Configuration of the Packages This manual is for the UWP-D21/D22/D26 Wireless Microphone Packages. The contents of each package are described below. Note Some of the packages may not be available in certain countries or areas. In addition, the U90 model can only be used in the USA.
UWP-D22 The package consists of a hand-held microphone (UTX-M40), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P40), and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed. Portable diversity tuner Hand-held microphone (URX-P40) (1)
UWP-D26 The UWP-D26 consists of a plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40), a body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40), a portable diversity tuner (URX-P40), and their accessories. When used in conjunction with a compact camcorder, a mobile system for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) applications can be constructed. Plug-on transmitter Body-pack transmitter Portable diversity tuner...
Models available separately The transmitter and tuner in each package are available for purchase separately. The components provided with each product are given below. UTX-B40 • Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) (1) • Omni-directional lavalier microphone (1) • Wind screen (1) • Holder clip (1) •...
• High quality sound with Sony Digital Audio Processing used for various purposes, such as ENG (Electronic News • “NFC SYNC” function for quick and easy secure...
• If a lavalier microphone other than the one supplied is Name and Function of connected, the proper performance may not be obtained. Parts e Display section Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) A RF transmission indicator Displays the current transmission status. : Transmitting –...
For details, see “Configuration menu” (page 23). Hand-held microphone (UTX-M40) I Gain mode indicator Displays the gain mode setting. For details, see “Setting the audio gain (GAIN MODE)” (page 28). f + or – button Selects functions or values shown on the display. g Infrared detector Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner.
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You can disable the power supply operation of the For details about the muting function, see “Setting the POWER/MUTE button and change the muting function operation of the audio muting function (POWER/MUTE) on/off control method from the configuration menu. (UTX-M40 only)” (page 29). For details, see “Setting the operation of the audio F Battery level indicator muting function (POWER/MUTE) (UTX-M40 only)”...
e Display section Plug-on transmitter (UTX-P40) Front A RF transmission indicator Displays the current transmission status. : Transmitting – : Transmission stopped B RF transmission power indicator Indicates the current transmission power setting. You can change the setting with the RF transmission power setting function.
I Gain mode indicator Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) Displays the gain mode setting. For details, see “Setting the audio gain (GAIN MODE)” Front (page 28). f + or – button Selects functions or values shown on the display. g Infrared detector Receives the frequency and compander mode set on the tuner.
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a Antenna B Peak indicator Lights up when the signal is 3 dB below the level at which b PHONES (monitor) connector (3.5 mm distortion begins as a warning of excessive input level. diameter, stereo mini jack) C Transmitter power warning indicator Connect to headphones to monitor the audio output.
Function Operation Power Supply Supply ON Press button for one second or longer Supply OFF Press button until the indicator turns This section describes the power supply of each device. Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) and plug-on l OUTPUT (audio output) connector (3.5 mm transmitter (UTX-P40) diameter, stereo mini jack) The unit operates using power supplied from two AA...
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Body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) / Turn the grip in the direction of the arrow, and pull the grip down until the battery compartment is portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) visible. The following describes the procedure using illustrations for the body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40). Batteries can be inserted in the portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) in the same manner.
Always use cables that comply with the USB Type C standard. AA) Sony alkaline batteries. The battery level may not be displayed correctly when different kinds of batteries, different brand of batteries, or old batteries are used. If...
Attaching the wind screen to the Attaching Accessories microphone This section describes how to attach the supplied accessories to each device. Align and insert the microphone Attaching accessories to the into the hole in the wind screen. body-pack transmitter (UTX-B40) Attaching a belt clip Connecting the microphone Microphone (supplied)
Disconnecting a microphone or cable Attaching accessories to the hand-held microphone (UTX-M40) Microphone or cable connector Attaching the microphone holder Release button Press the release button firmly until the lock is fully released, and pull the microphone or cable out slowly. Insert the base of the microphone into the holder.
Operation Procedure for UWP-D series devices (UTX-B40/ M40/P40 and URX-P40) Connect the tuner as required. For details about example connections, see “System Configuration Example” (page 32). Press and hold the POWER button for at least one second on the tuner to turn the power on. Note Some noise may occur when power is turned on.
Information about the channel set on the tuner is sent Tuner Settings to the transmitter, and then the transmit channel is set. “COMPLETE” is shown on the display of the transmitter and tuner, and the transmitter vibrates when setup is finished. Menu structure and operation If the transmitter is turned off when NFC communication is initiated, the transmitter...
• VERSION (software version) display Use the + or – button to select the desired group name, then press the SET button. Basic menu operation The channel group is set, and the channel number display starts flashing. The basic menu operation is the same in simple mode and extended mode.
Press the + button. The tuner starts to scan through the selected channel group. When available channels are found, the first channel number among the available channels starts flashing on the display. To display the next available channel number Press the + button. Press the + button.
