Sony ECM MS957 user manual

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Sony Electret Condenser Stereo Microphone
Operating Instructions
(ECM-MS957)
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Installing the battery (See fig. A) 1. Turn the grip counter-clockwise. 2. Pull out the grip to open the battery compartment. 3. Insert a new R6 (size AA) battery. Battery Life When the power is turned on, the battery check indicator lights momentarily. When the battery becomes weak, the indicator remains dimly lit or does not light at all. In this case, replace the battery with a new one. The Sony R6P(SR) manganese battery gives continuous operation of the microphone for about 2,000 hours. Note

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5. Microphone Holder You can also connect to a microphone stand (PF 1/2) (optional). 6. Grip As shown in the illustration, it can be used as a handy microphone. Loosen the screw and detach the grip from the microphone stand. 7. Screw Tighten the screw after setting the direction of the microphone. 8. L-shaped Stereo Mini-plug Connect to the MIC jack of your recording equipment (DAT, MD, NT, etc.) 9. Turning Capsule Button (See fig. D) (a) Set the turning capsule button according to the direction

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Features This microphone is suitable for use in a variety of situations such as at concerts or conferences with digital recording equipment (Sony DAT, MD, NT(Digital Microcorder), etc.). • The turning capsule function allows both vertical and horizontal sound pickup. • The Mid-Side Stereo System provides a natural sound pick up, delivering a stereo sound image with superb clarity. • The directive angle (between left and right channels) can be set to 90° or 120° according to the sound source. Pre

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Performance Frequency Response 50 -18,000 Hz Directivity: Unidirectional x 2 (Directive angle: 90° or 120°) (switchable) Output Impedance: 600ohm + 30% unbalanced Sensitivity (directive angle 120°) Open circuit output voltage *1: -42 ± 3 dB Effective output level *2: -45.8 ± 3 dBm Difference between L and R channel sensitivity: Less than 3dB Power Requirements: Normal operating voltage:1.5 V, R6 (Size AA) battery Minimum operating voltage: 1.1 V, R6 (Size AA) battery Battery life: Approx. 2,000