5000 Series Receiver Systems

5000 Series Receiver Systems

• Modular multi-channel receiver system for demanding musical and broadcast applications
• Large mainframe houses up to 8 true diversity receiver modules
• Small mainframe houses up to 3 true diversity receiver modules
• Several mainframes can be daisy-chained
• Indication of transmitter battery status
(only with Sennheiser transmitters transmitting battery status information)
• HiDyn plus™ noise reduction system
• Mikroport computer display for remote controlling large systems

Technical Data (Overall System)

Channels per mainframe max. 8
Frequency range 450–960 MHz (UHF)
138–260 MHz (VHF)
Switching bandwidth 24 MHz (UHF band)
7 MHz (VHF band)
Setting of
receiving frequencies in 5 kHz steps
Frequency response 40–20,000 Hz
THD typ. 0.5 %
Signal-to-noise ratio 117 dB(A)
Noise reduction system HiDyn plus™
Headphone output 1/ ” (6.3mm) jack socket
4
RF input 2 x N-type socket
AF output 8 x XLR-3 M
1 x 25-pin sub-D
Housing 19”, 4 U
Weight (fully equipped) approx. 25 kg

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NT 20-1 Plug-in mains unit EM 1046 DI Display interface

for EM 1046 DI Display interface for Mikroport computer display
(supplied with software)
EM 1046 DI

SUPPLY
UTER
- COMP
DISPLAY DATA

DATA IN

EM 1046 LI Line interface EM 1046 CI

ST
6242/1
HAUF
HAUFE
ST
6242/1
for Mikroport computer display, Chassis
EM 1046 AO-Z
E
S 2/1 E
62 AU

T
4F
H

12 HP interface for
ST
6242/1
HAUFE
6242ST
HAUF
E/1
S 2/1 E
62 A U

T
4F
H

ST
6242/
6242ST HAUF E1
HAU FE/1

Balancing card,
S 2/1 E
62 AU

T
4F
H

48846
48845
B 1 MB
1
Mikroport
Transformer for the sub-D LI CI
computer
AF output of the display, 12 HP
output module

B
A

A1

A2 AS 212 CC

EM 1046 SA Power supply EM 1046 AO-X AF output module, 29 HP, EM 1046 RI EM 1046 ASP Antenna splitter EM 1046 CC 12 Blanking plate
module, 90–230 V AC, 12 HP 2 AF outputs per channel (XLR, sub-D) RF input module, 12 HP module (3 versions), 12 HP for closing off unused spaces
at the rear, 12 HP

EM 20-NT Plug-in mains unit

for EM 203 Mainframe

EM 1046 MF Mainframe, EM 203 MF Mainframe,

for up to 8 receiver modules for up to 3 receiver modules,
fitted with I/O module at the rear

POWER

+ 12V
- 12V
+ 5V
DC - A
DC - B
OL - A
OL - B
B
REMOTE

+ 20
dB

LEVEL

+ 12 dBu

EM 1046 FA Fan assembly

(not pictured)

CC

EM 1046 RX-UHF (10 HP) EM 1046 RX-VHF (12 HP) EM 1046 CC 10 Blanking plate,
Receiver module Receiver module 10 HP, for closing off unused
450–960 MHz 138–260 MHz spaces at the front

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The EM 1046 MF is a large mainframe for housing up

EM 1046 MF to 8 receiver modules. The mainframe features two
integral active 1-to-8 antenna splitters.
The back panel houses the power supply module,
RF input module and AF output module. The
Mikroport computer display can be connected via an
interface module. Additional antenna splitter modules
are available for multiple mainframe systems. 19” rack
mount “ears” supplied.
Technical Data
Monitor output 1/ ” (6.3 mm) jack socket
4
Gain +20 dB adjustable,
+20 dB switchable
Output level max. 18 dBm / 600 Ω,
short circuit-proof, load ≥ 50 Ω
Housing 19”, 4 U
Dimensions approx. 490 x 190 x 450 mm
Weight approx. 9 kg (empty)
Product Variants
EM 1046 MF Mainframe for up to 8 receiver modules Cat. No. 03220

