Sennheiser SK 2000 - 01-09 Instruction Manual
SK 2000
Instruction manual
Contents
Contents
Important safety instructions .......................................................................... 2
The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter ................................................................ 3
Areas of application ........................................................................................ 3
The frequency bank system .......................................................................... 4
Delivery includes .................................................................................................. 5
Product overview ................................................................................................. 6
Overview of the SK 2000 bodypack transmitter ....................................... 6
Overview of the displays ................................................................................ 7
Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation ....................................... 8
Inserting the batteries/accupack ................................................................. 8
Charging the accupack .................................................................................... 8
Connecting the microphone cable/instrument cable ............................... 9
Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing ................................... 10
Using the bodypack transmitter ................................................................... 11
Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off ........................................... 11
Deactivating the lock mode temporarily ................................................. 12
Muting the audio signal or deactivating the RF signal ......................... 13
Selecting a standard display ...................................................................... 15
Using the operating menu ............................................................................. 16
The buttons .................................................................................................... 16
Overview of the operating menu ............................................................... 16
Working with the operating menu ........................................................... 18
Adjusting settings via the operating menu ............................................... 20
The main menu “Menu” .............................................................................. 20
The extended menu “Advanced Menu“ ................................................... 23
Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a receiver ...................... 28
Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with the receiver –
individual operation ..................................................................................... 28
Synchronizing bodypack transmitters with receivers –
multi-channel operation .............................................................................. 28
Cleaning the bodypack transmitter ............................................................. 29
Recommendations and tips ........................................................................... 30
If a problem occurs ... ....................................................................................... 31
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 33
Specifications .................................................................................................... 34
Manufacturer Declarations ............................................................................. 36
Index .................................................................................................................... 38
For further information, visit the SK 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.
• Do not place the product near any heat sources such as radiators, 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 SK 2000 bodypack 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 SK 2000 bodypack transmitter
The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter
This bodypack 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
• True diversity technology
• Switching bandwidth of up to 75 MHz
• Increased immunity to intermodulation and interferences in multi-
channel operation
Areas of application
The bodypack transmitter can be combined with the EM 2000 and
EM 2050 rack-mount receivers. The receivers are available in the same UHF
frequency ranges and are equipped with the same frequency bank system
with factory-preset frequencies. An advantage of the factory-preset
frequencies is 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.
Transmitter Optional accessories Receivers
SK 2000 • Clip-on microphones*:
MKE 1, ME 102,
ME 104, ME 105
•Headmics*:
HSP 2, HSP 4
• Instrumente cable:
CI 1-4*
EM 2000 receiver
True Diversity Receiver EM 2000
30
20
10
RF
EM 2050 twin receiver
PEAK
**2000** **2000**
B.Ch: 20.64
040
-10
30
543.200
-20
20
-30
EQ:
10
-40
P
+ 12dB
AF
RF
True Diversity Receiver EM 2050
MHz
SKM2000 SKM2000
MUTE
PEAK
B.Ch: 20.64
**2000**
040
-10
MHz
543.200
-20
-30
SKM2000
EQ:
-40
MUTE
+ 12dB
P
AF
PEAK
B.Ch: 20.64
040
-10
30
MHz
543.200
-20
20
-30
EQ:
10
-40
MUTE
P
+ 12dB
AF
RF
* each fitted with a 3-pin special audio connector
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The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter
Overview of the microphones and instrument cables:
Microphone/instrument cable Type
MKE 1 clip-on microphone
Pick-up pattern
omni-directional
ME 102 clip-on microphone cardioid
ME 104 clip-on microphone cardioid
condenser
ME 105 clip-on microphone super-cardioid
HSP 2 headmic omni-directional
HSP 4 headmic cardioid
CI 1-4 instrument cable – –
The frequency bank system
The bodypack transmitter is available in 5 UHF frequency ranges with up
to 3,000 transmission frequencies per frequency range:
Range
516 – 558
500 600 700 800
Aw:
Range
Gw:
558 – 626
Range Bw:
626 – 698
Range
Cw:
718 – 790
Range Dw:
790 – 865
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
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Delivery includes
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 SK 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.
