HHB comm FlashMic DRM85-CLI - Manual

FLASHMIC NEWS UPDATE, IBC/AES 2007
DRM85LI
DRM85-CLI
FlashMic family expands
with new line input
equipped models
MP3
COMPATIBILITY
New FlashMic Manager
software release enables
mp3 file production
Following the recent expansion of the
FlashMic Digital Recording Microphone range
with the launch of the cardioid DRM85-C,
HHB now announces two new FlashMics –
the line input equipped DRM85LI and
DRM85-CLI.
Developed in direct response to requests
from broadcasters, the new models are line
input equipped versions of the existing
DRM85 omni-directional and DRM85-C
cardioid FlashMics, enabling journalists to
record the feeds often provided at press
conferences.
Both new FlashMics feature a bantam TT
jack input on the base of the microphone
body. An XLR to bantam jack cable is
supplied which, when connected, switches
out the microphone signal, recording only
the line input signal. Journalists enjoy the
flexibility of being able to record a press
conference feed, then switch quickly to
recording interviews or adding their own
commentary to the piece.
Another important FlashMic development
implemented in response to customer
feedback is compatibility with mp3 files.
FlashMic PCM or mp2 recordings can now
be converted by the supplied FlashMic
Manager Mac/PC software application to
provide mp3 files – the preferred workflow
format for some broadcasters.
Existing FlashMic owners can download the
updated FlashMic Manager software free of
charge at www.flashmic.info.
FLASHMIC KEY FEATURES
LI
LI
• Convenient, portable and easy to use
• Rugged build quality, designed to withstand the
rigours of portable recording
• High-quality, omni or cardioid Sennheiser condenser
microphone capsule for broadcast-quality recording
• New line input equipped models available
• Very high quality microphone preamplifier with full
manual or automatic gain control
• 1GB Flash memory for digital audio recording
• Maximum record time of over 18 hours
• LCD display with backlight for time, level and status
information
• USB-Interface for transfer of audio data (configured
as a mass storage device), also used for
configuration presets and FlashMic firmware
updates
• Headphone amplifier with volume control
• 9 user templates can be configured externally using
the FlashMic Manager PC/Mac software supplied
• Real time clock. Time-date can be updated from the
mic or when linked to host PC/Mac
• Uses 2 x standard AA or rechargeable AA batteries
• Battery remaining indicator with visible low battery
warning
• Battery life greater that 8 hours (1500mAh primary
cells)
• Pre record buffer adjustable from 0-10 secs
• Records linear 32, 44.1 or 48kHz, or MPEG 1
Layer 2 encoded audio (128-192 kbps) broadcast
wave (.wav) files, including time stamp
• mp3 compatible via FlashMic Manager
• Simple mode of operation where presets from
external PC/Mac templates can be recalled
• Expert mode of operation where all variables are
accessible on the FlashMic
• Record time remaining indicator with low time
remaining visible warning
• Switchable high pass filter, 12dB/octave @ 100Hz
FLASHMIC RANGE
DRM85
Omni-directional digital recording
microphone
DRM85-C
Cardioid digital recording microphone
DRM85LI
Omni-directional digital recording
microphone with line input
DRM85-CLI
Cardioid digital recording microphone
with line input
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