Saramonic Blink500T4 2.4GHz Four Channel Wireless Microphone System User Manual

: August 18, 2024
: Saramonic

Table of Contents

Saramonic Blink500T4 2.4GHz Four Channel Wireless Microphone System
Introduction
Features
Product Structure
Blink500T4 RX Wireless Receiver
Operation Guide
Troubleshooting
In the Box
Other Adapter Cables (sold separately)
Specifications
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Saramonic Blink500T4 2.4GHz Four Channel Wireless Microphone System

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

Cautions

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

Introduction

The Saramonic Blink500T4, a four-channel wireless microphone system, has four sound sources miked up simultaneously with ease. The audio of four tracks is able to be separately output by the receiver at the same time, which is enough for audio post-production. Also, the receiver supports Mono and Stereo output.

The transmitter features high-performance noise cancellation, which is available for improving the recording effect in a noisy environment. You can choose to use the transmitter with the 3.5mm external lava lier microphone or its built-in omnidirectional microphone as your needs.

This kit can record multiple sound sources for 4-person performances, conferences, speeches, podcasts, vlogging, mobile journalism, and more. It is compatible with cameras, recorders, mixers, smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc.

The Blink500T4 operates on the 2.4GHz spectrum and automatically hops to free channels to avoid static noise and audio dropouts.

Features

Up to 100 meters of wireless transmission
High-performance noise cancellation algorithms – 48kHz HD audio format retained
Wide-range 20-20,000Hz frequency response – deliver exceptional high-quality sound
Up to 11 hours of operating time for a transmitter
Mixed or Separate four-channel audio output setting
Receiver’s 3.5mm headphone output – monitor your audio in real-time

Product Structure

Blink500T4 TX Wireless Transmitter

Built-in Microphone
Power Button
Function| Operation
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Power ON/OFF| Press and hold for 2 seconds
Mute ON/OFF| Press
Pair| Press and hold for 5 seconds in the shutdown mode
Status Indicator
Status| Indic a t o r
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Power ON| Blue light on for 1 second
Unpaired| Blinks blue rapidly (per second)
Pairing| Blinks blue 3 times rapidly
Pair i ng S u ccessfully| Static blue light
Mute ON| Blinks red rapidly (every half second)
Noise Cancellation ON| Static green light
Noise Cancellation OFF| Green light off
Maximum/ Mi n imum Ga i n| Blinks blue twice rapidly
Low Battery| Blinks red slowly (every 2 seconds)
Charging| Static red light
Fully Charged| Static blue light

Note : Please charge the transmitter in time when in a low battery status, or it will auto shut off within 10 mins.

+- I NC Button
- Press +/- button to adjust mic gain (totally 7 levels). The setting is retained even after the power is turned off.
  Note : By default, the mic gain is at the second level after a reboot if the transmitter’s gain is set at a minimum before shutting down.
- Press and hold or continuously press”+”/”-” to adjust mic gain to maximum/ minimum level, the indicator blinks blue twice rapidly.
- Press the NC button (press both”+” and”-” buttons at the same time) to turn on/off noise cancellation. Default setting is off.
Mic in Jack
It can be connected to a 3.5mm TRS microphone, such as the included lava lier microphone.
Belt Clip
USB-C Charging Port (DC SV)
Use the supplied USB-C charging cable to charge the unit.

Blink500T4 RX Wireless Receiver

Power Button
Function| Operation
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Power ON/OFF| Press and hold for 2 seconds
Mute ON/OFF| Press
Pair| Press and hold for 5 seconds in the shutdown mode
Status Indicator
Status| Indicator
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Power ON| Blue light on for 1 second
Unpaired| Blinks blue rapidly (per second)
Pairing| Blinks blue 3 times rapidly

Pairing Successfully

| Static blue (4 channels off)
Static green (4 channels on)
Mute ON| Blinks red rapidly (every half second)
Low Battery| Blinks red slowly (every 2 seconds)
Charging| Static red light
Fully Charged| Static blue light

Note: Please charge the receiver in time when in a low battery status, or it will auto shut off within 10 mins.

Output Mode Toggle
Slide up or down to switch the mode between mixed audio output and independent audio output for four channels.
USB-C Charging Port (DC SV)
Use the supplied USB-C charging cable to charge the unit.
3.5mm Headphones Output
Connect headphones for audio monitoring.
LINE OUT Jack
Connect the RX to a DLSR camera, smartphone, computer, mixer or amplifier with the appropriate output cable.
Belt Clip

Operation Guide

Press and hold the power buttons for 2 seconds to turn on the receiver and the transmitter(s).
Pairing
The transmitter(s) and receiver are paired by default. If they are disconnected, please follow the below steps:
Press and hold the power button of transmitter(s) and receiver for 5 seconds in shutdown mode to make them enter the pairing state. Their status indicators would blink blue 3 times rapidly.
Transmitter(s) and receiver will be successfully paired within 10 seconds. Their status indicators would turn static blue.
The receiver can be paired with up to four transmitters. If the four-channel output was off, the audio would be output in mono. If the four-channel output was on, the audio of four channels would be output independently via a 4-in-1 audio cable. Or the audio would be output in stereo via a 3.5mm TRRRS to 3.5mm TRS/ TRRS audio cable, where signals from transmitters 1 and 3 would be recorded to the left channel, and signals from transmitters 2 and 4 would be recorded to the right channel. (The numbers are the transmitter’s pairing order.)
You are ready to record.

NOTE

In order to avoid channel preemption during multi-channel recording, please set up the receiver first, and then pair the transmitters with it in turn.
If a certain transmitter of Blink500T4 failed to pair, please turn off the paired transmitter, and then reconnect the unpaired transmitter and receiver.
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.
Whether the four-channel output mode is on or off, the monitoring jack outputs audio in mono.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter problems when using the unit, please refer to the following checklist before contacting technical support. If the problem cannot be solved, please contact the dealer’s after-sales service department.
If there is no sound from the unit or no sound when connected to an external device

Make sure the receiver is well connected to your device properly.
Make sure the audio cable used is right.
Make sure the gain and volume are not turned to a minimum.
Make sure the transmitter(s) is not muted.

If sound of the unit is too low or too loud or even distorted

Adjust the mic gain and find the most suitable level for recording in the current situation to improve the recording effect.
If you are recording in noisy environment, it is recommended to enable noise cancellation to improve the recording effect.

Current noise or other abnormal noise appears during monitoring
Make sure there is no interference near the unit. If the noise still exists after changing the unit’s position, please contact our customer service.
The operating range of the unit is limited and the sound is frequently intermittent
Make sure there is no interference between the transmitter(s) and receiver. If the intermittent sound still occurs frequently, please contact our customer service.

In the Box

4x Blink500T4 TX Transmitter
1 x Blink500T4 RX Receiver
4x SR-M1 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (with Foam Windscreen and Mic Clip)
1 x 3.5 mm TRRRS to 3.5 mm TRS Output Cable for Camera
1 x 3.5 mm TRRRS to 3.5 mm TRRS Output Cable for Smartphone
1 x 3.5 mm TRRRS Male to Four 3.5 mm TRS Male Output Cable
2x USB-A to Triple Head USB-C Charging Cable
1 x Carrying Case