Audio Technica ES945O User manual

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Safety precautions
Cautions for the product
Notes on use
About splash-proof performance
Using the product
Included accessories
How to mount the product
Table/ceiling hole size (when using isolators)
Table/ceiling hole size (when not using isolators)
Example: Mounting on a table
Connection procedure
Dimensions
Specifications
Polar pattern/Frequency response
Polar pattern
Frequency response
User Manual
ES945O/XLR
ES945WO/XLR
Omnidirectional Condenser Boundary Microphone

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Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure
safety, observe all warnings and cautions while using the product.
Cautions for the product
• Do not subject the product to strong impact to avoid malfunction.
• Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair the product.
• Do not handle the product with wet hands to avoid electric shock or injury.
• Do not store the product under direct sunlight, near heating devices or in a hot, humid or dusty place.
Safety precautions

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• Do not swing or pull with the cable connected to the microphone to prevent the microphone from becoming
disconnected or damaged.
• Do not wind the cable around the rack or allow the cable to become pinched.
• The microphone should be placed on a flat, unobstructed mounting surface.
• Placing any object on a surface (such as a conference table) before its finish is fully cured may result in damage
to the finish.
Notes on use

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• The splash-proof specification of this product applies only to the head of the microphone.
• Although the product has splash-proof capabilities equivalent to IPX4, the screw part and the connector part of
the product are not splash-proof.
• If the product is not installed properly, the splash-proof effect will not function properly. Firmly attach the product
to the ceiling/table using the included rubber isolators.
• The splash-proof performance is designed to protect the product if it gets wet from rain, etc. (equivalent to IPX4).
JIS/IEC protection grade IPX4 means that the product is protected against exposure to flying water from all
directions.
• The product cannot be used underwater.
• The product cannot be used in hot and humid places, such as bathrooms.
• The product is not waterproof. Putting a large amount of water on the product or submerging the product in
water may cause damage.
• The product may not function properly if it becomes wet. Wipe the surface of the product with a dry cloth to
remove any moisture, and allow the product to dry thoroughly before use.
About splash-proof performance

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Using the product
Included accessories
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1Rubber isolators
2Nut

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Using the product
How to mount the product
Table/ceiling hole size (when using isolators)
φ23.5
(Unit: mm)
Table/ceiling hole size (when not using isolators)
φ20.5
(Unit: mm)
Example: Mounting on a table
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2
1
Rubber isolators
2
Nut
3
Table

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Using the product
Connection procedure
The output connector is an XLR-M type with polarity as shown in the figure below.
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3
1
PIN1 (ground)
2PIN2 (hot)
3PIN3 (cold)

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Dimensions
69
60.8
(Unit: mm)
φ28
M20P=1

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Element Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar pattern Omnidirectional
Frequency response 60 to 15,000 Hz
Open circuit sensitivity -33 dB (0 dB = 1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
Impedance 100 ohms
Maximum input sound level 130 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD)
Dynamic range 109 dB (1 kHz at Max SPL)
Signal-to-noise ratio 73 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa, A-weighted)
Phantom power requirements 11-52 V DC, 2 mA
Weight 62 g (2.2 oz)
Dimensions 69 mm (2.72”) long, 28 mm (1.10”) head diameter
Output connector Integral 3-pin XLR-M type
Included accessories Rubber isolator × 2, Nut
• 1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm2= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
• For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.
Specifications

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Polar pattern
200 Hz
1 kHz
5 kHz
8 kHz
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS
PER DIVISION
LEGEND
240˚
180˚
210˚
270˚
300˚
330˚
0˚
150˚
120˚
90˚
30˚
60˚
Frequency response
20
100
50 200 10k 5k
1k
500 2k 20k
0°, 50 cm
LEGEND
Frequency in Hertz
Response in dB
60 - 15,000 Hz
10 dB
Polar pattern/Frequency response