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- Page 1 G4 100 series Instruction Manual Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany, www.sennheiser.com ew 100 G4 - v1.1...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Color labeling set 17 Microphone clamp 17 The frequency bank system 18 Installing and starting up ew 100 G4 series devices Installing the EM 100 G4 20 Connectors on the rear of the device 20 Product overview for the rear side of the... - Page 3 Mounting a single antenna splitter in a rack 46 Mounting two antenna splitters side by side in a rack Using ew 100 G4 series devices 49 Using the EM 100 G4 51 Operating elements on the front of the device 51...
- Page 4 Frequency Preset menu item 68 Name menu item 69 AF Out menu item 70 Equalizer menu item 71 Auto Lock menu item 72 Advanced menu item 73 Advanced -> Tune menu item 74 Only adjusting the frequency 74 Setting the channel and frequency 74 Advanced ->...
- Page 5 Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) 96 Deactivating the RF signal with the switch 96 MUTE Deactivating the RF signal with the button 97 ON/OFF Lock-off function 98 Displays on the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter display panel 99 Select a standard display 100 Buttons for navigating the SK 100 G4 menu 101 Navigating through the menu 101 Making changes in a menu item 101...
- Page 6 AF characteristics 120 Overall device 121 ASA 214 122 Specifications 122 Block diagram 123 Pin assignment 124 3.5 mm stereo jack plug 124 3.5 mm mic jack plug 124 3.5 mm line jack plug 124 6.3 mm stereo jack plug, balanced (audio in/loop out) 6.3 mm mono jack plug, unbalanced 125 6.3 mm stereo jack plug for headphone jack 125 XLR-3 plug, balanced 125...
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Page 7: Overview
You can find information about the individual products in the ew 100 G4 se- ries under “ew 100 G4 series products”. For information about the available accessories, see “Accessories”. You can find information about the ew 100 G4 series frequency bank sys- tem under “The frequency bank system”. -
Page 8: Ew 100 G4 Series Products
You can find technical specifications about the individual products un- der “Specifications”. • You can find information about installing the products under “Installing and starting up ew 100 G4 series devices”. • You can find information about operating the products under “Using ew 100 G4 series devices”. -
Page 9: Em 100 G4 Rack Receiver
EM 100 G4 rack receiver ► You can find more detailed information about the EM 100 G4 in the follow- ing sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the EM 100 G4” • Operation: “Using the EM 100 G4” • Technical Data: “EM 100 G4”... -
Page 10: Skm 100 G4 Handheld Transmitter
SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter ► SKM 100 G4 variant: ► SKM 100 G4-S variant: ► The SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter is also available in the SKM 100 G4- S variant with an integrated mute switch. You can find more detailed information about the SKM 100 G4 in the follow- ing sections: •... -
Page 11: Sk 100 G4 Bodypack Transmitter
SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter ► You can find more detailed information about the SK 100 G4 in the follow- ing sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the SK 100 G4” • Operation: “Using the SK 100 G4” • Technical Data: “SK 100 G4”... -
Page 12: Accessories
Accessories Accessories A variety of accessories are available for the ew 100 G4 series. Microphones and cables Microphone modules We recommend using the following microphone modules with the SKM 100 G4 and SKM 100 G4-S handheld transmitters. ► Module Features... -
Page 13: Headset And Lavalier Microphones
506904 rectional, silver You can find more information about the individual microphones on their respective product pages at www.sennheiser.com. Line/instrument cables The following cables are available to connect instruments and line sources to the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter: •... -
Page 14: Rechargeable Battery And Charger
Accessories Rechargeable battery and charger BA 2015 rechargeable battery The BA 2015 rechargeable battery is designed for use with evolution wire- less G4 series handheld transmitters, bodypack transmitters and bodypack receivers. Article no. 009950 ► L 2015 charger The BA 2015 rechargeable battery can be charged in the L 2015 charger on its own or inside of the bodypack transmitter/bodypack receiver. -
Page 15: La 2 Charging Adapter
Accessories LA 2 charging adapter Charging adapter for L 2015 charger for charging SKM G4 handheld trans- mitters with installed BA 2015 rechargeable battery. Article no. 503162 ►... -
Page 16: Accessories For Rack Mounting
Accessories Accessories for rack mounting GA 3 rack mount kit 19” rack adapter for mounting the EM 100 G4, EM 300-500 G4 or SR IEM G4 in a 19” rack. Article no. 503167 ► AM 2 antenna front mounting kit Antenna front mounting kit for installing antenna connections on the front of the rack when using the EM 100 G4, EM 300-500 G4 or SR IEM G4 to- gether with the GA 3 rack mounting kit. -
