Audio Technica ES935S Installation And Operation

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The ES935S/C is a wide-range condenser
microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. It is
designed for quality sound reinforcement,
professional recording, television and other
demanding sound pickup applications. The
small-diameter gooseneck design permits
highly flexible positioning while maintaining a
smooth, well-contoured appearance. An
included snap-on foam windscreen effectively
reduces noise from wind or ventilation air
currents.
The cardioid polar pattern provides a 120°
angle of acceptance. Additional interchange-
able elements with hypercardioid (100°) and
MicroLine ® (90°) pickup patterns are available.
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Installation and Operation
Output is low impedance balanced. The
output connector mates with XLRF-type
cable connectors. The balanced signal appears
across Pins 2 and 3, while the ground (shield)
connection is Pin 1. Output is phased so that
positive acoustic pressure produces positive
voltage at Pin 2, in accordance with industry
convention.
The microphone can be mounted on a
podium or desktop with the included AT8658
shock mount. A special isolator attenuates
noise, shock and vibration transmitted through
the mounting surface. Installation details are
provided on the back of this sheet.
The microphone can also be mounted
using the AT8651 mounting adapter. The
microphone inserts directly into the XLRF-
type connector end of the adapter, while the
other end is 5 / "-27 threaded to allow connec-
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tion to a standard microphone desk/floor
stand, or a mounting flange on a podium or
desktop. To install: Disassemble the XLRF
insert from the adapter body. Route the mic
cable (2-conductor shielded, not supplied)
either through the side hole or from the
bottom of the adapter body. If the side hole is
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Architects and Engineers Specifications

The microphone shall be a fixed-charge
condenser with a frequency response of
30 Hz to 20,000 Hz and a cardioid polar
pattern with uniform 120° angle of accep-
tance. It shall be capable of accepting optional
interchangeable elements for additional polar
patterns. It shall operate from an external 11V
to 52V DC phantom power source. It shall be
capable of handling sound input levels up to
138 dB with a dynamic range of 109 dB.
Nominal open-circuit output voltage shall be
10.0 mV at 1 kHz, 1 Pascal. Output shall be
low impedance balanced (250 ohms).
The microphone shall have a self-contained
power module with an XLRM-type connector
at the base for direct connection to a mating
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Description
The integral power module can be powered
from any external 11V to 52V DC phantom
power supply. A recessed switch in the power
module permits choice of flat response
or low-frequency roll-off to help control
undesired ambient noise. A mute switch in the
base lights when the mic is "on."
The microphone is enclosed in a rugged
housing with a low-reflectance black finish. It
features an XLRM-type connector insert at its
base, allowing it to be plugged directly into an
XLRF-type panel jack or microphone cable. In
addition to an AT8658 heavy-duty shock
mount, an AT8651 thread-mount adapter is
included to permit attachment of the XLR mic
base to a standard
or mounting flange.
used, the diameter of the cable should be 0.2"
(5 mm) maximum. Solder the conductors to
the XLRF insert using Pin 1 as ground (shield),
Pin 2 as positive (signal hot), and Pin 3 as neg-
ative (signal common). Reassemble the adapter
mount and test the wiring.
The provided snap-on foam windscreen
simply slips over the element, effectively
reducing wind noise or "popping" when used
extra close.
The small-diameter gooseneck is easy to
manipulate for proper positioning. Heavily
lubricated, it operates smoothly and quietly.
Should the unit become noisy with prolonged
use, apply a light machine oil directly on the
gooseneck area affected.
While a modern condenser microphone
is not unduly sensitive to the environment,
temperature extremes can be harmful.
Exposure to high temperature can result in
gradual and permanent reduction of the out-
put level. Avoid leaving the microphone in the
open sun or in areas where temperatures
exceed 110° F (43° C) for long periods of
time. Extremely high humidity should also be
avoided.
XLRF-type panel jack or cable connector. The
power module shall include an illuminating
mute switch to indicate "on" status and a
recessed switch for low-frequency roll-off. A
shock mount shall be supplied for mounting in
a solid surface. An included mounting adapter
shall permit attaching the microphone direct-
ly to a standard
windscreen shall also be included.
The microphone shall be a small-diameter
gooseneck design, with an overall length of
7.52" (191.0 mm). Head diameter shall be
0.33" (8.4 mm). The microphone weight shall
be 3.0 oz (86 grams). Finish shall be low-
reflectance black.
The Audio-Technica ES935S/C is specified.
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5 / "-27 threaded mic stand
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5 / "-27 thread. A snap-on foam
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ES935S / C
Cardioid Condenser
Gooseneck Microphone
with Mute Switch/LED
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