Neumann TLM 102 Operating Manual

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operation and care of the product you have pur- chased. Please read the instructions carefully and completely before using the equipment. Please keep this manual where it will be accessible at all times to all current and future users. Additional information, in particular concern- ing available accessories and Neumann service partners, can always be found on our website: www.neumann.com. Information about service partners can also be obtained by telephone: +49 (0) 30 / 41 77 24 - 0. The following related fi les are available in PDF format in the Downloads section of our website www.neumann.com: • Operation with Unbalanced or Center Tap Grounded Inputs • Some Remarks on Microphone Maintenance The Neumann online forum on our website en- ables Neumann users worldwide to share their experiences. Through its integrated archive func- tion, the forum has developed into an extensive knowledge pool. 2. Safety instructions The microphone has the intended purpose of con- verting acoustic signals into electrical signals. Connect the microphone only to microphone inputs and devices which supply 48 V of phan- tom power in accordance with IEC 61938. Repairs and servicing are to be carried out only by experienced, authorized service personnel. Unauthorized opening or modifi cation of the equipment shall void the warranty. Use the equipment only under the conditions specifi ed in the “Technical data” section. Allow the equipment to adjust to the ambient tem- perature before switching it on. Do not operate the equipment if it has been dam- aged during transport. Always run cables in such a way that there is no risk of tripping over them. Unless required for operation, ensure that liquids and electrically conductive objects are kept at a safe distance from the equipment and its connec- tions. Do not use solvents or aggressive cleansers for cleaning purposes. Dispose of the equipment in accordance with the regulations applicable to the respective country. 3. Brief description The TLM 102 is a condenser studio microphone with transformerless (TLM) circuit technology and a cardioid directional characteristic. The transformerless design of the TLM 102 per- mits exceptionally clean sound transmission with no coloration, as well as a maximum dynamic range with low self-noise. The microphone houses a large diaphragm cap- sule. It has a linear frequency response up to ap- proximately 6 kHz, above which there is a broad, fl at presence boost. 4. Scope of delivery TLM 102 (bk): • TLM 102 (bk) microphone • SG 2 stand mount • Operating manual • Wooden box TLM 102 (bk) Studio set: • TLM 102 (bk), microphone • EA 4 elastic suspension • Operating manual bk = black 5. Setup Mounting the microphone Attach the microphone to a stable, sturdy stand. Use an elastic suspension, if necessary, for the mechanical suppression of structure-borne noise. For this purpose set the microphone into the inner cage from above, and secure it to the inner cage with the threaded nut. If required, use a wind- screen or popscreen from our range of accesso- ries in order to suppress wind or pop noise.

Caution: An incorrect supply voltage can dam- age the microphone! Attach the microphone only to a power supply unit, a microphone preamplifi er, a mixing console or other equipment which has phantom power with 48 V (P48), in accordance with IEC 61938. Any P48 power supply equipment can be used which supplies at least 3.5 mA per channel. Caution: Very loud noise can damage loud- speakers or your hearing! Minimize the volume of connected playback and recording equipment before connecting the mi- crophone. Using a suitable cable, connect the microphone to the microphone input of the audio equipment to be used for subsequent processing, or to the designated P48 power supply equipment. Infor- mation concerning connector assignment can be found in the “Technical data” section. Cable lengths of up to approximately 300 m be- tween the microphone and the subsequent am- plifi er input have no eff ect on the frequency re- sponse of the microphone. When connecting the cables, ensure that the con- nectors are locked correctly. Run the cables in such a way that there is no risk of tripping over them. Address the microphone from the side on which the Neumann logo is located. Gradually increase the volume of the connected equipment Set the gain of the connected equipment so that no distortion occurs at the highest sound pres- sure level. Suppressing noise interference The frequency response of the TLM 102 extends below 20 Hz. The microphone is of course corre- spondingly sensitive to low-frequency interfer- ence such as structure-borne noise and wind or pop noise. Depending upon the situation, the use of an elastic suspension, a windscreen and/or a popscreen is therefore recommended. Sound test Simply speak into the microphone. Do not blow into the microphone or subject it to pop noise, since this can easily result in hazardous sound pressure levels. 6. Shutdown and storage Before switching off the microphone or discon- necting the cables, reduce the volume of con- nected equipment. Only then should the phantom power be switched off . Disconnect the cables. When disconnecting a cable, always pull only on the connector and not on the cable itself. Microphones which are not in use should not be allowed to remain on the stand gathering dust. A microphone which is unused for a prolonged pe- riod should be stored under normal atmospheric conditions, and should be protected from dust. For this purpose, use a lint-free, air-permeable dust cover or the original packaging of the micro- phone.

