evolution wireless G4 100 series Instruction Manual Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany, www.sennheiser.com ew 100 G4 - v2.
Overview 6 ew 100 G4 series products 7 EM 100 G4 rack receiver 8 SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter 9 SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter 10 Accessories 11 Microphones and cables 12 Microphone modules 12 Headset and Lavalier microphones 12 Line/instrument cables 13 Rechargeable battery and charger 14 BA 2015 rechargeable battery 14 L 2015 charger 14 LA 2 charging adapter 15 Accessories for rack mounting 16 GA 3 rack mount kit 16 AM 2 antenna front mounting kit 16 Antennas and accessories 17 Omni-directional antenn
teries 37 Battery status 38 Connecting a microphone to the SK 100 G4 39 Connecting an instrument or line source to the SK 100 G4 40 Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing 41 Installing the ASA 214 42 Connectors on the rear of the device 43 Product overview for the rear side of the ASA 214 43 Connecting/disconnecting the ASA 214 to/from the power supply system 44 Connecting receivers to the ASA 214 45 Connecting antennas 47 Connecting remote antennas 47 Connecting rod antennas 47 Information on ante
Frequency Preset menu item 76 Name menu item 77 AF Out menu item 78 Equalizer menu item 79 Auto Lock menu item 80 Advanced menu item 81 Advanced -> Tune menu item 82 Only adjusting the frequency 82 Setting the channel and frequency 82 Advanced -> Guitar Tuner menu item 83 Advanced -> Pilot Tone menu item 83 Advanced -> LCD Contrast menu item 84 Advanced -> Reset menu item 84 Advanced -> Software Revision menu item 84 Using the SKM 100 G4 85 Operating elements of the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter 86 Switc
Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) 106 Deactivating the RF signal with the MUTE switch 106 Deactivating the RF signal with the ON/OFF button 108 Lock-off function 109 Displays on the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter display panel 110 Select a standard display 111 Buttons for navigating the SK 100 G4 menu 112 Navigating through the menu 112 Making changes in a menu item 112 Setting options in the menu 113 Sensitivity menu item 114 Frequency Preset menu item 114 Name menu item 115 Auto Lock menu item 115 Adva
AF characteristics 134 Overall device 135 SK 100 G4 136 RF characteristics 136 AF characteristics 136 Overall device 137 ASA 214 138 Specifications 138 Block diagram 139 Pin assignment 140 3.5 mm stereo jack plug 140 3.5 mm mic jack plug 140 3.5 mm line jack plug 140 6.3 mm stereo jack plug, balanced (audio in/loop out) 140 6.3 mm mono jack plug, unbalanced 141 6.
Overview PRODUCT INFORMATION Overview You can find information about the individual products in the ew 100 G4 series under “ew 100 G4 series products”. For information about the available accessories, see “Accessories”. You can find information about the ew 100 G4 series frequency bank system under “The frequency bank system”.
ew 100 G4 series products ew 100 G4 series products You can also find more information here: • A variety of frequency variants are available from the individual products. You can find more information under “Product variants”. • You can find technical specifications about the individual products under “Specifications”. • You can find information about installing the products under “Installing and starting up ew 100 G4 series devices”.
EM 100 G4 rack receiver ► You can find more detailed information about the EM 100 G4 in the following sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the EM 100 G4” • Operation: “Using the EM 100 G4” • Technical Data: “EM 100 G4” 8
SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter ► SKM 100 G4 variant: ► SKM 100 G4-S variant: ► The SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter is also available in the SKM 100 G4S variant with an integrated mute switch.
SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter ► You can find more detailed information about the SK 100 G4 in the following sections: • Installation and Startup: “Installing the SK 100 G4” • Operation: “Using the SK 100 G4” • Technical Data: “SK 100 G4” 10
Accessories Accessories A variety of accessories are available for the ew 100 G4 series.
Accessories Microphones and cables Microphone modules We recommend using the following microphone modules with the SKM 100 G4 and SKM 100 G4-S handheld transmitters. ► Module Features Article no.
Accessories Microphone Features Article no. SL Headmic 1 BE Headband microphone, omni-directional, beige 506272 SL Headmic 1 BK Headband microphone, omni-directional, black 506271 SL Headmic 1 SB Headband microphone, omni-directional, silver 506904 You can find more information about the individual microphones on their respective product pages at www.sennheiser.com.
Accessories Rechargeable battery and charger BA 2015 rechargeable battery The BA 2015 rechargeable battery is designed for use with evolution wireless G4 series handheld transmitters, bodypack transmitters and bodypack receivers. Article no. 009950 ► L 2015 charger The BA 2015 rechargeable battery can be charged in the L 2015 charger on its own or inside of the bodypack transmitter/bodypack receiver. Article no.
Accessories LA 2 charging adapter Charging adapter for L 2015 charger for charging SKM G4 handheld transmitters with installed BA 2015 rechargeable battery. Article no.
Accessories Accessories for rack mounting GA 3 rack mount kit 19” rack adapter for mounting the EM 100 G4, EM 300-500 G4 or SR IEM G4 in a 19” rack. Article no. 503167 ► AM 2 antenna front mounting kit Antenna front mounting kit for installing antenna connections on the front of the rack when using the EM 100 G4, EM 300-500 G4 or SR IEM G4 together with the GA 3 rack mounting kit. Article no.
Accessories Antennas and accessories The following antenna components are available as accessory parts. Omni-directional antennas • A 1031-U, passive omni-directional antenna, article no. 004645 Directional antennas • A 2003 UHF, passive directional antenna, article no. 003658 • AD 1800, passive directional antenna, 1.8 GHz range, article no. 504916 Antenna splitter ► • ASA 214, active antenna splitter 2×1:4 • ASA 214-UHF variant, 470 – 870 MHz, article no.
