Sennheiser EK 2000 User's Manual
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1. IJ SENNHEISER Instruction manual Contents Important Safety instructions 00 0 eeecsseeecseeseeseesceecseesecsessssaseesesserseesaeeas 2 The EK 2000 diversity receiver cccccseessssscsecssesscsssssessesercsssssesesseeseeseeenes 3 The Frequency bank SYSTEM ccceescssescsssescsseesseescsseseseecssseessesssssserseesaseaees 4 Areas of application sissasssssvsisnnosencorvosusietwiensvsncsovictentensdaisaisvesdivecdostisseniuneoacoun 5 D livery includes saarissa N 5 Product OVET VIEW eiponiiisriin inene eE EEEE AEEA 6 Overview of the EK 2000 diversity receiver uu seeseseescessescsseseeseeeeessesees 6 Overview of the displays cc escsssseesesccssssssssescsssescsessessesscssseeseesseseesaeenseeees 7 Putting the diversity receiver into operation eessessesesssseerseseseressrrsersess 9 Inserting the batteries accupack s ssssssssssssssssssssesesesesesesessesrerseseseseseseses 9 Charging the accuppa 6 oessoed nana anann me ieee oem anne nerem st 9 Mounting the diversity receiver to a camera u eeeesssseseeceeteetecteeeeaeees 10 Using the diversity receiver cccssscsesscsssccsssssssesssssscessseseserseseessseaseas 12 Switching the diversity receiver on off ceseseeeseeectseseeeseeseseeecseeees 12 Deactivating the lock mode temporarily ou eeeestecteeteeseteeeecteeeeeaeees 13 Selecting a Standard display uc sescscssccssscssssecsssscsessecsesssesessessseecees 13 Using the operating Menu ccscsssss2. Set Advanced Menu Pilot AY Pilot Pilot Tone Active Call up Select the desired Store the setting Pilot Tone setting Set Stored The transmitter adds an inaudible signal known as the pilot tone to the transmitted signal The diversity receiver detects and evaluates the pilot tone The pilot tone supports the diversity receiver s squelch function thus protecting against interference due to RF signals from other devices No icon The pilot tone evaluation is deactivated p The pilot tone evaluation is activated but the receiver does not receive a pilot tone g The pilot tone evaluation is activated The receiver receives a pilot tone Adjusting the contrast of the display panel LCD Contrast Set Advanced Menu _ LCD Contrast AY LCD Contrast LCD Contrast T Call up Select the desired Store the setting LCD Contrast setting Set Stored You can adjust the contrast of the display panel in 16 steps 27 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Resetting the settings made in the operating menu Reset SET Advanced Menu Reset Reset Call up Reset Select the desired setting apply the setting AV Stored When resetting the settings made in the operating menu only the selected settings for the pilot tone and for the frequency banks U1 to U6 remain unchanged For an overview of the factory preset default settings refer to the enclosed fre
3. receiver 21 Adjusting settings via the operating menu CAUTION Danger of hearing 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 gt Always make sure that the squelch is switched on gt Before adjusting the squelch threshold set the volume of the headphone output PHONES to the minimum see page 21 gt Never change the squelch threshold during a live transmission Adjust the squelch threshold with the transmitter switched off to the lowest possible setting that suppresses hissing noise A high squelch threshold reduces the transmission range zaa The squelch should only be switched off for servicing purposes With the squelch threshold set to 5 dB you switch the squelch off by keeping the DOWN rocker button pressed for 3 seconds BIGIEN Squelch is ti 1893 925MHz switched on OF 2000 The dotted line displays the squelch XP Ma damm threshold 151893 995MHz switched oe o4 2000 The dotted line 0 goes off and the audio 2o R D imum level display AF shows full deflection hissing noise If you have accidentally switched off the squelch gt Press the UP rocker button to switch the squelch on Scanning for releasing and selecting frequency presets Easy Setup Function of the men
4. 23 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Viathe Name menu item you can enter a freely selectable name e g the name of the performer for the receiver The name is displayed on the standard display see page 7 The name can consist of up to 8 characters such as e letters without pronounciation marks e numbers from 0 to 9 e special characters and spaces To enter a name proceed as follows vA P Press the rocker button to select a character SET gt Press the SET button to change to the next segment character or to store the complete entry Adjusting the audio output level AF Out SET Menu AF Out AY AF Out OE Ei B 0 dB Call up AF Out Select the desired Store the setting setting Stored Adjustment range 24 dB to 18 dB adjustable in 6 dB steps Via the AF Out menu item you can adjust the level of the audio output from the receiver to the input of the connected camera Activating deactivating the automatic lock mode Auto Lock SET Menu Auto Lock _ 4Y Auto Lock Active Call up Select the desired Store the setting Auto Lock setting SET Stored The lock mode prevents that the volume at the headphone output PHONES is accidentally adjusted In addition the lock mode prevents that the diver sity receiver is accidentally switched off or programed during operation The lock mode icon 5 G the current standard display indicates that the lock m
