User's Manual

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at -10dB for LT/HM and 0dB for GT. These
settings are optimal for most applications.
For normal operation, the transmitter should
have the same Group/Channel as displayed
on the receiver. The default factory setting
is Group 01 (Receiver 1) and 02 (Receiver
2), 03 (Receiver 3) and 04 (Receiver 4),
Group 05 (Receiver 5) and 06 (Receiver 6),
07 (Receiver 7) and 08 (Receiver 8) for all
receivers. After programming is finished,
close the battery compartment door,
ensuring that it latches. The BT-1KU is now
ready for use.
Note: If you are using multiple transmitters at
the same location, set up the first transmitter
and leave it ON and keep it 3 ft. away from the
receivers. Then start AUTO-SCAN on the second
receiver. This avoids duplicate selection of the
same channel as already selected for the first
receiver.
If you are not satisfied with a channel after
scanning, repeat again anytime for selecting
another free channel.
Operating the BT-1KU
Bodypack Transmitter
During normal operation with the unit
powered on, the transmitter power level can
be changed by sliding the RF Power Switch
(44) to “H” to increase the transmitted
RF power (for longer range) or to “L” to
decrease the RF power (reduced range).
This is a useful feature as the “L” setting
increases battery life and also optimizes
the number of channels that can be used
simultaneously in a given location. Use
this setting for normal use not requiring
maximum operating range. A range walk
test before use will determine which setting
is best for your application.
The Power Off/Mute/On Switch (38) has three
positions and functions as a power on/off
and an audio mute on/off switch. After the
unit is powered on, slide the power switch
to the “ON” position to un-mute the audio.
With Power Off/Mute/On switch in either
in “MUTE” or ON” position the receiver’s
RF Signal Meter (12) and one Diversity A or B
(3) indicator should now be on, indicating a
received signal from the transmitter. When
ready to transmit audio, slide the power
switch to “ON” position to un-mute. To
mute, slide the power switch to “MUTE”
again. Adjust the volume of the receiver per
Connecting Audio Outputs section above.
Note: Avoid acoustic feedback (howling or
screeching) by taking care in selecting PA volume,
transmitter location and speaker placement.
The RF Signal meter and the Diversity A/B
indicator on the receiver’s LCD display should be
“On” in normal operation.
Instrument Use (BT-1KU/GT only)
Secure the connection of the GT
(instrument) cable by lining up the slot
of the 3.5mm mini locking Input Jack (37)
connector and turning the ring to securely
lock in. When ready to play, slide the Power
Off/Mute/On Switch (38) to “ON” position
to un-mute the audio. Adjust the volume
lower on the receiver’s Unbalanced Audio
Output (17) for one-to-one unity gain with a
hardwired cord or select up to an added
4-5dB boost by leaving the receiver volume
to maximum for normal use with guitars
and bass guitars. Note this function is best
when using two transmitters for switching
during performance as these is only a single
mixed output from the two receivers. If an
individual output per receiver is desired, use
the XLR Mic Outputs (15), noting that those are
only fixed Mic level outputs.
Note: The audio level should be adjusted on the
instrument as when using a hard-wired cord.
For most applications the transmitter’s Input
Volume Level (32) should be set at 0dB for optimal
performance. Use attenuation levels (-10dB,
-20dB, -30dB) only for higher output instruments,
such as bass guitars with active pickups, and then
only if needed for cleaner sound.