User manual NADY SPC-10

[. . . ] SPC-10 Condenser Microphone USER GUIDE Congratulations on purchasing the Nady SPC-10 Condenser Microphone -- the first general purpose handheld vocal microphone of its kind to feature a studio quality large diaphragm condenser element. The SPC-10 is a versatile, professional level microphone, perfect for all live entertainment, recording, and broadcast applications requiring uncompromised studio quality sound. To take full advantage of the superb features of the SPC-10, and to enjoy long and trouble-free use, please read this User's Guide carefully. UNPACKING, INSPECTION, STORAGE AND TRANSPORT Your SPC-10 microphone was carefully packed at the factory, and the shipping carton was designed to protect the unit during shipping. [. . . ] Also, never place your hand over the balIscreen of the mic during use, as this can degrade the performance. If the microphone is placed too near a speaker, an unpleasant howling effect (acoustic feedback) may occur. Although all microphones are prone to feedback to some extent, those with a unidirectional polar pattern (such as the SPC-10) are specially designed to accept only signals from the audio source directly in front of the mic cartridge. Thus, the cardioid pattern of the SPC-10 ensures that it will deliver only the desired audio in front of the mic, rejecting the unwanted audio from the rear, even in noisy ambient conditions with high sound pressure levels from the PA and monitor speakers. This means that feedback will be greatly minimized with the SPC10 in all live performance miking applications. Some useful ways in which to totally eliminate annoying feedback include: experimenting with mic positions with respect to the speakers, decreasing speaker volume (whenever possible), and adjusting the equalization of the mic audio with the mixer. PRECAUTIONS AND CARE OF YOUR SPC-10 · The microphone should never be dropped or subjected to extreme shock. Store only in a padded case to protect it during transport. · Keep the microphone away from extremely high temperatures (above 140°F or 60°C) and humidity. Avoid leaving the microphone in direct sunlight for long periods of time. · When using the microphone outdoors, avoid getting it wet. · After use in a high-moisture application such as a stage performance, wipe off the microphone with a dry cloth and permit it to air dry. Do not store the unit in a closed space (e. g. , a plastic bag) until all moisture has evaporated. [. . . ] (1% THD @0. 5% @ 1KHz) . . . . . . . . 140dB DYNAMIC RANGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122dB EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL . . . . . . 18dB (A Weighted IEC/DIN651) SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO . . . . . . . . . . 76dB CONNECTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-pin XLR (gold plated) POWER REQUIREMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . +48V phantom power, 2. 7mA MIC CABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-pin XLR standard cable (not supplied) DIMENSIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. 1" Diam. x 180 mm) WEIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11. 5 oz (322 g) MATERIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Die-cast zinc BALLSCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steel mesh Specifications and design subject to change for improvement purposes without prior notice. 08/27/01 [. . . ]