USER MANUAL
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1. Signal received from the UX600M mic or UX600B beltpack transmitter 1 C AF LEVEL METER The AF Audio Frequency level bars display the audio signal level from the UX600M mic or UX600B beltpack transmitter 1 D LOCK INDICATOR Indicates the LOCK feature is being used which prevents accidental changes to settings or unwanted tampering 1 E BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR Remotely displays the battery level of the UX600M mic or UX600B beltpack 2 DOWN UP AND SET BUTTONS Press the DOWN button to display SQUELCH setting Press the UP button to display the audio output LEVEL Press and hold the SET button to access the settings menu and change settings with the UP DOWN buttons See CHANGING SETTINGS below 3 ANTENNA The antenna is flexable and non removable Altering the antenna will cause poor reception and will void the warranty CHANGING SETTINGS Press and hold the SET button until SETUP is displayed The setting to be edited will be blinking Press the SET button again to select a different setting to edit Adjust the setting with the UP DOWN buttons Press the SET button again to save and exit GROUP and CHANNEL example 1 8 group 1 channel 8 Set these the same on the transmitter and receiver If using more than one system each transmitter receiver pair must bet set to a different group channel FREQUENCY example 530 950 and the MHZ symbol appears on the screen The first 3 digits change in 1 MHz steps the second 3 digit2. Use the UP DOWN buttons to match the Group on the transmitter and receiver Press SET to have the second digit Channel blinking then use the UP DOWN buttons to match the channel Press SET to save and exit If using multiple systems each transmitter receiver pair must be set to a different group channel setting 6 SOUND CHECK Play the instrument or use the mic as intended Gradually raise the levels on the mixer to a comfortable volume If distortion occurs first try lowering the mixer preamp If distortion is still heard adjust the UX600 level settings UX600R dB UX600M dB UX600B SENSIT or ATT Complete directions are inside this manual RECEIVING INSPECTION read before getting started INSPECT YOUR WIRELESS SYSTEM FOR DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping If damage is found please notify the shipping company and Carvin Audio immediately SAVE THE CARTON amp ALL PACKING MATERIALS In the event you have to re ship your unit always use the original carton and packing material This will provide the best possible protec tion during shipment Carvin Audio and the shipping company are not liable for any damage caused by improper packing SAVE YOUR INVOICE It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future SHIPMENT SHORTAGE If you find items missing they may have been shipped separately Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the e
3. overall Spurious Emissions lt 50 dBC 3 20 case only Battery AA 1 5V alkaline qty 2 Net Weight 4 3 0Z Dimensions 2 45 x 3 875 x 0 94 w o clip or ant Accessories UX600 KIT Net Wt no battery 2 5 oz required for mounting in Carvin UX600B ACCESSORIES mixers holds up to 2 receivers UXGT 1 4 INSTRUMENT CABLE FOR UX600B UX HM3 HEADSET MIC FOR UX600B UXLPT LAVALIER MIC FOR UX600B REGULATIONS AND SERVICING This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the condi tion that this device does not cause harmful interference CAUTION Do not attempt to open the receiver or transmitter To do so will void the warranty and may cause improper operation The circuits inside the receiver and trans mitter have been precisely adjusted for optimum performance and compliance with fed eral regulations Refer servicing to qualified service personnel No user serviceable parts inside Do not expose to rain or moisture WARRANTY 90 days on all electronic components Does not cover broken parts caused by normal wear or abuse CARVIN AubDIO 12340 WORLD TRADE DRIVE SAN DIEGO CA 92128 800 854 2235 CARVINAUDIO COM RECEIVER UX60OR 1 DISPLAY BACKLIT LCD 1 A LARGE DISPLAY DIGITS Displays the GROUP and CHANNEL number or Frequency Other settings will display by using the UP DOWN and SET buttons 1 B RF LEVEL METER The RF Radio Frequency level bars display the strength of the carrier
4. out various positions along the center of the chest to determine the ideal mic placement This may vary from person to person as each voice projects uniquely UXGT INSTRUMENT CABLE Connect the cable to the mini XLR input jack Plug the 1 4 connector into a guitar bass or other instrument Turn the volume down on the receiving mixer before turning the transmitter power ON T a Tn aes k Z UX600 KIT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOLLOW STEPS A THROUGH E Allows installation of up to 2 UX600R receivers per kit in your Carvin mixer Large consoles can accept 2 kits to mount 4 receivers Kit not used for the S600 Stagemate LOOSEN AND REMOVE THESE TWO SCREWS SLIDE THIS TAB INTO THE CONNECTOR ON CIRCUIT BOARD CONNECT TO THE INTERNAL WIRE CONNECTOR ON YOUR CARVIN MIXER CARVIN UHF Microphone Receiver UXG600R Bhai d MOUNT THE UNIT S AND BRACKET TO YOUR CARVIN MIXER WITH SUPPLIED SCREWS LIMITED WARRANTY 90 days on all wireless electronic components Does not cover cables connectors or broken parts caused by normal wear and tear or by dropping Shipping costs are the respon sibility of the customer CARVIN CORP DOES NOT PAY FOR PARTS OR SERVICING OTHER THAN OUR OWN A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL INVOICE IS REQUIRED TO VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY Carvin Corp assumes no responsibility for horn drivers or speakers damaged by this unit This warranty does not cover and no liability is assumed for damage due to natural d
