General description The DPA 5100 is an easy-to-use plug and play Mobile Surround Microphone. It has real-time 5.1 discrete analog output channels without any need for further signal processing. The sound character is very rich and has an enveloping three-dimensional surround atmosphere, yet with appropriate coherence, channel separation and localization accuracy.
5.1 surround sound playback system In order for you to benefit fully from the intended surrounding effect of the 5100, it is advisable that you are familiar with the 5.1 surround playback setup. “5” refers to the number of full range discrete channels, “.1” refers to the frequency limited range of the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel.
Connecting and disconnecting the cable The 5.1 output of the 5100 runs through a multi-pin Lemo connector carrying all six channels electronically balanced. The enclosed DAO5105 5 m (16 ft) six-pair Mogami cable breaks out to six Neutrik XLR-M connectors. Other cable lengths are available as optional accessories.
Care of microphone DPA 5100 is designed to be very robust and protective materials are used in the construction, including the extremely strong black fabric. Do not try to clean the microphone as it may be damaged. Avoid all kinds of spray or fluids containing chemical components to remove static electricity on or close to the microphone as this could cause permanent damage to the pre-polarized layer in the capsules.
Specifications & Graphs for DPA 5100 CRITERIAS LEFT, CENTER & RIGHT LEFT SURROUND & RIGHT SURROUND UNIT Directional characteristics Directional Directional 3 / 2 / 1 DiPMic™ (Pressure, with interference tube) Electronically derived Principle of operation Pressure, with separation baffles...
Frequency responses for DPA 5100 Typical frequency response of DPA 5100 at 0 degrees Typical frequency response of DPA 5100 at 30 degrees -1 0 -1 0 20 Hz 1 00 1 kHz 20 Hz 1 00 1 kHz Typical frequency response of DPA 5100 at 60 degrees...
Polar patterns for DPA 5100 Typical directional charateristics of DPA 5100 (normalized) 5100 Polær Center 5 dB 5100 Polær Left 5100 Polær Right 1 kHz 1 6 kHz 2 kHz 5 dB 5 dB 4 kHz 8 kHz 250 Hz...
DAO5150 Lemo 2B-series 18-pole Female to 6xXLR-M, 50 m (164 ft) DUA0100 Stand Extension, 100 mm (4 in) DUA0500 Stand Extension, 500 mm (20 in) SH5100 Suspension Hook for DPA 5100 DDA5100 Thread for external center mic. for DPA 5100...
Service and repair Do not service the DPA 5100 yourself. Do not try to open the unit, or it will have to be resealed professionally by the factory. If the fabric is torn, the unit will suffer from less wind and water protection.
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