Are the older G2 devices able to work with a G3 receiver? I haven't been able to figure that out from their website.

Are the older G2 devices able to work with a G3 receiver? I haven't been able to figure that out from their website.

yes and no. they use the same modulation and companding techniques, but the new units tune more frequencies than the old. as long as you can find useable frequencies in the older ranges then yes they will work fine and are compatible.

for you phantom plug on users, the skp2000 replaces the skp500g2.

this info from robb@sennheiser during NAB09.

Is anyone aware of plans for a phantom power plug-on transmitter for the G3 series? It seems like a huge oversight.

It *is* available - it's the SKP 2000.

The new 2000 series is the replacement for G2 500 / 550 series.

So the replacement for the EK 500 G2 camera receiver is the EK 2000.


G3 300 and 500 replace G2 300.

Sorry to be dense about this. But the Sennheiser website offers very little info and doesn't arrange their products logically.

Will the SKP2000 plug-on transmitter work with a EK-100 G3 camera receiver?

I'd like to get the 100 series for a lavalier and then get a phantom-powered plug-on transmitter to use with the same receiver. Looking at the list price for the 2000 maybe getting the older 500 might be the way to go.

......But the Sennheiser website offers very little info and doesn't arrange their products logically.

Will the SKP2000 plug-on transmitter work with a EK-100 G3 camera receiver?

I complained directly to Sennheiser last year about how lacking in basic, clear information their website product specs were when I discovered it was nigh on impossible to determine if the G2 Series SKP500 plug-in transmitter worked with my G2 100 Series receiver (it really was n't clear if 100 and 500 Series could talk to each other). Anyway, thanks to this forum, yet again, I was quickly informed they do - and so bought one! BTW, I never heard a thing back from Senny other than the appropriate Marketing woman was on holiday and "could I contact her on her return?".....not my idea of customer service!!!! (she should contact me, right???)

I suspect it will be the same thing here, the G3 SKP2000 (link below) SHOULD work with any G3 receiver, including the 100 Series one you mention...BUT I'm sure someone who knows all the details will again inform us soon - so don't rely on my hunch (or their ambiguous website!) until we know for sure.

Sennheiser Worldwide - SKP 2000 (http://www.sennheisernordic.com/nordic/home_en.nsf/root/professional_2000-series_021738)

Sorry to be dense about this. But the Sennheiser website offers very little info and doesn't arrange their products logically.
It is logical in a Germanic sort of way - the UK sits on the back of the main website so that any updates immediately get incorporated into the pages. The wireless products are shown by type rather than series.


Will the SKP2000 plug-on transmitter work with a EK-100 G3 camera receiver?
Yes - any evolution will work with any evolution (and that *includes* the 2000 series) as long as they are both on the same frequency.


I'd like to get the 100 series for a lavalier and then get a phantom-powered plug-on transmitter to use with the same receiver. Looking at the list price for the 2000 maybe getting the older 500 might be the way to go.
Yes - this will be fins as long as you get the transmitter to match the frequency window of your 100 G3.

Are there significant advantages to the SKP 2000 over the SKP 500? I realize the 2000 has a broader range of frequencies, but that doesn't make a big difference since I'm more limited by the 100 series receiver. The SKP 500 B-Band goes from 630-662 and the EW 100 G3 receiver goes from 626-662 so I'm only losing 4mhz of possible frequencies.

The SKP 500 is less than half the price of the 2000.

if you have a 100 series rx i see no need to go beyond the skp500g2. btw-my b units are all 626-662, incl the skp500g2.

Are there significant advantages to the SKP 2000 over the SKP 500?

Definitely - YES - (see below)


I realize the 2000 has a broader range of frequencies, but that doesn't make a big difference since I'm more limited by the 100 series receiver. The SKP 500 B-Band goes from 630-662 and the EW 100 G3 receiver goes from 626-662 so I'm only losing 4mhz of possible frequencies.

The SKP 500 is less than half the price of the 2000.

Actually:
G3 range B is 626 - 668 MHz
G2 range B is 626 - 662 MHz

It's the same bottom frequency, but you get an extra 6MHz at the top end with G3.

Where did you get your figures from?

