User Guide

Condenser microphones usually specify different requirements for
their phantom power. These ratings can range from 48 Volts all the
way down to 9 Volts. Fortunately, there’s a certain amount of flexi-
bility with matching Phantom Power voltage to your mic. A rough
rule-of-thumb would be “more is better.” For example,a 24-volt
condenser mic usually works perfectly with a 48 Volt Phantom
Power Supply. Some mics rated at as little as 9 Volts can operate
on voltages up to 48 Volts (check with the manufacturer first).
Conversely, a mic will generally perform best driven by not less
than its rated voltage. So,for a 48 Volt mic,you would get best
performance with 48 Volts of Phantom Power.
Specifications:
• The Phantom II provides Phantom Power for one or two
condenser mics.
• A three-way 12V/OFF/48V selector switch lets you choose
48V for mics rated at 24 to 48V, 12V for lower-voltage mics
or OFF to conserve battery life.
• The power LED goes out when the unit is running on batteries
and switched OFF, but remains on while an AC adapter is in use.
• Low-noise operation is featured in all modes
• Input Connectors: 2 x XLR female
• Output connectors: 2 x XLR male
• Required batteries:2 x 9V
• Optional AC adapter: 12V DC
• Power:Can be supplied by two 9V batteries (included) or
an AC adapter.
• Size: 5.625 x 1.75 x 3.625 inches (144mm x 45mm x 92mm)
• Weight: 1.5lb (680g)
Usage:
a.) Set the selector switch to the voltage setting closest to
the mic’s rating.
b.) Connect mic cable to an Input connector on the unit.
c.) Using another mic cable,patch from the adjacent (male) Output
connector on the unit to a mic input on the mixer.
d.) If you are running on batteries,remember to switch the unit
off when not in use.
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March 2003
Phantom II
12V / 48V Phantom Power
Battery or AC Powered
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