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SpeechLine Digital Wireless: System Information SYSTEM INFORMATION SpeechLine Digital Wireless: System Information For more information about the individual products in the SpeechLine Digital Wireless series, see „The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series“. For information about the available accessories, see „Accessories“. For information about planning a complete SpeechLine Digital Wireless system, see „SpeechLine Digital Wireless: System planning“.
SpeechLine Digital Wireless: System Information ► SpeechLine Digital Wireless is the first digital wireless microphone system designed specifically for the spoken word. SpeechLine Digital Wireless is a future-proof solution that’s easy to set up, use and manage and that lets the presenter concentrate on their words, not on the technology.
Focus on the spoken word Focus on the spoken word ► The spoken word is and remains the most personal and powerful instrument of communication we know. It allows us to convince people, to impart knowledge and to voice opinions, thoughts and views as well as emotions. That is why it is so important that none of the content is lost when audio devices such as wireless microphones and the associated receivers are used.
Focus on the spoken word SpeechLine Digital Wireless – the professional solution for speakers, lecturers and presenters ► The best wireless microphones and receivers are those which the speaker does not need to think about because they are ready for immediate use, automatically establish the most reliable radio link and provide maximum transmission reliability in every application and all day long.
Focus on the spoken word Typical applications Excellent speech intelligibility, easy handling and convenient control are to the fore at all times, regardless of whether SpeechLine Digital Wireless is used in presentations, meetings or telephone conferences. Presentations ► In the case of a presentation held before a large audience, such as in an auditorium or a large conference room, it is essential that every word can be understood.
Focus on the spoken word Meetings ► Good speech intelligibility and easy handling of the microphone system are important requirements for professional meetings. The larger the conference or training room, the more helpful is an audio system which enhances speech intelligibility. In large conference rooms in particular, a speaker seated at one end is difficult to understand at the other end.
Focus on the spoken word Teleconferences ► In modern office life, teleconferences are becoming more and more important for the cooperation of international teams. As a telephone alone can only offer inadequate speech transmission for all participants in the room, the SpeechLine Digital Wireless system can easily be connected to an existing teleconference unit such as the Sennheiser TeamConnect system. This processes the audio signals and establishes the connection to the remote participants.
Focus on the spoken word What are the features of SpeechLine Digital Wireless? 8
Focus on the spoken word Automatic frequency management SpeechLine Digital Wireless finds free transmission frequencies reliably and fully automatically. Manual intervention is not necessary in the search for a free frequency. This means that your wireless microphone and the receiver are ready for use within an extremely short time: connect them, switch them on – and that’s all. The transmitter and the receiver are pre-paired at the factory and immediately work together.
Focus on the spoken word Future-proof, license-free audio transmission SpeechLine Digital Wireless operates in the future-proof 1.9 GHz frequency band. Transmission in this band is not affected by regulatory changes of the digital dividend or by the auctioning of frequencies. In addition, the frequencies in this band can be used without a license. With SpeechLine Digital Wireless, you don't have to fear changes to the frequency band used which could possibly mean having to buy new audio equipment.
Focus on the spoken word Easy control using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software Sennheiser Control Cockpit is the central software for easy handling, control and maintenance of the entire SpeechLine Digital Wireless system. The easy-to-use Sennheiser Control Cockpit software provides a global overview of all network enabled SpeechLine Digital Wireless devices at all times. It shows all status information at a glance and makes setting adjustments for one or multiple devices at the same time very easy.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series For information about the available accessories, see „Accessories“. The SL Rack Receiver DW receiver ► The 9.5" rack receiver (SL Rack Receiver DW) is the core of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless system. Thanks to the bi-directional communication between the rack receiver and the transmitter, all transmitter settings can be adjusted on the receiver.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series low mounting the antennae remotely from the receiver. The antenna cables are available as accessories.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW ► The SpeechLine Multi-Channel Receiver with its 2 or 4 channels is the perfect addition to the SpeechLine series. Thanks to its unobtrusive design, the Multi-Channel Receiver can be installed quickly and easily in any room, whether on the wall or ceiling. The device can be operated with a single network cable, thanks to PoE and Dante. Complex analog audio cabling is a thing of the past.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series via a media control system (e.g. AMX, Crestron). Due to the integrated antennas, a complex antenna installation is no longer necessary.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The handheld transmitter ► The handheld transmitter (SL Handheld DW) is ideal when several persons are speaking at the same time, such as in interviews or when queries come from the audience. You can replace the microphone capsule if necessary. The handheld transmitter is supplied with the high-quality MME 865-1 microphone capsule. The MME 865-1 has excellent presence and high feedback rejection and is specially designed for speech applications.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The bodypack transmitter ► The compact, robust bodypack transmitter (SL Bodypack DW) is compatible with all Sennheiser headset and clip-on microphones (e.g. SL Headmic 1 or MKE 1). Thanks to the bi-directional communication between the transmitter and the receiver, no settings need to be adjusted on the transmitter. The transmitter's LC display indicates the link name, the battery status and the reception quality.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The wireless SL Tablestand 133-S DW ► The wireless SL Tablestand 133-S DW is designed for your speech. It is compatible with all Sennheiser XLR-3 goose neck microphones, making it ideal for podium discussions, speeches and presentations. Because it is completely cable free, the SL Tablestand 133-S DW is extremely versatile and suited for a wide range of applications. The SL Tablestand 133-S DW can be charged either wirelessly or via USB.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The wireless SL Tablestand 153-S DW ► The wireless SL Tablestand 153-S DW is designed for your speech. It is equipped with an XLR-5 socket to provide a hardwired connection to the MEG 14-40-L-II B goose neck microphone. Because it is completely wireless, the SL Tablestand 153-DW is the perfect solution for ad hoc press conferences or panel discussions in any environment. The SL Tablestand 153-S DW can be charged either wirelessly or via USB.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The wireless SL Boundary 114-S DW ► The wireless SL Boundary 114-S DW boundary microphone is designed for your speech. Because it is completely cable free, the SL Boundary 114-S DW is extremely versatile and suited for a wide range of applications. The SL Boundary 114-S DW can be charged either wirelessly or via USB. The CHG 2W wireless charging base for two mobile devices is available separately.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The CHG 2 charger ► The CHG 2 charger allows you to simultaneously charge up to two transmitters of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless series. A bi-color LED at each charging slot provides information on the current charge status. The charger has universal charging slots for charging both handheld and bodypack transmitters.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The CHG 4N charger ► The CHG 4N is a network-compatible charger with four separate charging slots. These ports can be used for the SL Bodypack DW and the SL Handheld DW. The four LEDs on each charging slot indicate the current charging status. The versatile network interface is compatible with IPv4 and IPv6 for seamless integration. The Sennheiser Control Cockpit software can be used to monitor and remotely control the settings and status messages.
The Products of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless Series The CHG 2W charging base ► ► The CHG 2W is a wireless charging base that provides convenient wireless charging. The CHG 2W charging base is compatible with the SL Tablestand 133-S DW, the SL Tablestand 153-S DW and the SL Boundary 114-S DW.
Accessories Accessories Various accessory parts are available for the SpeechLine Digital Wireless series. The clip-on and headset microphones ► ► The MKE 1 clip-on microphone is attached to clothing by means of a microphone clip or with adhesive tape, the SL Headmic 1 headset microphone is a head-worn microphone with an adjustable frame that wraps around the neck. The unobtrusive design of the microphones lets the audience focus on the speaker.
Accessories The AWM 2 antenna wall mount ► With the AWM 2 antenna wall mount, the antennae can be remote mounted – optimally positioned and nearly invisible – from the receiver (e.g. when the receiver has to be installed invisibly or when the receiver position is not the best antenna position for optimum reception). The AWM 2 can be easily mounted on a microphone stand or permanently installed on a wall.
Accessories The AWM 4 antenna wall mount ► With the AWM 4 antenna wall mount, the antennae can be remote mounted – optimally positioned and nearly invisible – from the receivers (e.g. when the receivers have to be installed invisibly or when the receiver position is not the best antenna position for optimum reception). The AWM 4 can be easily mounted on a microphone stand or permanently installed on a wall.
Accessories The SL PASC 2 passive antenna splitter ► ► The SL PASC 2 is a passive two-way true diversity antenna splitter/combiner for the SpeechLine Digital Wireless microphone series. It is used to distribute the antenna signals from up to 2 SpeechLine Digital Wireless radio links. In combination with the AWM 2 or AWM 4 remote antennas, the number of required antenna cables is reduced to a minimum. The rack receivers are connected to the SL PASC 2 using the supplied SMA-R cables.
Accessories The SL PASC 4 passive antenna splitter ► ► The SL PASC 4 is a passive four-way true diversity antenna splitter/combiner for the SpeechLine Digital Wireless microphone series. It is used to distribute the antenna signals from up to 4 SpeechLine Digital Wireless radio links. In combination with the AWM 2 or AWM 4 remote antennas, the number of required antenna cables is reduced to a minimum. The rack receivers are connected to the SL PASC 4 using the supplied SMA-R cables.
