Wireless audio problem??? at DVinfo.net

Scott Gold · August 4th, 2003, 08:30 AM

I bought the SAMSON ME32 wireless lav system last week and used it on the beach this weekend. I was setup no more that 20 feet away from my subject. The actor was demonstrating different surfing techniques and when he would lay down or just move in different directions the audio would drop all together or crackle and pop. My receiver was attached to my camera (GL2) and the transmitter on his belt.

Why was the audio dropping out at just 20 feet? I had nothing in between us and this system is spec'd out at 300' clean line of sight, no obstructions.

Other than that the audio was outstanding for the conditions.

Any suggestions?

Thanks,

Scott

Marty Wein · August 4th, 2003, 05:54 PM

Scott, It sounds like you got a defective unit. I would exchange for another one, or call samson tech support.

Nathan Gifford · August 4th, 2003, 09:20 PM

Are you sure it was dropping out? If the talent turned could he have turn away from the mic and the mic was only picking up the sound of the clothing? Also check batteries and all the connections.

Scott Gold · August 4th, 2003, 10:25 PM

As for the mic I know it's omnidirectional and was picking up great. It was really cutting out with no audio what so ever.

Thanks for posting,

Scott

Nathan Gifford · August 5th, 2003, 05:06 AM

Gear sounds sick then. Be sure to get an estimate on repair. If the price is too high just get another system.

August 4th, 2003, 08:30 AM	#1
Scott Gold Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Irvine, CA Posts: 194	Wireless audio problem??? I bought the SAMSON ME32 wireless lav system last week and used it on the beach this weekend. I was setup no more that 20 feet away from my subject. The actor was demonstrating different surfing techniques and when he would lay down or just move in different directions the audio would drop all together or crackle and pop. My receiver was attached to my camera (GL2) and the transmitter on his belt. Why was the audio dropping out at just 20 feet? I had nothing in between us and this system is spec'd out at 300' clean line of sight, no obstructions. Other than that the audio was outstanding for the conditions. Any suggestions? Thanks, Scott

August 4th, 2003, 09:20 PM	#3
Nathan Gifford Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Tickfaw, LA Posts: 1,217	Are you sure it was dropping out? If the talent turned could he have turn away from the mic and the mic was only picking up the sound of the clothing? Also check batteries and all the connections. __________________ Nathan Gifford Southern Cyclist Magazine & Productions For quick answers try our Search! To see me and Rob Lohman click here

August 4th, 2003, 10:25 PM	#4
Scott Gold Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Irvine, CA Posts: 194	New battery, connections perfect. As for the mic I know it's omnidirectional and was picking up great. It was really cutting out with no audio what so ever. Thanks for posting, Scott

August 5th, 2003, 05:06 AM	#5
Nathan Gifford Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Tickfaw, LA Posts: 1,217	Gear sounds sick then. Be sure to get an estimate on repair. If the price is too high just get another system. __________________ Nathan Gifford Southern Cyclist Magazine & Productions For quick answers try our Search! To see me and Rob Lohman click here

August 4th, 2003, 05:54 PM	#2
Marty Wein Major Player Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 229	Scott, It sounds like you got a defective unit. I would exchange for another one, or call samson tech support.