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- Page 1 G4 500 P series Instruction Manual Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany, www.sennheiser.com ew 500 P G4 - v2.3...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Overview 6 ew 500 P G4 series products 7 EK 500 G4 diversity receiver 8 SKM 500 G4 handheld transmitter 9 SK 500 G4 bodypack transmitter 10 SKP 500 G4 plug-on transmitter 11 Accessories 12 Microphones and cables 12 Microphone modules 12 Headset and Lavalier microphones 13 Line connecting cable 14 Rechargeable battery and charger 15... - Page 3 Switching the EK 500 G4 on and off 46 Volume control of the PHONES socket 47 Lock-off function 48 Displays on the EK 500 G4 display panel 49 Buttons for navigating through the menu 50 Home screen 52 standard display 52 Frequency/Name standard display 53 Frequency Bank/Channel/Name...
- Page 4 Advanced > Pilot Tone menu item 83 Advanced > LCD Contrast menu item 84 Advanced > Reset menu item 84 Advanced > Software Revision menu item 84 Using the SK 500 G4 85 Operating elements of the SK 500 G4 bodypack trans- mitter 86 Switching the SK 500 G4 bodypack transmitter on and off 87...
- Page 5 Setting options in the menu 113 Sensitivity menu item 114 Frequency Preset menu item 114 Name menu item 115 Auto Lock menu item 115 Advanced menu item 116 Advanced > Tune menu item 117 Only adjusting the frequency 117 Setting the channel and frequency 117 Advanced >...
- Page 6 Pin assignment 138 3.5 mm stereo jack plug 138 3.5 mm mic jack plug 138 3.5 mm line jack plug 138 6.3 mm stereo jack plug, balanced (audio in/loop out) 6.3 mm mono jack plug, unbalanced 139 6.3 mm stereo jack plug for headphone jack 139 XLR-3 plug, balanced 139 Hollow jack plug for power supply 139 Cleaning and maintenance 140...
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Page 7: Overview
Overview PRODUCT INFORMATION Overview You can find information about the individual products in the ew 500 P G4 series under “ew 500 P G4 series products”. For information about the available accessories, see “Accessories”. You can find information about the ew 500 P G4 series frequency bank system under “The frequency bank system”. -
Page 8: Ew 500 P G4 Series Products
ew 500 P G4 series products ew 500 P G4 series products You can also find more information here: • A variety of frequency variants are available from the individual prod- ucts. You can find more information under “Product variants”. •... -
Page 9: Ek 500 G4 Diversity Receiver
EK 500 G4 diversity receiver ► You can find more detailed information about the EK 500 G4 in the following sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the EK 500 G4” • Operation: “Using the EK 500 G4” • Technical Data: “EK 500 G4”... -
Page 10: Skm 500 G4 Handheld Transmitter
SKM 500 G4 handheld transmitter ► ► You can find more detailed information about the SKM 500 G4 in the following sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the SKM 500 G4” • Operation: “Using the SKM 500 G4” • Technical Data: “SKM 500 G4”... -
Page 11: Sk 500 G4 Bodypack Transmitter
SK 500 G4 bodypack transmitter ► You can find more detailed information about the SK 500 G4 in the follow- ing sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the SK 500 G4” • Operation: “Using the SK 500 G4” • Technical Data: “SK 500 G4”... -
Page 12: Skp 500 G4 Plug-On Transmitter
SKP 500 G4 plug-on transmitter ► You can find more detailed information about the SKP 500 G4 in the following sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the SKP 500 G4” • Operation: “Using the SKP 500 G4” • Technical Data: “SKP 500 G4”... -
Page 13: Accessories
Capacitor, cardioid, black 008652 KK 204 BK Neumann Capacitor, super-cardioid, nickel 008653 KK 205 Neumann Capacitor, super-cardioid, black 008654 KK 205 BK You can find more information about the individual microphone mod- ules on their respective product pages at www.sennheiser.com. -
Page 14: Headset And Lavalier Microphones
Headband microphone, omni-di- 506272 rectional, beige SL Headmic 1 BK Headband microphone, omni-di- 506271 rectional, black SL Headmic 1 SB Headband microphone, omni-di- 506904 rectional, silver You can find more information about the individual microphones on their respective product pages at www.sennheiser.com. -
Page 15: Line Connecting Cable
Accessories Line connecting cable The following cables can be used to connect cameras to the EK 500 G4 di- versity receiver: • CL 1 3.5 mm jack plug on lockable 3.5 mm jack plugs Article no. 005022 ► • CL 500 XLR-3 on a 3.5 mm jack plug Article no. -
Page 16: Rechargeable Battery And Charger
Accessories Rechargeable battery and charger BA 2015 rechargeable battery The BA 2015 rechargeable battery is designed for use with evolution wire- less G4 series handheld transmitters, bodypack transmitters and bodypack receivers. Article no. 009950 ► L 2015 charger The BA 2015 rechargeable battery can be charged in the L 2015 charger on its own or inside of the bodypack transmitter/bodypack receiver. -
Page 17: Accessories For Camera Mounting
Accessories Accessories for camera mounting CA 2 camera adapter Camera adapter with hot shoe for portable receivers from the ew 100 P G4 and ew 500 PG4 series. Article no. 009986 ►... -
Page 18: Additional Accessories
Accessories Additional accessories Color labeling set • KEN 2, color labeling set for SKM handheld transmitters Article no. 530195 ► Microphone clamp • MZQ 1, microphone clamp for SKM handheld transmitters Article no. 076670 ►... -
Page 19: The Frequency Bank System
The frequency bank system The frequency bank system There are different frequency ranges in the UHF band available for trans- mission. The following frequency ranges are available for the ew 500 P G4 series: • Aw+ range: 470 – 558 MHz •... -
Page 20: Installing Ew 500 P G4 Series Devices
Installing ew 500 P G4 series devices INSTALLATION Installing ew 500 P G4 series devices find information about installing connecting ew 500 P G4 series devices in the following sections. • EK 500 G4 diversity receiver >> “Installing the EK 500 G4” •... -
Page 21: Installing The Ek 500 G4
EK 500 G4”. Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the diversity receiver either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery. Press the two catches and open the battery compartment cover. ▷ ▷... -
Page 22: Battery Status
Installing the EK 500 G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►... -
Page 23: Connecting Headphones To The Ek 500 G4
Installing the EK 500 G4 Connecting headphones to the EK 500 G4 ATTENTION Danger due to high volume levels Volume levels that are too high may damage your hearing. Turn down the volume of the headphone output before you put on the ▷... -
Page 24: Attaching The Diversity Receiver To A Camera
Installing the EK 500 G4 Attaching the diversity receiver to a camera You can attach the diversity receiver on the hot shoe of the camera with the included CA 2 camera kit. To attach the EK 500 G4 diversity receiver to a camera: ▷... - Page 25 Installing the EK 500 G4 ▷ Lift the belt clip. Press one side of the clip downward on the fixing hole and pull it out of ▷ the housing. Do the same thing on the other side. ▷ ▷ Place the perforated plate on the rear side of the diversity receiver. ▷...
- Page 26 Installing the EK 500 G4 ▷ Slide the receiver onto a camera.
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Page 27: Connecting The Diversity Receiver To A Camera
Installing the EK 500 G4 Connecting the diversity receiver to a camera To connect the diversity receiver to a camera: ▷ Attach the line input of the camera to the jack socket of the receiver us- ing one of the enclosed line connecting cables. - Page 28 Installing the EK 500 G4 Adjust the level of the AF Out audio output in the operating menu of the ▷ diversity receiver based on the input level of the camera (see “AF Out menu item”). The shielding of the line cable acts as an antenna for the second di- versity branch.
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Page 29: Installing The Skm 500 G4
Installing the SKM 500 G4 Installing the SKM 500 G4 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the SKM 500 G4. You can find information about operating the SKM 500 G4 under “Using the SKM 500 G4”. -
Page 30: Inserting And Removing The Batteries/Rechargeable Batteries
Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the wireless microphone either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery. Screw the rear part of the wireless microphone in the direction of the ▷... -
Page 31: Battery Status
Installing the SKM 500 G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►... -
Page 32: Replacing The Microphone Module
Installing the SKM 500 G4 Replacing the microphone module You can find a list of the recommended microphone modules for the hand- held transmitter under “Microphones and cables”. To change the microphone module: Unscrew the microphone module. ▷ ▷ Screw the desired microphone module on. ►... -
Page 33: Changing The Colored Ring
Installing the SKM 500 G4 Changing the colored ring To change the colored ring: ▷ Pull the colored ring off as shown in the diagram. ► Attached a colored ring in the color you want as shown in the diagram. ▷... -
Page 34: Installing The Sk 500 G4
Installing the SK 500 G4 Installing the SK 500 G4 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the SK 500 G4. You can find information about operating the SK 500 G4 under “Using the SK 500 G4”. -
Page 35: Inserting And Removing The Batteries/Rechargeable Batteries
Installing the SK 500 G4 Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the bodypack transmitter either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery. Press the two catches and open the battery compartment cover. ▷ ▷... -
Page 36: Battery Status
Installing the SK 500 G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►... -
Page 37: Connecting A Microphone To The Sk 500 G4
Installing the SK 500 G4 Connecting a microphone to the SK 500 G4 You can find a list of recommended Lavalier and headset microphones for the bodypack transmitter under “Microphones and cables”. To connect a microphone to the bodypack transmitter: Insert the cable’s 3.5 mm jack plug into the MIC/LINE socket on the ▷... -