5. Insert the diversity receiver into the L 2015 charger see Accessories on page 35 The L 2015 charger can only charge the combination BA 2015 i accupack diversity receiver Standard batteries primary cells or individual rechargeable battery cells cannot be charged Putting the diversity receiver into operation Mounting the diversity receiver to a camera Use the supplied CA 2 camera adapter to mount the receiver to a camera s flash mount gt Determine where on the perforated plate the flash mount adapter will need to be fastened so that the receiver can best be attached to the camera gt At this position place a square nut under the perforated plate Fasten the flash mount adapter to the perforated plate using the square nut gt Lift one side of the belt clip as shown gt Press down the belt clip at one fixing point and pull it out of the receiver housing gt Repeat for the other side 10 Putting the diversity receiver into operation Place the perforated plate onto the rear of the receiver gt Reinsert the belt clip gt Use one of the supplied line cables to connect the line input of the camera to the socket 823 925 2 0 oon Hz IAF Via the operating menu of the diversity receiver adjust the level of the line output AF OUT to the input of the camera see page 24 The ground connection of the line cable
6. instruction manual Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third parties e Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual e Use only a cloth for cleaning the product e Do not place the product near any heat sources such as radiators stoves or other devices including amplifiers that produce heat e Only use attachments accessories specified by Sennheiser e 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 e WARNING To reduce the risk of short circuits do not use the product near water and do not expose it to rain or moisture e This product is also intended for professional use Commercial use is subject to the safety at work regulations Sennheiser as the manufac turer is therefore obliged to expressly point out possible health risks arising from use This product 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 durations can damage your hearing At higher volumes th
7. serves as the antenna for i the second diversity section For details on the connector assign ment refer to the diagram on page 37 gt Connect a pair of headphones to the socket gt Adjust the volume at the headphone output PHONES either via the operating menu or using the rocker button see page 21 11 Using the diversity receiver Using the diversity receiver To establish a transmission link proceed as follows 1 Switch the diversity receiver on see next section 2 Switch a transmitter on see the instruction manual of the trans mitter The transmission link is established and the receiver s RF level display RE Q reacts i It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 30 Ss If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver read the chapter Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver on page 30 Switching the diversity receiver on off gt Push the two battery compartment catches and open the battery compartment cover f To switch the diversity receiver on gt Press the ON OFF button The red ON LED lights up and the standard display Frequency Name appears on the display panel To switch the diversity receiver off gt Keep the ON OFF button pressed until OFF appears on the display panel The red ON LED goes off and the diversity receiver switches off Wh
8. andard display is replaced by the main menu The last selected menu item is displayed Selecting a menu item VA P Press the rocker button to change to the Frequency Preset menu item The current setting of the selected menu item is displayed Menu Frequency Preset B Ch 1 1 Changing and storing settings SET Menu Frequency Preset av Frequency Preset B Ch Ey 1 B Ch a3 B Ch 1 1 863 100MHz 824 500MHz Call up Frequency Select the frequency Select the channel Preset bank and confirm store the setting AY Stored AN SET Press the SET button to call up the menu item VA P Press the rocker button to set the frequency bank SET gt Press the SET button to confirm your selection VA gt Press the rocker button to set the channel SET Press the SET button to store the setting 18 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Canceling an entry on orr P 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 SET gt Press the SET button repeatedly until the last edited menu Q item appears Exiting a menu item To return to the next higher menu level VA P Change to the Exit menu item Menu SET gt Confirm your selection To directly return to the current standard display on orr P Press the ON OFF button Adjusting settings via the operating menu The main menu Me
