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- Page 1 Rev. 2 2016 Telinga PRO-8 MK2 / PRO-X System Manual...
- Page 2 Stereo MK2 or Twin Science Tripod Mount holder Fastening screw Gray Gray front ring tube (with thread) TELINGA Y-CABLE TUCHEL 7- POLE TO 3 PIN XLR (PRO-8 MK2) OR 3,5 MINIJACK CABLE (PRO-X) TO RECORDER / PREAMP MIC INPUT L/R.
- Page 3 If you use it indoors, connected to mains operated equipment, "hum", or acoustical feedback from reflections may occur. If you wish to use the PRO-8 MK2 or PRO-X system inside, the 11,5” MINI DISH is recommended – THE MINI DISH IS NOT FOLDABLE.
- Page 4 RECOMMENDED MICROPHONE / DISH FOCUS POSITIONS TELINGA STEREO MK2: Set the microphone 1-2 CM / 0.4-0.8 INCHES inside the dish (from dish edge) The microphone should not be pointing OUTSIDE of the dish. The focus globe inside the parabolic dish is large (APRX. 3.4 CM / 1.4 INCHES) at 10 Khz, setting the Stereo MK2 microphone out of focus inside the dish is not possible, as long as the mic is not pointing outside of the dish.
- Page 5 Place a constant sound source, such as a small FM-radio, a portable speaker system or such at medium distance 30 meters / 100 feets or so, away from the parabola - now use your Telinga as a "radar", move it side to side and learn how it performs by using your ears! It is important to understand that depending on the ”sound”...
- Page 6 (photo: POS.2 = middle position) THE TELINGA PRO-8 MK2 HANDLE TOGGLE SWITCH POS. 1 ”NORMAL” POSITION / NO FILTERING Toggle switch positioned TOWARDS you. Recommended during light or no wind, and when no traffic noise is audible. At this position you get the full frequency range from the microphone and dish.
- Page 7 When using the parabola, a sound can move from one side to the other without "ping-pong" effects Using the Stereo MK2 connected to the PRO-8 MK2 or PRO-X handle, without the parabolic dish, it serves as a good multi-purpose stereo microphone...
- Page 8 FOCUS Microphone movable for optimal performance Smaller than actual size. LEFT RIGHT Focused RIGHT channel microphone LEFT channel microphone sound The plate will separate the two sides. The dish STEREO MK2: The plate separates the two sides from each other, while the focused sound will affect the two microphones equally Result: the focused sound will be recorded mono, while the background will be presented in stereo.
- Page 9 Adjustable for optimal performance. The Telinga Twin Science MK2 microphone contains two microphone capsules, one of them is omni-directional and the other one a cardioid. As a general rule, one can say that the cardioid will cause a more obvious "spot-effect" of the focused sound, compared to the more "over-all"...
- Page 10 FOLDING THE 22” DISH (FOLDABLE DISH ONLY) The V2 Telinga foldable dish is 22" (57 cm) and weighs only 0.33 kg / 0.72 lbs. The improved polycarbonate mix offers greater performance and plastic memory. Featuring a gray rim (standard on delivery) allows super easy folding and also protects the dish surface from scratches and dents.
- Page 11 High Wind Cover for example (or available cloth). After travelling the dish will retain it´s shape quickly. If you go for longer travels, 8-12 hours (+) where your Telinga is stored inside an airplane (for example) let the dish rest for some time, unfolded, to retain it´s shape before recording.
- Page 12 When storing your complete setup inside the Telinga Soft Case you may also use it as a good "wrap around" cloth, protecting your microphone further. The Rycote HWC offers up to 35 dB in...
- Page 13 The Telinga 11,5” Mini Dish / Compact Dish (CAUTION! NOT FOLDABLE) FOCUS: ALWAYS PLACE ANY TELINGA MICROPHONE ALL THE WAY IN TOWARDS THE 11,5” MINI DISH (UNTIL STOP) When recording at closer distances, or when you prefer a broader stereo recording (Stereo MK2 microphone) with less center directional gain, the 11,5”...
- Page 14 USING THE (OPTIONAL) TRIPOD MOUNT: Place the Tripod Mount in the top handle screw, and secure it with the "bridge" of the mount into the handle. Make sure it is fastened properly before attaching it to the stand.
- Page 15 THE HANDLE: * On dusty roads, keep in a plastic bag. Wipe off now and then with a piece of cloth. Silicon spray prolongs finish of handle and life of cables. AFTER USE: * When the Telinga is not used for several days - loosen the screw tightening the handle, and the rings holding the dish.
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