Accessories Additional accessories Color labeling set • KEN 2, color labeling set for SKM handheld transmitters, article no. 530195 ► Microphone clamp • MZQ 1, microphone clamp for SKM handheld transmitters, article no.
The frequency bank system The frequency bank system There are different frequency ranges in the UHF band available for transmission.
Installing and starting up ew 100 G4 series devices INSTALLATION Installing and starting up ew 100 G4 series devices You can find information about installing and connecting ew 100 G4 series devices in the following sections.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Installing the EM 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the EM 100 G4. You can find information about operating the EM 100 G4 under “Using the EM 100 G4”.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Connectors on the rear of the device Product overview for the rear side of the EM 100 G4 ► 1 Strain relief for the cable of the power supply unit • See “Connecting/disconnecting the EM 100 G4 to/from the power supply system” 2 Connecting cables for the power supply unit (DC IN) • See “Connecting/disconnecting the EM 100 G4 to/from the power supply system” 3 XLR-3 socket for audio output, balanced (AF OUT BAL) • See “Outputting audio signals” 4 6.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Connecting/disconnecting the EM 100 G4 to/from the power supply system Only use the supplied power supply unit. It is designed for your receiver and ensures safe operation. To connect the EM 100 G4 to the power supply system: ▷ Insert the plug of the power supply unit into the DC IN socket of the receiver. ▷ Pass the cable of the power supply unit through the cable grip. ▷ Slide the supplied country adapter onto the power supply unit.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Creating a data network You can cascade multiple EM 100 G4s to a multi-channel system using the two DATA RJ-10 interfaces (up to 12 receivers). You can perform a frequency setup for the entire multi-channel system via this data network using the Easy Setup function. The setup only works when all of the receivers have the same frequency range. ▷ Connect the receivers to create a multi-channel system using the supplied RJ-10 cables as shown in the diagram.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Setting up a multi-channel system with more than 12 receivers You can use the Easy Setup function to automatically set up a maximum of 12 receivers. If you assign the frequencies manually, however, you can use up to 20 receivers in a multi-channel system (not possible in the TH, JB, K+ and 1G8 frequency ranges). ▷ To do so, set a frequency manually in each receiver (see “Advanced -> Tune menu item”). ▷ Use the frequencies from the following table.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Outputting audio signals The EM 100 G4 has a balanced XLR-3M output socket and an unbalanced 6.3 mm jack output socket. ▷ Always use only one of the two AF OUT output sockets for each channel. To connect an XLR cable: ▷ Plug the XLR cable into the AF OUT BAL socket of the EM 100 G4. To connect a jack cable: ▷ Plug the jack cable into the AF OUT UNBAL socket of the EM 100 G4.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Connecting antennas To connect the supplied rod antennas: ▷ Connect the first rod antenna to the ANT I socket on the rear side of the EM 100 G4. ▷ Connect the second rod antenna to the ANT II socket on the rear side of the EM 100 G4. ▷ Gently angle the rod antennas to the left and right as shown in the figure. If you are using more than one receiver, we recommend using remote antennas and the ASA 214 antenna splitter.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Installing the EM 100 G4 in a rack CAUTION Rack mounting poses risks 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. ▷ Make sure that the ambient temperature within the rack does not exceed the permissible temperature limit specified in the specifications. See “EM 100 G4”.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Mounting a single receiver in a rack To mount the receiver in a rack, you will need the GA 3 rack mounting kit (optional accessory). To fasten the mounting angle of the GA 3 rack mounting kit: ▷ Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws (M4x8) on each side of the receiver. ▷ Secure both of the the mounting angles to the sides of the receiver using the previously removed recessed head screws.
Installing the EM 100 G4 Mounting two receivers side by side in a rack When you mount two receivers side by side, it is only possible to front mount antennas when you use the ASA 214 antenna splitter in combination with the AM 2 front mounting kit and an additional GA 3 rack mounting kit, To mount the receiver using the GA 3 rack mounting kit (optional accessory): ▷ Place both receivers upside down and side by side on an even surface.
Installing the SKM 100 G4 Installing the SKM 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the SKM 100 G4. You can find information about operating the SKM 100 G4 under “Using the SKM 100 G4”.
Installing the SKM 100 G4 Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the wireless microphone either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery. ▷ Screw the rear part of the wireless microphone in the direction of the arrow (counter-clockwise) off of the handle of the wireless microphone. When you remove the wireless microphone during operation, mute is automatically activated. MUTE appears in the display panel.
Installing the SKM 100 G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ► 33
Installing the SKM 100 G4 Replacing the microphone module You can find a list of the recommended microphone modules for the handheld transmitter under “Microphones and cables”. To change the microphone module: ▷ Unscrew the microphone module. ▷ Screw the desired microphone module on. ► Do not touch the wireless microphone contacts or the microphone module contacts. If you touch the contacts, they may become dirty or bent.
Installing the SKM 100 G4 Changing the colored ring To change the colored ring: ▷ Pull the colored ring off as shown in the diagram. ► ▷ Attached a colored ring in the color you want as shown in the diagram.
Installing the SK 100 G4 Installing the SK 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the SK 100 G4. You can find information about operating the SK 100 G4 under “Using the SK 100 G4”.
Installing the SK 100 G4 Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries You can operate the bodypack transmitter either with batteries (AA, 1.5 V) or with the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 battery. ▷ Press the two catches and open the battery compartment cover. ▷ Insert the batteries or the rechargeable battery as shown below. Please observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries. ► ▷ Close the battery compartment. The cover locks into place with an audible click.
