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SKM 2000
Instruction manual
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Contents Contents The SKM 2000 radio microphone ..................................................................... 3 Areas of application ........................................................................................ 3 The frequency bank system .......................................................................... 4 Delivery includes .................................................................................................. 5 Product overview .............................
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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
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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. Features of the 2000 series: • Optimized PLL synthesizer and microprocessor technology • HDX noise reduction system •Pilot tone squelch control • True di
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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: Range Gw: Range Bw: Range Cw: Range Dw: 516 – 558 558 – 626 626 – 698 718 – 790 790 – 865 500 600 700 800 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 ... 20 Channel 64 – frequency preset Cha
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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. 5
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Product overview Product overview Overview of the SKM 2000 radio microphone Microphone head (interchangeable) Operation and battery status indicator, red LED: Name and pick-up pattern of the lit = ON microphone head flashing = LOW BATT Body of radio microphone Charging contacts Battery compartment Multi-function switch: (not visible from outside) (UP) Display panel, backlit in orange (DOWN) Infra-red interface (SET) Antenna
ON/OFF button with ESC function (cancel)
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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 page15. The display backlighting is auto- matically reduced after approx. 20 seconds. 543.200 MHz **2000** P MUTE AF Display Meaning Audio level “AF” Modulation of the radio microphone with peak hold function Frequency Current transmission frequency Name Freely sel
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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 sizebatteries 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 by turning it counterclockwise. When unscrewing the radio microphone during operation, the muting function is automatically activate
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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. Close the battery compartment cover. 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. Charging the accupack To charge the radio microphone with the BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories” on page 31)
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Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the microphone head Unscrew the microphone head. Do not touch the contacts of the radio microphone nor the contacts of the microphone head. The contacts can become dirty or damaged if touched. When unscrewing the microphone head during operation, the muting function is automatically activated. “MUTE” appears on the display panel. When screwing the microphone head back to the radio microphone, the muting is canceled and “MUTE” disappears
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Putting the radio microphone into operation Changing the color-coded protection ring The color-coded protection ring prevents the multi-function switch from accidental operation. Protection rings in different colors are available as accessories (see “Accessories” on page31). The protection rings allow you to clearly identify each radio microphone. Remove the color-coded protection ring as shown. Put on a new protection ring as shown. 11
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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. If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver, read the c
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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 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. 543.200 MHz **2000** P MUTE AF Use this function to save battery power or to prepare a radio microphone for use during live operation without causing interference to
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Using the radio microphone Holding the radio microphone correctly CAUTION! Reduced transmission range! If you touch the antenna of the radio microphone, the transmission range will be considerably reduced! Only hold the radio microphone by its body. Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 23). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it in order to be able to operate the r
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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 When one of the standard displays is shown on the display ON/OFF panel, briefly press the ON/OFF button. “RX Mute On?” appears on the display panel. Press the multi-function switch to confirm your selection. Activa
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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. The buttons Button Function of the button Press the ON/OFF button • Switches the radio microphone on and off • Cancels the entry and returns to the ON/OFF current standard di
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Using the operating menu Overview of the operating menu Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Extended menu Frequency Preset “Advanced” Name Tune Low Cut RF Power Auto Lock Pilot Tone Advanced LCD Contrast Exit Reset Software Revision Exit Display Function of the menu item Page Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Adjusts the sensitivity “AF” 20 Frequency Preset Sets the frequency bank and the channel 21 Name Enters a freely selectable name 22 Low Cut Activates/deactivates the low-cut filter 23 Auto Lock Ac
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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. Selecting a menu item M
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Using the operating menu Canceling an entry Press the ON/OFF button to cancel the entry. ON/OFF 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. To directly return to the current standard display: Press the ON/OF
