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PPA T20 TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS 

PERSONAL PA Transmitter Model T20 

Dimensions, Weight: 

8.45" (21.5 cm) W x 8.18" (20.8 cm) D 
x 1.72" (4.4 cm) H, 3lbs. (1.5 kg) 

Color: 

Black epoxy paint with white legends 

Rack Mount: 

One IEC rack space high, one or two units can 
be mounted in a single rack space with 
optional RPK 005 (single) or RPK 006 (double) 
Rack Mount Kits 

Power: 

External power supply(TFP 016), 24 VAC, 
50 or 60 Hz, 10 VA, 230 mA max. current drain 

FCC ID: 

CNMT20 

Operating Freqs: 

72–76 MHz, 10 wide–band and 
10 narrow–band channels, 

Stability: 

±.005% stability, 0-50˚ C 

Deviation: 

± 75 kHz max. for wide–band channels,  
± 5 kHz max for narrow–band channels 

Pre-Emphasis: 

Wide-band: 75 µsec, narrow–band: 300 µsec 

RF Field Strength: 

8000 µV/m at 30 m max., 20 mW typical 

Nominal Range: 

300-500 ft. (90-150 m) 

AGC Options: 

(1) standard variable slope compressor/limiter 
(2) Noise Reduction (3) Soft Limit (4) Hard Limit 

Frequency Response: 

WB: 30 Hz – 15 kHz ±3 dB, .25% Max. THD 
NB: 30 Hz – 5 kHz ±3 dB, .25% Max. THD 

Signal to Noise Ratio: 

50 dB with PPA R19 Receiver 

Front Panel: 

Power Indicator: 

Green LED 

RF Indicators: 

Green LED “On” indicates transmitter RF is on 
Amber LED “WB” indicates wide–band 
channel selected 
Amber LED “NB” indicates narrow–band 
channel selected 

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Audio Indicators: 

Amber LED “Ok” for nominal input signal level 
Red LED “Hi” for excessive input signal level 

Audio Level Control: 

Rotary pot, screwdriver adjust, used with audio 
indicator lights 

Tape Output: 

1/4" jack, 600 mV, 100 

 

source impedance, 

also drives mono or stereo headphone 

Rear Panel: 

Audio Inputs: 

All inputs are actively mixed into a single signal, 
allowing use of mono, stereo, 3 channel, or 
4 channel audio sources 

Balanced Audio Input: 

Combination 3-pin female XLR/1/4" stereo jack, 
accepts balanced or unbalanced microphone 
and line level inputs, 25 V or 70 V audio input 

Mic Input Levels: 

Lo-Z, 100 µV min. to 50 mV max. 1 mV nominal, 
3 k

 

input impedance Supplies simplex power 

20 V (DIN45596) for condenser mics 

Line Input Levels: 

21 mV min. to 10 V max., 212 mV nominal, 
100 K

 

input impedance 

70 Volt Input Levels: 

216 mV min. to 100 V max., 2.16 V nominal, 
100 K

 

input impedance  

Unbal. Audio Inputs: 

Four screw terminals, three unbalanced line-
level inputs, one ground, actively mixed 

Input Selector Switch: 

3-position slide-type, selects: mic/line/70 V on 
combination XLR/Phone audio input jack 

High-Pass Filter Switch: 

3-position slide-type, 20 Hz, 175 Hz, or 725 Hz, 
6 dB/octave roll-off 

RF Output Switch: 

3-position slide-type, Full power, – 6dB, – 12dB 

Antenna Outputs: 

Thread Mount for “rubber duckie” flexible whip 
antenna, optional hard-wired 75 

 

Coaxial 

Antenna (ANT 005) uses RG-59 cable, 
400 ft., (140 m) max. cable length 

Power Connections: 

3-pin Molex connector 

Channel Selector: 

2 rotary switches set the operating frequency 

PERSONAL PA Receivers: Model R19*, Model R19-4*, Model R19-6* 

Model PPA R19: 

2-Channel, Pre-Tuned, Selectable 
CH 33 (72.9 MHz), CH 53 (75.7 MHz) standard 
10 Channels Available (72.1-75.9 MHz) 

Model PPA R19–4: 

4-Channel, Pre-Tuned, Selectable 
CH 13 (72.1 MHz), CH 23 (72.5 MHz), 
CH 33 (72.9 MHz), CH 53 (75.7 MHz) 

Model PPA R19–6: 

6-Channel, Pre-Tuned, Selectable 
CH 13 (72.1 MHz), CH 23 (72.5 MHz), 
CH 33 (72.9 MHz), CH 53 (75.7 MHz) 
CH 38 (74.7 MHz), CH 43 (75.3 MHz) 

Dimensions: 

3-5/8" L x 2-3/8" W x 7/8" H  
(92.1 mm x 60.3 mm x 22.2  mm) 

Weight: 

3.2 oz (90 g) with battery 

Color: 

Neptune Blue 

Battery Type: 

(2) BAT 001 AA Alkaline 
or (2) BAT 026 Ni-Cad 

Battery Drain: 

20 mA, nominal 

Battery Life: 

90–100 hrs with 2 AA Alkaline 
45-50 hrs/charge with BAT 026 

Operating Freq: 

Crystal controlled. See factory for frequency 
changing instructions. 

