Audio-Technica PRO24CM Stereo Condenser On-Camera Microphone

1. Sissejuhatus

The Audio-Technica PRO24CM is a lightweight, compact stereo condenser microphone designed for digital recording with high-fidelity stereo sound. It is optimized for use with camcorders that feature an accessory shoe and a stereo microphone input. The microphone utilizes a pair of cardioid elements in an X-Y configuration to capture the spatial impact and realism of a live sound field.

This manual provides essential information for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your PRO24CM microphone.

2. Pakendi sisu

Veenduge, et teie pakendis on kõik järgmised esemed:

• PRO24CM Stereo Condenser Microphone with permanently attached 6-12 inch coiled cable and right-angle 3.5 mm stereo mini plug
• Video-camera shoe mount
• LR44 battery (1.5V)
• Esiklaas
• Pehme kaitsekott

Image: Included accessories for the PRO24CM microphone.

3. Seadistamine

3.1 Aku paigaldamine

The PRO24CM can operate on a 1.5V LR44 battery or via plug-in power from your camcorder. If your camcorder does not provide plug-in power, battery installation is required.

1. Locate the battery compartment on the microphone body.
2. Avage sahtel ettevaatlikult.
3. Sisestage üks LR44 patarei, jälgides õiget polaarsust (+/-).
4. Sulgege patareipesa kindlalt.

Image: The LR44 battery for microphone power.

3.2 Mikrofoni paigaldamine

The PRO24CM is designed to attach to a camcorder's accessory shoe.

1. Slide the video-camera shoe mount onto your camcorder's accessory shoe.
2. Secure the mount by tightening its locking mechanism.
3. Insert the microphone into the shoe mount.

Image: PRO24CM microphone attached to a camcorder.

3.3 Connecting to a Camcorder

Connect the microphone to your camcorder's stereo microphone input.

1. Locate the 3.5 mm stereo mini plug on the microphone's coiled cable.
2. Insert the plug firmly into the microphone input jack on your camcorder.

Image: The PRO24CM microphone showing its coiled cable and 3.5mm connector.

3.4 Esiklaasi kasutamine

For outdoor recording or in windy conditions, attach the included windscreen to reduce wind noise and plosives.

1. Gently slide the foam windscreen over the microphone's capsule.
2. Ensure it fits snugly without obstructing the microphone elements.

Image: PRO24CM microphone with windscreen and other accessories.

4. Operatsioon

4.1 Sisse-/väljalülitamine

The PRO24CM features an on/off switch for convenient operation.

• To turn the microphone ON, slide the switch to the "ON" position.
• To turn the microphone VÄLJAS, slide the switch to the "OFF" position.

When using plug-in power from your camcorder, the microphone will draw power directly from the camcorder, and battery operation is not required. However, it is still recommended to turn the microphone off when not in use to conserve battery life if a battery is installed.

Image: The PRO24CM microphone with its on/off switch visible.

4.2 Recording Considerations

• Paigutus: Position the microphone to capture the desired sound source. The X-Y stereo configuration is designed to provide a natural stereo image.
• Jälgimine: Always monitor your audio through headphones connected to your camcorder to ensure optimal sound quality and to detect any unwanted noise.
• Saavutage tasemed: Adjust the input gain on your camcorder to prevent clipping (distortion) while ensuring a strong signal.

5. Hooldus

• Puhastamine: Mikrofoni korpuse puhastamiseks kasutage pehmet ja kuiva lappi. Vältige karmide kemikaalide või abrasiivsete materjalide kasutamist.
• Hoiustamine: When not in use, store the microphone in its protective pouch to prevent dust and damage. Remove the battery if storing for extended periods to prevent leakage.
• Kaabli hooldus: Avoid sharp bends or kinks in the microphone cable.

6. Veaotsing

• Heli puudub:
  • Ensure the microphone's on/off switch is in the "ON" position.
  • Kontrollige, kas aku on õigesti paigaldatud ja kas sellel on piisavalt laetud. Vajadusel vahetage aku välja.
  • Verify the 3.5 mm plug is fully inserted into the camcorder's microphone input.
  • Confirm the camcorder's audio input settings are correct and the input gain is not set to zero.
• Moonutatud heli:
  • Reduce the input gain on your camcorder.
  • Veenduge, et mikrofon ei oleks heliallikale liiga lähedal, kuna see võib põhjustada ülekoormust.
• Liigne tuulemüra:
  • Veenduge, et tuuleklaas on õigesti paigaldatud.
  • Consider using an additional furry wind muff for extreme conditions (not included).

7. Tehnilised andmed

8. Ohutusalane teave

• Ärge jätke mikrofoni äärmuslike temperatuuride, niiskuse ega otsese päikesevalguse kätte.
• Vältige mikrofoni maha kukkumist või tugevate löökide saamist.
• Hoidke mikrofon tugevatest magnetväljadest eemal.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the microphone. This will void any warranty.
• Kõrvaldage kasutatud patareid vastutustundlikult vastavalt kohalikele eeskirjadele.

9. Garantii ja tugi

For warranty information or technical support, please contact Audio-Technica customer service or visit their official websait. Hoidke ostutšekk ostutõendina alles.

Audio-Technica Contact Information:

• Ametlik Audio-Technica Websaidile
• Vaadake toote pakendilt või ametlikult website for specific regional contact details.