Indications and displays

LC display panel

Alphanumeric display

“B.CH“ – appears when the channel bank and the channel number are displayed

“MHz“ – appears when the frequency is displayed

4-step battery status display

Lock mode icon

(lock mode is activated)

“PILOT” display

(pilot tone transmission is activated)

“MUTE” display (audio input is muted)

7-step level display for audio signal “AF”

Operation and battery status indication

The red LED (LOW BAT/ON) provides information on the current operating state of the transmitter:

Red LED lit up:

The transmitter is switched on and

 

the

capacity

of the

batteries/

 

BA 2015 accupack is sufficient.

Red LED flashing:

The

batteries

are/the

BA 2015

 

accupack is going flat (LOW BAT)!

In addition, the 4-step battery status display

on the

display panel provides information on the remaining battery/BA 2015 accupack capacity:

3 segments:

capacity approx. 100 %

2 segments:

capacity approx. 70 %

1 segment:

capacity approx. 30 %

Battery icon flashing:

LOW BAT

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Sennheiser SK 500, EK 500 manual Indications and displays, LC display panel, Operation and battery status indication

EK 500, SK 500 specifications

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The SK 500 is equipped with a range of up to 300 meters (approximately 1000 feet), granting users the freedom to move around on stage without compromising sound quality. This extensive range is complemented by the device's ability to operate in multiple frequency ranges, providing flexibility for different applications and venues. With an adjustable output power, it also enables users to adapt to the specific needs of their environment.

This bodypack transmitter features an intuitive user interface, including an easy-to-read LCD display that provides critical information such as battery status, signal strength, and frequency selection. Navigating the menu is simple, thanks to the user-friendly controls, making it accessible even for those who are new to wireless systems.

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