Sony UWP-D21 User manual

UHF Wireless Microphone Package
UHF Synthesized Transmitter
UHF Synthesized Wireless Microphone
UHF Synthesized Diversity Tuner
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
UWP-D21/D22/D26/D27
UTX-B40
UTX-M40
UTX-P40
URX-P40
URX-P41D
5-042-114-11 (1)
© 2022 Sony Corporation

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Table of Contents
Configuration of the Packages ..................3
UWP-D21 ..................................................... 3
UWP-D22 ..................................................... 4
UWP-D26 ..................................................... 5
UWP-D27 ..................................................... 6
Models available separately.......................... 7
Features .......................................................8
UWP-D21 ..................................................... 8
UWP-D22 ..................................................... 8
UWP-D26 ..................................................... 8
UWP-D27 ..................................................... 8
Name and Function of Parts.......................9
Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40)............... 9
Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40)........... 11
Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40).................. 12
Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) ........... 14
Portable diversity tuner (URX-P41D) ........ 16
Power Supply.............................................18
Inserting the batteries.................................. 18
Supplying power from a USB connector.... 20
Supplying power from an SMAD-P5
(option).............................................. 20
Attaching Accessories..............................21
Attaching accessories to the body-pack
transmitter (UTX-B40)...................... 21
Attaching accessories to the hand-held
microphone (UTX-M40)................... 22
Attaching accessories to the plug-on
transmitter (UTX-P40) ...................... 22
Attaching accessories to the portable diversity
tuner (URX-P40/P41D)..................... 22
Operation ...................................................23
If noise is generated .................................... 25
Tuner Settings ...........................................26
Menu structure and operation ..................... 26
Setting the receive channel ......................... 27
Searching for available channels within a
group (Clear Channel Scan) .............. 28
Searching for active channels within a group
(Active Channel Scan) ...................... 29
Adjusting the monitor audio level .............. 30
Configuration menu .................................... 31
UTILITY menu........................................... 34
RX1/2 (tuner 1/2) menu.............................. 36
EXT.IN menu ............................................. 38
Transmitter Settings .................................39
Menu structure and operation ..................... 39
Setting the transmit channel........................ 40
Configuration menu .................................... 41
System Configuration Example ...............45
Error Messages .........................................46
Troubleshooting........................................47
Important Notes on Use............................51
Usage and storage ....................................... 51
Cleaning...................................................... 51
Specifications............................................52
Transmitter (UTX-B40/M40/P40).............. 52
Tuner (URX-P40/P41D)............................. 54

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Configuration of the Packages
This manual is for the UWP-D21/D22/D26/D27 Wireless Microphone Packages. The contents of each package are
described below.
Some of the packages may not be available in certain countries or areas. In addition, the U90 model can only be used in
the USA.
The use of U90 transmitters requires a license and is subject to restrictions on frequency selection and channel spacing.
For details, consult your Sony dealer.
UWP-D21
The package consists of a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P40), and their accessories.
When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP
(Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.
Note
Body-pack transmitter
(UTX-B40) (1)
Portable diversity tuner
(URX-P40) (1)
Supplied accessories
Wind screen (1)Omni-directional lavalier microphone (1) Holder clip (1)
Shoe mount adaptor (1) Belt clip (2)
Before Use (1)
Quick Start Guide (1)
Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR
models only)
Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable
for the URX-P40 (1)
XLR-BMP conversion output cable
for the URX-P40/URX-P41D (1)

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UWP-D22
The package consists of a hand-held microphone (UTX-M40), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P40), and their accessories.
When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP
(Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.
Microphone holder (1)
XLR-BMP conversion output cable
for the URX-P40/URX-P41D (1)
Shoe mount adaptor (1)Belt clip (1)
Before Use (1)
Quick Start Guide (1)
Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR
models only)
Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable
for the URX-P40 (1)
Supplied accessories
Hand-held microphone
(UTX-M40) (1)
Portable diversity tuner
(URX-P40) (1)

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UWP-D26
The UWP-D26 consists of a plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40), a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40), a portable diversity
tuner (URX-P40), and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG
(Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.
Body-pack transmitter
(UTX-B40) (1)
Portable diversity tuner
(URX-P40) (1)
Supplied accessories
Soft case (1)
Plug-on transmitter
(UTX-P40) (1)
Shoe mount adaptor (1) Belt clip (2)
Wind screen (1) Holder clip (1)
Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable
for the URX-P40 (1)
XLR-BMP conversion output cable
for the URX-P40/URX-P41D (1)
Omni-directional lavalier microphone (1)
Before Use (1)
Quick Start Guide (1)
Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR
models only)

