The ASP 2 passive RF antenna splitter has been designed for
routing antenna signals to several receivers in a multi-channel
system, i.e. up to four diversity receivers are supplied with the
signals of only two antennas. The antenna splitter incorporates DC distribution for powering up to four receivers in addition to two antenna boosters via a single mains unit. By linking two ASP 2 antenna splitters, an 8-channel system can be
operated with only two antennas.
By using the GA 2 rack adapter, two antenna splitters or one
antenna splitter and one rack-mount receiver (e.g. EM 100 G2,
EM 300 G2 or EM 500 G2) can be mounted into a 19" rack.
Areas of application:
! Small to medium RF installations (fixed or mobile)
! Permanent installations in small theaters, conference
centers and similar venues
Delivery includes
! 1 ASP 2 antenna splitter
! 1 set of plastic feet
! Instructions for use
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Safety instructions
Caution!
Never open the unit! If units are opened by you in breach of
this instruction, the warranty becomes null and void.
Attention!
Make sure that the air vents of the unit are not covered or blocked! Keep the unit away from central heating radiators and
electric heaters!
Caution!
Set up the unit on an even surface or mount it into a rack! Lay
the cables in such a way that no-one can stumble over them!
Attention!
Keep liquids and small parts which conduct electricity away
from the unit! Use a slightly damp cloth for cleaning the unit.
Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents!
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Operating controls
DC input (DC IN) for mains unit
Cable grip for power supply DC cable
Four DC outputs (DC OUT) for powering up to
Antenna input B (IN B, DC-FEED 12 V), BNC socket
Four antenna outputs (OUT B), B leg
Four antenna outputs (OUT A), A leg
RF output A (link to antenna input B to make
Antenna input A (IN A, DC-FEED 12 V), BNC socket
four receivers
a 1-to-8 splitter), BNC socket
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Putting the unit into operation
The below connection diagram shows the connections for a
4-channel diversity system.
Setting up the unit
The unit is suitable for use as table top or can be mounted into
a rack.
왘 For mounting the unit into a 19" rack, use the GA 2 rack
adapter (optional accessory).
왘 For table top use, fix the plastic feet to the base of the unit.
Note:
Some furniture surfaces have been treated with varnish,
polish or synthetics which might cause stains when they
come into contact with other synthetics. Despite a thorough testing of the synthetics used by us, we cannot rule
out the possibility of staining.
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A
Connecting the antennas
왘 You can connect the following antenna types to the
antenna inputs and :
! two A 1031-U or A 2003-U passive antennas or
! two A 12 active antennas or
ASP 2
ASP 2
M 500 G2
! a combination of passive antenna (A 1031-U or
A 2003-U) and antenna booster (AB 2).
Connecting the receivers
You can connect up to four rack-mount receivers (e.g.
EM 100 G2, EM 300 G2 or EM 500 G2) to the ASP 2. The splitter incorporates DC distribution for powering the receivers.
왘 Pass the cables coming from the antenna spitter’s DC out-
puts through the cable grips at the rear of the receivers.
왘 Insert the hollow jack plugs into the sockets of the recei-
vers.
왘 Connect the BNC cables and of the antenna splitter to
the receivers as follows:
! Antenna outputs (OUT A) to antenna inputs (ANT I)
! Antenna outputs (OUT B) to antenna inputs (ANT II)
Note!
We recommend protecting unused RF outputs with a 50 Ω
terminator in order to keep to the specified distribution
attenuation.
SP 2
M 500 G2
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Connecting the mains unit
The NT 1 mains unit can power up to four receivers. The DC
power is also available at the antenna inputs for powering two
optional antenna boosters.
ASP 2
왘 Pass the cable through the cable grip .
왘 Insert the DC connector on the power supply cable into the
DC input .
Note:
The antenna splitter has no power switch.
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If problems occur...
