Sennheiser SR 300 IEM G3 Instruction manual

SR 300 IEM
Instruction manual
Contents
Contents
Important safety instructions ............................................................................................................................... 2
The evolution wireless series ew 300 IEM G3 ...................................................................................................... 4
The SR 300 IEM G3 rack-mount transmitter ........................................................................................................ 4
The frequency bank system .................................................................................................................................... 4
Delivery includes ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Product overview .................................................................................................................................................... 6
Overview of the SR 300 IEM G3 transmitter ........................................................................................................ 6
Overview of the displays .......................................................................................................................................... 7
Putting the transmitter into operation ............................................................................................................... 8
Preparing the transmitter for use .......................................................................................................................... 8
Connecting external devices ................................................................................................................................ 11
Connecting transmitters in a network ............................................................................................................... 12
Connecting the mains unit ................................................................................................................................... 12
Using the transmitter .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Switching the transmitter on/off ....................................................................................................................... 13
Monitoring the audio signal via headphones ................................................................................................... 14
Synchronizing transmitters and receivers via the infra-red interface ........................................................ 14
Adjusting the audio channels .............................................................................................................................. 17
Daisy chaining audio signals ................................................................................................................................ 17
Deactivating the lock mode temporarily ........................................................................................................... 18
Activating/deactivating the RF signal ............................................................................................................... 18
Using the operating menu .................................................................................................................................. 19
The buttons ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Overview of the operating menu ........................................................................................................................ 20
Synchronizing the transmitter with a receiver ................................................................................................ 21
Cleaning the transmitter ..................................................................................................................................... 23
If a problem occurs ... ........................................................................................................................................... 23
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................ 25
Manufacturer Declarations ................................................................................................................................. 27
For more detailed information on the individual sections of this instruction manual, visit the corresponding product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
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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 and the mains unit on to third parties.
• Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual.
• Only clean the product and the mains unit when they are not connected to the mains. Use a
cloth for cleaning.
• Never open the product, otherwise you can receive an electric shock. If products are opened
by customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty becomes null and void.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required if the product or the mains unit have been damaged in any way, liquid
has been spilled, objects have fallen inside, the product or the mains unit have been
exposed to rain or moisture, do not operate properly or have been dropped.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use the product and the mains
unit near water and do not expose them to rain or moisture. Do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases or coffee cups, on the product.
• Only use the supplied mains unit.
• Unplug the mains unit from the wall socket
– to completely disconnect the device from the mains,
– during lightning storms or
– when unused for long periods of time.
• Only operate the mains unit from the type of power source specified in the chapter
“Specifications” (see page 25).
• Ensure that the mains unit is
– in a safe operating condition and easily accessible,
– properly plugged into the wall socket,
– only operated within the permissible temperature range,
– not covered or exposed to direct sunlight for longer periods of time in order to prevent
heat accumulation (see “Specifications” on page 25).
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the product and the mains unit in accordance
with the instructions given in this instruction manual.
• Do not install the product and the mains unit near any heat sources such as radiators,
stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser.
• When replacement parts are required, only use 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.
• Do not overload wall outlets and extension cables as this may result in fire and electric
shock.
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Important safety instructions
Danger due to high volumes
This product is also intended for professional use. Commercial use is subject to the safety-atwork regulations. Sennheiser, as the manufacturer, 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, the 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.
Intended use
Intended use of the SR 300 IEM G3 transmitter includes:
• having read this instruction manual especially the chapter “Important safety instructions”,
• 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 these instructions, or
under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
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The evolution wireless series ew 300 IEM G3
The evolution wireless series ew 300 IEM G3
This transmitter is part of the evolution wireless series generation 3 (ew G3). 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 are designed for monitoring applications and permit wireless transmission with studio-quality sound.
The SR 300 IEM G3 rack-mount transmitter
With the SR 300 IEM G3 2-channel/stereo monitoring transmitter, musicians, video and
sound amateurs, reporters/broadcasters, etc. can directly monitor the received sound signals
without troublesome cables or monitor speakers being required. In addition, it can also be
used for any application where talkback signals are to be transmitted.
