PCR-65 SIDE-ADDRESS RECORDING MICROPHONE PRODUCT MANUAL
T H A N K YO U F O R C H O O S I NG P O L S E N . The Polsen PCR-65 is a side-address cardioid condenser microphone designed for recording, broadcasts, podcasts, or music in professional or project studios. The microphone features a cardioid polar pattern that rejects off-axis noise and prevents feedback. A wide frequency response and high SPL capacity ensure clear and nuanced sound with no distortion, even when recording loud sources.
OV E R V I E W 1. 1. Microphone 2. Shock mount 3. Locking knob 2. 3. 4. Locking ring 5. Desktop tripod 6. User manual 4. 5.
P R E C AU T I O N S • 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.
MOUNTING THE MICROPHONE 1. Screw the shock mount onto the threaded post of a mic stand or the included desktop tripod. 2. Once secure, remove the locking ring on the bottom of the shock mount, and place the base of the microphone through mounting hole. 3. Replace the locking ring, and tighten until secure. Note: To ensure the security of the microphone when using the desktop tripod, make sure the microphone is positioned directly over one of the tripod legs. 4.
R E C O R D I N G W I T H T H E P C R- 6 5 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.
S P E C I F I C AT I O N S T R A N S D U C E R T Y P E Back electret condenser M A X I N P U T S P L 125 dB P O L A R PAT T E R N Cardioid P O W E R R E Q U I R E M E N T 12 to 52 V phantom power F R E Q U E NC Y R E S P O N S E 20 Hz to 20 kHz D I M E N S I O N S H e i g h t : 5.7 in. (14.4 cm) D i a m ete r : 2 I N . ( 5 C M ) S E N S I T I V I T Y -32 dB ±3 dB (0 dB = 1 V/Pa @ 1 kHz) W E I G H T 12.5 oz.
O N E -Y E A R L I M I T E D WA R R A N T Y 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.
