Sam Ash Music AF1N Airline 77 Wireless Microphone Transmitter User Manual

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Introduction 3

QuickStart 4

Guided Tour - CR77 Receiver 6

Guided Tour - AF1 / AG1 Transmitter 9

Setting Up and Using Your AirLine System 11

Specications 47

Channel Plan 49

FRANCAIS

Introduction 14

Prise en main 15

Visite guidée – Récepteur CR77 17

Visite guidée – Emetteur AF1 / AG1 20

Conguration et utilisation du système AirLine 22

Spécications 47

Tableau de conversion de fréquence 49

Samson Technologies Corp.

45 Gilpin Avenue

Hauppauge, NY 11788-8816

Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766)

Fax: 631-784-2201

www.samsontech.com

Table of Contents

DEUTSCHE

Einleitung 25

Schneller Einstieg 26

Übersicht - Empfänger CR77 28

Übersicht - Sender AF1 / AG1 31

AirLine System einrichten und einsetzen 33

Technische Daten 47

Frequenzzuordnung der Empfangskanäle 49

ESPANOL

Introducción 35

Arranque rápido 36

Recorrido guiado – Receptor CR77 39

Recorrido guiado – Transmisor AF1 / AG1 42

Ajuste y uso de su sistema AirLine 44

Especicaciones 47

Tabla de conversión de frecuencias 49

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Samson AirLine

Welcome to Samson AirLine—the wireless system for the new millennium! Wireless microphone and instrument systems were originally

developed to eliminate cables, providing unparalleled freedom of movement. AirLine takes this concept to a new level with transmitters so

small, lightweight and aerodynamic, they are nearly invisible, providing a completely “hassle-free” user experience. To create the world’s

smallest wireless transmitters, we developed new proprietary technology. Featuring miniaturized circuitry and the ability to operate on

a single tiny AAA battery (with 14 hours typical battery life), these transmitters also provide significantly improved wireless reception and

sound quality.

The Samson AirLine UHF guitar system detailed in this manual is designed to replace the cable between your electric guitar or bass and

your onstage amplifier or PA mixer, freeing you to roam the stage or even visit the audience in the middle of your performance! It operates

in the uncrowded 801 - 805 MHz UHF frequency range and contains and either of two plug-in micro-

transmitter models—an AF1 (designed to fit the recessed style jack in Fender Stratocaster™-type guitars) or an AG1 (which fits all other

standard end-mount guitar jacks).

In this manual, you’ll find a more detailed description of the features of your AirLine system, as well as a guided tour through all compo-

nents, step-by-step instructions for setting up and using your system and full specifications. If your AirLine system was purchased in the

United States, you’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—don’t forget to fill it out and mail it! This will enable you to receive online technical

support and will allow us to send you updated information about this and other Samson products in the future. If your AirLine system was

purchased outside of the U. S., contact your local distributor for warranty details. Also, be sure to check out our website (http://www.sam-

sontech.com) for complete information about our full product line.

SPECIAL NOTE for U.S. purchasers: Should your AirLine system ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) is necessary.

Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. If your AirLine system was purchased in the United States, please call Samson at 1-800-

372-6766 for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your system. If possible, return the unit in its original carton and packing

materials. If your AirLine system was purchased outside of the U. S., contact your local distributor for information.

Samson AirLine

Introduction

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If you’ve had some prior experience using wireless systems, these QuickStart instructions will get you up and running with your AirLine

UHF guitar system in a matter of minutes! Detailed instructions for setting up and using your AirLine system can be found on page 12 of

this manual, and the “Guided Tour” sections on pages 4 - 11 provide full descriptions of all AirLine component controls and displays.

1. Make sure that the supplied receiver and AF1 or AG1 transmitter are factory preset to the same channel.

2. Physically place the receiver on the ground in front of you. Extend its antennas vertically and spread the tips horizontally outwards

approximately 5 inches.

3. Set the power switch on your AF1 or AG1 transmitter to the “off” position (away from the arrow) and place a fresh AAA battery in it. Then

turn the transmitter back on momentarily; its LED will flash once and then go off if the battery is sufficiently strong. Once battery strength is

verified, turn the transmitter off again, then plug it into your electric guitar or bass.

4. Turn your audio system off and make the physical cable connection between the receiver¡¯s balanced or unbalanced output jack (if necessary,

both can be used simultaneously) and a mic level audio input of your amplifier or mixer. If your system contains a CR77,be sure to set

its Audio Output Level switch correctly.

