Beyerdynamic TG 1000 Digital Wireless System
This document provides a quick start guide for the Beyerdynamic TG 1000 digital wireless system. For detailed information, please refer to the full manual available at www.beyerdynamic.com/tg1000.
The system is available in German, English, and French. This guide primarily uses English content.
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Digital TG 1000 UHF Diversity Receiver
This section covers the setup and operation of the TG 1000 UHF Diversity Receiver.
Receiver Placement
- Place the receiver in the same room where the transmission takes place.
- Position the receiver as close as possible to the transmitter for optimal reception. A clear line of sight is recommended.
- Avoid placing the receiver near digitally controlled devices.
Antenna Connection
- Connect the supplied antennae to the antenna inputs A and B (⑤) and position them in a V-shape (approx. 60° angle).
- Important: For Diversity operation, both antennae must be connected. The system automatically selects the antenna with the better signal.
- Antennae can also be mounted on the front of the receiver using an optional front mounting kit.
- If reception is not optimal, consider using remote antennae (available as optional accessories).
Connections
- The receiver features balanced audio outputs.
- Connect the balanced XLR (⑱) or jack (⑰) outputs of channels 1 or 2 to the balanced microphone inputs of a mixing console or amplifier.
- Connect the power cable to the mains connection (⑳) and a mains socket. Verify that the receiver's voltage rating matches your local AC mains outlet to prevent damage.
Operation
- After mounting and connecting, turn on the receiver using the on-off switch (③).
- The display (⑧) shows standard information for each channel. A black display background indicates a valid transmitter signal, while a white background signifies no valid signal and no audio output.
- The display typically shows:
- Line 1: Currently selected name (e.g., artist name)
- Line 2: Currently selected frequency
- Line 3: Currently selected frequency group and channel
- Line 4: When signal is valid: Battery status, transmitter type, microphone capsule, and gain (dB). When signal is invalid: 'No Tx, Enc Err'.
- Front panel buttons are backlit white and turn red when activated.
- Press the on-off switch (③) again to turn off the receiver; button backlighting will extinguish.
- An infrared interface (④) allows the receiver to transmit frequency and other settings (like encryption and 'Power Lock') to the transmitter.
- Select an appropriate frequency for each channel, observing country-specific regulations.
- To transmit settings to the transmitter, press the synchronisation button (⑤) for the desired channel.
- The transmitter's battery compartment contains an infrared interface.
- When the synchronisation button (⑤) is red, hold the transmitter's infrared interface directly in front of the receiver's infrared interface (④) within the opened battery compartment.
- A 'SYNC successful' message on the display (⑧) confirms the transfer.
Receiver Diagram Descriptions
- Front Panel:
- ① Hole for 19" rack mounting
- ② Hole for mounting the antennae on the front
- ③ On-off switch
- ④ Infrared interface for synchronising receiver and transmitter
- ⑤ Button of synchronisation for channel 1 or channel 2
- ⑥ RF indicators channel 1 or channel 2
- ⑦ AF indicators with peak indicator channel 1 or channel 2
- ⑧ Display channel 1 and channel 2
- ⑨ Channel selector button 1 or 2
- ⑩ Rotary switch for selection and settings
- ⑪ ESC button (Escape)
- ⑫ Function button
- ⑬ Button to monitor channel 1 or channel 2 via headphones
- ⑭ Headphone connection, 1/4" stereo jack (6.35 mm)
- Rear Panel:
- ⑮ Antenna input A or B, BNC socket
- ⑯ Antenna output A or B, BNC socket
- ⑰ Audio output, balanced, 3 pole jack, channel 1 or channel 2
- ⑱ Audio output, balanced, 3-pin XLR, channel 1 or channel 2
- ⑲ Ethernet and Dante network connection (RJ45)
- ⑳ Mains connection
Digital TG 1000 UHF Handheld Transmitter
This section details the handheld transmitter.
Battery Insertion
- Unscrew the battery compartment cover (③) counter-clockwise and slide it down.
- Insert two AA alkaline batteries (1.5 V) or NiMH rechargeable batteries according to the symbols in the battery compartment (⑦).
