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2040 User Guide
CHAPTER
1
Introduction
The 2040 range has been designed as a result of extensive feedback from professional sound specialists and sets a
new benchmark for radio microphone systems, with several unique features and offering benefits to appeal to sound
mixers, directors, and artists.
DX2040 (page 3) The transmitter has 32 pre-programmed frequencies
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . with up to 24MHz switching bandwidth, and it includes a
The DX2040 true diversity receiver in the RMS2040 range unique infra-red remote control interface for reliable and
can be used with the TX2040 pocket transmitter and the accessible control over settings via the SwitchiR or AudiR™
HX2040 handheld transmitter. It is also fully compatible with application for Palm PDAs.
the TX2020 and TX2000 UHF transmitters. All settings on the
DX2040 receiver can be read or changed via infra-red using SwitchiR (page 20)
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the SwitchiR or AudiR© for Palm™.
The SwitchiR is an infra-red remote control unit the size of
TX2040 (page 7) a key fob, which can be used to access all the user-settable
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . functions of the TX2040 and HX2040. Functions include
The TX2040 is a pocket transmitter that provides 32 pre- transmitter frequency, audio level, battery status, serial
programmed frequencies with a switching bandwidth of up number, and user identification.
to 24MHz. The transmitter can be switched on and off, even
when it is worn beneath clothing, using the unique Control-X Control-X (page 22)
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handset. It is also compatible with the SwitchiR infra-red
The Control-X uses electromagnetic induction to allow the
controller, and AudiR™ application Palm PDA.
TX2040 transmitter to be controlled remotely, even through
HX2040 (page 13) clothing.
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At a distance of up to 20cm (8") the Control-X can switch on
The HX2040 is a handheld transmitter designed in a classical
and off the transmitter, or check and display the selected
conical shape, designed to accept any of 14 condenser
frequency, and it also provides battery check features.
capsules from the Schoeps™ Colette range.
CHAPTER
1
RK2040
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The RK2040 is a compact 1U rack capable of
accommodating up to four true diversity receivers. The
RK2040 can be mains powered via an AC/DC adaptor, or can
be powered from any 10-18V DC source. A built-in RS485 PC
interface allows remote monitoring and control via Audio
Ltd’s PC-based monitoring application, Racktop.
CHAPTER
2
DX2040 Receiver
The DX2040 true diversity receiver in the RMS2040 range can be used with the TX2040 pocket transmitter and the
HX2040 handheld transmitter. It is also fully compatible with the TX2020 and TX2000 UHF transmitters. All settings on
the DX2040 receiver can be read or changed via infra-red using the SwitchiR or AudiR© for Palm™.
Top panel
Controls, display and connections Infra-red port
Audio
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . output Antenna B Antenna A
Bottom panel
Battery
compartment On/off switch
TX low DX low
battery battery
No signal
Identification
plug Audio output
Provides transformer balanced microphone level and
Battery compartment
adjustable headphone outputs.
Holds two 1.5v AA (LR6) type cells.
Antenna A and Antenna B
On/Off
SMA sockets to which the antennae are connected.
Switches the power on or off. Additionally the output cable
Indicators next to each antenna indicate which of the unit’s
includes a link which disconnects power when the Lemo
two built-in receivers is active at any time.
plug is removed, in which case the switch can be left on.
Infra-red port
Identification plug
Receives commands from and transmits status information
Can be fitted with one of the coloured rubber plugs supplied
back to the SwitchIR infra-red controller.
with the DX2040 to identify each unit.
DX2040 Receiver
TX/DX low battery indicators Insert two 1.5 volt AA (LR6) type batteries, negative contact
Illuminate when the unit detects low battery power in either first as shown on the side of the unit, and close the cover. Do
the TX2040 Pocket Transmitter or DX2040 Receiver. The units not use excessive force.
should not be used when a low battery power indicator is
Connecting the antennae
illuminated as poor operation may result.
Connect the antennae to the SMA connectors marked
Note: The low DX battery indicator does not function when Antenna A and Antenna B. Connect the straight antenna to
the receiver is externally powered via Audio Ltd’s cables. one socket and the right-angled antenna to the other socket.
This is not a fault.
Selecting the operating frequency
No-signal indicator You can check or change the operating frequency of the
Illuminated when no carrier signal is being received, such DX2040 receiver via infra-red control using the SwitchiR.
as when the transmitter is switched off or set to an incorrect
To check the DX2040 frequency:
frequency.
• Press MENU.
Setting up the DX2040 The display shows: FREQUENCY
To set up the DX2040 in conjunction with a TX2040 or HX2040:
Fr MHz
• Fit the batteries.
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
• Connect the A and B antennae.
the receiver and press OK.
• Connect the audio output cable.
• Slide the On/Off switch to the On position. Optimum operating range is between 5 and 15cm.
• Select the operating frequency.
The SwitchiR will display the FREQUENCY
• Set the output level.
receiver frequency; for example: Rx
854.900 MHz
• Check that one of the A and B indicators is illuminated
and that the red ‘No signal’ indicator is not illuminated. To change the DX2040 frequency:
These steps are explained below: • Press OK again.
Fitting the batteries The display will alternately flash between frequency and
To open the battery compartment, slide the release catch channel number.
towards the centre of the DX2040 and flip open the cap.
DX2040 Receiver
AF LEVEL
For example: CHANNEL • Press a once until
01 AF
the display shows: TxRx
• Press a or v to scroll through the 32 frequencies read • Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
from the receiver until the required channel or frequency the receiver and press OK.
is displayed.
The display will show the current AF LEVEL
For example: CHANNEL output level setting; for example: Rx
-07 dB
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To change the receiver output level:
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
• Press the OK button.
the receiver and press OK.
The AF level display will flash.
If the command was received correctly the display will show
the new frequency. • Press the a or v button to step between the available
output level settings until the required output level is
For example: FREQUENCY
displayed.
857.950
Rx MHz
For example: AF LEVEL
Otherwise the display will show:
-15 dB
Error TxRx
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
• Repeat the above steps if an error message is displayed,
the receiver and press OK.
moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra-red port.
If the command was received correctly the new level will be
Setting the output level
displayed.
The DX2040 output level is attenuated in 1dB steps over a
32dB range, allowing the receiver output to be matched to For example: AF LEVEL
inputs which require a lower input level. The 0dB reference -15 dB
TxRx
level is -25dBu.
Otherwise the display will show:
To check the DX2040 output level:
Error
• Press MENU.
DX2040 Receiver
• Repeat the above steps if an error message is displayed, External powering
moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra-red port. Audio Ltd has a large selection of cables available for a
variety of different applications. If the DX2040 receiver is to
Checking the DC power status
be externally powered, ensure that the appropriate cable is
To check the status of the receiver’s DC power:
used.
• Press MENU.
• Press a three times until Technical specification
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the display shows: TxRx
BAtt
Frequency range 470MHz–1000MHz
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
the receiver and press OK. Number of frequencies 32 pre-programmed
The display will Switching bandwidth Up to 24MHz
show the DC voltage: Rx
2.7 v
Sensitivity -98dBm for 40dB SINAD
If the associated transmitter is on while the DC status
Balanced output level -25dBu
is being checked the display will alternate between the
receiver’s DC status and the received transmitter DC status. Frequency response 50Hz to 18kHz ±1dB
THD 4 hours on good alkaline batteries
options:
Size 147 x 64 x 20mm
Option Description
Weight 250g
H (high) Indicates good..
Operating temperature -20°C to +55°C
range
L (low) Indicates low. Replace as soon as possible.
Compliant to ETS 300422 EN 300445(CE) FCC
F (failed) Transmitter will not function correctly.
CHAPTER
2
TX2040 Pocket Transmitter
The TX2040 is a small, lightweight battery-powered pocket transmitter for use with a wide range of lapel
microphones. All settings can be read and changed via the infra-red port using the SwitchiR™.
