For your camera link or talent use

Many in the industry have been awaiting dual channel wireless that couples the quality needed with affordability. With that in mind, Audio Technica has launched the 1800 Series dual channel UHF wireless system. Two completely independent receiver channels are housed in a single, compact housing. These channels can be operated in single channel mode for better battery life. This dual channel receiver will help keep down the bulk and weight for most camera operators. The ATW1821 system is supplied with 2 body-pack transmitters for use in a talent situation or getting wireless audio to camera. The Dual balanced inputs enable signals to be mixed or independently assigned to each output. Separate level controls provide flexible audio mixing and monitoring possibilities.The ATW1821 includes 996 user selectable frequencies and a choice of power modes for battery conservation. Another must have feature that is included is automatic frequency scanning to aid in finding that clear spot in crowded environments.

Included Accessories:

(2) flexible UHF BNC mount antennas; (2) 18” TA3F to XLRM output cables; RX belt pouch

Features:

• (2) Independent receiver channels
• UHF operation on 996 selectable channels
• Automatic frequency scan
• (2) independent balanced outputs on TA3 connectors
• Headphone monitor output w/level control
• Battery fuel indicators for TX & RX
• Soft touch controls w/ LCD screen for frequency selection
• True Diversity operation/ better insulation to interference
• AA operation or 12 V external power input
• Quality metal receiver housing
• Removable BNC receiver antennas
• Typical 6 hr battery life w/ 2 channels

Review:

The Audio-Technica ATW-1800 series wireless is a two-channel single receiver diversity analog wireless system. The main innovation in the system in the ATW R -1820 receiver uses two independent auto-switching diversity RF units in one housing. An internal antenna coupler utilizes two BNC antennas. The unit receives two separate transmissions at the same time, unlike systems that receive both channels on a single frequency. The R-1820 is also very happy as a mono receiver. Power on the receiver is provided by either six AA batteries (stereo mode), four AA batteries (mono mode), or an external 12-volt supply on a 2.1 mm coaxial connector. This is the same connector used for Lectrosonics wireless and the original Audio-Technica camera system, the U100. The R-1820 also fits in the B.E.C. Group AT100 receiver box for camera mounting.

A solid sturdy built metal frame and soft touch buttons indicate durability and comfort-able use. Two TA3M connectors output the audio from the receiver and cables are included (TA3F to XLRM). Simple routing switches allow the user to output both channels independently, summed, or a combination of the two. Camera operators can also monitor directly off the receiver via the stereo 1/8th inch headphone monitor output with level control. They can also select which output to monitor A, B, or both. Frequency scanning and level changes are simple and straightforward. They display with a small clean backlit LCD screen on the top of the receiver. The receiver includes BNC antennas and a belt clip pouch for one-man-band camera/audio operators.

Audio-Technica used their 3000 series wireless transmitters, and put them in new shells to match the 1800 series. Unlike the single transmitter multiplexing systems, AT uses dual frequencies and thus two transmitters. The belt-pack transmitters, ATW-1801, have mic level inputs on 4-pin Hirose connectors. Included in the package are two omni lavs with windscreens and tie clips, perfect for two interview subjects direct to camera. If a mixer is in the equation, line level cables are available from Remote Audio. A package is also available with two plug-on transmitters (ATW-1802). Both transmitter models have variable output power from 10-30 mW. This range allows for better battery performance when less RF power is required. In our walk test, the system worked flawlessly. AT engineers designed it with straight to camera applications, ENG, and EFP uses in mind. And it will fill an important and long requested void in the price spectrum. You should be comfortable with this quality and function in a variety of professional applications. The Audio-Technica 1800 will soon be a reliable standard in the industry.