5. CarvinAupDIo UXGOO WIRELESS SYSTEM USER MANUAL INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the UX600 SERIES Professional Modular Wireless System The UX600R receiver connects through a modular plug and is available pre mounted in certain Carvin mixers or may be purchased for self installation with the UX600 KIT consult Carvin for compatibility The 600 portable PA unit accepts the UX600R as a direct plug in to it s accessory port without the kit The UX600R will connect with the UX600M handheld mic transmitter or the UX600B belt pack transmitter to complete the system The headworn mic UXH S or UXH B black cable for instrument UXGT and Lavaliere mic UXL are avail able options to the UX600B belt pack system The receiver features UHF diversity reception The antenna feeds two completely independent RF receivers on the same frequency Automatic logic circuitry continu ously compares and selects the superior signal to provide better sound quality and reduce the possibility of interference and dropouts Backlit LCD displays on the receiver and transmitters display channel group battery level and mute status with 3 button access to frequency channel and level settings with LOCK mode to prevent accidental changes The transmitters also feature a quick mute feature quieting the mic or beltpack with a short press of the power button The UX600 system has 1441 user selectable frequencies or you can select by 6 groups of 21 channel
6. aker symbol will show on the display pg l To UNMUTE quickly press and release the button again Q RF ON will be displayed for 1 second i To turn the unit OFF press and hold the button for about two seconds the screen will display OFF for 1 second then the UX600B will turn off 3 SETTINGS BUTTONS Press and hold the SET button until SETUP is displayed The first digit will be blinking Select the setting to be changed with short presses of the SET button Adjust the setting with the UP DOWN buttons Press the SET button again to save and exit GROUP and CHANNEL example 1 8 group 1 channel 8 Set to both numbers match the UX600R receiver FREQUENCY example 530 950 and the MHZ symbol appears in the lower right Allows manual selection of the frequency however the GROUP CHANNEL setting is rec ommended see UX600R FREQUENCY The first 3 digits change in 1 MHz steps the second 3 digits change in 0 025 MHz steps SENSITIVITY SEnSiT will display for 1 second then the setting value example O dB Settings from 12dB to 18dB in 3 dB steps Sets the level of the internal preamp to the transmitter You may want to increase this set ting for soft speaking when used with microphones or set it lower to prevent overloading from powerful vocals or when connected to an instrument ATTENUATOR Att OFF Att ON Adds an attenuation circuit when used Recommended when connecting inst
7. ctures or cement walls Turn off the transmitter when not in use Remove the batteries if the transmitter is not used for a period of time IMPORTANT RF OPERATION NOTES Please note that wireless audio frequencies are shared with other wireless services According to Federal Communications Commission regulations Wireless microphone operations are unprotected from interference from other licensed operations within the band If any interference is received by any Government operation the wireless microphone must cease operation If you encounter receiving interference from other than an operating TV station often it can be eliminated by changing to a different channel or frequency UX600M HAND HELD MIC S SIZE AA 1 5V Ai UM 3 pO e SIZE AA 1 5V bo UM 3 GO 3 1 BATTERY INSTALLATION 1 A 1 B 1 C While holding the lower part of the transmitter body unscrew the windscreen ball on top of the mic Press the release clip to eject the battery dock Install fresh AA alkaline batteries observing correct polarity as marked inside the battery compartment Replace the battery dock and make sure the clip snaps into the locked position so the battery dock will not slide out Match the rectangular stub on windscreen ball to the 4 pins in the mic handle and turn clockwise until tight 2 POWER MUTE BUTTON To turn the mic ON pr
