Sennheiser EW135G3-G, EW135PG3-G, EW145G3-G, EW165G3-G, EW135PG3-A User manual

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100 Series
Instruction manual
Contents
Contents
Important safety instructions ............................................................................................................................................................. 2
System ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Bodypack transmitter and radio microphone ............................................................................................................................ 3
The ew 100 G3 evolution wireless series .......................................................................................................................................... 4
The frequency bank system ........................................................................................................................................................... 4
Product overview .................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Overview of the EM 100 receiver .................................................................................................................................................. 5
Overview of the displays of the EM 100 receiver ...................................................................................................................... 6
Overview of the SK 100 bodypack transmitter ......................................................................................................................... 7
Overview of the displays of the SK 100 bodypack transmitter .............................................................................................. 8
Overview of the SKM 100 radio microphone .............................................................................................................................. 9
Overview of the displays of the SKM 100 radio microphone ................................................................................................ 10
Putting the devices into operation ................................................................................................................................................... 11
EM 100 receiver .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11
SK 100 bodypack transmitter ..................................................................................................................................................... 13
SKM 100 radio microphone .......................................................................................................................................................... 15
Using the devices .................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Switching the devices on/off ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver ........................................................................................................................ 20
Deactivating the lock mode temporarily ................................................................................................................................... 21
Muting the audio signal or deactivating the RF signal ........................................................................................................... 22
Selecting a standard display ........................................................................................................................................................ 24
Overview of the operating menus .................................................................................................................................................... 25
Cleaning the devices ............................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Manufacturer Declarations ................................................................................................................................................................. 35
For an animated instruction manual, visit the respective product pages at www.sennheiser.com.
There you will also find detailed instruction manuals for the individual devices.
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Important safety instructions

Important safety instructions

System

• Read this instruction manual.
• Keep this instruction manual. Always include this instruction manual when passing the devices and the mains unit on to third parties.
• Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual.
• Only clean the devices when they are not connected to the mains. Use a cloth for cleaning.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required if the devices or the mains unit have been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled, objects have fallen inside, the devices have been exposed to rain or mois­ture, do not operate properly or have been dropped.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use the devices and the mains unit near water and do not expose them to rain or moisture.

Receiver

• Only use the supplied mains unit.
• Unplug the mains unit from the wall socket – to completely disconnect the device from the mains, – during lightning storms or – when unused for long periods of time.
• Only operate the mains unit from the type of power source specified in the chapter “Specifications” (see page 31).
• Ensure that the mains unit is – in a safe operating condition and easily accessible, – properly plugged into the wall socket, – only operated within the permissible temperature range, – not covered or exposed to direct sunlight for longer periods of time in order to prevent
heat accumulation (see “Specifications” on page 31).
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the device in accordance with the instruc­tions given in this instruction manual.
• Do not install the device and the mains unit near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not overload wall outlets and extension cables as this may result in fire and electric shock.
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Important safety instructions
• Danger due to high volumes This device is capable of producing sound pressure exceeding 85 dB(A). 85 dB(A) is the sound pressure corresponding to the maximum permissible volume which is by law (in some countries) allowed to affect your hearing for the duration of a working day. It is used as a basis according to the specifications of industrial medicine. Higher volumes or longer duratio ns can damage your hearing . At higher volumes, the duration must be short­ened in order to prevent hearing damage. The following are sure signs that you have been subjected to excessive noise for too long a time:
– You can hear ringing or whistling sounds in your ears. – You have the impression (even for a short time only) that you can no longer hear high
notes.

Bodypack transmitter and radio microphone

Do not place the devices near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Intended use of the system
Intended use of the ew 100 G3 series devices includes:
• having read this instruction manual especially the chapter “Important safety instructions”,
• using the devices within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruc­tion manual.
“Improper use” means using the devices other than as described in these instructions, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
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The ew 100 G3 evolution wireless series

The ew 100 G3 evolution wireless series
With the ew 100 G3 evolution wireless series, Sennheiser offers high-quality state-of-the-art RF transmission systems with a high level of operational reliability and ease of use. Transmit­ters and receivers permit wireless transmission with studio-quality sound.

The frequency bank system

Please note: Frequency usage is different for each country. Your Sennheiser partner will have all the necessary details on the available legal frequencies for your area.
The devices are available in 6 UHF frequency ranges with 1,680 frequencies per frequency range:
500
Range A:
516 – 558
Range G:
566 – 608
600
Range B:
626 – 668
700
Range C:
734 – 776
Range D:
780 – 822
800
Range E:
823 – 865
Each frequency range (A–E, G) offers 21 frequency banks with up to 12 channels each:
Channel 1 – frequency preset
Channel 2 – frequency preset
Frequency bank 1 ... 20
Channel 12 – frequency preset
Channel 1 – freely selectable frequency
Channel 2 – freely selectable frequency
Frequency bank U
Channel 12 – freely selectable frequency
Each of the channels in the frequency banks “1” to “20” has been factory-preset 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 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
The frequency bank “U” allows you to freely select and store frequencies. It might be that these frequencies are not intermodulation-free.
MHz
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Product overview

