Tascam TM-STPRO - Manual

TM-STPRO
XY Stereo Microphone
Description
TASCAM’s TM-STPRO is a stereo X/Y microphone
perfectly suited to capture detailed studio and live
performances. Th
is back-electret condenser micro-
phone captures a wide stereo image with rich sound
quality. Th
e balanced XLR output is perfect for con-
necting to TASCAM recorders like the US-144, DP-02
and 2488neo. A switchable low cut fi lter is provided to
remove low frequency rumble during recording. Th
e
TM-STPRO includes a 16’ stereo XLR cable for fl exible
microphone placement. Also included are a microphone
stand clip, wind screen, AA battery and protective carry
pouch.
Th e great-sounding TM-STPRO makes stereo recording
easy and aff ordable for anyone.
Specifi cations
Model:
TM-ST PRO
Elements: Back Electret Condenser
Type: X/Y Stereo
Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 20k Hz
Sensitivity @ 1Pa: -47 dBV
Impedance: 200Ω, BALANCED
Maximum SPL: 126 dB SPL
Dynamic Range: 102 dB
Power: Phantom Power or AA Battery
Consumption: 2 mA
Connector: Integral 5-pin XLR-M
Weight: 320g/11.3 oz.
Powering the microphone
Th
ere are two ways to power the TM-STPRO:
1. Turn on the Phantom Power switch on your micro-
phone preamp. You should switch on phantom power for both
channels of the TM-STPRO. Phantom power sends 48 volts
to the microphone over the cable and is commonly found on
professional mixers and recorders.
2.
Install a AA battery to power the microphone. An
alkaline AA battery provides approximately 400 hours of op-
eration under normal circumstances. Th
ere is no power switch
on the TM-STPRO, so you need to remove the battery when
you are fi nished using the microphone.
Installing the battery
1.
Unscrew microphone body cover
2. Remove the body shell
3. Insert the battery, taking note of the polarity
Battery Precautions:
•
Insert the battery correctly
• Do not charge the included AA battery
• Remove the battery if the microphone will not
be used for a long period of time
• If the battery leaks, clean the battery holder
before inserting a new battery
Using the Low Cut Filter
Th
e low-cut fi lter switch is located on the top of the micro-
phone. To switch on the low cut fi lter, move the switch to the
down position (indicated by the icon). Move the switch
to the up position for full bass response (indicated by the
icon). Th
e low cut fi lter attenuates frequencies below 150Hz at
a cutoff slope of 6dB per octave.
To permanently set the microphone for fl at response, so that
it cannot be accidentally switched to rolloff mode, use the
switch protector located under the switch. Unscrew the philips
screw holding the switch protector in place, rotate it so it faces
upward, then replace the philips screw.
Included Accessories:
•
16’ Stereo XLR5-F to dual XLR3-M cable
• Microphone Stand Clip
• AA Battery
• Windscreen
• Protective
Pouch