Sennheiser SKM 300 G3 - 01-09 Instruction Manual
Sennheiser SKM 300 G3 - 01-09 Instruction Manual

Sennheiser SKM 300 G3 - 01-09 Instruction Manual

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SKM 300
Bedienungsanleitung
Instruction manual
Notice d'emploi
Istruzioni per l'uso
Instrucciones de uso
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Manual de instruções

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  • Page 1 SKM 300 Bedienungsanleitung Instruction manual Notice d’emploi Istruzioni per l’uso Instrucciones de uso Gebruiksaanwijzing Manual de instruções...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Areas of application ............4 Delivery includes ..............5 Product overview ..............6 Overview of the SKM 300 G3 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

    • Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual. • Use only a cloth for cleaning the product. • Do not place the product near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 4: The Skm 300 G3 Radio Microphone Family

    Channel 1 – freely selectable frequency Channel 2 – freely selectable frequency Frequency bank U1 ... U6 Channel 24 – freely selectable frequency Each of the channels in the frequency banks “1” to “20” has been factory-preset to a fixed frequency (frequency preset).
  • Page 5: Areas Of Application

    The factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free. These frequencies cannot be changed. 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 300 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
  • Page 6: Delivery Includes

    Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SKM 300 G3 radio microphone incl. microphone head 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V 1 microphone clamp 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 1 RF licensing information sheet...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product overview Overview of the SKM 300 G3 radio microphone » Microphone head (interchangeable) Name and pick-up pattern of the microphone head (not visible here, see page 4) button Body of radio microphone Battery compartment (not visible from outside) Display panel, backlit in orange...
  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the radio microphone displays the stan- dard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 16. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.
  • Page 9: Putting The Radio Microphone Into Operation

    When screwing the lower part of the radio micro- phone back to the radio microphone’s body, the muting is canceled. “MUTE” disappears from the display panel. Slide back the lower part of the radio microphone as far as it will go. Open the battery compartment cover...
  • Page 10: Charging The Accupack

    Putting the radio microphone into operation Insert the batteries or the BA 2015 accupack as shown on the battery compartment cover. Observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries/accupack. Close the battery compartment cover Push the battery compartment into the radio micro- phone’s body.
  • Page 11: Changing The Microphone Head

    Changing the microphone head The microphone head is easy to change. Unscrew the microphone head Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the microphone head . The contacts can become dirty or damaged if touched.
  • Page 12: Changing The Color-Coded Protection Ring

    Protection rings in different colors are available as acces- sories (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 31). The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone. Remove the color-coded protection ring as shown.
  • Page 13: Using The Radio Microphone

    27. If you cannot establish a transmission link between radio microphone and receiver, refer to the chapter “Synchro- nizing the radio microphone with a receiver” on page 27. Switching the radio microphone on/off To switch the radio microphone...
  • Page 14 Mute” appears on the receiver’s display panel. 531.375 ew300 G3 MUTE Use this function to save battery power or to prepare a radio microphone for use during live oper- ation without causing interference to existing trans- mission links. activate signal:...
  • Page 15: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 23). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deac- tivate it In order to be able to operate the radio microphone: Press the multi-function switch. “Locked“ appears on the display panel.
  • Page 16 The radio microphone reacts as indicated in the table. The current state of the muting function or the RF signal is displayed on the display panel of the radio microphone (see next section). An additional display of the muting function appears on the receiver’s display panel when...
  • Page 17: Selecting A Standard Display

    “MUTE” is not displayed Receiver’s display panel: “RF Mute” is not displayed You can also deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, refer to the chapter “Switching the radio microphone on/off” on page 13. Using the ON/OFF button, you can also activate/ deactivate the RF signal during operation.
  • Page 18: Using The Operating Menu

    Using the operating menu Using the operating menu A special feature of the Sennheiser ew G3 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 19: Overview Of The Operating Menu

