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- Page 1 500 Series Instruction manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Important safety instructions ................................2 System ....................................... 2 Receiver ......................................2 Bodypack transmitter and radio microphone ..........................3 The ew 500 G3 evolution wireless series ............................4 The frequency bank system ................................4 Product overview ....................................5 Overview of the EM 500 receiver ..............................5 Overview of the displays of the EM 500 receiver ........................ -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
• Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual. • Only clean the devices when they are not connected to the mains. Use a cloth for cleaning. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. -
Page 4: Bodypack Transmitter And Radio Microphone
Important safety instructions • Danger due to high volumes This device is capable of producing sound pressure exceeding 85 dB(A). 85 dB(A) is the sound pressure corresponding to the maximum permissible volume which is by law (in some countries) allowed to affect your hearing for the duration of a working day. It is used as a basis according to the specifications of industrial medicine. -
Page 5: The Ew 500 G3 Evolution Wireless Series
The frequency bank system Please note: Frequency usage is different for each country. Your Sennheiser partner will have all the necessary details on the available legal frequencies for your area. The devices are available in 6 UHF frequency ranges with 1,680 frequencies per frequency... -
Page 6: Product Overview
Product overview Product overview Overview of the EM 500 receiver ³ · » ¿ ´ ² ¶ B.Ch: 20.24 PEAK ew500 G3 543.200 SKM500 + 12dB MUTE º ¾ µ ¸ ¹ Operating elements – front panel Operating elements – rear panel ³... -
Page 7: Overview Of The Displays Of The Em 500 Receiver
Product overview Overview of the displays of the EM 500 receiver After switch-on, the receiver displays the standard display “Receiver Parameters”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, please refer to page 25. This standard display displays the operating states of the receiver and provides the most important information on the received transmitter –... - Page 8 Product overview Display Meaning Transmitter battery Charge status: status approx. 100% approx. 70% approx. 30% Battery icon is flashing; charge status is critical When the battery charge status is critical, “LOW BATT” additionally appears on the display panel. Lock mode icon Lock mode is activated...
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Page 9: Overview Of The Sk 500 Bodypack Transmitter
Product overview Overview of the SK 500 bodypack transmitter » ³ · ¿ ² ´ ² ¹ ¶ º ¸ ¾ µ ¸ Operating elements ³ ¶ SET Microphone/instrument input (MIC/LINE), button 3.5 mm jack socket, lockable º rocker button (UP/DOWN) ·... -
Page 10: Overview Of The Displays Of The Sk 500 Bodypack Transmitter
Product overview Overview of the displays of the SK 500 bodypack transmitter After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 25. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 543.200 ew500 G3 MUTE... -
Page 11: Overview Of The Skm 500 Radio Microphone
Product overview Overview of the SKM 500 radio microphone ¶ ² ´ ¿ » · º ¸ µ ¾ º ¹ µ µ Operating elements ³ º Microphone head (interchangeable) Color-coded protection ring; available in different colors · Name and pick-up pattern of the micro- ¾... -
Page 12: Overview Of The Displays Of The Skm 500 Radio Microphone
Product overview Overview of the displays of the SKM 500 radio microphone After switch-on, the radio microphone displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 25. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 543.200 ew500 G3 MUTE... -
Page 13: Putting The Devices Into Operation
Putting the devices into operation Putting the devices into operation EM 500 receiver Setting up the receiver on a flat surface Place the receiver on a flat, horizontal surface. Please note that the device feet can leave stains on delicate surfaces. Fitting the device feet Clean the base of the receiver where you want to fix the device feet. - Page 14 Putting the devices into operation Connecting an amplifier/mixing console ¸ ¹ The receiver’s ¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket and the XLR-3M socket are connected in parallel. Use a suitable cable to connect the amplifier and/or the mixing console to the ¼” ¸...
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Page 15: Sk 500 Bodypack Transmitter
The audio input is designed for the connection of both condenser microphones and instru- ments (e.g. guitars). DC powering of the condenser microphones is via the audio input. Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the optional CI 1 instrument cable. - Page 16 Putting the devices into operation Attaching and positioning the MKE 2 microphone Use the microphone clip to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel). The MKE 2 clip-on microphone has an omni-directional pick-up pattern. It is therefore not necessary to position it precisely. Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing You can use the belt clip to attach the bodypack transmitter to clothing (e.g.
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Page 17: Skm 500 Radio Microphone
SKM 500 radio microphone 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. » Unscrew the lower part of the radio microphone from the radio microphone’s body »... -
Page 18: Using The Devices
Using the devices Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the micro- phone head. The contacts can become dirty or damaged if touched. When unscrewing the microphone head during operation, the muting function is automatically activated. -
Page 19: Switching The Devices On/Off
Using the devices If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver: Make sure that transmitter and receiver are set to the same frequency bank and to the same channel. If necessary, read the chapter “If a problem occurs ...” on page 30. It is vital to observe the following notes: Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information sheet. - Page 20 Using the devices SK 500 bodypack transmitter ¿ ¸ ¸ µ To switch the bodypack transmitter (online operation): ¸ and open the battery compartment cover µ. Push the two catches Briefly press the ON/OFF button ON/OFF The bodypack transmitter transmits an RF signal. The transmission icon displayed.