9. dential 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 partic ular 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 inter ference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This class B digital device complies 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 device into operation please observe the respective country specific regulations 39 Index Index Accessories 35 Accupack charging 9 inserting 9 Advanced Menu extended menu overview 16 settings 25 AF Out adjusting the audio output level 24 Auto Lock activating deactivating the lock mode 24 Batteries battery status 8 inserting 9 Buttons functi
10. e 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 The EK 2000 diversity receiver 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 EK 2000 diversity receiver includes e having read these instructions especially the chapter Important safety instructions e 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 The EK 2000 diversity receiver This diversity receiver 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 e Optimized PLL synthesizer and microp
11. eck the squelch threshold exceeded setting see page 21 Reduce the distance between transmitter and receiver RF signal is deactivated Activate the RF signal RF Mute see the instruction manual of the transmitter RF signal Transmitter is muted Cancel the muting available no see the instruction manual audio signal of the transmitter MUTE Receiver s squelch Reduce the squelch threshold appeals on threshold is adjusted setting see page 21 the display too high panel Transmitter doesn t Deactivate the pilot tone transmit a pilot tone evaluation see page 27 Audio signal Transmitter sensitivity Adjust the transmitter has a high is adjusted too low sensitivity correctly level of back see the instruction manual ground noise of the transmitter 34 Accessories Problem Possible cause Possible solution Audio signalis Transmitter sensitivity Adjust the transmitter distorted is adjusted too high sensitivity correctly see the instruction manual of the transmitter Receiver s audio output Reduce the audio output level level is adjusted too AF Out see page 24 high No access During scanning Set the transmitter operating to a certain an RF signal has been on this channel to a different channel detected on this channel and redo the channel and the frequency preset scan channel has been locked see page 22 During scanning a Switch the transmitter off and transmitter of your redo t
12. en in the operating menu pressing the ON OFF button will H cancel your entry ESC function and return you to the current standard display 12 Using the diversity receiver Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the Auto Lock menu item see page 24 If the lock mode is activated you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the receiver SET gt Press the SET button ocked appears on the display panel vA P Press the rocker button Unlock appears on the display panel SET gt Press the SET button When you are in the operating menu the lock mode remains deactivated until you exit the operating menu When one of the standard displays is shown the lock mode is automatically activated after 10 seconds The lock mode icon 5 flashes prior to the lock mode being activated again 823 925Mhz E 9000 3 P LLL I RF IAF Selecting a standard display on orF P Press the ON OFF button to select a standard display Contents of the display Selectable standard display i Frequency Name o 2 with MUTE display 7 Rlar P OAM mma 823 925Mhz If no transmitter is linked no cata 2000 Ol Transmitter Parameters Frequency bank Channel Name B Ch 1 1 with display of the line output level 2000 a AF OUT D RaP 0 MEn 13 Using the operating
13. er 19 Transmitter synchronizing with receiver 30 34 Tune setting the receiving frequencies and the frequency banks Troubleshooting 25 41
14. he frequency preset scan system operating on see page 22 this channel has not been switched off 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 amp Support Accessories The following EK 2000 accessories are available from your specialist dealer 009950 BA 2015 accupack 009828 L 2015 charger 009827 DC 2 power adapter for external DC powering 12 V 009986 CA 2 camera adapter 005022 CL 1 line cable jack to jack balanced 087047 CL 500 line cable XLR 3 to jack balanced 35 Specifications Specifications RF characteristics Modulation Frequency ranges Receiving frequencies Switching bandwidth Nominal peak deviation Receiver principle Sensitivity with HDX peak deviation Adjacent channel rejection Intermodulation attenuation Blocking Squelch Pilot tone squelch AF characteristics Line Compander system S N ratio 1 MVpe peak deviation THD AF output voltage at peak deviation 1 kHz AF Output power at 2 4 V 5 THD and nominal deviation Adjustment range of line output level 36 wideband FM 516 558 558 626 626 698 718 790 790 865 MHz Aw to Dw Gw see page 4 up to 3 000 receiving frequencies tuneable in steps of 25 kHz 20 frequency bank