Battery compartment
Controls, display and connections
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holds a 6LR61 type 9V alkaline battery.
Top panel
Audio input
On (green)
Overload (orange) Allows a microphone or input cable to be connected.
Audio Infra-red
input socket port Antenna
SMA antenna connector
SMA socket to which the antenna is connected.
LF cut using SwitchiR
Gives approximately 6dB LF cut at 50Hz, to assist in the
On/Reset button
reduction of wind noise.
Infra-red port Gain setting using the SwitchiR
Receives commands from and transmits status information Provides eight gain options when used with standard
back to the SwitchiR infra-red controller. microphones. Position 9 gives maximum gain and each
position decreases the gain by approximately 3 to 4dB,
On/Overload indicator
giving a total of 30dB of adjustment. Positions 1 and 0
The LED glows green while the TX2040 is switched on, but
provide line-level input.
will flash orange to indicate an overload in the presence of a
high-level audio signal. At this point the low distortion limiter The following table gives the equivalent settings for the
operates. TX2020:
Brown reset button TX2040 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Resets the TX2040 and turns it on again from sleep mode.
TX2020 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Please use the tip of the antenna to press the button.
TX2040 Pocket Transmitter
Note: Positions 0 and 1 (8 and 9 on the TX2020) provide line- Do not use excessive force:
level input.
Setting up the TX2040
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To set up the TX2040:
• Fit the battery.
• Connect the antenna.
• Switch on by plugging in the microphone or input cable.
+
_
• Check or select the operating frequency.
• Check that the receiver’s no signal indicator is not
illuminated.
• Check or set the microphone gain.
An electronic resettable fuse protects the transmitter from
• Check or set the low frequency cut filter.
reverse powering. A low transmitter battery indicator is
• Check the battery status.
provided on the DX2040 receiver and on the RK2040 rack in
These steps are explained below: addition to the LED indicator on the TX2040 transmitter.
Fitting the battery Connecting the antenna
• Press and slide open the battery compartment door. • Connect the flexible antenna to the SMA connector.
• Insert a 6LR61 type 9V alkaline battery with its contacts
Switching on
facing downwards observing the polarity as shown on the
• Insert the microphone plug.
sleeve.
• Push the battery down against the spring-loaded contacts The LED illuminates green and the transmitter turns on. To
and slide the battery compartment door closed, pushing turn the transmitter off remove the lemo plug. Alternatively
against the spring-loaded contacts. the TX2040 can be turned off or on, even through clothing,
using the Control-X.
TX2040 Pocket Transmitter
The LED flashes green when the battery voltage falls below The display will alternately flash between showing the
6.5V. The unit should not be used when the battery is low as frequency and channel number.
poor operation may result.
For example: CHANNEL
Connecting the audio input 01
• Connect the microphone or input cable to the six-pin
• Press a or v to scroll through the 32 frequencies read
Lemo socket.
from the transmitter until the desired frequency or
Both positive and negative microphone bias voltages are channel is displayed.
provided, enabling the majority of Lavalier microphones to
For example: CHANNEL
be used with the TX2040.
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Selecting the operating frequency
• Point the SwitchiR at the infra-red port on the TX2040 and
You can check or change the operating frequency of the
press OK.
TX2040 via the infra-red control using the SwitchiR.
If the command was received successfully the display will
To check the frequency:
show the new set frequency.
• Press MENU.
For example: FREQUENCY
The display shows: FREQUENCY Tx
857.950 MHz
Fr MHz
Otherwise it will show:
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on Error
the TX2040 and press OK.
• Repeat the above steps if an error message is displayed,
The display shows the current FREQUENCY moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra-red port.
frequency; for example: Tx
854.900 MHz
Setting the gain
To change the frequency: The steps between gain settings 2-9 are approximately 3
to 4dB. Set the gain position so that the Overload indicator
• Press OK.
does not flash on during normal operation.
TX2040 Pocket Transmitter
To check the gain setting: Otherwise the display shows:
Error
• Press MENU followed by a.