Features of the SR 300 IEM G3 transmitter:
• Optimized PLL synthesizer and microprocessor technology
• Stereo/mono selection
• HDX noise reduction system
• Switching bandwidth of 42 MHz
• Safe configuration of a multi-channel system using the WSM
• Easy setup of a multi-channel system using the Easy Setup Sync function
The frequency bank system
The transmitter is available in 6 UHF frequency ranges with 1,680 transmission frequencies
per frequency range:
Range A:
516 – 558
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Range G:
566 – 608
Range B:
626 – 668
Range C:
734 – 776
Range D:
780 – 822
Range E:
823 – 865
Delivery includes
Each frequency range (A–E, G) offers 26 frequency banks with up to 16 channels each:
Channel 1 – frequency preset
Channel 2 – frequency preset
Frequency bank 1... 20
Channel 16 – frequency preset
Channel 1 – freely selectable frequency
Channel 2 – freely selectable frequency
Frequency bank U1 ... U6
Channel 16 – freely selectable frequency
Each of the channels in the frequency banks “1” to “20” has been factory-preset to a fixed
transmission 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 information sheet can be downloaded from the
corresponding product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
The frequency banks “U1” to “U6” allow you to freely select and store transmission frequencies. It might be that these transmission frequencies are not intermodulation-free (see
page 22).
Delivery includes
The packaging contains the following items:
1 SR 300 IEM G3 rack-mount transmitter
1 NT 2-3 mains unit with one country adapter
1 rod antenna
1 GA 3 rack adapter
1 instruction manual
1 frequency information sheet
1 RF licensing information sheet
4 device feet
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Product overview
Product overview
Overview of the SR 300 IEM G3 transmitter
A
PEAK PEAK
0
0
-10 -10
-20 -20
-30 -30
-40 -40
AF I AF
AFIIII
Stereo Transmitter
B
0682
1 1 ew300IEM
516.000 MHz
EQ
Standard -18dB
PUSH
PUSH
Stereo Transmitter SR 300 IEM
FREQ Range-D 780-822 MHz
B.Ch:
IDENT NO 627925
SER NO 2518100155
IC 2099A-G3SREK
DESIGNED AND MADE IN GERMANY
FMO
ANT
Loop Out
BAL
L(I)
A
+22dBu
MAX
R(II)
L(I)
Operating elements – front panel
Headphone output,
¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket ( )
Headphone volume control
button, backlit
Infra-red interface
Display panel, backlit in orange
Jog dial
STANDBY button with operation
indication (red backlighting),
serves as the ESC (cancel) key in
the operating menu
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BAL
AF IN
+22dBu MAX
R(II)
RF OUT
B
Operating elements – rear panel
Cable grip for power supply DC
cable
DC socket (DC IN) for connection of
NT 2-3 mains unit
LED (yellow) for network activity
indication
LAN socket (ETHERNET RJ 45)
Audio output left
(LOOP OUT BAL L(I)),
¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket
Audio output right
(LOOP OUT BAL R(II)),
¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket
Type plate
Audio input left (BAL AF IN L(I)),
¼” (6.3 mm) jack/XLR-3 combo
socket
Audio input right (BAL AF IN R(II)),
¼” (6.3 mm) jack/XLR-3 combo
socket)
Antenna output (RF OUT)
with remote power supply input,
BNC socket
Product overview
Overview of the displays
After switch-on, the transmitter displays the standard display.
PEAK PEAK
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
햴
B.Ch:
1 1 ew300IEM
516.000 MHz
EQ
Standard -18dB
Display
Audio level
“AF IN L(I)” and
“AF IN R(II)”
(AF = Audio Frequency)
Meaning
PEAK PEAK
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
AF I
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
AF II
Modulation of the left (I) and right (II) audio
channel with peak hold function
When the level displays for audio level show
full deflection, the audio input level is excessively high. When the transmitter is overmodulated frequently or for extended periods of
time, the “PEAK” display is shown inverted.
Frequency bank and
channel
Current frequency bank and channel number
Frequency
Current transmission frequency
Name
Freely selectable name of the transmitter
Transmission icon
RF signal is being transmitted
Transmission power
Current transmission power
Equalizer setting
Current equalizer setting
Input sensitivity
Current input sensitivity for the audio signal available
at the audio input sockets BAL AF IN L (I) and
BAL AF IN R (II) Lock mode icon
(see page 18)
Lock mode is activated
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Putting the transmitter into operation
Putting the transmitter into operation
Preparing the transmitter for use
When using more than one transmitter, we recommend connecting remote
antennas and, if necessary, using Sennheiser antenna accessories. Fore more information, visit the ew G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
Setting up the transmitter on a flat surface
Place the transmitter on a flat, horizontal surface. Please note that the device feet can leave
stains on delicate surfaces.
The rack mount “ears” are designed to help protect the operating elements from
damage or deformation, e.g. if the transmitter is dropped. Therefore, fasten the rack
mount “ears”, even if you do not want to rack mount your transmitter.
Mounting the rack
mount “ears”
To fasten the rack mount “ears”
:
왘 Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws (M4x8) on each side of the transmitter (see left-hand diagram).
