Sennheiser MKH 416 (MKH 416-P48U3) Manual

Package contents

• MKH 416-P48U3 directional studio microphone
• MZW 415 foam windshield
• MZQ 100 microphone clamp
• Instruction manual
• Carry bag

The MKH 416-P48U3 directional studio microphone

Brief description
The MKH 416 is a directional studio microphone which is also especially suited to outdoor applications. Its high degree of directivity makes the MKH 416 a superb microphone for film and television, including outside broadcast applications. The microphone operates on the proven RF principle and is designed for 48 V phantom powering.
The MKH 416 is a combination of a pressure gradient transducer and an interference tube microphone. It has a super-cardioid pick-up pattern at low and medium frequencies, whereas at higher frequencies there is a transition to a lobar characteristic. Due to its operating principle, the MKH 416 is relatively insensitive to wind and pop noise and can therefore often be used as a soloist and broadcast microphone, without the need for an additional wind- or popshield. However, for outdoor recordings the use of an additional windshield is recommended.
The frequency response intentionally has a slightly rising characteristic at high frequencies. The microphone has a low proximity effect and therefore provides a well balanced sound even when used close to the sound source.

Principle of the RF circuit
In contrast to the high impedance of the capsules in conventional "DC biased" condenser microphones, the capsule of an RF condenser microphone has a low impedance. The high polarization voltages normally required in condenser microphones are not necessary in the RF condenser microphone. RF condenser microphones use a comparatively low RF bias voltage of less than 10 V, generated by a built-in low-noise oscillator (8 MHz). The RF principle ensures increased operational reliability, particularly for outdoor recordings under extreme climatic conditions.

Features

• Increased directivity due to interference tube principle
• Very low inherent self-noise
• High sensitivity
• Transformerless and fully floating balanced output
• Rugged, suitable for adverse climatic conditions
• Matt black all-metal body

Cleaning and maintaining the MKH 416-P48U3

DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT DUE TO LIQUIDS!
Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or damage the mechanics. Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surface of the product.

• Keep all liquids away from the product.
• Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the product.

Specifications

Polar pattern

Frequency response

Important safety instructions

1. Read these safety instructions and the instruction manual of the product.
2. Keep these safety instructions and the instruction manual of the product. Always include all instructions when passing the product on to third parties.
3. Only use attachments, accessories and spare parts specified by the manufacturer.
4. Caution: The protective basket and pop shield must be completely dry when you mount them on the microphone. Moisture can cause malfunctions or damage to the capsule
5. Connect the microphone only to microphone inputs and supply units that provide 48 V phantom powering in accordance with IEC 61938.
6. Do not attempt to open the product housing on your own.
7. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the product has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product, when the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
8. Use the product only under the conditions of use listed in the specifications.
9. Let the product come to ambient temperature before switching it on.
10. Do not operate the product if it was damaged during transportation.
11. Always run cables so that no one can trip over them.
12. Keep the product and its connections away from liquids and electrically conductive objects that are not necessary for operating the product.
13. Do not use any solvents or aggressive cleaning agents to clean the product.
14. 
    Very high signal levels can damage your hearing and your loudspeakers. Reduce the volume on the connected audio devices before switching on the product; this will also help prevent acoustic feedback.

Intended use
The product is designed for indoor and outdoor use. The product can be used for commercial purposes.
It is considered improper use when the product is used for any application not named in the corresponding instruction manual.
Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from improper use or misuse of this product and its attachments/ accessories.
Before putting the products into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations!