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SK 500
Instruction manual
Contents
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Important safety instructions ............................................... |
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The SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter .................................. |
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The frequency bank system .............................................. |
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Areas of application ............................................................ |
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Delivery includes ....................................................................... |
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Product overview ...................................................................... |
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Overview of the SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter ....... |
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Overview of the displays ................................................... |
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation ............ |
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Inserting the batteries/accupack ..................................... |
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Charging the accupack ...................................................... |
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Connecting the microphone cable/instrument cable ... |
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Attaching and positioning the microphones ................ |
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Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing ..... 11 |
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Using the bodypack transmitter ........................................ |
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Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off .............. |
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Deactivating the lock mode temporarily ..................... |
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Muting the audio signal or deactivating the |
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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 |
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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 bodypack transmitter with a |
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receiver .................................................................................... |
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Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with the |
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receiver – individual operation ...................................... |
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Synchronizing bodypack transmitters with |
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receivers – multi-channel operation ............................ |
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Cleaning the bodypack transmitter .................................. |
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Recommendations and tips ................................................ |
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If a problem occurs ... ........................................................... 31 |
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Specifications ......................................................................... |
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Connector assignment .................................................... |
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Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of |
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the microphones ............................................................... |
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An animated instruction manual can be viewed 
on the SK 500 G3 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.
Intended use
Intended use of the ew 500 G3 series products includes:
•having read these instructions especially the chapter “Important safety instructions”,
•using the products within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the products other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
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The SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter
The SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter
This bodypack transmitter is part of the evolution wireless series generation 3 (ew G3). 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 evolution wireless 500 G3 series:
•Optimized PLL synthesizer and microprocessor technology
•HDX noise reduction system
•Pilot tone squelch control
•True diversity technology
•Switching bandwidth of 42 MHz
•Increased immunity to intermodulation and interferences in multi-channel operation
The frequency bank system
The bodypack transmitter is available in 7 UHF frequency ranges with 1,680 transmission frequencies per frequency range:
Range GB:
606 – 648
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Range A: |
Range G: |
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Range B: |
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Range C: |
Range D: |
Range E: |
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516 – 558 |
566 – 608 |
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626 – 668 |
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734 – 776 |
780 – 822 |
823 – 865 |
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Each frequency range (A–E, G, GB) offers 26 frequency banks with up to 32 channels each:
Channel 1 – frequency preset
Channel 2 – frequency preset
Frequency bank 1... 20
Channel 32 – frequency preset
Channel 1 – freely selectable frequency
Channel 2 – freely selectable frequency
Frequency bank U1 ... U6
Channel 32 – 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.
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The SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter
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 500 G3 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 intermodulation-free.
Areas of application
The bodypack transmitter can be combined with the EM 500 G3 rack-mount receiver.
The EM 500 G3 rack-mount receiver is available in the same UHF frequency ranges and is equipped with the same frequency bank system with factory-preset frequencies.
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.
Transmitter |
Combinable with |
Receiver |
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SK 500 G3 |
• Clip-on |
EM 500 G3 |
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microphones: |
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ME 2, ME 4, |
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MKE 2, MKE 40 |
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•Headmics: ME 3, HSP 2,
HSP 4 |
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cable: |
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PEAK0 |
B.Ch: 20.30 |
ew500 G3 |
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CI 1 |
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542.625 |
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-10 |
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-30 |
EQ |
SKM500 |
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RF |
AF |
P + 12dB |
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Overview of the microphones and instrument cables:
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instrument cable |
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Pick-up pattern |
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ME 2 clip-on |
pre-polarized |
– omni |
microphone |
condenser |
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ME 4 clip-on |
microphone |
– cardioid |
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microphone |
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MKE 2 clip-on |
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– omni |
microphone |
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ME 3 headmic |
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– cardioid |
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MKE 40 clip-on |
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– cardioid |
microphone |
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HSP 2 headmic |
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– omni |
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HSP 4 headmic |
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– cardioid |
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CI 1 instrument cable |
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Delivery includes
Delivery includes
The packaging contains the following items: 1 SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter
2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V
1 instruction manual
1 frequency information sheet
1 supplement “Framework requirements and restrictions on frequency usage”
1 BPP 1 bodypack pouch
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Product overview
Product overview
Overview of the SK 500 G3 bodypack transmitter
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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
UP/DOWN button /
Battery compartment
Battery compartment coverBattery compartment catchesInfra-red interface
ON/OFF button
with ESC function (cancel)
Display panel, backlit in orange
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Product overview
Overview of the displays
After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 16.
The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.
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542.625MHz |
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ew500 G3 |
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AF P MUTE 
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Audio level “AF” |
Modulation of the bodypack |
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transmitter with peak hold |
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function |
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When the transmitter’s audio |
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input level is excessively high, the |
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“AF” display shows full deflection |
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and, in addition, the yellow |
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AF PEAK LED lights up: |
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Frequency |
Current transmission frequency |
Name |
Freely selectable name of the |
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transmitter |
Transmission icon |
RF signal is being transmitted |
Lock mode icon |
Lock mode is activated |
“P” (pilot tone) |
Pilot tone transmission is |
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“MUTE” |
Audio signal is muted/ |
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RF signal is deactivated |
Battery status |
Charge status: |
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approx. 100% |
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approx. 70% |
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approx. 30% |
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charge status is |
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critical, the red |
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LOW BATTERY LED |
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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 (optional accessory).
Open the battery compartment by pushing the two catches in the direction of the arrows and open the cover .
Insert the two batteries or the accupack as shown above. Please observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries/accupack.
Close the battery compartment.
The battery compartment cover locks into place with an audible click.
Charging the accupack
To charge the BA 2015 accupack (optional accessory) installed in the bodypack transmitter:
Insert the bodypack transmitter into the L 2015 charger (optional accessory).
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.
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 MIC/ LINE socket (3.5 mm jack socket).
Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the CI 1 instrument cable (optional accessory).
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation
Connect the 3.5 mm jack plug from the Sennheiser microphone or instrument cable to the MIC/LINE socket (3.5 mm jack socket).
Lock the 3.5 mm jack plug by screwing down the coupling ring .
Via the operating menu, adjust the sensitivity of the microphone/line input (see page 21).
Attaching and positioning the microphones
ME 2
Use the microphone clip to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel).
Attach the ME 2 microphone as close as possible to the sound source.
The ME 2 clip-on microphone has an omni-directional pick-up pattern. It is therefore not necessary to position it precisely.
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 (e.g. mouth).
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation
ME 4
Use the microphone clip to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel).
The ME 4 clip-on microphone has a cardioid pick-up pattern.
Position the ME 4 so that its sound inlet is directed towards the sound source (e.g. mouth).
MKE 2
Use the microphone clip to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel).
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The MKE 2 clip-on microphone has an omni-directional pickup pattern. It is therefore not necessary to position it precisely.
HSP 2/HSP 4
Adjust the headmic so that a comfortable and secure fit is ensured.
The HSP 2 headmic has an omni-directional pick-up pattern. It is therefore not necessary to position it precisely.
The HSP 4 headmic has a cardioid pick-up pattern.
Position the microphone so that its sound inlet is directed towards the sound source (e.g. mouth).
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