8. ess and release the button on the bottom end of the mic The display and backlight will turn on The channel frequency digits and battery status symbol will be displayed To MUTE the mic quickly press and release the button RF OFF will appear on the display for 1 second The backlight will flash while muted To UNMUTE quickly press and release the button again RF ON will be displayed for 1 second To turn the mic OFF press and hold the button for about two seconds the screen wil display OFF then turn off 3 SETTINGS BUTTONS To access the settings buttons slide the black plastic cover off the end of the mic CHANGING SETTINGS Press and hold the SET button until SETUP is displayed The setting to be edited will be blinking Press the SET button again to select a different setting to edit Adjust the setting with the UP DOWN buttons Press the SET button again to save and exit GROUP and CHANNEL example 1 8 group 1 channel 8 Set to both numbers match the UX600R receiver FREQUENCY example 930 950 and the MHZ symbol appears in the lower right Allows manual selection of frequency however the GROUP CHANNEL setting is recom mended see UX600R FREQUENCY The first 3 digits change in 1 MHz steps the second 3 digits change in 0 025 MHz steps LEVEL example O dB range of 12dB to 18dB in 3 dB steps Sets the level of the internal mic pre to the transmitter You may want to increase this
9. isasters accidents abuse loss of parts lack of reasonable care incorrect use or failure to follow instructions This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for Carvin Corp any liability in connection with the sale or servicing of Carvin Audio products CARVIN CORP SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RETURNING AN ITEM Before you return an item please visit www carvinaudio com and review the TROUBLE SHOOTING guide to verify that you have a defective unit Thoroughly check your connections and all settings Sometimes it s as simple as a mismatched frequency or an improper connection If you wish to return an item visit www carvinaudio com and follow the RETURN PROCEDURE and shipping instructions Start by completing the RMA RETURN FORM Describe each problem in writng and include a copy of your original invoice if under warranty If you do not have a copy of your original invoice contact our accounting department at 800 854 2235 to obtain a copy lf your unit is out of warranty you will be charged the current FLAT RATE for parts and labor to bring your unit up to factory specifications
10. nclosed warranty card or below on this manual for your records Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with your name and comments to us For your records you may wish to record the following information Serial No Invoice Date UX600 O6may15 UX6OOR UX600M UX600B UXGT UXLP 1 UX600 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL l UX600M HANDHELD MIC TRANSMITTER Group Channel selections 6 Groups of 21 channels Polar Pattern Unidirectional Total Frequency settings 1441 0 025 Mhz increment Audio Freq Response 50 16 000Hz RF Bandwidth 36 MHz l RF Power Output 10mW or 50mW setting RF Frequency Band Labeled on each unit and packaging Stability 10kHz Subject to change according to FCC regulations Frequency Deviation 48kHz Spurious Emissions lt 50 dBC UX600OR RECEIVER Battery AA 1 5V alkaline qty 2 Reception format Diversity PLL Synthesized Current Consumption 30 mA typical Stability 0 005 se Life sn Ta T Image Rejection gt 60 dB imensions SLX 1 97 dia RF Sensitivity lt 107dB for 12 dB S N AD Nor WKt no bariery Tao Connection 20 pin PCB edgecard 0 156 pitch Power Supply Power through connector only UX600B BELT PACK TRANSMITTER Audio Output Output through connector only Input Connector Mini XLR Signal to noise gt 105 dB Audio Freq Response 40 18 000Hz THD lt 0 6 1kHz RF Power Output 10mW or 50mW setting Dimensions W 3 30 Stability 10kHz H 1 22 Frequency Deviation 48kHz D 4 15
11. ruments with the UXGT cable or with strong vocals through the UXHM or UXL mics If the SENSITIVITY setting has been turned all the way down and the transmitter is still being overdriven setting ATT ON will add a buffer to the internal preamp to allow more headroom RF POWER rFP Hi rFP Lo Changes the transmitter s RF power output Use the rFP Hi setting if you experience dropouts which cannot be remedied by chang ing the channel frequency or if the transmitter will be used far from the receiver Set this to rFP Lo if the sytem is causing interference with another system if used very close to the receiver or if you are hearing unexplainable distortion at high audio levels SCREEN LOCK Loc OFF Loc ON Set to Loc ON to prevent accidental changes or tampering If set to Loc ON only the Lock screen will display when settings are accessed Change the setting to Loc OFF to allow adjustments 4 INPUT CONNECTION i Connect one of the following to the transmitters mini XLR input jack on the UX600B UXHM HEADSET MIC Connect the mic cable to the mini XLR input jack Place the mic on the vocalist s head Keep the mic a minimum of 2 inches from the mouth to minimize air hitting the mic UXL LAVALIERE MIC Connect the lavaliere mic cable to the mini XLR input jack Clip the mic to clothing near the top center of the chest For optimum sound position the mic as close to the mouth with the top of the mic facing up Test
