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EM 2000
EM 2050
Instruction manual
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Contents Contents Important safety instructions ............................................................................................................................................................. 2 The EM 2000 and EM 2050 rack-mount receivers ........................................................................................................................... 4 Areas of application ....................................................................................................
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Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. Always include these instructions when passing the receiver on to third parties. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, st
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Important safety instructions This symbol is intended to alert the user to the risk of electric shock if the receiver is opened. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and mainte- nance instructions in the literature accompanying this receiver. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cables as this may result in fire and electric shock. Replacement par
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The EM 2000 and EM 2050 rack-mount receivers The EM 2000 and EM 2050 rack-mount receivers This rack-mount receiver 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 • P
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Delivery includes Each frequency range (Aw–Ew, 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 Channel 1 – freely selectable frequency Channel 2 – freely selectable frequency Frequency bank U1 ... U6 Channel 64 – freely selectable frequency Each of the channels in the frequency banks “1” to “20” has been factory-preset to a fixed receiving frequency (frequency preset). The f
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Product overview Product overview Overview of the EM 2000/EM 2050 receiver The EM 2050 twin receiver has the same operating elements as the EM 2000 receiver. All information contained in this instruction manual refers to both receivers. EM 2050 PEAK PEAK B.Ch: 20.64 **2000** True Diversity Receiver EM 2050 B.Ch: 20.64 **2000** 40 0 40 0 30 -10 30 -10 A MHz MHz 543.200 543.200 20 -20 20 -20 -30 -30 10 EQ: SKM2000 10 EQ: SKM2000 -40 -40 P + 12dB MUTE P + 12dB MUTE RF AF RF AF
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Product overview Overview of the displays After switch-on, the receiver displays the standard display “Receiver Parameters”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, please refer to page 15. This standard display displays the operating states of the receiver and provides the most important information on the received transmitter – provided the linked transmitter supports this function. PEAK B.Ch: 20.64 **2000** 40 0 -10 30 MHz 543.200 -20 20 -30 SKM2000
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Product overview Display Device Meaning Transmitter type Transmitter Product name of the linked 2000 series transmitter The product name is displayed only if the linked transmitter supports this function. Battery status Transmitter Charge status: approx. 100% approx. 70% approx. 30% battery icon is flashing; charge status is critical When the battery charge status is critical, “Low Battery” flashes in alternation with the standard display. Lock mode icon Receiver Lock mode is activated (
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Putting the receiver into operation Putting the receiver into operation Preparing the receiver for use Setting up the receiver on a flat surface Fitting the device feet Do not fit the device feet when mounting the receiver into a 19” rack. Clean the base of the receiver where you want to fix the device feet. Fit the device feet to the four corners of the receiver. Place the receiver on a flat, horizontal surface. Please note that the device feet can leave stains on delicate surfaces. Con
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Putting the receiver into operation Connecting the rod antennas to the rear of the receiver Connect the rod antennas! (see diagram). Align the antennas in a V-shape. ! Mounting the antennas to the front of the rack To mount the antenna connections to the front of the rack when rack mounting the receiver, you require the AM 2 antenna front mount kit (optional accessory). The AM 2 consists of: • 2 BNC extension cables (screw-in BNC socket to BNC connector), •4 washers , •2 nuts . Unsecu
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Putting the receiver into operation Connect the rod antennas! to the two BNC sockets of the BNC cables . Align the antennas upwards in a V-shape. Connecting remote antennas (optional accessories) CAUTION! Danger of damage to the antennas To supply an active direction antenna (e.g. A 3700 for the UHF range) or an antenna booster (e.g. AB 3700), a direct voltage (which cannot be switched off) is output via the antenna sockets of the receiver. If you use antennas from other manufacturers, take
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Putting the receiver into operation Connecting an amplifier/mixing console The receiver’s XLR-3M socket
and the ¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket are connected in parallel. TRANS-BAL AF OUT B Use a suitable cable to connect the amplifier and/or the mixing console to the XLR-3M B +18dBu MAX ETHERNET RJ-45 socket
and/or the ¼” (6.3 mm) jack socket (see also page 34). Via the operating menu, adjust the audio output level (“AF Out”) of the receiver to the
input of the amplifier or mixing console
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Using the receiver Using the receiver To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see below). 2. Switch the transmitter on (see the instruction manual of the transmitter). 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 29. If you cannot establish a transmission link between transmitter and receiver: Make sure that transmitter and re
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Using the receiver Set the headphone volume control to the minimum position. PEAK True Diversity Receiver EM 2000 B.Ch: 40 0 30 -10 20 -20 Connect headphones with a ¼” (6.3 mm) stereo jack plug to the headphone output . -30 EQ: 10 -40 + 1 RF AF P Gradually increase the volume and monitor the audio signal with the lowest possible volume. Synchronizing a transmitter with the receiver You can synchronize a suitable transmitter of the 2000 series with the receiver. By default, the foll
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Using the receiver The lock mode icon flashes prior to the lock mode being activated again. PEAK B.Ch: 20.64 **2000** 40 0 -10 30 MHz 543.200 -20 20 -30 SKM2000 10 EQ: -40 + 12dB MUTE RF AF P Muting the audio signal To mute the audio signal: When one of the standard displays is shown on the display panel, press the STANDBY button. “RX Mute On?” appears on the display panel. Press the jog dial. The audio signal is muted. “RX Mute” flashes in alternation with the current standard display.
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Using the operating menu Using the operating menu The buttons Button Function of the button Press the STANDBY • Switches the receiver on and off button • Cancels the entry and returns to the current standard display (ESC function) • Mutes the receiver (special function, see page 15) Press the jog dial • Changes from the current 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 • Selects a stan
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Using the operating menu Display Function of the menu item Page Main menu “Menu” Squelch Adjusts the squelch threshold 20 Easy Setup Scans for unused frequency presets, releases and selects frequency presets 21 Frequency Preset Changes the frequency bank and the channel 21 Name Enters a freely selectable name 21 AF Out Adjusts the audio output level 22 Equalizer Changes the frequency response of the output signal 22 Auto Lock Activates/deactivates the automatic lock mode 22 Advanced Calls up the
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Using the operating menu Display Function of the menu item Page Submenu “SK Settings” / “SKM Settings” / “SKP Settings” Sensitivity Adjusts the input sensitivity Low Cut Actives/deactivates the low cut filter (“SKM Settings” only) Auto Lock Activates/deactivates the automatic lock mode Mute Mode Sets the mode for the MUTE switch (“SK Settings” and “SKP Settings” only) 26 RF Power Adjusts the transmission power Phantom Power48V Activates/deactivates the phantom powering (“SKP Settings” only) Cabl
