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MCC-2

Audio Adapter/Bracket

             

This operating manual explains the function settings and how to 
use the adapter to record audio into the camera.

©Beachtek Inc. 2013

Operating Manual

Summary of Contents for MCC-2

Page 1: ...MCC 2 Audio Adapter Bracket This operating manual explains the function settings and how to use the adapter to record audio into the camera Beachtek Inc 2013 Operating Manual ...

Page 2: ...the popular Rode Videomics that have unbalanced mini plug connectors Since the adapter is a passive device it is completely noise free for superb audio The adapter is also virtually unclipable and offers an extremely wide dynamic range No power or batteries are required to operate the adapter The MCC 2 is very easy to set up and use The dual trim controls allow you to adjust the signal levels inde...

Page 3: ...onnector Output Unbalanced stereo mini jack with a detachable output cable Selectable MONO or STEREO Trim Controls Adjusts signal level on each channel from unity to no output Chassis Extruded aluminum chassis Three integrated mounting shoes Mounts to camera hot shoe 2 ...

Page 4: ...amplifiers Microphones with a sensitivity rating of greater than 35 dBV are ideal The ideal mics are the Rode VideoMic Pro and Stereo VideoMic Pro Use the 20dB boost setting on these mics Most wireless mics work well except for some Sony models which have very low output levels The Sennheiser EW100 system is ideal Cameras Any camcorder or DSLR camera that has a mic jack and preferably a headphone ...

Page 5: ...nt your shotgun mic and or wireless to the integrated shoes on the top and sides of the adapter 6 Connect mono mics to the L and or R inputs on the adapter Connect stereo mics to the STEREO input 7 Plug your headphones into the PHONES jack on the camera to monitor the audio Be sure that you hear audio on both channels from the connected devices 8 Before starting to record adjust the LEFT and RIGHT...

Page 6: ...Control Panel Connector Panel 5 ...

Page 7: ...he adapter is passive you should normally set the trim controls as high as possible without causing distortion If necessary adjust either the left or right trim control to balance both inputs so they are of equal amplitude Most camcorders and cameras use an automatic gain control AGC to adjust the optimum audio level for recording If your camcorder has no way of disabling this feature the adapter ...

Page 8: ... to these inputs 4 STEREO Input Connect stereo mics to this input 5 OUT Jack This jack outputs the mic level signal from the adapter for connection to the camera Use the supplied output cable to connect to the MIC input on the camera 7 ...

Page 9: ...Specifications Input Level MIC setting 35 dBu minimum Gain Unity Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 5 dB Dimensions 3 x 2 x 2 L W H 76 x 5 x 5 mm Weight 4 oz 0 13 kg 8 ...

Page 10: ...amage resulting from accident alteration misuse or abuse The device must be sent to our service center at your expense Should you require service please contact us for an RMA Request before returning the unit Return instructions can be found on our website at www beachtek com under the Support Option Upon receiving the returned adapter it will be inspected and replaced or repaired if found defecti...

Page 11: ...Contact Information Address Beachtek Inc 480 Osprey Avenue Kelowna British Columbia Canada V1Y 5A5 Phone 778 478 9872 Email info beachtek com Website www beachtek com ...

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