Audix H60 Wireless microphone Handheld Transmitter User Manual

Audix Corporation Wireless microphone Handheld Transmitter Users Manual

Users Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions & Certifications 2
Introduction 3
Quick Set Up Guide 4
R41 Receiver Front Panel 8
R41 Receiver Back Panel 9
R41 LCD Display 10
H60 Handheld Transmitter 11
B60 Bodypack Transmitter 13
Receiver Menu Functions 14
Using the H60 Handheld Transmitter 17
Using the B60 Bodypack Transmitter 19
Performance Tips 21
Troubleshooting 22
Group/Channel Charts 23
Specifications 24
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of the Performance Series Wireless from Audix!
Your system is jam packed with features that will enable you to fine-tune the system as
needed. However, the best part of our design is that the system is simple to use. For most
applications, simply refer to the Quick Set Up Guide to get up and running (pg 4-7).
Please take a few minutes and read through this manual in order to familiarize yourself
with the system components and the menus. The menus are very intuitive and most
questions about operating the system will be answered by understanding the structure of
the menus.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read this instruction manual to ensure proper use and care of your system.
Quick Safety Tips
Unplug the receiver from the wall socket when not in use
Use only with the power supply provided
Keep away from water, moisture, heat generating devices and direct sunlight
Clean only with dry cloth
Do not block the receiver from ventilation
Use only with accessories produced by Audix
Operate and store in a safe temperature range 0°C (32°F) - 43°C (110°F)
CERTIFICATIONS
This product complies with FCC Part 74 regulations and conforms to CE standards.
Documentation available upon request. Operation of wireless devices may require a
license in your area. Please comply with regulations pertaining to your area. Users of
wireless microphones in the USA, on frequencies listed under FCC part 74.801, must
comply with eligibility and licensing requirements under FCC Part 74.834.
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2. Attach antennas to the back of the receiver. Keep antenna straight while screwing it
into the connector (2a). After attached, bend antennas into position (2b).
3. Connect power supply. Loop cable through the metal strain relief as shown prior to
connecting power supply to receiver.
2a
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2b
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QUICK SET UP GUIDE
Follow these instructions to get up and running in very little time.
1. Install 2 AA batteries in the handheld transmitter and bodypack. Refer to the
diagrams on the equipment to ensure batteries are positioned correctly.
1a 1b
a.) Handheld transmitter: Unscrew bottom portion of the transmitter to expose
battery holder. Push the first battery up through the housing with negative side
up. Place the second battery below the first with negative side up. The batteries are
spring loaded and will settle into place. Screw the cover back into place.
b.) Bodypack: With bodypack face down, push the spring release to the right to
open. Place left battery negative side up, and the right battery negative side down.
Snap the battery cover to close.
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6. Turn on receiver.
7. On receiver, press and hold the Up or Down button to trigger SCAN for a clear
group/channel. After 8-20 seconds a group/channel will appear on the receiver.
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8. Sync handheld transmitter to
receiver. Unscrew the battery cover
and locate the window housing infrared
device. From a close proximity (6 inches)
point the infrared window (located on
the opposite side of the batteries) towards
the infrared sensor next to the SYNC
button and press the SYNC button.
Within a few seconds the transmitter
group/channel and frequency will match
the receiver.
9. Sync bodypack transmitter to
receiver. From a close proximity
(6 inches) point the window below the
LCD screen on the bodypack towards the
infrared sensor next to the SYNC button
and press the SYNC button. Within a few
seconds the transmitter group/channel
and frequency will match the receiver.
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4. Connect receiver to mixer or amplifier. Make sure audio levels on the mixer are
muted or off. For guitar, use the 1/4" AF output (line level unbalanced, 4b). For all other
applications use the XLR output (mic level, 4a).
5. Turn on transmitter.
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4a 4b
QUICK SET UP GUIDE
R41 RECEIVER BACK PANEL
1 2 3 4 5
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1 BNC connector for Antenna B.
2 Ground lift switch to help eliminate
ground loops or noise from
other sources.
3 Mic level balanced XLR output for
connecting receiver to an audio mixer.
4 Unbalanced ¼ inch output for
connecting receiver to an amplifier.
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5 Metal strain relief. Allows power cable
to loop through for added security.
6 DC Power Jack for external
power supply (12V).
7 BNC connector for Antenna A.
R41 RECEIVER FRONT PANEL
1 2 3 4 5
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1 Power switch. Press for instant on.
Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn
system off.
2 Sync button. Automatically synchronizes
the transmitter to the receiver.
3 Infrared sensor. Sends data from receiver
to transmitter when sync function
is engaged.
4 High contrast LCD display. See Menu
Functions on page 14 for more details.
5 Up button. Only active in menu mode.
Scrolls forward through menus. Also acts
as “hot” key for autoscan when pushed
and held.
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6 Down button. Only active in menu
mode. Scrolls backwards through
menus. Also acts as “hot” key for
autoscan when pushed and held.
7 Set button. Press and hold to enter
the menu mode. Also used to save
settings, exit the menu mode and
toggle between "Frequency" and
"Group/Channel" for quick reference.
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H60 TRANSMITTER - HANDHELD
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4
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1 Grill ball. Protects capsule.
Replaceable part.
2 Capsule housing. Threads on to
body of the transmitter housing.
Interchangeable part.
3 Transmitter housing. Contains
PCB boards and electronics for
RF transmission.
4 LCD display. Indicates group/channel,
frequency and battery status.
5 Power on/off and mute button.
6 Battery cover. Must be opened to
replace batteries or change transmitter
power selection.
7 Transmitter antenna housing.
8 Power dip switch (pg 12).
9 Battery compartment.
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10 Infrared sync circuit.
The H60 is a 64MHz wide spectrum transmitter. It covers both A and B frequency groups (pg 23).
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R41 LCD DISPLAY
1 2 3
4 5 8
6 7
1 RF (Radio Frequency). Displays RF
signal strength.
2 AF (Audio Frequency). Displays audio
signal strength.
3 Indicates whether receiver is
unlocked or locked for security.
4 Indicates active group when display
is in Channel mode. Indicates active
frequency when display is in
Frequency mode.
5 Indicates active channel when display
is in Channel mode. Indicates active
frequency when display is in
Frequency mode.
6 Displays Level (receiver gain) or
Squelch (see Menu Functions, pg 14).
7 Battery level.
4 bars = 14 hours
3 bars = 9 hours
2 bars = 7 hours
1 bar = 3 hours
0 bars = 1 hour
8 Active antenna indicator (A or B).
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1 Infrared panel. Point towards the Sync
button on the receiver when locking
the transmitter to the receiver.
2 3-pin connector for microphone cable
or guitar cable.
3 LCD Display. Indicates group/channel,
frequency and battery status.
4 Power on/off and mute button.
Bottom
Top
5 Antenna. Plug into bodypack and
thread on and off. Replaceable part.
6 Set button. Use to enter menu and
save settings.
7 Up button. Scrolls forward
through menu.
8 Down button. Scrolls backwards
through menu.
9 Battery compartment.
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B60 BODYPACK - FRONT PANEL
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The B60 is a 64MHz wide spectrum transmitter. It covers both A and B
frequency groups (pg 23).
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H60 TRANSMITTER - BATTERY COMPARTMENT
H60 TRANSMITTER - TOP
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1 Houses AA batteries (see quick guide
for installation instructions).
1 Dip switch with choice of 3 output gain
settings for capsule (0 dB, -6 dB, -12 dB).
2 Dip switch to choose between
40 Milliwatt (HI) and 10 Milliwatt (LO)
power transmission.
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available in your system (see Appendix A). The SCAN function takes the guesswork out
of finding the best available frequency and is also handy for adding more systems into
the mix.
Group/Channel can also be controlled manually from the menu. Activate the menu (see
previous page). When GROUP appears, press SET. The current GROUP will be displayed.
Press either the UP or DOWN button to scroll to another GROUP and then press SET. The
new GROUP will be saved and will appear on left side of the display.
Hint: The word “Channel” will appear to the upper right of the number. This means the
display is in Channel mode. The menu displays Group/Channel as the default. Press the SET
button (quickly) and the Frequency will appear on the screen. After 5 seconds it will
default back to Group/Channel. To set frequency as the default display see "Display" (pg 16).
To change the channel, go to CHAN in the menu (it’s next in line after GROUP) and press
SET. The current channel will be displayed. Scroll through the channels and select the one
you want, then press SET. The same applies if "Frequency" has been selected as the default.
LEVEL
This setting allows for additional gain control over the receiver. The factory setting is +6,
a good gain setting for Audix dynamic microphones. The VX5 condenser has much more
output than a dynamic mic and is better suited in the -6 or -9 range.
