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Nady 8W-1KU 1000-Channel UHF Octo Receiver Wireless System with 8x Instrument Cable

SKU: NA8W1KUGTNEU MFR: 8W-1KU-GT-NEUS
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Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear audio with this wireless instrument microphone system, perfect for live performances.
  • Enjoy freedom of movement with a reliable wireless range of up to 500+ feet, ideal for any stage size.
  • This instrument microphone system features low latency for seamless, real-time audio transmission.
  • Get 8-10 hours of battery life with the included AA batteries, ensuring your performance lasts all night.
  • Easily monitor your settings using the LCD display, showing group, channel, volume, and battery levels.
  • This durable wireless microphone system is built with metal housing, ensuring reliability for every gig.
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Nady 8W-1KU Specifications

General

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  • Operating Frequency Range

    Band 3 (U.S.): 520.000-544.975MHz

  • Freq. Synthesized

    (1000 channels switchable) 25kHz/step

  • PLL system frequency stability

    <0.005%

  • Frequency Response

    30Hz-18kHz +/-3dB

  • Dynamic Range

    120dB

  • Harmonic Distortion

    <0.5%

  • Modulation

    FM (F3E) +/-25kHz normal, +/-75kHz max

  • Operating Range

    150-250 feet typical, 500+feet max line-of-sight

W-1KU Receiver

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  • Receiver System

    Dual conversion Super Heterodyne with True Diversity (two complete Receiver sections with optimum audio selected)

  • Selectivity

    60dB normal +/-75kHz offset

  • Image Rejection

    -70dB, minimum

  • Sensitivity

    -107dBm, normal

  • Spurious Rejection

    65dB, normal

  • Mute Threshold

    -65dBm to -95dBm (adjustable)

  • Controls

    UP/DOWN selects, SET, IR Sync, Power buttons, MUTE level

  • LCD Display

    Eight backlight LCD panel indicating selected Group/Channel,received RF levels, A/B diversity, and unbalanced receiver out volume levels

  • LED Display

    5-segment LED tree indicating received audio levels from transmitter (single version only)

  • Audio Output Level

    Unbalanced output: 360mV adjustable audio output @ +/-25kHz deviation
    Balanced output: 24mV fixed level audio output @ +/-25kHz deviation

  • Output Impedance

    Balanced and unbalanced: 600 Ohm

  • Power Requirement

    +12 VDC / 2500 mA

  • Antennas

    Dual BNC right angle

  • Housing Construction

    Metal

  • Dimensions (W x D x H)

    17 x 11.5 x 3.8" (43.2 x 29.2 x 9.5 cm)

  • Weight

    10.75 lbs (4.88kg)

BT-1KU Bodypack Transmitter

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  • RF Output Power

    HI/LOW selectable HI: +14dBm (25mW typical), LOW: +4dBm (2.5mW typical)

  • Harmonic and Spurious Emission

    -50dBc normal

  • Audio Input Levels

    225mV (Instrument) +/-25kHz deviation

  • Input Impedance

    500 k Ohm (Instr.)

  • Controls

    Power OFF/MUTE/ON, RF Power HI/LOW switches, Set/Up/Down buttons

  • Input Connector

    Mini 3.5mm with locking nut

  • LCD Display

    Group/Channels/Volume/Battery Levels

  • Antenna Type

    External fixed

  • Housing Construction

    Metal

  • Battery Life

    8-10 Hours typical

  • Battery Info

    Required, included

  • Battery Material

    Alkaline

  • Battery Type

    AA

  • Battery Quantity

    16

  • Dimensions

    2.5 x 3.25 x 1.81" (6.35 x 8.3 x 1.82cm)

  • Weight

    Without Battery: 3.8 oz (107.72g)

  • UPC Code

    634343282474

About Nady 8W-1KU

1000 user-selectable UHF frequencies, a 120dB dynamic range, and 500' of line-of-site operation.
The Nady W-1KU Wireless System is a professional UHF wireless, offering clear-channel, frequency-agile operation on the UHF band for interference-free performance in any application or locale, and provides you great performance at a exceptional price point. The W-1KU wireless system offers 1000 user-selectable channels, frequency synthesized into 10 groups of 100 channels in the US frequency band 520MHz-544.9MHz. The Nady wireless system features proprietary companding and low-noise circuitry for an amazing 120dB dynamic range, and clear, natural sound available. The True Diversity circuitry has two complete front ends for maximum range and dropout protection.