• Repeat the previous steps if an error message is
The display will indicate: AF LEVEL
displayed, moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra-red
TxRx
AF
port.
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port of
Setting the low frequency cut filter
the TX2040 and press OK.
The LF cut filter gives an approximately 6dB cut at 50Hz to
The display will show the current AF LEVEL reduce handling and wind noise.
transmitter gain setting: Tx
0
To check the status of the low frequency cut filter:
To change the gain setting:
• Press MENU.
• Press OK again. • Press a twice until the
display shows: LF Cut
Tx
The display will flash the level setting.
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
• Press a or v to step between gain settings 2-9 until the
the transmitter and press OK.
required gain setting is displayed.
The current LF cut filter setting
For example: AF LEVEL OFF
is displayed; for example: Tx
Tx
9
To change the filter setting:
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
the transmitter and press OK. • Press OK again.
If the command was received correctly the display will show The current setting will flash.
the new gain setting.
• Press a or v to toggle between ON or OFF until the
For example: AF LEVEL required setting is displayed.
Tx
9 • Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
the transmitter and press OK.
10TX2040 Pocket Transmitter
If the command was received successfully the new setting button is pressed, or the battery is disconnected and
will be displayed. reconnected via the microphone plug.
For example: Disabling the infra-red port
Tx
On • Press MENU.
• Press v twice.
Otherwise the display will show:
Error The display
will show: dISABLE
TxRx TxRx
Ir ?
• Repeat the previous steps if an error message is
displayed, moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra-red • Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
port. the transmitter and press OK.
Checking the battery status If the command was received
• Press MENU. successfully the display will show: Tx
Ir OFF
• Press a three times until
Note: Once the infra-red port has been disabled, any
the display shows: TxRx
BAtt
subsequent interrogation of the transmitter will give an error
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on display; this is not a fault.
the transmitter and press OK.
Sleep mode
The display will show the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
current battery status: Rx
9.0 v The TX2040 can be put into sleep mode using the SwitchiR.
In the sleep mode the TX2040 uses very little current and the
The battery level can also be checked from the receiver; see
SwitchiR can still be used to read all settings.
the appropriate instructions for the receiver.
When not in use the power should be switched off by
Infra-red disable removing the microphone plug or input cable.
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You can protect the TX2040 from an accidental change Putting the TX2040 into sleep mode
of settings, such as in a live performance, by disabling • Press MENU followed by v.
the infra-red port on the transmitter. This will prevent all
The display will indicate:
communication with the transmitter until the brown reset OFF
Tx
11TX2040 Pocket Transmitter
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
Technical specification
the transmitter and press OK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The display will show: Frequency range 470MHz–1000MHz
tr oFF
Frequency stability Better than ETS 300–422
To switch the transmitter on again: Number of frequencies 32 pre-programmed
Switching bandwidth Up to 24MHz
• Press MENU.
Output power 50mW nominal
The display shows: FREQUENCY
Fr MHz Gain control range 28dB in 8 steps, plus 2 steps for
600Ω line input
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on Maximum input level +8dB gain position 0, 600Ω
the transmitter and press OK.
Frequency response 50Hz to 18kHz ±1dB
The display shows the current FREQUENCY
THDCHAPTER
5
HX2040 Hand-Held Transmitter
The HX2040 is a multi-frequency UHF hand-held transmitter for use with all the receivers from the RMS 2040, RMS
2020, and Envoy ranges. It is also compatible with the older RMS 2000 range. It provides 32 switchable frequencies,
and is configured entirely by infra-red control using the supplied SwitchiR. The HX2040 can be used with a range of
microphone capsules from the Schoeps™ Colette series, and features a robust ergonomic design with a microphone
suspension designed to minimise handling noise.
Infra-red port
Controls, displays, and connections
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Receives commands from and transmits status information
Windshield back to the SwitchiR infra-red controller.
Can be unscrewed to access the microphone capsule.
On button
Microphone capsule Switches the microphone on.
