How To: Wireless Mics/IEM's Dropping Out

This is a brief overview of how to properly place and set up paddles and helical antennas for wireless systems. Non-permanent campuses will use this the most but this also can apply to special events where other wireless gear is in play. Some issues this might help solve are RF dropouts or static coming through in-ears or mic channels.

Part 1 - Place the Helical

Part 2 - Place the Paddles

Part 1 - Place the Helical

Your campus will have one of helicals pictured below
The helical should be placed as close to the stage as possible on a mic stand set to approximately 6' high

Part 2 - Place the paddles

Your campus will have one of the paddles pictured below
The paddles should be located at least 3 feet behind the helical
The desired distance between paddles is at least 3 feet on a mic stand set to approximately 6' high

Below is a diagram to help with the placement: