5000 Series
Frequency-agile True Diversity UHF Wireless Systems

5000 Series

5000 Series
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Overview

Critically Acclaimed Performance

Designed for use on professional tours, in stadiums, concert halls, festivals, houses of worship and other demanding audio environments, the Audio-Technica 5000 Series provides incredible audio quality and proven, critically acclaimed performance for artists, broadcasters and presenters worldwide.

The third-generation, dual-receiver 5000 Series continues to offer the highest-quality wireless live sound, with dual-compander circuitry that processes high and low frequencies separately and True Diversity operation. But now the receiver features a tuning bandwidth of 144 MHz: DF1 470–608 MHz and 657–663 MHz (duplex gap). And you have the option of selecting a standard receiver (ATW-R5220) with two balanced XLR outputs or a receiver (ATW-R5220DAN) that also includes a Dante output.

Also new is an antenna cascade output that connects up to eight receivers so a single pair of antennas can feed up to 16 channels of wireless, an auto squelch feature that automatically adjusts the squelch setting to maximize operating range while minimizing potential interference, and a backup frequency that can be quickly swapped by pressing the transmitter’s multifunction button in the event of unexpected interference. Software enables remote monitoring and control of the wireless system via Audio-Technica's Wireless Manager.

Two transmitters are available for use with the 5000 Series: ATW-T5201 body-pack transmitter and ATW-T5202 handheld transmitter. Both transmitters feature rugged, ergonomic metal bodies, highly visible OLED screens (switchable between standard and performance views to highlight key metering), programmable features, soft-touch controls, and switchable RF power (2 mW/10 mW/50 mW). They are available in two different frequency ranges – DE1 (470–590 MHz) and EF2 (580–608 MHz, 657–663 MHz) – to provide complete coverage of the receiver’s bandwidth.

The compact ATW-T5201 is equipped with Audio-Technica’s new rugged cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector for secure connection to A-T’s cH-style lavalier and headworn microphones, or cables. The ATW-T5202 includes a high-pass filter and an industry-standard thread mount that allows for the use of six interchangeable A-T microphone capsules, as well as other compatible capsules. 5000 Series components and compatible accessories are offered as individual, à la carte products to give you the greatest possible flexibility in constructing a system that fits your needs. 

5000 Series

Features

  • Dual-channel receiver provides 144 MHz UHF tuning bandwidth (DF1 470–608 MHz and 657–663 MHz) for maximum versatility in an ever-congested RF environment
  • Antenna cascade output allows 8 receivers to be connected so that a single pair of antennas can feed up to 16 channels of wireless. These connectors also provide a simple RF cable check feature to aid in RF troubleshooting
  • Auto Squelch feature automatically adjusts squelch setting to maximize range while minimizing potential interference
  • Unique multifunction button on the handheld and body-pack transmitters can be used to switch to a backup frequency (on both transmitter and receiver) should interference be encountered
  • Dual Compander circuitry processes high and low frequencies separately for unmatched audio quality
  • The full-rack receiver chassis holds two independent receivers, and offers antenna power, frequency scan and IR sync functionality, a ground-lift switch, and a front-panel headphone jack
  • Dual-mode, highly visible OLED receiver screen can switch between standard view or a performance view that highlights key metering
  • Receiver is available with two balanced XLR outputs (ATW-R5220) or with two balanced XLR outputs and a Dante output (ATW-R5220DAN)
  • Both transmitters are available in two bands – DE1 (470–590 MHz) and EF2 (580–608 MHz, 657–663 MHz) – and offer rugged, ergonomic metal bodies, highly visible OLED displays, programmable features, soft-touch controls, and switchable 2/10/50 mW RF power
  • Handheld transmitter features high-pass filter and accepts six interchangeable microphone capsules (based on best-selling Audio-Technica models) that use industry-standard thread mount and provide low-handling noise
  • New rugged cH-style connector on body-pack transmitter provides secure connection to lavalier mics, headworn mics, and cables with cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector
  • Advanced digital Tone Lockâ„¢ squelch effectively blocks stray RF; the digitally encoded tone also communicates transmitter data for receiver display
  • Wireless network monitoring and control software
  • 5000 Series components are offered individually – not as preconfigured systems – for greater flexibility

