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Sennheiser evolution wireless G3 EW 500-965 G3-A-X Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 SKM 500 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Important safety instructions ..........2 The SKM 500 G3 radio microphone family ......3 The frequency bank system ..........3 Areas of application ............4 Delivery includes ............... 5 Product overview ..............6 Overview of the SKM 500 G3 radio microphone ... 6 Overview of the displays ...........

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by Sennheiser or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

  • Page 4: The Skm 500 G3 Radio Microphone Family

    The SKM 500 G3 radio microphone family This radio microphone is part of the evolution wireless series generation 3 (ew G3). With this series, Sennheiser offers high-quality state-of-the-art RF transmission systems with a high level of operational reliability and ease of use.

  • Page 5: Areas Of Application

    The SKM 500 G3 radio microphone family The frequency banks “U1” to “U6” allow you to freely select and store frequencies. It might be that these frequencies intermodulation-free. Areas of application The radio microphone can be combined with the EM 500 G3 rack-mount receiver.

  • Page 6: Delivery Includes

    Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SKM 500 G3 radio microphone incl. microphone head 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V 1 microphone clamp 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 1 RF licensing information sheet 1 HHP 2 pouch...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product overview Product overview Overview of the SKM 500 G3 radio microphone ¶ ² ´ ¿ » · º ¸ µ ¾ º ¹ µ µ ³ Microphone head (interchangeable) · Name and pick-up pattern of the microphone head (not visible here, see page 4) »...

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the radio microphone displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustra- tions and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 15. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 542.625 ew500 G3 MUTE...

  • Page 9: Putting The Radio Microphone Into Operation

    Inserting the batteries/accupack For powering the radio microphone, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 30). Unscrew the lower part of the radio microphone from »...

  • Page 10: Charging The Accupack

    Putting the radio microphone into operation Close the battery compartment cover Push the battery compartment into the radio micro- phone’s body. Screw the lower part of the radio microphone back to the radio microphone’s body ». Charging the accupack To charge the radio microphone with the BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories and spare parts”...
  • Page 11 Putting the radio microphone into operation Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the microphone head ³. The contacts can become dirty or damaged if touched. ³ When unscrewing the microphone head during operation, the muting function is automatically acti- vated.

  • Page 12: Changing The Color-Coded Protection Ring

    Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the color-coded protection ring º The color-coded protection ring prevents the multi- function switch from accidental operation. º Protection rings in different colors are available as acces- sories (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 30). The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone.

  • Page 13: Using The Radio Microphone

    Using the radio microphone Using the radio microphone CAUTION! Reduced transmission range ¶ If you touch the antenna of the radio micro- phone, the transmission range will be consid- erably reduced! ¶ Only hold the radio microphone by its body. To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 14 Using the radio microphone You can switch the radio microphone on and deacti- vate the RF signal on switch-on. For more informa- tion, see next section. To switch the radio microphone off: If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see page 14). ¹...

  • Page 15: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    Using the radio microphone Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 22). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deac- tivate it In order to be able to operate the radio microphone: Press the multi-function switch.

  • Page 16: Selecting A Standard Display

    Using the radio microphone Selecting a standard display Move the multi-function switch to select a standard display. Contents of the display Selectable standard display “Frequency/Name” 542.625 ew500 G3 MUTE “Frequency bank/Channel/ B.Ch: 20.30 Frequency” 542.625 MUTE “Name/Frequency bank/ ew500 G3 Channel”...

  • Page 17: Using The Operating Menu

    Using the operating menu Using the operating menu A special feature of the Sennheiser ew G3 series is the consistent, intuitive menu structure of transmitters and receivers. As a result, adjustments to the settings can be made quickly – even in stressful situations, for example on stage or during a live show or presentation.

  • Page 18: Overview Of The Operating Menu

    Using the operating menu Overview of the operating menu Main menu “Menu” Extended menu Sensitivity “Advanced Menu” Frequency Preset Name Tune Auto Lock RF Power Advanced Pilot Tone Exit LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit Display Function of the menu item Main menu “Menu”...

  • Page 19: Working With The Operating Menu

    Using the operating menu Working with the operating menu If the lock mode is activated, you have to deactivate it In order to be able to work with the operating menu (see page 14). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu.
  • Page 20 Using the operating menu Exiting a menu item Change to the “Exit” menu item. Menu Exit Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level. To directly return to the current standard display: Press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF...

