BOYA BY-W4 Wireless Lavalier Microphone User Manual
- June 14, 2024
- Boya
Table of Contents
Ultracompact 2.4GHz
Four-channel Wireless
Microphone System
BY-W4
User Manual
General Introduction
Thanks for choosing BOYA!
BY-W4 is an ultra-compact and portable 2.4GHz four-channel wireless
microphone system, compatible with cameras, smartphones, tablets, PC and more,
supporting up to 7 hours of runtime. There are two patterns (one RX-to-four
TX/ one RX-to-two TX), which can pick up sounds from one or up to four people.
The BY-W4 is ideal for content creation, live streaming, vlogging, mobile
journalism and much more.
Packing List
4x BY-W4 TX Transmitter
1x BY-W4 RX Receiver
1x 3.5mm TRRS to TRS Output Cable for Cameras
1x 3.5mm TRRS to TRRS Output Cable for Smartphones
1x 3.5mm TRRS Male to Dual TRRS Female Cable
3x USB-C Charging Cable
4x Fur Windshield
1x Carrying Pouch
Product Structure
Wireless Transmitter BY-W4 TX
1. Status Indicator
Status | Indicator |
---|---|
Unpaired | Blinking blue(green) slowly |
Pairing | Blinking blue(green) rapidly |
Paired Successfully | Static blue(green) |
Mute ON | Blinking red slowly |
Maximum/ Minimum Gain | Blinking blue(green) twice rapidly |
Low Battery | Blinking red rapidly |
Charging | Static red |
Fully Charged | Red light off |
- Blue: One RX-to-four TX pattern (Default setting)
- Green: One RX-to-two TX pattern
Note:
- Please charge the transmitter when TX indicates low battery status, or it will automatically shut off within 10 minutes.
- The transmitter will automatically return to the last pattern when next turned on.
2. Power/ Mute Button
Function | Operation |
---|---|
Power ON/ OFF | Press and hold for 2.5 seconds |
Mute ON/ OFF | Press once |
Enter/Exit pairing status | Press twice |
Patterns toggle | Press and hold for 10 seconds in shutdown mode |
Note:
If the pairing is not completed within 2 minutes, the transmitter will
automatically exit the pairing status.
3. Gain Control (+/- Button)
- Press the “+” or “-” button to adjust mic gain. (The setting is retained even after the power is turned off.)
- If the maximum/ minimum level is reached, the indicator will blink blue(green) twice rapidly.
- Belt Clip
5. Built-in Microphone
6. USB-C Charging Port
For charging the transmitter using the included USB-C charging cable.
Wireless Receiver BY- W4 RX
1.Status Indicator
Status | Indicator |
---|---|
Unpaired | Blinking blue(green) slowly |
Pairing | Blinking blue(green) rapidly |
Paired Successfully | Static blue(green) |
Low Battery | Blinking red rapidly |
Charging | Static red |
Fully Charged | Red light off |
- Blue: One RX-to-four TX pattern (Default setting)
- Green: One RX-to-two TX pattern
Note:
- Please charge the receiver when RX indicates low battery status, or it will automatically shut off within 10 minutes.
- The receiver will automatically return to the last pattern when next turned on.
2. Power Button
Function | Operation |
---|---|
Power ON/ OFF | Press and hold for 2.5 seconds |
Mute ON/ OFF | Press once |
Enter/Exit pairing status | Press twice |
Patterns toggle | Press and hold for 10 seconds in shutdown mode |
Note:
If the pairing is not completed within 2 minutes, the receiver will
automatically exit the pairing status.
3. Belt Clip
4. 3.5mm TRRS Output
For audio output to a camera, mixer, smartphone, tablet or computer, etc. Or
plug in a 3.5mm headphone to monitor the recording.
5. USB-C Charging Port (DC 5V)
For charging the receiver using the included USB-C charging cable.
How to use
-
Connect the receiver to the mic input of a camera, recorder or mixer with the included 3.5mm TRRS to TRS cable. Or connect the RX to a smartphone, tablet, or computer with the included 3.5mm TRRS to TRRS cable.
-
If there was a need of monitoring audio in real-time, the included 3.5mm TRRS male to dual TRRS female cable should be used to connect the RX receiver to your device, and the other jack can be connected to your headphones.
-
Press and hold the power button for 2.5 seconds to turn on the transmitter(s) and receiver.
-
Pairing
Before leaving factory, the system is pre-paired. Therefore, the connection will be established once they are powered on. If they are disconnected, please follow below steps:
(1) When both the transmitter(s) and receiver are in the one-to-four (one-to- two) pattern press the transmitter(s)’ power button twice to enter the pairing status, and its indicator blinks blue (green) rapidly.
(2)Press the receiver’s power button twice to enter the pairing status, and its indicator blinks blue (green) rapidly.
(3) Transmitter(s) and receiver will be successfully paired within 3 seconds. The indicators of both will turn static blue(green). -
You are ready to record.
Hints:
- Make sure the transmitter(s) and receiver that need to be paired are in the same pattern.
- When pairing, please operate the transmitter(s) first, and then the receiver.
- If any transmitter fails to pair, press the power button of all transmitters and the receiver in turn to re-enter the pairing status.
Note:
Due to the 2.4GHz wireless frequency is widely used, the signal may be easily attenuated or interfered. Please try to avoid obstacles while using, such as walls and buildings. And keep away from the devices with 2.4GHz frequency, such as high-power Wi-Fi antennas, radios, etc.
Specifications
BY-W4 TX
Transmission Type | 2.4GHz ISM |
---|---|
Modulation | GFSK |
Poplar Pattern | Omnidirectional |
Operating Range | Up to 30m (without obstacles) |
RF Output Power | <10mW |
Frequency Response | 50Hz-16kHz |
SNR | > 78dB |
Sensitivity | -42dB |
Built-in Li-ion Battery Specifications | 3.7V/ 110mAh |
Charging Port | USB-C |
Charging Time | Approx. 2 hours |
Battery Life | Approx. 7 hours |
Weight | Approx. 12.5g |
Dimensions | 17.7x59x10mm |
BY-W4 RX
Transmission Type | 2.4GHz ISM |
---|---|
Modulation | GFSK |
Operating Range | Up to 30m (without obstacles) |
RF Output Power | <10mW |
Audio Output | 3.5 mm TRRS Output Jack |
Built-in Li-ion Battery Specifications | 3.7V/ 200mAh |
Charging Port | USB-C |
Charging Time | Approx. 2 hours |
Battery Life | Approx. 7 hours |
Weight | Approx. 18g |
Dimensions | 20.2x65x12.8mm |
1F0300300520
Documents / Resources
| BOYA
BY-W4 Wireless Lavalier
Microphone
[pdf] User Manual
BY-W4 Wireless Lavalier Microphone, BY-W4, Wireless Lavalier Microphone,
Lavalier Microphone
---|---
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Read User Manual Online (PDF format) >>