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Audio-Technica System 8 Wireless Lavalier System - (T8/171.905 MHz)

Original price $224.95
Original price $224.95 - Original price $224.95
Original price $224.95
Current price $135.95
$135.95 - $135.95
Current price $135.95
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System 8 Is An Innovator of Easy Setup and Clear, Natural Sound

Featuring sleek, stackable, contemporary styling, Audio-Technica's System 8 Wireless Systems are designed for reliable performance, easy setup and clear, natural sound quality. Available with handheld, headworn, guitar, lavalier and body-pack configurations, this single-channel, fixed-frequency system operates in T8 VHF frequency (171-905 MHz).

Designed to be worn as a lavalier or hidden in loose clothing or in the hair, the MT830 omnidirectional condenser microphone provides high intelligibility for lecturers, stage/TV performers, and singers. The mic's wide-range capability ensures clean, accurate reproduction.


  • Easy operation and clear, natural sound quality
  • Reliable performance and durable construction
  • Advanced dipole antenna system for extended operating range
  • Power, RF, and AF Peak indicators
  • Volume control, 1/4" output jack and user-adjustable squelch
  • Rugged unidirectional dynamic element on handheld microphone/transmitter
  • Variable microphone trim control and multi-color battery/power indicator, AA operation on transmitters
  • Professional locking connector on UniPak® body-pack transmitter


SPECIFICATIONS

System

  • Operating Frequencies: VHF highband, 169 MHz to 172 MHz
  • Modulation Mode: FM
  • Maximum Deviation: +/-10 kHz
  • Frequency Response: 80 Hz to 13 kHz
  • Operating Range: 200' (60 m) typical (Open range environment with no interfering signals)
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: less than 1% (at 1 kHz, +/-10 kHz deviation)
  • Operating Temperature Range: 40° F (4° C) to 110° F (43° C) Battery performance may be reduced at very low temperatures

Receiver

  • Receiving System: Non-diversity, single-channel, dual antenna system
  • Image Rejection: 50 dB minimum
  • RF Sensitivity: 20 dBuV at 60 dB S/N ratio (50 ohms termination)
  • Power Supply: 100-240V AC (50/60 Hz) to 12V DC .5A (center positive) switched mode external power supply
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 7.48" (190.0 mm) x 1.82" (46.2 mm) x 5.06" (128.5 mm)
  • Weight: 11.8 oz (335 grams)
  • Accessories Included: Power supply
  • Audio Output: 1/4" (6.3 mm), unbalanced: 700 mV (1 kHz modulation, 10 kHz deviation, 100k ohm load), nominal

Bodypack Transmitter

  • RF Power Output: 10 mW
  • Battery Life: 8 hours (alkaline) Depending on battery type and use pattern
  • Battery Type: Two 1.5V AA Alkaline (not included)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 2.76" (70.2 mm) x 4.08" (103.7 mm) x 0.98" (24.9 mm)
  • Input Connections: Four-pin Locking Connector
    • Pin 1: GND
    • Pin 2: INST INPUT
    • Pin 3: MIC INPUT
    • Pin 4: DC BIAS +9V
  • Net Weight: 3.0 oz (84.5 grams) without battery
  • Spurious Emissions: Following federal and national regulations

MT830 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone

  • Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
  • Frequency Response: 30 - 20,000 Hz
  • Open Circuit Sensitivity: -37 dB (14.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
  • Maximum Input Sound Level: 135 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 67 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
  • Cable: 7.6 m (25') long (permanently attached to microphone), 2.5 mm (0.10") diameter, 2-conductor, shielded cable with TA3F-type output connector
  • Dimensions: 15.8 mm (0.62") long, 8.3 mm (0.33") wide, 5.0 mm (0.19") thick
  • Accessories Included: AT8420 clothing clip; AT8130 windscreens

Manufacturer: Audio-Technica
Model: ATW-801/L-T8
SKU: I327568-N-1-WHXX
UPC: 042005175307


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