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Camera Slot Dual UHF Receiver
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Digital Hybrid Wireless® Technology

U.S. Patent 7,225,135

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Digital Hybrid Wireless®
The Lectrosonics Digital Hybrid Wireless® uses innovative technology to
combine the advantages of digital audio with the advantages of analog
RF transmission. The result delivers the superior sound quality of a digital
system and the excellent range of an analog system.
A proprietary algorithm encodes the digital audio information into an ana-
log format which can be transmitted in a robust manner over an analog FM
wireless link. The receiver employs state-of-the-art filters, RF amplifiers,
mixers and detector to capture the encoded signal and a DSP recovers the
original digital audio.
This digital/analog hybrid technique has some very beneficial properties.
Because the information being transmitted is digitally encoded, immunity
to noise is much higher than what a compandor can offer. Because the
encoded audio is sent in analog format, spectral and power efficiency and
operating range are not compromised.
Under weak RF conditions, the received signal degrades gracefully, like
an analog system, delivering as much usable audio as possible at maxi-
mum range. Since the audio is free of compandor artifacts, pumping and
breathing problems are also greatly reduced.

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Quick Start Summary
The following checklist includes the minimum required settings to start us-
ing the receiver.
• Install either a battery sled or camera slot adapter kit (see pages 5-6).
• Connect power to the receiver (see page 6-7).
• Set the DIVMODE for single or dual channel operation (see pages 8-9).
• Set the COMPAT (compatibility) mode for the transmitters to be used
(see pages 8-9).
• Find clear operating frequencies for one or both receivers (see page
10).
• Set transmitters on the matching frequencies (see transmitter manual).
• Verify transmitters are set to the same compatibility mode as the re-
ceiver (see transmitter manual).
• Adjust transmitter input gain to match voice level and mic position (see
transmitter manual).
• Adjust receiver output level as needed for the camera or mixer input
level desired (see pages 8-9).

IMPORTANT:
Performance will be degraded if
FREQ. Receiver 2 is set 4.2 to 4.8 MHz higher
than Receiver 1. The LCD will also flash
WARNING this message periodically.

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Front Panel Controls and Functions
MENU/SELECT Receiver 2 UP Button
Receiver 1
Button

Secondary
Audio
Output

DOWN
IR Sync Port POWER/BACK Button
Button
Audio Outputs
In addition to the audio outputs on the rear panel, the front panel of the
receiver provides a second set of outputs through a 5-pin connector. This
allows both audio channels to be connected through external cables for
cameras with only one audio channel enabled in the slot.
The TA5M connector provides two balanced outputs with the following
pinouts:

Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5

Shields CH1 + CH1 – CH2 + CH2 –

LCD Screen
A backlit, graphics-type LCD is used to set up and monitor the receiver.
The Main Window shown above is used during normal operation, to dis-
play RF and audio levels, transmitter battery status, pilot tone status and
diversity activity for both receivers.

MENU/SEL Button
This button is used to select menu items and enter setup screens during
setup.

IR (Infrared) Sync
An IR Sync Port is used for quick setup with transmitters that offer this
feature. Settings for frequency, step size, compatibility mode and talk back
are transferred from receiver to transmitter via the IR ports.

NOTE: Selected compatibility mode and talk back will only sync if
they are available options on the transmitter you are syncing with.

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PWR/BACK Button
Press the PWR/BACK switch to turn the power on. Press and hold it until
the display goes blank to turn power off. It also functions as a “back” but-
ton while navigating the various menus and setup screens to return to the
previous screen or menu item.
The firmware “remembers” whether the receiver was turned on or off after
power is disconnected, and it returns to that state when power is restored.
This allows the receiver to power up and down as the camera or external
supply is turned on and off.
Press the PWR/BACK button from the Main Window to briefly display
the external power voltage.

UP/DOWN Arrow Buttons

The UP and DOWN arrow buttons are used to select various options and
adjust values in the setup screens, and provide secondary functions such
as locking out the panel to guard against accidental changes.

Installing Rear Panel Adapters

Installation of the rear panel output/power adapters is the same for all
models.

