Sony Group WCS999T User Manual US1UCA

Sony Corporation US1UCA

Instruction Manual

WCS-999. 3-000-000-21 (1). EFWCS-999. 3-000-000-21 (1). EFWirelessMicrophoneSystemSony Corporation  1999 Printed in JapanWCS-999Operating InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manualthoroughly and retain it for future reference.Mode d’emploiAvant la mise en service de cet appareil, prière delire attentivement ce mode d’emploi que l’onconservera pour toute référence ultérieure.Owner's RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at therear of both the receiver and the transmitter.Record the serial number in the space providedbelow. Refer to them whenever you call upon yourSony dealer regarding this product.Model No.WCS-999T Serial No.Model No.WCS-999R Serial No.3-000-000-21 (1)InformationYou are cautioned that any changes or modificationsnot expressly approved in this manual could voidyour authority to operate this equipment.NotePlease note that accordingly only Sound and TV-Radio Receivers meant for the entire population areallowed to be received via this set. It is prohibited toreceive all other transmission such as police radio ormobile radio.For the Customers in CanadaThis device complies with RSS-210 of IndustryCanada. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,and (2) this device must accept any interference,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device.For the Customers in the U.S.ADeclaration of ConformityTrade Name: SONYModel No.: WCS-999R (Receiver Unit)Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ.07656 USATelephone No.: 201-930-6970This 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 interferencereceived, including interference that may causeundesired operation.FeaturesThis wireless microphone system is designed to beused with a video camera recorder, etc. By attachingthe receiver unit onto a video camera recorder, etc.you can receive the sound picked up by thetransmitter unit. You can enjoy vivid sound whichmatches the zoomed up images recorded by yourvideo camera recorder.You can also use this system with a tape recorder as aconventional wireless microphone system to recordthe sound.•The operational distance between the transmitterunit and the receiver unit can be up toapproximately 150 feet (45 m). However, thisdistance may become shorter if there are someobstacles in between the transmitter unit and thereceiver unit.•The radio frequency can be selected so that a lessbusy channel can be used while the air is busy.•Compact design featuring built-in antennas.•The transmitter unit is equipped with a plug inpower∗ type MIC jack (monaural/ 3.5 mm dia.) Anoptional microphone other than the supplied onecan be connected to this jack.•The transmitter and receiver units are equipped withclip type holders with the adjustable clips which canbe rotated 360 degrees so that the transmitter andreceiver units can be attached onto your clothes etc.with optimum angles.•The receiver unit is equipped with the MIX MIC jackto which an optional microphone such as the ECM-T145 (lavalier microphone) can be connected, so thatthe sound transmitted from the transmitter unit canbe mixed with the sound picked up by the optionalmicrophone.•The receiver unit is equipped with the v (earphone)jack to which the supplied earphone can beconnected, so that you can monitor the sound beingrecorded. You can use the earphone connected tothe receiver unit to monitor the subject using thetransmitter unit.•The supplied lavalier microphone has a built-inwind screen effect so that you can use themicrophone in the open air without a wind screen.∗Plug in power systemThe system that power is supplied directly to themicrophone from the microphone jack of theconnected equipment.PrecautionsThis wireless microphone system uses FM radiowaves for transmission. Therefore, there may be caseswhere the transmission of the sound may be hinderedwhen the system is used near certain obstacles. FMradio waves may also be deflected by walls etc.Under such circumstances, the sound may beintermittent or distorted at times. However, these arethe characteristics of FM radio waves and this doesnot indicate a malfunction.•The system should never be dropped or subjected toextreme shock.•Keep the system away from extremely hightemperatures (above 140° F or 60° C) and humidity.•Do not use this system in the following locations asdoing so can cause microphonics (electricaldisturbance noise) which will impair theperformance of this system.—A very noisy (more than 70 phone) location.—A location with a lot of vibration.—A location near a rotating machine or atransformer.—Near a speaker of a PA system.—Near recording studio equipment.•You do not need to have a license to operate thismicrophone system. However, observe thefollowing points.—Avoid using the system near a broadcastingstation, airport or inside an airplane.—If radio interference from other radio equipmentoccurs, alter the radio channel or change thelocation. (You are not protected by law againstany radio interference caused by other radioequipment .)