Broadcaster Instruction Manual www.rodemic.com (EMC, LVD) 051-950-2-1_Broadcaster_manual.
Introduction We at would like to thank you and congratulate you on investing in the Broadcaster. Like its name suggests, this microphone was specifically designed for ‘ON-AIR’ applications where wide frequency response and low distortion are demanded. Winner of the Radio World/US National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) ‘What’s Cool’ award, the Broadcaster has become an industry standard when studio sound quality is required for on-air applications.
Specifications Acoustic Principle: Pressure gradient Directional Pattern: Cardioid- end address Frequency Range: 20 Hz-20 kHz Output Impedence: 40 Sensitivity: -34 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (20 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz Equivalent Noise: 14 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651) Maximum Output: +2dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1K load) Dynamic Range: >114dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651) Maximum SPL: 128dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1K load) Signal/Noise: 80 dB (A - weighted per IEC651) Power Requir
Specifications Frequency Response High Pass Filter Polar Response 0˚ +5.0 0.0 -2.0 -4.0 -6.0 -8.0 -10.0 -12.0 -14.0 -16.0 -18.0 -20.0 -22.0 -24.0 -2.0 -10.0 -20.0 90˚ -25.0 270˚ dB rel.
Accessories • RM2 stand mount • 5 pin ‘on-air’ indicator adaptor • ZP1 zip pouch -5- 051-950-2-1_Broadcaster_manual.
Using the Broadcaster • The Broadcaster is a phantom powered microphone. To operate correctly it requires a 48V phantom supply from the mixing console or other source. • It is recommended that you use a high-quality microphone lead, and keep it as short as practical for your stage set up. This will ensure the highest quality sound reproduction. • The Broadcaster is an ‘end address’ microphone, so should be addressed with the microphone mounted lengthways, talking directly in to the head.
Using the Broadcaster • The High Pass Filter can be engaged using the toggle switch at the rear of the microphone. BROADCASTER SIDE VIEW High Pass Filter toggle switch Flat High Pass Filter engaged BROADCASTER BOTTOM VIEW -7- 051-950-2-1_Broadcaster_manual.
Connecting the ‘on-air’ LED • While the broadcaster’s output connection and ‘On-Air’ indicator control is a very simple operation to perform, we suggest that unless you are familiar with cable connections and audio installations in general, that you have an Audio/Electronics Technician perform this task to assure optimum performance. • The On-Air Indicator LED is switched either On or Off by applying an open or closed circuit across Pins 4 and 5 of the output connector.
Connecting the ‘on-air’ LED • A 5-pin female connector is supplied, and you can use a four-core screened (Quad) microphone cable which is readily available from most professional audio suppliers, or you can use any cable which is two wire screened plus two extra control wires if the LED is to be switched. AUDIO 3 4 2 SWITCH NORMAL 1 1 5 2 3 4 / OPEN 5 AUDIO -9- 051-950-2-1_Broadcaster_manual.
Circuit Diagram - 10 - 051-950-2-1_Broadcaster_manual.
Storage • After use the Broadcaster should be removed from its mount, wiped with a dry, soft cloth and placed in its protective case. • Be sure to place the moisture-absorbent crystals (supplied) at the head of the microphone, so as to absorb any moisture present. • Eventually this pack of crystals will need to be dried. This is indicated by the crystals turning pink in colour. • They can easily be re-used by placing them in an oven at 100 - 150 degrees celsius for approximately ten minutes.
Warranty All microphones are warranted for one year from date of purchase. You can extend that to a full ten years if you register online at www.rodemic.com. The warranty covers parts and labour that may be required to repair the microphone during the warranty period. The warranty excludes defects caused by normal wear and tear, modification, shipping damage, or failure to use the microphone as per the instruction guide.
