Sony ECM-MS908C Operating Instructions - Page 8

0 Installing the battery (See fig. A 1 Turn the cap counterclockwise. 2 Pull out the grip to open the battery compartment. 3 Insert a R6 (size AA) battery. Be sure to match the 0 and on the battery with the 0 and O on the battery compartment. Battery life When the power is turned on, the battery check indicator lights momentarily. When the battery becomes weak, the indicator remains dimly lit or does not light at all. In this case, replace the battery with a new one. Sony R6P (SR) manganese battery gives continuous operation of the microphone for about 200 hours. Notes on battery To avoid damage to the unit caused by battery leakage and corrosion; • Install the battery with correct polarity. • Do not try to recharge the battery. • Remove the battery if the microphone is not to be used for a long period of time. In case of battery leakage, wipe off any deposit in the battery compartment before installing a new battery. Connection (see fig. B ) Connect the L-shaped stereo miniplug to the MIC jack of your recording I]. equipment (videocamera recorder, etc.) as illustrated in fig. IN) Parts Identification and Uses (see fig. I] Wind screen Attach to reduce wind or breathing noise. 1:1 Battery check indicator When the power/directive angle switch is turned from OFF to ON, this indicator lights momentarily. When the battery becomes weak, the indicator remains dimly lit or does not light at all. In this case, replace the battery with a new one. El Power/directive angle switch Set the switch according to the sound source. OFF Turns power off. ON Turns power on. 90° Use to pick up a relatively narrower sound source (instrumental solo, conversation, etc.), to provide a clear stereo sound image focused on target source. 120° Use to pick up a relatively wider sound source (orchestra, chorus, stage play, etc.), to provide a natural stereo sound image with full reality. The above gives guidelines for selecting an appropriate angle. Although following these guidelines is encouraged, you can freely select either angle according to your own preference. Grip El Cap Shoe adaptor (see fig. El) L-shaped stereo miniplug Connect to the MIC jack of your recording equipment (videocamera recorder, etc.).