Overview of the EM 100 receiver

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PEAK
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-10
25
-20
10
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RF
1. 1
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543.200
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P
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Product overview
쐄쐂
SET
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쐊쐎 쐅씈
A B
Operating elements – front panel Operating elements – rear panel
button
Infra-red interface
Display panel, backlit in orange
SET button
UP/DOWN button
STANDBY button,
serves as the ESC (cancel) key in the operating menu
씉씊
Cable grip for power supply DC cable
DC socket (DC IN) for connection of
NT 2 mains unit
Audio output (AF OUT BAL),
XLR-3M socket, balanced
Audio output (AF OUT UNBAL),
¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket, unbalanced
Service interface (DATA)
Service interface (DATA)
Antenna input I (ANT II) with
remote power supply input, BNC socket
Type plate
Antenna input I (ANT I) with
remote power supply input, BNC socket
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Product overview

Overview of the displays of the EM 100 receiver

After switch-on, the receiver displays the standard display “Receiver Parameters”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, please refer to 24. This stan­dard display displays the operating states of the receiver.
햲햳
PEAK
1. 1
0
40
-10
25 10
RF
Display Meaning
RF level “RF
(Radio Frequency)
Audio level “AF
(Audio Frequency)
Frequency bank and
channel
Frequency Current receiving frequencyName Freely selectable name of the receiverPilot tone “P Activated pilot tone evaluationMuting function “MUTE” Receiver is muted
Battery status of the
transmitter
543.200
-20
-30
P
AF
햷햸
40
30
20
10
RF
PEAK
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
AF
Current frequency bank and channel number
Receiver does not output an audio signal (see also page 28).
Charge status:
햵햶
EW100 G3
MHz
MUTE
Diversity display:
Antenna input I is active
Antenna input II is active
RF signal level: Field strength of the transmitted signal
Squelch threshold level
Modulation of the transmitter with peak hold function.
When the level display for audio level shows full deflection, the audio input level is excessively high. When the transmitter is overmodulated frequently or for extended periods of time, the “PEAK” display is shown inverted.
approx. 100%
approx. 70%
approx. 30%
Icon is flashing; charge status is critical
Lock mode icon Lock mode is activated
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Overview of the SK 100 bodypack transmitter

Product overview
쐂 씈
Operating elements
Microphone/instrument input (MIC/LINE),
3.5 mm jack socket, lockable
MUTE switch
Antenna
Operation and battery status indicator, red LED
(lit = ON/flashing = LOW BATTERY)
Audio overmodulation indicator, yellow LED
(lit = AF PEAK)
Charging contacts
SET button/ rocker button (UP/DOWN)
Battery compartment
Battery compartment cover
Battery compartment catches
Infra-red interface
ON/OFF button,
serves as the ESC (cancel) key in the operating menu
Display panel, backlit in orange
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Product overview

Overview of the displays of the SK 100 bodypack transmitter

After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to 24. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.
햳 햴
543.200
MHz
ew100 G3
P
AF
Display Meaning
Audio level “AF Modulation of the bodypack transmitter with peak hold
Frequency Current transmission frequencyName Freely selectable name of the bodypack transmitterTransmission icon RF signal is being transmittedLock mode icon Lock mode is activatedP (Pilot) Pilot tone transmission is activatedMUTE Microphone or line input is mutedBattery status Charge status:
MUTE
function When the transmitter’s audio input level is excessively high,
the “AF” display shows full deflection and, in addition, the yellow AF PEAK LED lights up:
approx. 100% approx. 70%
approx. 30%
Charge status is critical, the red LOW BATT LED is flashing:
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Overview of the SKM 100 radio microphone

Product overview
Operating elements
Microphone head (interchangeable)
Name and pick-up pattern of the micro-
phone head (not visible here)
Body of radio microphone
Battery compartment (not visible from
outside)
Display panel, backlit in orange
Infra-red interface
Antenna
Color-coded protection rin g; available in
different colors
Operation and battery status indicator,
red LED (lit = ON/flashing = LOW BATTERY)
Charging contacts
Multi-function switch:
 (DOWN),  (UP) and (SET)
ON/OFF button,
serves as the ESC (cancel) key in the operating menu
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Product overview

Overview of the displays of the SKM 100 radio microphone

After switch-on, the radio microphone displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to 24. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.
햳 햴
543.200
MHz
ew100 G3
P
AF
Display Meaning
Audio level “AF Modulation of the radio microphone with peak hold
Frequency Current transmission frequencyName Freely selectable name of the radio microphoneTransmission icon RF signal is being transmittedLock mode icon Lock mode is activatedP (Pilot) Pilot tone transmission is activatedMUTE Audio signal is mutedBattery status Charge status:
MUTE
function
approx. 100% approx. 70% approx. 30%
Charge status is critical, the red LOW BATT LED is flashing:
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Putting the devices into operation

