TL45, TL46, TL47, TL48TwinPlex™ Lavalier Microphones 3 Specifications General Description Frequency Response Features Accessories Model Variations Replacement Parts The Shure TwinPlex Cartridge Furnished Accessories Optional Accessories Care and Maintenance Wiring and Termination TwinPlex Accessories Quick Start Typical Wiring Table Frequency Caps...
TwinPlex™ Lavalier Microphones General Description The Shure TwinPlex subminiature omnidirectional lavaliers are designed to perform better than other 5 mm lavalier microphones for professional theater, film, tv, and corporate events. The TwinPlex dual-diaphragm technology yields extraordinary gain-before-feedback, off-axis response, and low self-noise while delivering life-like, exceptional clarity free of digital interference.
Paintable cables allow for discreet placement in professional theater applications. ◦ Interchangeable frequency response caps offer adjustable flat or presence responses (TL45, TL46, TL47). Model Variations Shure TwinPlex lavaliers are available in a variety of connector and sensitivity levels. Model Sound Sensitivity...
The Shure TwinPlex Cartridge Over 6 years in development, the patent pending, TwinPlex Omnidirectional element was designed to offer best in class sound quality and specifications of any lavalier to date. It utilizes a dual-diaphragm design with two side firing elements as opposed to a single, end fired design.
Shure Incorporated TwinPlex cartridge exploded view ① Diaphragm Assembly ② Spacer Washer ③ Backplate Assembly ④ Contact Spacer ⑤ Nest ⑥ PCB Care and Maintenance The TwinPlex lavalier dual-diaphragm has a nanocoating which rejects the build-up of grit from sweat and water. It is designed to withstand being blown out with a can of air for quick clean-up.
Shure Incorporated Specifications All specification values are based on using a typical bodypack with 5 V bias input or the RPM400MTQG preamplifier. When using the RPM400LEMO amplifier, refer to the RPM400LEMO specifications. Microphone Capsule Dual-Diaphragm, Prepolarized Condenser Polar Pattern Omnidirectional...
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Shure Incorporated TL45, TL47, TL48 142.0 dB SPL,1 kHz at 1% THD, typical Dynamic Range TL46 110.0 dB typical TL45,TL47, TL48 117.5 dB typical Microphone Current Draw 120 to 240 µA, typical Bias Voltage Recommended Operating Voltage 5 V DC Housing Molded ABS Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage...
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Shure Incorporated 12.0 g(0.42 oz.) All specifications measured with a 48 Vdc phantom power supply. The microphone operates at lower voltages, but with slightly decreased headroom and sensitivity. 1 Pa=94 dB SPL S/N ratio is the difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise, A-weighted...
TL45 Lemo Connector for 1.1mm cables WA411 TL46/47/48/TH53 Lemo Connector for 1.6mm cables WA416 MicroDot adapters for -MDOT versions MicroDot to LEMO 3 Pin for Shure® and Sennheiser® Bodypacks MD40LEMO MicroDot to TA4F/TQG for (Shure® Bodypacks) MD40TA4F MicroDot to TA5F/TQG (Lectrosonics® Bodypacks)
Neutrik Threaded Shell for WA430/WA435 WA445 Storage Case RPM40CASE Accessories are available in Black (/B), Tan (/T), Cocoa (/C), White (/W), and Mixed (/M) color varieties. Please consult your Shure representative for available options. -XLR Series TA4F/TQG XLR Preamplifier RPM400TQG Lemo XLR Preamplifier...
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Shure Incorporated Cable Electrical Replacement For Use Line Art (From Series Polarity Wiring Construction Design Connector With Solder Side) Lemo, ULXD1- Lemo), Sennheiser SK5212, Lectrosonics SSM, and others Red wire: Bias(2) TL46- 1.6mm cable Positive Blue wire: Audio(3) MTQG, with 2...
Shure Incorporated Converting LEMO to TA4F Cable Electrical Replacement For Use Line Art (From Series Polarity Wiring Construction Design Connector With Solder Side) Shield: Ground(1) Negative Red wire: Audio/ 1.1mm cable 2-Wire with Bias(3) TL45- with single Shure TQG/ Termination...
Shure Incorporated Cable Electrical Replacement For Use Line Art (From Series Polarity Wiring Construction Design Connector With Solder Side) Red wire: Audio/ TL46- Bias(3) LEMO, Blue wire: Not TL47- 1.6mm cable Negative connected LEMO, with 2 with 2-Wire Lectrosonics TL48-...
Shure Incorporated RPM400 Preamplifiers The RPM400 preamplifiers offer exceptional dynamic range utilizing an active gain circuit in a concise and small package. They are offered in two connector versions: TA4F and LEMO, which allows you to quickly take a wireless TL microphone and make it a wired solution.
Shure Incorporated Specifications Output Impedance 100 Ω Connector Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced Output Clipping Level 3.0 dBV,1 kHz at 1% THD, typical Microphone Bias 5 V DC Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3...
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Shure Incorporated TL45, TL47, TL48 into RPM400LEMO 111.5 dB typical TL46 into RPM400MTQG 110.0 dB typical TL45, TL47, TL48 into RPM400MTQG 117.5 dB typical Power Requirements MTQG 11–52 V DC phantom power, 4.8 mA LEMO 11–52 V DC phantom power, 5.5 mA All specifications measured with a 48 Vdc phantom power supply. The microphone operates at lower voltages, but with slightly decreased headroom and sensitivity.
Note: Testing is based on the use of supplied and recommended cable types. The use of other than shielded (screened) cable types may degrade EMC performance. The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance Authorized European representative: Shure Europe GmbH Headquarters Europe, Middle East &...