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Sennheiser SK 5212 Instructions For Use Manual

Sennheiser bodypack transmitter instructions for use
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  • Page 1 S K 5212 Instructions for use...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety instructions ......3 Delivery includes ......3 The SK 521 2 bodypack transmitter ....4 The operating controls ......5 Indications and displays ...
  • Page 3 Please tak e a few moments t o read the se instructio ns care fully , as we want yo u t o enjo y yo ur new Sennheiser products quickly a nd to the fulle st.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Improper use is when you use the unit other than described in these instructions or when you use the unit under operating conditions different from those described in these instructions. Delivery includes 1 SK 5212 bodypack transmitter 1 battery 1 antenna 1 belt clip...

  • Page 5: The Sk 5212 Bodypack Transmitter

    The SK 5212 bodypack transmitter The SK 5212 is a professional Mikroport bodypack transmitter that is easy to use and is easily adaptable to a wide variety of applications. The SK 5212 bodypack transmitter has the following features: Extremely compact diecast metal housing...

  • Page 6: The Operating Controls

    The operating controls Microphone input Red LED for operation and battery status indication (ON/LOW BAT/PEAK) Antenna socket LC display, backlit Battery compartment Battery compartment cover Battery compartment catches Type plate Multi-function switch with three switch positions: (DOWN), (UP) and ON/OFF button...

  • Page 7: Indications And Displays

    Indications and displays The LC display panel Alphanumeric display Level display for audio signal “AF” “RF” – appears when an RF signal is transmitted Lock mode icon (lock mode is activated) “Hz” – appears when the low-cut frequency is displayed “MHz”...
  • Page 8 The LED display The red LED provides information on the operating state of the transmitter. Red LED lights up normally: The transmitter is switched on and the Red LED is flashing: Red LED lights up brightly: The transmitter is fully modulated (PEAK). capacitiy of the battery is sufficient (ON).

  • Page 9: Preparing The Transmitter For Use

    Preparing the transmitter for use Inserting and changing the battery For powering the transmitter, use a 1.5 V AA size alkaline-manganese battery. Open the battery compartment by pushing the two catches direction of the arrows and open the cover Insert the battery as shown in the diagram on the left.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Microphone

    Connecting the microphone The transmitter is designed for use with Sennheiser lavalier microphones and headmics (-4 versions). The power supply of these microphones is via the microphone input Connecting the antenna The transmitter is supplied with a plug-on antenna. of the transmitter.

  • Page 11: Attaching The Transmitter To Clothing

    Attaching the transmitter to clothing Using the transmitter Switching the transmitter on/off Note: Remove the battery when the transmitter will not be used for exten- ded periods of time. The transmitter is attached to clothing (e.g. belt, waistband) with the supplied belt clip. The clip is detachable so that you can also attach the transmitter with the antenna pointing downwards.

  • Page 12: Doing A Frequency Check

    The transmitter can only be switched off when the lock mode is deactivated (see “The automatic lock mode (autolock function)” on page 13). Note: When in the setting mode of the operating menu, the will cancel your entry (ESC function). Doing a frequency check The transmitter has a frequency check mode that prevents the transmitter transmitting on an unwanted frequency after switch-on.

  • Page 13: The Operating Menu

    The operating menu The buttons Button Mode ON/OFF Switched off button Display mode Selection mode Setting mode Display mode Selection mode Setting mode Function Briefly pressing the button: Switches the transmitter on Keeping the button pressed: Does a frequency check Briefly pressing the button (with activated autolock function): Immediately activates the lock mode...

  • Page 14: The Automatic Lock Mode (Autolock Function)

    Button Mode (UP)/ Display mode (DOWN) Selection mode Setting mode The automatic lock mode (autolock function) The transmitter has an automatic lock mode (autolock function) that can be activated via the “LOCK” menu (see “Activating/deactivating the auto- matic lock mode – LOCK” on page 25). When the autolock function is acti- vated, the lock mode is automatically activated 10 seconds after pressing the last button.
  • Page 15 Deactivating th e autolock function temporarily To make changes to the settings via the operating menu, you can temporarily deactivate the lock mode. DOWN After you have exited the operating menu, the lock mode is automatically activated after 10 seconds. You can activate the lock mode immediately by briefly pressing the ON/OFF Press the...

