User's Manual
CONTENTS ...........................................................................................2
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................2
USING THIS MANUAL............................................................................2
SYSTEM FEATURES ................................................................................3
WS-16U RECEIVER ................................................................................4
HT-16U HANDHELD MICROPHONE TRANSMITTER ..................................7
BT-16U BODYPACK MICROPHONE TRANSMITTER ..................................8
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................11
SERVICE ................................................................................. Back Cover
CONTENTS
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Thank you for purchasing a Nady WS-16U UHF PLL Synthesized Microphone System
and congratulations on your choice. The WS-16U is loaded with top professional
operating features and is the best performance and price value available in UHF PLL
Synthesized wireless systems.
INTRODUCTION
This booklet gives instructions for the operation of the WS-16U wireless, including
handheld, instrument, lavalier, headmic and plug-in transmitter systems. Please read
the instructions for your system completely before operating unit.
This manual will first list the features of the WS-16U and then will take you step by
step to show you how to operate your new system. After reading the receiver
instructions, turn to the section of the booklet that covers the type of transmitter used
with your new system. Each section will give you detailed operating instructions. Also
included in this manual are system specifications and servicing information.
USING THIS MANUAL
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WS-16U OVERALL SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
RF Carrier Frequency UHF, 16-frequency group in separate bands within
470-510 MHz
Frequency Stability +/- 0.005%, PLL synthesized
Modulation FM (F3E), +/-25 KHz normal
Frequency Response 65 Hz - 21 KHz, -3dB
Dynamic Range 120 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.5%
Operating Range Up to 250 ft. typical (depending on site conditions);
Up to 500+ feet optimum line-of-sight
RECEIVER
Reception Mode DigiTRU Diversity™ (Dual Antenna)
Unwanted Signal Rejection >90 dB image and spurious
Squelch External Control, Tone Key (36 KHz)
Controls Power ON/OFF, Volume Control, Squelch Adjust,
16-Channel select
Connectors DC in, 1/4"(6.3 mm) unbalanced phone jack output
(360 mV/no load), XLR balanced output
(24 mV/600 Ohm)
LED Indicators Power ON, Diversity A/B, AF Audio LED bars + peak
(5 segments)
Power Requirements DC 18V @ 250mA, AC/DC adapter included
Dimensions (Max.) 1.75" x 7.5" x 8.1" (4.4 x 19 x 20.7 cm)
Weight 0.9 lbs (.41 kg)
Antennas 3.5" (9.0 cm), dual-folding antennas
TRANSMITTERS
RF Power Out +14dBm (25mW) nominal
Harmonic & Spurious Emissions < -45 dBc
Audio Inputs
BT-16U:
3.5mm locking mini-jack, switchable inputs:
instrument, head-worn mic, or lavalier mic
HT-16U:
Integral Nady DM-10D neodymium
dynamic cartridge
Controls
BT-16U:
Power or Audio ON/OFF, Instrument/
Head-worn Mic/Lav Mic select, 16Ch elect, Input Level Adjust
HT-16U:
Power or Audio ON/OFF, 16-Ch select, Level Adjust
LED Indicator
BT-16U:
Bicolor, Unit “ON” (green), Low Battery Alert (orange
HT-16U:
Unit “ON” (green) Low Battery Alert “ON”
(steady red)
Battery Alkaline/NiMH (2xAA)
Battery Life 6-8 Hours
Dimensions
BT-16U:
3.62" x 2.44"x 1.22"(9.2 cm x 6.2 cm x 3.1 cm)
HT-16U:
2"x 9.5"(5.1 cm x 24 cm)
Weight
BT-16U:
3.1 oz (100 g) without battery
HT-16U:
6.6 oz (187 g) without battery
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.