▶ Solution Microphone not operating The phantom power supply voltage is not switched on at the mixing console or at the power supply equipment Check the corresponding channel settings The power supply equipment is not connected to the power supply line or there is no battery Check the connection to the power supply line or check the battery of the power supply equipment No signal transmission The microphone is not connected to the correct microphone amplifi er input of the subsequent equipment Check the signal path If necessary, activate the appropriate input on the corresponding channel of the mixing console Distorted sound Incorrect input sensitivity or gain setting of subsequent amplifi er Decrease the input sensitivity or gain of the subsequent amplifi er so as to provide suffi cient headroom Wind eff ects Use an appropriate windscreen (accessory) Plosives Use an appropriate popscreen (accessory) Transmission of structure-borne noise Use a suitable elastic suspension (accessory) Sound is muffl ed and reverberant Incorrect directional characteristic Check to ensure that the microphone is being addressed from the correct side, as designated by the Neumann logo. 8. Technical data and connector assignments Permissible atmospheric conditions1) Operating temperature range ...........0 °C to +70 °C Storage temperature range ...........–20 °C to +70 °C Humidity range .....................0 % to 90 % at +20 °C 0 % … 85 % at +60 °C Acoustical op. principle .............Pressure gradient transducer Directional pattern .......................................................Cardioid/ Frequency range ............................ 20 Hz to 20 kHz Sensitivity2) .............................................. 11 mV/Pa Rated impedance ....................................... 50 ohms Rated load impedance ......................... 1000 ohms Signal-to-noise ratio3), CCIR4) ...............................................................73 dB Signal-to-noise ratio3), A-weighted4) ....................................................82 dB Equivalent noise level, CCIR4) ...............................................................21 dB Equivalent noise level, A-weighted4) ................................................12 dB-A Max. SPL5) for THD < 0.5 % ........................................... 144 dB Max. output voltage for THD > 5 % ............... 13 dBu Power Supply ...................................................P486) Current consumption ...................................3.5 mA Required connectors ................................... XLR 3 F Weight ..............................................................210 g Dimensions ......................................Ø 52 x 116 mm 94 dBSPL equiv. to 1 Pa = 10 μbar 0 dB equiv. to 20 μPa

output. The 3-pin XLR connector has the following standard pin assignments: Pin 1: 0 V/Ground Pin 2: Modulation (+phase) Pin 3: Modulation (–phase) 1) All values are for non-condensing humidity. The values are valid for clean and well-looked-aft er microphones or microphone capsules, respectively. Any kind of pollution of capsules and membranes may restrict the said values. 2) at 1 kHz into 1 kohm rated load impedance. 3) re 94 dB SPL 4) according to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting acccording to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS 5) THD of microphone amplifi er at an input voltage equivalent to the capsule output at the specifi ed SPL. 6) according to IEC 61938 9. Selected Accessories* (see photos in appendix) Elastic Suspensions EA 1 ..........................ni ..................Cat. No. 008449 EA 1 mt .....................blk ................Cat. No. 008450 Auditorium Hanger MNV 87 ....................ni ..................Cat. No. 006804 MNV 87 mt ...............blk ................Cat. No. 006806 Stand Mounts, Misc. Mechanical Adapters DS 120 .....................blk ................Cat. No. 007343 SG 2..........................blk ................Cat. No. 008636 Table and Floor Stands MF 4 .........................blk ................Cat. No. 007337 Foam Windscreens WS 2 .........................blk ................Cat. No. 008637 Popscreen PS 15 .......................blk ................Cat. No. 008472 Power Supply N 248 .......................blk ................Cat. No. 008537 Connecting Cables IC 3 mt ....................blk ................Cat. No. 006543 IC 4 ...........................ni ..................Cat. No. 006547 IC 4 mt .....................blk ................Cat. No. 006557 Adapter Cables AC 25 .............................................Cat. No. 006600 Meaning of color codes: ni = nickel, blk = black, gry = grey * Detailed descriptions and additional articles can be found in our accessories catalog or at: www.neumann.com

10. Frequency responses and polar patterns gemessen im freien Schallfeld nach IEC 60268-4, measured in free-fi eld conditions (IEC 60268-4)

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