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The American Performer microphone can be used with any
standard mixer, powered mixer/amplifier, or mic preamp.
Using the supplied XLR-to-
1
/
4
” phone plug low impedance
cable, connect the female XLR end to the American Performer
mic, and the
1
/
4
” phone plug end to your equipment.
Depending on the application, the American Performer
microphone can either be handheld or mounted on a
microphone stand with a standard mic clip.
Be aware of the proximity effect (an increase in bass
response) when the mic is placed close to the mouth or
instrument. This may or may not be desirable. Experimenting
with the position of the mic with respect to the audio source
will ensure the optimum results you are seeking in any given
application. Also, never place your hands over the ballscreen
of the mic during use, as this can degrade the performance.
If the mic is placed too near a speaker, an unpleasant
howling effect (acoustic feedback) may occur. Although all
microphones are prone to feedback to some extent, those
with unidirectional polar pattern (such as the American
Performer) are specially designed to accept only signals
for the audio source directly in front of the mic cartridge.
Thus, the cardioid pattern of the American Performer mic
ensures that it will deliver only the desired audio in front of
the mic, rejecting the unwanted audio from the rear, even
in noisy ambient conditions with high sound pressure levels
from the P.A. and monitor speakers. This means that feedback
will be greatly minimized with the American Performer in all
live performance miking applications.
Some useful ways in which to totally eliminate annoying
feedback include: experimenting with mic positions with
respect to the speakers; decreasing speaker volume
(whenever possible), and adjusting the equalization of
the mic audio with the mixer.
Service Information
In the U.S.
If you are experiencing operational problems with your system, please refer to the Support page at www.nady.com
for assistance. Should your wireless system require service, please contact the Nady Service Department at (510) 652-2411 to
obtain a Return Authorization (R/A) Number and service quote (if out of warranty). Make sure the R/A Number is clearly marked
on the outside of the package that you are returning.
If your unit is out of warranty, please enclose a cashier’s check or money order (or pay by credit card) per instructions by the
Nady Service Department. Ship your unit prepaid to: Nady Systems, Service Department, 6701 Shellmound Street, Emeryville,
CA 94608. Include a brief description of the problem you are experiencing. For service of a unit under warranty, please follow
the instructions in the following section.
Outside the U.S.
For service or warranty matters please contact the Nady distributor in your country through the dealer/store
from which you purchased this product.
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as it can be dangerous and will also void the warranty.
90 Days Warranty
Nady Systems, Inc. warrants to the original consumer purchaser (U.S.A. only) that your unit is free from any defects in material or workmanship for a period of
90 days from the date of purchase. If any such defect is discovered within the warranty period, Nady Systems, Inc. will repair or replace the unit free of charge,
subject to verification of the defect or malfunction upon delivery or shipping prepaid to Nady Systems.
Important:
Please do not return our product to the store where it was purchased. Nady Systems, Inc. accepts the responsibility of keeping you a satisfied customer.
This warranty does not apply to defects or physical damage resulting from abuse, neglect, accident, improper repair, alteration, or unreasonable use of the
unit resulting in cracked or broken cases or parts, or units damaged by excessive heat, and does not apply to batteries or damage caused by leaking batteries.
This warranty does not cover finish or appearance items nor items damaged in shipment en route to Nady Systems Inc. for repair. You must include proof of date
and place of purchase (i.e. photocopy of your bill of sale) or we cannot be responsible for repairs or replacement. If factory service is required, you must contact
our Service Department at 510/652-2411 for a return authorization (RA) number. Make sure the RA number is clearly marked on the outside of the package.
Nady Systems, Inc. will not repair nor be held responsible for any units sent without proper identification and return address or RA number clearly marked
on the package.
For service, ship units prepaid to: Nady Systems, Inc., Service Department, 6701 Shellmound St., Emeryville, CA 94608.
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