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Model : EC82

Category : Microphone

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USER MANUAL EC82 AKG

LC82 MDMICROLITE MANUAL12

1.1 Purpose of this user instructions 56

1.2 Storing this user instructions 56

1.3 Explanation of the symbols used 56

1.5 Liability and warranty 57

1.6 Risk of damage 57

1.7 Safety and environment 58

2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 59

4.2.4 Make‑up cover 65

4.2.5 AKG adapter plug 65

4.2.6 Case with window 65

4.3 Attaching the lavalier microphone 66

4.3.1 Attaching the make‑up cover 67

4.4 Using the microphone 68

4.5 Cleaning the microphone 68

5.2.4 Make‑up cover 72

5.2.5 Protection against sweat 72

5.2.7 Case with window 73

5.3 Attaching the ear hook microphone 74

5.3.1 Attaching the make‑up cover 76

5.4 Using the microphone 76

5.5 Cleaning the microphone 76

6.2.4 Make‑up cover 80

6.2.5 Protection against sweat 80

6.2.6 AKG adapter plug 81

6.2.7 Case with window 81

6.3 Attaching the headworn microphone 82

6.4 Using the Microphone 84

6.5 Cleaning the microphone 84

7 CONNECTING THE MICROPHONE 84

7.1 Connecting the microphone to an AKG wireless system 84

7.2 Connecting the microphone to an alternative wireless system 84

7.3 Connection to conventional mixing console

7.4.1 Adapter plug for alternative systems 85

8.2.2 Avoiding disturbances from electrical interference 87

8.3.3 Theater, musical or opera 90

CONTENTSMICROLITE MANUAL 55

8.3.4 Recording musical instruments 91

8.4 Ear hook microphone and headworn microphone 92

8.4.1 Transmitting voices or songs 92

9.5 Make‑up cover 95

10.1.1 Frequency response 96

10.2.1 Frequency response 98

1.1 Purpose of this user instructions

This user instructions is intended to enable you to:

  • Operate the equipment safely
  • Use the equipment correctly.

1.2 Storing this user instructions

Keep this user instructions in a safe place or store it electronically in an easily accessible location. Pass this user instructions on to subsequent owners. This user instructions is an important part of the equipment.

1.3 Explanation of the symbols used

Describes useful information and application notes for efcientoperationoftheequipment Provides reference to more in‑depth information and downloads online. Purpose of this user instruc- tions Storing this user instruc- tions Symbols usedMICROLITE MANUAL 57 gENERAL Includes information on the correct disposal of the components described. Describes instructions on how to dispose of packaging correctly.

The microphones from the MicroLite series are designed exclusi‑ vely for the transmission of sounds and voices.

1.5 Liability and warranty

AKG Acoustics GmbH accepts no liability or warranty for damage,

  • Microphones from the MicroLite series are used for purposes other than those described as intended use
  • Damage is incurred due to incorrect operation
  • Modicationsaremadetothemicrophones
  • Documents are not kept up‑to‑date.

Make sure that the piece of equipment your microphone will be connectedtofulllsthesafetyregulationsimplementedinyour countryandisttedwithagroundlead. Correct use Liability and warrantyMICROLITE MANUAL58 gENERAL

1.7 Safety and environment

  • Protect the equipment against - Direct sunlight - Theimpactofsignicantdustandhumidity - Rain - Vibrations or knocks.
  • Do not spill liquids on the equipment.
  • The equipment must only be used in dry rooms.
  • The equipment must only be opened, serviced and repaired by authorized personnel. The housing contains no user‑ser‑ viceable parts.
  • Do not place the equipment near heat sources such as radi‑ ators,heatingducts,ampliers,etc.
  • Do not expose the equipment to extreme forces and do not pull on the cable.
  • Only use the equipment for the applications described in this user instructions. AKG cannot accept any liability for damages resulting from improper handling or misuse. SafetyMICROLITE MANUAL 59 dECLARATION Of CONfORMITy
  • At the end of the product's service life, disconnect the housing, electronics and cable from each other and discard all components in accordance with applicable disposal regulations.
  • The packaging is recyclable. Dispose of the packaging via an appropriate collection system provided for this purpose. 2 Declaration of Conformity This product conforms to the standards listed in the Declaration of Conformity. You can request the Declaration Of Conformity by E‑Mail from sales@akg.com or download it from www.akg.com.MICROLITE MANUAL60 MICROLITE: gENERAL dESCRIPTION 3 MicroLite: General description

Thank you for deciding to buy an AKG product. Read the user instructions carefully before using the equipment and keep the user instructions in a safe place so that you can refer to it at any time in the future. We hope you enjoy the equipment and good luck!

