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 ..................
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser. • When replacement parts are required, only use replacement parts spec- ified by Sennheiser or those having the same characteristics as the orig- inal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
The SKM 2000 radio microphone This radio microphone is part of the 2000 series. With this series, Sennheiser offers high-quality state-of-the-art RF transmission systems with a high level of operational reliability and ease of use. Transmitters and receivers permit wireless transmission with studio-quality sound.
The SKM 2000 radio microphone The frequency bank system The radio microphone is available in 5 UHF frequency ranges with up to 3,000 transmission frequencies per frequency range: Range GBw: 606 – 678 Range Aw: Range Gw: Range Bw: Range Cw: Range Dw: 516 –...
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 identification rings 1 pouch 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 1 RF power information sheet...
Product overview Product overview Overview of the SKM 2000 radio microphone ³ ¾ Microphone head Operation and battery status (interchangeable) indicator, red LED: · lit = Name and pick-up pattern of the flashing = LOW BATT microphone head µ »...
Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the radio microphone displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to Seite 14. The display backlighting is automati- cally reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 543.200 **2000** MUTE...
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. Unscrew the lower part of the radio microphone from the radio micro- ¿ phone’s body by turning it counterclockwise.
L 2015 charger (both the charger and the charging adapter are avail- able as optional accessories – information on accessories can be found on our web site at www.sennheiser.com). The LA 2 charging adapter and L 2015 charger can only charge the radio microphone with the BA 2015 accupack installed.
Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the microphone head Unscrew the microphone head ³. ³ Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the microphone head ³. The contacts can become dirty or damaged if touched. ³...
Using the radio microphone Changing the color-coded protection ring º ¸ The color-coded protection ring prevents the multi-function switch º from accidental operation. Protection rings in different colors are avail- able as accessories. The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone.
Using the radio microphone Switching the radio microphone on/off To switch the radio microphone (online operation): button ¹. Briefly press the ON/OFF ON/OFF ¾ The red lights up. The “Frequency/Name” standard display appears on the display panel. The transmission icon is displayed.The radio microphone transmits an RF signal.
Using the radio microphone activate signal: Briefly press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF “RF Mute On?” appears on the display panel. Move the multi-function switch upwards/downwards. “RF Mute Off?” appears on the display panel. Press the multi-function switch. The transmission icon is displayed again.
Using the radio microphone 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“ auf Seite 12. Deactivating the RF signal during operation When one of the standard displays is shown on the display ON/OFF panel, briefly press the...
Using the operating menu Using the operating menu The buttons Button Function of the button Press the • Switches the radio microphone on and off ON/OFF button • Cancels the entry and returns to the current standard display (ESC function) ON/OFF •...
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Using the operating menu Display Function of the menu item Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Adjusts the sensitivity “AF” Frequency Preset Changes the frequency bank and the channel Name Enters the transmitter name Low Cut Activates/deactivates the low-cut filter Auto Lock Activates/deactivates the automatic lock mode Advanced Calls up the extended 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 (siehe Seite 13). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu.
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Using the operating menu Canceling an entry Press the ON/OFF button to cancel the entry. 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.
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 corresponding product page at www.sennheiser.com.
Cleaning the radio microphone Cleaning the radio microphone CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the radio micro- phone! Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the radio microphone. Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the radio microphone from time to time.
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”.
10 mW (Low) typ. 30 mW (Standard) typ. 50 mW (High) Pilot tone squelch can be switched off AF characteristics Compander system Sennheiser AF frequency response 80–18,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 120 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) ≤ 0.9%...
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Specifications Power consumption: • at nominal voltage typ. 180 mA (30 mW) • with switched-off ≤ 25 μA radio microphone Operating time typ. 8 hrs ∅ Dimensions approx. 50 x 265 mm Weight (incl. batteries) approx. 380 g In compliance with Europe EN 301489-1/-9 Radio...
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