Accessories Antenna cables • CL 5, R-SMA antenna cable for AWM 2, 5 m, article no. 505976 • CL 10, R-SMA antenna cable for AWM 2, 10 m, article no. 506263 • CL 20, R-SMA antenna cable for AWM 2, 20 m, article no. 506264 • CL 1 PP, R-SMA antenna cable for AWM 4, 1 m, article no. 507425 • CL 5 PP, R-SMA antenna cable for AWM 4, 5 m, article no. 507426 • CL 10 PP, R-SMA antenna cable for AWM 4, 10 m, article no. 507427 • CL 20 PP, R-SMA antenna cable for AWM 4, 20 m, article no.
SpeechLine Digital Wireless: System planning SYSTEM PLANNING SpeechLine Digital Wireless: System planning This section of the documentation contains information to help you with system planning: Planning Preparation: important information about countryspecific frequency variants, correct use of transmission power and recommendations for space usage. -> „Planning“ Using Antennas: important information that you need to take into account when installing and using antennas.
SpeechLine Digital Wireless: System planning ► When planning the installation of a wireless audio system, there are some aspects to be considered such as the number and size of the rooms to be equipped or the number of the wireless microphone links you plan to install. These aspects are crucial for any project regardless of size. In this part of the documentation, we would like to offer some advice on how to proceed when planning a SpeechLine Digital Wireless installation.
Planning Planning At the start of planning, the following aspects are to be considered. Country-Specific Variants Check which country variant of SpeechLine Digital Wireless is suitable for your location. The following eight country variants are available. The country variant to be used determines the maximum number of links per range which can be used in the 1.9 GHz frequency band.
Planning -4 EU Variant: ► Latin America Main countries and regions up to Power supply Frequency range 10 Wireless links per reception range -4 US Variant: ► USA Canada Main countries and regions up to Power supply Frequency range 10 Wireless links per reception range -5 US Variant: ► Japan up to Main countries and regions Power supply Frequency range 4 Wireless links per reception range -6 US Variant: ► Taiwan up to Main countries and regions Power supply Frequency range 12 Wireless
Planning Number and size of the rooms ▷ Determine the number of rooms needed for the installation. ▷ Determine how each individual room is to be equipped and used. ▷ Determine the audio equipment for each room, i.e. the desired number of SpeechLine Digital Wireless links. ▷ Check if there are other devices (e.g. DECT devices) using the 1.9 GHz frequency band. ▷ Double-check that the number of 1.9 GHz devices used onsite does not exceed the available spectrum (see „Shared use of the 1.
Planning Shared use of the 1.9 GHZ frequency band When SpeechLine Digital Wireless is used in combination with other devices using the 1.9 GHz frequency band (e.g. Sennheiser TeamConnect Wireless or DECT telephones), the maximum number of SpeechLine Digital Wireless links depends on the number of other devices used. The following charts indicate the possible combinations of systems depending on country-specific conditions (see also „Country-Specific Variants“).
Planning USA, Canada, Latin America, Brazil, Taiwan ► other DECT systems - within range of 100 m SpeechLine Digital Wireless Links per range (adjustable) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 1 2 3 4 5 seamless cooperation depending on spectrum used by other systems exceeds available spectrum Japan ► other DECT systems - within range of 100 m SpeechLine Digital Wireless Links per range (adjustable) 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 3 4 seamless cooperation depending on spectrum used by other systems exceeds available spectru
Planning Analysis of the environmental conditions When planning the installation of a SpeechLine Digital Wireless system, you should also carefully analyze the environmental conditions. Are there any other 1.9 GHz devices (e.g. DECT telephones or DECT access points) already installed? Observe the following aspects when planning an installation ▷ Identify the locations of DECT access points (e.g. for DECT telephone systems). Also observe the information provided under „Shared use of the 1.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Recommendations on antenna mounting There are different factors to consider when mounting antennas. This chapter provides instructions and recommendations that you should follow when mounting antennae. Antenna setup and planning for SpeechLine Digital Wireless When planning the installation of SpeechLine Digital Wireless devices for each room, observe the following guidelines. ▷ ▷ ▷ ▷ ▷ Mount all SpeechLine Digital Wireless receivers together in one rack.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Antenna mounting options There are different options for remote mounting the antennas. We recommend the following four options in the specified order.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Option 1: Connecting the AWM 2 or AWM 4 antenna wall mount directly to the receiver(s) You can connect one receiver directly to one AWM 2 antenna wall mount or you can connect two receivers directly to one AWM 4 antenna wall mount. ► AWM 2 CL 5 (5 m / 16.4 ft) CL 10 (10 m / 32.8 ft) CL 20 (20 m / 65.6 ft) AWM 4 CL 1 PP (1 m / 3.3 ft) CL 5 PP (5 m / 16.4 ft) CL 10 PP (10 m / 32.8 ft) CL 20 PP (20 m / 65.
Recommendations on antenna mounting • • • • tings (SL Rack Receiver DW: System Settings menu -> RF Power) for the respective cable lengths: Cable length of 5 m -> at least level 1 Cable length of 10 m -> selected level +1, at least level 2 Cable length of 20 m -> selected level +1, at least level 3 Cable length of 25 m and longer -> selected level +2, at least level 4 Remote antenna distances and line of sight If you are using multiple antenna wall mounts (AWM 2/AWM 4) in one room or if individual instal
Recommendations on antenna mounting ▷ When using multiple AWM 2/AWM 4 antenna wall mounts, make sure that the distances between all antennas are equal: ► ▷ If possible, position the antennas so that there is a direct line of sight (without obstacles) between the transmitters and the antennas.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Option 2: Combining multiple links to one AWM 2/AWM 4 With this variant, you can use passive antenna splitters (SL PASC 2 or SL PASC 4) together with the AWM 2 or AWM 4 to combine the antenna signals from multiple receivers. This reduces the number of antenna cables required to a minimum. Combining up to 2 links using the AWM 2 and the SL PASC 2 The following illustration shows an example of how to combine up to 2 links with one AWM 2 antenna wall mount.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Combining up to 4 links using the AWM 2 and the SL PASC 4 The following illustration shows an example of how to combine up to 4 links with one AWM 2 antenna wall mount. This reduces the number of antenna cables required from 8 to 2. ► AWM 2 Use the following Sennheiser cables for connecting the AWM 2 to the SL PASC 4: CL 5 (5 m / 16.4 ft) art. no. 505976 CL 10 (10 m / 32.8 ft) art. no.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Combining up to 8 links using the AWM 4 and two SL PASC 4 units The following illustration shows an example of how to combine up to 8 links with one AWM 4 antenna wall mount. This reduces the number of antenna cables required from 16 to 4. ► Use the following Sennheiser cables for connecting the AWM 4 to the SL PASC 4: AWM 4 CL 1 PP (1 m / 3.3 ft) art. no. 507425 CL 5 PP (5 m / 16.4 ft) art. no. 507426 CL 10 PP (10 m / 32.8 ft) art. no.
Recommendations on antenna mounting minating resistor (50 Ω) to minimize interfering signals and maximize transmission power. Signal loss due to extension cables and antenna splitters In this scenario, the use of extension cables and antenna splitters with a remotely mounted antenna may result in loss of transmission power, depending on the cable length. You can compensate this signal loss by configuring the transmission power of the receiver accordingly.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Option 3: Rack mounting - front If you wish to install the antennae together with the receivers in a rack, we recommend mounting the antennae on the front side of the rack using the GA 4 mounting kit. Always leave 1 U of space between receivers and antennae. ▷ Position the antennas at an angle of about 45°.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Option 4: Rack mounting - rear If you cannot mount the antennas at the front of the rack (option 3), you can also mount them at the rear of the receiver in the rack. When mounting, observe the following information. Position the antennas so that they point at a 180-degree angle away from the receiver. ▷ Run all cables close to the receivers to prevent the cables from interfering with the antenna reception. Use the cable grip.
Recommendations on antenna mounting Further important information on antenna usage Reflecting surfaces Electrically conducting surfaces (e.g. ceilings with metal constructions) can reflect the RF signal. ► The signal is reflected by the electrically conducting surface. At worst, the blue signal and the red reflected signal are out of phase when they reach the receiver so that the two signals cancel each other out.
Recommendations on antenna mounting tion any other transmitters in the blocking area. If you must position them there, switch them off.
Multi-room mode Multi-room mode SpeechLine Digital Wireless, by taking into account the installation size as well as country-specific regulations, allows to optimally use the 1.9 GHz frequency band. SpeechLine Digital Wireless offers two operating modes for different types of installation: the automatic mode with adaptive transmission power for single-room installations (Adaptive Power Mode) and the manual mode for multi-room installations, which is known as Multi-Room Mode.
Multi-room mode Single-room setup with SL Rack Receiver DW only ▷ Install all receivers in one rack (see „Installing receivers in a rack“). ▷ Connect all cables for the receivers (see „Connecting the receiver“). ▷ Mount all antennas as recommended and feasible (see „Recommendations on antenna mounting“). ▷ Ensure that all receivers are switched off. ▷ Switch on the first receiver. This receiver will become the Master. ▷ If necessary, pair a transmitter.
