AKG PERCEPTION820 TUBE User Instructions Download Page 3

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PERCEPTION 820 TUBE

1.1 Symbols Used

1.2 Safety Instructions

1.3 Environment

The lightning flash with arrowpoint in an equilateral triangle means that there are
dangerous voltages present within the unit.

The exclamation point in an equilateral triangle on the equipment indicates that it
is necessary for the user to refer to the User Manual. In the User Manual, this
symbol marks instructions that the user must follow to ensure safe operation of
the equipment.

1. Do not spill any liquids on the equipment and do not drop any objects through the ven-

tilation slots in the equipment.

2. Use the equipment in dry rooms only. Do not expose the equipment to rain or splash

water. Never place objects containing liquids (e.g., vases) on or near the equipment.

3. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the equipment. Do not attempt to service the

equipment yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Opening the chassis for any
reason will void the manufacturer’s warranty.

4. Before connecting the equipment to power, check that the AC mains voltage stated on

the power supply included with the equipment is identical to the AC mains voltage avail-
able where you will use the equipment. Also check that the power outlet is a standard
type with a protective ground connection. Disconnecting the protective ground lead or
using non-standard power plugs or non-standard power outlets is illegal.

5. Operate the equipment with the power supply included with the equipment only. Using

a different power supply may cause serious damage to the unit.

6. If any solid object or liquid penetrates into the equipment, shut down the sound system

immediately. Disconnect the equipment from power immediately and have the equipment
checked by AKG service personnel.

7. If you will not use the equipment for a long period of time, disconnect the equipment from

power. Please note that the equipment will not be fully isolated from power when you set
the power switch to OFF.

8. Disconnect the equipment from power during storms to prevent damage.
9. Make sure to route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the equipment.

10. To avoid hum or interference, route all audio lines, particularly those connected to mi-

crophone inputs, away from power lines of any type. If you use cable ducts, be sure to
use separate ducts for the audio lines.

11. Make sure to replace the built-in fuse with a standard fuse of the same type and rating

only. Using any other type of fuse may cause excessive heating and/or a risk of fire.

12. Do not place the equipment near heat sources such as radiators, heating ducts, or am-

plifiers, etc. and do not expose it to direct sunlight, excessive dust, moisture, rain, me-
chanical vibrations, or shock.

13. Clean the equipment with a moistened (not wet) cloth only. Be sure to disconnect the

equipment from power before cleaning the equipment! Never use caustic or scouring
cleaners or cleaning agents containing alcohol or solvents since these may damage the
enamel and plastic parts.

14. Use the equipment for the applications described in this manual only. AKG cannot ac-

cept any liability for damage resulting from improper handling or misuse.

1. When scrapping the equipment, separate the case, circuit boards, and cables, and dis-

pose of all components in accordance with local waste disposal rules.

2. The packaging of the equipment is recyclable. Dispose of the packaging in an appropriate

container provided by the local waste collection/recycling entity and observe all local
legislation relating to waste disposal and recycling.

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Summary of Contents for PERCEPTION820 TUBE

Page 1: ...USER INSTRUCTIONS p 2 Please read the manual before using the equipment MODE D EMPLOI p 20 Veuillez lire cette notice avant d utiliser le syst me PERCEPTION820TUBE...

Page 2: ...Down 8 4 Using the Microphone 9 4 1 Introduction 9 4 2 Bass Cut Filter 9 4 3 Preattenuation Pad 10 4 4 Hints on Microphone Placement 10 4 4 1 Lead Vocals 10 4 4 2 Choir Backing Vocals 10 4 4 3 Trumpe...

Page 3: ...l not use the equipment for a long period of time disconnect the equipment from power Please note that the equipment will not be fully isolated from power when you set the power switch to OFF 8 Discon...

Page 4: ...ngs a degree of warmth and musicality that is difficult to achieve with solid state microphones The microphone incorporates a carefully selected ECC 83 tube If the tube needs replacing you may alterna...