Installing the SK 100 G4 Battery status Charge status of the batteries: ► Charge status is critical (LOW BATT): ► 38
Installing the SK 100 G4 Connecting a microphone to the SK 100 G4 You can find a list of recommended Lavalier and headset microphones for the bodypack transmitter under “Microphones and cables”. To connect a microphone to the bodypack transmitter: ▷ Insert the cable’s 3.5 mm jack plug into the MIC/LINE socket on the bodypack transmitter as shown in the diagram. ▷ Screw the plug’s coupling ring onto the audio socket thread of the bodypack transmitter.
Installing the SK 100 G4 Connecting an instrument or line source to the SK 100 G4 You can connect instruments or audio sources with a line level to the bodypack transmitter. To do this, you will need the Ci 1-N (6.3 mm jack plug on a lockable 3.5 mm jack plug) or CL 2 (XLR-3F plug on lockable 3.5 mm jack plug) Sennheiser cables. To connect an instrument or line source to bodypack transmitter: ▷ Insert the cable’s 3.
Installing the SK 100 G4 Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing You can use the belt clip to attach the bodypack transmitter to your waistband or on a guitar strap. The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the bodypack 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 accidentally.
Installing the ASA 214 Installing the ASA 214 These sections contain detailed information about installing and starting up the ASA 214. You can find information about operating the ASA 214 under “Using the ASA 214”.
Installing the ASA 214 Connectors on the rear of the device Product overview for the rear side of the ASA 214 ► 1 ANT RF IN B BNC socket • Antenna input of diversity branch B • See “Connecting antennas” 2 RF OUT A BNC socket • RF output only for connecting an additional ASA 214 to build an 8channel diversity system • See “Configuring multi-channel systems” 3 DC INsocket • To connect the NT 1-1 power supply unit • See “Connecting/disconnecting the ASA 214 to/from the power supply system” 4 4 BNC sockets B1
Installing the ASA 214 Connecting/disconnecting the ASA 214 to/from the power supply system To supply power to the ASA 214, the connected receivers and any antenna amplifiers used, you will need the NT 1-1 power supply unit. Only use the supplied NT 1-1 power supply unit. It is designed for your antenna splitter and ensures safe operation. To connect the ASA 214 antenna splitter to the power supply system: ▷ Plug the hollow jack plug of the power supply unit into the DC IN socket of the antenna splitter.
Installing the ASA 214 Connecting receivers to the ASA 214 You can connect and operate up to four stationary receivers to the ASA 214. Sennheiser receivers of the ew G4 and ew G3 series can also be supplied with power from the ASA 214.
Installing the ASA 214 To connect the receivers to the ASA 214 antenna splitter: ▷ Connect one of the receiver’s antenna inputs to one of the BNC sockets A1 to A4 using one of the supplied BNC cables. The compatible receivers listed above do not require their own power supply. They are powered via the BNC sockets A1 to A4. ▷ Connect the receiver’s other antenna input to one of the BNC sockets B1 to B4 using one of the supplied BNC cables.
Installing the ASA 214 Connecting antennas For more information about antennas and antenna accessories, see “Antennas and accessories”. In order to ensure optimal reception even in the case of poor reception conditions, we recommend using remote antennas. Connecting remote antennas ▷ Mount two antennas or a combination of an antenna and an antenna amplifier to the BNC sockets ANT RF IN A and ANT RF IN B. ► Connecting rod antennas ▷ Mount the antennas to the BNC sockets ANT RF IN A and ANT RF IN B.
Installing the ASA 214 Information on antenna amplifiers and cable lengths The following table shows which cable lengths require the use of the AB 3 or AB 4 antenna amplifier as well as the maximum recommended cable lengths. Device ASA 214 (AB 3 & AB 4) Frequen- Number cy range of AB 3 around or AB 4 500 MHz 700 MHz 900 MHz ASA 214 - 1G8 (AB 3) 1800 MHz Max.
Installing the ASA 214 • Aw+ range: 470 – 558 MHz • Gw range: 558 – 626 MHz • GBw range: 606 – 678 MHz • Bw range: 526 – 698 MHz • Cw range: 718 – 790 MHz • Dw range: 790 – 865 MHz 49
Installing the ASA 214 Configuring multi-channel systems The following options for connecting multi-channel systems are possible: Option 1: Two antennas supply a 4-channel system 50
Installing the ASA 214 Option 2: Two 4-channel systems are interconnected Option 3: Two antennas supply a 8-channel system 51
Installing the ASA 214 Installing the ASA 214 in a rack CAUTION Rack mounting poses risks 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. ▷ Make sure that the ambient temperature within the rack does not exceed the permissible temperature limit specified in the specifications. See “Specifications”.
Installing the ASA 214 Mounting a single antenna splitter in a rack To mount the antenna splitter in a rack, you will need the GA 3 rack mounting kit (optional accessory). To fasten the mounting angle of the GA 3 rack mounting kit: ▷ Unscrew and remove the two recessed head screws (M4x8) on each side of the antenna splitter. ▷ Secure the mounting angles to the sides of the antenna splitter using the previously removed recessed head screws.
Installing the ASA 214 ▷ Attach the antennas. You have the following options: • Connect the supplied rod antennas on the rear side of the antenna splitter. In this case, cover the antenna holes with the two covers (left diagram). • Attach the AM 2 antenna front mounting set (optional accessory) and mount the rod antennas on the blanking plate (right diagram). ► ► ▷ Slide the antenna splitter with the mounted blanking plate into the 19" rack.
