Audio Envoy, User Manual

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Page 2: ...al support and we are also always pleased to help users of our equipment whatever the application Audio Ltd Audio House Progress Road High Wycombe Bucks HP12 4JD U K Tel 44 0 1494 511711 Fax 44 0 1494 539600 email info audioltd com World Wide Web http www audioltd com Copyright 2001 Audio Limited Part no ENVOY 1 This guide was produced by Human Computer Interface Limited http www interface co uk ...

Page 3: ...ical specification 13 CXiR Diversity Receiver 14 Controls displays and connections 14 Setting up the CXiR 15 Technical specification 23 TX Blue Pocket Transmitter 24 Controls displays and connections 24 Setting up the TX Blue 25 Technical specification 28 HXiR Hand Held Transmitter 29 Controls displays and connections 29 Setting up the HXiR 32 Fitting the microphone capsule 38 ...

Page 4: ...n 40 MXiR Receiver 42 Controls displays and connections 42 Setting up the MXiR 43 External powering 48 Technical specification 49 AudiR Infra Red Controller 50 Installing AudiR 50 Running AudiR 51 Troubleshooting 57 Cable wiring diagrams 60 Index 65 ...

Page 5: ...uired an acclaimed reputation for reliability and transparent sound quality through our commitment to designing products with maximum input from the customer All of the products designed by us are a result of listening to our customers The Envoy Range The Envoy Range of radio microphone system components eliminates all mechanical switching by using infra red remote control This allows you to chang...

Page 6: ...Introduction 88 6 M e n u O K TX Blue HXiR MXiR Envoy Envoy CXiR Receivers Transmitters SwitchiR Camera ...

Page 7: ... with a range of high quality interchangeable microphone capsules from the Schoeps Colettte range CXiR A multi frequency UHF infra red controlled true diversity receiver designed to interface with the internal slot in several widely used camcorders It can also be mounted externally and used as a portable receiver for documentary and ENG purposes MXiR A multi frequency UHF infra red controlled non ...

Page 8: ...n In effect the Scan function acts like a portable spectrum analyser dedicated to the receiver being addressed Diversity reception When electromagnetic waves are radiated by a moving transmitter the receiver picks up reflected signals from surrounding structures as well as the directly radiated signal These reflected signals combine with the direct signal and in the case where the combining signal...

Page 9: ...ee broadcast quality audio signal indistinguishable from a line microphone Selecting frequencies The Envoy Range provides a choice of 32 pre programmed operating frequencies within a 24MHz block in the 470MHz to 1000MHz range This allows you to select a frequency appropriate to the location The AudiR Palm OS application can be used in conjunction with the CXiR and MXiR receivers to accurately loca...

Page 10: ...e or change its settings In addition it includes a convenient built in 9V battery tester M e n u O K Controls V V FREQUENCY MHz Fr Display Scroll buttons Menu On button 9V battery tester Infra red port _ OK button Infra red port Point the infra red port at the front of the SwitchiR directly at the infra red port of the transmitter or receiver keeping the SwitchiR within 30cm of the port CHAPTER 2 ...

Page 11: ...eature The SwitchiR will switch off if no buttons are pressed within 30 seconds to conserve battery life The SwitchiR will also switch off automatically if the menu button is kept pressed for more than 50 seconds for example while the SwitchiR is in a pocket or bag Using SwitchiR Full instructions for using SwitchiR with each of the products in the Envoy Range are given in the appropriate chapter ...

Page 12: ...eiver battery level For receivers the receiver battery level alternates with a transmitter battery status indicator H high L low or F fail Int Batt Displays the battery voltage of the SwitchiR internal battery If this falls below 5 00V the internal battery should be replaced 9V Batt Allows you to test a 9V 6LR61 type battery by holding it against the two metal terminals on the side of the SwitchiR...

Page 13: ...he infra red port on a transmitter or receiver until power is disconnected and reapplied Off Press OK to turn a transmitter off Not available for receivers Technical specification Size 65 x 30 x 11mm 17mm at battery end Weight 40g including battery Battery type 6V PX28L Lithium or equivalent ...

Page 14: ...apter fitted with the six pin Lemo socket is available allowing the CXiR to be used externally with camcorders that do not provide a built in wireless microphone receiver slot Also the CXiR can be used as a portable documentary or ENG receiver All settings can be read or changed via infra red control using the SwitchiR Controls displays and connections Top panel Antenna 2 RX2 yellow Antenna 1 Infr...