Putting the devices into operation

EM 100 receiver

You can set up the receiver on a flat surface or mount it into a 19“ rack. For informa­tion on rack mounting, refer to the instruction manual of the EM 100 receiver avail­able on the ew G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
Setting up the receiver on a flat surface
Place the receiver on a flat, horizontal surface. Please note that the device feet can leave stains on delicate surfaces.
The stacking elements are designed to help protect the operating elements from damage or deformation, e.g. if the receiver is dropped. Therefore, fasten the stacking elements, even if you do not want to stack your receivers.
Fastening the stacking
elements
Fitting the device feet The device feet are fitted to the base of the receiver (see diagram).
To fasten the stacking elements 씋:
Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws (M4x8) on each side of the receiver
(see diagram).
Secure the stacking elements to the sides of the receiver using the previously removed
recessed head screws (see diagram).
If you want to stack receivers (see following section), only fit the device feet to the base of the lowermost receiver.
Clean the base of the receiver where you want to fix the device feet.Fix the device feet to the base of the receiver by peeling off the backing paper and fitting
them as shown on the left.
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Putting the devices into operation
Stacking receivers Stack several receivers on top of each other.
CAUTION! Danger of injury due to toppling receiver stacks!
High receiver stacks can easily topple over.
Place the stack on an absolutely flat surface. Secure the stack against toppling over.Fasten the stacking elements as described in the previous section.Stack the receivers so that the recesses of the stacking elements completely engage with
each other.
Connecting the rod
antennas
The supplied rod antennas are suitable for use in good reception conditions.
Connect the antennas. You have the following options:
– You can connect the rod antennas to the rear of the receiver. – You can use the optional AM 2 antenna front mount kit and mount the rod antennas
to the front of the receiver (see the instruction manual of the EM 100 receiver avail­able on the ew G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com).
Align the antennas in a V-shape.
When using more than one receiver, we recommend connecting remote antennas and, if necessary, using Sennheiser antenna accessories. Fore more information, visit the ew G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
Connecting an amplifier/mixing console
The receiver’s XLR-3M socket a nd the ¼” (6 .3 mm) ja ck so cke t are connected in parallel.
Use a suitable cable to connect the amplifier/mixing console to the XLR-3M socket or
the ¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket .
Via the operating menu, adjust the audio output level (“AF Out”) of the receiver to the
input of the amplifier or mixing console (see page 26). The audio output level is adjusted via the operating menu and is common for both sockets.
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Putting the devices into operation
Connecting the mains unit
Only use the supplied mains unit. It is designed for the receiver and ensures safe operation.
To connect the mains unit:
 Insert the connector of the mains unit 씌 into the socket 쐊 of the receiver.  Pass the cable of the mains unit through the cable grip 쐆.  Slide the supplied country adapter 씍 onto the mains unit 씌.  Plug the mains unit 씌 into a wall socket.

SK 100 bodypack transmitter

Inserting the batteries/accupack
For powering the bodypack transmitter, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack.
Push the two catches in the direction of the arrows and open the battery compart-
ment cover 쐅.
Insert the two batteries or the accupack as shown above.
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 devices into operation
Charging the accupack
To charge the BA 2015 accupack:
Insert the bodypack transmitter into the L 2015 charger (optional accessory).
Connecting the microphone cable/instrument cable
The audio input is designed for the connection of both condenser microphones and instru­ments (e.g. guitars). DC powering of the condenser microphones is via the audio input.
Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the optional CI 1 instrument
Connect the 3.5 mm jack plug from the Sennheiser microphone or instrument cable to
Lock the 3.5 mm jack plug by screwing down the coupling ring of the cable. Via the operating menu, adjust the sensitivity of the microphone/line input.
Attaching and positioning the corresponding microphones
ME 2/ME 4 Use the microphone clip to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel).
The ME 2 clip-on microphone (shown on the right in the diagram) has an omni-directional pick-up pattern. It is therefore not necessary to position it precisely.
Attach the ME 2 microphone as close as possible to the sound source.
The ME 4 clip-on microphone (shown on the left in the diagram) has a cardioid pick-up
pattern.
Position the ME 4 microphone so that its sound inlet is directed towards the sound source
ME 3 Adjust the ME 3 headmic so that a comfortable and secure fit is ensured.
The ME 3 headmic has a cardioid pick-up pattern.
Position the microphone so that its sound inlet is directed towards the sound source
The L 2015 charger can only charge the combination BA 2015 accupack/bodypack transmitter. Standard batteries (primary cells) or individual rechargeable battery cells cannot be charged.
cable.
the 3.5 mm jack socket MIC/LINE 쐃.
(e.g. mouth).
(e.g. mouth).
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Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing
You can use the belt clip to attach the bodypack transmitter to clothing (e.g. belt, waist­band).
The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the transmitter with the antenna pointing downwards. To do so, withdraw the belt clip from its fixing points and attach it the other way round. The belt clip is secured so that it cannot slide out of its fixing points accidentally.
Putting the devices into operation
To detach the belt clip:
Lift one side of the belt clip as shown in the diagram on the right-hand side.Press down the belt clip at one fixing point and pull it out of the transmitter housing.Repeat for the other side.

SKM 100 radio microphone

Inserting the batteries/accupack
For powering the radio microphone, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack.
Unscrew the lower part of the radio microphone from the radio microphone’s body by
turning it counterclockwise.
When unscrewing the radio microphone during operation, the muting function is automatically activated. “MUTE” appears on the display panel.
When screwing the lower part of the radio microphone back to the radio micro­phone’s body, the muting function is deactivated.
Slide back the lower part of the radio microphone as far as it will go.Open the battery compartment cover 씈.Insert the batteries or the BA 2015 accupack as shown on the battery compartment
cover. Observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries/accupack.
 Close the battery compartment cover 씈.  Push the battery compartment into the radio microphone’s body.  Screw the lower part of the radio microphone back to the radio microphone’s body 쐋.
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Putting the devices into operation
Charging the accupack
To charge the radio microphone with the inserted BA 2015 accupack (optional accessory):
Use the LA 2 charging adapter to insert the radio microphone into the L 2015 charger
Changing the microphone head
The microphone head is easy to change.
Unscrew the microphone head.
(both the charger and the charging adapter are available as optional accessories).
Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the micro­phone head. The contacts can become dirty or damaged if touched.
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When unscrewing the microphone head during operation, the muting function is automatically activated. “MUTE” appears on the display panel.
When screwing the microphone head back to the radio microphone, the muting function is deactivated.
Screw the desired microphone head to the radio microphone.Put the radio microphone back into operation.
Changing the color-coded protection ring
The color-coded protection ring prevents the multi-function switch from accidental operation. Protection rings in different colors are available as accessories. The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone.
Remove the color-coded protection ring as shown in the left-hand diagram.Put on a new protection ring as shown in the right-hand diagram.

