AKG DMS 700 DSR 700, DPT 700, DHT 700 digital wireless microphone system USER MANUAL

DMS700

Digital Wireless Microphone System

DSR 700 – digital stationary receiver

DPT 700 – digital bodypack transmitter

DHT 700 – digital handheld transmitter

USER MANUAL

Please read the manual before using the equipment!

DSR 700

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Controls:

1. POWER: ON/OFF switch

2. DSP-Button

3. Graphic display

4. BACK-Button

5. JOG-Wheel (left, right, select)

6. Headphone Buttons (CH1, CH2)

7. Headphone Output, ¼-Inch/6.3mm jack socket

8. Infrared data synchronization window

9. RF signal level, LED meter

10. Channel selection for channel CH1

11. Backlit status ring for channel CH1 & CH2

(red=warning, green=OK)

12. Channel selection for channel CH2

13. BNC socket, antenna input A

14. BNC socket, antenna input B

15. GND-Lift XLR output channel CH1

16. XLR socket(male), analog audio output CH1, balanced

17. ¼ Inch/6,3mm jack socket, analog audio output CH1, unbalanced

18. GND-Lift XLR output channel CH2

19. XLR socket(male), analog audio output CH2, balanced

20. ¼ Inch/6,3mm jack socket, analog audio output CH1, unbalanced

21. Data interface, RJ11 socket to connect device to a computer (via HUB 4000 Q)

22. BNC socket, AES-EBU Wordclock IN (48kHz)

23. XLR socket(male), digital AES-EBU audio output

CH1 & CH2 (48 kHz)

24. IEC mains connector (90 - 240VAC)

Graphic Display:

A. Alphanumeric display for the name

B. Display of the actual group & channel number

C. 7-digit transmitter battery status display

D. LOCK symbol

E. Audio signal level meter

F. MUTE symbol

G. Display of the actual frequency

H. Display of the active antenna

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Controls:

1. Graphic display

2. Mute switch

3. ¼ wave antenna

4. Infrared Window, for data synchronization

5. Status LED (red=warning, green=OK)

6. Power ON/OFF Button

7. Battery compartment cover

8. 3-pin. Male mini-XLR (TB3M), audio input for microphones and instruments

9. Battery compartment for two 1.5 V LR6 AA batteries or

1.2 V AA rechargeable batteries >2100 mAh.

10. 0.1 inch/2.5-mm jack socket for external mute switch

11. Charging contacts

12. Battery compartment release buttons

Graphic Display:

A. Alphanumeric display for name

B. Display of the actual group & channel number

C. 7-digit battery status display

D. Display for country or RF output level

E. Active encryption symbol

F. Active mute symbol

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DHT 700

Controls:

1. Graphic display

2. Mute button

3. Color code, charging contacts, helical antenna

4. Infrared window for data synchronization

5. Status LED (red=warning, green=OK)

6. Power ON/OFF button

7. Battery compartment cover

8. Microphone element

9. Battery compartment for two 1.,5 V LR6 AA batteries or

1.,2 V AA rechargeable batteries >2100 mAh.

Graphic Display:

A. Alphanumeric display for the name

B. Display of the actual group & channel number

C. 7-digit battery status display

D. Display for country or RF output level

E. Active encryption symbol

F. Active mute symbol

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Thank you

for purchasing an AKG product. This Manual contains important instructions for setting up and operating your equipment. Please take a few minutes to read the instructions below carefully

before operating the equipment. Please keep the manual for future reference. We hope you enjoy using your system!

Important Note!

AKG continually improves the internal firmware of the DMS 700 system in order to meet changing customer needs in the best possible way. Should your system use a different firmware version than the one described in this User Manual, some functions may differ from the related instructions.

To find out the actual firmware version implemented in your system, please check the Menu. The firmware version described in this User Manual is stated on the cover page. Before you read on, we recommend comparing the receiver firmware version against the version described in the Manual. If the two versions are not identical, please visit www.akg.com to find out about the latest changes.

Table of Contents

1.

Safety and Environment .............................................................................................................. 6

Safety .................................................................................................................................................. 6

Environment......................................................................................................................................... 6

2.

Packing List ................................................................................................................................. 7

3.

General ......................................................................................................................................... 7

DMS 700.............................................................................................................................................. 7

4.

Setting Up..................................................................................................................................... 7

Connecting Antennas........................................................................................................................... 7

Positioning the Receiver ...................................................................................................................... 7

Connecting the Receiver to a Mixer/Amplifier....................................................................................... 8

Ground Lift (15, 18).............................................................................................................................. 8

Connecting the Receiver to Power ....................................................................................................... 8

Silent Mode.......................................................................................................................................... 8

Key Lock / Unlock of the Receiver........................................................................................................ 8

Optional external MUTE switch ............................................................................................................ 8

5.

