The Lectrosonics L Series Wireless Microphone System with RE50B Micfrom Lectrosonics L Series Wireless Microphone System with RE50B Micis a UHF plug-on transmitter that accepts mic or line-level signals via a standard XLR connector. The transmitter is designed to be paired with a Lectrosonics receiver and handheld microphone (sold separately)for use in applications for ENG (Electronic News Gathering), EFP (Electronic Field Productions), interviews for broadcast TV, and more. The HMa offer phantom power selectable at 5, 15, and 48V—allowing it to work with a wide variety of condenser mics. Of course you can switch the phantom power off entirely if you're using a dynamic microphone.

The input amplifier of the HMa transmitter uses an ultralow-noise op-amp for quiet operation and offers input gain control along with a wide-range dual-release envelope limiter. A 24-bit A to D converter digitizes the audio, and filters the supersonic noise above 21 kHz. The resulting signal is encoded with a proprietary algorithm to produce an analog data signal for RF transmission.

This version of the HMa features a tuning range of 70 MHz, with tuning steps in increments of 100 kHz or 25 kHz, and is set for use in the B1: 537 to 607 MHz range. DSP compatibility mode allows the transmitter to work with legacy analog wireless microphone and IFB receivers as well as some receivers from other manufacturers.

Finally, the transmitter is powered by two AA batteries, with status indicated by a multi-color LED. A USB port is also provided for firmware updates, and an IR (infrared) port is included to simplify setup with IR enabled receivers.

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Digital Hybrid Wireless is a revolutionary design that combines digital audio with an analog FM radio link to provide outstanding audio quality and the exemplary RF performance of the finest analog wireless systems

Multi-color LED status indicator

Selectable 50/100 mW output power

70 MHz tuning range in 100 kHz or 25 kHz steps

The antenna is formed between the machined aluminum housing of the transmitter and the attached microphone or cable. It functions as a dipole radiator when attached to a hand-held microphone and somewhat like a ground plane antenna when connected with a cable or plugged directly into a mixer

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. can i use this directly from a mixer with 3.5mm jack output and send it to receiver then to dslr? i dont want to use lav mics but use this system in my mixer as wireless transmitting audio.

A: Yes you can. NOTE: The input on the transmitter is Mic Level so make sure that the output on your mixer is set to line level otherwise your audio may clip or sound distorted.

Q: 2. does it come with a carry case, if not do you sell a carry case?

A: A carrying case is not included. Hree is a compatible case: Gator Cases - GM-1W Wireless Mobile Pack: B&H# GAGM1W

Q: 3. Does this transmit/receive a stereo signal?

A: Hi Yong - the XS Wireless Digital system transmits a single channel of mono audio. The included 3.5mm connector has a "stereo" tip so that you will get the same mono signal on both your left and right inputs on your camera via your 3.5mm stereo input.

Q: 4. HI, I saw a video about the avx system and the guy said that there is interfearence with the mke-2 mic. Does this system do the same, or it makes clean audio with mke-2 lav mic?

A: According to Sennheiser, both systems, the XSW Digital as well as the AVX, are fully compatible with the MKE-2. As for the video you saw, perhaps it was an defective unit. Sennheiser even offers an AVX system that is packaged with the MKE-2

Q: 5. Will this work with a lav rather than Handheld mic?

A: The Sennheiser EW 500 BOOM G4 Camera-Mount Wireless Plug-On Microphone System will work with XLR lavaliers, and with Sennheiser-wired 3.5mm lavaliers with an adapter that can convert 48v phantom power to plug-in power (such as BH #ROVXLRP).

Q: 6. Are there any compatible antennas for this to extend the range?

A: No. The Sennheiser EW 500 BOOM G4 Camera-Mount Wireless Plug-On Microphone System includes the bodypack-style EK 500 G4 Pro Wireless Camera-Mount Receiver, which has an integrated/molded antenna, the receiver cannot be used with an external antenna. If you swap the EK 500 receiver and use the Sennheiser EM 300-500 G4 Wireless Receiver (such as B&H # SEEM3005MGAP for AW+: 470 to 558 MHz frequency band), you will be able to use remote mount antennas or half-wave antennas for extended range. However, the EM 300-500 requires AC power and is not camera-mountable, so that could be a drawback if you need to have a portable, battery-powered system.

Q: 7. I was wondering how to use these microphones to record a meeting with my PC?

A: Analog 3.5mm input and output connectors can be switched between mic and line level operation, and also have the ability for both inputs and outputs to be mixed to a single channel. Connect to your PC's microphone inpuut.

Q: 8. How long does 1 set of batteries last in the TX and RX? Thanks!

A: The Sennheiser EW 500 BOOM G4 Camera-Mount Wireless Plug-On Microphone System has an estimated battery life of 8 hours.

Q: 9. How do I pair them

A: for me it was plug and play , or use the channels on each mic till you hear a sound

Q: 10. Does this have phantom power!

A: Yes, the SKP500 transmitter included in this kit can supply 48 volts phantom power, to mics that require it.