Sennheiser XS Wireless 1 Instruction Manual

Sennheiser XS Wireless 1 Instruction Manual

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XS Wireless 1 | XS Wireless 2
Instruction Manual
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG
Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany, www.sennheiser.com
XSW 1 | XSW 2 - v1.0

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  • Page 1 XS Wireless 1 | XS Wireless 2 Instruction Manual Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany, www.sennheiser.com XSW 1 | XSW 2 - v1.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT INFORMATION 4 Products of the XS Wireless line 4 EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver 5 EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver 5 EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver 6 SKM 825-XSW handheld transmitter 7 SKM 835-XSW handheld transmitter 8 SKM 865-XSW handheld transmitter 9 SK-XSW bodypack transmitter 10 Available sets 11 XSW 1-825 | Vocal Set 11...
  • Page 3 Front 41 Back 42 Connecting/disconnecting the receiver to/from the po- wer supply system 43 Outputting audio signals 44 Switching the receiver on and off 45 Information on the receiver’s display 46 Setting options on the front of the device 48 Navigation buttons 48 Setting the frequency automatically (AUTO SCAN) 48 Setting the frequency manually 50...
  • Page 4 SK-XSW bodypack transmitter 81 Product overview 81 Inserting and removing the batteries 82 Battery status 83 Connecting a microphone to the bodypack transmitter 84 Connecting an instrument or line source to the bodypack transmitter 84 Switching the bodypack transmitter on and off 86 Establishing a connection to the receiver 86 Information on the bodypack transmitter’s display 87 Further information 87...
  • Page 5: Product Information

    PRODUCT INFORMATION PRODUCT INFORMATION Products of the XS Wireless line ► For information about the available accessories, see „Acces- sories“. For information about the available sets, see „Available sets“. For information about the frequency ranges, see „Frequency ranges“. You can find technical specifications for the series and the in- dividual products under „SPECIFICATIONS“.
  • Page 6: Em-Xsw 1 Stationary Receiver

    Products of the XS Wireless line EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver ► You can find more detailed information about the EM- XSW 1 in the following sections: Startup and operation: „EM-XSW 1 rack receiver“ ▷ Specifications: „EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver“ ▷ EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver ►...
  • Page 7: Em-Xsw 2 Stationary Receiver

    Products of the XS Wireless line EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver ► You can find more detailed information about the EM- XSW 2 in the following sections: Startup and operation: „EM-XSW 2 rack receiver“ ▷ Specifications: „EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver“ ▷...
  • Page 8: Skm 825-Xsw Handheld Transmitter

    Products of the XS Wireless line SKM 825-XSW handheld transmitter ► Handheld transmitter with e825 microphone capsule You can find more detailed information about the SKM- XSW in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Handheld transmitters SKM 825- ▷ XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW“ Specifications: „SKM-XSW handheld transmitter“...
  • Page 9: Skm 835-Xsw Handheld Transmitter

    Products of the XS Wireless line SKM 835-XSW handheld transmitter ► Handheld transmitter with e835 microphone capsule You can find more detailed information about the SKM- XSW in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Handheld transmitters SKM 825- ▷ XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW“ Specifications: „SKM-XSW handheld transmitter“...
  • Page 10: Skm 865-Xsw Handheld Transmitter

    Products of the XS Wireless line SKM 865-XSW handheld transmitter ► Handheld transmitter with e865 microphone capsule You can find more detailed information about the SKM- XSW in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Handheld transmitters SKM 825- ▷ XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW“ Specifications: „SKM-XSW handheld transmitter“...
  • Page 11: Sk-Xsw Bodypack Transmitter

    Products of the XS Wireless line SK-XSW bodypack transmitter ► You can find more detailed information about the SK- XSW in the following sections: Startup and operation: „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ ▷ Specifications: „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ ▷...
  • Page 12: Available Sets

    Available sets Available sets XSW 1-825 | Vocal Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver“ • „SKM 825-XSW handheld transmitter“ • MZQ 1 microphone clamp • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 13: Xsw 1-835 | Vocal Set

    Available sets XSW 1-835 | Vocal Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver“ • „SKM 835-XSW handheld transmitter“ • MZQ 1 microphone clamp • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 14: Xsw 1-825 Dual | Vocal Set

