USER’S GUIDE Table of Contents: Introduction..............................2 Precautions...............................3 Overview.................................. 4 Powering the. Microphone.............................. 5 Mounting the. Microphone.............................. 5 Recording................................. 6 Troubleshooting......................7 MC5-MS Dual-Channel Stereo Condenser Microphone Specifications................... 8-10 Warranty...................................
Thank you for choosing Senal. The Senal MC5-MS is a professional dual-channel stereo microphone that delivers broadcast-quality sound in the studio or on location. This microphone is designed and engineered to improve and enhance the audio of professional camcorders or other recording devices that have two-channel XLR mic inputs and 48 V phantom power. The MC5-MS features two unidirectional condenser capsules set in an XY pattern to capture a wide stereo field of detailed and accurate sound.
Precautions • Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place. • Keep this product away from water and flammable gases or liquids. • Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this product yourself. • Handle this product carefully. • Clean this product with only a soft, dry cloth. • Make sure that this product is intact and that there are no missing parts. • Do not leave this microphone in the open sun, or where temperatures exceed 122°F (50°C) for extended periods.
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Powering the Microphone The MC5-MS microphone requires 48 V phantom power to operate. Phantom power is supplied by most professional video cameras, mixing consoles, or recording devices. Connect the XLR outputs to your device, and activate phantom power for both channels on your source. Mounting the Microphone Attach the MC5-MS to a camcorder via the camcorder’s microphone mount or a shock mount (not included). For mic-stand mounting, use a shock mount or standard microphone clip.
Recording with the MC5-MS Two-channel stereo 1. Attach the XLR connectors to your camcorder, mixer, or recording device. • Red—right channel • Black—left channel 2. Activate 48 V phantom power for both channels on your camcorder or device. Mono In mono mode, the microphone will only record sound to one channel. Mono recording is convenient for using the MC5-MS to record background sound to one channel, while the on-camera talent is using a hand-held or lavalier mic to record to the other channel.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution No sound is being recorded. Activate phantom power on your camcorder, mixer, or recording device. Make sure the camcorder or mixer is turned on. Your preamp gain may be turned all the way down. Gradually turn it up until reaching a satisfactory input level. Make sure the microphone is properly connected and that the connections are secure. The sound is distorted. Move the microphone away from the sound source. Can’t record in mono mode.
Performance Specifications ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ 8 ▪ ▪ Transducer Back electret condenser Polar Pattern Unidirectional, XY configuration Frequency Response Stereo: 80 Hz to 20 kHz Mono: 70 Hz to 20 kHz Directivity Unidirectional Output Impedance 30 Ω ±20%, balanced output Sensitivity Stereo: -30 dB ±3 dB (0 dB SPL = 1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) Mono: -35 dB (±3 dB) Signal-to-Noise Ratio 69 dB or more (IEC 179 A-weighted, 1 kHz, 1 Pa) Inherent Noise 25 dB SPL or less (0 dB SPL=2 × 10-5 Pa) Maximum Sound Pre
General Specifications Type Back electret condenser Power Supply External power supply 40 to 52 V DC Power Consumption Stereo: 3 mA or less × 2 channels Mono: 3 mA or less Output Connector 3-pin XLRM (×2) Dimensions Diameter: 0.94 in. (2.4 cm) Length: 5.4 in. (13.7 cm) Weight 5.6 oz.
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One-Year Limited Warranty This Senal product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
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