Professional Connection System. Quick Start Guide. Professional Connection System

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Quick Start Guide

Professional Connection System

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Quick Start Guide

PCS-Boom Connector (RYC185801)

PCS-Organizer (RYC185800)

PCS-Lite 3/8” (RYC185802)

PCS-Lite 5/8” (RYC185812)

PCS-Spigot (RYC185803)

PCS-Utility (RYC185804)

PCS-Utility Half Coupler Kit Small (RYC185809)

PCS-Utility Half Coupler Kit Large (RYC185810)

Thank you for choosing the Rycote Professional Connection System (PCS)!

This guide provides you with the basics to get you started.

For more information go to:

www.rycote.com

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Overview

The Professional Connection System (PCS) is the ingenious quick attach and release system by Rycote.

Depending on which PCS connector you have simply attach the connector to the suitable accessory or surface (3/8” / 5/8”

/ Spigot / flat surface). Affix the included male tip (3/8” or 5/8”) to your desired accessory with the compatible thread/fit.

Intuitive, one-handed ‘click-in’ attachment

and release mechanism, provides fast

and incredibly easy operation and a

rock-solid, noise-free connection in use.

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In the Box

1. PCS-Boom Connector collar 2. Grey outler collar

3. 3/8” Tip with Hytrel® washer 4. Hex/Allen Key

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PCS-Boom

PCS-Boom Connector (RYC185801)

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In the Box

1. PCS-Organizer quick release collar 2. ‘Dual-lock’ ring

3. Flat surface mounting base 4. 3/8” Tip with Hytrel® washer 5. 2 x pair of steel washers

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PCS-Boom

PCS-Boom Connector (RYC185801)

PCS-Organizer

PCS-Organizer (RYC185800)

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In the Box

1. PCS-Lite quick release collar 2. PCS-Lite female 5/8” thread

(3/8” adaptor included only with RYC185802).

3. 3/8” Tip (inc. with RYC185802 only) 4. 5/8” Tip (inc. with RYC185812 only)

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PCS-Lite 3/8” - PCS-Lite 5/8”

PCS-Lite 3/8” (RYC185802)

PCS-Lite 5/8” (RYC185812)

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In the Box

1. PCS-Lite quick release collar 2. PCS-Lite female 5/8” thread

(3/8” adaptor included only with RYC185802).

3. 3/8” Tip (inc. with RYC185802 only) 4. 5/8” Tip (inc. with RYC185812 only)

1. PCS-Spigot quick release collar 2. 5/8” (16mm) spigot connector 3. Hex/Allen key

4. 3/8” Tip with Hytrel® washer 2

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PCS-Lite 3/8” - PCS-Lite 5/8”

PCS-Lite 3/8” (RYC185802)

PCS-Lite 5/8” (RYC185812)

PCS-Spigot

PCS-Spigot (RYC185803)

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In the Box

1. PCS-Utility quick release collar 2. 3/8” female connector 3. Hex/Allen key

4. 3/8” Tip with Hytrel® washer 2

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PCS-Utility

PCS-Utility (RYC185804)

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1. PCS-Utility quick release collar 2. 3/8” female connector 3. Hex/Allen key

4. 3/8” Tip with Hytrel® washer

PCS-Utility

PCS-Utility (RYC185804)

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Attaching the PCS Connector:

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Screw the PCS-Boom Connector on to the male 3/8” thread of the boom pole, in a clockwise rotation/

direction - to the desired position.

PCS-Boom Connector

Quick Start Guide

PCS-Boom Connector

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To tighten connection, use a screw driver (not supplied), and insert this through the circular hole in the tip, as shown.

Turn clockwise to tighten firmly (do not over-tighten).

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Screw the PCS ‘tip’ into the female 3/8” thread of your windshield, shock mount, or other accessory that you would like to use with your PCS-Boom Connector.

To attach the two components, simply line up the tip with the Connector and push the tip in to lock it.

You will hear a ‘click’ as it locks together!

Use the included hex/Allen key to tighten the two small locking screws on the PCS-Boom Connector. This will lock it on to the 3/8” boom pole thread, without damaging it.

To release, pull down the grey outer collar on the PCS-Boom Connector, as shown.

Quick Start Guide

PCS-Boom Connector (185801)

Thank you for choosing the Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!

This guide provides you with the basics to get you started.

