audio-technica Cardioid Condenser Microphone AE5100 User Manual

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User ManualCardioid Condenser Microphone AE5100audio-technica

Thank you for purchasing this product. Before using the product, read through the user manual to ensure that you will use the product correctly. Please keep this manual for future reference.

Features

Uncompromising sound quality for overheads, percussion, acoustic guitar, strings, and other acoustic instruments
A large-diaphragm capsule delivers an accurate and natural response
Low-proﬁle design permits innovative placement options previously unattainable with a large-diaphragm condenser
Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad
Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of the desired sound source

Notes on use

The AE5100 is intended for use in professional applications where remote power is available. It requires 11V to 52V DC phantom power, which may be provided by a mixer or console, or by a separate, in-line source such as the Audio-Technica T8801 single channel or CP8506 four-channel phantom power supplies. Output from the microphone’s XLRM-type connector is low impedance (Lo-Z) balanced. The signal appears across Pins 2 and 3; Pin 1 is ground (shield). The output phase is “Pin 2 hot” – positive acoustic pressure produces positive voltage at Pin 2. An integral 80 Hz hi-pass ﬁlter provides easy switching from a ﬂat frequency response to a low-end roll-oﬀ. The roll-oﬀ position reduces the microphone’s sensitivity to popping in close vocal use. It also reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such as traﬃc, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation, and mechanically-coupled vibrations. The AE5100 includes an AT8471 isolation clamp to provide secure mounting, versatile positioning, and eﬀective dampening of unwanted mechanical noise. Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where temperatures exceed 43°C for extended periods. Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.

Safety precaution

Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all warnings and cautions while using the product.

Cautions for the product

Do not subject the product to a strong impact to avoid malfunction.
Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair the product.
Do not handle the product with wet hands to avoid electric shock or injury.
Do not store the product under direct sunlight, near heating devices, or in a hot, humid, or dusty place.

Connection procedure

Connect the output terminals of the microphone to a device that has a microphone input (balanced input) compatible with a phantom power supply. The output connector is an XLRM-type with polarity as shown in the ﬁgure below.

Speciﬁcations

Element	Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar pattern	Cardioid
Frequency response	20 – 20,000 Hz
Low-Frequency response	80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
Open circuit sensitivity	-36 dB (15.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Impedance	150 ohms
Maximum input sound level	148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (normal)
Noise	11 dB SPL
Dynamic range (typical)	137 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal-to-noise ratio	83 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Phantom power requirements	11-52 V DC, 3.2 mA typical
Switch	High-pass ﬁlter,
10 dB pad (normal)
Weight (fewer accessories)	143 g
Dimensions	148.5 mm long, 26.0 mm maximum diameter
Output connector	Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
Included accessories	AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8″-27 threaded stands; 5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded adapter;AT8136 windscreen; soft protective pouch

• 1 Pascal = 102 dynes/cm= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL* Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.For product improvement, the product is subject to modiﬁcation without notice.