EM 100 Instruction manual
Contents Contents Important safety instructions .................................................................................................................. 2 The EM 100 G3 stationary receiver ......................................................................................................... 4 Areas of application ............................................................................................................................... 4 The frequency bank system ...........................
Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 2 • Read this instruction manual. • Keep this instruction manual. Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third parties. • Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual. • Only clean the product when it is not connected to the mains. Use a cloth for cleaning. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Important safety instructions Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cables as this may result in fire and electric shock. 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.
The EM 100 G3 stationary receiver The EM 100 G3 stationary receiver This receiver 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 studioquality sound.
The EM 100 G3 stationary receiver The devices are available in the same UHF frequency ranges and are equipped with the same frequency bank system with factory-preset frequencies. An advantage of the factory-preset frequencies is that • a transmission system is ready for immediate use after switch-on, • several transmission systems can be operated simultaneously on the preset frequencies without causing intermodulation interference.
The EM 100 G3 stationary receiver Each of the channels in the frequency banks “1” to “20” has been factorypreset to a fixed frequency (frequency preset). The factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free. These frequencies cannot be changed. 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 EM 100 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.
Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 EM 100 G3 stationary receiver 1 NT 2-3 or NT 2-1 mains unit with one country adapter 2 rod antennas 2 stacking elements 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 4 device feet 7
Product overview Product overview Overview of the EM 100 G3 receiver 쐋 A 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF 20.12 ew100 G3 533.
Product overview Overview of the displays 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 24. This standard display displays the operating states of the receiver. 40 25 10 RF 햴 PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF 20.12 ew100 G3 533.
Product overview Display Meaning Pilot tone “P” (see page 40) Activated pilot tone evaluation Muting function “MUTE” (see page 23) Audio signal is muted (see also page 47) Battery status of the transmitter Charge status: approx. 100% approx. 70% approx.
Putting the receiver into operation Putting the receiver into operation Preparing the receiver for use Recommendations for optimum reception To ensure optimum reception even under difficult conditions, we recommend connecting remote antennas and, if necessary, using antenna splitters (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 49). When rack-mounting the receiver, you can mount the supplied antennas to the front of the rack by using an antenna front mount kit.
Putting the receiver into operation To fasten the stacking elements : 왘 Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws (M4x8) on each side of the receiver (see left-hand diagram). 왘 Secure the stacking elements to the sides of the receiver using the previously removed recessed head screws (see right-hand diagram). Fitting the device feet If you want to stack receivers (see next section), only fit the device feet to the base of the lowermost receiver.
Putting the receiver into operation Connecting the The supplied rod antennas can be mounted quickly and easily and are rod antennas suitable for all applications where – good reception conditions provided – a wireless transmission system is to be used without a large amount of installation work. 왘 Connect the two rod antennas to the BNC sockets and at the rear of the receiver. EM 100 EIVER MHz Y REC DIVERSIT X: XXX - XXX TRUE RANGEFREQ.
Putting the receiver into operation CAUTION! Risks when rack mounting the receiver! When installing the device in a closed or multi-rack assembly, please consider that, during operation, the ambient temperature, the mechanical loading and the electrical potentials will be different from those of devices which are not mounted into a rack. 왘 Make sure that the ambient temperature within the rack does not exceed the permissible temperature limit specified in the specifications (see page 51).
Putting the receiver into operation 왘 Connect the antennas. You have the following options: – You can connect the supplied rod antennas to the rear of the receiver (see page 13). In this case, insert the two blanking plugs into the holes of the blanking plate. – You can use the AM 2 antenna front mount kit (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 49) and mount the rod antennas to the blanking plate .
Putting the receiver into operation To mount the receivers into a rack using the GA 3 rack adapter: 왘 Place the two receivers side by side upside-down onto a flat surface. 왘 Secure the jointing plate screws (M 3x6). to the receivers using six recessed head The rack mount “ears” are mounted instead of the stacking elements: 왘 Secure the rack mount “ears” to the receivers in the same way as described for the stacking elements (see page 11).
Putting the receiver into operation Connecting an amplifier/mixing console The receiver’s ¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket and XLR-3M socket are connected in parallel, allowing you to simultaneously connect two devices (e.g. amplifier, mixing console) to the receiver. 왘 Use a suitable cable to connect the amplifier/mixing console to the ¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket or the XLR-3M socket . For detailed information on balanced and unbalanced connection, please refer to the chapter “Connector assignment” on page 53.