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UWP-D27
The package consists of two body-pack transmitters (UTX-B40), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P41D) that can receive
two frequencies, and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG
(Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed.
Body-pack transmitter
(UTX-B40) (2)
Portable diversity tuner
(URX-P41D) (1)
Supplied accessories
Wind screen (2)Omni-directional lavalier microphone (2) Holder clip (2)
Shoe mount adaptor (1) Belt clip (3)
Before Use (1)
Quick Start Guide (1)
Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR
models only)
Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable
for the URX-P41D (1)
XLR-BMP conversion output cable
for the URX-P40/URX-P41D (2)

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Models available separately
The transmitter and tuner in each package are available
for purchase separately. The components provided with
each product are given below.
UTX-B40
• Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) (1)
• Omni-directional lavalier microphone (1)
• Wind screen (1)
• Holder clip (1)
• Belt clip (1)
• Before Use (1)
• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)
UTX-M40
• Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40) (1)
• Microphone holder (1)
• Before Use (1)
• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)
UTX-P40
• Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40) (1)
• Soft case (1)
• Before Use (1)
• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)
URX-P40
• Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) (1)
• Shoe mount adaptor (1)
• Belt clip (1)
• XLR-BMP conversion output cable for the URX-P40/
URX-P41D (1)
• Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable for the
URX-P40 (1)
• Before Use (1)
• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)
URX-P41D
• Portable diversity tuner (URX-P41D) (1)
• Shoe mount adaptor (1)
• Belt clip (1)
• XLR-BMP conversion output cable for the URX-P40/
URX-P41D (2)
• Stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable for the
URX-P41D (1)
• Before Use (1)
• Warranty card (1) (UC, U, LA, KR models only)

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Features
The UWP-D21/D22/D26/D27 (UWP-D series) Wireless
Microphone Packages comprise a transmitter (body-pack
transmitter (UTX-B40), hand-held microphone
(UTX-M40), or plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40)) and a
receiver (portable diversity tuner (URX-P40 or
URX-P41D)). In combination with a compact camcorder
or interchangeable-lens digital camera, the packages can
be used for various purposes, such as ENG (Electronic
News Gathering), EFP (Electronic Field Production),
sports events, and weddings.
The features of each package are described below.
UWP-D21
• High quality sound with Sony Digital Audio Processing
• “NFC SYNC” function for quick and easy secure
channel setting
• True diversity for stable signal reception
• Auto gain mode volume control
•+15dB gain volume boost mode for off-mic audio
• Line input available
• Channel memory function for fast switching between
two receiver frequencies
• Transmitter frequency sent to receiver
• Headphone output for monitoring
• Monitor mode for using a receiver as an ear monitor
• Variable muting function
• Compatibility with Sony WL-800/UWP/UWP-D series
• Output level control for receiver
• High visibility OLED display for indoor/outdoor use
• USB for power supply
• Digital audio interface support using SMAD-P5 multi-
interface shoe-mount adaptor (option)*
* For details on cameras that support this function, visit
the Sony website.
UWP-D22
• High quality sound with Sony Digital Audio Processing
• “NFC SYNC” function for quick and easy secure
channel setting
• True diversity for stable signal reception
• Interchangeable head for wide choice of microphone
capsule
• Auto gain mode volume control
• +15 dB gain volume boost mode for off-mic audio
• Channel memory function for fast switching between
two receiver frequencies
• Transmitter frequency sent to receiver
• Headphone output for monitoring
• Monitor mode for using a receiver as an ear monitor
• Variable muting function
• Compatibility with Sony WL-800/UWP/UWP-D series
• Output level control for receiver
• High visibility OLED display for indoor/outdoor use
• USB connector for power supply (URX-P40 only)
• Digital audio interface support using SMAD-P5 multi-
interface shoe-mount adaptor (option)*
* For details on cameras that support this function, visit
the Sony website.
UWP-D26
• High quality sound with Sony Digital Audio Processing
• “NFC SYNC” function for quick and easy secure
channel setting
• True diversity for stable signal reception
• Auto gain mode volume control
•+15dB gain volume boost mode for off-mic audio
• Line input available
• +48V power supply (plug-on transmitter)
• Channel memory function for fast switching between
two receiver frequencies
• Transmitter frequency sent to receiver
• Headphone output for monitoring
• Monitor mode for using a receiver as an ear monitor
• Variable muting function
• Compatibility with Sony WL-800/UWP series
• Output level control for receiver
• High visibility OLED display for indoor/outdoor use
• USB for power supply
• Digital audio interface support using SMAD-P5 multi-
interface shoe-mount adaptor (option)*
* For details on cameras that support this function, visit
the Sony website.
UWP-D27
• High quality sound with Sony Digital Audio Processing
• “NFC SYNC” function for quick and easy secure
channel setting
• Space-diversity reception method for low dropouts
(higher stability, true diversity reception in single
channel operation mode)
• External microphone input connector supports plug-in
power type external microphones and Sony BMP type
lavalier microphones
• Built-in mixing function for flexible mixing and output
of input signals
• Auto gain mode volume control
• +15 dB gain volume boost mode for off-mic audio
• Line input available
• ALL BAND scan function that scans all available
frequency bands (Japan model, Korea model, 90U
model, and E model do not have this function)
• Channel memory function for fast switching between
two receiver frequencies
• Transmitter frequency sent to receiver
• Headphone output for monitoring
• Monitor mode for using a receiver as an ear monitor
• Variable muting function
• Compatibility with Sony WL-800/UWP/UWP-D series

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• Channel configuration supported in combination with
the UWP-D series equipped with an infrared
communication function
• Output level control for receiver
• Equipped with output mode with wide range of output
level settings
• High visibility OLED display for indoor/outdoor use
• USB for power supply
• Digital audio interface support using SMAD-P5 multi-
interface shoe-mount adaptor (option)*
* For details on cameras that support this function, visit
the Sony website.
Name and Function of
Parts
Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40)
aAntenna
bPOWER indicator
Displays the battery level.
cAUDIO (audio input level) indicator
Turns on or off according to the audio input level as
follows.
On (red): Audio input level is too high. If the sound is
distorted, adjust the attenuation level to decrease the
audio input level (page 41).
On (green): Audio input level is appropriate.
Off: There is no audio input or the input level is too low.
Flashing (orange): Audio is muted (i.e., disabled).
dAudio input connector (BMP type)
Connect to the supplied lavalier microphone.
• When the audio input level is set to MIC, a voltage for
the lavalier microphone power supply is applied to the
audio input connector. Special electrical wiring is used
inside the audio input connector for this purpose.
Indicator display Status
On (green) Sufficient battery level
Flashing (green) Battery is getting low
Off Supply OFF
Notes

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• If a lavalier microphone other than the one supplied is
connected, the proper performance may not be
obtained.
eDisplay section
ARF transmission indicator
Displays the current transmission status.
BRF transmission power indicator
Indicates the current transmission power setting. You can
change the setting with the RF transmission power setting
function.
For details on the RF transmission power setting
function, see “Setting the transmit output level (RF
POWER)” (page 42).
CAudio input level meter
Displays the audio input level.
DPeak indicator
Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which
distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.
EInput level indicator
Displays the input level status.
:Microphone input
:Line input
FMuting status indicator
Displays an icon when the muting function is on.
For details about the muting function, see “Setting the
operation of the audio muting function (MUTE
SETTING) (UTX-B40/P40 only)” (page 42).
GBattery level indicator
Displays the battery level. “USB” is displayed when
power is supplied from the USB connector.
For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 19).
HMenu display section
Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to
switch functions.
For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 41).
IGain mode indicator
Displays the gain mode setting.
For details, see “Setting the audio gain (GAIN MODE)”
(page 41).
f+ or – button
Selects functions or values shown on the display.
gInfrared detector
Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the
tuner.
hN-Mark
Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the
tuner. It also notifies the tuner about the frequency and
compander mode set on the transmitter.
iBattery compartment
Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride,
or lithium batteries).
For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power
Supply” (page 18).
jMUTE button
Turns the muting function on/off. You can change the
muting function on/off control method in the
configuration menu.
For details about switching the muting function on/off,
see “Setting the operation of the audio muting function
(MUTE SETTING) (UTX-B40/P40 only)” (page 42).
kSET button
Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the
displayed value.
Holding down the SET button while turning on the power
turns the transmitter on without transmitting a signal
(transmission stopped mode).
lUSB connector (USB Type-C®)
Connect to a commercially available USB portable power
supply.
When a USB portable power supply is connected while
the power is turned on, the unit automatically operates
with power supplied by the USB portable power supply.
mPOWER button
Turns the power on/off.
:Transmitting
–:Transmission stopped
Function Operation
Supply ON Press button for one second or
longer
Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns
off

