SKM 2000 Instruction manual
Contents The SKM 2000 radio microphone ..................................................................... 3 Areas of application ........................................................................................ 3 The frequency bank system .......................................................................... 4 Delivery includes .................................................................................................. 5 Product overview ..................................................
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.
The SKM 2000 radio microphone The SKM 2000 radio microphone This radio microphone 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.
The SKM 2000 radio microphone The frequency bank system The radio microphone is available in 5 UHF frequency ranges with up to 3,000 transmission frequencies per frequency range: Range Aw: 516 – 558 500 Range Gw: 558 – 626 600 Range Bw: 626 – 698 Range Cw: 718 – 790 700 Range Dw: 790 – 865 800 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 ...
Delivery includes Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SKM 2000 radio microphone 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V 1 microphone clamp 8 color-coded protection rings 1 pouch 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 1 RF power information sheet You additionally require 1 microphone head.
Product overview Product overview Overview of the SKM 2000 radio microphone 쐃 Microphone head (interchangeable) 쐎 Operation and battery status indicator, red LED: 쐇 Name and pick-up pattern of the lit = ON microphone head flashing = LOW BATT 쐋 Body of radio microphone 쐅 Charging contacts 쐏 Battery compartment 쐈 Multi-function switch: (not visible from outside) (UP) 쐄 Display panel, backlit in orange (DOWN) 쐂 Infra-red interface (SET) 쐆 Antenna 쐊 Color-coded protection ring; (available in different col
Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the radio microphone 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. 햲 햵 햳 햴 543.
Putting the radio microphone into operation Putting the radio microphone into operation 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 (see “Accessories” on page 31). Unscrew the lower part of the radio microphone from the radio microphone’s body 쐋 by turning it counterclockwise. 쐋 When unscrewing the radio microphone during operation, the muting function is automatically activated.
Putting the radio microphone into operation Insert the batteries or the BA 2015 accupack as shown on the battery compartment cover. Observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries/accupack. 씈 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.
Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the microphone head Unscrew the microphone head 쐃. 쐃 Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the microphone head 쐃. The contacts can become dirty or damaged if touched. When unscrewing the microphone head 쐃 during operation, the muting function is automatically activated. “MUTE” appears on the display panel.
Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the color-coded protection ring The color-coded protection ring 쐊 prevents the multi-function switch 쐈 from accidental operation. Protection rings 쐊 in different colors are available as accessories (see “Accessories” on page 31). The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone. Remove the color-coded protection ring 쐊 as shown. 쐊 쐊 Put on a new protection ring 쐊 as shown.
Using the radio microphone Using the radio microphone To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 2. Switch the radio microphone 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 27.
Using the radio microphone Press the multi-function switch. The transmission frequency is displayed but the radio microphone does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon 햵 is not displayed. When the pilot tone function is activated on both radio microphone and receiver, “RF Mute” appears on the receiver’s display panel. 543.
Using the radio microphone Holding the radio microphone correctly CAUTION! Reduced transmission range! If you touch the antenna 쐆 of the radio microphone, the transmission range will be considerably reduced! Only hold the radio microphone by its body 쐋. 쐆 Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 23).
Using the radio microphone Activating/deactivating the RF signal Deactivating the RF signal on switch-on For information on deactivating the RF signal on switch-on, refer to the chapter “Switching the radio microphone on/off” on page 12. Deactivating the RF signal during operation ON/OFF When one of the standard displays is shown on the display panel, briefly press the ON/OFF button. “RX Mute On?” appears on the display panel. Press the multi-function switch to confirm your selection.
Using the operating menu Using the operating menu A special feature of the Sennheiser 2000 series is the consistent, intuitive menu structure of transmitters and receivers. As a result, adjustments to the settings can be made quickly – even in stressful situations, for example on stage or during a live show or presentation.
Using the operating menu Overview of the operating menu Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Frequency Preset Name Low Cut Auto Lock Advanced Exit Display Extended menu “Advanced” Tune RF Power Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit Function of the menu item Page Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Frequency Preset Name Low Cut Auto Lock Advanced Exit Adjusts the sensitivity “AF” Sets the frequency bank and the channel Enters a freely selectable name Activates/deactivates the low-cut filter Activates/
Using the operating menu Working with the operating menu If the lock mode is activated, you have to deactivate it In order to be able to work with the operating menu (see page 14). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu. Changing from a standard display to the operating menu Press the multi-function switch. The current standard display is replaced by the main menu. The last selected menu item is displayed.