Putting the receiver into operation Connecting the mains unit Only use the supplied NT 2-3 or NT 2-1 mains unit. It is designed for your receiver and ensures safe operation. To connect the mains unit: 왘 Connect the yellow connector of the mains unit to the yellow socket at the rear of the receiver. 왘 Pass the cable of the mains unit through the cable grip . 왘 Slide the supplied country adapter onto the mains unit . 왘 Plug the mains unit into a wall socket.
Using the receiver Using the receiver To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see next section). 2. Switch the transmitter on (see the instruction manual of the transmitter). The transmission link is established and the receiver’s RF level display “RF” reacts. It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 42.
Using the receiver To switch the receiver to standby mode: 왘 Keep the STANDBY button pressed until “OFF” appears on the display panel. The receiver switches to standby mode. When in the operating menu, pressing the STANDBY button will cancel your entry (ESC function) and return you to the current standard display. To completely switch the receiver off: 왘 Disconnect the receiver from the mains by unplugging the mains unit from the wall socket.
Using the receiver To transfer the parameters: 왘 Switch the transmitter and the receiver on. 왘 Press the button on the receiver. “Sync” appears on the display panel of the receiver. 왘 Place the infra-red interface of the transmitter (see the instruction manual of the transmitter) in front of the infra-red interface of the receiver. The parameters are transferred to the transmitter. When the transfer is completed, “ ” appears on the receiver’s display panel.
Using the receiver Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 37). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the receiver: 왘 Press the SET button. “Locked” appears on the display panel. SET 왘 Press the UP/DOWN button. “Unlock?” appears on the display panel. 왘 Press the SET button.
Using the receiver Muting the audio signal To mute the audio signal: 왘 When one of the standard displays is shown on the display panel, press the STANDBY button. “RX Mute On?” appears on the display panel. SET 왘 Press the SET button. The audio signal is muted. To unmute the audio signal: 왘 Press the STANDBY button. “RX Mute Off?” appears on the display panel. SET 왘 Press the SET button. The muting is canceled.
Using the receiver Selecting a standard display 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF 20.12 ew100 G3 533.875MHz P SET 왘 Press the UP/DOWN button to select the standard display: Contents of the display 40 25 10 RF 40 25 10 RF 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF 20.12 P PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF ew100 G3 533.875 MHz Soundcheck 533.
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.
Using the operating menu Overview of the operating menu Main menu “Menu” Squelch Easy Setup Frequency Preset Name AF Out Equalizer Auto Lock Advanced Exit Display “Easy Setup” Extended menu “Advanced Menu” Reset List Current List Scan New List Exit Tune Guitar Tuner Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit Function of the menu item Page Main menu “Menu” Squelch Adjusts the squelch threshold 33 Easy Setup Scans for unused frequency presets, releases and selects frequency presets 34
Using the operating menu Display Function of the menu item Page Extended menu “Advanced Menu” Tune Sets the transmission frequencies for the frequency bank “U” 38 Sets the channel and the receiving frequency for the frequency bank “U” 39 Guitar Tuner Selects the mode of the guitar tuner function 39 Pilot Tone Activates/deactivates the pilot tone evaluation 40 LCD Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the display panel 41 Reset Resets the settings made in the operating menu 41 Software Revisio
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 22). By way of example of the “Frequency Preset” menu item, this section describes how to use the operating menu. Changing from a standard display to the operating menu SET Menu 왘 Press the SET button. The current standard display is replaced by the main menu. The last selected menu item is displayed.
Using the operating menu Canceling an entry 왘 Press the STANDBY button to cancel an entry. The current standard display appears on the display panel. To subsequently return to the last edited menu item: SET Menu Squelch Easy Setup Setup Frequency Preset Name AF Out Equalizer Auto Lock Advanced Exit 왘 Press the SET button repeatedly until the last edited menu item appears. Exiting a menu item 왘 Change to the “Exit” menu item. SET 왘 Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level.
Adjustment tips and functions Adjustment tips and functions The operating menu allows you to make settings for your receiver and your transmitters. The “Guitar Tuner” and “Soundcheck” standard displays provide additional functions and can be called up by pressing the UP/DOWN button, without having to get into the operating menu. Standard displays with additional functions Tuning a guitar (SK transmitters only) 왘 Activate the “Guitar Tuner” standard display via the operating menu (see page 39).
Adjustment tips and functions PEAK Soundcheck 533.875 MHz 0 -10 -20 -30 AF 40 25 10 RF P “Soundcheck” standard display 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF 20.12 ew100 G3 533.875 MHz P Select any other standard display 왘 Position the transmitter in the area in which it is to be used and switch it on. 왘 Leave the transmitter switched on and go to your receiver. 왘 On the receiver, change to the “Soundcheck” standard display. 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF 20.12 ew100 G3 533.