The EM 203 MF mainframe is used for smaller 5000

EM 203 MF series receiver systems.
At the front, up to three receiver modules can be
housed. The back panel is equipped with an I/O module.
The EM 203 MF features two integral passive 1-to-3
antenna splitters. The EM 20-NT plug-in mains unit is
not included in the supply schedule, please order
separately!
Technical Data
Monitor output 1/ ” (6.3mm) jack socket
4
Gain +20 dB adjustable,
+20 dB switchable
Output level max. 18 dBm / 600 Ω,
short circuit-proof, load ≥ 50 Ω
Plug-in mains unit EM 20-NT (not included in
the delivery)
Dimensions approx. 200x190x360mm
Weight approx. 2.5 kg (empty)
Product Variants
EM 203 MF Mainframe for up to 3 receiver modules Cat. No. 03692

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The EM 1046 RX receiver module is at the heart of any 5000 series receiver system.
EM 1046 RX All functions can be quickly checked via an alphanumeric multi-function display
panel, LED bargraphs and individual LEDs. Due to the menu-assisted operation,
parameters can quickly and easily be modified.

Technical Data VHF version UHF version

Frequency setting in 5kHz steps, or a in 5kHz steps, or a
max. of 32 frequencies max. of 32 frequencies
Frequency range 138–260MHz 450–960MHz
Min. channel spacing 300kHz 300kHz
Switching bandwidth 7 MHz, limited by the 24MHz
RI module’s bandwidth
Nominal/peak deviation ±40kHz / ±56kHz ±40kHz / ±56kHz
Limiter threshold (-3 dB)* ≤1μV ≤1μV
RF sensitivity* ≤1.5μV / 52dB(A)S/N ≤1.5μV / 52dB(A)S/N
Squelch, adjustable 0–100μV 0–100μV
Intermodulation spacing* ≥76dB ≥76dB
Selection of adjacent channels* ≥66dB ≥66dB
Adjacent channel rejection* ≥100dB ≥100dB
Image rejection* ≥ 100 dB ≥ 100 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio ≥117dB(A) (≥105dB CCIR) ≥117dB(A) (≥105dB CCIR)
Noise reduction system HiDyn plus™ HiDyn plus™
AF frequency response 20–20,000 Hz 20–20,000 Hz
THD ≤ 1 % (typ. 0.5 %) ≤ 1 % (typ. 0.5 %)
Weight approx. 1 kg approx. 1 kg

Product Variants *Data refer to overall system

EM 1046 RX-UHF-H UHF band, 760–960 MHz Cat. No. 03247

EM 1046 RX-UHF-L UHF band, 450–790 MHz Cat. No. 03246
EM 1046 RX-VHF-H VHF band, 216–260 MHz Cat. No. 03596
EM 1046 RX-VHF-M VHF band, 174–233 MHz Cat. No. 03594
EM 1046 RX-VHF-L VHF band, 138–181 MHz Cat. No. 03595

The EM 1046 RI RF input module selects and amplifies the antenna signals. Two N-
EM 1046 RI type sockets ensure reliable connection of the antenna.

Technical Data
Frequency range 450–960MHz (EM 1046 RI-UHF)
138–260MHz (EM 1046 RI-VHF)
Bandwidth 24MHz (UHF)
7MHz (VHF)
RF inputs 2 x N-type sockets
Amplification typ. 14dB
Dimensions 60x130x195mm
Weight approx. 0.65kg
Product Variants
EM 1046 RI-UHF UHF band, 450–960 MHz Cat. No. 03244
EM 1046 RI-VHF VHF band, 138–250 MHz Cat. No. 03245

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The three EM 1046 ASP antenna splitter modules serve to supply several
EM 1046 ASP mainframes with the signals of only two antenna. With an EM 1046 ASP 212, a
16-channel system can be operated with only one pair of antenna (see page 114).

