RF Wireless Systems | Tour-Guide Systems
SKM 1030
The SKM 1030 is a narrow-band hand-held transmitter for use in tour-guide sys-
tems. For information on narrow-band technology, please refer to the chapter
”Introduction“. General information on working with hand-held transmitters can
be found in the chapter ”Planning Theory“.
The microphone on/off (mute) switch is a valuable feature during guided tours.
When the guide pauses – e.g. when changing from one room to the other – he
switches off the microphone, thus preventing unnecessary noise (this switch does
not switch off the transmitter). Six switchable transmission frequencies facilitate
working with different sets of receivers. Thus, simultaneous tours – for example
in different languages – are also possible. The RF output power of 100 mW is
adequate for reaching every listener, even in large factories.
The SKM 1030 is insensitive to handling noise and the super-cardioid pattern of the
microphone head suppresses sounds not emanating from the main pick-up direc-
tion. The transmitter is therefore also suitable for rough use in noisy industrial envi-
ronments. An important note for handling: Let the wire antenna hang down loosely,
as the efficiency of the antenna would otherwise decrease very markedly.
The SKM 1030-7-BU version has a 2.5 mm mono jack audio input for feeding record -
ings, e.g. from portable MiniDisc, CD or cassette players, to the transmitter. Some
examples: an artist’s recorded comments on his or her exhibit in a museum. Or a
greeting by a company owner to the participants in a tour of the factory – fed to
the transmitter by a personal stereo.
For short tours, economical operation with the rechargeable BA 1032 accupack is
recommended. The L 1032 will charge a transmitter with accupack inserted plus an
additional spare accupack. The EZL 1030-20L charging and transport case includes
room for an L 1032 charger for the transmitter.
1 Channel selector switch (rear)
2 Lockable microphone on/off (mute) switch
3 AF input (only with SKM 1030-7 BU)
4 Charging contacts
5 Sensitivity switch
6 On/off switch
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SKM 1030 operating controls
Microphone on/off (mute) switch
L 1032 charger
