Nady RSM-2 Manual - Page 2

WARNING / PRECAUTIONS The active element of your microphone is a very thin corrugated aluminum ribbon clamped under light tension and mounted between the poles of a strong magnet. This design enables it to produce warmest, most natural sound available from any type of studio microphone. However, it also makes this the most sensitive and fragile studio microphone available. All ribbon microphones require special care or they will be seriously damaged. In order to ensure long life for your RSM-2 please always follow these 4 precautions: 1. Always protect your RSM-2 from any hard knocks, such as from dropping the mic, or not properly padding in shipment, as such jolts can destroy the ribbon assembly. Always handled with complete care. 2. Prevent any sudden or strong blasts of air movement from ever reaching your microphone, as they can tear and destroy the fragile ribbon. Never blow into your RSM-2! When using, always utilize a pop filter, such as the optional Nady MPF-6, to prevent any percussive sounds from damaging the ribbon. Such filters also prevent damage from moisture from mouth spray; 3. Never intentionally or accidentally apply any phantom power from your mixer or a phantom power supply to your RSM-2 as it can burn up the ribbon. Please always check carefully before connecting your ribbon mic that there is no phantom power being provided to the RSM-2. 4. When not in use, always keep the microphone in the padded soft case provided. Also, always store the mic in a vertical position because, over time, the 2" long ribbons can sag, gradually degrading performance if the mic is stored on its side. Note: damaged ribbons are not covered by warranty and there will be a charge to replace the element. USING THE OPTIONAL MPF-6 POP FILTER The optional MDF-6 pop filter should always also be used with your RSM-2. This pop filter should be placed between the sound source and the microphone to prevent percussive sound blasts and air movement from damaging the very fragile ribbon assembly of the RSM-2. It is also useful in keeping mouth spray out of the microphone, which can also degrade or destroy the delicate ribbon. SERVICE (U.S.) Should your Nady microphone require service, please contact the Nady Service Department via telephone at (510) 652- 2411 or e-mail at [email protected]. (INTERNATIONAL) For service, please contact the Nady distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you purchased this product. Date of purchase Dealer's Name Street _____ City State Zip Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as it will void your warranty. Please note that due to the extremely delicate nature of ribbon mics, which can easily be damaged by misuse and mishandling (as noted under Warning / Precautions section above), the ribbon assembly of the RSM-2 is not covered under warranty. Check your unit carefully upon receipt and return to place of purchase immediately if there are any problems with the mic. After that, the standard Nady warranty will only apply to defects in materials and workmanship other than the ribbon assembly. It these are damaged, please contact the Nady Service Department for a quote for replacement of the ribbon assembly. SPECIFICATIONS Type: Large Ribbon Geometry (LRG) ribbon (velocity) Microphone Ribbon type & Dimensions: Pure aluminum, 2 microns thick, 50mm x 5mm (L x W) Polar pattern: Figure 8 Sensitivity: -55dB(0dB=1V/Pa) Frequency response: 30 to 18,000Hz (+/- 3dB) Impedance: