Sennheiser SK 5212-II L Users Manual
SK 5212-II
Instruction manual
Contents
Contents
Important safety instructions .................................................................................................................. 2
The SK 5212-II bodypack transmitter .................................................................................................... 3
Delivery includes ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Product overview ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Overview of the SK 5212-II bodypack transmitter ........................................................................ 6
Overview of the displays ..................................................................................................................... 7
Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation .............................................................................. 8
Inserting and changing the battery .................................................................................................. 8
Connecting the microphone ................................................................................................................ 8
Connecting the antenna ...................................................................................................................... 9
Attaching the transmitter to clothing .............................................................................................. 9
Using the bodypack transmitter .......................................................................................................... 10
Switching the transmitter on/off ................................................................................................... 10
Doing a frequency check ................................................................................................................... 11
The automatic lock mode (autolock function) ............................................................................. 11
Using operating menu ............................................................................................................................ 13
The buttons ......................................................................................................................................... 13
Overview of the operating menu .................................................................................................... 14
Working with the operating menu ................................................................................................. 15
Overview of the menus ..................................................................................................................... 18
Adjustment tips for the operating menu ........................................................................................... 20
Selecting a channel – “CHAN“ ......................................................................................................... 20
Selecting the frequencies to be stored in the frequency bank “VAR” – “TUNE” .................. 20
Entering a name – “NAME” .............................................................................................................. 22
Adjusting the microphone sensitivity – “ATTEN” ....................................................................... 22
Adjusting the bass roll-off frequency – “LOWCUT” .................................................................... 23
Selecting the standard display – “VIEW” ...................................................................................... 23
Loading the factory-preset default settings – “RESET” ............................................................. 23
Activating/deactivating the automatic lock mode – “LOCK” ................................................... 24
Adjusting the output power – “POWER” ...................................................................................... 24
Displaying the software revision – “SW--REV“ ............................................................................ 24
Exiting the operating menu – “EXIT” ............................................................................................. 25
Cleaning the bodypack transmitter ..................................................................................................... 25
Recommendations and tips ................................................................................................................... 25
If a problem occurs ... .............................................................................................................................. 26
Accessories ................................................................................................................................................ 27
Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 28
Manufacturer Declarations .................................................................................................................... 31
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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: This product should be protected against the ingress of liquids (eg:
water, sweat, etc.) as this can cause malfunctions due to shortages or corrosion,
etc.
Intended use
Intended use of the product includes:
• having read this instruction manual 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 5212-II bodypack transmitter
The SK 5212-II bodypack transmitter
The SK 5212-II is a professional bodypack transmitter that is easy to use and is easily adaptable
to a wide variety of applications.
The SK 5212-II bodypack transmitter has the following features:
• Extremely compact diecast metal housing
• Very rugged casing
• Special protection against the ingress of moisture
• Backlit LC display
• Menu-assisted operation
• Specially suitable for multi-channel applications
• Up to 184 MHz switching bandwidth
• Transmission frequencies tuneable in steps of 5 kHz
• Adjustable output power:
10 mW, 10 mW Low Intermodulation mode (LoI), 50 mW.
In Low Intermodulation mode (LoI), the intermodulation performance is significantly
improved
• Constant output power until the battery is completely discharged
• Audio sensitivity adjustable in steps of 1 dB, sensitivity range of 70 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio typ. 110 dB(A)
• Switchable low-cut filter
• Battery status display, battery status also transmitted to the receiver
• Reliable, easy-to-use clip attachment
Information on the compander system
This product is equipped with HiDynplus™, the Sennheiser noise reduction system that reduces RF
interference. HiDynplus™ offers extreme operational reliability and ensures highest transmission
quality.
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The SK 5212-II bodypack transmitter
Optimized for maximum
transmission reliability
Additionally available
channels in
Low Intermodulation mode
The frequency bank system
The transmitter is available in five UHF frequency ranges with up to 184 MHz switching
bandwidth:
Range
N-GB
606–790 MHz
Range
N-US
614.075 –
697.925 MHz
Range
N
614–798 MHz
Range
L
470–638 MHz
400 600 700500 800 900 MHz
Range
P
776 – 866 MHz
The transmitter has two frequency banks:
Channel Frequency bank
“FIX” “VAR”
1 The transmission frequencies are factory-
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...
preset (see enclosed frequency table) and
cannot be changed.