15. ht be that the freely selected frequencies are not inter modulation free If you are using frequencies from the frequency banks U1 to U6 it might be that the receiving frequencies are not intermod ulation free gt Contact your Sennheiser partner who will be pleased to calculate intermodulation free frequencies for you see www sennheiser com gt Set each diversity receiver to the same frequency bank U1 to U6 gt On one of the receivers select a channel within this frequency bank and assign this channel a receiving frequency see page 25 Synchronize a transmitter with this receiver see the instruction manual of the transmitter OR gt Manually set the transmitter to the same frequency bank and channel that you set on the receiver gt Repeat for the remaining transmitters and receivers as described above 31 Cleaning the diversity receiver Cleaning the diversity receiver CAUTION Liquids can damage the electronics of the receiver Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short circuit and damage the electronics gt Keep all liquids away from the receiver gt Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents gt Use a cloth to clean the diversity receiver from time to time 32 Recommendations and tips Recommendations and tips for the diversity receiver e Make sure that the antenna and the headphone or line cable do not cross e For best results make s
16. ing function oO fleas or line output level AF OUT Pilot tone P Charge status HEE approx 100 CEE approx 70 E approx 30 l charge status is critical the red CI LOW BATT LED is flashing 823 9 he IAF 25 2000 Hz P tir we Mute is only displayed on the Frequency Name standard display see page 13 when the transmitter s RF signal is deactivated The diversity receiver does then not output an audio signal The line output level AF OUT is only displayed on the Frequency bank Channel Name standard display see page 13 Activated pilot tone evaluation see page 27 Putting the diversity receiver into operation Putting the diversity receiver into operation Inserting the batteries accupack For powering the diversity receiver you can either use two 1 5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack or the DC 2 power adapter see Accessories on page 35 gt 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 by pressing on the center of the cover f The battery compartment cover locks into place with an audible click Charging the accupack To charge the BA 2015 accupack
17. ite at www sennheiser com or contact your Sennheiser partner In compliance with the following requirements e RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC e WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC as Please dispose of the diversity receiver at the end of its opera tional lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recy cling center for such equipment e Battery Directive 2006 66 EC The supplied batteries or rechargeable batteries can be recycled x 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 e CE 0682 e R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC The declarations are available at www sennheiser com Before putting the device into operation please observe the respective country specific regulations 38 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 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 resi
18. ization SKM Settings Selects an SKM radio microphone sets the parameters to be transferred and activates deactivates the synchronization ae SKP Settings Selects an SKP plug on transmitter sets the parameters to be transferred and activates deactivates the synchronization Exit Exits the Sync Settings submenu and returns to the extended menu Advanced Menu 16 Using the operating menu EN Function of the menu item SK Settings SKM Settings SKP Settings submenu Sensitivity Adjusts the input sensitivity Low Cut Actives deactivates the low cut filter SKM Settings only Auto Lock Activates deactivates the automatic lock mode Mute Mode Sets the mode for the MUTE switch SK Settings and SKP Settings only ae RF Power Adjusts the transmission power PhantomPower48V Activates deactivates the phantom powering SKP Settings only Cable Emulation Emulates guitar cable capacities SK Settings only Exit Exits the submenu and returns to the Sync Settings submenu 17 Using the operating menu Working with the operating menu If the lock mode is activated you have to deactivate it In order to i be able to work with the operating menu see page 13 By way of example of the Frequency Preset menu this section describes how to use the operating menu Changing from a standard display to the operating menu SET gt Press the SET button O The current st
19. le SK only capacities Inactive Active Minimum Low Medium High 29 Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver i When synchronizing a transmitter with a diversity receiver please observe the following SF gt Only use a transmitter and a diversity receiver from the same frequency range see the type plates on the transmitter and the diversity receiver gt Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information sheet You can also contact your Sennheiser partner who will be pleased to calculate intermodulation free frequencies for you gt Make sure that the desired frequencies are approved and legal in your country and if necessary apply for an operating license Upon delivery transmitter and diversity receiver are synchronized with each other If however you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and diversity receiver you have to synchronize the channels of the devices gt gt gt 30 Deactivate the RF signal on all transmitters see the instruction manual of the transmitter This prevents that during the frequency scan the channels used by switched on transmitters are displayed as used With a diversity receiver perform a frequency preset scan to scan the frequency banks for unused channels Scan New List see page 23 Select a frequency bank and a channel on this diver