Multi-room mode te I / PoE / Ctrl RJ-45 sockets of all other SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW units (see „Connecting the receiver“). They will synchronize with the Master. When you are using multiple SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW units, it is possible to daisy-chain the network and audio signals by using the “Single-Cable Mode” (factory default setting, see „Connecting the receiver“). PoE will not be daisy-chained, so a PoE injector is required for any additional SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW.
Multi-room mode When you are using multiple SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW units, it is possible to daisy-chain the network and audio signals by using the “Single-Cable Mode” (factory default setting, see „Connecting the receiver“). PoE will not be daisy-chained, so a PoE injector is required for any additional SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW.
Multi-room mode ▷ Perform a walk test to ensure the best reception coverage (see „Performing a walk test (reception quality)“). ▷ If necessary adjust the RF power level and repeat the walktest for verification. ▷ Make sure to leave the Master receiver switched on for all following steps. ▷ Then, switch on all other receivers. They will synchronize with the Master. ▷ Set all other receivers to the same RF power level as the Master receiver. ▷ Power cycle the other receivers.
Multi-room mode ► Room 1 Room 2 ▷ Connect a LAN cable supplying PoE to the Dante I / PoE / Ctrl RJ-45 socket of the first SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW (see „Connecting the receiver“). This receiver will become the Master. ▷ Pair all transmitters. Set the RF power level of the receiver to the recommended RF power level according to the room size as indicated in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit. ▷ Perform a walk test to ensure the best reception coverage.
Multi-room mode Multi-Room Mode setup with both SL Rack Receiver DW and SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW When installing SpeechLine Digital Wireless in several rooms, it is crucial that you perform the following steps one after the other and room by room. When installing SpeechLine Digital Wireless devices in one room, all devices in all other rooms must be switched off.
Multi-room mode Set the RF power level of the receiver to the recommended RF power level according to the room size as indicated in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit. ▷ Perform a walk test to ensure the best reception coverage. ▷ If necessary adjust the RF power level and repeat the walktest for verification. ▷ ▷ Connect a LAN cable supplying PoE to the Dante I / PoE / Ctrl RJ-45 sockets of all other SL Multi-Channel Receiver DW units of the room (see „Connecting the receiver“).
SpeechLine Digital Wireless: Instruction manual INSTRUCTION MANUAL SpeechLine Digital Wireless: Instruction manual This manual provides detailed information about installation and usage of the individual products in the SpeechLine Digital Wireless series.
SpeechLine Digital Wireless: Instruction manual ► SL Boundary 114-S DW ► Pairing ► Walk Test ► SL Headmic 1 ► MKE 1 ► CHG 2 ► CHG 4N ► CHG 2W 60
SpeechLine Digital Wireless: Instruction manual ► AWM 2 ► AWM 4 ► SL PASC 2 ► SL PASC 4 61
SL Rack Receiver DW SL Rack Receiver DW The 9.5" rack receiver (SL Rack Receiver DW) is the core of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless system. Thanks to the bi-directional communication between the rack receiver and the transmitter, all transmitter settings can be adjusted on the receiver. The receiver's automatic frequency management eliminates the need for manual frequency setting and the automatic interference management guarantees maximum transmission reliability.
SL Rack Receiver DW Product overview and operating elements – front panel ► ► ► 1 PAIR button • Short-press to identify the paired transmitter. • Long-press to pair with a different transmitter. • See „Pairing“. 2 Display panel • See „Displays on the receiver’s display panel“. 3 Jog dial • Turn to navigate through the menu, to change settings or to change from the home screen to the secondary home screen. • Press to open the menu or to confirm the entry or selection.
SL Rack Receiver DW ► SHORT = ON The display panel first shows a logo and then the home screen appears. The status LED indicates the current status of the receiver. The radio link to the last paired transmitter is established automatically as soon as the transmitter is switched on. To switch the receiver off: ▷ Long-press the STANDBY button. ► LONG = OFF The display panel and the status LED go off. 6 Status LED lights up green: A radio link to the transmitter is established.
SL Rack Receiver DW flashes yellow: The firmware is being updated. lights up red: No radio link to a transmitter. In addition, the background of the display panel changes back and forth between light and dark and No Link appears on the display panel. flashes red: The accupack capacity of the received transmitter is only sufficient for max. 30 minutes of operation.
SL Rack Receiver DW Product overview and connections – rear panel ► ► 7 ANT I and ANT II antenna sockets (R-SMA) • Antenna inputs for connecting the supplied rod antennae • Alternatively, the antennae can be mounted using extension cables and the AWM 2 antenna wall mount or using the GA 4 mounting kit. • See „GA 4 mounting kit“ as well as „The AWM 2 antenna wall mount“ and „The AWM 4 antenna wall mount“. 8 Strain relief grip • For the cable of the power supply unit.
SL Rack Receiver DW 11AF OUT BAL socket (XLR-3) • Balanced audio output (XLR). • See „Connecting an amplifier or mixing console to the receiver“. 12LAN Ethernet socket • For connecting to a router or a switch in order to simultaneously control and monitor several devices in the network. • See „Connecting receivers in a network“.
SL Rack Receiver DW ► To connect the power supply unit: ▷ Pass the cable of the power supply unit through the strain relief grip as shown. ► ► ▷ Connect the hollow jack plug of the power supply unit to the DC IN socket of the receiver. ► ► ▷ Plug the power supply unit into the wall socket.
SL Rack Receiver DW Connecting an amplifier or mixing console to the receiver The unbalanced audio output (RCA) and the balanced audio output (XLR) at the rear of the receiver are connected in parallel, allowing you to simultaneously connect two devices (e.g. amplifier and mixing console) to the receiver. ► ► Use a suitable audio cable to connect the amplifier or the mixing console to the appropriate audio output of the receiver.
SL Rack Receiver DW Connecting receivers in a network To connect the receiver in a network: ▷ Connect a standard network cable (at least Cat 5) to the Ethernet socket LAN of your receiver. ► ► ▷ Connect the other end of the network cable to a router or a switch.
SL Rack Receiver DW Integrating the receiver into a network with DHCP The receiver obtains the IP address from the DHCP server. You can see this address in the Network Settings menu on the receiver (see „Using the operating menu of the receiver“). To add the receiver in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit: ▷ Use the Add Device function in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit and enter the IP address you saw in the settings menu.
SL Rack Receiver DW Cockpit and enter the IP address you saw in the settings menu. Or: Activate the mDNS function in the receiver’s Network Settings menu (factory setting: deactivated). ▷ Restart the receiver. Once restarted, the receiver is automatically detected in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit. ▷ mDNS = multicast Domain Name System: resolves host names to IP addresses within small networks that do not include a local name server. Used for automatic device discovery.
SL Rack Receiver DW Updating the firmware The firmware of the receiver is updated using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software. You can find more information about this procedure in the software help within the software itself or from the Sennheiser Documentation app or the download area of the Sennheiser website.
SL Rack Receiver DW Setting up the receiver This sections describes how to set up the receiver. You can also install the receiver in a fixed location, e.g. in a 19" rack. You can find more information about installing the receiver in a fixed location under: „Installing receivers in a rack“. Affixing the device feet Only affix the device feet if you are setting the receiver up in the stand-alone position instead of installing it in a 19" rack.
SL Rack Receiver DW Make sure that the angled ends of the mounting angles point forward. ► Connecting the rod antennae to the receiver To connect the supplied rod antennae to the receiver: ▷ Screw the two rod antennae into the receiver's two antenna sockets, ANT I and ANT II, as shown. ▷ Align the rod antennae vertically.
SL Rack Receiver DW Connecting the AWM 2 / AWM 4 remote antenna to the receiver Instead of the supplied rod antennae, you can also connect a remote antenna to the receiver. For more information, see „The AWM 2 antenna wall mount“ and „The AWM 4 antenna wall mount“. ▷ Pay attention to the notes about antenna installation under „Recommendations on antenna mounting“.
SL Rack Receiver DW Installing receivers in a rack This chapter describes how to install a single receiver or two receivers side by side in a rack. You can also set up the receiver without installing it in a fixed location. You can find more information about setting up the receiver under: „Setting up the receiver“. ATTENTION Danger due to high temperature, mechanical loading or electric leakage currents When rack mounted, a receiver can be damaged by excessive heat or mechanical stress.
SL Rack Receiver DW GA 4 mounting kit You need the GA 4 mounting kit to install the receiver in a rack. The GA 4 mounting kit is available separately as an accessory and is also supplied with the following sets: • SL Handheld-Set R • SL Headmic-Set R • SL Lavalier-Set R The GA 4 mounting kit consists of: ► Fastening the mounting angles (to install a receiver) To fasten the mounting angles: ▷ Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws on each side of the receiver.
SL Rack Receiver DW ► Installing the receiver in a rack To install the receiver in a rack: ▷ Use the two supplied recessed head screws to secure the blanking plate from the GA 4 mounting kit to the mounting angle of the receiver as shown. Make sure to use the correct side (the one with the round holes) of the blanking plate to secure it to the mounting angle. ► Only insert the two small covering caps into the antenna holes if you do not wish to install the rod antennae at the front of the rack.