Using the devices

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MHz
Using the devices
To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows:
1. Switch the receiver on.
2. Switch a transmitter on. The transmission link is established and the receiver’s RF level display “RF” reacts.
If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver:
Make sure that transmitter and receiver are set to the same frequency bank and to the
same channel.
If necessary, read the chapter “If a problem occurs ...” on page 28.
It is vital to observe the following notes:
Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency
information sheet.
Make sure that the desired frequencies are approved and legal in your country
and, if necessary, apply for an operating license.

Switching the devices on/off

EM 100 receiver
To switch the receiver on:
Briefly press the STANDBY button 쐂.
SET
To switch the receiver to standby mode:
If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see page 21).
The receiver switches on and the “Receiver Parameters” standard display appears.
Keep the STANDBY button
pressed until “OFF” appears on the display panel.
When in the operating menu, pressing the STANDBY button will cancel yo ur en try (ESC function) and return you to the current standard display.
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Using the devices
To completely switch the receiver off:
Disconnect the receiver from the mains by unplugging the mains unit from the wall
socket.
SK 100 bodypack transmitter
To switch the bodypack transmitter on (online operation):
Push the two catches and open the battery compartment cover 쐅.
ON/OFF
Briefly press the ON/OFF button 씈.
The bodypack transmitter transmits an RF signal. The transmission icon is displayed. The red ON LED lights up and the standard display “Frequency/Name” appears on the display panel.
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You can switch the bodypack transmitter on and deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, see below.
To switch the bodypack transmitter off:
If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see page 21).
ON/OFF
Press the ON/OFF button 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.
To switch the bodypack transmitter on and to deactivate the RF signal on switch-on (offline operation):
ON/OFF
Press the ON/OFF button until “RF Mute On?” appears on the display panel.
SET
Press the SET button 쐆.
The transmission frequency is displayed but the bodypack transmitter does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon is not displayed.
Using the devices
MHz
543.200 ew100 G3
P
MUTE
AF
Use this function to save battery power or to prepare a bodypack transmitter for use during live operation without causing interference to existing transmission links.
To activate the RF signal:
ON/OFF
Briefly press the ON/OFF button 씈.
RF Mute Off” appears on the display panel.
Press the SET button 쐆.
SET
The transmission icon is displayed again.
SKM 100 radio microphone
To switch the radio microphone on (online operation):
ON/OFF
Briefly press the ON/OFF button 쐉.
The radio microphone transmits an RF signal. The transmission icon is displayed. The red ON LED lights up and the standard display “Frequency/Name” appears on the display panel.
You can switch the radio microphone on and deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, see below.
To switch the radio microphone off:
If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see page 21).
ON/OFF
Press the ON/OFF button 쐉 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.
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Using the devices
To switch the radio microphone on and to deactivate the RF signal on switch-on (offline operation):
ON/OFF
Press the ON/OFF button until “RF Mute On?” appears on the display panel.
Press the multi-function switch 쐈.
The transmission frequency is displayed but the radio microphone does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon is not displayed.
543.200
MHz
ew100 G3
P
MUTE
AF
Use this function to save battery power or to prepare a radio microphone for use during live operation without causing interference to existing transmission links.
To activate the RF signal:
ON/OFF
Briefly press the ON/OFF button 쐉.
RF Mute Off” appears on the display panel.
Press the multi-function switch 쐈.
The transmission icon is displayed again.

Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver

You can synchronize a suitable transmitter of the ew 100 G3 series with the receiver. During synchronization, the following parameters are transferred to the transmitter:
Setting Transferred parameters
Frequency Preset Currently set frequency “Name Freely selectable name currently set on the receiver “Pilot Tone Current pilot tone setting of the receiver (“Inactive”/“Active”)
To transfer the parameters:
Switch the transmitter and the receiver on.Press the button on the receiver.
Sync” appears on the display panel of the receiver.
Place the infra-red interface of the transmitter (see page 7 and 9) in front of the infra-
red interface of the receiver 쐇. The parameters are transferred to the transmitter. When the transfer is completed, “ ” appears on the display panel. The receiver then switches back to the current standard display.
To cancel the transfer:
Press the STANDBY button on the receiver.
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Using the devices
“ ” appears on the display panel of the receiver. “ ” also appears if: – no transmitter was found or the transmitter is not compatible, – no transmitter was found and the synchronization process was canceled after
30 seconds,
– you canceled the transfer.

