Williams Sound WIR TX75 PRO User manual

WIR TX75 PRO
Infrared Transmitter 2.3,2.8 / 3.3,3.8 MHz
MAN 166E
USER Manual

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WIR TX75 PRO Infrared Transmitter
Contents
Important Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................................................. 3
CAT-5e Cable Safety ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
Receiver Safety Warnings....................................................................................................................................................... 3
Hearing Safety ................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Battery Safety and Disposal ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Pacemaker Safety ............................................................................................................................................................ 3
Transmitter Safety Warnings............................................................................................................................................. 3
Recycling Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
System Overview.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Installation Procedures ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Determine Coverage Area ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Optional WIR TX75-S Slave Emitter for Additional Coverage............................................................................................. 7
Control Panel ................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Connect Power .............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Connect Audio Source ................................................................................................................................................... 10
Adjust the Audio Level.................................................................................................................................................... 10
Connecting Master and Slave Units................................................................................................................................ 11
WIR TX75 PRO Indicators .............................................................................................................................................. 12
Mounting Options ................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Accessories .......................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Optional Receivers................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Limited Warranty................................................................................................................................................................... 15
PRO Infrared Transmitter Specications Model WIR TX75c, WIR TX75d (Master) ................................................................ 16
Infrared Transmitter Specications Model WIR TX75-S (Slave)............................................................................................. 17
WIR TX75c, WIR TX75d PRO Infrared Transmitters

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Important Safety Instructions
Please read and keep these instructions.
CAT-5eCABLE SAFETY
CAUTION!
Do NOT plug the WIR TX75 PRO (master) CAT-5e / RJ45 cable into anything other than the WIR TX75-S slave(s). The
TX75 PRO CAT-5e / RJ-45 connection is proprietary and is NOT compatible with ethernet or any other RJ-45 systems.
Failure to comply with this caution can destroy this or other equipment and will void the warranty.
Receiver Safety Warnings
HEARING SAFETY
CAUTION!
Many Williams Sound receivers are designed to amplify sounds to a high volume level, which could potentially cause hearing
damage if used improperly. To protect your hearing and the hearing of others:
1. Make sure the volume is turned down before putting on the earphone or headphone—only then adjust the volume to a
comfortable level.
2. Set the volume level at the minimum setting that you need to hear.
3. If you experience feedback (a squealing or howling sound), reduce the volume setting and move the microphone away from the
earphone or headphone.
4. Do not allow children or other unauthorized persons access to this product.
BATTERY SAFETY AND DISPOSAL
CAUTION!
Williams Sound receivers are supplied with non-rechargeable alkaline batteries. Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable
batteries; they may explode, release dangerous chemicals, cause burns, or cause other serious harm to the user or product.
PACEMAKER SAFETY
CAUTION!
If you have a pacemaker or other medical device, make sure that you are using the Williams Sound receiver in accordance with
safety guidelines established by your physician or the pacemaker/medical device manufacturer.
Transmitter Safety Warnings
WARNING! To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose the system to rain or moisture. Do not use this
apparatus near water. The system should not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects lled with liquids such
as beverages should not be placed on the transmitter or receivers. Clean only with a dry cloth.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK — DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR SIDES). NO USER-SERVICABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
!AVIS
RIQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION: POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE, NE
RETIREZ PAS LE COUVERCLE (OU CÔTÉS). IL NE SE TROUVE AL’INTÉRIEUR
AUCUNE PIECE POUVANT ETRE RÉPARÉE PAR L’USAGER. S’A DRESSER A
UN RÉPARATEUR COMPÉTENT.
!

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Servicing or attempting to service this device will void the warranty
Refer servicing to qualied personnel. Servicing is required when the system has been damaged in any way: if liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, if the unit has been exposed to moisture, if the unit does not operate normally, or if the
unit has been dropped.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produces heat.
Use only attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
Unplug the transmitter during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Be advised that dierent operating voltages require the use of dierent types of line cord and attachment plugs. Check the voltage
in your area and use the correct type.
Use only the power supply provided by Williams Sound. Other power supplies may have similar specications, but may not
be equivalent in emissions ratings, in-rush current, etc. Use of an unapproved power supply may leave the device partially or
completely inoperable, and will void the warranty.
This apparatus has been designed with class-1 construction and must be connected to a main socket outlet with a protective
ground connection (the third grounding prong).
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, receptacles, and near the power jack on the
transmitter.
This apparatus must be grounded.
The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, so the disconnect device should remain readily
operable.
For Customers in The United States
WARNING: Use a three-wire grounding-type line cord as is supplied with the product. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC rules.
For Customers in Canada
This Class B digital device meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigencies du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Recycling Instructions
Help Williams Sound protect the environment. Please take the time to dispose of your equipment properly.
Product Recycling for Customers in the European Union:
Please do NOT dispose of your Williams Sound equipment in the household trash. Take the equipment to a electronics
recycling center, or return the product to the factory for proper disposal.