Using the operating menu Canceling an entry ON/OFF Press the ON/OFF button to cancel the entry. The current standard display appears on the display panel. To subsequently return to the last edited menu item: Press the multi-function switch so many times until the last edited menu item appears. Exiting a menu item Change to the “Exit” menu item. Menu Exit Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Adjusting settings via the operating menu Make use of the possibility to adjust settings via the operating menu of your receiver and to transfer these settings to the radio microphone. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the receiver. The relevant information is marked with the icon.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Input sensitivity is adjusted... Effect/display ... too high Close talking distances, speakers with loud voices or loud music passages cause overmodulation in the transmission link. The audio level display “AF” 햲 shows full deflection for the duration of the overmodulation. ... correctly The audio level display “AF” 햲 shows full deflection only during the loudest passages. ... too low The transmission link is undermodulated.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Overview of the frequency banks and channels: Frequency bank Channels Type “1” to “20” up to 64 per frequency bank System bank, frequencies are factory-preset “U1” to “U6” up to 64 per frequency bank User bank, frequencies are freely selectable When setting up multi-channel systems, please observe the following: Only the factory-preset transmission frequencies within one frequency bank (“1” to “20”) are intermodulation-free.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Activating/deactivating the low-cut filter – “Low Cut” Menu Low Cut EQ Low Cut EQ Low Cut EQ Call up “Low Cut” Select the desired setting Store the setting “Stored” The low-cut filter suppresses low-frequency noise such as wind and pop noise. Move the multi-function switch to select the desired setting.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu The extended menu “Advanced Menu“ Setting the transmission frequencies and the frequency banks “U1” to “U6” – “Tune” When you have selected one of the system banks and then select the “Tune” menu, the radio microphone automatically switches to channel 1 of the frequency bank “U1”. In this case, “U1.1” briefly appears on the display panel. Upon delivery, the channels of the frequency banks “U1” to “U6” are not assigned a transmission frequency.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Selecting a frequency bank and a channel and assigning this channel a transmission frequency Move the multi-function switch until the “Tune” menu item appears. Keep the multi-function switch pressed until the frequency bank selection appears. Advanced Menu Tune 543.200 MHz Call up “Tune” (special function) Tu n e 543.200 MHz B.Ch: U1. 1 Tu n e 543.200 MHz B.Ch: U1.
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Activating/deactivating the pilot tone transmission – “Pilot Tone” Advanced Menu Name Pilot Tone Active Pilot Active Pilot Inactive Call up “Pilot Tone” Select the desired setting Store the setting “Stored” The radio microphone adds an inaudible signal, known as the pilot tone, to the transmitted signal. The receiver detects and evaluates the pilot tone.
Synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver Synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver When synchronizing the radio microphone with a receiver, please observe the following: Only use a transmitter and a receiver from the same frequency range (see the type plates on the transmitter and the receiver). Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information sheet.
Cleaning the radio microphone Cleaning the radio microphone CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the radio microphone! Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the radio microphone. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. Use a cloth to clean the radio microphone from time to time.
Recommendations and tips Recommendations and tips ... for optimum sound • Hold the radio microphone in the middle of the microphone body. Holding it close to the sound inlet basket will influence the radio microphone’s pick-up pattern. • You can vary the bass reproduction by increasing/decreasing the talking distance. • For best results, make sure that the sensitivity is correctly adjusted. ...
If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution Radio microphone cannot be operated, “Locked” appears on the display panel Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode (see page 14). No operation indication Batteries are flat or Replace the batteries or accupack is flat recharge the accupack (see page 9).
Accessories Accessories The following accessories are available from your specialist dealer: Cat. No.
Specifications Specifications RF characteristics Modulation wideband FM Frequency ranges 516–558, 558–626, 626–698, 718–790, 790–865 MHz (Aw to Dw, Gw, see page 4) Transmission frequencies up to 3,000 frequencies, tuneable in steps of 25 kHz 20 frequency banks, each with up to 64 factory-preset channels 6 frequency banks, each with up to 64 user programmable channels Switching bandwidth up to 75 MHz Nominal/peak deviation ±24 kHz/±48 kHz Frequency stability ≤ ±15 ppm RF output power at 50 Ω sw
Specifications Power consumption: • at nominal voltage typ. 180 mA (30 mW) • with switched-off radio microphone ≤ 25 μA Operating time typ. 8 hrs Dimensions approx. ∅ 50 x 265 mm Weight (incl. batteries) approx.
Manufacturer Declarations 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 website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.
Manufacturer Declarations Statements regarding FCC and Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Index Index Accessories 31 Accupack charging 9 inserting 8 Activating/deactivating lock mode (Auto Lock) 23 pilot tone 26 Adjusting input sensitivity (Sensitivity) 20 transmission power 25 Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview 17 settings 24 AF (audio level) 7 Auto Lock (activating/deactivating the lock mode) 23 B Batteries, inserting 8 Buttons (function of the ~) 16 C Changing color-coded protection ring 11 microphone head 10 Channel assigning a frequency 25 overview 4 selecting (Frequency Preset) 21 sel
Index Microphone heads changing 10 overview 3 suitable ~ 3 Modulation (input sensitivity/ adjusting the sensitivity) 21 N Name (entering a name) 22 O Offline operation (RF signal deactivated) 12 Online operation (RF signal activated) 12 Operating menu overview 17 using 18 P Pilot tone activating/deactivating 26 transmission 26 R Radio microphone cleaning 28 switching on/off 12 synchronizing with receiver 27 Reset (resetting the settings in the operating menu) 26 RF Mute On/Off (activating/ deactivating the
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