5. Connecting the Audio Output
The Encore II receiver provides both a fixed mic level BALANCED AUDIO OUTPUT
XLR (14) and an adjustable line level UNBALANCED AUDIO OUTPUT 1/4” JACK
(13). The level from the UNBALANCED OUTPUT is controlled by the rear panel
VOLUME CONTROL (6).
(Note: As when making any connection, make sure the
amplifier or mixing board volume is at the minimum level before plugging in
the receiver to avoid possible sound system damage. Also make sure that the
phantom power on the input of the mixer is turned OFF before making connec-
tion to the receiver.)
a. Instrument Connection (using the WGT instrument transmitter)
Insert an audio cord with a 1/4” mono phone plug in the UNBALANCED
OUTPUT JACK (13) on the rear panel of the receiver. Plug the other end of the
cord into an amplifier, effects, or mixing board. Adjust the VOLUME
CONTROL (6) on the Encore II receiver clockwise to about 3/4 rotation, until
the volume level is comfortable for your application. This setting is roughly
equivalent to a direct instrument cord connection. Turning the volume up to
maximum will provide 4dB gain over a cord.
b. Microphone Connection (using the WLT transmitter with either a headset
or lavalier microphone or the WHT handheld microphone transmitter)
For microphone use, either the BALANCED MIC AUDIO OUTPUT XLR (14) or
the 1/4” line level UNBALANCED OUTPUT (13) can be used. The XLR output
is set at a non-adjustable microphone level, similar to hardwired mic levels.
Plug an XLR connector into the XLR output jack on the rear of the unit and plug
the other end into your amplifier or mixing board.
(Note: Make sure the
phantom power on your mixing board is turned off and the volume is
turned down when making connections.)
For your convenience, the XLR
output level is preset at the factory and is not adjustable with the receiver
volume control. To use the 1/4” UNBALANCED OUTPUT JACK (13), follow the
instructions for the Instrument Connection (above), except start with the receiver
volume at 1/2 MAX and adjust the volume control until the volume level is
optimal. If the volume control is set too high, you may overload your mixer or
amp.
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4. Microphone Operation
a. Turn on the Link 2 by sliding the ON/STANDBY/OFF SWITCH (41) to the
STANDBY position (transmitter on, audio muted) or the ON position
(transmitter and audio both on). The LOW BATTERY INDICATOR LED (40) will
give a single quick flash, indicating usable battery strength. In case of dead or
low battery, the indicator will either not go on at all or stay on continuously,
indicating a battery voltage below 7V. If this occurs, replace with fresh 9V
battery. Remember to turn the transmitter off when not in use.
b. The Link 2 is now ready to use. The A and/or B DIVERSITY LED INDICA-
TORS (3) and most or all of the RF DISPLAY LEDs (4) on the Encore II receiver
should now be lit, indicating a received signal from the transmitter. When
ready to speak, slide the transmitter switch to the ON position and adjust the
volume of the receiver as per the Audio Output Microphone Connection section
of the above Encore II receiver instructions. The AF LEVEL LED DISPLAY (5) on
the Encore II receiver will light up to 5 LEDs (4 green and 1 red) for all
input signals. Occasional flickering on and off during use of the top red LED
indicator in this display is normal, however if the red LED stays on continuously,
it means the signal is too loud and there is the possibility of overload distortion.
Re-position the microphone farther from the source or adjust the Link 2
transmitter gain with the VOLUME LO/HI GAIN SWITCH (39). Set for the
maximum possible level without noticeable distortion on the high level peaks.
Set the GAIN SWITCH to LO to decrease the audio level, and set the GAIN
SWITCH to HI to increase the audio level. The red LED indicator should flicker
only on the loudest inputs.
(Note: Observe care in selecting P.A. volume, transmitter location and
speaker placement so that acoustic feedback (howling and screeching)
will be avoided. Please also observe the pickup patterns of the microphone
selected:omnidirectional mics pick up sound equally from all directions and
are prone to feedback if not used carefully. Unidirectional mics are more
resistant to feedback, but pick up sound sources best that are directly in front
of the mic. Also, mics that are farther from the sound source, such as lavaliers,
require more acoustic gain and thus are also more prone to feedback than
close-source mics such as handheld or headworn mics that are used close to
the mouth.)
(Note: Microphone elements can easily be destroyed by the buildup of salts
and minerals from perspiration and saliva. It is good practice to put a wind-
screen on the mic element at all times to protect it.)
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