Page 15: ...transmitter battery is low and needs replacing No Signal indicator red Indicates that no carrier signal is being received from the transmitter such as when the transmitter is switched off or set to an incorrect frequency Setting up the CXiR To set up the CXiR in conjunction with a suitable transmitter such as the HXiR or TX Blue Fit the receiver into the camera Connect the RX1 and RX2 antennae Set...

Page 16: ... below Mounting the receiver into the camera To mount the CXiR receiver in the wireless microphone receiver slot on the camcorder Remove the plate covering the receiver slot on the camcorder Fit the appropriate cover plate on the CXiR receiver Rubber faced gasket Ensure that the plate is oriented correctly Slide the cover plate gently towards the top of the receiver ...

Page 17: ...X2 Connect the straight antenna to one socket and the right angled antenna to the other socket Selecting the operating frequency You can check or change the operating frequency of the CXiR receiver via infra red control using the SwitchiR To check the CXiR frequency Press MENU The display shows FREQUENCY MHz Fr Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red window on the receiver and press OK ...

Page 18: ...red channel or frequency is displayed For example CHANNEL 32 Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the receiver and press OK If the command was received correctly the display will show the new frequency For example FREQUENCY Rx MHz 857 950 Otherwise the display will show Error Repeat the above steps if an error message is displayed moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra red p...

Page 19: ...xRx AF Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the receiver and press OK The display will show the current output level setting for example AF LEVEL Rx 07 dB To change the receiver output level Press the OK button The AF level display will flash Press the a or v button to step between the available output level settings until the required output level is displayed For example AF...

Page 20: ...t Checking the DC power status To check the status of the receiver s DC power Press MENU Press a three times until the display shows TxRx BAtt Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the receiver and press OK The display will show the DC voltage Rx 11 9 v If the associated transmitter is on while the DC status is being checked the display will alternate between the receiver s DC...

Page 21: ... by the yellow RX1 and RX2 indicators on the top of the unit The red No Signal indicator will be lit if the corresponding HXiR or TX Blue transmitter is not switched on or is set to the incorrect frequency The amber Low TX Battery indicator will be lit if the TX battery goes low External powering A number of different cables and accessories are available from Audio Limited to allow the CXiR receiv...

Page 22: ... mixer or a camcorder without an integral wireless microphone receiver slot In this case the receiver can be mounted onto the camera with an appropriate bracket available from Audio Limited Adapters are available separately to allow you to modify a CXiR for use with a different camcorder To change the adapter unscrew the four screws on the side of the unit at the base with a slotted screwdriver Sl...

Page 23: ...requency response 50Hz to 18kHz 1dB THD 0 2 typical Signal to noise ratio 96dB to over 104dB External power 7 18V DC 150 55mA Antenna connector 2xSMA Output connector 6 pin LEMO Interchangeable module 15 pin D type Sony 25 pin D type Ikegami 44 pin D type Philips Size 98 x 60 x 18mm Weight 150g Operating temperature 20C to 55 C range Compliant to ETS 300422 EN 300445 CE FCC ...

Page 24: ... for use with a wide range of lapel microphones Controls displays and connections Top panel 01 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Antenna Gain On F1 Off F2 Overload red Audio input LF cut Audio input Allows a microphone or line level input to be connected LF cut Gives approximately 6dB LF cut at 50Hz to assist in the reduction of wind noise ...

Page 25: ...eight gain options when used with standard microphones 0 gives minimum gain and each position increases the gain by approximately 4dB giving a total of 30dB of adjustment Position 8 and 9 provide line level input to 600Ω impedance Overload indicator red Indicates that the low distortion overload limiter is operating Setting up the TX Blue To set up the TX Blue in conjunction with a CXiR Fit the ba...

Page 26: ...tray and replace the tray Do not use excessive force _ _ An electronic resettable fuse protects the transmitter from reverse powering A Low TX Battery indicator is provided on the CXiR Receiver External powering The transmitter can also be externally powered by a number of different cables available from Audio Limited The external DC power must not exceed 12V or damage will occur Selecting the ope...

Page 27: ...e or line level input to the six pin Lemo connector Both positive and negative bias voltages are provided enabling the majority of electret lavalier microphones to be used with the TX Blue A number of different input cables are avilable from Audio Limited to allow dynamic T powered and 48V phantom powered microphones to be used with the transmitter Setting the microphone gain The microphone gain c...

Page 28: ...ol range 30dB in 8 steps plus 2 steps for 600Ω line input Maximum input level 6dBm position 7 6dBm position 8 600Ω Frequency response 50Hz to 18kHz 1dB THD 0 1 at working levels 0 3 at gain position 7 with 6dBm input in overload Battery 9V IEC 6LR61 Alkaline Battery life More than 6 hours Size 87 x 60 x 21mm Weight 115g Operating temperature 20 C to 55 C range Compliant to ETS 300422 EN 300445 CE ...

