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SKP 2000
Instruction manual
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Important safety instructions .......................................................................... |
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The SKP 2000 plug-on transmitter .................................................................. |
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Areas of application ........................................................................................ |
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The frequency bank system .......................................................................... |
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Delivery includes .................................................................................................. |
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Product overview ................................................................................................. |
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Overview of the SKP 2000 plug-on transmitter ........................................ |
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Overview of the displays ................................................................................ |
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Putting the plug-on transmitter into operation .......................................... |
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Inserting the batteries/accupack ................................................................. |
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Charging the accupack .................................................................................... |
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Plugging the plug-on transmitter onto a microphone ............................. |
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Using the plug-on transmitter ...................................................................... |
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Switching the plug-on transmitter on/off .............................................. |
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Deactivating the lock mode temporarily ................................................. |
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Muting the audio signal or deactivating the RF signal ......................... |
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Selecting a standard display ...................................................................... |
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Using the operating menu ............................................................................. |
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The buttons .................................................................................................... |
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Overview of the operating menu ............................................................... |
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Working with the operating menu .......................................................... |
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu ............................................... |
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The main menu “Menu” .............................................................................. |
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The extended menu “Advanced Menu” ................................................... |
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Synchronizing the plug-on transmitter with a receiver .......................... |
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Cleaning the plug-on transmitter ................................................................. |
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Recommendations and tips ........................................................................... |
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If a problem occurs ... ....................................................................................... |
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Accessories ......................................................................................................... |
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Specifications .................................................................................................... |
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Manufacturer Declarations ............................................................................. |
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Index .................................................................................................................... |
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Supplementary information can be found on the SKP 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
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Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
•Read this instruction manual.
•Keep this instruction manual. Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third parties.
•Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual.
•Use only a cloth for cleaning the product.
•Donotplacetheproductnearanyheatsourcessuchasradiators,stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser.
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required if the product has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled, objects have fallen inside, the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate properly or has been dropped.
•WARNING: To reduce the risk of short circuits, do not use the product near water and do not expose it to rain or moisture.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by Sennheiser or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Intended use
Intended use of the SKP 2000 plug-on transmitter includes:
•having read these instructions especially the chapter “Important safety instructions”,
•using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
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The SKP 2000 plug-on transmitter
The SKP 2000 plug-on transmitter
This plug-on 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.
Features of the 2000 series:
•Optimized PLL synthesizer and microprocessor technology
•HDX noise reduction system
•Pilot tone squelch control
•Switching bandwidth of up to 75 MHz
•Increased immunity to intermodulation and interferences in multi-channel operation
Areas of application
The plug-on transmitter can be combined with the EK 2000 portable receiver and the EM 2000 and EM 2050 rack-mount receivers. These receiversare available in the sameUHF frequency rangesand are equipped with the same frequency bank system. This has the advantage that
•a transmission system is ready for immediate use after switch-on,
•several transmission systems can be operated simultaneously on the preset frequencies without causing intermodulation interference.
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SKP 2000 |
dynamic and |
EK 2000 portable receiver |
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condenser |
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microphones |
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using Sennheiser |
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B.Ch: 20.64 **2000** |
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543.200MHz |
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EQ: |
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P + 12dB |
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B.Ch: 20.64 |
B.Ch: 20.64 |
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543.200MHz |
543.200MHz |
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P + 12dB |
P + 12dB |
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The SKP 2000 plug-on transmitter
The frequency bank system
The plug-on transmitter is available in 5 UHF frequency ranges with up to 3,000 transmission frequencies per frequency range:
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516 – 558 |
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Each frequency range (Aw-Dw, Gw) offers 26 frequency banks with up to 64 channels each:
Channel 1 – frequency preset
Channel 2 – frequency preset
Frequency bank 1 ... 20
Channel 64 – frequency preset
Channel 1 – freely selectable frequency
Channel 2 – freely selectable frequency
Frequency bank U1 ... U6
Channel 64 – freely selectable frequency
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 SKP 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
The frequency banks “U1” to “U6” allow you to freely select and store frequencies. It might be that these frequencies are not intermodulationfree.
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Delivery includes
Delivery includes
The packaging contains the following items:
1SKP 2000 plug-on transmitter 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V
1instruction manual
1POP 1 pouch (with belt clip)
1frequency information sheet
1RF power information sheet
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Product overview
Product overview
Overview of the SKP 2000 plug-on transmitter
Microphone input, XLR-3 socket (female, unbalanced)
Mechanical locking ring of XLR-3 socket
Infra-red interface
Display panel, backlit in orange
UP button ( )
DOWN button ( )
Operation and battery status indicator, red LED
lit = ON
flashing = LOW BATTERY
ON/OFF button
with ESC function (cancel)
MUTE switch
SET button
Battery compartment cover
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Product overview
Overview of the displays
After switch-on, the plug-on transmitter displays the “Frequency/Name” standard display. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 14.
The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.
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Putting the plug-on transmitter into operation
Putting the plug-on transmitter into operation
Inserting the batteries/accupack
For powering the plug-on transmitter, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories” on page 30).
Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the embossed arrow and open the cover .
Insert the two batteries or the accupack as shown below. Please observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries/accupack.
Close the battery compartment.
The battery compartment cover locks into place with an audible click.
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Putting the plug-on transmitter into operation
Charging the accupack
Remove the BA 2015 accupack.
Insert the BA 2015 accupack into the L 2015 charger (see “Accessories” on page 30).
The L 2015 charger can only charge the BA 2015 accupack. Standard batteries (primary cells) or individual rechargeable battery cells cannot be charged.
Plugging the plug-on transmitter onto a microphone
Plug the microphone’s XLR-3M socket onto the transmitter’s XLR-3F socket . Make sure that the latch locks into place.
Tighten the locking ring in the direction of the arrow.
The transmitter uses the microphone body as an antenna – therefore microphones with a metal casing should be used for best signal transmission.
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Using the plug-on transmitter
Using the plug-on transmitter
To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows:
1.Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver).
2.Switch the plug-on transmitter on (see next section).
The transmission link is established and the diversity receiver’s RF level display “RF” reacts.
It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 26.
If you cannot establish a transmission link between plug-on transmitter and receiver, read the chapter “Synchronizing the plug-on transmitter with a receiver” on page 26.
Switching the plug-on transmitter on/off
To switch the plug-on transmitter on (online operation):
ON/OFF Press the ON/OFF button .
The plug-on transmitter transmits an RF signal. The red ON LED lights up and the “Frequency/Name” standard displayappearsonthedisplaypanel.Thetransmission icon is displayed.
To switch the plug-on transmitter on and to deactivate the RF signal on switch-on (offline operation):
ON/OFF Keep the ON/OFF button pressed until “RF Mute On?” 
appears on the display panel.
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Using the plug-on transmitter
SET Press the SET button.
The transmission frequency is displayed but the plug-on transmitter does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon is not displayed.
543.850MHz **2000** 
AF P MUTE 
Use this function to save battery power or to prepare a plug-on transmitter for use during live operation without causing interference to existing transmission links.
To activate the RF signal:
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“RF Mute Off?” appears on the display panel. |
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Press the SET button. |
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The transmission icon is displayed again. |
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To switch the plug-on transmitter off:
If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see page 11).
ON/OFF Keep the ON/OFF button pressed until “OFF” appears on
the display panel.
The red ON LED goes off and the display panel turns off.
When in the operating menu, pressing the ON/OFF button will cancel your entry (ESC function) and return you to the current standard display.
Deactivating the lock mode temporarily
You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 21). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the plug-on transmitter:
ON/OFF SET |
Press the SET button or the ON/OFF button. |
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“Locked” appears on the display panel. |
Press the UP button.
“Unlock?” appears on the display panel.
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