User's Manual

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Contents

Important safety instructions ........................................................................ 2

The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone family .................................................. 3

The frequency bank system ..................................................................... 3

Areas of application ................................................................................... 4

Delivery includes ................................................................................................ 5

Product overview ............................................................................................... 6

Overview of the SKM 300 radio microphone ........................................ 6

Overview of the displays ........................................................................... 7

Putting the radio microphone into operation ............................................ 8

Inserting the batteries/accupack ............................................................ 8

Charging the accupack .............................................................................. 9

Changing the microphone head ............................................................... 9

Changing the color-coded protection ring .......................................... 10

Using the radio microphone ......................................................................... 11

Switching the radio microphone on/off .............................................. 11

Deactivating the lock mode temporarily ............................................ 12

Muting the audio signal or

deactivating the RF signal ..................................................................... 12

Selecting a standard display ................................................................. 13

Using the operating menu ........................................................................... 14

The buttons .............................................................................................. 14

Overview of the operating menu ......................................................... 14

Working with the operating menu ...................................................... 15

Adjusting settings via the operating menu ............................................. 17

The main menu “Menu” ......................................................................... 17

The extended menu “Advanced Menu” .............................................. 19

Adjustment tips .............................................................................................. 22

Synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver ....................... 22

Cleaning the radio microphone ................................................................... 23

If a problem occurs ... ..................................................................................... 24

Specifications .................................................................................................. 25

Polar diagrams and frequency response curves

of the microphone heads ....................................................................... 26

Manufacturer Declarations ........................................................................... 28

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Summary of content (28 pages)