Adjustment tips and functions Display Meaning RF Min Min. RF signal level: must be well above the squelch threshold level for one of the two antennas RF Max Max. RF signal level: both antennas should reach 40 dBμV AF Max Max. audio level What to do ... 왘 Check if the antennas and the antenna cables are correctly connected. 왘 Improve the position of the antennas. 왘 If necessary, use antenna boosters.
Adjustment tips and functions The main menu “Menu” Menu Squelch Easy Setup Frequency Preset Name AF Out Equalizer Auto Lock Advanced Exit Adjusting the squelch threshold SET 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Menu Squelch High Call up “Squelch” 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Squelch High Select the desired setting 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Squelch Middle Store the setting SET “Stored” Adjustment range: “Low”, “Middle”, “High”, can be switched off The squelch eliminates annoying n
Adjustment tips and functions Display 40 25 10 RF 40 25 10 RF 40 25 10 RF 40 25 10 RF Squelch is ... PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Menu Squelch Middle Menu Squelch Off ... switched on The dotted line displays the squelch threshold. ... switched off. The dotted line goes off and the audio level display “AF” shows full deflection (hissing noise). If you have accidentally switched off the squelch: 왘 Press the UP button to switch the squelch on.
Adjustment tips and functions To perform a frequency preset scan: SET SET 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Menu Easy Setup 40 25 10 RF Call up “Easy Setup” PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Easy Setup Scan New List 40 25 10 RF Call up “Scan New List” PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Easy Setup Bank 20 Free: 12 Scan New List 516...580 MHz .........
Adjustment tips and functions Menu Squelch Easy Setup Setup Frequency Preset Name AF Out Equalizer Auto Lock Advanced Exit Entering a name SET 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Menu Name Lichael Call up “Name” SET 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Name L ichael Enter a character and confirm 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Name Michael Enter a character; store the setting SET “Stored” Via the “Name” menu item, you can enter a freely selectable name (e.g.
Adjustment tips and functions To adjust a gain greater than +18 dB (gain reserve): 왘 Adjust a level of +18 dB. 왘 Turn the jog dial to the right and hold it in this position for 3 seconds. The next higher value (+21 dB) appears. The audio output level is increased. Using this gain reserve also increases the headphone output level.
Adjustment tips and functions Menu Squelch Easy Setup Setup Frequency Preset Name AF Out Equalizer Auto Lock Advanced Exit Advanced Menu The extended menu “Advanced Menu” To get into the extended menu “Advanced Menu”: 왘 From the main menu, select “Advanced”.
Adjustment tips and functions 왘 Press the UP/DOWN button until the “Tune” menu item appears. Selecting a channel and assigning this channel a receiving frequency SET 왘 Keep the SET button pressed until the channel selection appears. SET 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Advanced Menu Tune 544.200 MHz Call up “Tune” (special function) SET 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Tune 544.200 MHz B.Ch: U. 1 Select the channel 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Tune 544.200 MHz B.Ch: U.
Adjustment tips and functions Advanced Menu Activating/deactivating the pilot tone evaluation Tune Guitar Tuner Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit The pilot tone supports the receiver’s squelch function and protects against interference due to RF signals from other devices. The transmitter adds an inaudible signal, known as the pilot tone, to the transmitted signal. The receiver detects and evaluates the pilot tone. Receiver display 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF 20.
Adjustment tips and functions Advanced Menu Tune Guitar Tuner Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit Adjusting the contrast of the display panel SET 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF Advanced Menu LCD Contrast 40 25 10 RF 9 Call up “LCD Contrast” PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF LCD Contrast 9 Select the desired setting 40 25 10 RF PEAK 0 -10 -20 -30 AF LCD Contrast 15 Store the setting SET “Stored” You can adjust the contrast of the display panel in 16 steps.
Synchronizing transmitters with receivers Synchronizing transmitters with receivers When synchronizing a transmitter with a receiver, please observe the following: 왘 Only use a transmitter and a receiver from the same frequency range (see the type plate on the transmitter and the receiver). 왘 Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information sheet.
Synchronizing transmitters with receivers Synchronizing transmitters with receivers – multi-channel operation In order to ensure an intermodulation-free transmission, use the same frequency bank for all transmission links. 왘 Switch off all transmitters of your system that are to be automatically configured. Channels used by switched-on transmitters are displayed as “used”.
Synchronizing transmitters with receivers If you want to use the frequency bank “U”: 왘 Make sure to use receivers from the same frequency range (see page 5 and the type plates of the devices). 왘 Only use frequencies that are approved and legal in your country. 왘 On one of the receivers, select a channel within the frequency bank “U” (see page 39). 왘 Assign this channel one of the receiving frequencies (see page 39). 왘 Synchronize a transmitter with the receiver (see page 20).