Page 17: Antennas And Accessories
Accessories Antennas and accessories The following antenna components are available as accessory parts. Omni-directional antennas • A 1031-U, passive omni-directional antenna, article no. 004645 Directional antennas • A 2003 UHF, passive directional antenna, article no. 003658 • AD 1800, passive directional antenna, 1.8 GHz range, article no. 504916 Antenna splitter ►... -
Page 18: Additional Accessories
Accessories Additional accessories Color labeling set • KEN 2, color labeling set for SKM handheld transmitters, article no. 530195 ► Microphone clamp • MZQ 1, microphone clamp for SKM handheld transmitters, article no. 076670 ►... -
Page 19: The Frequency Bank System
The frequency bank system The frequency bank system There are different frequency ranges in the UHF band available for trans- mission. The following frequency ranges are available for the ew 100 G4 series: • A1 range: 470 – 516 MHz •... -
Page 20: Installing And Starting Up Ew 100 G4 Series Devices
INSTALLATION Installing and starting up ew 100 G4 se- ries devices You can find information about installing and connecting ew 100 G4 series devices in the following sections. • EM 100 G4 rack receiver >> “Installing the EM 100 G4”... -
Page 21: Installing The Em 100 G4
Installing the EM 100 G4 Installing the EM 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the EM 100 G4. You can find information about operating the EM 100 G4 under “Using the EM 100 G4”. Connectors on the rear of the device Product overview for the rear side of the EM 100 G4... -
Page 22: Connecting/Disconnecting The Em 100 G4 To/From The Power Supply System
Installing the EM 100 G4 Connecting/disconnecting the EM 100 G4 to/from the power supply system Only use the supplied power supply unit. It is designed for your receiver and ensures safe operation. To connect the EM 100 G4 to the power supply system: Insert the plug of the power supply unit into the DC IN socket of the re- ▷... -
Page 23: Creating A Data Network
Installing the EM 100 G4 Creating a data network You can cascade multiple EM 100 G4s to a multi-channel system using the two DATA RJ-10 interfaces (up to 12 receivers). You can perform a frequen- cy setup for the entire multi-channel system via this data network using the Easy Setup function. -
Page 24: Setting Up A Multi-Channel System With More Than
Installing the EM 100 G4 Setting up a multi-channel system with more than 12 receivers You can use the Easy Setup function to automatically set up a maximum of 12 receivers. If you assign the frequencies manually, however, you can use up to 20 re- ceivers in a multi-channel system (not possible in the JB, K+ and 1G8 fre- quency ranges). -
Page 25: Outputting Audio Signals
Installing the EM 100 G4 Outputting audio signals The EM 100 G4 has a balanced XLR-3M output socket and an unbalanced 6.3 mm jack output socket. Always use only one of the two AF OUT output sockets for each chan- ▷... -
Page 26: Connecting Antennas
Installing the EM 100 G4 Connecting antennas To connect the supplied rod antennas: ▷ Connect the first rod antenna to the ANT I socket on the rear side of the EM 100 G4. Connect the second rod antenna to the ANT II socket on the rear side ▷... -
Page 27: Installing The Em 100 G4 In A Rack
Installing the EM 100 G4 Installing the EM 100 G4 in a rack CAUTION Rack mounting poses risks When installing the device in a closed or multi-rack assembly, please con- sider that, during operation, the ambient temperature, the mechanical loading and the electrical potentials will be different from those of devices which are not mounted into a rack. -
Page 28: Mounting A Single Receiver In A Rack
Installing the EM 100 G4 Mounting a single receiver in a rack To mount the receiver in a rack, you will need the GA 3 rack mounting kit (optional accessory). To fasten the mounting angle of the GA 3 rack mounting kit: Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws (M4x8) on each ▷... -
Page 29: Mounting Two Receivers Side By Side In A Rack
Installing the EM 100 G4 Mounting two receivers side by side in a rack When you mount two receivers side by side, it is only possible to front mount antennas when you use the ASA 214 antenna splitter in com- bination with the AM 2 front mounting kit and an additional GA 3 rack mounting kit, To mount the receiver using the GA 3 rack mounting kit (optional accesso-... -
Page 30: Installing The Skm 100 G4
Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the wireless microphone either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery. ▷ Screw the rear part of the wireless microphone in the direction of the arrow (counter-clockwise) off of the handle of the wireless microphone. -
Page 31: Battery Status
Installing the SKM 100 G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►... -
Page 32: Replacing The Microphone Module
