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Shure Microflex MX400 Series User Manual

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MX400 Series -- Gooseneck Microphones

General Description

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Shure Microflex MX400S Series microphones are miniature gooseneck-mounted electret condenser micro-
phones designed primarily for speech and vocal pickup. They can be mounted on lecterns, pulpits, or conference
tables. All models include a preamplifier and are available with interchangeable cardioid, supercardioid, or omnidi-
rectional cartridges.
MX400 microphones are available with 305 mm (12 in.) or 457 mm (18 in.) goosenecks, with or without a mute
switch. They are available in supercardioid, cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns.
• "S" models include a mute button and LED.
• "D" models include a desktop base with programmable mute button and LED and logic input and output.
• "SE" models feature a surface mount flange with side-exit cable.
The polar pattern of the included cartridge is indicated by a model number suffix:
/C Cardioid
/S Supercardioid
/O Omnidirectional
/N Cartridge not included
Interchangeable Cartridges
Microflex microphones use interchangeable cartridges that allow you to choose the polar pattern for different in-
stallations.
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  • Page 1: General Description

    General Description ® Shure Microflex MX400S Series microphones are miniature gooseneck-mounted electret condenser micro- phones designed primarily for speech and vocal pickup. They can be mounted on lecterns, pulpits, or conference tables. All models include a preamplifier and are available with interchangeable cardioid, supercardioid, or omnidi- rectional cartridges.

  • Page 2: Snap-Fit Windscreen

    • To remove, spread the gap with a screwdriver or thumbnail. • Provides 30 dB of "pop" protection. Preamp Gain If necessary, the preamplifier gain can be reduced by 12 dB. Contact an authorized Shure service center for infor- mation. 2/10...

  • Page 3: Microphone Placement

    • Always use the supplied windscreen or optional metal windscreen to control breath noise. • If four or more microphones will be open at the same time, use of an automatic mixer, such as the Shure SCM810 or SCM410, is recommended.
  • Page 4 Shure Incorporated Shock Mount 1. Drill a 44mm(1-3/4 in.) diameter hole in desired mounting surface. 2. Mark and drill starter holes for screws, using shock mount as a template. 3. Secure shock mount to mounting surface with screws. 4. Thread the supplied adapter onto the MX400 microphone before inserting it into the shock mount.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Shure Incorporated Specifications Cartridge Type Electret Condenser Frequency Response 50–17000 Hz Polar Pattern MX412/C, MX418/C Cardioid MX412/S, MX418/S Supercardioid 5/10...
  • Page 6 Shure Incorporated Output Impedance 180 Ω Output Configuration Active Balanced Sensitivity @ 1 kHz, open circuit voltage Cardioid –35 dBV/Pa(18 mV) Supercardioid –34 dBV/Pa(21 mV) 1 Pa=94 dB SPL Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kΩ load Cardioid...
  • Page 7 Shure Incorporated Preamplifier Output Clipping Level at 1% THD –6 dBV (0.5 V) Polarity Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of output XLR connector Mute Switch MX412S/MX418S –50 dB minimum Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature –18–57°C (0–135°F)
  • Page 8 Shure Incorporated 8/10...
  • Page 9 Meets essential requirements of all applicable European Directives. Eligible for CE marking. The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from Shure Incorporated or any of its European representa- tives. For contact information please visit www.shure.com The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance...
  • Page 10 Shure Incorporated Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12 75031 Eppingen, Germany Phone: +49-7262-92 49 0 Fax: +49-7262-92 49 11 4 Email: info@shure.de 10/10...

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