The Audio-Technica ATW-3211/894x is a 3000 Series (4th generation) rackmount wireless earset microphone system with professional-level features for enhanced reliability and control. It offers an intuitive interface with a dual-mode OLED display for easy operation. With a wide 60 MHz tuning range and true-diversity reception, the system minimizes potential dropouts to deliver intelligible, natural audio for presenters, clergy, lecturers, and performers working in business and educational settings, houses of worship, theaters, or on musical stages.

The ATW-3211/894x includes a half-rack receiver housed in a rugged, full-metal chassis with removable antennas, well suited for rackmounting in portable flight cases or permanent installations. The receiver's auto-scan function searches 2395 selectable frequencies, seeking out a clean, interference-free channel for your audio transmission. The 3000 Series lets you set a clean backup frequency in advance, which you can quickly switch to with a press on the transmitter's multifunction button in the event of unexpected interference.

This system comes with a black BP894xcH cardioid earset mic that's lightweight and comfortable to wear. Featuring a miniature design, the microphone is discreet, stable, and easy to place over either ear. The 55" detachable cable is field-replaceable. The bodypack transmitter is equipped with a rugged metal housing and a proprietary Hirose 4-pin cH-style screw-down connector for secure connection. The transmitter provides up to 9.5 hours of operation on two AA NiMH rechargeable batteries (available separately), with a selectable 10/30mW RF power output for overcoming interference in difficult RF environments.

The transmission range is up to 330'. Up to 40 mic channels can operate simultaneously in each frequency band.

For Presenters and Performers    BP894xcH Cardioid Earset Mic    Rugged Bodypack Transmitter    True-Diversity Rackmount Receiver    2395 Auto-Scan Frequencies    Selectable 10/30mW RF Power    Dual-Mode OLED Display    9.5-Hour NiMH Battery    Expandable to 40 Mic Channels/330' Range

• The low-profile black BP894xcH condenser earset mic is built for intelligible, natural vocal reproduction, especially when improved gain before feedback over lavalier microphones is desired. The mic's cardioid polar pattern helps to reject unwanted background sound, making it ideal in environments with loud sound reinforcement.
• The bodypack transmitter features a rugged Hirose 4-pin cH-style connector, which provides secure connection to compatible lavalier mics, headworn mics, and cables.
• The transmitter's input accepts low-impedance microphone levels as well as high-impedance musical instrument or line levels. The gain ranges from -10 to +20 dB and can be adjusted in 2 dB increments.
• The bright OLED screen presents comprehensive setup and operating information, including battery indicator, mute status, and operating frequency. Setup functions are menu-driven via soft-touch controls, which are covered to prevent accidental changes.
• A tactile mute toggle switch (defeatable) provides physical confirmation of mute status when transmitter display is not visible.
• The transmitter easily syncs to the receiver via infrared with a quick press on the Sync button.
• Two RF power output settings are available: the low-level setting extends battery life while the high-level offers a stronger RF signal link.
• In case of interference, the programmable multifunction button on the transmitter can be used to switch to a clean, backup frequency with minimal interruption.
• The transmitter operates for up to 9 hours on two AA alkaline batteries and up to 9.5 hours on two rechargeable AA NiMH batteries.
• Charging terminals on the base of the transmitter work with the optional ATW-CHG3 charging dock or ATW-CHG3N networked charging dock to recharge AA NiMH batteries.
• The durable metal chassis is equipped with a field-replaceable whip antenna and a secure, locking battery compartment door.

• The wide 60 MHz UHF bandwidth gives you 2395 selectable frequencies to choose from for interference-free audio transmission in an increasingly congested RF environment.
• To prevent dropouts, the receiver's true-diversity reception compares incoming signals on two independent receiver circuits to ensure optimal RF quality.
• Auto-frequency scanning automatically selects the most appropriate frequency for the area in which the wireless is operating.
• Pre-coordinated frequency scan groups are available to simplify selection of usable frequencies in a multichannel wireless setup.
• The bright, dual-mode OLED display can be switched between two modes: the standard view provides continuous indication of RF signal strength, frequency, mute status, audio modulation level, and transmitter information, while the performance view highlights key metering.
• The display also shows the transmitter's battery life and mute status.
• Settings can be quickly adjusted using the control dial and BACK button located on the receiver's front panel. Settings can also be locked to prevent accidental changes.
• The BNC sockets for the two detachable antennas provide bias power to active remote antennas and other in-line RF devices.
• The ground-lift switch on the back panel helps eliminate audible hum caused by ground loops.
• One balanced XLR and one unbalanced 1/4" audio outputs let you connect the receiver to a mixing board or PA system.
• The half-rack receiver chassis can be mounted alone in a standard 19" rack using the included mounting brackets and screws.

