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Rio Rancho, NM, USA www.lectrosonics.com 2 HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Table of Contents Digital Hybrid Wireless ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1 General Technical Description ..............................................................................................................................................................4 Digital Hybrid Wireless Technology ....................................................................................................................................................4 Microphone Capsules: ...........................................................................................................................................................................6 Mechanical Assembly ............................................................................................................................................................................6 Battery Installation .................................................................................................................................................................................7 IR Sync ....................................................................................................................................................................................................7 Control Panel ..........................................................................................................................................................................................7 Setup and Adjustments .........................................................................................................................................................................7 Powering On .........................................................................................................................................................................................7 Powering Off .........................................................................................................................................................................................8 Standby Mode .......................................................................................................................................................................................8 Power Menu ..........................................................................................................................................................................................8 Battery Condition ..................................................................................................................................................................................8 Navigating Menus and Screens ............................................................................................................................................................8 Input Gain Adjustment .........................................................................................................................................................................10 Programmable Switch Functions ........................................................................................................................................................11 Mic Capsule Adjustments ....................................................................................................................................................................12

(EXPERT LEVEL ADJUSTMENT) ......................................................................................................................................................12 Parts and Accessories .........................................................................................................................................................................13 Firmware Update ..................................................................................................................................................................................14 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................................16 Specifications .......................................................................................................................................................................................17 Service and Repair ...............................................................................................................................................................................19 Returning Units for Repair ..................................................................................................................................................................19 Consumer Alert for US Users - FCC Order DA 10-92 Most users do not need a license to operate this wireless microphone system. Nevertheless, operating this microphone system without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems, and these rules are subject to change. For more information, call the FCC at 1-888- CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCCs wireless microphone website at www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones. To operate wireless microphone systems at power greater than 50mW, you must qualify as a Part 74 user and be licensed. If you qualify and wish to apply for a license go to:

http://www.fcc.gov/Forms/Form601/601.html 3 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM General Technical Description Introduction Digital Hybrid Wireless Technology The HHa handheld transmitter uses state-of-the-art Digital Hybrid Wireless wireless technology, select-

able output power and a versatile microphone capsule mounting system to meet the needs of audio profes-

sionals and vocalists. The compandor-free Digital Hybrid audio chain pre-

serves the quality of the selected microphone capsule and delivers it to the sound and recording system without coloration. This superb audio performance and highly reliable RF transmission makes it ideally suited for high end stage and studio production. Digital Signal Processor The DSP encodes the digitized audio from the A-D converter and adds an ultrasonic pilot tone to control the receivers squelch in systems that use pilot tone. It also controls the input limiter and audio metering. Compatibility Modes The transmitter was designed to operate with Lectro-

sonics Digital Hybrid Wireless receivers and will yield the best performance when doing so. Along with pro-

viding peerless audio quality with wide frequency re-

sponse and dynamic range in Nu Digital hybrid mode, the technology used in the HHa includes compatibility modes for Lectrosonics Mode 3 and IFB receivers. All wireless links suffer from channel noise to some degree and all wireless microphone systems seek to minimize the impact of that noise on the desired signal. Conventional analog systems use compandors to increase the signal to noise ratio, at the cost of distor-

tion artifacts. Wholly digital systems defeat the noise by sending the audio information in digital form, at the cost of some combination of power, bandwidth or channel count. The Lectrosonics Digital Hybrid Wireless system over-

comes channel noise by digitally encoding the audio in the transmitter and decoding it in the receiver, yet still sending the encoded information via an analog FM wireless link. This proprietary algorithm is not a digital implementation of an analog compandor. Instead, it is a technique that can be accomplished only in the digital domain, even though the inputs and outputs are analog signals. Because it uses an analog FM link, the system enjoys all the benefits of conventional FM wireless systems, such as excellent range, efficient use of RF spectrum, and long battery life. However, unlike conventional FM systems, the design has eliminated the analog com-

pandor and its artifacts. Wide Deviation 75 kHz deviation is used in the Digital Hybrid and 200 Series compatibility modes to dramatically improve the capture ratio, signal to noise ratio and dynamic range of the wireless system. This, in conjunction with accurate input gain adjustment, produces outstanding audio quality that rivals a hard wired connection. Mic capsule Bias 5V Phantom Power