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Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40)
aMicrophone unit
The standard-equipped microphone unit can be
interchanged with another microphone unit having a
diameter of 31.3 mm and a pitch of 1.0 mm.
For details on attaching and removing the microphone
unit, see “Replacing the microphone unit” (page 22).
bPOWER indicator
Displays the battery level and audio muting (i.e., audio
enabled or disabled) status.
cPOWER/MUTE button
Turns the power on/off. You also use this button to turn
the muting function on/off.
You can disable the power supply operation of the
POWER/MUTE button and change the muting function
on/off control method from the configuration menu.
For details, see “Setting the operation of the audio
muting function (POWER/MUTE) (UTX-M40 only)”
(page 42).
dBattery compartment
Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride,
or lithium batteries).
For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power
Supply” (page 18).
eN-Mark
Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the
tuner. It also notifies the tuner about the frequency and
compander mode set on the transmitter.
fAntenna section
gDisplay section
ARF transmission indicator
Displays the current transmission status.
BRF transmission power indicator
Indicates the current transmission power setting. You can
change the setting with the RF transmission power setting
function.
For details on the RF transmission power setting
function, see “Setting the transmit output level (RF
POWER)” (page 42).
CAudio input level meter
Displays the audio input level.
DPeak indicator
Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which
distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.
EMuting status indicator
Displays an icon when the muting function is on.
Indicator display Status
On (green) Sufficient battery level
Flashing (green) Battery is getting low
Off Supply OFF
Flashing (orange) Audio is muted (i.e., disabled)
Function Operation
Supply ON Press button for one second or
longer
Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns
off
Muting ON Press button
Muting OFF
Inside the grip
:Transmitting
–:Transmission stopped

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For details about the muting function, see “Setting the
operation of the audio muting function (POWER/MUTE)
(UTX-M40 only)” (page 42).
FBattery level indicator
Displays the battery level.
For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 19).
GMenu display section
Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to
switch functions.
For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 41).
HGain mode indicator
Displays the gain mode setting.
For details, see “Setting the audio gain (GAIN MODE)”
(page 41).
hInfrared detector
Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the
tuner.
iSET button
Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the
displayed value.
Holding down the SET button while turning on the power
turns the transmitter on without transmitting a signal
(transmission stopped mode).
jUSB connector (USB Type-C)
For use by service personnel.
kPOWER button
Turns the power on/off.
l+ or – button
Selects functions or values shown on the display.
Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40)
aAudio input connector (XLR type)
Connect to a microphone or the line output of an audio
mixer or other device.
b+48V (+48 V supply) indicator
Lights up when the unit is set to MIC input and is
supplying power to the connected microphone.
cPOWER indicator
Displays the battery level.
dAUDIO (audio input level) indicator
Turns on or off according to the audio input level as
follows.
On (red): Audio input level is too high. If the sound is
distorted, adjust the attenuation level to decrease the
audio input level (page 41).
On (green): Audio input level is appropriate.
Off: There is no audio input or the input level is too low.
Flashing (orange): Audio is muted (i.e., disabled).
Indicator display Status
On (green) Sufficient battery level
Flashing (green) Battery is getting low
Off Supply OFF
Front
Bottom

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eDisplay section
ARF transmission indicator
Displays the current transmission status.
BRF transmission power indicator
Indicates the current transmission power setting. You can
change the setting with the RF transmission power setting
function.
For details on the RF transmission power setting
function, see “Setting the transmit output level (RF
POWER)” (page 42).
CAudio input level meter
Displays the audio input level.
DPeak indicator
Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which
distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.
EInput level indicator
Displays the input level status.
:Microphone input
:Line input
FMuting status indicator
Displays an icon when the muting function is on.
For details about the muting function, see “Setting the
operation of the audio muting function (MUTE
SETTING) (UTX-B40/P40 only)” (page 42).
GBattery level indicator
Displays the battery level. “USB” is displayed when
power is supplied from the USB connector.
For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 19).
HMenu display section
Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to
switch functions.
For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 41).
IGain mode indicator
Displays the gain mode setting.
For details, see “Setting the audio gain (GAIN MODE)”
(page 41).
f+ or – button
Selects functions or values shown on the display.
gInfrared detector
Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the
tuner.
hN-Mark
Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the
tuner. It also notifies the tuner about the frequency and
compander mode set on the transmitter.
iMUTE button
Turns the muting function on/off. You can change the
muting function on/off control method in the
configuration menu.
For details about switching the muting function on/off,
see “Setting the operation of the audio muting function
(MUTE SETTING) (UTX-B40/P40 only)” (page 42).
jSET button
Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the
displayed value.
Holding down the SET button while turning on the power
turns the transmitter on without transmitting a signal
(transmission stopped mode).
kPOWER button
Turns the power on/off.
lUSB connector (USB Type-C)
Connect to a commercially available USB portable power
supply.
When a USB portable power supply is connected while
the power is turned on, the unit automatically operates
with power supplied by the USB portable power supply.
mBattery compartment
Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride,
or lithium batteries).
For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power
Supply” (page 18).
:Transmitting
–:Transmission stopped
Function Operation
Supply ON Press button for one second or
longer
Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns
off

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Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) aAntenna
bPHONES (monitor) connector (3.5-mm
diameter, stereo mini jack)
Connect to headphones to monitor the audio output.
Do not connect headphones with a monaural mini jack.
This may short-circuit the headphone outputs, resulting in
distorted sound output.
cPOWER indicator
Displays the battery level.
dRF (radio frequency input) indicator
Displays the RF input level using the following colors.
On (green): Input level is 25 dBµ or more.
On (red): Input level is 15 dBµ to 25 dBµ.
Off: Input level is 15 dBµ or lower.
*0dBµ = 1 µVEMF
e+ or – button
Selects functions or values shown on the display.
fN-Mark
Sends the set frequency and compander mode to the
transmitter. It also detects the tuner about the frequency
and compander mode set on the transmitter.
gBattery compartment
Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride,
or lithium batteries).
For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power
Supply” (page 18).
hDisplay section
AAudio input level meter
Displays the audio input level.
Front
Bottom
Rear
Note
Indicator display Status
On (green) Sufficient battery level
Flashing (green) Battery is getting low
Off Supply OFF

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BPeak indicator
Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which
distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.
CTransmitter power warning indicator
Displays an icon when the remaining battery capacity of
the transmitter being received is almost discharged.
• The icon is not displayed if the receive signal level is
low.
• This function is enabled only when the transmitter is a
UTX-B40/M40/P40.
DTransmitter muting status indicator
Displays an icon when the muting function of the
transmitter being received is on.
• The icon is not displayed if the receive signal level is
low.
• This function is enabled only when the transmitter is a
UTX-B40/M40/P40.
EBattery level indicator
Displays the battery level. “USB” is displayed when
power is supplied from the USB connector. “MI” is
displayed when power is supplied from an SMAD-P5
(option).
For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 19).
FRF (radio frequency input) level meter
Displays the RF input level. The number of lights will
change depending on the input level.
6 lights: 60 dBµ or higher
5 lights: 50 dBµ to 60 dBµ
4 lights: 40 dBµ to 50 dBµ
3 lights: 30 dBµ to 40 dBµ
2 lights: 20 dBµ to 30 dBµ
1 light: 10 dBµ to 20 dBµ
No lights: 10 dBµ or lower
GMenu display section
Displays various functions. Press the + or – button to
switch functions.
For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 31).
iNFC SYNC (NFC communication) button
Press to start a channel scan and for NFC communication
with the transmitter.
For details, see “Operation” (page 23).
jSET button
Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the
displayed value.
Holding down the SET button while turning on the power
turns the transmitter on without transmitting a signal
(transmission stopped mode).
kPOWER button
Turns the power on/off.
lOUTPUT (audio output) connector (3.5-mm
diameter, 3-pole locking mini jack, balanced
output)
Connect one end of the supplied XLR-BMP conversion
output cable for the URX-P40/URX-P41D or the stereo
mini plug-BMP conversion cable for the URX-P40 here
and the other end to the microphone input on a camcorder,
mixer, or amplifier. If the microphone input connector on
the connected device is a stereo mini jack, connect the
straight (BMP) plug to the tuner and the L-shaped (stereo
mini) plug to the microphone input connector on the
device.
• To prevent damaging the tuner, do not apply a voltage
to this connector from a microphone external power
supply (MIC+48V) or other source.
• Connection to a plug-in power microphone input
connector is supported using the stereo mini plug-BMP
conversion cable for the URX-P40.
• When the SMAD-P5 (option) is connected, connecting
the stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable for the
URX-P40 to a camcorder microphone input may cause
noise to occur. In that case, use the supplied shoe mount
adaptor.
• When the stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable for
the URX-P40 is connected, the output becomes
unbalanced.
mAuxiliary connector
Refer to the SMAD-P5 (option) operating instructions for
details about attaching to this unit.
nUSB connector (USB Type-C)
Connect to a commercially available USB portable power
supply.
When the power is turned on, the unit operates with
power supplied by the USB portable power supply.
Notes
Notes
Function Operation
Supply ON Press button for one second or
longer
Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns
off
Notes

