d:voteTM 4099U Universal Clip Microphone
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1. Service amp repair If you are not satisfied with the characteristics exhibited by this product please go to www dpamicrophones com service for instructions Warranty The dote 4099 Instrument Microphone is covered by a two year limited warranty CE marking This product conforms with all relevant directives approved by the European Commission 23 Product features and specifications are subject to change without notice DPA A NS MICROPHONES Head Office DPA Microphones A S Gydevang 42 44 DK 3450 Alleroed Denmark Ter 45 4814 2828 Fax 45 4814 2 00 info dpamicrophones com www dpamicrophones com US Sales Office DPA Microphones Inc 500 Kansas Avenue Unit 3A Longmont CO 80501 USA Tel I 303 485 1025 Fax I 303 485 6470 info usa dpamicrophones com www dpamicrophones com HOA2. User s manual 0 0 4099B cwNOte 4099C c vote 4099D cwNOte 4099G cwOte 4099P cwvote 40998 cwote 4099T 0016 7 4099U 0 0 7 4099v Instrument Microphones www dpamicrophones com dvote CONTENTS FOOdUCEOSSCHIBIOPILas sax ocre XU TOR Pura 0239 REPRE ERE RS E chos Di P 4 dote 4077 CIO Cele cercada ee ean bas 4 a 0000 5 cote 40 77S TOP Guida DOO ua aor telar oy Sie E Ee ae ops 8 d vote 4099P Stereo Microphone System for Plan0 d d vote 40995 for Saxophones Bass Clarinet 0 0000 eae 10 d ivote 40991 for Brass 20000000 nn d vote 4099U Universal Clip Microphone nasan 0 0 0 cee eee 12 d ivote 4099V forWiolin Mandolin 2202 4 application NOTES e us es au 7 15 PPP IIA l6 Using the DPA addplels sse cha eee doce 44 ACEESSOLIOS iaa sg ron e ippo epa das reas 8 14 52 E LT 19 saec i lp arci Pm 20 service and AA 22 cir 1423700000 900340304 443 9 3998 23 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The d vote 4099 clip microphone range features a modular design with many combinations of microphones holders cables and connectors The microphones are available in two sensitivities normal sensitivity for most instruments low sensitivity for high SPL handling of brass and drums marked with a dot on the cuff Standard gooseneck length is 140 mm 5 5 in The optional go
3. fixation part over the grip Mounting the microphone Mount the d vote 4099B on the bass by attaching it on the two outer strings between the bridge and the tailpiece Let the holder curve inwards a 1 ME P For the most natural sound below the bridge between instrument top belly and strings For the highest output angled to one of the f holes d vote 4099C Clip Microphone for Cello Mounting the gooseneck Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip Mounting the microphone Mount the d vote 4099C on the cello between the bridge and the tailpiece Attach it on the two outer strings let the holder curve outwards Adjust the gooseneck and microphone angle to your desired taste For the most natural sound below the bridge between instrument top belly and strings For the highest output angled to one of the f holes d vote 4099D Clip Microphone for Drums Mounting the gooseneck Secure the gooseneck in the holder The gooseneck securing part can be angled 90 degrees offering maximum placement possibilities Detach the part from the clip and re mount it turned 90 degrees for a horizontal gooseneck arm Mounting on instrument The enclosed clip fits most drums and percussion instruments and can be mounted two ways either upwards or downwards hi p b om Clip mounted upwards Upward turning clip positioning allows for mic placements across the drum skin and will be the mos
4. the hook and loop fastener around the instrument and insert the end into the opening below the gooseneck Tight firmly if necessary by pushing the holder at the same time d vote 4099V Clip Microphone for Violin and Mandolin Adjusting the clip height The height of the VC4099 Violin Clip can easily be adjusted to fit a wide variety of stringed instruments with a body depth between 35 mm 1 4 in and 55 mm 2 1 in Press the lock on the side of the clip to increase height Adjusting the gooseneck and microphone angle The gooseneck can flex in all directions Bend the gooseneck to fit the natural curves of the instrument Turn the microphone to the desired angle Application note Most players prefer the d ivote 4099 to be placed on the left side of the instrument to avoid restricting the players movement Point the micro phone away from the performer s head to avoid breath noise For optimum volume point the microphone toward the f hole Please note that this also makes the sound character a little duller which may or may not suit your taste If not point the microphone at the bridge GENERAL APPLICATION NOTES e Always use the d vote 4099 in its dedicated foam windscreen and shock absorbing rubber mounts When running wireless it is recommended to use a low cut filter at 80 Hz in the transmitter to avoid handling and moving noise This low cut filter is built into the DAD4099 XLR adapter supplied with d vote 40
5. 099 Double Cable 5 m 16 4 ft DUA4099 Foam Windscreen for 4099 DMM0007 Universal Surface Mounts GE4099 Gooseneck Extension 80 mm 3 15 in for d vote MICROPHONE MAINTENANCE DPA dwote 4099 is designed with highly resistant and protective materi als in the construction so do not try to clean the microphone as it is unnecessary Do not use any spray or fluid containing chemicals that could remove static electricity on or close to the microphone This could cause per manent damage Should the foam windscreen need replacement remove it from the mi crophone Draw the windscreen not the microphone away from the shock mount while holding the microphone cable Cleaning or washing of the windscreen can be done in distilled water For cable cleaning Use organic oil e g olive oil or lukewarm distilled water to remove residue from tape or glue The DPA dote 4099 is very resistant to humidity and sweat but keep it away from unnecessary exposure to water and cleaning fluids keep ele ment dry at all times It should not be used in direct heavy rain Avoid excessive pressure on the microphone element he microphone will not perform to its specifications if the directional tube under the foam windscreen has been bent from its original shape If the directional tube becomes misshapen it should be re shaped as close as possible to its original cylindrical shape To minimize potential cable damage wind up excess cable in soft fi
6. 99G 4099V 40995 and 4099 1 e The optional DMMOO0 Universal Surface Mounts can be useful to control the cable run along the instrument Tip The same gooseneck microphone boom can be used with alternate clips that are specific to each instrument Bear in mind the difference in mic sensitivity according to different instru ments sound pressure levels see page 16 HOLDERS BC4099 Clip for Bass LN DC4099 Clip for Drum PC4099 Magnet Mount for Piano UC4099 Universal Clip CC4099 Clip for Cello GC4099 Guitar Clip S1C4099 Sax Irumpet Clip VC4099 Violin Clip USING THE DPA ADAPTERS All DPA dote 4099 cables are terminated with a MicroDot connector at the end of the gooseneck When used in conjunction with our range of over 35 adapters the MicroDot connector provides the ability to con nect to virtually all available pro wireless systems Various wireless systems require the use of electronics inside the adapter to optimize the signal level the DC offset and powering of the built in microphone preamplifier Using the adapters from DPA ensures the cor rect electronic circuit with the listed types of wireless systems please visit www dpamicrophones com adapters The included XLR adapter allows the 4099 to work as a regular 48V phantom powered microphone The belt clip can be removed and re placed with the enclosed ring for use of the adapter directly in stage boxes or mixing consoles Dismoun
7. Up to 300 m 984 ft with DAD4099 or DAD6001 BC XLR adapter Output balance principle Signal balanced with DAD4099 or DAD600 BC XLR adapter Common Mode Rejection Ratio CMRR gt 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099 or DAD6001 BC XLR adapter Power supply Min 5 V max 50 V through DPA adapter for wireless systems 48 V phantom power 4V with DAD4099 or DAD6001 BC XLR adapter Current consumption Typ 1 5 mA microphone 3 5 mA with DAD4099 or DAD6001 BC XLR adapter Connector MicroDot XLR M Color Black Weight Max 50 g 1 8 oz Microphone length 45 mm 1 8 in Cable length 8 m 6 ft Cable diameter 5 mm 0 06 in or 2 8 mm 0 1 in Gooseneck length 40 mm 5 5 in Gooseneck extension length 5 mm 3 in Capsule diameter 5 4 mm 0 2 in 4 kHz 250Hz 599 Hz 9 KH Polar Pattern Directional characteristics of DPA d vote 4099 normalized 21 WAY a Lo ee ee ee pm X ERA 2 pT NY EN S NUO T On Axis Frequency Response Measured at 20 cm 7 9 in distance l 1 10 cm r 100 LL d 11006 11 Dd 1 kHz 2 5 10 20 40 500 100 200 50 20Hz The Proximity Effect The proximity effect exhibited by DPA d vote 4099 22 On Axis Frequency Response with DAD4099 XLR Adapter Measured at 20 cm 7 9 in distance On Axis Frequency Response with DAD4099 XLR Adapter Measured at 10 cm 3 9 in distance ce X