Installing the ASA 214 Mounting two antenna splitters side by side in a rack To mount the antenna splitters using the GA 3 rack mounting kit (optional accessory): ▷ Place both antenna splitters upside down and side by side on an even surface. ▷ Secure the jointing plate to the transmitters using the six recessed head screws (M3x6). ▷ Secure the mounting angle.
Using ew 100 G4 series devices OPERATION Using ew 100 G4 series devices You can find information about using ew 100 G4 series devices in the following sections.
Using ew 100 G4 series devices In the sections below, you can find important information about specific use cases.
Using the EM 100 G4 Using the EM 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the EM 100 G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the EM 100 G4 under “Installing the EM 100 G4”.
Using the EM 100 G4 Operating elements on the front of the device Product overview for the front of the EM 100 G4 ► 1 Infrared interface with a blue LED • See “Synchronizing devices” 2 Display panel • See “Displays on the EM 100 G4 display panel” 3 UP/DOWN buttons • See “Buttons for navigating through the menu” 4 SYNC button • See “Synchronizing devices” 5 ESC button • See “Buttons for navigating through the menu” 6 SET button • See “Buttons for navigating through the menu” 7 STANDBY button • See “Switchi
Using the EM 100 G4 Switching the EM 100 G4 on and off To switch the receiver on: ▷ Short-press the STANDBY button. The receiver switches on and the Receiver Parameters standard display appears. ► To switch the receiver to standby mode: ▷ If necessary, deactivate the lock-off function (see “Lock-off function”). ▷ Press and hold the STANDBY button until OFF appears on the display panel. The display panel switches off.
Using the EM 100 G4 Muting the audio output To mute the audio signal of the receiver: ▷ Short-press the STANDBY button in one of the standard displays. The RX Mute On? display appears. ▷ Press the SET button. The audio signal is muted. To cancel the muting: ▷ Short-press the STANDBY button. The RX Mute Off? display appears. ▷ Press the SET button. The audio output is no longer muted.
Using the EM 100 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Auto Lock menu item”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the receiver off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷ Press the SET button. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button. Locked appears in the display panel. Unlock? appears in the display panel. ▷ Press the SET button.
Using the EM 100 G4 Displays on the EM 100 G4 display panel Status information such as reception quality, battery status, audio level, etc. is displayed on the home screen of the display panel. • See “Home screen”. The display panel also displays the operating menu which you can use to configure all of the settings. • See “Setting options in the menu”. Buttons for navigating through the menu To navigate through the EM 100 G4 operating menu, you need the following buttons.
Using the EM 100 G4 ► Press the SET button • Changes from the current standard display to the operating menu • Calls up a menu item • Changes to a submenu • Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu ► Press the UP or DOWN button • Selects a standard display (see “Home screen”) • Changes to the previous or next menu item • Changes the setting of a menu item 64
Using the EM 100 G4 Home screen After you switch on the receiver, the display panel initially displays the Sennheiser logo. After a short time, the home screen is then displayed. The home screen has three different standard displays. ▷ On the home screen, press the UP and DOWN buttons to switch between the standard displays.
Using the EM 100 G4 • Activated pilot tone evaluation • See “Advanced -> Pilot Tone menu item” 7 MUTE muting function • Receiver or transmitter is muted • See “Muting the audio output” 8 Battery status of the transmitter • SKM 100 G4: see “Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries” • SK 100 G4: see “Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries” 9 Lock-off function • Lock-off function is activated on the receiver • See “Lock-off function” Soundcheck standard display The Sou
Using the EM 100 G4 RF Max • Maximum RF signal level • both antennas should reach 40 dBμV Ways to optimize ▷ Check that the antennas and the antenna cables are correctly connected. ▷ Improve the position of the antennas. ▷ If necessary, use an antenna booster. AF Max Maximum audio level Ways to optimize On your transmitter, adjust the audio level as high as possible without the display for the audio level showing full deflection (AF Max is at a level with the PEAK display).
Using the EM 100 G4 Setting options in the menu In the EM 100 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings.
Using the EM 100 G4 Menu structure The figure shows the complete EM 100 G4 menu structure in an overview.
Using the EM 100 G4 Squelch menu item You can adjust the squelch threshold in the Squelch menu item. Setting range: • Low >> 5 dBμV • Middle >> 15 dBμV • High >> 25 dBμV The squelch threshold is displayed on the home screen in the RF signal level area. ► CAUTION Risk of hearing and material damage If you set the squelch threshold to a very low value, a very loud hissing noise can occur in the receiver.
Using the EM 100 G4 To open the Squelch menu item: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button until the Squelch menu item appears in the selection frame. ▷ Press the SET button to open the menu item. ▷ Adjust the settings as desired. ► ▷ Press the SET button to save the changes you made to the settings. or ▷ Press the ESC button to cancel the entry without saving the setting.
Using the EM 100 G4 Easy Setup menu item You can scan for unused frequencies using the Easy Setup menu item. When you have connected multiple EM 100 G4 devices to a network via the RJ-10 interfaces (see “Creating a data network”), you can perform the frequency setup for all of the connected receivers. You can find more information about connecting multiple devices under “Performing multi-channel frequency setup” Switch off all transmitters before you perform the scan.
Using the EM 100 G4 ▷ Press the SET button to save your selection and synchronize the selected frequency with the transmitter at a later point (see “Synchronizing devices”). or ▷ Press the SYNC button to synchronize the selected frequency with the transmitter immediately. Current List ▷ Select Current List to show the list of unused frequencies from the last scan. Reset ▷ Select Reset List to delete the list of unused frequencies.
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Using the EM 100 G4 Setting up a multi-channel system with more than 12 receivers You can use the Easy Setup function to automatically set up a maximum of 12 receivers. If you assign the frequencies manually, however, you can use up to 20 receivers in a multi-channel system (not possible in the JB, K+ and 1G8 frequency ranges). ▷ To do so, set a frequency manually in each receiver (see “Advanced -> Tune menu item”). ▷ Use the frequencies from the following table.
Using the EM 100 G4 Frequency Preset menu item In the Frequency Preset menu item, you can adjust the receiving frequency of the receiver by adjusting the frequency bank and the channel. To open the Frequency Preset menu item: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button until the Frequency Preset menu item appears in the selection frame. ▷ Press the SET button to open the menu item. ▷ Adjust the settings as desired.
Using the EM 100 G4 Name menu item In the Name menu item you can enter a name for the radio link. To open the Name menu item: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button until the Name menu item appears in the selection frame. ▷ Press the SET button to open the menu item. ▷ Adjust the settings as desired. ► ▷ Press the SET button to save the changes you made to the settings.
Using the EM 100 G4 AF Out menu item In the AF Out menu item, you can set the audio level that is output via the receiver audio outputs. Setting range: • –24 dB to +18 dB in 3 dB steps To open the AF Out menu item: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button until the AF Out menu item appears in the selection frame. ▷ Press the SET button to open the menu item. ▷ Adjust the settings as desired.
Using the EM 100 G4 Equalizer menu item In the Equalizer menu item, you can change the frequency response of the output signal. You can reduce the bass range and boost the treble range. To open the Equalizer menu item: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button until the Equalizer menu item appears in the selection frame. ▷ Press the SET button to open the menu item. ▷ Adjust the settings as desired.
Using the EM 100 G4 Auto Lock menu item In the Auto Lock menu item you can activate or deactivate the auto lockoff function. You can find information about temporarily deactivating the lock-off function during operation under “Lock-off function”. To open the Auto Lock menu item: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button until the Auto Lock menu item appears in the selection frame. ▷ Press the SET button to open the menu item.
Using the EM 100 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings. To open the Advanced submenu: ▷ On the home screen, press the SET button to open the operating menu. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button until the Advanced menu item appears in the selection frame. ▷ Press the SET button to open the menu item.
Using the EM 100 G4 Advanced -> Tune menu item In the Tune menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can configure the receiving frequencies for the U frequency bank. You can save a total of 12 frequencies in the U frequency bank. Only adjusting the frequency ▷ Open the Tune menu item in the Advanced menu. ▷ Adjust the settings. ► ▷ Press the SET button to save the changes you made to the settings. or ▷ Press the ESC button to cancel the entry without saving the setting.
Using the EM 100 G4 Advanced -> Guitar Tuner menu item In the Guitar Tuner menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can adjust the options of the guitar tuner. The guitar tuner is opened in the Guitar Tuner standard display on the home screen. See “Guitar Tuner standard display”. ► • Inactive: The guitar tuner is deactivated. • Active: The guitar tuner is activated. • Audio mute: The guitar tuner is activated.
Using the EM 100 G4 Advanced -> LCD Contrast menu item In the LCD Contrast menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can adjust the display contrast of the display panel. ► Advanced -> Reset menu item In the Reset menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can reset all of the settings of the receiver to the factory settings. ► Advanced -> Software Revision menu item In the Software Revision menu item of the Advanced submenu, you can display the current software version of the receiver.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Using the SKM 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the SKM 100 G4 and SKM 100 G4-S. You can find information on installation and startup of the SKM 100 G4 and SKM 100 G4-S under “Installing the SKM 100 G4”.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Operating elements of the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter ► 1 Display panel • See “Displays on the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter display panel” 2 Infra-red interface • See “Synchronizing devices” 3 DOWN, UP and SET multi-function switch • See “Buttons for navigating the SKM 100 G4 menu” 4 ON/OFF button with ESC function in the operating menu • Switch the transmitter on or off See “Switching the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter on and off” • Escape function in the menu See “Buttons fo
Using the SKM 100 G4 6 Operation and battery indicator, red LED • illuminated = ON See “Switching the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter on and off” • flashing = LOW BATTERY See “Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries” 7 MIC button (only SKM 100 G4-S) • See “Muting the handheld transmitter (AF mute)” • See “Advanced > Mute Mode menu item (SKM 100 G4-S only)” Switching the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter on and off To switch on the SKM 100 G4: ▷ Hold down the ON/OFF button until the Senn
Using the SKM 100 G4 Muting the handheld transmitter (AF mute) SKM 100 G4 The audio signal of the transmitter cannot be muted. However, when you deactivate the RF signal no AF signal is output. See “Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute)”. SKM 100 G4-S You can mute the audio signal by pressing the MIC button.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) You can temporarily deactivate the RF signal when the microphone is switched on. When the RF signal is deactivated, no audio signal is output. Use this function to save battery or when you want to prepare a microphone for use during live broadcast without interfering with the current transmission path. To deactivate the RF signal: ▷ Short-press the ON/OFF button. RF Mute On? appears. ▷ Press the SET button.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Buttons for navigating the SKM 100 G4 menu”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷ Press the SET button. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button. Locked appears in the display panel. Unlock? appears in the display panel. ▷ Press the SET button.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Displays on the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter display panel You can view the following information on the transmitter display.