Any capsule from the Schoeps™ Colette range can be used
To prevent the microphone from accidentally being switched
with the HX2040 transmitter. There are 18 different capsules
off during use the HX2040 can only be switched off by using
available, ranging from a hyper-cardioid to an omni pattern.
the SwitchiR, or by briefly disconnecting the battery.
Many of the capsules are available from Audio Limited.
On/Overload indicator
Identification ring and button
The ring above the battery compartment glows red while
The HX2040 is supplied with six colour identifying rings and
the HX2040 is switched on, but will flash off to indicate an
buttons to aid recognition in multi-channel use.
overload if the microphone experiences a loud signal.
Anti-roll ring
Battery compartment
An anti-roll ring is fitted to the windshield to prevent the
Holds one AA 1.5V (LR6 type) alkaline battery.
HX2040 from rolling when placed on a flat surface, such as
a table. Antenna
The transmitter antenna is integrated into the battery
compartment and therefore no external antenna is required.
13HX2040 Hand-Held Transmitter
Setting up the HX2040
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Windshield To set up the HX2040 :
Anti-roll ring • Fit the battery.
• Switch on by pressing and holding the grey On button
below the infra-red port for one second.
• Check or select the operating frequency.
Microphone • Check or set the gain.
capsule
• Check or set the low frequency cut filter.
Microphone • Check the battery status.
mount
These steps are explained below:
Coloured
identification
ring
Fitting the battery
Infra-red
port • Open the battery compartment by gripping the cover and
sliding it gently away from the body of the HX2040.
Transmitter
body
• Fit the battery with the positive terminal uppermost and
close the battery cover until it clicks shut.
On button
On/Overload
+ indicator
AA
Battery
compartment Do not twist or turn the battery cover.
with integral
antenna
Removing the battery
The battery can easily be removed by pushing a small coin
into the slot in the compartment beneath the battery.
Coloured
identification
button
14HX2040 Hand-Held Transmitter
Switching on For example: CHANNEL
* Press and hold the grey On button below the infra-red 01
port for one second until the ring above the battery
• Press a or v to scroll through the 32 frequencies read
compartment glows red.
from the transmitter until the desired frequency or
When not in use the power should be switched off using the channel is displayed.
SwitchiR, as described below. Alternatively the HX2040 can
For example: CHANNEL
be switched off by opening the battery compartment and
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briefly disconnecting the battery.
• Point the SwitchiR at the infra-red port on the HX2040 and
Selecting the operating frequency
press OK.
You can check or change the operating frequency of the
HX2040 via infra-red control using the SwitchiR. If the command was received successfully the display will
show the new set frequency.
To check the frequency:
For example: FREQUENCY
• Press MENU.
Tx
857.950 MHz
The display shows: FREQUENCY
Fr Otherwise it will show:
MHz
Error
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
• Repeat the above steps if an error message is displayed,
the HX2040 and press OK.
moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra-red port.
FREQUENCY
The display shows the current
854.900 Setting the gain
frequency; for example: Tx MHz
The steps between 0-9 gain settings are approximately 3
To change the frequency: to 4dB. Set the gain position so that the Overload indicator
does not flash off during normal operation. A typical setting
• Press OK.
is 6 or 7.
The display will alternately flash between showing the
To check the gain setting:
frequency and channel number.
• Press MENU followed by a.
15HX2040 Hand-Held Transmitter
The display will indicate: AF LEVEL Setting the low frequency cut filter
TxRx
AF The LF cut filter gives an approximately 10dB cut at 50Hz to
reduce handling and wind noise.
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port of
the HX2040 and press OK. To check the status of the low frequency cut filter:
AF LEVEL
The display will show the current • Press MENU
0
transmitter gain setting: Tx
• Press a twice until the
LF Cut
display shows: Tx
To change the gain setting:
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
• Press OK again.
the transmitter and press OK.
The display will flash the level setting.
The current LF cut filter setting
• Press a or v to step between gain settings 0-9 until the is displayed; for example: Tx
OFF
required gain setting is displayed.
To change the filter setting:
For example: !& ,%6%,
• Press OK again.
