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  • Page 1 System Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Important safety instructions ........2 Optimum sound the easy way .

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    14. Only use attachments, accessories or spare parts specified by Sennheiser 15. Only use the products with the carts, stands, tripods, brackets, or tables specified by Sennheiser, or sold with the products.
  • Page 5 • explosion, • fire development, • heat generation, • smoke or gas development. Sennheiser does not accept any liability for damage arising from abuse or mis- use. Keep away from children. Only charge rechargeable batteries with chargers recommended by Sennheiser.
  • Page 6 It is considered improper use when the products are used for any application not named in the instruction manuals of the products. Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from abuse or misuse of the products and their accessories.

  • Page 7: Optimum Sound The Easy Way

    WiFi or Bluetooth • Long battery life • Centralized remote control, monitoring and firmware updating via the “Wireless System Remote” (WSR) app or the “Sennheiser D1 SL Updater” software • Convenient access to help functions via QR codes...

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Package contents Package contents Lavalier Headmic Instrument Vocal Sets Package contents ew D1-835-S ew D1-845-S ew D1-935 ew D1-945 ew D1-ME2 ew D1-ME3 ew D1-CI1 EM D1 rack receiver SK D1 – – – – bodypack transmitter ME 2-2 – –...

  • Page 9: Product Overviews

    Product overviews Product overviews The transmitters and the receiver are available in different country variants: • -H variants are available in Europe, the UK and all other countries in which the products are distributed • -NH variants are available in the Americas, China and Australia •...
  • Page 10 Product overviews Status LED A radio link to the transmitter is established. The batteries of the received lights up green: transmitter are sufficiently charged. PAIR button has been short-pressed. Paired devices are being identified. flashes green: PAIR button has been long-pressed. The receiver establishes a radio link to a transmitter whose PAIR button has also been long-pressed.
  • Page 11 Product overviews Displays and icons on the receiver's display panel Standard display The standard display appears automatically after switch-on or when no but- ton has been pressed on the receiver for a long period of time. The brightness of the standard display automatically dims after a few minutes. EQ DE-S AGC NAME 10 h...
  • Page 12 Product overviews Extended standard display The extended standard display appears when you turn the jog dial to the left. Audio out: 10 dB Low cut filter: Pick-up pattern of the microphone used For details, see page 24. Status of the low-cut filter (ON/OFF) For details, see page 32.

  • Page 13: Skm D1, Skm-S D1 And Sk D1 Transmitters

    Product overviews SKM D1, SKM-S D1 and SK D1 transmitters Operating elements of the SKM D1 and SKM-S D1 handheld transmitters SKM-S D1 SKM D1 Mute Unscrewable microphone head For details, see page 24. Do not cover the microphone head during transmission to avoid chang- ing the characteristics of the pick-up pattern.
  • Page 14 Product overviews Operating elements of the SK D1 bodypack transmitter 1 ON/OFF button Short-press to switch the bodypack transmitter on. Long-press to switch the bodypack transmitter off (for details, see page 26). 3.5 mm jack socket for connecting the clip-on or headset microphone Mic/Line Status LED A radio link to the receiver is established.

  • Page 15: Displays Of The Transmitters

    Product overviews Displays of the transmitters NAME Name of the radio link For details, see page 32. 7-segment display of the battery For details, see page 27. or accupack capacity 6-segment RF signal level display Displays the field strength of the trans- mitted signal at the receiver.

  • Page 16: Me 3-Ii Headset Microphone

    Product overviews ME 3-II headset microphone Microphone capsule with lateral sound inlet and cardioid pick-up pattern with windshield Flexible microphone for precise positioning of the microphone at the corner boom of the mouth Ear hooks for a secure fit on the ears Clips for attaching the connection cable to the ear hook Connection cable...

  • Page 17: Putting The Products Into Operation

    Possible sources of interference use e.g. WiFi or Bluetooth. Infrared remote controls and headphones, DECT headphones and UHF radio links (e.g. Sennheiser evolution wireless G3) do not represent a source of interference and can remain switched on. You can identify and locate sources of interference using a WiFi scan- ning tool.