3.2 Brief Description

The microphones from the MicroLite series are professional cardi‑ oid or omnidirectional condenser microphones. The microphones arespecicallydesignedforuseinthefollowinghighendareas:

  • Presentations The compact size ensures optimum comfort. Additionally, the microphones feature the best sound quality and long service life. The AKG MicroLite series is compatible with all common wireless systems and can connect to an XLR cable.

3.3 MicroLite series variants

The following variants, each being cardioid and omnidirectional, are available within the MicroLite series:

  • Headworn microphones (see pages 77 ff.) Introduction Brief description VersionsMICROLITE MANUAL 61 LAvALIER MICROPHONES 4 Lavalier microphones The LC81 MD lavalier microphones are cardioid condenser micro‑ phones and are available in black, white, beige and cocoa. The LC82 MD lavalier microphones are omnidirectional condenser microphones and are available in black, white, beige and cocoa. The lavalier microphones in black and white are designed to be attached to clothing and have a 1 m cable. The lavalier microphones in beige and cocoa are designed to be used with make‑up in the head area and have a 1.3 m cable. The corresponding clips for each of these microphones are inclu‑ ded in the package content.

Fig. 1: LC81 MD (left) and LC82 MD (right) 1 Microphone capsule 2 Recess for clip clasp (H1 and H2) 3 Microphone cable LC81 MD

Checktoensurethatthepackagecontainsallpartsspecied below. All accessory parts necessary for use with AKG wireless systems are enclosed. Adapter plugs for other wireless systems can be found on page 85. The microphones in the MicroLite series are condenser micropho‑ nes. As a result, they require a power supply. The corresponding power adapter with phantom power is available as an optional accessory. For more information, see pages 85 ff. Optional accessories can be purchased later as required.

LC81 MD LC82 MD black/white LC81 MD LC82 MD black/white Microphone including cable 1 1 MDA1 Microdot Adapter AKG 1 1 WM81/WM82 Wire‑mesh grill 2 2 W81/W82 Foam wind screen 3 3 MUP81/MUP82 Make‑up cover 3 3 H1 Magnet clip 1 H2 Crocodile clip 1 H3 Cable clip 1 1 Transport case with window 1 1

4.2.1 Wire-mesh grill

Fig. 2: WM81 Wire-mesh grill for LC81 MD Fig. 3: WM82 Wire-mesh grill for LC82 MD The supplied wire‑mesh grill (WM81, WM82) consists of several layers of different materials. The wire‑mesh grill is used as protection against dirt and make‑up. Additionally, the wire‑mesh grill protects the microphone membra‑ ne from wind and pop noise. LC81 MD LC82 MD accessories Wire-mesh grillMICROLITE MANUAL64 LAvALIER MICROPHONES

4.2.2 Lavalier clips

The MicroLite series offers three different lavalier clips for attaching the microphone to clothing:

Fig. 4: H1 Magnet clip Fig. 5: H2 Crocodile clip Fig. 6: H3 Cable clip The microphone is attached to the housing by the clasp on the clip: This helps ensure the microphone cable is protected. The cable clip is used to fasten the cable to the article of clothing. The cable clip is used for the strain relief of the microphone cable.

Fig. 7: W81 Wind screen for LC81 MD Fig. 8: W82 Wind screen for LC82 MD The wind screen (W81, W82) is placed over the wire‑mesh grill to shield the microphone from picking up wind outdoors. This ensures the sound is clean and the microphone is optimally protected. Lavalier clips Wind screenMICROLITE MANUAL 65 LAvALIER MICROPHONES

Fig. 9: MUP81 Make-up cover for LC81 MD Fig. 10: MUP82 Make-up cover for LC82 MD The make‑up cover (MUP81, MUP82) is placed on the microphone to protect it during the make‑up application process.

4.2.5 AKG adapter plug

Fig. 11: MDA1 AKG adapter plug The suppled MDA1 AKG adapter plug connects the MicroLite series microphone to the AKG bodypack transmitter with a 3‑pin Mini‑XLR input.