4X
The current setting will flash.
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
the transmitter and press OK. • Press a or v to toggle between ON or OFF until the
required setting is displayed.
If the command was received correctly the display will show
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
the new gain setting.
the transmitter and press OK.
For example: !& ,%6%,
If the command was received successfully the new setting
4X
will be displayed.
Otherwise the display shows:
For example:
Error
Tx
On
• Repeat the previous steps if an error message is
displayed, moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra-red
port.
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Otherwise the display will show: The display
Error will show: dISABLE
TxRx TxRx
Ir ?
• Repeat the previous steps if an error message is • Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
displayed, moving the SwitchiR closer to the infra-red the transmitter and press OK.
port.
If the command was received
Checking the battery status successfully the display will show: Tx
Ir OFF
• Press MENU.
Note: Once the infra-red port has been disabled, any
• Press a three times until
subsequent interrogation of the transmitter will give an Error
the display shows: TxRx
BAtt
display; this is not a fault.
• Align the front of the SwitchiR with the infra-red port on
the transmitter and press OK. Fitting the microphone capsule
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The display will show the The HX2040 transmitter uses high quality interchangeable
current battery status: Tx
1.25v condensor capsules from the Schoeps™ Colette range. The
HX2040 is compatible with the full range of capsules and
The battery level can also be checked from the receiver; see
accessories in this range.
the appropriate instructions for the receiver.
The capsule mounting has a unique gel-based suspension to
Infra-red disable minimise handling noise.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
You can protect the HX2040 from an accidental change To fit a capsule
of settings, such as in a live performance, by disabling • Unscrew the metal windscreen from the top of the
the infra-red port on the transmitter. This will prevent transmitter.
all communication to the transmitter until the battery is • Screw the capsule into place taking care not to cross-
disconnected and reconnected. thread the capsule or over-tighten it.
• Replace the windscreen.
Disabling the infra-red port
• Press MENU.
• Press v twice.
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Holding the HX2040 Available capsules A02S bright omni
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AC4 cardioid
The HX2040 should be held above the illuminated On/ AC4A cardioid for vocal use and
others from Schoeps™ Colette range
Overload indicator ring. This will enable maximum power
to be radiated from the integral antenna in the battery Indicators Red LED for on;
LED off indicates overload
compartment. Holding the HX2040 over the battery
compartment will impair the range of the transmitter and Other Specially designed suspension
minimises handling noise
should be avoided.
Length 260mm including windshield
The frequency, gain, and LF status setting will be retained
Diameter 44/36mm reducing to 22mm at base
even if the battery is removed from the transmitter.
Weight 185g
An external foam windshield is available from Audio Limited.
Operating temperature -20°C to +55°C range
Technical specification
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Compliant to R&TTE Directive FCC
0891
Frequency range 470MHz–1000MHz
Number of frequencies 32 pre-programmed
Switching range Up to 24MHz
Output power 10mW nominal
Gain control range 30dB in 10 steps
Frequency response 50Hz to 18kHz ±1dB excluding
capsule
THDDeclaration of conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
Déclaration de conformité pour la CEE
EG-Konformitäts-Erklärung
Certificato di conformitá comunitario
Declaración de Conformidad
EG-Conformiteitsverklaring
AUDIO LIMITED
Audio House, Progress Road High, Wycombe, HP12 4JD, U.K.
