Shure A15HP User manual

©2009 Shure Incorporated
27C1917 (Rev. 5)
Model A15HP
User Guide
Printed in U.S.A.
MODEL A15HP HIGH PASS FILTER
This filter rolls off low audio frequencies to reduce 60 Hz electrical hum,
low-frequency wind noise, air conditioner noise, or stand-and floor-transmitted
low-frequency vibrations.
When loaded with a low-impedance microphone input (800 ohms or more), the
rolloff is 12 dB per octave below 100 Hz.
When loaded with 150 ohms, the rolloff is 3 dB at 100 Hz.
The output is flat above the rolloff point (with a maximum loss of 0.5 dB at 1 kHz).

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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response
Flat above rolloff point; -0.5 dB maximum at 1 kHz (see Figure below)
TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE
Impedance
Designed for 150 ohm rated microphones and inputs
Distortion
2.5% maximum (100 mV input, open circuit output)
Connectors
Input: XLR female
Output: XLR male
Case
Full magnetic shield, steel with gray enamel finish
Dimensions
19 mm (3/4 in.) diameter; 114 mm (4 1/2 in.) long

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Shure Incorporated (“Shure”) hereby warrants to the original consumer purchaser only that this product
will be free in normal use of any defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from
the consumer’s original date of purchase directly from Shure or from a Shure-authorized reseller. At its
sole option, Shure will repair or replace the defective product and promptly return it to you. In order for
this warranty to be valid, the consumer must, at the time the product is returned, provide proof of
purchase in the form of the original purchase receipt directly from Shure or from a Shure-authorized
reseller. If Shure elects to replace the defective product, then Shure reserves the right to replace the
defective product with another product of the same model or a model of at least comparable quality and
features in Shure’s sole determination.
If you believe this product is defective within the warranty period, carefully repack the unit, insure it and
return it with proof of purchase, postage prepaid, to Shure Incorporated, Attention: Service Department,
at the address below.
Outside of the United States, return the product to your dealer or Authorized Service Center. Addresses
are listed on www.Shure.com or can be obtained by contacting Shure at the address listed below.
This warranty is not transferable. This warranty does not apply in cases of abuse or misuse of the
product, use contrary to Shure’s instruction, ordinary wear and tear, an act of God, negligent use,
purchase from a party other than Shure or a Shure-authorized reseller, unauthorized repair, or
modification of the product.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS AND, TO
THE EXTENT NOT PERMITTED, ARE HEREBY LIMITED TO THE DURATION AND TERMS OF THIS
WARRANTY.
SHURE ALSO HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty does not restrict the rights of the consumer mandated under applicable laws.
THIS WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES THAT ARE ASSOCIATED OR
INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT.
Shure Incorporated
Attention: Service Department
5800 W. Touhy Avenue
Niles, IL 60714-4608 U.S.A.

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