8. gure of eight loops preferably 6 8 cm 2 5 3 in in diameter this also helps to reduce handling noise Do not bend the cable or rub it harshly that may stress the inner cores and cause them to break over time 20 Directional characteristics Supercardioid Principle of operation Pressure gradient Cartridge type Pre polarized condenser Frequency range 20 Hz 20 kHz Frequency range t 2 dB 20 cm 7 9 in distance 80 Hz 15 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10 12 kHz Second order low cut filter at 80 Hz with DAD4099 Sensitivity nominal 3 dB at kHz d vote 4099B 4099C 4099G 4099P 40995 4099U 4099V 6 mV Pa 44 dB re V Pa d vote 4099D 4099T 2 mV Pa 54 dB re V Pa Equivalent noise level A weighted d vote 4099B 4099C 4099G 4099P 40995 4099U 4099V Typ 23 dB A re 20 pPa max 26 dB A d vote 4099D 4099T Typ 28 dB A re 20 Pa max 31 dB A S N ratio A weighted re kHz at I Pa 94 dB SPL d vote 4099B 4099C 4099G 4099P 40995 4099U 4099V 71 dB d vote 4099D 4099T 66 dB Total Harmonic Distortion THD lt 26 up to 123 dB SPL peak gt up to 120 dB SPL RMS sine Dynamic range d vote 4099B 4099C 4099G 4099P 40995 4099U 4099V 100 dB d vote 4099D 4099T 95 dB Max SPL peak before clipping d vote 4099B 4099C 4099G 4099P 40995 4099U 4099V 142 dB d vote 4099D 4099T 152 dB Output impedance From MicroDot 30 40 ohm From DAD4099 DAD6001 BC 100 ohm Cable drive capability
9. nstrument and then release It will now fit the shape of the instrument This will vary depending on the required instrument and playing style Adjusting the gooseneck and microphone angle The gooseneck can flex in all directions Bend the gooseneck to fit the natural curves of the instrument Turn the microphone to the desired angle Application notes For trumpet trombone and instruments of similar sizes For the smooth est sound do not point the microphone directly into the center of the bell but position it between the center position and the bell s edge All types of mutes can be used together with the d vote 4099 d voter 4099U Universal Clip Microphone Mounting the gooseneck The gooseneck securing part can be angled 90 degrees offering maxi mum placement possibilities Detach the part from the clip and re mount it turned 90 degrees for a horizontal gooseneck arm Application note Close miking instruments like oboe clarinet soprano saxophone and bassoon calls for a certain care in the placement and angling of the mi crophone The dote 4099 holds a supercardioid directionality and may end up creating an uneven timbre Tip Create as much distance as possible with the gooseneck and place the mic head above the bell Twist it backwards to the instrument and point it towards the upper joint the keys closest to the mouthpiece In this way the entire instrument range will be covered most naturally Place
10. on on the instrument and reduce the height to fit the instrument by pressing the parts firmly together Mounting the gooseneck Choose the desired gooseneck height and place it in the grip Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip Mounting on instrument The d vote 4099 can be easily readjusted and moved to another instru ment by using just one hand Squeeze the two clamp knobs on the clip to expand it mount on the instrument and then release It will now fit the shape of the instrument This will vary depending on the required instrument and playing style Application note A recommended miking placement for the most balanced sound is where the fretboard meets the body typically above the 2th fret For optinum volume point the microphone toward the sound hole A blend between your guitars pick up and the d vote 4099 condenser microphone is often a good choice on stage This can provide even more gain before feedback while keeping a natural gurtar tone The optional DAO4099 Double Cable will reduce cable clutter d vote 4099P Stereo Microphone System for Piano Mounting the gooseneck in holders Secure the goosenecks in the holders by sliding the fixation part over the grip Placement of microphones Place the holders in the piano frame and adjust the microphone angle to preferred sonic taste he microphones can be spaced apart angled apart or both Specifications specific to the d vo
11. oseneck extension unit adds 7 0 mm 2 8 in to the length allowing flexibility in finding the instrument s sweet spot The eight different holders will fit the vast majority of instruments Detachable cables Detachable cables make it convenient to mount the mic on an instrument before connecting it The choice of two different cable qualities makes it possible to tailor your mic to the specific task you may want to use the heavy duty cable for PA Live gigs and the easier to hide thinner cable for personal use on instruments where you dont want the cable weight to interfere with your performance In case of cable break service is easy and fast More than 35 different adapters are available to make the d vote 4099 fit various professional wireless systems Extending the gooseneck The gooseneck length can be altered by the optional extension unit helping with demanding positioning situations such as trombones with mutes Connect the male MicroDot at the end of the microphone gooseneck to the female MicroDot at the extension using finger torque or employing the supplied connector tightening tool for higher security Mounting the gooseneck Each holder has a grip designed to fix the microphone gooseneck Furthermore a fixation lock slides over the grip to secure it See description for each instrument solution on the following pages d vote 4099B Clip Microphone for Bass Mounting the gooseneck Secure the gooseneck by sliding the