declare that these devices / déclarons que ces appareils / erklären, dass
die Produkte / declaramos que estos aparatos / dichiaria che questi
apparecchi / verklaren, dat deze toestelen
TX2040 Pocket Transmitter
HX2040 Handheld Transmitter
conform to the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. To
demonstrate compliance with these requirements, the following standards
were consulted:
sont conformes aux prescriptions fondamentales dan la Directive R&TTE
1999/5/EC. Pour mettre en pratique dans la règle de l’art les prescriptions,il
a été tenu compte des normes suivantes:
den einschlägigen Anforderungen der R&TTE-Direktive 1999/5/EC
entsprechen. Zur sachgemäßen Umsetzung der in den EG-Richtlinien
genannten Anforderungen wurden folgende Norman herangezogen:
complen los requimientos básicos de la normativa de la normativa R&TTE
1999/5/EC. Con il fin de realizar de forma adecuada los requirimientos
referidos en la normativa fueron consaltadas las siguientes normativas:
sono conformi alla normativa R&TTE 1999/5/EC. Per un’appropriato
risconto nell’ambito della normativa CEE sono state consultate le seguenti
normative:
evereenkomt met de basiseisen van de EG-Richtlijn 1999/5/EC. Om de eisen,
die in de EG-Richtlijnen vermeld zijn, in juiste vorm om te zetten, zijn van
volgende normen gebruik gemaakt:
Article 3.1a: EN 60065:2002 (Safety of Electrical Equipment)
Article 3.1b: EN 301 489-9:2002 (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
Article 3.2: EN 300 422-2:2000 (Radio Performance)
Conformity assessed via Annex IV using a Technical Construction. File
examined by Notified Body 0891, TRL Compliance Services Ltd.
May 2004
Lee Stone
(Technical Director)
19CHAPTER
4
SwitchiR Infra-Red Controller
The SwitchiR is a compact custom-designed infra-red controller for use with the 2040 Range. It provides functions
to allow you to read the status of a device, or change its settings. In addition it includes a convenient built-in 9V
battery tester:
Menu/On button
<
> Turns on the SwitchiR . The display will initially show the
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frequency screen:
FREQUENCY
Fr MHz
Controls
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . a/v Scroll buttons
Infra-red port
Allow you to scroll through the menus, or the selections on
_
9V battery the frequency, audio level, and LF cut screens.
tester
FREQUENCY
Display
+ Fr MHz
Menu/On button V
OK button
Scroll buttons
OK button V Confirms the current selection.
Power saving feature
The SwitchiR will switch off if no buttons are pressed within
Infra-red port 30 seconds, to conserve battery life.
Point the infra-red port at the front of the SwitchiR directly at
The SwitchiR will also switch off automatically if the
the infra-red port of the transmitter or receiver, keeping the
menu button is kept pressed for more than 50 seconds; for
SwitchiR within 30cm of the port.
example while the SwitchiR is in a pocket or bag.
20SwitchiR Infra-Red Controller
Using SwitchiR Menu Description
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Full instructions for using SwitchiR with each of the products Sn Press OK to read the serial number of a receiver or
transmitter and display it on the display. The serial
in the 2040 Range are given in the appropriate chapter of
number consists of a six-digit prefix followed by a
this guide. two-digit suffix, and these are flashed alternately on
the display.
The following table summarises the SwitchiR functions, and
User ID Displays the unit’s user ID. You can edit the user ID
describes the additional functions included in SwitchiR . using the AudiR™ application.
iR disable Press OK to disable the infra-red port on a
Menu Description transmitter or receiver until power is disconnected
and reapplied.
Fr Press OK to read the transmitter or receiver
frequency setting. Press OK again followed by a Off Press OK to turn a transmitter off. Not available for
or v to select a new frequency, and press OK to receivers.
transmit it to the unit.
AF Press OK to read the receiver or transmitter audio
level. Press OK again followed by a or v to select Technical specification
a new audio level and press OK to transmit it to the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
unit.
Size 65 x 30 x 11mm (17mm at battery end)
LF Cut Press OK to read the transmitter’s LF cut setting.
Press OK again followed by a or v to switch the Weight 20g including battery
setting between on or off and press OK to transmit
it to the unit.
Battery type 6V PX28L Lithium or equivalent
Batt Press OK to read the transmitter or receiver
battery level. For receivers the receiver battery
level alternates with a transmitter battery status
indicator: H (high), L (low), or F (fail).
Int Batt Displays the battery voltage of the SwitchiR internal
battery. If this falls below 5.00V the internal battery
should be replaced.
9V Batt Allows you to test a 9V 6LR61 type battery by
holding it against the two metal terminals on the
side of the SwitchiR. A reverse polarity warning is
displayed if the battery is connected the wrong way
round.
