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Shure Incorporated

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VP83 

 

 

LensHopper  Camera-Mount Condenser Microphone

General Description

Designed for use with DSLR and video cameras, the Shure VP83 condenser microphone enables videographers to capture 

professional quality audio. Adjustable gain, superior off-axis rejection, and a selectable low-cut filter provide exceptional defini-

tion and clarity. Consistent with Shure's commitment to quality and durability, the VP83 features a lightweight, all-metal housing 

and a built-in shock mount for reliable use in the field.

Features

Supercardioid/lobar pattern rejects unwanted off-axis sounds

Low-cut and gain switches for maximum adaptability

Integrated shock mount

130 hours of battery life

Built-in 3.5 mm audio output cable

Superior RF immunity

Durable, all-metal housing

Shoe mount adapter for easy installation

VP83

Summary of Contents for VP83

Page 1: ...VP83 LensHopper Camera Mount Condenser Mi crophone The Shure professional shotgun microphone VP83 user guide Version 1 1 2020 H ...

Page 2: ... Description 3 Features 3 VP83 3 Mounting the Microphone 4 On a Camera 4 Installing Batteries 5 Audio Configuration 5 Low cut Filter 7 Monitoring the Audio Signal 7 Why Gain Settings are Important 7 Troubleshooting 7 Specifications 7 Battery Life 9 Accessories and Replacement Parts 10 Certifications 10 ...

Page 3: ...r provide exceptional defini tion and clarity Consistent with Shure s commitment to quality and durability the VP83 features a lightweight all metal housing and a built in shock mount for reliable use in the field Features Supercardioid lobar pattern rejects unwanted off axis sounds Low cut and gain switches for maximum adaptability Integrated shock mount 130 hours of battery life Built in 3 5 mm ...

Page 4: ... Switch on power on power on with low cut filter engaged off power off Camera Shoe Mount Adapter Mounting the Microphone On a Camera Slide the microphone onto the camera shoe Tighten the knurled ring to secure Tip In addition to the vibration isolation provided by the shock mount the low cut filter can be used to further eliminate han dling noise and low frequency rumble ...

Page 5: ...battery should be replaced as soon as possible See the battery life table in the user guide to determine remaining runtime after the LED turns red Audio Configuration Connect to the camera or recording device Plug the attached coiled cable into the camera s audio input Alternatively the microphone can be plugged into a field recorder or other external device It may be connected to both a camera an...

Page 6: ...opriate level for many cameras when recording typical sound lev els speech for example and for quiet sources 0 dB Use when capturing sounds that are slightly louder than typical speech levels 10 dB Use when the signal is too loud and distorts the camera s preamp or in loud environments such as a concert or sporting event Note Camera input sensitivity varies between manufacturers Use this informati...

Page 7: ...els are raised during post production How the VP83 improves performance The VP83 microphone has very low noise characteristics which means that using more gain from the microphone and less from the camera improves the signal to noise ratio and results in a cleaner audio sig nal Troubleshooting Issue Solution Unit does not turn on Replace batteries and make sure that the batteries are installed cor...

Page 8: ...equivalent SPL A weighted typical 17 4 dB SPL A Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature Range 18 C 0 F to 57 C 135 F Storage Temperature Range 29 C 20 F to 74 C 165 F Operating Relative Humidity 0 to 95 Housing Cast aluminum Power Requirements 1 AA battery Alkaline NiMH Lithium Weight 133 g 4 7 oz 1 Pa 94 dB SPL THD of microphone preamplifier when applied input signal level is equivalent to...

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Page 10: ...inherent nature of its design this product does not present a safety risk to the user Note Testing is based on the use of supplied and recommended cable types The use of other than shielded screened cable types may degrade EMC per formance The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from www shure com europe compliance Authorized European representative Shure Europe GmbH Headquarters Europe M...

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