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EW-D | EW-DX
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EW-D | EW-DX - v2.1 (11/2022)

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  • Page 1 PDF format. We recommend using the complete and interactive HTML instructions. You can find these in the Sennheiser Documentation App, which is available free of charge for iOS and Android. Alternatively, the HTML instructions are also available in the download area of the product page: www.sennheiser.com/ew-dx...

  • Page 2: Product Information

    PRODUCT INFORMATION „Products of the EW-D series“ „Sets available for the EW-D series“ „Products of the EW-DX series“ „Sets available for the EW-DX series“ „EW-D Smart Assist app“ „Accessories“ „Frequency ranges“...
  • Page 3 Products of the EW-D series Products of the EW-D series For information about the available accessories, see „Acces- sories“. For information about the available sets, see „Sets available for the EW-D series“. For information about the frequency ranges, see „Frequency ranges“.
  • Page 4 Products of the EW-D series EW-D EM rack receiver ► The EW-D EM rack receiver is available in the following ver- sions: EW-D EM (Q1–6) | 470.2 – 526 MHz | Art. no. 508800 EW-D EM (R1–6) | 520 – 576 MHz | Art. no. 508801 EW-D EM (R4–9) | 552 –...
  • Page 5 Products of the EW-D series EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter ► The EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter is available in the fol- lowing versions: EW-D SKM-S (Q1–6) | 470.2 – 526 MHz | Art. no. 508790 EW-D SKM-S (R1–6) | 520 – 576 MHz | Art. no. 508791 EW-D SKM-S (R4–9) | 552 –...
  • Page 6 Products of the EW-D series EW-D SK bodypack transmitter ► The EW-D SK bodypack transmitter is available in the follow- ing versions: EW-D SK (Q1–6) | 470.2 – 526 MHz | Art. no. 508780 EW-D SK (R1–6) | 520 – 576 MHz | Art. no. 508781 EW-D SK (R4–9) | 552 –...
  • Page 7 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 8 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 9 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 10 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 11 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 12 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 13 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 14 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 15 Products of the EW-DX series Products of the EW-DX series For information about the available accessories, see „Acces- sories“. For information about the available sets, see „Sets available for the EW-DX series“. For information about the frequency ranges, see „Frequency ranges“.
  • Page 16 Products of the EW-DX series EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver ► The EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver is available in the following versions: EW-DX EM 2 (Q1–9) | 470.2 – 550 MHz | Art. no. 509342 EW-DX EM 2 (R1–9) | 520 – 607.8 MHz | Art. no. 509343 EW-DX EM 2 (S1–10) | 606.2 –...
  • Page 17 Products of the EW-DX series EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld trans- mitter ► The EW-DX SKM handheld transmitter without mute switch is available in the following versions: EW-DX SKM (Q1–9) | 470.2 – 550 MHz | Art. no. 509426 EW-DX SKM (R1–9) | 520 –...
  • Page 18 Products of the EW-DX series The EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter with mute switch is available in the following versions: EW-DX SKM-S (Q1–9) | 470.2 – 550 MHz | Art. no. 509412 EW-DX SKM-S (R1–9) | 520 – 607.8 MHz | Art. no. 509413 EW-DX SKM-S (S1–10) | 606.2 –...
  • Page 19 Products of the EW-DX series EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack trans- mitter ► The EW-DX SK bodypack transmitter is available in the follow- ing versions: EW-DX SK (Q1–9) | 470.2 – 550 MHz | Art. no. 509384 EW-DX SK (R1–9) | 520 – 607.8 MHz | Art. no. 509385 EW-DX SK (S1–10) | 606.2 –...
  • Page 20 Products of the EW-DX series The EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter is available in the following versions: EW-DX SK 3-PIN (Q1–9) | 470.2 – 550 MHz | Art. no. 509398 EW-DX SK 3-PIN (R1–9) | 520 – 607.8 MHz | Art. no. 509399 EW-DX SK 3-PIN (S1–10) | 606.2 –...
  • Page 21 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 22 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 23 Sets available for the EW-DX series EW-DX MKE 2-835-S SET | Combo Set ► The set consists of the following components: • EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver • 1x EW-DX SK bodypack transmitters • 1x MKE 2 lavalier microphones • 1x EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitters •...
  • Page 24 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 25 You can f i nd m or e det a il ed i n f or m ati on abou t t he set i n the following sections: Startup and operation: „Starting up and operating de- ▷ vices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series“ Specifications: „SPECIFICATIONS“ ▷...
  • Page 26 EW-D Smart Assist app EW-D Smart Assist app You can operate your products easily and intuitively using the EW-D Smart Assist app for iOS and Android. You can make all device settings in the app, as well as use oth- er functions that are not available on the devices themselves.
  • Page 27 Accessories Accessories BA 70 rechargeable battery and L 70 USB charger BA 70 | Rechargeable battery | Art. no. 508860 L 70 USB | Charger | Art. no. 508861 EW-D CHARGING SET | L 70 USB charger with two BA 70 re- chargeable batteries | Art.
  • Page 28 Accessories EW-D ASA antenna splitter EW-D ASA active antenna splitter Product versions: EW-D ASA (Q-R-S) | 470 – 694 MHz | Art. no. 508879 EW-D ASA CN/ANZ (Q-R-S) | 470 – 694 MHz | Art. no. 508998 EW-D ASA (T-U-V-W) | 694 – 1075 MHz | Art. no. 508880 EW-D ASA (X-Y) | 1350 –...

  • Page 29: Accessories For Rack Mounting

    Accessories Antennas Rod antennas Product versions: Half Wave Dipole (Q) | 470 – 550 MHz | Art. no. 508868 Half Wave Dipole (R) | 520 – 608 MHz | Art. no. 508869 Half Wave Dipole (S) | 606 – 694 MHz | Art. no. 508870 Half Wave Dipole (U) | 823 –...
  • Page 30 Accessories Antenna front mount kit for installing antenna connections on the front of the rack when using the EW-D EM, EW-DX EM 2 or EW-D ASA together with the GA 3 rack mount kit. Art. no. 009912 Color Coding Sets EW-D COLOR CODING SET | For EM, SKM-S, SK | Art.

  • Page 31: Frequency Ranges

    Frequency ranges Frequency ranges Frequency tables with the factory presets for all available frequency ranges can be found in the download area of the Sennheiser website at: www.sennheiser.com/download Enter EW-D in the search bar to show the frequency ▷ tables.
  • Page 32 Frequency ranges EW-DX The EW-DX EM 2, EW-DX SKM, EW-DX SKM-S, EW-DX SK and EW-D SK 3-PIN products are available in the following fre- quency ranges: ►...
  • Page 33 Frequency ranges Accessories The EW-D AB antenna booster and the Half Wave Dipole rod antennas are available in the following frequency ranges: ► The EW-D ASA antenna splitter is available in the following frequency ranges: ►...
  • Page 34 Starting up and operating devices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series INSTRUCTION MANUAL Starting up and operating devices of the Evolution Wireless Digital series Products of the EW-D series „EW-D EM rack receiver“ ▷ „EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter“ ▷ „EW-D SK bodypack transmitter“...