Cleaning the receiver Cleaning the receiver CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the receiver! Liquids entering the housing of the receiver can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. 왘 Keep all liquids away from the receiver. 왘 Before cleaning, disconnect the receiver from the mains. 왘 Use a cloth to clean the receiver from time to time. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents.
Recommendations and tips Recommendations and tips ... for optimum reception • Transmission range depends to a large extent on location and can vary from about 10 m to about 150 m. There should be a “free line of sight” between transmitting and receiving antennas. • If, with the EM 100 G3 receiver, reception conditions are unfavourable, you should use two remote antennas which are connected via antenna cable.
If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution Receiver cannot be operated, “Locked” appears on the display panel Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode (see page 22). No operation indication No mains connection Check the connections of the mains unit. No RF signal Transmitter and receiver are not Set the transmitter and receiver on the same channel to the same channel. To do so, use the synchronization function (see page 20).
If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution No access to a certain channel During scanning, an RF signal has been detected on this channel and the channel has been locked Set the transmitter operating on this channel to a different channel and redo the frequency preset scan (see page 34). During scanning, a transmitter Switch the transmitter off and of your system operating on this redo the frequency preset scan channel has not been switched (see page 34).
Accessories and spare parts Accessories and spare parts The following accessories are available from your specialist dealer: Cat. No.
Accessories and spare parts Antennas 004645 A 1031 antenna, broadband, omni-directional 003658 A 2003 antenna, broadband, directional Antenna boosters for ASA 1 502567 AB 3-A: 516–558 MHz 502572 AB 3-G: 566–608 MHz 502568 AB 3-B: 626–668 MHz 502569 AB 3-C: 734–776 MHz 502570 AB 3-D: 780–822 MHz 502571 AB 3-E: 823–865 MHz Antenna cabels 002324 GZL 1019-A1 coaxial cable, type RG 58, BNC to BNC, 1 m 002325 GZL 1019-A5 coaxial cable, type RG 58, BNC to BNC, 5 m 002326 GZL 1019-A10 coaxial cable, type RG 58, BNC
Specifications Specifications RF characteristics Modulation wideband FM Frequency ranges 516–558, 566–608, 626–668, 734–776, 780–822, 823–865 MHz (A–E, G, see page 4) Receiving frequencies 1,680 receiving frequencies, tuneable in steps of 25 kHz 20 frequency banks, each with up to 12 factorypreset channels, intermodulation-free 1 frequency bank with up to 12 user programmable channels Switching bandwidth 42 MHz Nominal/peak deviation ±24 kHz/±48 kHz Receiver principle true diversity Sensitivity
Specifications S/N ratio (1 mV, peak deviation) ≥ 110 dBA THD ≤ 0.9% AF output voltage (at peak deviation, 1 kHz AF) ¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket (unbalanced): +12 dBu XLR socket (balanced): +18 dBu Adjustment range of audio output level 48 dB, adjustable in steps of 3 dB +6 dB gain reserve Overall device Temperature range –10°C to +55°C Power supply 12 V Current consumption 300 mA Dimensions approx. 190 mm x 212 mm x 43 mm Weight approx.
Specifications Mains unit* NT 2–1 NT 2–3 Input voltage 110 V~ or 230 V~, 50/60 Hz 100 to 240 V~, 50/60 Hz Power/Current consumption 9 VA max.
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 website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.
Manufacturer Declarations Statements regarding FCC and Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Index Index A Activating/deactivating lock mode (Auto Lock) 37 pilot tone evaluation 40 Adjusting audio output level (AF Out) 36 contrast (LCD Contrast) 41 squelch threshold (Squelch) 33 Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview 27 settings 38 AF Out (adjusting the audio output level) 36 Amplifier/Mixing console, connecting 17 Antennas, mounting 13 Audio signal, muting (Mute) 23 Auto Lock (activating/deactivating the lock mode) 37 B Buttons (function of the ~) 25 C Channel assigning a frequency 39 overview
Index Mounting antennas 13 receiver 11 Multi-channel operation 43 Mute (muting the audio signal) 23 Muting (audio signal) 23 Switching on/off (receiver) 19 Synchronizing (transmitter with receiver) 20, 42 T Name (entering a name) 36 Transmission link, setting up 42 Transmitter, synchronizing with receiver 20, 42 Troubleshooting 47 O U Operating menu, using 28 Unlock (deactivating the lock mode) 22 Using guitar Tuner 30 operating menu 28 receiver 19 N P Pilot tone evaluation, activating/deactivatin
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