SK 2000 Instruction manual
Contents Contents Important safety instructions .......................................................................... 2 The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter ................................................................ 3 Areas of application ........................................................................................ 3 The frequency bank system .......................................................................... 4 Delivery includes .....................................................
Important safety instructions Important safety instructions • 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. • 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.
The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter This bodypack transmitter is part of the 2000 series. 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.
The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter Overview of the microphones and instrument cables: Microphone/instrument cable Type Pick-up pattern MKE 1 clip-on microphone omni-directional ME 102 clip-on microphone cardioid ME 104 clip-on microphone cardioid condenser ME 105 clip-on microphone super-cardioid HSP 2 headmic omni-directional HSP 4 headmic cardioid CI 1-4 instrument cable – – The frequency bank system The bodypack transmitter is available in 5 UHF frequency ranges with up to 3,000 transmis
Delivery includes 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 SK 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
Product overview Product overview Overview of the SK 2000 bodypack transmitter 쐋 Microphone/instrument input (MIC/LINE), 3-pole special audio socket, lockable MUTE switch Antenna Operation and battery status indicator, red LED: lit = ON flashing = LOW BATT Audio overmodulation indicator, yellow LED: lit = AF PEAK 6 Charging contacts SET button 왖/왔 rocker button (UP/DOWN) Battery compartment Battery compartment cover (metal) Battery compartment catches Infra-red interfa
Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the “Frequency/ Name” standard display. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 15. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 543.
Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation 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” on page 33). 왘 Open the battery compartment by pushing the two catches direction of the arrows and open the cover in the . 왘 Insert the two batteries or the accupack as shown above.
Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Connecting the microphone cable/instrument cable The audio input is designed for the connection of both condenser microphones and instruments (e.g. guitars). DC powering of the condenser microphones is via the audio input MIC/LINE (3-pole special audio socket). 왘 Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the CI 1-4 instrument cable (see “Accessories” on page 33).
Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing You can use supplied bodypack pouch or the belt clip to attach the bodypack transmitter to clothing (e.g. belt, waistband). The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the transmitter with the antenna pointing downwards. To do so, withdraw the belt clip from its fixing points and attach it the other way round.
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. It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 28.
Using the bodypack transmitter 왘 Press the SET button. SET The transmission frequency is displayed but the bodypack transmitter does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon is not displayed. When the pilot tone function is activated on both bodypack transmitter and receiver, “RF Mute” appears on the receiver’s display panel. 543.
Using the bodypack transmitter 왘 Press the SET button. SET The lock mode is temporarily deactivated. – 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. 543.
Using the bodypack transmitter 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 • the pilot tone function is activated on both bodypack transmitter and receiver and, in addition, • this display has been activated via the “Warnings” menu item on the receiver (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 543.
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 11. Using the ON/OFF button, you can also activate/deactivate the RF signal during operation. To do so, briefly press the ON/ OFF button and proceed as described on page 12. Selecting a standard display 왘 Press the rocker button to select a standard display: Contents of the display Selectable standard display 543.
Using the operating menu Using the operating menu A special feature of the Sennheiser 2000 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 Display Function of the menu item Page Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Adjusts the sensitivity “AF” 20 Frequency Preset Sets the frequency bank and the channel 21 Name Enters a freely selectable name 22 Auto Lock Activates/deactivates the lock mode 23 Advanced Calls up the extended menu “Advanced Menu” 23 Exit Exits the operating menu and returns to the current standard display Extended menu “Advanced Menu” Tune Sets the transmission frequencies for the frequency
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 12). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu. Changing from a standard display to the operating menu SET 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 ON/OFF 왘 Press the ON/OFF button to cancel the entry. The current standard display appears on the display panel. To subsequently return to the last edited menu item: SET 왘 Press the SET button repeatedly until the last edited menu item appears. Exiting a menu item 왘 Change to the “Exit” menu item. Menu Exit SET 왘 Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level.
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 bodypack transmitter. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the receiver. The relevant information is marked with the icon.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Input sensitivity Effect/display is adjusted... ... too high Close talking distances, speakers with loud voices or loud music passages cause overmodulation in the transmission link. The yellow AF PEAK LED lights up. The audio level display “AF” shows full deflection for the duration of the overmodulation. ... correctly The audio level display “AF” shows full deflection only during the loudest passages. ... too low The transmission link is undermodulated.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Overview of the frequency banks and channels: Frequency bank Channels Type “1” to “20” up to 64 per frequency bank System bank, frequencies are factory-preset “U1” to “U6” up to 64 per frequency bank User bank, frequencies are freely selectable When setting up multi-channel systems, please observe the following: Only the factory-preset transmission frequencies within one frequency bank (“1” to “20”) are intermodulation-free.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Activating/deactivating the automatic lock mode – “Auto Lock” Menu Auto Lock Active Auto Lock Active Call up “Auto Lock” Select the desired setting Auto Lock Inactive Store the setting “Stored” The lock mode prevents that the bodypack transmitter is accidentally switched off or programed during operation. The lock mode icon on the current standard display indicates that the lock mode is activated. 왘 Press the rocker button to select the desired setting.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Setting a transmission frequency for the current channel SET 왘 Press the rocker button until the “Tune” menu item appears. 왘 Press the SET button. The frequency selection appears. Advanced Menu Tune Tu n e 543 .200 MHz B.Ch: U1.1 Tu n e 548.200 MHz B.Ch: U1.1 Call up “Tune” Select the MHz value and confirm Select the kHz value; store the setting “Stored” 왘 Set the desired frequency. SET 왘 Press the SET button. Your settings are stored.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Setting the mode for the MUTE switch – “Mute Mode” Advanced Menu Mute Mode Mute Mode AF On/Off Mute Mode RF On/Off Call up “Mute Mode” Select the desired setting Store the setting “Stored” Mode Function “AF On/Off” When the switch is in the MUTE position, no audio signal is transmitted. “RF On/Off” When the switch is in the MUTE position, the RF signal is deactivated. “Disabled” The muting function is deactivated.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Emulating guitar cables – “Cable Emulation” Advanced Menu Cable Emulation Medium Cable Emulation Call up “Cable Emulation” Select the desired setting Cable Emulation Medium High Store the setting “Stored” Via the “Cable Emulation” menu item, you can emulate 4 different guitar cable capacities.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Resetting the settings made in the operating menu – “Reset” Advanced Menu Reset Call up “Reset” Reset Yes Select the desired setting; apply the setting “Stored” When resetting the settings made in the operating menu, only the selected settings for the pilot tone and for the frequency banks “U1” to “U6” remain unchanged. For an overview of the factory-preset default settings, refer to the enclosed frequency information sheet.
Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a receiver Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a receiver When synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a receiver, please observe the following: 왘 Only use a transmitter and a receiver from the same frequency range (see the type plates on the transmitter and the receiver). 왘 Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information sheet.
Cleaning the bodypack transmitter Synchronizing bodypack transmitters with receivers – multi-channel operation Combined with 2000 series receivers, SK 2000 bodypack transmitters can form transmission links that can be used in multi-channel systems. For information on automatic synchronization of bodypack transmitters with receivers (multi-channel operation), refer to the instruction manual of your receiver. For more information on multi-channel operation, visit the SK 2000 product page at www.sennheiser.
Recommendations and tips Recommendations and tips .. for the MKE 1, ME 102, ME 104 and ME 105 clip-on microphones • To reduce level variations to a minimum when the user turns his or her head away from the microphone, attach the microphone as centrally as possible. • To protect the microphone against excessive sweat/moisture, avoid direct skin contact. • Attach the microphone carefully and conduct the cable so that noise due to friction is avoided.
If a problem occurs ... ... for multi-channel operation • For multi-channel operation, you should only use the channels within one frequency bank. Each of the frequency banks “1” to “20” accommodates factory-preset frequencies which are intermodulation-free. • When using several transmitters simultaneously, interference can be avoided by maintaining a minimum distance of 20 cm between two transmitters. If a problem occurs ...
If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution RF signal available, no audio signal, “MUTE” appears on the display panel Bodypack transmitter is muted (MUTE) Cancel the muting (see page 13). Receiver’s squelch threshold is adjusted too high Reduce the squelch threshold setting on the receiver. Bodypack transActivate or deactivate the mitter doesn’t pilot tone transmission transmit a pilot tone (see page 26).
Accessories Accessories The following accessories are available from your specialist dealer: Cat. No. Product name and description 009950 BA 2015 accupack 009828 L 2015 charger 009826 CC 2 system case Adapters 009827 DC 2 power adapter (12 V DC) Cables 503163 CI 1-4 (3-pin special audio connector) Microphones 502167 MKE 1-4 clip-on microphone.
Specifications Specifications RF characteristics Modulation wideband FM Frequency ranges 516–558, 558–626, 626–698, 718–790, 790–865 MHz (Aw to Dw, Gw, see page 4) Transmission frequencies up to 3,000 frequencies, tuneable in steps of 25 kHz 20 frequency banks, each with up to 64 factory-preset channels 6 frequency banks, each with up to 64 user programmable channels Switching bandwidth up to 75 MHz Nominal/peak deviation ±24 kHz/±48 kHz Frequency stability ≤ ±15 ppm RF output power at 50 Ω sw
Specifications Overall device Temperature range – 10°C to + 55°C Power supply 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V or BA 2015 accupack Nominal voltage 2.4 V Power consumption: • at nominal voltage typ. 180 mA (30 mW) • with switched-off transmitter ≤ 25 μA Operating time typ. 8 hrs Dimensions approx. 82 mm x 64 mm x 24 mm Weight (incl. batteries) approx.
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.
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 Accessories 33 Accupack charging inserting 8 8 Charging accupack 8 battery status display Activating/deactivating lock mode (Auto Lock) pilot tone 26 23 Connecting (microphone/ instrument cable) 9 D Adjusting cable emulation 26 input sensitivity (Sensitivity) 20 transmission power 25 Deactivating (lock mode temporarily) 12 Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview 17 settings 23 AF (audio level) 7 Cleaning (bodypack transmitter) 29 7 AF PEAK (overmodulation) 7 Displays adjusting th
Index Instrument cable, connecting L 9 LCD Contrast (adjusting the contrast of the display panel) 26 Lock mode activating/deactivating (Auto Lock) 23 deactivating temporarily 12 Menu (main menu) overview 17 settings 20 Microphones connecting the microphone cable 9 overview 4 pick-up patterns 4 suitable ~ 4 Modulation (input sensitivity/ adjusting the sensitivity) 21 Mute (muting the audio signal) 13 13 Muting (audio signal) N 13 Name (entering a name) O Offline operation (RF signal deactivated) 11 O
Index Tune (setting the transmission frequencies and frequency banks) 23 U Unlock (deactivating the lock mode) 12 Using bodypack transmitter operating menu 16 40 11
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