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Sennheiser SKM 500 Instruction Manual

Sennheiser SKM 500 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 SKM 500 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Areas of application ... 4 Delivery includes ... 5 Product overview ... 6 Overview of the SKM 500 G3 radio microphone ... 6 Overview of the displays ... 7 Putting the radio microphone into operation ... 8 Inserting the batteries/accupack ... 8 Charging the accupack ...

  • 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 Skm 500 G3 Radio Microphone Family

    The SKM 500 G3 radio microphone family This radio microphone 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.

  • 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 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.

  • Page 6: Delivery Includes

    Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SKM 500 G3 radio microphone incl. microphone head 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V 1 microphone clamp 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 1 RF licensing information sheet...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product overview Product overview Overview of the SKM 500 G3 radio microphone Microphone head (interchangeable) Name and pick-up pattern of the microphone head (not visible here, see page 4) Body of radio microphone Battery compartment (not visible from outside) Display panel, backlit in orange...

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Overview of the displays After switch-on, the radio microphone displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustra- tions and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 15. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 542.625...

  • Page 9: Putting The Radio Microphone Into Operation

    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 (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 30). Unscrew the lower part of the radio microphone from the radio microphone’s body...

  • Page 10: Charging The Accupack

    Close the battery compartment cover Push the battery compartment into the radio micro- phone’s body. Screw the lower part of the radio microphone back to the radio microphone’s body Charging the accupack To charge the radio microphone with the BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories and spare parts”...
  • Page 11 Putting the radio microphone into operation Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the microphone head contacts can become dirty or damaged if touched. When unscrewing the microphone head operation, the muting function is automatically acti- vated.

  • Page 12: Changing The Color-Coded Protection Ring

    Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the color-coded protection ring The color-coded protection ring function switch from accidental operation. Protection rings sories (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 30). The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone.

  • Page 13: Using The Radio Microphone

    26. If you cannot establish a transmission link between radio microphone and receiver, refer to the chapter “Synchro- nizing the radio microphone with a receiver” on page 26. Switching the radio microphone on/off To switch the radio microphone...
  • Page 14 Use this function to save battery power or to prepare a radio microphone for use during live oper- ation without causing interference to existing trans- mission links. activate...

  • Page 15: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 22). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deac- tivate it In order to be able to operate the radio microphone: Press the multi-function switch. “Locked“ appears on the display panel.

  • Page 16: Selecting A Standard Display

    Move the multi-function switch to select a standard display. Contents of the display Selectable standard display 542.625 ew500 G3 MUTE B.Ch: 20.30 542.625 MUTE ew500 G3 B.Ch: 20.30 MUTE Using the radio microphone “Frequency/Name” “Frequency bank/Channel/ Frequency” “Name/Frequency bank/ Channel”...

  • Page 17: Using The Operating Menu

    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 18: Overview Of 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 RF Power Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit Using the operating menu...

  • 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 14). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu.
  • Page 20 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 Using the operating menu ON/OFF button.

  • Page 21: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    “Sensitivity” Adjustment range: 0 to −48 dB, adjustable in steps of 6 dB The audio level display “AF” audio level, even if the radio microphone is muted, e.g. allowing you to check the adjusted sensitivity before live operation. B.Ch: 20.30 542.625...
  • Page 22 Only the factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free (see page 26). Radio microphone and receiver of a transmission link have to be set to the same frequency. It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 26.

  • Page 23: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    Auto Lock Active Call up “Auto Lock” The lock mode prevents that the radio microphone is acci- dentally switched off or programed during operation. The lock mode icon indicates that the lock mode is activated. Move the multi-function switch to select the desired setting.
  • Page 24 Adjusting settings via the operating menu It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 26. Setting a transmission frequency for the current channel Move the multi-function switch until the “Tune” menu item appears. Press the multi-function switch. The frequency selection appears.
  • Page 25 Name Pilot Tone Call up “Pilot Tone” The radio microphone adds an inaudible signal, known as the pilot tone, to the transmitted signal. The receiver detects and evaluates the pilot tone. The pilot tone supports the receiver’s squelch function (Squelch) and protects against interference due to RF signals from other devices.
  • Page 26 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 500 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com. Reset Select the desired setting; apply the setting...

  • Page 27: 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 500 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com. icon.

  • Page 28: Cleaning The Radio Microphone

    Keep all liquids away from the radio micro- phone. Use a cloth to clean the radio microphone from time to time. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. To clean the sound inlet basket of the microphone head...

  • Page 29: Recommendations And Tips

    Recommendations and tips Recommendations and tips ... for optimum sound • Hold the radio microphone in the middle of the micro- phone body. Holding it close to the sound inlet basket will influence the radio microphone’s pick-up pattern. • You can vary the bass reproduction by increasing/ decreasing the talking distance.

  • Page 30: 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 31: Accessories And Spare Parts

    MMD 845-1 microphone head, dynamic, super-cardioid 501581 MME 865-1 microphone head, condenser, super-cardioid 502582 MMK 965-1 BK microphone head, color black externally polarized dual diaphragm condenser microphone, cardioid/super-cardioid (switch- able) 502583 MMK 965-1 BL microphone head, color blue externally polarized dual diaphragm condenser...

  • Page 32: Specifications

    42 MHz ± 24 kHz/± 48 kHz ≤ ±15 ppm typ. 10 mW (Low) typ. 30 mW (Standard) can be switched off Sennheiser 80–18,000 Hz ≥ 115 dBA ≤ 0.9 % 48 dB, adjustable in 6-dB steps −10 °C to +55 °C 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V...

  • Page 33: Polar Diagrams And Frequency Response Curves Of The Microphone Heads

    Sensitivity 2.5 mV/Pa Pick-up cardioid pattern Max. SPL 154 dB SPL 154 dB SPL Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphone heads Polar diagram MMD 935-1 0° 30° 60° 90° 120° 150° 125 Hz 180° 250 Hz...
  • Page 34 Polar diagram MMK 965-1 (cardioid) Frequency response curve MMD 935-1 Frequency response curve MMD 945-1 Frequency response curve MMK 965-1 (cardioid) 1 0 0 Frequency response curve MMK 965-1 (super-cardioid) 1 0 0 Polar diagram MMK 965-1 (super-cardioid) 1.000 1.000 2 0 0 5 0 0 0°...

  • Page 35: 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 36 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 37: Index

    3 selecting (Frequency Preset) 21 selecting (Tune) 22 Charging accupack 9 battery status display 7 Cleaning (radio microphone) 27 Color-coded protection ring, changing 11 Deactivating lock mode temporarily 14 Displays adjusting the contrast (LCD Contrast) 24 charge status 7...
  • Page 38 (offline operation) 13 Selecting (Tune) 23 Sensitivity (adjusting the input sensitivity) 20 Setting up multi-channel system 26 transmission link 26 Synchronizing (radio microphone/receiver) 26 Transmission frequency selecting (Frequency Preset) 21 setting (Tune) 22 Transmission link, establishing 26 Transmission power, optimizing 28...
  • Page 39 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 01/09 www.sennheiser.com 529673/A01...

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