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SKP 100
Instruction Manual
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 1 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Contents Contents Important safety instructions .......................................................................... 2 The SKP 100 G3 plug-on transmitter .............................................................. 3 Areas of application ........................................................................................ 3 The frequency bank system ................................................................
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 2 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Important safety instructions Important safety instructions • Read this instruction manual. • Keep this instruction manual. Always include this instruction manual when passing the device on to third parties. • Heed all warnings and follow all instructions. • Clean the device only with a slightly damp cloth. • Do not place the device near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) tha
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 3 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 The SKP 100 G3 plug-on transmitter The SKP 100 G3 plug-on transmitter The SKP 100 G3 plug-on transmitter is part of the evolution wireless series generation3 (ewG3). 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 evolution
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 4 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Delivery includes The factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodu- lation-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 from the SKP 100 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. The frequency bank “U” allows you to freely
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 5 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Product overview Product overview Overview of the SKP 100 G3 plug-on transmitter Microphone input, XLR-3 socket Operation and battery status (female, unbalanced) indicator, red LED lit = ON Mechanical locking ring of flashing = LOW BATTERY XLR-3 socket ON/OFF button Infra-red interface (serves as the ESC (cancel) key Display panel, backlit in orange in the operating menu) UP button ()
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 6 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the plug-on transmitter displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 10. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.
533.875MHz ew100 G3 P MUTE AF Display Meaning
Audio level “AF” Modulation of the plug-on transmitter with peak
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 7 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Putting the plug-on transmitter into operation Putting the plug-on transmitter into operation Inserting the batteries/accupack For powering the plug-on transmitter, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the embossed arrow and open the cover . Insert the two batteries or the accupack as shown below. Ple
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 8 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Using the plug-on transmitter Using the plug-on transmitter To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the diversity receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 2. Switch the plug-on transmitter on (see below). The transmission link is established and the diversity receiver’s RF level display “RF” reacts. Switching the plug-on transmitter on/off To switch the plug-on transmitter on (on
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 9 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Using the plug-on transmitter Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 14). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the plug-on transmitter: Press the ON/OFF button. ON/OFF “Locked” appears on the display panel. Press the UP button (). “Unlock?” appears on the display
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 10 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Using the plug-on transmitter The current state of the muting function or the RF signal is displayed on the display panel of the plug-on transmitter: MHz 533.875 ew100 G3 P MUTE AF Audio signal is muted Transmitter’s display panel: “MUTE” is displayed Audio signal is activated (muting is canceled) Transmitter’s display panel: “MUTE” is not displayed RF signal is deactivated Transmitter’s display panel: Transmiss
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 11 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Using the operating menu Using the operating menu The buttons Button Function of the button Press the ON/OFF • Switches the plug-on transmitter on and off button • Cancels the entry and returns to the current standard display (ESC function) ON/OFF • Activates/deactivates the RF signal (special function, see page 9) Press the SET button • Changes from the current standard display to the operating menu SET • Calls up a menu
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 12 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 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 9). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu. Changing from the current standard display to the operating menu Press the SET button. SET The current standard display is replaced by the main
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 13 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 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 plug- on transmitter. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the receiver. The relevant information is marked with the sync icon. The main menu “Menu” Adjusting the input sensitivity – “Sensitivity”
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 14 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Adjusting settings via the operating menu When setting up multi-channel systems, please observe the following: Only the factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are inter- modulation-free (see page 17). Plug-on transmitter and receiver of a transmission link have to be set to the same frequency. It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 17. Entering a name – “Name” SET SET Menu Name Name N
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 15 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Setting a transmission frequency for the current channel Press the UP button ()/DOWN button () until the “Tune” menu item appears. SET Press the SET button. The frequency selection appears. SET SET Advanced Menu Tune Tune Tune 543 .200 MHz 548.200 MHz B.Ch: U. 1 B.Ch: U. 1 Call up “Tune” Select the MHz Select the kHz value and confirm value; store the setting SET “Stored”
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 16 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Adjusting settings via the operating menu Activating/deactivating the pilot tone transmission – “Pilot Tone” SET Advanced Menu Pilot Pilot Name Pilot Tone Active Inactive Call up Select the desired Store the setting “Pilot Tone” setting SET “Stored” The plug-on transmitter adds an inaudible pilot tone to the audio signal. The receiver detects and evaluates the pilot tone, and is thus able to iden- tify the signal of the
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 17 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Synchronizing the plug-on transmitter with a receiver Synchronizing the plug-on transmitter with a receiver When synchronizing the plug-on transmitter with a receiver, please observe the following: Only use a plug-on transmitter and a receiver from the same frequency range (see the type plate on the transmitter and the receiver). Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information s
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 18 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 Cleaning the plug-on transmitter Cleaning the plug-on transmitter CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the plug-on transmitter! Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Keep all liquids away from the plug-on transmitter. Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the plug-on transmitter from time to time. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. Recommendat
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SKP100_529675_0409_Sp9.book Seite 19 Donnerstag, 9. April 2009 1:48 13 If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution Plug-on transmitter Lock mode is Deactivate the lock mode cannot be operated, activated (see page 9). “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 7). No RF signal at the Plug-on trans- Set the plug-on trans- receiver mi