Installing the SKM 100 G4 Replacing the microphone module You can find a list of the recommended microphone modules for the hand- held transmitter under “Microphones and cables”. To change the microphone module: Unscrew the microphone module. ▷ ▷ Screw the desired microphone module on. ►... -
Page 33: Changing The Colored Ring
Installing the SKM 100 G4 Changing the colored ring To change the colored ring: ▷ Pull the colored ring off as shown in the diagram. ► Attached a colored ring in the color you want as shown in the diagram. ▷... -
Page 34: Installing The Sk 100 G4
Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the bodypack transmitter either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery. ▷ Press the two catches and open the battery compartment cover. Insert the batteries or the rechargeable battery as shown below. Please ▷... -
Page 35: Battery Status
Installing the SK 100 G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►... -
Page 36: Connecting A Microphone To The Sk 100 G4
Installing the SK 100 G4 Connecting a microphone to the SK 100 G4 You can find a list of recommended Lavalier and headset microphones for the bodypack transmitter under “Microphones and cables”. To connect a microphone to the bodypack transmitter: Insert the cable’s 3.5 mm jack plug into the MIC/LINE socket on the ▷... -
Page 37: Connecting An Instrument Or Line Source To The Sk 100 G4
To do this, you will need the Ci 1-N (6.3 mm jack plug on a lockable 3.5 mm jack plug) or CL 2 (XLR-3F plug on lockable 3.5 mm jack plug) Sennheiser cables. To connect an instrument or line source to bodypack transmitter: ▷... -
Page 38: Attaching The Bodypack Transmitter To Clothing
Installing the SK 100 G4 Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing You can use the belt clip to attach the bodypack transmitter to your waist- band or on a guitar strap. The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the bodypack trans- mitter with the antenna pointing downwards. -
Page 39: Installing The Asa 214
Installing the ASA 214 Installing the ASA 214 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the ASA 214. You can find information about operating the ASA 214 under “Using the ASA 214”. Connectors on the rear of the device Product overview for the rear side of the ASA 214 ►... -
Page 40: Connecting/Disconnecting The Asa 214 To/From The Power Supply System
Installing the ASA 214 4 BNC sockets A1 to A4 • RF outputs of diversity branch A for connection to the receiver • Every one of these RF outputs can also provide voltage to a receiver. • See “Connecting receivers to the ASA 214” Strain relief for the cable of the power supply unit •... -
Page 41: Connecting Receivers To The Asa 214
Connecting receivers to the ASA 214 You can connect and operate up to four stationary receivers to the ASA 214. Sennheiser receivers of the ew G4 and ew G3 series can also be supplied with power from the ASA 214. The following receivers are compatible: evolution wireless G4: •... -
Page 42: Connecting Antennas
Installing the ASA 214 Connecting antennas For more information about antennas and antenna accessories, see “Antennas and accessories”. In order to ensure optimal reception even in the case of poor recep- tion conditions, we recommend using remote antennas. Connecting remote antennas ▷... -
Page 43: Information On Antenna Amplifiers And Cable Lengths
Installing the ASA 214 Information on antenna amplifiers and cable lengths The following table shows which cable lengths require the use of the AB 3 antenna amplifier as well as the maximum recommended cable lengths. -
Page 44: Configuring Multi-Channel Systems
Installing the ASA 214 Configuring multi-channel systems The following options for connecting multi-channel systems are possible: Option 1: Two antennas supply a 4-channel system... -
Page 45: Option 2: Two 4-Channel Systems Are Interconnected
Installing the ASA 214 Option 2: Two 4-channel systems are interconnected Option 3: Two antennas supply a 8-channel system... -
Page 46: Installing The Asa 214 In A Rack
Installing the ASA 214 Installing the ASA 214 in a rack CAUTION Rack mounting poses risks When installing the device in a closed or multi-rack assembly, please con- sider that, during operation, the ambient temperature, the mechanical loading and the electrical potentials will be different from those of devices which are not mounted into a rack. -
Page 47: Mounting A Single Antenna Splitter In A Rack
Installing the ASA 214 Mounting a single antenna splitter in a rack To mount the antenna splitter in a rack, you will need the GA 3 rack mount- ing kit (optional accessory). To fasten the mounting angle of the GA 3 rack mounting kit: Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws (M4x8) on each ▷... - Page 48 Installing the ASA 214 ▷ Attach the antennas. You have the following options: • Connect the supplied rod antennas on the rear side of the antenna splitter. In this case, cover the antenna holes with the two covers (left diagram). •...