  • Page 21: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    Adjusting settings via the operating menu Adjusting settings via the operating menu Make use of the possibility to adjust settings via the operating menu of your receiver and to transfer these settings to the radio microphone. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the receiver.
  • Page 22 Adjusting settings via the operating menu The following figures are a guide to the best settings: Transmission situation Sensitivity setting −48 to −18 dB Loud music/vocals −18 to −12 dB Presentations −12 to 0 dB Interviews Selecting the frequency bank and the channel manually – “Frequency Preset”...

  • Page 23: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    Adjusting settings via the operating menu The name can be displayed on the standard displays “Frequency/Name” and “Name/Frequency bank/Channel”. The name can consist of up to 8 characters such as: • letters (without pronounciation marks), • numbers from 0 to 9, •...
  • Page 24 Adjusting settings via the operating menu It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 26. Setting a transmission frequency for the current channel Move the multi-function switch until the “Tune” menu item appears. Press the multi-function switch. The frequency selection appears.
  • Page 25 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Adjusting the transmission power – “RF Power” Advanced Menu RF Power RF Power RF Power Standard Call up Select the desired Store the setting “RF Power” setting “Stored” Via the “RF Power” menu item, you can adjust the transmis- sion power in two steps.
  • Page 26 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Resetting the settings made in the operating menu – “Reset” Advanced Menu Reset Reset Select the desired Call up “Reset” setting; apply the setting “Stored” When resetting the settings made in the operating menu, only the selected settings for the pilot tone and for the frequency banks “U1”...

  • Page 27: Synchronizing The Radio Microphone With A Receiver

    Synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver Synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver When synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver, please observe the following: Only use a transmitter and a receiver from the same frequency range (see the type plate on the transmitter and the receiver).

  • Page 28: Cleaning The Radio Microphone

    Cleaning the radio microphone Cleaning the radio microphone CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the radio microphone! Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the radio micro- phone.

  • Page 29: Recommendations And Tips

    Recommendations and tips Recommendations and tips ... for optimum sound • Hold the radio microphone in the middle of the micro- phone body. Holding it close to the sound inlet basket will influence the radio microphone’s pick-up pattern. • You can vary the bass reproduction by increasing/ decreasing the talking distance.

  • Page 30: If A Problem Occurs

    If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser partner for assistance.

  • Page 31: Accessories And Spare Parts

    Accessories and spare parts Accessories and spare parts The following accessories are available from your specialist dealer: Cat. No. Product name and description 009950 BA 2015 accupack 009828 L 2015 charger 503162 LA 2 charging adapter 503168 CC 3 system case 004839 MZW 1 wind and pop shield 002155...

  • Page 32: Specifications

    10 mW (Low) switchable typ. 30 mW (Standard) Pilot tone squelch can be switched off AF characteristics Compander system Sennheiser AF frequency response 80–18,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 115 dBA (1 mV, peak deviation) ≤ 0.9 % Adjustment range of input...

  • Page 33: Polar Diagrams And Frequency Response Curves Of The Microphone Heads

    Specifications In compliance with Europe EN 301489-1/-9 Radio EN 300422-1/-2 Safety EN 60065 EN 62311 (SAR) Approved by Canada Industry Canada RSS 123 IC: 2099A-G3SKMEM limited to 806 MHz FCC-Part 74 FCC-ID: DMO G3SKMEM limited to 608 MHz Microphone heads MMD 935-1 MMD 945-1 MMK 965-1 Microphone dynamic...
  • Page 34 Specifications Polar diagram MMK 965-1 Polar diagram MMK 965-1 (cardioid) (super-cardioid) Frequency response curve MMD 935-1 1.000 10.000 Frequency response curve MMD 945-1 1.000 10.000 Frequency response curve MMK 965-1 (cardioid) 1 0 0 2 0 0 5 0 0 1 0 k 2 0 k 0°...

  • Page 35: Manufacturer Declarations

    Index Index Accupack charging 9 inserting 8 Activating/deactivating lock mode (Auto Lock) 22 pilot tone 24 Adjusting contrast (LCD Contrast) 24 input sensitivity (Sensitivity) 20 transmission power 24 Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview 17 settings 22 AF (audio level) 7 Auto Lock (activating/deactivating the lock mode) 22 Batteries, inserting 8 Buttons (function of the ~) 16...
  • Page 36 Index Lock mode activating/deactivating (Auto Lock) 22 deactivating temporarily 14 Locked (lock mode activated) 14 Menu (main menu) overview 17 settings 20 Microphone heads changing 9 changing the color-coded protection ring 11 overview 4 pick-up patterns 4 polar diagrams/frequency response curves 32 suitable ~ 4 Modulation (input sensitivity/adjusting the sensitivity) 20...
  • Page 37 Publ. 12/16 529673/A02...

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