5. Turn your amplifier or mixer off and make the physical cable connection between an audio input and the CR77 output jack .

6. Turn the Level knob on the CR77 completely counterclockwise, then turn its power on; the “Power” LED will light steadily green.

7. Turn on your AF1 or AG1 transmitter. The “TX/Peak” LED on the CR77 receiver should light steadily green, indicating that it is receiving

valid RF signal and is placed and positioned correctly.

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8. Turn on the connected amplifier or mixer but keep its volume all the way down. Set the output level of your instrument to maximum

and begin playing at a normal performance level while observing the "TX/Peak" LED. If the LED lights red (indicating a Peak condition)

even with the level control fully counterclockwise, engage the 15 dB pad on the transmitter. If not, slowly turn the Level control clock-

wise to the point where the “TX/Peak” LED occasionally blinks red during the very loudest passages, then back it off just slightly. Finally,

raise the level of your connected amplifier and/or mixer until the desired volume is reached.

9. Do a walkaround through the intended area of coverage while observing the receiver’s “TX/Peak” LED; it should continue to be lit steadily

green, indicating sufficient RF reception in all areas of coverage. If not, reposition the CR77 or its antennas as necessary.

10. If you hear any spurious noise from the receiver output when the transmitter is turned off, use the supplied plastic screwdriver to adjust

the Squelch control, slowly turning it clockwise to the point at which the noise disappears.

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1: Antennas (A and B) - The anten-

na mountings allow full rotation

for optimum placement. In normal

operation, both Antenna A (the

antenna on the left) and Antenna

B (the antenna on the right) should

be placed in a vertical position.

Both antennas can be folded inward

for convenience when transporting

the CR77. See the “Setting Up and

Using the AirLine System” section on

page 12 in this manual for informa-

tion about antenna installation and

positioning.

2: Volume control - This knob sets

the level of the audio signal being output through both the balanced and unbalanced output jacks on the rear panel (see #2 and #4 on

page 9 in this manual). Reference level is obtained when the knob is turned fully clockwise (to its “10” setting).

3: Audio Meter - - This “ladder” display (similar to the VU bar meter used on audio devices) indicates the strength of the incoming audio

signal. When the “0” segment is lit, the incoming signal is optimized at unity gain; when the “+6” segment is lit, the signal is overloading.

When only the left-most “-20” segment is lit, the incoming signal is at just 10% of optimum strength. If no segments are lit, little or no signal

is being received. See the “Setting Up and the AirLine System” section on page 12 in this manual for more information.

Guided Tour - CR77 Receiver / Front Panel

ANT. A ANT. B

VOLUME

POWER

RF METERAUDIO METER dB

0 10 25 50 75 1000 +3 +6-5-10-20

ANT. A ANT. B

SQUELCH

MIN

CR77 UHF TRUE DIVERSITY RECEIVER

MAX

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4: Squelch control - This control determines the maximum range of the CR77 before audio signal dropout. Although it can be adjusted

using the supplied plastic screwdriver, it should normally be left at its factory setting. See the “Setting Up and Using the AirLine System”

section on page 12 in this manual for more information.

5: A/B Receiver LEDs - When signal is being received, one of these will be lit green, showing you whether the (left) “A” or (right) “B” receiver

is currently being used. The CR77 constantly scans its two antennas and automatically selects whichever is receiving the strongest, clearest

signal. This True Diversity switching is completely inaudible, but it effectively increases overall range while virtually eliminating potential

interference and phase cancellation problems.

6: RF (Radio Frequency) Level meter - This “ladder” display (similar to the VU bar meter used on audio devices) indicates the strength of

the incoming radio signal. When the “100%” segment is lit, the incoming RF signal is fully modulated and at optimum strength. When only

the second most left-most “10%” segment is lit, the incoming signal is at just 10% of optimum strength. If no segments are lit, little or no

signal is being received. See the “Setting Up and Using the AirLine System” section on page 12 in this manual for more information.

8: Power switch - Use this to turn the CR77 power on and off. When the receiver is on, the internal Power LED is lit.

Guided Tour - CR77 Receiver / Front Panel

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1: DC input - Connect the supplied 12

volt 160 mA power adapter here, using

the strain relief as shown in the illustra-

tion below. WARNING: Do not substi-

tute any other kind of power adapter;

doing so can cause severe damage to

the CR77 and will void your warranty.