Configuring transmitter settings via NFC Configuration menu communication (SYNC RX->TX) Procedure for portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) Transfers the frequency and compander mode set on the This section describes each function and configurable tuner to a transmitter using NFC communication. items. Underlined entries indicate factory default settings.
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Setting the menu display mode (MENU Notes MODE) • NFC communication lasts approximately 20 seconds. Perform step 4 within 20 seconds of performing step 3. Sets the menu display mode. After 20 seconds have elapsed, NFC communication SIMPLE: Displays only the required settings. automatically finishes and the GP/CH menu appears.
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Specifies whether the power supply from the batteries (size AA) batteries. Indicates the battery level based on inserted in the unit or from an external USB portable the characteristics of new Sony alkaline LR6 (size AA) power supply or accessory connected to the USB batteries.
Setting the display brightness Transmitter Settings (BRIGHTNESS) Adjusts the brightness of the OLED display using ten levels. The configurable values are given below. Menu structure and operation (Dark) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (Bright) Procedure for all transmitters (UTX-B40/M40/ Note P40) This function is displayed in extended mode only.
• RF POWER (RF transmit output level) select • +48V SUPPLY (+48 V power supply) setting Function name (UTX-P40 only) • POWER LOCK (POWER button lock) function • RUNNING TIME (accumulated running time) display • MENU MODE (menu display mode) setting •...
Adjusting the audio input attenuation level (ATTENUATOR) You can set the audio input attenuation level in 3 dB increments to reduce noise distortion. The factory default setting is 9 dB on the UTX-B40, and 0 dB on the UTX-M40/P40. Use the + or – button to select the desired channel Notes number, then press the SET button.
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• “---” is displayed for ATTENUATOR and GAIN To reset the time display MODE if INPUT LEVEL is set to LINE, and the settings cannot be modified. Press and hold the SET button until the time display starts flashing. Setting the transmit output level (RF Press the –...
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You can set the type of battery being used in order to headphones to suddenly change. provide a more accurate battery level indication. TYPE1: Recommended setting when using alkaline LR6 (size AA) batteries. Indicates the battery level based on the characteristics of new Sony alkaline LR6 (size AA) batteries.
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Displaying the software version (VERSION) Displays the software version of the transmitter. Note This function is displayed in extended mode only.
System Configuration Example The following is a configuration example for use with UWP-D series devices. Sample configuration for ENG (Electronic News Gathering) or EFP (Electronic Field Production) with a camcorder Portable diversity tuner (URX-P40) (with shoe mount adaptor attached) Plug-on transmitter Hand-held Body-pack...
Meaning Solution EEP ERROR An error has occurred in the backup memory data. Contact your point of purchase or Sony service representative. PLL ERROR An error occurred in the PLL synthesizer circuit. Restart the unit. If the message persists, contact your point of purchase or Sony service representative.
Troubleshooting If you have any problem, use the following checklist before asking for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your point of purchase or Sony service representative. Symptom Cause Solution The unit does not turn The 3 and # polarity orientation of the batteries is Insert the batteries with the correct polarity incorrect.
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Symptom Cause Solution The attenuator cannot The GAIN MODE menu is set to AUTO GAIN, or Change the GAIN MODE menu and INPUT be set. the INPUT LEVEL menu is set to LINE. LEVEL menu settings. There is sound The channel setting on the transmitter is different Use the same channel setting on both the interruption or noise.
Keep devices as far from such equipment as possible or ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER. use buffering material. • SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF ANY KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT OR Cleaning MADE BY THIRD PARTIES.
0 dB to 27 dB (3 dB steps) 782.000 MHz Indicators POWER, AUDIO/MUTE (UHF-TV channels 38 to 46) Battery life (measured with two Sony LR6/AA size KR model: 925.125 MHz to alkaline batteries at 25 °C (77 °F), 937.500 MHz DISPLAY MODE set to AUTO E model: 794.125 MHz to 805.875 MHz...
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Dimensions Battery life (measured with two Sony LR6/AA size alkaline batteries at 25 °C (77 °F), DISPLAY MODE set to AUTO OFF) Approx. 8 hours with output power of 30 mW (UC, U, CE, LA, CN models) Approx. 10 hours with output power of...
Approx. 6 hours with output power of 90U model: 941.625 MHz to 30 mW (CE, CN models) 951.875 MHz, 953.000 MHz to Approx. 7 hours with output power of 956.125 MHz, and 956.625 MHz to 10 mW (E, KR models) 959.625 MHz Dimensions 21CE model: 470.025 MHz to...
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Battery life Approx. 6 hours (measured with two Sony LR6/AA size alkaline batteries at 25 °C (77 °F), DISPLAY MODE set to AUTO OFF) Dimensions 63 (2 31 (1 63 × 70 × 31 mm (2 × 2 × 1 in.)