Audio-Technica ATW-252 Handheld Wireless System

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Get quality wireless on a limited budget with this Audio-Technica handheld system. It delivers reliably clean, accurate sound with a quick and simple setup.

Audio-Technica's Freeway 200 Series Wireless Systems are designed to provide reliable performance, easy setup and clear, natural sound quality. Each 200 Series professional VHF wireless system includes a receiver and either a body-pack transmitter or a handheld microphone/transmitter on a specific crystal-controlled frequency. A novel dipole antenna system on the receiver improves operation by providing a ground element in addition to the usual signal element.

Features

- Easy operation and clear, natural sound quality
- Reliable performance and durable construction
- Advanced dipole antenna system for extended operating range
- Power, RF, and AF Peak indicators
- Volume control,1/4" output jack and space-saving power supply
- Rugged unidirectional dynamic element on handheld microphone/transmitter
- Variable microphone trim control and easily accessible On/Standby/Off switch on transmitters
- Professional locking connector on UniPak (TM) body-pack transmitter
- Available in 5 system configurations

ATW-252

ATW-R250 receiver and ATW-T202 handheld microphone/transmitter.

Consumer Alert
Most users do not need a license to operate this wireless microphone system. Nevertheless, operating this microphone system without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also read more be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems, and these rules are subject to change. For more information, call the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCC's wireless microphone website at www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones

NOTE: None of the wireless systems we carry are capable of violating the FCC guidelines stated above. We are presenting this information as a matter of legally required disclosure.
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Overall System Specifications
Operating Frequency: VHF high band, 169 MHz to 172 MHz

Number of Channels: Fixed channel

Frequency Stability: +/-0.005%

Modulation Mode: FM

Maximum Deviation: +/-15 kHz

Operating Range: 200' typical

Operating Temperature Range: 40 degrees F (4 degrees C) to 110 degrees F (43 degrees C)

Frequency Response: 80 Hz to 13 kHz

Receiver Specifications
Receiving System: Non-diversity, single-channel, dual antenna system

Image Rejection: 50 dB minimum

Signal-to-noise Ratio: 80 dB at 10 kHz deviation (IEC-weighted), maximum modulation 15 kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion: <=1% (10 kHz deviation at 1 kHz)

Sensitivity: 20 decibel micro volts for 60 dB S/N (IEC-weighted)

Audio Output: 350 mV (1 kHz modulation, 10 kHz deviation, 100 k ohm load)

Output Connector: 1/4" TS ("mono") phone jack

Power Supply: 100-240V AC (50/60 Hz) to 12V DC 1A (center positive) switched mode external power supply

Dimensions: 7.48" (190.0 mm) W x 1.65" (42.0 mm) H x 5.12" (130.0 mm) D

Net Weight: 11.0 oz (311 g)

Accessory Included: Power supply

Handheld Transmitter Specifications
RF Power Output: 10 mW High position, 2 mW Low position, typical

Spurious Emissions: Under federal regulations

Dynamic Range: >=90 dB, A-weighted

Microphone Element: Dynamic unidirectional

Battery: 9V (NEDA type 1604) alkaline, not included

Current Consumption: 30 mA typical

Battery Life: Approximately 15 hours in High position; Approximately 20 hours in Low position (depending on battery type and use pattern)

Dimensions: 9.50" (241.3 mm) long, 2.10" (53.3 mm) maximum diameter

Net Weight: 12.7 oz (360 g) (without battery)

Accessory Included: AT8456a Quiet-Flex(TM) stand clamp

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 330-686-2600 x5000
Email: audio-solutions@atus.com

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. (25 ratings)
Submitted May 22, 2011 by a customer from cs.com

"Excellent mic. Price is just the icing on the cake."

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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Very Happy with this microphone and will replace them with the same when and if needed.
Sound
Sound was nice and clear and didn't color the sound much. Used for karaoke.
Features
The grounded antenna didn't seem to help with droputs. If you are on a stage this wouldn't be a problem. If you wander around the room you'd be better off getting the true diversity model (mic is the same, only the receiver is different)
Quality
Microphone seems very solid and well built. This was a replacement for another I purchased about 5 years ago that had finally been dropped to many times (typical when drunk karaoke singers use them).
Value
Definately worth the money.
Manufacturer Support
I've never attempted to get repairs as buying new ones would probably be cheaper than fixing. One downside is there doesn't seem to be replacement screens available. if it get dropped and dented you have to try and push out the dents (rounded end of a screwdriver handle seems to work well)
The Wow Factor
I wouldn't call it sexy. Handsome might be a better term

Musical Background:

Karaoke Host

Musical Style:

Variety
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