+7V Interface Input Amp Hi.Lo Pass Filter Audio A-D Converter D-A Converter Encoded Audio and Pilot Tone Filter Amp Digital Pot Audio Level 11001001 11001001 Digital Signal Processor Variable Switching Power Supply Shunt Limiter 3 V Battery Switching Power Supply Microprocessor LCD MENU/SEL BACK MUTE POWER l e n a P l o r t n o C Bicolor Modulation LEDs Reference Crystal Phase Locked Loop Reference Crystal Voltage Controlled Oscillator Final Amplifier 4 HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Pilot Tone Squelch Frequency Selection The benefit of the pilot tone squelch system is that the associated receiver will remain muted until it receives the pilot tone from the matching transmitter, even if a strong RF signal is present on the carrier frequency of the system. All Digital Hybrid Wireless transmitters use one of 256 different ultrasonic tones between 25 and 32 kHz in each standard frequency to operate the receiver squelch. The HHa is a wideband design that tunes across three standard bands (up to 76 MHz). The pilot tone frequen-

cy is determined by the selected operating frequency in 100 kHz steps. In other words, the same pilot tone is used for all four frequencies within each 100 kHz step of the tuning range. This preserves compatibility with earlier Digital Hybrid products that tune across a single frequency band (25.6 MHz). Input Gain Range and Limiter 45 dB range of input gain adjustment allows gain settings to accurately match the users voice and the varying sensitivity of different microphone capsules. A DSP-controlled analog audio limiter is employed be-

fore the A-D converter. The limiter has a range of more than 30 dB for excellent overload protection. A dual re-

lease envelope makes the limiter acoustically transpar-

ent while maintaining low distortion. It can be thought of as two limiters in series, a fast attack and release limiter followed by a slow attack and release limiter. The limiter recovers quickly from brief transients, with no audible side effects, and also recovers slowly from sustained high levels to keep audio distortion low while preserving short term dynamics. Long Battery Life Switching power supplies throughout the design al-

low over 5 hours of operation using two alkaline AA batteries. The battery compartment and contacts are designed to prevent rattle as the unit is handled. Menu-Driven Control A high-resolution LCD and control panel with mem-

brane switches provide access to the menu-driven setup. Transmitter RF power, high-pass filter, frequency selection, backlight timeout, mute or talkback functions and tuning modes are easily accessed. Wideband Tuning Range The transmitter can tune across bands of up to 76 MHz in either 100 kHz or 25 kHz steps. Operating frequency is normally selected using a receiver or analyzer to assess signals in the local en-

vironment to avoid interference. Once an interference-

free frequency is identified, the transmitter frequency is set to match the receiver. The LCD on the transmitter displays frequency in MHz and with a two character hex code that is used on most Lectrosonics receivers. Antenna A newly designed helical antenna allows the transmit-

ter to be held in any position, since the users hands have little or no effect on the RF output power. Microphone Capsules The transmitter is available from Lectrosonics with the HHC and HHVMC cardioid condenser capsules. Capsules from several other manufacturers are also available for use with the HH: those with a 1.25 x 28 thread pitch and three contact rings. Condenser or dynamic microphone heads can be used with the HH, depending on the users preference or the application. IR (infrared) Sync An IR Sync Port is used for quick setup with receivers that offer this feature. Settings for frequency, step size and compatibility mode are transferred from receiver to transmitter via the IR ports. Side Button Functions A programmable switch on the side of the housing can be configured as a mute/cough switch, to provide a talkback function, a power switch, or be disabled. The talkback function provides a communication channel when used with a receiver equipped with this feature, such as a Venue Wideband receiver with ap-

propriate firmware. When pressed and held in, the side switch re-directs the audio output to a different audio channel on the receiver. As soon as the switch is re-

leased, audio is returned to the program channel. The talkback function works only in the Digital Hybrid compatibility mode. USB Port for Firmware Updates Firmware updates are enabled by simply downloading a file and utility program from the Lectrosonics web site, connecting the transmitter to a computer via the USB port, and running the program. 5 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM A mic capsule is threaded onto the body of the transmitter in the direction shown. Do not overtighten it. Mechanical Assembly The lower housing opens by rotating it in the direction shown. After the threads are disengaged, pull the housing downward until it engages the detent that holds it open. The threaded interface is a 1.25 diameter opening with 28 threads per inch and three contact rings Microphone Capsules:

Lectrosonics offers two types of capsules. The HHC is the standard capsule and the HHVMC is the Variable Mic Capsule which includes adjustments for Bass, Midrange and Treble. Do not touch the contacts between the mic capsule and transmitter body. When necessary, the contacts can be cleaned with a cotton swab and alcohol. HHC Lectrosonics cardioid electret HHVMC Lectrosonics cardioid electret with VariMic preamp Along with these two models from Lectrosonics, a variety of different capsules with a common thread and electrical interface are available from the major microphone manufacturers. A list of compatible capsules is on the website at www. lectrosonics.com listed on the HH transmitter page. Capsule Installation Capsules are attached with a right-hand thread. To remove the windscreen from the mic capsule, line up the blue wrench (included with the capsule head) with the flat notches on the lower threaded area of the mic capsule. Align flats on the wrench with flats on the capsule.

*All product names are trademarks of their respective owners, which are in no way affiliated with Lectrosonics. 6 HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Battery Installation To insert batteries, close the eject lever and insert the upper contacts first (closest to the mic capsule). Polar-

ity is marked on the label in the bottom of the battery compartment. Control Panel Six membrane switches on the control panel are used to set up the transmitter by navigating the menus on the LCD and selecting the desired values. Close eject lever to install batteries UP/DOWN Buttons for Menu Item Selection Power Button Modulation LEDs To remove the batteries, pull the eject lever outward. The battery tips will move outward, making them easier to grasp. Pull eject lever outward to release batteries from contacts The contacts are very tight to prevent the batteries from rattling as the transmitter is being handled. IR Sync The IR SYNC (infrared sync) port is used with receiv-

ers that offer this feature. Settings stored in the receiv-

er for frequency, step size and compatibility mode are transferred to the transmitter via the infrared ports. To use this feature, open the housing on the transmitter to expose the control panel. Hold the transmitter near the receiver (less than 3 feet away) so the IR ports face each other. The transfer is triggered by a switch on the receiver. The LCD on the transmitter will display a message confirming that the settings were success-

fully transferred, or an error message that identifies the problem that occurred. IR Sync IR Sync OK COMPAT Mismatch IR Sync Port Enter Menu and Select Item Previous Screen Side Button Setup Switch Setup and Adjustments Powering On Press and hold the Power Button for several seconds until a countdown on the LCD is completed. The countdown from 1 through 3 will appear on the LCD, followed by a display of the model, firmware version, frequency band and compatibility mode. Hold for Rf On

...3 HHa 1.03 Band B1 IFB Mode When you release the button, the unit will be opera-

tional with the RF output turned on and the Main Window displayed. b 23 7 A 601.000

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-20 0 The Main Window NOTE: If the Power Button is released before the countdown is completed, the unit will boot up in the standby mode with the RF output turned off. 7 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM Powering Off Battery Condition Press and hold the Power Button (or the side button if it is configured for turning the power on and off) for several seconds and observe the LCD countdown progress from 3 to 1. The power will then be turned off. This can be done from any menu or screen. Powering O . 1 NOTE: If the Power Button is released before the countdown is completed, the unit will remain turned on and the LCD will return to the same screen or menu that was displayed previously. Standby Mode A brief push of the Power Button turns the unit on and places it into a standby mode (not transmitting). This allows the transmitter to be set up without the risk of creating interference for other wireless systems that are operating in the vicinity. A notice will appear briefly confirming that the RF out-

put of the transmitter is turned off, followed by the Main Window. The antenna symbol will blink as a reminder that the RF output is turned off. Rf Off b 23 7 A 601.000 MUTE

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-20 0 Symbol blinks when RF output is turned OFF Power Menu Resume Pwr Off Rf On?

Backlit When the transmitter is turned on, a brief push of the Power Button will reveal a menu allowing you to choose between Resume, Pwr Off, Rf On?, Backlit and About. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the menu items, then press the MENU/SEL button to confirm this action. Resume: Continue operating in the same condi-

tion as before. Pwr Off: Turns off the transmitter. Rf On?: Begin transmitting the RF signal, enters another screen prompting a Yes or No answer. Backlit: The LCD includes a backlight that il-

luminates the display for easier viewing. It is set to come on when any button on the control panel is pressed, then stay on for either 30 seconds or 5 minutes, or to stay on all the time. About: Displays the model, firmware version, frequency block and compatibility mode. The unit can also be turned off from any menu or screen on the LCD by holding the power button in for the duration of the countdown. 8 An icon on the Main Window indicates the remaining power of the transmitter batteries. This battery gauge is most accurate with the typical voltage drop across the life of alkaline batteries. b 23 7 A 601.000

