thomann column PT User manual

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UHF wireless system
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Strasse 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
07.04.2017, ID: 400765, 400768

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 9
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 13
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 15
4.1 General Information........................................................................................................................ 15
4.2 Bodypack receiver............................................................................................................................ 17
4.3 Bodypack transmitter and receiver........................................................................................... 18
4.4 Handheld transmitter..................................................................................................................... 18
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 19
5.1 Bodypack receiver............................................................................................................................ 19
5.2 Bodypack transmitter..................................................................................................................... 23
5.3 Handheld transmitter..................................................................................................................... 27
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6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 30
6.1 Bodypack receiver............................................................................................................................ 30
6.2 Bodypack transmitter..................................................................................................................... 43
6.3 Handheld transmitter..................................................................................................................... 52
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 63
7.1 Bodypack receiver............................................................................................................................ 63
7.2 Bodypack transmitter..................................................................................................................... 64
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 67
9 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 69
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 72
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1. Switch on the device.
2. Press [Auto].
ðAutomatic operation is started.
3. Switch off the device.
Letterings
Instructions
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1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This unit is used for the wireless transmission of audio signals between microphones or instru‐
ments on the one hand and video or photo cameras on the other. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be
assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
Safety
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NOTICE!
External power supply
The device is powered by an external power supply. Before connecting the
external power supply, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the
voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual cur‐
rent circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and pos‐
sibly the user.
Unplug the external power supply before electrical storms occur and when the
device is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
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NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
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3 Features
The UHF wireless camera system is particularly suitable for professional sound transmission to
video and photo cameras.
The UHF wireless camera system column HT is comprised of the following components:
nBodypack receiver
nBattery operated handheld transmitter with cardioid characteristic
Your UHF wireless camera system column PT is comprised of the following components:
nBodypack receiver
nBattery powered bodypack transmitter
The Bodypack receiver is characterized by:
nFlexible antenna for optimum reception quality
nAutomatic frequency scanning
nInfrared interface for sending the frequency selection from the receiver to the transmitter
nVery high sensitivity at very high signal-to-noise ratio
nNoise barrier (squelch) adjustable in three steps
nOutput: 3.5 mm phone socket
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nAttaches to the camera with a fixed flash shoe adapter
nVoltage supply: 2 AA cells (LR6, 1.5 V) or corresponding rechargeable batteries
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4 Installation and starting up
4.1 General Information
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
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nThis device utilizes frequencies that are not harmonized within the European Union (EU)
and therefore may only be used in certain EU member states. In all European countries, the
frequencies used for the transmission of audio signals are strictly regulated. Before you
start, make sure the frequencies are allowed in the respective country and check whether
the operation must be reported to the appropriate authority.
For more information, please visit: http://www.thomann.de.
nMake sure that transmitter and receiver are both tuned to the same channel.
nNever set multiple transmitters to the same channel.
nMake sure that there are no metal objects between the transmitter and receiver.
nAvoid interference from other radio or in-ear systems.
Notes on wireless transmission
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4.2 Bodypack receiver
Attach the retaining clamp to the rear of the device as shown in the illustration
Use two fingers to evenly lift the retaining clamp and slide the hot shoe adapter under the
clamp. Slide the hot shoe adapter all the way up. Release the retaining clamp. The hot shoe
adapter is secured by the ends of the retaining clamp.
Installing and removing the
retaining clamp and the hot
shoe adapter
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To remove, lift the retaining clamp and slide the hot shoe adapter downwards.
4.3 Bodypack transmitter and receiver
Open up the lateral battery compartment. Insert the batteries. Pay attention to the correct
location of the poles. The correct arrangement of the batteries is shown on the back of the unit
next to the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment and switch the device on.
4.4 Handheld transmitter
Unscrew the bottom housing section of the handheld transmitter. Insert the batteries. Pay
attention to the correct location of the poles. The correct arrangement of the batteries is indi‐
cated with symbols in the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment, screw the
bottom housing section back on, and switch the transmitter on.
Inserting batteries
Inserting batteries into the
receiver
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5 Connections and controls
5.1 Bodypack receiver
Connections and controls
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1 Display
2 Flexible antenna
3[RF]
Indicates that a signal is being received.
4[POWER / LOW BATT]
This LED shows that the device is turned on. Blinks when the remaining capacity of the batteries gets too low.
5[SET]
Opens the menu and selects a menu item.
6 Main switch. Turns the device on and off.
7, 8 ,
Toggles between the menu items of a menu level, increases or decreases the displayed value by one.
9 Flash shoe adapter for attaching to a camera.
10 Retaining clamp
11 Battery compartment for two AA batteries (LR06), 1.5 V or comparable rechargeable batteries.
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