    Available sets XSW 1-825 DUAL | Vocal Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver“ • 2x „SKM 825-XSW handheld transmitter“ • 2x MZQ 1 microphone clamp • Power supply with country adapters •...
  • Page 15: Xsw 1-835 Dual | Vocal Set

    Available sets XSW 1-835 DUAL | Vocal Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver“ • 2x „SKM 835-XSW handheld transmitter“ • 2x MZQ 1 microphone clamp • Power supply with country adapters •...
  • Page 16: Xsw 1-Ci1 | Instrument Set

    Available sets XSW 1-CI1 | Instrument Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver“ • „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ • CI 1 instrument cable • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 17: Xsw 1-908 | Instrument Set

    Available sets XSW 1-908 | Instrument Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver“ • „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ • e 908T instrument microphone • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 18: Xsw 1-Me2 | Lavalier Set

    Available sets XSW 1-ME2 | Lavalier Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver“ • „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ • ME 2 lavalier microphone • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 19: Xsw 1-Me3 | Headmic Set

    Available sets XSW 1-ME3 | Headmic Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver“ • „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ • ME 3 headset microphone • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 20: Xsw 2-835 | Vocal Set

    Available sets XSW 2-835 | Vocal Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver“ • „SKM 835-XSW handheld transmitter“ • MZQ 1 microphone clamp • Rack mount kit • Power supply with country adapters •...
  • Page 21: Xsw 2-865 | Vocal Set

    Available sets XSW 2-865 | Vocal Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver“ • „SKM 865-XSW handheld transmitter“ • MZQ 1 microphone clamp • Rack mount kit • Power supply with country adapters •...
  • Page 22: Xsw 2-Ci1 | Instrument Set

    Available sets XSW 2-CI1 | Instrument Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver“ • „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ • CI 1 instrument cable • Rack mount kit • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 23: Xsw 2-Me2 | Lavalier Set

    Available sets XSW 2-ME2 | Lavalier Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver“ • „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ • ME 2 lavalier microphone • Rack mount kit • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 24: Xsw 2-Me3 | Headmic Set

    Available sets XSW 2-ME3 | Headmic Set ► The set consists of the following components: • „EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver“ • „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ • ME 3 headset microphone • Rack mount kit • Power supply with country adapters • 2 AA LR6 batteries, 1.5 V You can find more detailed information about the set in the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating devices...
  • Page 25: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories GA 1-XSW 2 rack mount kit 19" rack adapter for mounting the EM-XSW 2 in a 19" rack. Art. no. 507351 ► GA 2-XSW 2 antenna front mount kit Antenna front mount kit for installing antenna connections on the front of the rack when using the EM-XSW 2 together with the GA 1-XSW 2 rack mount kit.
  • Page 26: Frequency Ranges

    ► ► ► Conditions and restrictions for using frequencies There may be special conditions and restrictions for us- ing frequencies in your country. Before putting the product into operation, find the information for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa...
  • Page 27: Instruction Manual

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL Starting up and operating devices of the XS Wireless line „EM-XSW 1 rack receiver“ „EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver“ „EM-XSW 2 rack receiver“...
  • Page 28 Starting up and operating devices of the XS Wireless line ► „Handheld transmitters SKM 825-XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW“ ► „SK-XSW bodypack transmitter“ ► „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“ ► „Cleaning and maintenance“...
  • Page 29: Em-Xsw 1 Rack Receiver

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Connectors and controls Front Display for status information • See „Information on the receiver’s display“ Control buttons for selecting channels and adjusting vol- • See „Setting options on the front of the device“ SYNC button for synchronizing the transmitter and receiver •...
  • Page 30: Back

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Back XLR-3 socket for Balanced audio output • See „Outputting audio signals“ 6.3 mm jack socket for Unbalanced audio output • See „Outputting audio signals“ Line/Mic switch for selecting the signal type • See „Setting options on the rear of the device“ •...
  • Page 31: Connecting/Disconnecting The Receiver To/ From The Power Supply System

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Connecting/disconnecting the receiver to/ from the power supply system Only use the supplied power supply unit. It is designed for your receiver and ensures safe operation. To connect the receiver to the power supply system: Pass the cable of the power supply unit through the strain ▷...
  • Page 32: Outputting Audio Signals