Page 38: Connecting An Instrument Or Line Source To The Sk 500 G4
To do this, you will need the Ci 1-N (6.3 mm jack plug on a lockable 3.5 mm jack plug) or CL 2 (XLR-3F plug on lockable 3.5 mm jack plug) Sennheiser cables. To connect an instrument or line source to bodypack transmitter: ▷... -
Page 39: Attaching The Bodypack Transmitter To Clothing
Installing the SK 500 G4 Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing You can use the belt clip to attach the bodypack transmitter to your waist- band or on a guitar strap. The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the bodypack trans- mitter with the antenna pointing downwards. -
Page 40: Installing The Skp 500 G4
Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the plug-on transmitter either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the embossed ▷ arrow and open the cover. -
Page 41: Battery Status
Installing the SKP 500 G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ►... -
Page 42: Attaching The Plug-On Transmitter To The Microphone
Installing the SKP 500 G4 Attaching the plug-on transmitter to the micro- phone Microphones with a metal casing should be used for optimal signal transmission. Loosen the locking ring (2) by rotating it in the clockwise direction past ▷ the center point. This unlocks the XLR-3 plug (1) of the plug-on transmitter. -
Page 43: Using Ew 500 P G4 Series Devices
Using ew 500 P G4 series devices OPERATION Using ew 500 P G4 series devices You can find information about using ew 500 P G4 series devices in the fol- lowing sections. • EK 500 G4 diversity receiver >> “Using the EK 500 G4” •... - Page 44 Using ew 500 P G4 series devices In the sections below, you can find important information about specific use cases. • Establishing a radio link between the transmitter and receiver >> “Es- tablishing a radio link” • Synchronizing the receiver settings to the transmitter >> “Synchroniz- ing devices”...
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Page 45: Using The Ek 500 G4
Using the EK 500 G4 Using the EK 500 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the EK 500 G4. You can find information about installing the EK 500 under “Using the EK 500 G4”. -
Page 46: Operating Elements Of The Ek 500 G4 Diversity Receiver
Using the EK 500 G4 Operating elements of the EK 500 G4 diversity re- ceiver ► Display panel • See “Displays on the EK 500 G4 display panel” Operation and battery indicator, red LED • illuminated = ON See “Switching the EK 500 G4 on and off” •... -
Page 47: Switching The Ek 500 G4 On And Off
Press the two catches and open the battery compartment cover. ▷ To switch the receiver on: ▷ Hold down the ON/OFF button until the Sennheiser logo appears on the display. To switch the receiver off: ▷ Hold down the ON/OFF button until the display goes off. -
Page 48: Volume Control Of The Phones Socket
Using the EK 500 G4 Volume control of the PHONES socket To adjust the volume of the connected headphone: Press the UP or DOWN buttons. ▷... -
Page 49: Lock-Off Function
Using the EK 500 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Auto Lock menu item”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷... -
Page 50: Displays On The Ek 500 G4 Display Panel
Using the EK 500 G4 Displays on the EK 500 G4 display panel Status information such as reception quality, battery status, audio level, etc. is displayed on the home screen of the display panel. See “Home screen”. The display panel also displays the operating menu which you can use to configure all of the settings. -
Page 51: Buttons For Navigating Through The Menu
Using the EK 500 G4 Buttons for navigating through the menu To navigate through the EK 500 G4 operating menu, you need the following buttons. ► Press the ON/OFF button • ESC function: Cancels the entry and returns to the current standard dis- play •... - Page 52 Using the EK 500 G4 ► Press the SET button • Changes from the current standard display to the operating menu • Calls up a menu item • Changes to a submenu • Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu ►...
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Page 53: Home Screen
Home screen After you switch on the receiver, the display panel initially displays the Sennheiser logo. After a short time, the home screen is then displayed. The home screen has two different standard displays. Short-press the ON/OFF button to switch between the standard dis- ▷... -
Page 54: Frequency Bank/Channel/Name Standard Display
Using the EK 500 G4 Battery status of the receiver • See “Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries” MUTE muting function • No RF signal received P pilot tone • P = Activated pilot tone evaluation • No symbol = Evaluation is deactivated •... -
Page 55: Setting Options In The Menu
Using the EK 500 G4 Setting options in the menu In the EK 500 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings. Synchronizing the transmitter with the diversity receiver ▷ See “Sync menu item” Adjusting the volume of the headphone socket ▷... - Page 56 Using the EK 500 G4 • Displaying the current software revision See “Advanced menu item” ▷...
