User manual NADY TCM 1100

[. . . ] TM TCM 1100 Studio Vacuum Tube Condenser Microphone USER GUIDE SYSTEMS INC. Congratulations on purchasing the Nady TCM 1100 Vacuum Tube Condenser Microphone. This superior microphone is perfect for recording studio vocals, acoustic instruments, orchestras and choral groups, ambient instrument audio, and many live sound applications. [. . . ] 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 the TCM 1100 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 optional FW-1 foam windscreen is available for the TCM 1100. 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 other windscreen should be used whenever someone is close miked to both protect the microphone and to also eliminate "popping" sounds from percussive breath sounds. An external stand mount pop filter, such as the Nady MPF-6, is also ideal for this application. (Note: Be aware that the foam windscreen will slightly attenuate the high frequency response of the microphone. ) (WARNING: The capsule is the heart of the condenser microphone. If it becomes 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. ) OPERATION The TCM 1100 must be powered by the supplied TMPS-1 power supply and amplified by a microphone pre-amp (such as built into a mixer, or a stand-alone unit). Connect the TCM 1100 to the TMPS-1 power supply with the A: Audio output for connection to a standard balanced 3-pin XLR XC-7P (7-pin) XLR cable supplied cable 2. [. . . ] Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as it will void your warranty Date of purchase ____________________________________Serial # ____________________________________________________________________________ Dealer's Name ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City ______________________________________________State ____________________________Zip ________________________________________________ TCM 1100 SPECIFICATIONS Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . True condenser pressure gradient microphone with 1. 1 inch single diaphragm and vacuum tube pre-amplifier Polar pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cardioid Open circuit sensitivity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 mV/Pa =-34 dBV (0dBV=1V/Pa) Frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 to 20000Hz Rated output impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . < 250 Ohms Recommended load impedance . . . . . . SPL (1% THD @1000Hz). . . . 122 dB Equivalent noise level to DIN 45405(CCIR 468-2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26dB IEC 268-4(A weighted) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16dB-A S/N ratio re 1Pa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78dB Power requirement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dedicated TMPS-1 powering unit Ambient temperature range . . . . . . . . . . 14°F to 140°F (-10°C to +60°C) Relative humidity range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90%(68°F, 20°C), 85%(140°F, 60°C) Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-pin XLR (gold plated) Mic cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-pin XLR cable (XC-7P), 16 ft (5 m) Vacuum tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6072 (selected from 12AT7) Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diameter: 2. 1" (55 mm), length: 6. 5" (165 mm) Net weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 oz (420g) TMPS-1 Power Supply Power requirement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115VAC/60Hz, 220VAC/60Hz (selectable) Pinouts 7-pin XLR (female). . . . . . . . . . . . Pin 1: 200V/2mA Pin 2: 6. 7VDC/170mA Pin 3: 200V Pin 4, 7: grounded Pin 5: audio Pin 6: audio + 3-pin XLR (male). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pin : grounded Pin 2: audio + Pin 3: audio Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6. 3" x 4. 3" x 2. 5" (160 x 110 x 63mm) Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2. 64 lbs (1. 2 Kg) 02/01 [. . . ]