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  • Page 1 tourguide Instructions for use Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The tourguide UHF system ........
  • Page 4 Sennheiser a world-leading company in this field. Please take a few moments to read these instructions carefully, as we want you to enjoy your new Sennheiser products quickly and to the fullest. Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
  • Page 6 Danger of hearing damage due to high volumes This is a professional system. Commercial use is subject to the rules and regula- tions of the trade association responsible. Sennheiser, as the manufacturer, is therefore obliged to expressly point out possible health risks arising from use.
  • Page 7 Please understand that Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from abuse or misuse. Keep away from children. Observe correct polarity. Do not heat above 70°C/158°F, e.g. do not Switch rechargeable battery-powered expose to sunlight or throw into a fire.

  • Page 8: The Tourguide Uhf System

    The tourguide UHF system The tourguide UHF system The tourguide UHF system consists of the EK 1038 receiver in com- bination with a transmitter of the evolution wireless series G2. The system offers optimum speech transmission for guided tours and interpretation applications with one or several speakers.

  • Page 9: Ek 1038 Receiver

    EK 1038 receiver EK 1038 receiver Special features The EK 1038 receiver is a small and reliable bodypack receiver that can easily be attachted to the clothing by the means of a belt clip. 16 factory-preset UHF frequencies which are intermodulation-free and four freely selectable frequencies ensure a high level of flexibil- ity and operational reliability.

  • Page 10: Indications

    EK 1038 receiver Indications Alphanumeric display 4-step battery status display Lock mode icon (lock mode is activated) Operation and battery status indication The red LED (LOW BAT/ON) provides information on the current operating state of the receiver: Red LED lit up: The receiver is switched on and the capacity of the batteries/rechargeable battery BA 2015 is suffi- cient.

  • Page 11: Preparing For Use

    BA 2015” on page 27). Accupacks ensure economical and environmentally friendly opera- tion of the tourguide UHF system during daily use. If no power supply is available for recharging the battery pack, you can alternatively use 1.5 V AA size batteries.

  • Page 12: Using The Receiver

    Using the receiver Using the receiver Switching the receiver on/off ³ To switch the receiver on, turn the volume control clockwise ³ until it clicks. The red LED lights up and the current number is displayed. Note: The receiver has a short switch-on delay. Remove the batteries or the rechargeable battery when the ¿...

  • Page 13: The Operating Menu Of The Receiver

    Using the receiver Note: It is only possible to switch the channel if the lock mode is deac- tivated. If it is deactivated, no lock mode icon appears on the display (see “Activating/deactivating the lock mode” on page 20). º Use the rocker button (UP/DOWN) to switch between...
  • Page 14 Using the receiver Starting the setup menu In order to get into the configuration menu, the receiver must be switched off. Open the battery compartment. ³ Press the SET button and keep it pressed. ³ At the same time, turn the volume control clockwise until it clicks to switch the receiver on.
  • Page 15 Using the receiver Getting into the operating menu of the setup menu ¶ Press the button to get from the start display into the operating menu. The first menu “LOCK” flashes on the display. Selecting a menu Press the / rocker button (UP/DOWN) to select the menu you would like to adjust the setting.

  • Page 16: Operating Menu Of The Receiver

    Using the receiver Adjusting a setting Press the (UP/DOWN) rocker button to adjust the setting of the menu. The new setting flashes on the display. By briefly pressing the rocker button, the display jumps either forwards or backwards to the next setting. In the “TUNE” menu, the rocker button features a “fast search”...
  • Page 17 Using the receiver The setup menu of the receiver Starting display Operating menu Setting mode Configure the receiver LOC. LOC. Lock mode activated Locking operation ON, OFF or deactivated STORED Current channel channel 01...20 Change frequencies of the channels 833.1 00 833.12 5 MH z current fraquency of...

