User manual CARVIN CM87S

[. . . ] Bring the input source's volume or fader up to 0 dB. Turn the mixer's gain up on this channel and stop just before the signal peaks. Check for transients that can cause the signal to peak by speaking or singing at the loudest volume you will perform at and adjust the gain up or down as necessary. With the signal levels set, adjust any EQ that might be needed. [. . . ] This will help to eliminate any moisture or humidity in the case during storage. You can re-activate a saturated "moisture absorber" by baking it in an oven at 250 degrees for about 30 minutes. The outer shell of your mic can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. Do not use harsh detergents, solvents, or abrasive materials. Construction and Shockmount: The internally braced CM-87 capsule is precision mounted behind a heavy mesh screen of perforated metal with large openings that offers complete protection while maintaining total "acoustic transparency". Nestled below, is the low noise, class A circuitry surrounded by the solid, machined outer shell. When used with the low cut switch on along with the included Shockmount, low frequency vibration and handling noise are virtually eliminated (-72 dB below 40Hz)! 120V AC b) Low Cut Power Supply: The CM-87S comes standard with the heavy duty CPS-48 phantom power supply, ensuring you will never experience noise or distortion during loud dynamic passages due to insufficient current. The power supply connects to the CM-87S conveniently via the included XLR mic cable. *Note: While the CM-87S will operate from any professional quality 48V phantom power supply, we recommend using the CPS-48 unless you are absolutely sure about the quality of an alternate phantom power supply. The Carvin S/L mixing consoles will also provide the proper 48V phantom power and are designed to be used with the CM-87S. Carvin is not responsible for damage to your CM-87S caused by a non Carvin power supply. c) 10 dB pa a) Shockmount Flight Case: The CM-87S, shockmount, power supply and cables, all fit snugly and safely in a high grade, aluminum alloy flight case so you know your microphone and accessories are well protected between sessions or during travel. Carvin recommends returning your CM87S to this case after each use. c) XLR cable connects to mixer or recording device. c) XLR mic cable a) Shockmount The shockmount will fit any standard mic stand. It is designed to hold the CM87S mic while reducing low frequency vibration and handling noise. Care and Feeding: Condenser microphones do not like to be banged, dropped, tapped, blown into, shaken or stirred. The gold sputtered element is very thin and fragile and can easily be stretched or knocked out of alignment. This is true of all large diaphragm condensers. If you drop it from any distance, the resulting b) Low cut switch The Low Cut switch helps eliminate boomy low end frequencies (-6dB @ 80Hz) c) 10dB pad switch This switch changes the mic's maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL) of 135 dB to 145 dB. Switch to an SPL of 145 dB when recording loud sources. d) XLR cable connector Connect only balanced XLR cables. STUDIO SET UP The illustration below shows the standard set up in a recording studio. The shockmount should be set on a round or tripod base mic stand. The CM-87S should always set in the shockmount to eliminate any noise or vibrations from the floor or walls. The phantom power supply should be connected to a 120 V AC outlet. Be sure the power supply is properly grounded and never defeat the ground on the AC plug. The XLR mic cables should be connected to the MIC IN on the power supply and then connected to the CM87S mic. High quality XLR cables (like the one provided) should always be used. [. . . ] POWER SOURCES: The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated. POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. [. . . ]