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Sennheiser EK 2000 IEM Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 EK 2000 IEM Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The frequency bank system ... 5 Delivery includes ... 6 Product overview ... 7 Overview of the EK 2000 IEM diversity receiver ... 7 Overview of the displays ... 8 Putting the diversity receiver into operation ... 10 Inserting the batteries/accupack ... 10 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 Intended use Intended use of the EK 2000 IEM diversity receiver includes: • having read these instructions especially the chapter “Important safety instructions”, • using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. “Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.

  • Page 5: The Ek 2000 Iem Diversity Receiver

    The EK 2000 IEM diversity receiver The EK 2000 IEM diversity receiver This diversity 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. Transmitters and receivers are designed for monitoring applications and permit wireless transmission with studio-quality sound.

  • Page 6: 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 IEM product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. The EK 2000 IEM diversity receiver...

  • Page 7: Delivery Includes

    It might be that these receiving frequencies are intermodulation-free (see page 28). Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 EK 2000 IEM diversity receiver 1 pair of IE 4 earphones 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product overview Overview of the EK 2000 IEM diversity receiver On/off/volume control Headphone output (PHONES), 3.5 mm stereo jack socket, lockable (the ground contact is used by antenna II) Antenna I Operation and battery status indicator, red LED (lit = ON, flashing =...

  • Page 9: Overview Of The Displays

    For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 15. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. Display RF level “RF” (Radio Frequency) Audio level “AF” (Audio Frequency) Frequency Name Lock mode icon 823.925...
  • Page 10 Display Battery status Muting function “MUTE” or audio channels 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” standard display (see page 15) •...

  • Page 11: 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 (see “Accesso- ries” on page 33). 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 12: Connecting The Earphones

    Connecting the earphones Connect the earphones to the socket The ground connection of the earphones cable serves as the antenna for the second diversity section. For details on the connector assignment, refer to the diagram on page 35. Attaching the diversity receiver to clothing You can use the belt clip (e.g.
  • Page 13 Putting the diversity receiver into operation To detach the belt clip: Lift one side of the belt clip as shown. Press down the belt clip at one fixing point and pull it out of the receiver housing. Repeat for the other side.

  • Page 14: 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 15: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    Using the diversity receiver To adjust the volume: CAUTION! Hearing damage due to high volumes! Listening at high volume levels for long periods can lead to permanent hearing defects. Set the volume to a low level before putting the earphones on. Turn the volume control Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the...

  • Page 16: Selecting A Standard Display

    Selecting a standard display Press the mode (see page 23), you can alternatively press the rocker button. Contents of the display 823.925 **2000** MUTE 516.000 Lim: - 6dB 516.000 For more detailed information, refer to the chapter “Overview of the displays”...

  • Page 17: 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 18 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 Balance Adjusts the balance Mode...

  • 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 how to use the operating menu.
  • Page 20 Canceling an entry Press the 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” menu item. Menu Exit Confirm your selection.

  • Page 21: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    Adjusting settings via the operating menu Adjusting settings via the operating menu The main menu “Menu” Adjusting the squelch threshold – “Squelch” Menu Squelch Call up “Squelch” Adjustment range: 5 to 25 dBμV, adjustable in 2-dB steps, can be switched The squelch eliminates annoying noise when the transmitter is switched off or when there is no longer sufficient transmitter power received by the receiver.
  • Page 22 Display 823.925 **2000** MUTE 823.925 **2000** If you have accidentally switched off the squelch: Press the rocker button to switch the squelch on. Scanning for, releasing and selecting frequency presets – “Easy Setup” Menu item Function of the menu item Reset List Releases all locked frequency presets Current List...
  • Page 23 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Overview of the frequency banks and channels: Frequency bank Channels “1” to “20” up to 32 per frequency bank “U1” to “U6” up to 32 per frequency bank Entering a name – “Name” Menu Name L i c h a e l Call up “Name”...
  • Page 24 You can adjust the balance in 31 steps. In Focus mode (see next section) and when one of the standard displays is shown, you can also use the rocker button to adjust the balance. The mode of operation of the balance setting depends on the selected audio mode (see next section).

  • Page 25: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    Adjusting settings via the operating menu Activating/deactivating the automatic lock mode – “Auto Lock” Menu Auto Lock A c t i v e Call up “Auto Lock” The lock mode prevents that the balance is accidentally adjusted when the receiver is in Focus mode. In addition, the lock mode prevents that the diversity receiver is accidentally switched off or programed during opera- tion.
  • Page 26 Advanced Menu Tune 823.925 MHz Call up “Tune” (special function) It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 28. Press the rocker button to set the MHz section of the frequency. Press the frequency. The kHz section of the frequency is highlighted. Press the rocker button to set the kHz section of the frequency.
  • Page 27 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Press the rocker button to set the channel. Press the The frequency (MHz section) is highlighted. Set the desired frequency (MHz and kHz section) as described in the previous chapter. Activating/deactivating the pilot tone evaluation – “Pilot Tone” Advanced Menu Name Pilot Tone...
  • Page 28 CAUTION! Danger of hearing damage due to a switched-off limiter! The limiter limits the volume at the headphone output PHONES switched off, the receiver is capable of producing high sound pressure levels. Prolonged exposure to high sound pressure levels can cause permanent hearing defects. Set the limiter to a low level before putting the earphones on.

  • Page 29: Synchronizing A Transmitter With The Diversity 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 30: Synchronizing Transmitters With Diversity Receivers (Sync)

    Synchronizing a transmitter with the diversity receiver Start the Easy Setup Sync this diversity receiver in front of the infra-red interfaces of all transmit- ters, one after the other. The diversity receiver transfers an unused channel from the selected frequency bank to the first transmitter and the next unused channel to the second transmitter and so on.

  • Page 31: 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 32: Recommendations And Tips

    Recommendations and tips ... for the diversity receiver • Make sure that the antenna and the earphones cable do not cross. • For best results, make sure that the transmitter sensitivity is correctly adjusted..for optimum reception • Transmission range depends to a large extent on location and can vary from about 10 m to about 150 m.

  • Page 33: If A Problem Occurs

    If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Diversity Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode 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...

  • Page 34: 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 IEM accessories are available from your specialist dealer: Cat. No. Accessory 009950...

  • Page 35: Specifications

    ≥ 80 dB ≥ 80 dB Off, 5 to 25 dBμV, adjustable in steps of 2 dB can be switched off Sennheiser approx. 90 dB ≤ 0.9% 2 x 100 mW at 32 Ω +8 dB at 80 kHz –18 dB to –6 dB,...
  • Page 36 4 to 6 hrs (depending on volume level) approx. 82 x 64 x 24 mm approx. 140 g EMC: EN 301489-1/-9 Radio: EN 300422-1/-2 Safety: EN 60065 47 CFR 15 subpart B Industry Canada RSS 123 IC 2099A-EK2000IEM limited to 806 MHz...

  • Page 37: 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 38 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 39: Index

    Index Index Accessories Accupack charging inserting Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview settings Auto Lock (activating/deactivating the lock mode) Balance (adjusting the balance) Batteries battery status inserting Buttons ESC button function of the ~ SET button UP/DOWN button Channel assigning a frequency selecting setting a frequency Displays...
  • Page 40 Name (entering a name) Operating menu overview settings using Pilot Tone (activating/deactivating the pilot tone evaluation) Receiver adjusting the volume cleaning switching off switching on Reset (resetting the settings made in the operating menu) RF signal indication Software Revision (displaying the software revision) Squelch (adjusting the squelch)
  • Page 41 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 01/09 www.sennheiser.com 529678/A01...

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