Panels are held in

place by two Phil-
lips head screws
on the sides of the
housing.

Connections
between the panel
and main circuit
board are made via
miniature mating
connectors.

Align the mating

connectors and
slide the panel
straight into the
housing until the
screw holes align
with the housing.

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Battery Adapters
Battery sled adapters configure the receiver for standalone use or to pro-
vide battery backup power. Several options are available:
• SRBATTSLEDTOP
• SRBATTSLEDBOTTOM
• SR9VBP (inserts into the SLED adapters)
SRBATTSLEDTOP

SRBATTSLEDBOTTOM

The battery sled adapters accept L and M type video camera rechargeable
batteries and the optional SR9VBP 9 volt battery case.
L or M type video
camera batteries
mount directly onto
the battery sled

SR9VBP
battery
case for
two 9 volt
batteries

The battery sled adapters do not include charging circuitry. Batteries must
be charged with their respective chargers. The adapters include an inte-
gral circuit that automatically selects between the battery and the external
source, whichever delivers the highest voltage.
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External Power Supply
DCR12/A5U
AC power supply with
interchangeable blades/posts for use
in Europe, UK, Australia and USA;
100-240 V, 50/60 Hz input; 12 VDC
(regulated), 0.3 A max. output, 6.0 W.
Sold separately.

Main Window (LCD)

Receiver 1 Receiver 2 Diversity Transmitter
Activity Battery Level

RF Levels Audio Level Pilot Tone

Indicator

The Main Window displays information concerning the condition of the Pi-
lot Tone, antenna phase, RF and audio signal levels and battery conditions
for both the receiver and the associated transmitter.

NOTE: When the RATIO DIVERSITY mode is selected, both

receivers are combined to pick up the same transmitter, so the Main
Window will display a single audio channel.

Pilot Tone
Indicator

Receiver 1 Receiver 2 Audio Transmitter

RF Level RF Level Level Battery Level

Pressing the MENU/SEL button accesses the menus and screens for set-
ting up the receiver and searching for clear frequency channels.
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Navigating the LCD
Note: Press the BACK button from the Main Window to briefly
display the external power supply voltage.

the external power

BACK button from
the Main Window
NOTE: Press the

to briefly display

supply voltage.

Accessing Block 606

NOTE: Block 606 is ONLY AVAILABLE in Bands B1 and C1.
Available from any setup screen that displays the two receiver selection
options next to each other, press and hold the DOWN arrow and simulta-
neously press PWR/BACK. Using the DOWN arrow, toggle between B1/C1
and Block 606.
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 NOTE: To reset the timer, set the TXBAT mode to
anything other than 9VT or AAT, then back to the

when the MIXMODE is set to DIRECT

NOTE: This setting does not appear

COMPAT
Compatibility modes adjust the FM deviation and audio processing
(companding) to match other Lectrosonics models and some models from
other manufacturers.

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Using SmartTuneTM
SmartTune is the easiest and fastest way to scan the local RF spectrum
and find clear operating frequencies.
Navigate to the Use the UP and
SETUP SMARTUNE screen SMART 1 DOWN arrows to
and press MENU/ select receiver 1
SMARTUNE SEL. TUNE or 2, and press
MENU/SEL.
The scan can cover all three blocks in the band, or only one
TX 1 of the three. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to select the
tuning range to be scanned:
BAND B1 B1 - the entire Band B1
21 - block 21 only
22 - block 22 only
23 - block 23 including TV37
23N - block 23 bypassing TV37*
B1N - Band B1 bypassing TV37*

*NOTE: 23N and B1N (“N” refers to North America) scans skip
past TV Channel 37 (608 to 614 MHz) since it is reserved for radio
astronomy in North America.
After the scanning is complete, the
newly discovered frequency will be set
OK automatically. The LCD will then prompt
SYNC 1 to SYNC the frequency to the matching
transmitter via the IR port (DOWN
ARROW), or to continue by pressing OK
(MENU/SEL).

After leaving the SYNC screen, the

TUNE RX2 LCD will ask about setting up the other
receiver. Use the UP and DOWN arrows
NOW? YES to select YES to tune the other receiver,
then press MENU/SEL to continue.

