Electro-Voice RE16 User manual

SPECIFICATIONS
Element:
Dynamtc
Frequency Response:
80-l 5,000 Hz
Polar Pattern:
Super-cardioid
Impedance:
Lo-Z (150 ohms nominal)
Output Level:
-56
dB
(0 dB = 1 mW/lO dyneslcmz)
EIA Sensitivity Rating:
-150
dB
Hum Pickup Level:
- 125 dBm (re: ,001 gauss field)
Diaphragm:
Electra-Voice
Acoustalloy
Case Material:
Steel
Dimensions:
187.3 mm (7.38 tn.) long
45.2 mm (1.78 in.) dtameter
19.1 mm (0.75 in.) shank diameter
Finish:
Fawn beige micomatte
Net Weight:
227 g (8 oz), not including cable
Cable:
4.6 m (15 ft), two-conductor, shielded,
broadcast-type cable, rubber-jacketed with
Switchcraft
A3F connector
Accessories Furnished:
Model 310A stand adapter
Zippered vtnyl pouch
Optional Accessories:
307 suspension shock mount
312A stand adapter
313A shock mount
340 security clamp
381 swdch/connector assembly
400, 422 or 423A desk stand
DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATIONS
The Electro-Voice Model RE16
IS a
Variable-D dynamic supercardioid
microphone
designed for the most exacting professional
use. It IS like the RE15, except that it uses a
unique blast filter. The blast filter, an integral
part of the RE16, permits hand-held and out-
door use without “P-popping” or excessive
wtnd noise. Utilizing the Variable-D design
the
RE16 features a directional characteristic
independent of frequency. The result IS a
microphone that generates little off-axts
coloration while providing the greatest rejec-
tion of unwanted sounds. A
super-cardiold,
the RE16 provides its greatest rejection at
150°
off axis. (Typical cardioids provide
greatest rejection in the horizontal plane
when the microphone is tilted In its most
natural position
-30° from horizontal (as on
a boom or floor stand). An easily operated
“bass-tilt”
switch corrects spectrum balance
for boom use and other longer reach
situations.
A “hum-buck” coil and screw-machined
steel outer casing provide 25
dB of hum
rejection. Hum pickup level is
- 125 dBm
(re: ,001 gauss field).
Using the mechanical nesting concept of
design, by means of which the internal
transducer parts are nested one within
another, the RE16 transducer IS a nearly
solrd mechanrcal structure that IS hrghly
resistant to damage from mechanlcall Shock.
The Memraflex
grille screen ressts
deformation The exclusive non-metallic
Electro-Voice
Acoustalloy diaphragm IS
vtrtually unaffected by extremes of
atmospheric conditions. A carefully deslgned
steel outer case provides addItIonal
mechanical protectjon Finish IS non-
reflecting fawnbeigemicomatte.
ARCHITECTS’ AND ENGINEERS’
SPECIFICATIONS
The mlcrophone shall be a Variable-D(TM)
super-cardioid dynamic type with integral
blast
falter and with wide range response
untform from 80.15,000 Hz. Proximity effect
shall be
10 dB less at 100 Hz than with
comparable Single-D designs. Response at
any angular position away from the major
axis shall be essentially similar to the
response on the major axis, attenuated
uniformly
at all frequencies by an amount
appropriate to that angular position. Attenua-
tion at frequencies from 100 to 4,000 Hz
(referred to major
axis signal value) shall
exceed 25
dB at 150 deg. from major axis In
any plane. Attenutlon above 4,000 Hz shall
exceed 20
dB. Attenuation at 180° from
major axis at frequencies from 100 to
4,000 Hz shall exceed 15 dB. Attenuation
above 4,000 Hz shall exceed 12
dB Polar
characteristics shall be suffrcrently uniform in
all planes so that rt IS , effectively, a super-
cardiold of revolution.
A hum-buck coil shall be
provided in senes
with the microphone element. Hum pickup
level shall be - 125 dBm (re: ,001 gauss
field). The hum-buck coil shall decrease hum
prckup
by at least 25 dB.