Operating Notes........................................................................................................................... 8

SETUP WHEEL (5) .............................................................................................................................. 8

CH1 / CH2 Buttons (10 / 12) ................................................................................................................ 8

BACK Button (4) .................................................................................................................................. 9

DSP Button (2)..................................................................................................................................... 9

Checking Audio Signal – Headphone CH1 / CH2 Buttons (6)............................................................... 9

6.

Display.......................................................................................................................................... 9

General Window .................................................................................................................................. 9

Channel Information Window ............................................................................................................... 9

Battery status information..................................................................................................................... 9

Audio Meter ......................................................................................................................................... 9

MUTE Information (F) .......................................................................................................................... 9

Antenna Information............................................................................................................................. 9

Status & Warning Information .............................................................................................................. 9

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DSR 700 Menu........................................................................................................................... 11

Quicksetup – Menu ............................................................................................................................ 11

Channel – Menu................................................................................................................................. 12

AUDIO – Menu................................................................................................................................... 12

Envir. Scan – Menu............................................................................................................................ 13

Rehearsal – Menu.............................................................................................................................. 13

Utility – Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 13

8.

DPT 700 / DHT 700 Menu .......................................................................................................... 14

Standard Startup................................................................................................................................ 14

Silent Mode Startup ........................................................................................................................... 14

9.

Function Description ................................................................................................................. 15

Quicksetup......................................................................................................................................... 15

Channel Menu ................................................................................................................................... 15

AUDIO Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 15

Environment Scan.............................................................................................................................. 16

Rehearsal – Sound Check ................................................................................................................. 16

Utilities Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 17

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Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................... 17

11.

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 18

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Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 19

General – DMS 700 Digital Microphone System................................................................................. 19

DSR 700 – Digital True Diversity Receiver ........................................................................................ 19

DPT 700 – Digital Bodypack Transmitter........................................................................................... 19

DHT 700 – Digital Handheld Transmitter ........................................................................................... 19

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1. Safety and Environment

Safety

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Do not expose the equipment to direct sunlight, excessive dust, moisture, rain, mechanical vibrations, or shock.

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Do not spill any liquids on the equipment and do not drop any objects through the ventilation slots in the equipment.

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The equipment can be used in dry rooms.

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The equipment should be opened, serviced, and repaired by authorized personnel only. The equipment contains no user-serviceable parts.

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Before connecting the equipment to power, check that the AC mains voltage stated is identical to the

AC mains voltage available where you will use the equipment.

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Operate the equipment with voltages from 90-240 VAC only. Using a different output voltage may cause serious damage to the unit!

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If any solid object or liquid penetrates into the equipment, shut down the sound system immediately.

Disconnect the power cable from the power outlet immediately and have the equipment checked by

AKG service personnel.

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Do not place the equipment near heat sources such as radiators, heating ducts, or amplifiers, etc. and do not expose it to direct sunlight, excessive dust, moisture, rain, mechanical vibrations, or shock.

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To avoid hum or interference, route all audio lines, particularly those connected to the microphone inputs, away from power lines of any type. If you use cable ducts or conduits, be sure to use separate ones for the audio lines.

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Clean the equipment with a moistened (not wet) cloth only. Be sure to disconnect the power supply from the power outlet before cleaning the equipment! Never use acidic or scouring cleaners or cleaning agents containing alcohol or solvents since these may damage the enamel and plastic parts.

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Use the equipment for the applications described in this manual only. AKG cannot accept any liability for damages resulting from improper handling or misuse.

Environment

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Be sure to dispose of used batteries as required by local waste disposal rules. Never throw batteries into a fire (risk of explosion) or garbage bin.

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The packaging of the equipment is recyclable. Dispose of the packaging in an appropriate container provided by the local waste collection/recycling entity and observe all local legislation relating to waste disposal and recycling.

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When scrapping the equipment, remove the batteries, separate the case, circuit boards, and cables, and dispose of all components in accordance with local waste disposal rules.

FCC Statement

The DHT 700 D5, DHT 700 C5 and DPT 700 have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a low power auxiliary station pursuant to Part 74 of the FCC Rules. The DSR 700 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Shielded cables and I/O cords must be used for this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by AKG Acoustics may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

The DSR 700 complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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2. Packing List

Check that the package contains all the parts listed above. If anything is missing, please contact your AKG dealer.

