Sennheiser Tourguide UHF EK 1035 UHF Instructions For Use Manual
Sennheiser Tourguide UHF EK 1035 UHF Instructions For Use Manual

Sennheiser Tourguide UHF EK 1035 UHF Instructions For Use Manual

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  • Page 1 tourguide Instructions for use...
  • Page 2 Sennheiser a world-leading company in this field. Please take a few moments to read these instructions carefully, as we want you to enjoy your new Sennheiser products quickly and to the fullest.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents The tourguide UHF system ........7 Delivery includes .
  • Page 4 Overview of menus evolution wireless, generation 1 ......25 Adjusting the sensitivity ..........25 Selecting the sensitivity range (only SKP 100 / SKP 500) .
  • Page 5 Storing a setting ..........46 Exiting the operating menu .
  • Page 6 There are many other frequency bands available in the UK on a co-ordinated “fixed site” basis. Please contact JFMG for details of the channels available in your area. Sennheiser UK can supply you with intermodulation-free frequency sets for your allocated channel.
  • Page 7: The Tourguide Uhf System

    The system has superb audio quality with an increased signal-to- noise ratio and dynamic range due to the inclusion of Sennheiser’s noise reduction system. Delivery includes The tourguide UHF system consists of the following components...
  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    However, if abused or misused, rechargeable batteries may leak and, in extreme cases, may even present an explosion and fire hazard. Please understand that Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from abuse or misuse. Especially observe the following safety instructions: Observe correct polarity.
  • Page 9: Ek 1035 Receiver

    EK 1035 receiver Bodypack receiver designed for receiving signals transmitted by transmitters of the evolution wireless series. Ten switchable UHF receiving frequencies ensure high flexibility and optimum reception. Special features Small and rugged bodypack receiver 10 switchable receiving frequencies, PLL-controlled (see „Specifications“...
  • Page 10: Accupack Operation

    Accupack operation The EK 1035 bodypack receiver is powered by the BA 1035 accupack. The accupack has an operating time of approx. six hours with the volume set to a medium value. The maximum operating time depends on the volume adjustment. The red LED at the top of the EK 1035 receiver provides information on the accupack capacity: LED lit up:...
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Volume

    Connecting the headphones Connect the headphones to the 3.5 mm stereo jack socket on the EK 1035 receiver. You can connect any Sennheiser stereo headphones with an impedance of more than 8 Ω per system. Important note: Only use headphones with a stereo jack plug!
  • Page 12: L 1035 Twin Charger

    L 1035 twin charger The L 1035 twin charger is suitable for charging BA 1035 accupacks which are supplied with the EK 1035 receiver. The accupack is slid onto the receiver from the side. Accupacks ensure economical and environmentally friendly operation of the tourguide UHF system during daily use.
  • Page 13: Wall-Mounting The Charger

    Wall-mounting the charger The charger is already prepared for wall mounting, the corresponding openings are at the rear of the charger. The mounting material is not included in the delivery. Charging the accupack/receiver The BA 1035 accupacks can be charged either attached to the receiver or separately.
  • Page 14 1 The EK 1035 bodypack receiver matches any of the transmitters (range E) of the Sennheiser evolution wireless series, generation 1: Radiomicrophones: SKM 100 / SKM 300 / SKM 500 Bodypack transmitters: SK 100 / SK 300 / SK 500...
  • Page 15: Skm 100 / Skm 300 / Skm 500 Radiomicrophones

    SKM 100 / SKM 300 / SKM 500 radiomicrophones Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 radiomicrophone 2 batteries 1 microphone clamp Operating Controls µ ¹ ¸ ³ ¶ Sound inlet basket Turnable protective cap for operating controls (shown removed) ·...
  • Page 16: Inserting And Changing The Battery

    Inserting and changing the battery ´ Unscrew the display section by turning it counter-clockwise. ´ Slide back the display section until the battery compartment ¿ becomes fully accessible. Insert the 9 V PP3 alkaline battery (IEC 6 LR 61). Please observe correct polarity when inserting the battery.
  • Page 17: Battery Status Indication

    Battery status indication ¸ The red LED and the lower 8-segment bargraph on the display provide information on the (remaining) battery capacity. ¸ Changing the microphone module First remove the battery and leave the radiomicrophone open. Unscrew the sound inlet basket. Remove the screw and put it to one side.
  • Page 18: 100 / Sk 300 / Sk 500 Bodypack Transmitters

    SK 100 / SK 300 / SK 500 bodypack transmitters Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 bodypack transmitter 2 batteries 1 clip-on microphone (please specify when ordering) Operating Controls µ ¸ ¹ ³ Antenna · Red LED for operation and battery status indication (ON/LOW BAT) »...
  • Page 19: Inserting And Changing The Battery

    Inserting and changing the battery ¿ Slide the cover of the battery compartment in the direction of the embossed arrow until it clicks audibly. Open the cover. Insert the 9 V PP3 alkaline battery (IEC 6 LR 61). Please observe correct polarity when inserting the battery.
  • Page 20: Attaching The Bodypack Transmitter To Clothing

    Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing The bodypack transmitter is best attached to e.g. the belt with clip The clip is detachable so that you can also attach the transmitter with the antenna pointing downwards. To do so, withdraw the clip from its fixing points and attach it the other way round.
  • Page 21: Skp 100 / Skp 500 Plug-On Transmitters

    SKP 100 / SKP 500 plug-on transmitters Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 plug-on transmitter 2 batteries 1 plug-on pouch POP 1 Suitable microphones (to be ordered separately) for the plug-on transmitter: Dynamic microphones Condenser microphones with internal power supply Condenser microphones with 48 V phantom powering Operating Controls µ...
  • Page 22: Inserting And Changing The Battery

    Inserting and changing the battery Slide the cover of the battery compartment in the direction of the arrow until it clicks audibly and open the cover. Insert the 9 V PP3 alkaline battery (IEC 6 LR 61). Please observe correct polarity when inserting the battery. Close the battery compartment.
  • Page 23: Muting The Transmitter

    Muting the transmitter µ Use the MUTE switch to noiselessly mute the transmitter’s audio signal (this switch does not switch off the transmitter). µ Battery status indication ¶ The red LED and the lower 8-segment bargraph on the display indicarte the battery capacity. ¶...
  • Page 24: Lc Display Panel Of The Evolution Wireless Transmitters

    LC display panel of the evolution wireless transmitters, generation 1 To ensure that transmitters and receivers of the Sennheiser evolution wireless series are easy to operate, the operating menus have been largely standardized. All transmitters have an LC display panel: ³...
  • Page 25: Overview Of Menus

    Overview of menus evolution wireless, generation 1 Display Function of the menu SEnSit Adjusting the sensitivity Selecting the sensitivity range (only SKP 100 / SKP 500) PHAnto Switching the phantom powering on/off (only SKP 500) DiSPL Selecting the standard display tunE Setting the transmission frequency Activating the lock mode to prevent accidental...
  • Page 26: Selecting The Sensitivity Range (Only Skp 100 / Skp 500)

    Selecting the sensitivity range (only SKP 100 / SKP 500) Condenser microphones require a different sensitivity range than dynamic microphones. With the plug-on transmitters, you can switch the sensitivity range by 20 dB. Select the “Att” menu by pressing the button until “Att”...
  • Page 27: Selecting The Content Of The Standard Display

    Setting the transmission/receiving frequency Transmission and receiving frequencies are tunable in 25-kHz steps within a switching bandwidth of 32 MHz max. Several devices of the Sennheiser evolution wireless series can be used simultaneously on different frequencies. The factory-preset frequencies are intermodulation-free.
  • Page 28: Assigning A Channel Number

    ”Practical Applications in RF Technology“ which your local Sennheiser agent has in stock or will be pleased to order for you from Sennheiser. Select the frequency memory for which you wish to set a frequency Select the “tunE”...
  • Page 29: Activating/Deactivating The Lock-Mode Function

