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Sennheiser SKM 300 G3 Instruction Manual

Sennheiser SKM 300 G3 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 SKM 300 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Important safety instructions ..........2 The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone family ......3 The frequency bank system .........3 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...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    • using the products within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. “Improper use” means using the products other than as described in these instructions, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein. SKM 300 G3...

  • Page 4: The Skm 300 G3 Radio Microphone Family

    The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone family The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone family The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone is part of the evolution wireless series generation 3 (ew G3). This series offers high-quality state-of-the-art RF transmission systems with a high level of operational reliability and ease of use.

  • Page 5: Areas Of Application

    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. The frequency banks “U1” to “U6” allow you to freely select and store transmission frequencies.

  • 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 supplement “Framework requirements and restrictions on frequency usage”...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    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) 3 MIC button Body of radio microphone Battery compartment (not visible from outside)

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Lock mode is activated “P” (pilot) Pilot tone transmission is activated “MUTE” Audio signal is muted/ RF signal is deactivated Battery status Charge status: approx. 100% approx. 70% approx. 30% critical charge status, the red LOW BATTERY is flashing: SKM 300 G3...

  • Page 9: Putting The Radio Microphone Into Operation

    Inserting and changing 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 (optional accessory). CAUTION Danger of damage to the radio microphone! When unscrewing the radio microphone during...

  • Page 10: Charging The Accupack

    The LA 2 charging adapter and L 2015 charger can only charge the radio microphone with the BA 2015 accupack installed. Standard batteries (primary cells) or individual rechargeable battery cells cannot be charged in this way. SKM 300 G3...

  • Page 11: Changing The Microphone Head

    When screwing the microphone head back to the radio microphone’s body, the muting function is deactivated and “MUTE” disappears from the display panel. Screw the desired microphone head to the radio microphone. The radio microphone is operational again. 10 | SKM 300 G3...

  • Page 12: Changing The Color-Coded Protection Ring

    Protection rings in different colors are available as accessories. The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone. Remove the color-coded protection ring as shown. Put on a new protection ring as shown. SKM 300 G3 | 11...

  • Page 13: Using The Radio Microphone

    It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 29. If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter receiver, read chapter “Synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver” on page 29. Switching the radio microphone on/off 12 | SKM 300 G3...
  • Page 14 Briefly press the ON/OFF ON/OFF “RF Mute On?” appears on the display panel. Move the multi-function switch. “RF Mute Off?” appears on the display panel. Press the multi-function switch. The transmission icon is displayed again. SKM 300 G3 | 13...

  • Page 15: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    When one of the standard displays is shown The lock mode is automatically activated after 10 seconds. The lock mode icon flashes prior to the lock mode being activated again. 806.125 ew300 G3 MUTE 14 | SKM 300 G3...

  • Page 16: Muting The Audio Signal Or Deactivating The Rf Signal

    • when the pilot tone function is activated on both radio microphone and receiver and, in addition, • this display has been activated via the receiver’s “Warnings” menu item (see the receiver’s instruction manual). SKM 300 G3 | 15...
  • Page 17 “Switching the radio microphone on/off” on page 13. Using the ON/OFF button, you can also activate/ deactivate the RF signal during operation. To do so, briefly press the ON/OFF button and proceed as described on page 13. 16 | SKM 300 G3...

  • Page 18: Selecting A Standard Display

    Selecting a standard display Move the multi-function switch to select a standard display. Contents of the display Selectable standard display “Frequency/Name” 806.125 ew300 G3 MUTE “Channel/Frequency” B.Ch: 01.01 806.125 MUTE “Name/Channel” ew300 G3 B.Ch: 01.01 MUTE SKM 300 G3 | 17...

  • Page 19: Using The Operating Menu

    Using the operating menu Using the operating menu A special feature of the Sennheiser evolution wireless ew 300 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 20 Reset Resets the settings made in the operating menu (see page 28) Software Revision Displays the current software revision (see page 28) Exit Exits the extended menu “Advanced Menu” and returns to the main menu SKM 300 G3 | 19...

  • Page 21: Working With The Operating Menu

    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 repeatedly until the last edited menu item appears. 20 | SKM 300 G3...
  • Page 22 Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level or exit the operating menu and return to the current standard display. To directly return to the current standard display: Press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF SKM 300 G3 | 21...

  • Page 23: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    ... correctly The audio level display “AF” shows full deflection only during the loudest passages..too low The transmission link is under- modulated. This results in a signal with high background noise. 22 | SKM 300 G3...
  • Page 24 Via the “Name” menu item, you can enter a freely selectable name for the radio microphone. The name can be displayed on the “Frequency/Name” and “Name/Channel” standard displays and can consist of up to 8 characters such as: • letters (without pronounciation marks), SKM 300 G3 | 23...

  • Page 25: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    “U1” to “U6” and assign this channel a transmission frequency. It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 29. 24 | SKM 300 G3...
  • Page 26 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 “Mute Select the desired Store the setting Mode” setting “Stored” SKM 300 G3 | 25...
  • Page 27 Store the setting “RF Power” setting “Stored” Via the “RF Power” menu item, you can adjust the transmission power in two steps. It is vital to observe the notes on the supplied frequency information sheet! 26 | SKM 300 G3...
  • Page 28 G3 w G1 ... deactivate the pilot tone function on the ew 300 G3 radio microphone. w G1 w G3 ... deactivate the pilot tone function on the ew 300 G3 receiver. SKM 300 G3 | 27...
  • Page 29 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 300 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com. 28 | SKM 300 G3...

  • Page 30: Synchronizing The Radio Microphone With A Receiver

    For information on automatic synchronization of radio microphones with receivers (multi-channel operation), refer to the instruction manual of your receiver. For more information on multi-channel operation, visit the SKM 300 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com. SKM 300 G3 | 29...

  • Page 31: Cleaning And Maintaining The Radio Microphone

    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. 30 | SKM 300 G3...

  • Page 32: Recommendations And Tips

    “1” to “20” accommodates factory-preset frequencies which are inter- modulation-free. • When using several radio microphones/ transmitters simultaneously, interference can be avoided by maintaining a minimum distance of 20cm between two radio microphones/ transmitters. SKM 300 G3 | 31...

  • Page 33: 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”.

  • Page 34: Specifications

    • at nominal voltage typ. 180 mA (30 mW) • with switched-off radio ≤ 25 μA microphone Operating time typ. 8 h approx. ∅ 50 mm x Dimensions 265 mm Weight (incl. batteries) approx. 450 g SKM 300 G3 | 33...

  • Page 35: Polar Diagrams And Frequency Response Curves Of The Microphone Heads

    16000 Hz 16000 Hz Polar diagram MME 865-1 0° 30° 30° 60° 60° 90° 90° 120° 120° 125 Hz 2000 Hz 150° 150° 250 Hz 4000 Hz 180° 8000 Hz 500 Hz 1000 Hz 16000 Hz 34 | SKM 300 G3...
  • Page 36 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° SKM 300 G3 | 35...

  • Page 37: 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 web site at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements •...
  • Page 38 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. SKM 300 G3 | 37...
  • Page 39 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 10/11 www.sennheiser.com 547009/A01...

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