DSR 700

1 x DSR 700 Receiver, 2 x BNC UHF Antennas, 1 x EU-standard IEC Power cord, 1 x US-standard IEC

Power cord

DPT 700

DPT 700 transmitter, 2 x LR6 AA batteries

DHT 700 D5, DHT 700 C5

DHT 700 transmitter, 2 dry LR6 AA batteries, stand adapter, color code, windscreen

Optional accessories

CU 700 – Charging Unit for DPT 700 / DHT 700

Antenna accessories

SRA 2 W – Passive directional antenna

MK/GL – Guitar cable/Instrument cable

W3004 – Windscreen

RMS 4000 – Remote mute switch

Various microphone’s for DPT 700

SRA 2 B/W – Active directional antenna

RA 4000 W – Passive omni-directional antenna

RA 4000 B/W – Active omni-directional antenna

PS 4000 W – Active antenna splitter

AB 4000 – Antenna booster

MK PS – Antenna cable 2 feet/65cm

MKA 20 – Antenna cable 66 feet/20m

0110E01890 – Front-mount antenna cable

For options and antenna accessories, please refer to the current AKG catalog or folder, or visit www.akg.com. Your dealer will be glad to help.

3. General

DMS 700

The DMS 700 wireless microphone system is comprised of the DSR 700 stationary digital true-diversity receiver, handheld transmitters DHT 700/C with the AKG C 5 microphone element and DHT 700/D with the AKG D 5 microphone element and the DPT 700 bodypack transmitter. The receiver and transmitters operate in a 155 MHz sub-band of each frequency set within the UHF band from 548 MHz to 865 MHz.

You can select the receiving frequency from pre-programmed frequency groups and sub-channels of your receiver or set it directly in 25 MHz-increments. Both the handheld and the bodypack transmitter are set to the parameters selected on the receiver via infrared transmission.

4. Setting Up

Prior to using your DMS 700, make certain that the transmitter and receiver are tuned to the same frequency.

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Open the battery compartment cover (9).

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Insert the supplied battery into the battery compartment, aligning the battery according to the polarity symbols. If you insert the battery the wrong way, the transmitter will not be powered.

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Close the battery compartment cover (9).

Connecting Antennas

The supplied ¼-wave antennas can be mounted quickly and easily and are suitable for applications where a direct line of sight between the transmitter and the receiver antenna is available and a wireless microphone system is to be used without a lot of installation work.

Remote Antennas

You should use remote-mounted antennas if the receiver’s position doesn’t allow the best reception.

Connect the remote antennas to the BNC sockets (13, 14) at the rear of the receiver. Use RG58 cable for connecting the antennas. For details on antennas, accessories, and frequency planning support visit our website at www.akg.com.

Antenna Front-mount Cable

Use the BNC extension cable (AKG part #0110E01890) for mounting the ¼-wave antennas on the front panel.

Positioning the Receiver

Signal reflections off metal objects, walls, ceilings, etc. or the shadow effects of musicians and other people may weaken or block the direct transmitted signal.

For best results, place the receiver or remote antennas as follows:

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Place the receiver/antennas near the performance area (stage). Make sure, though, that the transmitter won’t be used within 10 ft (3 m) of the receiver. Optimum separation is at least 16 ft. (5 m). Check that you can see the receiver from where you will be using the transmitter. Shadow effects caused by people or objects can disrupt the radio link.

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Place the receiver at least 5 ft. (~1.5 m) away from any large metal objects, walls, scaffolding, ceilings, etc.

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You can use the receiver either free-standing or mounted in a 19" equipment rack.

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If you install one or more receivers into a 19" rack, either mount the supplied antennas on the receiver front panel(s) or use remote antennas. This is the only way to ensure optimum reception quality.

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Connecting the Receiver to a Mixer/Amplifier

Analog output

You can connect the receiver’s two analog XLR (16, 19) and two analog ¼ Inch/6.3mm jack (17, 20) outputs at any time. Using the receiver’s DSP Menu the output level can be adjusted as needed.

Connect the audio output to the desired input:

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BALANCED XLR-output - microphone input: set the output level switch to "-30 dB".

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BALANCED XLR-output - line input: set the output level switch to "0 dB".

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UNBALANCED 1/4-inch output - unbalanced 1/4" microphone or line input jack.

Digital Output

Use the AES3 digital balanced XLR (23) output to connect audio signals of both receivers to an AES3 digital input. The built in A/D converter supports a sampling rate of 48 kHz. You can connect an external

48 kHz clock generator at the Wordclock IN (22) BNC socket to synchronize all your digital signals. The receiver will automatically detect an external 48 kHz clock and will use this clock for the A/D conversion.

You can check the Wordclock state in the Channel Information window.

Ground Lift (15, 18)

This switch allows you to remove hum caused by ground loops. To open the chassis ground connection, press the GROUND LIFT button to the LIFT position. You can check the GND LIFT state in the Channel

Information window.

