Xvive U5 User manual

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English Manual
U5 WIRELESS AUDIO
FOR VIDEO SYSTEM
For DSLR Cameras

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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THE APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Radio Approvals: FCC Part 15.249, FCC Part 15 B, RSS-210
(Canada), EN 300 440 (Europe), EN 301.489 (Europe),
MICNotice No.88 Appendix No.43 (Japan)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian-
ICES-003.
IC Caution: RSS-Gen Issue 4 December "&" CNR-Gen 4e
Décembre:
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiv-
er(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le
présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation,
Sciences
et Développement économique Canada applicables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
CERTIFICATION

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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO
CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE
THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
WARNING:
Changes or modications not expressly approved in writing
by Xvive may void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
RF EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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 in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment o
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
FCC CERTIFICATION

1. Observe all instructions in the U5 manual carefully.
2. Do not to perform service operations beyond those
described in the U5 manual. Service is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as:
• Liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
the apparatus;
• The unit has been exposed to rain or moisture;
• The unit does not operate normally, or performance
changes in a signicant way;
• The unit is dropped or the enclosure is damaged
WARNING: BEFORE USING YOUR XVIVE WIRELESS AUDIO FOR VIDEO SYSTEM,
CAREFULLY READ THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND KEEP THEM IN A SAFE PLACE
3. Do not place near heat sources, such as radiators,
heat registers, or appliances which produce heat.
4. Guard against objects or liquids entering the device.
Do not use or place unit near water.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Only use attachments/accessories specied by Xvive.
7. Prolonged listening at high volume levels may cause
irreparable hearing loss and/or damage.
Always be sure to practice “safe listening.”
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If abused or misused, the rechargeable batteries may leak.
In extreme cases, they may even present a risk of:
• explosion,
• re,
• heat,
• smoke or gas. Xvive does not accept any liability for
damage arising from abuse or misuse.
• Keep away from children.
• Only charge rechargeable batteries with
chargers recommended by Xvive.
• Observe correct polarity.
• Pack/store charged rechargeable batteries so that
the terminals cannot contact each other – danger of
shorting out/re hazard.
• Do not expose to moisture.
• Switch rechargeable battery-powered products
o after use.
• Only charge rechargeable batteries at ambient
temperatures between 10°C/50°F and 40°C/104°F.
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• When not using rechargeable batteries for
extended periods of time, charge them regularly
(about everythree months).
• Do not mutilate or dismantle.
• Do not heat above 60°C/140°F, e.g. do not expose to
sunlight or throw into a re.
• Immediately remove rechargeable batteries from
obviously defective products.
• Do not continue to use defective
rechargeable batteries.
• Only use rechargeable batteries specied by Xvive.
• Dispose of rechargeable batteries at special
collection points or return them to your specialist
dealer.
• Store the products in a cool and dry place at
room temperature (approx.20°C/68°F).
• Remove the rechargeable batteries if the products
will not be used for extended periods of time.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM-ION RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

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The U5 Wireless Audio for Video System can be used
to send audio wirelessly from the included lavalier
microphone (via the system’s beltpack transmitter)to
the receiver, which can be connected to a DSLR camera
or audio device. The larger U5T2 set comes with two
beltpack transmitters and two lavalier microphones,
allowing you to send wireless signals from two lavalier
microphones or other audio sources to a DSLR camera
or audio device. If you have an additional U5 receiver
(U5R), you can send your audio signal to two DSLR
cameras or audio devices. The U5 receiver’s shoe mount
connects to any DSLR camera. The proprietary,
rechargeable Xvive U5B lithium-ion battery provides
up to 5 hours of continuous power. The U5C battery
charger (sold separately with three U5B batteries) allows
you to charge backup batteries so you can operate the
system continuously. The U5 system reliably transmits
high-resolution audio on the 2.4 GHz wireless band,
and can be used for video shoots, livestreams, interviews,
sporting events, weddings and more.
• 2.4 GHz wireless audio , true diversity for both
channels simultaneously
• Use with a lavalier microphone or line input
• High-resolution 24-bit/48kHz audio
• TRS stereo 3.5mm output
• Dual-channel receiver for DSLR video recording and live
broadcast
• Xvive U5B rechargeable lithium battery provides up to
5 hours of continuous use
• Less than 6ms latency
• Simultaneous broadcast on up to 6 channels
• Mic mode dynamic range is 99dB; line mode dynamic
range is 107dB
• Mic mode signal-to-noise ratio is 95dB; line mode
signal-to-noise ratio is107dB
• Broad 20Hz-20kHz frequency response; mic mode
with100Hz high-pass lter
• Solid RF connection over a 100-foot range
(actual range depends on RF signal absorption,
reection and interference)
• Stereo and mono output modes
FEATURES