  • Page 35: Connectors And Controls

    EW-D EM rack receiver EW-D EM rack receiver Connectors and controls Front LINK and DATA LEDs to indicate connection status and Bluetooth status • See „Meaning of the LEDs“ Display for status information and operating menu • See „Displays on the receiver’s display panel“ UP/DOWN/SET menu buttons for navigating the operating menu •...
  • Page 36 EW-D EM rack receiver Back Strain relief for the connection cable of the power supply unit • See „Connecting/disconnecting the receiver to/from the power supply system“ DC in connection socket for the power supply unit • See „Connecting/disconnecting the receiver to/from the power supply system“...
  • Page 37 EW-D EM 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. You will f i nd t he po w er supp l y un i t and t he coun tr y adap t - ers in the packaging under the tray: To connect the receiver to the power supply system: Insert the plug of the power supply unit into the DC in sock-...

  • Page 38: Connecting Rod Antennas

    EW-D EM rack receiver Connecting antennas Connecting rod 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 39: Outputting Audio Signals

    EW-D EM rack receiver Outputting audio signals The EW-D EM 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 AF out Bal socket on the EW-D ▷...
  • Page 40 EW-D EM rack receiver Installing receivers in a rack Observe the following instructions when mounting the receiv- er in a rack. The mounting brackets for installing the receiver in the rack can be found in the packaging under the tray. CAUTION! Rack mounting poses risks When installing the device in a closed 19"...
  • Page 41 EW-D EM rack receiver Mounting a single receiver in a rack Connect the mounting brackets to the sides of the receiver ▷ as shown. Attach the front panel as shown. ▷ If desired, attach the antennas to the front panel as shown. ▷...
  • Page 42 EW-D EM 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. ▷ Attach the mounting brackets as shown. ▷...

  • Page 43: Switching The Receiver On And Off

    EW-D EM 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: If necessary, deactivate the lock-off function (see „Lock-off ▷ function“).

  • Page 44: Lock-Off Function

    EW-D EM rack receiver Lock-off function To activate the key lock: Press the UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously. ▷ Key lock is activated and the lock icon is shown on the dis- play. ► To deactivate the key lock: Simultaneously press the UP and DOWN buttons again. ▷...

  • Page 45: Meaning Of The Leds

    EW-D EM rack receiver Meaning of the LEDs The LINK and DATA LEDs on the front of the receiver can in- dicate the following information. LINK LED The LINK LED provides information about the status of the ra- dio link between the transmitter and receiver, as well as status information for the paired transmitter.
  • Page 46 EW-D EM rack receiver The LED is flashing yellow: The link between the transmitter and receiver is estab- ▷ lished. The audio signal is overdriven (clipping). ▷ The LED is continuously red: No link between the transmitter and receiver. ▷ The LED is flashing red: The link between the transmitter and receiver is estab- ▷...

  • Page 47: Further Information

    EW-D EM rack receiver Displays on the receiver’s display panel Status information such as frequency, reception quality, bat- tery status and audio level is shown on the display. The display also shows the operating menu, which you can use to configure all of the settings (see „Making settings in the menu“).
  • Page 48 EW-D EM rack receiver Frequency: „AUTO SCAN menu item“ | „CHANNEL menu item“ | „TUNE menu item“ Connecting to the app „EW-D Smart Assist app“ Key lock: „Lock-off function“ Menu: „Making settings in the menu“ Transmitter battery: SKM-S -> „Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries“...
  • Page 49 EW-D EM rack receiver Making settings in the menu Buttons for navigating the menu Use the following buttons to navigate through the receiver’s operating menu. ► Press the SET button • Open the menu • Save settings in a menu item Press the UP or DOWN button •...
  • Page 50 EW-D EM rack receiver Opening the menu and navigating the menu items To open the menu: Press the SET button. ▷ The first menu item GAIN flashes. ► To navigate the menu items: Press the UP and DOWN buttons. ▷ The currently active menu item flashes.

  • Page 51: Af Out Menu Item

    EW-D EM rack receiver guitar in the guitar amplif i er w ill be as h i gh as it w ou l d be if using a guitar cable. Possible unity gain settings: 18 dB | 27 dB AF Out Gain ▷...
  • Page 52 EW-D EM rack receiver MUTE LOCK menu item Under the MUTE LOCK menu item, you can disable the mute switch on the paired transmitter. The transmitter can then no longer be muted. Open the MUTE LOCK menu item. ▷ The item flashes on the display as follows. ►...
  • Page 53 EW-D EM rack receiver AUTO SCAN menu item Under the AUTO SCAN menu item, you can perform an auto- matic frequency scan of your area. This enables you to easily find and assign free radio frequencies. The scan starts at the lowest frequency in the device’s fre- quency range.
  • Page 54 EW-D EM rack receiver CHANNEL menu item Under the CHANNEL menu item, you can set the radio fre- quency by selecting a preset channel. If you are not sure whether the selected frequency is free, we recommend performing a scan to detect all free fre- quencies: „AUTO SCAN menu item“.
  • Page 55 EW-D EM 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 fre- quencies: „AUTO SCAN menu item“.
  • Page 56 EW-D EM rack receiver RESET menu item Under the RESET menu item, you can reset the receiver to its factory settings. Open the RESET menu item. ▷ The item flashes on the display as follows. ► Press the UP or DOWN button to switch between the op- ▷...
  • Page 57 EW-D EM rack receiver Using EW-D Color Coding Sets to label trans- mission paths You can use the EW-D Color Coding Sets (see „Color Coding Sets“) to identify which transmitters belong to which receiv- ers. This makes it easier to match up the individual devices, especially in multi-channel systems.

  • Page 58: Product Overview

    EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter Product overview ► ON/OFF button • See „Switching the handheld transmitter on and off“ DATA LED • See „Meaning of the LEDs“ SYNC button • See „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“...

  • Page 59: Inserting And Removing The Batteries/Re- Chargeable Batteries

    Inserting and removing the batteries/re- chargeable batteries You can operate the handheld transmitter either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 70 battery. Unscrew the microphone housing as shown in the figure ▷ and pull it down as far as it will go.

  • Page 60: Replacing The Microphone Module

    EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter Replacing the microphone module To replace the microphone module: Unscrew the microphone module. ▷ Screw the desired microphone module on. ▷ Do not touch the wireless microphone contacts or the mi- ▷ crophone module contacts. If you touch the contacts, they may become dirty or bent.
  • Page 61 EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter • MMD 945-1 | Dynamic microphone module with super-car- dioid pick-up pattern • MMK 965-1 | Condenser microphone module with select- able pattern: cardioid and super-cardioid • MMD 42-1 | Dynamic microphone module with omni-direc- tional pattern •...
  • Page 62 EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter Using EW-D Color Coding Sets to label trans- mission paths You can use the EW-D Color Coding Sets (see „Color Coding Sets“) to identify which transmitters belong to which receiv- ers. This makes it easier to match up the individual devices, especially in multi-channel systems.
  • Page 63 EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter Switching the handheld transmitter on and To switch the handheld transmitter on: Short-press the ON/OFF button. ▷ The LINK LED lights up and the transmitter switches on. ► To switch the handheld transmitter off: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the LEDs switch off. ▷...
  • Page 64 EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter Checking the battery status of the transmit- ter (Check function) To check the battery status of the transmitter: Short-press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter. ▷ ► The transmitter’s LINK LED flashes to indicate the current charge level of the battery or the BA 70 rechargeable battery.
  • Page 65 EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter Identifying the paired receiver (Identify func- tion) In multi-channel systems, you can use the Check function to quickly identify to which receiver the transmitter is paired. Both the transmitter and receiver must be switched on. Short-press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter. ▷...

