Shure 444 User manual

CONTROLLED MAGNETICm COMMUNICATIONS MICROPHONE
222 HARTREY AVE.. EVANSTON. IL. 60204 U.S.A.
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GENERAL
DATA MODEL 444
SHEET
COMMUNICATIONS
MICROPHONE
The Model 444 is a pressure-operated CONTROLLED
MAGNETIC@microphone. It is specifically designed for
radio communication applications and provides opti-
mum performance from single sideband transmitters
as well as AM and FM units. The response cuts off
sharply below 300 and above 3,000
Hz, with a rising
characteristic to 3,000
Hz. This special response char-
acteristic results in optimum speech intelligibility and
audio punch to cut through noise and interference.
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Microphone Features:
A response tailored for single sideband transmis-
sions
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A switch for instantaneous selection of Press-to-
Talk or VOX (voice-operated relay control) oper-
ation CONNECTIONS
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Finger-tip control bar (locking or non-locking ac- Model 444 is designed for use with transmitters or
tion) to actuate microphone and an external relay amplifiers having high-impedance inputs. The
BLACK
or control circuit cable lead is the "hot" conductor for the microphone
circuit: the WHITE cable lead controls an external relav
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~ong-lifeswitch to satisfy severe requirement of circuit. The shield is common to both the microphone
communication systems circuit and the external relay circuit. The shield should
be securely grounded to the amplifier or transmitter
Adjustable microphone height chassis ground. (See Figure 1 for internal wiring
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A sturdy, high impact ARMO-DUR@base and mi- diagram of Model 444.)
crophone case
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Dependability-under all operating conditions BLACK
GROUNDED TERMINAL
INTERNAL CONNECTIONS
SHIELD 7
PRESS-TO-TALK SWITCH OPERATION
NORMAL-VOX OPERATION
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OF CARTRIDGE
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Most amateur equipment is wired to use either VOX
(voice-operated relay control) or a Press-to-Talk switch.
Model 444 has been designed to provide maximum
flexibility for both types of operation. VOX or Press-
to-Talk operation may be easily selected by the
Normal-Vox slide switch on the bottom side of the
microphone base near the cable entry.
For Press-to-Talk operation of the microphone, the
Normal-Vox switch should be in the "Normal" position.
For VOX operation, the Normal-Vox switch should be
in the "VOX" position, and the Press-to-Talk switch
must be locked in the On position.
The finger-tip control bar can be used as a locking
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or nonlocking switch. To use as a nonlocking switch,
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FIGURE 1
simply depress the control bar and release after trans-
mission. To use as a locking switch, depress the
PRESS-TO- TALK
IMPORTANT
Shure Microphone Cables are selected after ex-
haustive tests to insure superior performance in micro-
phones because of low capacitance, superior shielding
properties and unusually long life under severe use.
Cables with plastic insulation should not be sub-
jected to excessive soldering-iron heat. Carefully clean
and tin the conductors and the connections to which
the conductors are to be soldered. The soldering
operation can then be done with a minimum of heat,
thereby avoiding any possibility of damage to the
cable.
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NORMAL -VOX
Copyright 1978, Shure Brothers Inc.
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control bar and pull it forward. To unlock the switch,
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SWITCH -
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'NORMAL" POSITION
U.S. Patent D-198,850
Printed in U.S.A.
move the bar back and release.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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CONTROLLED MAGNETIC@
Frequency Response
200 to 6,000 Hz (See Figure 2)
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FREWENCY IN HERTZ
TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE
FIGURE 2
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
lmpedance (at 1,000 Hz)
Microphone impedance is "High" for connection to
high-impedance microphone inputs
Load lmpedance Range
Minimum, 15 kilohms
Recommended, 100 kilohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz)
Open Circuit Voltage
........ - 53.0 dB* (2.25 mV)
Loaded with 100,000 ohms ... -54.0 dB*
*O dB = 1 volt per microbar
Switch
Press-to-Talk switch-locking or nonlocking oper-
ation to actuate microphone and an external relay
or control circuit
Normal-Vox switch-single-pole double-throw slide
switch in microphone base to provide either voice-
operated relay control or Press-to-Talk microphone
operation
Cable
Non-detachable 2.lm
(7 ft), two-conductor shielded
plastic jacketed
Case
Two tone gray ARMO-DUR@
Dimensions
See Figure 3
6.4mmllI4 INITRAVEL
TO OPERATE SWITCH
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OVERALL DIMENSIONS
FIGURE 3
Net Weight
680 grams (1% Ib)
Packaged Weight
964 grams (2% Ib)
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Cartridge
.................................... R5R
Cable .................................... 70A293
Screen and Grille Assembly .............. .90A1060
Press-to-Talk Switch ...................... .90A946
GUARANTEE
This Shure product is guaranteed in normal use to
be free from electrical and mechanical defects for a
period of one year from date of purchase. Please
retain proof of purchase date. This guarantee includes
all parts and labor. This guarantee is in lieu of any
and all other guarantees or warranties, express or
implied, and there shall be no recovery for any con-
sequential or incidental damages.
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully repack the unit and return it prepaid to:
Shure Brothers Incorporated
Attention: Service Department
1501 West Shure Drive
Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
If outside the United States, return the unit to your
dealer or Authorized Shure Service Center for repair.
The unit will be returned to you prepaid.