to 69 channels)
DWR-S01D CE62 798 to 822 MHz (TV 62 to 64 channels)
receiver CE67 838 to 862 MHz (TV 67 to 69 channels)
* The DWR-S01D receiver supports a 24 MHz band RF carrier frequency range.
When using the DWR-S01D receiver in either the 798 to 822 MHz (TV 62 to 64
channels) or 838 to 862 MHz (TV 67 to 69 channels) frequency range, please
contact your nearest Sony office or authorised dealer.

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Innovative Wireless Remote Control
Wireless remote control capability of the Sony digital
wireless microphone system is one of the most distinctive
user features that digital transmission technology has
made possible.
A variety of DWT-B01 transmitter settings – such as power
on/sleep, attenuator level, low-cut filter frequency and
RF power output level – can be wirelessly controlled
from the DWR-S01D receiver. This is highly convenient
because setting changes can be made very easily
even after the transmitters are attached to an actor or
reporter.
Furthermore, when the DWR-S01 receiver is used with
the PDW-700 XDCAM™HD camcorder, users can
monitor the status of the digital wireless microphone
system through the camcorder’s viewfinder. They can
also wirelessly control the settings of the DWT-B01
transmitter via the camcorder menu.
This wireless control makes use of 2.4-GHz IEEE802.15.4
communication technology, which is commonly
available worldwide. Communicating via this wireless
remote technology in no way affects the audio or RF
signals of either the digital or analogue wireless
microphone systems. In addition,it is ideal for large-scale
multi-channel system management and is effective for
low power consumption.
Audio RF Signal
Metadata
- Audio input peak level
- Battery remaining capacity
- Low-cut filter frequency
- Attenuator level
- Transmitter name
- Etc
Wireless Remote
Control
- TX FREQUENCY setting
- TX RF POWER setting
- TX ATT LEVEL setting
- TX LCF FREQUENCY setting
- TX POWER MODE setting
DWT-B01
Digital Wireless
Transmitter
DWR-S01D
Digital Wireless
Receiver
PDW-700
XDCAM HD
Camcorder
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Easy-to-see, Full Dot-matrix OLED
(Organic Light-Emitting Diode) Display
The DWT-B01 transmitter and DWR-S01D receiver have
an easy-to-see OLED display, providing a variety
of information such as operating channel/frequency,
AF input level, RF output level and battery status.
The quick response of the OLED display enables real-
time operating conditions, such as the audio level
meter, to be displayed clearly and accurately.
In addition, the OLED provides a high level of visibility
even in low-temperature or low-light environments.
USB Interface
The DWT-B01 transmitter and DWR-S01D receiver come
equipped with a USB interface. This is used to connect
a USB keyboard, from which users can easily change a
variety of settings. In addition, by connecting the
transmitter and receiver directly to each other via the
supplied USB cable, the encryption keys required
for confidential peer-to-peer communication can be
exchanged manually or automatically.
DWT-B01
DWR-S01D
DWT-B01
DWR-S01D
System Features