Turn on the transmitter that matches the

IS TX1 first receiver that was tuned. Use the
UP and DOWN arrows to select YES and
ON? YES press MENU/SEL.

After the scanning is complete, the

newly discovered frequency will be set
OK automatically. The LCD will then prompt
to SYNC the frequency to the matching
SYNC 2 transmitter via the IR port (DOWN
ARROW), or to continue by pressing OK
(MENU/SEL).
RF signal strength
Press the BACK button several times
to return to the Main Screen and verify
that both transmitters show a strong RF
signal strength and that the Pilot Tone
icons are NOT blinking.
Pilot Tone icons (P)
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Manual Scanning
Scan Window Zoom View Window
Previously tuned Block
frequency Freq Cursor (center bar) Block
in hex

26 Press both UP and DOWN 25

arrows on control panel to

BD
switch to the Zoom View C7
Press the BACK
RF activity button to return Freq in
level Dashed line (cursor) to the Scan View hex
shows the currently Window
selected receiver

First, turn off all of the transmitters you intend to use with the receiver.
Navigate to the SETUP/SCAN screen and press the MENU/SEL button to
start the scanner. The display will switch to the Scan Window (see illustra-
tion above) and start scanning immediately. Allow the receiver to scan
across the entire tuning range at least once, then press the MENU/SEL
button to stop the scanning.
Scroll through the screen with the UP and DOWN buttons and find a
frequency where no (or very weak) RF signals are present. Press the PWR/
BACK button to set the receiver to this new frequency.
Press both the UP and DOWN buttons at the same time to switch to the
Zoom View Window (see illustration above). In this view, the cursor re-
mains fixed in the center of the screen and the background scrolls behind
it. The frequency can be stepped up and down in 100 kHz increments us-
ing the UP and DOWN arrow buttons.
When the receiver is configured for SWITCHED diversity (dual chan-
nel mode), two cursors will appear when the scanning is stopped. Press
MENU/SEL to toggle between the two receivers. The cursor for the se-
lected receiver will be a dashed rather than solid line. Select each receiver
and use the UP and DOWN buttons to locate a frequency with no (or very
weak) RF activity.
Keep the frequencies of the two receivers at least 700 kHz apart to mini-
mize de-sensing (short range) issues. This spacing is a “worst case” ap-
proximation assuming the transmitters are about 25 feet from the receiver
antennas.
Data gathered during a scan is stored until it is intentionally erased or the
power is turned off. Previous data will remain and subsequent scans can
be made to search for additional signals or to accumulate higher peaks.
To clear the scan memory and screens, press the back button several
times to return to the Main Window, then press and hold the PWR/BACK
button briefly. As soon as Powering off... appears on the display, release
the button. The receiver will remain turned on, and the scan data will be
erased.

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 LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
The equipment is warranted for one year from date of purchase against defects in
materials or workmanship provided it was purchased from an authorized dealer. This
warranty does not cover equipment which has been abused or damaged by careless
handling or shipping. This warranty does not apply to used or demonstrator equipment.

Should any defect develop, Lectrosonics, Inc. will, at our option, repair or replace any
defective parts without charge for either parts or labor. If Lectrosonics, Inc. cannot
correct the defect in your equipment, it will be replaced at no charge with a similar new
item. Lectrosonics, Inc. will pay for the cost of returning your equipment to you.

This warranty applies only to items returned to Lectrosonics, Inc. or an authorized

dealer, shipping costs prepaid, within one year from the date of purchase.

This Limited Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of New Mexico. It states the
entire liablility of Lectrosonics Inc. and the entire remedy of the purchaser for any
breach of warranty as outlined above. NEITHER LECTROSONICS, INC. NOR
ANYONE INVOLVED IN THE PRODUCTION OR DELIVERY OF THE EQUIPMENT
SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, CONSEQUENTIAL,
OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE
THIS EQUIPMENT EVEN IF LECTROSONICS, INC. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE LIABILITY OF
LECTROSONICS, INC. EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF ANY DEFECTIVE
EQUIPMENT.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have additional legal rights which
vary from state to state.