Using the SKM 100 G4 >> “Buttons for navigating the SKM 100 G4 menu” >> “Setting options in the menu” Select a standard display ▷ Move the multi-function switch to select a standard display: Frequency/Name standard display ► 548.100 MHz ew100 G4 AF P MUTE Channel/Frequency standard display ► B.Ch: 20.12 548.100 MHz AF P MUTE Name/Channel standard display ► ew100 G4 B.Ch: 20.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Buttons for navigating the SKM 100 G4 menu Navigating through the menu To open the menu: ▷ Press the SET button. The operating menu is shown on the transmitter display panel. To open a menu item: ▷ Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate through the individual menu items. ▷ Press the SET button to open the selected menu item.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Setting options in the menu In the SKM 100 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Sensitivity menu item • Adjusting the input sensitivity – AF audio level ► Setting range: 0 dB to -48 dB in 6 dB steps. The AF audio level is also displayed when the wireless microphone is muted, e.g. to check the sensitivity before a live broadcast.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Frequency Preset menu item • Manually selecting a frequency bank and channel ► While you work in the Frequency Preset menu, the RF signal is deactivated. Please note when creating multi-channel systems: Only the factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free. The wireless microphone and receiver must be set to the same frequency. Be sure to note the information on frequency selection under “Establishing a radio link”.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Auto Lock menu item • Switching the automatic lock-off function on and off ► This lock prevents the wireless microphone from being unintentionally switched off and also prevents any unintentional changes to the transmitter’s configuration. In the current standard display, the lock icon shows whether the lock-off function is currently switched on. You can find information about using the lock-off function under “Lock-off function”.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Advanced > Tune menu item • Configuring the transmission frequency and frequency bank U When you have configured the wireless microphone to a system bank and you call up the Tune menu item, channel 1 of the frequency bank U is automatically set. The message U.1 briefly appears in the display. In the factory settings, the channels of the frequency bank U are not assigned to any transmission frequency. While you work in the Tune menu, the RF signal is deactivated.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Advanced > Mute Mode menu item (SKM 100 G4-S only) • Configuring the function of the MIC button ► AF On/Off mode • When you press the MIC button, no audio signal is transmitted. Disabled mode • No function You can find information about the MIC button under “Muting the handheld transmitter (AF mute)”.
Using the SKM 100 G4 Advanced > Reset menu item • Resetting the wireless microphone ► When you reset the wireless microphone, only the selected settings of the pilot tone and the U frequency bank are retained. Advanced > Software Revision menu item • Show software revision You can display the current software revision.
Using the SK 100 G4 Using the SK 100 G4 These sections contain detailed information about using the SK 100 G4. You can find information on installation and startup of the SK 100 G4 under “Installing the SK 100 G4”.
Using the SK 100 G4 Operating elements of the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter ► 1 Display panel • See “Displays on the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter display panel” 2 Operation and battery indicator, red LED • illuminated = ON See “Switching the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter on and off” • flashing = LOW BATTERY See “Inserting and removing the batteries/rechargeable batteries” 3 Audio overload indicator, yellow LED • illuminated = AF PEAK (overload) See “Sensitivity menu item” 4 UP button • See “Buttons fo
Using the SK 100 G4 7 ON/OFF button with ESC function in the operating menu • Switch the transmitter on or off See “Switching the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter on and off” • Escape function in the menu See “Buttons for navigating the SK 100 G4 menu” 8 Infra-red interface • See “Synchronizing devices” 9 MUTE switch • Deactivate and activate audio signal See “Muting the bodypack transmitter (AF mute)” • Deactivate and activate RF signal See “Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute)” Switching the SK 100 G4 bod
Using the SK 100 G4 Muting the bodypack transmitter (AF mute) You can deactivate the audio signal with the MUTE switch. To do this, the MUTE switch function must be configured to AF On/Off. You can find more information about this subject under “Advanced > Mute Mode menu item”. ► ▷ Slide the MUTE switch to the MUTE position. The audio signal is muted. The message MUTE is shown on the display.
Using the SK 100 G4 Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute) You can deactivate the RF signal in two ways: Deactivating the RF signal with the MUTE switch You can deactivate the RF signal with the MUTE switch. To do this, the MUTE switch function must be configured to RF On/Off. You can find more information about this subject under “Advanced > Mute Mode menu item”.
Using the SK 100 G4 ▷ Slide the MUTE switch to the MUTE position. The RF signal is deactivated. The message MUTE is shown in the display and the transmission icon no longer appears.
Using the SK 100 G4 Deactivating the RF signal with the ON/OFF button You can deactivate the RF signal with the ON/OFF button. To deactivate the RF signal: ▷ Short-press the ON/OFF button. RF Mute On? appears. ▷ Press the SET button. The RF signal is deactivated. The message MUTE is shown in the display and the transmission icon no longer appears. To activate the RF signal: ▷ Short-press the ON/OFF button. RF Mute Off? appears. ▷ Press the SET button. The transmission icon appears again.
Using the SK 100 G4 Lock-off function You can set the automatic lock-off function in the Auto lock menu (see “Buttons for navigating the SK 100 G4 menu”). When you have switched on the lock-off function, you will have to turn the transmitter off and on again in order to operate it. To temporarily deactivate the lock-off function: ▷ Press the SET button. ▷ Press the UP or DOWN button. Locked appears in the display panel. Unlock? appears in the display panel. ▷ Press the SET button.
Using the SK 100 G4 Displays on the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter display panel You can view the following information on the transmitter display.
Using the SK 100 G4 >> “Buttons for navigating the SK 100 G4 menu” >> “Setting options in the menu” Select a standard display ▷ Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select a standard display. Frequency/Name standard display ► 548.100 MHz ew100 G4 AF P MUTE Channel/Frequency standard display ► B.Ch: 20.12 548.100 MHz AF P MUTE Name/Channel standard display ► ew100 G4 B.Ch: 20.
Using the SK 100 G4 Buttons for navigating the SK 100 G4 menu Navigating through the menu To open the menu: ▷ Press the SET button. The operating menu is shown on the transmitter display panel. To open a menu item: ▷ Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate through the individual menu items. ▷ Press the SET button to open the selected menu item.
Using the SK 100 G4 Setting options in the menu In the SK 100 G4 menu, you can configure the following settings.
Using the SK 100 G4 Sensitivity menu item • Adjusting the input sensitivity – AF audio level ► Setting range: 0 dB to –60 dB in 6 dB steps. The AF audio level is also displayed when the bodypack transmitter is muted, e.g. to check the sensitivity before a live broadcast.
Using the SK 100 G4 Name menu item • Entering names ► In the Name menu item you can enter any name you want for the bodypack transmitters (e.g. the names of the musicians). The name can be shown in the Frequency/Name and Name/Channel standard displays. The names are a maximum of 8 characters: • All letters except umlauts. • Numbers from 0 to 9 • Special characters and spaces Enter the names as follows: ▷ Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select a character.
Using the SK 100 G4 Advanced menu item In the Advanced submenu you can configure enhanced settings.
Using the SK 100 G4 Advanced > Tune menu item • Configuring the transmission frequency and frequency bank U When you have configured the bodypack transmitter to a system bank and you call up the Tune menu item, channel 1 of the frequency bank U is automatically set. The message U.1 briefly appears in the display. In the factory settings, the channels of the frequency bank U are not assigned to any transmission frequency. While you work in the Tune menu, the RF signal is deactivated.
Using the SK 100 G4 Advanced > Mute Mode menu item • Configuring the MUTE switch ► AF On/Off mode • If set to position MUTE, the audio signal is muted. RF On/Off mode • If set to position MUTE, the RF signal is deactivated. Disabled mode • No function You can find information about operating the mute switch under “Muting the bodypack transmitter (AF mute)” and “Deactivating the RF signal (RF mute)”.
Using the SK 100 G4 Advanced > Pilot Tone menu item • Activating/deactivating pilot tone transmission ► The pilot tone has an inaudible frequency that is sent from the transmitter and evaluated by the receiver. It supports the receiver’s squelch function. Advanced > LCD Contrast menu item • Adjusting the contrast of the display panel You can configure the contrast of the display in 16 steps.
Establishing a radio link Establishing a radio link To establish a radio link between the transmitter and receiver, the same frequency must be set in both devices. You can do this in a number of different ways: 1. Use the Easy Setup function to perform an automatic frequency setup (see “Easy Setup menu item”). 2. Set a frequency in the receiver manually (see “Frequency Preset menu item”) and synchronize it with the transmitter (see “Synchronizing devices”). 3.
Synchronizing devices Synchronizing devices You can synchronize ew 100 G4 series transmitters and receivers via the receiver’s infrared interface.
Synchronizing devices of the SKM 100 G4 handheld transmitter” and “Operating elements of the SK 100 G4 bodypack transmitter”) in front of the infra-red interface of the receiver (see “Operating elements on the front of the device”). The parameters are transferred to the transmitter. The blue LED blinks during transmission. When the transfer is complete, a tick appears in the receiver’s display as a confirmation. Then the receiver will return to the current standard display.
Using the ASA 214 Using the ASA 214 These sections contain detailed information about operating the ASA 214. You can find information on installation and startup of the ASA 214 under “Installing the ASA 214”.
Using the ASA 214 Operating elements on the front of the device ► 1 STANDBY button • See “Switching the ASA 214 on and off” 2 LED: Operation indicator 124
Using the ASA 214 Switching the ASA 214 on and off To switch on the antenna splitter: ▷ Short-press the STANDBY button. The antenna splitter switches on and the power LED turns green. The RF signals of the connected antennas are distributed to all connected receivers. To switch the antenna splitter to standby mode: ▷ Press the STANDBY button for approx. 2 seconds. The LED turns off. The connected antenna amplifiers are switched off.
Overview SPECIFICATIONS Overview In the sections below, you can find information about the different variants of the products in the ew 100 G4 series as well as technical data for the individual products.
Product variants Product variants EM 100 G4 product variants Made in Germany ► EM 100 G4-A1 470 – 516 MHz Art. no. 507603 EM 100 G4-A 516 – 558 MHz Art. no. 507604 EM 100 G4-GB 606 – 648 MHz Art. no. 507605 EM 100 G4-G 566 – 608 MHz Art. no. 507606 EM 100 G4-B 626 – 668 MHz Art. no. 507607 EM 100 G4-C 734 – 776 MHz Art. no. 507608 EM 100 G4-E 823 – 865 MHz Art. no. 507609 EM 100 G4-1G8 1785 – 1800 MHz Art. no. 507610 EM 100 G4-K+ 925 – 937.5 MHz Art. no.
Product variants SKM 100 G4 product variants Made in Germany SKM 100 G4-S ► SKM 100 G4-S-A1 470 – 516 MHz Art. no. 507594 SKM 100 G4-S-A 516 – 558 MHz Art. no. 507595 SKM 100 G4-S-GB 606 – 648 MHz Art. no. 507596 SKM 100 G4-S-G 566 – 608 MHz Art. no. 507597 SKM 100 G4-S-B 626 – 668 MHz Art. no. 507598 SKM 100 G4-S-C 734 – 776 MHz Art. no. 507599 SKM 100 G4-S-E 823 – 865 MHz Art. no. 507600 SKM 100 G4-S-1G8 1785 – 1800 MHz Art. no. 507601 SKM 100 G4-S-K+ 925 – 937.5 MHz Art. no.