Page 5: ...y mixer input stages etc D Bass cut switch This toggle switch lets you reduce low end distortion caused by foot fall or wind noise etc The bass cut filter also minimizes the proximity effect that clos...

Page 6: ...J GROUND LIFT This pushbutton switch allows you to remove hum caused by ground loops To open the chassis ground connection press the GROUND LIFT button OUT LIFT po sition To restore the chassis groun...

Page 7: ...he rear panel to the correct position as shown in Table 1 below 3 Referring to Table 1 above use the correct power cord to connect the Remote Control Unit to a grounded power outlet When on tour you m...

Page 8: ...ide the microphone to heat up properly 1 Set the power switch on the Remote Control Unit rear panel to 0 The front panel POWER LED will go out 2 Wait for five minutes to allow the tube to cool down to...

Page 9: ...nt Keep the microphone dry Moisture from blowing or singing directly at the capsule from a short distance or extremely high humidity may cause the microphone to start crack ling or go very quiet due t...

Page 10: ...other It is also a good choice for cymbal overhead miking Every instrument radiates its sound in a specific way Therefore to get the best sound do not hesitate to experiment with microphone placement...

Page 11: ...chnique 1 Refer to section 4 4 1 Lead Vocals above If you have enough tracks avail able we recommend overdub bing each voice separately Backing vocals technique 2 If you use a separate micro phone for...

Page 12: ...om Electric bass Use the same technique as for the electric guitar You can use a DI box to add the direct signal of the line output on the bass amp to the microphone signal Solo violin Set the polar p...

Page 13: ...s above Cello technique 2 Use a close in microphone as in technique 1 above plus a distant microphone Set the level of the close in microphone approx 20 dB lower than the distant mic level We recommen...

Page 14: ...PERCEPTION 820 TUBE or a stereo pair see section 4 4 2 Choir at the middle strings from a height of 5 to 7 feet 1 5 to 2 m For a rock pop sound place two microhones roughly 8 to 16 in 20 to 40 cm abov...

Page 15: ...the drummer s head Set each microphone to car dioid or omnidirectional mode Use little or no EQ This tech nique will pick up the entire kit delivering a highly natural sound Cymbals To record cymbals...

Page 16: ...nt inside the Remote Control Unit To avoid elec tric shock injury and fire UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES disconnect the power cord from the Remote Control Unit before replacing a fuse To avoid damage replac...

Page 17: ...red level 3 Connect microphone to mixer or recording device 4 Check cable connectors for secure seat 5 Check cables and replace damaged cable s 6 Check POWER LED Switch power to Remote Control Unit on...

Page 18: ...weighted 78 dB Max SPL 135 155 dB SPL 0 20 dB Preattenuation pad 20 dB switchable on Remote Control Unit Bass cut filter slope 12 dB octave 80 Hz switchable on Remote Control Unit Environment tempera...

Page 19: ...19 PERCEPTION 820 TUBE 7 Specifications Frequency Response Polar Diagram Omni directional Cardioid Figure Eight...

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Page 21: ...39 PERCEPTION 820 TUBE Notes Notes...

Page 22: ...es Fones de ouvido Microfones s fios Fones de ouvido s fios Microfones de cabe a Componentes ac sticos Technische nderungen vorbehalten Specifications subject to change without notice Ces caract risti...

Page 23: ...dable tube microphones the Perception 820 Tube delivers real tube sound quality The Perception 820 Tube s features are endless The dual one inch True Condenser Large Diaphragm capsule delivers a clear...

Page 24: ...00 Ohms Equivalent noise level 16 dB A Signal Noise ratio 78 dB A weighted Maximum SPL 135 155 dB SPL 0 20 dB Pad Attenuation Pad 20 dB switchable on remote control unit Low cut filter 80 Hz 12 dB oct...

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Page 26: ...kabel Rubber band 5 3101M71010 2 Gummiband Tube 6 3101M62010 1 R hre PCB assy microphone 7 3101M61010 1 Mikrofonprint kompl Switch 8 3101M54010 2 Schalter Switch assy with knob 9 3101M52010 1 Schalter...

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