  • Page 18: Putting The Receiver Into Operation

    Putting the products into operation Putting the receiver into operation Fitting the device feet ATTENTION Risk of staining of furniture surfaces! Some furniture surfaces have been treated with varnish, polish or synthetics which might cause stains when they come into contact with other synthetics. Despite a thorough testing of the synthetics used by us, we cannot rule out the possibility of staining.
  • Page 19 Putting the products into operation Connect the supplied 2G4 rod antennas to the two R-SMA sockets at the rear of the receiver. Align the 2G4 rod antennas vertically upwards. When rack-mounting the receiver, you should use the GA 4 rack-mount kit to mount the receiver antennas to the front of the rack (see next chapter).
  • Page 20 Putting the products into operation 2 rack mount “ears” 1 blanking plate 1 jointing plate 2 R-SMA extension cables Screw-in R-SMA sockets R-SMA connectors with washers and nuts 2 blanking plugs for closing off the antenna holes in the blanking plate 2 recessed head screws 6 recessed head screws Mounting a single receiver into a rack...
  • Page 21 Putting the products into operation Mounting the rod antennas to the front of the rack When mounting only one receiver into a rack, you can mount the receiver‘s antenna connections to the front of the rack. This can improve reception. Screw the two R-SMA sockets of the R-SMA extension cables to the blanking plate...
  • Page 22 (tablet or smartphone). “Sennheiser D1 SL Updater” software You can use the “Sennheiser D1 SL Updater” software to update the device firmware (for details, see page 39). For this, you require any router or a switch, a sufficient number of network cables and a computer running Windows 7 or higher.
  • Page 23 Putting the products into operation Connect a standard network cable (at least Cat 5) to the Ethernet socket of your receiver. Connect your receiver to the Ethernet switch or the dual-band WiFi router. Connect either a computer to the Ethernet switch or connect the computer or the mobile devices to the WiFi router.

  • Page 24: Putting The Bodypack Transmitter Into Operation

    You can power the bodypack transmitter with the supplied B 30 battery box and two 1.5 V AA size batteries. Optionally, you can also use the Sennheiser BA 30 accupack (3.6 V). The accupack must be charged before first time use. The accupack can remain in the bodypack transmitter for charging.

  • Page 25: Preparing The Headset Microphone For Use

    Putting the products into operation Preparing the headset microphone for use Adjusting the microphone boom and the neckband padding For best possible comfort and optimum fit of the headset microphone, the neckband padding and the microphone boom have to be adjusted to properly fit your head.

  • Page 26: Putting The Handheld Transmitter Into Operation

    You can power the handheld transmitter with the supplied B 10 battery box and two 1.5 V AA size batteries. Optionally, you can also use the Sennheiser BA 10 accupack (3.6 V). The accupack must be charged before first time use (see page 25).

  • Page 27: Recharging The Accupack

    Putting the products into operation Recharging the accupack If you use the optional BA 10 or BA 30 accupacks, you can charge them via a standard USB power supply/charger or via the USB port of a computer. The BA 30 accupack of the bodypack transmitter can remain in the bodypack transmitter for charging.

  • Page 28: Using The Products

    Using the products Using the products The Sennheiser series offers true ease of use: The devices of a set are already paired and are therefore ready for immediate use. The receiver features automatic frequency management and continually scans the RF environment for usable, interference-free frequencies. To ensure optimum levels, the transmitters automatically set the correct microphone sensitivity.

  • Page 29: Checking The Charge Status Of The Batteries Or Accupacks

    Using the products Switching the handheld transmitter off Long-press the ON/OFF button in the direction of the transmitter body. LONG = OFF The display panel and the status LED go off. Checking the charge status of the batteries or accupacks When the capacity of the batteries or the accupack is so low that the remain- ing battery life is less than 30 minutes, the status LED on both the transmitter and the receiver flashes red.

  • Page 30: Muting The Bodypack Transmitter Or The Skm-S D1 Handheld Transmitter

    Using the products Muting the bodypack transmitter or the SKM-S D1 handheld transmitter Both the bodypack transmitter and the SKM-S D1 handheld transmitter have MUTE switch that mutes the audio signal without switching the transmitter off. In order that a transmitter can be muted, its MUTE switch must be acti- vated (see page 35).

  • Page 31: Identifying Paired Devices

    Using the products ATTENTION Breakdown of radio links during the firmware update All radio links are subject to interference during the firmware update pro- cess and can therefore not be used for audio transmission. Never update the firmware during a performance. Identifying paired devices You can perform a pairing identification to see which transmitter is paired with which receiver.

  • Page 32: Using The Operating Menu Of The Receiver

    Using the products Using the operating menu of the receiver Using the buttons for navigation Button Function • Short-press: Switches the receiver on • Long-press: Switches the receiver off Press the STANDBY button • Navigates to the next higher level in the menu SHORT •...
  • Page 33 Using the products Level 1 Level 2 To ... See … Audio Low Cut filter out low-frequency noise page 32 Settings Equalizer select a sound profile or manually page 32 adjust the equalizer De-Esser attenuate sibilants page 33 Auto Gain activate/deactivate the dynamic com- page 33 Control...
  • Page 34 Using the products Changing the name of the radio link You can change the name of the radio link. This name is displayed on the dis- play panels of the paired devices. Select Name. Select and confirm the character that you want to change. Then select the new character.
  • Page 35 Using the products Select one of the seven frequencies (50, 125, 315, 800, 2k, 5k or 10k) and EQUALIZER press the jog dial. 125 315 800 2k 5k 10k SAVE –5 –10 –15 50 Hz 125 Hz 315 Hz 800 Hz 2 kHz 5 kHz 10 kHz...
  • Page 36 Using the products Coarsely adjusting the output level of the receiver (Mic/Line) You can coarsely adjust the output level of the receiver to match the input (mic or line) of the connected mixing console. Select Audio Settings – Output Type. Effects Reset Audio Level 10 dB...
  • Page 37 Factory Reset Select System Settings – Help. Select the desired help function. Selection Help function QR code Link Setup You are redirected sennheiser.com/D1-setup Guide to the page for downloading the setup guide. Operation You are redirected sennheiser.com/D1-manual Manual to the page for downloading this system manual.
  • Page 38 Using the products Use a QR scanner (e.g. your smartphone or a reading device for QR codes) to scan the QR code that appears on the receiver display panel or follow the given link in your browser. Alternatively, you can click on the desired link in the above table. Retrieving system information You can display the serial number and the current firmware version of the receiver.
  • Page 39 Using the products Changing the gateway address You can change the gateway of the receiver. Select Network Settings – Gateway. 0.0.0.0. Subnet 0.0.0.0. Enter the gateway address. Gateway 0.0.0.0. Network Select Save and confirm by pressing the jog dial. IPv6 1188:80F3:1388:... MAC 00:1B:66:7D:56:D3 Displaying the IPv6 address Select Network Settings –...

  • Page 40: Controlling, Monitoring Or Updating Devices Via The Network

    “Sennheiser D1 SL Updater” software You can use the “Sennheiser D1 SL Updater” software to update the firmware. Monitoring devices using the “WSR” app The free “Wireless System Remote” (WSR) app is available in the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.
  • Page 41 You can either use the “Wireless System Remote” (WSR) app or the “Sennheiser D1 SL Updater” software to update the firmware. Both the app and the software can be downloaded free of charge. The app and the software automatically detect all receivers in the network, read their firmware version and offer to update the firmware if a newer ver- sion is available.
  • Page 42 Download the firmware file in advance via the Sennheiser Downloadarea and save it, for example, on a USB flash drive. Install the “Sennheiser D1 SL Updater” software on the computer. The soft- ware can be downloaded from the following URL: www.sennheiser.com/ D1-app.
  • Page 43 Using the products If you cannot access the Internet: Click Browse and navigate to the firmware file you saved. The software displays the receiver information in list form. If a newer firmware is available, its version number appears in the Latest Release drop-down list.

  • Page 44: Cleaning And Maintaining The Products

    Cleaning and maintaining the products Cleaning and maintaining the products Important safety instructions ATTENTION Liquids can damage the electronics of the devices Liquids entering the housing of the devices can cause a short-circuit and dam- age the electronics. Only clean the devices with a soft, dry cloth. ATTENTION Damage to the surfaces of the devices Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surfaces of the devices.
  • Page 45 Cleaning and maintaining the products Remove the foam insert from the upper part of the sound inlet basket. Use a dry cloth to clean the upper part of the sound inlet basket from the inside and outside. Reinsert the foam insert into the upper part of the sound inlet basket. Screw the upper part of the sound inlet basket back to the lower part.

  • Page 46: If A Problem Occurs

    If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Possible solution Page No sound The receiver is not connected properly. Connect the receiver properly. The amplifier or mixing console is not Refer to the instruction manual of the connected, not switched on or adjusted to a too amplifier or mixing console.

  • Page 47: Reacting To Messages Displayed On The Display Panel

    If a problem occurs that is not listed in the tables 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...

  • Page 48: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications System AF frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz Dynamic range > 128 dB (A) THD (1 kHz) typ. < 0.1 % Audio sampling 24 bit/48 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio typ. 109 dB (A) RF frequency ranges 2,400 to 2,483.5 MHz Modulation GFSK with back channel Transmission method...
  • Page 49 Specifications SKM D1 and SKM-S D1 RF output power adaptive, up to 100 mW or 10 mW (country-specific) AF frequency response 50 to 20,000 Hz Input sensitivity automatic sensitivity adjustment Power supply Batteries: 2 x AA size battery (1.5 V) Accupack*: BA 10 (Li-Ion, 3.6 V) Operating time...
  • Page 50 Specifications Microphones MMD 835-1 Microphone type dynamic Sensitivity 2.1 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern cardioid Max. SPL 154 dB SPL MMD 845-1 Microphone type dynamic Sensitivity 1.6 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern super-cardioid Max. SPL 154 dB SPL MMD 935-1 Microphone type dynamic Sensitivity 2.5 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern cardioid...
  • Page 51 Specifications Power supply units NT 12-4C Nominal input voltage 100 to 240 V~ Power frequency 50 or 60 Hz Input current max. 120 mA Nominal output voltage 12 V ≤ 0.3 W Standby power consumption Energy efficiency level Operating temperature –10 °C to +55 °C Storage temperature –20 °C to +70 °C...
  • Page 52 Specifications Korea KTL SU 10524-13002 (NT 2-3 only) Russia ME95 Optional accupacks BA 10 Charging capacity 2,200 mAh Output voltage 3.6 V BA 30 Charging capacity 2,030 mAh Output voltage 3.7 V In compliance with: Europe EN 301489-1/-6/-17 Safety IEC/EN 62133 USA/Canada Rechargeable battery cells...

  • Page 53: Licenses

    Specifications Bodypack transmitter Licenses CSR - aptX® Live Codec aptX® Live, which is used in this microphone, is provided by CSR. Designed specifically for digital wireless microphones, aptX® Live delivers exceptional acoustic quality with a dynamic range in excess of 120 dB and a coding delay of under 2 ms.
  • Page 54 Specifications OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. GNU GPL version 2 To obtain the source code of software components licensed under the GPL v2, please submit a written request to us.
  • Page 55 Specifications 4. The Font Software, modified or unmodified, in part or in whole, must be distributed entirely under this license, and must not be distributed under any other license. The requirement for fonts to remain under this license does not affect any document created using the Font Software, except any version of the Font Software extracted from a document created using the Font Software may only be distributed under this license.

  • Page 56: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Receiver • EM D1 rack receiver incl. NT 2-3 or NT 12-4C power supply unit incl. GA 4 rack-mount kit Mounting accessories for the receiver • GA 4 rack-mount kit Connection cable • CI 1 guitar cable Transmitters •...
  • Page 57 Accessories Battery boxes and optional accupacks • B 10 battery box for the handheld transmitter • B 30 battery box for the bodypack transmitter • BA 10 accupack for the handheld transmitter • BA 30 accupack for the bodypack transmitter Protective case •...

  • Page 58: Manufacturer Declarations

    Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty • Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on the products of the Sennheiser system. • For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.
  • Page 59 NOTICE: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Sennheiser Electronic Corporation may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. NOTE: 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.
  • Page 60 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Publ. 01/15, 560086/A01...

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