SL Rack Receiver DW Mounting the rod antennae to the front of the rack To mount the rod antennae to the front of the rack: ▷ Connect the included antenna cables to the antenna sockets at the rear of the receiver. ▷ Pass the other ends of the antenna cables through the antenna holes in the blanking plate and screw them to the rod antennae as shown.
SL Rack Receiver DW Mounting the jointing plate and fastening the mounting angles (to install two receivers side by side) To fasten the mounting angles: ▷ Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws on the outward-facing sides of the receiver. ▷ Secure the mounting angles to the outward-facing sides of the receiver using the previously removed recessed head screws. To mount the jointing plate: ▷ Place the two receivers side by side upside-down onto a flat surface.
SL Rack Receiver DW Displays on the receiver’s display panel Home screen The home screen appears automatically after switch-on or when no button has been pressed on the receiver for a long period of time. If there is no radio link between the receiver and a transmitter, No Link appears on the display panel and the display brightness is automatically dimmed. ► 1 Selected sound profile • Displays the name of the selected sound profile. If no sound profile is selected, nothing is displayed here.
SL Rack Receiver DW 5 6-step display for the RF signal level • Displays the current level of the RF signal 6 RF output power of the transmitter, indicating master or follower • Displays the RF output power of the received transmitter. • Indicates whether the device is a master or a follower: The device is the master. The device is a follower. The device is a follower, but is not synchronized. The synchronization status is unknown. 7 Lock mode •The lock mode function is activated.
SL Rack Receiver DW Secondary home screen When you turn the jog dial to the left from the home screen, the secondary home screen appears.
SL Rack Receiver DW Using the operating menu of the receiver Using the buttons for navigation Press the STANDBY button •Short-press: Switches the receiver on • Long-press: Switches the receiver off esc SHORT Short-press the ESC button •Navigates to the next higher level in the menu • Exits the menu item without storing changes to the settings esc LONG Press the ESC button for 3 seconds •Returns to the home screen Press the jog dial •Changes from the home screen to the operating menu • Calls up the
SL Rack Receiver DW The menu structure of the receiver Version: Firmware Version 2.6.
SL Rack Receiver DW The Audio Settings menu The Audio Settings menu at menu level 1 allows you to adjust the following settings. Low Cut • On: The low cut filter is activated. Low-frequency noise is filtered out. • Off: The low cut filter is deactivated. Sound Profiles • Off: No sound profile is activated. • Female Speech: Recommended sound profile for female speakers. • Male Speech: Recommended sound profile for male speakers. • Media: Recommended sound profile for other audio devices.
SL Rack Receiver DW The System Settings menu The System Settings menu at menu level 1 allows you to adjust the following settings. Display Brightness • Level: Slider for adjusting the display brightness. Mute Mode • Active: The MUTE switch of the paired transmitter is activated and can be used. • Deactivated: The MUTE switch of the paired transmitter is deactivated and cannot be used.
SL Rack Receiver DW Walk Test • Starts the walk test. See „Performing a walk test (reception quality)“ Factory Reset • Yes: All settings are reset to the factory defaults. • No: The settings are retained. System Info • Displays the serial number and the current firmware version of the receiver. The Network Settings menu The Network Settings menu at menu level allows 1 you to adjust the following settings. Mode • Automatic: The IP address is automatically assigned using DHCP.
SL Rack Receiver DW IP • Input of the IP address in Fixed IP mode Subnet • Input of the subnet mask in Fixed IP mode Gateway • Input of the gateway in Fixed IP mode IPv6 • Displays the IPv6 address MAC • Displays the MAC address The Device Identification menu The Device Identification menu at menu level allows 1 you to adjust the following settings. Link Name • Input of the name of the radio link between the transmitter and the receiver. This name is also shown on the transmitter's display panel.
SL Rack Receiver DW Serial Number • Displays the serial number and the hardware version of the receiver. The Help menu TheHelpmenuatmenulevel1allowsyoutoadjustthefollowingsettings.
SL MCR DW SL MCR DW The SpeechLine Multi-Channel Receiver with its 2 or 4 channels is the perfect addition to the SpeechLine Digital Wireless series. Thanks to its unobtrusive design, the Multi-Channel Receiver can be installed quickly and easily in any room, whether on the wall or ceiling.
SL MCR DW Product overview and operating elements Front Back 5 1 4 2 3 1 Status LEDs • See „Meaning of the status LEDs“ 2 Analog Out 3-pin socket • Analog audio output (see „Connecting the receiver“) • Suitable for Phoenix Contact MCVW 1.5-3-ST-3.
SL MCR DW Directivity of the integrated antennas The receiver has eight integrated antennas. The directivity of the antennas is as follows.
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SL MCR DW Connecting the receiver The receiver can output analog and digital audio signals. The analog audio signal is output via the 3-pin Analog Out terminal. Digital audio signals are output via the Dante interface with two RJ-45 sockets. This interface is also used for control and configuration via the network and for Power over Ethernet supply.
SL MCR DW Connecting to the network (power supply and configuration) The PoE/Ctrl RJ-45 socket (Dante I) is used to both power the receiver via Power over Ethernet and configure it using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software (see „Controlling and monitoring the receiver via the network“). ▷ Analo g Ou rl rl Eotr/ElC/tCt oE/C PPoP t Rese In your network you can either use a switch that provides PoE or a PoE injector.
SL MCR DW Outputting digital audio signals The Dante™ interface with two RJ-45 sockets, Dante I and Dante II, is used for outputting digital audio signals. The interface supports redundant output and daisy-chaining (see above for details). The digital audio output provides the signals from the individual channels (4 for the SL MCR 4 DW and 2 for the SL MCR 2 DW) as well as the sum signal of the channels.
SL MCR DW Outputting analog audio signals The sum signal of all receiver channels is output from the Analog Out output. You can configure in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit whether the sum signal is mixed automatically or manually (see „Controlling and monitoring the receiver via the network“). Analog Out ut ut log oOg O Ana Anal Analo g Ou t trl PoE/C t et se es ReR t Rese suitable for Phoenix Contact MCVW 1.5-3-ST-3.
SL MCR DW Mounting the receiver Safety instructions for installation Observe the following safety instructions when installing the product. The physical mounting and all electrical installations must be performed by a specialist. ▷ The specialist must have sufficient professional training, experience and knowledge of applicable provisions, regulations and standards to be able to properly assess the work assigned to them, identify possible hazards and take appropriate safety measures.
SL MCR DW ,.5 >1 nte cee lin m r r nte cee lin ter n cee n top li ll wa VE mo t un 10 SA 0 r nte cee lin Use the included drilling template to mark the drill holes for wall mounting. ▷ Maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 m from other walls and the ceiling. ▷ Screw the mounting frame to the wall using four suitable screws and anchors. ▷ ▷ Make sure that the mounting frame is aligned correctly. The top marking on the mounting frame must not point downwards.
SL MCR DW Insert the receiver into the mounting frame as shown until you hear it click into place.
SL MCR DW Mounting the receiver on the ceiling To mount the receiver on the ceiling, you will need the mounting frame supplied. Screws and anchors for mounting the product to the wall are not included with delivery. Use screws and anchors that are appropriate for the particular characteristics of your wall.
SL MCR DW ▷ Insert the receiver into the mounting frame as shown until you hear it click into place.
SL MCR DW Mounting the receiver on a stand The thread in the middle of the mounting frame is suitable for mounting on a standard microphone stand with boom arm and 3/8" thread. Screw the mounting frame onto the microphone stand as shown. ▷ Insert the receiver into the mounting frame as shown until you hear it click into place. ▷ CAUTION Danger from falling objects If you mount the receiver improperly on the stand, the stand and receiver may tip over. This can cause personal injury and damage to property.
SL MCR DW Mounting the receiver on a VESA mount The holes in the mounting frame are positioned 100 mm apart so that the mounting frame can be mounted on any VESA 100 mount. Screw the mounting frame onto the VESA mount as shown using four suitable screws. ▷ Insert the receiver into the mounting frame as shown until you hear it click into place. ▷ Follow the installation and safety instructions from the manufacturer of the VESA mount.
SL MCR DW Putting the receiver into operation Observe the following information during startup. Connecting/disconnecting the receiver to/from the power supply system The receiver is powered using Power over Ethernet. As soon as the power supply is established, the receiver switches on automatically. There is no separate on/off switch. ▷ See „Connecting to the network (power supply and configuration)“. When the receiver starts, all four LEDs light up green for about 20 seconds.
SL MCR DW The online help contains detailed information about the functions of the Sennheiser Control Cockpit and how to configure the SL MCR DW and the network. The online help can be found on the Sennheiser Control Cockpit product page and in the software itself. www.sennheiser.com/control-cockpit-software Using the media control protocol You can control the SL MCR DW via a media control system using the Sennheiser Sound Control Protocol.
SL MCR DW Meaning of the status LEDs The four LEDs display status information for the device as a whole or for one of the two or four microphone channels. Variant: SL MCR 2 DW (2 channels) Variant: SL MCR 4 DW (4 channels) no function Channel 4 no function Channel 3 Channel 2 Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 1 When the LEDs are displaying the status of the entire device and not the individual channels, all four LEDs (SL MCR 4 DW variant) or the first two LEDs (SL MCR 2 DW variant) will light up or flash.
SL MCR DW All LEDs are green After the power supply is switched on: The device is starting (approx. 20 seconds). Afterwards the status information is displayed. All four LEDs light up green during startup even with the two-channel variant SL MCR 2 DW. ▷ During operation: A radio link to the transmitters has been established for all channels. ▷ All LEDs are flashing green ▷ The Identify function for the entire device was initiated in the Control Cockpit.
SL MCR DW A channel's LED is yellow ▷ The received transmitter has been muted with the MUTE switch. A channel's LED is flashing yellow ▷ The received transmitter is performing a firmware update. See „Updating the firmware“. A channel's LED is red ▷ No radio link to a transmitter. A channel's LED is flashing red An error has occurred in this channel. Details are shown in the Control Cockpit. or ▷ An error occurred while updating the transmitter firmware. Details are shown in the Control Cockpit.
The SL Handheld DW The SL Handheld DW The handheld transmitter (SL Handheld DW) is ideal when several persons are speaking at the same time, such as in interviews or when queries come from the audience. You can replace the microphone capsule if necessary. The handheld transmitter is supplied with the high-quality MME 865-1 microphone capsule. The MME 865-1 has excellent presence and high feedback rejection and is specially designed for speech applications.
The SL Handheld DW Product overview ► 1 Unscrewable microphone head with microphone capsule The handheld transmitter is available with or without the MME 865-1 microphone capsule. The MME 865-1 has a pre-polarized condenser microphone capsule with super-cardioid pickup patterns. ► The microphone capsule can be unscrewed and replaced by one with a different pick-up pattern.
The SL Handheld DW 3 MUTE switch The handheld transmitter can be muted with the MUTE switch. This only mutes the audio signal. The radio link remains active and the transmitter remains operational. The MUTE switch can be deactivated in the System Settings menu of the receiver. With the MUTE switch deactivated, the handheld transmitter cannot be muted. To mute the handheld transmitter: ▷ Slide the MUTE switch to the position MUTE. Muted appears on the display panel of the receiver.
The SL Handheld DW 6 Antenna 7 BA 10 accupack • See „Removing/inserting the accupack“ 115
The SL Handheld DW Displays on the display panel of the SL Handheld DW ► 1 Name of the radio link • Can be entered in the Device Identification menu of the receiver (see „Using the operating menu of the receiver“). 2 7-step display of the accupack or battery capacity • Graphically displays the current charge status of the accupack or the batteries. • If you use the accupack, the remaining operating time is displayed in hours.
The SL Handheld DW ► To insert the accupack: ▷ Slide the accupack onto the handheld transmitter as shown. The accupack or the battery compartment locks into place with an audible click.
The SL Handheld DW Switching the handheld transmitter on and off After switch-on, the receivers and transmitters will take approx. 10 seconds to establish the radio links. To switch the handheld transmitter on: ▷ Short-press the ON/OFF button in the direction of the transmitter body. ► The home screen appears on the display panel (see „Displays on the display panel of the SL Handheld DW“).
The SL Handheld DW Meaning of the status LED on the handheld transmitter lights up green: • A radio link to the receiver is established. The accupack of the handheld transmitter is sufficiently charged. flashes green: • The PAIR button has been short-pressed. Paired devices are being identified. flashes alternately green and red: • The PAIR button has been long-pressed. The handheld transmitter establishes a radio link to a receiver whose PAIR button has also been long-pressed.
The SL Handheld DW Using the handheld transmitter If you touch the antenna of the handheld transmitter during transmission, the transmission range will be considerably reduced. If you cover the microphone capsule during transmission, this will change the pick-up pattern of the microphone and consequently the sound. ► Only hold the handheld transmitter by its body. ▷ Hold the handheld transmitter approx. 5 to 10 cm in front of your mouth.
The SL Handheld DW Updating the firmware The firmware of the receiver and the received transmitter is updated using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software. You can find more information about this procedure in the software help within the software itself or from the Sennheiser Documentation app or the download area of the Sennheiser website.
The SL Bodypack DW The SL Bodypack DW The compact, robust SL Bodypack DW bodypack transmitter is compatible with all Sennheiser headset and clip-on microphones (e.g. SL Headmic 1 or MKE 1). Thanks to the bi-directional communication between the transmitter and the receiver, no settings need to be adjusted on the transmitter. The transmitter's LC display indicates the link name, the battery status and the reception quality. With the easy-to-access mute switch, the transmitter can be muted if necessary.
The SL Bodypack DW Product overview ► 1 ON/OFF button • Short-press to switch the bodypack transmitter on • Long-press to switch the bodypack transmitter off 2 MIC/LINE jack socket (3.5 mm) • for connecting the clip-on or headset microphone 3 Status LED • See „Meaning of the status LED on the bodypack transmitter“ 4 MUTE switch The bodypack transmitter can be muted with the MUTE switch. This only mutes the audio signal. The radio link remains active and the transmitter remains operational.
The SL Bodypack DW To mute the bodypack transmitter: ▷ Slide the MUTE switch to the position MUTE. Muted appears on the display panel of the receiver. The status LED on both the bodypack transmitter and the receiver lights up yellow. ► To cancel the muting: ▷ Slide the MUTE switch to the position MIC.
The SL Bodypack DW 10Belt clip You can use the belt clip to attach the bodypack transmitter to clothing (e.g. belt, waistband). The bodypack transmitter should be attached so that the antenna is not covered, otherwise the transmission range will be reduced.
The SL Bodypack DW Displays on the display panel of the SL Bodypack DW ► ► 1 Name of the radio link • CanbeenteredintheDevice Identificationmenuofthereceiver. 2 7-step display of the accupack or battery capacity • Graphically displays the current charge status of the accupack or the batteries. • If you use the accupack, the remaining operating time is displayed in hours. 3 RF output power of the transmitter • Displays the RF output power of the handheld transmitter.
The SL Bodypack DW Starting up and using the bodypack transmitter Removing/inserting the accupack The accupack must be charged before the first use. The accupack can either be charged with the optional CHG 2 or CHG 4N chargers (see „The CHG 2 charger“ or „The CHG 4N charger“) or with the supplied USB cable. To remove the accupack: ▷ Simultaneously press the two unlock buttons and pull the accupack away from the bodypack transmitter.
The SL Bodypack DW ► Connecting the clip-on microphone or the headset microphone to the bodypack transmitter Only connect the clip-on microphone or the headset microphone recommended by Sennheiser. These microphones are optimized for the bodypack transmitter. ► Connect the jack plug of the clip-on microphone or headset microphone to the 3.5 mm jack socket (MIC/LINE) of the bodypack transmitter. ▷ Lock the jack plug by screwing down the coupling ring.
The SL Bodypack DW Switching the bodypack transmitter on and off After switch-on, the receivers and transmitters will take approx. 10 seconds to establish the radio links. To switch the handheld transmitter on: ▷ Short-press the ON/OFF button. ► The home screen appears on the display panel (see „Displays on the display panel of the SL Bodypack DW“). The status LED indicates the current status of the receiver (see „Meaning of the status LED on the bodypack transmitter“).
The SL Bodypack DW Meaning of the status LED on the bodypack transmitter lights up green: • A radio link to the receiver is established. The accupack of the bodypack transmitter is sufficiently charged. flashes green: • The PAIR button has been short-pressed. Paired devices are being identified. flashes alternately green and red: • The PAIR button has been long-pressed. The bodypack transmitter establishes a radio link to a receiver whose PAIR button has also been long-pressed.
The SL Bodypack DW Updating the firmware The firmware of the receiver and the received transmitter is updated using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software. You can find more information about this procedure in the software help within the software itself or from the Sennheiser Documentation app or the download area of the Sennheiser website.
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW The SL Tablestand 133-S DW The wireless SL Tablestand 133-S DW is designed for your speech. It is compatible with all Sennheiser XLR-3 goose neck microphones, making it ideal for podium discussions, speeches and presentations. Because it is completely cable free, the SL Tablestand 133-S DW is extremely versatile and suited for a wide range of applications. The SL Tablestand 133-S DW can be charged either wirelessly or via USB.
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW Product overview ► 1 XLR-3 socket for connecting a goose neck microphone 2 ON/OFF button with mute function 3 Charge level LEDs • See „Meaning of the charge level LEDs on the table stand“ 4 Button for displaying the charge level 5 Alignment LED • Lights up when the SL Tablestand 133-S DW is correctly positioned for charging on the CHG 2W charging base 6 BA 40 accupack • See „Removing/inserting the BA 40 accupack“ 7 USB cable 8 Micro-USB socket 9 Rechargeable battery compartment
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW Starting up and using the table stand Removing/inserting the BA 40 accupack The included BA 40 accupack is used to power the table stand. The accupack must be charged before the first use. The accupack can either be charged with the optional CHG 2W charging base (see „The CHG 2W charging base“) or with the supplied USB cable. To remove the accupack: ► ▷ Pull the unlock button away from the accupack and pull the accupack out of the compartment.
