25
Problem
Possible Cause Solution
Comment
The audio
is noisy or
distorted.
This can
include
drop outs,
white noise,
bursts, pops,
and clicks.
(Continued)
The input level
on the recorder
or mixer is too
high.
Turn down the audio input level on your
recording device.
Make sure the output of the receiver is plugged into
the line-level input on your mixer, and that the line/
mic switch on your mixer is set to line.
Turn down the gain on your mixer.
If there is no adjustment on the device, adjust the
microphone level on the transmitter. Keep this level as
high as possible without distortion.
For general dialogue, try to keep the
microphone-level in the target-level
mark. Because the talent can adjust
this, make sure the talent is aware
of the receiver and knows not to
change the controls unless instructed
otherwise.
Make note of your level settings before
recording.
The batteries are
weak.
Replace the batteries in the transmitter or handheld
transmitter.
Make sure to bring extra batteries
with you.
You should replace the batteries on
every shoot.
Rechargeable batteries will save money
over time, and NiCd batteries generally
have a long performance time.
The unit will
not turn on.
The batteries are
dead.
Replace the batteries in the proper unit.
Make sure to bring extra batteries
with you.
