AKG Acoustics WMS 4000 manual How it all started …, Die DYN Series, 120 DYN, Logo

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AKG HISTORY

AKG - A LEGENDARY BRAND

A PIONEER IN ACOUSTICS FOR OVER 50 YEARS

How it all started …

A word to skeptics from the outset: the history of AKG is simply too good to have been just made up!

1945: In a setting reminiscent of “The Third Man”, two men who had occasionally done business with one another before World War II met up again. They discovered that people sought distraction from the ruins around them at the movies, but that most of Vienna’s movie theaters had either been bombed or plundered. Thus there was a pressing need for good thea- ter equipment. And so it was that Rudolf Görike and Ernst Pless conceived a new idea: “Let us go into business together.” This was the begin- ning of a success story that has already lasted over 50 years.

Rudolf Görike started manufacturing movie pro-

jectors and loudspeakers, whilst Ernst Pless delivered their growing customer base by bicy- cle and rucksack. As the volume of orders grew, they even resorted to using a good old-fashioned wheelbarrow! Their first customers did not have any hard currency to pay them with, but they did have pork, butter and cigarettes – fresh from the black market and in great demand.

1947: The two pioneers decided to set up a company. Once all the preparations had been made, the company set up office in a basement in a suburb of Vienna and hired a staff of five employees.

Initially the range included products such as exposure meters, car horns, intercom systems, carbon capsules and auxiliary handsets for tele- phones, pillow loudspeakers, and many other appliances that seem curious to us today. The

product range was continually adapted to meet demand.

Meanwhile Rudolf Görike, a gifted drawer and painter, created a logo for the company. It was he who designed the products, bubbling over with new ideas and applying for several patents in quick succession. Before World War II, he had been involved with microphones as development manager with the firm of “Henry Radio”. His hobby remained his profession, and he was finally able to put his ideas for new tech- nologies into practice.

The first AKG microphones went into service the same year, mainly with radio stations, at theaters, cabarets and jazz clubs. The AKG Dyn Series, for example, was one such development: painstakingly assembled by hand, it would be simply unaffordable today.

Die DYN Series

AKG developed its first dynamic microphones in 1946. With an annual production of 500 to 600 units, every single component was manufactured by hand and a wide variety of designs pro- duced in the “DYN” series – DYN 60, DYN 60 G, DYN 60 K (see illustration), DYN 60 Studio, etc. The original microphones in this series have since become collectors’ items.

K 120 DYN

The first AKG headphones bearing the designation K 120 DYN were launched in 1949. They were equipped with a Trolitul dia- phragm of molded granulate, since foils were not yet available. At the time AKG had only one winding machine and one gluing machine.

The founders: Dr. Rudolf Görike and Ing. Ernst Pless

“The past is of no interest to me. I always look ahead – to the future…” commented AKG co-founder Rudolf Görike some years ago. At the time he was already over 80 years old!

The logo

The first AKG logo with three overlapping rings (symboli- zing the typical omnidirectional polar pattern of the time) was designed by company founder Rudolf Görike. With the introduction of the AKG D 12 – the first microphone with a cardioid polar pattern – in 1953, the three rings were replaced with three cardioids. Apart from slight modifica- tions, this logo has remained in use to this day, and is the guarantee of AKG’s legendary quality the world over.

