OMNITRONIC E2 Wireless Microphone System User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- OMNITRONIC
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E2-E4-Wireless Microphone System
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D00137086, version 1.0, publ. 17/03/2022
Introduction
Welcome to Omnitronic! Thank you for choosing one of our products.
This user manual will show you how to install and operate the wireless
microphone system. Users of this product are recommended to carefully read
all warnings in this manual and on the unit in order to protect yourself and
others from damage.
Please save this document for future needs and pass it on to further owners.
1.1 Product features
- UHF PLL microphone systems with 2 or 4 channels
- License free and future-proof in large parts of the EU
- Available in frequency ranges 823-832 MHz and 512-534 MHz
- Parallel operation of up to 12 transmission channels is possible without any interference
- Easy operation
- XLR channel outputs and 6.3 mm jack mix output
- Microphones with color indication
- Pocket transmitters can be ordered separately
- Delivery includes mounting brackets for rack installation, power adapter and jack cable
1.2 Package contents
- Power adapter
- Rod antennas
- Audio cable
- Rack brackets with screws
Safety Instructions
- Please read these operating instructions carefully before using the product. They contain important information for the correct use of your product. Please keep them for future reference.
- The wireless microphone systems of the E series consist of dynamic hand-held microphones with integrated transmitter which serve for wireless signal transmission to the receiving unit. The transmission range is approx. 60 m and depends on the local conditions. The system is available with 2 or 4 channels and up to 12 different transmission frequencies. Due to the color code it can easily be recognized which microphone operates with the respective receiver. Matching pocket transmitters are available as accessories.
- These products are intended for use in the EU. The operation is license-free in Germany but is subject to restrictions in certain areas (status as of 2020): 518-534 MHz: AT, BE, LV, LT, RO, SE, GB, MT 823-832 MHz: AT, CZ, LT, LV, SK, RO, GB Prior to use, make sure that the desired frequencies are approved and legal in your country. Consult your national authority for possible requirements.
- Only use the product according to the instructions given herein, to avoid accidental injury or damage.
- We do not assume any liability for material and personal damage caused by improper use or non-compliance with these operating instructions. In such cases, the warranty/guarantee will be null and void.
- Unauthorized rebuilds or modifications of the product are not permitted for reasons of safety and render the warranty invalid.
- To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open any part of the product. Only connect the product to a proper wall socket that complies with the product specification voltage. Run the mains cable in such a way that it cannot be tripped over.
- This product is intended for indoor use only. Protect it from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture, flammable gases, vapors and solvents. The recommended temperature range is -5 to +45 °C.
- Do not touch the power cord and connectors with wet hands as it may cause electric shock.
- Cleaning of the product is limited to the surface. Make sure that moisture does not come into contact with any areas of the terminal connections or mains voltage control parts. Only wipe off the product with a dry, lint-free cloth. Before cleaning, disconnect the product from the mains.
- If this product is no longer working properly or is visibly damaged, take it out of operation and consult your local dealer. Do not attempt to repair the product yourself.
- Handle the product with care; it can be damaged by impacts, blows, or accidental falls, even from a low height.
- This product is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets. Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly.
- Do not try to short-circuit, recharge, disassemble or heat batteries (danger of explosion!). Remove the batteries if the device is not used for a longer period of time. Damaged/leaking batteries may cause harm to your skin–use safety gloves.
Operating Elements and Connections
3.1 E2 Receiver
No | Element | Function |
---|---|---|
1 | Receiver channel A | |
2 | Receiver channel B | |
3 | Power switch | Switches the receiver on and off. The adjacent power |
indicator lights up when the receiver is powered on.
4| Level controls| Control for the audio signal of the respective channel at
the rear outputs.
5| Status indicators| AF: Lights up when an audio signal from the microphone
is received.
RF: Indicates an existing connection to the microphone.
6| Antenna inputs| To connect the antennas provided.
7| Power input| Plug in the connection cable of the supplied power adapter
here.
8| Cable grip| For the power cable.
9| Mixed output| Unbalanced 6.3 mm jack for the output of the master signal of
all channels. For connection to a microphone or line input of a mixeror
amplifier.
10| Channel outputs| Balanced XLR outputs for the output signal from the
respective channel. For connection to balanced microphone inputs of a mixer or
amplifier.
3.2 E4 Receiver
No.| Element|
---|---|---
1| Receiver channel A|
2| Receiver channel B|
3| Receiver channel C|
4| Receiver channel D|
5| Power switch| Switches the receiver on and off. The adjacent power
indicator lights up when the receiver is powered on.
6| Level controls| Control for the audio signal of the respective channel at
the rear outputs.
7| Status indicators| AF: Lights up when an audio signal from the microphone
is received.
RF: Indicates an existing connection to the microphone.
8| Antenna inputs| To connect the antennas provided.
9| Power input| Plug in the connection cable of the supplied power adapter
here.
10| Cable grip| For the power cable.
11| Mixed output| Unbalanced 6.3 mm jack for the output of the master signal
of all channels. For connection to a microphone or line input of a mixer or
amplifier.
12| Channel outputs| Balanced XLR outputs for the output signal from the
respective channel. For connection to balanced microphone inputs of a mixer or
amplifier.
3.3 Hand-held microphone and pocket transmitter
No. | Element | Function |
---|---|---|
1 | Battery indicator | Lights up shortly after switching on and flashes red |
when the batteries are exhausted.
2| Power switch| • lower position: off
• center position: mute
• upper position: on
3| Battery compartment| Insert two 1.5 V batteries here.
4| Antenna| To adjust the input sensitivity.
5| Battery indicator| Lights up when the capacity of the batteries is
sufficient.
6| Power switch| Switches the device on and off.
7| Microphone input| 3-pin mini XLR jack for connecting the included lavalier
microphone or the optional headset microphone.
8| Gain control
(inside battery compartment)| To adjust the input sensitivity.
9| Lavalier microphone| Condenser microphone with cardioid pick-up pattern.
Setup and Operation
4.1 Placing the receiver
- Place the receiver on an even surface and connect the antennas provided to the antenna jacks. Put the antennas upright in a V-shaped position. Please note that the antennas provided are suitable for use in good reception conditions. If more than one receiver is to be used, it may be better to use remote antennas and, if necessary, an antenna splitter.
- For 19″ rack installation (483 mm) screw on the two mounting brackets provided at the left and right sides of the housing. For rack mounting, the rod antennas can be attached to the front panel.
Notes
- In order to ensure sufficient cooling of the unit, air must always be able to flow freely through all air vents.
- Place the receiver at least 1 meter above the ground and not too close to lateral walls.
- Avoid sources of interference such as metal surfaces or electronic devices (e.g. computer, CD player).
- Ideally, position the receiving antennas at the height of the transmitter. When using multiple systems, do not allow antennas to cross or touch each other.
- For optimum reception, keep the transmitter at least 1 meter away from the receiver and avoid obstacles.
4.2 Connecting the receiver
-
Connect the receiver to the subsequent unit:
• The balanced XLR outputs of the individual channel outputs can be connected to a microphone input each of a mixer.
• Use the unbalanced 6.3 mm jack “MIX OUT” for the master signal of all receiving channels for connection to a microphone input or a highly sensitive line input via the connection cable provided. -
Finally, connect the power adapter to the power input of the receiver and the mains plug to a mains socket. Pass the cable through the cable grip. Use the receiver only with the supplied power adapter. Always disconnect the mains connector when you wish to change connections, move the unit to a different place or if it is not used for a longer period.
4.3 Hand-held microphone and pocket transmitter
- For operation, the hand-held microphone and the pocket transmitter require two 1.5 V AA batteries each. To access the battery compartment unscrew the lower part of the microphone and unfold the locking part. In case of the pocket transmitter, fold up the front cover. Insert two batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
- With new batteries, the devices can be operated for approx. 10 hours. If the power indicator does not light up after switching on or if it starts flashing, the batteries are exhausted and have to be replaced. Ifthe devices are not used for a longer period, please remove the batteries to prevent damage in case ofbattery leakage.
- Attach the pocket transmitter with the belt clip to your clothing or strap on your instrument. Connect the lavalier or headset microphone to the microphone input. The volume level of the pocket transmitter can be adjusted by changing the sensitivity with the gain control.
- The pocket transmitter’s volume level can be adjusted by changing the sensitivity with the gain control in the battery compartment. Use a small screwdriver to turn the selector switch to another position. Reduce the sensitivity if the volume of the transmitter signal is too high and thus distorted. Increase the sensitivity if the volume is too low and a poor S/N ratio results.
4.4 Operation
- Switch on the receiver and the microphones or pocket transmitters.
- After switching on the transmitters, a radio connection to the individual receiver module is set up. The RF reception indicators of the individual reception channels indicate that a connection exists to the corresponding transmitters.
- Switch on the following audio unit or advance the respective fader on the mixer. Speak into the microphones and match the output level of the individual reception channels to the input of the following unit with the volume controls. The AF indicators of the reception channels light up when an audio signal from the corresponding microphone is received.
- To mute a microphone during operation, set the sliding switch to the center position. Then no sound will be transmitted.
