VideoMic Windshield
9) The VideoMic comes with a foam
windshield; held in place with Velcro.
There is no need to remove it,
but I know you want to have a look.
Go ahead, but be careful not to rip it.
The windshield should be left on at all
times as even the slightest breeze can
cause sound interference. When shooting
outside in heavy winds you may need to
purchase a more specialised wind shield.
RODE has a full line of accessories such as
windshields, boom poles, cable extenders
and pistol grips which will be available
in early 2005. Please visit our web site
www.rodemic.com/videomic for
further details.
General Operation
10) While it may sound like a contradiction,
shotgun mics are not designed for long
distance pick up. I have heard people
ask, “How far away can this mic pickup
sound?”. Of course you can boost
the gain level on your camera and
you will hear more dened sounds
over a longer distance than with
conventional microphones.
Long distance pick up microphones
include parabolic reector systems and
more recently adaptive arrays using
multiple capsules and Digital Signal
Processing (DSP) technologies.
Shotgun microphones have a narrow
pick-up angle or polar response, and
so can be used to great effect with
cameras for news gathering, weddings
or sporting events. The VideoMic can be
used in any situation where you want to
listen to what’s in the shot, not what’s at
the side or out of view.
11) The best way to get optimum results
with the Videomic is to use it so you
become more familiar with its sound
and pick up characteristics.
General Operation cont.
The VideoMic is made from high-strength
ABS, ensuring impact resistance and a
longer life. However care must be taken
not to get the VideoMic wet.
Treat the mic the way you treat your
camera and you should have many years
of reliable service.
Warranty Service
The VideoMic is warranted for two
years from the date of purchase and the
warranty card should be used to record and
register that purchase.
The warranty covers parts and labour that
may be required to repair the microphone
during the warranty period.
The warranty excludes defects caused by
normal wear and tear, modification, shipping
damage, or failure to use the microphone as
per the instruction guide.
If you experience any problems or have
any questions regarding your
microphone, first, contact the dealer who
sold it to you. If the microphone requires
factory authorized service, that dealer will
organise return.
We have an extensive distributor/dealer
network but if you have difficulty getting
the advice or assistance you require, do not
hesitate to contact us directly or contact
your local distributor.
