Oktava MKL-111 User manual

PROFESSIONAL MICROPHONE
МКL-111
OPERATION MANUAL

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CONTENT
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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delivery INCLUDES
ABOUT factory
SETUP
installation
OPERATION AND STORAGE
trouble and countermeasure
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MANUFACTURER WARRANTy
technical data
overview

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ABOUT
factory
The Public Joint Stock Company Oktava is the leading Russian
manufacturer of studio microphones, telephone and microphone
capsules, headsets and hearing aids. The company has long-term
experience and has taken a leading position in the field of
development and manufacturing of acoustic equipment in Russia.
Being established at the dawn of development of broadcast
networks in 1927 in the city of Tula, Oktava became an iconic brand
known throughout the world. Gagarin said his famous “Let's go!” in
the Oktava microphone. The products are popular all over the world,
and even such masters as U2, Sting, Iron Maiden and Radiohead use
Oktava microphone products in their work.

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SAFETY
INFORMATION
Before using the microphone, carefully read the operation manual.
Keep the manual in a safe place, accessible for all users.
Always handover the operation manual to third parties together
with the microphone.
Use the microphone only for its intended purpose in accordance
with this manual.
The liquid can get into the microphone, cause a short circuit
in the electronic components or damage the mechanical components.
Clean the microphone only with a soft, slightly moistened cloth.
Solvents or cleaning agents may damage the surface or enter
the product.
Do not expose the microphone to extremely low and extremely high
temperatures.
Do not open the microphone body by yourself. The warranty does
not apply to microphones, opened by customers themselves.

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overview
features
APPLICATION
Microphone МКL-111 is wide-diaphragm capacitor
microphone with lamp preamplifier designed for
professional studio recordings.
1” large-diaphragm condenser capsule:
2 gold-plateds diaphragm;
microphone pre-amplifier, made on the radio tube;
variable stepped polar response curve; type "omni",
"cardioid", "figure-eight";
robust metal body;
external power supply included in delivery;
made in Russia.
voice/vocal/chorus;
recording of solo instruments;
professional recording studios;
home recording studious.

Delivery INCLUDES
1. Microphone МКL-111.
2. Power supply unit.
3. Shock damper AM-65/27.
4. Cable (5 m).
5. Operetion manual.
6. Wood shell case.
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SETUP
Fig. 2Fig. 1
MICROPHONE INSTALLATION INTO SHOCK MOUNT
1. Screw the microphone shock absorber onto a sturdy, stable
stand (Fig. 1).
2. Insert the microphone from above in the inner shock absorber
ring and fasten it to the ring with a nut on bottom. To turn the
microphone, use the butterfly thumb screw (Fig. 2).

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CAUTION! UNSUITABLE POWER SUPPLY MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE
TO THE PRODUCT!
MICROPHONE CONNECTION
1. Connect microphone only to microphone inputs of the mixing
console and to the power supply unit PSU-103-01, which is supplied
with microphone.
2. The 48V phantom power switch on the mixing console must be
turned off.
3. To connect the microphone to the power supply unit PSU-103-01,
use the XLR-6 cable included in supply package.
4. To connect the power supply unit PSU-103-01 to the mixing
console, use any XLR-3 microphone cable (Fig. 3.).
Fig. 3

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installation
рис. 8
1. Install the microphone on the stand with a microphone
clip or shock mount.
2. Connect the microphone to the equipment using
a microphone cable.
3. Point the microphone toward the sound source.
4. In order to suppress external noise, make sure that
there are no sources of parasitic noise in the microphone
active zone (for example, computer fans).
5. In order to extend the life of the microphone, it is
recommended to use a pop screen when working with
vocalists (Fig. 8).

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The microphone is designed for
application in enclosed spaces at an
ambient temperature of 5 °C to 45 °C
and a relative humidity of 93%.
Do not subject the microphone to
sudden shocks or impacts.
Do not allow water to enter the
microphone.
Do not allow water to enter the
microphone.
Do not use organic solvents (gasoline,
dichloroethane, alcohol, etc.) to clean the
microphone.
Store the microphone in a dry, clean and
dust-free room at room temperature,
using the packing included in the
package.
OPERATION
AND STORAGE

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technical data
Frequency range
Diameter
Sensitivity at 1000 Hz
Polar patterns
Acoustic principle
Impedance
Equivalent sound pressure level
due to self-noise
20 Hz - 20000 Hz
18 mV/Pa
22 dBA
600 Ohm
62 mm
Length 221 mm
Weight 1,8 kg
Pressure gradient receiver
Maximum sound pressure level
Diaphragm diameter
124 dB
Circle, cardioid, figure-eight
Transducer type Condenser with external
polarization
25,4 mm / 1"

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AP «figure-eight»
AP «omni»
AP «cardioid»
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
Hz
180°90°0°
dB
Hz
180°90°0°
dB
Hz
180°90°0°
dB

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trouble and
countermeasure
Microphone
does not work
Sound
distortions
Dull sound
The power supply unit
or mixing console is not
connected to the mains.
The microphone is not
connected to the power
supply unit or the power
supply unit is not
connected to the mixing
console.
The input sensitivity or
preamplification of the
subsequent amplifier
is incorrectly adjusted.
Transmission of the body
noise.
The polar pattern is not
taken into account.
Decrease the input sensitivity
or preamplification of the
subsequent amplifier
in such a way that there
is enough modulation
reserve.
The mixing console or
the power supply unit
is not turned on.
Check the connection
to the mains.
Check that the cables are
correctly connected from
the microphone to the power
supply unit and from the
power supply unit to the
mixing console (see page 9).
Check the corresponding
buttons of the mixing
console and power supply
unit.
Use a suitable shock mount
(page 9).
Check that the microphone
is installed correctly.
The microphone must be
pointed at the sound source.
Condition Causes Corrective action

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Oktava PJSC
Russia, 300000,
Tula, Kaminsky str., 24
E-mail: [email protected]
Oktavatula.ru
MANUFACTURER
WARRANTy
The manufacturer guarantees compliance of the microphone
technical characteristics, if the user observes the conditions
and rules of operation and storage specified in this manual.
Guaranteed shelf life — 24 months from the date of manufacture.
Guaranteed service life — 12 months from the date of delivery
to the customer or sale through the retail network within the
guaranteed shelf life.
The manufacturer guarantees a free replacement or repair of a
microphone during the warranty period, if it does not comply with
the requirements of this manual through the manufacturer’s fault.
No claim for a microphone will be accepted without certificate of sale.
Please, dispose of the microphone at the local collection point for
recyclable materials or at the recycling center after the end of its
service life.

NOTES

Manufactured and approved
ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE
unit type serial number
Chief controller
printed name
printed name
year, month, day
personal signature
CERTIFICATE OF SALE
THE GUARANTEE CONDITIONS ARE ACKNOWLEDGED
AND ACCEPTED
unit type serial number
printed name
year, month, day
signature of seller
dealer
signature of buyer
L.S.
L.S.

WARRANTY CARD
For warranty service (repair) No. 1
product serial number
Professional microphone MKL-111
No.
date of receipt for repair
signature
full name of a person responsible for repairs
WARRANTY CARD
For warranty service (repair) No. 2
product serial number
Professional microphone MKL-111
No.
date of receipt for repair
signature
full name of a person responsible for repairs
L.S.
L.S.

WARRANTY CARD
For warranty service (repair) No. 1
Professional microphone MKL-111
reason for repair
seller
product serial numbe
No.
date of receipt for repair
signature of sellerL.S.

information on performed repairs
address of owner
full name and signature of owner
of repair organization
L.S.
signature, printed name