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-20 0 Battery Gauge Rechargeable batteries give little or no warning when nearing depletion. If you use rechargeable batteries in the HH, we recommend trying fully charged batteries first, noting the length of time that the batteries will run the unit, and in the future using somewhat less than that time to determine when the battery needs to be replaced. The Venue and other receivers from Lectro-

sonics offer a timer function to assist in this process. Navigating Menus and Screens The Main Window displays the following information:

Hex Code for Operating frequency Icon indicates whether RF output is turned on or off b 23 7 A 601.000

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-20 0 Battery Gauge Function of the rear panel switch

(talkback button) Operating frequency in MHz Audio level 1) Press the MENU/SEL button to enter the setup menu. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the menu item. 2) Press the MENU/SEL button to enter the setup screen for that item. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired value or mode. Gain Freq. ProgSw Rolloff Gain 25

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dow. HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Gain Compat This setting is very important since it will determine the audio signal to noise ratio and dynamic range that the wireless system will deliver. Gain must be set accord-

ing to the individual voice, the mic capsule in use and the handling technique of the user. LEDs in the control panel facilitate accurate gain adjustment. Gain 25 Gain Freq. ProgSw Rolloff The HH can be used with earlier Lectrosonics wireless and IFB systems and systems from other manufactur-

ers by selecting the correct Compatibility Mode. The receiver must be set to the same mode. Compat Hybrid Compat StepSiz TxPower Phase

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IMPORTANT: See the section Input Gain Adjustment on page 10 for details. Freq. The operating frequency is normally determined using the scanning function in the receiver or with coordina-

tion software. The frequency is shown on the transmit-

ter LCD display in MHz and with a hexadecimal code that is used on most Lectrosonics receivers. Gain Freq. ProgSw Rolloff Freq 7A 601.000

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-20 0 ProgSw The Programmable Switch on the housing can be set to provide several functions, or it can be bypassed. Gain Freq. ProgSw Rolloff Rolloff Functions:

TalkBack Power Cough Mute

(none) See page 11 for details A low frequency roll-off filter can be set for a -3dB point at 35, 50, 70, 100 or 125 Hz. Roll-off slopes are 12.2 dB/octave at 35 Hz and 10.1 dB/octave at 70 Hz through 125 Hz. Rolloff 70 Hz Gain Freq. ProgSw Rolloff The roll-off frequency is normally adjusted by ear to suit personal preferences. Nu Digital Hybrid Mode 3 IFB Mode StepSiz Digital Hybrid receivers

(other brand contact the factory) Lectrosonics IFB receivers The frequency can be adjusted in 100 kHz or 25 kHz steps to match the receiver. 100 kHz is the standard increment for Lectrosonics wireless systems, but 25 kHz increments may be needed for use with systems from other manufacturers or when frequency coordina-

tion requires it. Compat StepSiz TxPower Phase StepSiz 100 kHz 25 kHz The Hex Code on the Main Screen will be smaller in the 25 kHz mode and a fraction will appear next to the characters if a frequency in between even 100 kHz steps is selected. 8 0 550.400 80 550.425

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ing range (which can also suppress noise and drop-

outs to some extent) or set to 50 mW to slightly extend the operating life of the batteries. Compat StepSiz TxPower Phase TxPower 50 mW 100 mW 9 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM Phase The phase (polarity) of the audio can be inverted to match other microphone capsules as needed. TxPower Phase Rf On?

Default Rf On?

Phase Pos Neg The transmitter output can be switched on or off with this menu item. This is useful, for example, when the transmitter is in the standby mode during setup, al-

lowing it to be turned on for normal operation without having to cycle the power. StepSiz TxPower Phase Rf On?

Rf On?

No Yes This menu item can also be used to change the trans-

mitter to the standby mode with the RF output turned off for additional setup. Default The default setting simple returns the transmitter back to the factory settings and any of the menu items can be readjusted from that default point. TxPower Phase Rf On?

Default Default s e t t i n g s No Yes 10 Input Gain Adjustment The two bicolor Modulation LEDs (located at the bot-

tom of the control panel) provide a visual indication of the audio signal level entering the transmitter. b 23 7 A 601.000

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-20 0 The audio level is shown by LEDs and in the LCD screen. The gain should be set so that the -20 LED just turns red on the loudest peak (the onset of limiting).

