User manual NADY SCM 960

[. . . ] NADY SCM 960 USER GUIDE Congratulations on purchasing a Nady SCM 960 Condenser Microphone. These superior microphone is perfect for recording studio vocals, acoustic instruments, orchestras and choral groups, ambient instrument audio, and many live sound applications. [. . . ] (Note: For optimum performance, it is best to let the microphone warm up for 5 to 10 minutes) The SCM 960 is manufactured with the finest materials and features a machined housing with advanced internal shock mount construction for the highest structural integrity and rugged reliability. It requires 48V phantom power to operate, typically supplied by the microphone pre-amplifier or mixing console. The optional Nady SMPS-1 phantom power supply can also be used. WARNING The capsule is the heart of your condenser microphone. If it become dirty or wet , the sound will be degraded. Never spray any liquid on the microphone head. Always use a foam windscreen if you talk or sing close to the microphone grill screen. USING THE OPTIONAL MICROPHONE SHOCK MOUNT Your SCM 960 microphone can be used with the optional Nady SSM-3 spider shock mount (or equivalent), which uses an elastic suspension to isolate the microphone from vibration, thereby lowering noise transmitted to the microphone from the stand. This is a useful tool in many situations, such as when the performer is tapping his or her feet, or when there is noise pickup from the rumbling of traffic outside of the building. The disadvantage of using the shock mount is that the weight of the microphone may make it drift in the elastic suspension, so mic placement may take a little longer. To insert your SCM 960 microphone into the SSM-3 shock mount, pinch close the levers on the sides of the mount to the open position, then slide the microphone into place. USING THE FOAM WINDSCREEN The FW-1 optional foam windscreen can also be used with your SCM 960. This windscreen fits over the grill portion of the microphone and is designed primarily to decrease bass rumble (from wind noise pickup during outdoor live or recording use. It is also useful in keeping mouth spray out of the microphone head. The FW-1 or some other windscreen should be used whenever someone is close miked to both protect the microphone and to also eliminate "popping" from percussive breath sounds. (Note: Be aware that the foam windscreen will slightly attenuate the high frequency response of the microphone. ) CONNECTING THE SCM 960 The SCM 960 can be used in live sound reinforcement and broadcasting and in studio or live recording. It must be powered by 48V phantom power (such as supplied by the optional Nady SMPS-1 phantom power supply or a mixing console with phantom powering), and amplified by a microphone pre-amp (such as built into a mixer, or a stand-alone unit). [. . . ] Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as it will void your warranty SPECIFICATIONS Type: True condenser pressure-gradient microphone w/1" diaphragm and FET pre-amplifier Polar pattern: Cardioid /Omni Sensitivity: 16mV/Pa Power requirement: +48VDC phantom power Current consumption: <3mA Controls: Cardioid/Omni pattern select, -10dB, 0, -20dB attenuation select Connector: 3-pin XLR (gold plated) Mic cable: 3-pin XLR standard cable (not supplied) Size: Diameter: 2. 0" (50. 5mm), Length: 5. 25" (133mm) Net weight: 11 oz (311g) Frequency range: 25Hz to 20KHz Impedance: < 200 Ohms Max. SPL (1% THD @1000Hz): 125dB Equivalent noise level to IEC 268-4(A weighted): 19dB S/N ratio re 1Pa: 76dB Specifications subject to change for improvement purposes 05/5/05 [. . . ]