AKG PERCEPTION live User manual

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BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG ......................................... 2
Bitte vor Inbetriebnahme des Gerätes lesen!
USER INSTRUCTIONS ............................................ 10
Please read the manual before using the equipement!

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1 Safety................................................................................. 11
2 Description......................................................................... 12
Introduction ......................................................................... 12
P 2...................................................................................... 12
P 4...................................................................................... 12
P 3 S................................................................................... 12
P 5 / P 5 S........................................................................... 12
Optional Accessories ............................................................ 13
3 Application......................................................................... 14
Connecting the microphone .................................................. 14
Switching the microphone on/off........................................... 14
4 Cleaning............................................................................. 15
Microphone ......................................................................... 15
Internal Windscreen.............................................................. 15
5 Specifications .................................................................... 16
P 2...................................................................................... 16
P 4...................................................................................... 16
P 3 S................................................................................... 16
P 5 / P 5 S........................................................................... 16
6 Troubleshooting................................................................. 17
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Safety
1 Safety
ATTENTION
Risk of damage
Please make sure that the piece of equipment your microphone
will be connected to fulfills the safety regulations in force in your
country and is fitted with a ground lead.
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Description
2 Description
Thank you for purchasing an AKG product. This Manual contains
important instructions for setting up and operating your equipment.
Please take a few minutes to read the instructions below carefully
before operating the equipment. Please keep the Manual for future
reference. Have fun and impress your audience!
Introduction
xDynamic instrument microphone
P 2
P 4
P 3 S
P 5 / P 5 S
xCardioid polar pattern
xCarrying case
xFor kick drum, bass amps, wind instruments
xDynamic instrument microphone
xCardioid polar pattern
xH 440 bracket
xCarrying case
xFor toms, percussion, guitar amps, wind instruments
xDynamic instrument microphone with on/off switch
xCardioid polar pattern
xSA 45 stand adapter
xCarrying case
xFor instruments and backing vocals
xDynamic vocal microphone with on/off switch
xSupercardioid polar pattern
xSA 45 stand adapter
xCarrying case
xFor solo vocals
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Description
For optional accessories, refer to the current AKG catalog or folder, or
visit www.akg.com. Your dealer will be glad to help.
Optional Accessories
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Application
3 Application
Connecting the
microphone
The microphone provides a balanced output on a 3-pin male XLR
connector:
You can connect the microphone either to a balanced or an unbalanced
microphone input.
xTo connect the microphone to a balanced input (XLR connector),
use a commercial XLR cable.
xTo connect the microphone to an unbalanced microphone input
(1/4" jack), use a cable with a female XLR connector and a 1/4"
TS jack plug. Please note that unbalanced cables may pick up
interference from stray magnetic fields near power or lighting
cables, electric motors, etc. like an antenna. This may cause hum
or similar noise when you use a cable that is longer than 16 feet
(5 m).
Switching the microphone
on/off
Microphones with name suffix "S" have an on/off switch.
1) To switch the microphone on, slide the on/off switch toward the
front grill ("ON" position)
2) To switch the microphone off, slide the on/off switch toward the
microphone cable ("OFF" position)
To prevent unwanted bursts of noise, be sure to switch the microphone
off before connecting or disconnecting the microphone cable.
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Cleaning
4 Cleaning
xUse a soft cloth moistened with water to clean the surface of the
microphone body.
Microphone
1) Unscrew the front grill from the microphone CCW.
Internal Windscreen
2) Remove the windscreen from the grill and wash the windscreen in
soap suds.
3) Allow the windscreen to dry overnight.
4) Replace the windscreen in the front grill and screw the front grill
on the microphone CW.
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Specifications
5 Specifications
Polar pattern: cardioid
Frequency range: 20 to 16,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa
Recommended load impedance: t2,000 ohms
Max. sound pressure level: 157 dB SPL
P 2
Polar pattern: cardioid
Frequency range: 40 to 18,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa
Recommended load impedance: t2,000 ohms
Max. sound pressure level: 152 dB SPL
P 4
Polar pattern: cardioid
Frequency range: 40 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa
Recommended load impedance: t2,000 ohms
Max. sound pressure level: 144 dB SPL
P 3 S
Polar pattern: supercardioid
Frequency range: 40 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa
Recommended load impedance: t2,000 ohms
Max. sound pressure level: 144 dB SPL
P 5 / P 5 S
This product conforms to the standards listed in the Declaration of
Conformity. To order a free copy of the Declaration of Conformity, visit
http://www.akg.com or contact [e-mail].
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Troubleshooting
6 Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Channel or master fader on
mixer, or volume control on
amplifier is at zero.
Set channel or master fader
on mixer or volume control on
amplifier to desired level.
Microphone is not connected
to mixer or amplifier.
Connect microphone to mixer
or amplifier.
Cable connectors are seated
loosely.
Check cable connectors for
secure seat.
Cable is defective. Check cable and replace if
damaged.
No sound
P 3 S, P 5 S: Switch in "OFF"
position.
P 3 S, P 5 S: Set switch to
"ON" position.
Distortion
Gain control on mixer or
transmitter module not set
correctly.
Set gain control to stop
distortion.
Microphone sounds dull
Internal or external
windscreen attenuates high
frequencies when soiled.
Clean internal or external
windscreen.
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Technische Änderungen vorbehalten. Specifications subject to change without notice. Ces caractéristiques sont susceptibles de modifications. Ci
riserviamo il diritto di effettuare modifiche tecniche. Nos reservamos el derecho de introducir modificaciones técnicas. Especificações sujeitas a
mudanças sem aviso prévio.
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Live Sound
Instruments
Bass Instruments
P 2 P 4
Polar pattern cardiod Polar pattern cardiod
Frequency range 20-16,000 Hz
Frequency range 0-18,000 Hz
Max. sound pressure level 157 dB SPL Max. sound pressure level 152 dB SPL
Sensitivity 2.3 mV Sensitivity 2.4 mV
Impedance 2,000 ohms Impedance 2,000 ohms
Net/shipp. weight 400/450 g Net/shipp. weight 200/240 g
Finish stage black Finish stage black
Product dimensions 130*132**60 mm Product dimensions 110*79*44 mm
Standard accessories black carrying case Standard accessories H 440, case
Item number 3100H00150 Item number 3100H00130
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The P 2 is a rugged all metal microphone for bass instruments such as a bass drum, trombone or bass amplifier. It delivers
powerful sound with a high energy low end.
The P 4 microphone with its solid metal case will stand up to typical stage use. An integrated stand adapter makes the mounting
procedure easy and both microphones include a black carrying case.
xP 2:
xDynamic microphone designed for low-pitched instruments
xPowerful sound with enough bass range
xP 2 & 4:
xHandles highest sound pressure levels
xIntegrated stand adapter and (P 4) external bracket
xResponse tailored for neutral reproduction of instrument sounds
xRugged all-metal body withstands typical tough stage use
xHumbucking coil rejects EMC noises
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P 3 P 5/P 5 S
Polar pattern cardiod Polar pattern supercardiod
Frequency range 40-20,000 Hz Frequency range 40-20,000 Hz
Max. sound pressure level 144 dB SPL Max. sound pressure level 144 dB SPL
Sensitivity 2.5 mV Sensitivity 2.5 mV
Impedance 2,000 ohms Impedance 2,000 ohms
Net/shipp. weight 260/300 g Net/shipp. weight 200/240 g
Finish stage black Finish stage black
Product dimensions 190*51 mm Product dimensions 190*51 mm
Standard accessories stand adapter, SA 45 Standard accessories stand adapter, SA 45
Item number 3100H 0140 Item Number P 5 3100H0110
Item Number P 5 S 3100H00120
xP 3 & P 5/ P 5 S:
xRugged performance microphone designed for vocals
xRugged wire mesh cap with internal windscreen
xDie-cast metal body
xComplete with stand adapter and zipp-bag
Lead Vocals
Live Sound
Backing vocals
Instruments
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The P 3 microphones are ideal for backing vocals, guitar, wind instruments and many other applications. Metal case and
wire mesh grill for exceptional ruggedness.
The P 5/P 5 S are dynamic handheld microphones for lead vocalists. The super cardioid polar pattern guarantees for
utmost gain before feedback and makes the voice cut through the mix more easily. Its heavy duty metal body will take
some tough handling. This microphone is available with or without on/off switch.