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Outputting audio signals The EM-XSW 1 has a balanced XLR-3M output socket and an unbalanced 6.3 mm jack output socket. Always use only one of the two output sockets. ▷ To connect an XLR cable: Plug the XLR cable into the Balanced socket on the EM- ▷...
  • Page 33: Switching The Receiver On And Off

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Switching the receiver on and off To switch the receiver on: Short-press the ON/OFF button. ▷ The receiver switches on. To switch the receiver to standby mode: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the display switches ▷...
  • Page 34: Information On The Receiver's Display

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Information on the receiver’s display Status information such as frequency, reception quality, bat- tery status and audio level is shown on the display. Sensitivity: Indicates the sensitivity of the connected transmitter • SKM: „Setting the input sensitivity“ •...
  • Page 35 EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Battery: Battery status of the connected transmitter • SKM: „Inserting and removing the batteries“ • SK: „Inserting and removing the batteries“ Bank/Channel: Frequency bank and channel of the radio link • „Setting options on the front of the device“...
  • Page 36: Setting Options On The Front Of The Device

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Setting options on the front of the device Navigation buttons Use the following buttons to navigate through the receiver’s settings. ► Setting the frequency automatically (AUTO SCAN) Performs an automatic frequency scan of your area. This en- ables you to easily find and assign free radio frequencies.
  • Page 37: Setting The Frequency Manually

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver The scan starts automatically. An open channel is then shown in the display (e.g. bank 2, channel 3). ► ► Press the SET/SCAN button to accept the displayed chan- ▷ nel. If you have set a new frequency, you must still syn- chronize the receiver with the transmitter to es- tablish the radio link (see „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“).
  • Page 38 EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Press the CH+/CH- buttons to select a frequency bank (1 to ▷ ► Press the SET/SCAN button to accept the selected fre- ▷ quency bank. Press the CH+/CH- buttons to select a channel (0 to 9) in ▷...
  • Page 39: Adjusting The Volume Of The Audio Outputs

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Adjusting the volume of the audio outputs Use the VOL+/VOL- buttons to set the level of the audio signal coming from the receiver’s audio outputs (Balanced/Unbal- anced). This audio signal can be output to a mixing console or an amplifier, for example.
  • Page 40: Setting Options On The Rear Of The Device

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Setting options on the rear of the device Selecting the signal type (Mic/Line) Set the Line/Mic switch to the desired position. ▷ • Line: when using instruments or other line sources with the SK-XSW bodypack transmitter •...
  • Page 41: Configuring A Multi-Channel System

    EM-XSW 1 rack receiver Configuring a multi-channel system Please note when creating multi-channel systems: Only the factory-preset transmission frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free. Set the same channel bank for all receivers. ▷ Assign one channel from this channel bank to each receiv- ▷...
  • Page 42: Em-Xsw 1 Dual Rack Receiver

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Connectors and controls The EM-XSW 1 DUAL two-channel receiver is essentially two individual EM-XSW 1 receivers in one housing. Each of the two receiver channels has separate connectors and setting options. Front Display for status information •...
  • Page 43: Back

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Back XLR-3 socket for Balanced audio output • For each of the two channels • See „Outputting audio signals“ 6.3 mm jack socket for Unbalanced audio output • For each of the two channels • See „Outputting audio signals“ Line/Mic switch for selecting the signal type •...
  • Page 44: Connecting/Disconnecting The Receiver To/ From The Power Supply System

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Connecting/disconnecting the receiver to/ from the power supply system Only use the supplied power supply unit. It is designed for your receiver and ensures safe operation. To connect the receiver to the power supply system: Pass the cable of the power supply unit through the strain ▷...
  • Page 45: Outputting Audio Signals

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Outputting audio signals Each of the two channels on the EM-XSW1 DUAL has both a balanced XLR-3M output socket and an unbalanced 6.3 mm (1/4") jack output socket. The EM-XSW 1 has a balanced XLR-3M output socket and an unbalanced 6.3 mm jack output socket.
  • Page 46: Switching The Receiver On And Off

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Switching the receiver on and off To switch the receiver on: Short-press the ON/OFF button. ▷ The receiver switches on. To switch the receiver to standby mode: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the display switches ▷...
  • Page 47: Information On The Receiver's Display