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Page 57: Menu Structure
Using the EK 500 G4 Menu structure The figure shows the complete EK 500 G4 menu structure in an overview. -
Page 58: Sync Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Sync menu item In the Sync menu item you can synchronize ew 500 P G4 series transmit- ters and receivers. For more information, see “Synchronizing devices”. Phones Volume menu item In the Phones Volume menu item you can adjust the volume for the head- phone output. -
Page 59: Squelch Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Squelch menu item You can adjust the squelch threshold in the Squelch menu item. Setting range: • >> 5 dBμV • Middle >> 15 dBμV • High >> 25 dBμV The squelch threshold is displayed on the home screen in the RF signal lev- el area. - Page 60 Using the EK 500 G4 CAUTION Risk of hearing and material damage If you set the squelch threshold to a very low value, a very loud hissing noise can occur in the receiver. This hissing noise can be loud enough to cause hearing damage or overload your system’s loudspeakers.
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Page 61: Easy Setup Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Easy Setup menu item You can scan for unused frequencies using the Easy Setup menu item. Switch off all transmitters before you perform the scan. If transmit- ters are still switched on, they are detected as unavailable frequen- cies and the frequencies that are actually available cannot then be used. -
Page 62: Frequency Preset Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Frequency Preset menu item In the Frequency Preset menu item, you can adjust the receiving frequen- cy of the receiver by adjusting the frequency bank and the channel. To open the Frequency Preset menu item: On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. -
Page 63: Name Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Name menu item In the Name menu item you can enter a name for the radio link. To open the Name menu item: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Name menu item appears in the ▷... -
Page 64: Af Out Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 AF Out menu item In the AF Out menu item you can adjust the level of the line audio output based on the level of the connected camera. Setting range: • –24 dB to +18 dB in 6 dB steps To open the AF Out menu item: On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. -
Page 65: Auto Lock Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Auto Lock menu item In the Auto Lock menu item you can activate or deactivate the auto lock- off function. You can find information about temporarily deactivating the lock-off function during operation under “Lock-off function”. To open the Auto Lock menu item: ▷... -
Page 66: Advanced Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings. To open the Advanced submenu: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Advanced menu item appears ▷... -
Page 67: Advanced -> Tune Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Advanced -> Tune menu item In the Tune menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can configure the receiving frequencies for the U frequency bank. Only adjusting the frequency Open the Tune menu item in the Advanced menu. ▷... -
Page 68: Advanced -> Sync Settings Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Advanced -> Sync Settings menu item In the Sync Settings menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can con- figure the parameters to be sent to the transmitters and activate or deac- tivate transmission The parameters are defined separately for the SK, SKM and SKP. -
Page 69: Advanced -> Pilot Tone Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Advanced -> Pilot Tone menu item In the Pilot Tone menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can activate and deactivate the pilot tone evaluation. ► The pilot tone has an inaudible frequency that is sent from the transmitter and evaluated by the receiver. -
Page 70: Advanced -> Reset Menu Item
Using the EK 500 G4 Advanced -> Reset menu item In the Reset menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can reset the set- tings of the receiver. When you reset the diversity receiver, only the selected settings of the pilot tone and the U frequency bank are retained. -
Page 71: Using The Skm 500 G4
Using the SKM 500 G4 Using the SKM 500 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the SKM 500 G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the SKM 500 G4 un- der “Installing the SKM 500 G4”. -
Page 72: Operating Elements Of The Skm 500 G4 Handheld Transmitter
Using the SKM 500 G4 Operating elements of the SKM 500 G4 handheld transmitter ► Display panel • See “Displays on the SKM 500 G4 handheld transmitter display pan- el” Infra-red interface • See “Synchronizing devices” DOWN, UP and SET multi-function switch •... -
Page 73: Switching The Skm 500 G4 Handheld Transmitter On And Off
Switching the SKM 500 G4 handheld transmitter on and off To switch on the SKM 500 G4: ▷ Hold down the ON/OFF button until the Sennheiser logo appears on the display. ► To switch off the SKM 500 G4: ▷... -
Page 74: Muting The Handheld Transmitter (Af Mute)