  • Page 18: Adjustment Tips For The Setup Menu

    Using the receiver Adjustment tips for the setup menu LOCK Activating/deactivating the lock mode Via the “LOCK” menu, you can activate or deactiveate the lock mode. This mode locks the / rocker button (UP/DOWN) so that the user cannot change the preset channel. The lock mode icon on the display of the user interface (user menu) indicates that the lock mode is activated.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Squelch Threshold

    Using the receiver ated simultaneously. As only the selectable channels are displayed, the user can quickly switch to the channel stated by the guide. Select the channel you like to lock as described within the chapter “Changing the receiving frequencies of the channels” on page 20 and confirm your selection by pressing the button.

  • Page 20: Limiting The Volume At The Headphone Output

    SW-REV Displaying the revision of the firmware Via the “SW-REV” menu, you can display the revision of the firmware installed in the device. The revision displayed is only relevant to the Sennheiser Service department. COPY Copy function Note: If the “COPY”...
  • Page 21 Using the receiver To copy the settings: Place the receiver with “master” function above the infra-red interface of the other receivers (slaves), one after the other. The ¹ distance between the infra-red interfaces of both receivers (master and slave) must not exceed 10 cm. The settings are copied and the text “COPY”...

  • Page 22: L 2015 Quick Charger

    The BA 2015 battery pack is delivered as accessory with the EK 1038 receiver and fits to the Sennheiser bodypack receivers ew series G2 as well (see “SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2 bodypack transmitters” on page 34).

  • Page 23: Operating Controls

    L 2015 quick charger Operating controls » ¿ ´ » ¿ ¶ ³ · ³ · ³ Red LED CHARGE/ERROR (2 x) · Green LED READY (2 x) » Charging compartment for BA 2015 rechargeable battery (2 x) ¿ Charging compartment for EK 1038 or bodypack transmitters of the evolution wireless G2 series (2 x) ´...

  • Page 24: Preparing For Use

    L 2015 quick charger Preparing for use Cascading several chargers Make sure that the charger is disconnected from the mains. º Unscrew the two screws at the right bottom side of the charger. ¾ º ¶ Slide the two rails out of the guiding slots and screw them tight using the two screws º.

  • Page 25: Using The Charger

    L 2015 quick charger Using the charger Charging the rechargeable battery BA 2015 µ Insert the rechargeable battery into one of the two charging µ » compartments as shown. » ³ The red LED at the occupied charging compartment lights up. Charging a completely discharged rechargeable battery takes approx.

  • Page 26: The Channel Bank System

    Suitable transmitters of the evolution wireless series G 2 The EK 1038 bodypack receiver matches any of the transmitters (range E) of the Sennheiser evolution wireless series G 2: Radiomicrophones: SKM 100 G2 / SKM 300 G2 / SKM 500 G2...
  • Page 27 L 2015 quick charger been preset so that e.g. country-specific regulations on frequency usage are taken into account. The channel bank “U” (user bank) allows you to store your selection out of 1440 transmission frequencies that are freely selectable within the preset frequency range. Note: The tourguide frequencies are preset on the channel bank “8”.

  • Page 28: Skm 100 G2 / Skm 300 G2 / Skm 500 G2 Radiomicrophones

    SKM 100 G2 / SKM 300 G2 / SKM 500 G2 radiomicrophones SKM 100 G2 / SKM 300 G2 / SKM 500 G2 radiomicrophones Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 radiomicrophone 2 batteries 1 microphone clamp 1 pouch Operating Controls ¿...

  • Page 29: Preparing For Use

    Preparing for use Inserting and changing the battery For powering the radiomicrophone, you can either use two 1.5 V AA ´ » size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery pack. ´ Unscrew the display section from the radiomicrophone’s »...

  • Page 30: Using The Radiomicrophone

    SKM 100 G2 / SKM 300 G2 / SKM 500 G2 radiomicrophones Remove the screw and put it to one side. Remove the microphone module by pulling it out of the housing as shown. Do not touch the contacts! Insert the new module. Secure the capsule by tightening the screw.

  • Page 31: Care And Maintenance

    SKM 100 G2 / SKM 300 G2 / SKM 500 G2 radiomicrophones Muting the radiomicrophone The radiomicrophone has a MUTE switch that noiselessly mutes the audio signal without switching the radiomicrophone off. Turn the protective cap at the bottom of the radiomicrophone so that the MUTE switch...

  • Page 32: Sk 100 G2 / Sk 300 G2 / Sk 500 G2 Bodypack Transmitters

    SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2 bodypack transmitters SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2 bodypack transmitters Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 bodypack transmitter 2 batteries 1 BPP 1 bodypack pouch 1 clip-on microphone (please specify when ordering) Operating Controls ³...
  • Page 33 SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2 bodypack transmitters µ Press the two unlocking buttons and open the battery com- µ partment cover Insert the two batteries as shown above. Please observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries. Close the battery compartment.
  • Page 34 SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2 bodypack transmitters The prevention of improper charging of inserted primary cells (batteries). Due to the missing sensor, individual rechargeable battery cells will also not be charged in the L 2015 charger. Connecting the microphone/line cable The microphone/line input is designed for the connection of both condenser microphones and instruments (e.g.

  • Page 35: Using The Bodypack Transmitter

    SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2 bodypack transmitters Using the bodypack transmitter Switching the transmitter on/off The transmitter can only be switched off when the standard display is shown on the display panel. When in the operating menu, briefly pressing the ON/OFF button will cancel your entry (ESC function)

  • Page 36: Skp 100 G2 / Skp 500 G2 Plug-On Transmitters

    SKP 100 G2 / SKP 500 G2 plug-on transmitters SKP 100 G2 / SKP 500 G2 plug-on transmitters Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 plug-on transmitter 2 batteries 1 POP 1 plug-on pouch Suitable microphones (to be ordered separately) for the plug-on transmitter: Dynamic microphones Condenser microphones with internal power supply Condenser microphones with 48 V phantom powering...

  • Page 37: Preparing For Use

    Preparing for use Inserting and changing the battery For powering the plug-on transmitter, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the ¾...
  • Page 38 SKP 100 G2 / SKP 500 G2 plug-on transmitters Betriebs- und Batterieanzeige ¶ The red LED (LOW BAT/ON) provides information on the current operating state of the plug-on transmitter: Red LED lit up: The plug-on transmitter is switched on and the capacity of the batteries/BA 2015 rechargeable battery is suffi- ¶...

  • Page 39: Lc Display Panel Of The Evolution Wireless Transmitters G 2

    LC display panel of the evolution wireless transmitters G 2 LC display panel of the evolution wireless transmitters G 2 LC display panel Alphanumeric display “B.CH“ – appears when the channel bank and the channel number are displayed “MHz“ – appears when the frequency is displayed 4-step battery status display Lock mode icon (lock mode is activated) “...
  • Page 40 LC display panel of the evolution wireless transmitters G 2 “PILOT” display The “PILOT” display appears on the display panel when the pilot tone transmission is activated. Display backlighting After pressing a button, the display remains backlit for approx. 15 seconds.

  • Page 41: The Operating Menu Of The Transmitters Evolution Wireless Series

    The operating menu of the transmitters evolution wireless series G 2 The operating menu of the transmitters evolution wireless series G 2 With the exception of one transmitter, the operating menu of the transmitters of the evolution wireless G2 series is equal for all trans- mitters.

  • Page 42: Working With The Operating Menu

    The operating menu of the transmitters evolution wireless series G 2 Working with the operating menu By way of example of the “TUNE” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu. After switching the transmitter on, the standard display is shown on the display panel.

  • Page 43: Overview Of The Operating Menu Of The Transmitters

    The operating menu of the transmitters evolution wireless series G 2 Overview of the operating menu of the transmitters EXIT BANK BANK BANK Changing the channel Current channel bank 1...8, U (User bank Bank) Stores the setting STORED 1.03 1.02 CHAN B.CH B.CH...
  • Page 44 The operating menu of the transmitters evolution wireless series G 2 Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...

  • Page 45: Adjustment Tips For The Operating Menu

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

  • Page 46: Switching The Phantom Powering On/Off (Skp 500 G2 Only)

    Adjustment tips for the operating menu The input sensitivity is adjusted too high when close talking dis- tances, speakers with loud voices or loud music passages cause overmodulation in the transmission link. When the audio input level is excessively high (AF peak), the level display for audio signal (AF) shows full deflection.

