Shure PGA 98H User manual

PGA98H
Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone
The Shure cardioid condenser instrument microphone, PGA98H, user guide.
Version: 1.1 (2022-J)

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Table of Contents
PGA98H Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone 3
PG Alta Microphones 3
Model Variations 3
General Rules for Use 3
Phantom Power 3
Mounting the Microphone 3
Aiming the Microphone 4
Specifications 5
Accessories 7
Certifications 7

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PGA98H 
Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone
PG Alta Microphones
Congratulations on the purchase of a new Shure PG Alta series microphone. The PG Alta series delivers professional quality
audio at an affordable price, with solutions for capturing nearly any source, including voice, acoustic instruments, drums, and
amplified electric instruments. Suitable for live and studio applications, PG Alta microphones are built to last, and meet the
same rigorous quality testing standards that make all Shure products trustworthy and reliable.
Model Variations
PGA98H-XLR: Standard 3-pin XLR output with integrated belt-clip preamplifier (requires phantom power)
PGA98H-TQG: 4-pin TQG output for use with wireless transmitters
General Rules for Use
Do not cover any part of the microphone grille with your hand, as this will adversely affect microphone performance.
Aim the microphone toward the desired sound source (such as the talker, singer, or instrument) and away from unwanted
sources.
Place the microphone as close as practical to the desired sound source.
Work close to the microphone for extra bass response.
Use only one microphone to pick up a single sound source.
For better gain before feedback, use fewer microphones.
Keepthedistancebetweenmicrophonesatleastthreetimesthedistancefromeachmicrophonetoitssource(“threeto
onerule”).
Place microphones as far as possible from reflective surfaces.
Add a windscreen when using the microphone outdoors.
Avoid excessive handling to minimize pickup of mechanical noise and vibration.
Phantom Power
All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. This microphone performs best with a 48 V DC supply
(IEC-61938), but it can operate with lower voltages.
Phantom power is provided by the mixer or audio interface that the microphone is connected to, and requires the use of a bal
ancedmicrophonecable:XLR-to-XLRorXLR-to-TRS.Inmostcases,thereisaswitchorbuttontoactivatethephantompow-
er. See the user guide for the mixer or interface for additional information.
NOTE: This microphone is compatible with non-Shure bodypacks that have a TQG connector and supply 5V on pin 2.

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Mounting the Microphone
Use the integrated clamp to quickly and securely attach the microphone to horns or other instruments.
Squeeze the clamp to open it, and attach to an instrument or other object.
Aim the microphone by rotating the swivel base and bending the gooseneck.

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Aiming the Microphone
Position the microphone with the arrow pointed at the sound source.
Specifications
Type
Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Response
60to20,000Hz
Output Impedance
at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage
PGA98H-XLR 850Ω
PGA98H-TQG 600Ω
Sensitivity
at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage
-52dBV/Pa[1](2.51mV)
Maximum SPL
1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kΩ load, typical
130dBSPL
Self Noise
A-weighted, typical
27dBSPL-A

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Polarity
PGA98H-
XLR Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
PGA98H-
TQG Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 3 with respect to pin 1
Connector
PGA98H-XLR Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male
PGA98H-TQG TA4F
Weight
PGA98H-XLR 245g(0.5lbs)
PGA98H-TQG 75g(0.2lbs)
Housing
Cast Zinc
Power Requirements
11to52VDCphantompower(2mA)
[1] 1 Pa=94 dB SPL
Frequency Response

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Polar Pattern
Accessories
Foam windscreen for PGA98H and PGA98D microphones AP98WS
Certifications
This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
Global Compliance
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12
75031 Eppingen, Germany
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.shure.com