왘 Secure the rack mount “ears”
to the sides of the transmitter using the previously
removed recessed head screws (see right-hand diagram).
Fitting the device feet
Do not fit the device feet when mounting the transmitter into a 19” rack.
왘 Clean the base of the transmitter where you want to fix the device feet.
왘 Fit the device feet to the four corners of the transmitter.
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Putting the transmitter into operation
Connecting the
rod antenna
The supplied rod antenna is suitable for use in good reception conditions.
왘 Connect the rod antenna (see diagram).
Mounting the transmitter into a 19” rack
Do not fit the device feet when mounting the transmitter into a 19” rack.
CAUTION!
Risks when rack mounting the transmitter!
When installing the device in a closed or multi-rack assembly, please consider that, during
operation, the ambient temperature, the mechanical loading and the electrical potentials will
be different from those of devices which are not mounted into a rack.
왘 Make sure that the ambient temperature within the rack does not exceed the permissible
temperature limit specified in the SR 300 IEM G3 specifications. If necessary, provide
additional ventilation.
왘 Make sure that the mechanical loading of the rack is even.
왘 When connecting to the power supply, observe the information indicated on the type
plate. Avoid circuit overloading. If necessary, provide overcurrent protection.
왘 When rack mounting, please note that intrinsically harmless leakage currents of the individual mains units may accumulate, thereby exceeding the allowable limit value. As a
remedy, ground the rack via an additional ground connection.
Rack mounting one
transmitter
왘 Secure the rack mount “ears”
described on page 8.
of the supplied GA 3 rack adapter to the transmitter as
왘 Secure the blanking plate
to one of the rack mount “ears” using two recessed head
screws (M 6x10) (see diagram).
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Putting the transmitter into operation
왘 Connect the antenna. You have the following options:
– You can connect the supplied rod antenna to the rear of the transmitter (see
page 9). In this case, insert the two blanking plugs
into the holes of the blanking
plate (see diagram on page 9).
– You can use the AM 2 antenna front mount kit (optional accessory) and mount the rod
antenna to the blanking plate .
– You can use a remote antenna, if necessary in conjunction with the AC 3 antenna
combiner.
Rack mounting two
transmitters
왘 Slide the transmitter with the mounted blanking plate
into the 19” rack.
왘 Secure the rack mount “ear”
to the 19” rack.
and the blanking plate
To mount two transmitters into a rack using the GA 3 rack adapter:
왘 Place the two transmitters side by side upside-down onto a flat surface.
왘 Secure the jointing plate
to the transmitters using six recessed head screws (M 3x6).
왘 Secure the rack mount “ears”
to the transmitters as described on page 8.
To mount the antennas:
왘 Use remote antennas, if necessary in conjunction with the AC 3 antenna combiner.
For more information, visit the ew G3 product pages at www.sennheiser.com.
To mount the transmitters into the rack:
왘 Slide the transmitters into the 19” rack.
왘 Secure the rack mount “ears” to the 19” rack.
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Putting the transmitter into operation
Connecting external devices
Connecting external devices to the input sockets
PUSH
PUSH
L(I)
BAL
AF IN
+22dBu MAX
R(II)
왘 Use a suitable cable to connect the output of an external device (e.g. a mixing console or an
additional SR 300 IEM G3) to the input socket BAL AF IN L(I) and/or BAL AF IN R(II) (see also page 17).
왘 Adjust the output level of your external device.
왘 Via the operating menu, adjust the transmitter’s input sensitivity. The input sensitivity
is adjusted via the “Sensitivity” menu item and is common for both inputs (see page 20).
The input amplifier of the SR 300 IEM G3 is designed for line level input.
Connecting external devices to the output sockets
왘 Use a suitable cable to connect the input of an external device (e.g. a mixing console or
an additional SR 300 IEM G3) to the output socket LOOP OUT BAL L(I) and/or LOOP
OUT BAL R(II) (see also page 17).
The signal received from the AF input sockets BAL AF IN L(I) and BAL AF IN R(II)
is actively buffered and then routed to the output sockets LOOP OUT BAL L(I) and LOOP OUT BAL R(II) . The AF output sockets will therefore work only when the
transmitter is switched on and powered.
Connecting a remote antenna to the BNC socket
Use a remote antenna when the transmitter position is not the best antenna position for
optimum transmission. You can choose between two antennas:
• A 2003 UHF passive directional antenna
• A 1031 passive omni-directional antenna
왘 Use a low-attenuation 50-Ω cable to connect the antenna to the transmitter.
왘 If possible, use a short antenna cable and as little connections as possible, since long
cables and many connectors lead to an attenuation of the antenna signal.
왘 Position the antenna in the same room in which the transmission takes place.