|
, ROLL-OFF
FIGURE 1 - Frequency Response
FLAT
FIGURE 2 - Dimensions
MARKED HEAD TERMINAL
GREEN HUM BUCK COIL
1co-
POSITIVE PRESSURE ON GENERATING ELEMENT
CAUSES POSITIVE VOLTAGE ON RED CABLE LEAD
SCALE IS 5 DEClBELS PER Dl”lSlON
FIGURE 3 - Polar Response FIGURE 4 - Wiring Diagram
An Integral passive filter network shall be
provided such that when filter switch IS In
“on” posrtlon, low-frequency response shall
be so
deviated from “flat” response that a
fall of 6
dB from 1,000 to 100 Hz shall be
effected.
With switch In “off” posItIon,
microphone shall be essentially “flat” from
100 to 1.500 Hz.
wtth a 6 dB nse in
response from 50 to 100 Hz, and a 2 dB
rise occurring at 2,000 Hz extending to
12,000 Hz. Output level shall be -56
dB
(0 dB= 1 mW/lO dynes/cm*), and EIA
sensitivity rating shall be - 150 dB. The
diaphragm shall be non-metallic Acoustalloy
and shall have a shield to prevent dust
particles from
reaching the diaphragm
The case shall be made of steel. The
mlcrophone shall have a maximum diameter
of 45 2 mm (1.78 in.).
with 19.1 mm (75 in.)
diameter shank, and a maximum length of
187.3 mm (7.38 In.), not
lncludtng cable
connector
Flnlsh shall be fawn beige
mcomatte. A 4.6 m (15 ft), 2-conductor
shielded. broadcast-type, rubber-jacketed
cable with Switchcraft A3F connector
Installed shall be provided The mlcrophone
shall have a built-in connector similar or
equtvalent
to the Switchcraft A3M. A
Model 310A stand adapter and vinyl carry
ing pouch shall be supplied.
The Electro-Voice Model RE16 IS speclfled
WARRANTY (Limited)
Electro-Voice Professional, PL
& BK Series
Microphones are guaranteed against
malfunction
from any cause for a period of
two years from date of original purchase.
Also, these microphones are guaranteed
without time limit against malfunction In the
acoustic system due to defects
In workman-
ship and material. Any active
electronics
Incorporated in the microphone are
guaranteed for three years from date of
original purchase for parts and labor against
such malfunction. If such malfunction occurs,
microphone WI/I be repaired or replaced (at
our option) without charge for materials or
labor if delivered prepaid to the proper
Electro-Voice service facility. Unit will be
returned
prepald. Warranty does not extend
to finish, appearance items, cables, cable
connectors, switches, or malfunction due to
abuse or operation under other than
specified condltlons. nor does it extend to
Incidental or consequential damages Some
states do not allow the exclusion or llmltatlon
of Incidental or consequential damages, so
the above exclusion may not apply to you.
Repair by other than Electro-Voice or its
authorized warranty service agencies WIII
void this guarantee A list of authorized
warranty service centers IS available from
Electro-Voice, Inc., 600 Cecil Street,
Buchanan, Ml 49107 (AC/616-6956831),
or Electro-Voice West, 8234 Doe Avenue,
Vlsalla. CA 93291 (AC/209-651-7777) This
warranty gives you specific legal rights. and
you may also have other
rights which vary
from state to state.
Service and repair address for this product:
Electro-Voice, Inc., 600 Cecil Street,
Buchanan, Michigan 49107.
Specifications subject to change
without notice.
ELECTRO-VOICE, INC., 600 Cecil Street, Buchanan, Mlchlgan 49107
MANUFACTURING PLANTS AT l BUCHANAN . MI m NEWPORT TN n SEVIERVILLE, TN n OKLAHOMA CITY, OK n
Electro-Voice. Inc I990 n LItho In USA
Part Number 530252-538