Broadcast & Production MicroSet BP892x User Manual

User Manual
Thank you for purchasing this product. Before using the product, read through the user
manual to ensure that you will use the product correctly.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

■ Features

• Subminiature omnidirectional condenser capsule offers extremely intelligible, natural vocal
reproduction
• Inconspicuous, lightweight headset with capsule diameter of just 2.6 mm is ideal for
applications requiring minimum visibility
• Ergonomic under-ear design - the flexible, lightweight, contoured loop hooks behind the ear
for an ultra-secure, comfortable fit even for those wearing glasses
• Detachable, field-replaceable cable with robust connector at the earset and a variety of
available output terminations
• Handles high sound pressure levels with ease
• Wired version's power module (AT8545) includes a high-pass filter that provides a steep
low-frequency attenuation to improve sound pickup without affecting voice quality
• Wirekess version equipped with cW-style locking or cH-style screw-down 4-pin termination
for Audio-Technica wireless systems
• Comes with the AT8464x Dual-Ear Adapter Kit that converts the single-ear MicroSet to a unit
that's worn on both ears for maximum stability and comfort
• Beige colour (-TH) model and constructed of hypoallergenic materials

■ Notes on use

The BP892x requires 11V to 52V phantom power for operation, and includes a 1.4 m
permanently attached miniature cable. Its free end connects to the provided AT8545 power
module via a locking 4-pin connector. The connector is also compatible with Audio-Techni-
ca cW and cH type body-pack transmitters. The output of the power module is a 3-pin
XLRM-type connector.
Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where temperatures exceed 43°C
for extended periods. Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.

■ Safety precaution

Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use it correctly may result in
an accident. To ensure safety, observe all warnings and cautions while using the product.

■Cautions for the product

• Do not subject the product to strong impact to avoid malfunction.
• Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair the product.
• Do not handle the product with wet hands to avoid electric shock or injury.
• Do not store the product under direct sunlight, near heating devices or in a hot, humid or
dusty place.

■ Connection procedure

Connect the output terminals of AT8545 power module to a device that has a microphone
input (balanced input) compatible with a phantom power supply. The output connector is
an XLRM-type with polarity as shown in the figure below.
Output terminals
PIN1 (ground) PIN2 (hot)
PIN3
(cold)
MicroSet® Omnidirectional Condenser Headworn Microphones BP892x / BP892xTH
cH-style
cW-style
This product requires 48 V
DC phantom power.
■ Specifications
Element
Polar pattern
Frequency response
Low Frequency response
Open circuit sensitivity
Impedance
Maximum input sound level
Dynamic range (typical)
Signal-to-noise ratio*
Phantom power requirements
Current consumption
Voltage range
Switch
Weight
Dimensions
Output connector
Cable
Included accessories
• 1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm = 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
2
* Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.
For product improvement, the product is sublect to modification without notice.
■Polar pattern ■Frequency response
0°
30°
330°
300° 60°
270° 90°
240° 120°
150°
210°
180°
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
LEGEND
200 Hz
1 kHz
5 kHz
8 kHz

■Cable Terminations

BP892xcW, BP892xcW-TH – Terminated with locking 4-pin connector for use with A-T UniPak
4
1
Pin 1
3
2
Function Ground / Shield Instrument
Wire Colour Green
BP892xcH, BP892xcH-TH – Terminated with locking 4-pin connector for use with A-T CH body-pack transmitters
4 Pin 1
1
Function Ground / Shield Instrument
Wire Colour Green
3
2
BP892xcT4, BP892xcT4-TH – Terminated using TA4F-type connector
3
1
Pin 1
Function Ground / Shield Blas + In
2
4
Wire Colour Green
®
BP892xcL4, BP892xcL4-TH – Terminated using Lemo connector
1
Pin 1
3 2
Function N/C
Wire Colour Open
BP892xcLM3, BP892xcLM3-TH – Terminated using locking 3.5 mm connector
Ring
Sleeve Tip
Sleeve
Function Ground / Shield Mic Audio
Wire Colour Green
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Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Omnidirectional
20-20,000 Hz
80 Hz, 18 dB/octave (wired only)
-43 dB (7.2 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
250 ohms (wired only)
136 dB SPL (1 kHz at 3% THD)
104 dB (1 kHz at Max SPL) (wired only)
63 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa)
11-52 V DC, 2 mA typical (wired only)
0.2 mA typical at 5V (wireless only)
2.5-10V (wireless only)
Flat, roll-off (wired only)
Microphone, boom and earpiece: 2.6 g
Power module (wired only): 85 g
Microphone: 9.5 mm long, 2.6 mm diameter
Boom: 98.5 mm long, 1.07 mm diameter
Power module: 100.0 mm long, 18.9 mm diameter
Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
1.4 m long (permanently attached to microphone),
1.6 mm diameter, 2- or 3-conductor shielded cable
(termination dependent)
AT8440 cable clip; AT8464x dual-ear mount;
AT8157 windscreens; AT8171 windscreens;
two AT8156 element covers; moisture guard;
carrying case
(wired only) - AT8545 power module; belt clip
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
10 100 1k 10k
Frequency in Hertz
LEGEND
0°, 50cm
Roll-off
®
body-pack transmitters
Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4
Mic Audio Blas + In
Jumper to Pin 1 Copper Colour Red
Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4
Mic Audio Blas + In
Jumper to Pin 1 Copper Colour Red
Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4
Mic Audio Source Load
Red Copper Colour Jumper to Pin 3
Pin 2 Pin 3 Shell / Case
N/C Blas + In, Mic Audio Ground / Shield
Open Red Green
Ring Tip
Blas + In
Copper Colour Red
28-MAY--2019 Form No.ATGC-L0365-19
10 dB
100k