Product variants SKM 100 G4-S ► SKM 100 G4-A1 470 – 516 MHz Art. no. 508001 SKM 100 G4-A 516 – 558 MHz Art. no. 508002 SKM 100 G4-AS 520 – 558 MHz Art. no. 508003 SKM 100 G4-G 566 – 608 MHz Art. no. 508004 SKM 100 G4-B 626 – 668 MHz Art. no. 508005 SKM 100 G4-C 734 – 776 MHz Art. no. 508006 SKM 100 G4-D 780 – 822 MHz Art. no. 508007 SKM 100 G4-JB 806 – 810 MHz Art. no. 508008 SK 100 G4 product variants Made in Germany ► SK 100 G4-A1 470 – 516 MHz Art. no.
Frequency tables Frequency tables You can find frequency tables for all available frequency ranges in the download section of the Sennheiser website uneer www.sennheiser.com/ download. Download area of the Sennheiser website Enter ew G4 into the search bar to show the frequency tables.
Specifications Specifications You can find product-specific technical data in the sections below.
EM 100 G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges A1: 470 – 516 MHz A: 516 – 558 MHz AS: 520 – 558 MHz G: 566 – 608 MHz GB: 606 – 648 MHz B: 626 – 668 MHz C: 734 – 776 MHz D: 780 – 822 MHz TH: 794 – 806 MHz E: 823 – 865 MHz JB: 806 – 810 MHz K+: 925 – 937.
AF characteristics ► Compander system Sennheiser HDX EQ presets (switchable, act on line and monitor outputs): Preset 1: Flat Preset 2: Low Cut –3 dB at 180 Hz Preset 3: Low Cut / High Boost –3 dB at 180 Hz +6 dB at 10 kHz Preset 4: High Boost +6 dB at 10 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio (1 mV, peak deviation) ≥ 110 dBA Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤ 0.9 % AF output voltage (at peak deviation, 1 kHz AF) 6.
SKM 100 G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges A1: 470 – 516 MHz A: 516 – 558 MHz AS: 520 – 558 MHz G: 566 – 608 MHz GB: 606 – 648 MHz B: 626 – 668 MHz C: 734 – 776 MHz D: 780 – 822 MHz E: 823 – 865 MHz JB: 806 – 810 MHz K+: 925 – 937.
Overall device ► Temperature range -10 °C to +55 °C (14 °F to 131 °F) Power supply 2 AA batteries, 1,5 V or BA 2015 accupack Nominal voltage 3 V battery / 2.4 V rechargeable battery Power consumption at nominal voltage with transmitter switched off typically 180 mA ≤ 25 μA Operating time Typically 8 h Dimensions Approx. Ø 50 x 265 mm Weight (with batteries) Approx.
SK 100 G4 RF characteristics ► Modulation Wideband FM Receiving frequency ranges A1: 470 – 516 MHz A: 516 – 558 MHz AS: 520 – 558 MHz G: 566 – 608 MHz GB: 606 – 648 MHz B: 626 – 668 MHz C: 734 – 776 MHz D: 780 – 822 MHz E: 823 – 865 MHz JB: 806 – 810 MHz K+: 925 – 937.5 MHz 1G8: 1785 – 1800 MHz Transmission frequencies Max.
Overall device ► Temperature range -10 °C to +55 °C (14 °F to 131 °F) Power supply 2 AA batteries, 1,5 V or BA 2015 accupack Nominal voltage 3 V battery 2.4 V rechargeable battery Power consumption at nominal voltage with transmitter switched off typically 180 mA ≤ 25 μA Operating time Typically 8 h Dimensions approx. 82 x 64 x 24 mm Weight (with batteries) Approx.
ASA 214 Specifications ► ASA 214 antenna splitter 2 × 1:4 or 1 × 1:8, active Connection cable 8 pieces, 50 cm, BNC Frequency range ASA 214-UHF: ASA 214-1G8: 470 – 870 MHz at –3 dB 1785 – 1805 MHz at –3 dB Amplification In A – Out A In A – Out A1 ... A4 In B – Out B1 ... B4 0 ± 1 dB 0 ± 1 dB 0 ± 1 dB IIP3 20 dBm min. 23 dBm, typical Impedance 50 Ω Reflection loss 10 dB (all RF outputs) Operating voltage 13.
Block diagram 139
Pin assignment Pin assignment 3.5 mm stereo jack plug ► L R • Plug for headphone and earphone cables, e.g. IE 4. • Connect to: • EK IEM G4 • EK 500 G4 3.5 mm mic jack plug ► Mic • Plug for lavalier and headset microphone, e.g. ME 2. • Connect to: • SK 100 G4 • SK 300 G4 • SK 500 G4 3.5 mm line jack plug ► Line + • Plug for line and instrument cables, e.g. Ci 1-N • Connect to: • SK 100 G4 • SK 300 G4 • SK 500 G4 6.
Pin assignment 6.3 mm mono jack plug, unbalanced ► • Connect to: • EM 100 G4 Audio Out • EM 300-500 G4 Audio Out 6.
Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance Note the following information when cleaning and maintaining evolution wireless G4 series products. CAUTION Liquids can damage the products’ electronics. Liquids entering the product housing can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. ▷ Keep all liquids away from the products. ▷ Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents.
Cleaning and maintenance ▷ Screw the sound inlet basket back onto the microphone module. From time to time, you should also clean the microphone module contacts: ▷ Wipe the contacts of the microphone module with a soft, dry cloth.
