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Sennheiser Rack-mount Receivers EM 2000 Instruction Manual

Sennheiser Rack-mount Receivers EM 2000 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 EM 2000 EM 2050 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Recommendations and tips ... 34 If a problem occurs ..35 Accessories ... 37 Specifications ... 38 Manufacturer Declarations ... 40 Index ... 41 For further information, visit the EM 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. Contents...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. Always include these instructions when passing the receiver on to third parties. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6.
  • Page 4 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. Unau- thorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

  • Page 5: The Em 2000 And Em 2050 Rack-Mount Receivers

    The EM 2000 and EM 2050 rack-mount receivers The EM 2000 and EM 2050 rack-mount receivers This receiver is part of the 2000 series. 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 6: Delivery Includes

    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 EM 2000 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 are intermodulation-free (see page 32).

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product overview Product overview Overview of the EM 2000/EM 2050 receiver The EM 2050 twin receiver has the same operating elements as the EM 2000 receiver. All information contained in this instruction manual refers to both receivers. EM 2050 100 - 240V 50/60Hz 0.25A EM 2000 100 - 240V...

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Overview of the displays After switch-on, the receiver displays the illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, please refer to page 16. This standard display displays the operating states of the receiver and provides the most important information on the received transmitter – provided the transmitter supports this function.
  • Page 9 Product overview Display Muting function “MUTE” (see page 16) Transmitter type Battery status Lock mode icon (see page 25) Transmitter/ Receiver Meaning Receiver/ Audio signal is muted (see also page 35) transmitter Transmitter Product name of the linked 2000 series transmitter The product name is displayed only if the linked transmitter supports this function.

  • Page 10: Putting The Receiver Into Operation

    Putting the receiver into operation Setting up the receiver on a flat surface Do not fit the device feet when mounting the receiver into a 19” rack. Clean the base of the receiver where you want to fix the device feet. Fit the device feet to the four corners of the receiver.
  • Page 11 You have the following options: • For professional use, we recommend connecting remote antennas and, if necessary, using Sennheiser antenna accessories (see next section). • If the receiver is to be put into operation without a large amount of installation work, you can: –...
  • Page 12 Mounting the antennas to the front of the rack To mount the antenna connections to the front of the rack when rack mounting the receiver, you require the GA 3030 AM antenna front mount kit (optional accessory). The GA 3030 AM consists of: •...

  • Page 13: Daisy-Chaining Receivers

    Putting the receiver into operation Connect the rod antennas Daisy-chaining receivers The receivers feature an integrated antenna splitter so that up to 10 receivers can be daisy- chained without any additional antenna splitters being required. Only daisy-chain receivers from the same frequency range (see page 4). RF IN RF OUT RF IN...

  • Page 14: Connecting The Mains Cable

    Connecting the mains cable CAUTION! Damage due to electric current! If you connect the receiver to an unsuitable power supply, this can cause damage to the device. Use the supplied mains cable to connect the receiver to the mains (100 to 240 V AC, 50 or 60 Hz).

  • Page 15: Using The Receiver

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

  • Page 16: Synchronizing A Transmitter With The Receiver

    Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver You can synchronize a suitable transmitter of the 2000 series with the receiver. By default, the following parameters are transferred to the transmitter during synchronization: Setting “Frequency “Name” “Pilot Tone” Via the ferred to the transmitters (see page 29). It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 31.

  • Page 17: Muting The Audio Signal

    Using the receiver Muting the audio signal mute the audio signal: unmute “RX Mute change the status of the muting function: Selecting a standard display Contents of the display B.CH: 20.64 PEAK 543.200 + 12dB 543.200 MHz PEAK SKM2000 Standard –...

  • Page 18: 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 19 Using the operating menu Display Function of the menu item Main menu “Menu” Squelch Adjusts the squelch threshold Easy Setup Scans for unused frequency presets, releases and selects frequency presets Frequency Preset Sets the frequency bank and the channel Name Enters a freely selectable name AF Out Adjusts the audio output level...

  • Page 20: Working With The Operating Menu

    Display Function of the menu item “SK Settings” / “SKM Settings” / “SKP Settings” 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 RF Power Adjusts the transmission power PhantomPower48V...
  • Page 21 Using the operating menu Changing and storing settings Menu PEAK Easy Setup Frequency Preset Name Call up “Frequency Preset” By briefly turning the jog dial to the left or right, the display jumps either forwards or backwards to the next menu item or setting. If you turn the jog dial to the left or right and hold it in this position, the display cycles continuously (“fast search”...

  • Page 22: Adjustment Tips And Functions

    Adjustment tips and functions The operating menu allows you to make settings for your receiver and your transmitters. “Guitar Tuner” and “Soundcheck” standard displays provide additional functions and can be called up by turning the jog dial, without having to get into the operating menu. Standard displays with additional functions Tuning a guitar (for SK transmitters only) Activate the...

  • Page 23: The Main Menu "Menu

    Adjustment tips and functions During the soundcheck, the receiver records the RF level and the AF level. The recording result is displayed on the “Soundcheck” standard display: RF Max AF Max Display RF Min PEAK Soundche 20.32 543.20 RF Max RF Min AF Max The main menu “Menu”...
  • Page 24 The squelch should only be switched off for servicing purposes. With the squelch threshold set to “5 dB”, you switch the squelch off by turning the jog dial to the left and keeping it in this position for 3 seconds. Display Menu PEAK...
  • Page 25 Adjustment tips and functions Selecting the frequency bank and the channel manually Menu Squelch Menu PEAK Easy Setup Easy Setup Frequency Preset Frequency Preset Name Name AF Out Call up “Frequency Equalizer Preset” Auto Lock Advanced Exit When setting up multi-channel systems, please observe the following: Only the factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank (“1”...
  • Page 26 Adjusting the audio output level Menu Squelch Adjustment range: –25 dB to +24 dB, adjustable in 1-dB steps. Easy Setup Setup Via the “AF Out” menu item, you can adjust the level of the audio output Frequency Preset from the receiver to the input of the connected device. The following figures are a guide to Name the best settings: AF Out...

