User manual CARVIN CM98ST

[. . . ] Bring the mixer's channel fader up. 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 the polar pattern and any EQ that might be needed. [. . . ] This is true of all large diaphragm condensers. If you drop it from any distance, the resulting damage will not be covered under your warranty. Additionally, these mics don't like moisture. It is always advisable to use a pop screen (Carvin part #WS87)when micing vocals to avoid not only overly accentuated "P", "B", and "S" sounds, but also to keep unwanted moisture off of the element. Over time, moisture on the element can attract airborne dust and dirt particles and gradually degrade the performance of your mic. Carvin advises that the microphone be kept in its flight case at all times when not in use. Take a few minutes after every session and put your mic away properly to help ensure years of top notch performance. Additionally, always make sure the silicone "moisture absorber" (little white packet with crystals in it) is packed in the case with your microphone. 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. POWER DIRECTIONAL PATTERN The CM98ST power supply includes a switch to change the mic's directional polar pattern. The three primary patterns are Omni, Cardioid and Bi-Directional or also known as Figure 8. The stages inbetween will gradually change the directional pattern and can provide some very useful and subtle tone and response variations to suite your recording needs. top view of mic An Omni-directional pattern will give your mic the ability to pickup sound from all directions. This is ideal for recording sounds that emanate from multiple directions. top view of mic The Cardioid pattern is ideal for single instrument or vocal use. The pattern picks up only sound directly in front of the mic. Sound from the other direction is rejected. top view of mic Bi-directional or Figure 8 will hear sound from both front and back. This is ideal for recording a main sound while still picking up room ambience from behind or duets with two vocalists. 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 CM98ST 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. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]