Nady W-1KU Wireless Receiver
The W-1KU's receiver has a front-panel backlit LCD display to indicate selected audio output volume level, Group/Channel, RF signal strength meter, and A/B diversity status. A separate audio LED bar graph display provides instantaneous audio level status from a distance. The back panel offers balanced XLR Mic Level and unbalanced 1.4" line level audio output jacks.

• Front panel backlit LCD display indicates selected audio output volume level, Group/Channel, RF signal strength meter, A/B diversity status; separate audio LED bar graph display provides instantaneous audio level status from a distance
• Back-panel balanced XLR Mic Level and unbalanced 1.4" line level audio output jacks

Transmitter
Feature LCD displays indicating selected Group, Channel, Audio Input Levels, and Battery level status; transmitting High/Low RF power switch for optimizing distance operation depending on application; and operation with two AA Battery (alkaline or rechargeable NiMH) for longest reliable, economical battery life.

Bodypack Transmitter (BT-1KU)
Features road worthy all-metal case; power Off/Mute/On switch; flexible external antenna rod; and mini locking connector for lapel

Guitar/Bass or Keyboards - any 1/4" trs line-level instrument

Features
• Unsurpassed state-of-the-art PLL UHF performance with proprietary companding and low-noise circuitry for an amazing 120dB dynamic range. True Diversity circuitry for worry-free operation and dropout protection. Up to 500 feet transmission range
• 1000 selectable UHF channels for interference-free reception with AUTO-SCAN feature for easy location of clear channels and ASC (Auto-Sync Channel) infrared download for easy frequency synchronization
• Scratch resistant receiver with 5 segment LED bar graph AF meter, balanced XLR microphone level and unbalanced 1/4" line level audio outputs. Backlit LCD with user-friendly configuration menus indicating channel, channel group, volume, and RF signal strength
• All-metal body body pack Transmitter with IC-2U Guitar Cable. LCD display indicates group, channel, audio level, and Battery level status. Operation with two AA Battery

Nady 8W-1KU Features

  • State-of-the-art PLL UHF performance with 120dB dynamic range and operation up to 500' line-of-sight
  • 1000 user-selectable UHF frequencies per band
  • True Diversity circuitry with two complete front ends for maximum range and dropout protection
  • ASC (Auto-Sync Channels) IR download feature sends selected Group/Channel information to Transmitter via IR senders on receivers for easy frequency synchronization
  • Front-panel touch control buttons and user-friendly LCD configuration menus
  • Sophisticated IF filtering for simultaneous operation of multiple W-1KU systems in the same location
  • Mute control (RF squelch)
  • RF BNC connectors for dual removable 1/2 wave antennas
  • DC power input jack
  • Externally powered (adapter included)
  • Rugged, all-metal housing

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear audio with this wireless instrument microphone system, perfect for live performances.
  • Enjoy freedom of movement with a reliable wireless range of up to 500+ feet, ideal for any stage size.
  • This instrument microphone system features low latency for seamless, real-time audio transmission.
  • Get 8-10 hours of battery life with the included AA batteries, ensuring your performance lasts all night.
  • Easily monitor your settings using the LCD display, showing group, channel, volume, and battery levels.
  • This durable wireless microphone system is built with metal housing, ensuring reliability for every gig.

What's in the box:

  • 8W-1KU Receiver
  • 8x BT-1KU Bodypack Transmitter
  • DC Power Supply
  • 2x Antennas
  • 8x IC-U1K Cable
  • Rack Ears
  • 16x AA Alkaline Battery
  • Nady 1 Year Limited Warranty