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SCHOEPS

GmbH · Spitalstr. 20 · D-76227 Karlsruhe (Durlach) · Tel: +49 721 943 20-0 · Fax: +49 721 943 2050

www.schoeps.de · [email protected]

Technical Specifications

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Directional pattern: . . . . . . . . . . . .Supercardioid / lobe-shaped

Frequency range:  . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Hz – 20 kHz 

Switchable filters:  . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Hz with 18 dB/oct., 

300 Hz with 6 dB/oct., 

5 dB lift at 10 kHz (shelving)

Sensitivity:  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 mV/Pa

Equivalent noise level (filters off):  . .14 dB-A*, 24 dB CCIR**

Maximum sound pressure level:  . .132 dB SPL at 0.5% THD

Polarity:  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .An excursion of the diaphragm towards the back electrode 

(positive pressure phase) leads to a positive signal at pin 2.

Powering:   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 V ± 4 V phantom

Current consumption:   . . . . . . . . .4.4 mA

Maximum output voltage:  . . . . . .1.3 V (at 1 kHz, 1 kOhms)

Output impedance:   . . . . . . . . . . .50 Ohms

Recommended load impedance: . .600 Ohms or greater

Dimensions:  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Length: 251 mm, 

Diameter: 21 mm

Weight:   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Only 89 g (3-1/8 ounces)

Surface finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Anodized

Technical Specifications:

From outer 
to inner:

250 Hz

4 kHz

500 Hz

8 kHz

1 kHz

16 kHz

2 kHz

* According to IEC 61672-1
** According to IEC 60268-1

Polar diagram

Frequency response curve without filters at 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°
angle of incidence

Frequency response (tolerances shown) 

Frequency response curve:
1) Without filters

2) 80 Hz, 18 dB/oct. 

3) 300 Hz, 6 dB/oct. 4) 80 Hz + 300 Hz 5) 10 kHz: +5 dB

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Summary of Contents for CMIT 5 U

Page 1: ...Guide Table of Contents page Features accessories 15 Applications 17 Filters 18 Starting up 19 Phantom powering 20 Hints on avoiding interference 21 Troubleshooting 22 Care and maintenance 24 Technica...

Page 2: ...lobe shaped polar pattern The CMIT 5 U stands out for its interference tube which takes effect at a relatively low frequency without the pickup pattern becoming too narrow at high fre quencies its exc...

Page 3: ...ammer must be ordered sepa rately Further a microphone with a figure 8 direc tional pattern is needed the CCM 8Lg Connbox WSR MS CMIT LU basket type wind screen WSR DMS CMIT LU basket type windscreen...

Page 4: ...ligibility The SCHOEPS CMIT 5 U offers a built in switchable high frequency boost of this kind 2 2 The polar patterns of shotgun micro phones often have multiple narrow lobes of sensitivity These can...

Page 5: ...noise The filter below 300 Hz 6 dB oct is a gentle roll off that compensates for proximity effects elevation of low frequencies by directional microphones in near field use They also pro tect against...

Page 6: ...for example Filters cut out high frequencies picked up by the cable e g from mobile phones The microphone amplifier of the CMIT 5 U has a transformerless class AB output stage without condensers This...

Page 7: ...tom power available but only an unbalanced input probably even unpowered If the latter is the case a standalone P48 supply with balanced in ouputs should be used before this input If the input has got...

Page 8: ...interference such as monitors digital equipment computers RF emitters mobile phones and other per sonal communication devices that emit radio frequency energy power transformers power lines SCR dimmer...

Page 9: ...does not become another way for vibrations to reach the microphone Unlike a windscreen a shock mount will not affect the characteristics of a microphone In many kinds of work it is well justified to...

Page 10: ...too high and avoiding noise on the other sensitivity too low Ideally a mixer or preamp should not add any noise of its own to a microphone s signals but a dB or two of hiss is better than gross distor...

Page 11: ...noises can result from the condensation of moisture In this event the microphone should be given between 30 and 60 minutes to warm up and will then generally perform flawlessly If this treatment does...

Page 12: ...4 V phantom Current consumption 4 4 mA Maximum output voltage 1 3 V at 1 kHz 1 kOhms Output impedance 50 Ohms Recommended load impedance 600 Ohms or greater Dimensions Length 251 mm Diameter 21 mm Wei...

Page 13: ...en the permitted tolerances this current should be between 5 9 and 8 5 mA DC for P48 Note Well designed phantom power supplies must tolerate at least a temporary short circuit without damage an unbala...

Page 14: ...tomer in Germany or to our representative if you are a customer outside Germany Prior to sending your defective product for repair please contact your local dealer or dis tributor for instructions In...

Page 15: ...n Not responsible for errors or omissions Subject to change without notice 131202 Technik Schall SCHOEPS GmbH Spitalstr 20 D 76227 Karlsruhe Durlach Germany Tel 49 0 721 943 20 0 Fax 49 0 721 943 2050...

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