왘 Observe a minimum distance of 1 m between the antenna and metal objects (including
reinforced concrete walls).
Connecting the AC 3 antenna combiner to the BNC socket
To make multi-channel systems, you should use the AC 3 antenna combiner (optional accessory). The AC 3 allows you to operate up to four transmitters with a single antenna without
virtually any intermodulation.
In addition, the AC 3 incorporates DC distribution to enable simultaneous powering of up to
four transmitters via its BNC sockets.
왘 Connect the AC 3 antenna combiner to the BNC socket .
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Putting the transmitter into operation
Connecting transmitters in a network
You can connect several transmitters in a network. The transmitters are remote controlled via
a PC running the “Wireless Systems Manager” (WSM) software. This software will assist in
the quick and safe configuration of multi-channel systems.
The “Wireless Systems Manager” (WSM) software can be downloaded from the
corresponding product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
왘 Connect a standard network cable (at least Cat 5) to the LAN socket of the transmitter.
Stereo Transmitter SR 30
FREQ Range-D 780-822 MHz
0682
IDENT NO 627925
SER NO 2518100155
IC 2099A-G3SREK
DESIGNED AND MADE IN GERMANY
FMO
Loop Ou
BAL
L(I)
+22dBu
MAX
왘 Connect your transmitters to an Ethernet switch.
왘 Connect a PC to the Ethernet switch.
When a transmitter is properly connected to the Ethernet switch or the PC, the yellow
LED at the rear of the transmitter lights up.
For further information on network operation, refer to page 22.
Connecting the mains unit
Only use the supplied mains unit. It is designed for the transmitter and ensures safe
operation.
왘 Insert the yellow connector of the NT 2-3 mains unit into the yellow socket of the
transmitter.
왘 Pass the cable of the mains unit through the cable grip .
왘 Slide the supplied country adapter onto the mains unit .
왘 Plug the mains unit into a wall socket.
The STANDBY button is backlit in red.
The AC 3 antenna combiner incorporates DC distribution to enable simultaneous
powering of up to four transmitters via its BNC sockets. These transmitters do not
require their individual power supply (see also page 11).
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Using the transmitter
Using the transmitter
To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows:
1. Switch the transmitter on (see below).
2. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver).
The transmission link is established.
It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 21.
If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver:
왘 Make sure that transmitter and receiver are set to the same frequency bank and to the
same channel.
왘 If necessary, read the chapter “If a problem occurs ...” on page 23.
Switching the transmitter on/off
To switch the transmitter on (online operation):
왘 Press the STANDBY button .
The transmitter switches on and the standard display appears.
The transmitter transmits an RF signal and the transmission icon is displayed
You can switch the transmitter on and deactivate the RF signal on switch-on.
For more information, see below.
To switch the transmitter to standby mode:
왘 If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see page 18).
왘 Keep the STANDBY button pressed until “OFF” appears on the display panel.
The display panel switches off.
When in the operating menu, pressing the STANDBY button will cancel your entry
(ESC function) and return you to the standard display.
The STANDBY button is backlit in red both during operation and in standby mode.
To completely switch the transmitter off:
왘 Disconnect the transmitter from the mains by unplugging the mains unit from the wall
socket.
The backlighting of the STANDBY button goes off.
To switch the transmitter on and to deactivate the RF signal on switch-on (offline operation):
왘 Press the STANDBY button until “RF Mute On?” appears on the display panel.
왘 Press the jog dial.
The transmission frequency is displayed but the transmitter does not transmit
an RF signal. The transmission icon is not displayed.
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Using the transmitter
Use this function to prepare a transmitter for use during live operation without
causing interference to existing transmission links.
To activate the RF signal:
왘 Briefly press the STANDBY button .
“RF Mute Off” appears on the display panel.
왘 Press the jog dial.
The transmission icon is displayed again.
Monitoring the audio signal via headphones
You can monitor the audio signal via the headphone output.
CAUTION!
Danger of hearing damage!
Listening at high volume levels for long periods can lead to permanent hearing defects.
왘 Set the headphone volume control to the minimum position before putting the headphones on.
왘 Set the headphone volume control to the minimum position.
왘 Connect headphones with a ¼” (6.3 mm) stereo jack plug to the headphone output
.
왘 Gradually increase the volume and monitor the audio signal with the lowest possible
volume.
Synchronizing transmitters and receivers via the infra-red
interface
Easy Setup Sync function (EK 300 IEM G3 -> SR 300 IEM G3)
Once you have performed a frequency preset scan with your EK 300 IEM G3 diversity receiver
(see the instruction manual of the receiver), you can use the Easy Setup Sync function to
transfer unused frequency presets from the receiver to the transmitters via the infra-red
interface. The diversity receiver transfers the first unused channel from the current frequency
bank to the first transmitter and the next unused channel to the second transmitter and
so on.