Wide RF Carrier Frequency Range
The DWT-B01 transmitter covers an extremely wide RF
carrier frequency range; much wider than the 24 MHz
band of the analogue wireless microphone system.The
CE6267 model can cover a 48 MHz band*1. This
remarkably wide coverage on a single model offers
cost efficiency and operational convenience,
because it allows one transmitter to be operated in
many different countries.
*1 The DWR-S01D receiver supports a 24 MHz band RF carrier
frequency range. 798 to 822 MHz (TV 62 to 64 channels) and
838 to 862 MHz (TV 67 to 69 channels).
Selectable RF Output Power (1/10/50 mW)
The DWT-01B transmitter provides a choice of RF output
powers. The 1 and 10 mW output is suitable for multi-
channel operations such as theatre and studio
productions, while the 50 mW output is intended for
long-distance transmissions such as sports and news
coverage.
Power Sleep Mode
The DWT-B01 transmitter is equipped with a power sleep/
wake up mode that can be wirelessly controlled from
the DWR-S01D receiver. Wherever the transmitter is
attached – for example, inside an actor’s costume – the
operator can remotely control the transmitter’s power
on and sleep settings, increasing operational conve-
nience and battery savings.
Digital Low-cut Filter
Equipped with a digital low-cut filter, the DWT-B01 trans-
mitter can reduce the effects of undesired ambient
noise.
Accommodates Various Types of Battery
The DWT-B01 transmitter can be operated with either
alkaline, lithium, or nickel-metal hydride batteries.
The transmitter will operate continuously for approxi-
mately four* hours when using two Sony AA-size alkaline
batteries at 25 °C (77 °F) and 10 mW output power.
* The operating time may vary depending on the operational
environment.
Compact,
Lightweight and Rugged Design
The DWT-B01 transmitter is designed to be extremely
compact and lightweight, essential qualities for users
in fast-moving TV and outdoor productions. It measures
63 x 73 x 17 mm and weighs just 125 g including the
battery. In addition, its robust die-cast magnesium body
allows the DWT-B01 transmitter to withstand even the
harshest of operational environments.
Switchable Mic or Line Input Level
and Adjustable Attenuator
The audio input level of the DWT-B01 transmitter
is selectable from either MIC or LINE. When MIC is selec-
ted, the attenuator can be adjusted in 3-dB steps from
0 dB to 48 dB. The reference input level of the MIC and
LINE is -58 dBu (-60 dBV) and +4 dBu, respectively.
DIGITAL WIRELESS TRANSMITTER
Dimensions
+
–
DWT-B01
DIGITAL WIRELESS TRANSMITTER
SET
AF/PEAK POWER
07
DWT-B01
Dimensions
Unit: mm (inches)
17 (11⁄18)
63 (2 1⁄2)
210 (8 3⁄8)
73 (2 7⁄8)3(
1⁄8)

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Industry-first Two-channel Slot-in Wireless Receiver
The DWR-S01D is an industry-first two-channel digital
wireless receiver that offers an ideal solution for high-
quality ENG and EFP applications. Despite its dual-
channel receiver capability, the DWR-S01D receiver is
small enough to be mounted directly in the slot of the
Sony PDW-700 XDCAM HD camcorder, maintaining the
well-balanced design and compactness of the
camcorder. Through the direct mount, high-quality
digital audio transmitted from a DWT-B01 transmitter
can be recorded directly to the camcorder via a
D-sub 15-pin interface without the need for any signal
conversions.
Rear Mounting to Camcorders
In addition to the slot-in capability for the PDW-700
XDCAM HD camcorder, the DWR-S01D receiver can be
rear-mounted to a range of Sony professional cam-
corders – such as the HDCAM™, XDCAM, XDCAM HD,
Digital Betacam™and MPEG IMX™Series camcorders –
using the DWA-01D adapter. When used with a
camcorder that has AES/EBU inputs, full-digital audio
recording is also possible.
DIGITAL WIRELESS RECEIVER
DWR-S01D
PDW-700
XDCAM HD Camcorder
Sony Professional Camcorder
with Wireless Receiver Slot

