Sam Ash Music VH200 Wireless Microphone System User Manual
Sam Ash Music Corporation Wireless Microphone System
User Manual
OWNER'S MANUAL
3Stage 200: Dual Handheld Wireless System
Important Safety Information
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK) AS THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRONIQUE -
NE PAS OUVRIR
If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a
separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that
requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.
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return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to
a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).
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disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery
and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.
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Please remember to respect the local regulations: Hand in the non-working electrical
equipment to an appropriate waste disposal center.
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Important Safety Information
FCC Rules and Regulations
Samson wireless receivers are certified under FCC Rules part 15 and transmitters are
certified under FCC Rules part 74.
Licensing of Samson equipment is the user’s responsibility and licensability depends on
the user’s classification, application and frequency selected.
NOTE: 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 device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be
installed and operated with a minimum distance of 5mm between the radiator and your
body.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications or change to this equipment. Such modifications or change
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This radio transmitter (identify the device by certification number or model number if
Category II) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types
listed below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included
in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are
strictly prohibited for use with this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS
standard(s).
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.
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Important Safety Information
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufac-
turer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polar-
ized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs,
convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use cau-
tion when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13. Unplug the apparatus during lightening storms, or when unused for long periods of
time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Service is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liq-
uid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no
object filled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
16. Caution-to prevent electrical shock, match wide blade plug wide slot fully insert.
17. Please keep a good ventilation environment around the entire unit.
18. The direct plug-in adapter is used as disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
19. Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
20. The AC plug considered as disconnect device of adapter.
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Congratulations on purchasing the Samson Stage 200 Dual Microphone Wireless System!
The Stage 200 system is the perfect solution for any application requiring two high
quality, wireless microphones in an easy to use package. The system features the SR200
dual channel receiver with individual and mixed outputs. Also included are two VH200
handheld microphone transmitters.
With the Stage 200 system, you’ll have great sound quality with clear reception, and
the ability to walk freely around your venue. For any live sound application (karaoke,
presentation, education, house of worship, etc.) the Stage 200 is the ideal tool for your
dual-performer needs. The Stage 200 provides outstanding performance and reliability.
Although this product is designed for intuitive operation, we suggest you take some
time to go through these pages to learn how we’ve implemented a number of unique
features, and to get step-by-step instructions for setting up your system. If your
Stage 200 was purchased in the United States, you’ll also find a warranty card
enclosed—please don’t forget to follow the instructions so that you can receive
online technical support, and so that we can send you updated information
about this and other Samson products. Also, be sure to check out our website
(www.samsontech.com) for complete information about our full product line.
We recommend that you record your serial number in the space provided below, for future
reference.
Serial number:_______________________________
Date of purchase:____________________________
Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be
obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be
accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) for an RA number
prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible,
return the unit in the original carton. If you purchased your Samson product outside the
United States, please contact your local distributor for warranty information and service.
Features
• Professional, dual-handheld wireless system
• Easy setup and operation
• Individual ¼” and mixed XLR outputs
• Up to 200’ of line-of-sight operating range
• Two professional VH200 handheld transmitters with Q6 Dynamic Microphone
capsules
• Up to 10 hours of battery life, using two standard AA batteries
Introduction
7Stage 200: Dual Handheld Wireless System
1. Power Switch - Press to turn the receiver on or off.
2. POWER Indicator - Lights red when the receiver is powered on.
3. Volume Control (Channel A) - Rotate to adjust the level of the audio signal output
from the Channel A receiver.
4. Channel A AF Indicator - Lights green when the corresponding Channel A VH200
transmitter is powered on, and there is an audio signal present and detected by the
receiver. The indicator lights red when the transmitted audio signal is overloaded.
5. Channel A RF Indicator - Lights orange when the corresponding Channel A VH200
transmitter is powered on, and there is an RF signal present and detected by the
receiver.
6. Volume Control (Channel B) - Rotate to adjust the level of the audio signal output
from the Channel B receiver.
7. Channel B AF Indicator - Lights green when the corresponding Channel B VH200
transmitter is powered on, and there is an audio signal present and detected by the
receiver. The indicator lights red when the transmitted audio signal is overloaded.
8. Channel B RF Indicator - Lights orange when the corresponding Channel B VH200
transmitter is powered on, and there is an RF signal present and detected by the
receiver.