  • Page 66: Meaning Of The Leds

    EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter Meaning of the LEDs The LINK and DATA LEDs on the bottom of the transmitter can indicate the following information. LINK LED The LINK LED provides information about the status of the ra- dio link between the transmitter and receiver, as well as status information for the transmitter.
  • Page 67 EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter The LED is flashing yellow: The link between the transmitter and receiver is estab- ▷ lished. The audio signal is overdriven (clipping). ▷ The LED is continuously red: No link between the transmitter and receiver. ▷ The LED is flashing red: The link between the transmitter and receiver is estab- ▷...
  • Page 68 Before putting the product into operation, f i nd t he i n f or - mation for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa Muting the handheld transmitter You can mute the audio signal using the mute switch.
  • Page 69 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Product overview ► SYNC button • See „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“ DATA LED • See „Meaning of the LEDs“ LINK LED • See „Meaning of the LEDs“ Mute switch •...
  • Page 70 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Inserting and removing the batteries/re- chargeable batteries You can operate the bodypack transmitter either with batter- ies (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 70 bat- tery. Press the two catches and open the battery compartment ▷...
  • Page 71 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Connecting a microphone to the bodypack transmitter To connect a microphone to the 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 ▷...
  • Page 72 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter • ME 4 | Lavalier microphone with cardioid pattern (models from 2021 and later with gold-plated plug*) • MKE Essential Omni | Lavalier microphone with omni-di- rectional pattern • MKE 2 Gold | Lavalier microphone with omni-directional pattern (models from 2018 and later with blue serial number label) •...
  • Page 73 To do this, you will need the CI 1 (6.3 mm jack plug on a lock- able 3.5 mm jack plug) or CL 2 (XLR-3F plug on a lockable 3.5 mm jack plug) Sennheiser cables. To connect an instrument or line source to bodypack transmit- ter: Insert the cable’s 3.5 mm jack plug into the socket on the...
  • Page 74 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Using EW-D Color Coding Sets to label trans- mission paths You can use the EW-D Color Coding Sets (see „Color Coding Sets“) to identify which transmitters belong to which receiv- ers. This makes it easier to match up the individual devices, especially in multi-channel systems.
  • Page 75 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Changing the belt clip You can change the belt clip on the bodypack transmitter or flip it over depending on how you want to wear it. To remove the belt clip: Carefully loosen the belt clip with a small screwdriver as ▷...
  • Page 76 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter To insert the belt clip: Insert one side of the belt clip first as shown in the figure. ▷ Then insert the second side of the belt clip. ▷ Gently press the belt clip all the way in on both sides. ▷...
  • Page 77 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Switching the bodypack transmitter on and To switch the bodypack transmitter on: Short-press the ON/OFF button. ▷ The LINK LED lights up and the transmitter switches on. ► To switch the bodypack transmitter off: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the LEDs switch off. ▷...
  • Page 78 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Checking the battery status of the transmit- ter (Check function) To check the battery status of the transmitter: Short-press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter. ▷ ► The transmitter’s LINK LED flashes to indicate the current charge level of the battery or the BA 70 rechargeable battery.
  • Page 79 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Identifying the paired receiver (Identify func- tion) In multi-channel systems, you can use the Check function to quickly identify to which receiver the transmitter is paired. Both the transmitter and receiver must be switched on. Short-press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter. ▷...

  • Page 80: Meaning Of The Leds

    EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Meaning of the LEDs The LINK and DATA LEDs on the top of the transmitter can in- dicate the following information. LINK LED The LINK LED provides information about the status of the ra- dio link between the transmitter and receiver, as well as status information for the transmitter.
  • Page 81 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter The LED is continuously red: No link between the transmitter and receiver. ▷ The LED is flashing red: The link between the transmitter and receiver is estab- ▷ lished. The battery/rechargeable battery in the transmitter is low. ▷...
  • Page 82 Before putting the product into operation, f i nd t he i n f or - mation for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa Muting the bodypack transmitter You can mute the audio signal using the mute switch.
  • Page 83 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Connectors and controls Front Headphone socket • See „Using the headphone output“ Volume control for the headphone socket • See „Using the headphone output“ CH 1 LED to indicate the status of channel 1 •...
  • Page 84 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Jog dial (UP/DOWN/SET) for navigating the operating menu • See „Buttons for navigating the menu“ ESC button for canceling an action in the menu • See „Buttons for navigating the menu“ SYNC button for synchronizing the transmitter and receiver •...
  • Page 85 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver XLR-3 socket for AF out Balanced audio output for channel • See „Outputting audio signals“ XLR-3 socket for AF out Balanced audio output for channel • See „Outputting audio signals“ BNC sockets ANT 1 RF in and ANT 2 RF in for antenna inputs •...
  • Page 86 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Connecting/disconnecting the receiver to/ from the power supply system You can operate the receiver using either the included power supply unit or with Power over Ethernet (PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0). Please refer to the following information. Power from the power supply unit If using a power supply unit, use only the power supply unit in- cluded with the device.
  • Page 87 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver To completely disconnect the receiver from the power supply system: Unplug the power supply unit from the wall socket. ▷ Unplug the power supply unit from the DC in socket on the ▷ receiver. Power over Ethernet (PoE) The receiver can be powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0).

  • Page 88: Connecting Receivers In A Network

    Connecting receivers in a network You can monitor and control one or more receivers via a net- work connection using the Sennheiser Wireless Systems Manager (WSM) or Sennheiser Control Cockpit (SCC) soft- ware. The network does not have to be a homogeneous network including only receivers.

  • Page 89: Connecting Rod Antennas

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Connecting antennas Connecting rod 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 90 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Outputting audio signals Each of the two channels on the EW-DX EM 2 has both a bal- anced XLR-3M output socket and an unbalanced 6.3 mm (1/4") jack output socket. Always use only one of the two output sockets for each ▷...
  • Page 91 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver To connect a jack cable: Plug the jack cable into the AF out Unbalanced socket for ▷ the respective channel on the EW-DX EM 2.
  • Page 92 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Installing receivers in a rack Observe the following instructions when mounting the receiv- er in a rack. The mounting brackets for installing the receiver in the rack can be found in the packaging under the tray. CAUTION! Rack mounting poses risks When installing the device in a closed 19"...
  • Page 93 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Mounting a single receiver in a rack Connect the mounting brackets to the sides of the receiver ▷ as shown. Attach the front panel as shown. ▷ If desired, attach the antennas to the front panel as shown. ▷...
  • Page 94 EW-DX EM 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. ▷ Attach the mounting brackets as shown. ▷...
  • Page 95 EW-DX EM 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 96: Using The Headphone Output

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Using the headphone output You can use the headphone output on the front of the receiver (6.3 mm jack) to listen to the audio signals of the two channels. CAUTION Danger due to high volume levels Volume levels that are too high may damage your hearing.

  • Page 97: Meaning Of The Leds

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Meaning of the LEDs The two LEDs on the front of the receiver indicate the follow- ing information for channel 1 and channel 2. The LED is green: The link between the transmitter and receiving channel is ▷...
  • Page 98 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver The LED is continuously red: No link between the transmitter and receiving channel. ▷ The LED is flashing red: The link between the transmitter and receiving channel is ▷ established. The battery/rechargeable battery in the paired transmitter ▷...