    Activating/deactivating the lock-mode function To prevent accidental programming or switching off during operation, we recommend locking the buttons by activating the lock-mode function. Activating the lock-mode function Select the “LOC” menu by pressing the button. The current setting is indicated on the display. Press the button to activate the lock-mode function.
  • Page 30 2 The EK 1035 bodypack receiver matches any of the transmitters (range E) of the Sennheiser evolution wireless series, generation 2. Radiomicrophones: SKM 100 G2 / SKM 300 G2 / SKM 500 G2 Bodypack transmitters: SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2...
  • Page 31: The Channel Bank System

    UHF frequency ranges with radiomicrophone is 1440 transmission frequencies per frequency range. Please note: Frequency usage is different for each country. Your Sennheiser agent will have all the necessary details on the available legal frequencies for your area.
  • Page 32: Skm 100 G2 / Skm 300 G2 / Skm 500 G2 Radiomicrophones

    SKM 100 G2 / SKM 300 G2 / SKM 500 G2 radiomicrophones Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 radiomicrophone 2 batteries 1 microphone clamp 1 pouch Operating Controls ¿ ´ ² ¶ ³ · » º ¾ µ ¸...
  • Page 33: Inserting/Replacing The Batteries

    Inserting/replacing the batteries For powering the radiomicrophone, you can either use two 1.5 V AA ´ » size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack. Unscrew the display section from the radiomicrophone’s body by turning it counter-clockwise. Slide back the display section as far as it will go.
  • Page 34: Changing The Microphone Head

    Changing the microphone head First remove the batteries/accupack as described above and leave the radiomicrophone open. Unscrew the sound inlet basket. Loosen the screw and put it to one side. Gently ease the capsule out of the contacts and then pull it out of the housing as shown.
  • Page 35: Muting The Radiomicrophone

    Turn the protective cap at the bottom of the radiomicrophone ¸ ¹ so that the ON/OFF button becomes accessible. ¹ Press the ON/OFF button to switch the radiomicrophone on. The ¸ red LED lights up. ¹ To switch the radiomicrophone off, press the ON/OFF button ¸...
  • Page 36: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the radiomicrophone from time to time. Note: Do not use any cleansing agents or solvents. To clean the radiomicrophone’s sound inlet basket, proceed as follows: Unscrew the sound inlet basket (turn counterclockwise) and remove it.
  • Page 37: Sk 100 G2 / Sk 300 G2 / Sk 500 G2 Bodypack Transmitters

    SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2 bodypack transmitters Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 bodypack transmitter 2 batteries 1 BPP 1 bodypack pouch 1 clip-on microphone (please specify when ordering) Operating Controls ·...
  • Page 38: Inserting And Replacing The Batteries

    Inserting and charging the accupack ¾ The transmitter can also be powered via the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack. Insert the accupack into the battery compartment as described above. The transmitter has two charging contacts and a sensing contact on its short sides.
  • Page 39: Connecting The Microphone/Line Cable

    Connecting the microphone/line cable The microphone/line input is designed for the connection of both condenser microphones and instruments (e.g. guitars). DC powering of the condenser microphones is via the microphone/line input. Connect the 3.5 mm jack plug from the microphone/line cable to the 3.5 mm jack socket (MIC/LINE) Lock the 3.5 mm jack plug by screwing down the coupling ring Via the operating menu, adjust the sensitivity of the...
  • Page 40: Switching The Transmitter On/Off

    Switching the transmitter on/off The transmitter can only be switched off when the standard display is shown on the display panel. When in the operating menu, briefly pressing the ON/OFF button will cancel your entry (ESC function) and return you to the standard display with the last stored settings. Note: Remove the batteries or the accupack when the transmitter will not be used for extended periods of time.
  • Page 41: Skp 100 G2 / Skp 500 G2 Plug-On Transmitter

    SKP 100 G2 / SKP 500 G2 plug-on transmitter Delivery includes Zum Lieferumfang des Senders gehören: The packaging contains the following items: 1 plug-on transmitter 2 batteries 1 POP 1 Plug-on pouch Suitable microphones (to be ordered separately) for the plug-on transmitter: Dynamic microphones Condenser microphones with internal power supply Condenser microphones with 48 V phantom powering...
  • Page 42: Inserting And Replacing The Batteries