Deactivating the lock mode temporarily

You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 25). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the devices:
EM 100
Press the UP/DOWN button.
Unlock?” appears on the display panel.
Press the SET button.
SET
SK 100
SET
The lock mode is temporarily deactivated (see below).
Press the rocker button.
Unlock?” appears on the display panel.
Press the SET button.
The lock mode is temporarily deactivated (see below).
SKM 100
Move the multi-function switch upwards/downwards.
Unlock?” appears on the display panel.
Press the multi-function switch.
The lock mode is temporarily deactivated (see below).
How you are using the devices determines how long the lock mode remains deactivated:
When in the operating menu
The lock mode is deactivated as long as you are working with the operating menu.
When one of the standard displays is shown
The lock mode is automatically activated after 10 seconds.
Prior to this, the lock mode icon flashes, indicating that the lock mode is being activated.
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Using the devices

Muting the audio signal or deactivating the RF signal

EM 100
To mute the audio signal:
When one of the standard displays is shown on the display panel, press the
STANDBY button.
RX Mute On?” appears on the display panel.
Press the SET button.
SET
To unmute the audio signal:
SET
SK 100
The audio signal is muted.
Press the STANDBY button.
RX Mute Off?” appears on the display panel.
Press the SET button.
The muting is canceled.
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543.200
MHz
ew100 G3
P
MUTE
AF
The MUTE switch allows you to mute the audio signal or to deactivate the RF signal. Via the “Mute Mode” menu item, you can set the desired function of the MUTE switch :
Setting Slide the MUTE switch ... Function
Disabled ... to the left (position MUTE) None “RF On/Off ... to the left (position MUTE) Deactivates the RF signal
(offline operation)
... to the right Activates the RF signal
AF On/Off ... to the left (position MUTE) Mutes the audio signal
... to the right Unmutes the audio signal
From the “Mute Mode” menu item, select the desired setting (see page 27).Exit the operating menu.Slide the MUTE switch to the left, to the position MUTE.
The bodypack transmitter reacts as indicated in the table.
(online operation)
Using the devices
The current state of the muting function or the RF signal is displayed on the display panel of the bodypack transmitter.
Audio signal is muted
Transmitter’s display panel: MUTE is displayed
Audio signal is activated (muting is canceled)
Transmitter’s display panel: MUTE is not displayed
RF signal is deactivated
Transmitter’s display panel: Transmission icon is not displayed
RF signal is activated
Transmitter’s display panel: Transmission icon is displayed
You can also deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, refer to the chapter “Switching the devices on/off” on page 18.
Using the ON/OFF button, you can also activate/deactivate the RF signal during operation. To do so, briefly press the ON/OFF button and proceed as described on 18.
SKM 100
You can deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, refer to the chapter “Switching the devices on/off” on 20.
To deactivate the RF signal during operation:
ON/OFF
When one of the standard displays is shown on the display panel, press the
ON/OFF button.
RX Mute On?” appears on the display panel.
Proceed as described on 20.
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Using the devices

Selecting a standard display

EM 100
Press the UP/DOWN button to select a standard display:
Contents of the display Selectable standard display
PEAK
ew100 G3
1. 1
0
40
-10
25
543.200
-20
10
-30
MUTE
P
AF
RF
PEAK
Soundcheck
0
40
-10
25
-20
543.200 MHz
10
-30
MUTE
AF
RF
PEAK
0
40
-10
25
-20
10
-30
AF
RF
MUTE
440 Hz
* The “Guitar Tuner” standard display is deactivated upon delivery. To show this standard
display, you have to activate it (see page 26).
Information on the soundcheck function and the guitar tuner function can be found in the instruction manual of the EM 100 receiver available on the ew G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
SK 100 and SKM 100
To select a standard display:
SK 100 SKM 100
Press the rocker button Move the multi-function switch
Receiver Parameters
MHz
appears after switch-on of the receiver and displays the receiver parameters (see page 5).
Soundcheck” (display with additional function) displays the signal quality within the transmission area.
Guitar Tuner (display with additional function) displays the guitar tuner.*
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Contents of the display Selectable standard display
543.200
MHz
Frequency/Name
ew100 G3
P
MUTE
AF
B.Ch: 20.24
543.200
P
MUTE
AF
ew100 G3
MHz
Channel/Frequency
Channel/Name
B.Ch: 20.24
P
MUTE
AF

Overview of the operating menus

Overview of the operating menus
For more detailed information on the operating menus, refer to the individual instruction manuals of the devices. These instruction manuals can be down­loaded from the respective product pages at www.sennheiser.com.

EM 100

Main menu “Menu“
Squelch
Easy Setup
Frequency Preset Name AF Out Equalizer Auto Lock
Advanced
Exit
Extended menu “Advanced Menu“
Tune Guitar Tuner Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit
When one of the standard displays is shown on the display panel, you can get into the main menu by pressing the SET button . The extended menu “Advanced Menu” and the submenu “Easy Setup” can be accessed via the corresponding menu items.
“Easy Setup“
Reset List Current List Scan New List
Exit
Display Function of the menu item

Main menu “Menu”

Squelch Adjusts the squelch threshold
Adjustment range: adjustable in three steps “Low”, “Middle”, “High Special function (for servicing purposes only): With the squelch threshold set to “Low” , you switch the squelch off by keeping the DOWN pressed. If you then press the UP button , you switch the squelch on again.
CAUTION!
Danger of hearing damage and material damage!
If you switch the squelch off or adjust the squelch threshold to a very low value, loud hissing noise can occur in the receiver.
The hissing noise can be loud enough to cause hearing damage or overload the loudspeakers of your system!
Al ways mak e sur e th at th e sq uelc h is swit che d on ( see abov e).Before adjusting the squelch threshold, set the volume of
Never change the squelch threshold during a live trans-
the audio output level to the minimum.
mission.
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Overview of the operating menus
Display Function of the menu item
Easy Setup Scans for unused frequency presets, releases and selects frequency presets Frequency Preset Changes the frequency bank and the channel Name Enters a freely selectable name AF Out Adjusts the audio output level
Adjustment range: -24 dB to +24 dB, adjustable in 3-dB steps, 6 dB gain reserve Special function “gain reserve”: When you have adjusted a level of +18 dB, press the
UP button until the next higher value appears.
Equalizer Changes the frequency response of the output signal Auto Lock Activates/deactivates the automatic lock mode Advanced Calls up the extended menu “Advanced Menu Exit Exits the operating menu and returns to the current standard display