Sync function (SR 300 IEM G3 -> EK 300 IEM G3)
On the other hand, you can use the Sync function to adjust settings for your EK 300 IEM G3
diversity receiver directly on your SR 300 IEM G3 rack-mount transmitter and transfer theses
settings to the receiver via the infra-red interface.
Via the “Sync Settings” submenu, you can adjust the parameters listed below and activate or
deactivate their transfer to the receiver (see page 20).
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Using the transmitter
Setting
Transferred parameters
“Balance”
Current balance setting
(“−15”/“+15”)
“Squelch”
Current squelch setting
(“Off”, “5 dB” ... “25 dB”)
“Mode”
Current audio mode setting
(“Stereo”/“Focus”)
“High boost”
Current treble boost setting
(“flat”/“High boost”)
“Auto Lock”
Current lock mode setting
(“active”/“inactive”)
“Limiter”
Current limiter setting
(“−18 dB”, “−12 dB”, “−6 dB”, “Off”)
When carrying out the Sync function, the transmitter’s current frequency bank
and channel setting is automatically transferred to the receiver via the infra-red
interface.
Carrying out an Easy Setup Sync or a Sync function
The following assumes that you are using the Easy Setup Sync function for setting up a multichannel system. You can also you the Easy Setup Sync function for establishing a transmission link between one transmitter and one receiver.
Easy Setup Sync
Sync
왘 Switch your rack-mount transmitters 왘 Switch your rack-mount transmitter
and your diversity receiver on.
and your diversity receiver on.
왘 On all transmitters, call up the “Easy 왘 Press the
button on the transSetup” menu item.
mitter.
The text “Easy Setup Sync” and the
The
icon appears on the display
icon appear on the display panels of the
panels of the transmitter.
transmitters.
The RF signal of the transmitters is automatically deactivated.
왘 Use your EK 300 IEM G3 diversity receiver
to perform a frequency preset scan and
select a frequency bank with a sufficient
number of unused channels (see the
instruction manual of the receiver).
–
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Using the transmitter
Easy Setup Sync
Sync
쐋
6
4
2
NES
OFF
PHO
6
4
2
NES
OFF
PHO
왘 Place the infra-red interface of the 왘 Place the infra-red interface of the
receiver (see the instruction manual of
receiver (see the instruction manual of
the receiver) in front of the infra-red
the receiver) in front of the infra-red
interface of the first transmitter.
interface of your transmitter.
The next unused frequency preset is
The parameters adjusted via the “Sync
transferred from the receiver to the
Settings” menu item are transferred
transmitter.
from the transmitter to the receiver.
As soon as the transfer is completed, the In addition, the current frequency bank and
display panel of the transmitter displays the channel setting is transferred.
numbers of the transferred frequency bank
When the transfer is completed, “ ”
and channel.
appears on the display panel of the transPlease note that the transmitter does not mitter. The transmitter then switches back
automatically store the frequency bank and to the standard display.
channel setting.
The transferred parameters are automatically adjusted and stored by the receiver.
The transmission link between transmitter
and receiver is now established.
왘 Place the infra-red interface of the diversity receiver in front of the infra-red
interfaces of the remaining transmitters,
one after the other.
–
왘 Store the frequency bank and channel
setting by pressing the jog dial on your
transmitters. You can carry out the Sync
function (see right-hand column) at a
later time to establish a transmission link
between transmitters and receivers.
–
OR:
왘 Immediately synchronize your receivers
with your transmitters by carrying
out the Sync function (see right-hand
column).
This establishes a transmission link
between transmitters and receivers.
The
icon in the left lower corner of
the transmitter display indicates that
the Sync function can be carried out.
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Using the transmitter
Easy Setup Sync
–
Sync
To cancel the transfer:
왘 Press the STANDBY button on the transmitter.
“ ” appears on the display panel of the
transmitter. “ ” also appears if no suitable receiver was found.
Adjusting the audio channels
Via the “Mode” menu item, you can adjust the audio channels.
왘 Select “Stereo” if you want to transmit two separate audio signals on channel I and
channel II (e.g. channel I = audio signal of the presenter/musician, channel II = sum of all
audio signals).
This allows the presenter/musician to adjust the balance between the left and right
stereo signal on his receiver.
왘 Select “Mono” if you only want to transmit an audio signal on one channel. In this case,
the signal from the left audio input BAL AF IN L is transmitted.
During mono operation, you have to deactivate the pilot tone evaluation on the
EK 300 IEM G3 receiver in order to ensure that your receiver outputs the same signal
on channel I and II.
Daisy chaining audio signals
The output sockets LOOP OUT BAL L and/or LOOP OUT BAL R allow you to daisy chain a
signal that is to be transmitted to all receivers from the mixing console to one transmitter
and then to the other transmitters.
To daisy-chain an audio signal from one transmitter to the next:
왘 Route a signal from the mixing console to the input socket (in this example:
BAL AF IN R ) of transmitter A.
A
왘 Connect the output socket LOOP OUT BAL R of transmitter A to the input socket
BAL AF IN R of transmitter B.
Loop Out
BAL
+22dBu
MAX
L(I)
R(II)
L(I)
BAL
AF IN
+22dBu MAX
R(II)
RF OUT
R(II)
L(I)
BAL
AF IN
+22dBu MAX
R(II)
RF OUT
R(II)
L(I)
BAL
AF IN
+22dBu MAX
R(II)
RF OUT
B
왘 Connect the output socket LOOP OUT BAL R of transmitter B to the input socket
BAL AF IN R of transmitter C.
왘 Repeat for the other transmitters.
Loop Out
BAL
+22dBu
MAX
L(I)
C
You can use the output sockets LOOP OUT BAL L(I) and/or LOOP OUT BAL R(II) only when the transmitter is switched on (see page 11).
Loop Out
BAL
+22dBu
MAX
L(I)
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Using the transmitter
Deactivating the lock mode temporarily
You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item. If the
lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate
the transmitter:
왘 Press the jog dial.
“Locked” appears on the display panel.
왘 Turn the jog dial.
“Unlock?” appears on the display panel.
왘 Press the jog dial.
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 the standard display is shown
The lock mode is automatically activated after 10 seconds.
The lock mode icon flashes prior to the lock mode being activated again.
PEAK PEAK
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
B.Ch:
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EQ
Standard -18dB
Activating/deactivating the RF signal
To deactivate the RF signal:
왘 When the standard display is shown on the display panel, press the STANDBY
button.
“RF Mute On?” appears on the display panel.
왘 Press the jog dial.
The RF signal is deactivated. “RF Mute” flashes in alternation with the standard
display and the display is backlight in red.
To activate the RF signal:
왘 Press the STANDBY button.
“RF Mute Off?” appears on the display panel.
왘 Press the jog dial.
The RF signal is activated and the display backlighting changes from red to
orange.
You can also deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, refer to
the chapter “Switching the transmitter on/off” on page 13.
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Using the operating menu
Using the operating menu
The buttons
Button
Function of the button
Press the STANDBY
button
• Switches the transmitter on and off
• Cancels the entry and returns to the standard display
(ESC function)
• Activates/deactivates the RF signal
(special function, see page 18)
Press the jog dial
• Changes from the standard display to the operating menu
• Calls up a menu item
• Enters a submenu
• Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu
Turn the jog dial
• Changes to the next/previous menu item
• Changes the setting of a menu item
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Using the operating menu
Overview of the operating menu
For more detailed information on the operating menu, refer to the instruction
manual of the SR 300 IEM G3. This instruction manual can be downloaded from
the SR 300 IEM G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
Main menu
“Menu”
Sensitivity
Easy Setup
Mode
Frequency Preset
Name
Equalizer
AutoLock
Advanced
Exit
“Sync Settings”
Extended menu
“Advanced Menu”
Tune
Sync Settings
RF Power
Warnings
LCD Contrast
Reset
IP-Address
Software Revision
Exit
Balance
Squelch
Mode
High Boost
Auto Lock
Limiter
Exit
“Warnings”
AF Peak
RF Mute
Exit
When the standard display is shown on the display panel, you can get into the main menu by
pressing the jog dial. The extended menu “Advanced Menu” and the other menus can be
accessed via the corresponding menu items.
Display
Function of the menu item
Main menu “Menu”
Sensitivity
Adjusts the input sensitivity
Easy Setup
Deactivates the RF signal and activates Easy Setup Sync (see page 21)
Mode
Selects mono or stereo operation
Frequency Preset
Changes the frequency bank and the channel
Name
Enters the transmitter name
Equalizer
Changes the frequency response of the output signal using a graphic equalizer
AutoLock
Activates/deactivates the automatic lock mode
Advanced
Calls up the extended menu “Advanced Menu”
Exit
Exits the operating menu and returns to the standard display
Extended menu “Advanced Menu”
Tune
Sets the transmission frequencies for the frequency banks “U1” to “U6”
Special function: Sets a channel and a transmission frequency for the frequency banks “U1” to
“U6”:
왘 Select this menu item and call it up by pressing the jog dial until the channel selection
appears.
