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Features

The URX-S03D UHF Synthesized Diversity Tuner is a 
two-channel slot-in wireless tuner that can be used in 
conjunction with Sony professional camcorders and 
optional wireless adapters.

Two-channel camcorder-slot-in receiver

The unit is a camcorder slot-in receiver that supports 
systems that include two transmitters operating 
simultaneously. If your camcorder does not support slot-
in mounting, you can attach the unit to an optional DWA-
01D or DWA-F01D wireless adapter.

XDCAM compatibility 

The two channels of digital signals processed by the 
unit’s DSP can be sent directly to the camcorder via the 
15-pin D-sub connector. The RF/AF levels of each 
wireless microphone can also be viewed via the 
camcorder’s viewfinder.

HDCAM compatibility

The units’ single channel of analog output signals can be 
sent directly to the camcorder via the 15-pin D-sub 
connector. Two different audio signals sent from two 
transmitters can also be mixed for output as a single-
channel audio signal.
The RF/AF levels of each wireless microphone can also 
be viewed via the camcorder’s viewfinder. When both 
channels are enabled, channel 1 is displayed. When only 
one channel is enabled, that channel is displayed.

True diversity system

The unit is equipped with two lines of reception for each 
channel that can receive signals from the transmitter 
simultaneously. The true diversity system determines the 
stronger of the two antennas signals and selects it 
automatically, achieving highly stable reception with 
minimal interruption and noise across a wide area.

Compatibility with Sony analog wireless 
microphones

The built-in DSP enables digital companding for high-
quality audio transmissions. Switching to compander 
mode allows operation in conjunction with Sony analog 
wireless microphone system (UWP series and WRT 
series) transmitters.

High-visibility display

The area of the display screen is twice that of previous 
models, providing enhanced visibility. The built-in 
backlight also allows easy settings changing in even the 
darkest of shooting locations.

Channel scanning

Clear channel scanning for detecting unoccupied 
channels and active channel scanning for detecting used 
channels allow you to quickly assess the situation at a 
location and configure the appropriate channel.

Built-in infrared communication function

When operating in conjunction with UWP-D series 
transmitters, the frequency and compander mode settings 
configured on the unit can be sent using the infrared 
communication function, allowing you to complete 
channel configurations quickly.

Sturdy construction for use outdoors

Designed to withstand rough outdoor conditions with its 
solid dust-proof body, the unit meets JIS II drip-resistance 
standards when mounted on a camcorder with its 
antennas attached.

Switchable squelch function

A squelch function that can be turned on or off depending 
on the situation is available.

Summary of Contents for URX-S03D

Page 1: ...UHF Synthesized Diversity Tuner Operating Instructions URX S03D 4 590 341 11 1 2016 Sony Corporation ...

Page 2: ...nel Scan 6 Searching for Active Channels within a Group Active Channel Scan 6 Setting the Compander Mode 6 Using the Squelch Function 7 Using the Infrared Communication Function 7 Menu Displays and Detailed Settings 9 Menu Structure and Hierarchy 9 Basic Menu Operations 9 UTILITY Menu 9 RX tuner 1 2 Menu 10 Error Messages 11 Troubleshooting 12 Important Notes on Use 13 Usage and Storage 13 Cleanin...

Page 3: ...neously The true diversity system determines the stronger of the two antennas signals and selects it automatically achieving highly stable reception with minimal interruption and noise across a wide area Compatibility with Sony analog wireless microphones The built in DSP enables digital companding for high quality audio transmissions Switching to compander mode allows operation in conjunction wit...

Page 4: ...cts the displayed menu h SET button Changes the item to be set or enters the selected function or parameter value i or button Use to select a function or value j Infrared transmission port Transmits the frequency and compander mode settings configured on the unit to the transmitter k Display section A Audio input level meter Indicates the input signal level B Peak indicator Warns of excessive inpu...

Page 5: ...about the channel groups and channels that can be selected refer to the Frequency List on the CD ROM To prevent interference and noise beware of the following Do not use multiple transmitters that have been set to the same channel at the same time When using two or more channels at the same time always configure different channels within the same group Keep all transmitters and receivers at least ...

Page 6: ... to the CLR SCAN screen 4 Press the SET button when the desired channel number starts flashing The search for available channels finishes and the displayed channel is set Searching for Active Channels within a Group Active Channel Scan You can search for channels in use within the specified channel group This is useful when using more than one receiver in combination with a single transmitter Befo...

Page 7: ...searching for radio interference or external noise for example The following squelch functions are available on the unit However the functions can only be enabled or disabled together and not individually RF radio frequency squelch Audio output is muted if the RF input level drops below the RF squelch level The RF squelch level is fixed Tone squelch Audio output is muted unless radio waves that in...

Page 8: ...he unit in step 3 continues for about 10 seconds Perform steps 4 and 5 within those 10 seconds If 10 seconds have elapsed you can reestablish the infrared link using the SYNC screen on the unit Place the unit and transmitter within about 20 cm 8 in of each other If 5 seconds elapse without any user input after the prompt appears on the transmitter display the transmitter returns to its previous st...

Page 9: ... are not displayed UTILITY Menu The UTILITY menu includes items related to the basic receiver settings including meter displays These functions and parameters are explained here Underlined items are the factory setting The functions indicated by ADAPTER in the upper right corner are related to the AES EBU output when the receiver is used in conjunction with an optional wireless adapter The functio...

Page 10: ...hronization with an external word clock signal The current synchronization status is displayed UNLOCK or LOCK Terminating the sync signal 75ohm This function provides termination for the WORD SYNC connecter on the wireless adapter ON 75 ohm termination is added OFF 75 ohm termination is not added When the receiver is turned off the termination is released Displaying the accumulated running time TI...

Page 11: ... of the compander For details see Setting the Compander Mode page 6 Setting the frequency to an active channel ACT SCAN Search for channels already in use This is useful when using more than one receiver in combination with a single transmitter For details see Searching for Active Channels within a Group Active Channel Scan page 6 Setting the squelch function SQUELCH Enable the squelch function to...

Page 12: ...d on the supplied CD ROM and reconfigure the channel on each transmitter The transmitters are not set to the channels within the same channel group The channel plan is set so that no signal interference occurs when two or more transmitters are used simultaneously Set each transmitter to a different channel within the same channel group Adjacent channels are being used Use the channels separated by...

Page 13: ...Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Receive frequencies Models available in USA 470 MHz to 542 MHz UC14 model 566 MHz to 608 MHz and 614 MHz to 638 MHz UC30 model 638 MHz to 698 MHz UC42 model Models available in Europe 470 MHz to 542 MHz CE21 model 566 MHz to 630 MHz CE33 model 638 MHz to 694 MHz CE42 model Model available in China 710 MHz to 782 MHz CN38 model Model available in Korea 925 MHz to ...

Page 14: ...E FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF ANY KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT OR MADE BY THIRD PARTIES SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FO...

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