2000 series range Bw is 626 - 698 MHz

2000 series replaces G2 500 series - although the main difference between the SKP 500 G2 and the SKP 2000 is the wider tuning window, there is more.........

........ and the reason the SKP 2000 is that much more expensive.

The SKP 2000 has adjustable output power: 10 / 30 / 50 mW - and the USA version also has 100 mW (which is illegal elsewhere).

So - if you need range - the SKP 2000 may be the better bet.

I got the numbers off a retailers description of the item, so I'm sure they made an error.

Mostly I'm less than 20 feet from the transmitter. For press conferences or events I might be as far as 100 feet away. So I'm thinking the 500 would be fine.

I was talking to a sound tech at an Atlantic City Casino last Friday and he indicated there was a class action suit, and because of that allthe manufacturers were to re-crystal the 700 band units free. I can't seem to find anything out about that, so maybe he was blowing smoke or ill-informed.


If you ask me those affected by the FCC rule changes should file a class action lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission and have THEM pay for or re-crystal our wireless gear. It's time to pull the screwdriver out of the 'ol tool belt, Chairman Copps!

a-Purchased from B&H-one of this site's sponsors/vendors. Doubt that it's fake
In my experience with RF equipment, this unit behaves like a distinctly underpowered transmitter. The level of brand loyalty astonishes me. I am not thrilled with Sennheiser equipment. It's OK stuff, just not the best on the market. I agree, the AT stuff seems better for the money.

Hi Bill,

1. Have you tried using the receiver's scan feature to find an open frequency?

2. Where are you mounting the receiver?

3. Are you using A. the body mic or B. plug on?

4. If A, is the wearer also wearing any sort of cell phone, blackberry or powered heart maintaining device?

Regards,

Ty Ford

Maybe you have your Squelch on "High"?
It's should be on low if there's not a lot of RF competition. You lose range w/more squelch.


a-Purchased from B&H-one of this site's sponsors/vendors. Doubt that it's fake
b-it fails whether the antenna is touching something or not
c-no metal, unless its my zipper or my tooth fillings. I don't wear a gold necklace... ;o)
d-now, this could be a possibility, however, other locations, several miles from here, fail more miserably than in my studio
e-how can I tell if it's faulty? It has never worked, not from the day I purchased it brand new.

In my experience with RF equipment, this unit behaves like a distinctly underpowered transmitter. The level of brand loyalty astonishes me. I am not thrilled with Sennheiser equipment. It's OK stuff, just not the best on the market. I agree, the AT stuff seems better for the money.

I don't know what kind of experiences others have had with the senn ew100 G2, but mine have been pretty bad. These devices are all but useless. Despite my using the search function to try to find a free freq, the RF signal is maintained as long as the xmitter and receiver are 6 inches away from each other. As soon as the talent turns, moves, or otherwise changes position, the RF signal is lost. I spent good money on these wireless sets, and I've found them to be absolutely frustrating and useless. I don't think I would invest in another Senn wireless system.

Bill,

How close to El Rancho are you? :)

Regards,

Ty Ford

BTW B&H Finally accepting order for G3 series.

sennheiser g3 Page/3 | B&H Photo Video (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/shop/0/Combo_Systems.html/shs/sennheiser+g3/mnp/0.0/mxp/0.0/sortDrop/Relevance/sb/ps/sq/desc/pn/3)

By the time you spend $380 for a decent lav mic for the Senn equipment, you have closed enough of the gap between an entry level Lectro set that the Senn units are not that much of a deal.

My kids do love playing with the G2 sets spying on each other, so they are usable, and pretty durable.

Jeff,
Your figures don't add up. Even with spending the extra $380 you haven't reached the price of a new Lectro, and in any case, you'd still have to spend that $380 to buy the lav for the Lectro.

Jeff,
Your figures don't add up. Even with spending the extra $380 you haven't reached the price of a new Lectro, and in any case, you'd still have to spend that $380 to buy the lav for the Lectro.

I only said closed the gap. The Lectro may be a little more, but it's not that much more, but I haven't checked prices lately. The Lectros come as a kit with or without lav mic, so you can pick. I don't think the Senn does that.