Sync Settings
Adjusts the parameters to be transferred to the receiver and activates/deactivates the transfer
RF Power
Adjusts the transmission power
Warnings
Activates/deactivates the warning messages
LCD Contrast
Adjusts the contrast of the display panel
Reset
Resets the transmitter
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Synchronizing the transmitter with a receiver
Display
Function of the menu item
IP-Address
Adjusts the IP address of the transmitter
Software Revision
Displays the current software revision
Exit
Exits the extended menu “Advanced Menu” and returns to the main menu
“Sync Settings”
Adjusts the parameters to be transferred to the receiver and activates/deactivates the transfer.
For an overview of the parameters, refer to page 14.
“Warnings”
Activates/deactivates warnings (color change and warning messages):
AF Peak
Audio overmodulation
RF Mute
RF signal is deactivated
Exit
Exits the submenu “Warnings” and returns to the extended menu “Advanced Menu”
Synchronizing the transmitter with a receiver
When synchronizing your transmitter with a receiver, please observe the following:
왘 Only use a transmitter and a receiver from the same frequency range (see the
type plate on the transmitter and the receiver).
왘 Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency
information sheet.
왘 Make sure that the desired frequencies are approved and legal in your country
and, if necessary, apply for an operating license.
Synchronizing the transmitter with a receiver – individual operation
Upon delivery, transmitter and receiver are synchronized with each other. If, however, you
cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver, you have to synchronize the channels of the devices:
왘 Carry out the Easy Setup Sync function and then the Sync function (see page 15).
The frequency of the selected frequency preset must be approved and legal in your
country (see above).
Alternatively, you can set the channel on the transmitter manually:
왘 Make sure that you set the transmitter to the same frequency bank and the same
channel as the receiver.
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Synchronizing the transmitter with a receiver
Synchronizing transmitters with receivers – multi-channel operation
Network operation
using the WSM
Stereo Transmitter
Stereo Transmitter
In multi-channel operation, the transmitters are remote controlled via a PC running the
“Wireless Systems Manager” (WSM) software.
Advantages of controlling the transmitters via the “Wireless Systems Manager”
(WSM) software:
Stereo Transmitter
Stereo Transmitter
• Detailed overview of all transmission and receiving channels
• Remote control of all transmitters in the network
• Combination of transmitters of different frequency ranges (see page 4)
왘 Connect your transmitters and your PC in a network (see page 12).
왘 Switch your transmitters and your PC on.
왘 Launch the “Wireless Systems Manager” (WSM) software.
왘 To set up your multi-channel system, proceed as described in the instruction manual of
the “Wireless Systems Manager” (WSM) software.
Operation without
network
왘 Carry out the Easy Setup Sync function and then, for each transmission link, the Sync
function (see page 15).
The frequencies of the selected frequency presets must be approved and legal in your
country (see above).
You can also freely select the frequencies and store these frequencies in the frequency banks
“U1” to “U6”.
If you want to use the frequency banks “U1” to “U6”:
왘 Make sure to use transmitters and receivers from the same frequency range (see page 4
and the type plates of the devices).
왘 Only use frequencies that are approved and legal in your country (see page 21).
To ensure that the desired frequencies are intermodulation-free:
왘 Contact your Sennheiser partner (see www.sennheiser.com).
왘 Set each transmitter to the same frequency bank.
왘 On one of the transmitters, select a channel within this frequency bank (see page 20).
왘 Assign this channel one of the calculated transmission frequencies (see page 20).
왘 Synchronize a receiver with your transmitter (
, see page 15).
OR
왘 Manually set the receiver to the same frequency bank, channel and frequency that you
set on the transmitter.
왘 Repeat for the remaining transmitters and receivers as described above.
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Cleaning the transmitter
Cleaning the transmitter
CAUTION!
Liquids can damage the electronics of the transmitter!
Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the
electronics.
왘 Keep all liquids away from the transmitter.
왘 Before cleaning, disconnect the device from the mains.
왘 Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the device from time to time. Do not use any solvents
or cleansing agents.
If a problem occurs ...
Problem
Possible cause
Possible solution
Transmitter cannot be
operated, “Locked”
appears on the display
panel
Lock mode is activated
Deactivate the lock mode
(see page 18 and page 20).
No operation indication
No mains connection
Check the connections of the mains unit.
No RF signal at the
receiver
Transmitter and receiver are not on the
same channel
Set the transmitter and receiver to the same
channel. To do so, use the synchronization
function (see page 14).
If “RF Mute” additionally appears on the
transmitter display:
RF signal is deactivated
Activate the RF signal (see page 18).
