Trick Technologies Oy Catchbox Pro User manual

User´s Manual
Copyright 2014 Trick Technologies Oy

Catchbox Pro Module Catchbox Cover

1 Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................4-5
2 Quick Start ............................................................................................................................ 6-15
3 Product Description ......................................................................................................... 16-18
Overview ................................................................................................................................. 16
Compatibility .......................................................................................................................... 17
Proper Use and Working Environment ............................................................................. 18
4 System Overview..................................................................................................................... 19
Catchbox Pro Module........................................................................................................... 20
Catchbox Cover..................................................................................................................... 21
Catchbox PRO (Without 3rd Party Transmitter) .............................................................. 22
5 Operations................................................................................................................................. 23
Turning the Device On.......................................................................................................... 23
Locking the Transmitter to the Cover................................................................................ 24
Opening the Catchbox ......................................................................................................... 25
Throwing the Catchbox........................................................................................................ 26
Speaking into the Catchbox................................................................................................ 27
Connecting Catchbox Pro Module with 3rd Party Belt-pack Transmitter ............ 28-30
6 Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................... 31
7 Maintenance, Storage, and Disposal ................................................................................ 32
8 Notes........................................................................................................................................... 33
Contents

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! NOTICE !
• Before using the product, read and understand the user manual and inform others
of proper usage.
• Follow all warnings and instructions on the product and in this manual.
• Keep these instructions and always include these instructions when passing the
apparatus on to third parties.
! WARNING !
• Not heeding these warnings might lead to serious injury or property damage.
• Do not throw at peoples’ heads and always make sure everyone is aware of the
situation before throwing.
• Do not use in situations with fragile objects, hot liquids, or people susceptible to
injury, like the very young or old.
• Do not throw long passes or hard passes.
• Properly lock the Pro Module into the cover before use. Always use the cover and
the foam cap on the Pro Module, when using the product.
• Do not swing or throw the product from its handle. This may cause the Pro Module
to detach from the cover.
• Only use compatible 3rd party transmitters, as specified by the manufacturer, with
the Pro Module. Using incompatible transmitters may result in damage to audio
equipment, an increase in overall product weight leading to an increased chance
of injury, and/or a failure of the locking mechanism causing the Pro Module or 3rd
party transmitter to fall out during use causing injury.
• Operating or storing this product at temperatures above 50 degrees Celsius or
122 degrees Fahrenheit will cause the locking mechanism to fail permanently.
• This product contains magnets which could affect the functioning of
pacemakers and other electronic implants. These could stop working or switch
into test mode, causing illness. If you wear these devices keep sufficient
distance to magnets. Warn others who wear these devices from getting too
close to magnets.
2 Safety Instructions

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! CAUTION !
• Magnets produce a far-reaching, strong magnetic field. Keep magnets
away from devices and objects that could be damaged by strong magnetic
fields, like laptops and other electrical equipment.
• Do not place the product near heat sources such as heating ducts or
radiators and do not expose it to direct sunlight, excessive dust, moisture,
rain, mechanical vibrations or shock.
• Do not use near water. Use equipment indoors only. If the equipment
comes into contact with a liquid, turn off the product and shut down the
sound system.
• Avoid excessive volume. Do not exceed 70dBa for airborne noise.
• Clean the equipment with a moistened (not wet) cloth only. Be sure to
turn off the device before cleaning the equipment, during lightning storms,
and/or when not in use.
• The equipment should be opened, serviced, and repaired by qualified
service personnel only.
• Do not attempt to modify this product or its accessories and use only
accessories and attachments, specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only AA (LR6) type alkaline batteries with the product.
• Be sure to dispose of dead batteries as required by local waste disposal
rules. Never throw batteries into a fire or a garbage bin

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3 Quick Start
Catchbox Pro uses 3rd party wireless transmitters to
function. For a list of compatible transmitters, see the
section on compatibility or visit the manufacturers website,
www.getcatchbox.com.
1.
Setup a compatible 3rd party transmitter and receiver pair,
syncing the two units and connecting the receiver to a
sound system. For specific instructions, see the relevant
user manual provided by the manufacturer of said system.

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2.
Choose an adapter cable based on
the brand and model of your 3rd
party transmitter and connect it to the
microphone input of said transmitter.

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3.
Remove the Catchbox
Pro Module from the
outer cover by twisting
the cylinder 90 degrees
and pulling upwards.
4.
Open the velcro strap
surrounding the device by
pulling it gently along the
surface of the module.

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5.
Install one AA battery into the back part of
the Catchbox Pro Module.

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6.
Connect the 3rd party transmitter to the
Catchbox Pro Module by plugging the RCA
male end of the adapter cable into the RCA
female connector, located inside the front
cavity of the Catchbox Pro Module.

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7.
Place the transmitter inside the
cavity of the Catchbox Pro Module
making sure no antennas or cables
are protruding outwards.

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8.
Turn on both the 3rd party transmitter
and the muting circuit located at the
back of the Catchbox Pro Module.

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9.
Secure the velcro strap tightly around the
Catchbox Pro Module, ensuring that both the
battery located at the back as well as the
frontal cavity are covered by the velcro strap.

