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ApplIcABle fOR use IN THe u .s. cONsumeR AleRT Most users do not need a license to operate a wireless microphone system. Nevertheless, operat- ing a microphone system without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wire
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Table of Contents Introduction .................................................................4 The Parts of a Wireless System .............................5 The Transmitter ..........................................................6 The Receiver ............................................................... 8 The Antenna ............................................................. 10 Wireless Monitor Systems ................................... 10 Accessorizing a Wireless System ............
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Introduction Wireless microphone and instrument systems have rapidly become standard equipment for musicians, Sennheiser’s evolution wireless systems are the standard for musicians, broadcasters, theatre produc- tions, reality television shows, and sound contractors alike. Sennheiser is the leading pioneer of wireless systems and over the years created Emmy Award-winning advances in the field of RF wireless technol- ogy. Sennheiser is proud to apply that same technology to the evolution wirel
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The Parts of a Wireless System Every wireless system consists of at least three parts: 1) T ransmitter A transmitter which accepts the source input signal (mic or line), converts it into an RF (radio frequency) signal, and transmits it to the receiver. G3 sKm Handheld Transmitter G3 sKp plug-On Transmitter G3 sK Bodypack Transmitter 2) Receiver A receiver, which receives the RF signal from the transmitter, converts it back into an audio signal which is linked to the output for m
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The Transmitter The transmitter has a fairly straightforward job: to take the source input signal from a microphone or line-level input (a guitar, for example), convert it into an RF signal, and transmit it. It sounds easy, but there are a number of variables involved in producing accurate and dependable transmissions. While many other wireless systems use transmitters that may have enough power to work well on a small stage, they lack the operating range and performance for a professional e
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2) Handheld transmitters Handhelds are the most recognizable of transmit- ters since they most closely resemble traditional wired microphones. evolution wireless handheld transmitters (SKM100G3, SKM300G3, and SK- M500G3) are specially designed to stand up to the rigors of live performance and offer exceptional G3 sKm Handheld Transmitter sound. Sennheiser evolution wireless G3 handheld transmitters contain user-swappable dynamic and condenser elements, so one can easily adapt or upgr
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The Receiver The brain of every wireless system, the receiver, is designed to receive the RF signal from the transmit- ter, convert it back into an audio signal, and output it to a PA system or audio device for mixing, record- ing, and amplification. All Sennheiser wireless EM rack-mountable receivers employ True Diversity technology to ensure stable, uninterrupted wireless reception free from signal dropouts. In a True Diversity setup, a receiver features two independent receiver sections, e
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3) In-ear monitor receivers (performer worn) In-ear monitor receivers are worn by musicians to hear themselves and other instruments while performing. This concept allows the performer to hear their performance clearly while simultaneously keeping the stage volume down which reduces the risk of feedback. Many enjoy the fact they can hear clearly without straining to hear as you would when using conventional monitor wedge speak- ers. The EK300IEMG3 is the in-ear monitor receiver feature
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The Antenna Antenna Antenna For most basic wireless applications, the antenna supplied with a system’s re- ceiver is more than adequate. As your ASA1/NT wireless system grows, however, you NT1-1-US may find you require one or more remote antennas to accommodate the increased EM300G3 EM300G3 number of channels. Receivers in large setups are most often rack-mounted. If EM300G3 the antennas are left inside the rack, per- EM300G3 formance can be degraded due to the rack and metal housin