  • Page 99: Home Screen

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Displays on the receiver’s display panel Status information such as frequency, reception quality, bat- tery status and audio level is shown on the display. The display also shows the operating menu, which you can use to configure all of the settings (see „Buttons for navigating the menu“).

  • Page 100: Transmitter Battery

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Radio frequency level: Displays the RF signal strength for the respective channel. Link quality: Displays the transmission quality for the respective channel. On the one hand, the transmission quality depends on the f i e l d str eng t h ( RF l eve l i nd i cat or on t he d i sp l ay ). Ho w ever, on the other hand, it also depends on external sources of interference that cannot be identif i ed on t he RF l eve l i nd i - cator (for example, they may be on the same frequency or...
  • Page 101 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver When using the BA 70 rechargeable battery, the remaining runtime is also displayed in hours and minutes. Mute mode: The mute switch is deactivated on the received transmitter. The mute switch on the received transmitter is set to AF Mute and the audio signal is muted.
  • Page 102 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Home screens 2 and 3 Turn the jog dial on the home screen to the right. ▷ The second home screen appears with network information for the device. Turn the jog dial to the right again. ▷...
  • Page 103 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Turn the jog dial further to the right to mute or unmute the ▷ channel’s audio signal. Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. ▷ Channel 2 On the receiver’s home screen, press the CH 2 button. ▷...
  • Page 104 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver You can view and configure the same information as for channel 1.
  • Page 105 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Buttons for navigating the menu Use the following buttons to navigate through the receiver’s operating menu. ► Press the jog dial • Jumps from the home screen to the operating menu • Calls up a menu item •...
  • Page 106 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver ► Press the ESC button • Cancels the entry and returns to the previous display Opening the menu and navigating the menu items To open the menu: Press the jog dial when you are on the home screen. ▷...

  • Page 107: Menu Structure

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Menu structure The figure shows the complete menu structure in an overview. Version: firmware 1.1.3...

  • Page 108: Setting Options In The Menu

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Setting options in the menu In the receiver menu, you can configure the following settings. Changing the name of the radio link „Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Name menu item“ ▷ Adjusting frequencies „Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Frequency menu item“ ▷...
  • Page 109 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Enabling the transmitter’s automatic lock-off function „Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Auto Lock menu item“ ▷ Configuring the behavior of the transmitter’s LEDs „Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> LED menu item“ ▷ Activating/deactivating the parameters to be synchro- nized on the transmitters „Ch 1 / Ch 2 ->...
  • Page 110 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Name menu item In the Name menu item, you can define the name of the link for the channel in question. This name is the name of the radio link between the trans- mitter and receiving channel.
  • Page 111 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Frequency menu item In the Frequency menu item, you can adjust the frequency for the channel in question. You can select a frequency from the predefined list or set the frequency manually.
  • Page 112 You can create a custom list using the Wireless Systems Manager (WSM) software and upload it to the receiver. For more information on the WSM software, see: www.sennheiser.com/wsm Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. ▷ Rotate the jog dial to select the desired channel from the ▷...

  • Page 113: Setting The Frequency Manually

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Setting the frequency manually To set the frequency manually: Open the Frequency subitem. ▷ Turn the jog dial to set the MHz range for the frequency. ▷ Press the jog dial to confirm your selection. ▷...
  • Page 114 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Gain menu item Under the Gain menu item, you can set the audio level of the audio signal coming from the received transmitter (e.g. vocals or speech via EW-DX SKM or guitar via EW-DX SK). •...
  • Page 115 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> AF Out menu item In the AF Out menu item, you can set the audio level that is output via the audio outputs of the particular receiving chan- nel. To open the AF Out menu item: In the menu, navigate to the AF Out menu item for the de- ▷...
  • Page 116 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Trim menu item In the Trim menu item, you can adjust the audio level of the re- ceived transmitter to input signals of different volumes. For example, if you are using multiple transmitters in al- ternation for a single receiving channel, you can adjust the transmitters to the different input signals using the trim setting.
  • Page 117 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Low Cut menu item In the Low Cut menu item, you can set the value of the low cut filter for the respective channel. • Setting range: • for EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN: Off, 30 Hz, 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz •...
  • Page 118 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Cable Emul. menu item In the Cable Emul. menu item, you can emulate instrument ca- ble lengths: • Setting range: Off, Type 1, Type 2, Type 3 To open the Cable Emul. menu item: In the menu, navigate to the Cable Emul.
  • Page 119 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Mute Mode menu item In the Mute Mode menu item, you can set the function of the mute switch on the connected transmitter (EW-DX SK, EW-DX SK 3-PIN, EW-DX SKM-S). •...
  • Page 120 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Auto Lock menu item In the Auto Lock menu item, you can activate or deactivate the lock-off for the received transmitter. The lock-off prevents the transmitter from being unintention- ally switched off and also prevents any changes to the trans- mitter’s menu.
  • Page 121 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> LED menu item The LED menu item allows you to set the behavior of the LINK LED on the received transmitter. • Setting range: • ON: The LINK LED remains continuously lit. •...
  • Page 122 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Sync Parameters menu item In the Sync Parameters menu item, you can choose which settings for the transmitter you want to transfer from the re- ceiver to the transmitter during the synchronization. All of the settings can also be set separately in the menu on the transmitter.
  • Page 123 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver For each option, select whether it will be synchronized or ▷ not. The value set for this function will be transferred during synchronization. The value set for this function will not be transferred during synchronization. Press the jog dial to save your setting.
  • Page 124 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> Scan / Auto Setup menu item The receiver lets you scan the frequency spectrum and display all of the free frequencies in the selected frequency range. The automatic frequency setup can be used to distribute the free frequencies to all of the EW-DX EM 2 devices available in the network automatically.
  • Page 125 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver setup are performed for both channels of the receiver as well as for all other receivers available in the network. Press the jog dial to open your selected option. ▷ Select a frequency from which to start the scan. ▷...
  • Page 126 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Ch 1 / Ch 2 -> TX Software menu item The TX Software menu item displays the software version of the received transmitter. You cannot open this menu item to make settings. In the menu, navigate to the TX Software menu item for the ▷...

  • Page 127: System Menu Item

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver System menu item In the System menu, you can make system-wide settings that will affect the entire device and not only the respective receiv- ing channel. The following menu items are available: Encryption This menu item lets you secure the radio link with AES 256 en- cryption.
  • Page 128 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver This Device This menu item allows you to enter a device name and display information about the receiver’s hardware and software. „System -> This Device menu item“ ▷ System -> Encryption menu item You can secure the radio link between the transmitter and re- ceiver using AES 256 encryption.
  • Page 129 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver System -> Link Density menu item Link Density mode (LD mode) LD mode doubles the number of usable carrier frequen- cies in the available spectrum, as the minimum distance for the equidistant frequency grid is halved. This is achieved by reducing the modulation bandwidth of the transmitter.
  • Page 130 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Press the jog dial to restart the receiver. ▷ Press the ESC button to cancel the mode change. ▷ After enabling LD mode and restarting the receiver, the connected transmitter must be resynchronized with the receiver to enable LD mode on the transmitter as well.
  • Page 131 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver System -> Network menu item In this menu item, you can configure the settings for the net- work connection. To open the Network menu item: In the System menu, navigate to the Network menu item. ▷...

  • Page 132: Saving Settings

    EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver • If the Mode option is set to Auto, the automatically as- signed IP address is displayed here. • If the Mode option is set to Manual, you can set the IP ad- dress here. Netmask •...
  • Page 133 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver System -> TX Update menu item This menu item lets you perform a firmware update for the transmitters. This update is recommended after you perform a firmware update for the receiver (see „Updating the firmware of the receiver“).
  • Page 134 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver You have about 20 seconds to do this. The progress bar shows the remaining time. The system carries out the firmware update for the trans- mitter. The progress of the update is shown on the receiver’s display. The transmitter’s display shows that the firmware update is in progress.
  • Page 135 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver System -> Auto Setup menu item In this menu item, you can activate the Auto Setup function for the receiver. If the function is activated here, you can perform an automatic frequency setup for both channels of this receiver via the Scan / Auto Setup menu item.
  • Page 136 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver System -> This Device menu item This menu item allows you to change the device name, view software and hardware information, or reset the device to fac- tory settings. To open the This Device menu item: In the System menu, navigate to the This Device menu ▷...
  • Page 137 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Updating the firmware of the receiver You can update the receiver firmware using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software or the Wireless Systems Manager software. To do so, connect the receiver to a network (see „Connect- ▷...

  • Page 138: Product Overview

    EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Product overview ► ON/OFF button • See „Switching the handheld transmitter on and off“ DATA LED • See „Meaning of the LEDs“ SYNC button • See „Establishing a connection to the receiver“ LINK LED •...

  • Page 139: Inserting And Removing The Batteries/Re- Chargeable Batteries

    Inserting and removing the batteries/re- chargeable batteries You can operate the handheld transmitter either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 70 battery. Unscrew the microphone housing as shown in the figure ▷ and pull it down as far as it will go.
  • Page 140 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Replacing the microphone module To replace the microphone module: Unscrew the microphone module. ▷ Screw the desired microphone module on. ▷ Do not touch the wireless microphone contacts or the mi- ▷ crophone module contacts. If you touch the contacts, they may become dirty or bent.
  • Page 141 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter • MMD 945-1 | Dynamic microphone module with super-car- dioid pick-up pattern • MMK 965-1 | Condenser microphone module with select- able pattern: cardioid and super-cardioid • MMD 42-1 | Dynamic microphone module with omni-direc- tional pattern •...
  • Page 142 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Switching the handheld transmitter on and To switch the handheld transmitter on: Short-press the ON/OFF button. ▷ The LINK LED lights up and the transmitter switches on. ► To switch the handheld transmitter off: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the LEDs switch off.
  • Page 143 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Checking the battery status of the transmit- ter (Check function) To check the battery status of the transmitter: Short-press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter. ▷ ► The transmitter’s LINK LED flashes to indicate the current charge level of the battery or the BA 70 rechargeable battery.
  • Page 144 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Identifying the paired receiver (Identify func- tion) In multi-channel systems, you can use the Check function to quickly identify to which receiver the transmitter is paired. Both the transmitter and receiver must be switched on. Short-press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter.

  • Page 145: Meaning Of The Leds

    EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Meaning of the LEDs The LINK and DATA LEDs on the bottom of the transmitter can indicate the following information. LINK LED The LINK LED provides information about the status of the ra- dio link between the transmitter and receiver, as well as status information for the transmitter.
  • Page 146 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter The LED is flashing yellow: The link between the transmitter and receiver is estab- ▷ lished. The audio signal is overdriven (clipping). ▷ The LED is continuously red: No link between the transmitter and receiver. ▷...
  • Page 147 Conditions and restrictions for using frequencies There may be special conditions and restrictions for using frequencies in your country. Before putting the product into operation, f i nd t he i n f or - mation for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa...

  • Page 148: Further Information

    EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Information on the handheld transmitter’s display You can view the following information on the transmitter dis- play. Further information Link name: You can assign a name to the radio link in the transmitter’s menu (see „Name menu item“).
  • Page 149 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Battery status: Displays the charging status of the batteries or the BA 70 bat- tery pack. When using the BA 70 rechargeable battery, the remaining runtime is also displayed in hours and minutes. The battery status is hidden in the display’s default state.
  • Page 150 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Buttons for navigating the handheld trans- mitter’s menu Use the following buttons to navigate through the transmit- ter’s operating menu. Press the SET button • Jumps from the home screen to the operating menu •...
  • Page 151 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Press the ESC (ON/OFF) button • Cancels the entry and returns to the previous display...

  • Page 152: Navigating Through The Menu

    EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Making settings in the menu of the handheld transmitter Navigating through the menu To open the menu: Press the SET button. ▷ The operating menu is shown on the transmitter display panel. To open a menu item: Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate through the in- dividual menu items.
  • Page 153 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Press the SET button to go to the next position. ▷ At the last position, press the SET button to save the se- ▷ lected name. If you enter a name for the radio link in the Name menu item on the receiver and then synchronize the receiving channel with the transmitter, the name entered in the transmitter is overwritten with the name entered in the re-...
  • Page 154 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Low Cut menu item In this menu item, you can adjust the value for the low cut filter. •Setting range: 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz Press the UP or DOWN button to set the desired value. ▷...
  • Page 155 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Test Tone menu item In this menu item, you can activate a test tone that the transmitter transmits in- stead of the input signal. You can use this feature to level out the system, for example. •...
  • Page 156 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Auto Lock menu item In this menu item, you can activate or deactivate the automatic lock-off for the transmitter. The lock-off prevents the transmitter from being unintention- ally switched off and also prevents any changes to the trans- mitter’s menu.
  • Page 157 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter LED menu item This menu item allows you to set the be- havior of the transmitter’s LINK LED. •Setting range: • ON: The LINK LED remains continuously lit. • OFF: The LINK LED switches off while the lock-off func- tion is active.
  • Page 158 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Shore hardware Reset to factory settings Press the SET button to open the Reset menu item. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button to set the desired value. ▷ Press the SET button to confirm your selection. ▷...

  • Page 159: Lock-Off Function

    EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Lock-off function You can enable or disable the automatic lock-off function in the Auto Lock menu item (see „Auto Lock menu item“). The lock-off function prevents the transmitter from being un- intentionally switched off and also prevents any unintentional changes to the transmitter’s configuration.
  • Page 160 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Configuring mute mode and muting the hand- held transmitter (EW-DX SKM-S only) This function is only available for the EW-DX SKM-S ver- sion, not for the EW-DX SKM version. You can mute the handheld transmitter by using the mute switch to turn off either the audio signal (AF Mute) or the RF signal (RF Mute).

