QEx - Microphone SAMSON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL QEx SAMSON

278-B Duffy Ave Hicksville, New York 11801 www.samsontech.com Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.3QEx Fitness Headset Microphone ENFRDEESIT Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson QEx Fitness Headset Microphone. The QEx is a lightweight, adjustable headset microphone specifically designed for fitness instructors and active performers. With its bidirectional pickup pattern, the QEx provides superb isolation, resulting in more gain before feedback with clear and articulate sound in live sound applications. The comfortable and water and sweat-resistant design adjustable stainless steel metal gooseneck, make the QEx perfect for fitness and a variety of other high-energy applications. The QEx Fitness Headset Microphone is well-suited for use with Samson wireless systems, and with four included adapter cables, the microphone can be used with most popular wireless systems. Other accessories included in the kit are a clothing collar clip, four windscreens and a carry case that holds the QEx and all the accessories. If you have any questions or comments regarding the QEx Fitness Headset Microphone or any other products from Samson, do no hesitate to contact us at [e-mail]. Introduction4 For added comfort and fit, the QEx headset includes an adjustable headband. To fit the headband, pull elastic strap over the ear hooks and locate in front of the stop point (A). For larger sizing, the headband can be moved behind the stop point (B) or completely removed by sliding the elastic band over the ear hooks and microphone capsule. Note: When removing the headband, first take off the microphone windscreen. Fitting the QEx Microphone5QEx Fitness Headset Microphone ENFRDEESIT Connector Cables The QEx includes four cables with adapters for some of the most popular wireless microphone beltpack transmitters. 3.5mm Connector Works with Sennheiser

wireless systems Hirose

4-Pin Connector Works with most Audio-Technica

wireless systems Switchcraft

TA3F Connector Works with Samson AirLine ATX Series, Concert Series and most AKG

wireless systems Switchcraft

TA4F Connector Works with most Shure

wireless systems6 To connect the cable to the headset:

• Choose the right cable and connector that works with your wireless system.

• Line the cable up to the threaded terminal on the back of the QEx and screw the cable into the headset.

• Do not over tighten the cable.

• Attach the included collar clip on the back of your shirt collar and run the mic wire from the QEx Fitness Headset to the wireless body pack. Leave enough cable to allow you to turn your head from side to side. Connector Cables7QEx Fitness Headset Microphone ENFRDEESIT Mic Positioning Position the QEx microphone element about 0.25” –1” behind the corner of your mouth. To avoid breath noise and p-pops, use the included windscreen. If the microphone is too far away from your mouth you will need to increase the gain and reduce isolation. To minimize additional noise, do not locate the microphone tight against your cheek. The correct way to wear your QEx fitness headset microphone, is over the ears, as you would wear a pair of eyeglasses. To avoid feedback problems, take care not to cover the microphone capsule with your hand. Note: If wearing glasses, it is recommended to put the QEx microphone on first than place glasses over the microphone.8

The QEx Fitness Headset employs noise canceling techniques to provide noise reduction, improve clarity and gain before feedback. These techniques allow the QEx to be used in environments and facilities where the sound system might not be optimal. First, the small size of the microphone capsule and the short distance between the microphone and the mouth reduces the sensitivity at 1 kHz for far field noise by 10 dB. And noise at lower frequencies is additionally attenuated. Finally, the bi-directional polar pattern reduces signal coming from a 90° angle by 15 dB compared to signal originating from directly in front of the mic capsule. Using the QEx Near Field Far Field9QEx Fitness Headset Microphone ENFRDEESIT Specifications Microphone Element Back electret condenser Polar Pattern Bidirectional Frequency Response 50Hz–12kHz Sensitivity -42dB 1 V/Pa ±4dB at 1kHz Output Impedance 2.2kΩ ±30% Max. SPL 110dB Operating Voltage 1.0–5V DC Cables 4x ø1.4mm*1.2m Product Weight 1.4oz / 39.8g Included Adapter Cables 1/8” (3.5mm), Hirose

TA4F Accessories Windscreen, Clothing Collar Clip, Carry Case At Samson, we are continually improving our products, therefore specifications and images are subject to change without notice.10 Specifications Polar Pattern Frequency Response