•When this system is connected to a radio cassetteplayer, etc. and the system's lavalier microphone isplaced too close to the speaker of the radio cassetteplayer, acoustic feedback (a howling effect) mayoccur. If this happens, change the direction of themicrophone until the howling stops, or decrease thevolume of the radio cassette player.•When using the system outdoors, avoid getting thesystem wet.•Should any liquid fall onto the system, wipe itthoroughly with a dry soft cloth.•The system is a monaural type.Therefore, if you use this system with equipmentcapable of stereo recording, the recorded sound willbecome monaural.SpecificationsSystemRF Power 94 dBµV/m at 3 mCarrier frequency 912 – 915 MHzChannel Ch1, Ch2, Ch3Modulation FMFrequency response 100 – 15,000 HzDynamic range More than 78 dBOutput level –55.2±4 dBm (0 dBm = 1 mW/Pa,1,000 Hz)Output impedance Approx. 1.8 kilohmsTransmitterOscillator Crystal-ControlledAntenna Built-in antennaSignal processing CompressorMaximum sound pressure levelMore than 114 dBSPLOperating voltage 1.5 V LR6 (Size AA) × 1Battery life Approx. 20 hourswith Sony Alkaline batteryLR6 (N) × 1Mic input jack 3.5 mm dia. (Plug in power)Dimensions Approx. 2 3/8 × 2 7/8 × 29/32 inches(60 × 70 × 22.5 mm) (W × H × D)Mass Approx. 3.0 oz (85 g) incl. batteriesReceiverOscillator SAW resonatorAntenna Built-in antennaSignal processing ExpanderOperating voltage 1.5 V LR6 (Size AA) × 1Battery life Approx. 20 hourswith Sony Alkaline batteryLR6 (N) × 1Rec. output plug Monaural mini plugMonitor output level Approx. 2 mW at 16 ohmsEarphone jack 3.5 mm dia. monauralMixing mic. jack 3.5 mm dia. monauralCord length Approx. 17 3/4 inches (45 cm)Dimensions Approx. 2 3/8 × 2 7/8 × 29/32 inches(60 × 70 × 22.5 mm) (W × H × D)Mass Approx. 3.1 oz (88 g) incl. batteriesSupplied accessoriesElectret condenser lavalier microphone (1)Directivity Omni-directionalCord length Approx. 39 3/8 inches (1.0 m)Dynamic earphone (1)Cord length Approx. 39 3/8 inches (1.0 m)Optional accessoryElectret condenser lavalier microphone ECM-T145Design and specifications are subject to change withoutnotice.1-a1-a Connect the receiver to the microphone jack ofyour video camera recorder, and attach it tothe grip belt of your video camera recorder.At this time, the built-in microphone of the videocamera recorder does not function.1-b Connect the receiver to the microphone jack ofyour tape recorder.To monitor the sound being recordedConnect the supplied earphone to the v (earphone)jack of the receiver.2Connect the lavalier microphone to thetransmitter unit and attach it to your clothes.3Select the radio frequency with the CHANNELselector switch.Select the same position on the receiver andtransmitter units.When successfully tuned, if the both units are inoperation, the indicator to the left of theCHANNEL selector switch of the receiver unitlights up.4 Turn the power on.The BATT indicator lights up.Notes on turning the system on and offYou may hear some switching noise when you turnthe system on or off. To reduce the noise, takefollowing steps.Turning on the systemTurn on the transmitter first, then the receiver.Turning off the systemTurn off the receiver first, then the transmitter.The maximum distance that the radiotransmission can reachThe optimum distance is up to approximately 150 feet(45 m) without the system picking up someinterference. However, the distance may varyaccording to the surroundings and environment. Ifthe system picks up some noise while using it withinthe above mentioned distance, reduce the distancebetween the transmitter unit and the receiver unit.To record the ambient sound in the vicinityof the video camera recorder at the sametimeConnect the optional microphone to the MIX MIC jackof the receiver unit. You can mix the soundtransmitted by the transmitter unit and the soundfrom the optional microphone.How to UseBattery InstallationInsert one size AA (LR6) battery each into thetransmitter and receiver units.12Battery lifeSony alkaline battery LR6 (N) (not supplied) will give20 hour continuous operation of the transmitter andreceiver units respectively.When to replace the batteriesWhen the battery becomes weak, the BATT indicatorfails to light up or becomes dimmer even if thePOWER switch is set to the ON position. In this case,replace the battery with new one.Notes on batteriesTo avoid damage to the system caused by batteryleakage and corrosion;—Install the batteries with the correct polarity.—Do not try to recharge the batteries.—Remove the batteries if the system is not to be usedfor a long period of time.In case of battery leakage, wipe off any deposit in thebattery compartments before installing new batteries.one size AA (LR6) batteryReceiver unit4POWERswitch1-a,b To the v(earphone) jackTo the microphone jackof your tape recorderTransmitter unit2MIC jackLavalier microphone(supplied)To the MIC jack3CHANNEL selector1-a2Earphone(supplied)1-bTo the microphonejack of your videocamera recorderEarphone(supplied)4POWERswitch 3CHANNEL selectorTo the v(earphone) jackv (earphone)jackMIX MIC jackApprox. 150 feet (45 m)Rotate 90 degrees.2

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