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Operating Instructions

HXiR Hand Held Radio Microphone Transmitter

The HX

is the latest innovative microprocessor controlled hand held transmitter from

Audio Limited. The transmitter utilises inter-changeable, high quality condenser capsules

from the Schoeps

™

Colette range, Thereby allowing a variety of applications where

broadcast quality audio is required.

The transmitter incorporates a microphone suspension specially designed by Rycote ™,

for Audio Limited, to minimize the handling noise.

The Hx

can have up to 32 switchable frequencies over a 24MHz bandwidth.

The transmitter antenna has been integrated into the design of the battery compartment to

enhance the elegant appearance. The TX is powered from a single “AA” type 1.5 V

battery, allowing the transmitter to be used for up to two and a half hours continuously

from a good quality alkaline battery. A lithium “AA” type battery is available allowing

seven hours continuous use.

As with all previous products from Audio Limited, the transmitter has been designed for

ease of use, with all user settable functions being controlled by the unique Switch

iR.

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Operating Instructions HXiR Hand Held Radio Microphone Transmitter The HXiR is the latest innovative microprocessor controlled hand held transmitter from Audio Limited. The transmitter utilises inter-changeable, high quality condenser capsules from the Schoeps ™ Colette range, Thereby allowing a variety of applications where broadcast quality audio is required. The transmitter incorporates a microphone suspension specially designed by Rycote ™, for Audio Limited, to minimize the handling noise.
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Microphone Windshield 2
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+ Microphone Windshield Microphone Capsule Identifier Transmitter Body Infra-red Port ON Button ON / Overload Indicator Battery Compartment Battery Compartment Cover AA 3
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Microphone Capsule Identification Ring Transmitter Body Infra red Port On Button On/Overload Indicator Battery Compartment Battery Cover 4
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1) Battery Access The HXiR uses a single AA 1.5V (LR6, MN1500) type alkaline battery which is universally available. Grip the battery compartment cover and slide it away from the body of the HXiR to expose the battery compartment. Fit the AA battery with the Positive terminal uppermost and the negative terminal at the sprung end. Close the battery cover. Do not twist the cover. 2) Switching the transmitter ON Press and hold the grey “ON” button found below the infra red port, for one second.
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To Change Frequency i ) Follow Steps 1 & 2. ii ) Press OK - display will alternatively flash between frequency and channel number e.g. ''''857.95'''' ''''21'''' MHZ iii ) Press up/ down arrows CHANNEL to scroll through any of the 32 frequencies pre-programmed into the receiver or transmitter until desired frequency is displayed iv ) Point the SwitchiR - directly at the infra red port of the transmitter. v ) Press OK - to change the frequency. Display will show the new frequency of the transmitter.
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The gain control should be adjusted to suit the application. Set the gain position such that the overload indicator remains illuminated during normal speech. The HxiR transmitter uses the same ultra low distortion, fast attack, fast decay overload compressor as found in the TX2020 pocket transmitter. In normal use, the gain should be set so that this compressor does not operate. Should an overload occur then the red LED will flash momentarily and the gain switch should be set lower.
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Battery Level Transmitter To Check status of battery in transmitter: i ) Press MENU ii ) Press Up arrow three times - display will indicate BAtt TX RX Align front of SwitchiR with infra red port of TX iii )Press OK - display will show the battery status volts The transmitter battery status is also conveyed to the receiver. When checking The battery status via the receiver, the SwitchiR display will alternate between the Receiver voltage and the received transmitter battery status.
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8) Antenna The transmitter antenna is integrated into the battery compartment and therefore no external antenna is required. 9) Microphone Capsule The HXiR transmitter utilises the high quality inter-changeable condenser capsules from the Schoeps ™ Colette range. The HxiR is compatible with the full range of capsules and accessories in the range. 10) Fitting capsule Unscrew the metal windscreen (1) from the top of the transmitter.
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Accidental change of settings, the infra red port on the transmitter can be disabled. The only way to re-activate the infra red port is by disconnection of the battery thereby performing a hard reset.