Technical Data
Dimensions 60x130x195mm
RF input N-type socket
RF output N-type socket
Weight approx. 0.7kg
Attenuation approx. 4dB (ASP 212)
approx. 6dB (ASP 113)
approx. 8dB (ASP 114)
Product Variants
EM 1046 ASP 212 2 x 1-to-2 antenna splitter Cat. No. 04341
EM 1046 ASP 113 1-to-3 antenna splitter on request
EM 1046 ASP 114 1-to-4 antenna splitter on request

The EM 1046 AO-X output module is the interface to the subsequent audio
EM 1046 AO-X equipment. In systems with several mainframes, the channels of any mainframe can
be monitored individually via the monitor bus.

Technical Data
AF outputs 8 x XLR-3F, transformer balanced, load ≥ 600 Ω
1 x 25-pin sub-D female, unbalanced, load ≥ 5 kΩ
Attenuation 20 dB, switchable for each output
AF output level +12 dBm
AF peak level +18 dBm
AF input 1 x XLR-3 F socket, transformer balanced
Monitor bus connectors 2 x 9-pin sub-D female, for daisy-chaining
Dimensions approx. 145 x 130 x 190 mm
Weight approx. 2.2 kg
Product Variants
EM 1056 AO-X AF output module Cat. No. 03249

By using the EM 1046 AO-Z balancing card, the 25-pin sub-D AF output of the
EM 1046 AO-Z AO-X output module becomes a fully functional, transformer balanced second
output. Whether used for sound reinforcement in broadcasting or for the monitoring
console of PA systems – the balancing card can replace an external stage splitter.

Technical Data
Transfer ratio 1:1
Output impedance ≥10kΩ
Output level +18dBm
Weight approx. 0.6kg

Product Variants
EM 1046 AO-Z Balancing card for AF output module Cat. No. 03597

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The chassis interface is used for connecting several mainframes to the Mikroport
EM 1046 CI computer display.

Technical Data
Connectors 2 x 9-pin sub-D, male
Data transfer RS-485, 375 kBaud, FDX
Dimensions 60 x 130 x 195 mm
Weight approx. 0.5 kg

Product Variants
EM 1046 CI Chassis interface Cat. No. 03469

The EM 1046 LI line interface is used for connecting the data bus of the last
EM 1046 LI EM 1046 MF. Via a subsequent display interface, up to four display computers can be
connected to the EM 1046 LI.

Technical Data
Connectors for DI modules 4 x 9-pin sub-D, male
Connectors for mainframe 1 x 9-pin sub-D, female
Data transfer RS-485, 375 kBaud, FDX
Dimensions 60x130x195mm
Weight approx. 0.7kg

Product Variants
EM 1046 LI Line interface Cat. No. 03248

The EM 1046 DI display interface is required for the connection of display computers
EM 1046 DI to the system. The display interface is supplied complete with the Mikroport
Computer Display software for IBM-compatible computers.

Technical Data
Connection to receiver
Data transfer to receiver
Connector for computer
Data transfer to computer
Power supply
Dimensions
Weight
Product Variants
EM 1046 DI Display interface
1 x 9-pin sub-D, female
RS-485, 375 kBaud, FDX
1 x 25-pin sub-D, male
handshake protocol, bidirectional
24VDC / 100mA via NT 20-1 plug-in mains unit
(not included in the delivery)
approx. 112x50x175mm
1kg
Cat. No. 03470

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The EM 1046 SA mains power supply module can be used with any voltage
EM 1046 SA between 90–230 V AC. Complies with the limiting values stipulated in VDE 0871,
curve b.

Technical Data
Safety guidelines
Input voltage
Mains frequency range
Secondary V/I (V + 2 %)
Interference voltages
Temperature range
Dimensions
Weight
Product Variants
EM 1046 SA Mains power supply module
VDE 0806, EN 60650, Class 1
90–230VAC±10%
50–60Hz
+5.2 V (0.5–3 A), +12 V (0.4–3.8 A), –12 V (0.1–0.8 A)
max. 50 mVpp (0–20 kHz), max. 100 mV (0–20 MHz)
fully functional: 0...+50° C, operational: –20...+60° C
60 x 130 x 195 mm
0.8 kg
Cat. No. 03250

The EM 1046 CC blanking plate is used for closing off unused module spaces.
EM 1046 CC The EM 1046 CC 10 closes off unused spaces at the front of the EM 1046 MF and
EM 203 MF mainframes, the EM 1046 CC 12 is used for closing off spaces at the rear
of the EM 1046 MF.

