Should 2nd Sony UWP unit be on a different channel?
 

I have a Sony UWP unit but have just bought another to offer a few more audio options. . . . I'm filming mainly weddings. My supplier wanted to know the Channel number(66/67) of my unit when I ordered the new one because he said the new one should be on a different frequency to avoid problems. I presumed that meant obtaining the 62 channel unit but the new one that arrived today is on the same channels as the old(66/67). When I queried the supplier about it he said "no problem, simply select another frequency in the same band area".

I can see how that would work but wouldn't the better solution be to have both units on different channels as I(and he) originally envisaged?

Mark

I'd say you got the right channel group.

Here's why -
* there are 24 frequencies in your group with good channel spacing, more like 80 frequencies total. Your new system should have come with a freq chart with suggested spacing, or PM me for a copy. Meaning, you have plenty of freqs to choose that won't interfere with each other.

* if you ever have an equipment failure, the rest of your gear still works together. If you ever have application for 1 transmitter 2 receivers on the same freq your gear works together.

* if you need a hand-mike or a plug-on transmitter, whatever you buy will work with both receivers.

etc.

I regularly shoot 2-camera interviews with one person miced and put receivers on both cameras. Very handy in post!