RODE Microphones STEREO VIDEOMIC PRO Instruction Manual

RODE Microphones STEREO VIDEOMIC PRO Instruction Manual

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STEREO VIDEOMIC PRO
INST RU CT ION M AN UAL
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  • Page 1 STEREO VIDEOMIC PRO INST RU CT ION M AN UAL www.rodemic.com...
  • Page 2 Mounting and connecting and grow with the technology. The Stereo VideoMic Pro has been Stereo VideoMic Pro controls designed for ambient audio recording with the latest consumer and prosumer cameras;...
  • Page 3: Specifications

    SPE CI FICAT ION S FR E QU EN C Y R E S P ON S E Acoustic Principle: Pressure gradient Frequency Range: 40 Hz ~ 20,000 Hz Selectable HPF Frequency Range: (High Pass Filter) @ 75 Hz / -10 dB /octave Output impedance: 200...
  • Page 4 Stereo VideoMic Pro • RF/EMI shielded cable and electronics for extremely • Spare shock mount bands (4 pieces) low radio interference • Stereo VideoMic Pro quick start guide • Low noise circuitry • Moisture absorbent crystals • Australian designed and manufactured...
  • Page 5 STE REO VID EOM IC PRO S T RUCT URE 1. Foam windshield 8. Billeted metal 2. Shock mount cradle camera shoe mount 3. Shock mount band 9. Fastening ring 4. Power / High Pass Filter switch 10. 3/8” thread mount 5.
  • Page 6: Setup And Use

    SET UP AND U SE I NS TAL LING T HE B AT T E RY Before you can record with your Stereo VideoMic Pro, you will need to install a standard 9V battery (ANS1:1604A or IEC:6LR61). RØDE recommends using a high quality lithium or alkaline battery to achieve the best possible battery life.
  • Page 7 The Stereo VideoMic Pro incorporates a standard camera shoe mount on the underside of the shock mount cradle. The Stereo VideoMic Pro has a small cable clip on the underside of the shock mount to secure the cable in place and prevent any Designed to reduce handling and mechanical noise being carried unwanted movement noise.
  • Page 8 SET UP AND U SE The Stereo VideoMic Pro delivers a mic level signal to the video focus settings and distant traffi c audible in the background. camera via a stereo mini jack audio lead. The mini jack should be To engage the High Pass Filter, slide the power switch to the right connected to the camera via the camera’s “audio-in”...
  • Page 9 If you have the semester for tutorials most relevant to the Stereo VideoMic Pro. +20dB level selected on the Stereo VideoMic Pro you may need to reduce the input level on your camera.
  • Page 10 This shock mount uses four elastomer suspension bands to hold the Stereo VideoMic Pro in its shock mount cradle. These bands have been created to be intentionally soft, again to minimise the transmission of mechanical and handling noise through this material.
  • Page 11 To fi t your band, match the shape of the band to the notches on the Stereo VideoMic Pro’s body. The larger end of the band will fi t into the notch near the top of the microphone body, and the smaller end of the band will fi...
  • Page 12 Slide the tapered square on the middle of the band into the notch on the shock mount Repeat the process for all four bands, and the Stereo VideoMic Pro will be securely mounted to its shock mount cradle. Check that the cradle is aligned so that the shoe mount is closer to...
  • Page 13: Optional Accessories

    However if you wish you may gently remove the foam windshield and soak in cold water to reshape. Please ensure the foam is completely dry before refi tting to your Stereo VideoMic Pro. For increased wind protection, an optional Dead Kitten furry windshield is available for the Stereo VideoMic Pro.
  • Page 14 Slide the Pro to the screw at the tip of the boompole, and twist clockwise Stereo VideoMic Pro’s camera shoe into the groove at the top of the until securely fastened. The VC1 stereo extension lead will assist in PG1, rear fi...
  • Page 15 SA F ET Y / C ARE IN STRU CTIO NS When not in use, always keep your Stereo VideoMic Pro in a cool, dry place, preferably in a camera bag or equivalent to protect from Loud sound levels can cause serious dust or damage.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions

    After a long period of use, the screw that fastens the camera shoe When it is increased to the level that the noise fl oor in the camera mount to the base of the Stereo VideoMic Pro may need to be microphone amplifi er becomes audible, the low level sound will be tightened.
  • Page 17 T RO UBLES HOO TING / FREQUENTLY ASK ED QU E STI ONS WH ER E CA N I O RDER RE P L ACE MEN T SHOC K M OU N T B A NDS F O R M Y S T E RE O V I DE OMI C P R O ? The elastomer shock mount bands are available to order as a pack through your local RØDE distributor.
  • Page 18: Product Warranty

    All RØDE Microphones are guaranteed for one year from the date getting the advice or assistance you require, do not hesitate to contact of purchase. The Stereo VideoMic Pro warranty may be extended to us directly. a full ten year period. Extending your warranty is completely free of charge –...

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