user manual

Marshall Electronics, Inc.
1910 East Maple Ave. El Segundo, CA 90245
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.MXLmics.com
ank you for purchasing the MXL FR-304 shotgun microphone. With proper care, this microphone will provide many years of
satisfaction. For best results, please take a few moments to review this literature.
General Characteristics
e MXL FR Series shotgun microphones have been designed with high quality FET pre-amps, to ensure outstanding audio quality
under even the most demanding conditions. e microphones body is precision made from high quality Aluminum for durability as
well as audio quality. e MXL FR-304 shotgun microphone can operate from either phantom power. (48V +/- 5V) or via an internal
AA battery which will provide power for up to 160 hours.
To insert or replace the internal battery, turn the base of the microphone counterclockwise to unscrew. Slide the cover down to reveal
the battery compartment. (e cover will not come o the end, do not try to force it or damage may occur.) Insert the battery as per
the sticker inside the battery compartment. We recommend removing the battery when the microphone is not in use.
e FR-304 also features a 3 position switch with settings for Bat, Mute, and 48V. When operating from phantom power, ensure the
switch is set to the 48v position. When operating from battery power, ensure the switch is in the Bat position. e Mute position is
o, as well as muting the output. When operating from battery power a red LED will ash indicating that the microphone is receiving
power from the battery.
If for any reason you get no sound from your FR-304 microphone, check that phantom power is being correctly supplied, or that the
battery has not become exhausted. In addition, check the cable between the microphone and camera.
Your MXL FR-304 shotgun microphone is supplied complete with the HSM-01 hot shoe mount to enable ease of mounting on most
video cameras. In addition, a foam windscreen is provided for use in windy environments.
Microphone Cables
e microphone cable can have a profound eect on the sound of any microphone. Even the nest microphones will sound poor if the
interconnect cable allows noise to enter, or causes distortion and loss of information. Use only the best microphone cable your budget
will allow. We recommend using Mogami® brand cable.
Care
Dust and foreign material can degrade the performance of a microphone over time so always store the unit in a warm dry place.
Remove ngerprints from the exterior with a clean soft cloth.
Warranty
Marshall microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for ONE year from date of purchase. Should you
encounter any problem with this unit, promptly contact the company you purchased it from for assistance. e original dated sales
receipt will be necessary for any warranty claim. Do not send any unit directly to us without prior authorization from our service
department! Warranty coverage is limited to repair or replacement (at our option) of the microphone, and does not cover
incidental damages due to use of this unit, nor damage caused by accidental misuse of this product.
FR-304
Shotgun Microphone
Frequency Response
Polar Pattern
0
90270
180
Super-Cardioid