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WIR TX75 PRO Infrared Transmitter
System Overview
The WIR TX75 PRO is a two-channel PRO infrared transmitter combining infrared modulator and emitter technology into a single
mountable enclosure—which reduces operating costs, eliminates the need for rack space and eases set-up.
The WIR TX75cPRO Infrared Transmitter includes phoenix connectors for the line inputs and provides two channels: 2.3 MHz and
2.8 MHz.
The WIR TX75dPRO Infrared Transmitter includes phoenix connectors for the line inputs and provides two channels: 3.3 MHz and
3.8 MHz.
The WIR TX75 PRO is ideal for high-quality audio programs such as music, theater and audio description. The WIR TX75 PRO
will accept any line level, balanced or unbalanced audio inputs. Infrared receivers detect the transmission and convert the light
signals back into audio signals. The WIR TX75 PRO operating frequencies (2.3,2.8 / 3.3,3.8 MHz) minimize high-eciency lighting
interference.
Up to two slave emitters can be added for additional coverage. Power, baseband, and digital data are fed to the slave emitters via
a single CAT-5e cable for each emitter. No additional cables are required.
No FCC license or radio approval is required with this equipment. It can be used anywhere in the world.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTE: A PLASMA MONITOR OR TELEVISION CAN DEGRADE THE AUDIO QUALITY OF THE WIR TX75 PRO TRANSMITTER.
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, THE TRANSMITTER SHOULD BE POSITIONED AS FAR AWAY AS POSSIBLE FROM ANY
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Installation Procedures
Determine Coverage Area
When using the WIR TX75 PRO transmitter in single-channel mode with the RX22-4 receiver, the system coverage area will
exceed 5000 ft² (185 m²). WIR TX75 PRO units automatically adjust to give the best coverage area possible in both 1-channel and
2-channel modes.
Figure 1 illustrates typical coverage pattern for the TX75. This can be aected by direct/indirect sunlight, reections on walls and
room construction. Reections of the infrared light from walls, ceilings, and oors may change these patterns.
Important: Remember to point the transmitter towards the listening audience.
Remember: Most objects block infrared light. The transmitter cannot be concealed behind walls, glass, curtains, etc.
These patterns are the direct radiation pattern. The infrared radiation does not drop to zero outside the illustrated patterns; it
decreases. It still may be useable at a greater distance, depending on the receiver sensitivity and the reective characteristics of
the room. Reections of the infrared light from walls, ceilings, and oors may change these patterns.
The TX75 can be operated with or without the faceplate, if desired. The faceplate can be removed and painted to match room
decor. Lightly sand faceplate with 400 grit sandpaper apply primer and two coats of nal color. Do not paint the infrared lens
behind the faceplate of the TX75.
Figure 1: Receiver coverage area with WIR TX75 PRO transmitter OR WIR TX75-S slave emitter in single channel mode.
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Optional WIR TX75-S Emitter for Additional Coverage
For larger facilities, additional emitters can be used to increase the total coverage area. The WIR TX75 is capable of driving two
WIR TX75-S slave emitters. Power, baseband and digital data bus are fed via CAT-5e cable to each TX75-S slave.
Figure 2: overlapping illumination patterns to cover larger listening areas.
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Figure 3: coverage area with second emitter added to same emission point (50% increase)
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MASTER ONLY MASTER + SLAVE
Figure 5: WIR TX75 PRO master and two WIR TX75-S slaves at an angle of 35° to each other.

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Control Panel
Figure 6: WIR TX75 master rear view
POWER IN
MIC CHANNEL
SELECTOR
TX75 BUS
OUT TO
SLAVE (1)
TX75 BUS
OUT TO
SLAVE (2)
MIC
IN
CH 1 AUDIO
LEVEL INDICATOR
(YELLOW)
CH 2 AUDIO
LEVEL
INDICATOR
(YELLOW)
SLAVE TRANSMIT
POWER INDICATOR
(YELLOW) SLAVE POWER
INDICATOR
(GREEN)
INDICATOR
LIGHTS
(ON/OFF)
MIC
ADJUSTMENT
POWER
INDICATOR
(3.3) TX-75d (3.8)
(2.3) TX-75c (2.8)
TX75 BUS IN FROM
MASTER
SLAVE TRANSMIT
STATUS INDICATOR (YELLOW)
SLAVE POWER
INDICATOR (GREEN) INDICATOR LIGHTS
(ON/OFF)
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PHOENIX INPUTS