12. t the cap of the adapter remove the belt clip and place the black ring instead Remount the cap Do not attempt to employ non standard adapters or connectors as you might damage the microphone A connector tightening tool is supplied with each adapter and should be employed whenever the MicroDot connector needs to be tightened Utilize the tightening tool before making use of the mic to ensure the connection is secure and that the cable cannot rotate by the cable relief Sensitivity and adapter overview Mic Sensitivity XLR connection 4099B Normal for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD6001 BC 1077 2 NA EO T8 YE LE Uco 13 el es DAD60OOI BC 4099D Low for high SPLs up to 152 dB DAD60OI BC No mal ier SS up to 2 iB DAD4099 4099P Normal for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD600 BC AMOS NoOima tele SIPS Ule te TAPA ale DAD4099 4099 Low for high SPLs up to 152 dB DAD4099 21020 a Or sr les ites lace DAD600 BC 4099V Normal for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD4099 The DAD4099 adapter features a permanent second order low cut filter at 80 Hz The filter minimizes handling and wind noise at the microphone output without compromising sound quality as guitar sax trumpet and violin have no appreciable frequency response below 80 Hz Signal phase Signal phase Ground External view of the output connector of the DAD4099 and DAD600 1 BC ACCESSORIES CMI618BOO Miniature Cable 1 6 mm CM2218B00 Miniature Cable 2 2 mm DAO4
13. t typical live application choice for rock Point the microphone to the middle of the drum to get more low end richness or to the edge to get more crispy bite Clip mounted downwards Downward turning clip positioning allows for mic placements a little fur ther away from the drum and will be a preferred choice for most invisible placements suitable for TV productions Sonically this position will also often be the choice for jazz Application note snare drum A snare drum may benefit from a two microphone setup one on top and one below the drum the upper mic will focus on the in your face punch and the lower mic on the snare high frequency bite from below the drum Shift polarity on one of them and blend them in the desired balance Application note bass drum The VC4099 clip optional accessory also fits the bass drum rim The bass drum too can benefit from a two microphone setup one on the stroke side and one on the front side Shift polarity on one of them and blend them in the desired balance controlling the kick sound and the low frequency component d vote 4099G Clip Microphone for Guitar Dobro Adjusting the clip height The height of the d vote 4099G clip can easily be adjusted to fit a wide variety of stringed instruments with a body depth between 35 mm 1 4 in and 122 mm 4 8 in Press the lock on the side of the clip to increase height m 2s Place the clip in tts maximum positi
14. te M 4099P Sensitivity selection tolerance for pair dB at kHz Any d vote 4099P microphone within this sensitivity tolerance is marked with a white dot on the gooseneck fixation part d vote 40995 Clip Microphone for Saxophones Bass Clarinet Mounting the gooseneck Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip Mounting on instrument The dote 40995 can be easily readjusted and moved to another instru ment by using just one hand Squeeze the two clamp knobs on the clip to expand it mount on the instrument and then release It will now fit the shape of the instrument This will vary depending on the required instrument and playing style Application note soprano sax For a round and warm character place the d vote 40995 as far away from the bell as possible Place it in front of the bell for a harder sound with more bite Application note alto tenor baritone sax lo create the most balanced sound do not point the microphone directly into the bell but angle it between the bell and the keys In this way you will obtain a nice blend from the two sound components of the saxophone d vote 4099T Clip Microphone for Brass Mounting the gooseneck Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip Mounting on instrument he dvote 4099 can be easily readjusted and moved to another instrument by using just one hand Squeeze the two clamp knobs on the clip to expand it mount on the i
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