4.2.6 Case with window

Fig. 12: Case with window The supplied case is used as a secure way of storing the lavalier microphone. The built‑in window enables you to check the color or type of microphone at any time without having to open the case. Make-up cover AKG adapter plug CaseMICROLITE MANUAL66 LAvALIER MICROPHONES

Remove the microphone from the case and place the protective cap on the microphone capsule. When attaching the LC81, make sure the protective cap covers the sound entry holes completely!

Place the wind screen on the protec‑ tive cap if necessary.

Fasten the microphone into the clip clasp on the recess below the micro‑ phone capsule.

Gently push the legs of the clasp together and clasp it into one of the clip holes. Note: If necessary, the microphone can be clasped laterally to the clip or in the direction of the clip.

Thread the microphone cable through the clip's cable glands and attach the microphone in the desired position. Attaching the lavalier microphoneMICROLITE MANUAL 67 LAvALIER MICROPHONES

To support the cable, use the H3 cable clip (provided in the LCXX MD package content, available in beige or cocoa): Press the cable into the cable clip and attach the clip to the article of clothing.

Connect the microphone. For more information, see pages 84 ff.

4.3.1 Attaching the make-up cover

Fig. 13: Attaching the make-up cover Fig. 14: Lavalier microphone with make-up cover during make-up application If the microphone is built into the mask, place the make‑up cover directly on the microphone capsule during the make‑up application process! Place the protective cap back on after removing the make‑up cover! If necessary, the wind screen can be placed over the protective cap.MICROLITE MANUAL68 LAvALIER MICROPHONES

4.4 Using the microphone

For details on use, see from page 87 ff.

4.5 Cleaning the microphone

For details on cleaning the individual parts, see from page 93 ff.MICROLITE MANUAL 69

5 Ear hook microphone The EC81 MD ear hook microphones are cardioid condenser microphones and are available in beige and cocoa. The EC82 MD ear hook microphones are omnidirectional conden‑ ser microphones and are available in beige and cocoa.

Fig. 15: EC81 MD (top) and EC82 MD (bottom) 1 Ear clip 2 Moisture shield 3 Microphone capsule EC81 MD

Checktoensurethatthepackagecontainsallpartsspecied below. All accessory parts necessary for use with AKG wireless systems are enclosed. Adapter plugs for other wireless systems can be found on page 85. The microphones in the MicroLite series are condenser micropho‑ nes. As a result, they require a power supply. The corresponding power adapter with phantom power is available as an optional accessory. For more information, see pages 85 ff. Optional accessories can be purchased later as required.

  • 1x EC81 MD (ear hook cardioid condenser microphone in beige or cocoa)
  • 1x EC82 MD (ear hook omnidirectional condenser microphone in beige or cocoa)

EC81 MD beige/cocoa EC82 MD beige/cocoa Microphone including cable 1 1 MDA1 Microdot Adapter AKG 1 1 WM81/WM82 Wire‑mesh grill 2 2 W81/W82 Foam wind screen 3 3 MUP81/MUP82 Make‑up cover 3 3 H3 Cable clip 1 1 Transport case with window 1 1 Ear hook microphone package content Microphone EC81 MD EC82 MD accessoriesMICROLITE MANUAL 71

Fig. 16: WM81 Wire-mesh grill for EC81 MD Fig. 17: WM82 Wire-mesh grill for EC82 MD The supplied wire‑mesh grill (WM81, WM82) consists of several layers of different materials. The wire‑mesh grill is used as protection against dirt and make‑up. Additionally, the wire‑mesh grill protects the microphone membra‑ ne from wind and pop noise.

The cable clip is used to fasten the cable to the article of clothing, which relieves stress on the microphone cable. Fig. 18: H3 Cable clip The microphone is attached to the housing by the clasp on the clip: This helps ensure the microphone cable is protected.

Fig. 19: W81 Wind screen for EC81 MD Fig. 20: W82 Wind screen for EC82 MD The wind screen (W81, W82) is placed over the wire‑mesh grill to shield the microphone from picking up wind outdoors. This ensures the sound is clean and the microphone is optimally protected. Wire-mesh grill Cable clip Wind screenMICROLITE MANUAL72

Fig. 21: MUP81 Make-up cover for EC81 MD Fig. 22: MUP82 Make-up cover for EC82 MD The make‑up cover (MUP81, MUP82) is placed on the microphone to protect it during the make‑up application process.

5.2.5 Protection against sweat

Fig. 23: Moisture shield The ear hook microphones are equipped with a patented moisture shield that is attached to the wire frame. The moisture shield prevents sweat and make‑up from penetrating into the capsule area. This prevents the microphone from being blocked, which could lead to dull sound and lower microphone sensitivity. Make-up cover Protection against sweatMICROLITE MANUAL 73

Fig. 24: MDA1 AKG adapter plug The suppled MDA1 AKG adapter plug connects the MicroLite series microphone to the AKG bodypack transmitter with a 3‑pin Mini‑XLR input.

5.2.7 Case with window

Fig. 25: Case with window The supplied case is used as a secure way of storing the lavalier microphone. The built‑in window enables you to check the color or type of microphone at any time without having to open the case. AKG adapter plug CaseMICROLITE MANUAL74

5.3 Attaching the ear hook microphone

Remove the microphone from the case and place the protective cap on the microphone capsule. When attaching the LC81, make sure the protective cap covers the sound entry holes completely!

The ear clip included in standard deli‑ very is to be worn on the left ear. Remove the ear clip if you want to wear the microphone on your right ear.

Attach the ear clip on the desired side. Make sure you place the ear clip on theattenedportion.

Adjust the position of the microphone bymovingtheearclipalongtheat part of the wire. Attaching the ear hook microphoneMICROLITE MANUAL 75

Place the ear clip over your ear so thattheearclip'sampliertssnugly behind your earlobe.

If the microphone is too loose, remo‑ ve the microphone again and carefully bend the wire frame inwards.

Position the microphone so that the microphone capsule is approximately 1 cm away from the corner of your mouth (1). Make sure the piece intended to protect against sweat is positioned against the skin and not against the wire frame (2).

Makesuretheearclip'samplierts snugly behind your earlobe (3). If necessary, attach the wire frame to your cheek using a piece of tape.

Use the supplied H3 cable clip as a strain relief: Press the cable into the cable clip and attach the clip to the article of clothing.

Connect the microphone. For more information, see from page 84 ff.MICROLITE MANUAL76

5.3.1 Attaching the make-up cover

Fig. 26: Attaching the make-up cover Fig. 27: Microphone with make-up cover during make-up application If the microphone is built into the mask, place the make‑up cover directly on the microphone capsule during the make‑up application process! Place the protective cap back on after removing the make‑up cover! If necessary, the wind screen can be placed over the protective cap.

5.4 Using the microphone

For details on use, see from page 87 ff.

5.5 Cleaning the microphone

For details on cleaning the individual parts, see from page 93 ff. Attaching the make-up cover Use CleaningMICROLITE MANUAL 77 HEAdWORN MICROPHONES 6 Headworn microphones The HC81 MD headworn microphones are cardioid condenser microphones and are available in beige and cocoa. The HC82 MD headworn microphones are omnidirectional conden‑ ser microphones and are available in beige and cocoa.

Checktoensurethatthepackagecontainsallpartsspecied below. All accessory parts necessary for use with AKG wireless systems are enclosed. Adapter plugs for other wireless systems can be found on page 85. The microphones in the MicroLite series are condenser micropho‑ nes. As a result, they require a power supply. The corresponding power adapter with phantom power is available as an optional accessory. For more information, see pages 85 ff. Optional accessories can be purchased later as required.

HC81 MD beige/cocoa HC82 MD beige/cocoa Microphone including cable 1 1 MDA1 Microdot Adapter AKG 1 1 WM81/WM82 Wire‑mesh grill 2 2 W81/W82 Foam wind screen 3 3 MUP81/MUP82 Make‑up cover 3 3 H3 Cable clip 1 1 Transport case with window 1 1 Headworn microphone package content Microphone HC81 MD HC82 MD accessoriesMICROLITE MANUAL 79 HEAdWORN MICROPHONES

6.2.1 Wire-mesh grill

Fig. 29: WM81 Wire-mesh grill for EC81 MD Fig. 30: WM82 Wire-mesh grill for EC82 MD The supplied wire‑mesh grill (WM81, WM82) consists of several layers of different materials. The wire‑mesh grill is used as protection against dirt and make‑up. Additionally, the wire‑mesh grill protects the microphone membra‑ ne from wind and pop noise.

The cable clip is used to fasten the cable to the article of clothing, which relieves stress on the microphone cable. Fig. 31: H3 Cable clip The microphone is attached to the housing by the clasp on the clip: This helps ensure the microphone cable is protected.

Fig. 32: W81 Wind screen for EC81 MD Fig. 33: W82 Wind screen for EC82 MD Wire-mesh grill Cable clip Wind screenMICROLITE MANUAL80 HEAdWORN MICROPHONES The wind screen (W81, W82) is placed over the wire‑mesh grill to shield the microphone from picking up wind outdoors. This ensures the sound is clean and the microphone is optimally protected.

Fig. 34: MUP81 Make-up cover for EC81 MD Fig. 35: MUP82 Make-up cover for EC82 MD The make‑up cover (MUP81, MUP82) is placed on the microphone to protect it during the make‑up application process.

6.2.5 Protection against sweat

Fig. 36: Moisture shield The headworn microphones are equipped with a patented moisture shield that is attached to the wire frame. The moisture shield prevents sweat and make‑up from penetrating into the capsule area. This prevents the microphone from being blocked, which could lead to dull sound and lower microphone sensitivity. Make-up cover Protection against sweatMICROLITE MANUAL 81 HEAdWORN MICROPHONES

6.2.6 AKG adapter plug

Fig. 37: MDA1 AKG adapter plug The suppled MDA1 AKG adapter plug connects the MicroLite series microphone to the AKG bodypack transmitter with a 3‑pin Mini‑XLR input.

6.2.7 Case with window

Fig. 38: Case with window The supplied case is used as a secure way of storing the lavalier microphone. The built‑in window enables you to check the color or type of microphone at any time without having to open the case. AKG adapter plug CaseMICROLITE MANUAL82 HEAdWORN MICROPHONES

6.3 Attaching the headworn microphone

Remove the microphone from the case and place the protective cap on the microphone capsule. When attaching the LC81, make sure the protective cap covers the sound entry holes completely!

Place the wind screen on the protec‑ tive cap if necessary.

Fold the ear clip upwards in a vertical direction depending on whether you want to wear the micro‑ phone on the left or the right.

Adjust the position of the micropho‑ ne by grasping the loop and pulling the ear clip wire the same distance out of the headset on both sides.

Place the microphone on your head frombehind,positioningtheexible ear clips over your ears so that the eachoftheampliersarebehind your earlobe.

If the microphone is too loose, remove the microphone again and carefully bend the wire frame inwards. Attaching the headworn microphoneMICROLITE MANUAL 83 HEAdWORN MICROPHONES

Place the microphone on your head again and adjust the headset by pushing the clip toward your neck frombehinduntilittssnugly.

Position the microphone so that the microphone capsule is approxima‑ tely 1 cm away from the corner of your mouth (1). Make sure the piece intended to protect against sweat is positioned against the skin and not against the wire frame (2).

Makesuretheearclip'samplierts snugly behind your earlobe (3). If necessary, attach the wire frame to your cheek using a piece of tape. We recommend using a mirror to check the correct position of the headworn microphone. Alternatively, a second person can help ensure the headworn microphone is in the correct position.

Use the supplied H3 cable clip as a strain relief: Press the cable into the cable clip and attach the clip to the article of clothing.

For details on use, see from page 87 ff.

6.5 Cleaning the microphone

For details on cleaning the individual parts, see from page 93 ff. 7 Connecting the microphone

7.1 Connecting the microphone to an AKG wireless

system Screw the supplied MDA1 AKG ad‑ apter plug into the Microdot plug to connect it to an AKG wireless system.

7.2 Connecting the microphone to an alternative wireless

system AKG makes no guarantee of compatibility to third‑party wireless systems and assumes no liability in this respect! For more information, refer to the user instructions from the respec‑ tive wireless system manufacturer.

Replace the AKG adapter plug with the corresponding adapter plug to connect it to an alternative wireless system.

7.3 Connection to conventional mixing console

Replace the AKG adapter plug with the corresponding phantom power adapter (MDPA) to connect it to an alternative mixing console.

Connect the phantom power adapter (MDPA) (for more information, see from page 85 ff). The microphones in the MicroLite series are condenser microphones. As a result, they require a power supply.

