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EK 500
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EK 3241
Instructions for use


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Contents
Safety instructions .................................................................... 3
Delivery includes ....................................................................... 3
The EK 3241 true diversity receiver ...................................... 4
Operating controls .................................................................... 5
LC display panel ......................................................................... 5
Putting the receiver into operation ....................................... 6
Connecting the antennas ................................................... 6
Mounting the receiver into a camcorder ........................ 6
Powering the receiver ........................................................ 7
Using the receiver ..................................................................... 8
Switching the receiver on/off ........................................... 8
The operating menu ................................................................. 9
The functions of the buttons ............................................ 9
Working with the operating menu ............................... 10
Overview of the operating menu .................................. 14
Adjustment tips for the operating menu .......................... 16
Adjusting the headphone volume ­ PHonE ................ 16
Selecting a channel ­ CHAn ............................................ 16
Selecting the frequencies to be stored in the
channel bank "U" (variable bank) ­ tunE ................... 17
Adjusting the squelch threshold ­ SquELH ................. 17
Activating/deactivating the automatic receiver
switch-on/off via the camcorder ­ Auto ..................... 17
Selecting the standard display ­ dISP ......................... 18
Loading the factory-preset
default settings­ rESEt ................................................... 18
Activating/deactivating the lock mode ­ Loc ............ 18
Exiting the selection mode and returning to
the standard display ­ ESc ............................................. 18
Care and maintenance ........................................................... 19
If a problem occurs ... ............................................................. 20
Error checklist ................................................................... 20
Recommendations and tips ................................................. 21
Additional information ......................................................... 22
Diversity reception ........................................................... 22
Information on the compander system ....................... 22
Accessories .............................................................................. 23
Operating the EK 3241 with headphones ................... 23
Specifications .......................................................................... 24
Connector assignment (operation with GA 3041-C) 25
Manufacturer Declarations ................................................... 26
Warranty regulations ...................................................... 26
CE Declaration of Conformity ......................................... 26
Batteries and rechargeable batteries ........................... 26
WEEE Declaration ............................................................. 26


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Thank you for choosing Sennheiser!
We have designed this product to give you reliable operation over
many years. Over 60 years of accumulated expertise in the design and
manufacture of high-quality electro-acoustic equipment have made
Sennheiser a world-leading company in this field.
Please take a few moments to read these instructions carefully, as we
want you to enjoy your new Sennheiser products quickly and to the
fullest
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Safety instructions
Please read these instructions carefully and completely
before using the receiver.
Make these instructions easily accessible to all users at all
times. Always include these instructions when passing
the receiver on to third parties.
Never open electronic units! If units are opened by
customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty
becomes null and void.
Water entering the housing of the receiver can cause a
short-circuit and damage the electronics. Protect the
receiver from damp and wet. Only use a slightly damp
cloth to clean the receiver.
Intended use of the receiver
"Intended use" means that the receiver should be used
within the operating conditions and limitations described in
these instructions.
Improper use
"Improper use" means using the receiver other than as
described in these instructions, or under operating
conditions which differ from those described herein.
Delivery includes
Delivery of the EK 3241 receiver includes:
1 EK 3241 true diversity receiver
2 antennas
1 instructions for use
For accessories, please refer to page 23.


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The EK 3241 true diversity
receiver
The EK 3241 is a miniature true diversity receiver designed
for use with digital ENG camcorders. It can be inserted into
the slot-in facility of e.g. Ikegami, Panasonic, Sony or
Thomson camcorders without any additional connecting
cables being required. The GA 3041-C slot-in housing is
used for externally attaching the receiver to camcorders
without a slot-in facility. Together with a suitable
Sennheiser bodypack or hand-held transmitter, a highly
reliable radio link can be set up.
The EK 3241 receiver has the following features:
Extremely compact and robust all-metal housing
Special protection against the ingress of moisture and
therefore suitable for outdoor applications
Mounting kits available for all current professional
camcorders
Power supply via camcorder or GA 3041-B battery
adapter
User-friendly, menu-assisted operation via LC display
High operational reliability due to true diversity reception
HiDyn plusTM noise reduction system
Up to 32 preset receiving frequencies
36 MHz switching bandwidth
Frequencies tunable in steps of 5 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio >110 dBS/N.
Suitable transmitters
Bodypack transmitters: SK 50, SK 250, SK 3063,
SK 5012, SK 5212
Hand-held transmitters: SKM 3072, SKM 5000, SKM 5200
Plug-on transmitters:
SKP 3000