Intermediate Freqs: 

10.7 MHz, 455 kHz 

FCC ID: 
Earphone: 

Output Connector: 
FM Deviation: 
De-Emphasis: 
Sensitivity: 
Squelch Level: 
Frequency Response: 
Receiver Antenna: 
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 
Audio Output: 
Acoustic Output: 

CONTROLS 

Tone: 

Volume & On/Off: 
Channel Selector: 

CNMR19 
Earbud-type with foam cushion, 
3.5 mm plug, mono, 32 

 

3.5 mm mini phone jack, mono 
Narrow–band, 5 kHz 
300 µS 
0.7 µV at 12 dB Sinad 
4 µV for minimum 40 dB S/N ratio 
100 – 5 kHz, ± 3 dB (Tone: Lo) 
Integral with earphone cord 
50dB 
35 mW, max. at 16 

 

(Tone: Lo; 3 VDC Bat.) 

125 dB Max SSPL90 with EAR 013 

Switched Low-Cut 
Lo: 20 Hz / Mid: 120 Hz / Hi: 700 Hz 
Combination, integral 
PPA R19: 2-position, slide switch 
PPA R19-4: 4-position, rotary switch 
PPA R19-6: 6-position, rotary switch 

*NOTE:  

Specific receiver model numbers contain a frequency code. For example, Model R19/33/53 is preset to 
channels 33 and 53. The R19 and R19-4 Receivers are crystal-controlled for optimal stability. If the standard 
R19 or R19-4 channels cannot be used, the receiver must be returned to the factory for alternate crystals. 

Williams Sound Corp. 

10399 West 70th St., Eden Prairie, MN 55344-3459 

U.S.A.  800-843-3544 / 952-943-2252 / FAX: 952-943-2174 

© 1996, Williams Sound Corp.  MAN 062B 

Summary of Contents for PERSONAL PA System 500

Page 1: ...Installation Guide User Manual PERSONAL PA System 500 Narrow Band FM Wireless Listening System Transmitter Model T20 Williams Sound Receiver Model R19 R19 4A R19 6 Helping People Hear MAN 062B...

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Page 3: ...r Connection Audio Connection Using a Microphone T20 Audio Processor Options Using R19 R19 4 R19 6 Receivers Adjusting Receiver Tone Controls Battery Charger Information 8 Receiver Management Suggesti...

Page 4: ...niature radio station the transmitter and microphone pick up the sounds you want to hear and broadcast them over an FM radio signal The receivers are used to pick up the broadcast up to 500 feet away...

Page 5: ...ntenna the weaker the signal becomes A very sensitive receiver like the R19 will allow greater operating distance Because of its excellent operating distance the PPA System 500 can be used in situatio...

Page 6: ...otary control Channel Slide Switch 2 position slide switch used to alternate between two pre set narrow band frequencies Standard channels are 33 and 53 See page 18 for instruction on changing system...

Page 7: ...pe connector for 75 Coaxial signal allowing use of mono stereo line level inputs Antenna ANT 005 uses RG 59 cable Balanced Audio Input Line Mic 70V FM Auditory AssistanceTransmitter Select Unbalanced...

Page 8: ...Step 3 Make audio connections Step 3a If you will be using the T20 with an existing sound system Refer to the Overall System Diagram on page 4 The T20 has been designed to accept virtually any type o...

Page 9: ...IC 70 V Shield Grounded As Required Balanced Line LINE MIC 70 V 1 4in 2 Conductor Phone plug to T20 Input 1 4in 2 Conductor Phone plug to T20 Input LINE MIC 70 V Unbalanced Line Unbalanced Dynamic Mic...

Page 10: ...mally used in the middle 175 Hz position to provide high frequency emphasis that improves speech understanding for hard of hearing listeners If the program content is primarily musical it can be used...

Page 11: ...T20 is shipped in Compressor Mode Noise Reduction Mode The T20 can also be configured for for 2 1 compression This is for use only with a receiver that has a 2 1 expansion circuit for noise reduction...

Page 12: ...OK light does not come on at all turn the T20 input level control clockwise to increase the signal If the input level control is fully clockwise and the OK light still does not come on you will need t...

Page 13: ...Remove the receivers when charging is completed Further Suggestions Receivers SHOULD NOT be left charging continuously when not in use Receivers should always be turned OFF while charging It s best t...

Page 14: ...ver and earphone with the names of regular users so each person uses the same receiver and earphone 3 Ushers issue receivers to people who request them Earphones are sanitized after use Foam ear cushi...

Page 15: ...the center of the receptacle The connectors screw together and need only be finger tight Remote Antenna Location Guidelines For maximum signal strength it is best to select an antenna location somewhe...

Page 16: ...u are not using an input signal from a sound system make sure the microphone is plugged into the Mic jack on the rear of the T20 transmitter and the input selector switch is in the MIC left position 7...

Page 17: ...s or unshielded inputs all of which can act as antennas Try moving the RF Power switch to the 6dB or 12dB position This will reduce the system range somewhat 2 If remedy 1 does not solve the problem w...

Page 18: ...de switch to select from channels 1 or 2 channels 33 and 53 The R19 4 s rotary switch allows you to select between channels 1 4 channels 13 23 33 and 53 The R19 6 s rotary switch allows you to select...

Page 19: ...itter R19 R19 4 and R19 6 Receivers are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for FIVE YEARS Microphones earphones cables carry cases rechargeable batteries and chargers are warranted...

Page 20: ...ects mic line 70 V on combination XLR Phone audio input jack High Pass Filter Switch 3 position slide type 20 Hz 175 Hz or 725 Hz 6 dB octave roll off RF Output Switch 3 position slide type Full power...

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