Here at TOA Canada, we recognize that technology can be fickle at the best of times. Drafted up by our Canadian Technical support team, this guide identifies four main causes of microphone cutouts, and offers practical tips to quickly identify and resolve issues with the 5000 Series UHF Microphones. Whether it's a battery problem, interference, or hardware damage, this guide can help you get your system back on:

1. Battery Issues (Most Common)
   Fresh, brand-name batteries are crucial. Rechargeables or old batteries can cause the audio to drop unexpectedly. It's also important to clean battery contacts to ensure consistent power delivery.

2. RF Interference
   Signal drops in specific areas may point to new sources of wireless interference like routers or LED walls. Changing the frequency/channel and repositioning the mic and receiver can help reduce interference.

3. Mic or Antenna Damage
   Physical damage or a loose antenna from handling or drops can result in audio problems. A simple wiggle test of the mic or antenna can help identify physical faults.

4. Receiver or Cable Faults
   Problems may also stem from bad output cables or faulty receiver ports. Watching the RF and AF indicators while testing can reveal whether the receiver is registering the mic signal properly.

Quick Fix Checklist:

• Replace with new batteries

• Switch frequencies

• Swap components to isolate the issue

• Monitor RF/AF indicators for signal consistency

For the full guide or technical assistance, please see the full PDF below:
5000 Series UHF Microphone Tech Tips