AB-120 Announcer Console
2
Operation
2.1
Introduction
Congratulations on choosing this Clear-Com product. Clear-Com was established in 1968 and
remains the market leader in providing intercom
s
for entertainment, educational, broadcast and
industrial applications. The ruggedness and high build-quality of Clear-Com products defines
the industry standard. In fact, many of our original beltpacks and main stations are still in daily
use around the world.
We recommend that you read through this manual completely to better understand the
functions of the system. If you encounter a situation or have a question that this manual does
not address, contact your dealer or call Clear-Com directly at the factory. Our applications
support and service people are standing by to assist you (Refer to the Warranty section for
contact information). Thank you for selecting Clear-Com for your communications needs.
2.2
Description
The AB-120 Announcer Console is a compact desktop unit designed specifically for live event
broadcasting. It integrates all of the input, output, and controls necessary at the announce
position, including intercom, talkback, IFB, and mute.
AB-120 Product
A low noise, low distortion balanced microphone preamplifier delivers broadcast quality sound
from the announcer’s microphone. The AB-120 can be used with virtually any broadcast
headset or separate microphone or headphone fitted with an XLR-5M or “Switchcraft
®
-style”
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