Sennheiser MKH 8070 User manual

MKH 8070
Instruction manual

MKH 8070
Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
1. Read these safety instructions and the instruction manual of the product.
2. Keep these safety instructions and the instruction manual of the product.
Always include all instructions when passing the product on to third parties.
3. Only use attachments, accessories and spare parts specified by the manu-
facturer.
4. Caution: The protective basket and pop shield must be completely dry when
you mount them on the microphone. Moisture can cause malfunctions or
damage to the capsule.
5. Connect the microphone only to microphone inputs and supply units that
provide 48V phantom powering in accordance with IEC 61938.
6. Do not attempt to open the product housing on your own. The warranty is
voided for products opened by the customer.
7. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the product has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the product, when the product has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
8. Use the product only under the conditions of use listed in the specifications.
9. Let the product come to ambient temperature before switching it on.
10. Do not operate the product if it was damaged during transportation.
11. Always run cables so that no one can trip over them.
12. Keep the product and its connections away from liquids and electrically
conductive objects that are not necessary for operating the product.
13. Do not use any solvents or aggressive cleaning agents to clean the product.
14. Caution: Very high signal levels can damage your hearing and your loud-
speakers. Reduce the volume on the connected audio devices before
switching on the product; this will also help prevent acoustic feedback.
Intended use
The product is designed for indoor use.
It is considered improper use when the product is used for any application not
named in the corresponding instruction manual.
Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from improper use or
misuse of this product and its attachments/accessories.
Before putting the products into operation, please observe the respective
country-specific regulations!

Delivery includes
Delivery includes
• Microphone, consisting of the MKH 8070 microphone head and the
MZX 8000 XLR module
• MZQ 8070 microphone clamp
• MZW 8070 foam windshield
• Instruction manual
• Frequency response sheet
• Threaded transport tube
Product overview
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3
4
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1Foam windshield
2Microphone head
3 XLR module
4Microphone clamp (thread adaptor included for 3/8" and 5/8" threads)
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Putting the MKH 8070 into operation
Putting the MKH 8070 into operation
Connecting the microphone
Connection data of the MKH 8070:
• 48 V ± 4 V phantom powering (P48, as per IEC 61938)
• XLR-3 connector, balanced
To connect the MKH 8070 to a mixing console or recording device:
fConnect the socket of the microphone cable to the microphone.
fConnect the connector of the microphone cable to the mixing console or
recording device.
Attaching the microphone
fSelect the suitable mounting thread:
• Without thread insert: 5/8" thread
• Thread insert: 3/8" thread
fScrew the microphone clamp 4to a stand.
fPlace the microphone with its back end into the microphone clamp: Make
sure that the lateral slots are not covered.
fOrient the microphone together with the microphone clamp and fix them by
screwing the wing screw tight.
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Using optional modules
To suppress structure-borne noise, you can use the optional shock mount.
Sennheiser MZS 20-1
Using the windshield
The windshield changes the sound only slightly, but attenuates wind noise by
approx. 25 dB.
fPlace the MZW 8070 foam windshield 1over the microphone head 2so that
all lateral slots are covered.
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Alternative windshields are available as accessories and can be found on
the MKH 8070 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
Using optional modules
You can retrofit and extend the microphones of the modular MKH 8000 micro-
phone series by using optional modules.
The MZF 8000 II filter module
The MZF 8000 II filter module has been specially designed for broadcast and
film applications. It effectively filters out interference caused by infrasound,
such a lowfrequency wind and handling noise.
fIf necessary, disconnect a connected XLR cable in order to not distort the
cable and to avoid short-circuits.

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Transporting the microphone
fUnscrew the microphone head 2from the XLR module 3.
fScrew the MZF 8000 II filter module 4at a suitable place in the audio signal
chain between microphone head and XLR module.
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Transporting the microphone
fLet the microphone dry if you used it under extreme climatic conditions.
fIf necessary, remove the windshield or take the microphone out of the basket
windshield.
fSlide the microphone into the transport tube.

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Cleaning and maintaining the microphone
Cleaning and maintaining the microphone
CAUTION
DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT DUE TO LIQUIDS!
Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or damage the
mechanics. Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surface of the prod-
uct.
fKeep all liquids away from the product.
fOnly use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the product.
Specifications
Pick-up pattern lobar
Frequency response 45 Hz to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity -19 dBV/Pa (112 mV/Pa)
Max. sound pressure level 124 dB SPL
Equivalent noise level 8 dB(A) (DIN-IEC 651)
21 dB (CCIR 268-3)
Nominal impedance 25 Ω
Min. terminating impedance 2 kΩ
Phantom powering 48 V ± 4 V (P48, IEC 61938)
Current consumption 3,3 mA
Diameter 19 mm
Length
with MZX 8000 XLR module 432 mm 465 m
Weight
with MZX 8000 XLR module 300 g 332 g
Operating temperature -10 °C to +60 °C

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Specifications
Polar pattern
30°
150°
120°
60°
90°
0
5
10
15
20
25
dB
30°
0°
180°
150°
120°
60°
90°
125 Hz
250 Hz
500 Hz
1,000 Hz
2,000 Hz
4,000 Hz
8,000 Hz
16,000 Hz
Frequency response
-10
-2
0
-3
0
-4
0
-5
0
-6
0
dB
90° 0°
50 Hz
100 Hz
200 Hz
500 Hz
1 kHz
2 kHz
5 kHz
10 kHz
20 kHz

Manufacturer declarations
Manufacturer declarations
Warranty
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on these
products.
For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at
www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.
Warranty FOR AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND ONLY:
Sennheiser Australia Pty Ltd provides a warranty of 24 months on these prod-
ucts.
For the current warranty conditions, visit Sennheiser website:
Australia: https://en-au.sennheiser.com/
New Zealand: https://en-nz.sennheiser.com/
Sennheiser goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under Aus-
tralian and New Zealand Consumer law. You are entitled to a replacement or
refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably fore-
seeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not
amount to a major failure.
This warranty is in addition to other rights or remedies under law. Nothing in
this warranty excludes, limits or modifies any remedy available to be consumer
which is granted by law.
To make a claim under this contract, raise a case via Sennheiser website
Australia: https://en-au.sennheiser.com/service-support-contact
New Zealand: https://en-nz.sennheiser.com/service-support-contact
All expenses of claiming the warranty will be borne by the person making the
claim.
Sennheiser international warranty is provided by: Sennheiser Australia Pty Ltd
(ABN 68 165 388 312) Level 14, Tower A Zenith Building, 821 Pacific Highway,
Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia
In compliance with the following requirements
EU: WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU)
UK: WEEE Regulations (2013)
Notes on disposal
The symbol of the crossed-out dumpster on the product, the (rechargeable)
battery (if applicable) and/or the packaging indicates that these products must
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Manufacturer declarations
not be disposed of with normal household waste, but must be disposed of sep-
arately at the end of their service life. For the packaging, follow the regulations
in your country for separating waste. Improper disposal of packaging materials
can be harmful to your health and the environment.
The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment, (re-
chargeable) batteries (if applicable) and packaging is intended to promote
reuse and recycling and to prevent negative impacts on public health and the
environment, for example due to hazardous substances contained in these
products. At the end of their service life, recycle electrical and electronic
equipment and (rechargeable) batteries so that their materials can be reused
and to prevent environmental pollution.
If (rechargeable) batteries can be removed without destroying them, you are
obliged to dispose of them separately (see the product’s operating instructions
for information on how to remove the batteries safely). Be especially careful
when handling (rechargeable) batteries containing lithium, as these pose spe-
cial hazards, such as the risk of fire and/or health risks if button cells are swal-
lowed. Reduce battery waste as much as possible by using longer-life batteries
or rechargeable batteries.
Further information on the recycling of these products can be obtained from
your municipal administration, from the municipal collection points, or from
your Sennheiser partner. You may also be able to return electrical or electronic
equipment to your distributor, if they are legally required to do so. By dispos-
ing of your batteries properly, you are helping to protect public health and the
environment.
EU Declaration of conformity
• RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU)
• EMC Directive (2014/30/EU)
UK Declaration of conformity
• RoHS Regulations (2012)
• EMC Regulations (2016)
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following
internet address: www.sennheiser.com/download.
Statements regarding the FCC and Industry Canada rules
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation.