DMC 973 - Microphone Glemm - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Glemm
Model	DMC 973
Product Type	Condenser Microphone
Microphone Capsule Type	Condenser
Sensitivity	-47 ± 2 dB
Frequency Response	100 Hz – 16 kHz
Power Supply	2 x AAA batteries (not included) or +48V phantom power
Included Cables	XLR F/XLR M (8 m), XLR F/6.3 mm jack (1.5 m)
Accessories Included	Windscreen sponge, instruction manual
Microphone Length	57 cm
Base Dimensions	11.5 x 14.0 x 3.5 cm
Weight	400 g
Color	Black
Warranty	2 years (1 year with invoice)
Safety Precautions	Do not expose to high temperatures, rain, or humidity. Do not disassemble. Use with care.
Maintenance	Remove batteries if not used for long periods. Clean with dry cloth.
Repair	Do not attempt self-repair. Contact authorized service center.
Phantom Power Warning	Remove batteries when using +48V phantom power.
Power Indicator	LED on base and red ring on microphone top when powered on.

Frequently Asked Questions - DMC 973 Glemm

How can I power the Glemm DMC 973 microphone?

You can power it either with two AAA batteries (not included) or with +48V phantom power via an XLR cable connected to a mixer with phantom power enabled. Do not leave batteries inside when using phantom power.

What cables are included with the microphone?

The package includes two cables: an 8-meter XLR female to XLR male cable, and a 1.5-meter XLR female to 6.3mm jack cable. The 6.3mm jack cable can only be used when the microphone is powered by batteries.

How do I use the windscreen sponge?

Simply cover the microphone head with the supplied sponge. It acts as an anti-pop filter to reduce plosive sounds.

What does the LED indicator mean?

When the microphone is powered on, the LED on the base and the red ring on the upper part of the microphone will light up. If they do not light, the microphone is not correctly powered.

How should I clean and maintain the microphone?

For cleaning, use a dry cloth. Remove the batteries if the microphone will not be used for an extended period. Avoid exposing it to high temperatures, rain, or humidity.

What is the warranty period for this product?

The microphone is covered by a 2-year warranty for manufacturing defects from the date of purchase. If you have an invoice, the warranty period is 1 year. Damages due to misuse or normal wear are not covered.

Can I repair the microphone myself if it malfunctions?

No, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Stop using it immediately and contact an authorized technical service center. Repairs by unskilled persons can cause serious damage.

Is it safe to use the 6.3mm jack cable with phantom power?

No, the XLR to 6.3mm jack cable should only be used when the microphone is powered by batteries. When using phantom power, always use the XLR to XLR cable.

What type of batteries does the microphone require?

It requires two AAA 1.5V batteries, which are not included. The battery compartment is located under the base cover.

What are the dimensions and weight of the microphone?

The microphone is 57 cm long, the base measures 11.5 x 14.0 x 3.5 cm, and the total weight is 400 grams.

USER MANUAL DMC 973 Glemm

Thank you for choosing GLEMM brand

The GLEMM product you have purchased is the result of careful planning by specialized engineers. High quality materials were used for its construction, to ensure its functioning over time. The product is manufactured in compliance with the strict regulations imposed by the European Union, a guarantee of reliability and safety. We suggest to read this manual carefully before starting to use the device in order to take advantage of its full potential. Hoping that you will be satisfied of your purchase, we thank you again for your trust in our brand and we invite you to visit our website www.glemm.eu where you will find the whole range of GLEMM products, along with useful information and updates.

Cautions and warnings

• Read carefully the instructions given in this manual and follow them strictly.
• Keep this manual for future reference and include it if you give the product to another user.
• Don't open or take apart the device and don't make changes to it.
• Avoid exposing the product to high temperatures, rain or humidity.
• Do not allow flammable liquid, water or objects to enter the product.
• Use the fixture with due accuracy avoiding falls, vibrations or impacts.
• In the event of a serious operating problem, stop using the product immediately. Never try to repair it by yourself, but contact the authorized technical service center. Repairs carried out by unskilled persons could lead to serious damages both to the fixture and to people.
• Remove the batteries if you don't use the product for a long time.

The packaging includes:

• Microphone
• XLR F/XLR M microphone cable - 8m
• 1,5m XLR F/ 6,3mm jack microphone cable - 1,5m
• Windscreen sponge
• Instruction manual

Connect the microphone by inserting it into the base. Cover the microphone with the supplied sponge, which will work as anti-pop filter.

IT IS POSSIBLE TO POWER THE MICROPHONE IN 2 WAYS:

• With two AAA batteries (to access the battery compartment, remove the cover on the bottom of the base).
• With +48V phantom power, by connecting the included XLR/XRL cable to a mixer, where phantom power supply has been activated. WARNING: don't leave the batteries inside the microphone when you are using phantom power.

When the microphone is powered, by pressing the on/off button the led on the base will light up, as well as the red ring on the microphone upper part. If they don't light up it means that the microphone is not correctly powered.

To transmit the microphone signal it is possible to use both the included XLR/XLR cable and the XLR/6.3mm cable (the latter only if the microphone is powered by batteries, not by phantom).

Simboli e normative

Symbols and directives

This symbol alerts you of the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions, in the manual or in the documentation accompanying the product.

The CE mark indicates that this product complies with the applicable European directives and their related standards. Compliance documentation in complete form is available at the company Karma Italiana Srl.

Directive 2012/19/UE regarding electric and electronic equipment waste (WEEE).

The symbol of the crossed-out dustbin indicates that the product at the end of its life must be collected separately from other waste. The user must, therefore, confer the fixture complete with all the essential components to an authorized disposal center for collection of electronic and electrical waste, or return it to the dealer when buying new equipment of equivalent type, at a rate of one to one, or one to zero if external dimension is less than 25cm. Appropriate separate collection to send the decommissioned equipment to recycling, treatment and environmentally compatible disposal helps to prevent negative impact on the environment and human health and promotes recycling of the materials making up the product. In Italy illegal dumping of the product by the user entails the application of administrative sanctions pursuant to Legislative Decree n. 49 (14/03/2014).

This device is powered by batteries subject to European Directive 2013/56/EU, which cannot be disposed of with normal domestic waste. Find out about the local regulations regarding the separate collection of batteries: a correct disposal allows to avoid negative consequences for environment and health.

The product is covered by warranty according to current national and European regulations. For detailed warranty conditions and RMA requests please refer to our website: www.glemm.eu or www.karmaitaliana.it

• The warranty covers manufacturing defects and faults occurred in the first 2 years from the date of purchase. In case of purchase with invoice, the warranty is 1 year.
• Damages caused by negligence or wrong use of the device are not covered by warranty.
• This warranty doesn't necessarily envisage the product's replacement.
• Any removable or subject to wear and tear parts are excluded from warranty.
• Shipment for the return of faulty items is at expense and risk of the owner.
• For all intents and porpuses the warranty is necessary invoice or purchase receipt.

We also suggest to register your product on our website www.karmaitaliana.it, after signing in to access the reserved area. You will have the possibility to receive updates.

The manufacturer, in order to improve its products, reserves the right to modify the characteristics whether technical or aesthetic, at any time and without notice.

CARATTERISTICHE TECNICHE / TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

LUNGH. CAVO / CABLE LENGTH	XLR F - XLR M: 8mXLR F - Jack 6,3mm: 1,5m	SENSIBILITÀ / SENSITIVITY	-47 +/-2dB
TIPO CAPSULA MICROFONICA /MICROPHONE CAPSULE	Condensatore / Condenser	BATTERIE / BATTERIES	2 x 1,5V (AAA) - not included
RISP IN FREQ. / FREQ. RESPONSE	100 Hz - 16 KHz	PHANTOM	+48V
LUNGHEZZA MIC / MIC LENGTH	57 cm	DIMENSIONI BASE / BASE DIMENSIONS	11,5 x 14,0 x 3,5 cm
COLORE / COLOUR	Nero / Black	PESO / WEIGHT	400 gr