User manual SENNHEISER MKH 8040

[. . . ] Instructions for use MKH 8040 Contents Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 The MKH 8040 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Delivery includes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] We have designed this product to give you reliable operation over many years. Over 60 years of accumulated expertise in the design and manufacture of high-quality electro-acoustic equipment have made Sennheiser a world-leading company in this field. Please take a few moments to read these instructions carefully, as we want you to enjoy your new Sennheiser products quickly and to the fullest. 1 Important safety information Notes on these instructions for use Please read these instructions carefully and completely before using the microphone. Make these instructions easily accessible to all users at all times. Always include these instructions when passing the microphone on to third parties. Before putting the microphone into operation During operation Never open the microphone. If devices are opened by customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty becomes null and void. Water entering the housing of the microphone can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. Use only a slightly damp cloth to clean the microphone. Do not expose the microphone to extreme temperatures (normal operating temperatures: 10 °C to 35 °C). After operation Use the microphone with care and store it in a clean, dustfree environment. Intended use of the microphone Intended use includes: having read these instructions, especially the chapter "Important safety information" on page 2, using the microphone within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. "Improper use" means using the microphone other than as described in these instructions, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein. 2 The MKH 8040 The MKH 8040 is a high-end cardioid studio condenser microphone from the modular MKH 8000 microphone series. This series has the following features: Exceptionally low inherent self-noise prevents masking of filigree sound structures Symmetrical transducer technology ensures extremely low distortion Extremely wide frequency response for an optimum resolution of the finest details Transformerless and fully floating balanced output provides for easy connection at minimal distortion High sensitivity ensures interference-free transmission with a high signal voltage Frequency independent directional characteristics for minimum colouration in the direct and diffuse field Rugged metal housing with non-reflective Nextel coating, making the microphone the ideal choice for in-vision use Compact design and small diameter allow the unobtrusive positioning of the microphone, even close to instruments Modular design provides for easy exchange of the microphone heads and the use of specially-tailored accessories to suit every application 3 Delivery includes 1 x microphone, consisting of ­ MKH 8040 microphone head and ­ MZX 8000 XLR module 1 x MZQ 8000 microphone clip 1 x MZW 8000 double-layered windshield 1 x carrying case 1 x instructions for use ³ · » ¿ ³ Windshield, double-layered · Microphone head » XLR module ¿ Microphone clip (thread adaptor included for 3/8" and 5/8" threads) 4 Putting the microphone into operation Connecting the microphone Connection data of the MKH 8040: 48 V (+/- 4 V) phantom powering (as per DIN 45596) XLR-3 balanced 25 impedance 1000 min. terminating impedance Use a microphone cable with XLR-3 connector to connect the microphone to the sound recording device. The sound recording device must provide 48 V phantom powering. [. . . ] KG declare that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 89/336/EU. WEEE Declaration Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recycling centre for such equipment. 10 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG 30900 Wedemark, Germany Phone +49 (5130) 600 0 Fax +49 (5130) 600 300 www. sennheiser. com Printed in Germany Publ. [. . . ]