  • Page 161: Product Overview

    EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Product overview ► SYNC button • See „Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“ DATA LED • See „Meaning of the LEDs“ LINK LED •...
  • Page 162 Inserting and removing the batteries/re- chargeable batteries You can operate the bodypack transmitter either with batter- ies (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 70 bat- tery. Press the two catches and open the battery compartment ▷...
  • Page 163 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Note about the BA 70 rechargeable battery Make sure that the BA 70 rechargeable battery is inserted ▷ as follows: ►...
  • Page 164 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Connecting a microphone to the bodypack transmitter Connecting a microphone to the EW-DX SK To connect a microphone to the EW-DX SK bodypack trans- mitter: Insert the cable’s 3.5 mm jack plug into the socket on the ▷...
  • Page 165 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Lavalier microphones: • ME 2 | Lavalier microphone with omni-directional pattern (models from 2021 and later with gold-plated plug*) • ME 4 | Lavalier microphone with cardioid pattern (models from 2021 and later with gold-plated plug*) •...
  • Page 166 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Connecting a microphone to the EW-DX SK 3-PIN To connect a microphone to the EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter: Insert the cable’s three-pin plug into the socket on the ▷ bodypack transmitter as shown in the diagram. Screw the plug’s coupling ring onto the audio socket thread ▷...
  • Page 167 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter • MKE 40-4 | Lavalier microphone with cardioid pattern • MKE Essential Omni Black-3-Pin | Lavalier microphone with omni-directional pattern • MKE Essential Omni Beige-3-Pin | Lavalier microphone with omni-directional pattern Headset microphones: •...
  • Page 168 To do this, you will need the CI 1 (6.3 mm jack plug on a lock- able 3.5 mm jack plug) or CL 2 (XLR-3F plug on a lockable 3.5 mm jack plug) Sennheiser cables. To connect an instrument or line source to bodypack transmit- ter: Insert the cable’s 3.5 mm jack plug into the socket on the...
  • Page 169 You can connect instruments or audio sources with a line level to the bodypack transmitter. To do so, you require the Sennheiser CI 1-4 cable (6.3 mm (1/ 4") jack plug to screw-on 3-pin audio connector). To connect an instrument or line source to bodypack transmit- ter: Insert the cable’s three-pin plug into the socket on the...
  • Page 170 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Changing the belt clip You can change the belt clip on the bodypack transmitter or flip it over depending on how you want to wear it. To remove the belt clip: Carefully loosen the belt clip with a small screwdriver as ▷...
  • Page 171 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter To insert the belt clip: Insert one side of the belt clip first as shown in the figure. ▷ Then insert the second side of the belt clip. ▷ Gently press the belt clip all the way in on both sides. ▷...
  • Page 172 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Switching the bodypack transmitter on and To switch the bodypack transmitter on: Short-press the ON/OFF button. ▷ The LINK LED lights up and the transmitter switches on. ► To switch the bodypack transmitter off: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the LEDs switch off.
  • Page 173 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Checking the battery status of the transmit- ter (Check function) To check the battery status of the transmitter: Short-press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter. ▷ ► The transmitter’s LINK LED flashes to indicate the current charge level of the battery or the BA 70 rechargeable battery.
  • Page 174 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Identifying the paired receiver (Identify func- tion) In multi-channel systems, you can use the Check function to quickly identify to which receiver the transmitter is paired. Both the transmitter and receiver must be switched on. Short-press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter.
  • Page 175 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Meaning of the LEDs The LINK and DATA LEDs on the top of the transmitter can in- dicate the following information. LINK LED The LINK LED provides information about the status of the ra- dio link between the transmitter and receiver, as well as status information for the transmitter.
  • Page 176 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter The LED is continuously red: No link between the transmitter and receiver. ▷ The LED is flashing red: The link between the transmitter and receiver is estab- ▷ lished. The battery/rechargeable battery in the transmitter is low. ▷...
  • Page 177 Conditions and restrictions for using frequencies There may be special conditions and restrictions for using frequencies in your country. Before putting the product into operation, f i nd t he i n f or - mation for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa...
  • Page 178 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Information on the bodypack transmitter’s display You can view the following information on the transmitter dis- play. Further information Link name: You can assign a name to the radio link in the transmitter’s menu (see „Name menu item“).
  • Page 179 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Battery status: Displays the charging status of the batteries or the BA 70 bat- tery pack. When using the BA 70 rechargeable battery, the remaining runtime is also displayed in hours and minutes. The battery status is hidden in the display’s default state.
  • Page 180 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Buttons for navigating the menu of the bodypack transmitter Use the following buttons to navigate through the transmit- ter’s operating menu. Press the SET button • Jumps from the home screen to the operating menu •...
  • Page 181 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Press the ESC (ON/OFF) button • Cancels the entry and returns to the previous display...
  • Page 182 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Making settings in the menu of the bodypack transmitter Navigating through the menu To open the menu: Press the SET button. ▷ The operating menu is shown on the transmitter display panel. To open a menu item: Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate through the in- dividual menu items.
  • Page 183 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Press the SET button to go to the next position. ▷ At the last position, press the SET button to save the se- ▷ lected name. If you enter a name for the radio link in the Name menu item on the receiver and then synchronize the receiving channel with the transmitter, the name entered in the transmitter is overwritten with the name entered in the re-...
  • Page 184 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Low Cut menu item In this menu item, you can adjust the value for the low cut filter. •Setting range: Off, 30 Hz, 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz Press the UP or DOWN button to set the desired value. ▷...
  • Page 185 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Cable Emulation menu item In this menu item, you can emulate in- strument cable lengths. •Setting range: Off, Type 1, Type 2, Type Press the UP or DOWN button to set the desired value. ▷...
  • Page 186 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter • Setting range: • Disabled: The mute switch has no function. • RF Mute: The RF signal is deactivated when the mute switch is on. • AF Mute: The audio signal is muted when the mute switch is on.
  • Page 187 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Brightness menu item In this menu item, you can adjust the brightness of the transmitter’s display. You can turn off the backlight complete- ly or set it to one of five brightness levels. Press the UP or DOWN button to set the desired value.
  • Page 188 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter in the transmitter is overwritten with the value entered in the receiver. This Device menu item In this menu item you can view informa- tion about the transmitter’s software and hardware and reset the transmitter to the factory settings.
  • Page 189 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Lock-off function You can enable or disable the automatic lock-off function in the Auto Lock menu item (see „Auto Lock menu item“). The lock-off function prevents the transmitter from being un- intentionally switched off and also prevents any unintentional changes to the transmitter’s configuration.
  • Page 190 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Configuring mute mode and muting the bodypack transmitter You can mute the bodypack transmitter by using the mute switch to turn off either the audio signal (AF Mute) or the RF signal (RF Mute). To do this, you must configure the function of the mute switch in the Mute Mode menu item.
  • Page 191 Conditions and restrictions for using frequencies There may be special conditions and restrictions for using frequencies in your country. Before putting the product into operation, f i nd t he i n f or - mation for your country at the following address: www.sennheiser.com/sifa...
  • Page 192 Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter Connecting to the EW-D EM receiver / syn- chronizing the EW-D EM To establish a radio link between the transmitter and receiver, we recommend the following procedure. In order to establish a connection between a receiver and transmitters of the EW-D series, the devices must always be synchronized with each other.
  • Page 193 Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter The transmitter and receiver will be paired. Once the link is established, the LINK LED on both units will light up green. Be sure to press the SYNC button on all devices only brief- ly (less than 2 seconds).
  • Page 194 Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter Connecting to the EW-DX EM 2 receiver / synchronizing the EW-DX EM 2 To establish a radio link between the transmitter and receiver, we recommend the following procedure. In order to establish a connection between a receiver and transmitters of the EW-D series, the devices do not necessar- ily have to be synchronized with each other.
  • Page 195 Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter To synchronize the receiver and the transmitter: On the receiver, press the CH 1 or CH 2 button to select the ▷ channel you want to synchronize. Press the SYNC button on the receiver.
  • Page 196 Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter ► The transmitter and receiver will be synchronized.
  • Page 197 Charging the BA 70 rechargeable battery in the L 70 USB charger Charging the BA 70 rechargeable bat- tery in the L 70 USB charger Connecting/disconnecting the charger to/ from the power supply system To connect the charger to the power supply system: Use only the NT 5-20 UCW power supply unit from Sennhe- ▷...