    Adjusts the contrast of the display panel (see page 26) Reset Resets the settings made in the operating menu (see page 26) Software Revision Displays the current software revision (see page 26) Exit Exits the extended menu “Advanced Menu” and returns to the main menu...
  • Page 20: Working With 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 21 Using the operating menu Exiting a menu item Change to the “Exit” menu item. Menu Exit Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level. To directly return to the current standard display: Press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF...
  • Page 22: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    Store the setting “Sensitivity” setting “Stored” Adjustment range: 0 to −48 dB, adjustable in steps of 6 dB The audio level display “AF” always indicates the audio level, even if the radio microphone is muted, e.g. allowing you to check the adjusted sensitivity before live operation.
  • Page 23 L i c h a e l Call up “Name” Enter a character Enter a character; and confirm store the setting “Stored” Via the “Name” menu, you can enter a freely selectable name (e.g. the name of the performer) for the radio micro- phone.
  • Page 24: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    The name can be displayed on the standard displays “Frequency/Name” and “Name/Frequency bank/Channel”. The name can consist of up to 8 characters such as: • letters (without pronounciation marks), • numbers from 0 to 9, • special characters and spaces.
  • Page 25 Set the desired frequency. Press the multi-function switch. Your settings are stored. You are back to the operating menu. Selecting a frequency bank and a channel and assigning this channel a frequency Move the multi-function switch until the “Tune” menu item appears.
  • Page 26 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Setting the mode for the MIC button – “Mute Mode” Advanced Menu Mute Mode Mute Mode Mute Mode AF On/Off RF On/Off AF On/Off Call up Select the desired Store the setting “Mute Mode”...
  • Page 27 300 G3 receiver. Adjusting the contrast of the display panel – “LCD Contrast“ You can adjust the contrast of the display panel in 16 steps. Resetting the settings made in the operating menu – “Reset” Advanced Menu...
  • Page 28: Synchronizing The Radio Microphone With A Receiver

    Make sure that you set the radio microphone to the same frequency bank and the same channel as the receiver (see page 22). If you still cannot establish a transmission link, refer to the chapter “If a problem occurs ...” on page 30. Synchronizing radio microphones with receivers –...
  • Page 29: Cleaning The Radio Microphone

    Only clean the upper sound inlet basket. Remove the foam insert. To clean the sound inlet basket: – Use a cloth to clean the upper sound inlet basket from the inside and outside. – Scrub with a brush and rinse with clear water.
  • Page 30: Recommendations And Tips

    ... for optimum reception • Transmission range depends to a large extent on loca- tion and can vary from about 10 m to about 150 m. There should be a “free line of sight” between trans- mitting and receiving antennas.
  • 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...
  • Page 32: Accessories And Spare Parts

    Accessories and spare parts Accessories and spare parts The following accessories are available from your specialist dealer: Cat. No. Product name and description 009950 BA 2015 accupack 009828 L 2015 charger 503162 LA 2 charging adapter 503168 CC 3 system case...
  • Page 33: Specifications

    626–668, 734–776, 780–822, 823–865 MHz (A–E, G, see page 3) Transmission frequencies 1,680 frequencies, tune- able in steps of 25 kHz 20 frequency banks, each with up to 24 factory- preset channels 6 frequency banks, each with up to 24 user...
  • Page 34: Polar Diagrams And Frequency Response Curves Of The Microphone Heads

    Max. SPL 154 dB SPL 154 dB SPL 152 dB SPL Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphone heads Polar diagram MMD 835-1 Polar diagram MMD 845-1 0° 0° 30° 30° 30° 30°...
  • Page 35 Specifications Frequency response curve MMD 835-1 1.000 10.000 Frequency response curve MMD 845-1 1.000 10.000 Frequency response curve MME 865-1 1.000 10.000 0° 90°...
  • Page 36: Manufacturer Declarations

    This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason- able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 37 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
  • Page 38: Index

    14 Displays adjusting the contrast (LCD Contrast) 26 charge status 7 overview 7 standard displays 16 Factory default settings (resetting the settings in the operating menu) 26 Frequency preset frequencies 3 ~ ranges 3 selecting ~ presets 22...
  • Page 39 ~ 4 Modulation (input sensitivity/adjusting the sensitivity) 21 Multi-channel operation 27 Mute Mode (setting the mode for the MIC button) 25 Muting (audio signal) 14 Name (entering a name) 22 Offline operation (RF signal deactivated) 13 Online operation (RF signal activated) 12...
  • Page 40 Index Transmission frequency selecting (Frequency Preset) 22 setting (Tune) 23 Transmission link, establishing 27 Troubleshooting 30 Tune (setting a transmission frequency) 23 Unlock (deactivating the lock mode) 14 Using operating menu 19 radio microphone 12...
  • Page 41 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 01/09 www.sennheiser.com 529672/A01...

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