the t.bone TWS 16 PT 863 MHz UHF-Wireless System User manual

TWS 16 PT

UHF wireless system

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0

E-mail: [email protected]

Internet: www.thomann.de

17.11.2015, ID: 183384

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 5

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7

3 Features and scope of delivery......................................................................................................... 11

4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 18

4.1 General information........................................................................................................................ 18

4.2 Receiver............................................................................................................................................... 20

4.3 Transmitter......................................................................................................................................... 26

5 Components and functions................................................................................................................ 28

5.1 Receiver............................................................................................................................................... 28

5.2 Transmitter......................................................................................................................................... 36

6 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 40

7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 42

7.1 Receiver............................................................................................................................................... 42

7.2 Transmitter......................................................................................................................................... 44

7.3 Frequency charts.............................................................................................................................. 46

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8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 52

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1 General notes

This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and

follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure

that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure

that they also receive this manual.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the

right to make changes without notice.

This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user 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.

Symbols and signal words

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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 and scope of delivery

The UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT is ideal for professional audio transmission, for example, at

events, on rock stages and concert halls, in theatres and musicals, or in nightclubs.

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Your UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT has the following components:

n 9.5" diversity receiver DS16R

– Adjustable squelch

– Two antennas for optimum reception quality

– Very high sensitivity at a very high signal-to-noise ratio

– Outputs: XLR, 1/4" socket

– 9.5" or 19" rack mounting (side by side with a second TWS 16 receiver)

– Operating voltage supply: DC 12 V

n Transmitter: Bodypack

– Switchable sensitivity (MIC/LINE)

– 3-pole mini XLR connector (AKG compatible)

The system operates in one of 16 switchable channels (within a range of 800.875 MHz…

811.875 MHz). Four systems can be operated simultaneously.

Included accessories: 12 V power supply, hardware for rack mounting, cable with two 1/4"

jacks, windscreen.

the t.bone TWS 16 PT 800 MHz

(item no. 183386)

Features and scope of delivery

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Your UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT has the following components:

n 9.5" diversity receiver DS16R

– Adjustable squelch

– Two antennas for optimum reception quality

– Very high sensitivity at a very high signal-to-noise ratio

– Outputs: XLR, 1/4" socket

– 9.5" or 19" rack mounting (side by side with a second TWS 16 receiver)

– Operating voltage supply: DC 12 V

n Transmitter: Bodypack

– Switchable sensitivity (MIC/LINE)

– 3-pole mini XLR connector (AKG compatible)

The system operates in one of 16 switchable channels (within a range of 854.375 MHz…

861.875 MHz). Four systems can be operated simultaneously.

Included accessories: 12 V power supply, hardware for rack mounting, cable with two 1/4"

jacks, windscreen.

the t.bone TWS 16 PT 854 MHz

(item no. 183387)

Features and scope of delivery

TWS 16 PT

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Your UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT has the following components:

n 9.5" diversity receiver DS16R

– Adjustable squelch

– Two antennas for optimum reception quality

– Very high sensitivity at a very high signal-to-noise ratio

– Outputs: XLR, 1/4" socket

– 9.5" or 19" rack mounting (side by side with a second TWS 16 receiver)

– Operating voltage supply: DC 12 V

n Transmitter: Bodypack

– Switchable sensitivity (MIC/LINE)

– 3-pole mini XLR connector (AKG compatible)

The system operates in one of 15 switchable channels (within a range of 863.125 MHz…

864.875 MHz). Three systems can be operated simultaneously.

Included accessories: 12 V power supply, hardware for rack mounting, cable with two 1/4"

jacks, windscreen.

the t.bone TWS 16 PT 863 MHz

(item no. 183384)

Features and scope of delivery

UHF wireless system

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Your UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT has the following components:

n 9.5" diversity receiver DS16R

– Adjustable squelch

– Two antennas for optimum reception quality

– Very high sensitivity at a very high signal-to-noise ratio

– Outputs: XLR, 1/4" socket

– 9.5" or 19" rack mounting (side by side with a second TWS 16 receiver)

– Operating voltage supply: DC 12 V

n Transmitter: Bodypack

– Switchable sensitivity (MIC/LINE)

– 3-pole mini XLR connector (AKG compatible)

The system operates in one of 16 switchable channels (within a range of 606.225 MHz…

629.825 MHz). Three systems can be operated simultaneously.

Included accessories: 12 V power supply, hardware for rack mounting, cable with two 1/4"

jacks, windscreen.

the t.bone TWS 16 PT 600 MHz

(item no. 269808)

Features and scope of delivery

TWS 16 PT

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Your UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT has the following components:

n 9.5" diversity receiver DS16R

– Adjustable squelch

– Two antennas for optimum reception quality

– Very high sensitivity at a very high signal-to-noise ratio

– Outputs: XLR, 1/4" socket

– 9.5" or 19" rack mounting (side by side with a second TWS 16 receiver)

– Operating voltage supply: DC 12 V

n Transmitter: Bodypack

– Switchable sensitivity (MIC/LINE)

– 3-pole mini XLR connector (AKG compatible)

The system operates in one of 16 switchable channels (within a range of 740.625 MHz…

751.500 MHz). Three systems can be operated simultaneously.

Included accessories: 12 V power supply, hardware for rack mounting, cable with two 1/4"

jacks, windscreen.

the t.bone TWS 16 PT 740 MHz

(item no. 269810)

Features and scope of delivery

UHF wireless system

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Your UHF wireless system TWS 16 PT has the following components:

n 9.5" diversity receiver DS16R

– Adjustable squelch

– Two antennas for optimum reception quality

– Very high sensitivity at a very high signal-to-noise ratio

– Outputs: XLR, 1/4" socket

– 9.5" or 19" rack mounting (side by side with a second TWS 16 receiver)

– Operating voltage supply: DC 12 V

n Transmitter: Bodypack

– Switchable sensitivity (MIC/LINE)

– 3-pole mini XLR connector (AKG compatible)

The system operates in one of 16 switchable channels (within a range of 821.725 MHz…

831.450 MHz). Four systems can be operated simultaneously.

Included accessories: 12 V power supply, hardware for rack mounting, cable with two 1/4"

jacks, windscreen.

the t.bone TWS 16 PT 821 MHz

(item no. 273720)

Features and scope of delivery

TWS 16 PT

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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.

Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-

quality cables for all connections.

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n This 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.

n Make sure that transmitter and receiver are both tuned to the same channel.

n Never set multiple transmitters to the same channel.

n Make sure that there are no metal objects between the transmitter and receiver.

n Avoid interference from other radio or in-ear systems.

Notes on wireless transmission

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4.2 Receiver

The receiver offers a XLR mounting plug for signal output. Drawing and table indicate the XLR

pin assignment (balanced).

1 Ground, shielding

2 Positive signal (+)

3 Negative signal (–)

XLR connectors for signal

output on the receiver

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