Sony UWP-D21 Camera-Mount Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System (638 to 694 MHz)

Sony UWP-D21 Camera-Mount Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System (638 to 694 MHz)

The demand for high-quality audio is increasing as high-resolution content becomes prevalent in the video production industry. Today’s content creators are faced with the challenge of capturing high-quality audio quickly, reliably and with limited resources.

Offering superb sound quality with digital processing, reliable RF transmission, true double tuner diversity reception and friendly features, the UWP-D series is an ideal partner for ENG (electronic news gathering) and EFP (electronic field production), as well as documentaries and weddings. The UWP-D21 bodypack wireless microphone package includes the UTX-B40 bodypack transmitter, URX-P40 receiver, ECM-V1BMP Omni-directional lavalier microphone and accessories.

• High-quality sound with Sony digital audio processing
• NFC SYNC function for quick and easy secure channel setting (IR sync capability with UTX-B40 transmitter from URX-P03, URX-P03D, and URX-S03D receivers)
• True double tuner diversity for stable signal reception
• Auto gain mode volume control
• +15 dB gain volume boost mode for off-mic audio
• Line input
• Channel memory for fast switching between receiver frequencies for two transmitter operation
• Transmitter frequency sent to the receiver for matching multiple receivers to one transmitter
• Headphone output for monitoring
• Monitor mode for using a receiver as an ear monitor
• Variable muting function
• Compatibility with Sony WL-800/UWP/UWP-D series
• Receiver output level control
• High visibility OLED display, ideal for indoor/outdoor use
• USB connector for power supply
• Digital audio interface support with SMAD-P5 Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe Adaptor (option)

URX-P40 portable receiver

Oscillator type crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer

Reception TypeTrue diversity method

Antenna Type1/4 λ wavelength wire antenna (angle-adjustable)

Carrier Frequencies 42CE: 638.025 MHz to 694.000 MHz (UHF-TV channels 42 to 48)

Frequency Response23 Hz to 18 kHz (typical) (UC, U, CE, LA, CN, E, KR models) 40 Hz to 15 kHz (typical) (J model)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio60 dB (1 kHz sine wave, 5 kHz modulation)

Distortion (T.H.D)0.9% or less (1 kHz sine wave, 5 kHz modulation)

Audio DelayApprox. 0.35 ms (analog output) Approx. 0.24 ms (digital output)

Audio Output Connector3.5 mm diameter 3-pole locking mini-jack, external connection

Audio Output Level–60 dBV (3.5 mm diameter 3-pole locking mini-jack, analog output, 0 dB audio output level) –20 dBFS (external connection, digital output, 0 dB audio output level) –50 dBFS (external connection, analog output, 0 dB audio output level) Analog

Audio Output Adjustment Range-12dB - +12dB (3dB step)

Headphone Output Connector3.5 mm diameter mini-jack

Headphone Output LevelMax. 10mW (16-ohm)

Tone Signal Frequency In UWP-D compander mode: 32.382 kHz In UWP compander mode: 32 kHz In WL800 compander mode: 32.768 kHz

Display OLED

Power Requirements DC 3.0 V (two LR6/AA size alkaline batteries) DC 5.0 V (supplied from USB Type-C connector)

Battery Life* Approx. six hours *Battery life has been measured with two Sony LR6/AA size alkaline batteries at 25 °C (77 °F) DISPLAY MODE set to AUTO OFF.

Operating Temperature 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)

Storage/Transport Temperature –20 °C to +55 °C (–4 °F to +131 °F)

Dimensions 63 x 70 x 31 mm (2 1/2 x 2 7/8 x 1 1/4 in.) (W / H / D) (excluding antenna)

Mass Approx. 131 g (4.6 oz) (excluding batteries) 

UTX-B40 bodypack transmitter

Oscillator Type Crystal-controlled PLL synthesizer

Antenna Type 1/4 λ wavelength wire antenna

Carrier Frequencies 42CE: 638.025 MHz to 694.000 MHz (UHF-TV channels 42 to 48)

RF Output Power 30 mW/5 mW selectable (UC, U, CE, LA, CN models) 10 mW/2 mW selectable (J, E, KR models)

Capsule Type Elect retcondenser

Directivity Omni-directional

Input Connector 3.5 mm diameter 3-pole locking mini-jack

Reference Audio Input Level –60 dBV (MIC input, GAIN MODE set to NORMAL, 0 dB attenuation) +4 dBu (LINE input)

Audio Attenuator Adjustment Range 0 dB to 27 dB (3 dB steps)

Frequency Response 23 Hz to 18 kHz (Typical) (UC, U, CE, LA, CN, E, KR models) 40 Hz to 15 kHz (Typical) (J model)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio 60 dB (–60 dBV, 1 kHz input) 102 dB (GAIN MODE set to AUTO GAIN, max.) 96 dB (GAIN MODE set to NORMAL, max.) 

Distortion 0.9% or less (–60 dBV, 1 kHz input)

Audio Delay Approx. 0.35 ms

Tone Signal Frequency In UWP-D compander mode: 32.382 kHz In UWP compander mode: 32 kHz In WL800 compander mode: 32.768 kHz

Display OLED

Power Requirements DC 3.0 V (two LR6/AA size alkaline batteries) DC 5.0 V (supplied from USB Type-C connector)

Battery life* Approx. 8 hours with an output power of 30 mW (UC, U, CE, LA, CN models) Approx. 10 hours with an output power of 10 mW (J, E, KR models) * Battery life has been measured with two Sony LR6/AA size alkaline batteries at 25 °C (77 °F).

Operating Temperature 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)

Storage/Transport Temperature -20 °C to +55 °C (–4 °F to +131 °F)

Dimensions 63 x 73 x 19 mm (2 1/2 x 2 7/8 x 3/4 in.) (W / H / D) (excluding antenna)

Mass Approx. 83 g (2.9 oz) (excluding batteries)