DPA 4011 User manual

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CONTENTS
Technical Description 2
Full Specifications 10
Care of Microphones 15
Service and Repair 15
Warranty 16
CE Standard 16
USER’S MA NUAL
Cardioid Microphones
Wide Cardioid Microphones
Included in kit solutions:
Type 40 11
Type 40 12
Type 351 1
Type 4015
Type 4016

TECHNICAL DESC RIPTION
The cartridge
Directional microphones Type 4011, 4012, 4015 and 4016 use a
19mm diameter prepolarized pressure gradient condenser-micro-
phone cartridge. Type 4011 and 4012 offer a first order cardioid
pick-up pattern, the Type 4015 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
greater SPL handling before clipping occurs.
Type 4011 and 4012 are designed to have a linear on-axis response
from 40Hz to 20kHz (±2dB) measured at 30cm (see Fig. 3). Type
4015 and 4016 are designed to have a linear on-axis response from
40Hz (±2dB) to 20kHz (+3/-1dB) measured at 60cm (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 off-axis
performance during the design process (see Fig. 3 & 4).
The diaphragm is protected from dust by an acoustically transparent
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 polarization voltage.
The preamplifiers
Types 4011, 4012, 4015 and 4016 use the same high quality pres-
sure gradient capsule, but differ in their polar patterns and preampli-
fier powering systems. The 4011 and 4015 are 48V phantom pow-
ered, whereas the 4012 and 4016 are powered with 130V via the
DPA Type HMA4000 High-Voltage Microphone Amplifier.
The 4011 and 4015 are powered via a standard P48 system and are
equipped with standard 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 attenuation 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.
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The 4012 and 4016 have a modified 4-pin XLR-connector (see Fig. 7
for pin designation). The high voltage powering system enables the
microphone preamplifier to handle approximately 10dB higher
sound pressure level than similar microphone types powered
through conventional P48 systems (4012 and 4016: 168dB SPL
peak, 4011 and 4015: 158dB SPL peak).
The 4011, 4012, 4015 and 4016 together with the HMA4000 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 of the self
noise, sensitivity and the individual frequency response.
The Passive Connection Converter
The PCC4000 Passive Connection Converter is an optional accesso-
ry that makes it possible to run High-Voltage Microphones on stan-
dard 48V 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 100m of cable with the
PCC4000 with the same specifications. Like the High-Voltage
Microphones the PCC4000 is transformerless. The input connector
is a modified 4-pin female XLR for connection directly to the micro-
phone. 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 Types 4011 and 4012.
Shifts between emphasized circles indicate 10dB steps
Fig. 2. Directional characteristics of Types 4015 and 4016.
Shifts between emphasized circles indicate 5dB steps

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Fig. 3. On-and off-axis responses of Types 4011 and 4012
measured at 30cm.
Fig.4 On-and off-axis responses of Types 4015 and 4016
measured at 60cm.

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Fig. 7.
External view of the
output socket of the
Type 4012 and 4016.
Fig. 5.
External view of the
output socket of the
Type 4011 and 4015.
Fig.6
The switch on the
XLR-connector of Type
4011 and 4015 is used
to select between 0dB
and 20dB attenuation.
Switch pressed in
results in 20 dB
attenuation.

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

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Fig. 10. On-axis amplitude and phase responses of Types 4011,
4012, 4015 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,
4012, 4015 and 4016.

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Fig. 12. The effect of various cable lengths (loading capacitance)
on the frequency response of the 4011 and 4015 (based
on nominal sensitivity). For the 4012 and 4016 with the HMA4000
the curve shapes are the same, but the cable lengths are three
times greater.
Fig. 13. SPL-handling capability (before clipping occurs) of 4011 and
4015 with various cable lengths (based on nominal sensitivity).

