JAY-Z US-Blink500 B2 2.4 GHz Wireless Microphone System User Manual

2.4 GHz Wireless Microphone System
Vlink2
User Manual

Statement

Please read this manual carefully before use and operate and store in strict accordance with the instructions provided. Please retain for future reference. For any issues that cannot be resolved with the user manual, please refer to your retailer for help or contact us at: info@saramonic.com.

Cautions

1. Take care not to use the unit underwater or unprotected in rainy conditions. Store in a cool, dry place.
2. Designed for use and storage at normal temperatures. Do not move the unit from overheated to cold conditions frequently, and keep away from heat sources such as heaters and ovens.
3. When in use, or when storing, avoid contact with dust and moisture.
4. Do not subject to device to violent collisions, as this can damage the device.
5. In order to avoid acoustic feedback, do not hold the microphone close to loudspeakers.
6. For optimal sound detection, do not hold your hand against the microphone head

General Introduction

The Saramonic Vlink2 wireless microphone system provides a premium 2-person wireless audio solution for vloggers, mobile journalists and content creators for a remarkable price. It is an easy-to-use, high-quality and flexible 2.4 GHz system. The external microphone input allows the receiver to be connected to a mic device. The system can be powered through its USB-C ports, allowing it to run for numerous hours on a USB-C 5V power bank.

Portable Receiver Vlink2 RX

Introduction
The Saramonic Vlink2 RX is a camera-mountable dual-channel 2.4 GHz wireless receiver. It features a high-contrast OLED display and talkback function to transmitter. The two detachable antennas can be rotated 360° for better reception. The receiver’s output can be toggled between mono and stereo modes. The talkback and monitor function on the receiver allows camera operators to select individually if desired, and communication can be controlled by a mute button.

Product Structure

1. Antennas

2. LINE OUT

3. 3.5mm talkback and headphone jack
   Using the talkback function with the supplied headphone, the receiver can monitor the real-time feedback and talkback communication with transmitter. Camera operators can be selected individually if desired, and communication can be controlled by a power/mute button, or locked open.

4. USB-C DC 5V

5. Cold shoe mount adapter

6. Power/mute button
   **** Status| Operation
   ---|---
   Power ON| Press button for one second or longer Power
   Power OFF| Press button until it turns off
   Mute ON| Short press button
   Mute OFF

7. SET button
   Long press the SET button to enter the displayed menu.
   Then, short press the SET button to confirm your setting change, or long press again to exit without saving.

8. RF indicator

   ---

9. OLED display
10. POWER indicator
    **** Status| Indicators
    ---|---
    Power On/Fully charged| Solid green light
    Low battery/Charging| Solid red light
11. +/- button (Pairing button)
    Press the button “+” and “-” for 3 seconds for receiver and transmitter at the same time, entering pairing mode.

Attaching Accessories

LCD Display Operation Guide

Home screen: If no operation is performed for 20 seconds on the other screens, the display will automatically return to the home screen.

1. Pairing Indicator
   

2. Audio monitoring icon

3. Mute Indicator
   Mute Off Mute On

4. Battery Level Indicator
   Displays the RX battery level. Please recharge the device immediately when the indicator starts flashing.

5. Audio input level meter
   Displays the audio input level

6. Group A icon

7. RF level indicator (Group A)
   Indicates the current reception level.

8. Battery Level Indicator
   Displays the TX battery level. Please recharge the device immediately when the indicator starts flashing.

9. Group B icon

10. RF level indicator (Group B)
    Indicates the current reception level.

11. Battery Level Indicator
    Displays the TX battery level. Please recharge the device immediately when the indicator starts flashing.

MIC GAIN: Adjust the external microphone’s gain level (0-19). Default is “15”

Set output volume: Set the volume of output audio within the range of 0 to 31. The setting is retained even after the power is turned off. Default volume is 28.

Output mode: The output mode can be set to mono or stereo. When the output mode is in mono, the audio from the left and right channel will be mixed. When in stereo, receiver A’s and receiver B’s audio output will be separated to the left and right of the stereo output. System default is mono.

Set backlight: Set the background LED light to ON or Delay by 60, 30, or 10 seconds. Default setting is “Delay 30s.”

Set Mute key: If you want to mute the audio, please select “Enable” first and then short press the power button. The default is “Enable.”

Language: English/ Default is English

Restoring default setting

Body-pack Transmitter Vlink2 TX

Introduction
The Saramonic Vlink2 TX is a compact body-pack transmitter. It features an easy-to -read OLED display, a detachable antenna and built-in rechargeable battery. With the 3.5mmheadphone and mic input jack, it can accept audio from the included 3.5mm locking mic, and supports the real-time audio monitoring. A short press of the power button mutes the mic between takes.

Product Structure

1. Antenna

2. 3.5mm headphone output
   Connect headphones to monitor the audio.

3. MIC IN jack
   The receiver can be connected to a 3.5mm microphone.

4. USB-C DC 5V

5. Power/mute button
   **** Status| Operation
   ---|---
   Power ON| Press button for one second or longer Power
   Power OFF| Press button until it turns off
   Mute ON| Short press button
   Mute OFF

6. SET button

7. RF indicator
   **** Status| Indicators
   ---|---
   Disconnected| Lights off
   Paired Successfully| Solid green light
   Mute ON  (Paired Successfully)| Flashes green light

8. OLED display
   Display menus, please refer to “OLED Display Operation Guide” (page ) for more details.

9. POWER indicator
   Status| Indicators
   ---|---
   Power On/Fully charged| Solid green light
   Low battery/Charging| Solid red light

10. +/- button (Pairing button)
    Press the button “+” and “-” for 3 seconds for receiver and transmitter at the same time, entering pairing mode.

How to connect the transmitter and receiver?

Before leaving factory, the connection of transmitters and receiver will be established. If transmitters and receiver disconnect, please follow below steps:

1. Turn on the receiver and the transmitters.
2. Press the button “+” and “-” for 3 seconds for receiver and transmitter at the same time.
3. When transmitter and receiver connects, the light of receiver and transmitters flash quickly.
4. Repeat step 2 for the other transmitter. Otherwise, the RF light for receiver and transmitters still stay lights off, then try 1-3 steps again.

OLED Display Operation Guide

Home screen: If no operation is performed for 20 seconds on the other screens, the display will automatically return to the home screen.

1. Pairing Indicator
   

2. RF Level Indicator
   

3. Mute Indicator
   Mute Off Mute On

4. Battery Level Indicator
   Displays the TX battery level. Please recharge the device immediately when the indicator starts flashing.

5. Audio input level meter
   Displays the audio input level

MIC GAIN: Adjust the external microphone’s gain level (0-19). Default is “15”.

Set output volume: Set the volume of output audio within the range of 0 to 31. The setting is retained even after the power is turned off. Default volume is 28.

Set backlight: Set the background LED light to ON or Delay by 60, 30, or 10 seconds. Default setting is “Delay 30s.”

Restoring default setting

Vlink2-TX Version

Packing Lists

Vlink2 Kit1 (TX+RX):
DK3 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone Kit (1)
Talkback and monitoring headphone
USB-C Charging Cable (2)
3.5mm TRS Locking-type Plug Audio Cable for Cameras
3.5mm TRRS Locking-type Plug Audio Cable for Smartphone(CTIA standard)

Cold Shoe Mount Adapter (1)
Detachable Antenna(3)
Belt clip(2)

Vlink2 Kit2 (TX+TX+RX):
DK3 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone Kit (2)
Talkback and monitoring headphone
USB-C Charging Cable (3)
3.5mm TRS Locking-type Plug Audio Cable for Cameras
3.5mm TRRS Locking-type Plug Audio Cable for Smartphone(CTIA standard)
Cold Shoe Mount Adapter (1)
Detachable Antenna(4)
Belt clip(3)

Specifications

Oscillator type GFSK
Carrier frequencies 2.4GHz (2406-2474MHz)
Signal to noise ratio ≥75dB
Reference audio input -30~-42dBv (MIC input,0 dB attenuation)
RF output power 5mW
Power Consumption TX: 70mA3.7V. RX: 70mA3.7V
Distortion 0.05% or less (32,1 KHz,65mW output)
Battery Capacity RX:3000mAh TX:2000mAh Battery run-time 19 hrs
Charging Connector USB-C jack (DC 5V)

Audio input connector 3.5mm jackwith lock
Listening connector 3.5mm jackwith lock

Frequency response 35Hz-14KHz±3dB
Dimensions RX: 886923mm()
TX: 705223mm()
Weight RX:
TX:

Distance 100m (without obstacle)
Operating temperature 0 to 50
Storage temperature -20 to +55

FCC Statement

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. However, 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 off 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 different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment. 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.

RF Exposure Information
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

References

• saramonic.com

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