Hint: The key to a good sound with the least amount of noise and distortion is finding
the balance between the mixer, the receiver and the capsule gain. A soft singer, for
example, will require more gain on the mixer and receiver which could potentially add
some noise into the system. Fine tuning the receiver setting can be helpful in these cases.
A loud singer, on the other hand, will require less gain and possibly a gain reduction on
the transmitter itself for control over distortion.
SQUELCH
Squelch is an important design facet of a wireless circuit. It mutes or suppresses noise
from the receiver in the absence of a desired signal. Typically, the lower the squelch, the
less signal it takes to activate the receiver. The higher or “tighter” the squelch, the higher
the signal required. Squelch also affects operating distance. Unless you run into extreme
conditions where you need more or less operating range than normal, we recommend
keeping the squelch around the factory setting of +15.
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RECEIVER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Activate Menu: To activate the menu, press the SET button until GROUP appears on
the display.
Scroll Through Menu: Each of the menu functions are displayed on the screen in the order
they appear in the grid above. To scroll through the menu press the UP button. Use the
Down button to scroll in reverse. For example, if you are on GROUP and want to quickly get
to T-LOCK, press the down button once.
MENU FUNCTIONS
GROUP/CHANNEL
These two functions work hand in hand as they represent preselected frequency
coordinates. See Appendix A for a table of coordinated frequencies. Each time a SCAN is
performed (by pressing and holding the UP or DOWN button), a clear group/channel will
be chosen and appear on the display. It will be one of the 106 predesignated frequencies
By understanding the menu structure it is easy to operate and make adjustments
to the system.
GROUP (1-10)
PILOT (ON, OFF) T-LOCK (ON, OFF)
SQUELCH (5 – 45)
CHANNEL (1-7)
SCAN (SCAN FOR
OPEN FREQUENCY)
DISPLAY
(FREQUENCY, CHANNEL,
SQUELCH, LEVEL)
LEVEL (-12 TO +9)
LOCK (ON, OFF)
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TLOCK
Transmitter lock. This functions disables the power and mute button on the handheld
transmitter. This helps prevent the transmitter from accidentally being muted or turned off
during a performance.
Hint: The bodypack has this feature built into the menu.
IMPORTANT
After making a change to one of the menu settings above, it is important to
RE-SYNC the microphone to the receiver in order to clear the previously
saved information.
USING THE H60 HANDHELD TRANSMITTER
POWER ON/ MUTE
The button below the display powers up the transmitter. To power off the transmitter,
press and hold the button for 2 seconds. A quick touch of the power button will mute the
transmitter. Another quick touch will restore signal. This is a noiseless function and is very
convenient for applications where a vocalist or presenter wants complete control of the
microphone.
LCD DISPLAY
The display indicates the frequency of the transmitter along with group/channel. In order
for the microphone to work, the frequency of the mic must match that of the receiver.
If they do not match, go into the SYNC mode (see Quick Start Guide, pg 4).
The same rules of acoustics that apply to a wired microphone also apply to the
handheld transmitter.
OM SERIES
The OM Series capsules are designed to maximize gain before feedback on stage. The
hypercardioid pickup pattern of the mics are designed to reject sound from instruments
on stage. For best results sing within a few inches of the microphone.
DISPLAY
There are two default options for the LCD screen: FREQUENCY or CHAN. Additionally, you
have a choice of displaying either SQELCH or LEVEL settings. Activate the menu screen
and scroll to DISPLY. Press SET and “Frequency” will flash. Press the UP button and “Channel”
will flash. Press the UP button and “SQ” (squelch) will flash. Press the UP button and “Level”
will flash.
Once you decide whether you want Frequency or Channel, as the default, press SET to
save it. If you choose Frequency, the receiver frequency will be displayed as the default. If
you choose Channel, then Group/Channel will be displayed as the default.
Hint: If “Frequency” is selected as the default, then by pressing the SET button quickly,
the Group/Channel info will be displayed for a few seconds. If “Channel” is selected as the
default, then by pressing the SET button quickly, the “Frequency” will be displayed for a
few seconds.
The option of showing either “Level” or “Squelch” is also available. Whatever settings
are chosen for those items will be displayed once selected and saved. “Level” is the
factory default.
LOCK
You can lock the receiver to prevent someone from accidentally pressing SCAN, SYNC or
the Power button. Once everything is set and working, this is recommended.