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Page 49: Mounting Two Antenna Splitters Side By Side In A Rack
Installing the ASA 214 Mounting two antenna splitters side by side in a rack To mount the antenna splitters using the GA 3 rack mounting kit (optional accessory): Place both antenna splitters upside down and side by side on an even ▷... -
Page 50: Using Ew 100 G4 Series Devices
Using ew 100 G4 series devices OPERATION Using ew 100 G4 series devices You can find information about using ew 100 G4 series devices in the fol- lowing sections. • EM 100 G4 rack receiver >> “Using the EM 100 G4”... - Page 51 Using ew 100 G4 series devices In the sections below, you can find important information about specific use cases. • Establishing a radio link between the transmitter and receiver >> “Es- tablishing a radio link” • Synchronizing the receiver settings to the transmitter >> “Synchroniz- ing devices”...
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Page 52: Using The Em 100 G4
Using the EM 100 G4 Using the EM 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the EM 100 G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the EM 100 G4 un- der “Installing the EM 100 G4”. Operating elements on the front of the device Product overview for the front of the EM 100 G4... -
Page 53: Switching The Em 100 G4 On And Off
Using the EM 100 G4 Switching the EM 100 G4 on and off To switch the receiver on: ▷ Short-press the STANDBY button. The receiver switches on and the Receiver Parameters standard dis- play appears. ► To switch the receiver to standby mode: ▷... -
Page 54: Muting The Audio Output
Using the EM 100 G4 Muting the audio output mute the audio signal of the receiver: ▷ Short-press the STANDBY button in one of the standard displays. RX Mute On? display appears. ▷ Press the SET button. The audio signal is muted. cancel the muting: ▷... -
Page 55: Lock-Off Function
Using the EM 100 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Auto Lock menu item”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the receiver off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷... -
Page 56: Displays On The Em 100 G4 Display Panel
Using the EM 100 G4 Displays on the EM 100 G4 display panel Status information such as reception quality, battery status, audio level, etc. is displayed on the home screen of the display panel. • See “Home screen”. The display panel also displays the operating menu which you can use to configure all of the settings. -
Page 57: Buttons For Navigating Through The Menu
Using the EM 100 G4 Buttons for navigating through the menu To navigate through the EM 100 G4 operating menu, you need the follow- ing buttons. ► ► Short-press the ESC button • Cancels the entry and returns to the previous display Long-press the ESC button •... -
Page 58: Home Screen
Home screen After you switch on the receiver, the display panel initially displays the Sennheiser logo. After a short time, the home screen is then displayed. The home screen has three different standard displays. On the home screen, press the UP and DOWN buttons to switch be- ▷... -
Page 59: Soundcheck Standard Display
Using the EM 100 G4 MUTE muting function • Receiver or transmitter is muted • See “Muting the audio output” Battery status of the transmitter • SKM 100 G4: see “Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries” • SK 100 G4: see “Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries”... -
Page 60: Rf Max
Using the EM 100 G4 RF Max • Maximum RF signal level • both antennas should reach 40 dBμV Ways to optimize ▷ Check that the antennas and the antenna cables are correctly connect- ▷ Improve the position of the antennas. If necessary, use an antenna booster. -
Page 61: Setting Options In The Menu
Using the EM 100 G4 Setting options in the menu In the EM 100 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings. Adjusting the squelch threshold ▷ See “Squelch menu item” Scanning for unused frequency presets, releases and selects frequen- cy presets See “Easy Setup menu item”... -
Page 62: Menu Structure
Using the EM 100 G4 Menu structure The figure shows the complete EM 100 G4 menu structure in an overview. ►... -
Page 63: Squelch Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Squelch menu item You can adjust the squelch threshold in the Squelch menu item. Setting range: • >> 5 dBμV • Middle >> 15 dBμV • High >> 25 dBμV The squelch threshold is displayed on the home screen in the RF signal lev- el area. - Page 64 Using the EM 100 G4 To open the Squelch menu item: On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. ▷ ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button until the Squelch menu item appears in the selection frame. ▷...