2: Unbalanced output* - Use this

unbalanced high impedance (5K Ohm)

1/4" jack when connecting the CR77

to consumer (-10) audio equipment.

Wiring is as follows: tip hot, sleeve

ground.

3: Audio Output Level switch - Sets

the audio output level attenuation of

the balanced output (see #4 below) to

-20 dBm (line level) or -40 dBm (mic

level). See “Setting Up and Using the

AirLine System” on page 12.

4: Balanced output* - Use this electronically balanced low impedance (600 Ohm) XLR jack when connecting the CR77 to professional (+4)

audio equipment. Pin wiring is as follows: Pin 1 ground, Pin 2 high (hot), and Pin 3 low (cold).

* If required, both the unbalanced and balanced outputs can be used simultaneously.

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Note: The AF1 and AG1 transmitters are functionally identical apart from the angling of the 1/4” plug. For purposes of illustration,

only the AF1 is shown on these pages.

1: Plug - Insert this standard 1/4” plug into your electric guitar or electric bass. Note that the angling of the plug is different in the AF1

(which is designed to be used with instruments that have Fender Stratocaster™-type recessed jacks) than in the AG1 (which is designed to

be used with all other instruments that have end mount-jacks).

2: Power / Battery LED - This LED flashes once when the AF1 or AG1 is first turned on and lights steadily red when there are less than 2

hours of battery power remaining, indicating that the battery needs to be changed. In order to avoid compromising audio fidelity (or hav-

ing the AF1 / AG1 stop working completely), you should always replace the battery with a fresh one immediately whenever this LED lights

red.

Guided Tour - AF1 / AG1 Transmitters

POWER15dB PAD

AF1

4 5

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Guided Tour - AF1 / AG1 Transmitters

3: 15 dB Pad - Move this switch in the direction of the arrow to

reduce the output of the AF1 or AG1 by 15 dB when your instru-

ment is putting out too hot a signal. See the “Setting Up and Using

the AirLine System” section on page 12 in this manual.

4: Power switch - Move this switch in the direction of the arrow to

turn power to the AF1 or AG1 on; move it away from the arrow to

turn power off.

5: Antenna - This permanently attached flexible antenna should be

fully extended during normal operations. See the “Setting Up and

Using the AirLine System” section on page 2 in this manual for more

information about antenna positioning.

6: Battery cover - Pull back gently on this cover at the ribbing and

pry upwards to remove. See the “Setting Up and Using the AirLine

System” section on page 12 in this manual.

7: Battery compartment - Insert a standard AAA alkaline battery

here, being sure to observe the plus and minus polarity mark-

ings shown. We recommend the Duracell type battery. Although

rechargeable Ni-Cad batteries can be used, they do not supply

adequate current for more than four hours. WARNING: Do not

insert the battery backwards; doing so can cause severe damage to

the AF1 / AG1 and will void your warranty.

POWER

15dB PAD

AF1

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The basic procedure for setting up and using your AirLine System takes only a few minutes:

1. For your AirLine system to work correctly, both the receiver and transmitter must be set to the same channel. Remove all packing mate-

rials (save them in case of need for future service) and check to make sure that the supplied receiver and AF1 or AG1 transmitter are set

to the same channel (a complete channel plan is printed on page 59 in this manual). If these channels do not match, contact your distribu-

tor or, if purchased in the United States, Samson Technical Support at 1-800-372-6766.

2. Physically place the receiver on the ground in front of you. It works best in this position. The general rule of thumb is to maintain

“line of sight” between the receiver and transmitter so that the person using the transmitter can see the receiver.

3. Extend the antennas and spread the tips horizontally outwards approximately 5 inches.

4. Make sure the Power On-Off switch in your AF1 or AG1 transmitter is set to “Off” and that the 15 dB pad is also Off (switch away from

the direction of the arrow). Pull back gently on the AF1 or AG1 battery cover at the ribbing and pry it upwards to remove it. Please use

care when opening this cover as undue force can damage it. Install a fresh AAA alkaline battery in the battery compartment, being sure to

observe the polarity markings. Then carefully replace the battery cover and gently press down on it until it clicks. Momentarily turn on the

power to the transmitter by sliding its Power on-off switch in the direction of the arrow; the “Power/Battery” LED will flash if the battery is

sufficiently strong (if it lights steadily, the battery has less than 2 hours of power remaining and should be replaced). Once battery strength

is verified, turn the transmitter off again and plug it into your electric guitar or bass.