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FULL SPECIFICATIONS:
Cartridge type:
4011 and 4012: Pre-polarized condenser Type DMM0056
4015 and 4016: Pre-polarized condenser Type DMM0058
Principle of operation:
Pressure gradient
Power supply:
4011 and 4015: Phantom P48
4012 and 4016: HMA4000 or PCC 4000 for 48V
Frequency range:
4011 and 4012: On-axis: 40Hz to 20kHz ±2dB at 30 cm
4015 and 4016: On-axis: 40Hz ±2dB to 20kHz +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°
(100Hz to 20kHz)
Directional characteristics:
4011 and 4012: First order cardioid
4015 and 4016: Wide cardioid
Sensitivity:
4011 and 4015: Nominally 10mV/Pa; -40dB re. 1V/Pa
unloaded (at 1kHz)
4012 and 4016: Nominally 9mV/Pa; -41dB re. 1V/Pa
unloaded (at 1kHz)
Equivalent noise level A-weighted:
Typ. 19dB(A) re. 20µPa (max. 20dB(A))
Equivalent noise level CCIR 468-1:
Typ. 25dB (correct with the attenuator in 0dB or -20dB
setting)
Max SPL:
4011 and 4015: 158dB SPL peak before clipping
(attenuator set to either 0dB or -20dB)
4012 and 4016: 168dB SPL peak
4012 or 4016 with PCC4000: 155dB peak
Total Harmonic Distortion:
110 dB SPL peak (<0.5% THD)
116 dB SPL peak (<1% THD)

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PREAMPLIFIER:
Frequency range:
4012 and 4016: 20Hz to 50kHz ±0.2dB, 5Hz to 150kHz -3dB
4011 and 4015: 20Hz to 40kHz -3dB (loaded with 2x10 kOhm//
10nF - equivalent to 100m cable)
Output impedance:
<220 Ohm
Cable drive capability:
4011and 4015: Up to 100m
4012 and 4016: With HMA4000: Up to 300m
4012 and 4016: With PCC4000: Up to100m
Polarity:
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)
4011 and 4015: Positively increasing sound pressure produces
positive-going voltage at pin 2. Pin 1: Ground, Pin 2: Signal +,
Pin 3: Signal return. (See Fig. 5)
Difference frequency distortion:
(DF2, DF3, Df = 70Hz) <0.5% at 110dB SPL peak
Influence of vibration:
<71dB equivalent SPL for 1m/s2in direction of greatest
sensitivity
Influence of magnetic field:
45dB equivalent SPL for 80A/m, 50Hz in direction of greatest
sensitivity
Operating temperature range:
-10 to +55°C (+14 to 131°F)
Dimensions:
Microphone length: 175mm
Microphone diameter: 19mm
Capsule diameter: 19mm
Weight:
165g

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FOR U SE WI TH MICROPHONE AMPLIFIER
HMA4000 Hi-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2 ch.
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED
Microphone Holders & Suspension Mounts
UA0961 Microphone Holder
Windscreens
UA0896 Windscreen for Ø19mm Microphone
ACCESSORIES AVAILABL E
Shock Mounts
RSM4000 Shock Mount for Windjammer
UA0897 Shock Mount
Shock Mount Rubbers
DDS0731 Rubber Mount 19mm, Medium Soft
Microphone Holders & Suspension Mounts
UA0639 Microphone Clip
Stereo Accessories
DUA0019 Spacer for Stereo Boom, 19mm
UA0836 Stereo Boom with Holders
UA0837 Stereo Boom excluding Holders
Floor & Table Stands
MB4000 Magnet Base
TB4000 Table Base
Connection Adapters
HTP4000 Converter: 130V to P48
PCC4000 Passive Connection Converter: P48 to 130V
Cables
AO0182 P48 Microphone Cable, 5m
DAO0130 130V Microphone Cable, 5m (Type HMA4000)
DAO0131 130V Microphone Cable, 10m (Type HMA4000)
Windscreens
DUA0090 Pop-filter

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3511: CARDIOID STERE O 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 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 hammers 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
2 x 4011 Cardioid Microphones, P48 (matched)
2 x UA0897 Shock Mount
UA0836 Stereo Boom with Holders
DUA 0019 Spacer for Stereo Boom, 19mm (0,75in)
DUA0075 XY Windscreen for 4011
2 x UA0896 Windscreen for for Ø 19mm (0,75in )

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3511

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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 any significant change in the specifications with time
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 the day the item for
service is received and accepted to the day we are ready to return
it to you. Please contact DPA Microphones for your nearest repre-
sentative on
Tel: [phone]
Fax:[phone]
You can also get in touch with DPA Microphones via the internet
using e-mail [email protected]
Visit our website at www.dpamicrophones.com

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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 STANDARD
The CE-mark guarantees all products conform to 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