Sennheiser EK IEM G4 Instruction Manual

Sennheiser EK IEM G4 Instruction Manual

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IEM series
Instruction Manual
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG
Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany, www.sennheiser.com
ew IEM G4 - v1.1

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  • Page 1 G4 IEM series Instruction Manual Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany, www.sennheiser.com ew IEM G4 - v1.1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable bat- teries 15 Battery status 16 Connecting earphones to the EK IEM G4 17 Attaching the diversity receiver to your clothing 18 Installing the SR IEM G4 19 Connectors on the rear of the device 19...
  • Page 3 Using ew IEM G4 series devices 38 Using the EK IEM G4 40 Operating elements of the EK IEM G4 diversity receiver product overview 40 EK IEM G4 Switching the EK IEM G4 on and off 42 Lock-off function 43...
  • Page 4 Establishing a radio link 90 Setting notes 90 Synchronizing devices 91 Easy Setup Sync-function (EK IEM G4 -> SR IEM G4) for a single radio link 91 Easy Setup Sync-function (EK IEM G4 -> SR IEM G4) for multi-channel frequency setup 92 Sync function (SR IEM G4 ->...
  • Page 5 AC 41 106 Specifications 106 Block diagram AC 41 107 Pin assignment 108 3.5 mm stereo jack plug 108 3.5 mm mic jack plug 108 3.5 mm line jack plug 108 6.3 mm stereo jack plug, balanced (audio in/loop out) 6.3 mm mono jack plug, unbalanced 109 6.3 mm stereo jack plug for headphone jack 109 XLR-3 plug, balanced 109...
  • Page 6: Overview

    Overview PRODUCT INFORMATION Overview You can find information about the individual products in the ew IEM G4 series under “ew IEM G4 series products”. For information about the available accessories, see “Accessories”. You can find information about the ew IEM G4 series frequency bank sys- tem under “The frequency bank system”.
  • Page 7: Ew Iem G4 Series Products

    ew IEM G4 series products ew IEM G4 series products Click the name of the particular product to learn more about it. You can also find more information here: • A variety of frequency variants are available from the individual prod- ucts.
  • Page 8: Ek Iem G4 Stereo Diversity Receiver

    EK IEM G4 stereo diversity receiver You can find more detailed information about the EK IE MG4 in the follow- ing sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the EK IEM G4” • Operation: “Using the EK IEM G4” • Technical Data: “EK IEM G4”...
  • Page 9: Sr Iem G4 Stereo Transmitter

    SR IEM G4 stereo transmitter You can find more detailed information about the SR IEM G4 in the follow- ing sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the SR IEM G4” • Operation: “Using the SR IEM G4” • Technical Data: “SR IEM G4”...
  • Page 10: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories A variety of accessories are available for the ew IEM G4 series. Earphones IE 4 Article no. 500432 ► You can find more information about the earphones on their product page at www.sennheiser.com.
  • Page 11: 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 12: 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 G4, EM 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 G4, EM 500 G4 or SR IEM G4 together with the GA 3 rack mounting kit.
  • Page 13: 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 Antenna combiner ► • AC 41, active antenna combiner •...
  • Page 14: 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 IEM G4 series: • A1 range: 470 – 516 MHz •...
  • Page 15: Installing And Starting Up Ew Iem G4 Series Devices

    You can find information about installing and connecting ew IEM G4 series devices in the following sections. • EK IEM G4 diversity receiver >> “Installing the EK IEM G4” • SR IEM G4 stereo transmitter >> “Installing the SR IEM G4”...
  • Page 16: Installing The Ek Iem G4

    Installing the EK IEM G4 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the EK IEM G4. You can find information about operating the EK IEM G4 under “Using the EK IEM G4”. Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the diversity receiver either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or...
  • Page 17: Battery Status

    Installing the EK IEM G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►...
  • Page 18: Connecting Earphones To The Ek Iem G4

    Installing the EK IEM G4 Connecting earphones to the EK IEM G4 ATTENTION Danger due to high volume levels Volume levels that are too high may damage your hearing. Turn down the volume of the headphone output before you put on the ▷...
  • Page 19: Attaching The Diversity Receiver To Your Clothing

    Installing the EK IEM G4 Attaching the diversity receiver to your clothing You can use the belt clip to attach the diversity receiver to your waistband or on a guitar strap. The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the diversity receiver with the antenna pointing downwards.
  • Page 20: Installing The Sr Iem G4

    Installing the SR IEM G4 Installing the SR IEM G4 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the SR IEM G4. You can find information about operating the SR IEM G4 under “Using the SR IEM G4”. Connectors on the rear of the device SR IEM G4 rear side product overview...
  • Page 21: Connecting/Disconnecting The Sr Iem G4 With/From The Power Supply

    Installing the SR IEM G4 Connecting/disconnecting the SR IEM G4 with/ from the power supply Only use the supplied power supply unit. It is designed for your receiver and ensures safe operation. To connect the SR IEM G4 transmitter to the power supply: Insert the plug of the power supply unit into the DC IN socket of the re- ▷...
  • Page 22: Creating A Data Network

    Connect the other end of the network cable to a network switch. ► For more information about controlling devices via the Sennheiser Wireless Systems Manager (WSM) software, refer to the instruc- tion manual for the software. You can download the software here:...
  • Page 23: Connecting Audio Signals

    In Stereo mode, you can receive the two input signals either as a mixed mono signal or as a stereo signal. To do so, you must select Focus or Stereo mode on the EK IEM G4 receiver. See “Mode menu item”.
  • Page 24: Stereo

    SR IEM G4) to the audio input sockets BAL AF IN L(I) and BAL AF IN R(II) using suitable cables. In Stereo mode, the corresponding EK IEM G4 receiver can be oper- ated in Focus mode or Stereo mode. See “Mode menu item”.
  • Page 25: Daisy Chaining Audio Signals

    Installing the SR IEM G4 Daisy chaining audio signals Using the LOOP OUT BAL L and/or LOOP OUT BAL R output sockets, it is possible to transmit a signal that you want to make available to all receiv- ers from the mixing console to a transmitter and then to daisy chain this signal from the transmitter to the other transmitters.
  • Page 26: Connecting Antennas

    Installing the SR IEM G4 Connecting antennas To connect the supplied rod antenna: ▷ Connect the rod antenna to the RF OUT socket on the rear side of the SR IEM G4. If you are using more than one transmitter, we recommend using re- mote antennas and the AC 41 antenna combiner.
  • Page 27: Installing The Sr Iem G4 In A Rack

    Installing the SR IEM G4 Installing the SR IEM 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 Transmitter In A Rack

    Installing the SR IEM G4 Mounting a single transmitter in a rack To mount the transmitter 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 • Use a remote antenna, possibly in combination with the AC 41 anten- na combiner. ► If you are using more than one transmitter, we recommend using re- mote antennas and, as needed, Sennheiser antenna accessories. For more information, visit the ew G4 product page at www.sennheis- er.com. ▷...
  • Page 30: Mounting Two Receivers Side By Side In A Rack

    AM 2 front mounting kit and an additional GA 3 rack mounting kit. For more information, visit the ew G4 product pages at www.sennheiser.com. To mount the transmitter using the GA 3 rack mounting kit (optional acces-...
  • Page 31: Installing The

    Installing the AC 41 Installing the AC 41 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the AC 41. You can find information about operating the AC 41 under “Using the AC 41”. Connectors on the rear of the device RF OUT BNC socket •...
  • Page 32: Connecting/Disconnecting The Ac 41 To/From The Power Supply System

    Installing the AC 41 Connecting/disconnecting the AC 41 to/from the power supply system To supply power to the AC 41, the connected transmitters and any antenna amplifiers used, you will need the NT 3-1 power supply unit. Only use the supplied NT 3-1 power supply unit. It is designed for your an- tenna combiner and ensures safe operation.
  • Page 33: Connecting The Ac 41 With Transmitters

    Installing the AC 41 Connecting the AC 41 with transmitters You can connect and operate up to four stereo transmitters to the AC 41. The following transmitters are compatible: evolution wireless G4: • SR IEM G4 evolution wireless G3: • EK 300 IEM G3 2000 IEM series: •...
  • Page 34 Installing the AC 41 To connect the transmitter to the antenna combiner: Connect one of the RF IN sockets of the AC 41 with the RF OUT jacks of ▷ a transmitter. Repeat the previous step until all four transmitters are connected to the ▷...
  • Page 35: Connecting Antennas

    Installing the AC 41 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 reception conditions, we recommend using remote antennas. To connect a remote antenna: ▷...
  • Page 36: Installing The Ac 41 In A Rack

    Installing the AC 41 Installing the AC 41 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 37: Mounting A Single Antenna Combiner In A Rack

    Installing the AC 41 Mounting a single antenna combiner in a rack To mount the antenna combiner 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 38: Mounting Two Antenna Combiners Side By Side In A Rack

    Installing the AC 41 Mounting two antenna combiners side by side in a rack To mount the antenna combiners using the GA 3 rack mounting kit (option- al accessory): Place both antenna combiners upside down and side by side on an even ▷...
  • Page 39: Using Ew Iem G4 Series Devices

    You can find information about using ew IEM G4 series devices in the fol- lowing sections. • EK IEM G4 diversity receiver >> “Using the EK IEM G4” • SR IEM G4 stereo transmitter >> “Using the SR IEM G4”...
  • Page 40 Synchronizing the receiver settings to the transmitter >> “Synchroniz- ing devices” • Using the menu of the receiver >> “Displays on the EK IEM G4 display panel” • Using the menu of the transmitter >> “Displays on the SR IEM G4 dis-...
  • Page 41: Using The Ek Iem G4

    Using the EK IEM G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the EK IEM G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the EK IEM G4 under “Installing the EK IEM G4”. Operating elements of the EK IEM G4 diversity re-...
  • Page 42 Infra-red interface • See “Synchronizing devices” Volume control with on/off switch • See “Connecting earphones to the EK IEM G4” • Switch the receiver on/off See “Switching the EK IEM G4 on and off” 103.5 mm PHONES jack socket, lockable •...
  • Page 43: Switching The Ek Iem G4 On And Off

    Using the EK IEM G4 Switching the EK IEM G4 on and off To switch the receiver on: ▷ Turn the volume control clockwise until it clicks. The red ON LED is illuminated and the Frequency/Name standard dis- play appears.
  • Page 44: Lock-Off Function

    Using the EK IEM 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.
  • Page 45: Displays On The Ek Iem G4 Display Panel

    The display panel also displays the operating menu which you can use to configure all of the settings. See “Setting options in the menu”. Buttons for navigating through the menu To navigate through the EK IEM G4 operating menu, you need the following buttons. ►...
  • Page 46 Using the EK IEM G4 ► Press the SET button • Changes from the current standard display to the operating menu • Calls up a menu item • Changes to a submenu • Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu ►...
  • Page 47: 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 ESC button to switch between the stan- ▷...
  • Page 48: Bank/Frequency/Limiter Standard Display

    Using the EK IEM G4 Battery status • See “Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries” MUTE muting function • The transmitter’s RF signal is deactivated See “Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute)” • or the transmitter is in Mono mode See “Mode menu item”...
  • Page 49: Frequency/High Boost Standard Display

    Using the EK IEM G4 Frequency/High Boost standard display The Frequency/High Boost standard display also shows the audio chan- nel (Stereo/Focus) and the treble boost. ► Treble boost EQ • See “High Boost menu item” Audio channel, stereo • Focus:...
  • Page 50: Setting Options In The Menu

    Using the EK IEM G4 Setting options in the menu In the EK IEM 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 51 Using the EK IEM G4 • Adjusting the menu item and loading profiles • Resetting the settings made in the operating menu • Displaying the current software revision See “Advanced menu item” ▷...
  • Page 52: Menu Structure

    Using the EK IEM G4 Menu structure The figure shows the complete EK IEM G4 menu structure in an overview. ►...
  • Page 53: Squelch Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 Squelch menu item You can adjust the squelch threshold in the Squelch menu item. Setting range: • 5 to 25 dBμV, adjustable in 2-dB steps The squelch threshold is displayed on the home screen in the RF signal lev- el area: ►...
  • Page 54 Using the EK IEM 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.
  • Page 55: Easy Setup Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 Easy Setup menu item You can scan for unused frequencies using the Easy Setup menu item. Switch off all transmitters before you perform the scan. If trans- mitters are still switched on, they are detected as unavailable fre- quencies and the frequencies that are actually available cannot then be used.
  • Page 56: Reset

    Performing multi-channel frequency setup As an alternative to the following procedure, multi-channel frequency setup can also be performed using the Sennheiser Wireless Sys- tems Manager (WSM) software. For more information about con- trolling devices via the Sennheiser Wireless Systems Manager (WSM) software, refer to the instruction manual for the software.
  • Page 57 Using the EK IEM G4 ▷ Open the Easy Setup menu item on one of the transmitters. Mute RF For Connected Devices? message appears. ► Press the jog dial to confirm the message and deactivate the radio sig- ▷ nal for all connected transmitters.
  • Page 58 From the scan results on the receiver, select a frequency bank with enough free channels. ▷ Hold the infrared interface of the EK IEM G4 receiver in front of the in- frared interface of an SR IEM G4 transmitter to transfer the scan re- sults from the receiver to this transmitter.
  • Page 59 Using the EK IEM G4 The selected transmitter becomes the master transmitter. The display panels of the other transmitters will display the message Assign New Frequency?. Receivers with non-compatible frequency ranges will not display a message. ► ▷ Select an unused frequency for one of the connected transmitters on the master transmitter.
  • Page 60: Frequency Preset Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM 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 61: Name Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM 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.
  • Page 62: Mode Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 Mode menu item In the Mode menu item you can switch between Stereo and Focus. Stereo mode The left-right signals are available as usual. The Balance setting serves to adjust the balance between the left and right stereo signal.
  • Page 63: High Boost Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 High Boost menu item In the High Boost menu item you can change the treble boost of the output signal. Setting range: • 8 dB at 10 kHz To open the High Boost menu item: On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu.
  • Page 64: Auto Lock Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 Auto Lock menu item In the Auto Lock menu item you can activate or deactivate auto lock-off function. You can find information about temporarily deactivating lock-off function during operation under “Lock-off function”. To open the Auto Lock menu item: ▷...
  • Page 65: Advanced Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM 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 66: Advanced -> Tune Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 Advanced -> Tune menu item In the Tune menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can configure the receiving frequencies for the frequency banks U1 to U6. You can save a total of 16 frequencies in every U frequency bank.
  • Page 67: Advanced -> Limiter Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 Advanced -> Limiter menu item In the Limiter menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can adjust the volume of the headphone output PHONES. Setting range: • • –18 dB, –12 dB or –6 dB ►...
  • Page 68: Advanced -> Volume Boost Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 Advanced -> Volume Boost menu item In the Volume Boost menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can adjust the volume boost. Setting range: • 0 dB, +3 dB or +6 dB ► When configuring the settings, ensure that the audio signal is not dis- torted.
  • Page 69: Advanced -> Engineer Mode Menu Item

    In the Engineer Mode menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can con- figure the menu items and upload profiles. In Engineer Mode, you can use your EK IEM G4 to read out settings from other EK receivers and save them as profiles.
  • Page 70: Load Profiles

    Using the EK IEM G4 Load Profiles To select a saved profile: ▷ Call up the Load Profiles menu item in the Engineer Mode submenu. Select Active to activate the loading of the profiles. ▷ E appears on the standard display.
  • Page 71: Advanced -> Reset Menu Item

    Using the EK IEM G4 Advanced -> Reset menu item In the Reset menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can reset the set- tings of the receiver to the factory settings. ► Advanced -> Software Revision menu item In the Software Revision menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can...
  • Page 72: Using The Sr Iem G4

    Using the SR IEM G4 Using the SR IEM G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the SR IEM G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the SR IEM G4 under “Installing the SR IEM G4”. Operating elements of the SR IEM G4 transmitter ►...
  • Page 73: Switching The Sr Iem G4 On And Off

    Using the SR IEM G4 Switching the SR IEM G4 on and off switch on the transmitter: ▷ Short-press the STANDBY button. The transmitter switches on and the standard display appears. To switch the transmitter to standby mode: ▷ If necessary, deactivate the lock-off function (see “Lock-off function”). Press and hold the STANDBY button until appears on the display ▷...
  • Page 74: Using The Headphone Output

    Using the SR IEM G4 Using the headphone output You can use the headphone output on the front of the SR IEM G4 (6.3 mm jack) to listen to the audio signal. ATTENTION Danger due to high volume levels Volume levels that are too high may damage your hearing. Turn down the volume of the headphone output before you put on the ▷...
  • Page 75: Configuring The Audio Channels (Mono/Stereo)

    ► In Mono mode, you have to deactivate the pilot tone evaluation on your EK IEM G4 receiver. This is the only way to ensure that your re- ceivers will transmit the same signal on channel I and channel II.
  • Page 76: Deactivating The Rf Signal (Rf Mute)

