Audio Technica ES933PMH Owner's manual

DESCRIPTION
The ES933PMH is a wide-range
miniature condenser microphone with
a hypercardioid polar pattern. It is
designed for quality sound reinforce-
ment, professional recording, television
and other demanding sound pickup
applications. The ES933PMH is
furnished with a vinyl-coated steel
hanger that allows it to be adjusted for
correct positioning. An included snap-
on foam windscreen effectively
reduces noise from wind or ventilation
air currents.
The ES933PMH is equipped with
UniGuard®RFI-shielding technology,
which offers outstanding rejection of
radio frequency interference (RFI). The
microphone is RoHS compliant – free
from all substances specified in the EU
directive on hazardous substances.
The microphone's hypercardioid polar
pattern provides a 100° angle of
acceptance. Additional interchangable elements with omnidirec-
tional (360°), cardioid (120°) and MicroLine®(90°) pickup patterns
are available.
The microphone features a 50' (15.2 m) permanently attached
miniature cable. Its free end connects to the provided AT8534
wall/ceiling plate power module via TA3F-type connector. The
power module features a white-finished standard electrical cover
plate for easy, secure installation. The microphone can be powered
from any external 11V to 52V DC phantom power supply. Switches
in the power module permit a +10 dB gain setting for extra sensitive
pickup as well as a choice of flat response or low-frequency roll-off
(via integral 80 Hz high-pass UniSteep®filter) to help control
undesired ambient noise.
The microphone is enclosed in a rugged housing with a low-
reflectance black finish. It is also available with white housing,
cable and hanger as the ES933PMWH.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
The combination of small size and excellent response makes the
ES933PMH ideal for suspension over choirs, instrumental groups
or theater stages. A uniform 100° angle of acceptance provides
well-balanced audio pickup. The microphone should be located
forward of the front-most source, above the rear-most source, and
“aimed” between them (Fig. 1). Increasing the height of the mic
above the sources will tend to equalize sound levels between
them, but may also increase pickup of background or reverberant
sound. Whenever possible, the distance from the mic to the rear-
most source should be no more than twice the distance to the front
source, to maintain front-to-rear balance (Fig. 1).
Width of pickup is approximately 2.5 times the distance to the
closest performer. If additional mics are needed for wide sources,
they should be positioned apart laterally at least 2.5 times the
distance to the front source, to avoid phase cancellation (Fig. 2).
To orient the microphone in the proper direction, twist the housing
slightly in its wire holder (clockwise rotation moves the microphone
to the right; counterclockwise rotation moves it to the left).
The provided foam windscreen simply snaps over the head of the
microphone, effectively reducing noise from wind or ventilation air
currents.
An integral 80 Hz high-pass UniSteep®filter provides easy
switching from a flat frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The
roll-off position reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise
(such as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation and
mechanically coupled vibrations. To engage the UniSteep®filter,
slide the switch toward the “bent” line.
A 10 dB gain switch is provided for situations that demand extra
sensitive pickup. The +10 position increases the microphone's
overall output by 10 dB. To engage the 10 dB gain, slide the switch
toward the +10 position.
ES933PMH HYPERCARDIOID CONDENSER
HANGING MICROPHONE
The AT8534 wall/ceiling plate power module is designed to be
mounted in a standard metal U.S. single-gang electrical box. For
safety and best performance, use the electrical box only for the
AT8534; do not include any AC power conductors. (Also route the
mic cable as far away from AC power cables as possible.)
Screw-terminal output connections of the AT8534 are the same as
those of an XLR-type plug: shield to Terminal 1, balanced signal
and phantom power to Terminals 2 and 3. Output is phased so that
positive acoustic pressure produces positive voltage at Terminal 2,
in accordance with industry convention. Do not connect the output
cable shield to the box. Double-check to make certain that all
input and output leads have no bare wires or loose strands that
could touch each other, the circuit board or the electrical box.
Then attach the power module plate to the electrical box.
Connect the TA3F-type connector from the microphone's cable to
the TA3M-type connector in the power module plate.
NOTE: Audio-Technica has developed a special RFI-shielding
mechanism that is an integral part of the connectors in the
Engineered Sound line. If you remove or incorrectly replace the
connector, you may adversely affect the unit's RFI immunity.
Audio-Technica offers a crimp tool (ATCT) and RFI shields for
TA3F-type, TA5F-type and XLRM-type connectors that enable you
to shorten the cable and correctly reinstall the connector while
maintaining the highest level of RFI immunity.
If you need to shorten the cable between the microphone and
power module, it can be done two ways:
a.If RF integrity must be maintained, the TA3F-type connector can
be removed from the cable end, the cable shortened and the
connector replaced using Audio-Technica's available crimp tool
and RFI shield for TA3F-type connector to maintain original RFI
shielding. (See note above.)
b.If RFI immunity is not required, the TA3M-type connector on the
plate can be removed and discarded (save the back nut and
washer). Assemble the included plastic ferrule into the hole left
from the TA3M-type connector, using the washer and nut from
the connector to secure the ferrule. Cut the cable to the desired
length plus a few inches. Thread the cable through the ferrule
and tie a knot in the cable behind the ferrule to secure it.
