Sony Microphones:
WCS-999 Wireless Microphone System

Sony WCS-999 Wireless
Microphone System

Overview:

Sony's WCS-999 Wireless Microphone System is for use with portable audio recorders and video camcorders. The system features a transmission range up to 150 feet, depending on conditions, and a 900 MHz FM transmission for high-quality sound. The Complete Kit includes: a Lavalier Mic, Transmitter, Receiver and Monitoring Earphone, Three Channels with a Selector Switch for low interference, and a Compact, Lightweight Design.

Features:

• Compact, lightweight design
• For use with portable audio recorders, video camcorders
• Transmission range up to 150 feet, depending on conditions
• 900 MHz FM transmission for high-quality sound
• Complete kit includes: lavalier mic, transmitter, receiver and monitoring earphone
• Three channels with selector switch for low interference

Specifications:

• Lets you record voices up to 150 feet away depending on environment and transmission conditions
• Ideal for video camcorders - captures the voices of family members on vacation, in sporting events, at recitals, birthdays and weddings
• Ideal for Pressman® portable audio recorders captures lectures and speeches, good for music and nature study
• Supplied lavalier microphone is tiny and unobtrusive, clips onto shirt or tie
• Built-in windscreen helps reduce the microphone's pickup of wind noise
• Electret condenser microphone design for high quality and small size
• Omni-directional microphone pattern picks up sound from all directions
• Pocket-sized wireless transmitter is easy to hide, clips onto clothing for unobtrusive use
• Plug-in power for compatible Sony microphones, no need for separate mic battery
• Wireless receiver plugs into camcorder or audio recorder mic input; easily clips onto clothing, camcorder hand strap or shoulder strap
• Three transmission channels enable you to choose another channel if you encounter interference
• Monitoring earphone lets you hear what's being recorded; plugs into wireless receiver
• Mic mixing lets the camera operator and the subject both be recorded; requires a second microphone, optional, such as the Sony ECM-T145
• Compact, lightweight design - the antennas are built into the transmitter and receiver
• 900 MHz wide FM transmission for outstanding sound quality, excellent frequency response (100 - 15,000 Hz) and extended dynamic range (more than 78 dB)
• Switchable transmission channel lets you choose the channel with clear, noise-free sound

System:

• Range up to 150 feet, depending on environment and transmission conditions, including obstructions and other RF sources
• RF Power 94 dBµ V/m at 3 m, complies with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 15
• Carrier Frequency 912 - 915MHz; Channel 1: 912.900MHz; Channel 2: 913.800MHz; Channel 3: 914.400 MHz
• Modulation: FM
• Frequency Response: 100 - 15,000Hz
• Dynamic Range: More than 78dB
• Output Level: -55.2, ±4 dBm (0 dBm = 1 mW/Pa, 1,000Hz)
• Output Impedance: 1 kohm

Transmitter:

• Microphone Directivity Omni-Directional
• Maximum Sound Pressure Level more than 114dB SPL
• Microphone Cord Length Approx. 39" (1 meter)
• Oscillator Crystal Controlled
• Signal Processing Compressor
• Antenna: Built-in
• Power Requirements: DC 1.5V, requires AA battery (not supplied)
• Battery Life: Approximately 20 hours with Sony Alkaline battery
• Mic Input: Stereo minijack with plug-in power

Receiver:

• Oscillator SAW resonator
• Signal Processing Expander
• Monitor Output Level: Approx. 2 mW, 16 ohms
• Earphone Jack: Monaural mini plug
• Mix Mixing Jack: Monaural mini plug
• Output Cord Length: Approx. 18" (450mm)
• Output Plug: Monaural miniplug
• Earphone Cord Length: Approx. 18" (45cm)
• Dimensions(WxHxD): 2 3/8 x 2 3/4 x 7/8" (60 x 70 x 22.5mm)
• Weight: Approx. 3.1 oz (88g) including batteries

Other Sony Microphones:

• ECM-CR120 Business Noise Reduction Microphone
• Sony WCS-999 Wireless Microphone System