Sony XLR-K3M Reference guide

Help Guide
XLR Adaptor Kit
XLR-K3M
Use this Help Guide when you have issues or questions on how to use your XLR adaptor kit.
Supported camera models
Identifying the parts
Preparations
Unpacking
Attaching/removing the XLR adaptor to/from the camera
Attaching/removing the supplied microphone
Recording
Selecting the digital or analog input type
Using the supplied microphone
Using a device, such as an external audio device
Minimizing noise with the LOW CUT function
Adjusting the recording volume level
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Selecting the audio input for recording audio to the channels on the camera
About this unit
Notes on use
Specifications
Trademarks
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XLR Adaptor Kit
XLR-K3M
Supported camera models
This unit is a kit that includes an XLR adaptor for cameras with the Multi Interface Shoe in addition to a microphone.
For camera models compatible with this unit, visit the website at:
https://www.sony.net/dics/k3m/
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XLR Adaptor Kit
XLR-K3M
Identifying the parts
Body parts
Switches and dials
Wind screen1.
Microphone holder2.
Microphone3.
Lock dial4.
Multi Interface foot
Note
Do not touch the connector of the Multi Interface foot with bare hands.
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Connector protect cap6.
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ATT (INPUT1) switch
Select the standard input level of the INPUT1 jack. This switch setting is active when the INPUT1
(LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch is set to “MIC” or “MIC+48V.”
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INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch
Select the option suitable for the device connected to the INPUT1 jack.
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ATT (INPUT2) switch
Select the standard input level of the INPUT2 jack. This switch setting is active when the INPUT2
(LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch is set to “MIC” or “MIC+48V.”
3.
INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch
Select the option suitable for the device connected to the INPUT2 jack.
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LOW CUT (INPUT1) switch
Use this switch to minimize unwanted noises by attenuating low-frequency components of the input audio from the
INPUT1 jack.
5.
AUTO/MAN (INPUT3) switch
Select the method (Auto/Manual) to adjust the volume level of the input audio from the INPUT3 jack.
6.
AUTO/MAN (INPUT1) switch
Select the method (Auto/Manual) to adjust the volume level of the input audio from the INPUT1 jack.
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AUDIO LEVEL (INPUT1) dial
Adjust the recording volume level of the input audio from the INPUT1 jack.
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AUTO/MAN/LINK (INPUT2) switch
Select the method (Auto/Manual/Link to INPUT1) to adjust the volume level of the input audio from the INPUT2 jack.
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AUDIO LEVEL (INPUT2) dial
Adjust the recording volume level of the input audio from the INPUT2 jack.
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LOW CUT (INPUT2) switch
Use this switch to minimize unwanted noises by attenuating low-frequency components of the input audio from the
INPUT2 jack.
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AUDIO LEVEL (INPUT3) dial
Adjust the recording volume level of the input audio from the INPUT3 jack.
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DIGITAL/ANALOG switch
Select the digital or analog input type.
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Ports and jacks
Related Topic
Supported camera models
Attaching/removing the XLR adaptor to/from the camera
Attaching/removing the supplied microphone
Selecting the digital or analog input type
Using the supplied microphone
Using a device, such as an external audio device
Minimizing noise with the LOW CUT function
Adjusting the recording volume level
Selecting the audio input for recording audio to the channels on the camera
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If your camera is compatible with the digital audio interface of the Multi Interface Shoe, set the switch to “DIGITAL.”
This allows the unit and the attached camera to communicate with each other with digital signals and provide audio
recording with minimum noise insertion.
INPUT SELECT switch
Select the audio input for recording audio to the channels on the attached camera.
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Release lever1.
Micro USB port2.
Cable holder3.
INPUT3 jack (Stereo mini-jack, plug-in-power compatible)4.
INPUT2 jack (3-pin XLR/TRS, female type, phantom-power compatible)5.
INPUT1 jack (3-pin XLR/TRS, female type, phantom-power compatible)6.
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XLR Adaptor Kit
XLR-K3M
Unpacking
If you find anything missing, please contact your dealer.
The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity.
XLR Adaptor (XLR-A3M) (1)
Microphone (ECM-XM1) (1)
Wind screen (1)
Connector protect cap (attached) (2)
Extension Cable for Audio (1)
Case (1)
Set of printed documentation
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XLR Adaptor Kit
XLR-K3M
Attaching/removing the XLR adaptor to/from the camera
Attach the XLR adaptor to a camera.
Note
Before attaching/removing the adaptor to/from a camera, turn off the power to the camera.
To remove the XLR adaptor
Turn off the power to the camera, rotate the lock dial counterclockwise until it stops, and then slide out the Multi Interface
foot from the shoe.
To use the Extension Cable for Audio for attachment
Remove the connector protect cap from the XLR adaptor.
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Slide the Multi Interface foot of the XLR adaptor into the shoe on the camera ( ), and then rotate the lock
dial in the “LOCK” direction ( ) to firmly secure the adaptor.
When it is difficult to insert the Multi Interface foot into the shoe, rotate the lock dial counterclockwise until it stops,
and then try again.
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Alternatively, you can use the supplied Extension Cable for Audio to attach the XLR adaptor to the camera.
Use of this cable for attachment comes in handy when you stand away from the camera and use the microphone
attached to the XLR adaptor for recording.
Note
Using the supplied Extension Cable for Audio with products other than XLR-K3M may affect its performance, leading to accidents
or malfunction.
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Remove the connector protect caps from the XLR adaptor and the Extension Cable for Audio.1.
Slide the Multi Interface foot of the XLR adaptor into the shoe of the Extension Cable for Audio ( ), and then rotate
the lock dial in the “LOCK” direction ( ) to firmly secure the adaptor.
2.
Slide the Multi Interface foot of the Extension Cable for Audio in to the shoe on the camera ( ), and then rotate the
lock dial in the “LOCK” direction ( ) to firmly secure the cable.
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XLR Adaptor Kit
XLR-K3M
Attaching/removing the supplied microphone
Attach the supplied microphone (ECM-XM1) to the XLR adaptor.
Note
Before attaching/removing the microphone to the adaptor, be sure to set the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch to the position
other than “MIC+48V.” While the switch is set to “MIC+48V,” plugging/unplugging the cable from the microphone may cause a
loud noise or a malfunction of the microphone.
Fit the supplied wind screen over the microphone.
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Unlock the microphone holder and open the lid of the holder.
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Place the microphone on the microphone holder so that the model name (ECM-XM1) inscribed on the
microphone faces upward, close the lid of the holder, and then lock the holder.
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Connect the cable from the microphone to the INPUT1 jack on the XLR adaptor.
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To remove the microphone
Related Topic
Using the supplied microphone
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Tuck the cable from the microphone into the cable holder on the XLR adaptor.
Do not tug the cable with excessive force or let the cable bend before you tuck it into the cable holder to avoid a
possible significant tilt of the microphone attached to the microphone holder.
To achieve sufficient vibration isolation effect, be sure to avoid a significant tilt of the microphone.
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Set the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch to “MIC+48V.”
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Set the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch to the position other than “MIC+48V.”1.
Press and hold the release lever, grasp the plug of the cable from the microphone, and the pull out the cable.2.
Remove the microphone from the microphone holder.3.
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Selecting the digital or analog input type
Set the audio input type.
Related Topic
Supported camera models
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Change the DIGITAL/ANALOG switch setting to suit your camera.
If your camera is compatible with the audio interface of the Multi Interface Shoe, set the switch to “DIGITAL.” This
allows the unit and the attached camera to communicate with each other with digital signals and provide audio
recording with minimum noise insertion.
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XLR-K3M
Using the supplied microphone
Use the supplied microphone that you attached to the XLR adaptor following the instructions in “Attaching/removing the
supplied microphone” for recording.
You can record super-directional monaural sound.
Make sure that the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch is set to “MIC+48V.”
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Set the ATT (INPUT1) switch to “10dB.” (Recommended)
With the ATT switch, you can set the standard input level suitable for the sensitivity of the microphone connected to
the XLR adaptor or for the volume level of the input audio. When using the supplied microphone, it is recommended
that you set the switch to “10dB.”
To use a microphone other than the supplied one or an external device, see “Using a device, such as an external
audio device.”
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Set the INPUT SELECT switch to “IN1.”
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Note
Adjustment of the recording volume level on the attached camera does not work.
Related Topic
Selecting the digital or analog input type
Minimizing noise with the LOW CUT function
Selecting the audio input for recording audio to the channels on the camera
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The audio from the microphone connected to the INPUT1 jack is recorded to both the CH1 and CH2 channels on
the attached camera.
Adjust the recording volume level.
For detailed instructions on adjustment, see “Adjusting the recording volume level.”
