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Congratulations on purchasing the Samson AirLine 88x AG8 Guitar system. The AirLine 88x 
offers true wireless freedom without the hassle of a beltpack or cable. Featuring a plug-in 
transmitter with a dual-position connector that is designed to fit a variety of guitar jacks, the 
system provides professional sound, premium reliability and a 300’ operating range, freeing you 
to roam the stage. Offering frequency-agile UHF operation, the CR88x receiver provides 100 
available channels to secure reliable wireless performance. The receiver provides easy setup 
with 1-touch scan that analyzes and selects the clearest operating channel and infrared set to 
pair the transmitter with the receiver.

The AirLine 88 AG8 system continues Samson’s longstanding commitment to wireless 
innovation. Designed to be an extension of your instrument rather than a separate component, 
the AG8 Guitar Transmitter lets you rule the stage with confidence. The AirLine 88x system 
ensures clear, interruption-free performance by combining tone-key with auto-mute. This 
configuration allows only the transmitter’s audio to pass through the receiver, and mutes the 
output if there is any interference. For travel or permanent installation, the AirLine 88x includes 
a standard 19" rackmount kit.

In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the AirLine 88x wireless 
system, as well as a guided tour through its control panel, step-by-step instructions for its setup 
and use, and full specifications. If your wireless 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 in so that you 
can receive online technical support and so that we can send you updated information about 
this and other Samson products in the future. Also, be sure to check out our website (www.
samsontech.com) for complete information about our full product line.

We recommend you keep the following records for reference, as well as a copy of your sales 
receipt. 

Receiver Serial number: _________________________________________

Transmitter Serial number: ______________________________________

Date of purchase: ______________________________________________

Dealer name: __________________________________________________

If you have any questions or comments regarding the AirLine 88x AG8 Guitar system or any 
other products from Samson, do no hesitate to contact us at 

[email protected].

With proper care and maintenance, your AirLine 88x System will operate trouble-free for many 
years. Should your AirLine 88x System 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 visit 

www.samsontech.com/ra for an RA number prior to shipping 

your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible, return the unit in its 
original carton. If your AirLine 88x System was purchased outside of the United States, contact 
your local distributor for warranty details and service information.

Introduction

Summary of Contents for AirLine 88 Series

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...Copyright 2019 Samson Technologies Corp v3 This product is covered by the US patent US9 602 053 Samson Technologies Corp 278 B Duffy Ave Hicksville NY 11801 www samsontech com...

Page 3: ...CEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK...

Page 4: ...cessories speci fied 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 caution when moving th...

Page 5: ...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 th...

Page 6: ...p instructions for its setup and use and full specifications If your wireless system was purchased in the United States you ll also find a warranty card enclosed don t forget to fill it out and mail i...

Page 7: ...x receiver powered off connect the included power adapter Turn the CR88x on momentarily to confirm that the unit is receiving power You ll see the LED display light up Then turn the CR88x power off Wi...

Page 8: ...than 10 seconds until the display flashes slowly to enter IR Set mode directly 5 Plug receiver into audio system 6 Press Select button to change channe Position the AG8 transmitter about 3 12 8 30 cm...

Page 9: ...ier or mixer until the desired level is reached If you find the system has noticeable dropouts reduced overall working range or unexpected noise bursts change the operating channel of the system using...

Page 10: ...second position designed to be used with all other instruments that have end mount jacks To configure the AG8 for Fender Stratocaster angled jack or flat jack style guitars remove the thumbscrew unsc...

Page 11: ...al sent from the CR88x receiver during the IR SET to channelize the transmitter The IR Lens is only active for the first 10 seconds the transmitter is powered on 3 STATUS LED This two color indicator...

Page 12: ...d batteries can be used they do not supply adequate current for more than four hours of operation WARNING Do not insert the battery backwards doing so can cause severe damage to the AG8 and will void...

Page 13: ...tor lights red when the transmitted audio signal is overloaded 5 LED Display The two digit 7 segment LED display shows the receiver s current operating channel 6 IR Transmitter During IR SET an infrar...

Page 14: ...nically balanced low impedance 600 Ohm XLR jack when connecting the CR88x to professional 4dBu audio equipment Pin wiring is as follows Pin 1 ground Pin 2 high hot and Pin 3 low cold 3 UNBALANCED OUTP...

Page 15: ...the CR88x Rack Mounting Attach the included rack ears by sliding each rack ear into the groove on either side of the CR88x until they lock into place and the receiver flush with the front panel Posit...

Page 16: ...following the steps in the Quick Start Distorted Audio The receiver output level or audio input device level may be too high The input gain on the transmitter AG8 may be too high Audio Dropout The tra...

Page 17: ...1 x AA LR6 Battery Life 5 hours Dimensions LxWxH 1 17 x 1 6 x 4 5 30mm x 40mm x 114mm 1 4 plug is mounted at 45 Weight 0 12lb 50g CR88x Receiver Audio Output Level Unbalanced 14 dBu Audio Output Level...

Page 18: ...Frequency Range EU Country Codes Note K 470 494 MHz AT BE BG CY CZ DK EE FI FR DE GR HU IS IE IT LV LT LU MT NL NO PL PT RO SK SI ES SE CH UK D 542 566 MHz IL 794 806 MHz For use in Israel B 806 810...

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Page 20: ...Y 11801 Phone 1 800 3 SAMSON www samsontech com Follow us Having Trouble with your AirLine Wireless System We can help CONTACT OUR SUPPORT TEAM support samsontech com Our experts can help you resolve...

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