    Inserting and replacing the batteries For powering the plug-on transmitter, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the ¾ embossed arrow until it clicks audibly and open the cover.
  • Page 43: Plugging The Plug-On Transmitter Onto A Microphone

    Plugging the plug-on transmitter onto a microphone Plug the transmitter’s XLR-3F socket onto the microphone’s XLR-3M socket. ³ · Tighten the locking ring as shown. Note: The transmitter uses the microphone body as an antenna – therefore only microphones with a metal casing should be used for best signal transmission.
  • Page 44: Lc Display Panel Of The Evolution Wireless G2 Transmitters

    LC display panel of the evolution wireless G2 transmitters, generation 2 LC display panel Alphanumeric display “B.CH“ – appears when the channel bank and the channel number are displayed “MHz“ – appears when the frequency is displayed 4-step battery status display Lock mode icon (lock mode is activated) “...
  • Page 45: Overview Of Menus Evolution Wireless G2, Generation 2

    Overview of menus evolution wireless G2, generation 2 Display Function of the menu BANK Switching between channel banks CHAN Switching between the channels in a channel bank TUNE Setting a transmission frequency for the channel bank “ (user bank) U” SENSIT Adjusting the sensitivity (AF) DISPLY...
  • Page 46: Adjusting A Setting

    Adjusting a setting Press the / buttons to adjust the setting. By briefly pressing the buttons, the display jumps either forwards or backwards to the next setting. In the “CHAN ”, TUNE “NAME menu, the buttons feature a “fast “ ”...
  • Page 47: Operating Menu Of The Transmitters

    Operating menu of the transmitters EXIT BANK BANK BANK Changing the channel Current channel bank 1...8, U (User bank Bank) Stores the setting STORED 1.02 1.03 B.CH B.CH CHAN Current channel Channel 01...20 Changing the channel (display depends on Stores the setting "DISPLY"...
  • Page 48 DISPLY NAME VOCAL GUCAL Assigning the Current transmitter name Transmitter name transmitter a name (6 characters) Letters w/o pronounciation marks, numbers from 0...9, special characters, spaces STORED SET: 5 x next character, then store RST. RST. RESET Security check OK, NO Loading the factory- preset default settings "reset"...
  • Page 49: Adjustment Tips For The Operating Menu

    Adjustment tips for the operating menu BANK Switching between channel banks Via the “BANK” menu, you can switch between the transmitter’s nine channel banks. Each of the channel banks “1” to “8” has up to 20 switchable channels that are factory-preset to a transmission frequency.
  • Page 50: Adjusting The Sensitivity

    SENSIT Adjusting the sensitivity Via the “SENSIT” menu, you can adjust the transmitter’s input sensitivity. The input sensitivity is adjusted too high when close talking distances, speakers with loud voices or loud music passages cause overmodulation in the transmission link. When the audio input level is excessively high (AF peak), the level display for audio signal (AF) shows full deflection.
  • Page 51: Switching The Phantom Powering On/Off (Skp 500 Only)

    PHANTO Switching the phantom powering on/off (SKP 500 only) The plug-on transmitter can supply condenser microphones without internal power supply with 48 V phantom powering (P 48). The phantom powering can be switched on or off via the “PHANTO” menu. Please note: Dynamic microphones can be operated in phantom powering mode without harm.
  • Page 52: Loading The Factory-Preset Default Settings

    With the / buttons you can now select a character. By briefly pressing a button, the display jumps either forwards or backwards to the next character. If you hold down a button, the display starts cycling continuously. Press the button to change to the next segment and select the next character.
  • Page 53: Recommendations And Tips

    Recommendations and tips ... for the receiver EK 1035 Transmission range depends to a large extent on location. There should be a “free line of sight” between transmitting and receiving antennas..for the radiomicrophones Hold the radiomicrophone in the middle of the microphone body. Holding it close to the sound inlet basket will influence the micro- phone’s pick-up pattern, holding it at the lower part of the body will reduce the transmitter’s range.
  • Page 54: Hdx Noise Reduction