„Easy Setup“

Reset List Releases all locked frequency presets and selects an unused frequency preset Current List Selects an unused frequency preset Scan New List Scans for unused receiving frequencies (frequency preset scan) Exit Exits the submenu “Easy Setup” and returns to the main menu

Extended menu “Advanced Menu”

Tune Sets the receiving frequencies for the frequency bank “U
Special function: Sets a channel and a receiving frequency for the frequency bank “U”: Select this menu item and call it up by pressing the SET button until the channel selec-
tion appears.
Guitar Tuner Selects the mode of the guitar tuner function Pilot Tone Activates/deactivates the pilot tone evaluation LCD Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the display panel Reset Resets the receiver Software Revision Displays the current software revision Exit Exits the extended menu “Advanced Menu” and returns to the main menu
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SK 100 and SKM 100

SK 100 SKM 100
Main menu “Menu”
Sensitivity Frequency Preset Name Auto Lock
Advanced
Exit
Extended menu “Advanced Menu”
Tune Mute Mode Cable Emulation Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit
Main menu “Menu“
Sensitivity Frequency Preset Name Auto Lock
Advanced
Exit
Extended menu “Advanced Menu“
Tune Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit
Display Function of the menu item

Main menu

Sensitivity Adjusts the sensitivity “AF Frequency Preset* Changes the frequency bank and the channel Name* Enters a freely selectable name Auto Lock Activates/deactivates the automatic lock mode Advanced Calls up the extended menu “Advanced Menu Exit Exits the operating menu and returns to the current standard display

Extended menu “Advanced Menu”

Tune Sets the transmission frequencies for the frequency bank “U
Special function: Sets a channel and a transmission frequency for the frequency bank “U
Select this men u item and call it up by pressing the SET button (SK)/the multi-function
switch (SKM) until the channel selection appears.
Mute Mode (SK only) Sets the mode for the MUTE switch Cable Emulation (SK only) Emulates guitar cable lengths/guitar cable capacities Pilot Tone* Activates/deactivates the pilot tone transmission LCD Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the display panel Reset Resets the bodypack transmitter/radio microphone Software Revision Displays the current software revision Exit Exits the extended menu “Advanced Menu” and returns to the main menu
* For information on the sychronization of transmitters with receivers, refer to 20.

Cleaning the devices

Cleaning the devices
CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the devices!
Liquids entering the housing of the devices can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics.
Keep all liquids away from the devices.

EM 100

Before cleaning, disconnect the device from the mains. Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the receiver from time to time. Do not use any solvents
or cleansing agents.

SK 100

Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the bodypack transmitter from time to time. Do not
use any solvents or cleansing agents.

SKM 100

Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the radio microphone from time to time. Do not use any
solvents or cleansing agents.
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Cleaning the devices
CAUTION! Liquids can damage the microphone head!
To clean the radio microphone’s sound inlet basket (MMD 835-1, MMD 845-1, MMD 935-1, MMD 945-1, MME 865-1):
Unscrew the upper sound inlet basket from the microphone head by turning it counter-
clockwise.
Liquids can damage the microphone head.
Only clean the upper sound inlet basket.
Remove the foam insert.There are two ways to clean the sound inlet basket:
– Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the upper sound inlet basket from the inside and
outside
– or scrub with a brush and rinse with clear water.
If necessary, clean the foam insert with a mild detergent or replace the foam insert.Dry the upper sound inlet basket.Dry the foam insert.Reinsert the foam insert.Replace the sound inlet basket on the microphone head and screw it tight.
You should also clean the contact rings of the microphone head from time to time:
Wipe the contact rings of the microphone head with a dry cloth.
For information on cleaning the MMK 965-1 microphone head, refer to its instruction
manual.

If a problem occurs ...

EM 100

Problem Possible cause Possible solution
Receiver cannot be oper­ated, “Locked” appears on the display panel
No operation indication No mains connection Check the connections of the mains unit. No RF signal Transmitter and receiver are not on the
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Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode (see page 21).
same channel
Transmitter is out of range Check the squelch threshold setting
Set the transmitter and receiver to the same channel. To do so, use the synchronization function (see page 20)
(see page 25). Reduce the distance between transmitter and receiving antennas.
Problem Possible cause Possible solution
RF signal available, no audio signal, “MUTE” appears on the display panel
Audio signal has a high level of background noise
Audio signal is distorted Transmitter sensitivity is adjusted too
No access to a certain channel
None of the diversity displays I or II appears on the display panel
During the soundcheck, only one diversity display (I or II) appears on the display panel
Transmitter is muted (“MUTE”) or transmitter doesn’t transmit a pilot tone
Receiver’s squelch threshold is adjusted too high
Transmitter sensitivity is adjusted too low/high
high Receiver’s audio output level is adjusted
too high During scanning, an RF signal has been
detected on this channel and the channel has been locked During scanning, a transmitter of your system operating on this channel has not been switched off Receiver’s squelch threshold is adjusted too high Transmitter’s RF signal is too weak Increase the transmission power of the
Antennas are not connected correctly Check the antenna cables or the antennas. One of the antennas is not connected correctly Antennas are not optimally positioned Reposition the antennas.
Cancels the muting (see page 22). Switch the pilot tone transmission on the trans­mitter on (see page 27). Switch the pilot tone evaluation on the receiver off (see page 26). Reduce the squelch threshold (see page 25). Reposition the antennas. Adjust the transmitter sensitivity correctly
(“Sensitivity”, see page 27). Adjust the transmitter sensitivity correctly
(“Sensitivity”, see page 27). Reduce the audio output level
(“AF Out”, see page 26). Set the transmitter operating on this channel to
a different channel and redo the frequency preset scan (see page 26). Switch the transmitter off and redo the frequency preset scan (see page 26).
Reduce the squelch threshold (see page 25).
transmitter. Reduce the distance between transmitter and receiver.
Check the antenna cable or the antenna.
Cleaning the devices

