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Video Introduction
XDV Series Resources
Manuals
XD-V30 Digital Wireless System (Rev B) – English
XD-V30L Digital Wireless System Manual
XD-V70 Wireless Receiver User Manual
THH12 Handheld Transmitter for XDV70 User Manual
Line 6 Digital Wireless Whitepaper
What You Get In The Box?
Line 6 Wireless (XDV-70 & XDV-30)
Many of my clients have been pulling their hair out over the wireless frequency spectrum reallocation that the FCC has recently just pushed through. It’s been pretty tedious these last few years trying to figure out what was going to happen, but the dust seems to be settling for now.
The problem? ”For Now” is truly the operative word in that sentence. You can bet that the FCC will be forced to take a look at the remaining frequency space before too long as the airwaves become saturated with wireless information for all kinds of digital devices that are being cooked up right now.
The XDV70 and XDV30 Systems
Although this may be a bad situation for people who use wireless microphones for sound reinforcement, or video and audio recording we have to understand that we are in the minority on this. What companies were involved in purchasing the space? You may have heard of them…Google, Hewlett-Packard, Microsoft, AT&T, Verizon and even more.
I love it when we can turn a bad situation into a win/win situation for everyone involved and luckily, that’s exactly what Line 6 has done. They purchased a company called X2 Digital a few years back. At the time, they were primarily known for their guitar and bass instrument wireless.
They were known for instrument wireless because in a digital system you don’t have any companding whatsoever. That means that the signal going in doesn’t have to be compressed or squeezed to fit in a certain frequency spectrum. In English, that means that your wireless microphone can now function like the microphone you plug directly into your board or preamp.
Wireless Handheld Microphone Display on XDV70
The Line 6 system will also feature Microphone Modeling. Line 6 has always been known for their ability to model microphones, preamps, and guitar products, but now they’re incorporating it into their wireless system. They knocked it right out of the park too. It did an excellent job at modeling an SM58, Shure Beta microphone, Audix, Sennheiser, and Electro-Voice microphone.
The best part of all of this information is that you’ll be able to use 12 of these systems at one time anywhere in the world. This is because the system operates in a “Global Band” if you will @ 2.4Ghz. The fact that this works on the 2.4Ghz band is going to keep you same from future FCC rulings so if you’re a school or a church that can’t afford to shell out $10,000 on a wireless system every 5 years then this is a big deal.
Wireless Handheld Microphone Display on XDV70
FAQ
What’s so great about XD-V digital wireless microphones systems?
XD-V digital wireless microphone systems offer unmatched wireless performance, simplicity and sound on every stage around the world.
Set up in seconds flat…
All channels work all the time, on every stage around the world
2.4GHz broadcast avoids interference from high-powered sources
Unmatched sound.
State-of-the-art Line 6 microphone modeling (XD-V30 and XD-V70 only)
10Hz – 20kHz frequency response
Up to >120 dB dynamic range
24-bit conversion
No compander
What’s microphone modeling?
A microphone model is a digital reproduction of the sonic characteristics of a specific microphone. Line 6 is the recognized world leader in digital modeling technology. Our patented modeling technology is often imitated, never duplicated.
Tell me about XD-V70 and XD-V30′s microphone models.
XD-V70 features 7 mic models. 6 of them are inspired by the sounds of many of the world’s most popular live-sound mics. Our own L6-DC7 mic model is the culmination of all the other mic models – it combines all their best characteristics. The models are based on*:
Shure® SM58®
Shure® Beta 58A
Sennheiser® e 835
Audio-Technica® AE4100
Audix® OM5
Electro-Voice® N/D767
XD-V30 features one mic model, inspired by* Shure® SM58®.
What’s the battery life of XD-V digital wireless systems?
Each XD-V digital wireless system delivers up to 8 hours of continuous usage from two AA alkaline batteries (included).
What are the polar patterns of XD-V handheld microphones?
XD-V30 and XD-V70 feature cardioid polar patterns, which are recommended for vocal applications. They feature excellent rejection of unwanted ambient noise.
Why is it better to broadcast in the 2.4GHz band?
There are a lot of reasons. For example, the 2.4GHz band is immune to interference caused by high-powered sources like TV stations, public safety broadcasts, and cell phone towers. Analog wireless systems are susceptible to this aggressive interference, even at distances of over 150 miles away from the high-powered transmitter. Since XD-V channels are not susceptible to interference from high-powered sources, the same channels can be used in any geo-location.
WiFi networks operate in the 2.4GHz band. Will that be a problem?
No. No. WiFi transmissions will never appear in your audio signal. The digital wireless systems know not to “listen” to WiFi information. Think of it like this: When you’re on the 2.4GHz WiFi network at your local coffee shop, do you receive other peoples’ emails? Each person receives data that’s encoded and intended for them. This is because digital devices ignore information they don’t recognize.
Are XD-V digital wireless systems road worthy?
Yes. Each system features rugged enclosures, can be operated license-free around the world, and provides channels that are always available.
XD-V30
6 channels always available
Polycarbonate transmitter body
Polycarbonate desktop receiver chassis
Internal antennas
XD-V30L
6 channels always available
Polycarbonate beltpack transmitter
Polycarbonate desktop receiver chassis
Internal antennas
XD-V70
12 channels always available
Metal transmitter body, polycarbonate antenna cover
Metal 1/2U receiver chassis
Internal transmitter antennas
Built-in loop-through antenna distribution system
XD-V70L
12 channels always available
Metal beltpack transmitter
Metal 1/2U receiver chassis
Internal transmitter antennas
Built-in loop-through antenna distribution system
Why only 6 or 12 channels? Analog wireless systems can offer thousands!
Because “channel count” and “available frequencies” aren’t the same thing. XD-V digital wireless systems can be relied on to offer ALL their channels all the time, anywhere in the world. Just power up, pick a channel, and go. Analog wireless systems may claim to have thousands of available frequencies but good luck getting more than a handful to operate together. You’ll need the help of a professional RF wrangler, a ton of expensive equipment, and a lot of luck.
Are all digital wireless systems the same?
Not all digital wireless systems are created equal.
Some digital wireless systems still use companders, which results in reduced dynamic range. (Systems with lower dynamic range require users to adjust pads and gain.)
What about latency?
What about it? XD-V digital wireless systems have extremely low latency (about <4 ms), which is about the time it takes for sound to travel 4 feet.
What’s included in the box?
XD-V30 includes a microphone transmitter with cardioid capsule, desktop receiver, two AA batteries, and protective case.
XD-V30L includes a lavalier microphone with tie clip and windscreen, beltpack transmitter, desktop receiver, two AA batteries, and protective case.
XD-V70 includes a microphone transmitter with cardioid capsule, protective microphone storage case, mic stand clip, 1/2U receiver, rack hardware, antennas, antenna front-mount kit and accessories, and two AA batteries.
XD-V70L includes a lavalier microphone with tie clip and windscreen, beltpack transmitter with protective storage case, 1/2U receiver, rack hardware, antennas, antenna front-mount kit and accessories, and two AA batteries.
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