Trantec S5.5 series User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WIRELESS MICROPHONES SYSTEM
S5.5 series
CONTENTS
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
3. FEATURES
4. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
5. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS
6. RECEIVER FREQUENCY SELECTION
7. MISCELLANEOUS SETTINGS ON
RECEIVER
8. HANDHELD MICROPHONE SET-UP
9. BELTPACK TRANSMITTER SET-UP
10. BATTERY INDICATON
11. S5 Series Rack Mount Kit
12. Mini-XLR Wiring Connections
13. OPERATIONAL HINTS
14. TROUBLESHOOTING
15. CERTIFICATIONS
16. SPECIFICATIONS
Thank you for purchasing TOA's TRANTEC S5 series Wireless Microphone system.
Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.

Trantec S5.5 series Specifications

General

Brand	Trantec
Model	S5.5 series
Category	Microphone system
Language	English

Summary

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety Symbol and Message Conventions

Explains the meaning of warning and caution symbols used in the manual for hazard identification.

When Installing the Receiver

Precautions for safe receiver placement and connection to prevent fire or electric shock.

When the Receiver is in Use

Safety guidelines for operating the receiver, including actions for malfunctions.

When the Microphone or Transmitter is in Use

Safety guidelines for using wireless microphones and transmitters near medical equipment.

2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

3. FEATURES

4. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

5. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS

1. Power switch

Controls the unit's on/off state.

2. Power indicator

Shows the operational status of the power supply.

3. Infrared (IR) port

Used for transmitting signals to the transmitter for setup.

4. Reception lamps [RF A, RF B]

Indicate radio signal reception status.

5. LCD screen

Displays system status and settings.

6. Jog wheel

Interface for navigating menus and adjusting settings.

7. Mute indicator

Signals when audio output is muted.

8. Headphone output

Socket for monitoring audio via headphones.

9. USB port

For connecting to a PC for software monitoring.

10. Cable hanger

A hook for managing the power cable.

11. DC input jack

Connection for the AC adapter power supply.

12. AF output

Unbalanced audio output via 1/4" jack.

13. AF output level selector

Chooses between MIC and LINE audio output levels.

14. AF output

Balanced XLR audio output with selectable levels.

15. Antenna distribution outputs A, B

Outputs RF signals for cascade connection.

16. Antenna inputs A, B

Connects external antennas.

Handheld microphone : S5.5-HDX2 & S5.5-HCX2

1. Power switch

Activates or deactivates the handheld transmitter.

2. LCD screen

Displays status and settings for the handheld unit.

3. Up down key [▲▼]

Adjusts channel and AF gain on the transmitter.

4. Infrared (IR) port

Receives setup signals from the receiver.

5. Muting switch

Temporarily silences the microphone audio.

6. Power lamp

Indicates the transmitter is powered on.

7. Battery compartment

Houses the AA battery for the transmitter.

Belt-pack transmitter : S5.5-BTX2

1. Power lamp

Indicates the transmitter is powered on.

2. Power switch

Activates or deactivates the beltpack transmitter.

3. Input connector

Mini-XLR socket for microphone or instrument cable.

4. Antenna

Transmits the RF signal.

5. Infrared (IR) port

Receives setup signals from the receiver.

6. Up down key [▲▼]

Adjusts channel and AF gain on the transmitter.

7. LCD screen

Displays status and settings for the transmitter.

8. Clip

Attaches the transmitter to clothing or a belt.

9. Battery compartment

Houses the AA battery for the transmitter.

10. Microphone

Connects the audio input source to the transmitter.

6. RECEIVER FREQUENCY SELECTION

6-1. To change the selected channel in BANK

Selects frequencies from pre-defined banks.

6-2. To change the selected channel to a Custom single frequency

Sets a specific custom frequency.

6-3. To Program a transmitter with Bank information via receiver Infrared port

Synchronizes transmitter frequency via IR.

7. MISCELLANEOUS SETTINGS ON RECEIVER

7-1. Mute/Squelch Settings

Adjusts noise suppression levels.

7-2. Audio Processing

Configures audio response shaping (Phase, Lo Cut, Hi Boost).

7-3. Headphone Volume

Controls the output level for headphone monitoring.

7-4. Channel Scan

Automatically finds available frequencies to avoid interference.

7-5. Pilot Tone

Enables/disables pilot tone for compatibility and interference detection.

7-6. Phantom Power

Provides power to external microphones via antenna inputs.

7-7. LCD Contrast

Adjusts the brightness and contrast of the display.

7-8. Lock TX switch

Prevents accidental changes to transmitter settings.

8. HANDHELD MICROPHONE SET-UP

Opening the microphone

Disassembly to access internal components.

Battery fitting

Inserting the power source correctly.

Switch on

Activating the device.

Check for received signal

Verifying transmitter-receiver communication.

Frequency adjustment

Tuning the transmitter to the correct frequency.

Gain adjustment

Setting the microphone input sensitivity.

Mute switch

Activating the audio muting function.

9. BELTPACK TRANSMITTER SET-UP

Battery fitting

Inserting the power source correctly.

Antenna fitting

Attaching the RF transmission antenna.

Microphone

Connecting the audio input device.

Switch on

Activating the device.

Check for received signal

Verifying transmitter-receiver communication.

Frequency adjustment

Tuning the transmitter to the correct frequency.

Gain adjustment

Setting the microphone input sensitivity.

10. BATTERY INDICATON

11. S5 Series Rack Mount Kit

11-1. 19" Rack Mounting for 2 x S5 Series Receivers

Details for mounting two receivers side-by-side in a rack.

11-2. 19" Rack 1 x S5 Series Receiver with Front Mount Antenna

Details for mounting a single receiver with front-mounted antennas in a rack.

12. Mini-XLR Wiring Connections

12-1. Wiring for Mini-XLR Flying Socket

Specific pinout and connection diagrams for various audio sources.

13. OPERATIONAL HINTS

15. CERTIFICATIONS