Astatic CTM-55B Microphone User Manual


 
Specifications
Generating Element:
Moving Coil Dynamic, Neodymium Magnet
Polar Pattern:
Supercardioid
Frequency Response:
50 Hz - 16kHz
Output Level:
Open Circuit Voltage @ 1KHz:
-54dBV (2mv) @ Pa
Impedance:
Low (200 ohms nominal)
Phasing:
Positive pressure on diaphragm generates a positive
voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3
Shock Mounting System:
I.N.R.-2
(Impact Noise Rejection)
Grille Screen:
Woven Flex-Form (hardened steel)
Case:
Die Cast Zinc Alloy
Finish:
Durable Soft Feel, Non-Slip Midnight Black.
Dimensions:
See Drawing
NET Weight:
285 grams (10 oz.)
Included Accessories:
40-328...Microphone swivel clamp
40-375...Zippered vinyl pouch
Optional Accessories:
TBS-2...Non-reflective round base floor stand
40-109...Adjustable mic stand boom arm
40-352...25ft. broadcast quality cable terminated with
professional 3 pin male/female connectors
40-350...50ft. broadcast quality cable
40-351..100ft. broadcast quality cable
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Architects' and Engineers Specifications
The microphone shall be a dynamic supercardioid type, low impedance
with a wide-range frequency response, uniform from 50 Hz to 16 kHz.
Output level at 1 kHz shall be - 54dBV @ 1 Pa. The polar response shall
show a minimum of -20 dB at 125 degrees between 150 Hz and 3 kHz.
The transducer shall be isolated from handling noise, and other mechanically
generated vibration. The woven steel screen, when attached to the
microphone, shall withstand a drop of six feet to a wooden floor without
any deformation. The microphone shall have a length of 6 7/32 ± 1/32,
and a maximum diameter of 2 ± 1/32". The microphone shall be finished
in a durable Soft Feel, Non-Slip Midnight Black. A microphone swivel
clamp and zippered vinyl protective pouch shall be supplied.
The Astatic Model CTM-55B/CTM-55BLS is specified.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR CTM-55B/CTM-55BLS
Two-Year Limited Warranty
Omnitronics, LLC ("Astatic") hereby warrants that this product will be free of defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. In the unlikely event that a defect occurs,
Astatic will, at its opinion, either repair or replace with a new unit of equal or greater value. You should
retain proof of purchase to validate the purchase date and return it with any warranty claim. You must call
440-593-1111 ext. 212 to get a RETURN AUTHORIZATION number, which must appear on the
outside of the package. Return warranty claims carefully packed, insured and prepaid to the Service
Department at the address listed below.
This warranty excludes exterior finish or appearance, damage from abuse, misuse of the
product, use contrary to Astatic's instructions or unauthorized repair. All implied warranties,
merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose is hereby disclaimed and Astatic hereby
disclaims liability for incidental, special or consequential damages resulting from the use or
unavailability of this product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which may vary
from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
Note: No other warranty written or oral is authorized by Astatic, an Omnitronics, LLC company
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