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Sennheiser SKM 2000 Instruction Manual

Sennheiser SKM 2000 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 SKM 2000 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The frequency bank system ... 4 Delivery includes ... 5 Product overview ... 6 Overview of the SKM 2000 radio microphone ... 6 Overview of the displays ... 7 Putting the radio microphone into operation ... 8 Inserting the batteries/accupack ... 8 Charging the accupack ...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by Sennheiser or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

  • Page 4: The Skm 2000 Radio Microphone

    • Increased immunity to intermodulation and interferences in multi- channel operation Areas of application The radio microphone can be combined with the EM 2000 and EM 2050 rack-mount receivers. The receivers are available in the same UHF frequency ranges and are equipped with the same frequency bank system with factory-preset frequencies.

  • Page 5: The Frequency Bank System

    For an overview of the frequency presets, please refer to the supplied frequency information sheet. Updated versions of the frequency information sheet can be downloaded from the SKM 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. The frequency banks “U1” to “U6” allow you to freely select and store frequencies.

  • Page 6: Delivery Includes

    Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SKM 2000 radio microphone 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V 1 microphone clamp 8 color-coded protection rings 1 pouch 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 1 RF power information sheet...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product overview Product overview Overview of the SKM 2000 radio microphone Microphone head (interchangeable) Name and pick-up pattern of the microphone head Body of radio microphone Battery compartment (not visible from outside) Display panel, backlit in orange Infra-red interface Antenna Color-coded protection ring;...

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Overview of the displays After switch-on, the radio microphone displays the “Frequency/Name” standard display. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 15. The display backlighting is auto- matically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. Display Audio level “AF”...

  • Page 9: Putting The Radio Microphone Into Operation

    Inserting the batteries/accupack For powering the radio microphone, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories” on page 31). Unscrew the lower part of the radio microphone from the radio microphone’s body...

  • Page 10: Charging The Accupack

    Close the battery compartment cover Push the battery compartment into the radio microphone’s body. Screw the lower part of the radio microphone back to the radio microphone’s body Charging the accupack To charge the radio microphone with the BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories”...

  • Page 11: Changing The Microphone Head

    Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the microphone head Unscrew the microphone head Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the microphone head dirty or damaged if touched. When unscrewing the microphone head muting function is automatically activated.

  • Page 12: Changing The Color-Coded Protection Ring

    “Accessories” on page 31). The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone. Remove the color-coded protection ring Put on a new protection ring Putting the radio microphone into operation prevents the multi-function switch as shown. as shown.

  • Page 13: Using The Radio Microphone

    It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 27. If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver, read the chapter “Synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver” on page 27. Switching the radio microphone on/off...
  • Page 14 Press the multi-function switch. The transmission frequency is displayed but the radio microphone does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon is not displayed. When the pilot tone function is activated on both radio microphone and receiver, appears on the receiver’s display panel.

  • Page 15: Holding The Radio Microphone Correctly

    Reduced transmission range! If you touch the antenna transmission range will be considerably reduced! Only hold the radio microphone by its body Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the Lock” menu item (see page 23).

  • Page 16: Activating/Deactivating The Rf Signal

    Deactivating the RF signal on switch-on For information on deactivating the RF signal on switch-on, refer to the chapter “Switching the radio microphone on/off” on page 12. Deactivating the RF signal during operation When one of the standard displays is shown on the display...

  • Page 17: Using The Operating Menu

    Using the operating menu Using the operating menu A special feature of the Sennheiser 2000 series is the consistent, intuitive menu structure of transmitters and receivers. As a result, adjustments to the settings can be made quickly – even in stressful situations, for example on stage or during a live show or presentation.

  • Page 18: Overview Of The Operating Menu

    Overview of the operating menu Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Frequency Preset Name Low Cut Auto Lock Advanced Exit Display Function of the menu item Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Adjusts the sensitivity “AF” Frequency Preset Sets the frequency bank and the channel Name Enters a freely selectable name Low Cut...

  • Page 19: Working With The Operating Menu

    Using the operating menu Working with the operating menu If the lock mode is activated, you have to deactivate it In order to be able to work with the operating menu (see page 14). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu.
  • Page 20 Canceling an entry Press the ON/OFF ON/OFF The current standard display appears on the display panel. To subsequently return to the last edited menu item: Press the multi-function switch so many times until the last edited menu item appears. Exiting a menu item Change to the “Exit”...