SK 100 and SKM 100

Problem Possible cause Possible solution
Devices cannot be oper­ated, “Locked” appears on the display panel
No operation indication Batteries are flat or
Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode (see page 21).
Replace the batteries or recharge the accupack
accupack is flat
(see page 15).
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Cleaning the devices
Problem Possible cause Possible solution
No RF signal at the receiver
RF signal available, no audio signal, “MUTE” appears on the display panel of the receiver
Audio signal has a high level of background noise or is distorted
If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser partner for assistance. To find a Sennheiser partner in your country, search at www.sennheiser.com under “Service & Support”.
Bodypack transmitter/radio microphone and receiver are not on the same channel
Bodypack transmitter/radio microphone is out of range
RF signal is deactivated (“RF Mute”) Activate the RF signal (see page 23). Bodypack transmitter/radio microphone
is muted (MUTE) Receiver’s squelch threshold is adjusted
too high Bodypack transmitter/radio microphone
doesn’t transmit a pilot tone Bodypack transmitter’s/radio micro-
phone’s sensitivity is adjusted too low/ too high
Synchronize the bodypack transmitter/radio microphone with the receiver (see page 20).
Set the bodypack transmitter/radio micro­phone to the same channel as the receiver.
Check the squelch threshold setting on the receiver.
Reduce the distance between bodypack transmitter/radio microphone and receiving antenna.
Cancels the muting (see page 22).
Reduce the squelch threshold setting on the receiver.
Activate or deactivate the pilot tone transmis­sion (see page 27).
Adjust the input sensitivity (see page 27).
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Specifications

EM 100

RF characteristics
Modulation wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges 516–558, 566–608, 626–668, 734–776,
780–822, 823–865 MHz (A to E, G, see page 4)
Receiving frequencies 1,680 frequencies, tuneable in steps of 25 kHz
20 frequency banks, each with up to 12 factory-preset channels, intermodulation-free 1 frequency bank with up to 12 user programmable channels
Switching bandwidth 42 MHz Nominal/peak deviation ±24 kHz / ±48 kHz Receiver principle true diversity Sensitivity (with HDX, peak deviation) < 2,5 μV for 52 dBA
Adjacent channel rejection typ. 65 dB Intermodulation attenuation typ. 65 dB Blocking 70 dB Squelch Off, Low: 5 dBμV, Middle: 15 dBμV, H ig h: 25 dB μV Pilot tone squelch can be switched off Antenna inputs 2 BNC sockets
rms S/N
Specifications
AF characteristics
Compander system Sennheiser HDX EQ presets (switchable, affect the line and monitor outputs): Preset 1: “Flat Preset 2: “Low Cut –3 dB at 180 Hz Preset 3: “Low Cut/High Boost –3 dB at 180 Hz
+6 dB at 10 kHz
Preset 3: “High Boost +6 dB at 10 kHz S/N ratio (1 mV, peak deviation) 110 dBA THD ≤ 0.9% AF output voltage
(at peak deviation, 1 kHz AF)
Adjustment range of audio output level 48 dB (in steps of 3 dB)
¼’’ (6.3 mm) jack socket (unbalanced): +12 dBu XLR socket (balanced): +18 dBu
+6 dB gain reserve
Overall device
Temperature range –10°C to +55°C Power supply 12 V Current consumption 300 mA Dimensions approx. 190 x 212 x 43 mm Weight approx. 980 g
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Specifications
In compliance with (EM)
Europe:
USA:
EMC EN 301489-1/-9 Radio EN 300422-1/-2 Safety EN 60065
47 CFR 15 subpart B
Approved by
Canada: Industry Canada RSS 210, IC: 2099A-G3EM100
Mains unit*
Input voltage 110 V~ or 230 V~,
Power/current consumption 9 VA max. 120 mA Output voltage 13 V 12 V Secondary output current 300 mA 400 mA Temperature range –10 °C to +40 °C –10 °C to +40 °C
* depending on country variant
NT 2–1 NT 2–3
100 to 240 V~,
50/60 Hz
50/60 Hz
In compliance with
Europe:
USA:
Canada: ICES 003
Certified by cCSAus KL, 60065, CSA.
EMC NT 2-3: EN 55022, EN 55024,
EN 55014-1/-2
NT 2-1: EN 55013, EN 55020,
EN 55014-1/-2
Safety EN 60065
47 CFR 15 subpart B
For accessories and information on connector assignment, visit the ew G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.

