Saramonic Blink500 ProX Series Wireless USB-C Receiver Microphone User Manual

User Manual
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General Introduction

The Saramonic Blink500 ProX is an incredibly lightweight, ultracompact and easy-to-use wireless microphone system for up to 2 people. The microphone delivers exceptional, broadcast-quality sound to smartphones, tablets, computers, DSLR, camcorders, recorders, and other audio/video recording devices. It features automatic paiing, low-latency and up to 100 metres of operating range. Blink500 ProX is ideal for instrument recording, live streaming, viogging, mobile journalism and more.
The Blink500 ProX TX clip-on transmitter has a great sounding built-in omnidirectional microphone and it is small and light enough to clip to shirts and clothing, or you can use it as a traditional belt pack transmitter with the included lavalier microphone. The Blink500 ProX RX also features a much- desired selectable Mono / Stereo output setting when using a second transmitter, giving you the ability record each mic to separate channels of camera’s and recorder’s stereo audio inputs.
The transmitter and receiver deliver a remarkable 10-hours of run time on a single charge. The supplied charging case allows you to charge the transmitter and receiver anywhere and can be recharged or powered via the USB-C DC 5V port.
No technical knowledge of audio is required to operate, with no. complicated menus or setting. The Blink500 ProX system operates on the 2.4GHz spectrum and automatically hops to free channels to avoid static noise and audio dropouts.

Available Kits

1xBlink500 ProX RX
1xBlink500 ProX B1BOX
Blink500 Prox B2| 1xBIink500 ProX TX
1xBlink500 ProX RX
1xBlink500 ProX B2BOX

Statement

Please read this manual carefully before using and strictly operate and store it in accordance with the instructions. Please save the manual for your future reference. If you need further assistance than the user manual, please consult your retailer for help or email us: info@saramonic.com

Statement

1. Disintegration of this device by non-professionals is strictly prohibited.
2. Please keep it away from heat sources such as heaters or ovens.
3. Do not remove the battery without professionals’ help.
4. Please clean the device with only a soft, dry cloth
5. When using and storing, please pay attention to dust and moisture.
6. For the best pick-up pattern, do not hold your hand against the microphone capsule cover.

Product Structure

Blink500 ProX TX:
Body-Pack Transmitter with OLED Display and Microphone 1. Power/Mute button

2. +/SET Button

On menu screen, short press to select different functions or values shown on the display.
SET| On home screen, long press to enter the menu screen
On menu screen, long press to enter the displayed menu. Then, long press again
to confirm your option.

3. -Button

On menu screen, short press to select different functions or values shown on the display.
BACK| On menu screen, long press to return to home screen

4. USB-C Charging Port (DC 5V)
5. OLED Display
Display menus, please refer to “OLED Display Operation Guidk P9) for more details.
6. Charging Contacts
7. Belt Clip
8. Built-in Microphone
9. MIC/LINE IN Jack
It can be connected to the 3.5mm lavalier microphones, and other 3.5mm microphones or line-in devices.

Blink500 ProX RX:
Clip-On and Shoe-Mountable Receiver 1. Power/Mute button

2. +/SET Button

On menu screen, short press to select different functions or values shown on the display.
SET| On home screen, long press to enter the menu screen.
On menu screen, long press to enter the displayed menu. Then, long press again to confirm your option.

3 -Button

On menu screen, short press to select different functions or values shown on the display
BACK| On menu screen, long press to return to home screen.

4. USB-C Charging Port (DC 5V)
5. OLED Display
Please refer to “OLED Display Operation Guide” (—P9) for more details
6. Charging Contacts
7. Belt Clip
8. LINE OUT Jack
Connect the Blink500 ProX RX to a DLSR camera, mixer, or amplifier with the supplied output cable.
9. 3.5mm Headphones Output
Connecta headphone to monitor the audio output.