Using the SKM 500 G4 Muting the handheld transmitter (AF mute) The audio signal of the transmitter cannot be muted. However, when you deactivate the RF signal no AF signal is output. See “Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute)”. Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) You can deactivate the RF signal with the ON/OFF button. -
Page 75: Lock-Off Function
Using the SKM 500 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Auto Lock menu item”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷... -
Page 76: Displays On The Skm 500 G4 Handheld Transmitter Display Panel
Using the SKM 500 G4 Displays on the SKM 500 G4 handheld transmitter display panel You can view the following information on the transmitter display. ► AF audio level • Displays the audio level with peak hold function • See “Sensitivity menu item” Frequency •... -
Page 77: Select A Standard Display
Using the SKM 500 G4 >> “Buttons for navigating the SKM 500 G4 menu” >> “Setting options in the menu” Select a standard display Move the multi-function switch to select a standard display: ▷ Frequency/Name standard display ► 548.100 ew500 G4 MUTE Channel/Frequency standard display... -
Page 78: Buttons For Navigating The Skm 500 G4 Menu
Using the SKM 500 G4 Buttons for navigating the SKM 500 G4 menu 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: ▷... -
Page 79: Setting Options In The Menu
Using the SKM 500 G4 Setting options in the menu In the SKM 500 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings. Adjusting the input sensitivity ▷ See “Sensitivity menu item” Setting the frequency bank and the channel ▷ See “Frequency Preset menu item” Entering a freely selectable name ▷... -
Page 80: Sensitivity Menu Item
Using the SKM 500 G4 Sensitivity menu item • Adjusting the input sensitivity – AF audio level Setting range: 0 dB to -48 dB in 6 dB steps The AF audio level is also displayed when the wireless microphone is mut- ed, e.g. -
Page 81: Name Menu Item
Using the SKM 500 G4 Name menu item • Entering names ► In the Name menu item you can enter any name you want for the wireless microphone (e.g. the names of the musicians). The name can be shown in the Frequency/Name Name/Channel stan-... -
Page 82: Advanced Menu Item
Using the SKM 500 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings. The following sub-items are available: Adjusting the transmission frequencies for the U frequency bank See “Advanced > Tune menu item” ▷ Configuring the transmission power See “Advanced >... -
Page 83: Advanced > Tune Menu Item
Using the SKM 500 G4 Advanced > Tune menu item • Configuring the transmission frequency and frequency bank U When you have configured the wireless microphone to a system bank and you call up the Tune menu item, channel 1 of the frequency bank U is auto- matically set. -
Page 84: Advanced > Rf Power Menu Item
Using the SKM 500 G4 Advanced > RF Power menu item • Configuring the transmission power ► You can configure the transmission power in three steps in the RF Power menu item. Please note the information at the following address: General conditions and restrictions for the use of frequencies Setting range: Low: 10 mW... -
Page 85: Advanced > Lcd Contrast Menu Item
Using the SKM 500 G4 Advanced > LCD Contrast menu item • Adjusting the contrast of the display panel You can configure the contrast of the display in 16 steps. Advanced > Reset menu item • Resetting the wireless microphone ►... -
Page 86: Using The Sk 500 G4
Using the SK 500 G4 Using the SK 500 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the SK 500 G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the SK 500 G4 under “Installing the SK 500 G4”. -
Page 87: Operating Elements Of The Sk 500 G4 Bodypack Transmitter
Using the SK 500 G4 Operating elements of the SK 500 G4 bodypack transmitter ► Display panel • See “Displays on the SK 500 G4 bodypack transmitter display panel” Operation and battery indicator, red LED • illuminated = ON See “Switching the SK 500 G4 bodypack transmitter on and off” •... -
Page 88: Switching The Sk 500 G4 Bodypack Transmitter On And Off
Press the two catches and open the battery compartment cover. ▷ To switch on the SK 500 G4: ▷ Hold down the ON/OFF button until the Sennheiser logo appears on the display. To switch off the SK 500 G4: ▷... -
Page 89: Muting The Bodypack Transmitter (Af Mute)
Using the SK 500 G4 Muting the bodypack transmitter (AF mute) You can mute the audio signal with the MUTE switch. To do this, the MUTE switch function must be configured to AF On/Off. You can find more information about this subject under “Advanced > Mute Mode menu item”. -
Page 90: Deactivating The Rf Signal (Rf Mute)
Using the SK 500 G4 Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) You can deactivate the RF signal in two ways: Deactivating the RF signal with the MUTE switch You can deactivate the RF signal with the MUTE switch. To do this, the MUTE switch function must be configured to RF On/Off. You can find more information about this subject under “Advanced >... -
Page 91: Deactivating The Rf Signal With The On/Off Button
Using the SK 500 G4 The RF signal is deactivated. The message MUTE is shown in the display and the transmission icon no longer appears. Deactivating the RF signal with the ON/OFF button You can deactivate the RF signal with the ON/OFF button. To deactivate the RF signal: Short-press the ON/OFF button. - Page 92 Using the SK 500 G4 To activate the RF signal: Short-press the ON/OFF button. ▷ RF Mute Off? appears. Press the SET button. ▷ The transmission icon appears again.
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Page 93: Lock-Off Function
Using the SK 500 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Auto Lock menu item”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷... -
Page 94: Displays On The Sk 500 G4 Bodypack Transmitter Display Panel
Using the SK 500 G4 Displays on the SK 500 G4 bodypack transmitter display panel You can view the following information on the transmitter display. ► AF audio level • Displays the audio level with peak hold function • See “Sensitivity menu item” Frequency •... -
Page 95: Select A Standard Display
Using the SK 500 G4 >> “Buttons for navigating the SK 500 G4 menu” >> “Setting options in the menu” Select a standard display Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select a standard display. ▷ Frequency/Name standard display ► 548.100 ew500 G4 MUTE... -
Page 96: Buttons For Navigating The Sk 500 G4 Menu
Using the SK 500 G4 Buttons for navigating the SK 500 G4 menu 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: ▷... -
Page 97: Setting Options In The Menu
Using the SK 500 G4 Setting options in the menu In the SK 500 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings. Adjusting the input sensitivity ▷ See “Sensitivity menu item” Setting the frequency bank and the channel ▷ See “Frequency Preset menu item” Entering a freely selectable name ▷... -
Page 98: Sensitivity Menu Item
Using the SK 500 G4 Sensitivity menu item • Adjusting the input sensitivity – AF audio level ► Setting range: 0 dB to –60 dB in 6 dB steps. The AF audio level is also displayed when the bodypack transmitter is mut- ed, e.g. -
Page 99: Name Menu Item
Using the SK 500 G4 Name menu item • Entering names ► In the Name menu item you can enter any name you want for the bodypack transmitters (e.g. the names of the musicians). The name can be shown in the Frequency/Name Name/Channel stan-... -
Page 100: Advanced Menu Item
Using the SK 500 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings. The following sub-items are available: Adjusting the transmission frequencies for the U frequency bank See “Advanced > Tune menu item” ▷ Configuring the function of the MUTE switch and the RMS 1 remote mute switch ▷... -
Page 101: Advanced > Tune Menu Item
Using the SK 500 G4 Advanced > Tune menu item • Configuring the transmission frequency and frequency bank U When you have configured the bodypack transmitter to a system bank and you call up the Tune menu item, channel 1 of the frequency bank U is auto- matically set. -
Page 102: Advanced > Mute Mode Menu Item
Using the SK 500 G4 Advanced > Mute Mode menu item • Configuring the MUTE switch ► AF On/Off mode • If set to position MUTE, the audio signal is muted RF On/Off mode • If set to the MUTE selector position, the RF signal is deactivated. Disabled mode •... -
Page 103: Advanced > Pilot Tone Menu Item
Using the SK 500 G4 Advanced > Pilot Tone menu item • Activating/deactivating pilot tone transmission ► The pilot tone has an inaudible frequency that is sent from the transmitter and evaluated by the receiver. It supports the receiver’s squelch function. Advanced >... -
Page 104: Using The Skp 500 G4
Using the SKP 500 G4 Using the SKP 500 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the SKP 500 G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the SKP 500 G4 un- der “Installing the SKP 500 G4”. -
Page 105: Operating Elements Of The Skp 500 G4 Plug-On Transmitter
Using the SKP 500 G4 Operating elements of the SKP 500 G4 plug-on transmitter ► Display panel • See “Displays on the SKP 500 G4 plug-on transmitter display panel” UP button • See “Buttons for navigating the SKP 500 G4 menu” Operation and battery indicator, red LED •... - Page 106 Using the SKP 500 G4 Switching the SKP 500 G4 plug-on transmitter on and off To switch on the SKP 500 G4: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the Sennheiser logo appears on the ▷ display. To switch off the SKP 500 G4: Hold down the ON/OFF button until the display goes off.
