auray RF-C12 User manual

1RF-C12 Owner’s Manual
Professional Desktop
Isolation Filter
RF-C12
Owner’s Manual

2RF-C12Owner’s Manual
Precautions !
Thank you for choosing Auray.
The Auray RF-C12 Professional Desktop Isolation Filter provides
music producers, broadcasters, and podcasters with a desktop
solution for advanced microphone isolation. It’s designed with
multilayered acoustic treatment that absorbs unwanted ambient
noise and controls acoustic reflections. When recording vocals,
voiceovers, or podcasts in acoustically untreated rooms, the RF-C12
helps create clean and dry recordings.
The filter employs a layer of acoustic composite fiber to absorb
unwanted noise. A vented molded-polymer shield oers natural
and open-sounding recordings while preventing bounce-back
reflections. The RF-C12 sets up with the included desktop stand
to isolate and minimize vibrations, whether it’s in a standard or
inverted configuration.
• Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this equip-
ment—doing so will void the warranty, and Auray
will not be responsible for any damage.
• Handle the unit with care.
• Make sure everything is secure before proceeding.
• Make sure the item is intact and that there are no
missing parts.
• To avoid damage to your reflection filter, be careful
not to overtighten or improperly thread any of the
threaded fittings.
• All images are for illustrative purposes only.

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Isolation filter
Threaded sockets 1
5/8 in. to 3/8 in.
adapters (2) 2
Telescoping shaft
Threaded mount 3
Locking wheel 4
Twist lock 5
Stand mount 6
Stand
Isolation feet 7
Threaded shaft socket 8
Sliding mic assembly
Extender endcap 9
Depth locking wheel 10
Twist lock 11
Extender 12
Locking wheel 13
5/8 in. mic mount 14
Overview
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Setting up the RF-C12
1. Screw the telescoping shaft into
the threaded mount of the stand
until tight. 1
2. Seat the sliding assembly over the
threaded mount, and use one of the
5/8-inch adapters to secure it. 2
3. Remove the extender endcap. 3
2. Then loosen the assembly’s
twist lock, and slide the extender
through the twist lock. 3
4. Tighten the lock, and replace the
endcap. 3
5. Attach the isolation filter to the
3/8-inch threaded mount on the
adapter. You may need to loosen
the locking wheel and the adapter
to achieve a front-facing filter
orientation. 4
Instructions
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Attaching a Microphone
1. If you’re using a handheld-style,
attach a mic clip (not included) to
the 5/8-inch mic mount.
If you’re using a large-diaphragm
microphone with a shock-mount,
attach the shock mount to the
5/8-inch mic mount, and tighten
until secure. 5
2. Use the wheel lock to further secure the shock mount. You
may need to loosen the locking wheel so you can position
the shock mount and microphone facing toward you.
Adjusting Filter and Mic Position
Filter Height
1. Support the setup with one hand
under the filter.
2. Rotate the telescoping shaft’s
twist-lock counterclockwise to
loosen. 6
3. Set the height, and tighten the
twist-lock clockwise until secure.
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Microphone Height
1. Support the mic with one hand,
and rotate the extender’s twist
lock counterclockwise to
loosen. 7
2. Adjust the mic height, and tighten
the twist-lock until secure.
Microphone Depth
1. Support the mic assembly with
one hand, and rotate the depth
locking wheel clockwise to
loosen. 8
2. Slide the assembly to the desired
depth. The farther away from the
filter, the more room ambience
you will record.
3. Rotate the depth locking wheel
counterclockwise until secure.
Inverted Microphone Setup
1. If the isolation filter is fully
assembled, remove the
microphone and its clip or shock
mount.
2. Remove the filter, 5/8-inch
adapter, and sliding mic
assembly.
3. Attach one 5/8-inch adapter to
the end of the telescoping shaft,
and reconnect the filter. 9
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Material: Composite fiber
Molded polymer
Isolation Filter Dimensions (H × W × D): 9.1 × 12.2 × 3 in.
(23 × 31 × 7.6 cm)
Stand Base Dimensions (W × D): 9 × 8.7 in. (22.7 × 22 cm)
Stand Base Height Range: 7.25 to 9.1 in. (18.4 to 23 cm)
Weight: 3.6 lb. (1.6 kg)
Specifications
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4. Invert the sliding assembly, and
place the mount over the filter’s
top threaded mount.
5. Use the other 5/8-inch adapter to
secure the assembly. 10
6. Attach the clip or shock mount for
your microphone.

This Auray product is warranted to the original purchaser to be
free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal
consumer use for a period of three (3) years from the original
purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever
occurs later. The warranty provider’s responsibility with respect
to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or
replacement, at the provider’s discretion, of any product that fails
during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its
intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall
be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been
discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace
it with a model of equivalent quality and function.
This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse,
neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or
maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY
PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with
specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that
vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Auray Customer Service
Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”)
number, and return the defective product to Auray along with the
RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective
product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.
For more information or to arrange service, visit www.aurayaudio.com
or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group.
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