How Wireless Microphone Systems Work
How Wireless Microphone Systems Work As sound quality and reliability have increased and cost has decreased, wireless microphone systems have become very popular. They have thrived for one important reason: eliminating the microphone cable connection frees you to walk across the stage, among the audience, (and, sometimes, out the door). This gives the presenter greater mobility, flexibility, and — with the wireless, hands-free models — the ability to talk with your hands! So what is a Wireless Microphone System? A wireless microphone system is usually made up of three components: Microphone (either handheld or handsfree), Transmitter, and Wireless receiver. In the case of a handheld microphone, the transmitter is built into the microphone itself. For the handsfree microphone, a short cable connects it to a body pack transmitter. This unit usually looks like a transistor radio and has a clip for attaching to a pocket or belt. This configuration is used for a number of handsfree micro