Shure Unidyne B 515BG User manual

222 HARTREY AVE.. EVANSTON, IL. 60204 U.S.A.
MODEL 515BG
AREA CODE 31z/866-2~00 . CABLE: SHUREMICRO
UNIDYNE@ B
TWX: 910-231-0048 TELEX: 72-4381
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UNIDIRECTIONAL DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
GENERAL
The Shure Model 515BG UNIDYNEB B Microphone
is a low-impedance unit designed specifically for
mounting on %"-27 thread arm or gooseneck. The
microphone is a moving coil unit providing good
reproduction of music and voice.
This microphone is particularly suitable for use in
language lab systems, paging applications, and base
station communications. It is highly recommended for
talk-back and cuing from professional control rooms
in
TV, film, and recording studios, and other uses de-
manding a customized installation with concealed
cables.
Microphone Features:
True cardioid pickup pattern: symmetrical about
MODEL 515BG
axis and uniform at all frequencies MOUNTED ON
Response especially effective for announcing,
GOOSENECK
narration, paging and music
Cartridge shock mounted for quiet operation
Dependability and ruggedness under all oper-
ating conditions
A %"-27 thread for mounting to a gooseneck
SPECIFICATIONS
TYpe
Dynamic
Frequency Response o o
80 to 13,000 Hz (see Figure 1)
--- 160 HZ --- 2500 HZ
-
400 HZ
-
6300 HZ
..... 1000 HZ ..... 10.000 HZ
TYPICAL DIRECTIONAL PATTERNS
FIGURE 2
Output Level (at 1000 Hz)
Open Circuit Voltage . . .
. . . - 82.0 dB (.079 mV)
(0dB = 1volt per microbar)
20 m IM) 1.000 10.000 20m
FREwENcY IN HERTZ
Power Level .
. . . . . . . . . . .. . - 60.5 dB
TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE
FIGURE 1
Polar Pattern
Cardioid (unidirectional) pattern-Effective rejection
of sound at the rear of the microphone is uniform
at all frequencies, while front pickup characteristics
are uniform about the axis (see Figure 2)
Impedance
Microphone rating impedance is 150 ohms (170
ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs
rated at 19 to 300 ohms.
(0 dB = 1 milliwatt per 10 microbars)
Shock Mount
Internal rubber vibration-isolator
Cable
Highly durable attached cable with effective hum
shielding. 1.8 meters (70 inches) two-conductor
(shielded), plastic jacketed
Case
Silver finish die casting with black ARMO-DUR@
grille and stainless steel screen
Copyright 1981, Shure Brothers Inc.
27A1494 (Al)
(OVER)
U.S. Patents 3,132,713 and 3,240,883
Printed in U.S.A.

Dimensions
See Figure 3
- BLACK END CAP
IREMOVE FOR
MOUNTING OF
GOOSENECK1
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
FIGURE 3
Net Weight
425 grams (15 oz)
Packaged Weight
624 grams (1 Ib, 6 oz)
MOUNTING
To mount the 515BG microphone on a gooseneck
having a Y8"-27 thread, unscrew black end cap from
microphone (see Figure
3), remove adjacent thin metal
washer and one metal spacer off terminating end of
cable. Slide the thin metal washer removed previously
onto cable up into end of microphone. Slip gooseneck
over cable and install into end of microphone.
CONNECTIONS
The microphone is low impedance for connection
to microphone inputs rated at 19 to 300 ohms.
Low impedance is recommended where long cable
lengths are required or under conditions of severe
hum disturbance. Connect the black and white con-
ductors to the microphone circuit (see Figure 4). The
shield is connected to the metal parts of the micro-
phone, and should be connected to the amplifier
chassis or ground terminal. For unbalanced low-
impedance operation, the shield and white lead should
be connected together. The black lead is then the
"hot" lead.
For use with a high-impedance amplifier, the Shure
A95 Series of Line Matching Transformers are avail-
able for coupling the low-impedance line to the ampli-
fier input.
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CODED TERMINAL
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PHASING: POSITIVE
PRESSURE ON
DIAPHRAGM SHALL
CAUSE A POSITIVE
VOLTAGE ON THE
WHITE CONDUCTOR
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INTERNAL CONNECTIONS
FIGURE 4
PHASING
To test two microphones for proper phasing, connect
them to an amplifier and talk or sing into them while
holding them three or four inches apart. The sound
from the speakers should be the same when talking
into either microphone or directly between them if
they are in phase with each other. If the sound drops
drastically, or if a dead spot is found when talking
between the two microphones, the microphones are
out of phase. All microphones should be tested in this
manner to insure that they are in phase with each
other.
To change the phase of a low-impedance micro-
phone at the equipment end of the cable, interchange
the BLACK and WHITE cable leads where they are
connected to the sound system. To change the phase
in the microphone, the microphone cartridge leads
must be interchanged (see Figure 4). This should be
performed by your dealer, the Shure Factory Service
Department, or other qualified service personnel.
ARCHITECTS' SPECIFICATIONS
The microphone shall be the Shure Model 515BG
or equivalent. The microphone shall be a moving coil
(dynamic) microphone with a shaped frequency re-
sponse of 80 to 13,000 Hz. This unit shall have a
cardioid polar characteristic. The cancellation at the
sides shall be approximately
6 dB, and the cancellation
at the rear shall be 15 to 20 dB. The microphone shall
be low impedance for connection to microphone inputs
rated at 19 to 300 ohms. The microphone rating imped-
ance shall be 150 ohms. The microphone output shall
be -60.5 dB where 0 dB
= 1 milliwatt per 10 micro-
bars.
The Model 515BG shall be suitable for mounting on
a gooseneck having a
%"-27 thread. The microphone
shall have a 1.8m (70 in.) two-conductor shielded
cable. The overall dimensions shall be 159 mm (6%
in.) in length and 37.3 mm (1-15132 in.) in diameter.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Gooseneck ............................. G12, GI8
Line Matching Transformer ............. .A95 Series
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Cartridge ................................... R15
Cable
.................................. 70A2045
Case Assembly ......................... 32B635C
Screen Grille Assembly ................... RK54G
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.