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Page 65: Easy Setup Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Easy Setup menu item You can scan for unused frequencies using the Easy Setup menu item. When you have connected multiple EM 100 G4 devices to a network via the RJ-10 interfaces (see “Creating a data network”), you can perform the fre- quency setup for all of the connected receivers. -
Page 66: Current List
Using the EM 100 G4 ▷ Press the SET button to save your selection and synchronize the select- ed frequency with the transmitter at a later point (see ). ▷ Press the SYNC button to synchronize the selected frequency with the transmitter immediately. -
Page 67: Performing Multi-Channel Frequency Setup
Using the EM 100 G4 Performing multi-channel frequency setup To perform the automatic frequency setup for multiple receivers (max. 12) simultaneously: Connect all of the receivers to one network. ▷ See “Creating a data network”. ▷ Open the Easy Setup menu item on one of the receivers. This receiver is the master. -
Page 68: Receivers
Using the EM 100 G4 Setting up a multi-channel system with more than 12 receivers You can use the Easy Setup function to automatically set up a maximum of 12 receivers. If you assign the frequencies manually, however, you can use up to 20 re- ceivers in a multi-channel system (not possible in the JB, K+ and 1G8 fre- quency ranges). -
Page 69: Frequency Preset Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Frequency Preset menu item In the Frequency Preset menu item, you can adjust the receiving frequen- cy of the receiver by adjusting the frequency bank and the channel. To open the Frequency Preset menu item: On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. -
Page 70: Name Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Name menu item In the Name menu item you can enter a name for the radio link. To open the Name menu item: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Name menu item appears in the ▷... -
Page 71: Af Out Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 AF Out menu item In the AF Out menu item, you can set the audio level that is output via the receiver audio outputs. Setting range: • –24 dB to +18 dB in 3 dB steps To open the AF Out menu item: On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. -
Page 72: Equalizer Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Equalizer menu item In the Equalizer menu item, you can change the frequency response of the output signal. You can reduce the bass range and boost the treble range. To open the Equalizer menu item: On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. -
Page 73: Auto Lock Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Auto Lock menu item In the Auto Lock menu item you can activate or deactivate the auto lock- off function. You can find information about temporarily deactivating the lock-off function during operation under “Lock-off function”. To open the Auto Lock menu item: ▷... -
Page 74: Advanced Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings. To open the Advanced submenu: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Advanced menu item appears ▷... -
Page 75: Advanced -> Tune Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Advanced -> Tune menu item In the Tune menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can configure the receiving frequencies for the U frequency bank. You can save a total of 12 frequencies in the U frequency bank. Only adjusting the frequency ▷... -
Page 76: Advanced -> Guitar Tuner Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Advanced -> Guitar Tuner menu item In the Guitar Tuner menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can adjust the options of the guitar tuner. The guitar tuner is opened in the Guitar Tuner standard display on the home screen. -
Page 77: Advanced -> Lcd Contrast Menu Item
Using the EM 100 G4 Advanced -> LCD Contrast menu item In the LCD Contrast menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can adjust the display contrast of the display panel. ► Advanced -> Reset menu item In the Reset menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can reset all of the settings of the receiver to the factory settings. -
Page 78: Using The Skm 100 G4
Using the SKM 100 G4 Using the SKM 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the SKM 100 G4 and SKM 100 G4-S. You can find information on installation and startup of the SKM 100 G4 and SKM 100 G4-S under “Installing the SKM 100 G4”. Operating elements of the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter ►... -
Page 79: Switching The Skm 100 G4 Handheld Transmitter On And Off
• See “Advanced > Mute Mode menu item (SKM 100 G4-S only)” Switching the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter on and off To switch on the SKM 100 G4: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the Sennheiser logo appears on the ▷ display. ►... -