SK 100 and SKM 100

RF characteristics
Modulation wideband FM Frequency ranges 516–558, 566–608, 626–668, 734–776,
Transmission frequencies 1,680 frequencies, tuneable in steps of 25 kHz
Switching bandwidth 42 MHz Nominal/peak deviation ±24 kHz / ±48 kHz Frequency stability ≤ ±15 ppm RF output power at 50 Ω typ. 30 mW Pilot tone squelch can be switched off
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780–822, 823–865 MHz (A to E, G, see page 4)
20 frequency banks, each with up to 12 factory­preset channels, intermodulation-free 1 frequency bank with up to 12 user programmable channels
AF characteristics
Compander system Sennheiser HDX AF frequency response
SK microphone: 80–18,000 Hz
SKM 80–18,000 Hz
S/N ratio (1 mV, peak deviation) 110 dBA THD ≤ 0.9 % Max. input voltage (SK) microphone/line 3 V
Input impedance (SK) microphone/line 40 kΩ, unbalanced/1 MΩ Input capacitance (SK) switchable Adjustment range of input sensitivity SK: 60 dB, adjustable in steps of 3 dB
line: 25–18,000 Hz
rms
SKM: 48 dB, adjustable in steps of 6 dB
Overall device
Temperature range –10 °C to +55 °C Power supply 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V
Nominal voltage 2.4 V Current consumption:
• at nominal voltage
• with switched-off transmitter Operating time typ. 8 hrs Dimensions SK: approx. 82 x 64 x 24 mm
Weight (incl. batteries) SK: approx. 160 g
or BA 2015 accupack
typ. 180 mA (30 mW) 25 μA
SKM: approx. 50 x 265 mm
SKM: approx. 450 g
Specifications
In compliance with (SK and SKM)
Europe:
EMC EN 301489-1/-9 Radio EN 300422-1/-2 Safety EN 60065, EN 62311 (SAR)
Approved by (SK)
Canada: Industry Canada RSS 210, IC 2099A-G3SK
USA: FCC-Part 74, FCC-ID: DMO G3SK
limited to 806 MHz
limited to 698 MHz
Approved by (SKM)
Canada: Industry Canada RSS 210, IC: 2099A-G3SKMEM
USA: FCC-Part 74, FCC-ID: DMO G3SKMEM
limited to 806 MHz
limited to 698 MHz
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Specifications
Microphones (SK 100)
ME 2 ME 3 ME 4
Microphone type condenser condenser condenser Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa 1.6 mV/Pa 40 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern omni-directional cardioid cardioid Max. SPL 130 dB SPL 150 dB SPL 120 dB SPL
Microphone heads (SKM 100)
MMD 835-1 MMD 845-1 MME 865-1
Radio microphone type dynamic dynamic condenser Sensitivity 2.1 mV/Pa 1.6 mV/Pa 1.6 mV/Pa Pick-up pattern cardioid super-cardioid super-cardioid Max. SPL 154 dB SPL 154 dB SPL 152 dB SPL
Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphone heads (SKM 100)
Polar diagram MMD 835-1 Frequency response curve MMD 835-1
125 Hz
250 Hz
500 Hz
1000 Hz
0°
0
30°
60°
90°
120°
150°
30°
5
10
15
20
25
dB
180°
60°
90°
120°
150°
2000 Hz
4000 Hz
8000 Hz
16000 Hz
dBV
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
100
50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k
Polar diagram MMD 845-1 Frequency response curve MMD 845-1
125 Hz 250 Hz
500 Hz
1000 Hz
0°
0
30°
60°
90°
120°
150°
30°
5
10
15
20
25
dB
180°
60°
120°
150°
2000 Hz
4000 Hz 8000 Hz
16000 Hz
dBV
-30
-40
90°
-50
-60
-70
-80
100
50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k
Hz
Hz
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Manufacturer Declarations

Polar diagram MME 865-1 Frequency response curve MME 865-1
125 Hz
250 Hz
500 Hz
1000 Hz
0°
0
30°
60°
90°
120°
150°
30°
5
10
15
20
25
dB
180°
60°
120°
2000 Hz
150°
4000 Hz
8000 Hz
16000 Hz
dBV
-30
-40
90°
-50
-60
-70
-80
100
50 100
90°
200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k
Manufacturer Declarations

Warranty

Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product.
For the current warranty conditions, please visit our web site at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.

In compliance with the following requirements

• RoHS Directive (2002/95/EU)
• WEEE Directive (2002/96/EU) Please dispose of these products at the end of their operational lifetime by taking
it to your local collection point or recycling center for such equipment.
Hz
• Battery Directive (2006/66/EU) The supplied batteries or rechargeable batteries of the transmitters can be recycled.
Please dispose of them as special waste or return them to your specialist dealer. In order to protect the environment, only dispose of exhausted batteries.

CE Declaration of Conformity

• EM 100: SK / SKM 100:
• R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EU), EMC Directive (2004/108/EU),
Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EU) The declarations are available at www.sennheiser.com. Before putting the devices into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations.
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0682
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Manufacturer Declarations

Statements regarding FCC and Industry Canada

These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) these devices may not cause harmful interference, and (2) these devices must accept any interference received, including inter­ference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gener­ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip­ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter­mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter­ference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
These class B digital devices comply with the Canadian ICES-003.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Sennheiser elec­tronic Corp. may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
Before putting the devices into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations!
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com
Printed in Germany
Publ. 01/09
529659/A01
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