WORKING WITH Comprehensive guide to setting up, configuring and using evolution wireless G3 systems
APPLICABLE FOR USE IN THE U.S. CONSUMER ALERT Most users do not need a license to operate a wireless microphone system. Nevertheless, operating a microphone system without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device.
Table of Contents Introduction........................................................................... 4 The Building Blocks of a Wireless System....................... 5 The Transmitter..................................................................... 6 The Receiver.......................................................................... 7 Antennas................................................................................ 8 Wireless Monitoring Systems............................................
Welcome to evolution wireless G3 Wireless microphone and monitoring systems have become standard equipment for musicians, broadcasters, theatre productions, television shows, and sound contractors alike. Sennheiser has been the industry leader in wireless systems for over 50 years, and is proud to bring its Emmy Awardwinning advances in RF (radio frequency) to evolution wireless G3.
The Building Blocks of a Wireless System Every wireless system consists of three main components: 1) Transmitter The transmitter accepts a (mic or line) input signal, converts it into an RF (radio frequency) signal, and then transmits it. G3 sKm Handheld Transmitter G3 sKp plug-On Transmitter G3 sK Bodypack Transmitter 2) Receiver The receiver picks up the transmitted RF signal, converts it back into an audio signal, and then outputs it for mixing and amplification.
The Transmitter The transmitter has a fairly straightforward job: take a microphone or line-level input signal, convert it into an RF signal, and transmit it. It sounds easy, but there are a number of variables involved in producing accurate and dependable transmissions. Professional events demand reliability and extensive operating range, regardless of conditions.
Sennheiser’s G3 portable transmitters can operate for up to 8 hours on a pair of AA batteries. Audio and RF transmission quality is never compromised as batteries run down, thanks to dedicated circuitry that maintains a constant internal system voltage. G3 transmitters also relay battery strength to their receivers, allowing sound engineers to remotely monitor battery life at a glance.
Antennas For basic wireless applications, the supplied antenna rods provide excellent results. For more complicated systems, remote antennas can further enhance reliability and reception. There are two common remote antennas used for multi-channel systems: 1) Omnidirectional antennas Omnidirectional antennas, such as the passive A1031-U, receive or radiate UHF signals in a circular, ‘donut’ shaped pattern.
Wireless Monitoring Systems Wireless monitor systems are quietly revolutionizing live sound. In-ear monitor receivers allow musicians to hear themselves and other instruments while performing, without the need for loud monitor wedges. Monitor systems not only reduce stage volume and the risk of feedback, they also provide freedom of movement and excellent hearing protection due to reduced listening levels.
Choosing a Wireless System Sennheiser’s evolution wireless G3 line is available in three performance grades – ew 100 G3, ew 300 G3, and ew 500 G3. All three lines are fully compatible, sharing identical RF technology with 1,680 tunable frequencies, 30 mW of output power and True Diversity reception on all rackmount receivers.
Selecting Systems and Components Sennheiser offers a wide range of evolution wireless G3 systems to cover almost any wireless application, from wireless instruments to personal monitoring to portable ENG systems.
Operation: Frequency Considerations The successful operation of an RF wireless system greatly depends on two things: 1) The frequencies used must avoid interference from competing signals, such as television broadcast. 2) The frequencies used must not interfere with each other. Selected frequencies need to be carefully calculated for sufficient spacing, and to avoid creating disruptive interference known as intermodulation. Geographic location plays a major role in the performance of your wireless system.
Putting Together a System Following are diagrams of several typical wireless microphone and wireless monitor systems. NOTE: For systems larger than 8 channels, we recommend using Sennheiser's 2000 Series wireless: www.sennheiserUSA.
Eight Channel Wireless System (4 Handheld Systems and 4 Lavalier Systems) Qty 4 4 1 Model Description ew 365 G3 Handheld Systems w/MME865-1 capsules ew 312 G3 Lavalier Systems w/ME2 capsules G3 Omni Kit 8 Active splitter kit for eight receiver system using omnidirectional remote paddle antennas, includes two (2) ASA1/NT, two (2) A1031-U, GA3, two (2) BB1 Note: Various Lengths of RF cable available for antenna run (sold separately) * AB3 boosters may be used to compensate for RF loss associated with l
Single Channel Wireless Monitor System (1 ew 300IEM G3 system, for a single stage mix) NOTE: additional EK300 receivers may be added as needed to monitor the same mix Qty 1 Model Description ew 300IEM G3 Wireless monitor system with rack mountable transmitter, GA3 rack mount kit, bodypack receiver and IE4 earbuds Four Channel Wireless Monitor System (4 ew300IEMG3 systems) Qty 4 1 Model Description ew 300IEM G3 Wireless monitor system with rack mountable transmitter, GA3 rack mount kit, bodypack rece
Antenna Distribution and Mounting Packages Sennheiser has put together several antennas distribution packages to address common wireless scenarios.
Frequently Asked Questions Why does my receiver emit a horrible loud static noise when I power off my transmitter? This simply means your wireless system is operating on a frequency that is already in use, most likely by a television station. When the transmitter is on, everything may work fine because the transmitter’s proximity overpowers the television signal. When the transmitter is powered off, the receiver still attempts to latch onto any signal it can find.