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Information on the receiver’s display Status information such as frequency, reception quality, bat- tery status and audio level is shown on the display for each of the two channels. Sensitivity: Indicates the sensitivity of the connected transmitter •...
  • Page 48 EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Sync: „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the re- ceiver and transmitter“ Battery: Battery status of the connected transmitter • SKM: „Inserting and removing the batteries“ • SK: „Inserting and removing the batteries“ Bank/Channel: Frequency bank and channel of the radio link •...
  • Page 49: Setting Options On The Front Of The Device

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Setting options on the front of the device Navigation buttons Use the following buttons to navigate through the receiver’s settings. ► Setting the frequency automatically (AUTO SCAN) Performs an automatic frequency scan of your area. This en- ables you to easily find and assign free radio frequencies.
  • Page 50 EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Press the SET/SCAN button for approx. 3 seconds. ▷ ► The scan starts automatically. An open channel is then shown in the display (e.g. bank 2, channel 3). ► ► Press the SET/SCAN button to accept the displayed chan- ▷...
  • Page 51: Setting The Frequency Manually

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Setting the frequency manually Press the SET/SCAN button. ▷ ► Press the CH+/CH- buttons to select a frequency bank (1 to ▷ ► Press the SET/SCAN button to accept the selected fre- ▷ quency bank.
  • Page 52 EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Press the CH+/CH- buttons to select a channel (0 to 9) in ▷ the selected frequency bank. The selected bank and channel are shown in the display (e.g. bank 2, channel 3). ► ► Press the SET/SCAN button to accept the selected chan- ▷...
  • Page 53: Adjusting The Volume Of The Audio Outputs

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Adjusting the volume of the audio outputs Use the VOL+/VOL- buttons to set the level of the audio signal coming from the receiver’s audio outputs (Balanced/Unbal- anced). This audio signal can be output to a mixing console or an amplifier, for example.
  • Page 54: Setting Options On The Rear Of The Device

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Setting options on the rear of the device Selecting the signal type (Mic/Line) Set the Line/Mic switch to the desired position for each of ▷ the two channels. • Line: when using instruments or other line sources with the SK-XSW bodypack transmitter •...
  • Page 55: Configuring A Multi-Channel System

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Configuring a multi-channel system Please note when creating multi-channel systems: Only the factory-preset transmission frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free. Set the same channel bank for all receivers. ▷ Assign one channel from this channel bank to each receiv- ▷...
  • Page 56: Em-Xsw 2 Rack Receiver

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Connectors and controls Front Display for status information • See „Information on the receiver’s display“ UP/DOWN menu buttons for navigating the operating menu • See „Setting options on the front of the device“ SET menu button for navigating the operating menu •...
  • Page 57: Back

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Back BNC sockets, antenna inputs • See „Connecting antennas“ XLR-3 socket for Balanced audio output • See „Outputting audio signals“ 6.3 mm jack socket for Unbalanced audio output • See „Outputting audio signals“ 10Line/Mic switch for selecting the signal type •...
  • Page 58: Connecting/Disconnecting The Receiver To/ From The Power Supply System

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Connecting/disconnecting the receiver to/ from the power supply system Only use the supplied power supply unit. It is designed for your receiver and ensures safe operation. To connect the receiver to the power supply system: Pass the cable of the power supply unit through the strain ▷...
  • Page 59: Connecting Antennas

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Connecting antennas To connect the supplied rod antennas: Connect the antennas to the two antenna inputs on the re- ▷ ceiver as shown in the figure. Slightly angle the antennas to the left and right as shown in ▷...
  • Page 60: Outputting Audio Signals

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Outputting audio signals The EM-XSW 2 has a balanced XLR-3M output socket and an unbalanced 6.3 mm jack output socket. Always use only one of the two output sockets. ▷ To connect an XLR cable: Plug the XLR cable into the Balanced socket on the EM- ▷...
  • Page 61: Installing Receivers In A Rack

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Installing receivers in a rack CAUTION Rack mounting poses risks When installing the device in a closed 19" rack or multi-rack assembly, please consider that, during operation, the ambient temperature, the mechanical load and the electrical potentials will be different from those of devices which are not mounted into a rack.
  • Page 62: Mounting A Single Receiver In A Rack

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Mounting a single receiver in a rack Connect the mounting brackets to the sides of the receiver ▷ as shown in the figure. ► Attach the front panel as shown in the figure. ▷ If desired, attach the antennas to the front panel as shown ▷...
  • Page 63: Mounting Two Receivers Side By Side In A Rack