- After operation, switch off the receiver and do not forget to switch off the transmitters. Otherwise the batteries will be exhausted the next time they are used.
Problem Chart
Problem | Remedy |
---|---|
No power. | • Check connection cable of power unit and any extension cables. |
No sound; receiver RF indication does not light. | • Make sure transmitter and |
receiver are switched on.
• Check receiver battery indication to ensure that batteries are providing
power. Replace batteries if necessary.
• Make sure that receiver is in line of sight of transmitter. If necessary,
reduce distance between transmitter and receiver.
No receiver sound; receiver RF indication lights.| • Turn up the level on
receiver and/or pocket transmitter.
• Check for proper connection between transmitter and mixer/amplifier.
• Apply signal to transmitter and observe receiver’s RF indication. If it
lights up, the problem is elsewhere in the sound system.
Received signal is noisy or contains extraneous sounds with transmitter on.| •
Check transmitter’s battery indication to ensure that battery is providing
power.
• Remove local sources of HF interference, such as lighting equipment.
• Two transmitters may be operating on the same frequency. Locate and turn one
off.
• Signal may be too weak. If possible, move receiver closer to transmitter.
Noise from receiver with transmitter off.| • Remove local sources of HF
interference, such as lighting equipment.
• Reposition the receiver.
Momentary loss of sound as receiver is moved around performing area.| •
Reposition transmitter and perform another test and observe RF indication. If
audio drop-outs persist, mark dead spots in performing area and avoid them
during performance.
Protecting the Environment
Disposal of old equipment
When to be definitively put out of operation, take the product to a local
recycling plant for a disposal which is not harmful to the environment.
Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of as household waste.
Contact your retailer or local authorities for more information. Remove any
inserted batteries and dispose of them separately from the product.
You as the end user are required by law (Battery Ordinance) to return all used
batteries/rechargeable batteries. Disposing of them in the household waste is
prohibited. You may return your used batteries free of charge to collection
points in your municipality and anywhere where batteries/rechargeable
batteries are sold. By disposing of used devices and batteries correctly, you
contribute to the protection of the environment.
Technical Specifications
E2/E4
System:| Non-diversity, 2/4 channels
Carrier frequency:| 823.6 MHz/826.1, MHz/828.6 MHz/831.1 MHz 518.7 MHz/520.9
MHz/523.1 MHz/525.3 MHz/527.5 MHz/529.7 MHz/531.9 MHz/534.1 MHz
Coverage:| 60 m (with line-of-sight)
RF power output:| 10 mW
Modulation method:| FM
Frequency response:| 20 Hz – 20 kHz
S/N ratio:| 96 dB
Selectivity:| >90 dB
T.H.D.:| <0.1 % at 1 kHz
Audio outputs:| XLR, bal. and 6.3 mm jack, unbal.
Power supply:|
Receiver:| AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 6 W via supplied power unit
Microphone/Pocket transmitter:| 2 x 1.5 V battery, type AA
Battery life:| approx. 10 hours
Dimensions, weight:|
Receiver:| 206 x 195 x 45 mm (WxDxH), 1 kg
Microphone:| 52 x 252 mm (DxL), 205 g
Pocket transmitter:| 68 x 23 x 110 mm (WxDxH), 73 g
Specifications are subject to change without notice due to product
improvements.
7.1 Connector configuration
Item Numbers
8.1 Sets
E2 | E4 |
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823.6/826.1 MHz | No. 13063320 |
828.6/831.1 MHz | No. 13063321 |
527.5/529.7 MHz | No. 13063322 |
531.9/534.1 MHz | No. 13063323 |
8.2 Hand-held microphone, pocket transmitter
Frequency| Color code| Hand-held microphone| Pocket
transmitter
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823.6 MHz| Red| No. 13063345| No. 13063330
826.1 MHz| Orange| No. 13063346| No. 13063331
828.6 MHz| Yellow| No. 13063347| No. 13063332
831.1 MHz| Light gray| No. 13063348| No. 13063333
518.7 MHz| Purple| No. 13063349| No. 13063334
520.9 MHz| Mint| No. 13063350| No. 13063335
523.1 MHz| Mauve| No. 13063351| No. 13063336
525.3 MHz| Green| No. 13063352| No. 13063337
527.5 MHz| Blue| No. 13063353| No. 13063338
529.7 MHz| Gray| No. 13063354| No. 13063339
531.9 MHz| Pink| No. 13063355| No. 13063340
534.1 MHz| Black| No. 13063356| No. 13063341
8.3 Accessories
Items
No. 13063360| UHF-E Series Headset Microphone black
No. 13063362| UHF-E Series Headset Microphone skin-colored
No. 13063364| UHF-E Series Lavalier Microphone
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