20. lection on page 30 n VA Press the rocker button to set the MHz section of the frequency SET Press the SET button to confirm the MHz section of the O frequency The kHz section of the frequency is highlighted VA P Press the rocker button to set the kHz section of the frequency 25 Adjusting settings via the operating menu SET gt Press the SET button to confirm the frequency Stored appears on the display panel The Tune menu item appears again Selecting a channel and assigning this channel a frequency vA P Press the rocker button until the Tune menu item appears SET gt Press the SET button and keep it pressed until the frequency bank is highlighted SET SET Advanced Menu Qz Tune av Tune 823 925 MHz 823 925 MHz 823 925 MHz B ch W 1 B Ch U5 JEN Call up Tune Select the frequency Select the channel special function bank and confirm store the setting AV Stored VA P Press the rocker button to set the frequency bank SET gt Press the SET button to confirm the frequency bank The channel is highlighted VA Press the rocker button to set the channel SET gt Press the SET button to confirm the channel The frequency MHz section is highlighted gt Set the desired frequency MHz and kHz section as described in the previous chapter 26 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Activating deactivating the pilot tone evaluation Pilot Tone
21. m Main menu Menu Sync synchronizes a transmitter with the diversity 19 receiver Phones Volume Adjusts the volume at the headphone output 51 PHONES Squelch Adjusts the squelch threshold 21 Easy Setup Scans for unused frequency presets releases 39 and selects frequency presets Frequency Preset Sets the frequency bank and the channel 23 Name Enters a freely selectable name 23 AF Out Adjusts the level of the line output AF OUT 24 Auto Lock Activates deactivates the automatic lock 54 mode Advanced Calls up the extended menu Acvancec 35 Menu Exit Exits the operating menu and returns to the current standard display 15 Using the operating menu EN Function of the menu item Extended menu Advanced Menu Tune Sets the receiving frequencies for the frequency banks U1 to U6 gt Sets the frequency bank the channel and the receiving frequency frequency banks 25 UI to U6 Sync Settings Calls up the Sync Settings submenu 16 Pilot Tone Activates deactivates the pilot tone gt 7 evaluation LCD Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the display panel 27 Reset Resets the settings made in the operating 38 menu Software Revision Displays the current software revision 28 Exit Exits the extended menu Advanced Menu and returns to the main menu Sync Settings submenu SK Settings Selects an SK bodypack transmitter sets the parameters to be transferred and activates deactivates the synchron
22. 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 The buttons Function of the button Press the ON OFF button e ON OFF Press the SET button SET Press the rocker button VA 14 Switches the diversity receiver on and off Selects a standard display see page 13 Cancels the entry and returns to the current standard display ESC function Changes from the current standard display to the operating menu Calls up a menu item Enters a submenu Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu Adjusts the volume at the headphone output PHONES see page 21 Changes to the next previous menu item Changes the setting of a menu item Using the operating menu Overview of the operating menu Main menu onli eT Menu SK Settings Sync Extended menu SKM Settings Phones Volume Advanced Menu a o Squelch Easy Setup Tune Frequency Preset Name Pilot Tone Bh lee ek ne OE SK Settings LCD Contrast SKM Settings Auto Lock Reset SKP Settings Software Revision Exit Exit Sensitivity Low Cut SKM Auto Lock Mute Mode SK SKP RF Power Phantom Power48V SKP Cable Emulation SK Exit Display Function of the menu ite
23. nu Synchronizing a transmitter with the diversity receiver Sync You can synchronize a suitable transmitter of the 2000 series with the receiver By default the following parameters are transferred to the trans mitter during synchronization Setting Transferred parameters Frequency Preset Current receiving frequency see page 23 Name Current name set for the receiver see page 23 Pilot Tone Current pilot tone setting of the receiver Inactive Active see page 27 19 Adjusting settings via the operating menu parameters to be transferred to the transmitters see page 16 A Via the Sync Settings submenu you can adjust additional and 28 To transfer these parameters gt Switch the transmitter and the diversity receiver on gt On the receiver call up the Sync menu item Sync appears on the display panel of the receiver Place the infra red interface of the transmitter see the instruction manual of the transmitter in front of the infra red interface of the receiver The parameters are transferred to the transmitter When the transfer is completed appears on the display panel of the diversity receiver The receiver then switches back to the current standard display To cancel the transfer gt Press the ON OFF button on the receiver X appears on the display panel of the receiver X also appears if no t
