DMS 700 USER INSTRUCTIONS ........ Please read the manual before using the equipment! .. p. 2 BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG S. 30 Bitte vor Inbetriebnahme des Gerätes lesen! MODE D'EMPLOI ................ Veuillez lire cette notice avant d'utiliser le système! p. 58 p. 86 Fir mware V . 11.11.10 MODO DE EMPLEO ............ ¡Sirvase leer el manual antes de utilizar el equipo! DMS 700 Thank you for purchasing an AKG product. This manual contains important instructions for setting up and operating your equipment. Please take a few minutes to read the instructions below carefully before operating the equipment. Please keep the manual for future reference. We hope you enjoy using your system! Symbols Used L ! L The lightning flash with arrowpoint in an equilateral triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit. The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle on the equipment indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the User Manual. In the User Manual, this symbol marks instructions that the user must follow to ensure safe operation of the equipment. Important Note! L ! · AKG continually improves the internal firmware of the DMS 700 system in order to meet changing customer needs in the best possible way. Should your system use a different firmware version than the one described in this user manual, some functions may differ from the related instructions. · To find out the actual firmware version implemented in your system, please check the menu. The firmware version described in this user manual is stated on the cover page. · Before you read on, we recommend comparing the receiver firmware version against the version described in the manual. If the two versions are not identical, please visit www.akg.com to find out about the latest changes. FCC Statement The DHT 700 D5, DHT 700 C5, and DPT 700 have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a low-power auxiliary station pursuant to Part 74 of the FCC Rules. The DSR 700 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded cables and I/O cords must be used for this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations. Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by AKG Acoustics may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The DRS 700 complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2 Table of Contents 1 Safety and Environment ...........................................................................................................4 Safety ........................................................................................................................................4 Environment...............................................................................................................................4 2 Packing List ..............................................................................................................................5 3 General.....................................................................................................................................6 DMS 700 ...................................................................................................................................6 4 Setting Up.................................................................................................................................8 Inserting Batteries into the Transmitter ..........................................................................................8 Connecting Antennas ..................................................................................................................8 Positioning the Receiver ..............................................................................................................8 Connecting the Receiver to a Mixer/Amplifier.................................................................................8 Ground Lift (16, 19).....................................................................................................................9 Connecting the Receiver to Power ................................................................................................9 Transmitter SILENT Mode ............................................................................................................9 Receiver LOCK Mode...................................................................................................................9 Optional external MUTE switch .....................................................................................................9 5 Operating Notes......................................................................................................................10 SELECT Control (5)....................................................................................................................10 CH1 / CH2 Buttons (10 / 12) ......................................................................................................10 BACK Button (4)........................................................................................................................10 DSP Button (2) ..........................................................................................................................10 Checking the Audio Signal ­ Headphones CH1 / CH2 Buttons (6)...................................................10 6 Display....................................................................................................................................11 Main Window............................................................................................................................11 Channel Information Window .....................................................................................................11 Battery Status Indication............................................................................................................11 Audio Meter .............................................................................................................................11 MUTE Indication (F) ...................................................................................................................11 Antenna Indication ....................................................................................................................12 Status & Warning Messages ......................................................................................................12 7 DSR 700 Menu .......................................................................................................................14 QUICK SETUP ...........................................................................................................................15 CHANNEL.................................................................................................................................16 AUDIO......................................................................................................................................17 ENVIR. SCAN ............................................................................................................................18 REHEARSAL .............................................................................................................................18 UTILITY ....................................................................................................................................19 8 DPT 700 / DHT 700 Menus......................................................................................................20 Standard Startup ......................................................................................................................20 Silent Mode Startup...................................................................................................................21 9 Function Description ..............................................................................................................22 QUICK SETUP ...........................................................................................................................22 CHANNEL Menu........................................................................................................................22 AUDIO Menu.............................................................................................................................23 ENVIRONMENT SCAN................................................................................................................24 REHEARSAL - Sound Check .......................................................................................................24 UTILITY Menu ...........................................................................................................................24 10 Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................25 11 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................26 12 Specifications..........................................................................................................................28 DMS 700 Digital Microphone System..........................................................................................28 DSR 700 Digital True Diversity Receiver......................................................................................28 DPT 700 Digital Bodypack Transmitter .......................................................................................28 DHT 700 Digital Handheld Transmitter........................................................................................29 DMS 700 3 ! L 1 Safety and Environment Safety · Do not spill any liquids on the equipment and do not drop any objects through the ventilation slots in the equipment. · The equipment may be used in dry rooms only. · The equipment should be opened, serviced, and repaired by authorized personnel only. The equipment contains no user-serviceable parts. · Before connecting the equipment to power, check that the AC mains voltage stated on the equipment is identical to the AC mains voltage available where you will use the equipment. · Operate the equipment off voltages between 90 VAC and 240 VAC only. Using a different power voltage may cause serious damage to the unit! · If any solid object or liquid penetrates into the equipment, shut down the sound system immediately. Disconnect the power cable from the power outlet immediately and have the equipment checked by AKG service personnel. · Do not place the equipment near heat sources such as radiators, heating ducts, or amplifiers, etc. and do not expose it to direct sunlight, excessive dust, moisture, rain, mechanical vibrations, or shock. · To avoid hum or interference, route all audio lines, particularly those connected to the microphone inputs, away from power lines of any type. If you use cable ducts or conduits, be sure to use separate ones for the audio lines. · Clean the equipment with a moistened (not wet) cloth only. Be sure to disconnect the equipment from the power outlet before cleaning the equipment! Never use acidic or scouring cleaners or cleaning agents containing alcohol or solvents since these may damage the enamel and plastic parts. · Use the equipment for the applications described in this manual only. AKG cannot accept any liability for damages resulting from improper handling or misuse. Environment · Be sure to dispose of used batteries as required by local waste disposal rules. Never throw batteries into a fire (risk of explosion) or garbage bin. · The packaging of the equipment is recyclable. Dispose of the packa ...