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Page 107: Muting The Plug-On Transmitter (Af Mute)
Using the SKP 500 G4 Muting the plug-on transmitter (AF mute) You can mute the audio signal with the MUTE switch. To do this, the MUTE switch function must be configured to AF On/Off. You can find more information about this subject under “Advanced > Mute Mode menu item”. -
Page 108: Deactivating The Rf Signal (Rf Mute)
Using the SKP 500 G4 Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) You can deactivate the RF signal in two ways: Deactivating the RF signal with the MUTE switch You can deactivate the RF signal with the MUTE switch. To do this, the MUTE switch function must be configured to RF On/Off. You can find more information about this subject under “Advanced >... -
Page 109: Deactivating The Rf Signal With The On/Off Button
Using the SKP 500 G4 The RF signal is deactivated. The message MUTE is shown in the display and the transmission icon no longer appears. Deactivating the RF signal with the ON/OFF button You can deactivate the RF signal with the ON/OFF button. To deactivate the RF signal: ▷... -
Page 110: Lock-Off Function
Using the SKP 500 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Auto Lock menu item”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷... -
Page 111: Displays On The Skp 500 G4 Plug-On Transmitter Display Panel
Using the SKP 500 G4 Displays on the SKP 500 G4 plug-on transmitter dis- play panel You can view the following information on the transmitter display. ► AF audio level • Displays the audio level with peak hold function • See “Sensitivity menu item” Frequency •... -
Page 112: Select A Standard Display
Using the SKP 500 G4 >> “Buttons for navigating the SKP 500 G4 menu” >> “Setting options in the menu” Select a standard display Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select a standard display. ▷ Frequency/Name standard display ► 548.100 ew500 G4 MUTE... -
Page 113: Buttons For Navigating The Skp 500 G4 Menu
Using the SKP 500 G4 Buttons for navigating the SKP 500 G4 menu 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: ▷... -
Page 114: Setting Options In The Menu
Using the SKP 500 G4 Setting options in the menu In the SKP 500 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings. Adjusting the input sensitivity ▷ See “Sensitivity menu item” Setting the frequency bank and the channel ▷ See “Frequency Preset menu item” Entering a freely selectable name ▷... -
Page 115: Sensitivity Menu Item
Using the SKP 500 G4 Sensitivity menu item • Adjusting the input sensitivity – AF audio level ► Setting range: 0 dB to -48 dB in 6 dB steps. The AF audio level is also displayed when the plug-on transmitter is muted, e.g. -
Page 116: Name Menu Item
Using the SKP 500 G4 Name menu item • Entering names ► In the Name menu item you can enter any name you want for the bodypack transmitters (e.g. the names of the musicians). The name can be shown in the Frequency/Name Name/Channel stan-... -
Page 117: Advanced Menu Item
Using the SKP 500 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings. The following sub-items are available: Adjusting the transmission frequencies for the U frequency bank See “Advanced > Tune menu item” ▷ Configuring the function of the MUTE switch and the RMS 1 remote mute switch ▷... -
Page 118: Advanced > Tune Menu Item
Using the SKP 500 G4 Advanced > Tune menu item • Configuring the transmission frequency and frequency bank U When you have configured the bodypack transmitter to a system bank and you call up the Tune menu item, channel 1 of the frequency bank U is auto- matically set. -
Page 119: Advanced > Mute Mode Menu Item
Using the SKP 500 G4 Advanced > Mute Mode menu item • Configuring the MUTE switch ► AF On/Off mode • If set to position MUTE, the audio signal is muted RF On/Off mode • If set to the MUTE selector position, the RF signal is deactivated. Disabled mode •... -
Page 120: Advanced > Phantom Power 48V Menu Item
Using the SKP 500 G4 Advanced > Phantom Power 48V menu item • Activating phantom powering ► Advanced > Pilot Tone menu item • Activating/deactivating pilot tone transmission ► The pilot tone has an inaudible frequency that is sent from the transmitter and evaluated by the receiver. -
Page 121: Advanced > Software Revision Menu Item
Using the SKP 500 G4 Advanced > Software Revision menu item • Show software revision You can display the current software revision. -
Page 122: Establishing A Radio Link
Establishing a radio link Establishing a radio link To establish a radio link between the transmitter and receiver, the same frequency must be set in both devices. You can do this in a number of different ways: 1. Use the Easy Setup function to perform an automatic frequency set- up (see “Easy Setup menu item”). -
Page 123: Synchronizing Devices
Synchronizing devices Synchronizing devices You can synchronize ew 500 P G4 series transmitters and receivers via the receiver’s infrared interface. You can adjust the Parameters to be transferred to the transmitter here: “Advanced -> Sync Settings menu item” To synchronize the devices: ▷... -