  • Page 27: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    Adjustment tips and functions The extended menu Setting the receiving frequencies and the frequency banks “U1” to “U6” Advanced Menu Tune When you have selected one of the system banks and then select the “Tune” menu, Guitar Tuner the receiver automatically switches to channel 1 of the frequency bank “U1”. In this Sync Settings case, “U1.1”...
  • Page 28 Set the desired channel. Set the desired frequency. Changing the settings of the guitar tuner Advanced Menu Tune The following settings are available: Guitar Tuner Setting Meaning Sync Settings Pilot Tone “Inactive” Warnings “Active” When selecting the LCD Contrast the receiver is Reset IP-Address “Audio...
  • Page 29 Adjustment tips and functions Calling up “Warnings” Advanced Menu Tune To call up “Warnings” (see page 30): Guitar Tuner From the extended menu Sync Settings Pilot Tone Warnings LCD Contrast Reset IP-Address Software Revision Exit Adjusting the contrast of the display panel Advanced Menu Tune Advanced Menu...

  • Page 30: The "Sync Settings" Submenu

    Advanced Menu Tune You can display the current software revision of the receiver. Guitar Tuner For information on software updates, visit the EM 2000 product page on our website at Sync Settings www.sennheiser.com. Pilot Tone Warnings LCD Contrast Reset IP-Address...

  • Page 31: Activating/Deactivating Warning Messages - "Warnings

    Adjustment tips and functions Activating/deactivating warning messages – “Warnings” Via the “Warnings” menu item, you can activate or deactivate different warning messages. Warnings AF Peak Low RF Signal RF Mute TX Mute Setting RX Mute “AF PEAK” Low Battery Exit “Low RF “RF Mute”...

  • Page 32: Synchronizing Transmitters With Receivers

    In multi-channel operation, the receivers are remote controlled via a PC running the further information on downloading the software, visit the ew G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. Advantages of controlling the receivers via the B.Ch: 20.64...
  • Page 33 Repeat for the remaining transmitters and receivers as described above. “Wireless Systems Manager” (WSM) software. “Wireless Systems (“Scan New List”, see page 23). Easy Setup ew300 G3 B.Ch: 20.24 Sync 531.375 MHz Contact your Sennheiser partner (see www.sennheiser.com). Manager” (WSM) software.

  • Page 34: Cleaning The Receiver

    Cleaning the 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. Before cleaning, disconnect the receiver from the mains.

  • Page 35: Recommendations And Tips

    • The channels in the frequency banks “U1” to “U6” can be assigned freely selectable frequencies (see page 26). • When using several transmitters simultaneously, interference can be avoided by main- taining a minimum distance of 20 cm between two transmitters. • Use accessories recommended by Sennheiser for multi-channel applications (see page 37).

  • Page 36: If A Problem Occurs

    If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Receiver cannot be oper- Lock mode is activated ated, “Locked” appears on the display panel No operation indication No mains connection No RF signal Transmitter and receiver are not on the same channel Transmission range is exceeded RF signal available, “RX...
  • Page 37 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”. Possible solution Reduce the squelch threshold (see page 17).

  • Page 38: Accessories

    Accessories Cat. No. Accessories 004368 GA 3030 AM antenna front mount kit Antennas 502195 A 3700 antenna, active broadband antenna, omni-directional 502197 AD 3700 antenna, active broadband antenna, directional Antenna booster 502196 AB 3700 antenna booster Cables Antenna daisy-chain cable, 50 Ω, BNC, 0.25 m 087969 002324 GZL 1019-A1 coaxial cable, type RG 58, BNC to BNC, 1 m...

  • Page 39: Specifications

    2 BNC sockets with booster supply voltage (11 VdB, 200 mA, cannot be switched off) 2 BNC sockets Sennheiser (switchable, affect the line and monitor outputs) – –3 dB at 200 Hz –3 dB at 200 Hz +5.5 dB at 10 kHz...
  • Page 40 In compliance with Europe EN 301489-1/-9 Radio EN 300422-1/-2 Safety EN 60065 47 CFR 15 subpart B Approved by Canada Industry Canada RSS 210, IC: 2099A-EM20X0 Connector assignment Audio ¼” (6.3 mm) stereo jack XLR-3F connector, plug, transformer balanced transformer balanced ¼”...

  • Page 41: 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 42: Index

    Index Index Activating/deactivating lock mode (Auto Lock) pilot tone evaluation (Pilot Tone) warnings (Warnings) Adjusting audio output level (AF Out) contrast (LCD Contrast) network configuration (IP-Address) squelch threshold (Squelch) transmitter parameters (Sync Settings) Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview settings AF Out (adjusting the audio output level) AF PEAK (warning message) Amplifier/mixing console, connecting Antennas...
  • Page 43 Mute (muting the audio signal) Muting (audio signal) Name (entering a name) Network (connecting receivers in a network) Network configuration, adjusting Operating menu, using Pilot tone (activating/deactivating the pilot tone evaluation) Receiver cleaning connecting ~s in a network daisy-chaining mounting into a rack ~ parameters (standard display) placing onto a flat surface switching on/off...
  • Page 44 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 01/09 www.sennheiser.com 529666/A01...

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