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  • Page 1 SK 500 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Specifications... 33 Connector assignment ... 34 Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphones... 35 Manufacturer Declarations... 36 Index... 38 An animated instruction manual can be viewed on the SK 500 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. Contents...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses 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 4: The Sk 500 G3 Bodypack Transmitter

    The SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter This bodypack transmitter is part of the evolution wireless series generation 3 (ew G3). 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 transmis- sion with studio-quality sound.

  • Page 5: Areas Of Application

    Updated versions of the frequency information 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 frequencies. It might be that these frequencies intermodulation-free.

  • Page 6: Delivery Includes

    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 1 RF licensing information sheet 1 BPP 1 bodypack pouch...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product overview Product overview Overview of the SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter Microphone/instrument input (MIC/LINE), 3.5 mm jack socket, lockable MUTE switch Antenna Operation and battery status indicator, red LED (lit = ON/flashing = Audio overmodulation indicator, yellow LED (lit = PEAK) Charging contacts button...

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Overview of the displays After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustra- tions and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 16. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 542.625 ew500 G3 Display Audio level “AF”...

  • Page 9: Putting The Bodypack Transmitter Into Operation

    Inserting the batteries/accupack For powering the bodypack transmitter, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 32). Open the battery compartment by pushing the two...

  • Page 10: Attaching And Positioning The Microphones

    Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the optional CI 1 instrument cable (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 32). Connect the 3.5 mm jack plug microphone or instrument cable to the 3.5 mm jack...
  • Page 11 Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation ME 4 Use the microphone clip clothing (e.g. tie, lapel). The ME 4 clip-on microphone has a cardioid pick-up pattern. Position the ME 4 so that its sound inlet is directed towards the sound source (e.g. mouth). MKE 2 Use the microphone clip clothing (e.g.

  • Page 12: Attaching The Bodypack Transmitter To Clothing

    Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing You can use the belt clip mitter to clothing (e.g. belt, waistband). The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the bodypack transmitter with the antenna pointing down- wards.

  • Page 13: Using The Bodypack Transmitter

    Using the bodypack transmitter Using the bodypack transmitter To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 2. Switch the bodypack transmitter on (see next section). The transmission link is established and the display backlighting of the receiver changes from red to orange.

  • Page 14: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    To switch the bodypack transmitter off: If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see page 13). Keep the appears on the display panel. The red goes off and the display panel turns off. When in the operating menu, pressing the ON/ button will cancel your entry (ESC function) and return you to the current standard display.

  • Page 15: Muting The Audio Signal Or Deactivating The Rf Signal

    Using the bodypack transmitter Press the The lock mode is temporarily deactivated. How you are using the bodypack transmitter determines how long the lock mode remains deactivated: When you are in the operating menu The lock mode remains deactivated until you exit the operating menu.
  • Page 16 From the “Mute setting (see page 25). Exit the operating menu. Slide the MUTE position MUTE. The bodypack transmitter 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 bodypack transmitter. An additional display of the muting function appears on the receiver’s display panel when •...

  • Page 17: Selecting A Standard Display

    Using the bodypack transmitter You can also deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, refer to the chapter “Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off” on page 13. Using the ON/OFF deactivate the RF signal during operation. To do so, briefly press the proceed as described on page 13.

  • Page 18: 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

    Using the operating menu Overview of the operating menu Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Frequency Preset Name Auto Lock Advanced Exit Display Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Frequency Preset Name Auto Lock Advanced Exit Extended menu “Advanced Menu” Tune Mute Mode RF Power Cable Emulation Pilot Tone LCD Contrast...

  • 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 13). 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.

  • Page 22: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    Adjusting settings via the operating menu Adjusting settings via the operating menu Make use of the possibility to adjust settings via the operating menu of your receiver and to transfer these settings to the bodypack transmitter. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the receiver.
  • Page 23 Adjusting settings via the operating menu The following figures are a guide to the best settings: Transmission situation Loud music/vocals Presentations Instrument input Electric guitars with single coil pickups Electric guitars with humbucker pickups Guitars with active elec- tronics (active pickups, active EQs, piezo pickups) Selecting the frequency bank and the channel manually –...
  • Page 24 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Entering a name – “Name” Menu Name L i c h a e l Call up “Name” Via the “Name” menu, you can enter a freely selectable name (e.g. the name of the performer) for the bodypack transmitter.