Technical Data
CC 10 dimensions 50x130x18mm, 10HP
CC 12 dimensions 60x130x18mm, 12HP
Weight approx. 0.1kg

Product Variants
EM 1046 CC 10 Blanking plate, 10 HP, for closing off spaces at the front Cat. No. 03516
EM 1046 CC 12 Blanking plate, 12 HP, for closing off spaces at the rear Cat. No. 03517

The EM 1046 FA fan assembly can be installed in the base of the EM 1046 MF
EM 1046 FA mainframe when the system is to be mounted in a 19” rack. It ensures even and
correct cooling of the receiver system.

Technical Data
Starting temperature 28–30°C
Max. speed at 35–40°C
Temperature lowering max. 15 K
Air flow rate 1.5 m3/min
Fan noise (1 m) ≤ 36 dBA
Supply voltage 12 V DC
Current consumption max. 250 mA
Dimensions 430 x185 x 24 mm
Weight 520 g
Product Variants
EM 1046 FA Fan assembly Cat. No. 03875

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Mains switch
Power supply LEDs
Antenna booster LEDs
Remote control switch
(only EM 1046 MF)
20 dB monitor gain
switch
Monitor volume control

The EM 1046 MF mainframe is the heart of the modular Mikroport system. At the
Output for monitoring
front of the mainframe, a maximum of 8 diversity receiver modules can be inserted. headphone

At the rear, the RF input module, the AF output module and the power supply
module are fitted. Special rear panel components are available for the simple
connection and monitoring of a number of mainframes.
In addition to the module frame, the mainframe includes a mains socket (rear),
mains switch, monitor module and an active 1-to-8 antenna splitter. The operating
controls at the front are identical for the EM 1046 MF and EM 203 MF and are
explained below. EM 1046 MF and EM 203 MF front panel controls

The EM 203 MF is the small mainframe for the 1046 system. Up to three diversity
receiver modules can be accommodated.
In the EM 203 MF, the rear is already completely equipped. An RF input
module contains BNC sockets for the two diversity antenna and two passive 1-to-3
antenna splitters for supplying the receiver modules.
The EM 203 MF mainframe is not operated with an active RF input module. To
achieve the same gain and frequency selectivity as with the large mainframe, an active
antenna or an antenna booster should be used. The antenna amplifier must operate
selectively within the switching bandwidth of the receiver modules.
The AF outputs are balanced and floating and are present at XLR-3 sockets.
The power supply is handled by the EM 20-NT plug-in mains unit, which must be
ordered separately.
Front operating controls: The operating controls at the front of the two
mainframes are identical. Below the on/off switch, an LED display is located. The
first three lights indicate the supply voltages from the power supply unit.
Below these, the feed voltage for the antenna boosters is indicated. If the current
consumption at the antenna sockets is above 150 mA (short circuit!), a current limiter
is activated. The overload LEDs indicate that the limiters are operating.
The remote switch (only EM 1046 MF) is for controlling the settings via the
Mikroport computer display. It is no longer possible to alter the parameters of the
1 2 3 4 5 6
receiver modules locally.
1 – Fuse
A selected channel can be monitored via the headphone output. The monitoring
2 – XLR-4M socket for plug-in mains unit
3 – Antenna inputs A and B, BNC socket level can be boosted by means of the 20 dB gain switch so that even very low volumes
4 – Switch and LED for antenna booster powering can be monitored.
5 – 20 dB attenuation of the AF output
6 – AF output, XLR-3M
EM 203 MF back panel

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The EM 1046-RX receiver module is available in five frequency ranges between

