User’s Manual DPA 5100 Mobile Surround Microphone
W W W . D P A M I C R O P H O N E S . C O M Please visit our website and learn more about DPA Microphones. DPA 5100 User’s Manual General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5.1 surround sound playback system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mounting the microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Connecting and disconnecting the cable. . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Cable configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General description The DPA 5100 is an easy-to-use plug and play Mobile Surround Microphone. It has real-time 5.1 discrete analog output channels without any need for further signal processing. The sound character is very rich and has an enveloping three-dimensional surround atmosphere, yet with appropriate coherence, channel separation and localization accuracy. The unit has an enormous dynamic range and low distortion, and is extremely light-weight (530 g/18.7 oz).
5.1 surround sound playback system In order for you to benefit fully from the intended surrounding effect of the 5100, it is advisable that you are familiar with the 5.1 surround playback setup. “5” refers to the number of full range discrete channels, “.1” refers to the frequency limited range of the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel. • Two full frequency range channels for speakers at the front: Left (L) and Right (R). • One full frequency range channel for speaker between left and right: Center (C).
Connecting and disconnecting the cable The 5.1 output of the 5100 runs through a multi-pin Lemo connector carrying all six channels electronically balanced. The enclosed DAO5105 5 m (16 ft) six-pair Mogami cable breaks out to six Neutrik XLR-M connectors. Other cable lengths are available as optional accessories. Note To align the two red marks, gently push the connector into the terminal beneath the 5100 until it locks with a click. Disconnect the cable by drawing it away from the 5100 at the cylinder.
The LFE output The LFE output is derived from a sum of the left and right microphones and is running through a low pass filter at 120 Hz and is attenuated 10 dB conforming with the LFE level standard. Mixing the signals The unit is in perfect surround balance and does not need any level off-sets. Simply gain all microphones equally (including the LFE signal). However, some applications may benefit from minor adjustments to achieve the desired level balance on the 5.
Specifications & Graphs for DPA 5100 CRITERIAS Directional characteristics Principle of operation Cartridge type Frequency range Sensitivity, nominal ±3 dB at 1 kHz Equivalent noise level, A-weighted S/N ratio (A-weighted), re.
Frequency responses for DPA 5100 Typical frequency response of DPA 5100 at 0 degrees Typical frequency response of DPA 5100 at 30 degrees 10 10 0 0 -10 -10 -20 -20 20 Hz 50 100 200 500 1 kHz 2 5 10 20 40 20 Hz 50 100 200 500 1 kHz Typical frequency response of DPA 5100 at 60 degrees Typical frequency response of DPA 5100 at 90 degrees 10 10 0 0 -10 -10 -20 20 Hz 2 5 10 20 40 2 5 10 20 40 5 10 20 40 -20 50 100 200 500 1 kHz 2 5 10 20 40 20 Hz 50 1
Polar patterns for DPA 5100 Typical directional charateristics of DPA 5100 (normalized) 5100 Polær Center 5 dB 5100 Polær Left 5100 Polær Right 1 kHz 16 kHz 2 kHz 5 dB 250 Hz 500 Hz 8 kHz 5 dB 4 kHz Center 16 kHz 1 kHz 16 kHz 1 kHz 2 kHz 250 Hz 500 Hz 8 kHz 2 kHz 4 kHz 250 Hz Left 500 Hz 8 kHz 4 kHz Right 5100 Polær SL 5100 Polær RS 5 dB 5 dB 1 kHz 1 kHz 2 kHz 250 Hz 500 Hz 8 kHz 2 kHz 4 kHz 250 Hz 500 Hz 8 kHz Right Surround Left Surround 9 4 kHz
Accessories included DAO5105 Lemo 2B-series 18-pole Female to 6xXLR-M, 5 m (16.4 ft) OC5100 Outdoor Cover for DPA 5100 DDB2251 Thread adapter 5/8” – 3/8” Accessories available DAO5110 Lemo 2B-series 18-pole Female to 6xXLR-M, 10 m (32.8 ft) DAO5120 Lemo 2B-series 18-pole Female to 6xXLR-M, 20 m (65.
Service and repair Do not service the DPA 5100 yourself. Do not try to open the unit, or it will have to be resealed professionally by the factory. If the fabric is torn, the unit will suffer from less wind and water protection. Products from DPA Microphones are extremely stable and there should not be any significant change in the specifications with time and use.
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