User Manual

Universal Lavalier Microphone
• Clip-on lapel microphone for Smartphones, cameras,
camcorders, audio recorders, PCs, and other audio/video
recording devices
• High-quality condenser microphone, ideal for accurate
voice recording
• Omni-directional pick-up pattern for exible, easy use
• Low handling noise
Using the microphone with a laptop
Using the microphone with a camera
1 Install battery in right polarities.
2 Attach the microphone to your clothing (see previous
instructions).
3 Move the switch on the power pack to the Camera (on)
setting.
4 Plug the 3.5 mm connector into the audio input jack of
your DSLR, Point and Shoot camera, or camcorder, and
begin lming.
Note
Not all cameras have a microphone input. Verify
this with your camera manufacturer. Many cameras
have headphone, remote control, and other ports
that look similar to a microphone input. Make sure
that you are using the correct one.
1) BOYA BY-M1 can only use laptop whose headphone
jack and microphone jack is combined.
2) No need to install battery.
Note
1) When move switch on the power pack to the Camera
(on), make sure to install battery in right polarities.
2) No need to install battery when OFF/ Smartphone
setting.
3) Make sure set the switch rst, then connect microphone
with your equipment.
Using the microphone with a Smartphone
1 Attach the microphone to your clothing (see previous
instructions).
2 Move the switch on the power pack to the OFF/Smartphone.
3 Plug the 3.5 mm connector into the audio jack of your
smartphone.
4 Open the audio-only or video recording app and begin
recording.
1 Attach the microphone to your clothing (see previous
instructions).
2 Move the switch on the power pack to the OFF/Smartphone.
3 Plug the 3.5 mm connector into the audio jack of your
laptop.
4 Open the audio app and begin recording.
Caution
No need to install battery when using with
Smartphone.
Replacing the battery
1 Unscrew the two parts of the power pack and
separate the pieces.
2 Remove the old battery from its compartment in the
power pack.
3 Place the new battery, with the + and - oriented as
indicated, into the battery compartment in the
power pack. The + symbol is stamped inside the
compartment for reference.
Specications
Package Contents:
• One BY-M1 Lavalier microphone
• Foam wind screen
• Clothing clip
• Velcro
• Battery (LR44)
• Carrying case
• User Manual
Main features
Features
Tips and notes:
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Thanks for choosing BOYA!
The BOYA BY-M1 is universal Lavalier Microphone, which can
be used with camears, smartphones, and other recording
devices.
It is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.
Introduction
In order to ensure you have a good experience, please read
this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
(8-10 inches)
20-25cm
Attach the microphone to the front of your clothing
with the clothing clip, about 20-25cm (8-10 inches)
from your face.
1) Attach the microphone upside down to reduce
excessive breath noises and tonal inconsistencies
due to head movements.
2) It is recommended that you use the foam wind
screen at all times to avoid wind noise, even when
recording inside.
Mounting the microphone to your Clothing
① Tape a loose loop of the microphone cord to the inside
of your clothing.
This provides additional strain relief for the microphone
cord and isolation from unwanted noise.
② Before recording an important event, record and play back
a short test clip with the microphone attached to ensure
audio recording is functioning properly.
Using the microphone with other devices
1 Install battery in right polarities.
2 Attach the microphone to your clothing (see previous
instructions).
3 Move the switch on the power pack to the Camera (on)
setting.
4 Plug the 3.5 mm connector into the audio input jack of
your device (audio recorder, amplier etc.), and begin
recording.
Note
BOYA AUDIO EQUIPMENT (SHENZHEN) CO., LIMITED
Add: A16 building, New Material Industrial Park of
Silicon Valley Power, Guanlan Town, Shenzhen, China
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.boya-mic.com
Using the microphone
Attaching the microphone to the clothing
clip
• Insert the microphone into the plastic loop on the
clothing clip.
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The microphone
does not turn on
The battery may be incorrectly oriented in the battery
compartment. Open the battery compartment and make sure the
battery is correctly installed.
The battery may be exhausted. Replace it with a new one. See the
Specications section for compatible replacements.
The battery terminals are dirty. Open the battery compartment and
clean the terminals with a cotton swab.
The battery
discharges too
quickly
The micro
phone is being left on (in the Camera position). Turn o
the microphone by moving the switch to the O/Smartphone
position.
You are using the microphone in extremely hot or cold conditions
which drains it quickly.
Too much
ambience noise is
being picked up
Make sure that the microphone is as close as possible to the subject.
A certain amount of ambient noise is unavoidable in loud
environments.
Specications
Transducer Electret condenser
Polar pattern Omni-directional
Frequency range 65 Hz ~ 18 KHz
Signal/Noise 74 dB SPL
Sensitivity -30 dB +/- 3 dB / 0 dB=1V/Pa, 1 kHz
Output impedance 1000 Ohm or less
Battery type LR44 included (compatible with LR44, 357, and SR44)
Connector 3.5mm (1/8”) 4-pole gold plug
Weight
Dimensions
Microphone: 2.5g
Power Module: 18g
Microphone: 18.00mmH x 8.30mmW x 8.30mmD
Cable: 6.0m
# Item Description
1 Omni-directional
microphone
Picks up sound. The sound enters through the holes in the top
of the capsule.
2 Power pack Provides power for the microphone for use with cameras and
other devices requiring a powered mic.
3 Camera setting Turns the power on to the microphone. For use with cameras
and other devices requiring a powered mic.
4 OFF/Smartphone
setting
Turns the power o to the microphone. For use with
Smartphones and other devices requiri
ng an unpowered mic.
NOTE: Keep the device in this mode when not in use to save
the battery.
5 3.5 mm connector Connects the microphone to the Smartphone, camera,
camcorder, or other recording device.
BY-M1