Connect the microphone to a balanced XLR microphone input with phantom power. Connect the microphone input cable to the mixing console.

7.4 Optional accessories

7.4.1 Adapter plug for alternative systems

All MicroLite microphones are equipped with a cable and a Microdot plug: This ensures the microphones can be used with a wide variety of wireless systems (AKG

are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturersMICROLITE MANUAL86 CONNECTINg THE MICROPHONE In addition to a wide variety of optional accessories, the correspon‑ ding adapters can be found on our website www.akg.com. MDA2 SEN1 MDA3 SEN2 MDA4 SHU MDA5 AT MDA6 BD MDA7 LEC Fig. 39: Microdot Adapter AKG makes no guarantee of compatibility to third‑party wireless systems and assumes no liability in this respect.

7.4.2 Phantom power adapter

Fig. 40: Phantom power adapter (MDPA) ToensurecompleteexibilitywiththeMicroLitemicrophone, users can switch to a wired application using the phantom power adapter. The phantom adapter is equipped with:

  • Phase rotation (can be plugged in via a jumper on the board, for more information, see page 88)MICROLITE MANUAL 87 uSE 8 Use

The major advantage of a microphone that is attached to an article of clothing, on the user's head or in their mask is that the distance between the microphone and the user's mouth is always the same. This ensures there is no need to worry about the microphone level uctuating. The freedom of movement is preserved and hands remain free.

The following must be taken into consideration when positioning cardioid condenser microphones:

  • The closer the microphone is positioned to the sound source, the more low frequencies are captured.
  • Cardioid condenser microphones are sensitive to body noises and wind noises.

8.2.2 Avoiding disturbances from electrical interference

  • To avoid hum or interference, route all audio lines, particularly those connected to the microphone inputs, away from power lines of any type.
  • If you use cable ducts, be sure to use separate ducts for the audio lines. Use Positioning the micro- phone Avoiding interferenceMICROLITE MANUAL88 uSE

8.2.3 Rotating the phase

JPhase180 Fig. 41: Phantom power adapter The signal phase can be rotated by 180° using the phantom power adapter.

1) Screw the Phillips‑head screw into the phantom adapter's

2) Remove the housing.

3) Remove the jumper and plug it into only one pin.

4) Put the housing on.

min. 10 cm Fig. 42: Voice transmission Fasten the microphone to a piece of clothing with the crocodile clip to ensure optimal voice transmission. Position the microphone as close as possible to the speaker's mouth. The smaller the distance between the microphone and the sound source, the lower the risk of acoustic feedback and the less room noise will be picked up in the audio signal. Voice transmissionMICROLITE MANUAL90 uSE

8.3.2 Recording microphone or spot microphone

Fig. 43: Microphone attached to a decorative piece Fasten the microphone to a suitable decorative piece using the crocodile clip or the magnet clip (e.g. a backdrop, background or curtain).

8.3.3 Theater, musical or opera

Fig. 44: Transmitting voices or songs Attach the microphone in the mask as close as possible to the mouth. Recording microphone and spot microphone Theater, musical or operaMICROLITE MANUAL 91 uSE

8.3.4 Recording musical instruments

The microphone can be attached to a variety of different instru‑ ments (e.g. string instruments, guitars, wind instruments). You only need to rotate the gain controller on the mixing console slightly because the microphone is located very close to the sound source. For this reason, feedback occurs only in very low levels in PA systems. Attach the microphone to different positions on the instrument and compare the sound to determine the optimal position of the microphone on an instrument. You can use the supplied wind screen on wind instruments to dampen the sounds of rushing air. Violin Fig. 45: Microphone for recording the violin The microphone can be fastened to the performer's cheek using a piece of tape if the microphone cannot or should not be attached to the violin itself. Alternatively, you can use the ear clip or the headworn microphone. Recording musical instruments ViolinMICROLITE MANUAL92 uSE This method offers the following advantages:

  • Thesoundoftheviolinisnotinuenced.
  • There is no risk of damaging the violin by using tape.
  • The violin does not require a cable connection.

8.4 Ear hook microphone and headworn microphone

8.4.1 Transmitting voices or songs

Attach the microphone as described in section 5 and 6.3. Make sure that the microphone is approximately 1 cm away from the corner of your mouth.