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Dual USB charging cable
3.5 mm to 3.5 mm stereo cable
LV1 lavalier microphone
Windscreen
2x U5B batteries
Pouch
Transmitter Receiver Mic clip 2x Mic clips
U5 CONTENTS U5T2 CONTENTS
USB charging cable
Dual USB charging cable
3.5 mm to 3.5 mm stereo cable
2x LV1 lavalier microphone
2x windscreens 3x U5B batteries
Pouch
2x transmitters Receiver

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1 Mute button: turns o the volume of the microphone input
2 3 “+” and “-” gain buttons: changes the input gain level from
Mic: -6 to +12dB; Line: 0 to +12dB
4 CH switch: selects the channel from 1 to 6
5 Mic/Line input mode: select “Mic” for lavalier microphone,
or “Line” for other devices with more dynamic range
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The power switch turns the unit on or o, or keeps it in hold mode.
Hold mode disables all controls to ensure uninterrupted use
7 USB charging port: Micro B
8 OLED display: displays battery power level,
channel selected, gain, clip, mute
9 Battery compartment for U5B battery
10 Belt clip
11 Power status LED
12 Input: mono 3.5mm TRS input
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U5 TRANSMITTER: BASIC OPERATION

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1 RF channel display: press channel switch button to select channel
2 Input gain: Mic: -6 to +12dB; Line: 0 to +12dB
3 Battery level: displays the transmitter’s battery level
4 Input clip: peak indicator. When the clip LED illuminates, the sound
level is beyond the acceptable dynamic range and may result in
distortion.
5 Audio mute: press the mute button to turn o input audio
* The brightness of the screen will decrease when the unit is not in
operation.
U5 TRANSMITTER: DISPLAY

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13 12 1 2 T1 and T2 channel output gain: -54dB to +24dB
3 S / M switch: see page 20
4 Power status LED
5 Power switch: switches unit on/o, and can also be set to hold.
All functions of the unit are disabled while the power switch
is set to the hold position.
6 USB charging port: USB Micro B input
7 Audio output: Stereo 3.5mm TRS
8 9 Channel switch and T1/T2 RF status LED:
LED ON = transmitter is on and link is established
LED Flashing = signal connection interference
LED OFF = transmitter unlinked
10 11 T1 and T2 Channel mute switch with status LED
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OLED display: displays battery power, channel, gain, clip, mute
13 Shoe mount adapter for DSLR camera,
with 3/8" female screw adapter
14 Battery compartment: see page 22
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U5 RECEIVER: BASIC OPERATION

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1 T1 RF channel display: To pair with transmitter, press the channel
switch button and select the same channel on both units.
2 T1 channel output gain: change this level using the output
gain controls on the transmitter
3 T1 channel transmitter battery level: The battery level of the
paired transmitter is displayed after a successful connection.
Only displays the U5 transmitter battery level—cannot display
U3 and U4 transmitter battery levels.
4 T1 channel clip and OFF display:
OFF: Press the channel switch button for 3 seconds to close
the T1 channel.
Output clip: peak indicator. When the clip LED illuminates, the
sound level is beyond the acceptable dynamic range, and may
result in distortion.
5 T2 channel display: shows channel, gain and battery level for
the second transmitter
6 Receiver battery level
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Part 1 Part 2 Part 3
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The screen is divided into three parts:
Transmitter 1 information; receiver battery level;
and Transmitter 2 information.
U5 RECEIVER: DISPLAY