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Contents Contents Important safety instructions ........................................................................ 2 The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone family .................................................. 3 The frequency bank system ..................................................................... 3 Areas of application ................................................................................... 4 Delivery includes .........................................................................
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Important safety instructions Important safety instructions • Read this instruction manual. • Keep this instruction manual. Always include this instruction manual when passing the device on to third parties. • Heed all warnings and follow all instructions. • Clean the device only with a slightly damp cloth. • Do not place the device near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser.
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The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone family The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone family The SKM 300 G3 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. Transmitters and receivers permit wireless transmission with studio-quality sound.
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The SKM 300 G3 radio microphone family Areas of application The radio microphone family can be combined with the EM 300 G3 rackmount receiver. The EM 300 G3 rack-mount receiver is available in the same UHF frequency ranges and is equipped with the same frequency bank system with factory-preset frequencies.
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Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SKM 300 G3 radio microphone incl. microphone head 2 AA size batteries, 1.
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Product overview Product overview Overview of the SKM 300 radio microphone Microphone head (interchangeable) Name and pick-up pattern of the microphone head (not visible here, see page 4) MIC button Body of radio microphone Battery compartment (not visible from outside) Display panel, backlit in orange Infra-red interface Antenna Color-coded protection ring; available in different colors Operation and battery status indicator, red LED (lit = ON/flashing = LOW BAT) Charging cont
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Product overview Overview of the displays 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 13. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 543.
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Putting the radio microphone into operation 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. CAUTION! Danger of damage to the radio microphone! When unscrewing the radio microphone during operation while pressing the MIC button at the same time, the latter can be damaged. Do not press the MIC button while unscrewing the radio microphone.
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Putting the radio microphone into operation Charging the accupack To charge the radio microphone with the inserted BA 2015 accupack (optional accessory): Use the LA 2 charging adapter to insert the radio microphone into the L 2015 charger (both the charger and the charging adapter are available as optional accessories – information on accessories can be found on our web site at www.sennheiser.com).
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Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the color-coded protection ring The color-coded protection ring prevents the multi-function switch from accidental operation. Protection rings in different colors are available as accessories (information on accessories can be found on our web site at www.sennheiser.com). The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone. Remove the color-coded protection ring Put on a new protection ring 10 as shown. as shown.
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Using the radio microphone Using the radio microphone To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 2. Switch the radio microphone on (see below). The transmission link is established and the display backlighting of the receiver changes from red to orange. Switching the radio microphone on/off To switch the radio microphone on (online operation): ON/OFF Briefly press the ON/OFF button .
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Using the radio microphone To activate the RF signal: ON/OFF Briefly press the ON/OFF button . “RF Mute Off” appears on the display panel. Press the multi-function switch. The transmission icon is displayed again. Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 18).
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Using the radio microphone Exit the operating menu. Briefly press the MIC button or keep it pressed. The radio microphone reacts as indicated in the table. 543.200 MHz ew300 G3 AF P MUTE The current state of the muting function or the RF signal is displayed on the display panel of the radio microphone.
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Using the operating menu Using the operating menu The buttons Button Function of the button Press the ON/OFF button • Switches the radio microphone on and off ON/OFF • Cancels the entry and returns to the current standard display (ESC function) • Deactivates the RF signal (special function, see page 12) Press the multifunction switch • Changes from the current standard display to the operating menu • Calls up a menu item • Enters a submenu • Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu Mov
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Using the operating menu Display Function of the menu item Pilot Tone Activates/deactivates the pilot tone transmission (see page 20) LCD Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the display panel (see page 21) Reset Resets the radio microphone (see page 21) Software Revision Displays the current software revision (see page 21) Exit Exits the extended menu “Advanced Menu” and returns to the main menu Working with the operating menu If the lock mode is activated, you have to deactivate it In order to be
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Using the operating menu Canceling an entry ON/OFF Press the ON/OFF button to cancel the entry. The current standard display appears on the display panel. To return to the last edited menu item: Press the multi-function switch so many times until the last edited menu item appears. Exiting a menu item Change to the “Exit” menu item. Menu Exit Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level.
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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. The relevant information is marked with the sync icon. For more detailed information on the operating menu, visit the SKM 300 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu Selecting the frequency bank and the channel manually – “Frequency Preset” Menu Frequency Preset B.Ch: 5.14 Call up “Frequency Preset” Frequency Preset B.Ch: 5.14 MHz Frequency Preset B.Ch: 1.14 MHz Select the frequency bank and confirm Select the channel; store the setting “Stored” When you are in the “Frequency Preset” menu item, the RF signal is deactivated.
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu Move the multi-function switch to select the desired setting. For information on how to use the lock mode, refer to page 12. The extended menu “Advanced Menu” Setting transmission frequencies and frequency banks – “Tune” When you have selected one of the system banks and then select the “Tune” menu, the radio microphone automatically switches to channel 1 of the frequency bank “U1”. In this case, “U1.1” briefly appears on the display panel.
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu Setting the mode for the MIC button – “Mute Mode” Advanced Menu Mute Mode AF On/Off Mute Mode RF On/Off Mute Mode AF On/Off Call up “Mute Mode” Select the desired setting Store the setting “Stored” Mode Function “AF On/Off” If you press the MIC button, the audio signal is muted. “RF On/Off” If you press the MIC button, the radio signal is deactivated. “Push To Mute” The audio signal is muted as long as you press the MIC button.
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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. Loading the factory-preset default settings – “Reset” Advanced Menu Reset Call up “Reset” Reset Yes Select the desired setting; apply the setting “Stored” When resetting the radio microphone, only the selected settings for the pilot tone and for the frequency banks “U1” to “U6” remain unchanged.
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Adjustment tips Adjustment tips Synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver When synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver, please observe the following: Only use a radio microphone and a receiver from the same frequency range (see the type plate on the radio microphone and the receiver). Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information sheet.
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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 microphone. Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the radio microphone from time to time. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents.
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If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution Radio microphone cannot be operated, “Locked” appears on the display panel Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode (see page 12). No operation indication Batteries are flat or accupack is flat Replace the batteries or recharge the accupack (see page 9). No RF signal at the receiver Radio microphone and receiver are not on the same channel Synchronize the radio microphone with the receiver.
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Specifications Specifications RF characteristics Modulation wideband FM Frequency ranges 516–558, 566–608, 626–668, 734–776, 780–822, 823–865 MHz (A to E, G, see page 3) Transmission frequencies 1,680 frequencies, tuneable in steps of 25 kHz 20 frequency banks, each with up to 24 factory-preset channels 6 frequency banks with up to 24 user programmable channels Switching bandwidth 42 MHz Nominal/peak deviation ± 24 kHz/± 48 kHz Frequency stability d ± 15 ppm RF output power at 50 : typ.
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Specifications Approved by Canada Industry Canada RSS 210 IC: 2099A-G3SKMEM limited to 806 MHz USA FCC-Part 74 FCC-ID: DMO G3SKMEM limited to 698 MHz Microphone heads MMD 835-1 MMD 845-1 MME 865-1 Microphone type dynamic dynamic condenser Sensitivity 2.1 mV/Pa 1.6 mV/Pa 1.6 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern cardioid cardioid super-cardioid Max.
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Specifications Frequency response curve MMD 835-1 dBV -30 -40 -50 -60 -70 -80 50 100 200 500 1.000 1k 2k 5k 10.000 10k 20k Hz 2k 5k 10.000 10k 20k Hz 2k 5k 10.000 10k 20k Hz Frequency response curve MMD 845-1 dBV -30 -40 -50 -60 -70 -80 50 100 200 500 1.000 1k Frequency response curve MME 865-1 dBV -30 -40 -50 -60 -70 -80 50 100 0° 200 500 1.
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Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our web site at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.