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MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 1 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 Contents Important safety information ........................................................ 2 The MZD 8000 ................................................................................... 3 Delivery includes ............................................................................... 4 Product overview .............................................................................. 4 Putting the digital module into operation .................
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 2 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 Important safety information • • • • • • • Please read this instruction manual carefully and completely before using the device. Make this instruction manual easily accessible to all users at all times. Always include this instruction manual when passing the device on to third parties. Never open the device. If devices are opened by customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty becomes null and void.
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 3 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 The MZD 8000 The MZD 8000 digital module is an AES 42 A/D converter for all microphone heads of the MKH 8000 series. The MZD 8000 has the following features: • Direct screw-on connection for the microphone heads of the MKH 8000 series • 2-channel 24 bit A/D converter, dynamic range 115 dB • Studio grade preamplifier and converter • Sampling rate 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.
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MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 5 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 Putting the digital module into operation Connecting the microphone head and the cable 왘 Screw an MKH 8000 series microphone head to the connection of the MZD 8000 as shown. CAUTION! Danger of damage to the device! An incorrect supply voltage can cause damage to the power supply unit, the MZD 8000 and to subsequent devices.
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 6 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 supply voltage and a deterioration in jitter characteristics, especially at high sampling rates. 왘 If possible, use a continuous cable to connect the microphone and the subsequent device. 왘 For longer cable distances, only use AES/EBU cable.
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 7 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 To connect the microphone: 왘 Use a suitable cable to connect the MZD 8000 to the microphone input of a format converter or a mixing console. 왘 When connecting the cables, make sure that the connectors are properly locked. Remote controlling the MZD 8000 Via the AES 42 interface, you can make the following settings to the MZD 8000. Depending on the software or the format converter used, some settings are possibly not supported.
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 8 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 If a problem occurs... Problem Possible cause Solution Microphone does not work No supply Check the power supply voltage available. unit/the corresponding software settings. Microphone is Check if the used not connected to input complies with the an AES 42 input. AES 42 standard. Channel is muted. Deactivate “Mute” in the AES 42 remote control.
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 9 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 Cleaning the MZD 8000 Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the device from time to time. Note: Do not use any cleansing agents or solvents.
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 10 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 Accessories Cat. No.
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 11 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 Specifications Operating temperature range –10°C to+60°C Power supply AES 42 phantom powering (DPP 10 V) Current consumption max. 160 mA Phantom power at microphone input P 48 Input amplitude for –0.5 dBFS at 0 dB attenuation 1.
MZD 8000_US.fm Seite 12 Freitag, 31. Oktober 2008 11:16 11 In compliance with EMC EN 55103-1/-2 47 CFR 15subpart B Industry Canada ICES_003 Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our web site at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. CE Declaration of Conformity Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co.
MZD 8000_524157_0408_Sp6.book Seite 1 Dienstag, 21. Oktober 2008 7:58 19 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany Publ.