  • Page 198: Charging The Rechargeable Battery

    Charging the BA 70 rechargeable battery in the L 70 USB charger Charging the rechargeable battery To charge the BA 70 rechargeable battery in the L 70 USB charger: Slide the rechargeable battery completely into the charging ▷ slot as shown in the figure. ►...

  • Page 199: Product Overview

    Charging the EW-DX SKM(-S) handheld transmitter, the EW-DX SK (3-PIN) bodypack transmitter or the BA 70 Charging the EW-DX SKM(-S) handheld transmitter, the EW-DX SK (3-PIN) bodypack transmitter or the BA 70 re- chargeable battery in the CHG 70N char- Product overview Charging slots •...
  • Page 200 Connecting/disconnecting the charger to/ from the power supply system You can operate the charger either with the Sennheiser NT 12- 35 CS power supply unit or with Power over Ethernet (PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0). Please refer to the following informa- tion.

  • Page 201: Power Over Ethernet (Poe)

    Charging the EW-DX SKM(-S) handheld transmitter, the EW-DX SK (3-PIN) bodypack transmitter or the BA 70 Power over Ethernet (PoE) The charger can be powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0). Connect the charger to a PoE-enabled network switch. ▷...
  • Page 202 Connecting a charger in a network You can monitor and control one or more chargers via a net- work connection using the Sennheiser Wireless Systems Manager (WSM) or Sennheiser Control Cockpit (SCC) soft- ware. The network does not have to be a homogeneous network including only chargers.
  • Page 203 Charging the EW-DX SKM(-S) handheld transmitter, the EW-DX SK (3-PIN) bodypack transmitter or the BA 70 Charging the rechargeable battery You can use the CHG 70N charger to charge individual BA 70 rechargeable batteries, or to charge EW-DX SKM, EW-DX SKM-S, EW-DX SK or EW-DX SK 3-PIN transmitters with the BA 70 rechargeable battery already inserted.
  • Page 204 Charging the EW-DX SKM(-S) handheld transmitter, the EW-DX SK (3-PIN) bodypack transmitter or the BA 70 The LED on the charging slot shows the battery’s charge level.
  • Page 205 EW-D ASA antenna splitter EW-D ASA antenna splitter Product overview STANDBY button • See „Switching the EW-D ASA on and off“ LED: Operation indicator • See „Switching the EW-D ASA on and off“...
  • Page 206 EW-D ASA antenna splitter 4 BNC sockets B1 to B4 • RF outputs of diversity branch B for connection to the re- ceiver • See „Connecting receivers to the EW-D ASA“ ANT RF IN B BNC socket • Antenna input of diversity branch B •...
  • Page 207 EW-D ASA antenna splitter Plug the hollow jack plug of the power supply unit into the ▷ DC in socket of the antenna splitter. Pass the cable of the power supply unit through the strain ▷ relief. Connect one end of the power cord to the power supply unit ▷...
  • Page 208 EW-D ASA antenna splitter Connecting receivers to the EW-D ASA You can connect and operate up to four EW-D EM or EW- DX EM 2 rack receivers with the EW-D ASA. To connect the receivers to the EW-D ASA antenna splitter: Connect one of the receiver’s antenna inputs to one of the ▷...
  • Page 209 EW-D ASA antenna splitter Connecting antennas To ensure optimal reception even in the case of poor re- ception conditions, we recommend using remote anten- nas. Connecting remote antennas Mount an antenna each or a combination of an antenna and ▷ an antenna amplifier to the BNC sockets ANT RF IN A and ANT RF IN B.

  • Page 210: Information On Antenna Amplifiers And Cable Lengths

    EW-D ASA antenna splitter Connecting rod antennas Mount the antennas to the BNC sockets ANT RF IN A and ▷ ANT RF IN B. Align the antennas in a V-shape in order to ensure the best ▷ possible reception. Information on antenna amplifiers and cable lengths The following table shows which cable lengths require the use of the EW-D AB antenna amplifier as well as the maximum...

  • Page 211: Configuring Multi-Channel Systems

    EW-D ASA antenna splitter Configuring multi-channel systems The following options for connecting multi-channel systems are possible: Option 1: Two antennas supply a 4-channel system...
  • Page 212 EW-D ASA antenna splitter Option 2: Two 4-channel systems are interconnect-...
  • Page 213 EW-D ASA antenna splitter Option 3: Two antennas supply a 8-channel system...
  • Page 214 EW-D ASA antenna splitter Installing the EW-D ASA in a rack ATTENTION 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 215 EW-D ASA antenna splitter Switching the EW-D ASA on and off To switch on the antenna splitter: Short-press the STANDBY button. ▷ The antenna splitter switches on and the power LED turns green. The RF signals of the connected antennas are distributed to all connected receivers.

  • Page 216: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance Note the following information when cleaning and maintaining products of the Evolution Wireless Digital series. ATTENTION Liquids can damage the products’ electronics. Liquids entering the product housing can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics.
  • Page 217 Cleaning and maintenance Reinsert the foam insert. ▷ Screw the sound inlet basket back onto the microphone ▷ module. From time to time, you should also clean the microphone mod- ule contacts: Wipe the contacts of the microphone module with a soft, ▷...

  • Page 218: Frequently Asked Questions

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS This section contains answers to frequently asked questions and further information about the following topics: „Radio and frequencies“ „Audio“ „Usability“ „Accessories“ „EW-D Smart Assist app“...
  • Page 219 Radio and frequencies Radio and frequencies Why won’t my transmitter synchronize with my receiver? • Briefly press the SYNC button on both devices, but don’t press too long („Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“) • The two devices must have the same frequency range („Fre- quency ranges“) What is the transmission range of the transmitter? •...
  • Page 220 Radio and frequencies The transmitter and receiver are synchronized, but there is no connection. • Install antennas correctly on the receiver (EW-D EM: „Con- necting antennas“ | EW-DX EM 2: „Connecting antennas“) • EW-D: Use the scan function to find a free channel („AUTO SCAN menu item“) and synchronize the transmitter again („Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“)
  • Page 221 Audio Audio Which microphones can I use with my bodypack transmit- ter? • EW-D SK: „Connecting a microphone to the bodypack transmitter“ • EW-DX SK (3-PIN): „Connecting a microphone to the bodypack transmitter“ Which microphone modules can I use with my handheld transmitter? •...
  • Page 222 Audio How can I adjust sensitivity on the transmitter? • EW-D: You cannot make any settings on the transmitter. You can adjust the level of the signal coming from the trans- mitter under the GAIN menu item („GAIN menu item“) on the receiver.
  • Page 223 Usability Usability Why won’t my transmitter synchronize with my receiver? • Briefly press the SYNC button on both devices, but don’t press too long („Establishing a radio link | Synchronizing the receiver and transmitter“) • The two devices must have the same frequency range („Fre- quency ranges“) Is there a way to check the battery status of the transmitter other than on the receiver?
  • Page 224 Usability My LINK LED is steady or flashing red. What does that mean? • EW-D EM: „Meaning of the LEDs“ • EW-D SKM-S: „Meaning of the LEDs“ • EW-D SK: „Meaning of the LEDs“ • EW-DX EM 2: „Meaning of the LEDs“ •...
  • Page 225 Usability Can the ew G4 and EW-D series be operated together? • The products in the ew G4 and EW-D series are not com- patible with each other. However, you can operate the two series in parallel without any problems. Are the receivers and transmitters of the EW-D and EW-DX series compatible? •...
  • Page 226 Usability What is the best way to wear the bodypack transmitter? • Do not kink, bend or cover the antenna • Avoid skin contact with the antenna • If possible, attach it to your clothing with the belt clip Can you rotate the bodypack transmitter’s belt clip so that the antenna points downward? •...
  • Page 227 • EW-DX SKM(-S): „Replacing the microphone module“ Which batteries can I use for my transmitter? • 2 x AA 1.5 V • Sennheiser BA 70 rechargeable battery („BA 70 recharge- able battery and L 70 USB charger“) • EW-D SKM-S: „Inserting and removing the batteries/re- chargeable batteries“...
  • Page 228 Accessories • We always recommend using the accessories that are opti- mized for the EW-D: „Accessories“. Which antennas can I use with my receiver? • In principle, you can use all antennas with BNC connectors that cover the frequency ranges of the EW-D series („Fre- quency ranges“) •...
  • Page 229 I want to see if the app is right for me before registering. Where can I get more information? • In the app’s demo mode or on the website: https://www.sennheiser.com/evolution-wireless-digital-app In which languages is the app available? • English • German •...
  • Page 230 EW-D Smart Assist app Can I set a specific frequency range for the Auto Scan func- tion? • No, the function scans the entire available frequency spec- trum. Why can’t I access a receiver? • The receiver may be switched off or out of Bluetooth range. How are the app and the receivers connected to the app se- cured against possible misuse? •...

  • Page 231: Specifications

    System SPECIFICATIONS System Audio-Link EW-D frequency ranges • Q1-6: 470.2 – 526 MHz • R1-6: 520 – 576 MHz • R4-9: 552 – 607.8 MHz • S1-7: 606.2 – 662 MHz • S4-7: 630 – 662 MHz • S7-10: 662 – 693.8 MHz •...
  • Page 232 System Dynamic range 134 dB System latency 1.9 ms Operating temperature range -10 °C – +55 °C (EW-D) -10 °C – +50 °C (EW-DX) Relative humidity 5 – 95% (non-condensing)

  • Page 233: Input Current

    EW-D EM rack receiver EW-D EM rack receiver Input voltage DC 11 – 13 V Input current ≤ 300 mA Transmission power BLE: max. 10 mW EIRP Audio output power 18 dBu max. Dimensions 212 × 44 × 189 mm (1 3/4" x 3 7/8" x 7 3/16") Weight Approx.
  • Page 234 EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver EW-DX EM 2 rack receiver Input voltage DC 11 – 13 V or PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 (CAT5e or higher) Input current ≤ 1 A Transmission power BLE: max. 10 mW EIRP Audio output power 18 dBu max.
  • Page 235 EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter EW-D SKM-S handheld transmitter Input voltage 2.0 – 4.35 V Input current < 300 mA Power supply 2 AA batteries 1.5 V (alkali manganese) or BA 70 rechargeable battery pack Occupied bandwidth 200 kHz Transmission power •...
  • Page 236 EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter EW-DX SKM | EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter Input voltage 2.0 – 4.35 V Input current < 300 mA Power supply 2 AA batteries 1.5 V (alkali manganese) or BA 70 rechargeable battery pack Occupied bandwidth 200 kHz Transmission power...
  • Page 237 EW-D SK bodypack transmitter EW-D SK bodypack transmitter Input voltage 2.0 – 4.35 V Input current < 300 mA Power supply 2 AA batteries 1.5 V (alkali manganese) or BA 70 rechargeable battery pack Occupied bandwidth 200 kHz Transmission power •...
  • Page 238 EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter EW-DX SK | EW-DX SK 3-PIN bodypack transmitter Input voltage 2.0 – 4.35 V Input current < 300 mA Power supply 2 AA batteries 1.5 V (alkali manganese) or BA 70 rechargeable battery pack Occupied bandwidth 200 kHz...
  • Page 239 EW-D ASA antenna splitter EW-D ASA antenna splitter Frequency ranges • EW-D ASA (Q-R-S): 470 – 694 MHz • EW-D ASA CN/ANZ (Q-R-S): 470 – 694 MHz • EW-D ASA (T-U-V-W): 694 – 1075 MHz • EW-D ASA (X-Y): 1350 – 1805 MHz EW-D ASA antenna splitter 2 x 1:4 or 1 x 1:8, active Gain...
  • Page 240 EW-D ASA antenna splitter Supply for antenna boosters at ANT RF in A and ANT RF in B • DC 12 V • 320 mA Supply for receivers at A1 to A4 • DC 12 V • Typically 350 mA, max. 500 mA Relative humidity 5 –...
  • Page 241 EW-D ASA antenna splitter...
  • Page 242 EW-D AB antenna booster EW-D AB antenna booster Frequency ranges • EW-D AB (Q): 470 – 550 MHz • EW-D AB (R): 520 – 608 MHz • EW-D AB (S): 606 – 694 MHz • EW-D AB (U): 823 – 865 MHz •...
  • Page 243 EW-D AB antenna booster Operating temperature range -10 °C – +55 °C (14 °F – 131 °F) Storage temperature range -20 °C – +70 °C (-4 °F – 158 °F) Relative humidity 5 – 95%...
  • Page 244 ADP UHF passive directional antenna (470 – 1075 MHz) ADP UHF passive directional antenna (470 – 1075 MHz) Frequency range 470 – 1075 MHz Apex angle (-3 dB) Approx. 100° Front-to-back ratio > 14 dB Gain Typically 5 dBi Impedance 50 ? Connection BNC female, no DC path...
  • Page 245 ADP UHF passive directional antenna (470 – 1075 MHz) Storage temperature range -20 °C – +85 °C (-4 °F – 158 °F) Relative humidity 5 – 95% Typical polar diagram ►...
  • Page 246 BA 70 rechargeable battery BA 70 rechargeable battery Rated capacity 1720 mAh Nominal voltage 3.8 V Charging voltage max. 4.35 V Charging time Typically 3 h @ room temperature Dimensions Approx. 54 x 30 x 15 Weight Approx. 33 g Temperature range •...
  • Page 247 L 70 USB charger L 70 USB charger Charging capacity 2 Sennheiser BA 70 rechargeable battery packs Input voltage Typically 5 V Input current max. 2 A Charging voltage nominally 4.35 V Charging current max. 860 mA per battery pack Charging time max.
  • Page 248 CHG 70N charger CHG 70N charger Power supply DC 12 V PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 (CAT5e or higher) Current consumption max. 3.5 A Ethernet RJ-45 socket, IEEE802.3 100Base-TX (half+full duplex) 10Base-T (half+full duplex) Dimensions Approx. 200 x 104 x 116 mm Weight approx.
  • Page 249 CHG 70N charger Charging current min. 344 mA max. 860 mA Full charging time Max. 3.5 h Temperature range • Charging: -10 °C to +50 °C • Storage: -20 °C to +70 °C Relative humidity max. 95% (non-condensing)

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