What’s the range you can access manually? —jh—
On Thu, Nov 2, 2023 at 4:12 AM Robert Matson via Contra Callers < contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > The unit has a display which shows the frequencies being used by the > microphones. The display shows that our mics are using: > 517.600 Mhz > 561.350 MHz > > Those are outside the frequency you describe, Don, and outside the > frequency the manual says the unit operates in. Right? > I can change the frequencies. However, when I tried to set it to a higher > frequency, I was not able to do so. > > The manufacturer's corporate offices are in Brea, CA, USA, and Berlin, > Germany. In the manual, they say the unit complies with FCC rules. > > Perhaps the units were modified by the manufacturer to comply with FCC > rules, but the table of specs in the manual was not updated. > > Robert > > - - - - - - - - - - - - > > Robert Matson > Cell: (917) 626-2675 > > > > On Wed, Nov 1, 2023 at 10:55 PM Don Veino <sharedweight_...@veino.com> > wrote: > >> It does appear to be a compelling value but a note of caution: this unit >> appears to include prohibited frequencies within its operation range. There >> were changes in the FCC's allowed frequency range for this product type in >> the U.S. 10+ years back. Quoting the FCC: >> >> "What frequency is banned by the FCC for wireless microphones? >> >> "Certain wireless microphones can create interference over spectrum bands >> used for critical public safety communications and wireless broadband >> services. To preserve the integrity of those communications, the FCC >> prohibits the use of wireless microphones and similar devices that operate >> between 698 and 806 MHz (known as the “700 MHz Band”). Similar devices, >> such as wireless intercoms, in-ear monitors, audio instrument links and >> cueing equipment, are also prohibited. Wireless device operators -- >> including theaters, churches, schools, conference centers, and theme parks >> -- were required to retune or replace their equipment no later than June >> 12, 2010. Wireless microphone operations outside of the 700 MHz Band were >> not affected by this prohibition." >> >> >> The unit's specs say it operates over 590-890 MHz (pg 17 of the pdf at >> https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/600060_Manual_220523.pdf). >> >> I'm no expert here - just aware of the frequency issue from looking at >> used gear before buying my own Shure PGX-D system. One might consider >> setting the unit frequency to outside the prohibited range, but the FCC >> specifically states units that *can* operate in a prohibited frequency are >> illegal - even if they aren't set to one of those. It could be that this >> system omits the 700 MHz band from within the total spec'd range, but you >> may want to check on that before commiting and risking a potential fine. >> >> -Don >> >> >> On Wed, Nov 1, 2023 at 10:54 PM Joseph Erhard-Hudson via Contra Callers < >> contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: >> >>> Without your review I would have dismissed the price as too good to be >>> true. Thanks for sharing. >>> >>> On Tue, Oct 31, 2023 at 10:27 PM Robert Matson via Contra Callers < >>> contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: >>> >>>> We haven't had the trouble that you describe, Joe, or really any >>>> annoyance other than the one I described with the headset slipping. >>>> >>>> Batteries are standard AA. We use rechargeable batteries but one-use, >>>> e.g. Duracell are fine, of course. When the batteries run down, it simply >>>> stops transmitting without any noise as it winds down. I recharge the >>>> batteries before each dance. No-brand AAs lasted about 30 hours. >>>> >>>> Range is about 80 meters, according to the manual. I've used it out to >>>> 75' with no drop in signal. >>>> >>>> Each (balanced) XLR output carries a channel. So, if you want stereo >>>> output use these. >>>> Yes, there is a _quarter inch TRS _unbalanced_ output that combines the >>>> two channels into one mono signal. I plug-in a 1/4" TS unbalanced (mono) >>>> cable and it carries both channels. >>>> >>>> Manual w/ specs >>>> https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/600059_Manual_220523.pdf >>>> >>>> Set up is just plug in and go with no technical skill required to >>>> operate the essential functions. >>>> >>>> Were rather pleased with it. >>>> >>>> Rob >>>> - - - - - - - - - - - - >>>> >>>> Robert Matson >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On Tue, Oct 31, 2023 at 5:48 PM Joe Harrington < >>>> contradancer...@gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>>> I'm using a nice little wireless thing I bought for like $50. Sound >>>>> quality is great...except when it isn't. After working fine for a while, >>>>> the sound gets dirty and then has dropouts until you power-cycle the >>>>> headset. It has USB-charged batteries. >>>>> >>>>> Does your unit have any trouble like that? How far can you really get >>>>> from it? I see two XLRs on the back. There's another output, which is an >>>>> even mix of the two. What kind of plug is that? Is it a regular 1/4" or >>>>> 1/8"? Is it stereo, or just a mono mix? >>>>> >>>>> Shoppingly yours, >>>>> >>>>> --jh-- >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Tue, Oct 31, 2023 at 2:12 PM Robert Matson via Contra Callers < >>>>> contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Hi All, >>>>>> >>>>>> I hope this helps someone in our community save money on a cordless >>>>>> microphone. >>>>>> >>>>>> Just now, a caller friend asked me about the ~$130 Monoprice-brand >>>>>> cordless mic system that we use for calling and teaching. We've used >>>>>> this >>>>>> inexpensive but perfectly adequate cordless mic system for over a year >>>>>> and >>>>>> 16 dances. >>>>>> >>>>>> https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=600060 >>>>>> 2x mics, 2x headpieces, 2x transmitters, 1x 2-channel receiver. >>>>>> Outputs: 2x XLR for ea. channel or 1x 1/4" combined. >>>>>> ~$130 >>>>>> >>>>>> We've noticed no downsides in spite of the low price, except that >>>>>> Ellen finds the headpiece slips. I understand the issue as being that >>>>>> long >>>>>> thick straight hair prevents the head piece from clamping snugly. She >>>>>> solved it once by wearing a baseball cap. I've worn the mic about six >>>>>> times for calling single dances and to help teach walk-throughs and -- >>>>>> short hair no baseball cap and wearing reading glasses -- had a seamless >>>>>> experience. Another semi-local caller, who calls a monthly dance and to >>>>>> whom I recommended the same set, hasn't mentioned to me any downsides or >>>>>> frustrations. >>>>>> >>>>>> I have no relationship with the manufacturer or dealer. I've bought >>>>>> other things from Monoprice. The one time I had an issue, they quickly >>>>>> resolved it. >>>>>> >>>>>> Hope this helps someone. >>>>>> >>>>>> Rob >>>>>> >>>>>> - - - - - - - - - - - - >>>>>> >>>>>> Robert Matson >>>>>> Cell: (917) 626-2675 >>>>>> >>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>> Contra Callers mailing list -- contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net >>>>>> To unsubscribe send an email to >>>>>> contracallers-le...@lists.sharedweight.net >>>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> Contra Callers mailing list -- contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net >>>> To unsubscribe send an email to >>>> contracallers-le...@lists.sharedweight.net >>>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Contra Callers mailing list -- contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net >>> To unsubscribe send an email to >>> contracallers-le...@lists.sharedweight.net >>> >> _______________________________________________ > Contra Callers mailing list -- contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net > To unsubscribe send an email to contracallers-le...@lists.sharedweight.net >
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