Sennheiser SKM 500 G4 Wireless Handheld Transmitter

Part of the Sennheiser evolution wireless G4-Series, the SKM 500 G4 is a lightweight black aluminum microphone transmitter body that's engineered to accept Sennheiser's interchangeable mic capsules, each of which provides its own mic characteristics based on one of Sennheiser's renowned e-series wired microphones

(Note: this system REQUIRES a capsule for fully functional operation; see "Compatible microphone capsules" below, and also please refer to the "ACCESSORIES" tab above. Capsules and e-series mics are all sold separately).

This terrific transmitter body comes in 2 versions, each based on frequency range (please specify when ordering)

• AW+ (470 - 558 MHz)
• GW1 (558 - 608 MHz)

Compatible microphone capsules (sold separately):

• Sennheiser:
  • MMD 835 BK
  • MMD 845
  • MME 865 BK
  • MMD 935 BK
  • MMD 945 BK
  • MMK 965-1 BK

Renowned professional sound engineers choose to rely on the G4 500 series' versatility, especially when working with multi-channel settings on music stages the world over. Up to 88 MHz bandwidth, up to 32 channels. Ethernet connection for Wireless Systems Manager (WSM) control software included for advanced frequency coordination in multi-channel setups. Sennheiser's evolution wireless G4 500 Series – ready to take the world's biggest live stages.

Includes

• SKM 500 G4 Handheld Transmitter
• Microphone clamp
• (2) AA batteries
• Pouch
• Microphone Capsule(s) Sold Separately

Features

• Compatible with Sennheiser‘s renowned state-of-the-art e 935, e 945, and e 965 capsules
• Easy and flexible wireless synchronization between transmitter and receiver via infrared
• Up to 32 compatible channels
• Up to 88 MHz bandwidth with 3520 selectable frequencies, fully tunable in a stable UHF range
• Ethernet connection for Wireless Systems Manager (WSM) control software for advanced frequency coordination in multi-channel setups
• High RF output power (up to 50 mW, adjustable in three steps 10/30/50) depending on country regulations

Specifications

• Available Frequency Bands:
  • Aw+: 470 - 558 MHz
  • Gw1: 558 - 608 MHz
• Dimensions: Approx. Ø 50 x 265 mm
• Compander: Sennheiser HDX
• THD, total harmonic distortion: ≤ 0.9 %
• Weight (incl. batteries): approx. 450 g
• Signal-to-noise ratio: ≥ 115 dBA
• RF output power (switchable):
  • Low: typ. 10 mW
  • Standard: typ. 30 mW
  • High: typ. 50 mW
• Switching bandwidth: up to 88 MHz
• Peak deviation: ±48 kHz
• Nominal deviation: ±24 kHz
• Operating time: Typically 8 h
• Modulation: Wideband FM
• Power supply: 2 AA batteries, 1.5 V or BA 2015 accupack
• Current consumption
  • at nominal voltage: typ. 180 mA
  • with transmitter switched off: ≤ 25 μA
• Powering: 3 V battery / 2.4 V rechargeable battery
• Transmission frequency: Max. 3520 frequencies, adjustable in 25 kHz steps, 20 frequency banks, each with up to 32 factory-preset channels, no intermodulation, 6 frequency banks with up to 32 programmable channels
• AF frequency response: 80 – 18,000 Hz
• Temperature Range: -10 °C to +55 °C
• Frequency stability: ≤ ±15 ppm