RM-800 - Microphone Polsen - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RM-800 Polsen

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PRODUCT MANUAL

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING POLSEN.

The Polsen RM-800 is a large-diaphragm, side-address cardioid condenser microphone that's great for broadcasts, podcasts, and voiceovers, but it also excels at recording singers and instruments. The microphone features a large and highly sensitive 1.4-inch gold-plated diaphragm to capture the entire spectrum of voices and instruments with detailed accuracy. The high SPL capacity, low noise, and wide dynamic range meet the demands for clear and natural sound in both professional and project studios. The cardioid polar pattern picks up the sound directly in front of the mic while it rejects off-axis sound, which is ideal for studio recording as well as on-stage performance. To ensure great vocals, the mic includes a customized metal mesh pop screen. Room and ambient noise is minimized by the selectable high-pass filter. And when recording loud sources, the selectable -10 dB pad allows the microphone to maintain pure sound quality up to 155 dB. The RM-800 is stylishly designed with a unique look, but it's constructed with a metal housing for rugged durability.

PRECAUTIONS

• Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.
• Keep this product away from water and flammable gases or liquids.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this product yourself.
• Handle this product with care.
• Clean this product with only a soft, dry cloth.
• Make sure that this product is intact and that there are no missing parts.
• All images are for illustrative purposes only.

OVERVIEW

1. Microphone
2. -10 dB pad switch
3. High-pass filter switch
4. 3-pin XLR connector
5. Pop filter
6. Key tool
7. Shock mount
8. Locking ring
9. Locking knob

Also included:

5/8 to 3/8 in. reducer bushing Carry case

1. 2. 3. 4.

5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

MOUNTING THE MICROPHONE

1. Screw the shock mount onto the threaded post of a mic stand.
   For 5/8-inch posts, remove the adapter bushing from the shock mount's socket.
2. Once the shock mount is secure, loosen the locking ring on the bottom of the shock mount, and insert the base of the microphone though the mounting hole.
3. Tighten the locking ring until secure.
4. If needed, adjust the angle of the microphone by loosening the locking knob on the shock mount. Be sure to hold the microphone with one hand while performing this operation.

RECORDING WITH THE RM-800

1. Turn the speaker volume down, and use an XLR cable to connect the microphone to a preamplifier, mixing board, or recorder.
   Note: Recording directly into a computer requires an XLR-to-USB adapter such as the Polsen XLR-USB-48.
2. Turn the phantom power on.
3. Turn the speaker volume up, and set the input level on the recording device.

For the best recording results, the microphone should point directly at the sound source.

Vocalists and announcers should be positioned approximately 6 to 12 inches from the microphone. For close vocal miking, use the included pop filter to prevent vocal pops or plosives.

To attach the pop filter, snap it onto the stem just below the mic capsule, and make sure it's directly in front of the microphone.

HIGH-PASS FILTER AND -10 DB PAD

High-Pass Filter

To prevent low-end rumble like noise from air conditioners, ducts, fans, and room ambience, use the included key to move the switch to the position and activate the filter.

-10 dB Pad

The -10 dB pad provides 10 dB of attenuation for high-volume sources that can produce distortion like singers, live speeches, or band rehearsals. Use the key tool to move the switch to the -10 dB position and

SPECIFICATIONS

TRANSDUCER Condenser
DIAPHRAGM 1.4 in. gold-plated
POLAR PATTERN Cardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE	30 Hz to 20 kHz
SENSITIVITY	-32 dB ±3 dB (0 dB - 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)
EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL	≤11 dB A
IMPEDANCE	≤200 Ω
MAX INPUT SPL	145 dB (THD ≤1.0% at 1 kHz)155 dB (at 10 dB attenuation)
LOW CUT	10 dB/octave at 100 Hz
POWER REQUIREMENT	12 to 52 V phantom power
MATERIAL	Aluminum alloy housing
DIMENSIONS (H × W × D)	Microphone: 6.9 × 2 × 1 in. (17.5 × 5.1 × 2.6 cm)Shock mount: 4.5 in. (11.5 cm) diameter
WEIGHT	Microphone: 13.9 oz. (394.1 g)Shock mount: 6.5 oz. (184.3 g)

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This Polsen product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider's responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider's discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.

This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Polsen Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization ("RMA") number, and return the defective product to Polsen along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser's own risk and expense.

For more information or to arrange service, visit www.polsenaudio.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.

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