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MK 4
High quality
studio microphone
Instruction manual
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Contents Important safety information ..............................................................2 The MK 4 microphone ............................................................................4 Delivery includes .....................................................................................5 Putting the MK 4 into operation..........................................................6 Mounting the microphone .............................................................6 Orienting the mic
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Important safety information Important safety information • Please read this instruction manual carefully and completely before using the product. • Make this instruction manual easily accessible to all users at all times. • Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third parties. Before operation • Never open the housing of the product. If products are opened by customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty becomes null and void. During operation • Liquids e
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Important safety information Intended use Intended use includes: • having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter “Important safety information”, • using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. “Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein. MK 4 High quality studio microphone www Bedienungsanleitung Instruc
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The MK 4 microphone The MK 4 microphone The MK 4 is a large diaphragm true condenser studio microphone for very detailed, professional studio recordings. Its outstanding sound quality, easy handling and excellent value-for-money ratio make the MK 4 also ideal for project studios and home recording applications. Features • Large diaphragm capsule (1“) in true condenser design, internally shock-mounted for low handling noise • 24-carat gold-plated diaphragm •Rugged metal housing • Designed for st
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Delivery includes Delivery includes MK 4 microphone MZQ 4 microphone clamp Pouch High quality MK 4 studio microphone Instruction manual Bedienungsanleitung Instruction manual Gebruiksaanwijzing Instrucciones de uso Notice d’emploi Istruzioni per l’uso MK 4 | 5 ZH RU NL ES IT FR EN DE
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Putting the MK 4 into operation Putting the MK 4 into operation Mounting the microphone 1 Screw the MZQ 4 microphone clamp to a solid and sturdy stand. 2 Place the microphone from above into the microphone clamp and screw it tight. 1 2 Orienting the microphone To orient the microphone, always loosen the wing screw. 6 | MK 4
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Putting the MK 4 into operation To suppress structure-borne noise, you can optionally use the MKS 4 shock mount which is available as a Sennheiser accessory. Place the microphone from above into the inner shock mount cage and screw it tight. To orient the microphone, always loosen the wing screw. MK 4 | 7 ZH RU NL ES IT FR EN DE
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Putting the MK 4 into operation Connecting the microphone CAUTION! Damage to the product due to an unsuitable power supply! An unsuitable power supply can cause damage to the product. Only connect the product to microphone inputs or power supply units which provide 48 V phan- tom powering as per IEC 61938. Use a microphone cable with XLR-3 female connector to con- nect the microphone’s XLR-3 male connector to the microphone preamplifier (48 ± 4 V phantom powering as per IEC 61938, at least 3
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Using the microphone Using the microphone Orient the microphone towards the mouth or sound source. If sibilance occurs, position the microphone slightly to the side and not directly in front of the mouth. To eliminate disturbing noise as far as possible: Make sure that there is no disturbing noise source (e.g. a PC fan) in the sound inlet area of the microphone. MK 4 | 9 ZH RU NL ES IT FR EN DE
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Using the microphone Application examples Popshield (e.g. Sennheiser MZP 40): Windshield (e.g. Sennheiser MKW 4): The windshield changes the sound only slightly, but attenuates wind noise by approx. 10 dB. 10 | MK 4
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Cleaning and maintaining the MK 4 Cleaning and maintaining the MK 4 CAUTION Damage to the product due to liquids! Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or damage the mechanics. Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surface of the product. Keep all liquids away from the product. Only use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the product. When not using the microphone for extended periods of time: Store the microphone in a dry, clean and dust-free place at room
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Specifications Specifications Transducer principle externally polarized condenser microphone Diameter of diaphragm 25.4 mm / 1” Acoustic operating principle pressure gradient transducer Pick-up pattern cardioid Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz Sensitivity 25 mV/Pa Max. SPL 140 dB Equivalent noise level 10 dB(A) (DIN IEC 651) 20 dB (CCIR 468-3) Dynamic range 130 dB Nominal impedance approx. 50 Ω Min. terminating impedance 1 k Ω Power supply phantom powering 48 V (P48) Current consumption 3.1
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Specifications Polar diagram Frequency response curve dBV +10 0 -10 -20 -30 20 50 100 100 200 500 1.000 1k 2k 5k 10.000 10k 20k Hz MK 4 | 13 ZH RU NL ES IT FR EN DE
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If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution No function The phantom power Check the corresponding on the mixing con- setting on the channel sole or phantom strip. power device is not switched on. The phantom power Check the mains connec- device is not con- tion or the battery of the nected to the mains phantom power device. or no battery is inserted. No signal The microphone is Check the signal path. transmission connected to the If necessary, a
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If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution Sound Wrong input sensi- Reduce the input sensitiv- distorted tivity setting or ity or pre-amplifiaction of wrong pre-amplifi- the subsequent device so cation of the sub- that sufficient gain sequent amplifier reserve remains. Wind influence Use a suitable windshield (see page 10). Plosives Use a suitable popshield (see page 10). Structure-borne Use a suitable shock noise transmission mount (see page 7). Sound Pick-up pattern
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Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements • RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC) • WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recycling cen
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Manufacturer Declarations This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This class B digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada Changes or mo
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany, Publ. 09/10, 540080/A01