  • Page 25: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    Adjusting settings via the operating menu The extended menu Setting transmission frequencies and frequency banks – “Tune” When you have selected one of the system banks and then select the “Tune” menu, the bodypack transmitter automatically switches to channel 1 of the frequency bank “U1”.
  • Page 26 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Advanced Menu Tune 542.625 MHz Call up “Tune” (special function) Set the desired frequency bank. Press the The frequency selection appears. Set the desired channel. Press the The frequency selection appears. Set the desired frequency. Press the Your settings are stored.
  • Page 27 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Emulating guitar cables – “Cable Emulation” Advanced Menu Cable Emulation Medium Call up “Cable Emulation” Via the “Cable Emulation” menu item, you can emulate 4 different guitar cable capacities. Activating/deactivating the pilot tone transmission – “Pilot Tone”...
  • Page 28 Displaying the software revision – “Software Revision” You can display the current software revision of the body- pack transmitter. For information on software updates, visit the SK 500 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com. Reset Select the desired setting; apply the...

  • Page 29: Synchronizing The Bodypack Transmitter With A Receiver

    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. icon.

  • Page 30: Cleaning The Bodypack Transmitter

    Cleaning the bodypack transmitter CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the bodypack transmitter! Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the bodypack transmitter. Use a cloth to clean the bodypack transmitter from time to time.

  • Page 31: Recommendations And Tips

    Recommendations and tips Recommendations and tips ... for the ME 2 and ME 4 clip-on microphones • To reduce level variations to a minimum when the user turns his or her head away from the microphone, attach the microphone as centrally as possible. •...

  • Page 32: 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”. If a problem occurs ...

  • Page 33: 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 503168 CC 3 system case 009825 BPP 1 bodypack pouch Adapters 009827 DC 2 power adapter (12 V DC)

  • Page 34: Specifications

    42 MHz ± 24 kHz/± 48 kHz ≤ ±15 ppm typ. 10 mW (low) typ. 30 mW (standard) can be switched off Sennheiser microphone: 80–18,000 Hz line: 25–18,000 Hz ≥ 115 dBA ≤ 0.9% 40 kΩ, unbalanced/1 MΩ...

  • Page 35: Connector Assignment

    Specifications Operating time Dimensions Weight (incl. batteries) In compliance with Europe Approved by Canada Microphones Microphone type condenser Sensitivity Pick-up pattern Max. SPL Microphone type condenser Sensitivity Pick-up pattern Max. SPL Connector assignment 3.5 mm jack plug: Line Line typ. 8 hrs approx.

  • Page 36: Polar Diagrams And Frequency Response Curves Of The Microphones

    Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphones Polar diagram ME 3 0° 30° 60° 90° 120 ° 150° 125 Hz 180° 250 Hz 500 Hz 1000 Hz Frequency response curve ME 2 Frequency response curve ME 3 -100 Frequency response curve ME 4 0°...

  • 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. Before putting the device into operation, please observe the...

  • Page 39: Index

    Index Index Accupack charging 8 inserting 8 Activating/deactivating lock mode (Auto Lock) 23 pilot tone 26 Adjusting cable emulation 26 contrast (LCD Contrast) 27 input sensitivity (Sensitivity) 21 transmission power 25 Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview 18 settings 24 AF (audio level) 7 AF PEAK (overmodulation) 7 Attaching bodypack transmitter 11...
  • Page 40 Frequency preset frequencies 3 ~ ranges 3 selecting ~ presets 22 setting the transmission ~ 24 Frequency bank overview 3 selecting (Frequency Preset) 22 ~ system 3 Frequency Preset (selecting a frequency bank/ channel) 22 Infra-red transmission 28 Inserting (batteries/accupack) 8 Instrument cable, connecting 8 LCD Contrast (contrast of the display panel) 27 Lock mode...
  • Page 41 Index Software Revision (displaying the software revision) 27 Switching on/off bodypack transmitter 12 Synchronizing (bodypack transmitter/receiver) 28 Transmission frequency selecting (Frequency Preset) 22 setting (Tune) 24 Transmission power, optimizing 30 Troubleshooting 31 Tune (setting a transmission frequency) 24 Unlock (deactivating the lock mode) 13 Using bodypack transmitter 12 operating menu 19...
  • Page 42 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 01/09 www.sennheiser.com 529695/A01...

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