Pocket receiver EK1039

The Sennheiser EK 1039 is an exceptionally rugged tour guide receiver. It is designed for applications such as guided tours, multi-language interpretation, assistive listening, audio description and command applications for example in the fields of sports or workplace instruction.

The EK 1039 can be used with all Sennheiser headphones and induction loops with a 3.5 mm jack plug. The handling and operation of the receiver is very easy and intuitive. To every channel a name can be assigned, which is stored and shown along with the channel number and battery status on the backlit display. The high switching bandwidth and compatibility with wireless transmitters of the professional ew G4 300/500 series and 2000 series make the EK 1039 extremely flexible and give it the highest level of UHF analogue transmission reliability.

APPLICATIONS

Guided tours | Press conferences | Museum tours | Trade fair events | Interpreting | Assistive listening |
Audio Description | Receiving commands such as when playing sports or workplace instruction | In-ear monitors | Click-track for orchestra & performers

The Sennheiser EK1039 tour guide system is ideal for temporary applications where you need high quality audio.
• broadcasting a floor language to conference interpreters
• listening to multimedia presentations
• transmitting click-track or in-ear-monitoring for stage performers & musicians, orchestra or choir
• transmission of cues, synchronisation and commands to performers on a stage set or location set
• wireless assistive listening for hearing aid users
• receiving commands when playing sports or workplace instruction/training.

BENEFITS

• Optimum speech intelligibility
• Easy to operate
• Very rugged
• For up to 32 groups of visitors simultaneously – can be integrated into interpreting systems without interference
• Assistive listening devices possible – for maximum accessibility like hearing aid users

FEATURES & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

• Easy to operate
• Up to 32 channels in parallel
• Speech is highly intelligible
• Simple channel selection and volume setting
• Channel and battery status shown clearly on the display
• Customizable channel name makes it easy to find the desired channel
• Copy function between receivers for easy preset handling
• Configurable lock function for protection against unwanted operation
• headphone output limiter
• adaptive diversity receiver for reliable operating range - the earphone cable serves as a second antenna, which reduces the chance of drop-outs
• operating time approx. 8hrs with supplied Accupak
• Accupak full recharge time 5 hours
• IR copy function to replicate settings between receivers
• rugged casing
• Up to 88 MHz switching bandwidth - the tourguide system with the widest range
• Adaptive Diversity technology for improved RF reception quality
• Reliable operation with standard AA cells or rechargeable batteries

Audio Output:
• Speech is highly intelligible thanks to an audio bandwidth of 15 kHz
• AF frequency response 40–15,000 Hz (THD <0.9%)
• Output power: 2.4 V, 5 % THD | 100 mW (32 Ω)
• Minimum headphone impedance 8Ω

OVERVIEW

Offers up to 9 simultaneous channels in ch65 822-830 MHz, (hire licence required) in addition to those in licence-free ch70 863-865MHz, makes the EK1039 a versatile receiver to work alongside other busy professional radio microphone channels.

See our range of headphones to hire or we can supply bulk packs of generic, single-use, in-ear-phones. We can also arrange to supply custom-branded earphones - ask for details.

Choice of transmitters - stationary/desktop, hand-held microphone or pocket - see the linked products below.