Audio-Technica has updated its 3000 Series frequency-agile true diversity UHF wireless systems.

Offering a 60MHz tuning range (more than twice that offered by the previous versions) the new 3000 Series systems are available in four frequency bands – DE2 (470–530fibre), EE1 (530–590fibre), EF1 (590–650fibre) and FG1 (650–700fibre). Frequencies can be scanned and selected on the receiver and then synced with the transmitter via IR sync functionality. The 3000 Series even lets users set a backup frequency that can be quickly swapped by pressing the transmitter’s multifunction button in the event of unexpected interference.

Available system configurations feature an ATW-R3210 receiver along with an ATW-T3201 body-pack or ATW-T3202 handheld transmitter. The ATW-T3201 is equipped with Audio-Technica’s new cH-style screw-down four-pin connector for secure connection to Audio-Technica’s cH-style lavalier and headworn microphones, or cables. The ATW-T3202 comes with either an ATW-C510 dynamic or ATW-C710 condenser interchangeable cardioid capsule, and its industry-standard thread allows for the use of Audio-Technica and other compatible capsules.

Both transmitters feature rugged, metal housings and are powered by two AA batteries. Charging terminals on each transmitter work with the ATW-CHG3 and networkable ATW-CH3N smart charging docks (sold separately) to recharge NiMH batteries. Antenna power is available for powered antennas and other in-line RF devices. A ground-lift switch helps eliminate audible hum caused by ground loops. The systems feature balanced and unbalanced audio output jacks.

Key features include an auto squelch feature automatically adjusts the squelch setting to maximise operating range while minimising potential interference; a dual-mode receiver display that can switch between standard view or a performance view that highlights key metering; and transmitters and receivers that include OLED screens for optimal readout of settings and alerts. Additionally, the body-pack transmitter features tactile mute toggle switch (defeatable) for physical confirmation of mute status when transmitter display is not visible, while the handheld transmitter offers extremely low handling noise and includes an industry-standard thread for use with interchangeable Audio-Technica microphone capsules as well as other compatible capsules. There are six new microphone capsules (based on popular Audio-Technica models) available.

System configurations:

• ATW-3211: ATW-R3210 receiver and ATW-T3201 body-pack transmitter. [Select a microphone or cable with a cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector to complete the system.]
• ATW-3211/831: ATW-R3210 receiver and ATW-T3201 body-pack transmitter with AT831cH cardioid condenser lavalier microphone.
• ATW-3211/899: ATW-R3210 receiver and ATW-T3201 body-pack transmitter with AT899cH cardioid condenser lavalier microphone.
• ATW-3211/892: ATW-R3210 receiver and ATW-T3201 body-pack transmitter with BP892cH MicroSet omnidirectional condenser headworn microphone.
• ATW-3211/892-TH: ATW-R3210 receiver and ATW-T3201 body-pack transmitter with BP892cH-TH MicroSet (beige) omnidirectional condenser headworn microphone.
• ATW-3212/C510: ATW-R3210 receiver and ATW-T3202 handheld transmitter with ATW-C510 cardioid dynamic microphone capsule.
• ATW-3212/C710: ATW-R3210 receiver and ATW-T3202 handheld transmitter with ATW-C710 cardioid condenser microphone capsule.

Mic capsules:

• ATW-C510 cardioid dynamic microphone capsule (ATM510 equivalent).
• ATW-C710 cardioid condenser microphone capsule (ATM710 equivalent).
• ATW-C4100 cardioid dynamic microphone capsule (AE4100 equivalent).
• ATW-C6100 hypercardioid dynamic microphone capsule (AE6100 equivalent).
• ATW-C3300 cardioid condenser microphone capsule (AE3300 equivalent).
• ATW-C5400 cardioid condenser microphone capsule (AE5400 equivalent).

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