Delivery includes
The packaging contains the following items:
1 SK 2000 bodypack transmitter
2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V
1 instruction manual
1 frequency information sheet
1 RF power information sheet
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Product overview
Product overview
Overview of the SK 2000 bodypack transmitter
쐋
Microphone/instrument input
(MIC/LINE), 3-pole special audio
socket, lockable
MUTE switch
Antenna
Operation and battery status
indicator, red LED:
lit = ON
flashing = LOW BATT
Charging contacts
SET button
왖/왔 rocker button (UP/DOWN)
Battery compartment
Battery compartment cover
(metal)
Battery compartment catches
Infra-red interface
Audio overmodulation indicator,
yellow LED:
lit = AF PEAK
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ON/OFF button
with ESC function (cancel)
Display panel, backlit in orange
Product overview
Overview of the displays
After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the “Frequency/
Name” standard display. For further illustrations and examples of the
different standard displays, refer to page 15. The display backlighting is
automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.
543.200
MHz
**2000**
P
AF
Display Meaning
Audio level “AF” Modulation of the bodypack transmitter with
MUTE
peak hold function
When the audio input level is excessively high,
the “AF” display shows full deflection and, in
addition, the yellow AF PEAK LED lights up:
Frequency Current transmission frequency
Name Freely selectable name of the transmitter
Transmission icon RF signal is being transmitted
Lock mode icon Lock mode is activated
“P” (pilot tone) Pilot tone transmission is activated
“MUTE” Microphone or line input is muted
Battery status Charge status:
approx. 100%
approx. 70%
approx. 30%
charge status is critical
LOW BATT LED
, the red
is flashing:
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation
Putting the bodypack transmitter into
operation
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
(see “Accessories” on page 33).
왘 Open the battery compartment by pushing the two catches in the
direction of the arrows and open the cover .
왘 Insert the two batteries or the accupack as shown above. Please
observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries/accupack.
왘 Close the battery compartment.
The battery compartment cover locks into place with an audible
click.
Charging the accupack
To charge the bodypack transmitter with the BA 2015 accupack (see
“Accessories” on page 33) installed:
왘 Insert the bodypack transmitter into the L 2015 charger (see “Accesso-
ries” on page 33).
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.
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation
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 MIC/LINE (3-pole special audio
socket).
왘 Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the CI 1-4
instrument cable (see “Accessories” on page 33).
왘 Connect the 3-pin special audio connector from the Sennheiser
microphone or instrument cable to the socket MIC/LINE .
왘 Lock the 3-pin special audio connector by screwing down the coupling
ring .
왘 Via the operating menu, adjust the sensitivity of the microphone/line
input (see page 20).
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation
Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing
You can use supplied bodypack pouch or 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.
To detach the belt clip:
왘 Lift the belt clip as shown.
왘 Press down the belt clip at one fixing point and pull it out of the
transmitter housing.
왘 Repeat for the other side.
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Using the bodypack transmitter
Using the bodypack transmitter
To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows:
1. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver).
2. Switch the bodypack transmitter on (see next section).
The transmission link is established and the display backlighting of the
receiver changes from red to orange.
It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 28.
If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and
receiver, read the chapter “Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a
receiver” on page 28.
Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off
왘 Push the two battery compartment catches and open the battery
compartment cover .
To switch the bodypack transmitter on (online operation):
ON/OFF
왘 Briefly press the ON/OFF button .
The bodypack transmitter transmits an RF signal. The
“Frequency/Name” standard display appears on the display
panel. The red ON LED lights up and the transmission
icon is displayed.
To switch the bodypack transmitter on and to deactivate the RF signal on
switch-on (offline operation):
ON/OFF
왘 Keep the ON/OFF button pressed until “RF Mute On?”
appears on the display panel.
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Using the bodypack transmitter
SET
왘 Press the SET button.
The transmission frequency is displayed but the bodypack
transmitter does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission
icon is not displayed. When the pilot tone function is
activated on both bodypack transmitter and receiver,
“RF Mute” appears on the receiver’s display panel.
543.200
**2000**
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
SET
왘 Press the ON/OFF button.
“RF Mute Off” appears on the display panel.
왘 Press the SET button.
The transmission icon is displayed again.
MHz
To switch the bodypack transmitter off:
왘 If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see next chapter).
ON/OFF
왘 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 23). If the lock mode is activated, you have to
temporarily deactivate it in order to be able to operate the bodypack
transmitter:
SET
ON/OFF
왘 Press the SET button or the ON/OFF button.
“Locked” appears on the display panel.
왘 Press the rocker button.
“Unlock?” appears on the display panel.
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