12. s change in 0 025 MHz steps The displays the specific carrier frequency of the channel in MegaHertz If you need to choose a specific FREQUENCY setting make an adjustment here otherwise the Group Channel setting is recommended NOTE The GROUP CHANNEL method is recommended when using multiple systems to avoid crosstalk or other types of interference between wireless channels even frequen cies which are far apart can cause unwanted effects due to harmonics or additions and subtractions in carrier signal waves The GROUP CHANNEL frequency assignments are pre calculated and designed to avoid these types of interferences between multiple systems and are easier to set up SCAN SC On SC Off The SCAN feature can locate and set an open RF channel that is not being used in the area To use the SCAN feature first check that the UX600R receiver s SCAN is setting is ON Turn ON all transmitters you will be using in this area Access the Channel setting and press the UP or DOWN button The display will read SCAN__ for a few seconds The next available open channel will be set and displayed Match the UX600M or UX600B transmitter to this Group and Channel If the Group Channel settings on the transmitter and receiver are matched but there is still no sound check the levels on the host mixer the SQUELCH setting on the UX600R receiver and the RF POWER setting on the UX600M or UX600B transmitter SQUELCH example Sq 5 range of 5 to 10 The SQUELCH
13. s for ease of use with multiple systems GETTING STARTED QUICKLY If you re like most new owners you re probably in a hurry to use your wireless sys tem To start you must have a Carvin UX600M or UX600B transmitter and at least one Carvin UX600R receiver installed in a host unit for power and audio output If you have purchased this wireless system seperately please start with the installation procedure for the receiver on the back page of this manual If the unit has been pre installed from the factory you can follow these brief instruc tions to get you going quickly 1 BATTERY insert 2 fresh AA alkaline batteries into the transmitter 2 CONNECT UX600B only Connect the mic or instrument cable to the Belt pack 3 RECEIVER POWER ON Turn down the volume of the unit the UX600R system is mounted in Make sure you are plugged in to the proper AC voltage and turn the main unit power ON The UX600R receiver will power on with the main unit 4 TRANSMITTER POWER ON Press the power button on the end of the UX600M mic or on the top of the UX600B belt pack transmitter The LCD display should turn on when ON a quick press will MUTE on off HOLD to turn OFF 5 CHANNEL CHECK Check that both the transmitter and receiver display the Same Group Channel setting To change Group and Channel on UX600M UX600B or UX600R Hold in the SET button until the display shows SETTING for one second then the first digit Group will be blinking
14. set ting for soft speaking or set it lower to prevent overloading the mic from powerful vocals RF POWER rF Hi rF Lo Changes the transmitters RF power output Use the rF Hi setting if you experience dropouts which cannot be remedied by changing the channel frequency or if the transmitter will be used far from the receiver Set this to rF Lo if the sytem is causing interference with another system if used very close to the receiver or if you are hearing unexplainable distortion at high audio levels SCREEN LOCK Loc OFF Loc ON Set to Loc ON to prevent accidental changes or tampering If set to Loc ON only the Lock screen setting will be accessable Push the round button to release the cable UX600B BELT PACK TRANSMITTER 1 BATTERY INSTALLATION To access the battery compartment slide the rear cover panel off toward the bottom Insert fresh AA alkaline batteries observing correct polarity as marked inside the battery compartment Slide the cover back on until it locks 2 POWER MUTE BUTTON To turn the beltpack ON press and release the white button on the top of the unit The power button LED and front display backlight will turn on C The channel frequency digits and battery status symbol will be displayed To MUTE the output quickly press and release the button RF OFF will appear on the display for 1 second The backlight will blink while muted and the no spe
15. setting is used to reduce interference by rejecting background RF signals that fall below the SQUELCH level Increasing the SQUELCH setting will increase the level of RF signal required to pass an audio signal through the receiver Setting the SQUELCH too high may cause intermittent sound from your transmitter In this case lower the SQUELCH or if you are still experiencing interference you can set the UX600M or UX600B transmitter RF POWER setting to rF Hi LEVEL example O dB range of 18dB to 6dB in 1 dB steps Sets the output level of the receiver to feed the mixer channel You can adjust this to blend with signals coming in through the jacks of your mixer on the same channel SCREEN LOCK Loc OFF Loc ON Set to Loc ON to prevent accidental changes or tampering If set to Loc ON only the Lock screen setting will be accessable TIPS TO OBTAIN THE BEST WIRELESS RESULTS Use fresh alkaline batteries or fully charged rechargeables Transmitter battery level is displayed on both reciever and transmitter If using more than one system use the GROUP CHANNEL assignments instead of the Frequency setting to avoid cross talk or other interference Position the receiver so that it has the fewest possible obstruction between it and the normal location of the transmitter Line of sight is best The transmitter and receiver should be as close together as conveniently possible The receiver antenna should be in the open and away from any metal stru
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