24. ode is activated For information on how to use the lock mode refer to page 13 24 Adjusting settings via the operating menu The extended menu Advanced Menu To get into the extended menu Advanced Menu gt From the main menu select Advanced Setting the receiving 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 diversity receiver 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 receiving frequency Via the Tune menu item you can set a receiving frequency to be stored in the current channel or you can select a different channel in one of the frequency banks U1 to U6 and assign this channel a receiving frequency Setting a receiving frequency for the current channel VA P Press the rocker button until the Tune menu item appears SET gt Press the SET button The MHz section of the receiving frequency of the channel is highlighted Advanced Menu Tune aO Tune E2925 MHz 823 AJ MHz 823 925 MHz B Ch U1 1 B Ch U1 1 Call up Tune Select the frequency Select the channel special function bank and confirm store the setting AV Stored i It is vital to observe the notes on frequency se
25. om the EK 2000 product page on our website at www sennheiser com The frequency banks U1 to U6 allow you to freely select and store receiving frequencies It might be that these receiving frequencies are intermodulation free see page 30 Delivery includes Areas of application The receiver can be combined with the following transmitters of the 2000 series SK 2000 Bodypack transmitter SKM 2000 Radio microphone SKP 2000 Plug on transmitter For more information visit the EK 2000 product page on our website at www sennheiser com The transmitters 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 e atransmission system is ready for immediate use after switch on e several transmission systems can be operated simultaneously on the preset frequencies without causing intermodulation interference Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items EK 2000 diversity receiver AA size batteries 1 5 V CA 2 camera adapter CL 500 line cable CL 1 line cable instruction manual PPP PrP RP N PB frequency information sheet Product overview Product overview Overview of the EK 2000 diversity receiver Headphone output PHONES 3 5 mm jack socket lockable Line output AF OUT 3 5 mm jack socket lockable the ground contact is used by antenna II An
26. on of the ON OFF button 6 SET button 6 UP DOWN button 6 14 Channel assigning a frequency 26 selecting 23 setting a frequency 25 Displays adjusting the contrast of the dis play panel LCD Contrast 27 AF audio level 7 AFOUT 8 LOW BATT 8 MUTE 8 overview 7 RF RF level 7 Standard displays 13 40 Easy Setup scanning for releasing and selecting frequency presets 22 Frequency bank selecting 23 setting afrequency 25 system 4 Frequency Preset selecting a frequency bank channel 23 Frequency presets releasing Reset List 22 searching for unused Scan New List 22 selecting Current List 22 Headphones adjusting the volume 21 LCD Contrast adjusting the contrast of the display panel 27 Lock mode activating deactivating Auto Lock 24 deactivating temporarily 13 lock mode icon 7 Locked 13 LOW BATT 6 Menu 15 Menu main menu overview 15 settings 19 Name entering a name 23 Operating menu overview 15 settings 19 using 18 Phones Volume adjusting the volume at the headphone output 21 Pilot Tone activating deactivating the pilot tone evaluation 27 Receiver cleaning 32 mounting toacamera 10 switching off 12 switchingon 12 Index Reset resetting the settings made inthe operating menu 28 RF signal indication 6 Software Revision displaying the software revision 28 Squelch adjusting the squelch 21 Sync synchronizing a transmitter with the receiv
27. quency information sheet Displaying the software revision Software Revision You can display the current software revision of the diversity receiver The Sync Settings submenu Display Function SK Settings Calls up the SK Settings submenu SKM Settings Calls up the SKM Settings submenu SKP Settings Calls up the SKP Settings submenu Exit Exits the Sync Settings submenu and returns to the extended menu Advanced Menu SK Settings SKM Settings and SKP Settings Via the SK Settings SKM Settings and SKP Settings submenus you can set the transmitter parameters directly on the diversity receiver and activate or deactivate the transfer of these parameters to the transmitter Sensitivity activated 6dB Sync C Sensitivity deactivated 28 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Via the Sync menu item you can transfer the parameters from the receiver to the transmitters via the infra red interface see page 19 Sensitivity Adjusts the input sensitivity SK 60 dB to 0 dB adjustable in steps of 3 dB SKM and SKP 48 dB to O dB adjustable in steps of 6 dB Low Cut Low cut filter SKM only 1 Auto Lock Lock mode Inactive Active Mute Mode Mute mode Disabled RF On Off SK SKP only AF On Off RF Power Transmission power Low Standard High PhantomPower48V Phantom powering SKP only Cable Emulation Emulates guitar cab