Error checklist
ProblemPossible causePossible solution
Receivers cannot be
switched on
Disturbed reception or no
reception
Receivers are not powered Check the connections of
the mains unit or the DC
connections
Transmitting antennas are
not within the range of the
receiving antennas
Transmitters or receivers
are not switched on
Antennas are not
connected correctly
Connecting cables are
defective
Too high cable attenuation
due to too long antenna
cables or wrong type of
antenna cable
Transmitters and receivers
are not on the same
frequency
Reduce the distance
between transmitter and
receiving antennas
Switch the transmitters or
receivers on
Check the antenna
connections
Replace the connecting
cables
Only use the
recommended antenna
cables (see ”Accessories“
on page 21)
or use shorter antenna
cables
See operating manual of
the transmitter or receiver
If problems occur that are not listed above or if the problems cannot be solved with
the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser agent for assistance.
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Specifications
Antenna splitter 2 x 1:4 or 1 x 1:8, passive
Frequency range 500 to 870 MHz
Distribution attenuation approx. 10 dB IN B/OUT B (4 x)
approx. 14 dB IN A/OUT A (4 x)
approx. 6 dB IN A/OUT A
Dimensions approx. 212 x 145 x 38 mm
Weight approx. 700 g
Voltage range 12 V DC nominal, max. 16 V DC
Accessories
NT 1Mains unit for powering up to four receivers and two antenna
boosters, European version
NT 1-120Mains unit for powering up to four receivers and two antenna
boosters, 120 V version
NT 1-UKMains unit for powering up to four receivers and two antenna
boosters, UK version
GZL 1019-A1BNC-BNC coaxial cable, length 1 m
GZL 1019-A5BNC-BNC coaxial cable, length 5 m
GZL 1019-A10BNC-BNC coaxial cable, length 10 m
A 1031-UPassive UHF antenna
AB 2Antenna booster
GA 219” rack adapter
AM 2Antenna mount for mounting antennas to the front of
the GA 2
A 2003-UHFUHF directional antenna
A 12Active UHF directional antenna
BNC terminator (50 Ω)
Voltage isolation adapter
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Application example
Two ASP 2 antenna splitters can be linked to make a 1-to-8
diversity splitter.
Connections for an 8-channel system
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Linking two 4-channel systems
ENGLISH
The guarantee period for this Sennheiser product is 24 months from the date of purchase.
Excluded are accessory items, rechargeable or disposable batteries that are delivered with the
product; due to their characteristics these products have a shorter service life that is principally
dependent on the individual frequency of use.
The guarantee period starts from the date of original purchase. For this reason, we recommend
that the sales receipt be retained as proof of purchase. Without this proof (which is checked by
the responsible Sennheiser service partner) you will not be reimbursed for any repairs that are
carried out.
Depending on our choice, guarantee service comprises, free of charge, the removal of material
and manufacturing defects through repair or replacement of either individual parts or the entire
device. Inappropriate usage (e.g. operating faults, mechanical damages, incorrect operating
voltage), wear and tear, force majeure and defects which were known at the time of purchase
are excluded from guarantee claims. The guarantee is void if the product is manipulated by nonauthorised persons or repair stations.
In the case of a claim under the terms of this guarantee, send the device, including acces-sories
and sales receipt, to the responsible service partner. To minimise the risk of trans-port damage,
we recommend that the original packaging is used. Your legal rights against the seller, resulting
from the contract of sale, are not affected by this guarantee.
The guarantee can be claimed in all countries outside the U.S. provided that no national law
limits our terms of guarantee.
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Konformitätserklärung
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG erklären, dass dieses Gerät die anwendbaren CE-Normen und Vorschriften
erfüllt.
Approval
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG declare that this
device is in compliance with the applicable CE standards
and regulations.
Certification
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appareil est en conformité avec les normes CE.
Certificazione
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questo apparecchio risponde alle normative e alle
prescrizioni CE applicabili.
Autorizacion
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aparato cumple las normas y directrices de la CE aplicables.
Vergunning
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toestel voldoet aan de toepasselijke CE-normen en voorschriften.