• Adding a pair of ATW-A49 LPDA directional remote antennas increases the range of your system and offers more protection against interference.
• The optional RF Venue DISTRO4 four-channel antenna distribution system allows you to distribute the RF signal from the remote antennas to four discrete 3000 Series receivers.

Audio-Technica offers a variety of lavalier, headset, and handheld microphone options to adapt your 3000 Series system as your needs evolve.

Presenters/Lecturers

• The AT831-cH cardioid lavalier mic that provides crisp, full-sounding voice pickup.
• The ultra-discreet BP893xcH miniature MicroEarset mic provide exceptional clarity in spoken word applications.

Vocalists/Presenters

• The ATW-T3202 handheld transmitter/mic is available with a variety of mic capsules for presenters and performers who prefer the flexibility of a handheld microphone.

Guitarists

• The AT-GcH guitar cable lets you connect the bodypack transmitter to a guitar or bass.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How much is noise floor when no any sound is playing? How loud the noise floor compared to PSM300 and Sennheiser G4 IEM

A: Neither Shure, Sennheiser, or Audio-Technica have provided specifications for the noise floor ratings of their IEM systems. While the Shure PSM 300 and Sennheiser ew IEM G4 systems have are very popular and have been around for many years, the Audio-Technica ATW-3255 3000 Series In-Ear Wireless Monitor System is a newer system that is proving to be a venerable contender with a much wider frequency band than the others. Noise does not appear to be an issue, but you should be aware that this system includes a built-in limiter for the output level to the headphones that users are reporting comes set by default to -30 dB, so you may want to change that setting or turn the limiter off, which is very easy to do.

Q: 2. Is this system susceptible to cell phone interference?

A: The System 10 operates on the 2.4 GHz band which is above cell phone transmission. You should not experience interference from cell phones.

Q: 3. Can I link the transmitter (handheld) with TWO recievers simultaneously (to receive signal at both camera and DJ positions)?

A: Yes

Q: 4. I understand that this system does not allow two transmitters for the one receiver. What are my options if I want to have two mica going? It sounds like I need a receiver for every transmitter. So do I just get a y adapter and go right into camera or do I need a mixer? Mind you Ill be mobile and outside for most of my shooting. Appreciate the help.

A: The System 10 Camera mount system has a multi-pairing function that can be used to link a single receiver with up to eight System 10 body-pack or handheld transmitters. Hope this helps...

Q: 5. does this have a mute switch?

A: The Audio-Technica ATW-T210bI bodypack transmitter does not have a dedicated mute button but you can use the on/off switch to mute it.

Q: 6. Can you use two systems together with a mixer, or will the laveliers on occasion jump to the wrong receiver?

A: Two systems on two different frequencies may be used simultaneously.

Q: 7. How do you charge it?

A: Runs on AC or AA Batteries Alkaline or Niamh full specs in in the manual click on "Overview" on the web page and go page 32 on the manual on the right hand side.

Q: 8. Technical problem, cannot get headset to broadcast/no sound?

A: Please e-mail or call us for assistance: askbh@bandh.com 800.606.6969 / 212.444.6615

Q: 9. Is the RC2 able to hold the Audio-Technia PRO 8HEcW headset mic with the ATW-T1001 bodypack transmitter and ATW-R1100 receiver? (I can't find any pictures of the unit open so I don't know if they have slots for the items to be stored.)

A: There is ample space (additional slots) for accessories.

Q: 10. Can I pair this mic with the system 10 lavalier receivers?

A: Thank you for your question. You can use up to 8 systems in an ideal environment. the receiver can only operate on a single transmitter at a time so you would need 8 full systems to mic up 8 people.