28. ransmitter 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 20 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Adjusting the volume at the headphone output Phones Volume There are two ways to adjust the volume at the headphone output PHONES CAUTION Hearing damage due to high volumes Listening at high volume levels for long periods can lead to permanent hearing defects gt Set the volume to a low level before putting the head phones on gt Do not continuously expose yourself to high volumes 1 When one of the standard displays is shown on the display panel VA P Press the rocker button to adjust the volume at the head phone output PHONES 2 When you are in the operating menu SET Menu Phones Volume Av Phones Volume Phones Volume Ei mg 5 Call up Phones Select the desired Store the setting Volume setting SET Stored Adjustment range 0 to 50 Adjusting the squelch threshold Squelch Menu Squelch av Squelch ote EE oB 5 dB Call up Squelch Select the Store the setting desired setting SET Stored Adjustment range 5 to 25 dBuV adjustable in 2 dB steps can be switched off The squelch eliminates annoying noise when the transmitter is switched off or when there is no longer sufficient transmitter power received by the
29. rocessor technology e HDX noise reduction system e Adaptive diversity technology e Switching bandwidth of up to 75 MHz e Scan function Easy Setup for scanning the frequency banks for unused channels Adaptive diversity This diversity receiver uses the ground connection of the line cable as its second antenna to provide improved reception The EK 2000 diversity receiver The frequency bank system The receiver is available in 5 UHF frequency ranges with up to 3 000 receiving frequencies per frequency range Range Aw Range Gw Range Bw Range Cw Range Dw 516 558 558 626 626 698 718 790 790 865 500 600 700 800 MHz 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 Each of the channels in the frequency banks 1 to 20 has been factory preset to a fixed receiving 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 informa tion sheet can be downloaded fr
30. s each with up to 64 factory preset channels 6 frequency banks each with up to 64 user programmable channels up to 75 MHz 24 kHz 48 kHz adaptive diversity lt 4 uV typ 1 6 uV for 52 dBArms s n typ 80 dB typ 78 dB gt 80 dB Off 5 to 25 dBuV adjustable in steps of 2 dB can be switched off Sennheiser HDX Line gt 120 dBArms Phones approx 90 dBA m lt lt 0 9 Line 3 5 mm jack socket 17 dBu mono balanced Phones 2 x 12 mW at 32 Q 42 dB adjustable in steps of 6 dB Overall device Temperature range Power supply Nominal voltage Power consumption e at nominal voltage e with switched off receiver Operating time line operation Dimensions Weight incl batteries In compliance with Europe USA Approved by Canada Connector assignment Specifications 10 C to 55 C 2 AA size batteries 1 5 V or BA 2015 accupack 2AN typ 180 mA 30 mW lt 25 pA typ 9 hrs approx 82 x 64 x 24 mm approx 130 g EMC EN 301489 1 9 Radio EN 300422 1 2 Safety EN 60065 47 CFR 15 subpart B CE FE Industry Canada RSS 123 IC 2099A EK2000 limited to 806 MHz 3 5 mm jack plug wired balanced _ wird in parallel p Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH amp Co KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product For the current warranty conditions please visit our web s
31. sity receiver Current List see page 22 If you want to set up a multi channel system select a frequency bank with a sufficient number of unused channels for all planned transmis sion links Via the Sync Settings submenu you can set additional transmitter parameters directly on the diversity receiver and activate or deactivate the transfer of these parameters to the transmitter see page 28 Synchronize a transmitter with the diversity receiver see page 19 The receiver s frequency name pilot tone setting and where applies additional parameters activated via the Sync Settings submenu are transferred to the transmitter Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver OR gt Manually set the transmitter to the same frequency bank and channel that you set on the receiver Activate the RF signal on this transmitter The transmission link is established If you want to set up a multi channel system gt Repeat the following 4 steps for each additional transmission link Perform a frequency preset scan with the next diversity receiver Select a channel from the same frequency bank as with the first diversity receiver Synchronize a transmitter with the diversity receiver Activate the RF signal on the transmitter Using freely selectable receiving frequencies You can also freely select the receiving frequencies and store these frequencies in the frequency banks U1 to U6 It mig