Page 124: Overview
Overview SPECIFICATIONS Overview In the sections below, you can find information about the different variants of the products in the ew 500 P G4 series as well as technical data for the individual products. • Product variants and frequency variants >> “Product variants” •... -
Page 125: Product Variants
Product variants Product variants EK 500 G4 product variants Made in Germany ► EK 500 G4-K+ 925 – 937.5 MHz Art. no. 507822 EK 500 G4-GBw 606 – 678 MHz Art. no. 507823 EK 500 G4-Gw 558 – 626 MHz Art. -
Page 126: Skm 500 G4 Product Variants
Product variants SKM 500 G4 product variants Made in Germany ► SKM 500 G4-K+ 925 – 937.5 MHz Art. no. 507782 SKM 500 G4-GBw 606 – 678 MHz Art. no. 507783 SKM 500 G4-Gw 558 – 626 MHz Art. no. 507784 SKM 500 G4-Bw 626 –... -
Page 127: Sk 500 G4 Product Variants
Product variants SK 500 G4 product variants Made in Germany ► SK 500 G4-K+ 925 – 937.5 MHz Art. no. 507774 SK 500 G4-GBw 606 – 678 MHz Art. no. 507775 SK 500 G4-Gw 558 – 626 MHz Art. no. 507776 SK 500 G4-Bw 626 –... -
Page 128: Skp 500 G4 Product Variants
Product variants SKP 500 G4 product variants Made in Germany ► SKP 500 G4-K+ 925 – 937.5 MHz Art. no. 507814 SKP 500 G4-GBw 606 – 678 MHz Art. no. 507815 SKP 500 G4-Gw 558 – 626 MHz Art. no. 507816 SKP 500 G4-Bw 626 –... -
Page 129: Frequency Tables
Frequency tables Frequency tables You can find frequency tables for all available frequency ranges in the download section of the Sennheiser website uneer www.sennheiser.com/ download. Download area of the Sennheiser website Enter ew G4 into the search bar to show the frequency tables. -
Page 130: Specifications
Specifications Specifications You can find the cross-system and product-specific technical data in the sections below. -
Page 131: Ek 500 G4
EK 500 G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges Aw: 470 – 558 MHz AS: 520 – 558 MHz Gw1: 558 – 608 MHz Gw: 558 – 626 MHz GBw: 606 – 678 MHz Bw: 526 – 698 MHz Cw: 718 –... -
Page 132: Af Characteristics
AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX Signal-to-noise ratio Line: ≥ 110 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) Phones: approx. 90 dBA Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤ 0.9 % AF output voltage (at peak devia- 3.5 mm jack socket +17 dBu (mo-... -
Page 133: Skm 500 G4
SKM 500 G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges Aw+: 470 – 558 MHz AS: 520 – 558 MHz Gw1: 558 – 608 MHz Gw: 558 – 626 MHz GBw: 606 – 678 MHz Bw: 526 – 698 MHz Cw: 718 –... -
Page 134: Af Characteristics
AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX AF frequency response 80 – 18,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 115 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤ 0.9 % Setting range for input sensitivity 48 dB in 6 dB steps Overall device ►... -
Page 135: Sk 500 G4
SK 500 G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges Aw+: 470 – 558 MHz AS: 520 – 558 MHz Gw1: 558 – 608 MHz Gw: 558 – 626 MHz GBw: 606 – 678 MHz Bw: 526 – 698 MHz Cw: 718 –... -
Page 136: Af Characteristics
AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX AF frequency response Microphone: 80 – 18,000 Hz Line: 25 – 18,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 115 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤ 0.9 % Max. input voltage Microphone/line Input impedance 40 kΩ, unbalanced/1 MΩ... -
Page 137: Skp 500 G4
SKP 500 G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges Aw: 470 – 558 MHz AS: 520 – 558 MHz Gw1: 558 – 608 MHz Gw: 558 – 626 MHz GBw: 606 – 678 MHz Bw: 526 – 698 MHz Cw: 718 –... -
Page 138: Af Characteristics
AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX AF frequency response 80 – 18,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio (1 mV, peak ≥ 120 dBA deviation) Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤ 0.9 % Input voltage Input impedance Ω 68 k , unbalanced Input capacitance... - Page 139 Pin assignment Pin assignment 3.5 mm stereo jack plug ► • Plug for headphone and earphone cables, e.g. IE 4. • Connect to: • EK IEM G4 • EK 500 G4 3.5 mm mic jack plug ► • Plug for lavalier and headset microphone, e.g. ME 2. •...
- Page 140 Pin assignment 6.3 mm mono jack plug, unbalanced ► • Connect to: • EM 100 G4 Audio Out • EM 300-500 G4 Audio Out 6.3 mm stereo jack plug for headphone jack ► • Connect to: • EM 100 G4 headphone input •...
- Page 141 Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance Note the following information when cleaning and maintaining evolution wireless G4 series products. 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 142 Cleaning and maintenance ▷ Screw the sound inlet basket back onto the microphone module. From time to time, you should also clean the microphone module contacts: ▷ Wipe the contacts of the microphone module with a soft, dry cloth.
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