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW Charging the table stand via USB To charge the table stand via USB: ► Connect the USB cable’s Micro-USB plug to the Micro-USB socket of the accupack. ▷ Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB power supply unit. The charge level LEDs indicate the charge level.
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW Charging the table stand using the CHG 2W wireless charging base To charge the table stand using the CHG 2W charging base: ► ▷ Place the table stand on the CHG 2W charging base in the area marked. If the table stand is positioned correctly on the charging surface, the alignment LED lights up green. The LEDs on the CHG 2W charging base flash blue during charging. You can find more information about the CHG 2W wireless charging base under „The CHG 2W charging base“.
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW Charging the table stand with a wireless Qi charging base from a third-party manufacturer You can charge the SL Tablestand 133-S DW with any charging base that uses the wireless Qi charging standard. Place the table stand on the third-party Qi charging base. The alignment LED lights up green once the table stand is correctly positioned. You can find more information about third-party Qi charging bases in the documentation from the respective manufacturers.
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW Connecting the goose neck microphone We recommend using the MEG 14-40 goose neck microphone. This microphone is optimally suited for the table stand. To connect the goose neck microphone: ► ▷ Plug the goose neck microphone into the XLR-3 socket until it locks into place.
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW Switching the table stand on/off To switch the table stand on: ► ▷ Press the ON/OFF button for 1 second. The button lights up green when a goose neck microphone is connected. To switch the table stand off: ▷ Press the ON/OFF button for 3 seconds. Muting the table stand To mute the table stand: ► ▷ While the table stand is switched on and a goose neck microphone is connected, press the ON/OFF button for 1 second. The button lights up red.
The SL Tablestand 133-S DW and is only activated while the ON/OFF button is pressed. • In Push to mute mode, the audio signal is active by default and is only muted while the ON/OFF button is pressed. • You can set the mute mode in the menu of the SL Rack Receiver DW or using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit. Updating the firmware The firmware of the receiver and the received transmitter is updated using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software.
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW The SL Tablestand 153-S DW The wireless SL Tablestand 153-S DW is designed for your speech. It is equipped with an XLR-5 socket to provide a hardwired connection to the MEG 14-40-L-II B goose neck microphone. Because it is completely wireless, the SL Tablestand 153-DW is the perfect solution for ad hoc press conferences or panel discussions in any environment. The SL Tablestand 153-S DW can be charged either wirelessly or via USB.
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW Product overview ► 1 XLR-5 socket for connecting a goose neck microphone 2 ON/OFF button with mute function 3 Charge level LEDs • See „Meaning of the charge level LEDs on the table stand“ 4 Button for displaying the charge level 5 Alignment LED • Lights up when the SL Tablestand 153-S DW is correctly positioned for charging on the CHG 2W charging base 6 BA 40 accupack • See „Removing/inserting the BA 40 accupack“ 7 USB cable 8 Micro-USB socket 9 Rechargeable battery compartment
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW Starting up and using the table stand Removing/inserting the BA 40 accupack The included BA 40 accupack is used to power the table stand. The accupack must be charged before the first use. The accupack can either be charged with the optional CHG 2W charging base (see „The CHG 2W charging base“) or with the supplied USB cable. To remove the accupack: ► ▷ Pull the unlock button away from the accupack and pull the accupack out of the compartment.
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW Charging the table stand via USB To charge the table stand via USB: ► Connect the USB cable’s Micro-USB plug to the Micro-USB socket of the accupack. ▷ Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB power supply unit. The charge level LEDs indicate the charge level.
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW Charging the table stand using the CHG 2W wireless charging base To charge the table stand using the CHG 2W charging base: ► ▷ Place the table stand on the CHG 2W charging base in the area marked. If the table stand is positioned correctly on the charging surface, the alignment LED lights up green. The LEDs on the CHG 2W charging base flash blue during charging. You can find more information about the CHG 2W wireless charging base under „The CHG 2W charging base“.
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW Charging the table stand with a wireless Qi charging base from a third-party manufacturer You can charge the SL Tablestand 153-S DW with any charging base that uses the wireless Qi charging standard. Place the table stand on the third-party Qi charging base. The alignment LED lights up green once the table stand is correctly positioned. You can find more information about third-party Qi charging bases in the documentation from the respective manufacturers.
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW Connecting the goose neck microphone We recommend using the MEG 14-40-L-II goose neck microphone. This microphone is optimally suited for the table stand. To connect the goose neck microphone: ► ▷ Plug the goose neck microphone into the XLR-3 socket until it locks into place.
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW Switching the table stand on/off To switch the table stand on: ► ▷ Press the ON/OFF button for 1 second. The button lights up green when a goose neck microphone is connected. To switch the table stand off: ▷ Press the ON/OFF button for 3 seconds. Muting the table stand To mute the table stand: ► ▷ While the table stand is switched on and a goose neck microphone is connected, press the ON/OFF button for 1 second. The button lights up red when the audio signal is muted.
The SL Tablestand 153-S DW and is only activated while the ON/OFF button is pressed. • In Push to mute mode, the audio signal is active by default and is only muted while the ON/OFF button is pressed. • You can set the mute mode in the menu of the SL Rack Receiver DW or using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit. Updating the firmware The firmware of the receiver and the received transmitter is updated using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software.
The SL Boundary 114-S DW The SL Boundary 114-S DW The wireless SL Boundary 114-S DW boundary microphone is designed for your speech. Because it is completely cable free, the SL Boundary 114-S DW is extremely versatile and suited for a wide range of applications. The SL Boundary 114-S DW can be charged either wirelessly or via USB. The CHG 2W wireless charging base for two mobile devices is available separately. The SL Boundary 114-S DW is delivered with a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 10 hours.
The SL Boundary 114-S DW Product overview ► 1 ON/OFF button with mute function 2 Charge level LEDs • See „Meaning of the charge level LEDs on the boundary microphone“ 3 Button for displaying the charge level 4 Alignment LED • Lights up when the SL Boundary 114-S DW is correctly positioned for charging on the CHG 2W charging base 5 BA 40 accupack • See „Removing/inserting the BA 40 accupack“ 6 USB cable 7 Micro-USB socket 8 Rechargeable battery compartment for BA 40 accupack • See „Removing/inserting the B
The SL Boundary 114-S DW Starting up and using the boundary microphone Removing/inserting the BA 40 accupack The included BA 40 accupack is used to power the boundary microphone. The accupack must be charged before the first use. The accupack can either be charged with the optional CHG 2W charging base (see „The CHG 2W charging base“) or with the supplied USB cable. To remove the accupack: ► ▷ Pull the unlock button away from the accupack and pull the accupack out of the compartment.
The SL Boundary 114-S DW Charging the boundary microphone via USB To charge the boundary microphone via USB: ► Connect the USB cable’s Micro-USB plug to the Micro-USB socket of the boundary microphone. ▷ Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB power supply unit. The charge level LEDs indicate the charge level.
The SL Boundary 114-S DW Charging the boundary microphone using the CHG 2W wireless charging base To charge the boundary microphone using the CHG 2W charging base: ► ▷ Place the boundary microphone on the CHG 2W charging base in the area marked. If the boundary microphone is positioned correctly on the charging surface, the alignment LED lights up green. The LEDs on the CHG 2W charging base flash blue during charging.
The SL Boundary 114-S DW Charging the boundary microphone with a wireless Qi charging base from a third-party manufacturer You can charge the SL Boundary 114-S DW with any charging base that uses the wireless Qi charging standard. Place the boundary microphone on the third-party Qi charging base. The alignment LED lights up green once the table stand is correctly positioned. You can find more information about third-party Qi charging bases in the documentation from the respective manufacturers.
The SL Boundary 114-S DW Muting the boundary microphone To mute the boundary microphone: ► ▷ If the boundary microphone is on, press the ON/OFF button for 1 second. The button lights up red. • In Push to talk mode, the audio signal is muted by default and is only activated while the ON/OFF button is pressed. • In Push to mute mode, the audio signal is active by default and is only muted while the ON/OFF button is pressed.
Pairing Pairing The Pairing function enables you to identify devices that have already been paired or connect new devices.
Pairing Identifying paired devices You can perform a pairing identification to see which transmitter is paired with which receiver. With the SL Rack Receiver DW, you can perform pairing identification on the device or in the Control Cockpit. With the SL MCR DW, you can only perform the pairing identification in the Control Cockpit. The SL Rack Receiver DW Short-press the PAIR button of the receiver or of the transmitter.
Pairing SL MCR DW ▷ Press the Find button of the desired channel of the desired device from the device list in the Control Cockpit. ► • The message This is Name appears on the transmitter's display (only SL Handheld DW and SL Bodypack DW). • The status LEDs for the relevant channel will flash green for 10 seconds on the SL MCR DW and the paired transmitter. • The device's icon in the Control Cockpit flashes for 10 seconds.
Pairing Pairing a receiver with a transmitter To establish a new radio link between a receiver and a transmitter, proceed as follows: The SL Rack Receiver DW ▷ Long-press the PAIR button of the receiver until its status LED flashes alternately green and red. or ▷ Press the Pair button of the desired device from the device list in the Control Cockpit. ► First, Identify appears on the display panel of the receiver. The Pairing message then appears. Any existing radio link is now disconnected.
Pairing If no radio link was successfully established, Pairing failed appears on the display panel of both the receiver and the transmitter (only for SL Handheld DW and SL Bodypack DW) and the status LEDs on the transmitter and the receiver light up red. If you try to pair devices that are running incompatible firmware versions, a message appears on the display panel prompting you to update the firmware of the transmitter.
Pairing SL MCR DW ▷ Press the Pair button of the desired device from the device list in the Control Cockpit. ► First, Identify appears on the display panel of the receiver. The Pairing message then appears. Any existing radio link is now disconnected. You now have 90 seconds to establish a radio link with a new transmitter. ▷ Long-press the PAIR button of the corresponding transmitter until its status LED flashes alternately green and red.
Pairing If you do not update the firmware, the transmitter and the receiving channel will not be paired. We recommend updating the receiver firmware first and then the transmitter firmware. ▷ When updating the firmware, make sure that only the transmitter whose firmware is currently being updated is switched on. All other transmitters should be switched off.
Performing a walk test (reception quality) Performing a walk test (reception quality) The Walk Test menu item allows you to check the reception quality of your radio links within the operating environment. By performing a walk test, you can verify the range and coverage of the radio link.
Performing a walk test (reception quality) The display of the radio signal level is continuously updated. ▷ Click Stop to end the walk test. If the result of the walk test is not satisfying, you can take the following remedial measures: • If possible, position the receiver so that there is always a direct line of sight between the receiver and the paired transmitter. • If possible, remove obstacles between the transmitter and the receiver.
Performing a walk test (reception quality) ed. ▷ Click Stop to end the walk test. If the result of the walk test is not satisfying, you can take the following remedial measures: • If possible, position the receiver so that there is always a direct line of sight between the antennas (directly on the receiver or remotely mounted) and the paired transmitter. • If possible, remove obstacles between the transmitter and the antennas.
Performing a walk test (reception quality) Good reception quality is indicated by a tick. If the tick is missing, reception quality is sufficient. If reception quality is or was compromised at any position, this is indicated by a warning triangle. The warning triangle remains displayed on the display panel even if reception quality improves afterwards.
The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone The SL Headmic 1 is a high-quality omni-directional condenser headset microphone designed for professional “hands free” applications. Its adjustable neckband is visually unobtrusive and very comfortable to wear. The SL Headmic 1 is available in black and beige. The pick-up pattern is omni-directional.
The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone Changing the microphone position (left/right) You can wear the microphone on either the left or right side. ► The neckband has a total of five clips which are designed so that the microphone boom can be worn on either side of the mouth. ATTENTION Damage to the microphone boom The microphone boom can break or be impaired in its function when you bend or turn it.
The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone Modifying the microphone boom To remove the microphone boom: ▷ First remove the microphone boom from the two clips 1 and 2. ▷ Turn the microphone boom to remove it from the third clip 3. To reattach the microphone boom: ▷ First attach the end of the microphone boom where the microphone capsule is fitted to the clip 5 on the desired side of the neckband. ▷ Press the microphone boom into the two clips 3 and 4.
The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone Adjusting the microphone boom and the neckband For best possible comfort and optimum fit of the headset microphone, the neckband padding and the microphone boom have to be adjusted to properly fit your head. ATTENTION Damage to the microphone boom The microphone boom can break or be impaired in its function when you bend or turn it.
The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone Adjusting the neckband The neckband is adjustable in width and ensures an optimum fit. ▷ Change the length of the neckband by moving the ear hooks until a snug but comfortable fit is achieved.
The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone Using the frequency response caps The MZC 2 frequency response cap enables you to change the sensitivity of the microphone in the presence range. The MZC 2 gives a treble boost of 4 dB. Use this cap if the microphone cannot be positioned close to the mouth, if the sound is too muffled or if you want to increase the speech intelligibility. ▷ Slide the MZC 2 frequency response cap over the microphone capsule until you hear it click into place.
The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone Using the windshield The SL MZW 1 windshield reduces wind noise by 10 dB. ▷ Slide the SL MZW 1 windshield over the MZC 2 frequency response cap. ► Attaching the connection cable to clothing The MZQ 02 clip is available as an accessory. Press the connection cable into the cable gland on the MZQ 02 clip. ▷ Attach the cable clip to the rear of your collar. ▷ Run the connection cable under your clothing.
The SL Headmic 1 headset microphone Connecting the SL Headmic 1 to the SL Bodypack DW ► Connect the jack plug of the SL Headmic 1 to the 3.5 mm jack socket (MIC/LINE) of the bodypack transmitter. ▷ Lock the jack plug by screwing down the coupling ring. When the jack plug is not firmly locked, crackling noise can appear in the audio signal.
The MKE 1 clip-on microphone The MKE 1 clip-on microphone The MKE 1 is a high-quality, sub-miniature, sweat-resistant clip-on condenser microphone. It features excellent sound quality and rugged design. The frequency response curve has been optimized for stage, studio and reporting applications (ENG). The MKE 1 is fitted with a very thin (only 1 mm) yet extremely rugged cable, making this microphone an ideal partner for all live sound applications.
The MKE 1 clip-on microphone Treble boost Your microphone is supplied with two different frequency response caps. These caps allow you to adjust the treble response of the microphone. ► In addition, the large frequency response cap attenuates wind noise by approx. 15 dB and provides an extended protection against the ingress of moisture. ▷ Slip the cap of your choice onto the microphone until it locks into place.
The MKE 1 clip-on microphone Connecting the MKE 1 to the SL Bodypack DW ► Connect the jack plug of the MKE 1 to the MIC/LINE jack socket (3.5 mm) of the bodypack transmitter. ▷ Lock the jack plug by screwing down the coupling ring. When the jack plug is not firmly locked, crackling noise can appear in the audio signal.
The CHG 2 charger The CHG 2 charger The CHG 2 charger allows you to simultaneously charge up to two transmitters of the SpeechLine Digital Wireless series. A bi-color LED at each charging slot provides information on the current charge level. The charger has universal charging slots for charging both handheld and bodypack transmitters. Return to first page of the instruction manual Product overview ► 1 Charge level LEDs • lights up green: The accupack is fully charged.
The CHG 2 charger Connecting the CHG 2 charger to the power supply system To connect the CHG 2 charger to the power supply system: ► Connect the cable end of the power supply unit to the socket at the base of the charger. ▷ Guide the cable through one of the cable guides at the base of the charger so that the charger is stable once in position. ▷ Connect one end of the power cord to the power supply unit and the other end to the wall socket.
The CHG 2 charger Charging the accupack in the CHG 2 charger To charge an accupack in the CHG 2 charger: ► ▷ Insert the transmitter with the accupack installed and with the charging contacts facing downwards into the charger. Make sure to insert the transmitter the correct way round: The STANDBY button of the bodypack transmitter has to point in the direction of the charger's charge status LED. The charge status LED lights up red when the accupack is being charged.
The CHG 4N charger The CHG 4N charger The CHG 4N is a network-compatible charger with four separate charging slots. These ports can be used for the SL Bodypack DW and the SL Handheld DW. The four LEDs on each charging slot indicate the current charging status. The versatile network interface is compatible with IPv4 and IPv6 for seamless integration. The Sennheiser Control Cockpit software can be used to monitor and remotely control the settings and status messages.
The CHG 4N charger Product overview ► 1 Charging slots • Each suitable for both SL Handheld DW and SL Bodypack DW 2 Charge level LEDs • See „Meaning of the charging slot status LEDs“ 3 Power supply unit • With hollow jack plug for connection to the CHG 4N charger 4 Power cord • EU, US, UK or AU variant 5 Network reset button • See „Controlling and monitoring the CHG 4N charger over the network“ 6 Input socket for power supply unit • See „Connecting the CHG 4N charger to the power supply system“ 7 Ethernet
The CHG 4N charger Connecting the CHG 4N charger to the power supply system To connect the CHG 4N charger to the power supply system: ▷ Connect the cable end of the power supply unit to the socket at the base of the charger. ► ▷ Guide the cable through the cable guide at the base of the charger so that the charger is stable once in position.
The CHG 4N charger ► ▷ Connect one end of the power cord to the power supply unit and the other end to the wall socket.
The CHG 4N charger Charging the accupack in the CHG 4N charger To charge an accupack in the CHG 4N charger: ► Insert the transmitter with installed accupack into one of the charger’s four charging slots. Make sure the charging contacts face downward. ▷ Make sure to insert the transmitter the correct way round. The transmitter fits into the charger in only one direction.
The CHG 4N charger The four charge level LEDs for each of the four charging slots indicate the accupack’s current charge level: ► = 100 % < 100 % < 66 % < 33 % Details: „Meaning of the charging slot status LEDs“ Meaning of the charging slot status LEDs The four status LEDs on each individual charging slot display the following status information: Accupack charge level = 100 % Accupack charge level < 100 % Accupack charge level < 66 % Accupack charge level < 33 % An error has occurred.