Connecting the Receiver to Power

Check that the AC mains voltage stated on the rear panel is identical to the AC supply voltage available where your system will be used. Using the power supply with a different AC voltage may cause damage to the unit.

Plug the power cord into the AC IN socket (24) on the receiver’s rear panel and plug the power cord into a convenient power outlet

Silent Mode

We recommend setting the carrier frequency in SILENT mode only (RF OFF). To engage SILENT mode, push and hold the MUTE switch (2) while turning on (6) the transmitter. This is the only way to make sure you won't go "on air" on a frequency that is not allocated or coordinated and risk "jamming" or interfering with some other RF device or wireless system.

Key Lock / Unlock of the Receiver

The receiver is electronically locked so that you won’t make any unintended adjustments.

The "LOCK" label (D) is shown on the display. To enter SETUP mode, press and hold the SETUP control

(5) until the "LOCK" label disappears. After approximately 4 minutes with no action, the receiver will automatically switch into the LOCK mode.

Optional external MUTE switch

The optional RMS 4000 Remote Mute Switch allows muting of the transmitter if it is mounted in a position where it is difficult or impossible to use the "on-board" MUTE switch.

5. Operating Notes

SETUP WHEEL (5)

Controls the various operating parameters of the receiver.

The SETUP control has the following functions:

LOCK Mode:

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Long push: Unlocks receiver (enter SETUP mode)

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Short push: Confirms status and warning information

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Turn left or right: No function

SETUP Mode:

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Long push: Locks the receiver (enter LOCK Mode)

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Short push: Calls up the selected menu or confirms a selected value.

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Turn left or right: Selects menus or changes the selected value

CH1 / CH2 Buttons (10 / 12)

Depending on the menu the channel keys have different functions.

LOCK Mode:

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General View: Enter channel information window

SETUP Mode

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General View: Enter channel information window

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Quick setup Menu: In the CHANNEL LIST you can directly set and synchronize any open channel.

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Channel Menu: You can directly open a sub-menu (Frequency, Group/Channel, Name…) with the desired channel. Inside the channel sub-menu you are able to change the channel.

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Audio Menu: Inside the DSP and Output Gain sub-menu you are able to change the channel.

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Rehearsal Menu: Select displayed graph.

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BACK Button (4)

A short push will close the actual menu and all unconfirmed values are erased Holding the BACK key will close all menus, all unconfirmed values are erased and the general window is activated.

DSP Button (2)

The DSP button provides a bypass function for LOW CUT, EQ, COMPRESSOR and LIMITER for each channel individually.

Checking Audio Signal – Headphone CH1 / CH2 Buttons (6)

For monitoring the audio signal connect headphones with a ¼ Inch/6.3mm TRS plug to the headphone output (7). To activate the audio output, push the headphone CH1 or CH2 button next to the headphone socket briefly. To deactivate the audio push the headphone CH1 or CH1 button for more than 1 sec. You can adjust the headphone’s volume with the SETUP WHEEL directly after pushing the headphone section’s CH1 or CH2 button

6. Display

General Window

The general window shows all necessary parameters for operation. In addition to a freely-selectable name, the current frequency, the current group and channel, you can see the audio level, the active antenna and the remaining use time of the transmitter’s battery. In case of a critical fault condition (audio mute, low battery, audio clip) you will see a warning message.

Channel Information Window

Via the channel Information window you can get a quick overview about the tuning parameters

(group/channel, frequency, name, country, output gain, transmission power, encryption and mute lock). All these parameters can be set and synchronized. The GROUNDLIFT and WORDCLOCK Information show you the current state. To enter the channel information window, simply push the CH1 or CH2 button in the general window.

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Battery status information

The battery symbols on the transmitter (C) and receiver (C) provides you with the transmitter’s remaining battery capacity at a glance. Every one of the segment equal approximately 1 hour of remaining battery life. If no battery voltage is detected or the information is invalid, no information is shown on the display.

When approximately 1 hour battery life remains, the warning text LOW BATT appears and the LED ring turns red.

Audio Meter

The audio meter (E) indicates the audio output level of the receiver. To match the receiver’s output level to the connected mixer, you can adjust the level with the IN GAIN parameter in the DSP sub-menu. The output level is not properly adjusted if the audio meter is off-scale or if the input on the connected device is overloaded.

MUTE Information (F)

The audio output is muted. The status LED ring (11) is lit red. Since power and the RF section remain ON, no unwanted noise will become audible from the sound system when you mute the audio signal.

Antenna Information

The DSR 700 receiver has an integrated antenna splitter and operates with a special digital true-diversity design. The antenna display information (H) indicates the active antenna.