- Page 21 Using the devices Use this function to save battery power or to prepare a bodypack transmitter for use during live operation without causing interference to existing transmission links. activate signal: Briefly press the ON/OFF button “RF Mute Off” appears on the display panel. button ¶.
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Page 22: Synchronizing A Transmitter With The Receiver
Using the devices Press the multi-function switch ¸. The transmission frequency is displayed but the radio microphone does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon is not displayed. When the pilot tone function is activated on both radio microphone and receiver, “RF Mute”... -
Page 23: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily
Using the devices Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 26). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the devices: EM 500 Turn the jog dial. -
Page 24: Muting The Audio Signal Or Deactivating The Rf Signal
Using the devices Muting the audio signal or deactivating the RF signal EM 500 mute the audio signal: When one of the standard displays is shown on the display panel, press the STANDBY button. “RX Mute On?” appears on the display panel. Press the jog dial. - Page 25 Using the devices Audio signal is muted Transmitter’s display panel: “MUTE” is displayed Receiver’s display panel: “TX Mute” is displayed* only when activated on the receiver (see above) Audio signal is activated (muting is deactivated) Transmitter’s display panel: “MUTE” is not displayed Receiver’s display panel: “TX Mute”...
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Page 26: Selecting A Standard Display
Using the devices Selecting a standard display EM 500 Press the jog dial to select a standard display: Contents of the display Selectable standard display “Receiver Parameters” B.CH: 20.24 ew500 G3 PEAK appears after switch-on of the receiver and displays the 543.200 receiver parameters (see page 5). -
Page 27: Overview Of The Operating Menus
Overview of the operating menus Overview of the operating menus EM 500 Main menu “Menu” “Easy Setup” Squelch Easy Setup Frequency Preset Name Reset List AF Out Current List Equalizer “SKM Settings/ Scan New List SK Settings” AutoLock Exit Advanced Extended menu Exit Sensitivity... - Page 28 Overview of the operating menus Display Function of the menu item Easy Setup Scans for unused frequency presets, releases and selects frequency presets Frequency Preset Changes the frequency bank and the channel Name Enters a freely selectable name AF Out Adjusts the audio output level Adjustment range: –24 dB to +24 dB, adjustable in 3-dB steps, 6 dB gain reserve Special function “gain reserve”:...
- Page 29 Overview of the operating menus Display Function of the menu item TX-Mute • Transmitter is muted or • no pilot tone RX-Mute Receiver is muted Low Battery Charge status of the transmitter battery/the BA 2015 accupack is critical Exit Exits the submenu “Warnings” and returns to the extended menu “Advanced Menu”...
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Page 30: Cleaning The Devices
Cleaning the devices Cleaning the devices CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the devices! Liquids entering the housing of the devices can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the devices. EM 500 Before cleaning, disconnect the device from the mains. Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the receiver from time to time. - Page 31 Cleaning the devices If a problem occurs ... EM 500 Problem Possible cause Possible solution Receiver cannot be oper- Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode (see page 22). ated, “Locked” appears on the display panel No operation indication No mains connection Check the connections of the mains unit.
- Page 32 Cleaning the devices SK 500 and SKM 500 Problem Possible cause Possible solution Devices cannot be oper- Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode (see page 22). ated, “Locked” appears on the display panel No operation indication Batteries are flat or Replace the batteries or recharge the accupack accupack is flat (see page 16).
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Page 33: Specifications
Off, 5 to 25 dBμV in steps of 2 dB Pilot tone squelch can be switched off Antenna inputs 2 BNC sockets AF characteristics Compander system Sennheiser EQ presets (switchable, affect the line and monitor outputs): Preset 1: “Flat” Preset 2: “Low Cut”... - Page 34 Specifications In compliance with (EM) Europe: EN 301489-1/-9 Radio EN 300422-1/-2 Safety EN 60065 47 CFR 15 subpart B USA: Approved by Canada: Industry Canada RSS 210, IC: 2099A-G3SKMEM Mains unit Input voltage 100 to 240 V~, 50/60 Hz Power/current consumption max.
- Page 35 Specifications AF characteristics Compander system Sennheiser AF frequency response microphone: 80–18,000 Hz line: 25–18,000 Hz 80–18,000 Hz ≥ 110 dBA S/N ratio (1 mV, peak deviation) ≤ 0.9% Max. input voltage (SK) microphone/line Input impedance (SK) microphone/line 40 kΩ, unbalanced/1 MΩ...
- Page 36 Specifications Microphones (SK 500) MKE 2 Microphone type condenser Sensitivity 5 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern omni-directional Max. SPL 142 dB SPL Microphone heads (SKM 500) MMD 935-1 MMD 945-1 MMK 965-1 Radio microphone type dynamic dynamic Externally polarized dual diaphragm condenser microphone Sensitivity 2.5 mV/Pa...
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Page 37: Manufacturer Declarations
2 0 k Low Cut Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. In compliance with the following requirements • RoHS Directive (2002/95/EU) • WEEE Directive (2002/96/EU) Please dispose of these products at the end of their operational lifetime by taking them to your local collection point or recycling center for such equipment. - Page 38 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. These class B digital devices comply with the Canadian ICES-003. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Sennheiser elec- tronic Corp. may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
- Page 39 Printed in Germany Publ. 01/09 529662/A01...
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