Specifications

Overall System
Operating Frequencies ATW-R5220 Receiver Band DG1: 470.125 to 699.875 MHz (9191 frequencies) Band DF1: 470.125 to 607.875 MHz, 657.100 to 662.900 MHz (5511+233 frequencies) ATW-T5201/ATW-T5202 Transmitters Band DE1: 470.125 to 590.000 MHz (4796 frequencies) Band EG1: 580.000 to 699.875 MHz (4796 frequencies) Band EF2: 580.000 to 607.875 MHz, 657.100 to 662.900 MHz (1116+223 frequencies) Please note that some frequency bands might not be available in your territory or could come with limited tuning bandwidth / transmitting power due to local regulations.
Minimum Frequency Step 25 kHz
Modulation Mode FM
Maximum Deviation ATW-T5201: ±40 kHz (THD:10%)
ATW-T5202: ±40 kHz (THD:10%)
Frequency Response ATW-T5201: 23 Hz to 16,300 Hz ATW-T5202: 33 Hz to 16,300 Hz Frequency response depends on attached microphone element
Operating Range 100 m (328')
Open range environment with no interfering signals.
Total Harmonic Distortion <1.0% (at 1 kHz, ±17.5 kHz deviation)
Handheld Transmitter
RF Power Output High: 50 mW, Mid: 10 mW, Low: 2mW (switchable), at 50 ohms (country dependent)
Spurious Emissions Following Federal and National Regulations
Microphone Capsule Interchangable industry standard thread
Battery Type Two 1.5V AA, not included
Battery Life High: 6.5 hours Mid: 8 hours Low: 9.5 hours (alkaline) Depending on battery type, usage and environmental conditions.
Operating Temperature Range -5º C to +40º C (23º F to 104º F)
Dimensions ATW-T5202 (without capsule): 193 mm (7.60") long, 37 mm (1.46") maximum diameter ATW-T5202/C510: 265mm (10.43") long, 54 mm (2.13") maximum diameter ATW-T5202/C710: 271mm (10.67") long, 50 mm (1.97") maximum diameter
Net Weight ATW-T5202 (without capsule): 200g (7.1oz) ATW-T5202/C510: 330g (11.6oz) ATW-T5202/C710: 314g (11.1oz) (without batteries)
Accessories Included AT8456a Quiet-Flexâ„¢ stand clamp (5/8""-27 male to 3/8""-16 female threaded screw adapter); AT-BG3 Protective Carrying Case
Body Pack
RF Power Output High: 50 mW, Mid: 10 mW, Low: 2mW (switchable), at 50 ohms (country dependent)
Battery Life High: 7 hours Mid: 9 hours Low: 10.5 hours (alkaline) Depending on battery type, usage and environmental conditions.
Battery Type Two 1.5V AA, not included
Dimensions 62 mm x 70 mm x 17 mm (W x D x H) 2.44" x 2.75" x 0.67" (W x D x H)
Input Connections Four Pin Locking Connector Pin 1: GND Pin 2: INST INPUT Pin 3: MIC INPUT Pin 4: DC BIAS +5V
Net Weight 92 g (3.2 oz), without batteries
Spurious Emissions Following Federal and National Regulations
High-pass (low-freq. roll-off) 80Hz, 12dB/octave
Operating Temperature Range -5º C to +45º C (23º F to 113º F)
Accessory Included AT-BG3 Protective Carrying Case
Receiver
Receiving System True Diversity
Image Rejection 80 dB nominal
RF Sensitivity 18 dBuV at 60 dBA S/N ratio (50 ohms termination)
Maximum Output Level XLR, balanced: +18 dBV
Headphone Output Headphone Output Connector: 6.3 mm (1/4") TRS Stereo Headphone Output Power: 180 mW, typical
Antenna Input BNC-type, 50 ohms
Antenna Power 12 V DC, 150 mA x 2
Power Supply 100-240VAC 50/60Hz
Operating Temperature Range -5º C to +45º C (23º F to 113º F)
Dimensions 482.0 mm x 361.0 mm x 43.0 mm (W x D x H) 18.98" x 14.21" x 1.69" (W x D x H)
Weight 4800 g (169.3 oz), without accessories
Accessories Included Two Flexible UHF antennas; Power Cable (country dependent); Legs x4 (4 mounting screws)

Downloads

5000 Series Quick Start Guide
5000 Series (Third Generation) Submittal Sheet
5000 Series (Third Generation) Manual
5000 Series (ATW-R5220) FCC DOC
5000 Series and 3000 Series IP Protocol Specifications
5000 Series and 3000 Series Syslog Specifications
5000 Series ATW-R5200DF1 Scan Plan (.csv file)
ATW-R5220 and ATW-R5220DAN Firmware version 1.06.01 (.zip file)
ATW-T5201 DE1 & EF2 Firmware version 1.05.00 (.zip file)
ATW-T5202 DE1 & EF2 Firmware version 1.05.00 (.zip file)