  • Page 21: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    Adjustment range: 0 to −48 dB, adjustable in steps of 6 dB The audio level display “AF” even if the radio microphone is muted, e.g. allowing you to check the adjusted sensitivity before live operation. S e n s i t i v i t y –...
  • Page 22 Input sensitivity is adjusted... Effect/display ... too high Close talking distances, speakers with loud voices or loud music passages cause overmodulation in the transmission link. The audio level display “AF” for the duration of the overmodulation..correctly The audio level display “AF” only during the loudest passages.
  • Page 23 Call up “Name” Via the “Name” menu item, you can enter a freely selectable name (e.g. the name of the performer) for the radio microphone. The name can be displayed on the “Frequency/Name” and Channel” standard displays and can consist of up to 8 characters such as: •...
  • Page 24 A c t i v e Call up “Auto Lock” The lock mode prevents that the radio microphone is accidentally switched off or programed during operation. The lock mode icon current standard display indicates that the lock mode is activated.

  • Page 25: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    “U1” to “U6” – “Tune” When you have selected one of the system banks and then select the “Tune” menu, the radio microphone automatically switches to channel 1 of the frequency bank “U1”. In this case, “U1.1” briefly appears on the display panel.
  • Page 26 Selecting a frequency bank and a channel and assigning this channel a transmission frequency Move the multi-function switch until the “Tune” menu item appears. Keep the multi-function switch pressed until the frequency bank selection appears. Advanced Menu Tune 543.200 MHz Call up “Tune”...
  • Page 27 Displaying the software revision – “Software Revision” You can display the current software revision of the radio microphone. For information on software updates, visit the SKM 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. P i l o t...

  • Page 28: Synchronizing The Radio Microphone With A Receiver

    ...” on page 30. Synchronizing radio microphones with receivers – multi-channel operation Combined with 2000 series receivers, SKM 2000 radio microphones can form transmission links that can be used in multi-channel systems. For information on automatic synchronization of radio microphones with receivers (multi-channel operation), refer to the instruction manual of your receiver.

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Radio Microphone

    Reinsert the foam insert. Replace the sound inlet basket on the microphone head and screw it tight. You should also clean the contact rings of the microphone head from time to time: Wipe the contact rings of the microphone head with a cloth.

  • Page 30: Recommendations And Tips

    • To avoid overloading the receiver, observe a minimum distance of 5 m between transmitting and receiving antennas. • Only hold the radio microphone by its body. If you touch the antenna of the radio microphone, the transmission range will be considerably reduced.

  • Page 31: If A Problem Occurs

    If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser partner for assistance. To find a Sennheiser partner in your country, search at www.sennheiser.com under “Service & Support”. Possible cause...

  • Page 32: Accessories

    502579 MMD 945-1 microphone head, dynamic, super-cardioid 502582 MMK 965-1 BK microphone head, externally polarized dual diaphragm condenser microphone, cardioid/super-cardioid (switchable), black 502583 MMK 965-1 BL microphone head, externally polarized dual diaphragm condenser microphone, cardioid/super-cardioid (switchable), blue 502584...

  • Page 33: Specifications

    ≤ ±15 ppm switchable: typ. 10 mW (Low) typ. 30 mW (Standard) typ. 50 mW (High) can be switched off Sennheiser 80–18,000 Hz ≥ 120 dBA ≤ 0.9% 48 dB, adjustable in 6-dB steps – 10°C to +55°C 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V or BA 2015 accupack 2.4 V...
  • Page 34 Power consumption: • at nominal voltage • with switched-off radio microphone Operating time Dimensions Weight (incl. batteries) In compliance with Europe: Approved by Canada: USA: Microphone heads Microphone head Type MMD 835-1 dynamic MMD 845-1 dynamic MME 865-1 condenser MMD 935-1 dynamic...

  • Page 35: Manufacturer Declarations

    Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements •...
  • Page 36 This class B digital device complies with the Canadian ICES-003. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Sennheiser electronic Corp. may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective...

  • Page 37: Index

    Channel assigning a frequency overview selecting (Frequency Preset) selecting (Tune) Charging accupack battery status display Cleaning (radio microphone) Color-coded protection ring, changing Deactivating (lock mode temporarily) Displays adjusting the contrast of the dis- play panel (LCD Contrast) charge status overview...
  • Page 38 Sensitivity (adjusting the input sensitivity) Setting up multi-channel system transmission link Software Revision (displaying the software revision) Switching on/off Radio microphone Synchronizing (radio microphone/ receiver) Transmission frequency selecting (Frequency Preset) setting (Tune) Transmission power, optimizing Transmission range Tune (setting the transmission...
  • Page 39 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 01/09 www.sennheiser.com 529674/A01...

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