Page 80: Muting The Handheld Transmitter (Af Mute)
Using the SKM 100 G4 Muting the handheld transmitter (AF mute) SKM 100 G4 The audio signal of the transmitter cannot be muted. However, when you deactivate the RF signal no AF signal is output. See “Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute)”. SKM 100 G4-S You can mute the audio signal by pressing the MIC button. -
Page 81: Deactivating The Rf Signal (Rf Mute)
Using the SKM 100 G4 Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) You can temporarily deactivate the RF signal when the microphone is switched on. When the RF signal is deactivated, no audio signal is output. Use this function to save battery or when you want to prepare a micro- phone for use during live broadcast without interfering with the current transmission path. -
Page 82: Lock-Off Function
Using the SKM 100 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Buttons for navigating the SKM 100 G4 menu”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. -
Page 83: Displays On The Skm 100 G4 Handheld Transmitter Display Panel
Using the SKM 100 G4 Displays on the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter display panel You can view the following information on the transmitter display. ► AF audio level • Displays the audio level with peak hold function • See “Sensitivity menu item” Frequency •... -
Page 84: Select A Standard Display
Using the SKM 100 G4 Select a standard display Move the multi-function switch to select a standard display: ▷ Frequency/Name standard display ► 548.100 ew100 G4 MUTE Channel/Frequency standard display ► B.Ch: 20.12 548.100 MUTE Name/Channel standard display ► ew100 G4 B.Ch: 20.12 MUTE... -
Page 85: Buttons For Navigating The Skm 100 G4 Menu
Using the SKM 100 G4 Buttons for navigating the SKM 100 G4 menu Navigating through the menu To open the menu: Press the SET button. ▷ The operating menu is shown on the transmitter display panel. To open a menu item: ▷... -
Page 86: Setting Options In The Menu
Using the SKM 100 G4 Setting options in the menu In the SKM 100 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings. Adjusting the input sensitivity ▷ See “Sensitivity menu item” Setting the frequency bank and the channel ▷ See “Frequency Preset menu item” Entering a freely selectable name ▷... -
Page 87: Sensitivity Menu Item
Using the SKM 100 G4 Sensitivity menu item • Adjusting the input sensitivity – AF audio level ► Setting range: 0 dB to -48 dB in 6 dB steps. The AF audio level is also displayed when the wireless microphone is mut- ed, e.g. -
Page 88: Frequency Preset Menu Item
Using the SKM 100 G4 Frequency Preset menu item • Manually selecting a frequency bank and channel ► While you work in the Frequency Preset menu, the RF signal is deac- tivated. Please note when creating multi-channel systems: Only the factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are inter- modulation-free. -
Page 89: Auto Lock Menu Item
Using the SKM 100 G4 Auto Lock menu item • Switching the automatic lock-off function on and off ► This lock prevents the wireless microphone from being unintentionally switched off and also prevents any unintentional changes to the transmit- ter’s configuration. In the current standard display, the lock icon shows whether the lock-off function is currently switched on. -
Page 90: Advanced Menu Item
Using the SKM 100 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings. The following sub-items are available: Adjusting the transmission frequencies for the U frequency bank See “Advanced > Tune menu item” ▷ Defining the MIC button setting (SKM 100 G4-S only) See “Advanced >... -
Page 91: Advanced > Tune Menu Item
Using the SKM 100 G4 Advanced > Tune menu item • Configuring the transmission frequency and frequency bank U When you have configured the wireless microphone to a system bank and you call up the Tune menu item, channel 1 of the frequency bank U is auto- matically set. -
Page 92: Advanced > Mute Mode Menu Item (Skm 100 G4-S Only)
Using the SKM 100 G4 Advanced > Mute Mode menu item (SKM 100 G4-S only) • Configuring the function of the MIC button ► AF On/Off mode • When you press the MIC button, no audio signal is transmitted. Disabled mode •... -
Page 93: Advanced > Reset Menu Item
Using the SKM 100 G4 Advanced > Reset menu item • Resetting the wireless microphone ► When you reset the wireless microphone, only the selected settings of the pilot tone and the U frequency bank are retained. Advanced > Software Revision menu item •... -
Page 94: Using The Sk 100 G4
Using the SK 100 G4 Using the SK 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the SK 100 G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the SK 100 G4 under “Installing the SK 100 G4”. Operating elements of the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter ►... -
