Shure Headphones VP83 User Manual

Wired Microphones  
VP83  
User Guide  
Le Guide de l’Utilisateur  
Bedienungsanleitung  
Manuale d’uso  
Guia del Usuario  
Guida dell’Utente  
Gebruikershandleiding  
Руководство пользователя  
Pengguna Panduan  
取扱説明書  
사용자 안내서  
用户指南  
© 2013 Shure Incorporated  
Printed in China  
27A20676 (Rev. 2)  
N108  
 
VP83  
General Description  
Designed for use with DSLR and video cameras, the Shure VP83  
condenser microphone enables videographers to capture professional  
quality audio. Adjustable gain, superior off-axis rejection, and a selectable  
low-cut filter provide exceptional definition and clarity. Consistent with  
Shure's commitment to quality and durability, the VP83 features a  
lightweight, all-metal housing and a built-in Rycote® shock mount for  
reliable use in the field.  
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Features  
• Supercardioid/lobar pattern rejects unwanted off-axis sounds  
• Low-cut and gain switches for maximum adaptability  
• Rycote® integrated shock mount  
• 130 hours of battery life  
① Rycote® Foam Windscreen  
⑥ Power / Low Battery LED  
• Built-in 3.5 mm audio output cable  
• Superior RF immunity  
② Battery Compartment  
⑦ Power / Low-Cut Filter Switch  
• Durable, all-metal housing  
③ Rycote® Integrated Shock  
on power on  
Mount  
• Shoe mount adapter for easy installation  
power on with low-cut filter engaged  
off power off  
④ Audio Output Cable  
⑤ Gain Adjustment Switch  
⑧ Camera Shoe Mount Adapter  
Mounting the Microphone  
Installing Batteries  
This microphone requires one AA battery to operate (Alkaline, NiMH, or  
Lithium). To install:  
1. Squeeze the door latches and pull the battery compartment open.  
2. Insert the battery into the holder according to the polarity indicator and  
secure it into place.  
3. Close the compartment by pushing the holder back in until it latches.  
Low Battery LED: When the battery is running low, the LED turns red and the  
battery should be replaced as soon as possible. See the battery life table in the  
user guide to determine remaining runtime after the LED turns red.  
1. Slide the microphone onto the  
camera shoe.  
2. Tighten the knurled ring to  
secure.  
Tip: In addition to the vibration isolation provided by the shock mount,  
the low-cut filter can be used to further eliminate handling noise and  
low frequency rumble.  
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Audio Configuration  
① Connect to the camera or recording device  
Why Gain Settings are Important  
Plug the attached coiled cable into the camera's audio input.  
Alternatively, the microphone can be plugged into a field  
recorder or other external device. It may be connected to both  
a camera and a recorder by using a Y-splitter cable.  
Proper gain adjustment is necessary to  
achieve the best signal-to-noise ratio. When  
recording audio, the camera's preamp circuitry  
may introduce a small amount of noise that  
increases as the camera's preamp gain is  
raised, or when volume levels are raised  
during post production.  
How the VP83 improves performance:  
The VP83 microphone has very low noise  
characteristics, which means that using more  
gain from the microphone and less from the  
camera will improve the signal-to-noise ratio  
and result in a cleaner audio signal.  
② Lower the camera's gain (input volume) to the minimum  
setting  
Using the least amount of gain from the camera or recording  
device and more gain from the VP83 will result in a better  
signal-to-noise ratio.  
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Note: If automatic gain control on the camera (when applicable) introduces  
unwanted audio artifacts, consider bypassing the feature.  
Low-cut Filter  
The low-cut filter reduces low frequency  
rumble caused by camera handling and other  
environmental factors by rolling off low frequencies  
170 Hz and below (12 dB per octave). To engage,  
slide the power switch to the low-cut filter (  
position.  
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③ Perform a sound check and adjust the gain switch  
The dB gain switch adjusts the level of the audio signal sent to  
the camera's audio input. Begin with the gain switch set to +20  
dB. Monitor the camera's audio meter and adjust the switch  
so that the loudest sounds do not exceed -6 dB.  
Monitoring the Audio Signal  
To listen to the audio while recording, connect a  
pair of headphones to the camera's headphone  
output. Use the camera's headphone volume  
control to adjust the monitoring level. Do not  
use the gain switch on the VP83 to adjust the  
monitoring level.  
+20 dB:  
Appropriate level for many cameras when recording typical  
sound levels (speech, for example) and for quiet sources.  
0 dB:  
Use when capturing sounds that are slightly louder than typical  
speech levels.  
-10 dB:  
Use when the signal is too loud and distorts the camera's  
preamp, or in loud environments, such as a concert or sporting  
event.  
Note: Camera input sensitivity varies between manufacturers. Use this  
information for general reference.  
④ If necessary, increase the camera's input gain  
The audio signal should peak between -12 and -6 dB on the  
camera's audio meter. Follow the camera manufacturer's  
instructions to fine tune the gain to reach the appropriate level.  
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Specifications  
Cartridge Type  
Electret Condenser  
20  
15  
10  
5
Polar Pattern  
0.6 m (2 ft.) from sound source  
Supercardioid/Lobar  
Frequency Response  
50 to 20,000 Hz  
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Output Impedance  
-5  
171 Ω  
-10  
-15  
-20  
-25  
-30  
Sensitivity  
open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical  
-36.5 dBV/Pa[1] (14.9 mV)  
Maximum SPL  
1 kHz at 1% THD[2], 1000 Ω load  
20  
100  
1k  
10k  
20k  
129 dB SPL  
Hz  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio[3]  
76.6 dB  
Dynamic Range  
@ 1 kHz, 1000 Ω load  
111.6 dB  
Clipping Level  
@ 1 kHz, 1% THD, 1000 Ω load  
-2.7 dBV  
Self Noise  
equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical  
17.4 dB SPL-A  
Operating Temperature Range  
-18°C (0°F) to 57°C (135°F)  
Storage Temperature Range  
-29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)  
Operating Relative Humidity  
0 to 95%  
Housing  
Cast aluminum  
2,500 Hz  
6,300 Hz  
10,000 Hz  
250 Hz  
500 Hz  
1,000 Hz  
Power Requirements  
1 AA battery (Alkaline, NiMH, Lithium)  
Net Weight  
133 g (4.7 oz.)  
[1] 1 Pa=94 dB SPL  
[2]THD of microphone preamplifier when  
applied input signal level is equivalent to  
cartridge output at specified SPL  
[3]S/N ratio is the difference between 94  
dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise,  
A-weighted  
Battery Life  
AA Battery Type  
Typical Remaining Runtime (Hours)  
New Battery  
130  
After power LED turns red  
Alkaline  
NiMH  
13  
2
108  
½
Lithium  
187  
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Troubleshooting  
Certifications  
Issue  
Solution  
Unit does not turn on  
Replace batteries and make sure that the batteries are installed  
correctly.  
Note: Testing is based on the use of supplied and recommended  
cable types. The use of other than shielded (screened) cable types  
may degrade EMC performance.  
Sound is distorted  
• Check that the audio cable is completely inserted into the camera.  
• Camera input gain may be set too high, resulting in clipping. Try  
lowering the gain. If the camera's gain appears to be adjusted  
properly, try setting the gain switch set to 0 or -10 dB.  
• If listening through headphones, check the connection or try using  
a different pair.  
com/europe/compliance  
Authorized European representative:  
Shure Europe GmbH  
No sound  
• Make sure the microphone is on and that the audio cable is  
connected to the correct audio input jack on the camera.  
• If the camera doesn’t register a signal, try increasing the camera  
gain or setting the gain switch to +20.  
Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa  
Department: EMEA Approval  
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12  
75031 Eppingen, Germany  
Phone: 49-7262-92 49 0  
Fax: 49-7262-92 49 11 4  
Accessories and Replacement Parts  
Rycote® replacement foam windscreen  
Rycote® Windjammer™  
A83W  
A83-FUR  
3.3 in  
(84 mm)  
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5.9 in  
(150 mm)  
1.7 in  
(43 mm)  
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Europe, Middle East, Africa:  
Shure Europe GmbH  
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12,  
75031 Eppingen, Germany  
Phone: 49-7262-92490  
Fax: 49-7262-9249114  
PT. GOSHEN SWARA INDONESIA  
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