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Sennheiser EK 2000 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 EK 2000 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cleaning the diversity receiver ... 32 Recommendations and tips ... 33 If a problem occurs ..34 Accessories ... 35 Specifications ... 36 Manufacturer Declarations ... 38 Index ... 40 For further information, visit the EK 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    • This product is also intended for professional use. Commercial use is subject to the safety-at-work regulations. Sennheiser, as the manufac- turer, is therefore obliged to expressly point out possible health risks arising from use.

  • Page 4: The Ek 2000 Diversity Receiver

    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. Intended use Intended use of the EK 2000 diversity receiver includes: •...

  • Page 5: The Frequency Bank System

    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 EK 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. The frequency banks “U1” to “U6” allow you to freely select and store receiving frequencies.

  • Page 6: Areas Of Application

    SK 2000 SKM 2000 SKP 2000 For more information, visit the EK 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. The transmitters are available in the same UHF frequency ranges and are equipped with the same frequency bank system with factory-preset frequencies.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product overview Product overview Overview of the EK 2000 diversity receiver Headphone output (PHONES), 3.5 mm jack socket, lockable Line output OUT), 3.5 mm jack socket, lockable (the ground contact is used by antenna II) Antenna I Operation and battery status...

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Overview of the displays After switch-on, the diversity receiver displays the “Frequency/Name” standard display. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 13. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. Display RF level “RF” (Radio Frequency) Audio level “AF”...
  • Page 9 Product overview Display Battery status Muting function “MUTE” or line output level AF OUT Pilot tone “P” Meaning Charge status: approx. 100% approx. 70% approx. 30% charge status is critical, the red LOW BATT “Mute” is only displayed on the Name”...

  • Page 10: Putting The Diversity Receiver Into Operation

    Inserting the batteries/accupack For powering the diversity receiver, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack or the DC 2 power adapter (see “Accessories” on page 35). Open the battery compartment by pushing the two catches direction of the arrows and open the cover Insert the two batteries or the accupack as shown above.

  • Page 11: Mounting The Diversity Receiver To A Camera

    Putting the diversity receiver into operation Mounting the diversity receiver to a camera Use the supplied CA 2 camera adapter to mount the receiver to a camera’s flash mount. Determine where on the perforated plate adapter will need to be fastened so that the receiver can best be attached to the camera.
  • Page 12 Place the perforated plate Reinsert the belt clip Use one of the supplied line cables to connect the line input of the camera to the socket Via the operating menu of the diversity receiver, adjust the level of the line output OUT) to the input of the camera (see page 24).

  • Page 13: Using The Diversity Receiver

    Using the diversity receiver Using the diversity receiver To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the diversity receiver on (see next section). 2. Switch a transmitter on (see the instruction manual of the trans- mitter). The transmission link is established and the receiver’s RF level display “RF”...

  • Page 14: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the Lock” menu item (see page 24). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the receiver: Press the “Locked”...

  • Page 15: Using The Operating Menu

    Using the operating menu Using the operating menu A special feature of the Sennheiser 2000 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 16: Overview Of The Operating Menu

    Overview of the operating menu Main menu “Menu” Sync Phones Volume Squelch Easy Setup Frequency Preset Name AF Out Auto Lock Advanced Exit Display Function of the menu item Main menu “Menu” Sync Synchronizes a transmitter with the diversity receiver Phones Volume Adjusts the volume at the headphone output (PHONES)
  • Page 17 Selects an SK bodypack transmitter, sets the parameters to be transferred and activates/ deactivates the synchronization SKM Settings Selects an SKM radio microphone, sets the parameters to be transferred and activates/ deactivates the synchronization SKP Settings Selects an SKP plug-on transmitter, sets the...
  • Page 18 Display Function of the menu item “SK Settings” / “SKM Settings” / “SKP Settings” submenu Sensitivity Adjusts the input sensitivity Low Cut Actives/deactivates the low cut filter (“SKM Settings” only) Auto Lock Activates/deactivates the automatic lock mode Mute Mode Sets the mode for the (“SK Settings”...

  • Page 19: Working With The Operating 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 (see page 13). By way of example of the how to use the operating menu.

  • Page 20: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    Canceling an entry Press the ON/OFF ON/OFF The current standard display appears on the display panel. To subsequently return to the last edited menu item: Press the item appears. Exiting a menu item To return to the next higher menu level: Change to the “Exit”...
  • Page 21 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Via the “Sync parameters to be transferred to the transmitters (see page 16 and 28). To transfer these parameters: Switch the transmitter and the diversity receiver on. On the receiver, call up the “Sync” menu item. “Sync”...
  • Page 22 Adjusting the volume at the headphone output – “Phones Volume” There are two ways to adjust the volume at the headphone output (PHONES): CAUTION! Hearing damage due to high volumes! Listening at high volume levels for long periods can lead to permanent hearing defects.
  • Page 23 Adjusting settings via the operating menu CAUTION! Danger of hearing damage! If you switch the squelch off or adjust the squelch threshold to a very low value, loud hissing noise can occur in the receiver. The hissing noise can be loud enough to cause hearing damage! Always make sure that the squelch is switched on.
  • Page 24 Menu item Function of the menu item Scan New List Automatically scans for unused receiving frequencies (frequency preset scan) If receiving frequencies are used, they will be locked; if receiving frequencies are unused, they will be released. After the frequency preset scan, you can select an unused frequency preset.
  • Page 25 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Via the “Name” menu item, you can enter a freely selectable name (e.g. the name of the performer) for the receiver. The name is displayed on the standard display (see page 7). The name can consist of up to 8 characters such as: •...