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Connect Power
WARNING: MAINS VOLTAGE MUST NOT FALL BELOW 100VAC, 0R SYSTEM PERFORMANCE WILL BE
GREATLY REDUCED. UNIT MAY ENTER RESET MODE UNTIL POWER IS RESTORED.
1. Plug the power supply output cord into “Power In” on the WIR TX75.
2. Attach a line cord to the power supply.
3. Plug the power supply into the AC outlet. TFP 046: 100-240 VAC IN, 50 / 60 Hz.
This system is designed for class 2, low-voltage wiring. Always follow local electrical codes when using low-voltage wiring.
Green Power
The WIR TX75 PRO is equipped with a sleep/power save feature. If no audio is present on either channel for three minutes, the
transmitter will automatically go into sleep/power save mode. This mode decreases power consumption by 80 percent. Units
will automatically start up when audio is activated. This sleep/power save feature can be disabled. Contact Williams Sound for
instructions.
On power up, the WIR TX75 PRO performs a self-test to detect damage due to shipping, handling, tampering or incorrect
operation. If any failure is present, green indicator lights will blink. See WIR TX75 PRO Indicators table on page 12 for instructions
on how to read indicator lights.
Connect Audio Source
Automatic Channel Detection/ Shutdown
The WIR TX75c oers two carrier frequencies: Ch 1 (2.3 MHz) and Ch 2 (2.8 MHz).
The WIR TX75d oers two carrier frequencies: Ch 1 (3.3 MHz) and Ch 2 (3.8 MHz).
Either unit automatically detects the presence of audio on the microphone and phoenix audio inputs, and transmits on either/both
channels when an audio signal is present on that channel. If audio is present on both the microphone and phoenix jack for a given
channel, the audio signals will be mixed.
When no audio signal is present on a channel for three minutes, the TX75 will shut down that channel. Operating the WIR TX75 PRO in
single-channel mode provides a 40 percent increase in range over two-channel mode.
Line Level Source (Phoenix connectors)
The WIR TX75 PRO will accept line level balanced or unbalanced audio inputs. Select the frequency(ies) you wish to transmit on
and connect your audio source(s) to the appropriate phoenix connectors/jack(s). No adjustment needs to be made for balanced or
unbalanced inputs; this is internally detected & managed. See gures 7 & 8 for balanced and unbalanced cable congurations.
Microphone Source (3.5mm Mono Plug)
Plug an electret microphone into the 3.5mm “Mic In” jack (MIC 027, MIC 100, or MIC 090). To assign the microphone to Ch 1 use
the Mic Channel Switch to select “2.3” on the TX-75c (or “3.3” MHz on the TX-75d). To assign the microphone to Ch 2 use the Mic
Channel Switch to select “2.8” on the TX-75c (or “3.8” MHz on the TX-75d).

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Figure 7: Balanced line out (XLR) to WIR TX75 PRO line input (Phoenix Contact®connector) cable
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FEMALE XLR
RED (IN PHASE) RED
2 CONDUCTOR
WITH SHIELD
BLACK (SIGNAL)
BLACK
TO TX75
SHIELD NOT CONNECTED
ON TX75 CABLE END
1= SHIELD, 2= RED (SIGNAL IN PHASE), 3= BLACK (SIGNAL)
PHOENIX
+
-
UNBALANCED AUDIO
1 23
FEMALE XLR
RED (IN PHASE) RED
2 CONDUCTOR
WITH SHIELD
BLACK (SIGNAL)
BLACK
TO TX75
SHIELD CONNECTED TO GND
ON TX75 CABLE END
1= SHIELD, 2= RED (SIGNAL IN PHASE), 3= BLACK (SIGNAL)
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PHOENIX
+
-
BALANCED AUDIO
Figure 8: Unbalanced line out (XLR) to WIR TX75 PRO line input (Phoenix) cable
1 23
FEMALE XLR
RED (IN PHASE) RED
2 CONDUCTOR
WITH SHIELD
BLACK (SIGNAL)
BLACK
TO TX75
SHIELD NOT CONNECTED
ON TX75 CABLE END
1= SHIELD, 2= RED (SIGNAL IN PHASE), 3= BLACK (SIGNAL)
PHOENIX
+
-
UNBALANCED AUDIO
1 23
FEMALE XLR
RED (IN PHASE) RED
2 CONDUCTOR
WITH SHIELD
BLACK (SIGNAL)
BLACK
TO TX75
SHIELD CONNECTED TO GND
ON TX75 CABLE END
1= SHIELD, 2= RED (SIGNAL IN PHASE), 3= BLACK (SIGNAL)
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PHOENIX
+
-
BALANCED AUDIO
Adjust the Audio Level
Line Level Source
After an audio signal has been connected to the transmitter, adjust the audio source gain until the WIR TX75 PRO audio-level
indicator for that channel blinks periodically.
Microphone Source
Speak into the microphone from a normal distance and at a natural voice level. Use the microphone gain adjustment on the TX75
to set the gain to the point where the audio level indicator on the selected channel blinks periodically. If the audio level indicator is
always on or on most of the time, the level is too high. If the audio level indicator is never on, the level is too low.
Connecting Master and Slave Units
Connect all WIR TX75 PRO master and WIR TX75-S slave(s) units together using CAT-5e cables, the “to slave” jacks on the
master, and the “Master In” jack on the slave(s). For systems with no slave units, the CAT-5e cables and “to slave” jacks are not
used. For systems with one slave unit, either “out 1” or “out 2” may be used.
When a cable is plugged into a “to slave” jack, the master unit will automatically detect mis-wired, intermittent or bad CAT-5e
cables; a yellow status indicator light will blink on that channel’s “to slave” jack to indicate any problem. See WIR TX75 PRO
Indicators table on page 12 for instructions on how to read indicator lights.
The WIR TX75 PRO automatically detect when slave units are plugged in, establishes a data link to verify operation, monitors
status, and enables baseband output to the slave emitter(s).