Sennheiser EM 100 G3 User Manual

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RF Wireless Systems | evolution wireless G3

System variants and included components:

ew 135 G3 – (1) SKM 100 G3 handheld transmitter, (1) e835 dynamic, cardioid capsule, (1) EM 100 G3 rack-mountable receiver

ew 145 G3 – (1) SKM 100 G3 handheld transmitter, (1) e845 dynamic, super-cardioid capsule, (1) EM 100 G3 rack-mount receiver

ew 165 G3 – (1) handheld transmitter, (1) e865 super-cardioid condenser capsule, (1) EM 100 G3 rack-mount receiver

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Features

Sturdy metal housing

Automatic frequency management for transmitter and receiver

Tunable UHF frequencies within a large switching bandwidth

Wireless microphone with a quick-change microphone head from the e800 series

Large range of interchangeable microphone heads from the successful evolution series

Wireless synchronization of transmitters via infrared interface

Enhanced frequency bank management with up to 12 compatible frequencies

42 MHz bandwidth, 1,680 switchable frequencies

Increased range for audio sensitivity

Easy-to-read illuminated dot matrix display with warning indicator

More control options (menu)

Enhanced AF frequency range

Soundcheck mode

Integrated equalizer

Contacts for recharging the BA 2015 accupack directly in the transmitter (requires LA2 adapter)

(2) AA batteries for over 8 hours of use

4-level battery indicator for transmitter

HDX compander for crystal-clear sound

True diversity receiver for optimum reception

High RF output power for large range Suitable for 19” rack mounting (1 U)

General Description

This system is ideal for vocal applications. Choose from two (2) dynamic microphone heads with cardioid or super-cardioid pick-up patterns and one (1) elective condenser, super-cardioid pattern from the renowned evolution 800 microphone series. The SKM 100 G3 handheld transmitter and the EM 100 G3 rack-mountable receiver each features 20 frequency banks with one user bank and 12 directly accessible frequency presets. Each system is ready for immediate use.

Technical Specifications ew 100 ©

Modulation...............................................		wideband FM
Frequency ranges........................		516–558, 566–608,
................... 626–668, 734–776, 780–822, 823–865
Transmission/Receiving
frequencies...............	20 channel banks, 1 user bank,
...................................	12 factory preset channels each
Switching bandwidth........................................			42 MHz
Noise reduction system.....................		Sennheiser HDX
AF frequency response........................		25 – 18,000 Hz
S/N ratio (at 1mV and peak deviation)			... ≥ 110 dBA
THD (at nominal deviation and 1 kHz)..........			≤ 0.9 %
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Receiver principle.	..................................	True Diversity
Sensitivity (with HDX,
peak deviation)...................	<2.5 µV at 52 dBAeff S/N
Adjacent channel rejection...............................			≥ 65 dB
Intermodulation attenuation...........................			≥ 65 dB
Blocking................................................................			≥ 70 dB
Pilot-tone squelch.......................................			detachable
Antenna inputs.......................................		2 BNC sockets
AF output voltage (at peak deviation,
1 kHz AF).........................	1/4“ (6.3 mm) jack socket,
................................	unbalanced: +12 dBu XLR socket,
...........................................................		balanced: +18 dBu
Power supply.......................................................			12 V DC
Dimensions.................................		7.48“ x 8.35“ x 1.69“
Weight..................................................		approx. 1.99 lbs
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RF output power at 50 Ω..........................			typ. 30 mW
AF frequency response........................		80 – 18,000 Hz
Power supply...............................		2 AA batteries, 1.5 V
Nominal voltage.....................................................			2.4 V
Operating time....................................................			typ. 8 h
Dimensions.........................................		Ø 1.97“ x 10.43“
Weight.................................................		approx. 15.87 oz

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RF Wireless Systems | evolution wireless G3

Architect and Engineering Specifications

The wireless microphone system shall feature a true-diversity receiver with 42 MHz of available tuning bandwidth with a total of 1,680 frequencies accessible in 25 kHz steps. The wireless microphone receiver must feature one Balanced XLR output with a max. output of +18 dBu, and one unbalanced ¼” output with a max. output of +12 dBu. The wireless microphone receiver must feature two BNC antenna inputs, one for each receiver module in the true diversity system. The wireless microphone receiver must feature a backlit display that displays AF and RF levels, battery telemetry from the transmitter, operating frequency, and diversity switching information. The wireless microphone receiver must feature an automatic frequency scanning function that utilizes twenty (20) banks of pre-coordinated frequencies that are free of intermodulation interference. The wireless microphone receiver must also feature a user bank in order to store user defined frequencies. The wireless microphone transmitter must operate on two 1.5V AA battery cells. The wireless microphone transmitter must have access to 1,680 frequencies tuned in 25 kHz steps across a defined 42 MHz bandwidth. The wireless microphone transmitter must feature a backlit display that displays frequency information, AF level, battery level. The wireless microphone transmitter must transmit a pilot-tone squelch. The wireless microphone transmitter must have a specified RF output power of 30mW. The wireless microphone receiver must accept 12V DC power via BNC antenna inputs.

Limited Product Warranty/Service

Sennheiser Electronic Corporation extends the following limited product warranty for Sennheiser products:

The warranty period for all covered Sennheiser products is two years from the date of purchase. Not covered by this warranty are accessories and other consumables; for example, items of wear and tear, such as cables. During the warranty period, Sennheiser Electronic Corporation warrants that the Sennheiser equipment will be free from defects in materials and workmanship used in making the product. Abnormal conditions, deliberate abuse and damage due to accidents, operator’s error, or unauthorized service attempts are excluded from any warranty claims. Under this warranty, Sennheiser Electronic Corporation will repair, or at its option, replace free of charge the covered defective Sennheiser product, provided it is returned (postage paid, with proof of purchase from the original seller) to a Sennheiser Service Facility. Products should be returned in their original package, or otherwise suitably protected to avoid shipping damage. Either product registration or a valid, dated proof of purchase is accepted to establish the warranty period. The Sennheiser Service Department will be the sole authority to determine the validity of all warranty issues.

This Limited Product Warranty is Sennheiser Electronic Corporation’s only warranty, and the customer’s only remedy concerning Sennheiser products. All other representations and warranties, express or implied, written or oral, including, but not limited to, any warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement, are expressly excluded. As a result, except as set forth in the previous paragraphs, the product is sold “as-is” and the customer is assuming the entire risk as to the product’s suitability for his needs, its quality and its performance.

In no event will Sennheiser Electronic Corporation be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the product or from its use, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

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