Full details about this product are available on our website: rycote.com/microphone-windshield- shock-mount/pcs-boom-range/

Optional attachments

The following attachments are available for the PCS-Boom Connector:

• Pair of 3/8” Tips for PCS-Boom Connector (185805)

• Classic Adaptor for PCS-Boom Connector (185807)

• Cyclone Adaptor for PCS-Boom Connector (185808)

1 PCS-Boom Connector, PCS-Lite and PCS-Utility – connect to a male 3/8” thread in a clockwise rotation.

PCS-Spigot – connect to a 5/8”

(16mm) male spigot and use the includ- ed hex key to fully secure connection as shown above.

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PCS-Boom Connector

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Thank you for choosing the Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!

This guide provides you with the basics to get you started.

Optional attachments

PCS-Boom Connector & PCS-Utility Use included hex key to tighten the two small locking screws on the connector, providing a extra secure connection.

PCS-Organizer – connect to a flat surface, using washers (included) and suit- able screws (not included). When mounting vertically always position so that screws are aligned one above another, as shown above.

WARNING: Mounting screws are not included. Always use washers included.

Do NOT use countersunk screws.

Recommended screw size: M4 15mm

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Attaching PCS Tip:

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PCS-Boom Connector

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Thank you for choosing the Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!

This guide provides you with the basics to get you started.

Optional attachments

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PCS-Boom Connector

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Thank you for choosing the Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!

This guide provides you with the basics to get you started.

Optional attachments

2 1. Screw the PCS ‘tip’ into the female

* 3/8” thread of your windshield, shock mount, stand, arm or other accessory.

* For PCS-Lite 5/8” – screw ‘tip’ into an accessory with a 5/8” thread.

2. To tighten connection, use a screw

driver (not included), and insert this

through the circular hole in the tip, as

shown. Turn clockwise to tighten firmly

(do not over-tighten).

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Connection and lock:

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To attach the two components, simply line up the tip with the Connector and push the tip in to lock it. You will hear a

“click” as it locks toghether!

PCS-Organizer – to engage the

‘accidental release’ Dual-Lock after the

‘tip has been inserted, turn the locking ring anti-clockwise, until you hear a

‘click’.

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Quick Release:

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PCS-Boom Connector

Quick Start Guide

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Thank you for choosing the Rycote PCS-Boom Connector!

This guide provides you with the basics to get you started.

Optional attachments

4 PCS-Boom Connector and PCS-Lite – to release, pull down on the PCS collar, as shown.

PCS-Spigot and PCS-Utility – to release, twist knurled collar anti-clock- wise and pull down in one movement, as shown.

PCS-Organizer – to release, twist the

‘dual-lock’ locking ring clockwise until

your hear a ‘click’. Then pull down on

the PCS collar.

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Care of your PCS-Quick Release

• Always store the PCS-Quick Release for longer periods of time without a tip attached.

• If the PCS is locked without the tip inserted, pull back the collar and push the tip in as usual.

• Always keep the PCS dry and clean.

• Clean PCS with compressed air or distilled water only.

• Do not open the PCS-Quick Release itself.

The warranty becomes void if the PCS has been opened.

• When working close to the sea, a small drop of silicon grease on the tip of the thread of the two locking screws can help prevent the natural process of galvanic corrosion between the aluminium base and the steel screws.

• If working near to the sea, at the end of each

working day it is recommended to clean the

PCS, together with the rest of your mechanical

equipment, with plenty of distilled water.

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• PCS is tested to withstand the equivalent wear of 10+ years of normal use. However, the mechanism relies heavily on the PCS tip being in good condition/order. If your PCS doesn’t work as smoothly as it should, please check the condition of the tip, and replace it if required.

IMPORTANT:

PCS-Boom Connector (RYC185801) PCS-Spigot (RYC185803)

PCS-Utility (RYC185804)

PCS-Utility Half Coupler Kit Small (RYC185809) PCS-Utility Half Coupler Kit Large (RYC185810)

• Tested operating temperature - 20°C to +70°C

• Max load 10kg (in fixed position).

PCS-Organizer (RYC185800) PCS-Lite 3/8” (RYC185802) PCS-Lite 5/8” (RYC185812)

• Tested operating temperature - 10°C to +50°C

• Max load 1kg (in fixed position).

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Rycote Microphone Windshields Ltd Libby’s Drive, Slad Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 1RN, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1453 759338

Email: [email protected] www.rycote.com

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