Page 95: Switching The Sk 100 G4 Bodypack Transmitter On And Off
Press the two catches and open the battery compartment cover. To switch on the SK 100 G4: ▷ Hold down the ON/OFF button until the Sennheiser logo appears on the display. To switch off the SK 100 G4: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the display goes off. -
Page 96: Muting The Bodypack Transmitter (Af Mute)
Using the SK 100 G4 Muting the bodypack transmitter (AF mute) You can deactivate the audio signal with the MUTE switch. To do this, the MUTE switch function must be configured to AF On/Off. You can find more information about this subject under “Advanced > Mute Mode menu item”. -
Page 97: Deactivating The Rf Signal (Rf Mute)
Using the SK 100 G4 Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) You can deactivate the RF signal in two ways: Deactivating the RF signal with the MUTE switch You can deactivate the RF signal with the MUTE switch. To do this, the MUTE switch function must be configured to RF On/Off. You can find more information about this subject under “Advanced >... -
Page 98: Deactivating The Rf Signal With The On/Off Button
Using the SK 100 G4 Deactivating the RF signal with the ON/OFF button You can deactivate the RF signal with the ON/OFF button. To deactivate the RF signal: ▷ Short-press the ON/OFF button. RF Mute On? appears. ▷ Press the SET button. The RF signal is deactivated. -
Page 99: Lock-Off Function
Using the SK 100 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Buttons for navigating the SK 100 G4 menu”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. -
Page 100: Displays On The Sk 100 G4 Bodypack Transmitter Display Panel
Using the SK 100 G4 Displays on the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter display panel You can view the following information on the transmitter display. ► AF audio level • Displays the audio level with peak hold function • See “Sensitivity menu item” Frequency •... -
Page 101: Select A Standard Display
Using the SK 100 G4 Select a standard display Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select a standard display. ▷ Frequency/Name standard display ► 548.100 ew100 G4 MUTE Channel/Frequency standard display ► B.Ch: 20.12 548.100 MUTE Name/Channel standard display ►... -
Page 102: Buttons For Navigating The Sk 100 G4 Menu
Using the SK 100 G4 Buttons for navigating the SK 100 G4 menu Navigating through the menu To open the menu: Press the SET button. ▷ The operating menu is shown on the transmitter display panel. To open a menu item: ▷... -
Page 103: Setting Options In The Menu
Using the SK 100 G4 Setting options in the menu In the SK 100 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings. Adjusting the input sensitivity ▷ See “Sensitivity menu item” Setting the frequency bank and the channel ▷ See “Frequency Preset menu item” Entering a freely selectable name ▷... -
Page 104: Sensitivity Menu Item
Using the SK 100 G4 Sensitivity menu item • Adjusting the input sensitivity – AF audio level ► Setting range: 0 dB to –60 dB in 6 dB steps. The AF audio level is also displayed when the bodypack transmitter is mut- ed, e.g. -
Page 105: Name Menu Item
Using the SK 100 G4 Name menu item • Entering names ► In the Name menu item you can enter any name you want for the bodypack transmitters (e.g. the names of the musicians). The name can be shown in the Frequency/Name Name/Channel stan-... -
Page 106: Advanced Menu Item
Using the SK 100 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings. The following sub-items are available: Adjusting the transmission frequencies for the U frequency bank See “Advanced > Tune menu item” ▷ Configuring the MUTE switch See “Advanced >... -
Page 107: Advanced > Tune Menu Item
Using the SK 100 G4 Advanced > Tune menu item • Configuring the transmission frequency and frequency bank U When you have configured the bodypack transmitter to a system bank and you call up the Tune menu item, channel 1 of the frequency bank U is auto- matically set. -
Page 108: Advanced > Mute Mode Menu Item
Using the SK 100 G4 Advanced > Mute Mode menu item • Configuring the MUTE switch ► AF On/Off mode • If set to position MUTE, the audio signal is muted. RF On/Off mode • If set to position MUTE, the RF signal is deactivated. Disabled mode •... -
Page 109: Advanced > Pilot Tone Menu Item
Using the SK 100 G4 Advanced > Pilot Tone menu item • Activating/deactivating pilot tone transmission ► The pilot tone has an inaudible frequency that is sent from the transmitter and evaluated by the receiver. It supports the receiver’s squelch function. Advanced >... -
Page 110: Using The Asa 214
Using the ASA 214 Using the ASA 214 These sections contain detailed information about operating the ASA 214. You can find information on installation and startup of the ASA 214 under “Installing the ASA 214”. Operating elements on the front of the device ►... -
Page 111: Overview
SPECIFICATIONS Overview In the sections below, you can find information about the different variants of the products in the ew 100 G4 series as well as technical data for the in- dividual products. • Product variants and frequency variants >> “Product variants”... -
Page 112: Product Variants
Product variants Product variants You can use the two arrow buttons in the top right corner of the screen to navigate back and forth through the individual points chronologically. ► EM 100 G4 product variants Made in Germany ► EM 100 G4-A1 470 –... -
Page 113: Skm 100 G4 Product Variants
Product variants SKM 100 G4 product variants Made in Germany SKM 100 G4-S ► SKM 100 G4-S-A1 470 – 516 MHz Art. no. 507594 SKM 100 G4-S-A 516 – 558 MHz Art. no. 507595 SKM 100 G4-S-GB 606 – 648 MHz Art. -
Page 114: Sk 100 G4 Product Variants
Product variants SKM 100 G4-S ► SKM 100 G4-A1 470 – 516 MHz Art. no. 508001 SKM 100 G4-A 516 – 558 MHz Art. no. 508002 SKM 100 G4-AS 520 – 558 MHz Art. no. 508003 SKM 100 G4-G 566 – 608 MHz Art. -
Page 115: Frequency Tables
Frequency tables Frequency tables You can find frequency tables for all available frequency ranges in the download section of the Sennheiser website uneer www.sennheiser.com/ download. Download area of the Sennheiser website Enter ew G4 into the search bar to show the frequency tables. -
Page 116: Specifications
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Page 117: Em 100 G4
EM 100 G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges A1: 470 – 516 MHz A: 516 – 558 MHz AS: 520 – 558 MHz G: 566 – 608 MHz GB: 606 – 648 MHz B: 626 – 668 MHz C: 734 –... -
Page 118: Af Characteristics
AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX EQ presets (switchable, act on line and monitor outputs): Preset 1: Flat Preset 2: Low Cut –3 dB at 180 Hz Preset 3: Low Cut High Boost –3 dB at 180 Hz +6 dB at 10 kHz... -
Page 119: Skm 100 G4
RF output power at 50 ? Max. 30 mW Pilot tone squelch Can be switched off AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX AF frequency response 80 – 18,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 110 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤... -
Page 120: Overall Device
Overall device ► Temperature range -10 °C to +55 °C (14 °F to 131 °F) Power supply 2 AA batteries, 1,5 V or BA 2015 accupack Nominal voltage 3 V battery / 2.4 V rechargeable battery Power consumption at nominal voltage typically 180 mA with transmitter switched off ≤... -
Page 121: Sk 100 G4
RF output power at 50 ? Max. 30 mW Pilot tone squelch Can be switched off AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX AF frequency response Microphone: 80 – 18,000 Hz Line: 25 – 18,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 110 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤... -
Page 122: Overall Device
Overall device ► Temperature range -10 °C to +55 °C (14 °F to 131 °F) Power supply 2 AA batteries, 1,5 V or BA 2015 accupack Nominal voltage 3 V battery 2.4 V rechargeable battery Power consumption at nominal voltage typically 180 mA with transmitter switched off ≤... -
Page 123: Asa 214
ASA 214 Specifications ► ASA 214 antenna splitter 2 × 1:4 or 1 × 1:8, active Connection cable 8 pieces, 50 cm, BNC Frequency range ASA 214-UHF: 470 – 870 MHz at –3 dB ASA 214-1G8: 1785 – 1805 MHz at –3 dB Amplification In A –... -
Page 124: Block Diagram
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Page 125: Pin Assignment
Pin assignment Pin assignment 3.5 mm stereo jack plug ► • Plug for headphone and earphone cables, e.g. IE 4. • Connect to: • EK IEM G4 • EK 500 G4 3.5 mm mic jack plug ► • Plug for lavalier and headset microphone, e.g. ME 2. •... -
Page 126: 6.3 Mm Mono Jack Plug, Unbalanced
Pin assignment 6.3 mm mono jack plug, unbalanced ► • Connect to: • EM 100 G4 Audio Out • EM 300-500 G4 Audio Out 6.3 mm stereo jack plug for headphone jack ► • Connect to: • EM 100 G4 headphone input •... -
Page 127: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance Note the following information when cleaning and maintaining evolution wireless G4 series products. CAUTION Liquids can damage the products’ electronics. Liquids entering the product housing can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. ▷ Keep all liquids away from the products. - Page 128 Cleaning and maintenance ▷ Screw the sound inlet basket back onto the microphone module. From time to time, you should also clean the microphone module contacts: ▷ Wipe the contacts of the microphone module with a soft, dry cloth.
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Page 129: Contact
CONTACT Contact Instruction manual as a PDF You can find this instruction manual as a PDF (German and English) in the download section of the Sennheiser website at www.sennheiser.com/ download. Download area for the Sennheiser website ▷ Enter ew G4 into the search bar to show the instruction manuals for products in the ew G4 series.