Shure C Series User Manual

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TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE
This Shure microphone can be used for karaoke, sound reinforce-
ment, or recording. Its wide frequency response and high output
make vocal performances sound clear and vibrant. It is also suitable
for instrument pickup.
FEATURES
Unidirectional (cardioid) pickup pattern to minimize feed-
back (howling).
Durable metal construction
Wide frequency response
Neodymium magnet for high output
On–Off switch
Supplied with a 15 ft. (4.5 m) cable
CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING THE MICROPHONE
CABLE
1. Insert the XLR connector into the microphone as shown in Fig-
ure 1. If necessary, rotate the connector to align the key on the
connector and the groove in the microphone. Push the connec-
tor into the microphone until it clicks.
2. To disconnect the cable and microphone, grasp the connector
while depressing the tab. See Figure 1. Pull the connector away
from the microphone.
MICROPHONE USE
1. Turn on the microphone by sliding the switch to "ON". Turn off
the microphone by sliding the switch to "OFF". Keep the switch
in the "OFF" position while connecting or disconnecting the
microphone from a karaoke machine, mixer or tape recorder.
2. Hold the microphone by its handle. Avoid holding the micro-
phone grille. See Figure 2.
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PICKUP PATTERN
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222 Hartrey Avenue
Evanston IL 60202-3696 U.S.A.
Shure Microphone User Guide (C-Series)
500 Hz
6400 Hz
HOLD MICROPHONE
HANDLE, NOT GRILLE
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AVOID FEEDBACK (HOWLING)
3. Position the microphone grille one to two inches (2 to 5 cm)
away from the mouth. Move farther away from the microphone
to produce a more balanced, natural sound. Move closer to the
microphone to enhance low-frequency response.
4. To minimize the chance of feedback (a loud howling or squeal-
ing noise), position the microphone beside or behind loud-
speakers. See Figure 3.
SPECIFICATIONS
Microphone Type and Pickup Pattern
Dynamic, unidirectional (cardioid) pickup pattern (see Figure 4)
Frequency Response
50 to 15,000 Hz (see Figure 5)
Output Level (at 1 kHz)
–52 dBV/Pa* (2.5 mV)
Output Impedance
600 Ω
Weight and Overall Dimensions
244.5 g (8.63 oz.); 173.8 mm (6–27/32 in.) by 52.6 mm (2–1/16
in.)
Cable and Connectors
15 ft. (4.5 m), female XLR to male 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) phone plug
Certification
Eligible to bear CE mark; conforms to European Union EMC
Directive; Immunity per EN 850082–1 (1992).
For additional information about service or parts, please contact
your local authorized Shure Service Center or visit Shure at
www.shure.com.
GROOVE
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TAB
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*1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
Printed in U.S.A.