    Using the SR IEM G4 Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) deactivate signal: Press the STANDBY button. ▷ RF Mute Off? appears in the display panel. Turn the jog dial. ▷ RF Mute ON? appears in the display panel. ▷ Press the jog dial.
  • Page 77: Lock-Off Function

    Using the SR IEM 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 transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷...
  • Page 78: Displays On The Sr Iem G4 Display Panel

    Using the SR IEM G4 Displays on the SR IEM G4 display panel You can view the following information on the transmitter display. AF audio level (audio frequency) • Audio channel level with peak hold function When the display shows full deflection, the audio input level is exces- sively high.
  • Page 79 Using the SR IEM G4 Lock-off function • Lock-off function is activated. • See “Auto Lock menu item” >> “Buttons for navigating the SR IEM G4 menu” >> “Setting options in the menu” ► The display is dimmed automatically after 2 minutes of inactivity. ►...
  • Page 80: Buttons For Navigating The Sr Iem G4 Menu

    Using the SR IEM G4 Buttons for navigating the SR IEM G4 menu Navigating through the menu To open the menu: Press the jog dial. ▷ The operating menu is shown on the transmitter display panel. To open a menu item: ▷...
  • Page 81: Setting Options In The Menu

    Using the SR IEM G4 Setting options in the menu In the SR IEM G4 menu, you can configure the following settings. Adjusting the input sensitivity ▷ See “Sensitivity menu item” Configuring the audio transmission mode (mono/stereo) ▷ See “Mode menu item” Activating Easy Setup Sync ▷...
  • Page 82: Sensitivity Menu Item

    In stereo mode, you can receive the two input signals either as a mixed mono signal or as a stereo signal. To do so, you must select Fo- cus or Stereo mode on the EK IEM G4 receiver. See “Mode menu item”.
  • Page 83: Easy Setup Menu Item

    The Easy Setup Sync function is needed to perform a frequency scan us- ing the receiver and for automatic multi-channel frequency setup. • See “Easy Setup menu item” for the EK IEM G4 receiver. • See “Synchronizing devices”. Frequency Preset menu item •...
  • Page 84: Name Menu Item

    Using the SR IEM G4 Name menu item • Entering names ► In the Name menu item you can enter any name you want for the transmit- ters (e.g. the names of the musicians). The names are a maximum of 8 characters: •...
  • Page 85: Auto Lock Menu Item

    Using the SR IEM G4 Auto Lock menu item • Switching the automatic lock-off function on and off ► This lock prevents the transmitter from being unintentionally switched off and also prevents any unintentional changes to the transmitter’s configu- ration. In the standard display, the lock icon shows whether the lock-off function is currently switched on.
  • Page 86: Advanced Menu Item

    Using the SR IEM 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” ▷ Adjusting the parameters for transmission to the receivers See “Advanced >...
  • Page 87: Advanced > Tune Menu Item

    Using the SR IEM G4 Advanced > Tune menu item • Configuring transmission frequencies and frequency banks U1 to U6 You can save a total of 16 channels in the frequency banks U1 to U6. Only adjusting the frequency ▷ Open the Tune menu item in the Advanced menu.
  • Page 88: Advanced > Sync Settings Menu Item

    Using the SR IEM G4 Advanced > Sync Settings menu item • Configuring, activating or deactivating parameters for transmission to the receivers ► When the check box is activated, the value will be transmitted during syn- chronization. If it is deactivated, the value will not be transmitted. You can configure and activate/deactivate the following parameters: •...
  • Page 89: Advanced > Fullscreen Warnings Menu Item

    Using the SR IEM G4 Advanced > Fullscreen Warnings menu item • Activating/deactivating warnings ► You can activate or deactivate the following warnings: AF Peak • The audio level is too high. RF Mute • The RF signal from the transmitter to the receiver is deactivated. Advanced >...
  • Page 90: Advanced > Reset Menu Item

    Using the SR IEM G4 Advanced > Reset menu item • Resetting the transmitter ► When you reset the transmitter, only the selected settings of the pilot tone and the U1 to U6 frequency banks are retained. Advanced > IP Address menu item •...
  • Page 91: Establishing A Radio Link

