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- Page 1 DSF-2 MKII Broadcast Microphone System User Guide Version 1.0 System comprises: • DSF-2 MKII 1U Digital Microphone Controller • DSF-2 Microphone in Leather Case • 20m SoundField Microphone Cable • Shockmount • Mains Power Cable • Owners Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Controls Rycote Assembly Instructions 10-12 A Practical Guide For Use on 5.1 Outside Broadcasts 13-15 Interfacing the DSF-2 with the DSF-3 for Live Surround Broadcast Specification - Warranty 12 Pin Connector Wiring Details for SoundField Microphone Cables Contents Page 2... -
Page 3: Safety Information
SoundField DSF-2 User Guide SAFETY INFORMATION • This equipment must be EARTHED. • Only suitably trained personnel should service this equipment. • Please read and take note of all warning and informative labels. • Before starting any servicing operation, this equipment must be isolated from the AC supply (mains) by removing the incoming IEC mains connector. -
Page 4: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED WARNING: The DSF-2 microphone is not compatible with other SoundField Control Units in the product range. SoundField Ltd will not accept any responsibility for damage caused by the interconnection of these units. WARNING: The DSF-2 1U digital controller should be sited in a cool operational environment in a well ventilated rack with 1U free space above the unit. - Page 5 KEYS TO PROPER PLACEMENT OF SOUNDFIELD MICROPHONES Getting the mic in the right place is the first step in making a good recording. With SoundField microphones, it is too easy to be lulled into complacency by the excellent stereo and surround sound pick-up they provide.
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Page 6: Controls
SoundField DSF-2 User Guide CONTROLS INPUT PAGE - provides all parameters relating to mic-pre and the microphone orientation. 1. Gain The Gain of the built-in mic-pre amplifiers is switched in 1dB steps and a total of 50dB of gain can be added. - Page 7 SoundField DSF-2 User Guide 3. End Fire The End Fire mode should be selected when the microphone is horizontally pointed ( ) at the sound source as you would with a flashlight. Selecting End Fire maintains the correct three- dimensional perspective in both surround and stereo when the mic is used in the horizontal position.
- Page 8 SoundField DSF-2 User Guide STEREO CONTROL SCREEN - the controls in the Stereo Section have no effect on the four B-Format output signals. 1. Width This control varies the stereo image from zero degrees (mono) through 90 degrees (standard stereo coincident pair) to an extra wide stereo 180 degrees.
- Page 9 (Pin 1 = ground, Pin 2 = + (positive) and Pin3 = - (negative). 5. MIC INPUT - Lemo 12 pin female panel mount connector. The DSF-2 system will drive up to 250m of SoundField mic cable with no loss of quality or signal level. Controls...
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Page 10: Rycote Assembly Instructions
SoundField DSF-2 User Guide RYCOTE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS DSF-2 Microphone and Rycote kit in flightcase. Remove end of Windshield by turning in an anti-clockwise direction. Loosen the two black plastic bolts situated on the Pistol Grip under the Windshield. Remove Windshield by gently sliding away from the Pistol Grip. - Page 11 SoundField DSF-2 User Guide Insert microphone into the inner cradle. IMPORTANT: WHEN THE MIC IS RIGGED IN ITS FINAL POSITION IN THE STADIUM FOR END-FIRE USE, THE SOUNDFIELD LOGO ON THE MIC BODY MUST BE FACING DOWNWARDS. SoundField logo facing downwards When microphone is fully inserted, tighten the two Allen bolts with the Allen key provided.
- Page 12 SoundField DSF-2 User Guide Connect microphone cable ensuring that the red dot on both the microphone and cable connector are lined up. Insert the microphone cable into the groove provided on the underside of the Windshield before replacing end of Windshield. Ensure the Windshield end is securely located in its original position.
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Page 13: A Practical Guide For Use On 5.1 Outside Broadcasts
A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR USE ON 5.1 OUTSIDE BROADCASTS by Robert Edwards, VSS Ltd. Only now have the true benefits of SoundField microphones become apparent to the sound mixers in the live television community who are now being asked to deliver 5.1 audio and more, to accompany live High Definition Broadcasts. - Page 14 “End-fire” mode, and the “End-fire” switch on the Control Unit should be selected. If the microphone is rigged so that the SoundField badge is upward, then the “Invert” switch must be selected. The multi-pin cable is connected from the microphone to the Control Unit. This outputs four channels of SoundField “B-Format”...
- Page 15 SoundField DSF-2 User Guide The SoundField has a very low noise-floor and can cope with a wide dynamic range. This is good, since the crowd reactions of sporting events also tend to have a wide dynamic range. The gain is best set while the stadium is performing tests on the PA system for safety announcements, as these are generally very loud and offer a guide to the high SPL achieved in the stadium.
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Page 16: Interfacing The Dsf-2 With The Dsf-3 For Live Surround Broadcast
SoundField DSF-2 User Guide INTERFACING THE DSF-2 WITH THE DSF-3 DIGITAL SURROUND PROCESSOR FOR LIVE SURROUND BROADCAST In this configuration the DSF-2/DSF-3 combination will deliver six discrete channels of digital 5.1 surround sound. It is a very quick and effective way to record surround. After some practice and once you know how to get the best from your system, it will yield consistent results. -
Page 17: Specification
SoundField DSF-2 User Guide SPECIFICATION Audio Specification - Control Unit Analogue Inputs: maximum input level 24dBu Analogue Limiter: when enabled threshold set to 22dBu Analogue Bandwidth: 10Hz – 20KHz +/- 0.1dB Analogue to Digital Converter: 2 x CS5381 Supported Sample rates: 48K... -
Page 18: Warranty
All products should be thoroughly inspected immediately upon delivery. If there is any damage to the product a claim should be filed with the carrier immediately. A quotation to repair shipment damage can be obtained from SoundField Ltd. Final claims and negotiations with the carrier are the responsibility of the customer. -
Page 19: Pin Connector Wiring Details For Soundfield Microphone Cables
Pin 8 Pin 9 Voltage GND Pin 9 Pin 10 Pin 10 Pin 11 Pin 11 Pin 12 Signal GND Pin 12 SOUNDFIELD COLOUR CODING Pin 1 White Pin 2 Purple Pin 3 Grey Pin 4 Pink Pin 5 Green...
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