32. sscssesscssescsssescescssssssessssseseesseseesasees 14 E ETS cscs tase pst acta rem creed cto tues agen cpm cacretadec ste esate se taceunedneeneec aoe 14 Overview of the Operating MENU scscssesseseecssssseessessssssesssseeseeeeeeees 15 Working with the Operating menu ccsscssssccssscsssssssecesssesesesenees 18 Adjusting settings via the Operating menu ou eeseeectseeeeeeecteeeeeeees 19 The main menu Menu sarisisainsiisiun ennonn iaa deia aiei 19 The extended menu Advanced Menu eeseseessseseseseseseseseesesesssesessessoreese 25 The Sync Settings submenu sssseseseeseessssssesesesrsesosssessesrerseseseseeseseeesesese 28 Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver seess 30 Using freely selectable receiving frequencies sssseseseseseseesrerersesesessss 31 Cleaning the diversity receiver ou sssscsseseseseecssssecssseceseeeceecsessessecseeees 32 Recommendations and tips ssssssseseesessesessssesesesesrenesssrenesrssesesneseseesesssseses 33 Ifa problem OCCUES nesans rman 34 PCC OSS ONS cecair ini E O 35 Spe aO ena EN memes 36 Manufacturer Declarations ccccsscsesscsssssssssssscsssscsssssseceesseeessesasersaseess 38 ON aai E A cites 40 For further information visit the EK 2000 product page on our website at www sennheiser com ral www sennheise com a i Important safety instructions Important safety instructions e Read this instruction manual e Keep this
33. tenna Operation and battery status indicator red LED lit ON flashing LOW BATT RF signal indication green LED lit RF Charging contacts 6 SET button A F rocker button UP DOWN Battery compartment T Battery compartment cover metal Battery compartment catches Infra red interface ON OFF button with ESC function cancel Display panel backlit in orange Product overview Overview of the displays After switch on the diversity receiver displays the Frequency Name standard display For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays refer to page 13 The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx 20 seconds aos MHz i2000 eO P as 8 RF level RF T Diversity display Radio Frequency RR I Antenna input lis active I Antenna input Il is active Fi Squelch threshold level RF signal level Field strength of the received signal Audio level AF Modulation of the transmitter Audio Frequency 4 Peak hold function E When the display shows full deflection the audio input level is excessively high AF For details see page 24 3 Frequency Current receiving frequency see page 25 4 Name Freely selectable name of the receiver see page 23 5 Lock mode icon Lock mode is activated see page 13 Product overview BIKE 6 Battery status 7 Mut
34. u item Reset List Releases all locked frequency presets Current List Selects an unused frequency preset 22 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Function of the menu item Scan New List Automatically scans for unused receiving frequencies frequency preset scan If receiving frequencies are used they will be locked if receiving frequencies are unused they will be released After the frequency preset scan you can select an unused frequency preset Selecting the frequency bank and the channel Frequency Preset SET Menu Frequency Preset av Frequency Preset Frequency Preset B Ch EA 1 B Ch a3 B Ch 1 1 863 100MHz 824 500MHz Call up Frequency Select the frequency Select the channel Preset bank and confirm store the setting AV mW SET Stored When setting up multi channel systems please observe the i following Only the factory preset receiving frequencies within one frequency bank 1 to 20 are intermodulation free It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 30 Overview of the frequency banks and channels alto 20 up to 64 per System bank frequency bank frequencies are factory preset UL to U6 up to 64 per User bank frequency bank frequencies are freely selectable Entering a name Name Menu Name 4vY Name Michael Michael Lichael Call up Name Enter a character Enter a character and confirm store the setting AV Stored
35. ure that the transmitter sensitivity is correctly adjusted for optimum reception e Transmission range depends to a large extent on location and can vary from about 10 m to about 150 m There should be a free line of sight between transmitting and receiving antennas e To avoid overloading the receiver observe a minimum distance of 5 m between transmitting and receiving antennas for multi channel operation e When operating a multi channel system you should only use the chan nels within one frequency bank Each of the frequency banks 1 to 20 accommodates factory preset frequencies which are intermodu lation free e The frequency banks U1 to U6 allow you to freely select and store receiving frequencies see page 25 e When using several transmitters simultaneously interference can be avoided by maintaining a minimum distance of 20 cm between two transmitters If a problem occurs If a problem occurs Diversity Lock mode is activated Deactivate the lock mode receiver see page 13 cannot be operated Locked appears on the display panel No operation Batteries are flat or Replace the batteries or indication accupack is flat recharge the accupack see page 9 NoRF signal Transmitter and Set the transmitter and receiver are not on receiver to the same channel the same channel Synchronize the transmitter with the receiver see page 30 Transmission range is Ch
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