karlw Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 Good morning! Our latest transmitter, shipping soon! (As soon as the certification process is complete) 3-block tuning, IR port for quick sync, USB port for firmware updates in the field. http://www.lectrosonics.com/US/introducing-the-hma-digital-hybrid-wireless-plug-on-transmitter.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPSharman Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 Europe version too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WesH Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 3 minutes ago, RPSharman said: Europe version too? Hi Robert, I'm glad to say, YES -- compliance testing is also in process for the European version. CE certification seems to take a bit longer than FCC (American) certification but is proceeding nicely. Best, Wes Herron Lectrosonics, Inc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPSharman Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 Nice! My HM is with you for the pesky 2.4/5.8 RFI issues. I hope this new one doesn't suffer the same problems. If I can't use the HM any more, then an HMa will be its replacement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axel Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 +1 waiting here on the European side of the pond. are there any new features/changes other than the wide band capabilities? any test with MKH 8060 mics so far (intermittent "sizzling" noise issues with HM or UH400a)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlw Posted January 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 Aside from the IR and USB ports, the HMa is a wideband equivalent to the latest generation HM in terms of input design and other specifications. Significant progress has been made in the last year in terms of rejection of external RF signals in the HM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axel Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 thanks Karl, now I found the spec sheet http://www.lectrosonics.com/US/phocadownload/HMa_td.pdf any ideas if higher frequ bands for european version could be available? - my focus is in block 27, which still works best here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlw Posted January 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 We have seen the demand drop sharply for the higher blocks due to spectrum re-allocations worldwide. Originally, we offered the L Series (LT, LMb and LR) in a D1 band covering blocks 27, 28, and 29, and got *zero* orders for that band during the first year they were available. So, at this time, we are not offering a D1 band. Get enough demand together and we would of course re-consider. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axel Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 maybe it is too individualistic and yes, I guess everything above 750 Mhz will be auctioned off in the near future around here , too. But still owning 7(!) block 27 units receiver wise and those work best. thanks again Karl, for your quick and qualified response Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlw Posted January 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 I understand - we have customers all over the world using everything we've ever made, including plenty of block 27 and 28 units in particular. In the US these bands are illegal now (except the first 40-odd frequencies in 27). I think when it comes to "what will I buy new?", people are being cautious about getting any equipment in bands that are either already off limits or will be within a few short years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VASI Posted January 7, 2016 Report Share Posted January 7, 2016 I am using (not owning) wireless, here, from 800 MHz and above. Keep in mind, we are not RF crowed like New York, Los Angeles etc. The Gov sold some spectrum to telecommunications in 800 MHz. When I will make an investment in wireless; this will be below 700 MHz. 5G is coming. I am not sure about IR setup. Brings me stories from Audio Ltd operating with SwitchiR. Overall, a good improvement from older version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPSharman Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 My HM is now on the way back from the mothership. I'm excited to experience the results of the upgrades, and appreciative of them being covered under and extended warranty. Thanks, Lectro! This new plugon series looks great, although I am still a bit upset that the block assignments were set up without the UK in mind. Block 606 straddle two wideband blocks, which seems really unfair. It would be great if the future C1 blocks would stretch down to 606, allowing us to use our current 606 gear with C1 gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstauffer Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 Curious, Robert, as to what upgrades you are getting on your HM? RF protection upgrades? Might be interested in getting mine done too if that is the case. Thanks... CRAIG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPSharman Posted January 10, 2016 Report Share Posted January 10, 2016 On 1/8/2016 at 6:08 PM, cstauffer said: Curious, Robert, as to what upgrades you are getting on your HM? RF protection upgrades? Might be interested in getting mine done too if that is the case. Thanks... CRAIG Per repair invoice... "Installed all required updates. Updated firmware to v2.6. Replaced audio/logic board per update to correct 2.4 GHz interference. Major tune. Tested to specifications." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundpod Posted January 10, 2016 Report Share Posted January 10, 2016 I'm also very curious about what symptoms you experienced with regards the 2.4/5.8 edition interference. I have had intermittent issur I have never been able to track down. cheers, nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Lonsdale Posted January 10, 2016 Report Share Posted January 10, 2016 Will the new HMa have the ability to remote with LectroRM? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPSharman Posted January 11, 2016 Report Share Posted January 11, 2016 14 hours ago, soundpod said: I'm also very curious about what symptoms you experienced with regards the 2.4/5.8 edition interference. I have had intermittent issur I have never been able to track down. cheers, nick Nick, It's a buzzing, similar to old AC power down a duplex cable. I've found the biggest culprit to be thin/lightweight BNC cables with poor shielding sending video to Teredek transmitters. But also experienced issues with Wifi gear and other 2.4G devices (remote focus and RED data send/receive). Robert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlw Posted January 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2016 16 hours ago, Michael Lonsdale said: Will the new HMa have the ability to remote with LectroRM? No, that feature was not added. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAB414 Posted January 12, 2016 Report Share Posted January 12, 2016 I'm actually glad it wasn't added. I don't want to accidentally refreq the boom on set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted January 12, 2016 Report Share Posted January 12, 2016 The HM isn't buried in wigs or under costumes, unlike the SM and SSM transmitters. The dweedle tone control is not as useful on the bulky HM as it is on the little transmitters. Best, LEF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek H Posted January 12, 2016 Report Share Posted January 12, 2016 I suggest an easy adjustment mode where you don't have to hold down the audio button to adjust gain. This would allow easier, one handed, gain tweaks for wireless boom ops or even when using it as a stick mic for ENG stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constantin Posted January 12, 2016 Report Share Posted January 12, 2016 Actually, I have often bemoaned the lack of rc on the HM. Remember over here we tend to have our tx on the mic end of the boom, so when it rains I'll wrap it into a plastic pouch, sealing it off as much as possible with tape. Here the dweedle tones could really help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandering Ear Posted January 12, 2016 Report Share Posted January 12, 2016 I've also wanted the tones to work with my HM. I use it as a transmitter for a plant mic frequently, and it's not always as accessible as the mic head is, often taped in or would require moving the whole rig to access it. I'm excited to hear there are improvements for the rf issues of the HM, which I've had lots of trouble with. Looks like a repair trip is due. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPSharman Posted January 12, 2016 Report Share Posted January 12, 2016 I have to agree. Having RC capabilities for the above listed reasons would be great. My boom op has managed to adjust gain through wrapped plastic, but it's not ideal. And we do often place HM with plant mics that don't always remain accessible, especially in cars on process trailers. Just an idea if it's a possibility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAB414 Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 Well if you guys do end up implementing it, please make it an option in the setup menu to have it on/off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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