Status & Warning Information

The STATUS & Warning Information gives you a visual warning to alert you to when selectable critical system conditions occur. If one of the selected conditions occurs, the LED ring (11) around the SETUP control will change from green to red and a warning message will appear on the display that describes the current fault condition. The warning messages appear in the order of priority. Depending on the warning, a big information (1 st

row) is permanent or only for 5 sec. visible. A small information (2 nd

row) is active as long as the warning is not confirmed. The selected warning functions are active in LOCK and ACTIVE mode. To delete a warning message from the display, press the SETUP control briefly.

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Status Information in order of priority:

1. LOW BAT: Transmitter battery capacity is low. Permanent big warning and red LED ring

2. AF CLIP: Audio overload of transmitter’s A/D converter. The Red LED ring lights and a big warning message lasts for 5 sec. or as long as this condition occurs. Small warning message in main window lasts until the warning is deleted.

3. RF LOW: The field strength of the received RF signal is so low that the receiver’s audio output is muted to prevent unwanted noise. Red LED ring and big warning lasts for 5 sec. or as long as this occurs. Small warning in main window lasts until the warning is deleted.

LOW BATT: RF Low: Antenna Error: Audio Clip:

Warning Information in order of priority:

1. INTERFERE: Signal interference from other wireless systems, TV, radio, CB radios, or defective electrical appliances or installations is detected.

2. ENCRYPTION: The Encryption scheme is not set properly.

Interference Encryption Error:

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7. DSR 700 Menu

CH1/CH2

BACK

SELECT BACK

Searching and setting free carrier frequencies

SELECT BACK

Setting parameter manually

Synchronize channel

SELECT BACK

Setting audio effects: gain, low cut, EQ, compressor and limiter

SELECT BACK

Searching frequency band for active radio frequencies.

SELECT BACK

Checking RF reception area

SELECT BACK

General Settings

SELECT BACK

Scanning the channel groups to find, set and synchronize free channels

List of last scan result

Setting group and channel manually

Setting audio effects Searching entire frequency band

Start a new scan to find another set of free channels

Setting frequency manually

Assigning a name for the channel

Setting audio output level Searching only a certain part of the frequency band

Adjusting headphone volume

Setting transmitter

RF output power

Checking RF reception area

Programming a visual warning for critical conditions

Setting spezial frequency presets

Changing the display appearance

Changing the display contrast

Turning ON/OFF encryption Reseting all parameters to their default values

Deactivate the transmitter audio mute button

Calling up software and hardware information

Synchronize all values of the transmitter via infrared

Quicksetup – Menu

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Channel – Menu

AUDIO – Menu

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Envir. Scan – Menu

Rehearsal – Menu

Utility – Menu

General Settings

SELECT BACK

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Programming a visual warning at critical conditions

SELECT

BACK Warning: no RF reception of transmitter

SELECT: select/store

: ON/OFF

SELECT

Warning: transmitter remaining battery capacity is low

SELECT: select/store

: ON/OFF

SELECT

Warning: audio overload at transmitter input A/D converter

SELECT: select/store

: ON/OFF

SELECT

Warning: receiver has a problem with an antenna input

SELECT: select/store

: ON/OFF

Setting spezial frequency presets

SELECT

BACK Setting standard or spezial frequency presets

SELECT: select/store

: Country

Changing the display appearance

Changing the display contrast

SELECT

BACK Switching between 4 given appearances

SELECT: select/store

: Mode

SELECT

BACK Selecting display contrast

SELECT: select/store

: Value

Reseting all parameters to their default values

Calling up software and hardware information

SELECT

BACK Reseting all parameters to their default values

: YES/NO

SELECT

BACK

Software and hardware version

Last 25 warnings

SELECT

BACK : Navigate

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8. DPT 700 / DHT 700 Menu

Standard Startup

ON/OFF Button

Preset Mode

Silent Mode Startup

ON/OFF & MUTE Button

Frequency Mode

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9. Function Description

Quicksetup

The DSR 700 is designed for use in large multi-channel systems. To find intermodulation-free carrier frequencies quickly and easily, we recommend using the QUICKSETUP function to find all required channel from the same Group within the same Preset. To start the QUICK SETUP, push the START

SETUP Menu, set the required channel number and if frequency ranges and start the scan. The scan procedure can take up to one minute. The CHANNEL LIST shows you the free channels in a user-friendly list. To assign and synchronize a free channel to the receiver you can use the channel button. Use the

CONTINUE SCAN sub-menu to search for other frequencies

Channel Menu

All channel-specific parameters like GROUP/CHANNEL, FREQUENCY, NAME, TRANSMISSION

POWER, ENCRYPTION and MUTE LOCK can be set and adjusted manually.

Group and Channel

The DSR 700 receiver provides frequency groups with specially-calculated frequencies. In the

GROUP/CHANNEL menu you can set and synchronize a channel(frequency) manually. Make certain that all selected channel are from the same Group within the same Preset. To find free channels we recommend using the QUICKSETUP function.

Frequency

Using the FREQUENCY sub-menu, the DSR 700 receiver allows frequency adjustments in 25-kHz-steps.

Name

You can enter any name (the name of performer or instrument, etc) for each channel.

Transm. Power

The TRANSM.POWER sub-menu lets you adjust the RF output power of the synchronized transmitter.

Encryption

If you turn on the encryption function, the receiver will calculate a unique key every time that you synchronize the transmitter. The receiver uploads the key during the infrared synchronization with the transmitter. You can not readout the encryption key and it is not possible to set two transmitters to the same key! If you have to work with a backup transmitter you must turn off the signal encryption.

Mute Lock

The MUTE LOCK deactivates the mute button on the transmitter. You can override the transmitter if you set the MUTE LOCK at the receiver afterwards!

Synchronization

During the infrared synchronization the receiver overwrites all previously-set values (Group/Channel, frequency, name, transmission power, encryption key, and mute lock) of the transmitter.

To program the transmitter to previously-set values, start the transmitter synchronization in the receiver menu and point the infrared sensor (4) on the transmitter at the infrared emitter (8) on the receiver from a distance of 4 inches/10 cm max.

AUDIO Menu

DSP

The built-in digital signal processor allows you to control your audio signal directly in the receiver with common processing features. The following dynamics processors are available:

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Input gain (gain)

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Low cut (frequency)

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3-Band Equalizer (low gain, mid gain, mid-frequency, high gain)

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Compressor (threshold, ratio, gain, attack & release time)

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Limiter (threshold)

All values can be stored with a freely-selectable name in one of the nine profiles.

Attention! Profiles affect the settings on both channels! Changes effect both channels and all values stored in profiles previously will be overwritten!

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DSP Profile - Factory default values

No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8 mit

Profil

Handheld

Headset

C555L

Handheld

Headset

C555L

Instrument

Microphone

Bodypack

Guitar mit

Bodypack

Display

Present HT

Present PT

Present C555

Music HT

Music PT

Music C555

Instru PT

Guitar PT

User

Amateure,

Powerpoint,

Kirche,

Ansprache

Profi, SängerIn

Rockband,

Karaoke, Musical

Profi+Amateure,

Trompete, Tuba,

Drums

E-Gitarre,

Bassgitarre,aktiv e Akustikgitarre

Input Gain

[dB]

20

25

15

10

20

10

20

0

Low Cut

Freq.

[Hz]

77

40

40

40

OFF

Low

[dB]

0

Equalizer

Mid

[dB]

MidFreq

[kHz]

High

[dB]

Threshold

[dB]

0

OFF

OFF

OFF

1.0

3.0

-30

-25

-25

Compressor

Ratio

Gain

[dB]

Attack

[ms]

Limiter

Release

[ms]

Threshold

[dB]

2.1:1

1.5:1

1.5:1

3

5

5

OFF

OFF

1

6

6

71

207

207

0

9

9

DSP Button

The DSP button provides a bypass function for LOW CUT, EQ, COMPRESSOR and LIMITER for both channels separately.

Output Gain

For matching the receiver’s BALANCED output level to the input gain of the connected equipment . If you are using the MIC input of your mixer, the LINE 0 dB level might overload the input. In that case, set the receiver’s output gain to MIC -30 dB to reduce the output level. The UNBALANCED line output level is not adjustable

Environment Scan

The Environment Scan function converts the receiver into a spectrum analyzer. The UNLIMITED SCAN automatically searches the receiver's entire frequency band ±6 MHz for active radio frequencies. The

LIMIT SCAN provides the possibility of scanning only a part of the receiver’s frequency range. During the search, the audio output is muted and the display shows a frequency graph. You can navigate (CW, CCW) and zoom (push) through the graph by using the SETUP Wheel.

Rehearsal – Sound Check

The Rehearsal Scan function converts the receiver to an RF recorder to check the RF level in your reception area. Start this function and walk around the desired coverage area with the synchronized transmitter. The graphic display shows you the received signal level in time. To mark some positions, you can use the transmitter MUTE button to set markers on the receiver display. You can navigate (CW, CCW) and zoom (push) through the graph by using the SETUP Wheel. The received signal level should never drop below -85 dBm. You can optimize signal reception by changing the position of the connected antennas.

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Utilities Menu

Status

The STATUS sub-menu lets you activate a visual warning that alerts you when there are problems with selected critical system conditions. If one of the selected conditions occurs, the LED ring around the

SETUP control will change from green to red and a warning message will appear on the display that describes the problematic condition. The warning messages appear in the order of priority. Depending on the warning, a big information message lasts only for 5 sec. visible. A smaller information message stays active until it is confirmed.

The selected warning functions are active in LOCK and ACTIVE modes. To delete a warning message from the display, press the SETUP control briefly.

Status Information in order of priority

LOW BAT

Transmitter’s remaining battery capacity is low. Permanent big warning and red LED ring.

AF CLIP

Audio overload of the transmitter’s A/D converter. Reduce the audio input level. Red LED ring and big warning lasts for 5 sec. or as long as the condition occurs. Small warning in the main window lasts until it is deleted.

RF LOW

The field strength of the received RF signal is so low that the receiver’s audio output is muted to prevent unwanted noise. Red LED ring and big warning for 5 sec. or as long as occur. Small warning in main window as long as not deleted.

ANT ERROR

The same antenna has been active for at least one minute. Check if antenna cable is broken or wrong connected. Red LED ring and big warning for 5 sec. Small warning in main window as long as not deleted.

Country

When you turn the receiver on for the first time, the receiver will ask you to set a country.

Normally you should use SD (Standard), EU (EUROPE) or US (USA). Only for special countries does the internally-stored frequency presets have to be adjusted. In that case, these countries can be set.

Otherwise, please use the SD setting.

Display-Mode

This menu lets you change the display appearance. You can choose from 4 different displays:

MAIN: GROUP/CHANNEL: FREQUENCY: NAME :

Display Contrast

The Display Contrast sub-menu allows you to adjust the contrast of the display for use in different lighting conditions

Factory Reset

The Factory Reset sub-menu allows you to reset all parameters to their default values.

Info

The INFO sub-menu lets you call up software and hardware information about your receiver and the synchronized transmitter.

Warning List

WARNING LIST stores the last 25 warnings.

10.

Cleaning

Use a soft cloth moistened with water to clean the surfaces of the equipment.

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11. Troubleshooting

Problem

No sound

Possible Cause / Remedy

•

Interference from other wireless systems, TV, radio, CB radios, defective electrical appliances or wiring.

•

Transmitter is tuned to different frequency than receiver.

•

Transmitter is "OFF" or transmitter MUTE switch set to "MUTE".

•

Power cord is not connected to receiver and/or the power outlet.

•

Receiver is OFF.

•

Receiver is not connected to the sound system.

•

Microphone or instrument is not connected to bodypack transmitter

•

Transmitter batteries are not inserted properly.

•

Transmitter batteries/battery pack dead.

•

Transmitter is too far away from receiver

•

Obstructions between transmitter and receiver are blocking the signal.

•

Receiver is invisible from transmitter location.

•

Receiver too close to metal objects.

•

Software of the transmitter and receiver do not match.

Distortion

•

Gain Setting are not set properly.

•

DSP settings are not set properly.

Momentary loss of sound

("dropouts") at some points within performance area.

•

Relocate receiver or re-orient the antennas. If dead spots persist, mark and avoid them.

•

Transmitter is too far away from receiver.

Status / Error / Warning

RF LOW

Problem / Remedy

•

The field strength of the received RF signal is so low that the receiver audio output is muted to prevent unwanted noise. Re-locate receiver or use remote antennas

•

Audio overload of transmitter A/D converter. Reduce the audio input level.

AF CLIP

ANT ERROR

•

The same antenna has been active for at least one minute. Check if antenna cable(s) are broken or incorrectly-connected.

•

Transmitter battery capacity is low.

LOW BATT

SYSTEM ERROR

•

Internal software error: Switch power to receiver OFF and back ON after about 10 seconds. If the problem persists, contact your AKG Service Center.

RF ERROR / PLL ERROR

•

Receiver cannot lock on to the selected frequency. Confirm error (short push of SETUP-wheel) and select a different frequency. If problem persists, contact your AKG Service Center.

UPDATE FIRMWARE

INTERFERE ERROR

•

System is ready for software update. Switch power to receiver OFF and back ON after about

10 seconds. If problem persists, contact your AKG Service Center.

•

Transmission is being interfered from other wireless systems, TV, radio, CB radios, or defective electrical appliances or installations. Change frequency or switch off interfering device.

ENCRYPTION!

•

Encryption is not set properly. Synchronize transmitter.

•

Interference from other DMS 700 transmitter.

SYNC Information Problem / Remedy

•

Transmitter frequency band does not match the receiver’s frequency band.