  • Page 26: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    The extended menu To get into the extended menu From the main menu, select “Advanced”. Setting the receiving frequencies and the frequency banks “U1” to “U6” – “Tune” When you have selected one of the system banks and then select the “Tune”...
  • Page 27 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Press the “Stored” appears on the display panel. The “Tune” menu item appears again. Selecting a channel and assigning this channel a frequency Press the rocker button until the “Tune” menu item appears. Press the bank is highlighted.
  • Page 28 Activating/deactivating the pilot tone evaluation – “Pilot Tone” Advanced Menu Name Pilot Tone A c t i v e Call up “Pilot Tone” The transmitter adds an inaudible signal, known as the pilot tone, to the transmitted signal. The diversity receiver detects and evaluates the pilot tone.

  • Page 29: The "Sync Settings" Submenu

    Adjusting settings via the operating menu Resetting the settings made in the operating menu – “Reset” Advanced Menu Reset Call up “Reset” “Stored” When resetting the settings made in the operating menu, only the selected settings for the pilot tone and for the frequency banks “U1” to “U6”...
  • Page 30 Via the “Sync” menu item, you can transfer the parameters from the receiver to the transmitters via the infra-red interface (see page 19). Display Function Sensitivity Adjusts the input sensitivity: SKM and SKP Low Cut Low cut filter (SKM only) Auto Lock Lock mode Mute Mode...

  • Page 31: Synchronizing A Transmitter With The Receiver

    Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information sheet. You can also contact your Sennheiser partner who will be pleased to calculate intermodulation-free frequencies for you. Make sure that the desired frequencies are approved and legal in your country and, if necessary, apply for an operating license.

  • Page 32: Using Freely Selectable Receiving Frequencies

    If you are using frequencies from the frequency banks “U1” to “U6”, it might be that the receiving frequencies are not intermod- ulation-free. Contact your Sennheiser partner who will be pleased to calculate intermodulation-free frequencies for you (see www.sennheiser.com). Set each diversity receiver to the same frequency bank (“U1” to “U6”).

  • Page 33: Cleaning The Diversity Receiver

    Cleaning the diversity receiver Cleaning the diversity receiver CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the receiver! Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the receiver. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. Use a cloth to clean the diversity receiver from time to time.

  • Page 34: Recommendations And Tips

    Recommendations and tips ... for the diversity receiver • Make sure that the antenna and the headphone or line cable do not cross. • For best results, make sure that the transmitter sensitivity is correctly adjusted..for optimum reception •...

  • Page 35: If A Problem Occurs

    If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Diversity Lock mode is activated receiver cannot be operated, “Locked” appears on the display panel No operation Batteries are flat or indication accupack is flat No RF signal Transmitter and receiver are not on the same channel...

  • Page 36: Accessories

    Sennheiser partner for assistance. To find a Sennheiser partner in your country, search at www.sennheiser.com under “Service & Support”. Accessories The following EK 2000 accessories are available from your specialist dealer: 009950 BA 2015 accupack 009828...

  • Page 37: Specifications

    ≥ 78 dB ≥ 80 dB Off, 5 to 25 dBμV, adjustable in steps of 2 dB can be switched off Sennheiser Line: ≥ 120 dBA Phones: approx. 90 dBA ≤ 0.9% Line: 3.5 mm jack socket: +17 dBu (mono, balanced) Phones: 2 x 12 mW at 32 Ω...
  • Page 38 Overall device Temperature range Power supply Nominal voltage Power consumption: • at nominal voltage • with switched-off receiver Operating time (line operation) typ. 9 hrs Dimensions Weight (incl. batteries) In compliance with Europe Approved by Canada Connector assignment 3.5 mm jack plug Line wired balanced + –...

  • Page 39: 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 40 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 respective...

  • Page 41: Index

    Index Index Accessories Accupack charging inserting Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview settings AF Out (adjusting the audio output level) Auto Lock (activating/deactivating the lock mode) Batteries battery status inserting Buttons function of the ~ ON/OFF button SET button UP/DOWN button Channel assigning a frequency selecting...
  • Page 42 Operating menu overview settings using Phones Volume (adjusting the volume at the headphone output) Pilot Tone (activating/deactivating the pilot tone evaluation) Receiver cleaning mounting to a camera switching off switching on Reset (resetting the settings made in the operating menu) RF signal indication Software Revision (displaying the software revision)
  • Page 43 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 01/09 www.sennheiser.com 529668/A01...

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