Frequently Asked Questions (Continued) What is cable emulation? Cable emulation allows a guitar player to add the effect of cable back into their instrument’s tone. Longer cables add increasing amounts of capacitance, which can “load” the instrument’s pickups. The result is a subtle but pleasing reduction of the instrument’s high frequencies. When guitarists move from traditional cables to a wireless system, the sudden lack of capacitance can sound too bright or “clean”.
Appendix: Frequency Preset Charts The following charts detail evolution wireless G3 ranges (A / G / B). Each range covers a 42 MHz with a total of 1,680 UHF frequencies. All evolution wireless G3 systems include 20 banks of frequency presets. All channels (frequency presets) within a bank are calculated to be intermodulation-free. Banks 1-20 are factory-preset and cannot be changed.
Frequency Range A US TV Channel ew500 ew300 ew100 Channel 1 Ch. 21 (512–518 MHz) Ch. 22 (518–524 MHz) Ch. 23 (524–530 MHz) Ch. 24 (530–536 MHz) Ch. 25 (536–542 MHz) Ch. 26 (542–548 MHz) Ch. 27 (548–554 MHz) Ch. 28 (554–560 MHz) Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4 Bank 5 Bank 6 Bank 7 Bank 8 Bank 9 Bank 10 518.200 524.250 530.100 536.350 542.900 548.850 554.100 518.125 516.000 516.000 2 518.700 524.800 530.800 537.700 543.600 549.800 554.550 518.500 516.875 516.400 3 519.
Frequency Range A Ch. 21 (512–518 MHz) Ch. 22 (518–524 MHz) Ch. 23 (524–530 MHz) Ch. 24 (530–536 MHz) Ch. 25 (536–542 MHz) Ch. 26 (542–548 MHz) Ch. 27 (548–554 MHz) Ch. 28 (554–560 MHz) Bank 11 Bank 12 Bank 13 Bank 14 Bank 15 Bank 16 Bank 17 Bank 18 Bank 19 Bank 20 1 516.100 516.200 516.000 516.150 516.275 516.375 516.100 516.000 518.100 517.500 2 516.500 516.600 516.400 516.550 516.675 516.775 516.975 516.400 518.475 517.
Frequency Range G US TV Channel 22 ew500 ew300 ew100 Channel 566–608 MHz Ch. 30 (566–572 MHz) Ch. 31 (572–578 MHz) Ch. 32 (578–584 MHz) Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Ch. 33 (584–590 MHz) Ch. 34 (590–596 MHz) Ch. 35 (596–602 MHz) Bank 4 Bank 5 Ch. 36 (602–608 MHz) Bank 6 Bank 7 Bank 8 Bank 9 Bank 10 1 566.450 572.400 578.400 584.400 590.700 596.400 602.250 566.000 566.000 566.100 2 566.950 573.100 579.300 584.900 591.550 596.800 602.800 566.875 566.400 566.500 3 567.900 574.
Frequency Range G Ch. 30 (566–572 MHz) Ch. 31 (572–578 MHz) Ch. 32 (578–584 MHz) Ch. 33 (584–590 MHz) Ch. 34 (590–596 MHz) Ch. 35 (596–602 MHz) Ch. 36 (602–608 MHz) Bank 11 Bank 12 Bank 13 Bank 14 Bank 15 Bank 16 Bank 17 Bank 18 Bank 19 Bank 20 1 566.200 566.000 566.125 566.275 566.375 566.150 607.850 566.100 568.100 567.500 ew500 Channel ew300 ew100 US TV Channel 566–608 MHz (continued) 2 566.600 566.400 566.525 566.675 566.775 566.525 607.475 566.975 568.475 567.
Frequency Range B US TV Channel 24 ew500 ew300 ew100 Channel 626–668 MHz Ch. 40 (626–632 MHz) Ch. 41 (632–638 MHz) Ch. 42 (638–644 MHz) Ch. 43 (644–650 MHz) Ch. 44 (650–656 MHz) Ch. 45 (656–662 MHz) Ch. 46 (662–668 MHz) Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4 Bank 5 Bank 6 Bank 7 Bank 8 Bank 9 Bank 10 1 626.300 632.350 638.450 644.550 650.200 656.350 662.750 632.925 626.000 626.000 2 626.750 632.800 639.050 645.450 650.750 656.800 663.150 635.425 626.875 626.400 3 627.
Frequency Range B US TV Channel ew500 ew300 ew100 Channel 626–668 MHz (continued) Ch. 40 (626–632 MHz) Ch. 41 (632–638 MHz) Ch. 42 (638–644 MHz) Bank 11 Bank 12 Bank 13 Ch. 43 (644–650 MHz) Ch. 44 (650–656 MHz) Ch. 45 (656–662 MHz) Bank 14 Bank 15 Ch. 46 (662–668 MHz) Bank 16 Bank 17 Bank 18 Bank 19 Bank 20 1 626.100 626.200 626.050 626.175 626.300 626.375 626.150 667.850 626.100 628.100 2 626.500 626.600 626.450 626.575 626.700 626.775 626.525 667.475 626.975 628.
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