-20 LED The LEDs will glow either red or green to indicate modulation levels as shown in the following table. Signal Level Less than -20 dB

-20 dB to -10 dB

-10 dB to +0 dB

+0 dB to +10 dB Greater than +10 dB Off Green Green Red Red Off Off Green Green Red

-10 LED It is best to go through the following procedure with the transmitter in the standby mode so that no audio will enter the sound system, which could cause feedback. 1) With fresh batteries in the transmitter, power the unit on into standby (no transmission) mode. 2) Press the MENU/SEL button once to enter the setup menu. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select Gain. Press the MENU/SEL button again to enter the setup screen. 3) Hold the microphone the way it will be used in actual operation. 4) Speak or sing at the same voice level that will actually be used during the program, while ob-

serving the modulation LEDs. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to adjust the gain until the 20 dB LED starts to flicker red and the 10 dB glows green. 5) Once the audio gain has been set, the signal can be sent through the sound system for overall level adjustments, monitor settings, etc. To do this, the unit must be set to transmit (see Powering On and Off, and the Standby Mode on page 7). NOTE: Full modulation is achieved when the

-20 LED first turns red. 30 dB of clean limiting is available above this point. HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Programmable Switch Functions NOTE: The Power and Cough functions were added starting with serial number 1001. A special button (the Side Button) on the outside of the housing can be configured to provide several dif-

ferent functions, or to be inoperative. Side Button Functions:

TalkBack Power Cough Mute

(none) The ProgSw on the control panel opens a setup screen to set the Side Button function. Enter this setup screen and then use the UP/DOWN arrows to select the desired function, then press the MENU/SEL button to return to the Main Window. Press the Programmable Switch or select ProgSw on the main menu. Gain Freq. ProgSw Rolloff Side Button Setup Switch ProgSw Cough Cough is a momentary mute switch. Audio is muted while the button is held in. Mute is a push on/push off function that toggles on and off each time the Side Button is pressed. The mute function defeats the audio in the transmitter, so it works in all compatibility modes and with all receivers.

(none) disables the switch. ProgSw Mute ProgSw

(none) For detailed information on setting up the Talkback function and the Venue receiver, refer to the Installa-

tion Guide for the Venue Wideband Receiver. Main Window Displays for Mute and Talkback Functions The function of the Side Button is displayed in the LCD Main Window. The ProgSw menu provides a scrollable list of the available functions. Us the UP/DOWN arrows to high-

light the desired function and press BACK or MENU/

SEL to select it and return to the main menu. b 23 7 A 601.000 b 23 7 A TB 601.000 b 23 7 A MUTE 601.000 ProgSw TalkBk Talkback is a push to talk function that is active only while the button is pressed. The talkback function provides a communication channel when used with a receiver equipped with this function, such as a Venue Wideband receiver with firmware Ver. 5.2 or higher. When pressed and held in, the side button re-directs the audio output to a different audio channel on the receiver. As soon as the switch is released, audio is returned to the program channel. NOTE: The Talkback function is only available in the Digital Hybrid compatibility mode. An error message will appear if Talkback is selected while in another mode. ProgSw Power Power turns the power on and off. Hold the button in until the count-

down sequence from 3 to 1 is completed. The power will then be turned off.

(additional information on page 7)

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<MUTE>

Mute active

(MUTE blinks) 11 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM Mic Capsule Adjustments

(EXPERT LEVEL ADJUSTMENT) These adjustments significantly alter the gain and tonal quality of the microphone, and are to be used only in special circumstances. Caution: Always make the final decision about sound quality with the windscreen in place. Remove the windscreen using the supplied wrench. Align flats on the wrench with flats on the capsule. Resonance tuned suspension HHVMC capsule Attenuator control EQ controls

(HHVMC only) IMPORTANT: Be sure to set the attenuator control back to its original setting (F) for normal operation. or a subsequent user may think the unit is malfunctioning or has a poor signal to noise ratio. LO/MID/HI (bass/mid/treble) - HHVMC only The HHVMC head includes VariMicTM equalization adjustments to boost or cut the frequency response in LOW, MID and HIGH ranges. The LOW and HIGH con-

trols will boost/cut by up to 8 dB while the MID control will boost/cut up to 6 dB. The pointer is between the darkened dots. MID LOW HIGH The controls are set to zero

(no boost or cut) in this photo These controls operate as standard tone controls in that a counterclockwise adjustment cuts the response in that band and a clockwise adjustment boosts the response. VariMic Tone Control Range Boost Bass Midrange