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The compact EK300IEMG3 bodypack receiver provides each performer with clear, interference-resistant monitor- ing. Like the transmitter, it features frequency number and channel num- sR300IemG3 Transmitter ber display and a Focus control, which allows the user to adjust the balance of the system’s two channels to create a custom monitor mix. The receiver also features an adjustable Audio Limiter, which restricts volume to protect against hearing loss. The evolution Wireless Monitor System
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Frequency Concerns The successful operation of an RF wireless system depends greatly on two things: 1) The frequencies to be used must be free of inteference from other signals in the air. Frequency agile wireless systems (those offering a high number of user-selectable operating frequencies) provide the most effective means of avoiding such interference. 2) The frequencies to be used must be calculated exactly to avoid interfering with each other. Not only do these frequencies need to be
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steps for Auto Tuning evolution wireless G3 systems 1. O n the receiver, press SET to enter menu. Press up/down buttons to select “Easy Setup”. Press SET and choose “Scan New List.” Press SET to start scan. 2. After the scan is completed the receiver will suggest a BANK to choose with the most free channels. Press SET. Now select a channel using the up/down arrows and press SET to confirm. The receiver will say “STORED.” 3. T ap the POWER button to exit the menu. The frequency chosen will
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How To use the following charts These charts represent the tuning scheme of each range and are for reference in determining the suit- ability of a particular range for your geographic location. Transmitters and receivers are available in a 42 MHz UHF frequency range with a total of 1,680 transmis- sion/receiving frequencies. Transmitters and receivers have 20 frequency banks respectively. Each of the channels in the frequency banks has been factory-preset to a frequency. The frequency presets
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• ew 100 G3 series: the first 12 channels in a frequency bank • ew 300 G3 series: the first 24 channels in a frequency bank • ew 500 G3 series: max. 32 channels in a frequency bank The following factory-preset default settings can be recalled any time via the Reset menu item: Auto Lock inactive, Sensitivity SK –30 dB - SKM –18 dB, RF Power standard (ew 300, ew 500), Mute Mode AF On/Off (SK: all, SKM: 300), Squelch low/5 dBV μ , AF Out EM +18 dB, EK 0 dB, Equalizer flat, Guitar Tuner inactive
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Frequency Range B 626–668 MHz Ch. 40 (626–632 MHz) Ch. 44 (650–656 MHz)) US TV Channel Ch. 41 (632–638 MHz) Ch. 45 (656–662 MHz) Ch. 42 (638–644 MHz) Ch. 46 (662–668 MHz) Ch. 43 (644–650 MHz) Channel Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4 Bank 5 Bank 6 Bank 7 Bank 8 Bank 9 Bank 10 1 626.300 632.350 638.450 644.550 650.200 656.350 662.750 632.925 626.000 626.000 2 626.750 632.800 639.050 645.450 650.750 656.
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Frequency Range B 626–668 MHz continued Frequency Range B 626–668 MHz Ch. 40 (626–632 MHz) Ch. 44 (650–656 MHz)) Ch. 40 (626–632 MHz) Ch. 44 (650–656 MHz)) US TV Channel Ch. 41 (632–638 MHz) Ch. 45 (656–662 MHz) US TV Channel Ch. 41 (632–638 MHz) Ch. 45 (656–662 MHz) Ch. 42 (638–644 MHz) Ch. 46 (662–668 MHz) Ch. 42 (638–644 MHz) Ch. 46 (662–668 MHz)
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Frequency Range G 566–608 MHz Ch. 30 (566–572 MHz) Ch. 34 (590–596 MHz) US TV Channel Ch. 31 (572–578 MHz) Ch. 35 (596–602 MHz) Ch. 32 (578–584 MHz) Ch. 36 (602–608 MHz) Ch. 33 (584–590 MHz) Channel Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4 Bank 5 Bank 6 Bank 7 Bank 8 Bank 9 Bank 10 1 566.450 572.400 578.400 584.400 590.700 596.400 602.250 566.000 566.000 566.100 2 566.950 573.100 579.300 584.900 591.550 596.800
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Frequency Range G 566–608 MHz continued Frequency Range G 566–608 MHz Ch. 30 (566–572 MHz) Ch. 34 (590–596 MHz) Ch. 30 (566–572 MHz) Ch. 34 (590–596 MHz) US TV Channel Ch. 31 (572–578 MHz) Ch. 35 (596–602 MHz) US TV Channel Ch. 31 (572–578 MHz) Ch. 35 (596–602 MHz) Ch. 32 (578–584 MHz) Ch. 36 (602–608 MHz) Ch. 32 (578–584 MHz) Ch. 36 (602–608 MHz)
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Multi-channel Wireless Mic System Hookup 1. Rack mount your gear. The GA3 rack adapter can accommodate two half-rack sized units, such as a receiver, a splitter, or an AM2 kit (which includes two front mounts for antennas). Consider how many channels you will need, and select the appropriate number of GA3 units (see the sample draw- ings on the following pages to get an idea of how this works). 2. Determine whether you will need an antenna splitter(s) based upon the number of channels you