    Inherent noise the RF link Transmitter Receiver This product family is equipped with HDX, the Sennheiser noise reduction system that reduces RF interference. It increases the signal-to-noise ratio in wireless audio transmission to more than 110 dB. is a wideband compander system which compresses the audio signal in the transmitter in a 2:1 ratio (related to dB) to lift it above the inherent noise floor of the RF link.
  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Sennheiser agent for assistance. Accessories and spare parts Only use original Sennheiser accessories and spare parts. ATTENTION: Components from other manufacturers (e.g. for power supply or accupack) may cause damage to...
  • Page 56: Accessories For The L 1035 Charger

    Accessories for the L 1035 charger NT 1035-EU Plug-in mains unit, (Cat. No. 500184) 230 V ± 10 %, 1.8 A, 50 Hz NT 1035-UK Plug-in mains unit, (Cat. No. 500185) 230 V ± 10 %, 1.9 A, 50 Hz Transmitters of the evolution wireless series, generation 1 SKM 100 / SKM 300 / SKM 500 radiomicrophone...
  • Page 57: Transmitters Of The Evolution Wireless Series, Generation 2

    Transmitters of the evolution wireless series, generation 2 SKM 100 G2 / SKM 300 G2 / SKM 500 G2 radiomicrophone MD 835 Microphone head (green identification ring), dynamic, cardioid MD 845 Microphone head (blue identification ring), dynamic, super-cardioid ME 865 Microphone head (red identification ring), condenser, super-cardioid MMD 935...
  • Page 58: Specifications

    ± 24 kHz / ± 48 kHz RF squelch factory-preset Adjacent channel rejection > 55 dB Noise reduction system Sennheiser AF frequency response 80 – 15.000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio 90 dB(A) THD at nominal deviation and 1 kHz < 1 %, typ. 0.5 % AF output (headphones) 3.5 mm stereo jack socket...
  • Page 59: L 1035 Twin Charger

    L 1035 twin charger Charging current 107 mA or 7 mA trickle charge current Charging time 16 hours (timer-controlled) Power supply , via NT 1035 plug-in mains unit Dimensions 80 x 100 x 68 mm Weight approx. 150 g Plug-in mains unit NT 1035-EU (Cat.
  • Page 60: Evolution Wireless Transmitters, Generation 2

    evolution wireless transmitters, generation 2 Modulation wideband FM Frequency ranges 518–554, 626–662, 740–776, 786–822, 830–866 MHz Transmission/receiving frequencies 8 channel banks with up to 20 factory-preset channels each 1 channel bank with up to 20 freely selectable channels (1440 frequencies, tunable in steps of 25 kHz) Ω...
  • Page 61: Warranty

    Warranty You are given a 2-year warranty on your tourguide UHF system. For details on the conditions please refer to www.sennheiser.com, at „Service“ http://www.sennheiser.com/sennheiser/icm_eng.nsf/root/ service_warranty_conditions...
  • Page 64 EG-Konformitäts-Erklärung / EC Certificate of Conformity / Déclaration de conformité pour la CEE Certificato di conformitá comunitario / Declaración de Conformidad / EG-Conformiteitsverklaring SENNHEISER electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, D-30900 Wedemark erklären, dass die Produkte / declare that these devices / déclarons que ces appareils...
  • Page 65 EG-Konformitäts-Erklärung / EC Certificate of Conformity / Déclaration de conformité pour la CEE Certificato di conformitá comunitario / Declaración de Conformidad / EG-Conformiteitsverklaring SENNHEISER electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, D-30900 Wedemark erklären, dass die Produkte / declare that these devices / déclarons que ces appareils...
  • Page 66 Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations! The guarantee period for this Sennheiser product is 24 months from the date of purchase. Excluded are accessory items, rechargeable or disposable batteries that are delivered with the product; due to their cha- racteristics these products have a shorter service life that is principally dependent on the individual fre- quency of use.
  • Page 68 Subject to alterations 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. 01/04 94717/A01...

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