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Portable diversity tuner (URX-P41D) aAntenna
bPOWER indicator
Displays the battery level.
cRF (radio frequency input) indicators
Lights up as shown below depending on the RF input
level of tuner 1 and tuner 2.
On (green): Input level is 25 dBµ or more.
On (red): Input level is 15 dBµ to 25 dBµ.
Off: Input level is 15 dBµ or lower.
* 0 dBµ = 1 µVEMF
dInfrared transmitter port
Sends the set frequency and compander mode to the
transmitter.
e+ or – button
Selects functions or values shown on the display.
fN-Mark
Sends the set frequency and compander mode to the
transmitter. It also detects the tuner about the frequency
and compander mode set on the transmitter.
gBattery compartment
Accepts two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride,
or lithium batteries).
For details on how to insert batteries, see “Power
Supply” (page 18).
hDisplay section
AAudio input level meter
Displays the received audio signal level.
BPeak indicator
Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which
distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level.
Front
Rear
BottomTop
Indicator display Status
On (green) Sufficient battery level
Flashing (green) Battery is getting low
Off Supply OFF
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CTransmitter muting status indicator
Displays an icon when the muting function of the
transmitter being received is on.
• The icon is not displayed if the receive signal level is
low.
• This function is enabled only when the transmitter is a
UTX-B40/M40/P40.
DGroup display
Displays the configured receive group name.
EChannel display
Displays the configured receive channel name.
FTransmitter power warning indicator
Displays an icon when the remaining battery capacity of
the transmitter being received is almost discharged.
• The icon is not displayed if the receive signal level is
low.
• This function is enabled only when the transmitter is a
UTX-B40/M40/P40.
GRF (radio frequency input) level meter
Displays the RF input level. The number of lights will
change depending on the input level.
6 lights: 60 dBµ or higher
5 lights: 50 dBµ to 60 dBµ
4 lights: 40 dBµ to 50 dBµ
3 lights: 30 dBµ to 40 dBµ
2 lights: 20 dBµ to 30 dBµ
1 light: 10 dBµ to 20 dBµ
No lights: 10 dBµ or lower
HBattery level indicator
Displays the battery level. “USB” is displayed when
power is supplied from the USB connector. “MI” is
displayed when power is supplied from an SMAD-P5
(not supplied).
For details, see “Battery level indicator” (page 19).
iNFC SYNC (NFC communication) button
Press to start a channel scan and for NFC communication
or IR SYNC with the transmitter.
For details, see “Operation” (page 23).
jSET button
Adjusts displayed function settings and enters the
displayed value.
kMENU button
Switches the menu to show on the display.
lPHONES (monitor) connector (3.5-mm
diameter, stereo mini jack)
Connect to headphones to monitor the audio output.
Do not connect headphones with a monaural mini jack.
This may short-circuit the headphone outputs, resulting in
distorted sound output.
mOUTPUT 1/2 (audio output 1/2) connector
(3.5-mm diameter, 3-pole locking mini jack,
balanced output)
Connect one end of the supplied XLR-BMP conversion
output cable for the URX-P40/URX-P41D or the stereo
mini plug-BMP conversion cable for the URX-P41D here
and the other end to the microphone input on a camcorder,
mixer, or amplifier.
If the microphone input connector on the connected
device is a stereo mini jack, connect the straight (BMP)
plug to the tuner and the L-shaped (stereo mini) plug to
the microphone input connector on the device.
• To prevent damaging the tuner, do not apply a voltage
to this connector from a microphone external power
supply (MIC+48V) or other source.
• Connection to a plug-in power microphone input
connector is supported using the stereo mini plug-BMP
conversion cable for the URX-P41D.
• When the SMAD-P5 (option) is connected, connecting
the stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable for the
URX-P41D to a camcorder microphone input may
cause noise to occur. In that case, use the supplied shoe
mount adaptor.
• When the stereo mini plug-BMP conversion cable for
the URX-P41D is connected, the output becomes
unbalanced.
nMIC INPUT (audio input) connector (3.5-mm
diameter, stereo mini jack)
Connect to plug-in power type external microphones and
Sony BMP type lavalier microphones
oPOWER switches
Turns tuner 1 and tuner 2 on/off.
pUSB connector (USB Type-C)