5. With the Power switch on the set to the "Off" position (away from the arrow).

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6. Make the physical cable connection between the output jack and an audio input of your amplifier or mixer. Leave your amplifier or

mixer off at this time.

7. Turn the Level knob on the completely counterclockwise, then slide its Power switch in the direction of the arrow to turn it on. The

“Power On” LED will light steadily green.

8. Turn on the power to the transmitter. The “TX / Peak” LED on the receiver should now light steadily green, indicating that it is receiv-

ing valid RF signal and is placed and positioned correctly.

9. Now it’s time to set the audio levels. Turn on your amplifier and/or mixer but keep its volume all the way down. Set the output level

of your electric guitar or bass to maximum and begin playing it at a normal performance level while observing the CR77 “ TX/Peak” LED. If

the LED lights red (indicating a Peak condition) even with the CR77 Level control fully counterclockwise, engage the 15 dB pad on your

transmitter by sliding the switch in the direction of the arrow. If not, slowly turn the Level control clockwise to the point where the "TX/

Peak” LED occasionally blinks red during the very loudest passages, then back it off just slightly; this will ensure maximum signal to noise

ratio. Finally, raise the level of your amplifier and/or mixer until the desired volume is reached.

10. If you hear distortion or the "TX/Peak" LED lights red even with the 15 dB pad engaged and the Level control at minimum (fully

counterclockwise), reduce the output level of your instrument until the LED no longer lights red. Conversely, if you hear a weak, noisy signal

at the desired volume level, make sure that your instrument is set to maximum output level, that the 15 dB pad is not engaged, and that the

Level control is turned up. When using instruments with active or high level pickups, the Level control should normally be set in the

marked region.

11. Temporarily turn down the level of your amplifier or mixer and turn off the power to your transmitter, leaving the receiver on.

Then restore the previously set level of your amplifier or mixer. With the transmitter off, the receiver output should be totally silent; if it is,

skip ahead to the next step. If it isn’t (that is, if you hear some noise), you may need to adjust the Squelch control. When the Squelch

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control is at its minimum setting, the AirLine system always provides maximum range without dropout; however, depending upon the par-

ticular environment your system is used in, you may need to reduce that range somewhat in order to eliminate band noise when the AF1

or AG1 transmitter is turned off. To do so, use the provided screwdriver to rotate the Squelch control completely counterclockwise (to the

“Min” position), then slowly turn it clockwise until the noise disappears. If no noise is present at any position, leave it at its fully counter-

clockwise “Min” position (so as to have the greatest overall range available).

12. When first setting up your AirLine System in a new environment, it’s always a good idea to do a walkaround in order to make sure that

coverage is provided for your entire performance area. Accordingly, turn down the level of your audio system and turn on both the trans-

mitter and receiver. Then restore the level of your audio system and while playing your electric guitar or bass at a normal performance level,

walk through the entire area that will need to be covered. As you do so, observe the “TX/Peak” LED on the receiver to make sure that it

is steadily lit green, indicating that it is receiving sufficiently strong RF signal. Always try to minimize the distance between transmitter and

receiver as much as possible so that the strongest possible signal is received from all planned transmission points. In certain environments,

it may be desirable to angle the antennas differently from the vertical position.

If you have followed all the steps above and are experiencing difficulties, contact your local distributor or, if purchased in the United States,

call Samson Technical Support (1-800-372-6766) between 9 AM and 5 PM EST.

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Bienvenue sur Samson AirLine. Envolez-vous vers la liberté grâce aux systèmes sans fil du nouveau millénaire ! Les microphones et les sys-

tèmes d'instruments sans fil ont été développés à l'origine pour supprimer les câbles et offrir une complète liberté de mouvement. AirLine

franchit une nouvelle étape dans cette évolution en introduisant des émetteurs plus petits, légers et aérodynamiques, parfaitement discrets,

qui offrent enfin une réelle liberté aux interprètes et aux musiciens. La création d'émetteurs si compacts a nécessité le développement

d'une nouvelle technologie propriétaire : circuits miniaturisés et alimentation par une seule pile AAA (autonomie moyenne de 14 heures) ;

ces émetteurs améliorent en outre la qualité de réception sans fil et offrent une qualité sonore optimale. Qui plus est, le récepteur micro

conçu spécifiquement pour le système AirLine est en fait plus petit que l'émetteur sans fil classique !