8.4.2 Recording musical instruments

Attach the microphone as described in section 5 and 6.3. Make sure that the microphone is approximately 1 cm away from the corner of your mouth. You can use the supplied wind screen on wind instruments to dampen the sounds of rushing air. Voice transmission Recording musical instrumentsMICROLITE MANUAL 93 CLEANINg 9 Cleaning Clean the following parts before you store the microphone in the case:

  • Make‑up cover Stow the microphone in the case.

Use a damp cloth to clean the microphone housing. Do not use any cleaning agents.

Pull the ear clip from the wire on the ear hook microphone.

Fold the ear clip vertically inward on the headworn microphone. Microphone Ear clipMICROLITE MANUAL94 CLEANINg

Pull the ear clip from the wire on the loweramplier.

Wash the ear clip in hot, soapy water (60 to 70 °C). Allow the ear clip to dry completely. Push the ear clip back on to the wire.

Remove the protective cap from the microphone.

Wash the protective cap in warm, soapy water. Allow the protective cap to dry com‑ pletely before using it again. Protective capMICROLITE MANUAL 95 CLEANINg

Remove the wind screen from the microphone.

Wash the wind screen in warm, soapy water. Allow the wind screen to dry com‑ pletely before using it again.

Remove the make‑up cover from the microphone.

Wash the make‑up cover in warm, soapy water. Allow the make‑up cover to dry completely before using it again. Wind screen Make-up coverMICROLITE MANUAL96 TECHNICAL dATA 10 Technical data

10.1.1 Frequency response

Fig. 46: XX81 MD frequency response

Capsule Capsule with condenser microphone Directivity pattern Cardioid Frequency range 20 to 20,000 Hz (2 – 3 cm) Sensitivity 13 mV/Pa Signal‑to‑noise ratio 57 dB(A) Max. SPL (sound pressure level) 145 dB THD (total harmo‑ nic distortion) at 1,000 Hz/120 dB <1% Electric impedance at 1,000 Hz 5,000 ohms Equivalent noise level 35.5 mV Required voltage (typical AKG power requirement) 5 V at 4.5 kOhm, two‑wire power requirement Dimensions Microphone (capsule): ∅ 4.4 mm Length: 8.5 mm Cable: ∅ 1.4 mm Weight (including cable) LC:

10.2.1 Frequency response

Fig. 48: XX82 MD frequency response

10.2.2 Polar pattern

Fig. 49: XX82 MD polar pattern XX82 MD XX82 MD frequency response XX82 MD polar patternMICROLITE MANUAL 99 TECHNICAL dATA

Capsule Capsule with condenser microphone Directivity pattern Omnidirectional Frequency range 20 to 20,000 Hz (2 – 3 cm) Sensitivity 15 mV/Pa Signal‑to‑noise ratio 63 dB(A) Max. SPL (sound pressure level) 145 dB THD (total harmo‑ nic distortion) at 1,000 Hz/120 dB <1% Electric impedance at 1,000 Hz 5,000 ohms Equivalent noise level 31.2 mV Required voltage (typical AKG power requirement) 5 V at 4.5 kOhm, two‑wire power requirement Dimensions Microphone (capsule): ∅ 3.6 mm; Length: 7.2 mm Cable: ∅ 1.4 mm Weight (including cable) LC:

Connection 1 Microdot Connection 2 All common brands XX82 MD specicationMICROLITE MANUAL100 TROuBLESHOOTINg 11 Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Remedy No sound Power to mixing console and/or amplierisoff Switch on power to mixing console oramplier Channel fader or master level controller on the mixing console or volume control on amplierisatzero Set channel fader or master level controller on mixing console or volumecontrolonamplierto desired level Microphone is not connected to mixing consoleoramplier Connect microphone to mixing consoleoramplier Cable connector not plugged in correctly Plug in cable connector again The cable is defective Check the cable and replace if necessary No supply voltage Switch on phantom power. Check the cable and replace if necessaryMICROLITE MANUAL 101 TROuBLESHOOTINg Problem Possible cause Remedy Distortions Gain controller on the mixing console set too high Turn gain controller down Mixing console input sensitivity too high Insert a preattenuation pad between the microphone cable and the input Canceling some fre‑ quencies Shifting the phase The phase can be shifted by 180° For more information, see page 88 In addition, read the user instructions of the transmitter and receiver!MODE D'EMPLOI MICROLITE102

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