1 Microphone capsule
2 Connection cable (1.6 m)
with 3.5mm TRS jack
3 Microphone clip
4 Foam windshield
1 3-pin power terminal
2 Battery pull tab
*Please read the instructions on page 4
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LV1 LAVALIER MICROPHONE U5B BATTERY
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Tips and Methods to Improve Wireless System
Performance:
1) Keep more than 3 metres of distance between the
receiver unit and other WiFi transmitters such as routers.
2) Change channels to avoid interference with other
WiFi products.
3) In cases of environmental interference from other WiFi
systems, shorten the distance between the receiver and
transmitter units.
2402MHz, 2480MHz, 2482MHz
2408MHz, 2472MHz, 2474MHz
2416MHz, 2464MHz, 2466MHz
2434MHz, 2440MHz, 2442MHz
2427MHz, 2448MHz, 2450MHz
2422MHz, 2456MHz, 2458MHz
CHANNEL 1
CHANNEL 2
CHANNEL 3
CHANNEL 4
CHANNEL 5
CHANNEL 6
2.4GHz Frequency Tables
U5 operates on the 2.4GHz ISM band, which is utilized by
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and other wireless devices. 2.4GHz is an
open band and, as such, does not require a license to be
used worldwide.
* U2 1-4 channels are the same as U3/U3C/U4/U51-4 channels;
U2/U3/U3C/U4 and U5 can be used with a maximum six sets
at a time
2.4 GHz SPECTRUM OVERVIEW AND INTERFERENCE

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QUICK START
1. SET UP LAVALIER MICROPHONE
INSTALL CLIP
a) Install mic clip on the Xvive LV1 lavalier microphone;
b) Use the mic clip to attach the clip-on microphone to
clothing, as desired;
c) Run the mic cable to the transmitter in a way that
avoids friction noise, and so that the cable and the
transmitter antenna do not cross.
d) The Xvive LV1 microphone has an
omni-directional pickup pattern. Keep at least 10
inches away from your mouth or audio source.
>10 inches
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3. CONNECTING THE RECEIVER TO
A DSLR CAMERA
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Slide the shoe mount adapter onto the camera and
tighten the clamping screw to hold the receiver in
place. Connect receiver output to camera input
using the 3.5 mm TRS cable.
QUICK START
Belt
2. CONNECT TRANSMITTER
Connect the 3.5mm TRS lavalier microphone cable
to the transmitter

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5. PAIRING TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER
Set transmitter and receiver to the same channel for
pairing; the green LED on the receiver will illuminate
when the connection is successful. You must use
dierent channels for T1 and T2 to avoid interference.
QUICK START
POWER ON
CHANNEL CHANNEL
POWER ON
4. POWER ON
Turn the power switch to the ‘on’ position:
the display screen will light up.

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QUICK START
6. SETTING UP THE CAMERA AND RECEIVER
Sound recording
Sound record
Record level
Manual
MENU
-dB 40 12 0
L
R
• Open the DSLR camera menu and navigate to the sound
recording options.
• Set the audio input level control to “manual” mode.
• Adjust the record level.
Check the output level on the DSLR camera display.
Adjust the level so that the signal is strong,
but not so high that it sets o the clip light.
* Input level too low?
Turn up the U5 receiver output level or the camera input
level
* Left and right channel volumes imbalanced?
Mono mode: Adjust the two transmitter input gain
controls to balance.
Stereo mode: Adjust the two transmitter input gain
controls or adjust the receiver output level.

APPLICATION SCENARIOS
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RECEIVERTRANSMITTERS
RECEIVERTRANSMITTER
Dual-channel receiver receives audio from two
U5 transmitters (connected to lavalier microphones)
for interviews, two-person broadcasts, etc.
Dual-channel receiver receives audio from
one U5 transmitter (lavalier microphone) and one U4
transmitter (mixing console or sound interface).
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APPLICATION SCENARIOS
RECEIVERTRANSMITTER
RECEIVERTRANSMITTER
Use two receivers (set to the same channel)
connected to two DSLR cameras to send them the
same wireless audio.
Send wireless audio to recording equipment
OROR
3 4
Lavalier microphone Audio device line out Camera Audio device line
in (record)