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10.
Place the Catchbox Pro Module
inside the cover, making sure
to align the magnetic locking
mechanisms of both the cover
and the Catchbox Pro Module.
See visual marks for guidance.

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11.
Test the volume level by speaking into
the microphone and adjusting it using
the volume controls on the 3rd party
transmitter or receiver.
20 cm / 8 in
Avoid excessive volume. Do not exceed 70 dBa for airborne noise.
Before turning on the device, make sure the volume knob on your 3rd
party receiver is turned to zero, so as to ensure no unexpected loud
noises when starting.
! CAUTION !

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Overview
Catchbox Pro is the world’s first throwable microphone module, allowing audio professionals to convert
existing wireless microphone transmitters into soft, throwable microphones. These final assemblies, in
turn, can be quickly passed from one audience member to the next in crowded spaces, making it an
easy and fun way to get audience members to ask questions and make comments, whether it be in a
lecture, a meeting, a workshop, or even a conference. The module comes with an integrated professional
microphone element connected to the unique automute technology, which turns off the audio signal
when the microphone is in movement, ensuring the system doesn’t make any unwanted noises when
being passed around. The Catchbox Pro Module itself does not act as a transmitter. Instead, wireless
transmission is carried out entirely by the 3rd party wireless transmitter. This means no separate license
is required to operate the module as long as one has been obtained for the 3rd party wireless transmitter.
Included Components
• Catchbox Pro Module
• Catchbox Cover
• RCA to 3 pin mini XLR adapter cable
• RCA to 4 pin mini XLR adapter cable
• RCA to 3.5 mm plug adapter cable
Key Features
• Automute technology
• Integrated Microphone Element
• Compatible with industry leading
wireless microphone brands
Do not attempt to modify this product or its accessories and use only
accessories and attachments specified by the manufacturer.
4 Product Description
! CAUTION !

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The Catchbox Pro, wireless microphone module, allows audio professionals to convert 3rd party wireless
microphone transmitters into throwable microphones. The device comes with different adapter cables
which allow users to connect commonly used 3rd party transmitters to the integrated microphone
element and automatic muting circuit. Currently, the Catchbox Pro has been tested and verified to work
with the following models of transmitters from Shure ™ , AKG ™ and Sennheiser ™ :
Compatible Belt-pack Transmitters:
These transmitters have been tested to fit into the cavity inside the Catchbox Pro Module. It is important
not to use 3rd party transmitters, other than those mentioned above, as these can be too heavy or
oversized, making the device unsafe to throw.
To connect a compatible 3rd party transmitter to the Catchbox Pro, the device comes with three different
adapter cables. These cables have different pin layouts depending on the brand of the transmitter you
would like to use. Simply choose the adapter cable that matches the pin layout of your compatible belt-
pack transmitter.
Compatibility
Shure AKG Sennheiser
ULX-D1
QLX-D1
UR1M
DPT 700
PT 470
PT 420
SK 500
SK 300
SK 100
1) 3 pin mini XLR (AKG)
2) 4 pin mini XLR (Shure)
3) 3.5 (1/8 in) (Sennheiser)

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Proper Use and Working Environment
Safety First
While the Catchbox PRO is a fun way to make events more engaging, improper use can lead to
personal injury and/or property damage. Please understand that the manufacturer accepts no
liability for damage or injuries arising from the misuse of this product. It is very important to read
the safety instructions before using the product. Specifically, make sure that the Catchbox Pro
Module, along with the 3rd party wireless transmitter, is securely locked inside the foam cover
before using the product. Remember to only use 3rd party wireless transmitters specified as
being compatible with the product by the manufacturer. Also, do not throw long or hard passes,
and avoid using the device in situations where there are glasses, fragile items, hot liquids,
unsuspecting people, or people susceptible to injury, like the very old or young. Also, avoid
swinging or throwing the device from its handle as this may cause the locking mechanism to fail,
releasing the inner part and potentially causing injury.
Things to Consider With Magnets
Since the product contains magnets, care should be taken when setting up the product for use.
Avoid placing the Pro Module on electrical devices, such as laptops, as these can be adversely
affected or damaged from the magnetic field. People with pacemakers or other electrical implants
should be especially careful, as these devices could stop working or switch into test mode if they
come into direct contact with a strong magnet.

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5 System Overview
Catchbox PRO
Module
Catchbox
Cover
NOTE: Catchbox Pro uses compatible 3rd party wireless transmitters
to work. Some specifications of the system are reliant on the make
and model of the 3rd party wireless transmitter that is used with
the product. These specifications include range of operation, radio
frequency, audio frequency response, and system latency.

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Catchbox Pro Module
Parts
1) Foam Cap
2) RCA Port
3) Velcro Straps
4) Microphone Element
5) Cavity for 3rd Party Transmitter
6) Magnetic Lock
7) Battery Compartment
8) Status LED
9) Power Switch
Specifications
Weight (without 3rd party transmitter) 130g / 4.6 oz
Battery type 1x AA (alkaline)
Battery life ≈ 20h
Status LED Meaning
Off The Automatic Muting circuit and microphone
element are not powered.
Green The Automatic Muting circuit and microphone
element are powered.
Red
The Automatic Muting circuit with integrated
microphone element has less than 2 hours of
battery life left.