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Operate the camera to start recording.
For details, refer to the Help Guide provided for your camera.
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Using a device, such as an external audio device
Use a microphone other than the supplied one or an external audio device, such as an audio mixer, for recording.
Note
Before connecting/disconnecting a device to/from the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack, be sure to set the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V)
or INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch to the position other than “MIC+48V.” While the switch is set to “MIC+48V,”
plugging/unplugging the cable from the device may cause a loud noise or a malfunction of the device.
Connect your desired device to the INPUT1, INPUT2, or INPUT3 jack on the XLR adaptor.
When using either the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack, connect the device to the INPUT1 jack.
When connecting the device to the INPUT3 jack, proceed to step .
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Select an input audio source.
Depending on the device connected to the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack, set the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) or
INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch as follows:
LINE (Standard input level at +4 dBu (0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms)): An external audio device (e.g. an audio mixer)
MIC: A dynamic microphone or a microphone with the built-in battery
MIC+48V: A microphone compatible with +48V power (phantom power)
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With the INPUT SELECT switch, select the audio input for recording audio to the channels on the attached
camera.
Select the audio input jack on the unit (INPUT1, INPUT2, or INPUT3) through which audio is recorded to the
channels on the camera.
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Note
When the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) or INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch is set to “LINE,” the standard input level is fixed
at +4 dBu. The standard input level does not change depending on the ATT switch setting.
Hint
If the noise from the jacks with no device connected is disturbing, set the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) or INPUT2
(LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch to “LINE.”
Related Topic
Selecting the digital or analog input type
Minimizing noise with the LOW CUT function
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For details, see “Selecting the audio input for recording audio to the channels on the camera.”
When the device is connected to the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack, set the standard input level of the
microphone.
When the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) or INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch is set to either “MIC” or
“MIC+48V,” you can set the standard input level with the ATT (INPUT1) or ATT (INPUT2) switch. Select the level
suitable for the sensitivity of the connected microphone or for the volume level of the input audio.
0dB: Standard input level at -60 dBu
Suitable for recording with a low-sensitivity microphone while amplifying sounds.
10dB: Standard input level at -50 dBu
Recommended input level for the supplied microphone.
20dB: Standard input level at -40 dBu
Suitable for recording with a high-sensitivity microphone while keeping the sound volume low.
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Adjust the recording volume level.
For detailed instructions on adjustment, see “Adjusting the recording volume level.”
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XLR-K3M
Minimizing noise with the LOW CUT function
Minimize unwanted noises, such as wind noise, air-conditioning noise, and vibration noise, by attenuating low-frequency
components of the input audio from the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack.
Related Topic
Using the supplied microphone
Using a device, such as an external audio device
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Change the LOW CUT (INPUT1) or LOW CUT (INPUT2) switch setting.
Select either “300Hz” or “100Hz” depending on the noise to minimize.
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Adjusting the recording volume level
Adjust the recording volume level of the input audio from the INPUT1, INPUT2, or INPUT3 jack.
Note
While the unit is attached to a camera, adjustment of the recording volume level on the camera does not work.
To automatically adjust the recording volume level
Set the AUTO/MAN(/LINK) switch to “AUTO.”
If the input audio is loud, the recording volume level will be lowered automatically to avoid audio distortion.
Hint
To synchronize recording volume level adjustment of the input audio from the INPUT2 jack automatically to the INPUT1 jack, set
the AUTO/MAN/LINK (INPUT2) switch to “LINK.” This synchronization comes in handy for receiving audio through the INPUT1
and INPUT2 jacks and recording the audio in stereo.
Setting the AUTO/MAN (INPUT1) switch to “MAN” and the AUTO/MAN/LINK (INPUT2) switch to “LINK” disables the AUDIO
LEVEL dial for the INPUT2 jack. This allows you to adjust both of the recording volume levels of the input audio from the INPUT1
and INPUT2 jacks simultaneously with the AUDIO LEVEL dial for the INPUT1 jack.
Related Topic
Set the AUTO/MAN(/LINK) switch for the audio input jack (INPUT1/INPUT2/INPUT3) to “MAN.”
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Rotate the AUDIO LEVEL dial to adjust the volume to the appropriate level.
Make sure that the volume is at the appropriate level by monitoring the audio recording volume with the connected
headphones or the volume level meter on the attached camera.
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Using the supplied microphone
Using a device, such as an external audio device
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