Le système UHF AirLine Samson pour guitares présenté dans ce manuel est conçu pour se substituer au câble reliant la guitare ou la basse

aux amplificateurs de scène ou à la console de sonorisation. Vous pouvez ainsi parcourir toute la scène et descendre dans le public au

beau milieu d'un concert ! Le système utilise la bande de fréquences UHF 801 - 805 MHz particulièrement peu encombrée et intègre un

récepteur de type pédale ainsi que deux modèles d'émetteurs micro enfichables sur l'instrument : l'émetteur AF1 (conçu spécialement

pour les guitares avec défonce de type des Stratocasters™ Fender) et l'émetteur AG1 (conçu pour être branché à fleur sur la tranche ou sur le

corps de la guitare).

Ce manuel vous offre une description complète des spécificités de votre système AirLine par un tour d'horizon des différents composants

et des instructions pas à pas pour la configuration et l'utilisation de votre système ainsi qu'une présentation complète des caractéristiques

techniques. Pour les utilisateurs ayant acheté le système AirLine aux Etats-Unis, n'oubliez pas de retourner la carte de garantie fournie avec

l'appareil. Cette démarche vous permettra de bénéficier d'une aide en ligne et d'être tenu informé des évolutions du système et des autres

nouveautés Samson. Pour les utilisateurs n'ayant pas acheté le système AirLine aux Etats-Unis, contactez le distributeur de votre pays pour

obtenir de plus amples informations sur la garantie accordée. Consultez également notre site Internet (http://www.samsontech.com) pour

obtenir de plus amples informations sur la gamme complète de nos produits.

NOTE à l'attention exclusive des acheteurs aux Etats-Unis : Pour toute réparation de votre système AirLine, un numéro d'autorisation de

retour pour réparation (Return Authorization) vous sera demandé. Sans ce numéro, votre appareil ne pourra être pris en charge. Si vous

avez effectivement acheté le système AirLine aux Etats-Unis, contactez Samson au 1-800-372-6766 pour obtenir ce numéro de retour pour

réparation avant d'envoyer l'appareil. Réexpédiez si possible l'appareil dans son emballage et avec ses protections d'origine. Si vous vous

êtes procuré le système AirLine en dehors des Etats-Unis, contactez votre distributeur pour obtenir de plus amples informations à ce sujet.

Si vous possédez déjà une certaine expérience des systèmes sans fil, ces instructions de prise en main vous permettront de rendre opéra-

tionnel en quelques minutes seulement le système AirLine sans fil UHF pour guitares. Des informations plus complètes sur le système

Samson AirLine

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Samson AirLine

AirLine vous sont données en page 26 de ce manuel ; d'autre part, les sections de “tour d'horizon” en pages 18 - 25 vous présentent une

description complète des commandes, connecteurs et témoins des modèles AirLine.

1. Vérifiez que le récepteur et l'émetteur AF1 ou AG1 fournis sont bien réglés sur le même canal.

2. Installez le récepteur sur le sol, face à vous. Déployez les antennes à la verticale et écartez les pointes d’environ 12 cm.

3. Mettez l'émetteur AF1 ou AG1 hors tension en réglant l'interrupteur d'alimentation sur “Off” (pas sur la flèche) et installez une pile AAA

neuve. Replacez ensuite l'émetteur sous tension ; son témoin lumineux clignote une fois, puis s'éteint si la pile est suffisamment puissante.

Lorsque la puissance de la pile a été vérifiée, mettez l'émetteur hors tension et connectez votre guitare ou votre basse.

4. Ouvrez le compartiment à pile du récepteur et installez une pile neuve ; utilisez si vous le préférez l'alimentation optionnelle. Placez

temporairement l' sous tension pour vérifier si la pile a été correctement installée (ou si l'adaptateur est correctement connecté) ; le

témoin “On/Battery Low” doit s'allumer en vert et non en rouge. Placez enfin l' hors tension.

5. Placez votre amplificateur ou la console hors tension puis reliez la sortie du récepteur à une entrée audio.

6. Tournez le potentiomètre de réglage de niveau de l' complètement à gauche, puis placez-le sous tension ; le témoin “Power” doit

logiquement rester allumé en vert.

7. Placez l'émetteur AF1 ou AG1 sous tension. Le témoin “TX/Peak” du récepteur s'allume en vert s'il reçoit effectivement le signal HF

et s'il est correctement positionné.

Prise en main

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