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Contents Wireless Page Wireless Technology for the Future Pioneer in Acoustics for Over 50 YearsHow it all started … Die DYN Series120 DYN Founders Dr. Rudolf Görike and Ing. Ernst Pless12 a 180Early products Company nameBreakthrough Expansion coursePeter Wolf Rock me AmadeusAKG expands its activities in the wireless market Turning pointWMS New research centerHOW Radio Signals are Transmitted Case for wireless micsJust like a radio set Radio waves instead of cablesSignal propagation Positioning the receiverRule no WavelengthBandwidth Frequency Modulation FMInterference Example of AKG WMS 40 carrier frequenciesModular Solutions to Meet Individual Requirements Clip-on or head-worn microphone For presentersHead-worn microphone for extreme Activities like aerobics and sportsHandheld Mics for Lead and Backing Vocals On/off switch VolumeMicrophone cleaning and maintenance Angle of incidencePT 40 Portable transmitter Mini XLR connector Rear panel and battery compartmentHEAD-WORN Mics for Lead and Backing Vocals Flexible antennaSR 40 diversity Receiver ON/OFF switch AntennasAF LEDs Alternative receivers Diversity LEDsBattery compartment XLR connectorSO 40 snapon transmitter Release button Color codeXLR connector pin 2 hot Setting the squelch thresholdBattery charging made easy TM 40 Transmitter module Status LEDWireless and supremely flexible On/Off switch AF LEDs3700M 3800M 880MMP 40 Micropen for Presenters Cable compartmentMicrophone Color code pen clipMP 40 micropen in handheld mode PR 40 Portable receiver ON/OFF switchDetachable microphone Put it in your pocket …More Goodies for Presenters PT 40 Bodypack transmitterWith C 444 L head-worn or C 417 L lavalier microphone With proven D 880M microphone element417 L 444 LAvoiding feedback Wireless Systems for Maximum Mobility Training communicationsPR 40 Portable receiver PT 40 careAKG WMS 40 UHF for Instruments Radio Links for Portable InstrumentsConnecting to microphone or line inputs MicroMic C 411 L pickupInstrument MicroMics Instrument MicroMic Instrument MicroMicsGB 40 Guitarbug for Guitar and Bass AccessoriesJack plug FlexJack for all electric guitar models Guitar system in a bagFlexJack for all electric bass models HOW Multichannel Technology Works Intermodulation WMS frequency band with TV transmitterUse before each performance Automatic frequency setup Shadow loss Multipath transmissionProblem no sound microphone does not function Troubleshooting HintsProblem poor audio Modular Solutions for Custom Reqirements SR 400 Receiver On/Off switch Recessed level control Status LEDsBacklit LC display Metal caseAuto setup Rehearsal modeRange of accessories for complex applications Infrared transmissionOn-Mute/Program-Off switch Extremely rugged spring steel mesh grillInfrared sensor HT 400 Handheld transmitter DisplayRugged mini XLR connector Jack for external mute switchBattery status display Frequency preset LCD display Frequency in MHz Low battery capacity warningInput jack for a local or central power supply e.g., PSU User Friendly Quick ChargerLocking DC jack Integrated charging contacts for direct chargingPSU 4000 Central power supply unit AB 4000 Antenna boosterRA 4000 B Omnidirectional wideband booster antenna HPA 4000 Headphone amplifierSetting UP Multichannel Systems IP 3 InterceptSpectrum analyzer trace Microphone a carrier frequencyFrequencies Frequency Management a good idea for any multichannel system Here is a proven way to add clean frequencies Far-near differenceStage a Stage B Band I + 0,15Modular Solutions for Professional Requirements SELECTING, Placing and Using Antennas Signal loss caused by the audienceSkin Fat Muscle CartilageSELECTING, PLACING, and Using Antennas Cable position a Cable position BCable type Impedance GageStadium theater, opera house example Stadium exampleShort antenna cable runs Drawbacks Live sound Speech Vocals Guitar/Bass InstrumentsTV studio Theater SRA 1 Passive wideband dirctional antenna CU 4000/BP HUB 4000 Network concentratorRA 4000 B Battery status readout Frequency presetsAutomatic gain setting Battery compartment Jog switchJack for remote Mute switch Silent Mode settingInscribable color code element Magnesium body Hidden pilot toneCUTTING-EDGE True Diversity Receiver Backlit display Half-rack 19 all-metal caseProgrammable status display SR 4000 ReceiverBattery life display Environment Scan and Rehearsal ModeEnvironment Scan Professional XLR and jack outputsIntelligent WAY to Power WMS 4000 Transmitters Charging status display LED Recovery key and LEDCU 4000 Charging unit Lockable DC jack Such as a PSUIntegrated temperature sensor CU 4000 Charging unit in a flight caseInternal RAM Data interface to transmitter electronicsBNC antenna inputs BNC antenna outputsDaisy-chaining outputs AKG WMS PS Cabling example/cable lengths Antennas Tailored to Every SituationSelecting and placing antennas ASU 4000 Remote powerd adapter for antennas SRA 1 Passive wideband directional antennaSRA 2B Active wideband directional antenna ZAPD-21 Antenna combinerStandard PC accessories. This allows you to Link Between the WMS 4000 and a PC NetworkAs RF levels on site. This makes it incredibly Example WMS 4000/PC networkYou can even set up the basic parameters Get a Cup Setup Mode Moving PC Rehearsal ModeYour Computer AS a WMS 4000 Control Center Ensures maximum operating reliabilityAKG WMS 4000 Power Supply Recommended headphones Monitoring Without a MixerLine input jacks, DC input lockable Jog control StudioSpecification Amount Description SeminarsRA 4000 B PSUTour Sound Example 10-CHANNEL System for Tour SoundAmount Description AKG WMS Practical Examples Example 16-CHANNEL System for Mobile USE Vienna KonzerthausWMS 4000 Wiring WMS 4000 mobile rackGala Musical Couples, August Detailed system layout is shown on the following pagesWMS 4000 16-CHANNEL Setup AKG WMS Practical Examples Example 46-CHANNEL System for AN Opera House High-tech for pure enjoymentStage Channels Channels WMS 4000 1-CHANNEL Setup SpecificationAKG WMS Practical Examples Guitar Violin and violaBanjo See guitar. top rightSaxophone ClarinetTubas TromboneAV/sound company Bars and clubsSound systems Meeting and social roomsAKG Wireless Systems AT a Glance Microtools HT/PTSystem ALL the Specs AT a GlanceMP 40 micropen PR 40 diversity Mounting kit, 2 antennasDefinitions from a to Z Electromagnetic Wave Spectrum Distortion EnvironmentDirectional Antenna DiversityPhantom Power FeedbackFrequency Management Frequency ModulationHypercardioid Ultra-directional CardioidPop Noise Pressure Gradient MicrophoneSignal Loss Signal-to-noise S/N RatioReflection Remote AntennaIndex Selected KeywordsAppendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Page AKG ACOUSTICS, U.S
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WMS 40, WMS 400, WMS 4000 specifications