9. Channel Label - The channel label designates the operating channel and frequency.
The label color matches the label color of the corresponding handheld microphone
transmitter. See the chart below for the available channels:
8761 2 3 4 5
12 13 15
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10
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SR200 Receiver Front Panel Features
Receiver Channel / Frequency Color
A CH 37 / 207.675 MHz Green
B CH 38 / 184.35 MHz Purple
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9. Antenna - The antenna mountings allow full rotation for optimum placement. In
normal operation, both antennas should be placed in a vertical position. The
antennas can be folded down for convenience when transporting the SR200.
10. DC Input - Connect the supplied 15-volt adapter here.
WARNING: Do not substitute any other kind of power adapter. Doing so can cause
damage to the SR200 and will void your warranty.
11. Channel A Output - Use this unbalanced, ¼” jack to connect the SR200 Channel A
receiver to the line level input of a mixer, amplifier, or other audio equipment.
12. Channel B Output - Use this unbalanced, ¼” jack to connect the SR200 Channel B
receiver to the line level input of a mixer, amplifier, or other audio equipment.
13. MIXED OUT - This balanced, low impedance XLR jack carries a mix of both the
Channel A and Channel B receivers.
14. SQUELCH Switch - This control determines the maximum range of the system before
audio signal dropout. Although it can be adjusted, it should normally be left at its
factory setting.
8761 2 3 4 5
12 13 15
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SR200 Receiver Rear Panel Features
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1. Status Indicator - This LED displays the operation mode:
Green Normal Operation
Amber Mute
Red Low Battery
2. Power/Mute Switch - Press and hold to turn the unit on or off.
Press and release to mute or unmute the transmitter.
3. Battery Compartment - Insert two standard AA (LR6) batteries
here, being sure to observe the plus and minus polarity
markings shown. 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 VH200 and will void your warranty.
4. Battery Cover - Unscrew the battery cover and slide down to
open the VH200 battery compartment.
VH200 Transmitter Controls and Features
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2
4
3
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Squelch Control
Checking the Squelch Setting
Temporarily turn down the level of your mixer/
amplifier system and turn off the power to your
transmitter, leaving the SR200 on. Then restore the
previously set level of your mixer/amplifier. 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 receiver’s rear panel Squelch control. When
the Squelch control is at the “LO” setting, the Stage 200 system provides maximum
range without dropout; however, depending upon the particular environment your system
is used in, you may need to reduce that range somewhat in order to eliminate band
noise or interference when the transmitter is turned off. To do so, move Squelch switch
to the “MID” or “HI” position until the noise disappears. If no noise is present at any
position, leave it at its “LO” position (so as to have the greatest overall range available).
The Squelch circuit mutes the audio output of the receiver when the radio signal is
below the squelch setting. Setting the squelch control to the lowest setting will provide
the greatest range, but when the transmitter signal is lost, the receiver may pass
background noise. As the setting is increased, the range may be reduced, but it will
reduce the likelihood of passing noise through the audio system.
11Stage 200: Dual Handheld Wireless System
Follow these basic procedures for setting up and using your Stage 200 Wireless System.
1. Connect the SR200 receiver power adaptor
to the rear panel DC input, and then to an
electrical outlet. Fully extend the antennas
vertically.
2. Connect the receiver’s appropriate ¼” outputs
to the input of a mixer, stereo, karaoke
machine, or any other line level input.
3. With the transmitter powered off, rotate the
bottom section and slide down to expose the
battery compartment. install two fresh AA
batteries into the VH200 handheld transmitter.
4. Place the SR200 receiver where it will be used
(the general rule of thumb is to maintain “line
of sight” between the receiver and transmitters
so that the person(s) using the transmitter can
see the receiver). Turn on the power of the
SR200 receiver.
Quick Start Guide
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Quick Start Guide
Microphone Usage
5. Turn on the connected amplifier and/or
mixer, but keep its volume all the way down.
Next, make sure that your transmitter is
un-muted and set the Volume Control knob
on the SR200 fully clockwise; this is unity
gain. Speak or sing into the mic at a normal
performance level while slowly raising the
volume of your amplifier/mixer until the
desired level is reached.
6. If you hear distortion at the desired volume level (or if the AF indicator is flashing
red), make sure that the gain structure of your audio system is correctly set (consult
the owners manual of your mixer and/or amplifier for details). If you still hear
distortion, lower the Volume knob of the SR200 in order to further attenuate the
output signal.
7. When first setting up the Stage 200 System in a new environment, it is a good idea
to do a walk-around 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 transmitter and receiver. Then, with the transmitter un-muted, restore
the level of your audio system. While speaking or singing, walk through the entire
area that will need to be covered. As you do so, the “RF” LED on the front panel of
the SR200 should always remain lit. 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.
