DPA 4011-TL User manual

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CONTENTS
Technical Description 2
Specifications 9
3511: Cardioid Stereo Kit, P48. 12
Care of Microphones 14
Service and Repair 14
Warranty 1 5
CE-Marking 15
Environmental Policy 16
USER’S MANUAL
Cardioid Microphones
Wide Cardioid Microphones
Included in kit solutions:
Type 4011-TL
Type 4012
Type 3511
Type 4015-TL
Type 4016

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
The cartridge
Directional microphones Type 4011-TL, 4012, 4015-TL and 4016 use
a19 mm diameter prepolarised pressure gradient condenser-micro-
phone cartridge. Type 4011-TL and 4012 offer a first order cardioid
pick-up pattern, the Type 4015-TL and 4016 offer a wide cardioid pat-
tern (see Fig. 1 & 2). The diaphragm is highly resistant to the most
aggressive kinds of humidity. The large spacing between the
diaphragm and the back plate in this cartridge makes the micro-
phone highly insensitive to temperature influence and allows the cap-
sule to handle greater sound pressure levels.
Type 4011-TL and 4012 are designed to have a linear on-axis response
from 40 Hz to 20 kHz (± 2dB) measured at 30 cm (see Fig. 3). Type
4015-TL and 4016 are designed to have a linear on-axis response from
40 Hz (±2 dB) to 20 kHz (+3/-1dB) measured at 60 cm (see Fig. 4) and
are furthermore intentionally calibrated with a slight high-frequency
soft boost.
Great attention has also been paid to the microphone’s natural
sounding off-axis performance during the design process (see Fig. 3
&4). The diaphragm is protected from dust byan acoustically trans-
parent net behind the front protection grid and inside the back port
of the cartridge. For optimum stability the microphone cartridge has
undergone a special pre-aging process, which stabilizes all tensions in
the materials as well as the polarisation voltage.
The preamplifiers
The 4011-TL and 4015-TL are 48 V phantom powered, whereas the
4012 and 4016 are powered with 130 V via the DPA Type HMA5000
high-voltage Microphone Amplifier. The 4011-TL and 4015-TL are
transformerless and impedance balanced and haveastandard 3-pin
XLR-connector (see Fig. 5 for pin designation). They feature a 20 dB
attenuator push-switch built into the connector (see Fig. 6). When
the button is pushed in, the output is attenuated 20 dB. The attenu-
ation allows the microphones to be used for close-miking high SPL
sound sources without overloading the console input amplifier from
the output of the microphone. The 4012 and 4016 have a modified 4-
pin XLR-connector (see Fig. 7 for pin designation).
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The high-voltage powering system enables the microphone preamplifier
to handle approximately 10 dB higher sound pressure level than similar
microphone types powered through conventional P48 systems (4012
and 4016: 168 dB SPL peak, 4011-TL and 4015-TL: 158 dB SPL peak).
The 4011-TL, 4012, 4015-TL and 4016 together with the HMA5000
are transformerless. All 4 microphones use state-of-the-art low-
noise preamplifier technology and are driven with unity gain.
All microphones come with an individual calibration chart stating the
self-noise, sensitivity and the individual frequency response.
The Passive Connection Converter
The PCC4000 Passive Connection Converter is an optional accessory
that makes it possible to run high-voltage microphones on standard
48 V phantom power with reduced microphone specifications. The
maximum reduction of the microphone SPL handling capability will be
13dB and it is possible to drive up to 100 m of cable with the
PCC4000 with the same specifications. Like the high-voltage micro-
phones the PCC4000 is transformerless. The input connector is a
modified 4-pin female XLR for connection directly to the microphone.
The output is a standard 3-pin male XLR-connector for connection
to standard cables.
Important: The microphone will only operate within its
specifications if powered correctly.
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Fig. 1.Directional characteristics of 4011-TL and 4012 (normalised).
Shifts between emphasized circles indicate 10 dB steps.
Fig. 2. Directional characteristics of 4015-TL and 4016 (normalised).
Shifts between emphasized circles indicate 5 dB steps.
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Fig. 3. On-and off-axis responses of 4011-TL and 4012
measured at 30 cm.
Fig.4 On-and off-axis responses of 4015-TL and 4016
measured at 60 cm.

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Fig. 7.
External view of the
output socket of the
4012 and 4016.
Fig. 5.
External view of the
output socket of the
4011-TL and 4015 -TL.
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The switch on the
XLR-connector of
4011-TL and 4015-TL is
used to select
between 0 dB and 20
dB attenuation. Switch
pressed in results in 20
dB attenuation.

