Audio Technica ES995 Installation And Operation

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The ES995 is a dual-element cardioid
condenser microphone with an integral dual
power module. It is designed especially for
applications requiring separate miking for PA
and broadcast. The circuit grounds for each
channel are completely isolated, greatly reducing
the potential for hum. The rigid pipe design with
ball-in-socket base permits flexible positioning.
Each of the cardioid elements in the
microphone is shock mounted. The cardioid
polar pattern of the elements provides a 120°
angle of acceptance. Additional
interchangeable hypercardioid
omnidirectional (360°) elements are available.
The ES995 is designed with dual integral wind-
screens to ensure maximum security against
wind noise and plosives.
The integral power module can be powered
from any external 11V to 52V DC phantom
power supply. Low-frequency roll-off (120 Hz, 12
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Installation and Operation
The ES995 requires a phantom power supply
of 11–52V DC for each element. Output is
low-impedance balanced. The balanced signal
appears across Pins 2 and 3, while the ground
(shield) connection is Pin 1. Output is phased so
that positive acoustic pressure produces positive
voltage at Pin 2, in accordance with industry
convention.
The microphone is intended for use on a flat
surface. The 30' splitter cable can then be
connected to the 6-pin XLRM-type output on
the power module. This cable terminates in two
3-pin XLRM-type connectors, which can be
connected to in-house and/or remote feeds.
Connect the red output (Channel A) to the
primary in-house feed. Connect the blue output
(Channel B) to the remote feed.
ATTENTION! For muting to operate,
Channel A must be connected. If only Channel B
output is used, the microphone element will
operate, but the mute function will not.
The pad switch (SW1) and mode switch
(SW2) are located on the circuit board, housed
in the base of the microphone. To access the
circuit board, loosen the four screws and remove
the protective plate. SW1 may be set to Normal
or 15 dB Pad. SW2 may be set to Mute,Toggle or
Talk. The MUTE setting causes the microphone
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dB/octave) is integral to the microphone's design.
The microphone also includes a mute switch
with three modes (push-to-mute, toggle, and
push-to-talk) and LED indicator light. Mute
switching is made possible using optical coupling,
which prevents the two elements' signal paths
from contacting
physically, alleviating conflicting
grounds. A 15 dB pad switch is
housed in the base.
The microphone is enclosed in a
user- sturdy metal housing with a low-
(100°) and reflectance black finish. Its base is a desk stand
with integral dual power module. The power
module has a Neutrik 6-pin XLRM-type output
connector; use the included 30' splitter cable,
which terminates in two 3-pin XLRM-type
connectors, for in-house and remote feeds.
to operate in push-to-mute mode.The TOGGLE
setting causes the microphone to switch from
on to off with each consecutive push. The TALK
setting causes the microphone to operate in
push-to-talk mode. Also included is an internal
defeat switch (SW3) that, when active, disables
the external mute switch.
ATTENTION! If using SW3 to defeat the
mute (SW3 in OFF position), make certain that
SW2 is in the MUTE position. If SW2 is in either
the TOGGLE or TALK position, the microphone
elements will not operate.
If desired, the mute switch can be removed by
accessing the circuit board, unplugging the ribbon
cable, and peeling the switch off the base. For the
mic to remain open, SW2 must be set to the
MUTE position. A switch cover label is included
to dress the switch plate. The switch is not
designed to be easily removed and reinstalled,
however; if reinstalled, it must be glued on.
While a modern condenser microphone is not
unduly sensitive to the environment, temperature
extremes can be harmful. Avoid leaving the
microphone in the open sun or in areas where
temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for long
periods of time. Extremely high humidity should
also be avoided.
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ES995
Dual-element
Cardioid Condenser
Rigid-pipe Microphone
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