Connect to a commercially available USB portable power
supply.
When the power is turned on, the unit operates with
power supplied by the USB portable power supply.
qAuxiliary connector
Refer to the SMAD-P5 (option) operating instructions for
details about attaching to this unit.
Notes
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Power Supply
This section describes the power supply of each device.
Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) and plug-on
transmitter (UTX-P40)
The unit operates using power supplied from two AA
batteries (alkaline, nickel metal hydride, or lithium
batteries) or from a supply connected to the USB
connector. If power is supplied simultaneously from
batteries and from a supply connected to the USB
connector, power from the USB connector has
precedence. For details about inserting batteries in each
device and displaying the battery level, or supplying
power from a supply connected to the USB connector, see
the following sections.
Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40)
The unit operates from two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel
metal hydride, or lithium batteries). For details about
inserting batteries and displaying the battery level, see the
following sections.
Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40/P41D)
The unit operates from two AA batteries (alkaline, nickel
metal hydride, or lithium batteries), power supplied from
a supply connected to the USB connector, or power
supplied from the auxiliary connector. The power supply
that has precedence when both AA battery power and an
external power supply via the USB connector or auxiliary
connector are available can be specified using the
POWER SOURCE (external power selection) function.
Under the factory default setting, the power supplied from
inserted AA batteries has precedence. For details about
inserting batteries and displaying the battery level, or
supplying power from supply connected to the USB
connector, see the following sections.
For details on the POWER SOURCE function setting, see
“Selecting the preferred power supply (POWER
SOURCE)” (URX-P40: page 33, URX-P41D: page 35).
The use of manganese batteries will result in poor
performance. Do not use manganese batteries.
Inserting the batteries
• Always use sets of the same type of battery. Do not use
batteries of different types or batteries with different
charge level together.
• Replacing the batteries during operation may generate
alarge noise. Be sure to turn off the unit before
replacing the batteries.
Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) /
portable diversity tuner (URX-P40/P41D)
The following describes the procedure using illustrations
for the body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40). Batteries can
be inserted in the portable diversity tuner (URX-P40/
P41D) in the same manner.
1 On the UTX-B40/URX-P40, press and hold the
POWER button to turn the power off. On the
URX-P41D, operate the two POWER switches to
turn the power off.
2 Press and hold the buttons on the left and right sides,
and pull off the battery compartment.
3 Open the battery compartment, insert two new AA
batteries into the battery compartment with 3and #
polarities in the correct orientation, and reattach the
compartment.
Make sure that the battery compartment is locked
securely.
When attaching the battery compartment, make sure that
the battery compartment is locked securely on the left and
right sides.
If either the left or right lock button is depressed, the
battery compartment is not locked. Push the battery
compartment in so that the lock buttons are flush with the
sides of the device.
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Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40)
1 Press and hold the POWER/MUTE button or
POWER button to turn the power off.
The button used to turn off power varies depending
on the POWER/MUTE setting.
For details, see “Setting the operation of the audio
muting function (POWER/MUTE) (UTX-M40 only)”
(page 42).
2 Turn the grip in the direction of the arrow, and pull
the grip down until the battery compartment is
visible.
3 Insert two new AA batteries into the battery
compartment with 3and #polarities in the correct
orientation.
4 Close the grip, turning it in the reverse direction of
step 2.
Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40)
1 Press and hold the POWER button to turn the power
off.
2 Turn the battery compartment knob counterclockwise
to open the cover.
3 Insert two new AA batteries into the battery