The transmission frequencies can
be freely selected within the
switching bandwidth.
max. 59
The factory-preset frequencies within the frequency bank “FIX” are interference and
intermodulation-free.
Set all transmitters of your multi-channel system to different channels within the
frequency bank “FIX”.
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Suitable receivers
• EM 1046 system
• EM 3532, EM 3031, EM 3032
• EK 3041, EK 3241
• EM 3731, EM 3732, EM 3732 COM
• EM 3731-II, EM 3732-II, EM 3732 COM-II
Delivery includes
Delivery of the bodypack transmitter includes:
1 SK 5212-II bodypack transmitter
1 AA size battery, 1.5 V
antennas for different frequency ranges
1 belt clip
1 instruction manual
1 frequency table
1 supplement “Legal requirements for the use of radiomicrophones”
Delivery includes
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Product overview
Product overview
Overview of the SK 5212-II bodypack transmitter
Microphone input
Red LED for operation and battery status
indication
(ON/LOW BATT/PEAK)
Antenna socket
LC display, backlit
Battery compartment
Battery compartment cover
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Battery compartment catches
Type plate
Multi-function switch with three switch
positions:
(DOWN), (UP) and SET
ON/OFF button with ESC function (cancel)
Product overview
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Overview of the displays
Display backlighting
When the lock mode is deactivated, the LC display remains backlit for approx. 20 seconds after
pressing a button.
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1
dBCH
876
3
RF
AF
MHz
Alphanumeric display
Level display for audio signal “AF”
“RF” – appears when an RF signal is
transmitted
Lock mode icon (lock mode is
activated)
Operation and battery status indication
Red LED ... Meaning
... lights up normally The transmitter is switched on and the capacity of the battery is
sufficient (ON).
... is flashing The battery is going flat (LOW BATT)!
... lights up brightly The transmitter is fully modulated (PEAK).
“MHz” – appears when the transmission
frequency is displayed
“dB” – appears when the microphone
sensitivity is displayed
“CH” – appears when the channel number is
displayed
Battery status display
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation
Putting the bodypack transmitter into
operation
Inserting and changing the battery
For powering the transmitter, use a 1.5 V AA size battery.
Open the battery compartment by pushing the two
catches in the direction of the arrows and open the
cover .
Insert the battery as shown in the diagram on the left.
Please observe correct polarity when inserting the
battery.
Close the battery compartment.
Connecting the microphone
The transmitter is designed for use with Sennheiser lavalier microphones and headmics. The
power supply of these microphones is via the microphone input of the transmitter.
Connect the microphone to the microphone input of
the transmitter.
Screw down the coupling ring.
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation
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Only use antennas that match the frequency range of
the transmitter.
The frequency range is printed on the antenna.
Connecting the antenna
The transmitter is supplied with plug-on antennas: Choose the antenna that matches the
frequency range used.
Connect the antenna to the antenna socket of the
transmitter.
Screw down the coupling ring.
Attaching the transmitter to clothing
The transmitter is attached to clothing (e.g. belt, waistband)
with the supplied belt clip.
The clip is detachable so that you can also attach the
transmitter with the antenna pointing downwards. To do so,
withdraw the clip from its fixing points and attach it the
other way round.
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Using the bodypack transmitter
Using the bodypack transmitter
Switching the transmitter on/off
Open the battery compartment.
To switch the transmitter on:
Briefly press the ON/OFF button .
The red LED lights up normally and the standard
display is shown on the LC display panel ; after a short
pause, “RF” appears on the LC display panel.
Remove the battery when the transmitter will not be used for extended periods of time.
The transmitter can only be switched off when the lock mode is deactivated (see
page 11).
When in the setting mode of the operating menu, the ON/OFF button will cancel your
entry (ESC function).
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To switch the transmitter off, press the ON/OFF button
until “OFF” appears on the LC display panel .
The red LED and the LC display panel go off.
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