thomann the t.bone freeU HT User manual

freeU HT, freeU PT
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
21.02.2017, ID: 405079, 405080, 405081, 405082, 405083, 405084

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 8
2 Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 16
4.1 General Information........................................................................................................................ 16
4.2 Receiver............................................................................................................................................... 17
4.3 Handheld microphone (HT series)............................................................................................. 19
4.4 Bodypack transmitter (PT series)................................................................................................ 19
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 21
5.1 Receiver............................................................................................................................................... 21
5.2 Handheld microphone................................................................................................................... 28
5.3 Bodypack transmitter..................................................................................................................... 31
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6 Operating.................................................................................................................................................... 34
6.1 Receiver............................................................................................................................................... 34
6.2 Bodypack transmitter..................................................................................................................... 35
7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 37
7.1 Receiver............................................................................................................................................... 37
7.2 Handheld microphone................................................................................................................... 38
7.3 Bodypack transmitter..................................................................................................................... 40
8 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 42
9 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 45
10 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 48
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1 General notes
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.
Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics.
Examples: ‘24ch’, ‘OFF’.
Letterings
Displays
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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.
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.
Instructions
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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 device is intended to be used for the wireless transmission of audio signals from micro‐
phones or instruments to amplifiers or active speakers. Use the device only as described in this
user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered 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 system is particularly suitable for professional audio transmission, for
example, at events, on rock stages and in concert halls, theatres, musicals or night clubs.
The UHF Wireless System freeU HT is comprised of the following components:
n9.5" Diversity receiver
– Two antennas for optimum reception quality
– Infrared interface for sending the frequency selection from the receiver to the trans‐
mitter
– Outputs: XLR, 1/4" phone socket
– solid metal housing, 9.5" rack mountable (1 RU)
– Power supply: AC 12 V
nTransmitter: battery powered handheld super cardioid microphone
nTwo antennas, a suitable power supply, an installation kit for the rack mounting of a
receiver and a microphone holder are included
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The UHF Wireless System freeU PT is comprised of the following components:
n9.5" Diversity receiver
– Two antennas for optimum reception quality
– Infrared interface for sending the frequency selection from the receiver to the trans‐
mitter
– Outputs: XLR, 1/4" phone socket
– solid metal housing, 9.5" rack mountable (1 RU)
– Power supply: AC 12 V
nTransmitter:
– battery powered bodypack transmitter
nTwo antennas, a suitable power supply, an installation kit for the rack mounting of a
receiver and a microphone holder are included
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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.
4.2 Receiver
The unit has been designed for rack mounting in a standard 9.5" rack; it occupies one rack unit.
Two receivers can be installed side-by-side in 19" racks. The fixing material required for
assembly is included.
Notes on wireless transmission
Rack mounting
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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.
First, connect the power adapter to the receiver and then plug the power adapter into the
power outlet.
Attach the included antennas to the rear panel of the transmitter. To improve the transmission
quality and to adapt to the spatial conditions they are rotatable and swivelling.
In case the space provided on the device for direct assembly of the antennas is not sufficient,
for example because the space on the rack is narrow, you can use the optionally available
coaxial cable to assemble the antennas separately from the device.
Connecting the power supply
Attaching the antennas
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Connect one of the audio outputs of the receiver to your mixer or your amplifier. Ensure that
only one of the two outputs is ever used at a time, because faults might occur otherwise.
4.3 Handheld microphone (HT series)
Unscrew the bottom housing section of the hand-held microphone. 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.
4.4 Bodypack transmitter (PT series)
Squeeze the battery compartment lid, flip it open and and insert the batteries. Pay attention to
the correct location of the poles. Close the battery compartment and switch the transmitter
on.
Connecting audio and starting
up
Inserting batteries
Inserting batteries
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nEnsure that the transmitter is switched off.
nConnect the microphone or instrument cable to the input on the transmitter (mini-XLR
panel connector).
nTurn on the transmitter and check the transmission by using the microphone or instru‐
ment. If necessary, adjust the amplification of the transmitter and the levels on your
mixing console or your amplifier.
Connecting microphone of
instrument
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