  • Page 16: Working With The Operating Menu

    Working with the operating menu The operating menu has three modes: Display mode In display mode, you can display the current menu settings one after the other – even when the lock mode is activated. Selection mode In selection mode, you can select the menu whose setting you want to change.
  • Page 17 After switch-on After switch-on, the standard display is shown on the LC display panel Depending on the setting, the transmission frequency, the channel number or the name of the transmitter is displayed. Displaying the menu settings in display mode In display mode, and with the lock mode activated, you can display the current menu settings one after the other (see “Overview of the operating menu”...
  • Page 18 The following menus are available: Menu Function of the menu CHAN Selecting a channe l TUNE Setting transmissio n frequencies for t he channel bank “VA R” (va riable bank) NAME Ent ering a name ATTEN Adjusting the micro phone sensi tivity LOWCUT Adjusting the ba ss roll-o ff frequency VIEW...
  • Page 19 Storing a setting DOWN With most menus, new settings become effective immediately without having to be stored. An exception are the “TUNE” and “CHAN” menus. With these menus, new settings only become effective after they have been stored (“STORED” appears on the LC display panel setting has been stored).

  • Page 20: Overview Of The Operating Menu

    Overview of the operating menu Deactivate the lock mode before adjusting the settings (see “Deactivating the autolock function temporarily” on page 14). Pressing the ON/ button will cancel your entry (ESC function) and return you to the display mode. Display mode Selection mode CHAN Current...
  • Page 21 Display mode IIIIIIII Current modulation Current attenuation Current low-cut frequency Current output power VAR. 01 Selection mode Setting mode ATTEN Adjusting the Current attenuation attenuation setting STORED LOWCUT Adjusting the Current low-cut low-cut frequency frequency setting STORED VIEW FREQ Selecting the Current standard standard display display...

  • Page 22: Adjustment Tips For The Operating Menu

    Note: The frequencies in the channel bank “FIX” can only be changed by a Sennheiser Service Partner. If you require a special frequency set in this bank, please contact your local Sennheiser Service Partner. Selecting the frequencies to be stored in the channel bank “VAR”...
  • Page 23 The frequencies are tunable in 5-kHz steps within a switching bandwidth of 36 MHz max. Note: When operating a multi-channel system, make sure to only use inter- modulation-free frequencies. There are two options for setting the frequencies: You can set a new frequency for the selected channel: DOWN You can change to a different channel and set a new frequency for the new channel:...

  • Page 24: Entering A Name - Name

    Entering a name – Via the “NAME” menu, you can enter a freely selectable name for the transmitter. This name can be displayed on the standard display and can consist of up to six characters such as: letters (without pronounciation marks), numbers from 0 to 9, special characters and spaces.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Microphone Sensitivity - Atten

    Adjusting the microphone sensitivity – Via the “ATTEN” menu, you can adjust the transmitter’s sensitivity. The sensitivity is correctly adjusted when the level display for audio signal “AF” deflection only during the loudest passages or when the redLED The sensitivity can be adjusted in 1-dB steps from + 40 dB to –30 dB.

  • Page 26: Loading The Factory Pre-Set Default Settings - Reset

    Loading the factory pre-set default settings – Via the “RESET” menu, you can load the factory pre-set default settings. After the reset, the standard display is shown on the LC display panel. Low-cut frequency Microphone sensitivity Name Standard display Autolock function Channel Output power Frequencies in the channel bank “VAR”...

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Output Power - Pow Er

    Adjusting the output power – Licensing regulations may require a limitation of the output power to 10 mW. The transmitter therefore features a switchable output power. With reduced output power, the operating time increases. Exiting the operating menu – Via the “EXIT” menu, you can exit the operating menu and return to the standard display.

  • Page 28: If Problems Occur

    If problems occur that are not listed in the above table or if the problems cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser agent for assistance. Possible solution Re pla ce the bat tery o r...

  • Page 29: Information On The Compander System

    When operating a multi-channel system, make sure to only use intermodulation-free frequencies. Information on the compander system This unit is equipped with HiDyn plus™, the Sennheiser noise reduction system that reduces RF interference. re liabilit y a nd e nsures highest tra nsmi ssio n qua lity.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    ±40 kHz/±56 kHz 110 dB(A) r ms < 0.3 % at nominal deviation, 1 kHz 60–20,000 Hz Sennheiser HiDyn plus™ –40 dB = 7.75 mV, adjustable in steps of 1 dB, range: 70 dB adjustable (flat, 120 Hz) 1 AA size battery (1.5 V) appro x.

  • Page 31: Pin Assignment Of Microphone Socket

    The transmitter’s audio sensitivity can be adjusted over a range of 70 dB (+4 0 dB to –30 dB) in steps of 1 dB. The diagram below shows the sensitivity range of the SK 5212 in comparison to the earlier product generations SK 50 and SK 5012.

  • Page 32: Manufacturer Declarations

    Manufacturer declarations Warranty regulations The guarantee period for this Sennheiser product is 24 months from the date of purchase. Excluded are accessory items and disposable batteries that are delivered with the pro- duct; due to their characteristics these products have a shorter service life that is princi- pally dependent on the individual frequency of use.
  • Page 33 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG 30900 Wedemark, Germany Phone +49 (5130) 600 0 Fax +49 (5130) 600 300 www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany Publ. 02/06 513626/A01...

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