Audio Technica AT881TL/XLRL 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
• Designed for high-quality sound reinforcement, conferencing, professional recording and
other demanding sound pickup applications
• Line-cardioid condenser microphone with power module
• Equipped XLR3-M connector for easy connection to the AT8657/LED-S Flush-mount
Microphone Socket
• Optional mounting nut for installation in tabletops
• Integral windscreens ensure ultimate security against wind noise and plosives
• Sturdy metal housing design with ball-in-socket base permits flexible positioning
■ Notes on use
The AT881TL/XLRL requires a phantom power supply of 11–52V DC for the 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.
Compatible with AT8657/LED-S Flush-mount Microphone Socket. Also available for tabletop
installation with an optional mounting nut.
The element in the microphone is shock mounted. The Line-cardioid polar pattern of the
element provides a 90°angle of acceptance. The AT881TL/XLRL is designed with integral
wind-screens to ensure maximum security against wind noise and plosives.
■ 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 the microphone to a device that has a microphone input
(balanced input). The output connector is an XLRM-type with polarity as shown in the figure
below.
Output terminals
PIN1 (ground) PIN2 (hot)
PIN3
(cold)
Line-cardioid Condenser Microphone
■ Specifications
Maximum input sound level
Phantom power requirements
For product improvement, the product is sublect to modification without notice.
■Polar pattern
330°
300°
270°
240°
210°
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
LEGEND
200 Hz
1 kHz
5 kHz
8 kHz
■Frequency response
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
50
LEGEND
■Dimension
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(compatible with Flush-mount Microphone Socket)
Element Back electret condenser
Polar pattern Line-cardioid (Unidirectional)
Frequency response
20 - 20,000 Hz
Open circuit sensitivity -31 dB (28.2 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Impedance 100 ohms
126 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
Signal-to-noise ratio >69 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
11-52V DC, 2 mA typical
Weight 355g approx.
Dimensions 190 mm - long, 266 mm - Max. height, 37 mm - Width
Output connector Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
Compatible Products:
AT8657/LED-S Flush-mount Microphone Socket
0°
30°
60°
90°
120°
150°
180°
100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k
Frequency in Hertz
0°, 50cm
37
214
max.
31
52
20
AT881TL/XLRL
10 dB
20k
190 max.
31
(Unit: mm)
11-FEB--2025 Form No.ATGC-L0459-25