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  • Page 1 SK 500 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Specifications................33 Connector assignment ............. 34 Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphones............35 Manufacturer Declarations............ 36 Index................... 38 An animated instruction manual can be viewed on the SK 500 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    • Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual. • Use only a cloth for cleaning the product. • Do not place the product near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

  • Page 4: The Sk 500 G3 Bodypack Transmitter

    Channel 2 – freely selectable frequency Frequency bank U1 ... U6 Channel 32 – freely selectable frequency Each of the channels in the frequency banks “1” to “20” has been factory-preset to a fixed frequency (frequency preset). The factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free.

  • Page 5: Areas Of Application

    The SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter For an overview of the frequency presets, please refer to the supplied frequency information sheet. Updated versions of the frequency information sheet can be downloaded from the SK 500 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.

  • Page 6: Delivery Includes

    Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 1 RF licensing information sheet 1 BPP 1 bodypack pouch...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product overview Product overview Overview of the SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter » Microphone/instrument input (MIC/LINE), 3.5 mm jack socket, lockable MUTE switch Antenna Operation and battery status indicator, red LED (lit = ON/flashing = BATTERY) Audio overmodulation indicator, yellow LED...

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Displays

    Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustra- tions and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 16. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.

  • Page 9: Putting The Bodypack Transmitter Into Operation

    Inserting the batteries/accupack For powering the bodypack transmitter, 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 32). Open the battery compartment by pushing the two...

  • Page 10: Attaching And Positioning The Microphones

    Use the microphone clip to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel). Attach the ME 2 microphone as close as possible to the sound source. The ME 2 clip-on microphone has an omni-directional pick-up pattern. It is therefore not necessary to position it precisely.
  • Page 11 (e.g. tie, lapel). The ME 4 clip-on microphone has a cardioid pick-up pattern. Position the ME 4 so that its sound inlet is directed towards the sound source (e.g. mouth). MKE 2 Use the microphone clip to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g.

  • Page 12: Attaching The Bodypack Transmitter To Clothing

    You can use the belt clip to attach the bodypack trans- mitter to clothing (e.g. belt, waistband). The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the bodypack transmitter with the antenna pointing down- wards. To do so, withdraw the belt clip from its fixing points and attach it the other way round.

  • Page 13: Using The Bodypack Transmitter

    Using the bodypack transmitter Using the bodypack transmitter To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 2. Switch the bodypack transmitter on (see next section). The transmission link is established and the display backlighting of the receiver changes from red to orange.

  • Page 14: Deactivating The Lock Mode Temporarily

    You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 23). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the bodypack transmitter: Press the button.

  • Page 15: Muting The Audio Signal Or Deactivating The Rf Signal

    When you are in the operating menu The lock mode remains deactivated until you exit the operating menu. When one of the standard displays is shown The lock mode is automatically activated after 10 seconds. The lock mode icon flashes prior to the lock mode being activated again.
  • Page 16 MUTE. The bodypack transmitter reacts as indicated in the table. The current state of the muting function or the RF signal is displayed on the display panel of the bodypack transmitter. An additional display of the muting function appears on the receiver’s display panel when •...

  • Page 17: Selecting A Standard Display

    Using the bodypack transmitter You can also deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, refer to the chapter “Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off” on page 13. Using the ON/OFF button, you can also activate/ deactivate the RF signal during operation.

  • Page 18: 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 19: Overview Of The Operating Menu

    (see page 27) Reset Resets the settings made in the operating menu (see page 27) Software Revi- Displays the current software revision sion (see page 27) Exit Exits the extended menu “Advanced Menu” and returns to the main menu...

  • Page 20: Working With 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 13). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu.
  • Page 21 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.

  • Page 22: Adjusting Settings Via The Operating Menu

    Store the setting “Sensitivity” setting “Stored” Adjustment range: 0 to –60 dB, adjustable in steps of 3 dB The audio level display “AF” always indicates the audio level, even if the bodypack transmitter is muted, e.g. allowing you to check the adjusted sensitivity before live operation.
  • Page 23 Adjusting settings via the operating menu The following figures are a guide to the best settings: Transmission situation Sensitivity setting −30 to −21 dB Loud music/vocals −21 to 0 dB Presentations Instrument input −30 to −24 dB Electric guitars with single coil pickups −45 to −30 dB...
  • Page 24 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, • special characters and spaces.