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Mounting two receivers side by side in a rack Place both receivers upside down and side by side on an ▷ even surface. Tighten the jointing plate as shown in the figure. ▷ Attach the mounting brackets as shown in the figure. ▷...
  • Page 64: Switching The Receiver On And Off

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Switching the receiver on and off To switch the receiver on: Short-press the ON/OFF button. ▷ The receiver switches on. To switch the receiver to standby mode: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the display switches ▷...
  • Page 65: Information On The Receiver's Display

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Information on the receiver’s display Status information such as frequency, reception quality, bat- tery status and audio level is shown on the display. Transmitter Antenna audio level diversity Frequency ANT AB Radio TUNE frequency PRESET Menu level SCAN RF AF...
  • Page 66 EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Transmitter battery: • XSW-SKM -> „Inserting and removing the batteries“ • XSW-SK -> „Inserting and removing the batteries“ Transmitter audio level: • XSW-SKM -> „Setting the input sensitivity“ • XSW-SK -> „Setting the input sensitivity“...
  • Page 67: Setting Options On The Front Of The Device

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Setting options on the front of the device Navigation buttons Use the following buttons to navigate through the receiver’s settings. ► Press the UP or DOWN button • Changes to the previous or next menu item •...
  • Page 68: Scan Menu Item

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver SCAN menu item Under the SCAN menu item, you can perform an automatic frequency scan of your area. This enables you to easily find and assign free radio frequencies. Switch off all transmitters before you perform the scan. If transmitters are still switched on, they are detected as un- available frequencies and the frequencies that are actually available cannot then be used.
  • Page 69: Preset Menu Item

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Press the UP or DOWN button to select a frequency bank. ▷ Press the SET button to start the frequency scan in the se- ▷ lected bank. The next free frequency is shown on the display. Press the SET button to accept the displayed frequency.
  • Page 70 EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Press the UP or DOWN button to select a frequency bank. ▷ Press the SET button to save the selected frequency bank. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button to select a channel in the fre- ▷...
  • Page 71: Tune Menu Item

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver TUNE menu item Under the TUNE menu item, you can manually set the radio frequency independently of the preset channels. If you are not sure whether the selected frequency is free, we recommend performing a scan to detect all free frequencies: „SCAN menu item“.
  • Page 72: Adjusting The Volume Of The Audio Outputs

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Adjusting the volume of the audio outputs Use the VOLUME control knob to set the level of the audio sig- nal coming from the receiver’s audio outputs (Balanced/Un- balanced). This audio signal can be output to a mixing console or an amplifier, for example.
  • Page 73: Setting Options On The Rear Of The Device

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Setting options on the rear of the device Selecting the signal type (Mic/Line) Set the Line/Mic switch to the desired position. ▷ • Line: when using instruments or other line sources with the SK-XSW bodypack transmitter •...
  • Page 74: Configuring A Multi-Channel System

    EM-XSW 2 rack receiver Configuring a multi-channel system Please note when creating multi-channel systems: Only the factory-preset transmission frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free. Set the same channel bank for all receivers. ▷ Assign one channel from this channel bank to each receiv- ▷...
  • Page 75: Handheld Transmitters Skm 825-Xsw | Skm 835-Xsw | Skm 865-Xsw

    Handheld transmitters SKM 825-XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW Handheld transmitters SKM 825-XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW Product overview ► ON/OFF button with LED • See „Switching the handheld transmitter on and off“ • Green: the radio link is established •...
  • Page 76: Inserting And Removing The Batteries

    Handheld transmitters SKM 825-XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW Inserting and removing the batteries You need two AA 1.5 V batteries to operate the handheld transmitter. Unscrew the microphone housing as shown in the figure ▷ and pull it downward. Insert the batteries as indicated in the battery compart- ▷...
  • Page 77: Battery Status

    Handheld transmitters SKM 825-XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW Battery status Battery charge status in the display: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►...
  • Page 78: Switching The Handheld Transmitter On And Off

    See „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“. Conditions and restrictions for using frequencies There may be special conditions and restrictions for us- ing frequencies in your country. Before putting the product into operation, find the information for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa...
  • Page 79: Information On The Handheld Transmitter's Display

    Handheld transmitters SKM 825-XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW Information on the handheld transmitter’s display You can view the following information on the transmitter dis- play. Bank Frequency Channel bank Battery 925.300 ~ 10 h Frequency ~ 7 h ~ 3 h Low Batt Further information...
  • Page 80: Setting The Input Sensitivity

    Handheld transmitters SKM 825-XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW Setting the input sensitivity Use the Sensitivity switch to adjust the level of the audio sig- nal sent to the receiver. Unscrew the microphone housing and pull it downward. ▷ Adjust the input sensitivity using the Sensitivity switch.
  • Page 81: Muting The Handheld Transmitter

    Handheld transmitters SKM 825-XSW | SKM 835-XSW | SKM 865-XSW Muting the handheld transmitter You can mute the audio signal using the mute switch. ► Slide the mute switch to the desired position to mute or ac- ▷ tivate the audio signal.
  • Page 82: Sk-Xsw Bodypack Transmitter

    SK-XSW bodypack transmitter SK-XSW bodypack transmitter Product overview ► 3.5 mm input jack socket • See „Connecting a microphone to the bodypack transmit- ter“ • See „Connecting an instrument or line source to the bodypack transmitter“ • Green: the radio link is established •...
  • Page 83: Inserting And Removing The Batteries

    SK-XSW bodypack transmitter SYNC button • See „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“ Sensitivity switch • See „Setting the input sensitivity“ Inserting and removing the batteries You need two AA 1.5 V batteries to operate the handheld transmitter.
  • Page 84: Battery Status

    SK-XSW bodypack transmitter Battery status Battery charge status in the display: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►...
  • Page 85: Connecting A Microphone To The Bodypack Transmitter

    You can connect instruments or audio sources with a line level to the bodypack transmitter. To do so, you require the Sennheiser CI 1-N cable (6.3 mm jack plug to lockable 3.5 mm jack plug). To connect an instrument or line source to bodypack transmit-...
  • Page 86 SK-XSW bodypack transmitter Insert the cable’s 3.5 mm jack plug into the socket on the ▷ bodypack transmitter as shown in the diagram. Screw the plug’s coupling ring onto the audio socket thread ▷ of the bodypack transmitter.
  • Page 87: Switching The Bodypack Transmitter On And Off

    See „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“. Conditions and restrictions for using frequencies There may be special conditions and restrictions for us- ing frequencies in your country. Before putting the product into operation, find the information for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa...
  • Page 88: Information On The Bodypack Transmitter's Display

    SK-XSW bodypack transmitter Information on the bodypack transmitter’s display You can view the following information on the transmitter dis- play. Bank Frequency Channel bank Battery 925.300 ~ 10 h Frequency ~ 7 h ~ 3 h Low Batt Further information Frequency bank / Channel / Frequency: •...
  • Page 89: Setting The Input Sensitivity

    SK-XSW bodypack transmitter Setting the input sensitivity Use the Sensitivity switch to adjust the level of the audio sig- nal sent to the receiver. Press the two catches and open the battery compartment ▷ cover. Adjust the input sensitivity using the Sensitivity switch. ▷...
  • Page 90: Muting The Bodypack Transmitter

    SK-XSW bodypack transmitter Muting the bodypack transmitter You can mute the audio signal using the mute switch. ► Slide the mute switch to the desired position to mute or ac- ▷ tivate the audio signal.
  • Page 91: Establishing A Radio Link | Synchronizing The Receiver And Transmitter

    Before putting the product into operation, find the information for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa To establish a radio link between the transmitter and receiver, we recommend the following procedure. To successfully pair a receiver and a transmitter, both devices must have the same frequency range.
  • Page 92 Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter ►...
  • Page 93: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance Note the following information when cleaning and maintaining products of the Evolution Wireless Digital series. CAUTION Liquids can damage the products’ electronics. Liquids entering the product housing can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the products.
  • Page 94 Cleaning and maintenance From time to time, you should also clean the microphone mod- ule contacts: Wipe the contacts of the microphone module with a soft, ▷ dry cloth. Cleaning the bodypack transmitter contacts Wipe the contacts with a dry cloth.
  • Page 95: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS System Modulation Wideband FM Frequency ranges • A: 548 – 572 MHz • GB: 606 – 630 MHz • B: 614 – 638 MHz • BC: 670 – 694 MHz • C: 630 – 662 MHz • D: 766 – 790 MHz •...
  • Page 96 System Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 103 dBA Audio THD ≤ 0.9 % Operating temperature range 0 °C – +40 °C (14 °F – 131 °F) Storage temperature range -20 °C – +70 °C (14 °F – 131 °F) Relative humidity max. 95 % (non-condensing)
  • Page 97: Em-Xsw 1 Stationary Receiver

    EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver Receiver principle double superheterodyne Diversity principle Antenna switching diversity via internal antennas Sensitivity (at peak deviation) < 3 µV at 52 dB(A)eff S/N AF frequency response 50 – 16,000 Hz (-3 dB) Max.
  • Page 98 EM-XSW 1 stationary receiver Dimensions Approx. 200 x 42 x 127 mm Weight Approx. 340 g...
  • Page 99: Em-Xsw 1 Dual Rack Receiver

    EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Receiver principle double superheterodyne Diversity principle Antenna switching diversity via internal antennas Sensitivity (at peak deviation) < 3 µV at 52 dB(A)eff S/N AF frequency response 50 – 16,000 Hz (-3 dB) Max.
  • Page 100 EM-XSW 1 DUAL rack receiver Dimensions Approx. 320 x 42 x 127 mm Weight Approx. 610 g...
  • Page 101: Em-Xsw 2 Stationary Receiver

    EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver Receiver principle double superheterodyne Diversity principle True diversity Sensitivity (at peak deviation) < 3 µV at 52 dB(A)eff S/N AF frequency response 50 – 16,000 Hz (-3 dB) Max. AF output voltage (at peak deviation, 1kHz AF) •...
  • Page 102 EM-XSW 2 stationary receiver Dimensions Approx. 200 x 42 x 127 mm Weight Approx. 680 g...
  • Page 103: Skm-Xsw Handheld Transmitter

    SKM-XSW handheld transmitter SKM-XSW handheld transmitter Transmission power 10 mW AF frequency response • SKM 825-XSW • 80 – 14,000 Hz • SKM 835-XSW • 80 – 16,000 Hz • SKM 865-XSW • 80 – 16,000 Hz Power supply 2 AA batteries, 1.5 V Operating time approx.
  • Page 104 SKM-XSW handheld transmitter Pick-up pattern • SKM 825-XSW • Cardioid • SKM 835-XSW • Cardioid • SKM 865-XSW • Super-cardioid Adjustment range of transmitter sensitivity 0 to -30 dB, adjustable in 10 dB steps Housing material rugged ABS housing Dimensions Approx.
  • Page 105: Sk-Xsw Bodypack Transmitter

    SK-XSW bodypack transmitter SK-XSW bodypack transmitter Transmission power 10 mW AF frequency response • 50 – 16,000 Hz (Line) • 80 – 16,000 Hz (Mic) Audio input 3.5 mm jack socket Max. input voltage (Mic/Line) at 3% THD • Typically 1.5 V rms Mic @ -30 dB gain •...
  • Page 106: Microphones

    Microphones Microphones ME 2-2 Transducer principle Capacitor, pre-polarized Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern Omni-directional Max. sound pressure level (SPL) 130 dB ME 3-II Transducer principle Capacitor, pre-polarized Sensitivity 1.6 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern Cardioid Max. sound pressure level (SPL) 150 dB...
  • Page 107 Microphones e 908T Transducer principle Capacitor, pre-polarized Sensitivity 0.6 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern Cardioid Max. sound pressure level (SPL) 147 dB...
  • Page 108: Nt 12-5 Cw Power Supply Unit

    NT 12-5 CW power supply unit NT 12-5 CW power supply unit Nominal input voltage AC 100 – 240 V Power frequency 50 or 60 Hz Input current ≤ 200 mA Nominal output voltage DC 12 V Output current ≤ 500 mA Standby power consumption ≤...
  • Page 109 NT 12-5 CW power supply unit Storage temperature range -20 °C – +60 °C (14 °F – 131 °F) Relative humidity max. 95 % (non-condensing)
  • Page 110: Contact

    CONTACT CONTACT ► Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Questions about the product / Help with technical issues If you have any technical questions or problems with the prod- uct, please contact Sennheiser customer service.

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