The CHG 4N charger mitter is being loaded to the CHG 4N charger. Once the transmitter firmware has been loaded and the actual update has been performed, the LED switches to the following status. The firmware of the SL Handheld DW or SL Bodypack DW transmitter is being updated. The transmitter is not supported or requires a firmware update.
The CHG 4N charger Controlling and monitoring the CHG 4N charger over the network You can connect the CHG 4N charger to a network using a router or switch, which allows you to monitor and control the accupack’s charge level using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software and to modify the CHG 4N charger’s network configuration. For more information on controlling a system in the network using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software, refer to the instruction manual of the software.
The CHG 4N charger Integrating the CHG 4N charger into a network with DHCP If a DHCP server is active in the selected network, the CHG 4N charger receives an IP address automatically. The CHG 4N charger is automatically detected in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit once it is connected to the network, since the CHG 4N is delivered with mDNS activated by default. You can deactivate mDNS after you have configured the charger once.
The CHG 4N charger signed IP. Once a DHCP server is available, however, the IP addresses assigned by the server will be used. Integrating the CHG 4N charger into a network without DHCP using Fixed IP If there is no DHCP server in the network and you are working with fixed IP addresses, please observe the following information. The CHG 4N charger is delivered with automatic IP assignment configured by default. After adding it in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit, you can reconfigure it to Fixed IP.
The CHG 4N charger • Name and installation location are reset, provided they were changed in the Sennheiser Control Cockpit. ► Updating the firmware The firmware of the CHG 4N charger is updated using the Sennheiser Control Cockpit software. You can find more information about this procedure in the software instruction manual in the Sennheiser Documentation app or in the download area of the Sennheiser website at www.sennheiser.com/ download.
The CHG 2W charging base The CHG 2W charging base The CHG 2W is a wireless charging base that provides convenient wireless charging. The CHG 2W charging base is compatible with the SL Tablestand 133-S DW, the SL Tablestand 153-S DW and the SL Boundary 114-S DW.
The CHG 2W charging base Connecting the CHG 2W charging base to the power supply system To connect the CHG 2W charger to the power supply system: ► Connect the cable end of the power supply unit to the socket at the base of the charger. ▷ Make sure you insert the plug all the way. You should feel it lock into place. ▷ Guide the cable through one of the two cable guides at the base of the charger so that the charger is stable once in position. ▷ Plug the power supply unit into a wall socket.
The CHG 2W charging base Charging a device using the CHG 2W charging base You can use the CHG 2W charging base to charge the wireless table stands SL Tablestand 133-S DW and SL Tablestand 153S DW as well as the wireless boundary microphone SL Boundary 114-S DW. To charge a device: ▷ Place the device on one of the two charging surfaces. ► The blue status LED for the active charging surface flashes during the charging process.
The CHG 2W charging base Meaning of the status LEDs on the charging surfaces The two blue status LEDs on the charging surfaces provide the following status information: Flashing normally: the device is charging Flashing rapidly: excess temperature warning Flashing/flickering very rapidly: unknown device on the charger 196
The AWM 2 antenna wall mount The AWM 2 antenna wall mount With the AWM 2 antenna wall mount, the antennae can be remote mounted – optimally positioned and nearly invisible – from the receiver (e.g. when the receiver has to be installed invisibly or when the receiver position is not the best antenna position for optimum reception). The AWM 2 can be easily mounted on a microphone stand or permanently installed on a wall.
The AWM 2 antenna wall mount Product overview ► 1 Rod antennas • for connection to the R-SMA sockets at the top of the antenna wall mount 2 R-SMA sockets of the antenna cables • Antenna inputs for connecting the rod antennae 3 Antenna holes • for screwing the R-SMA sockets of the antenna cables in place 198
The AWM 2 antenna wall mount 4 Antenna housing • for antenna cable routing 5 Screw-down cover of the antenna housing • removable for mounting and antenna cable routing 6 4 recessed head screws • for screwing down the cover 7 Internal thread • for attachment to a microphone stand 8 R-SMA cables • fitted with an R-SMA socket and an R-SMA connector, supplied complete with washer and nut 9 Cable hole • for wall mounting 10Elongated mounting holes • for wall mounting 199
The AWM 2 antenna wall mount Connecting and mounting the AWM 2 Instead of the rod antennae, you can connect the optional AWM 2 antenna wall mount to the receiver. The AWM 2 is suitable for all applications where the antennae are to be positioned further away from the receiver. ▷ Unscrew and remove the four screws from the base of the antenna wall mount and remove the cover.
The AWM 2 antenna wall mount ▷ ▷ ▷ ▷ ▷ ▷ ▷ Smaller bend radiuses can cause cracks and breaks in the cable, which may not be visible from the outside. This can result in bad reception quality. Screw the sockets to the antenna holes using the supplied washers and nuts. Screw the cover back to the antenna housing. Observe correct cable routing. Connect the two rod antennae of the antenna wall mount to the R-SMA sockets.
The AWM 2 antenna wall mount To mount the antenna wall mount to a microphone stand ▷ Pass the antenna cable ends fitted with the R-SMA sockets through the cable notch provided at the rear bottom edge of the antenna housing. ► Do not kink the antenna cables and, when running the cables, make sure not to bend them beyond a bend radius of 43 mm. ▷ Smaller bend radiuses can cause cracks and breaks in the cable, which may not be visible from the outside. This can result in bad reception quality.
The AWM 2 antenna wall mount ▷ ▷ ▷ ▷ ▷ Screw the cover back to the antenna housing. Observe correct cable routing. Connect the two rod antennae of the antenna wall mount to the R-SMA sockets. Use the elongated mounting holes to mount the antenna wall mount to a wall or screw the antenna wall mount onto a microphone stand with a 3/8" thread. The antenna cables can be run from the rear panel of the antenna housing directly trough a wall.
The AWM 4 antenna wall mount The AWM 4 antenna wall mount With the AWM 4 antenna wall mount, the antennae can be remote mounted – optimally positioned and nearly invisible – from the receivers (e.g. when the receivers have to be installed invisibly or when the receiver position is not the best antenna position for optimum reception). The AWM 4 can be easily mounted on a microphone stand or permanently installed on a wall.
The AWM 4 antenna wall mount Product overview ► 1 Antennas 2 Connections for Link I (receiver 1) 3 Connections for Link II (receiver 2) 205
The AWM 4 antenna wall mount Connecting and mounting the AWM 4 Attaching the antennas ▷ Screw the four supplied rod antennas onto the housing as shown.
The AWM 4 antenna wall mount Connecting the antenna cables You can connect two receiver directly to the AWM 4. Connect the two antenna outputs ANT I and ANT II of the first receiver to the connections LINK I of the AWM 4. ▷ Connect the two antenna outputs ANT I and ANT II of the second receiver to the connections LINK II of the AWM 4. ▷ ► You can find additional information on possible setups using the AWM 4 and general recommendations on antenna usage under „Recommendations on antenna mounting“.
The AWM 4 antenna wall mount Mounting the AWM 4 on a stand or on the wall You can either screw the AWM 4 onto a standard microphone stand or use the existing holes in the housing to mount it on the wall as shown.
The SL PASC 2 passive antenna splitter/combiner The SL PASC 2 passive antenna splitter/ combiner The SL PASC 2 is a passive two-way true diversity antenna splitter/combiner for the SpeechLine Digital Wireless microphone series. It is used to distribute the antenna signals from up to 2 SpeechLine Digital Wireless radio links. In combination with the AWM 2 or AWM 4 remote antennas, the number of required antenna cables is reduced to a minimum.
The SL PASC 4 passive antenna splitter/combiner The SL PASC 4 passive antenna splitter/ combiner The SL PASC 4 is a passive four-way true diversity antenna splitter/combiner for the SpeechLine Digital Wireless microphone series. It is used to distribute the antenna signals from up to 4 SpeechLine Digital Wireless radio links. In combination with the AWM 2 or AWM 4 remote antennas, the number of required antenna cables is reduced to a minimum.
The SL PASC 4 passive antenna splitter/combiner Installing antenna splitters in a rack This chapter describes how to install a single antenna splitter or two antenna splitters side by side in a rack. GA 4 mounting kit To install the antenna splitter in a rack, you need the GA 4 mounting kit.
The SL PASC 4 passive antenna splitter/combiner Fastening the mounting angles (to install an antenna splitter) To fasten the mounting angles: ▷ Remove the two recessed head screws on each side of the antenna splitter. ▷ Fasten the mounting angles to the sides of the antenna splitter by tightening the previously removed recessed head screws. Make sure that the angled ends of the mounting angles point forward.
The SL PASC 4 passive antenna splitter/combiner holes. ▷ Screw the unit consisting of antenna splitter and mounting accessories into a 19" rack. Mounting the jointing plate and fastening the mounting angles (to install two antenna splitters side by side) To fasten the mounting angles: ▷ Remove the two recessed head screws on both outer-facing sides of the antenna splitters. ▷ Fasten the mounting angles to the outer-facing sides of the antenna splitters using the previously removed recessed head screws.
