Lectrosonics DCR822 Compact Dual-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver (B1/C1: 537 to 691 MHz, Export Markets)

The successor to the esteemed UCR411a, the Lectrosonics DCR822 is a compact, dual-channel digital wireless receiver that offers twice the channels in the same physical size. It offers a host of versatile, field-proven features for use in portable bag systems and on sound carts. The receiver is compatible with mono transmitters from the D-Squared line (DBu, DHu, DPR) and is also capable of decoding signals from the company’s stereo transmitters like the DCHT and M2R. The unit is backward-compatible with Digital Hybrid wireless transmitters.

The DCR822 features Vector Diversity technology (an advanced type of True Diversity), two front ends per audio channels, a wide 155 MHz frequency band, 24-bit/48 kHz resolution, and a rugged machined aluminum housing to withstand the rigors of field production. It is ideal for mobile production sound, sports video, reality TV, and anywhere a wireless system must provide mission-critical RF reliability and audio quality, despite the challenges of shrinking spectrum and high noise floor.

A bright OLED screen and a user-friendly interface with intuitive selection buttons help make the DCR822 easy to see and operate on set. Setup is easy with the onboard RF spectrum analyzer and SmartTune functions that quickly find a clean, interference-free operation frequency. Settings are sent from the receiver to the transmitter via IR, at the press of a button. The AES 256-CTR encryption with four types of key policies ensures your transmissions are safe from prying ears.

Two TA3M audio output jacks can be independently configured as mic-/line-level analog outputs or as two-channel AES3 digital outputs. A variety of output cables are available separately, each to accommodate your mixer’s type of inputs.

Providing another helpful addition, the onboard SDHC recorder is capable of recording .WAV (BWF) files while the transmitter is sending wireless signal, making it a truly useful backup option.

The DCR822 operates up to 6 hours on four AA batteries. The unit can also be powered using the DCR12/A5U universal DC power supply (available separately). Removable AMJ jointed antennas, a micro-SD card, and a zippered case are also supplied.