  • Page 25: The Extended Menu "Advanced Menu

    Upon delivery, the channels of the frequency banks “U1” to “U6” are not assigned a transmission frequency. When you are in the “Tune” menu item, the RF signal is deactivated. Via the “Tune” menu item, you can set a transmission...
  • Page 26 The frequency selection appears. Set the desired frequency. Press the button. Your settings are stored. You are back to the operating menu. Setting the mode for the MUTE switch – “Mute Mode” Advanced Menu Mute Mode Mute Mode Mute Mode AF On/Off...
  • Page 27 The pilot tone supports the receiver’s squelch function (Squelch) and protects against interference due to RF signals from other devices. Devices of the ew 500 G1 series (generation 1) do not support the pilot tone function. Therefore, please observe the following when combining a bodypack transmitter or...
  • Page 28 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Adjusting the contrast of the display panel – “LCD Contrast“ You can adjust the contrast of the display panel in 16 steps. Resetting the settings made in the operating menu – “Reset” Advanced Menu...

  • Page 29: Synchronizing The Bodypack Transmitter With A Receiver

    Make sure that you set the bodypack transmitter to the same frequency bank and the same channel as the receiver (see page 22). If you still cannot establish a transmission link, refer to the chapter “If a problem occurs ...” on page 31. Synchronizing bodypack transmitters with receivers –...

  • Page 30: Cleaning The Bodypack Transmitter

    Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the bodypack transmitter. Use a cloth to clean the bodypack transmitter from time to time. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents.

  • Page 31: Recommendations And Tips

    • Make sure that the antenna and the microphone cable do not cross. • The antenna should hang freely and be at least 1 cm away from the body. The antenna must not be in direct contact with the skin.

  • Page 32: 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. To find a Sennheiser partner in your country, search at...

  • Page 33: 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 503168 CC 3 system case 009825 BPP 1 bodypack pouch...

  • Page 34: Specifications

    626–668, 734–776, 780–822, 823–865 MHz (A–E, G, see page 3) Transmission frequencies 1,680 frequencies, tune- able in steps of 25 kHz 20 frequency banks, each with up to 32 factory- preset channels 6 frequency banks, each with up to 32 user...

  • Page 35: Connector Assignment

    Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa 1.6 mV/Pa 40 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern omni cardioid cardioid Max. SPL 130 dB SPL 150 dB SPL 120 dB SPL MKE 2 HSP 2 HSP 4 Microphone type condenser condenser condenser Sensitivity 5 mV/Pa 2 mV/Pa...

  • Page 36: Polar Diagrams And Frequency Response Curves Of The Microphones

    Specifications Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphones Polar diagram ME 3 Polar diagram ME 4 0° 0° 30° 30° 30° 30° 60° 60° 60° 60° 90° 90° 90° 90° 120 ° 120° 120° 120° 125 Hz 150°...

  • Page 37: Manufacturer Declarations

    This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason- able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 38 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

  • Page 39: Index

    Connecting (microphone/instrument cable) 8 Deactivating lock mode temporarily 13 Displays adjusting the contrast (LCD Contrast) 27 charge status 7 overview 7 standard displays 16 Emulating guitar cables (Cable emulation) 26 Factory default settings (resetting the settings in the operating menu) 27...
  • Page 40 Offline operation (RF signal deactivated) 13 Online operation (RF signal activated) 12 Pilot tone activating/deactivating 26 transmission 26 Reset (resetting the settings in the operating menu) 27 RF Power (adjusting the transmission power) 25 RF signal activating (online operation) 12 deactivating (during operation) 16...
  • Page 41 Index Software Revision (displaying the software revision) 27 Switching on/off bodypack transmitter 12 Synchronizing (bodypack transmitter/receiver) 28 Transmission frequency selecting (Frequency Preset) 22 setting (Tune) 24 Transmission power, optimizing 30 Troubleshooting 31 Tune (setting a transmission frequency) 24 Unlock (deactivating the lock mode) 13...
  • Page 42 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Printed in Germany Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 01/09 www.sennheiser.com 529695/A01...

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