- Slide the cover back up and tighten clockwise.
- The battery status is shown on the transmitter's display (⑤) and the receiver. Ensure the correct battery type is selected in the channel menu before synchronisation.
Operation
- Turn on the transmitter by pressing and holding the on-off button (⑨) until the standard display appears on screen (⑤).
- The display (⑤) shows battery status and the name entered on the receiver.
- The second line shows the channel, frequency group, or frequency. Briefly pressing the on-off button (⑨) cycles through additional information: RF power, battery status, microphone head, encryption status, and 'Power Lock'.
- Holding the on-off button (⑨) while powering on displays the region code and version number.
- Ensure the transmitter and receiver operate on the same frequency.
- To turn off, press and hold the on-off button (⑨) until 'Off' is displayed.
Handheld Transmitter Diagram Descriptions
- Top View:
- ① Antenna
- ② Colour ring, interchangeable
- ③ Battery compartment cover
- ④ Programmable mute button
- ⑤ OLED display
- ⑥ Thread for attaching a microphone head or adapter (1.25"/28 thread)
- Bottom View:
- ⑦ Battery compartment
- ⑧ Infrared interface for synchronisation
- ⑨ On-off button
- ⑩ Charging contacts
Digital TG 1000 UHF Beltpack Transmitter
This section details the beltpack transmitter.
Battery Insertion
- Gently open the battery compartment cover (⑨) by pulling downwards from the top.
- Insert two AA alkaline batteries (1.5 V) or NiMH rechargeable batteries according to the symbols in the battery compartment (⑩).
- Close the cover; magnetic closures ensure a secure fit.
- Battery status is displayed on the transmitter (⑦) and receiver. Ensure the correct battery type is selected in the channel menu before synchronisation.
Operation
- Connect a microphone or WA-CGI instrument cable to the 4-pin mini-XLR connector (①).
- Connect the supplied antenna with SMA connector to the antenna connector (⑤).
- Turn on the transmitter by pressing and holding the on-off button (③) until the standard display appears on screen (⑦). The Power on LED (④) will illuminate green.
- The display (⑦) shows battery status and the name entered on the receiver.
- The second line displays channel, frequency group, or frequency. Briefly pressing the on-off button (③) cycles through additional information: RF power, battery status, encryption status, and 'Power Lock'.
- Holding the on-off button (③) while powering on displays the region code and version number.
- Ensure the transmitter and receiver operate on the same frequency.
- To turn off, press and hold the on-off button (③) until 'Off' is displayed.
Beltpack Transmitter Diagram Descriptions
- Top View:
- ① 4-pin mini XLR connector (male with TG pin assignment) for microphones or instruments
- ② AF peak LED
- ③ On-off button
- ④ Power on LED
- ⑤ Antenna connector, SMA socket
- Bottom View:
- ⑥ Charging contacts
- ⑦ OLED display
- ⑧ Gain switch 0 dB / -12 dB
- ⑨ Cover of battery compartment
- ⑩ Battery compartment
- ⑪ Infrared interface
- ⑫ Belt clip
Chameleon Software
The TG 1000 receiver features an integrated web server, eliminating the need for separate software installation. Control and monitoring are accessible via a web browser on any network-connected device (PC, Mac, tablet, smartphone).
Network Setup
- For optimal operation, TG 1000 receivers must be connected to a network. They can operate in manual or DHCP mode (default).
- In manual mode, assign a unique IP address to each receiver via the 'Functions -> Network' menu.
- In DHCP mode, a DHCP server (typically integrated into routers) automatically assigns IP addresses.
- If no DHCP server is available, a standard Ethernet switch can be used, requiring receivers to be in manual mode and the client device to have a static IP address.
Usage
- Connect any TG 1000 receiver to your client device.
- Enter the receiver's IP address (e.g., '192.168.1.101') into your web browser. The IP address can be found in the receiver's 'Functions -> Network' menu.
- After the web page loads, the Chameleon software interface appears, showing a virtual rack view of all receivers.
- The order of receivers in the rack view is determined by their Device-ID, which can be set in the 'Functions -> Network' menu. Ensure each receiver has a unique Device-ID for clear assignment.