Compact, Lightweight and Rugged Design
Despite having a number of stunning functionalities,
such as its dual-channel receiver capability, the
DWR-S01D is still highly compact and lightweight – just
like the existing analogue, single-channel wireless recei-
ver WRR-855S/855B. It measures only 88 x 117.8 x 31.3 mm
and weighs just 280g (9 oz), maintaining good
balance even when mounted on a camcorder.
In addition, the DWR-S01D is made of magnesium die-
cast and aluminum, making it extremely rugged and
suitable for the harsh environments of even the most
demanding ENG/EFP applications.
Auto Channel Scanning Functions
The DWR-S01D receiver comes with two auto channel
scanning functions that allow for fast, easy and safe
frequency channel changes. Clear Scan mode auto-
matically seeks unoccupied channels, from which
operators can select the most appropriate channel to
use.While Active Channel mode searches for channels
that are currently in use, allowing operators to check
whether the channel is used by a transmitter in the
same operational group or by other equipment that
may interfere with the digital wireless transmission
signal.
Wireless Remote Control
The wireless remote control is an extremely efficient
feature that enables the DWR-S01D receiver to control
various settings of the DWT-B01 transmitter such
as power on/off, attenuator level, low-cut filter
frequency and RF power output level.
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Dimensions
RF 2POWER 1 RF 1 POWER 2
DWR-S01D
DIGITAL WIRELESS RECEIVER
Dimensions
Unit: mm (inches)
20 (3⁄16)
31.3 (1 1⁄14) 88 (3 1⁄2)
80 (3 1⁄4)
225 (8 3⁄8)
2.2 (3⁄32)
117.2 (1⁄8)
85 (3 3⁄8)
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An Introduction to Digital
Wireless Microphone
Technology is now available.

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Camcorder Rear-mount Operation*
1
The DWA-01D adapter allows the DWR-S01D receiver
to be rear-mounted on a range of Sony professional
camcorders, such as HDCAM, XDCAM, XDCAM HD,
Digital Betacam and MPEG IMX camcorders. In
addition, the DWA-01D adapter can be used with the
current analogue wireless receiver WRR-855S/855B.*2
*1 Requires an optional mount bracket (A-8278-057B).
*2 Output from the DWA-01D and WRR-855S/855B is one-channel
analogue audio signal only.
Stand-alone Wireless Receiver Operation
In addition to camcorder mounting, the DWR-S01D
receiver with DWA-01D adapter can also work as a
stand-alone wireless receiver.* This, in combination with
a digital audio mixer such as the Sony DMX-P01, creates
a compact, portable, EFP digital wireless microphone
system.
* Requires DC power supply from a connected unit via a 4-pin
connector.
Wide Array of Interfaces
The DWA-01D adapter comes equipped with a wide
range of interfaces optimised for diverse operational
needs:
>SMC9-4S (Sony 4-pin) (x 2): Outputs either AES/EBU
or analogue audio signals
>Word Sync input: Allows the digital wireless
microphone system to synchronise with an
external word sync signal
>Stereo headphone output: Offers easy monitoring
of the output sound (switchable between Tuner
1/Tuner 2/Mixed)
Unique Lock-together Mechanism
The DWA-01D adapter is equipped with a connecting
bracket that allows two DWA-01D adapters to be easily
combined. This is particularly convenient for when
two pairs of the DWR-S01D receiver and DWA-01D
adapter are used at the same time as a stand-alone
four-channel receiver system.
DIGITAL WIRELESS ADAPTER
DWA-01D
Dimensions
DWA-01D
WIRELESS ADAPTER
OUTPUT1 OUTPUT2
AEB/
EBU
ANALOG
DC IN
WORD
SYNC
Dimensions
Unit: mm (inches)
DWA-01D Supplied Accessories
20 (3⁄16)
103.5 (4 1⁄8)
88 (3 1⁄2)
138 (5 1⁄2)
126.8 (5)