  • Page 47: Selecting The Standard Display

    Adjustment tips for the operating menu DISPLY Selecting the standard display Via the “DISPLY” menu, you can select the standard display: Selectable Contents of standard standard display display “FREQ“ “NAME“ “CHAN“ NAME Entering a name Via the “NAME” menu, you can enter a freely selectable name for the transmitter.

  • Page 48: Activating/Deactivating The Pilot Tone Transmission (Pilot)

    Adjustment tips for the operating menu PILOT Activating/deactivating the pilot tone transmission (PILOT) Via the “PILOT” menu, you can activate or deactivate the pilot tone transmisssion. When using the transmitter with the tourguide system, the pilot tone transmission must be switched off. LOCK Activating/deactivating the lock mode Via the “LOCK”...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Error checklist Problem Possible cause Possible solution No operation Batteries are flat or rechargeable Replace the batteries or recharge the indication battery is flat accupack Transmitter and receiver are not on the Set transmitter and receiver to the same frequency.

  • Page 50: Recommendations And Tips

    Recommendations and tips Recommendations and tips ... for the receiver EK 1038 Transmission range depends to a large extent on location. There should be a “free line of sight” between transmitting and receiv- ing antennas..for the radiomicrophones Hold the radiomicrophone in the middle of the microphone body. Holding it close to the sound inlet basket will influence the micro- phone’s pick-up pattern, holding it at the lower part of the body will reduce the transmitter’s range.

  • Page 51: Hdx Noise Reduction

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

  • Page 52: Accessories And Spare Parts

    Components from other manufacturers CAUTION! (e.g. for power supply or accupack) may cause dam- age to the units and will invalidate the warranty! Only use original Sennheiser accessories and spare parts. The following accessories are available from your authorized dealer: EK 1038 receiver...
  • Page 53 Accessories and spare parts SK 100 G2 / SK 300 G2 / SK 500 G2 bodypack transmitter ME 2 Clip-on microphone, condenser, omni-directional MKE 2-ew Clip-on microphone , black or beige, condenser, omni-directional ME 4 Clip-on microphone, condenser, cardioid ME 3 Headmic, condenser, super-cardioid DC 2 DC power adapter, for external 12 V DC powering (instead of two AA...

  • Page 54: Specifications

    RF squelch SQ MID: 15 dBμV SQ HI: 25 dBμV > Adjacent channel rejection 70 dB Noise reduction system Sennheiser AF frequency response 40 – 15.000 Hz > Signal-to-noise ratio 91 dB(A) < THD at nominal deviation and 1 kHz 1 %, typ.

  • Page 55: Plug-In Mains Units

    Specifications Δ U method Deep discharge recovery charge Trickle charge Charging principle: rechargeable battery temperature monitoring Over/undercharge detection Charging time limit (max. 6 h) approx. 2.5 h with a totally Charging time: discharged rechargeable battery and at room temperature, automatic security switch-off after 6 h at the latest BA 2015 battery type: 2 x 1.2 V 1500 mAh, NiMH Dimensions:...

  • Page 56: Channel Assignment

    Specifications Weight approx. 158 g SKP 100 G2 / SKP 500 G2 plug-on transmitter Max. input voltage (at peak deviation) MICRO: 1.2 V (unbalanced) Dimensions 105 x 43 x 43 mm Weight approx. 195 g Channel assignment evolution wireless G2, generation 2 SKM 100 G2 SKM 300 G2 SKM 500 G2...

  • Page 57: Manufacturer Declarations

    Manufacturer declarations Warranty The original Sennheiser product you have purchased is covered by a war- ranty of 24 months. The warranty period begins on the date of purchase of brand new, unused products by the first end user. Please retain your sales receipt (or your warranty certificate) as proof of purchase.
  • Page 58 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This class B digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003. Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Sennheiser electronic Corp. may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 59 Manufacturer declarations Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 60 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1 30900 Wedemark, Germany Phone +49 (5130) 600 0 Printed in Germany Fax +49 (5130) 600 300 Publ. 01/08 www.sennheiser.com 512883/A02 Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...

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