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Fig. 8. The proximity effect exhibited by the 4011-TL and the 4012.
Fig. 9. The proximity effect exhibited by the 4015-TL and the 4016.

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Fig. 10. Phase response of Types 4011-TL,
4012, 4015-TL and 4016 plotted using a linear frequency axis for
evaluation of the phase response.
Fig. 11. Typical third-octave inherent-noise spectrum of Types 4011-TL,
4012, 4015-TL and 4016.

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SPECIFICATIONS:
Cartridge type:
4011-TL and 4012: Pre-polarised condenser Type DMM0056
4015 and 4016: Pre-polarised condenser Type DMM0058
Principle of operation:
Pressure gradient
Power supply:
4011-TL and 4015-TL: Phantom P48
4012 and 4016: HMA5000 or PCC 4000 for 48 V
Frequency range:
4011-TL and 4012: On-axis: 40 Hz to 20 kHz (±2dB) at 30 cm
4015-TL and 4016: On-axis: 40 Hz ±2 dB to 20 kHz (+3/-1dB) at
60 cm with a max. 3 dB soft boost at 10 – 15 kHz
Phase response:
Phase matching between any two microphones: ±15°
Directional characteristics:
4011-TL and 4012: First order cardioid
4015-TL and 4016: Wide cardioid
Sensitivity:
4011-TL and 4015-TL: Nominally 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
4012and 4016: Nominally 9 mV/Pa; -41 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level A-weighted:
Typ. 19 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB(A))
Equivalent noise level ITU-R BS.468-4:
Typ. 25 dB
Max SPL:
4011-TL and 4015-TL: 158 dB SPL peak before clipping
(attenuator set to either 0 dB or -20 dB)
4012 and 4016: 168 dB SPL peak
4012 or 4016 with PCC4000: 155 dB peak
S/N ratio re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL):
75 dB(A)
Total Harmonic Distortion:
<0,5% up to 110 dB SPL peak
<1% up to 116 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range:
Typ. 97 dB
Switchable attenuator:
0dB, - 20 dB

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Preamplifier frequency range:
4012 and 4016: 20 Hz to 50 kHz ±0.2 dB, 5 Hz to 150 kHz -3 dB
4011-TL and 4015-TL: 20 Hz to 40 kHz -3 dB (loaded with 2x10 kOhm//
10 nF - equivalent to 100 m cable)
Preamplifier output impedance:
<200 Ohm
Cable drive capability:
4011-TL and 4015-TL: Up to 100 m (328 ft)
4012 and 4016: With HMA5000: Up to 300 m (984 ft)
4012 and 4016: With PCC4000: Up to 100 m (328 ft)
Polarity:
4011-TL and 4015-TL: Positively increasing sound pressure
produces positive-going voltage at pin 2. Pin 1: Ground, Pin 2:
Signal +, Pin 3: Signal. (See Fig. 5)
4012 and 4016: Positively increasing sound pressure produces
positive-going voltage at pin 4. Pin 1: Ground, Pin 2: Not used,
Pin 3: 130 V DC preamplifier supply,Pin 4: Signal. (See Fig. 7)
Difference frequency distortion:
(DF2, DF3, Df = 70 Hz) <0.5 % at 110dB SPL peak
Influence of vibration:
<71dB equivalent SPL for 1 m/s2in direction of greatest
sensitivity
Influence of magnetic field:
45 dB equivalent SPL for 80 A/m, 50 Hz in direction of greatest
sensitivity
Operating temperature range:
-10 to +55°C (+14 to 131°F)
Dimensions:
Microphone length: 175 mm (6.89 in)
Microphone diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
Capsule diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
Weight:
165 g (5.82 oz)
Connector:
4011-TL and 4015-TL: 3-pin XLR-M (Standard P48)
4012 and 4016: 4-pin modified XLR-M (high-voltage)

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FOR USE WITH MICROPHONE AMPLIFIER
HMA5000 High-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2 ch.
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED
Microphone Holders & Suspension Mounts
UA0961 Microphone Holder
Windscreens
UA0896 Windscreen for 4011-TL/4012/4015-TL/4016
ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE
Shock Mounts
UA0897 Shock Mount
Shock Mount Rubbers
DDS0731 Rubber Mount 19 mm, Medium Soft
Microphone Holders & Suspension Mounts
UA0639 Microphone Clip
Stereo Accessories
DUA0019 Spacer for Stereo Boom, 19 mm
UA0836 Stereo Boom withHolders
UA0837 Stereo Boom excluding Holders
Floor & Table Stands
MB4000 Magnet Base
TB4000 Table Base
Connection Adapters
HTP4000 Converter: 130 V to P48
PCC4000 Passive Connection Converter: P48 to 130 V
Cables
DAO0130 130 V Microphone Cable, 5 m (Type HMA5000)
DAO0131 130 V Microphone Cable, 10 m (Type HMA5000)
Windscreens
DUA0090 Pop-filter
WINDPAC-M Microphone Windshield and Shock Mount

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3511: CARDIOID STEREO KIT, P48
Audio professional´s choice of versatile high quality condensers
The 3511 is a complete stereo kit for a broad range of recording appli-
cations using two carefully matched 4011-TL Cardioid Microphones.
These cardioids are exceptionally linear in their frequency response -
also off axis, giving you the natural experience. Several standard set-
ups such as ORTF or XY are possible. This kit handles high SPL and will
therefore allow close placement as well as more distant. Often used
for piano recordings of jazz or pop with a placement closer to the ham-
mers or as overheads.
The kit includes 2 Shock Mounts, a precision-crafted Stereo Boom
for secure mounting of microphone pairs for A-B stereo recordings
and a spacer to allow XY or ORTF stereo set-ups on the boom.
3511 KIT INCLUDES
2x4011-TL Cardioid Microphones, P48 (matched)
2xUA0897 Shock Mount
UA0836 Stereo Boom with Holders
DUA 0019 Spacer for Stereo Boom, 19 mm (0.75 in)
2xUA0896 Windscreen for 4011-TL/4012/4015-TL/4016
DPA Matched Pair
Amatched pair from DPA Microphones guarantees and substantiates,
that the two microphones are identical within ± 1 dB on both frequen-
cy response (40 Hz – 20 kHz), self-noise and sensitivity.The phase
reponses are within 10°.

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3511
Popfilter with 4015-TL

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CARE OF MICROPHONE
It is important to bear in mind the following points with regards to
mounting, microphone care and the use of accessories:
•The microphone cartridge is tightly secured to the main body
housing, and no attempt should be made to remove it. If a
replacement cartridge is required, contact your local DPA
Microphones representative.
•Use of windscreen is recommended when microphones are
used in dirty or dusty environments.
•When not in use, the microphone should be disconnected and
kept in the case supplied.
SERVICE & REPAIR
Products from DPA Microphones are extremely stable, and there
should not be anysignificant changein the specifications withtime
and use. If, however, you are not totally satisfied with the charac-
teristics exhibited by these products, contact your nearest DPA
Microphones representative for further details of service and the
repair facilities that are available. DPA Microphones has a maximum
seven working days in-house service policy, usually ensuring that no
more than seven working days will elapse from we receive the item
for service to the day we are ready to return it to you.

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EN NV VI IR RO ON NM ME EN NT TA AL LP PO OL LI IC CY Y
DPA Microphones A/S wishes to be known as a ”green” company. It
is our company objective that DPA products are produced in accor-
dance with the best ecological practices in order to preserve the
environment we are all a part of. Consequently, it is our aim to coop-
erate with both national and international legislative bodies in order
to fulfil the requirements and recommendations set forth in envi-
ronmental standards and directives.
This means that through our conduct and in our design of new
products, we shall pursue solutions that bear minimal impact on the
ecology and are coherent with the latest legislation requirements
(at present directive 9002/95/EC) at the time a new product is
introduced to the market. These requirements are valid for DPA as
well as for our suppliers.
With respect to waste disposal, we comply in full with the WEEE
directive (9002/96/EC) and are prepared to comply to any amend-
ments and succeeding requirements in connection hereto. Thus,
starting from 1 January 2006, all DPA products that require a
return for upgrading and/or reuse will be provided a ”waste” label.
This means that the product at the end of its usable life may be
returned to the local DPA representative who is prepared to return
the product to DPA for disposal under the national legislation pro-
gram. Furthermore, DPA warrants that any DPA product bought
after 1 January 2000 will be covered under the same program in
order to ensure our end users adequate means to dispose of obso-
lete DPA products.
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WARRANTY
All products from DPA Microphones are covered by a two-year
limited warranty on both mechanical functionality and documented
specifications as long as the items are not mistreated, abused or
modified in any way. In case of a warranty claim your invoice is your
warranty registration.
CE-MARKING
The CE-mark guarantees all products conform with relevant
standards approved by the European Community. The products
described in this User’s Manual comply with current relevant
standards when used with cables from DPA Microphones. EMC
Directive: 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC
Low Voltage Directive: 73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC
© 2005, DPA Microphones A/S - Product features and specifica-
tions are subject to change without notice.© 2005, DPA
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