OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BATTERY CHARGER
IR-200BC
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................... 2
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ......................... 3
3. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ...................... 3
4. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS ....... 4
5. CHARGING ................................................. 5
6. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 7
7. SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 8
Accessories ................................................. 8
Thank you for purchasing TOA's Battery Charger.
Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.
• Switch off the power, and unplug the power supply
plug from the AC outlet for safety purposes when
cleaning or leaving the unit unused for 10 days or
more. Doing otherwise may cause a fire or electric
shock.
• Make sure to observe the following handling
precautions so that a fire or personal injury does
not result from leakage or explosion of the battery.
· Be sure to use only the rechargeable battery
designed for use with the infrared wireless
microphone
• Use the dedicated AC adapter for the unit. Note
that the use of other adapter may cause a fire.
· Avoid mixed use of new and old batteries,
batteries of different types, or fully charged and
discharged batteries in the same microphone.
· Do not short, disassemble, heat nor put the
battery into a fire.
• Avoid charging microphones installed with
rechargeable batteries other than the dedicated IR-
200BT battery. Charging any other than the
specified battery could result in fire or personal
injury due to battery rupture.
· Do not solder a battery directly.
· Note correct polarity (positive and negative
orientation) when inserting a battery in the unit.
· Avoid locations exposed to the direct sunlight,
high temperature and high humidity when storing
batteries.
• When the infrared wireless microphone is not in
use for 2 weeks or more, be sure to take the
batteries out of the microphone because battery
leakage may cause a fire, personal injury, or
contamination of environment.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by TOA Corporation may void the authority
granted the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required correct the interference at his own expense.
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The TOA IR-200BC is a dedicated battery charger for the IR-200M and IR-300M Infrared Wireless
Microphones.
It employs a quick charging system for nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries, allowing up to 2 infrared wireless
microphones to be fully charged within 3 hours.
3. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
• Since the supplied power cord is designed for use specifically with the IR-200BC charger, do not use it with
equipment other than the IR-200BC.
• Use the IR-200BC in locations where an ambient temperature ranges from 0 to 40 ºC (32 to 104 ºF).
• When cleaning the case, be sure to first switch off the power, then wipe with a dry cloth. Never use benzene,
thinner, alcohol or chemically processed towels, as these may damage the charger's components and parts.
• Clean the charging terminals on a regular basis using a dry cotton swab. Dirty terminals can cause poor
electrical contact and cause batteries to be charged incorrectly.
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4. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS
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5
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1. Power switch
5. Infrared wireless microphone receptacle
• Use the mounting adapter when charging the
IR-200M microphone.
To turn on the power, set this switch to the [ ]
position. To turn off the power, shift this switch
back.
• When charging the IR-300M microphone,
remove the mounting adapter and insert the
microphone directly into the receptacle.
2. Mounting Adapter
(factory-attached to the charger)
Used when charging the IR-200M handheld
infrared wireless microphone.
6. Full-charge indicator
Lights green once the battery is fully charged.
Remove this adapter when charging the IR-300M
hands-free infrared wireless microphone. (Refer to
p. 5 "Charging.")
7. Charging indicator
Lights red continuously while charging is in
progress.
3. Power indicator
Lights when the power is switched on.
8. Power input terminal
Connect the supplied AC adapter to this terminal.
4. Screwdriver inlet
Insert the setting screwdriver supplied with the
infrared wireless microphone into this inlet when
storing it.
[Indicator status table]
Charging indicator (red) Full-charge indicator (green)
Status
Charging in progress
Lit
Unlit
Unlit
Lit
Charging completed
Flashing
Unlit
Outside the operating temperature range
(refer to p. 7 "Troubleshooting.")
Both indicators light alternately.
Charging failure (refer to p. 7 "Troubleshooting.")
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5. CHARGING
Avoid charging microphones installed with rechargeable batteries
other than the dedicated IR-200BT battery.
CAUTION
Charging any other than the specified battery could result in fire or
personal injury due to battery rupture.
Notes
• Use the charger in locations where the ambient temperature range is between 0 and 40 ºC (32 to 104 ºF).
• Charge the IR-200BT battery before using it.
• If an infrared wireless microphone containing an IR-200BT battery has been stored for a long period of time,
it is recommended that the microphone be charged before use.
• Avoid using the charger in locations subject to strong vibrations, as the resulting poor electrical contact may
prevent correct charging.
• Do not frequently insert and remove the microphone from the charger during charging, as this could reduce
the number of times that the IR-200BT can be effectively charged and discharged.
• Rechargeable batteries are consumables and do not last indefinitely. If the battery operating time becomes
extremely short even when it has been fully charged, the battery has reached the end of its life and must be
replaced. Be sure to replace the battery with one designated for use with the microphone (IR-200BT).
Tip: Under normal use conditions, the battery can cycle through approximately 500 charges and discharges,
after which it will usually need to be replaced.
IR-200M (optional)
Mounting adapter
(pre-installed)
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1
Power switch
Full-charge
indicator
IR-300M (optional)
Power input terminal
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3 , 6
Charger
Power switch
Charging indicator
Power indicator
Supplied AC adapter
1
Handling the power cord
AC adapter plug
2
To AC wall outlet
Supplied power cord
Cord
Bottom view of the charger
Step 1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter, then connect the AC adapter to the charger.
Once connected, push the cord into the slot in the charger's bottom surface to prevent the AC adapter
plug from accidentally slipping out of place. (Refer to "Handling the power cord" in the figure above.)
Step 2. Insert the AC power plug into an AC wall outlet.
Step 3. Set the charger's power switch to ON.
Confirm that the power indicator is lit.
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Step 4. Turn off the power of the infrared wireless microphone to be charged, then insert the 2 IR-200BT
rechargeable batteries into the microphone. For proper battery insertion, refer to the instruction
manual enclosed with the infrared wireless microphone.
Note
Charging cannot be correctly performed if the infrared wireless microphone's power switch is set to
the ON position.
Step 5. Insert the infrared wireless microphone fully into
the charger's microphone receptacle and confirm
that the charging indicator (red) is lit.
Removing the mounting adapter
[For the IR-200M microphone]
Mounting adapter
• Leave the mounting adapter attached.
• Insert the microphone into the hole in the
adapter to charge.
[For the IR-300M microphone]
Charger
Remove the mounting adapter to charge.
(Refer to the figure at right.)
Pull up the adapter holding down this part
Charging takes approximately 3 hours, after which
the full-charge indicator lights green.
(another on the opposite side).
Step 6. Turn off the charger's power once charging is complete.
Notes
• Be sure to turn off the charger's power after charging is complete in order to save standby power.
• The infrared wireless microphone becomes warm after charging completion, however this is not a
failure.
• Hold the charger when detaching the infrared wireless microphone from the charger.
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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
Possible cause
Remedy
Power indicator does not • The AC adapter is not plugged into • Make sure the AC adapter is
light even if the power
switch is turned on.
a working AC outlet, or is not
plugged in correctly.
plugged in to a working AC wall
outlet correctly.
• AC adapter plug is not connected to • Connect the plug to the charger's
the charger. power input terminal.
Charging indicator (red) • The batteries used in the • Install the appropriate dedicated IR-
does not light even when
the infrared wireless
microphone may not be dedicated
IR-200BT rechargeable batteries.
200BT rechargeable battery in the
microphone.
microphone is inserted • The infrared wireless microphone • Make sure that the microphone is
into the microphone
receptacle.
may not be seated correctly in the
microphone receptacle.
inserted fully into charger as far as
it will go.
[For the IR-200M]
• The mounting adapter may not be • Install the mounting adapter
installed correctly. correctly.
Inserting the infrared • The ambient temperature may • Perform charging within the
wireless microphone into
the microphone receptacle
causes the charging
indicator (red) to flash.
exceed the permissible operating
temperature range (0 to 40 ºC, or
32 to 104 ºF), preventing charging.
operating temperature range (0 to
40 ºC, or 32 to 104 ºF).
Full-charge
(green) always lights soon.
indicator • The
dedicated
IR-200BT • Replace the rechargeable battery
rechargeable battery has probably
reached the end of its life cycle
(usually after about 500 charges
and discharges).
with a new one.
Full-charge indicator does • The infrared wireless microphone's • Set
not light even 3 hours after power switch may be set to ON. microphone's power switch to OFF.
charging has been started • The battery may be at the end of its • Replace the rechargeable battery
the
infrared
wireless
(maximum charging time:
3 hours).
life.
with a new one.
Both the charging indicator • The microphone may have been • Use
a
dedicated IR-200BT
(red) and the full-charge
indicator (green) light
alternately.
installed with a non-IR-200BT
rechargeable battery.
• There may be foreign objects (such • Remove such foreign objects.
as metals) in the microphone
receptacle.
rechargeable battery in the infrared
wireless microphone.
• The battery may be at the end of its • Replace the rechargeable battery
life. with a new one.
• The infrared wireless microphone's • Detach the infrared wireless
power switch may be set to ON.
microphone from the charger and
set the microphone power switch to
the OFF position, then reinsert the
microphone into the charger.
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7. SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source
AC mains, 50/60 Hz (Power is supplied from the enclosed AC adapter.)
Current Consumption
Charging Time
Max. 2 A
Max. 3 hours
2 pieces*1
Number of wireless
microphones to be
charged simultaneously
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Finish
0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
30 to 85% RH
Case:
Microphone receptacle section: PPE resin, black
ABS resin, metallic gray, 50% gloss, paint
Dimensions
Weight
238 (w) x 83 (h*2) x 98 (d) mm (9.37" x 3.27" x 3.86")
635 g or 1.4 lb (charger with the mounting adapters attached)
Note: The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement.
• Accessories
Power cord (2 m or 6.56 ft)*3 ......................................................................... 1
AC adapter (DC cord length: 1.5 m or 4.92 ft)*3 ............................................ 1
Mounting adapter (pre-installed) ................................................................... 2
• Optional products
Rechargeable battery: IR-200BT-2 (containing 2 pieces)
*1 Using the mounting adapter allows one each of the IR-200M and IR-300M to be charged in combination.
*2 Height is 109.5 mm (4.31") when the mounting adapter is installed.
*3 Not supplied with the IR-200BC KR. For the usable power supply cord and AC adapter, contact your
nearest TOA dealer.
Traceability Information for Europe (EMC directive 2004/108/EC)
Manufacturer:
TOA Corporation
7-2-1, Minatojima Nakamachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo,
Japan
Authorized representative:
TOA Electronics Europe GmbH
Suederstrasse 282, 20537 Hamburg,
Germany
133-07-272-70
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