REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan Wireless Mic System REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan
REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan Wireless Mic System
Fig 6: Fitting the rack mounting brackets to the unit.
UHF BAND AUTO SCAN WIRELESS
DUAL UNITS MICROPHONE SYSTEM
SINGLE UNIT
Operating Instructions
NOT FIELD SERVICEABLE.
For repair or service please contact your place of purchase.
Distributed by Altronic Distributors Pty. Ltd. Perth. Western Australia.
Phone: 1300 780 999 Fax: 1300 790 999
Internet: www.altronics.com.au
Manufactured exclusively for Altronic Distributors Pty Ltd
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REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan Wireless Mic System REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan Wireless Mic System
Overview
Fig 4. Wireless Receiver Connection Via Mic In SPEAKER
The C 8860B features an Auto-Scan system allowing quick and easy selection of an interference-free operating frequency.
This is particularly useful when there are many existing systems in use nearby. It incorporates diversity reception technology,
thereby ensuring a consistent and clear microphone signal with minimal dropout and noise interference. The noise
reduction system automatically compensates for high level sound inputs thus avoiding distortion. The flexibility and the
professional performance of this UHF band radio microphone makes it specifically suited for stages, places of worship, and
WIRELESS
professional sound installations. The device boasts super high sensitivity and extremely low noise transmission and RECEIVER AUDIO MIXER
reception. The wireless microphone system with 16 selectable frequencies via Phase Locked Loop (PLL) circuitry makes it AMPLIFIER
Mic IN Line IN
easy to find interference-free channels. The SMT assembled PCB module ensures quality and signal stability.
Line OUT
Features:
• Switching-Diversity technology and adjustable squelch ensures the reception quality.
• Auto-Scan function can locate the interference-free channel easily.
• Low noise mixer circuitry helps to reduce the noise from interference to a minimum.
• Clear status display including RF, AF and channel presence LED.
• Durable plastic chassis with 1/2 rack design. 3 Pin XLR Lead
• Balanced 3-pin XLR connector and unbalanced 1/4'' jack audio outputs.
• Channel and volume settings are adjusted via the front panel.
Fig 5. Wireless Receiver Connection Via Line In SPEAKER
Inside the Box:
• Wireless receiver unit with two antennas
• 12Vdc power pack
• Manual
WIRELESS
Receiver Specifications: RECEIVER AUDIO MIXER
Carrier Frequency Range....................................................................................................................UHF 520 - 550MHz AMPLIFIER
Mic IN Line IN
Oscillator ................................................................................................................................................PLL Synthesized
Modulation..................................................................................................................................................................FM Line OUT
Frequency Stability ............................................................................................................................................±0.005%
S/N ratio ..........................................................................................94dB, at 20kHz deviation and 60dBV antenna input
Image and Spurious Rejection ................................................................................................................80 dB minimum
Receiving Sensitivity ..........................................................................................................At 10 uV over 80dB S/N ratio
Selectivity ................................................................................................................................................................50dB
AF Response ............................................................................................................................................80Hz to 16kHz 6.35mm Stereo jack Lead
T.H.D. ..........................................................................................................................................................1% (at 1kHz)
IF Frequency ....................................................................................................................1st: 243.95MHz 2nd:10.7MHz
Dynamic Range ......................................................................................................................................................96dB
Tone Signal ....................................................................................................................................................32.768kHz
Audio Output ......................................................................................................Balanced and unbalanced audio outputs
Power Supply ........................................................................................................................................................12V dc
Current Consumption..................................................................................................................................About 200mA
Note: Two or more wireless microphones (handheld and/or lavalier) which transmit at the same frequency cannot be used
in the same location.
PLEASE NOTE: All transmitters are sold separately
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REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan Wireless Mic System REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan Wireless Mic System
Figure 1: Front and Rear panels of C 8860B
PRECAUTIONS:
1. POWER SWITCH
• AVOID EXTREMELY DIRTY OR DUSTY ENVIRONMENTS.
• AVOID AREAS WHERE THERE IS EXTREMELY HIGH HUMIDITY. 2. RF INDICATOR
• TWO OR MORE WIRELESS MICROPHONES (HANDHELD AND/OR LAVALIER) WHICH TRANSMIT AT THE SAME .. 3. AF INDICATOR
FREQUENCY CAN NOT BE USED IN THE SAME LOCATION AS THIS WILL CAUSE INTERFERENCE. 4. LED CHANNEL DISPLAY
5. SET/SCAN BUTTON
TROUBLESHOOTING
6. CHANNEL SELECTOR
Problem Solution
BUTTONS UP/DOWN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
7. LEVEL CONTROL KNOB
No Sound • Check the power supply of the microphones and receiver. 8. ANTENNAS
• Check the transmitter and receiver are tuned to the same 9. BALANCED OUTPUT
frequency. 3-PIN XLR
• Check whether the audio amplifier is switched on and the 10. UNBALANCED OUTPUT
receiver output is connected to it. 6.35MM JACK
• Check whether the transmitter is too far away from the •
11. MIC/LINE SWITCH
receiver or if the Squelch control is set too high.
• Check whether the receiver is located to close to a metal 12. SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT.
object or there are obstructions between the transmitter 13. DC SOCKET
and receiver.
Sound Interference • Check the antenna location.
• When using two or more microphone transmitters
simultaneously, make sure that they are set to different OPERATION (See Fig 1.) 8 9 10 11 12 13 8
frequencies.
• Check whether interference is coming from other mics or Note: Do not operate transmitters nearby when setting frequency on the receiver.
TVs or radios nearby. Ensure all transmitters are at least two metres away.
1. To turn power on, press and hold the power button for about three seconds until display illuminates.
Distortion • Check whether the receiver volume is set too high or too 2. Connect the cable, one end to the balanced or unbalanced output jack of the receiver, the other end to the mic mixing
low. input of amplifier, audio mixer etc. See Figures 4 and 5 for connection information.
• Check whether interference is coming from other mics or
TVs or radios nearby. Note: Never use the balanced and unbalanced audio outputs at the same time.
This may cause signal loss or increased noise.
3. For best results set the output volume control at three quarter level (three o'clock position) and adjust mixer / amplifier
level to suit.
4. The squelch level is adjustable by the squelch adjustment at the back of the unit. Adjust the squelch level to prevent
external noise.
Note: Setting the squelch high (towards max) will reduce the range of the system.
5. When the receiver is not in use disconnect from mains power.
6. A maximum number of six systems can be used in the one location at the same time.
Manual Mode:
1. Press SET button for one second. Display will flash the current channel number set.
2. Press the channel selection up/down arrow buttons to change the channel as desired.
3. After channel is selected the display will flash five times before locking in your selection.
Auto Scan Mode:
1. Press “set/scan” button for three seconds to initiate auto scan mode. The system will lock in the next interference free
channel it locates.
2. After receiver selects a channel it will flash the display five times before locking in the selection. If using multiple
systems in the same area, ensure all systems (receivers and transmitters) are switched on so that the auto-scan
function will ignore occupied channels.
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REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan Wireless Mic System REDBACK® C 8860B UHF Band Auto Scan Wireless Mic System
Figure 2: C 8862B Handheld Microphone Transmitter
1. SCREEN HEAD
2. POWER: PRESS FOR TWO SECONDS
3. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
4. ROTARY CHANNEL SELECTOR
5. BATTERY COVER – UNSCREWS
1
6. ANTENNA
5
4
CHANNEL
3
13 5
2 6
Figure 3: C 8864B Beltpack Microphone Transmitter
1. LOW BATTERY LED 5. CHANNEL SELECTOR 9. TIE CLIP
C 8862B Handheld Transmitter Features:
• High sensitivity cardioid capsule reduces unwanted handling noise to a minimum 2. MINI XLR CONNECTOR 6. MIC/LINE SELECTOR 10. CABLE
• Special noise absorption parts, which eliminate switch shock and handling noise. 3. ANTENNA 7. GAIN 10dB RANGE 11. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
• PLL synthesized control circuitry. 4. POWER 8. MIC UNIT
• Easy-opening battery compartment for quick replacement. Requires 2 x AA batteries (not supplied).
• Low battery LED indicator. Beltpack Microphone:
A range of microphones and pickups are available for the belt pack transmitter including tie clip mic, lecture type headset,
Handheld / Bodypack Transmitter Specifications: aerobics type headset, and guitar pickup. The belt pack microphone is equipped with a line/mic switch.
Carrier Frequency Range ..................................................................................................................UHF 520 - 550MHz
RF Power Output ........................................................................................................................................10mW (max.) C 8864B Beltpack Transmitter
Oscillation Mode......................................................................................................................................PLL synthesized Operation: (See Fig 3.)
Frequency Stability ............................................................................................................................................±0.005% 1. Push to open the battery cover.
Maximum Deviation ........................................................................................................20kHz with limiting compressor 2. Insert 2 x AA Size 1.5V batteries into the battery holder according to polarity (+) and (-) indicator marked on the battery
Spurious Emission ............................................................................................................50dB below carrier frequency housing.
T.H.D. ......................................................................................................................................................<1% (at 1kHz) 3. Set the rotary channel selection switch to the same channel as your receiver.
Handheld Microphone capsule ..............................................................................Uni-directional electret condenser unit 4. Replace Battery Cover.
Beltpack Microphone cartridge ................................................................................................................Sold separately 5. Connect the microphone or guitar pickup to the unit.
Tone Signal ....................................................................................................................................................32.768kHz 6. Set the line / mic switch to match the sound source (line / mic). Line is for guitar input.
Battery ......................................................................................................DC3V (2 x 1.5V AA alkaline or rechargeables) 7. Press the power button to turn on. The LED indicator will illuminate and stay lit to indicate the unit is operational and
Current consumption ............................................................................................................................120mA +/- 10mA battery power is good.
8. Press the power button again to turn off when mic is not in use. Remove the batteries from the unit if not to be used for
C 8862B Handheld Microphone Transmitter a long time. This will prevent damage to the unit that a defective "leaking" battery may cause.
Operation: (See Fig 2.) 9. If the LED indicator is flashing continually, the battery needs to be replaced.
1. Unscrew the bottom half of the microphone, to access the battery compartment and channel selector. 10. If the LED indicator does not light up at all when first switched on then check that the batteries are inserted correctly or
2. Insert 2 x AA Size 1.5V batteries into the battery holder according to polarity (+) and (-) indicator marked on the battery not completely flat.
housing.
3. Set the rotary channel selection switch to the same channel as your receiver.
4. Screw the battery cover back onto the microphone.
5. Press the power button to turn on. The LED indicator will illuminate and stay lit to indicate the unit is operational and
battery power is good.
6. Press the power button again to turn off when mic is not in use. Remove the batteries from the unit if not to be used for
a long time. This will prevent damage to the unit that a defective "leaking" battery may cause.
7. If the LED indicator is flashing continually, the battery needs to be replaced.
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