The VH200 microphone is unidirectional, which
means it picks up sound from the front of the
microphone and rejects sound from the rear.
This will help reduce the chance of feedback.
In general, you can avoid feedback by taking
care not to point the microphone directly in
front of a speaker (if this is unavoidable, try
using an equalizer to attenuate high- or mid-
range frequencies which can cause feedback or
“squealing”).
13Stage 200: Dual Handheld Wireless System
Specifications
OVERALL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS:
Operating Frequency VHF 177MHz to 213.74MHz
Number of Channels Fixed channel
Frequency Stability ±0.005%
Modulation Mode FM
Maximum Deviation ±30 kHz
Operating Range 50 meter
Operating Temperature Range 14° F (-10° C) to 140° F (60° C)
Working Humidity 65 ±20%RH
Frequency Response 80 Hz to 15kHz
Stage 200 RECEIVER SPECIFICATION
Image Rejection 35 dB
Dynamic Range 100 dB
Maximum Output 1.37V
Sensitivity -100dBm@30dB SINAD
Output Connectors Two 6.3mm unbalanced, One XLR balanced
Audio Output Levels -12dB
Power Supply 100-240V ~50/60Hz, 0.4A;Output: DC
15V,800mA
Dimensions 8.25” x 5.7” x 1.4”
210mm x 145mm x 36mm
Net Weight 1.32lb
0.6kg
VH200 TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS
RF Power Output 25mW
Microphone Element Dynamic
Typical Battery Life 12 hours
Current Consumption 100 mA typical
Dimensions ø2.2” x 10”
ø55mm x 255mm
Net Weight 0.49lb
0.22kg
At Samson, we are continually improving our products, therefore specifications and
images are subject to change without notice.
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Issue Solutions
No Audio
Turn on the VH200 transmitter using the Power/Mutr switch.
Ensure the VH200 transmitter’s batteries are installed correctly.
Confirm that the SR200 adaptor is correctly connected and
plugged into an electrical outlet.
Turn on the SR200 receiver.
Make sure the SR200 output and audio input connections
are securely connected.
Ensure that the SR200 receiver and VH200 transmitters are
in line of sight with one another.
Check the receiver and audio input device level controls.
Distorted Audio
Check the receiver output level and audio input device level.
Check the VH200’s batteries and replace if low.
Another transmitter may be broadcasting on the same channel.
Turn off transmitter that may be causing interference.
Audio Dropout
The transmitter may be too far away from the receiver. Move
closer to the receiver, or reposition the antennas.
Remove any sources that may cause RF interference, such as
cell phones, cordless phones, lighting equipment, computers,
etc.
Transmitters and
Receiver on Different
Channels
Contact your Samson reseller or distributor for assistance.
Troubleshooting
15Stage 200: Dual Handheld Wireless System
R&TTE Declaration of Conformity
In accordance with EN ISO 17050:2005
We, Samson Technologies Corporation, located at 45 Gilpin Ave, Hauppauge, NY 11788 USA
declare under our own responsibility that the products:
Product Name: Stage 200 Wireless Microphone System
Trade Name: Samson
Type or Model: SR200 (Receiver), VH200 (Handheld Transmitter)
are in conformity with the essential requirements of the following EC Directive(s) when installed in
accordance with the installation instructions contained in the product documentation:
2006/95/EC - LVD Directive
2004/108/EC - EMC Directive
1999/5/EC - R&TTE Directive
The product is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents:
EN60065:2014 Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus - Safety
requirements
EN301 489-1 V1.9.1 Common technical requirements.
EN301 489-9 V1.4.1 Specific conditions for wireless microphones, similar Radio
Frequency (RF) audio link equipment, cordless audio and in-
ear monitoring.
EN300 422-1 V1.5.1 Technical characteristics and methods.
EN300 422-2 V1.4.1 Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2
of the R&TTE directive
EN62479:2010 Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.1a
of the R&TTE directive
Year of CE Marking (Low Voltage Directive): 2016
Identification Mark: 0700 (Notified body number)
This equipment will also carry the Class 2 equipment identifier:
Signed on behalf of the manufacturer:
Authorized Representative: Douglas Bryant
Position: Vice President Engineering
Date: 2/25/2016
Hereby, Samson Technologies Corp., declares that this Stage 200 (RX: SR200, TX: VH200) is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
The declaration of conformity may be consulted at:
www.samsontech.com/samson/products/wireless-systems/stage-series/stage200/#downloads-and-manuals-tab
Samson Technologies
45 Gilpin Avenue
Hauppauge, New York 11788-8816
Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766)
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