Transmission range is exceeded
Check the squelch threshold setting on the
receiver.
Very weak RF signal at
the receiver
Reduce the distance between receiver and
transmitter.
Increase the transmission power (see page 20).
Receiver’s squelch threshold is adjusted
too high
Reduce the squelch threshold
(see the instruction manual of the receiver).
Reposition the antennas.
RF signal available,
no audio signal at the
receiver
No input signal at the transmitter
Check the audio level on the transmitter display
(see page 7).
Very low input signal
Check the audio level on the transmitter
display (see page 7), increase the level of
the input signal or adjust the input sensitivity
(see page 20).
Audio signal has a high
Transmitter sensitivity is adjusted too
level of background noise low
Adjust the transmitter sensitivity correctly.
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If a problem occurs ...
Problem
Possible cause
Audio signal is distorted
If “AF PEAK” additionally appears on the Adjust the transmitter sensitivity correctly.
transmitter display:
transmitter sensitivity is adjusted too
high
Receiver’s audio output level is adjusted
too high
Possible solution
Reduce the audio output level
(see the instruction manual of the receiver).
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 & Support”.
For accessories, visit the ew G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
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Specifications
Specifications
RF characteristics
Frequency ranges
Transmission frequencies
Switching bandwidth
Frequency stability
Antenna output
RF output power at 50 Ω
Frequency ranges
Transmission frequencies
516–558, 566–608, 626–668, 734–776,
780–822, 823–865 MHz (A to E, G, see page 4)
1,680 frequencies,
tuneable in steps of 25 kHz
20 frequency banks, each with up to 16 factory-preset
channels
6 frequency banks with up to 16 user programmable
channels
42 MHz
±10 ppm (–10°C to +55°C)
BNC socket, 50 Ω
typ. 10/30 mW
(Low/Standard),
switchable
AF characteristics
Modulation
Compander system
Nominal/peak deviation
MPX pilot tone (frequency/deviation)
AF frequency response
AF input BAL AF IN L (I)/BAL AF IN R (II)
Max. input level
THD
(at 1 kHz and nominal deviation)
Signal-to-noise ratio
at nominal load and peak deviation
AF output LOOP OUT BAL L (I)/LOOP OUT BAL R (II)
wideband FM stereo (MPX pilot tone)
Sennheiser HDX
±24 kHz/±48 kHz
19 kHz/±5 kHz
25 Hz to 15 kHz
2 x XLR-3/¼” (6.3 mm) jack combo socket,
electronically balanced
+22 dBu
< 0.9%
> 90 dB
¼” (6.3 mm) stereo jack socket, balanced
Overall device
Temperature range
Power supply
Current consumption
Dimensions
Weight
–10°C to +55°C
12 V
max. 350 mA
approx. 202 mm x 212 mm x 43 mm
approx. 980 g
In compliance with
Europe
EMC
Radio
Safety
EN 301489-1/-9
EN 300422-1/-2
EN 60065
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Specifications
Approved by
Canada
Industry Canada RSS 210,
IC: 2099A-G3SREK
limited to 806 MHz
FCC-Part 74 FCC-ID: DMOG3SREK
limited to 698 MHz
USA
NT 2-3 mains unit
Input voltage
Current consumption
Output voltage
Secondary output current
Temperature range
100 to 240 V~, 50/60 Hz
max. 120 mA
12 V
400 mA
−10°C to +40°C
In compliance with
Europe
EMC
Safety
EN 55022, EN 55024,
EN 55014-1/-2
EN 60065
USA
47 CFR 15 subpart B
Canada
ICES 003
The mains unit is certified in accordance with the legal safety requirements of Europe, the United States, Canada, Russia
and Japan.
Connector assignment
Audio
¼” (6.3 mm) stereo jack plug,
balanced (Audio In/Loop out)
Other connectors
XLR-3F connector,
balanced (Audio In)
+
2
1
3
¼” (6.3 mm) mono jack plug,
unbalanced
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¼” (6.3 mm) stereo jack plug
for headphone output
DC connector for
power supply
Manufacturer Declarations
Manufacturer Declarations
Warranty
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product.
For the current warranty conditions, please visit our web site at www.sennheiser.com or
contact your Sennheiser partner.
In compliance with the following requirements
• RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC)
• WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC)
Please dispose of the transmitter at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it
to your local collection point or recycling center for such equipment.
CE Declaration of Conformity
•
0682
• R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), EMC Directive (2004/108/EC),
Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC)
The declarations are available at www.sennheiser.com.
Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective country-specific
regulations.
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 residential 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 particular 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 interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• 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!
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG
Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany
www.sennheiser.com
Printed in Germany
Publ. 01/09
529680/A01