Carefully strip the ends of the cable and connect the wires to
the terminals formerly occupied by the TA3M-type connector.
Maintain color coding (Shield - S, Yellow - Y, Red - R) and
connect the microphone wires to the appropriate terminal
screws. (Fig. 3) NOTE: The cable has two red wires and two
yellow wires. Twist the two red wires together and the two yellow
wires together. (Fig. 4)
(Continued on back)
LESS THAN 2 TIMES “X”
DISTANCE “X”
100°
ANGLE OF
ACCEPTANCE
Figure 1
MIC A
2.5 TIMES
DISTANCE “X”
MIC B
10 0 °10 0°
Figure 2
Shield strands,
fully twisted
Yellow-Yellow
Red-Red
1/8" strip reds
and yellows
1/2"
1"
v+
SIG
GND
3
2
1
Terminal screws
RED/ RED
YEL / YEL
SHIELD
INPUT
AUDIO -
AUDIO +
SHIELD
OUTPUT
Figure 3 Figure 4

Frequency in Hertz
LEGEND 12" or more on axis
Frequency Response
Response in dB
Roll-off
8 kHz
Polar Pattern
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
LEGEND
200 Hz
1 kHz
5 kHz
ES933PMH SPECIFICATIONS†
ELEMENT Fixed-charge back plate
permanently polarized condenser
POLAR PATTERN Hypercardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 80-20,000 Hz
LOW-FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –40 dB (10.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*
IMPEDANCE 200 ohms
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL 128 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) 102 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO168 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*
PHANTOM POWER 11-52V DC, 4 mA typical
REQUIREMENTS
SWITCHES Flat, roll-off;
0 dB, +10 dB gain setting
WEIGHT
MICROPHONE 5.5 g (0.2 oz)
POWER MODULE 97 g (3.4 oz)
DIMENSIONS
MICROPHONE 27.5 mm (1.08") long,
8.4 mm (0.33") head diameter
POWER MODULE 71.0 mm (2.80") W x
115.5 mm (4.55") H x
36.0 mm (1.42") D
OUTPUT CONNECTOR Screw terminals
(power module)
CABLE 15.2 M (50') long (permanently
attached to microphone), 3.2 mm
(0.13") diameter, 2-conductor
shielded cable, terminated with
TA3F-type connector
OPTIONAL INTERCHANGEABLE ESE-O omnidirectional (360°);
ELEMENTS ESE-C cardioid (120°);
ESE-ML MicroLine®(90°)
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED
ES933PMH AT8109 two-stage foam
windscreen; AT8452 steel hanger
ES933PMWH AT8109(WH) two-stage foam
windscreen; AT8452(WH) steel
hanger
Both AT8534 power module
†In the interest of standards development, A.T.U.S. offers full details on its test
methods to other industry professionals on request.
*1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm2= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
1Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224
Audio-Technica Limited, Old Lane, Leeds LS11 8AG England
www.audio-technica.com
P51929 ©2007 Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. Printed in U.S.A.
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12.3 mm
0.33"
8.4 mm
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While a modern condenser microphone is not unduly sensitive to
the environment, temperature extremes can be harmful.
Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where
temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for long periods of time.
Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.
ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS SPECIFICATIONS
The microphone shall be a fixed-charge condenser designed for
suspended installation in permanent applications. It shall have a
frequency response of 80 Hz to 20,000 Hz and a hypercardioid
polar pattern with uniform 100° angle of acceptance. It shall be
capable of accepting optional interchangeable elements for
additional polar patterns. It shall be capable of handling sound
input levels up to 128 dB with a dynamic range of 102 dB. Nominal
open-circuit output voltage shall be 10.0 mV at 1 kHz, 1 Pascal.
Output shall be low impedance balanced (200 ohms).
The microphone shall operate from an external 11V to 52V DC
phantom power source. It shall offer outstanding rejection of radio
frequency interference (RFI). The microphone shall be RoHS compliant.
The microphone shall have a permanently attached 50' (15.2 m)
miniature low-noise cable. Its free end shall connect to a provided
plate power module via a TA3F-type connector. An optional crimping
tool and crimp sleeves shall allow for shortening of the cable
without loss of RFI immunity.
The plate power module shall be designed to mount over a standard
single gang metal electrical box for ceiling or wall mounting. The
power module shall be provided with a switch for low-frequency
roll-off. The low-frequency roll-off shall be a tailored roll-off at 80
Hz to minimize pickup of unwanted mechanical noise. In addition,
the power module shall incorporate a switchable +10 dB gain
setting. The power module face plate shall be semi-gloss white
and mounting screws shall be included.
Output connections on the power module shall be screw terminals.
For suspended installations, the microphone shall be provided
with an adjustable steel wire hanger. The steel wire hanger shall
attach to the microphone body and allow for the positioning of
the microphone without the need for tools. Microphones using
goosenecks or other methods for positioning shall be
unacceptable. A snap-on foam windscreen shall be provided.
The microphone shall be 1.08" (27.5 mm) long with a head diameter
of 0.33" (8.4 mm). The microphone weight shall be 0.2 oz
(5.5 grams) without cable. The microphone case, cable and steel
hanger shall be finished in black [white].
The Audio-Technica ES933PMH [ES933PMWH] is specified.