compartment with 3and #polarities in the correct
orientation.
4 Close the battery compartment cover and turn the
knob clockwise to lock the cover.
Check that the cover is fully closed before tightening
the knob.
Battery level indicator
Turning the power on will display the battery level on the
display.
Immediately replace both batteries with new batteries if
the indicator starts flashing (indication 5 below). If using
new alkaline batteries, use after checking the
recommended time limits.
• When BATTERY TYPE is set to TYPE1, the battery
level is indicated based on the use of new LR6 (size
AA) alkaline batteries from a specific manufacturer.
Note
Locked Unlocked
Battery level
indicator
Battery status
1Lights Good
2Lights Less than about 70% charge
remaining
3Lights Less than about 40% charge
remaining
4Lights Less than about 20% charge
remaining
5Flashes Almost empty
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The battery level may not be displayed correctly when
different kinds of batteries, different brand of batteries,
or old batteries are used. If using batteries other than
size AA alkaline batteries, select the battery type using
the BATTERY TYPE function.
• If you plan to use the transmitter continuously for a long
period of time, it is recommended that you replace the
batteries with brand new ones.
• Battery power is gradually consumed, even when the
unit is turned off. Remove the batteries from the unit
before prolonged periods of disuse.
For details on the BATTERY TYPE function setting, see
“Setting the battery type (BATTERY TYPE)”
(URX-P40: page 33, URX-P41D: page 35, UTX-B40/
M40/P40: page 43).
Battery precautions
Batteries may leak or explode if mistreated. Be sure to
follow these instructions.
• Insert batteries in the correct 3and #polarity
orientation.
• Always replace the two batteries together with new
ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries or old and new
ones together.
• Batteries cannot be charged with this unit.
• When not using the device for a long period of time,
remove the batteries. If the batteries leak for any reason,
consult your Sony service representative.
Supplying power from a USB
connector
The transmitter (UTX-B40/P40) and tuner (URX-P40/
P41D) can operate from a commercially available USB-
output type AC adaptor or portable power supply
connected to the USB connector.
When supplying power using a USB-output type AC
adaptor or portable power supply, use a unit that satisfies
the following conditions.
• Output connector: USB Type-C
• Rated voltage: 5 V
• Output current: 200 mA or higher
Displays “USB” when power is supplied from the USB
connector.
• The UTX-M40 hand-held microphone cannot be
supplied using a USB connector.
• Noise may occur in the audio depending on the AC
adaptor or portable power supply that is connected. In
such cases, you can reduce the noise by distancing the
unit or lavalier microphone from the AC adaptor or
portable power supply or otherwise altering their
positions.
• If a USB Type-C adaptor (from a different connector
type) or a cable that does not comply with the USB
Type-C standard is used, noise may occur or power may
not be applied correctly. Always use cables that comply
with the USB Type-C standard.
Supplying power from an SMAD-P5
(option)
The portable diversity tuner (URX-P40/P41D) can
operate with cameras equipped with a multi-interface
shoe, such as Sony video camera recorders and digital
cameras that use an interchangeable lens, by connecting
an SMAD-P5 (option) to the auxiliary connector. In
addition, the power supply of the tuner and the camera
can be linked.
By connecting this unit to an SMAD-P5 (option) and
attaching to a camera equipped with a multi-interface
shoe, audio signals can be sent from the tuner to the
camera without the need for a cable. In addition, when
connected to a camera equipped with a multi-interface
shoe that supports digital audio input, the digital audio
signal output from the tuner can be recorded directly by
the camera.
Refer to the SMAD-P5 (option) operating instructions for
details on how to attach it to the camera, how to link the
power supply of the tuner with the camera, and how to
switch the audio signal.
When used with some cameras, operation of the power
supply function and link on/off function with the
SMAD-P5 (option) is not guaranteed.
For details, refer to the SMAD-P5 (option) operating
instructions. For camera device information, visit the
Sony website.
Notes
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