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Specifications
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Sampling frequency 48 kHz
Quantisation bit length 24 bit
Reference input level MIC -58 dBu, 1 kHz (-60 dBV, 1 kHz)
(at 0-dB audio LINE +4 dBu, 1 kHz
attenuator level)
Reference output level Analogue output -58 dBu
AES/EBU output -36 dBFs/-20 dBFS switchable
Maximum output level Analogue output -22 dBu
AES/EBU output 0 dBFs
Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Dynamic range 106 dB typical (A-weighted, T.H.D = 1%)
Distortion (T.H.D) 0.03% or less
Modulation method π/4 Shift QPSK
Audio delay 3.6 ms
Remote control 2.4 GHz IEEE802.15.4 compliant
USB USB 2.0 compliant
DWT-B01
TRANSMITTING SECTION
Oscillator Crystal controlled PLL synthesiser
Carrier frequency range CE6267 798 to 822 MHz (TV 62 to 64 channels)
838 to 862 MHz (TV 67 to 69 channels)
Channel step 25 kHz
RF power output 1 mW/10 mW/50 mW (e.r.p.) selectable
Occupied RF bandwidth 192 kHz
Audio delay 1.5 ms
AUDIO SECTION
Maximum input level MIC -22 dBu (with 0 dB attenuator)
LINE +24 dBu
Audio attenuator adjustment range (pad) 0 to 48 dB
(3 dB steps, MIC input mode only)
Input connector Sony 4-pin (SMC9-4S) (x1)
Input impedance 4 kΩor more
GENERAL
Operating voltage DC 3.0 V, (two LR6 AA-size alkaline
batteries)
Battery life Approx. 4 hours at 10 mW output
(at 25 °C (77 °F), with Sony LR6 AA-size
alkaline batteries)
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 63 x 73 x 17 mm
excluding projection
Mass Approx. 125 g including batteries
Supplied accessories Soft case (x1), Spare battery case (x1),
Microphone cable (4-pin to XLR-3-pin) (x1),
USB adapter cable (x1), USB cable (x1),
Carrying case (x1), Frequency list (x1),
Operating instructions (x1)
DWR-S01D
TUNER SECTION
Type of reception Space diversity
Circuit system Dual conversion superheterodyne
Receiving frequency CE62 798 to 822 MHz (TV 62 to 64 channels)
range* CE67 838 to 862 MHz (TV 67 to 69 channels)
Channel step CE62/CE67 25 kHz
Local oscillators PLL synthesiser
RF input terminal BNC-R, 50 Ω
Sensitivity 20 dBµ or less (at bit error rate=1 x 10-5)
Audio delay 2.1 ms
AUDIO SECTION
Audio output connector D-sub 15-pin (x1)
GENERAL
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 88 x 117.8 x 31.3 mm
excluding projection
Mass Approx. 280 g
Supplied accessories Whip antenna (x2), USB cable adapter (x1),
USB cable (x1), Frequency list (x1),
Operating instructions (x1)
DWA-01D
AUDIO SECTION
Output connector Sony 4-pin (SMC9-4S) (x2)
(OUTPUT1, OUTPUT2)
Analogue audio output impedance 150 Ωor less
AES/EBU audio output impedance 75 Ω
WORD SYNC input BNC-R, 75 Ω, lockable range: 32 to 54 kHz
Monitor output connector ø 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
Monitor output level 5 mW (at 16 Ωload, T.H.D=1%)
GENERAL
Power requirements DC 12 V
Operating voltage DC 3.6 to 17 V
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 88 x 138 x 31.5 mm
excluding projection
Mass Approx. 250 g
Supplied accessories Audio cable (x2), DC cable (x1), Mount
plate kit (x1), Operating instructions (x1)
ECM-88BC
Lavalier Microphone
ECM-322BC
Headset Microphone
ECM-77BC
Lavalier Microphone
F-112
Dynamic Microphone
ECM-66BC
Lavalier Microphone
DMX-P01
Digital Portable Mixer
ECM-44BC
Lavalier Microphone
A-8278-057-B
Mounting Bracket
ECM-166BC
Lavalier Microphone
Optional Accessories
* The DWR-S01D receiver supports a 24 MHz band RF carrier frequency range. When using the DWR-S01D receiver in either the 590.125 to 607.875 MHz (TV 34 to 36 channels), 614.125 to 637.875 MHz
(TV 38 to 41 channels) or 662.125 to 697.875 MHz (TV 46 to 51 channels) frequency range, please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer.

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Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All non-metric weights and measurements are
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