Samson Concert 88 Owner's Manual - Important Safety Information

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Summary of Concert 88

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    Owner's manual 16-channel true diversity uhf wireless system.

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    Copyright 2013, samson technologies corp. V2 samson technologies corp. 45 gilpin ave hauppauge, ny 11788 www.Samsontech.Com.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Important safety information caution: to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts in- side. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to th...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Important safety information 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation open- ings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s inst...

  • Page 5: Table of Contents

    5 concert 88 wireless system table of contents introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 system features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 guided tour - cr88 receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    6 congratulations on purchasing the samson concert 88 wireless system. The concert 88 is the ideal solution for the active performer who needs a reliable, great sounding system for wireless applications. Featuring simple operation, with 16 available chan- nels and infrared set for the transmitter ch...

  • Page 7: System Components

    7 concert 88 wireless system system components system features all systems cr88 receiver power supply ¼" to ¼" audio cable rack accessories long rack ear, short rack ear, two receiver adaptor owner's manual handheld system ch88 handheld transmitter with q6 dynamic microphone capsule headset system c...

  • Page 8: Guided Tour - Cr88 Receiver

    8 1. Antennas - the antenna mountings allow full rotation for optimum placement. In normal operation, both antennas should be placed in a vertical position. Both antennas can be folded inward for convenience when transporting the cr88. 2. Volume control - this knob sets the level of the audio signal...

  • Page 9: Guided Tour - Cr88 Receiver

    9 concert 88 wireless system this device 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 operat...

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    10 1. Input connector - connect the input device via the mini-xlr connector. The cb88 is supplied with either a lavalier, headset microphone or ¼" instrument cable. 2. Status indicator - this led displays the operation mode: green normal operation red mute flashing green low battery 3. Power/mute sw...

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    11 concert 88 wireless system 7. Input gain control - this control adjusts the transmitter input sensitivity to work with microphone and instruments inputs. For optimal performance, using the included screwdriver, set the input gain control to where you see the cr88 peak indicator start to light und...

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    12 1. Status indicator - this led displays the operation mode: green normal operation red mute flashing green low battery 2. Power/mute switch - press and hold to turn the unit on or off. Press and release to mute or unmute the transmitter. 3. Battery cover - unscrew the battery cover and slide down...

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    13 concert 88 wireless system quick start - single system setup in order for your wireless system to work correctly, both the receiver and transmitter must be set to the same channel. Follow this basic procedure for setting up and using your concert 88 wireless system: physically place the cr88 rece...

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    14 quick start - single system setup with the transmitter powered off, install two fresh aa batteries into the cb88 belt pack or ch88 handheld transmitter. Leave the battery compartment open. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1...

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    15 concert 88 wireless system quick start - single system setup this device 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 interfere...

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    16 turn on your connected amplifier or mixer, but keep the volume all the way down. Set the volume knob on the cr88 fully clockwise (to its “10” setting). This is unity gain. Speak or sing into the microphone, or if you are using the transmitter with a con- nected instrument, play the instrument at ...

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    17 concert 88 wireless system to change the operating channel of a system, press the select button on the front of the cr88 receiver. The channel number will increase by one digit, from 0-9 then a-f. Once the last channel has been reached, the count will cycle back to 0. Quick start - multiple syste...

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    18 position the transmitter about 6-12" (15-30 cm) from the front of the cr88 with the transmitter's ir window facing the receiver's ir transmitter. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfe...

  • Page 19: Rack Mounting

    19 concert 88 wireless system the cr88 receiver can be installed into a standard 19” rack for transport or per- manent installation using the included rack ears. Follow the simple steps below to mount the cr88: attach the included rack ears by sliding each rack ear into the groove on either side of ...

  • Page 20: Concert 88 Channel Plans

    20 group c 638-662 mhz group d 542-566 mhz group f* 863-865 mhz group g* 606-630 mhz ch freq ch freq ch freq ch freq 0 638.125 0 542.125 0 863.050 0 606.125 1 639.625 1 543.625 1 863.250 1 607.625 2 641.050 2 545.05 2 863.550 2 609.05 3 642.425 3 546.425 3 863.750 3 610.425 4 642.900 4 546.900 4 864...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    21 concert 88 wireless system troubleshooting issue solutions no audio make sure that the transmitter and receiver are both powered on. Ensure the transmitter’s batteries are installed correctly. Check that the transmitter is not muted. Confirm that the cr88 adaptor is correctly connected and plugge...

  • Page 22: Specifications

    22 specifications system working range 300' (100m) line of sight audio frequency response 50 hz - 15 khz t.H.D. (overall) dynamic range >100 db a-weighted signal to noise >90 db operating temperature –10°c (14°f) to +60°c (+140°f) tone key frequency 32.768 khz cb88 belt pack transmitter input connec...

  • Page 23: Note:

    Fcc rules and regulations samson wireless receivers are certified under fcc rules part 15 and trans- mitters are certified under fcc rules part 74. Licensing of samson equipment is the user’s responsibility and licensability depends on the user’s classification, application and frequency selected. T...

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    Samson technologies 45 gilpin avenue hauppauge, new york 11788-8816 phone: 1-800-3-samson (1-800-372-6766) fax: 631-784-2201 www.Samsontech.Com.