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Sennheiser SK 500 G3 User Manual

Sennheiser SK 500 G3 User Manual

Bodypack transmitter for a wireless microphone
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Contents
Important safety instructions .......................................................................... 2
The SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter ............................................................. 3
The frequency bank system ....................................................................... 3
Areas of application ..................................................................................... 4
Delivery includes .................................................................................................. 5
Product overview ................................................................................................. 6
Overview of the SK 500 bodypack transmitter ...................................... 6
Overview of the displays ............................................................................. 7
Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation ....................................... 8
Inserting the batteries/accupack .............................................................. 8
Charging the accupack ................................................................................. 8
Attaching and positioning the microphones .......................................... 9
Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing ................................ 10
Using the bodypack transmitter ................................................................... 11
Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off ........................................ 11
Deactivating the lock mode temporarily .............................................. 12
or deactivating the RF signal .................................................................. 12
Selecting a standard display ................................................................... 13
Using the operating menu ............................................................................. 14
The buttons ................................................................................................ 14
Overview of the operating menu ........................................................... 14
Working with the operating menu ........................................................ 15
Adjusting settings via the operating menu ............................................... 17
Adjustment tips ................................................................................................ 22
Cleaning the bodypack transmitter ............................................................. 22
If a problem occurs ... ....................................................................................... 23
Specifications .................................................................................................... 24
Connector assignment .............................................................................. 25
Manufacturer Declarations ............................................................................. 26
For more detailed information on the individual sections
of this instruction manual, visit the SK 500 G3 product
page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
There you can also view an animated instruction manual.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Connector assignment ................25 Manufacturer Declarations ................26 For more detailed information on the individual sections of this instruction manual, visit the SK 500 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. There you can also view an animated instruction manual.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    • Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser. • When replacement parts are required, only use 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 3: The Sk 500 G3 Bodypack Transmitter

    For an overview of the frequency presets, please refer to the supplied frequency information sheet. Updated versions of the frequency informa- tion sheet can be downloaded from the SK 500 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 4: Areas Of Application

    G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 4 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 The SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter Areas of application The bodypack transmitter can be combined with the EM 500 G3 rack- mount receiver. The EM 500 G3 rack-mount receiver is available in the same UHF frequency ranges and is equipped with the same frequency bank system.

  • Page 5: Delivery Includes

    G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 5 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet...

  • Page 6: Product Overview

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 6 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Product overview Product overview Overview of the SK 500 bodypack transmitter » ³ · ¿ ² ´ ² ¹ ¶ º ¸ ¾ µ ¸ ³ Microphone/instrument input (MIC/LINE), 3.5 mm jack socket, lockable ·...

  • Page 7: Overview Of The Displays

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 7 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 13. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx.

  • Page 8: Putting The Bodypack Transmitter Into Operation

    (e.g. guitars). DC powering of the condenser ³). microphones is via the audio input (3.5 mm jack socket MIC/LINE Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the optional CI 1 instrument cable (see pagec4). Connect the 3.5 mm jack plug from the Sennheiser microphone or ³.

  • Page 9: Attaching And Positioning The Microphones

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 9 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Attaching and positioning the microphones ME 2 Use the microphone clip to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel). Attach the ME 2 microphone as close as possible to the sound source. The ME 2 clip-on microphone has an omni-directional pick-up pattern.

  • Page 10: Attaching The Bodypack Transmitter To Clothing

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 10 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation HSP 2/HSP 4 Adjust the headmic so that a comfortable and secure fit is ensured. The HSP 2 headmic has an omni-directional pick-up pattern. It is therefore not necessary to position it precisely.

  • Page 11: Using The Bodypack Transmitter

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 11 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Using the bodypack transmitter Using the bodypack transmitter Establish a transmission link as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 2. Switch the bodypack transmitter on (see below). The transmission link is established and the display backlighting of the receiver changes from red to orange.

  • Page 12: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 12 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Using the bodypack transmitter activate signal: Briefly press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF “RF Mute Off” appears on the display panel. Press the button. The transmission icon is displayed again. Deactivating the lock mode temporarily The bodypack transmitter has an automatic lock mode that you can activate or deactivate via the...

  • Page 13: Selecting A Standard Display

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 13 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Using the bodypack transmitter From the “Mute Mode” menu item, select the desired setting (see pagec20). Exit the operating menu. · Slide the MUTE switch to the left, to the position MUTE. The bodypack transmitter reacts as indicated in the table.

  • Page 14: Using The Operating Menu

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 14 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Using the operating menu Using the operating menu The buttons Button Function of the button Press the • Switches the bodypack transmitter on and off ON/OFF button • Cancels the entry and returns to the current ON/OFF standard display (ESC function) •...

  • Page 15: Working With The Operating Menu

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 15 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Using the operating menu Display Function of the menu item LCD Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the display panel (see pagec21) Reset Resets the bodypack transmitter (see pagec21) Software Revision Displays the current software revision (see pagec21)
  • Page 16 ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 16 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Using the operating menu Exiting a menu item To return to the next higher menu level: 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...

  • Page 17: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    The relevant information is marked with the sync icon. For more detailed information on the operating menu, visit the SK 500 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com. The main menu “Menu” Adjusting the input sensitivity – “Sensitivity”...
  • Page 18 ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 18 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Selecting the frequency bank and the channel manually – “Frequency Preset” Frequency Preset Frequency Preset Menu B.Ch: 5.14 B.Ch: 1.14 Frequency Preset B.Ch: 5.14 543.200 543.200...

  • Page 19: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 19 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Press the rocker button to select the desired setting. Press the button to store the setting. For information on how to use the lock mode, refer to page 12. The extended menu “Advanced Menu”...
  • Page 20 ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 20 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Setting the mode for the MUTE switch – “Mute Mode” Advanced Menu Mute Mode Mute Mode Mute Mode AF On/Off RF On/Off AF On/Off Call up Select the desired...
  • Page 21 For an overview of the factory-preset default setting, refer to the supplied frequency information sheet. Displaying the software revision – “Software Revision” You can display the current software revision of the bodypack transmitter. For information on software updates, visit the SK 500 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.

  • Page 22: Adjustment Tips

    For information on automatic synchronization of bodypack transmitters with receivers (multi-channel operation), refer to the instruction manual of your receiver. For more information on multi-channel operation, visit the SK 500 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com. Cleaning the bodypack transmitter CAUTION!

  • Page 23: 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 24: Specifications

    10 mW (low) switchable typ. 30 mW (standard) Pilot tone squelch can be switched off AF characteristics Compander system Sennheiser AF frequency response microphone: 80–18,000 Hz line: 25–18,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio t 115 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) d 0.9% Max.

  • Page 25: Connector Assignment

    ew G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 25 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 Specifications Approved by Canada Industry Canada RSS 210 IC 2099A-G3SK limited to 806 MHz FCC-Part 74 FCC-ID: DMO G3SK limited to 698 MHz Microphones ME 2 ME 3 ME 4 Microphone type condenser condenser...

  • Page 26: Manufacturer Declarations

    G3 SK 500_529695_0109_SP8_PRT.book Seite 26 Donnerstag, 5. Februar 2009 12:43 12 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.

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