WRONG DEVICE

•

Error in transmitter ID data. If the problem occurs frequently, contact your AKG Service Center

ERROR DEVICE

•

No infrared data detected.

TIMEOUT

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12. Specifications

General – DMS 700 Digital Microphone System

Carrier frequency range

Switching bandwidth

Audio bandwidth

T.H.D.

Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted)

Audio sampling

Modulation

Bit rate

Compression

Latency

Encryption

Temperature range

548.1 to 864.9 MHz

≤ 155 MHz (country dependent)

35 – 20 000 Hz (±3B)

≤ 0.02 %

Analog: XLR balanced typ. 115 dB(A)

Digital: AES3 typ. 120 dB(A)

32 Bit / 44.1 kHz

Digital

< 200 kbps

AKG premium audio compression technology

4 ms

YES

14 – 131°F / -10 – 55°C

DSR 700 – Digital True Diversity Receiver

Carrier frequency range

Switching Bandwidth

Channels

Sensitivity

Image & Spurious Rejection

Receiver type

Diversity system

Antenna inputs

Audio outputs

Audio output level

Low cut

Equalizer

Compressor

Limiter

Transmitter battery meter

PC interface

Power supply

Dimensions

Net weight

Band 1: 548.1 to 697.9 MHz

Band 2: 710.1 to 861.9 MHz, 863.1 to 864.9 MHz

≤ 155 MHz (country dependent)

2 (Dual Receiver)

10dB µ V / -97dBm

≥ 95dB super heterodyne digital true diversity

2 x 50 Ω BNC female connector

2 x analog: XLR sockets balanced

2 x analog: ¼ inch / 6.3mm jack sockets unbalanced

1 x digital: AES3 XLR socket (48 kHz) with Wordclock IN (BNC, 48 kHz)

XLR balanced: +12 dBu (max.)

0 – 300 Hz

3 Band (Parameter: low gain, mid gain, mid frequency, high gain) dBx (parameter: gain, threshold, ratio, attack, release) dBx (parameter: threshold)

7- digit transmitter battery information

Ethernet via HUB 4000 Q, HiQnet System Architect Software

90 – 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.4A

Standard 1U- rack

18.9 (W) x 1.7(H) x 7.87 (D)inch / 480 (W) x 43 (H) × 200 (D)mm

81oz / 2.3kg

DPT 700 – Digital Bodypack Transmitter

Carrier frequency range

Switching bandwidth

RF output power

Spurious

Antenna

Audio input

Battery life

Dimensions

Net weight

Band 1: 548.1 to 697.9 MHz

Band 2: 710.1 to 861.9 MHz, 863.1 to 864.9 MHz

≤ 155 MHz (country dependent)

10, 20, 30, 50mW (ERP max.) software adjustable (country dependent)

≤ -70 dBc

¼- wave antenna

TB3M / 3-pol. mini-XLR socket (max. 2.5Vrms)

≥ 8 Std. with 2x 1.5V LR6 AA batteries

≥ 8 Std. with 2x 1.2V AA rechargeable batteries (NiMH, >2100 mAh)

3.3(W)x2.5(H)x0.86(D)inch / 83.5(W)×64.1(H)x22(D)mm

2.9oz / 82g without batteries

DHT 700 – Digital Handheld Transmitter

Carrier frequency range

Switching Bandwidth

RF output power

Spurious

Band 1: 548.1 to 697.9 MHz

Band 2: 710.1 to 861.9 MHz, 863.1 to 864.9 MHz

≤ 155 MHz (country-dependent)

10, 20, 30, 50mW (ERP max.) software-adjustable (country-dependent)

≤ -70 dBc

Antenna

Microphone element

Max. SPL

Battery life

Built-In helical antenna

DHT 700 D5 – dynamic-microphone (super cardioid)

DHT 700 C5 – condenser-microphone (cardioid)

DHT 700 D5 ≤ 140 dB SPL

DHT 700 C5 ≤ 140 dB SPL

≥ 8 Std. with 2x 1.5V LR6 AA batteries

≥ 8 Std. with 2x 1.2V AA rechargeable batteries (NiMH, >2100 mAh)

2( Φ )×9.1(L)inch / 52( Φ )×231(L)mm Dimensions

Net weight 11.8oz / 336g

This equipment conforms to the standards listed in the Declaration of Conformity. To order a free copy of the Declaration of Conformity, visit http://www.akg.com or contact [email protected].

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AKG Acoustics GmbH

Lemböckgasse 21–25, A-1230 Vienna/AUSTRIA, phone: (+43-1) 86654-0*

E-mail: [email protected]

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Specifications subject to change without notice

Printed in China. 01/07/9100 U 1286