Nady Systems CM-2S - Manual

USER GUIDE
CM-2S Stereo Condenser Microphone
UNPACKING, INSPECTION, STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
Your CM-2S microphone was carefully packed at the factory, and the shipping carton was designed to protect the unit during shipping.
Please retain this container in the highly unlikely event that you ever need to return your microphone for servicing.
STANDARD ITEMS SUPPLIED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• CM-2S Stereo Condenser Microphone
• Mic clip
• 19" (0.5m) stereo cable (XLRF to 3.5mm stereo mini plug)
• 10' (3m) stereo cable (XLRF to two 3.5mm mono mini plugs)
• Two 3.5mm (female) to 1/4" (male) phone plug adapters
• Foam windscreen
• Soft, protective leatherette pouch
• AA battery
• User guide
• Warranty card
FEATURES & OPERATION
Congratulations on purchasing the Nady CM-2S Stereo Condenser Microphone. This superior, versatile microphone provides the
realistic spatial impact of a live sound field for many applications including stereo recording, ENG theater use, and FM stereo radio.
This manual covers the operation of the CM-2S microphone and the available optional accessories. To take full advantage of the
superb features of your microphone, and to enjoy long and trouble-free use, please read this user’s guide carefully.
• Camera Shoe Mount Adapter
• MST-5B Boom mic stand
The CM-2S uses a pair of closely-matched, wide range,
condenser uni-directional (cardioid) elements, angled at 110
° in
an X/Y stereo configuration. It features superb channel
separation; smooth, linear 30Hz-20kHz frequency response with
a switchable low-frequency roll-off; On/Off switch, high SPL
capability; extended dynamic range with ultra-low self noise;
crisp, clear transparent audio; and internal battery operation. All
this contained in a compact, lightweight design for easy camera
mounting
The CM-2S has two unbalanced, in-phase, low impedance stereo
outputs. The Left(+) signal is sent to Pin 2 and the Right(+) signal
is sent to Pin 3. Both Left and Right use a common Ground(-)
connection on Pin 1. Use the 19" stereo cable to connect to
3.5mm stereo inputs or the 10’cable to connect to two channels of
your mixing console or recording equipment.
Placing the mic closer to the sound source will create a more
pronounced stereo image while moving the mic further away will
lessen the stereo image and result in more room noise. Placing
a mic too close to a multi-voice source may result is some voices
being more dominant than others. Experiment with placement
for the best possible results. Use the low-cut filter switch to
reduce stage floor noise and undesired low frequencies.
Before operating, install an alkaline or mercury AA battery by
unscrewing, and sliding down, the lower portion of the handle to
reveal the battery compartment. The CM-2S is only designed for
battery use.
DANGER: DO NOT USE PHANTOM POWER WITH THE
CM-2S OR YOU COULD DAMAGE THE MICROPHONE.
Note: Low bias voltages (such as those used for mini-disc, DAT,
or analog recorders) will not harm the microphone.