Page 29: ...chiR The HXiR can be used with a range of microphone capsules from the Schoeps Colette series and features a robust ergonomic design with a microphone suspension designed to minimise handling noise Controls displays and connections Windshield Can be unscrewed to access the microphone capsule Microphone capsule Any capsule from the Schoeps Colette range can be used with the HXiR transmitter There a...

Page 30: ...Transmitter 88 30 AA Coloured identification button Microphone capsule Windshield Transmitter body Coloured identification ring Infra red port On button On Overload indicator Battery compartment with integral antenna ...

Page 31: ...er On button Switches the microphone on To prevent the microphone from accidentally being switched off during use the HXiR can only be switched off by using the SwitchiR or by briefly disconnecting the battery On Overload indicator The ring above the battery compartment glows red while the HXiR is switched on but will flash off to indicate an overload if the microphone experiences a loud signal Ba...

Page 32: ...ency cut filter Check the battery status These steps are explained below Fitting the battery Open the battery compartment by gripping the cover and sliding it gently away from the body of the HXiR Fit the battery with the positive terminal uppermost and close the battery cover until it clicks shut Do not twist or turn the battery cover Removing the battery The battery can easily be removed by push...

Page 33: ...battery compartment and briefly disconnecting the battery Select the operating frequency You can check or change the operating frequency of the HXiR via infra red control using the SwitchiR To check the frequency Press MENU The display shows FREQUENCY MHz Fr Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the HXiR and press OK The display shows the current frequency for example FREQUENC...

Page 34: ...he command was received successfully the display will show the new set frequency For example FREQUENCY Tx MHz 857 950 Otherwise it will show Error Repeat the above steps if an error message is displayed moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra red port Setting the gain The steps between 0 9 gain settings are approximately 3 to 4dB Set the gain position so that the Overload indicator does not flash ...

Page 35: ... will flash the level setting Press a or v to step between gain settings 0 9 until the required gain setting is displayed For example AF LEVEL Tx 9 Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK If the command was received correctly the display will show the new gain setting For example AF LEVEL Tx 9 Otherwise the display shows Error Repeat the previous ste...

Page 36: ...e front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK The current LF cut filter setting is displayed for example Tx OFF To change the filter setting Press OK again The current setting will flash Press a or v to toggle between ON or OFF until the required setting is displayed Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the transmitter and press OK If the com...

Page 37: ... port on the transmitter and press OK The display will show the current battery status Tx 1 25v The battery level can also be checked from the receiver see the appropriate instructions for the receiver Infra red disable You can protect the HXiR from an accidental change of settings such as in a live performance by disabling the infra red port on the transmitter This will prevent all communication ...

Page 38: ... an Error display this is not a fault Fitting the microphone capsule The HXiR transmitter uses high quality interchangeable condensor capsules from the Schoeps Colette range The HXiR is compatible with the full range of capsules and accessories in this range The capsule mounting has been specially designed by Rycote to minimise the handling noise To fit a capsule Unscrew the metal windscreen from ...

Page 39: ...wer to be radiated from the integral antenna in the battery compartment Holding the HXiR over the battery compartment will impair the range of the transmitter and should be avoided The frequency gain and LF status setting will be retained even if the battery is removed from the transmitter An external foam windshield is available from Audio Limited ...

Page 40: ...40dB in 10 steps Frequency response 50Hz to 18kHz 1dB excluding capsule THD 0 2 typical Battery 1 5V AA cell IEC LR6 Alkaline Battery life Typically 2 5 hours with an alkaline battery 7 hours with a lithium battery Available capsules A02S bright omni AC4 cardioid AC4A cardioid for vocal use Length 235mm Diameter 35 22mm reducing to 18mm at base Weight 130g Operating temperature 20 C to 55 C range ...

Page 41: ...HXiRHand Held Transmitter 88 41 Compliant to ETS 300422 EN 300445 CE FCC 0885 ...

Page 42: ...nfra red control using the SwitchiR Controls displays and connections Top panel Antenna No Signal red Low Battery RX green TX red Infra red port Audio output On Off Audio output Provides balanced microphone level and adjustable headphone outputs On Off Switches the power on or off The output cable includes a link which disconnects power when the Lemo plug is removed in which case the switch can be...

Page 43: ...ed such as when the transmitter is switched off or set to an incorrect frequency Antenna SMA socket to which the antenna is connected Infra red port Receives commands from and transmits status information back to the SwitchiR infra red controller Setting up the MXiR To set up the MXiR in conjunction with a HXiR or TX Blue transmitter Fit the battery or connect the unit to external power Connect th...

Page 44: ...ery tray Insert a 9V 6LR61 type alkaline battery taking care to observe the polarity printed on the base of the battery compartment _ _ Replace the battery compartment taking care to align it so that the contacts are aligned with the terminals inside the receiver and press it into place until the release buttons click locked Selecting the frequency To check the MXiR frequency Press MENU The displa...

Page 45: ...through the 32 frequencies read from the receiver until the required channel or frequency is displayed For example CHANNEL 32 Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the receiver and press OK If the command was received correctly the display will show the new frequency For example FREQUENCY Tx MHz 857 950 Otherwise the display will show Error Repeat the above steps if an error m...

Page 46: ...F LEVEL TxRx AF Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra red port on the receiver and press OK The display will show the current output level for example AF LEVEL Rx 07 dB To change the receiver output level Press the OK button The AF level display will flash Press the a or v button to step between the available output level settings until the required output level is displayed For example A...

Page 47: ... microphone output level If the headphone monitoring is utilised simultaneously with the microphone output connected then care should be taken not to adjust the levels as the level control will effect both outputs The headphone output level is adjusted in the same manner as the microphone output level using the SwitchiR Checking the power status To check the status of the receiver s DC power Press...

Page 48: ...scription H high Indicates good L low Indicates low Replace as soon as possible F failed Transmitter will not function correctly Indicators during correct operation The red No Signal indicator will be lit if the corresponding HXiR or TX Blue transmitter is not switched on or is set to the incorrect frequency External powering A number of different cables and accessories are available from Audio Li...

Page 49: ...itivity 98dBm for 40dB SINAD Frequency response 50Hz to 18kHz 1dB THD 0 2 typical Signal to noise ratio 96dB to over 104dB External power 7 12V DC Battery 9V PP3 IEC 6LR61 Alkaline Antenna connector SMA Output connector 6 pin LEMO Size 110 x 60 x 18mm Weight 170g Operating temperature 20 C to 55 C range Compliant to ETS 300422 EN 300445 CE FCC ...

Page 50: ...ons provided by the SwitchiR infra red controller AudiR also provides many advanced features such as a frequency scan Installing AudiR AudiR is available for free download from the Audio Limited Web site at http www audioltd com After downloading and if necessary unzipping the file audir prc install the file by moving it to your Files to Install folder and then HotSyncing your Palm organiser in th...

Page 51: ...n the Palm organiser with the infra red port on the iR transmitter or receiver and tap the Get Data button While the data is being received the following dialog box is displayed The Status screen will then show the status information For a receiver or transmitter this gives a model type serial number active channel active frequency PLL status and battery voltage ...

Page 52: ... For a transmitter it also shows the microphone gain and LF cut status Tap the to the right of the Active Freq AF Atten or Mic Gain lines as a shortcut for displaying the Frequencies or Edit screen To display a AudiR screen Tap the screen on the AudiR menu On each screen Tap the Clear button to clear the data read from the transmitter or receiver ...

Page 53: ... list of the frequencies and channel numbers available on the device being programmed with the current frequency highlighted and allows you to change the frequency Tap the frequency you want to use and tap Update to update the transmitter or receiver Device Info Displays device specific information about the product being addressed ...

Page 54: ... SwitchiR User Id function AF Atten receiver only Allows you to adjust the AF attenuation from 0dB to 32dB Mic Gain transmitter only Allows you to set the microphone gain between 0 and 9 where each step corresponds to approximately 3dB LF cut transmitter only Allows you to enable or disable the low frequency cut In each case click the Update button to send the new settings to the device Tx Off tra...

Page 55: ...abled any further use of the SwitchiR will result in an error message If the infra red has been disabled the only way to enable it is to interrupt the power to the device Plot Shows a continuous plot of the signal strength for each of the two diversity receivers This allows you to see the effect of transmitter position on the received signal strength for evaluating the range and positioning receiv...

Page 56: ...AudiRInfra Red Controller 88 56 Scan Plots a frequency scan to allow you to evaluate the amount of interference on the chosen frequency ...

Page 57: ...lluminated Check the supply to the receiver Check the receiver has the correct adapter for the camera it is being used with and that the CXiR is correctly orientated with the indicators facing the rear of the camera If the receiver is fitted into the receiver slot of the camera check that it is seated firmly in position Fault No Signal indicator is on Check that the associated transmitter is switc...

