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SK 2000
Instruction manual
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Contents Contents Important safety instructions .......................................................................... 2 The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter ................................................................ 3 Areas of application ........................................................................................ 3 The frequency bank system .......................................................................... 4 Delivery includes ..........................................
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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 SK 2000 bodypack transmitter The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter This bodypack transmitter 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
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The SK 2000 bodypack transmitter Overview of the microphones and instrument cables: Microphone/instrument cable Type Pick-up pattern MKE 1 clip-on microphone omni-directional ME 102 clip-on microphone cardioid ME 104 clip-on microphone cardioid condenser ME 105 clip-on microphone super-cardioid HSP 2 headmic omni-directional HSP 4 headmic cardioid CI 1-4 instrument cable – – The frequency bank system The bodypack transmitter is available in 5 UHF frequency ranges with up to 3,000 transmission fr
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Delivery includes Each of the channels in the frequency banks “1” to “20” has been factory- preset to a fixed 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 from the SK 2000 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
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Product overview Product overview Overview of the SK 2000 bodypack transmitter
Microphone/instrument input Charging contacts (MIC/LINE), 3-pole special audio SET button socket, lockable / rocker button (UP/DOWN) MUTE switch Battery compartment Antenna Battery compartment cover Operation and battery status (metal) indicator, red LED: Battery compartment catches lit = ON
Infra-red interface flashing = LOW BATT ON/OFF button Audio over
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Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter 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. 543.200 MHz **2000** P MUTE AF Display Meaning Audio level “AF” Modulation of the bodypack transmitter with peak hold function When the audio input level is excessively high, the
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Inserting the batteries/accupack For powering the bodypack transmitter, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories” on page 33). 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 correc
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Connecting the microphone cable/instrument cable The audio input is designed for the connection of both condenser micro- phones and instruments (e.g. guitars). DC powering of the condenser microphones is via the audio input MIC/LINE (3-pole special audio socket). Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the CI 1-4 instrument cable (see “Accessories” on page 33). Connect the 3-pin special audio connector from the Sennheiser micro
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing You can use supplied bodypack pouch or the belt clip to attach the bodypack transmitter to clothing (e.g. belt, waistband). The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the transmitter with the antenna pointing downwards. To do so, withdraw the belt clip from its fixing points and attach it the other way round. The belt clip is secured so that it cannot slide out of its fixing points
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Using the bodypack transmitter Using the bodypack transmitter To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 2. Switch the bodypack transmitter 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 28. If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver
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Using the bodypack transmitter SET Press the SET button. The transmission frequency is displayed but the bodypack transmitter does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon is not displayed. When the pilot tone function is activated on both bodypack transmitter 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 bodypack transmitter for use during live operation without causing inter-
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Using the bodypack transmitter SET Press the SET button. The lock mode is temporarily deactivated. – 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 flashes prior to the lock mode being activated again. MHz 543.200 **2000** P MUTE AF Muting the audio signal or deactivating the RF signal The MUTE switch allo
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Using the bodypack transmitter The current state of the muting function or the RF signal is displayed on the display panel of the bodypack transmitter. An additional display of the muting function appears on the receiver’s display panel when • the pilot tone function is activated on both bodypack trans- mitter and receiver and, in addition, • this display has been activated via the “Warnings” menu item on the receiver (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 543.200 MHz **2000** P MUTE AF
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Using the bodypack transmitter You can also deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more infor- mation, refer to the chapter “Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off” on page 11. Using the ON/OFF button, you can also activate/deactivate the RFsignal during operation. To do so, briefly press the ON/ OFF button and proceed as described on page 12. Selecting a standard display Press the rocker button to select a standard display: Contents of the display Selectable standard display “Frequency
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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 bodypack transmitter on and off ON/OFF • Cancels the entry and returns to the current stand
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Using the operating menu 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 Auto Lock Activates/deactivates the lock mode 23 Advanced Calls up the extended menu “Advanced 23 Menu” Exit Exits the operating menu and returns to the current standard display Extended menu “Advanced Menu” Tune Sets the transmission frequencies for the 24 frequency banks
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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 12). 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 SET Press the SET button. The current standard display is replaced by the main menu. The last selected menu item is displayed. Selecting a menu item Press the r
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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: SET Press the SET button repeatedly until the last edited menu item appears. Exiting a menu item Change to the “Exit” menu item. Menu Exit SET Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level. To directly return to the current standard display: Press the ON/OFF butt
