Reporter Instruction Manual 139-950-1-2_Reporter_manual.indd 1 www.rodemic.
Introduction Thank you for investing in the Reporter. The RØDE Reporter is the result of over 30 years of dedicated research and experience in microphone design and manufacture across many fields, from music, to broadcast and location sound. The RØDE Reporter has been specifically designed to deliver a full and rich sound quality when used in the reporting and news gathering field. With its high wind noise rejection and tailored frequency response, the Reporter delivers clear, broadcast quality sound.
Specifications Acoustic Principle: Dynamic Polar Pattern Omni-directional Frequency Range: 70Hz ~ 15 000Hz Output Impedance: 150 ± 30% at 1kHz Sensitivity: -56 dB re 1V/Pa (1.0mV @ 94 dB SPL) ± 3 dB @ 1 kHz Output Connection: XLR Weight: 256g (without mic flag) 286g (with mic flag) Packed Weight: 1100g Dimensions 41.5mm x 272.5mm x 41.5mm (1.6” x 10.7” x 1.6”) 139-950-1-2_Reporter_manual.
Specifications FR E Q U EN C Y RESPO NSE P OL A R RES P O N S E 139-950-1-2_Reporter_manual.
Features LOW H A N DL IN G NO I SE • Internal shock mounted capsule reduces unwanted handling noise • High wind noise rejection • Custom internal plosives screen to reject vocal plosives and unwanted wind noise OM N ID IREC T IO NA L DY NA MI C M I C RO P H O N E CA PSU L E • Frequency response optimised for speech intelligibility • Enables the use of field recorders without the ability to supply phantom power • Omnidirectional pickup pattern ensures smooth, even pickup from any direction E X TR A L O N G
What’s in the Box • RØDE Reporter microphone • ZP2 zip pouch (located underneath cardboard insert) • Microphone flag Reporter Structure 1 4 2 139-950-1-2_Reporter_manual.indd 6 1. Mesh head with internal plosive screen 2. Extra long handle 3. XLR connector 4.
Using the Reporter • The Reporter is a handheld dynamic microphone, designed for use in the field of news gathering and reporting. • The Reporter features an omnidirectional capsule. For this reason it is not always necessary to move the microphone back and forth between the interviewer and the person being interviewed.
Microphone Flag • A custom microphone flag is supplied with the Reporter. The microphone flag has been designed so that it can be easily screen printed with your organisation’s logo, or a weatherproof adhesive label can be applied using the specifications listed below. 139-950-1-2_Reporter_manual.
Using the Microphone Flag • To install your microphone flag, place the mesh head of the Reporter through the ring on the flag, with the RØDE logo centred. Push the flag down until it ‘clicks’ in place into the groove on the microphone head. Ensure it is properly secured by giving the flag a few light agitations with your hand. • To remove your flag, gently press the edges of the protruding ‘tabs’ on the flag to give the ring some leeway. Pull flag upwards to remove from the Reporter.
Optional Accessories RM5 MICROPHONE CLIP • The RM5 stand mount is available to securely mount the Reporter on a microphone stand or boompole, allowing you to place the microphone in the optimal position for hands free recording, or giving the user the additional reach required to get closer to the sound source. 139-950-1-2_Reporter_manual.
Care Instructions • When not in use, always keep your microphone in a cool, dry place, preferably in the supplied zip case, to protect from dust or damage. Do not expose the Reporter to rain or moisture. • In instances where the microphone has become exposed to the elements and the mesh head (wind cover) has become wet or dirty, it may be necessary to remove the head gently and dry it separately to the microphone body to prevent moisture from damaging the microphone capsule.
Warranty / Support RØDE Microphones prides itself on designing and manufacturing microphones of the highest quality and performance. Our state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing techniques, combined with decades of experience in professional audio and recording has resulted in microphones that will last a lifetime. All RØDE microphones are guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase. The Reporter warranty may be extended to a full ten year period.