AKG Acoustics has long been recognized as a premier brand in the professional audio industry, particularly in the realm of wireless microphone systems. Among its celebrated offerings, the WMS 4000, WMS 400, and WMS 40 series stand out for their advanced technology and robust performance, catering to a range of applications from live performances to studio recordings.

Starting with the WMS 4000, this system is engineered for versatility and reliability. It features a sophisticated transmission diversity system that minimizes dropouts and ensures clear audio quality. The WMS 4000 offers an extensive frequency range, accommodating diverse environments and frequencies. A standout feature is its digital pilot tone, which automatically mutes the transmitter when it is switched off, effectively preventing unwanted noise during transitions. With a range of up to 300 meters, the WMS 4000 is ideal for large venues, allowing performers ample space to move without compromising sound quality.

Next, the WMS 400 series maintains the high standards set by its predecessor while providing a more accessible option for mid-level performers. It combines ease of use with quality audio performance, boasting a user-friendly interface that simplifies setup and operation. The WMS 400 employs an efficient frequency management system, which automatically scans the environment to select the best frequencies available, ensuring optimal performance with minimal interference. The system also features a rugged metal chassis, enhancing durability for live applications.

The WMS 40 series serves as an entry-level solution, perfect for beginners and small venues. It is lightweight and features a straightforward design, making it easy to operate for users without extensive technical knowledge. One of its most notable characteristics is its plug-and-play functionality, allowing for quick setup without complicated configurations. The WMS 40 series also offers excellent sound quality through its crystal-clear audio transmission and robust reception, making it a popular choice for schools, theaters, and small events.

All of these systems benefit from AKG's heritage in sound engineering, incorporating advanced audio processing technologies that ensure superior sound fidelity. They also come with a variety of microphone options, including handheld, lavalier, and headworn microphones, providing flexibility to meet different performance needs. Whether for a professional stage or an intimate setting, the AKG WMS series delivers outstanding performance, reliability, and user-friendly features that cater to a wide range of audio applications.