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ATR6550
Condenser Shotgun Microphone
Select Audio-Technica ATR series microphones purchased in the U.S.A. from an authorized Audio-
Technica (A.T.U.S.) dealer are warranted for the lifetime of the original purchaser by A.T.U.S. to be free
of defects in materials and workmanship. In event of a defect, End-User’s exclusive remedy is at A.T.U.S.’
election, the cost of repair, refund of the purchase price in the form of credit or cash, or replacement of
the product. A.T.U.S. reserves the right to replace any product with one of equal value. The product must
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of original purchase and $8.00 for handling and return to a U.S. address. Check or money order required;
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This warranty excludes defects due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage, or failure to use product
in accordance with instructions. This warranty is void in the event of unauthorized repair or modification,
or removal or defacing of the product labeling.
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Outside the U.S.A., please contact your local dealer for warranty details.
U.S. ATR SERIES
LIFETIME LIMITED END-USER WARRANTY
ATR6550
Features
• 3.5 mm connector plugs into your video camera
• Two range settings: “Normal” for close and medium distance;
“Tele” for long distance
User Instructions
Inserting Battery and Connecting Microphone
• Unscrew the lower portion of microphone to open the battery
compartment. Insert battery, matching the polarity markings
inside the battery compartment. Screw mic/cover back
together.
• Plug the cable’s mini-plug into the mic jack on your video
camera, DSLR or recording device. (When using with
equipment that includes a built-in mic, consult that device’s
user guide for instructions on disabling its mic.)
Turning On
• Turn on camera or recording device.
• Slide microphone switch to the NORMAL position when
miking at close or medium range; slide to the TELE position
when miking at longer range. (Experiment with both settings
before recording.) Slide to OFF position to turn microphone off.
Using Stand/Grip Clamp or Camera Mount
• Stand clamp screws onto the top of a mic stand or boompole;
camera mount screws onto top of most video and DSLR
cameras. Slide the mic far enough into the clamp or mount so
it is held securely.
Tips
For best results, position mic as close to sound source as
possible. Beyond three or four feet, the audio may start to sound
distant. Also, try to aim the mic at the sound source, as sound
from the side or rear will not be picked up well. Still, some side
or rear sound may be recorded—keep this in mind, especially if
mounting mic to a camera, since some camera operation noise
may be captured.
Specifications
Element: Condenser; Polar Pattern: Normal: Cardioid;
Tele: Supercardioid; Frequency Response: 70 – 18,000 Hz;
Sensitivity: Normal: -56 dB; Tele: -45 dB; Impedance: Normal:
1,000 ohms; Tele: 2,200 ohms; Battery Type: AA;
Weight: 113 g (4 oz); Cable: 1 m (3.3') long, permanently
attached cable with 3.5 mm (
1
/
8
") mini-plug; Accessories
Included: Camera mount; microphone stand/grip clamp; foam
windscreen; AA battery
Specifications and product details are subject to change without notice.
English
Thank you for purchasing this Audio-Technica condenser
shotgun microphone. Please read the instructions in this
manual before using.
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224
www.audio-technica.com P52493