Blink500 ProX B1BOX: Blink500 ProX B2BOX: 1. TX &RX Charging Indicator
Charging = Static red (TX’s/RX’s battery level indicator flashes in cycle)
Fully charged = Light off (TX’s/RX’s battery level indicator is static and full)
2. Power Capacity Indicator

3. OPEN Button
4. Case Battery Detection Button
Short press the button, then the power capacity indicator of the charging case lights up, showing the current remaining battery.
Note: Short press the detection button as case closed, and its power capacity indicator willlight on for 3 seconds then off
5. USB-C Charging Port (DC 5V)
Note: The transmitter/receiver will automatically turn on after opening the charging case and turn off after being placed in the case for 5 seconds or closing the case for 1 minute.

OLED Display Operation Guide

OLED Display Introduction (Transmitter)

Home Screen If no operation is performed within 20 seconds on menu screens, the display will automatically return to home screen.

1. Channel Group Icon
   The channel A/B is disconnected.
     The channel! A/B is paired  successfully.
     Channel is unknown. (usually occurs when the transmitter restores default settings)

2. RF Level Indicator
   Indicates the current signal level.
   Signal is strong (Paired successfully)
   Signal is weak (Paired successfully)
   No signal (Disconnected)

3. TX’s Battery Level Indicator
   Displays the TX battery level.
   Please recharge the device immediately when the blank indicator starts flashing.

4. Audio Input Level Meter
   Displays the audio input level.

5. Mute Indicator of Mic
   Mute ON
   Mute OFF

6. Mic Gain
   On home screen, press +/- button to adjust the volume of microphone. The setting is retained even after the power is turned off.

7. TX’s Input Mode
   Displays the what input mode of the TX transmitter is currently set to, either MIC IN or LINE IN.

Menus Introduction Mic Gain: Adjust the microphone’s input gain level from 0 to 6. Default is “5”.
Input Mode: The input mode can be selected to Mic In or Line In. When the input mode is Mic In mode, the transmitter can be connected to the included lavalier microphone, or other microphones with a 3.5mm output. When the input mode is Line In mode, the receiver can be connected to line-level output devices. The system’s default is “Mic In”.
Set Mute Key : Enable or Disable mute key button function.
Default is “Enable”.
Set Backlight : Set backlight to Always On or On for 10, 30, or 60 seconds. Default is “On”.
Language Setting: English or (Chinese) are available.
Default is English.
Restore Default Setting
Yes: restores default settings
No: exits restore default settings
Pair Setting: Pair with the receiver.
For details of operation, please refer to “Operation Guide” (> P13).
Version of the Blink500 ProX TX’s firmware.

OLED Display Introduction (Receiver) Home Screen
If no operation is performed within 20 seconds on menu screens, the display will automatically return to home screen.

1. RX‘s Output Mode
   Mono
   Stereo

2. Mute Indicator of Headphone /Output
   Mute OFF
   Mute ON

3. RX‘s Headphone/Output Volume
   On home screen, press +/- button to adjust the headphone/ output volume. The setting is retained even after the power is turned off.

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

5. Audio Input Level Meter
   Displays the audio input level.

6. Channel Group Icon

7. RF Level Indicator
   Indicates the current signal level.
   Signal is strong (Paired successfully)
   Signal is weak (Paired successfully)
   No signal (Disconnected)

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

Menus Introduction
Headphone Output Volume: The headphone monitoring volume can be set from 0 to 6.
Default is “5*. Output Mode: The output mode can be set to either mono or stereo. When in mono mode, the audio from the transmitter, or transmitters will be mixed to both the left and right sides.
When in stereo mode, the two transmitters’ audio output will be separated to the left andright sides. System default is mono.
Set Mute Key: Enable or Disable mute key button function.
Default is “Enable”.
Set Backlight: Set backlight to Always On or On for 10, 30, or 60 seconds. Default is “On”.
Language Setting: English orfité FA XZ (Chinese) are available.
Default is English.
Restore Default Setting
Yes: restores default settings
No: exits restore default settings Pair Setting: Pair with the receiver. For details of operation, please refer to “Operation Guide” (— P13).
Version of the Blink500 ProX RX’s firmware.

Operation Guide

1. Long press the power button for 2 seconds to turn on the transmitter and the receiver.

2. 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:

3. Long press the SET button to enter menu screen.

4. Use the + or -button to display the Pair setting menu on both transmitter and receiver.

5. Long press the SET button to select the menu.

6. Select “Yes”, and long press the SET button to confirm.

7. Transmitter and receiver will be successfully paired within 10 seconds.

8. Connect the receiver to the mic input of a camera, recorder or mixer with the supplied 3.5mm TRS cable; or connect it to a smartphone, tablet, or computer with the other adapter cables (sold separately).

9. You are ready to record.

NOTE:

1. If a certain transmitter of BlinkS00 ProX B2 failed to pair, please turn off the paired transmitter, and then re-pair the unpaired transmitter and receiver.
2. Due to 2.4GHz wireless frequency, signal can be easily attenuated. Please try to avoid obstacles, such as walls and buildings, and avoid close proximity to devices with 2.4GHz signal, such as high-power Wi-Fi antennas, radios, etc.

Packing Contents

Blink500 ProX B1

• 1 x uBlink500 ProX TX Transmitter
• 1 x Blink500 ProX RX Receiver
• 1 x Blink500 ProX B1BOX Charging Case
• 1 x Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (with Foam Windscreen and Mic Clip)
• 1 x Fur Windshield for Built-in Microphone
• 1 x Type-C Charging Cable
• 1 x 3.5mm TRS to 3.5mm TRS Output Cable for Cameras

Blink500 ProX B2

• 2 x Blink500 ProX TX Transmitter
• 1 x Blink500 ProX RX Receiver
• 1 x Blink500 ProX B2BOX Charging Case
• 2 x Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (with Foam Windscreen and Mic Clip)
• 2 x Fur Windshield for Built-in Microphone
• 1 x 3.5mm TRS to 3.5mm TRS Output Cable for Cameras

Other Adapter Cable (Sold Separately)

3.5mm TRS Male Jack to Lightning Audio Adapter Cable (SR-C2000) 3.5mm TRS Male Jack to Type-C Audio Adapter Cable (SR-C2001) 3.5mm TRS Female Jack to Type-C Audio Adapter Cable (SR-C2003) 3.5mm TRS Female Jack to Lightning Audio Adapter Cable (SR-C2018)

Specifications

Blink500 ProX TX/ Blink500 ProX RX

3.5mm TRS Output Jack
Battery Specifications| 3.7V/400mAh
Power Requirements| Built-in Li-ion Battery or Charging Contact or USB-C DC 5V
Buik-in Battery Life| TX/RX: Approx. 10 hours
Weight| TX: Approx. 1.04oz (29.5g)
RX: Approx. 1.08oz (30.5g)
Dimensions| TX/RX: 2.20x 1.49*0.61″ (56 x38 x 15.5mm)
Operating Temperature| 0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature| -10°C to 50°C

Blink500 ProX B1BOX/ Blink500 ProX B2BOX

B
B2BOX: 3000mAh
Box’s Charging Time| 81 BOX: < 3 hours B2BOX: < 3 hours
Charge Cycle Times for TX & RX| B1 BOX: 3 times
B2BOX: 2 times
Weight| B1 BOX: 6.98oz(198g)
B2BOX: 9.31oz(264g)
Dimensions| B1BOX: 4.84×3.91×1.51″ (123×99.5×38.5mm)
B2BOX: 6.49×3.91×1.51″ (165×99.5×38.5mm)
Operating Temperature| 0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature| .10°C to 50°C

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FCC Warning

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.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

IC Caution:
Radio Standards Specification RSS-Gen, issue 5
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
RF exposure statement:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

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