Sennheiser Evolution E914 User manual

e 914
Bedienungsanleitung
Insruction manual
Notice d‘emploi
Instruzioni per l‘uso
Instrucciones de uso
Manual de instruções
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Stage Microphones

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Important safety information
• Please read this instruction manual carefully and completely befo-
re using the product.
• Make this instruction manual easily accessible to all users at all
times.
• Always include this instruction manual when passing the product
on to third parties.
Before operation
• Only connect the product to microphone inputs or power supply
units which provide 48 V phantom power as per IEC 61938
(48 ± 4 V, at least 3.5 mA per channel).
• Never open the housing of the product. If products are opened by
customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty becomes null
and void.
• Only use attachments, accessories or spare parts specified by
Sennheiser.
During operation
• Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or
damage the mechanics. Keep all liquids away from the product.
• Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surface of the
product. Only use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the product.
• Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures.
After operation
• Handle the product with care and store it in a clean, dust-free
environment.
Intended use
Intended use includes:
• having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter
“Important safety information”,
• using the product within the operating conditions and limitations
described in this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the product other than as described in
this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ
from those described herein.

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The e 914
The cardioid e 914 is a pre-polarised condenser microphone designed
for demanding applications which require a wide frequency response,
high sound pressure level, fast transient response and a compact
design. With its frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, the e 914 is
able to capture the full sound of the instrument, while its cardioid pick-
up pattern isolates the microphone from other on-stage signals.
An excellent microphone for cymbals and hi-hat, the e 914 is also an
ideal choice for precussion, woodwind and string instruments. Its excel-
lent acoustic properties also make it a valuable tool for home recording,
the project studio and live stereo pair recording.
Features
• Condenser microphone
• Perfect for ambitious live audio recordings
• Excellent dynamics and vibrant sound for a wide variety of instru-
ments
• Processes very high SPLs
• Three-position bass roll-off/cut-off switch
• Three-position pre-attenuation
Package contents
1 e 914 microphone
1 Pouch
1 MZQ 800 microphone clamp
1 MZW 64 windshield
1 Instructions for use
Note:
The microphone head is not compatible with the K6 powering module.
Product overview A*
1 Sound inlet basket
2 XLR-3 connector
3 Adjusting the sensitivity (A)
4 Adjusting the bass filter
Diagrams can be found on the cover pages.
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Sensitivity and bass filter
The e 914 is equipped with a three-position sensitivity switch (3) and
a bass filter switch (4).
Adjusting the sensitivity (3)
The microphone sensitvity can remain unchanged (0) or be reduced
by 10 dB or 20 dB. The latter is recommended when there is a risk that
the microphone or subsequent microphone input is overmodulated,
e.g. due to high sound pressure levels from drums, brass instruments,
etc.
Note:
We recommend that you mute the corresponding microphone channel
on the mixing console before connecting and disconnecting the micro-
phone cable, switching on and off the phantom powering or setting
the switches (see figure above).
Adjusting the bass filter (4)
The e 914 has been designed for an extended low-frequency bass
response. With certain live or close instrument miking applications, an
over-emphasis of the low frequencies can occur. This can be compen-
sated for by the 6 dB/octave roll-off filter. The cut-off filter reduces
low-frequency wind noise by 18 dB/octave.
Using the microphone
Positioning the microphone B
Percussion
Pos. Commentary
B.1 Position the microphone a few centimetres above the
outer edge of the hi-hat aiming down. If necessary, remove
unwanted low-frequency signal portions by high pass
filtering.
Attention: When closing the hi-hat, a strong air current is
created on the edge. If the microphone is positioned too close
to the edge, interfering noise due to the air current can occur.
B.2 Good starting position for live miking applications. If the
overhead microphones are only used for picking up the
cymbals, unwanted signal portions can be attenuated by high
pass filtering
In order to prevent interference due to crosstalk between adjacent
sound sources, try to position the microphone so that the interfering
sound source is located in the angle area of the highest cancellation of
the microphone (approx. 180°, see polar diagram).

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Cleaning and maintaining the e 914
Caution Liquids can damage the electronics of the product!
Liquids entering the housing of the product can cause
a short-circuit and damage the electronics.
X
Keep all liquids away from the product.
X
Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents .
XUnscrew the sound inlet basket 1.
XRemove the foam insert from the sound inlet basket 1.
XUse a slightly damp cloth to clean the sound inlet basket 1 from
the inside and ouside.
XReinsert the foam insert into the sound inlet basket 1and replace
the sound inlet basket on the microphone and screw it tight.
Specifications
Transducer principle pre-polarised condenser
microphone
Frequency response 20–20,000 Hz
Pick-up pattern cardioid
Phantom powering 48 V/2.2 mA
Sensitivity (free field, no load at
1 kHz)
7 mV/Pa;
2.3 mV/Pa / 0.7 mV/Pa
(with pre-attenuation)
Equivalent noise level
A-weighted (DIN IEC 651)
CCIR-weighted (CCIR 468-3)
19 dB
30 dB
Pre-attenuation 0, -10, -20 dB
Bass filter linear
roll-off 130 Hz, 6 dB/oct.
cut-off 85 Hz, 18 dB/oct.
Max. sound pressure level at
1 kHz
137/147/157 dB SPL
(depending on pre-attenuation)
Nominal impedance 100 W
Min. terminating impedance 1 kW
Connector XLR-3
Dimensions Ø 24 mm, length: 157 mm
Weight 198 g (without clamp and cable)
The polar diagram and the frequency response curve Ccan be found on
the cover pages.

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Connector assignment
12
3
12
3
+ +
12
3
XL
R6
.3 mm
+
+
12
3
XLR
+
XLR
12
3
6.3 mm
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+
balanced
XLR
XLR
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Manufacturer Declarations
Warranty
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months
on this product.
For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at
www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.
FOR AUSTRALIA ONLY
Sennheiser goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded
under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement
or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reason-
ably foreseeable 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 liability of
Sennheiser which is imposed by law, or limits or modifies any remedy
available to the consumer which is granted by law.
To make a claim under this warranty, contact
Sennheiser Australia Pty Ltd, Unit 3, 31 Gibbes Street Chatswood NSW
2067, AUSTRALIA.
Phone: [phone], email: [email protected].
All expenses of claiming the warranty will be borne by the person
making the claim.
The Sennheiser International Warranty is provided by Sennheiser
Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 68 165 388 312), Unit 3, 31 Gibbes Street
Chatswood NSW 2067 Australia.

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In compliance with the following requirements
• WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU)
Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational
lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recycling
center for such equipment.
CE Declaration of Conformity
• RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU)
• EMC Directive (2004/108/EC)
The declaration is available at www.sennheiser.com/download.

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