+10

+5 0dB

-5 Cut

-10 10Hz Bass Midrange 100Hz 1KHz 10KHz Treble Treble Attenuator Adjustment The HHC & HHVMC heads include an attenuator in the preamp circuitry to provide an additional 15 dB of headroom when needed for extremely loud voices. The attenuator should ONLY be used when the gain control is already turned all the way down and the audio is still driving the preamp into significant limiting where both -20 and -10 dB LEDs stay lit all or most of the time during peaks in the audio. Gain 0

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-20 0 Gain set to minimum (0) on the LCD. LEDs on control panel The attenuator control is a 16 position switch that attenuates the audio in 1 dB steps. It is marked 0 through F where F is minimum attenuation and 0 is maximum attenuation. Rotating it clockwise increases the loudness, and counter clockwise decreases the loudness. Attenuator switch set at F for normal operation. 12 HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Parts and Accessories CCHH - Zippered Pouch Padded zipper pouch for handheld transmitter HHXTND Extender for use with microphone flags commonly used in ENG for network or station ID to keep the flag from covering the side switch and LCD 26872 Mic Capsule Wrench Custom wrench for removing windscreen from mic capsule HH2SEN Adapter Adapts Sennheiser G2, G3 and 2000 Series micro-

phone capsule heads to the HH transmitter. Transmitter interface Capsule interface 13585 Mic Clip Screw on mic clip for standard mic stands with 5/8-27 thread HHA Adapter by Ambient Recording Adapts Neumann KK104 and KK105 and Sennheiser cap-

sules for the 5000 Series wire-

less with Shure style threads to the HH transmitter HHA is available from Ambient Recording dealers Visit: www.ambient.de 13 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM Firmware Update Updating the firmware is a simple matter of download-

ing a utility program and file from the website and run-

ning the program on a Windows operating system with the transmitter connected to a computer via the USB port. Go to www.lectrosonics.com/US. In the top menu, hover the mouse over Support, and click on Wireless Support. On the right-hand-side Wireless Support Menu, choose Wireless Downloads. Choose your prod-

uct (HHa), then choose Firmware. Step 1:

Begin by downloading the USB Firmware Updater Program. Step 2:

Next, test the Updater by opening the icon:

driver opens automatically, proceed to Step 3. WARNING: If you receive the following error, the Updater is not installed on your system. Follow the TROUBLESHOOTING steps to fix the error. If the TROUBLESHOOTING:

If you receive the FTDI D2XX error shown above, download and install the driver by clicking on this link. Then click here to download. NOTE: This website, http://www.ftdichip.com/

Drivers/D2XX.htm, is not associated with Lectrosonics.com. It is a third party site used only for D2XX drivers currently available for Lectrosonics devices upgrades. 14 HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Step 3:

Refer to Step 1 to return to Firmware web page. Down-

load Firmware Update and save to a local file on your PC for easy locating when updating. The USB port on the transmitter requires a micro-B male plug on the connecting cable. The other end of the cable would normally be a USB A-Type male con-

nector to fit the most common type of USB jack used on computers. Opening in clear plastic sleeve Step 4:

Open Lectrosonics USB Firmware Updater. USB Port Spring-loaded balls engage detents in housing Step 7:

In Lectrosonics USB Firmware Updater, choose the detected device, browse to local Firmware File and click Start. NOTE: It may take up to a minute or so for the Updater to recognize the transmitter. Put the transmitter in UPDATE mode by simultaneously holding down the BACK and UP arrow buttons on the transmitter control panel while powering it up. WARNING: Do not disrupt the microUSB cable during updating. Step 5:

UPDATE Step 6:

Using a microUSB cable, connect the transmitter to your PC. Remove the lower housing of the transmitter by un-

screwing it from the housing attached to the capsule and pulling it straight off the body of the transmitter to expose the circuitry. Spring-loaded ball detents provide a stop with only the control panel exposed. Continue to pull the lower housing farther to remove it. Simply push the lower housing back onto the transmitter body to re-install it. The Updater alerts with progress and completion. Step 8:

