RODE Microphones NT5 User manual

NT5Instruction
Manual
(EMC, LVD)
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This condenser microphone
has been proudly designed
and manufactured by
Microphones in
Sydney, Australia.
We at thank you for
investing in our product and with
the appropriate care, it will serve
you well for many years to come.
Please take the time to read
the following information which
will help you to achieve the
best possible performance
from your NT5.
NT5
Peter Freedman
Sydney, Australia
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Specifications:
Capsule: Externally polarised
1/2” (13 mm) pressure
gradient condenser.
Active Electronics: JFET Impedance converter
with bipolar output buffer.
Pick-up Patter: Cardioid (see graph)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz (see graph)
Sensitivity: -38 dB re 1 v/Pa +/- 2 dB
equivalent to 12 mV/Pa where
1 Pa = 94 dB SPL.
Equivalent Noise: <16 dB SPL
(A-weighted per IEC268-15)
Maximum Output: +13.9 dBu @ 1% THD into 1 k
Dynamic Range: >128 dB
Maximum SPL: 143 dB@1% THD into 1 k
Signal/Noise Ratio: 78 dB
Power Requirements: 4 mA, P48 supply (38 V~52 V),
2 mA, P24 supply (20 V~26 V).
Packed Weight: 386 g (Mic only 101 g)
Dimensions: Diameter: 20 mm
Length: 118 mm
Frequency Response:
Polar Pattern:
dB re 1 V./Pa
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
20 Hz 100 1000 10 000 20 000
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Features:
• Full (externally biased) Condenser
• Gold sputtered 1/2” capsule
• Heavy duty satin-nickel-plated body
• Surface mount technology.
• Low noise
• Full frequency response
• Custom WS5 Wind Shield
• Custom RM5 Stand Mount
• ZP1 Pouch.
Accessories:
• RM5 Stand Mount plus a 3/8” x 5/8”
Thread Adaptor
• WS5 Wind Shield
• ZP1 Pouch
Operation and Applications:
1. The NT5 requires a power supply which for
optimum results should be a ‘P48’ standard,
48 Volt DC Supply.
Most professional mixing consoles have an
internal 48 V supply; alternatively you can
purchase a separate supply. Ensure that the
power supply you use is a professional unit that is
operating correctly. Damage due to connection of
the NT5 to a faulty power supply is not covered
by guarantee.
2. The NT5 comes complete with a microphone
stand-mount (RM5). This should be used to attach
the microphone to a good quality stand.
The stand-mount includes a thread adaptor
allowing connection to either 3/8” or 5/8”
stand thread.
3. When first connecting the NT5 to a mixing
console, we suggest that you have the gain
control adjusted to full attenuation.
4. Please make all cable connections before
applying power to the microphone, and never
remove the microphone cable while the power
is connected. Ensure that the microphone
cable is connected Pin 2+, Pin 3 – and
Pin 1 Earth (Ground).
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Operation and Applications: cont.
5. Switch on the Power Supply/Mixer.
The microphone will take about six seconds to
stabilize.
6. Adjust the mixer gain so that the Peak light
flashes on the peaks of the ‘program source’ to
be recorded (Instrument or voice). You are now
ready to use the NT5.
7. Microphone technique or ‘how’ to get the
sound you want, requires experimentation.
We suggest that you start with the channel EQ
set to OFF or FLAT (no boost or cut). Try to get
the sound you want by placing either reflective
or absorbent panels at various angles adjacent
to the source being recorded. To achieve the
best sound quality we recommend that you first
change the acoustic properties of the recording
space itself. (Remember, you cannot change a
rooms acoustic properties with EQ).
When you have the best sound quality achievable
with this approach, then equalization and effects
such as reverb or indeed any other signal-
processing can be used for enhancement, but
should be used sparingly.
This user manual is not intended as a lesson
in microphone and recording technique; many
excellent publications are available with
that objective, but please note that whether
using NT5’s in mono, or stereo, as overheads,
or for close mic’ing, there is no substitute
for experimentation in achieving optimum
positioning.
Move the NT5, adjust the gain, and ensure that
the sound you are monitoring is the sound you
prefer. If it is not, make adjustments.
The NT5’s frequency response and SPL handling
enable it to respond well to most musical
instruments and with correct use, we are
confident of your satisfaction.
It is important that you listen to the sound
source naturally before you begin mic set up for
recording (ears only). If you don’t like what you
hear, you won’t like what you record!
A bad sounding guitar, voice or drum will record
that way!
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Some tips that may be helpful:
1. Condenser microphones do not like moisture!
The NT5, like all studio microphones, should be
kept dry at all times.
2. This microphone is a precision transducer
and should be cared for as such. Dropping, or
knocking the NT5 could damage it so please take
care. Fix the microphone securely to a dedicated
microphone stand using the supplied (RM5)
Stand Mount.
3. After use, the NT5 should be removed from its
stand, wiped with a dry soft cloth and placed in
its pouch. Be sure to place the pack of moisture
absorbent crystals (silica gel) at the head of
the microphone. The crystals will absorb any
moisture present. Eventually this pack will need
to be dried. When the crystals have turned
pink, the pack should be placed in an oven set
to between 100-150 degrees C. They will be
activated when they have turned blue.
Note: There are no user-serviceable parts inside this
microphone and so there will never be a reason for
you to dismantle it. To protect your warranty, any
service that requires dismantling must be performed
by a qualified service agent.
Warranty Service:
All products are warrantied for one
year from date of purchase. The warranty card or
on-line registration (www.rodemic.com) should be
used to register your microphone.
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, 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.
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International:
RØDE Microphones.
Unit 2/107 Carnarvon Street
Silverwater NSW 2128 Australia
Ph: 61 2 9648 5855
Fax: [phone]
USA:
RØDE Microphones LLC
P.O. Box 3279
Torrance, CA 90510-3279
Ph: 877 328 7456 (Toll Free Within the US)
Ph: 310 328 7456
Fax: [phone]
Technical Support:
For information and technical support
questions contact:
[email protected]
In the Unites States and Puerto Rico, contact:
[email protected]
or call 877 328 7456 toll free
or 310 328 7456
In Australia, contact:
[email protected]
or call: [phone]
Anywhere except Australia, the United States
and Puerto Rico, contact:
[email protected]
Australia: 61 2 9648 5855
www.rodemic.com
NT5 Single - v 1.0a 01/05/05 Subject to change witout notice
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