21CHAPTER
3
Control-X Transmitter Controller
The Control-X uses electromagnetic induction to switch on or off the TX2040 transmitter, or check its frequency, even
when the transmitter is hidden beneath clothing. It has a built-in frequency counter and battery tester.
Display
Controls, display, and connections
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shows the status of the Control-X, and displays frequency
i
ViVÌÀ and voltage.
,i`Ê"
`V>ÌÀ ON/OFF buttons
>ÌÌiÀÞ ÀiiÊ" For turning the pocket transmitter on or off.
VÌ>VÌÃ `V>ÌÀ
Battery compartment
" " ÊLÕÌÌ
"ÊLÕÌÌ
Takes a 9V 6LR61 type battery.
Controlling a TX2040
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
>ÌÌiÀÞÊ
V«>ÀÌiÌ Switching on
To switch the TX2040 on, even through clothing:
Lemo connector
• Hold the Control-X within 20cm (8") of the TX2040.
Allows you to plug in a TX2040, TX2020, or DX2020 and
• Press and hold the ON button and slowly wave the
measure its on-load internal battery voltage.
Control-X in front of the transmitter.
Battery contacts
The green indicator illuminates
Allow you to measure the voltage of a 9V 6LR61 type battery.
and the display shows: tr On
Red off indicator
• Release the ON button.
Indicates no signal from the transmitter.
The green indicator stays illuminated if a signal is being
Green on indicator
received from the transmitter, and the display shows the
Indicates a signal received from the transmitter.
frequency.
22Control-X Transmitter Controller
For example: FREQUENCY The display shows:
856.575 MHz
no SIG
Switching off
Displaying the frequency of any
• Hold the Control-X within 20cm (8") of the TX2040.
• Press the OFF button.
transmitter
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Control-X can be used to display the frequency of any
The red indicator illuminates
Audio Ltd or third-party transmitter.
and the display shows: tr OFF
Displaying transmitter frequency
• Release the OFF button.
• Bring the transmitter within 5cm (2”) of the Control-X.
The red indicator stays illuminated • Hold down the ON button.
and the display then shows: no SIG
The display shows the transmitter FREQUENCY
This confirms that the TX2040 has been switched off. frequency; for example: 856.575 MHz
Checking whether the TX2040 is switched on
Checking battery voltages
You can use the Control-X to check the status of the TX2040, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
without switching it on or off, as follows: Checking the Control-X battery
• Press the ON and OFF buttons simultaneously, and
• Hold the Control-X more than 20cm (8") away from the
release them.
TX2040, and press and release the ON button.
• Move the Control-X within 20cm (8") of the TX2040. The display briefly shows the battery
voltage of the Control-X; for example: 7.60u
If the TX2040 is operating the green indicator will be
illuminated and the display shows the frequency. If this falls below 6V the battery should be replaced.
For example: FREQUENCY
Note that the Control-X automatically switches itself off if no
856.575 MHz key has been pressed for approximately 12 seconds.
If the TX2040 is not operating the red indicator will be
illuminated.
23Control-X Transmitter Controller
Checking the battery of other Audio Ltd RMS2020 or
Technical specification
RMS2000 transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
• Plug the transmitter into the Lemo connector on the front Size 100 x 63 x 24mm
of the Control-X without pressing either button.
Weight 150g including battery
The display shows the true on-load internal battery voltage
Battery type 9V 6LR61
of the unit.
For example:
8.55u
Refer to the User Guide for the product for information about
the minimum voltage requirement of the product.
Note: Although the Control-X display automatically turns off
to conserve battery life, the transmitter will remain on while
connected to the Control-X.
Measuring a battery
• Hold the 9V 6LR61 type battery against the two metal
terminals on the side of the Control-X without pressing
any buttons.
The green indicator will be illuminated and the battery
voltage will be displayed.
For example:
8.25u
If the battery is connected the wrong way round the
indicator will be illuminated.
The display shows:
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