HHa 1.03 Band B1 IFB Mode Once the Updater has completed, turn off the transmitter, then turn it back on to verify that the firmware version on the transmitter LCD matches the firmware version shown on the web site. 15 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM Troubleshooting SYMPTOM TRANSMITTER WILL NOT POWER ON HH MODULATION LEDs OFF HH MODULATION LEDs GOOD BUT NO SOUND RECEIVER RF INDICATOR OFF NO SOUND BUT RECEIVER AUDIO LEVEL METER INDICATES SOUND DISTORTED SOUND HISS AND NOISE -- AUDIBLE DROPOUTS EXCESSIVE FEEDBACK sound system volume. or mis-wired. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1) Batteries are inserted backwards. 2) Batteries are dead, or too low to be used. 1) Audio Gain set too low. 2) Battery is inserted backwards. Check LCD for power indication. 3) Mic capsule is damaged or malfunctioning. Contact the factory for repair. LCD for the antenna/transmission icon status. 1) Talkback function is engaged (release multi-function button). See p. 11. 2) Receiver on wrong frequency or wrong band. 3) Receiver connected incorrectly to sound system. 4) Transmitter in standby mode. 1) Transmitter not turned on. 2) Transmitter is in standby (non-transmitting) mode. Check the 3) Batteries are dead or installed backwards. 4) Receiver antenna missing, defective or improperly positioned. 5) Transmitter and receiver not on same frequency band. Check labels on transmitter and receiver to be sure they are 6) Make sure the transmitter and receiver frequency settings are in 7) Operating range is too great. 8) Receiver antenna missing, incorrect frequency or disconnected. operating on the same frequency band. agreement. recorder input. an additional wind screen. non-Digital Hybrid receiver). transmitter and check the Audio Level LEDs, Audio Level bar graph in the transmitter LCD and corresponding indicators on the receiver. 1) Receiver audio is muted. (Unmute receiver.) 2) Receiver audio output levels set too low. 3) Receiver audio output is disconnected or cable defective 4) Sound system or recorder input level is turned down. 1) Transmitter Audio Gain set too high. Speak or sing into the 2) Receiver output level may be too high for the sound system or 3) Excessive wind noise or breath pops. Microphone may require 4) Transmitter frequency setting is not correct (when used with 5) Compatibility Mode mismatch between transmitter and receiver. 6) Mic capsule damaged or defective 1) Transmitter Audio Gain set too low. See page 10 for proper audio 2) Receiver antenna missing, defective or obstructed. 3) Operating range too great. 4) Interference may be present. Turn transmitter off and observe the RF level indicator on the receiver. Change frequency if necessary. 5) Return attenuator control back to default setting of F, then 1) Transmitter Audio Gain set too high. Check level adjustment, 2) Microphone too close to speaker system. 3) Move microphone closer to the users mouth and lower the readjust audio gain per instructions on page 10 reduce receiver output level, or both. gain setting. 16 HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Specifications Band A1: 470.100 - 537.575 Band B1: 537.600 - 607.950 Selectable at 50 or 100 mW 25 to 32 kHz frequency (Nu Digital Hybrid only);

3.5 kHz deviation 0.002%

Compliant with ETSI EN 300 422-1 v1.4.2

-20 C to +50 C Dual envelope compressor, >30 dB range 45 dB; semi-log menu-driven control; 1 dB steps Dual bicolor LEDs indicate modulation of -20, -10, 0 and +10 dB referenced to full modulation, LCD bar-graph indicator 40 Hz to 20 kHz (+/- 1dB)

-3 dB @35, 50 and 70 Hz; selectable;

36 dB/octave Operating Frequencies:

Frequency selection steps: Selectable; 100 kHz or 25 kHz RF Power output:

Pilot tone:

Frequency stability:

Spurious radiation:

Operating temperature range:

Input compressor:

Gain control range:

Modulation indicators:

Frequency response Low frequency roll-off:

Controls:

Battery:

Battery life:

Capsule Interface:

Weight:

Dimensions:

Programmable mute/talkback button Power, mute disable, menu/select, back and up/

down arrow buttons for menu selection and settings. 2x AA with polarity protection and battery ejector At 100mW: 5.5 hours (Duracell Quantum alkaline) (The HH transmits battery status to Lectrosonics Digital Hybrid Wireless receivers.) 1.25 opening and 28 thread pitch Power available: 5V, 25 mA max Input impedance: 1000 Ohms 12.1 oz. (343.029 grams) with batteries and HHC capsule 9.5 long x 1.97 diameter at largest point External:

Battery compartment:

Emission Designator:

180KF3E 17 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM FCC Compliance:

This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits as set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device should be installed and operated so that its antenna(s) are not co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Notice to the End User:

The normal condition of using this device is to keep the hand at least 20mm away from the base of the microphone. Industry Canada Compliance:

This device operates on a no-protection no-interference basis. Should the user seek to ob-

tain protection from other radio services operating in the same TV bands, a radio license is required. Please consult Industry Canadas document CPC-2-1-28, Optional Licensing for Low-Power Radio Apparatus in the TV Bands, for details. This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference;

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme Industrie Canada une licence standard RSS exonrs (s). Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:

1. Cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer dinterfrences 2. Cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence reue, y compris les interfrences pouvant provoquer un fonctionnement indsirable de lappareil 18 HHaLECTROSONICS, INC. Service and Repair If your system malfunctions, you should attempt to correct or isolate the trouble before concluding that the equip-

ment needs repair. Make sure you have followed the setup procedure and operating instructions. Check the inter-

connecting cables and then go through the Troubleshooting section in this manual. We strongly recommend that you do not try to repair the equipment yourself and do not have the local repair shop attempt anything other than the simplest repair. If the repair is more complicated than a broken wire or loose con-

nection, send the unit to the factory for repair and service. Dont attempt to adjust any controls inside the units. Once set at the factory, the various controls and trimmers do not drift with age or vibration and never require read-

justment. There are no adjustments inside that will make a malfunctioning unit start working. LECTROSONICS Service Department is equipped and staffed to quickly repair your equipment. In-warranty repairs are made at no charge in accordance with the terms of the warranty. Out-of-warranty repairs are charged at a mod-

est flat rate plus parts and shipping. Since it takes almost as much time and effort to determine what is wrong as it does to make the repair, there is a charge for an exact quotation. We will be happy to quote approximate charges by phone for out-of-warranty repairs. Returning Units for Repair For timely service, please follow the steps below:

A. DO NOT return equipment to the factory for repair without first contacting us by letter or by phone. We need to know the nature of the problem, the model number and the serial number of the equipment. We also need a phone number where you can be reached 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. (U.S. Mountain Standard Time). B. After receiving your request, we will issue you a return authorization number (R.A.). This number will help speed your repair through our receiving and repair departments. The return authorization number must be clearly shown on the outside of the shipping container. C. Pack the equipment carefully and ship to us, shipping costs prepaid. If necessary, we can provide you with the proper packing materials. UPS is usually the best way to ship the units. Heavy units should be double-boxed for safe transport. D. We also strongly recommend that you insure the equipment, since we cannot be responsible for loss of or damage to equipment that you ship. Of course, we insure the equipment when we ship it back to you. Mailing address:

Lectrosonics, Inc. PO Box 15900 Rio Rancho, NM 87174 USA Web:

www.lectrosonics.com Shipping address:

Lectrosonics, Inc. 581 Laser Rd. Rio Rancho, NM 87124 USA E-mail:

sales@lectrosonics.com Telephone:

(505) 892-4501

(800) 821-1121 Toll-free

(505) 892-6243 Fax Lectrosonics Canada:

Mailing Address:

720 Spadina Avenue, Suite 600 Toronto, Ontario M5S 2T9 Telephone:

(416) 596-2202

(877) 753-2876 Toll-free

(877-7LECTRO)

(416) 596-6648 Fax E-mail:

Sales:

Service: joeb@lectrosonics.com colinb@lectrosonics.com 19 Wideband Hand Held TransmitterRio Rancho, NM LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY The equipment is warranted for one year from date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship provided it was purchased from an authorized dealer. This warranty does not cover equipment which has been abused or damaged by careless handling or shipping. This warranty does not apply to used or demonstrator equipment. Should any defect develop, Lectrosonics, Inc. will, at our option, repair or replace any defective parts without charge for either parts or labor. If Lectrosonics, Inc. cannot correct the defect in your equipment, it will be replaced at no charge with a similar new item. Lectrosonics, Inc. will pay for the cost of returning your equipment to you. This warranty applies only to items returned to Lectrosonics, Inc. or an authorized dealer, shipping costs prepaid, within one year from the date of purchase. This Limited Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of New Mexico. It states the entire liablility of Lectrosonics Inc. and the entire remedy of the purchaser for any breach of warranty as outlined above. NEITHER LECTROSONICS, INC. NOR ANYONE INVOLVED IN THE PRODUCTION OR DELIVERY OF THE EQUIPMENT SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT EVEN IF LECTROSONICS, INC. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE LIABILITY OF LECTROSONICS, INC. EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF ANY DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have additional legal rights which vary from state to state. 581 Laser Road NE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 USA www.lectrosonics.com

(505) 892-4501 (800) 821-1121 fax (505) 892-6243 sales@lectrosonics.com 15 June 2018 20