138 MHz and 960 MHz.
The frequency range within which receiver modules can be combined in one
mainframe is limited by the RF input module in the EM 1046 MF. Receiving
frequencies of a mainframe can be within the bandwidth of 24 MHz at UHF
frequencies (7 MHz in the VHF band). In the EM 203 MF, the selective antenna
booster limits the bandwidth of the receiving frequencies. The receiving frequencies
are set at different levels:
• A wide range is preselected by the hardware.
• The switching bandwidth of 24 MHz is programmed in the factory or by your
Sennheiser agent via the service interface.
• The carrier frequency is input via the menu keys at the front.
• Adjustments from a central location are made possible by the
computer-assisted remote control.
24 MHz max.
Setting the switching bandwidth via the service interface can be carried out in three
ways:
In the standard setting, the user can tune through the entire switching band-
width in 5-kHz steps which preserves optimum flexibility. 24 MHz max.
In the range setting, a maximum of 16 receiving ranges are defined and the
intermediate spaces are not accessible to the user. The allocated frequency ranges
cannot be exceeded by the user.
24 MHz max.
The fixed-frequency setting only allows the user a choice between a maximum of
32 fixed carrier frequencies – for example tuned to the switchable frequencies of the
SK 50 or SKM 5000 transmitters.
Frequency preselection via service interface

The following items can be selected in the main menu

of a receiver module:

The receiving frequency can be selected via RX 8-digit

LED display
Frequency. Indication of the
active diversity Menu key
channel
Squelch determines the threshold of the RF squelch Up/Yes

circuit. Menu key

Down/No
LED bargraphs Menu key
The function of the LED bargraph is selected with the for deviation, Set (store)
RF level and
Bar Configuration item. battery status Menu key
Escape

Under Display Configuration, the content of the Monitor LED

Stand-by
Monitoring of a
alphanumeric LED display is selected i.e. whether the channel via
headphone
frequency or a text is displayed. socket on the
mainframe
Text String relates to the entry of text into the LED
display. EM 1046 RX operating controls

Device Identification is used for calling up

identification data internal to the device.

Battery Test activates the return signal of the status

information of appropriate transmitters.

RI Range checks whether all receiver modules operate

in the frequency window of the RF input module.
EM 1046 RX display

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In systems with the large mainframe, the selective RF input module EM 1046 RI
processes the incoming antenna signals. In multi-mainframe systems, the antenna
splitter modules described below are connected upstream.
Two different hardware versions of the EM 1046 RI are available – one for the
UHF band and one for the VHF band. Within the bands, the module is set at the
factory to a bandwidth of 24 MHz for the UHF range (7 MHz in the VHF band).
The signals within the band are amplified by a typical 14 dB and distributed to
the receiver modules via the bus system. The high selectivity and large-signal strength
of the RF input module is matched for use in multi-channel systems.
The two diversity antenna are connected via N sockets. A supply voltage can be
added for antenna boosters or active antenna.

The EM 1046 ASP antenna splitter modules are used for distributing the antenna
signals to a number of mainframes. Three modules are available:

• EM 1046 ASP 212 (two independent 1-to-2 splitters for operating two mainframes)
• EM 1046 ASP 113 (one 1-to-3 splitter, two modules make it possible to operate
three mainframes)
• EM 1046 ASP 114 (one 1-to-4 splitter, two modules make it possible to operate
four mainframes)

The splitters are connected ahead of the RF input modules. The attenuation of the
passive splitters must be compensated for by an antenna booster or by using an active
antenna. Please take care to have antenna, antenna boosters, RF input modules and
receiver modules operating within the same bandwidth.

Use of the EM 1046 ASP 212 in a 16-channel system Use of two EM 1046 ASP 114 in a 32-channel system

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EM 1046 AO-X AF output module EM 1046 AO-Z Balancing card for AF 25-pin SUB-D connector

The EM 1046-AO-X module is the core of the AF output assembly. The 8 AF

AF output, XLR 3
outputs are available transformer-balanced at 8 male XLR-3 sockets. The maximum
(x8)
level of +18 dBU can be dropped individually by 20 dB by the pad switch for each Switchable 20dB
output. attenuation
The AF outputs are available decoupled unbalanced at the 25-pin sub-D AF outputs, 25-pin
sub-D
connector. Using the EM 1046 AO-Z add-on card, the outputs on the connector are
also transformer balanced. Monitor bus out,
Using this option, the EM 1046 AO-X module forms a high-quality stage splitter 9-pin sub-D
for line levels. Used on stage, each signal is available individually for on-stage Monitor bus in,
9-pin sub-D
monitoring. In broadcast applications, the sound system can be supplied with DC-
AF input, XLR 3,
isolated signals. Make up a sub-D-to-XLR connection to the sound system console for planned options
from an 8-pair multicore cable: this replaces two 5-channel stage splitters!
Every channel can be monitored from the headphone output of any mainframe EM 1046 AO-X features
even when using systems having a number of mainframes.
The monitor lines of the individual mainframes are connected to one another via
a 9-pin sub-D connector. It is then possible to monitor one channel in turn by pressing
the relevant monitor key on the receiver module.
System 1 System 2 System 3
Naturally, the signal from the headphone socket can also be applied externally to
the line input of a sub-mixing console. Together with summing signals from the main Looping of the monitor bus
mixing console and talkback signals, this makes it possible for the sound engineer to
monitor the entire Mikroport system.

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EM 1046 LI Line interface, EM 1046 CI Chassis interface

The Mikroport computer display provides for the

remote monitoring and remote control of up to eight
EM 1046 systems.
The mainframes are connected via the EM 1046 CI
chassis interface and a data line with 9-pin sub-D
connectors. At the last mainframe, an EM 1046 LI line
interface is used for distributing the signals. The line
interface is capable of connecting up to four PCs to the
Mikroport system via the interposed EM 1046 DI
display interfaces. The display interface is situated at
the computer and supplied by the NT 20-1 plug-in
mains unit.
The setting-up of the Mikroport computer display
EM 1046 DI Display interface with software begins by cabling the interfaces as illustrated above.
After that, the mainframes are given an address 1–8.

RX RX RX RX RX RX RX RX LI There is a rotary switch for this purpose at the interface

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 modules.
The receiver modules are automatically numbered
RX RX RX RX RX RX RX RX CI
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 2 from left to right in accordance with the slots and the
mainframe number. Slots can be left open.
RX RX RX RX RX RX RX RX CI
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 3 The remote control function of the Mikroport
computer display makes it possible to set receiving
RX RX RX RX RX RX RX RX CI frequency, squelch and warning thresholds as well as
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 4
the mainframe displays.
RX RX RX RX RX RX RX RX CI These Mikroport system configurations can be
33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 5
stored for different scenes.
RX RX RX RX RX RX RX RX CI In a musical, for example, the system would
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 6 display the actors of the current scene in the order of
RX RX RX RX RX RX RX RX CI their appearance and with their character’s name.
49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 7

RX RX RX RX RX RX RX RX CI
57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 8
Addresses of 64 receiver modules in 8 mainframes. 7 chassis
interfaces and 1 line interface are used

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The screen shot below gives an example of such a scene configuration. The sound Chararacter name
engineer can read the following information: Receiving
frequency
• From the deflection in the AF level bargraph he or she can see that only the
“Queen” is speaking or singing at the moment. The deflection for channel number Channel Diversity A
number active
2 (“Dragon”) is probably due to acoustic crosstalk.
• The “Princess”, channel number 6, has got a discharged battery, her status display Diversity B
not active
flashes red.
• The RF level of the “Wizard” (channel number 7) is below the adjusted warning RF level
diversity A
value. The RF level display turns red. In view of the reliability of a professionally
AF level
planned and installed Mikroport system there are two probable interpretations: RF level
diversity B
either the actor has not yet appeared on stage but is still in the make-up room or the
Battery
antenna is not connected.
status
• The same goes for the “Young Knight” – his RF level is so low that the RF squelch
has been triggered as can be seen from the red AF level bar. Channel window on the Mikroport computer display

Display of a scene configuration on the Mikroport computer display

The Mikroport installation can reliably be checked

with the recorder for RF field strength. Over
approximately one minute the RF levels of both
diversity channels are recorded and displayed.
Take a transmitter and walk up and down the
stage. Check for field strength gaps which cannot be
compensated for by the diversity circuitry.
On the above screen shot you will notice a sharp
drop in field strength after about 80 % of the recording
time. Explanation: the antenna was removed from the
transmitter.

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