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User’s Manual
Cardioid
Microphones
Type 4011
Type 4012
Cardioid Microphones
Type 4011, Type 4012
Technical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
Full Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5
Care of Microphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11
Service and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12
CE Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12
Contents
User’s Manual
The cartridge
Directional microphones Type 4011 and 4012 uses a 19mm diameter
prepolarized pressure gradient condenser-microphone cartridge with a first
order cardioid pick-up pattern. The diaphragm is of PVDF with a vaporized
layer of aluminum. This material is non-hygroscopic, i.e. it does not absorb
water, and is highly resistant to the most aggressive kinds of humidity.
The microphone housing is German silver. The large spacing between the
diaphragm and the back plate in this cartridge makes the microphone highly
insensitive to temperature influence. The microphone cartridge is designed to
have a linear on-axis response from 40Hz to 20kHz ±2dB measured in 30cm
distance (see Fig. 4). Great attention has also been paid to the microphone’s
off-axis performance during the design process (see Fig. 4). The diaphragm is
protected from dust by an acoustical transparent net behind the front
protection grid and inside the back port of the cartridge. For optimum stability
the microphone cartridges have undergone a special pre-aging process which
releases all tensions in the materials and stabilizes the polarization voltage.
The preamplifier
Types 4011 and 4012 are acoustically identical, but differ in their preamplifier
powering system. The 4012 is powered with 130V via the HMA4000 High-
Voltage Microphone Amplifier and has a modified 4-pin XLR-connector (see
Fig. 1 for pin designation). This special powering system enables the microphone
preamplifier to handle approximately 10dB higher sound pressure level than
similar microphone types powered through conventional P48 systems (4012:
168dB SPL peak and 4011: 155dB SPL peak). Both the 4011 and the 4012
together with the HMA4000 are transformerless. The 4011 is powered via a
standard P48 system and is equipped with standard 3-pin XLR-connector
(see Fig. 2 for pin designation), but has an attenuator switch built into the
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connector (see Fig. 3). The 0dB/20dB attenuation allows the 4011 to be used
for close-miking high SPL sound sources without the output of the micro-
phone overloading the console input amplifier. Types 4012 and 4011 use state
of the art low-noise preamplifier technology and are driven with unity gain.
All microphones come with an individual calibration chart of the self noise,
sensitivity and the individual frequency response.
The Passive Connection Converter
The PCC4000 Passive Connection Converter is an optional accessory, that
makes it possible to run High-Voltage Microphones on standard 48V phantom
power with reduced microphone specifications. The maximum reduction of
the microphone SPL handling capability will be 13dB and it is possible to
drive up to 100m of cable with the PCC4000 with the same specifications.
Like the High-Voltage Microphones the PCC4000 is transformerless. The input
connector is a modified 4-pin female XLR for connection directly to the micro-
phone. The output is a standard 3-pin male XLR-connector for connection to
standard cables.
Important: The microphones will only live up to their specifications if
powered correctly.
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Fig. 3
The switch on the XLR-connector of
Type 4011 is used to select between 0dB
and 20dB attenuation. Switch pressed in
results in maximum attenuation.
Fig. 1.
External view of the output
socket of the Type 4012.
Fig. 2.
External view of the output
socket of the Type 4011.
Cartridge type:
Pre-polarized condenser B&K Type MM0056
Principle of operation:
Pressure gradient
Power Supply:
4011: Phantom P48
4012: HMA4000 Two-channel High-Voltage Microphone
Amplifier - 130V or PCC4000 Passive Connection
Converter for P48
Frequency range:
On-axis: 40Hz - 20kHz ±2dB
Phase response:
Phase matching between any two microphones: ±15°
(100Hz to 20kHz)
Directional characteristics:
Cardioid
Sensitivity:
4011: Nominally 10mV/Pa; -40dB re. 1V/Pa unloaded (at 1kHz)
4012: Nominally 9mV/Pa; -41dB re. 1V/Pa unloaded (at 1kHz)
Equivalent noise level A-weighted:
Typ. 19dB(A) re. 20µPa (max. 20dB(A))
Equivalent noise level CCIR 468-1:
4011: Typ. 25dB (correct with the attenuator
in 0dB or -20dB setting)
4012: Typ. 25dB
Max SPL:
4011: 158dB SPL peak before clipping (attenuator set to either
0dB or -20dB)
4012: 168dB SPL peak
4012: with PCC4000: 155dB peak
Total Harmonic Distortion:
110 dB SPL peak (<0.5% THD)
116 dB SPL peak (<1% THD)
Preamplifier:
Frequency range:
4012: 20Hz to 50kHz ±0,2dB, 5Hz to 150kHz -3dB
4011: 20Hz to 40kHz -3dB (loaded with 2x10 kOhm//
10nF - equivalent to 100m cable)
Output impedance:
<220 Ohm
Cable drive capability:
4011: Up to 100m
4012: With HMA4000: Up to 300m
4012: With PCC4000: <100m
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Polarity:
4012: Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive-going
voltage at pin 4. Pin 1: Ground, Pin 2: Not used, Pin 3: 130 V DC
preamplifier supply, Pin 4: Signal. See Fig. 1.
4011: Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive-going
voltage at pin 2. Pin 1: Ground, Pin 2: Signal +, Pin 3: Signal return.
See Fig. 2
Difference frequency distortion:
(DF2, DF3, Df = 70Hz) <0.5% at 110dB SPL peak
Influence of vibration:
<71dB equivalent SPL for 1m/s2 in direction of
greatest sensitivity
Influence of magnetic field:
45dB equivalent SPL for 80A/m, 50Hz in direction of
greatest sensitivity
Operating temperature range:
-10 to +55°C (+14 to 131°F)
Dimensions:
Microphone length:
175mm
Microphone diameter:
19mm
Capsule diameter:
19mm
Weight:
165g
For use with Microphone Amplifier:
HMA4000 Hi-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2 ch.
Accessories included:
Microphone Holders & Suspension Mounts
UA0961
Microphone Holder
Windscreens
UA0896
Windscreen for Ø19mm Microphone
Accessories Available
Shock Mounts
RSM4000
Shock Mount for Windjammer
UA0897
Shock Mount
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Shock Mount Rubbers
DDS0731
Rubber Mount 19mm, Medium Soft
Microphone Holders & Suspension Mounts
UA0639
Microphone Clip
Stereo Accessories
DUA0019
Spacer for Stereo Boom, 19mm
UA0836
Stereo Boom with Holders
UA0837
Stereo Boom excluding Holders
Floor & Table Stands
MB4000
Magnet Base
TB4000
Table Base
Connection Adapters
HTP4000
Converter: 130V to P48
PCC4000
Passive Connection Converter: P48 to 130V
Cables
AO0182
P48 Microphone Cable, 5m
AO0261
130V Microphone Cable, 5m (Type 2812)
DAO0130
130V Microphone Cable, 5m (Type HMA4000)
Fig. 4. On-and off-axis responses of Types 4011 and 4012 measured in 30cm.
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Fig. 5.
Directional characteristics
of Types 4011 and 4012.
Fig. 6. The proximity effect exhibited by the 4011 and the 4012.
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Fig. 9. The effect of various cable lengths (loading capacitance) on the frequency
response of the Type 4011 (based on nominal sensitivity). For the Type 4012 with the
HMA4000 the curve shapes are the same, but the cable lengths are three times greater.
Fig. 10. SPL-handling capability (before clipping occurs) of Type 4011 with various cable
lengths (based on nominal sensitivity).
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Fig. 8. Typical third-octave inherent-noise spectrum of Types 4011 and 4012.
Fig. 7. On-axis amplitude and phase responses of Types 4011 and 4012 plotted using a
linear frequency axis for evaluation of the phase response.
It is important to bear in mind the following points with regards to
mounting, microphone care and the use of accessories:
•
The microphone cartridge is tightly secured to the main body housing,
and no attempt should be made to remove it. If a replacement cartridge
is required, contact your local DPA Microphones representative.
•
Use of windscreen is recommended when microphones are used in dirty
or dusty environments.
•
When not in use, the microphone should be disconnected and kept in
the case supplied.
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Service & Repair
Service & Repair
Products from DPA Microphones are extremely stable and there should not
be any significant change in the specifications with time and use. If, however,
you are not totally satisfied with the characteristics exhibited by these
products, then contact your nearest DPA Microphones representative for
further details of service and the repair facilities that are available. DPA
Microphones has a maximum seven working days in-house service policy,
guaranteeing that no more than seven working days will elapse from the day
we receive the item for service to the day we are ready to return it to you.
Your satisfaction is our satisfaction.
Please contact DPA Microphones for your nearest representative on
tel. +45 48 14 28 28 or fax +45 48 14 27 00.
Warranty
All products from DPA Microphones are covered by a limited warranty on
both their mechanical functionality and their documented specifications.
We are so confident of the quality of these products, that this warranty is
valid for one year from the date of purchase, as long as the items are not
directly mistreated or abused. In case of a warranty claim, your invoice is
your warranty registration.
CE Standard
The CE-mark guarantees all products conform with relevant standards
approved by the European Community. The products described in this User’s
Manual comply with current relevant standards when used with cables from
DPA Microphones.
EMC Directive: 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC
Low Voltage Directive: 73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC
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