    (see “Synchronizing de- vices”). 3. Set the frequency on the receiver and the transmitter manually (EK IEM G4: “Frequency Preset menu item”, SR IEM G4: “Frequency Preset menu item”). Setting notes Please note the following when synchronizing a transmitter with a receiv-...
  • Page 92: Synchronizing Devices

    EK IEM G4 portable receiver directly on your stationary SR IEM G4 trans- mitter and transfer them to the receivers via the infrared interface. Easy Setup Sync-function (EK IEM G4 -> SR IEM G4) for a single radio link ▷...
  • Page 93: Easy Setup Sync-Function (Ek Iem G4 -> Sr Iem G4) For Multi-Channel Frequency Setup

    ▷ Hold the infrared interface of the mobile receiver in front of the infrared interfaces of the remaining transmitters one at a time. Easy Setup Sync-function (EK IEM G4 -> SR IEM G4) for multi-channel frequency setup ▷ Perform the multi-channel frequency setup as described under “Per- forming multi-channel frequency setup”.
  • Page 94 Synchronizing devices ▷ Hold the infra-red interface of the receiver in front of the infra-red in- terface of the transmitter. ► The parameters are transferred to the receiver. The blue LED blinks during transmission. When the transfer is complete, a tick appears in the transmitter’s dis- play as a confirmation.
  • Page 95: Using The

    Using the AC 41 Using the AC 41 These sections contain detailed information about operating the AC 41. You can find information on installation and startup of the AC 41 under “In- stalling the AC 41”. Operating elements on the front of the device ON/OFF button •...
  • Page 96: Switching The Ac 41 On And Off

    Using the AC 41 Switching the AC 41 on and off switch on the antenna combiner: ▷ Short-press the ON/OFF button. The antenna combiner switches on and the power LED turns green. The transmitters receive the RF signal. The status LEDs light up (see “Meaning of the LEDs”).
  • Page 97: Meaning Of The Leds

    Using the AC 41 Meaning of the LEDs LEDs 1 to 4 are lit: • The transmitters have been connected correctly as described under “Connecting the AC 41 with transmitters”. • Sockets RF IN 1 to RF IN 4 have supply voltage for the transmitters. LEDs 1 to 4 are not lit: •...
  • Page 98: Overview

    Overview SPECIFICATIONS Overview In the sections below, you can find information about the different variants of the products in the ew IEM G4 series as well as technical data for the in- dividual products. • Product variants and frequency variants >> “Product variants” •...
  • Page 99: Product Variants

    Product variants Product variants EK IEM G4 product variants Made in Germany ► EK IEM G4-A1 470 – 516 MHz Art. no. 507849 EK IEM G4-A 516 – 558 MHz Art. no. 507850 EK IEM G4-GB 606 – 648 MHz Art.
  • Page 100: Sr Iem G4 Product Variants

    Product variants SR IEM G4 product variants Made in Germany ► SR IEM G4-A1 470 – 516 MHz Art. no. 507842 SR IEM G4-A 516 – 558 MHz Art. no. 507843 SR IEM G4-GB 606 – 648 MHz Art. no. 507844 SR IEM G4-G 566 –...
  • Page 101: 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 102: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications You can find the product-specific technical data in the sections below.
  • Page 103: Ek Iem G4

    EK IEM 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 104: Af Characteristics

    AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX Signal-to-noise ratio approx. 90 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤ 0.9 % Output power at 2.4 V 2 x 100 mW at 32 Ω 5% THD, nominal deviation High Boost...
  • Page 105: Sr Iem G4

    SR IEM G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Broadband FM stereo (MPX pilot tone procedure) 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 –...
  • Page 106: Af Characteristics

    AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX AF frequency response 25 to 15,000 Hz AF input 2x XLR-3/ 6.3 mm jack BAL AF IN L (I) + MONO/ combo socket (1/4"), electronical- BAL AF IN R (II) ly balanced Max. input level...
  • Page 107: Ie 4 Earphones

    IE 4 earphones ► Frequency ranges 40 – 20,000 Hz Max. sound pressure level (SPL) 118 dB SPL Sound pressure 106 dB (1 kHz,1 mW) Impedance 32 Ω Nominal impedance 16 Ω Cable length 1.4 m Connector 3.5 mm stereo plug, gold-plated AC 41 Specifications ►...
  • Page 108: Block Diagram

    Block diagram AC 41 ►...
  • Page 109: 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 110: 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 111: 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 112 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.
  • Page 113: 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.

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