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Specifications

Directional characteristics

Omnidirectional, hemisphere

Principle of operation 

Pressure

Cartridge type 

Pre-polarized condenser

Frequency range, ±2 dB 

20 Hz – 14 kHz  
(with a 7 dB soft boost at 8 KHz) 

Sensitivity, nominal ±3 dB at 1 kHz

20 mV/Pa; -34 dB re. 1 V/Pa

Equivalent noise level, A-weighted

Typ. 23 dB(A) re. 20 

µ

Pa (max. 26 dB(A))

Equivalent noise level ITU-R BS.468-4

Typ. 35 dB (max. 38 dB)

Distortion, THD < 1%

120 dB SPL RMS, 123 dB SPL peak

Dynamic range

Typ. 100 dB

Max. SPL, THD 10%

134 dB

Rated output impedance

From MicroDot: 30 - 40 Ω
From DAD6001-BC: 100 Ω

Cable drive capability 

Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter

Power supply (for full performance)

For wireless systems Min. 5 V - max. 10 V through  
DPA adapter
With DAD6001-BC: P48 (Phantom power). Will work  
from 12 V

Connector

MicroDot or XLR 3-pin

Color

Black rubber disc mounted in stainless steel base

Dimensions

Diameter: 100 mm (4 in)
Height: 12 mm (0.47 in)
Weight: 240 g (8.5 oz) excl. Cable

Cable

Cable length: 3 m (10 ft)
Cable diameter: 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
Cable color: Black

Polarity

Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive-going 
voltage at MicroDot pin (and pin 2 on DAD6001-BC XLR 
adapter)

Operating temperature range

-40°C to 45°C (-40°F  to 113° F)

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On-axis frequency response of BLM4060 Boundary Layer 

Microphone

Summary of Contents for BLM4060

Page 1: ...User s Manual Boundary Layer Microphone BLM4060 d p a m i c r o p h o n e s c o m b l m 4 0 6 0 ...

Page 2: ...trooms teleconferencing rooms and other places for audio reinforcement or recording This microphone is ideal for voice pick up The BLM4060 is designed to work optimally when placed on a table top but it also performs well on any other hard flat surface This microphone combines ease of use and placement with high sensitivity and a wide dynamic range ...

Page 3: ...e 3 m 10 ft cable provided with this microphone is slim and strong and terminated on both ends with a MicroDot connector Considering the microphone s small size it has an outstanding noise floor of 23 dB A re 20 µPa and an impressive sensitivity of 20 mV Pa If powered correctly the microphone will be able to handle sound pressure levels up to 134 dB SPL before clipping occurs A wide range of conne...

Page 4: ...are assembled by leading the male part into its female counterpart Female connector on the microphone body The MicroDot connector is assembled from the topside of the microphone The cable is connected to the microphone by turning the lock cap clockwise Make sure the thread is firmly tightened The MicroDot lock cap is turned clockwise and tightened firmly in the female connector ...

Page 5: ...peaker podiums etc Even if a table is covered with cloth the BLM4060 will work due to the shape and size of the disc The microphone has been designed to ensure high frequency clarity and speech intelligibility under most conditions The low frequency response is to some extent dependant on the area of the boundary However for speech pick up even small areas like podiums are adequate The microphone ...

Page 6: ...om DAD6001 BC 100 Ω Cable drive capability Up to 300 m 984 ft with DAD6001 BC XLR Adapter Power supply for full performance For wireless systems Min 5 V max 10 V through DPA adapter With DAD6001 BC P48 Phantom power Will work from 12 V Connector MicroDot or XLR 3 pin Color Black rubber disc mounted in stainless steel base Dimensions Diameter 100 mm 4 in Height 12 mm 0 47 in Weight 240 g 8 5 oz exc...

Page 7: ...one IMPORTANT No cleaning agent should ever be used as fluids may damage the microphone ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY This product is comprised by the Waste WEEE directive and should not be thrown in the garbage bin when obsolete Instead return it to your local DPA representative or DPA Microphones A S directly who will dispose of the product in accordance with the current environmental standards ...

Page 8: ...se contact DPA Microphones for your nearest representative Warranty This product is covered by a two year limited warranty on both mechanical functionality and docu mented specifications as long as the item is not mistreated abused or modified in any way In case of a warranty claim your invoice is your warranty registration CE Marking The CE mark guarantees that the product conforms to relevant Di...

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