Nady Systems SCM-800 microphone
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1. NADY SCM 800 USER GUIDE Congratulations on purchasing a Nady SCM 800 FET Condenser Microphone These superior microphones are perfect for recording studio vocals acoustic instruments orchestras and choral groups ambient instrument audio and many live sound applications Powerful and versatile the SCM 800 microphones meet the stringent requirements of even the most demanding digital recording and live broadcasting applications This user guide covers the operation of the SCM 800 microphone and the available optional accessories To take full advantage of the superb features of your microphone and to enjoy long and trouble free use please read this user s guide carefully UNPACKING INSPECTION STORAGE AND TRANSPORT Your SCM 800 microphone was carefully packed at the factory and the shipping carton that was designed to protect the unit during shipping Please retain this container for subsequent transport and in the highly unlikely event that you ever need to return your microphone for servicing The optional SMCC 2 aluminum carrying case is highly recommended for the most convenient and safe transport or permanent storage It has roomy compartments for your SCM 800 microphone and all available accessories plus XLR cables STANDARD ITEMS SUPPLIED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES SCM 800 microphone 48V phantom power supply SM PS 1 User guide Aluminum flight case SMCC 2 Warranty card Shockmount SSM 3 Foam windscreen FW 2 FEATURES e Pe2. ollowing order 1 Connect the SCM 800 to the SMPS 1 2 Connect the SM PS 1 Signal O utput to your mixer 3 Connect the SM PS 1 to the AC power supply 115 230VAC 4 Turn on the SMPS 1 Power ON OFF switch 5 Slowly turn up the channel gain in your mixer to the desired level SERVICE U S Should your N ady microphone require service please contact the N ady Service Department via phone at 510 652 2411 or e mail at service nady com INTERN ATIO NAL For service please contact the N ady distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you purchased this product asec ald eee Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as it will void your warranty Type True condenser pressure gradient microphone with Equivalent noise level to IEC 268 4 A weighted 20dB A 25mm cartridge and FET preamplifier S N ratio re 1Pa 70dB Polar pattern Cardioid Power requirement 48VDC phantom power Sensitivity 40dB 2dB Current consumption lt 5mA Frequency range 30 to 20 000Hz Connector 3 pin XLR gold plated Impedance lt 250 O hms Mic cable 3 pin XLR standard cable not supplied Recommended load impedance gt 1000 O hms Size Diameter 2 0 50 5mm Length 5 94 151mm Max SPL 1 THD 1000Hz 128dB Net weight 11 802 Specifications subject to change for improvement purposes
3. phone into place USING THE FOAM WINDSCREEN The FW 2 optional foam windscreen can also be used with your SCM 800 This windscreen fits over the grill portion of the microphone and is designed primarily to decrease bass rumble from wind noise pickup during outdoor live or recording use Itis also useful in keeping mouth spray out of the microphone head The FW 2 or some other windscreen should be used whenever someone is close miked to both protect the microphone and to also eliminate popping from percussive breath sounds N ote Be aware that the foam windscreen will slightly attenuate the high frequency response of the microphone CONNECTING THE SCM 800 The SCM 800 can be used in live sound reinforcement and broadcasting and in studio or live recording It must be powered by 48V phantom power such as supplied by the optional Nady SMPS 1 phantom power supply or a mixing console with phantom powering and amplified by a microphone pre amp such as built into a mixer ora stand alone unit N ote Make sure to set the pre amp to the proper gain level too much gain may distort subse quent amplifiers and too little may result in a noisy signal The SCM 800 can be connected to your mixer or phantom power supply using a standard balanced 3 pin XLR microphone cable Before connecting to a mixer directly turn the channel to which you re connecting to its lowest gain setting If you are using the Nady SMPS 1 Phantom Power Supply connect in the f
4. rfect for all recording and broadcasting applications featuring large diaphragm true condenser design transformerless low noise high dynamic range output high SPL capacity cardioid polar pattern pickup FET preamps and rugged internal shock mounts e Provides the accurate no compromise sound reproduction of a high end studio mic ata fraction of the cost e Compact and durable with a precision turned brass housing WARNING The capsule is the heart of your condenser microphone If it becomes dirty or wet the sound will be degraded N ever spray any liquid on the microphone head Always use a foam windscreen if you talk or sing close to the microphone grill screen USING THE OPTIONAL MICROPHONE SHOCK MOUNT Your SCM 800 microphone can be used with the optional Nady SSM 3 spider shock mount or equivalent which uses an elastic suspension to isolate the microphone from vibration thereby lowering noise transmitted to the micro phone from the stand This is a useful tool in many situations such as when the performer is tapping his or her feet or when there is noise pickup from the rumbling of traffic outside of the building The disadvantage of using the shock mount is that the weight of the microphone may make it drift in the elastic suspension so mic placement may take a little longer To insert your SCM 800 microphone into the SSM 3 shock mount pinch close the levers on the sides of the mount to the open position then slide the micro
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