PILOT
This is an inaudible tone generated by the transmitter to the receiver as additional
insurance to keep the receiver from generating noise when there is no signal present.
The Pilot should be left on and only be turned off temporarily if troubleshooting the
system for problems.
SCAN
The option to perform a scan for a clear channel. The Audix Performance Series scan
feature performs a scan to find clear and open frequencies as well as compatible
frequencies when using multiple systems.
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SET
UP (forward)
DOWN (reverse)
USING THE B60 BODYPACK TRANSMITTER
There are three buttons that control the menu functions—SET, UP (forward) and DOWN
(reverse). The functions controlled by the buttons are RF AMP, GAIN and LOCK.
There are 3 menu functions:
RF AMP, GAIN, LOCK.
RF AMP
This controls the level of the
RF output. Lo = 10 Milliwatts or
High = 40 Milliwatts.
TO SET OUTPUT LEVEL
Press and hold the SET button until “RF AMP” appears on the display. Press the SET button
and the current setting will display (High or Lo). Press the UP button to toggle between
High = 40 milliwatt or Lo = 10 milliwatt. Press SET to save the setting.
Hint: The "Lo" gain setting is helpful on a smaller stage with direct line of sight or in areas
with a lot of wireless congestion. It also improves battery life.
GAIN
There are 3 relative gain settings: 0, -6, -12.
-12 and -6 are for microphones and 0 for guitar or bass. For active guitar or bass pickups a
lower setting may be preferable.
TO SET GAIN
Press and hold the SET button until “RF AMP” appears on the display. Press the UP button
once and “Gain” will appear on the screen. Press SET and the current setting will appear. Use
the UP or DOWN button to scroll through the settings. Press SET to save the one you want.
SETTING OUTPUT LEVEL
Choice of 10 Milliwatt or 40 Milliwatt RF transmission levels (pg 12).
VX5
The VX5 condenser has a more open supercardioid pickup pattern. The extended on-axis
reach is ideal for singer/songwriters, keyboard players and vocalists who want more
freedom to work the mic from a distance.
INTERCHANGEABLE CAPSULES
It is very easy to change a capsule assembly. Simply unscrew the capsule assembly at the
ring above the Audix logo.
Hint: Do not unscrew the grill ball as it is a separate threaded piece intended to be
removed separately from the capsule housing.
CONTROLLING DISTORTION
Audix capsules are designed to handle very high sound pressure levels without distortion.
If distortion is detected, try to minimize or eliminate it from the mixing console by turning
down the trim and gain controls. If distortion persists, there is a gain setting at the capsule.
First remove the capsule assembly. Locate the dip switch on the green PCB inside the
housing. Use a miniature screwdriver to move the switch from 0dB to -6 or -12.
Hint: Padding the sensitivity of the capsule at the source is the most effective way to
control distortion without changing the natural sound quality or response of
the microphone.
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DIP SWITCH
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CONNECTOR
The bodypack uses a mini 3-pin XLR connector for all microphones. Other brands of
microphones can be used with the Audix Performance System Wireless; however, it will be
necessary to rewire the microphone connector to a mini 3-pin XLR(f). In this case note the
following pin configuration:
PERFORMANCE TIPS
The best position for a wireless receiver is within line of sight whenever possible.
For more complex set ups, consider extending the antenna range by using either the
AB4161 antenna boosters or DA4161 active antennas.
High quality batteries will provide the best results for handheld and bodypack
transmitters. Rechargeable batteries typically have a shorter usage span. It is not possible
to use two sets of transmitters simultaneously on the same frequency. It will not work!
In fact, each time a scan is performed, the transmitter will always be tuned to the current
frequency on the receiver. When using dual systems, always scan each channel
independently from each other.
Pin 1: Ground
Pin 2: Bias (voltage)
Pin 3: Hot (signal)
LOCK
This disables the POWER button from being active. This prevents the bodypack from being
accidentally turned off or muted.
TO SET LOCK
Press and hold the SET button until “RF AMP” appears on the display. Press the UP button
twice and “Lock” will appear on the screen. Press the SET button and the current setting
will appear. Use the UP or DOWN button to scroll through “On” or “Off.” Press SET to save
the one you want.