Page 58: ...ivers are mixed this could result in an incorrect indication Fault Switching indicators for RX1 RX2 staying on one side Check the antennae on the receiver Fault No audio Check that the No Signal indicator is off Check that the transmitter gain position switch is set correctly in the range 0 7 for an electret dynamic microphone and 8 9 for the line level input Check the microphone on the transmitte...

Page 59: ...hear the vision buzz Wideband interference will have the effect of reducing the range but without the usual interfering effect such as noise If possible check the transmitter with another receiver set to the same frequency and vice versa to isolate the faulty unit If several systems are being used simultaneously ensure that the frequency combination has been chosen for intermodulation free perform...

Page 60: ...88 60 CHAPTER 9 Cablewiring diagrams Receiver RK 2 output cable 101 490 1 2 3 2 6 4 3 1 5 XLR 3 pin plug viewed from solder side Lemo 6 pin plug viewed from solder side ...

Page 61: ... 6 4 3 1 4 2 3 1 5 XLR 3 pin plug viewed from solder side Lemo 6 pin plug viewed from solder side Hirose 4 pin plug viewed from solder side Transmitter line microphone input cable 900 018 XLR 3 pin socket viewed from solder side 1 2 3 2 6 4 3 1 5 Lemo 6 pin plug viewed from solder side ...

Page 62: ...cket 2 6 4 3 1 5 Lemo 6 pin plug viewed from solder side Receiver RK 2 output and Betacam power cable 900 101 1 2 3 2 6 4 3 1 4 2 3 1 5 XLR 3 pin plug viewed from solder side Lemo 6 pin plug viewed from solder side Hirose 4 pin plug viewed from solder side Voltage Regulator 12V ...

Page 63: ...ceiver output regulated DC and 30dB pad for Betacam 900 140 1 2 3 2 6 4 3 1 4 2 3 1 5 XLR 3 pin plug viewed from solder side Lemo 6 pin plug viewed from solder side Hirose 4 pin plug viewed from solder side 12V Regulated 30dB PAD ...

Page 64: ...REEN BLUE SCREEN BLACK SCREEN SCREEN BLUE WHITE SCREEN GREEN SCREEN RED SCREEN Sennheiser MKE2 R Tram TR50 ve power Tram TR50 ve power Sanken COS 11pt Countryman EMW AKG CK 97 0 2 6 4 3 1 5 2 6 4 3 1 5 2 6 4 3 1 5 2 6 4 3 1 5 2 6 4 3 1 5 2 6 4 3 1 5 2 6 4 3 1 5 2 6 4 3 1 5 RED SCREEN GREEN µ47 CAPACITOR Plugs are viewed from the solder side VT500 VT506 2 6 4 3 1 5 ...

Page 65: ... CXiR diversity receiver 7 14 checking DC power status 20 connecting the antennae 17 controls displays and connections 14 external powering 21 indicators 21 mounting into the camera 16 mounting options 22 selecting the operating frequency 17 setting the output level 19 technical specification 23 D diversity reception 8 ...

Page 66: ...ting the operating frequency 33 setting the gain 34 setting the low frequency cut filter 36 switching on 33 technical specification 40 M MXiR receiver 7 42 checking power status 47 controls displays and connections 42 external powering 48 fitting the battery 44 headphone output level 47 indicators 48 selecting the frequency 44 setting the output level 46 technical specification 49 ...

Page 67: ...mitter 40 MXiR receiver 49 SwitchiR 13 TX Blue pocket transmitter 28 troubleshooting 57 TX Blue pocket transmitter 7 24 connecting the antenna 27 connecting the audio input 27 controls displays and connections 24 external powering 26 fitting the battery 26 selecting the operating frequency 26 setting the microphone gain 27 technical specification 28 W wiring diagrams 60 ...

Page 68: ... the applicable requirements of EU Directive 1999 5 EC and is CE marked accordingly Article 3 1a EN60950 used to show compliance with LDV 73 23 EEC Article 3 1b ETS 300 445 used to show compliance with EMC Directive 89 336 EEC Article 3 2 Conformity was assessed via Annex IV using a Technical Construction File examined by Notified Body 0885 Cambridge Test Measurements Ltd EN 300 422 used to show c...

Page 69: ...l the applicable requirements of EU Directive 1999 5 EC and is CE marked accordingly Article 3 1a EN60950 used to show compliance with LDV 73 23 EEC Article 3 1b ETS 300 445 used to show compliance with EMC Directive 89 336 EEC Article 3 2 Conformity was assessed via Annex IV using a Technical Construction File examined by Notified Body 0885 Cambridge Test Measurements Ltd EN 300 422 used to show ...

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