THERE ARE THREE USES FOR THE BODYPACK TRANSMITTER:
1. Lavalier microphones 2. Headworn microphones
(ADX10, L5) (HT2, HT5, HT7)
3. Sax, brass, flute and guitar
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R41A GROUP/CHANNEL CHART (522 - 554)
12345678910
1 545.625 541.475 547.475 554.125 553.300 553.625 553.600 553.450 550.500 551.725
2 544.500 541.075 547.075 549.675 551.625 547.350 552.975 549.700 547.875 550.500
3 543.575 540.450 546.450 548.650 544.925 543.475 552.150 548.775 546.425 549.575
4 542.350 539.625 542.850 548.125 541.600 542.400 551.750 547.325 545.500 548.125
5 535.075 538.500 535.475 529.475 540.450 538.350 551.025 544.700 541.750 545.500
6 533.625 537.575 534.450 529.075 527.325 535.500 527.625 543.475 538.925 544.275
7 531.575 536.850 532.500 528.450 526.075 533.950 526.500 534.625 537.475 535.425
8 530.850 536.350 530.350 524.850 525.525 528.075 525.575 532.750 534.150 533.550
9 524.350 524.525 526.375 523.475 530.675 532.600 531.475
10 522.100 525.800 523.075 530.250 530.500 531.050
11 522.450 525.150 528.100 525.950
12 522.350 523.750 523.150
13 522.525
GROUP
CHANNEL
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R41B GROUP/CHANNEL CHART (554 - 586)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 583.475 585.575 584.500 584.675 584.400 584.825 583.350 584.675 585.375 584.400
2 583.075 584.850 578.125 582.600 582.350 579.125 581.600 582.600 584.500 582.350
3 582.450 559.600 571.450 579.400 581.475 578.625 573.825 581.750 581.150 581.475
4 581.625 558.975 565.600 571.600 579.125 574.475 572.800 579.400 580.600 579.125
5 580.500 557.750 564.975 570.975 577.600 567.550 571.550 578.375 579.200 578.100
6 579.575 557.025 564.150 570.150 576.975 566.000 570.775 577.150 578.125 577.100
7 578.350 555.675 563.025 569.750 576.150 561.100 569.050 576.650 577.450 576.375
8 554.650 561.675 569.025 575.025 557.075 565.700 575.300 576.100 575.850
9 560.125 567.675 573.675 555.300 561.075 574.450 575.250 574.825
10 566.125 572.125 571.450 572.250 573.475
11 564.700 565.500 572.850
12 562.600 563.400 570.050
13 561.050 561.850 564.525
14 556.275 557.075 562.450
15 554.250 560.575
GROUP
CHANNEL
*NOTE
Frequencies in the above chart may be selected by changing GROUP and CHANNEL options from the menu (pg 14).
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Receiver won’t power up Bad connection
Check your power cord to
make sure it's plugged
into the outlet and
receiver correctly
Transmitter will
not power up
Batteries
Make sure they are
installed correctly (pg 4)
Check the battery life indicator
on the transmitter
Lock mode may be on If T-Lock is on, change to off
(pg 16)
Transmitter
locked up Software glitch Re-load batteries in order to
clear memory
No RF signal
Transmitter is not synced
to receiver
Sync transmitter to
receiver (pg 7)
Receiver is out of range Reduce the distance
RF signal is weak
Antennas may not be
connected correctly
Adjust antennas or use remote
antennas
Possible frequency
interference from another
Wireless device
Re-scan and sync to another
frequency (pg 7) or try a lower
power setting if on a smaller
stage or venue (pg 12, 19)
No AF
Transmitter muted Check transmitter
on/off button
Transmitter battery
low or dead Replace battery
Receiver not hooked
up properly
Check cable connections on
both receiver and console also
check cable for continuity with
a cable tester
AF Signal distorted
Transmitter sensitivity setting
is too high
Reduce output level on
transmitter (pg 12-13)
Reposition vocal or
instrument mic
Receiver level too high Change gain level of receiver
(pg 15)
FCC Caution:
This device 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.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 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:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the
receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The SAR limit of USA (FCC) is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of
tissue. Device types H60 (FCC ID: UC7H60) has also been tested against
this SAR limit. The highest reported SAR values for 1g body-worn Tissue
is 0.05 W/kg, respectively. This device was tested for typical body-worn
operations with the back of the handset kept 5mm from the body. To
maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements, use
accessories that maintain a 5mm separation distance between the user's
body and the back of the handset. The use of belt clips, holsters and
similar accessories should not contain metallic components in its
assembly. The use of accessories that do not satisfy these requirements
may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, and should be
avoided.

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