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Page 1: ...entifying the parts Preparations Unpacking Attaching removing the XLR adaptor to from the camera Attaching removing the supplied microphone Recording Selecting the digital or analog input type Using the supplied microphone Using a device such as an external audio device Minimizing noise with the LOW CUT function Adjusting the recording volume level 1 ...

Page 2: ...5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Selecting the audio input for recording audio to the channels on the camera About this unit Notes on use Specifications Trademarks 2 ...

Page 3: ... This unit is a kit that includes an XLR adaptor for cameras with the Multi Interface Shoe in addition to a microphone For camera models compatible with this unit visit the website at https www sony net dics k3m 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 3 ...

Page 4: ... Identifying the parts Body parts Switches and dials Wind screen 1 Microphone holder 2 Microphone 3 Lock dial 4 Multi Interface foot Note Do not touch the connector of the Multi Interface foot with bare hands 5 Connector protect cap 6 4 ...

Page 5: ...N INPUT3 switch Select the method Auto Manual to adjust the volume level of the input audio from the INPUT3 jack 6 AUTO MAN INPUT1 switch Select the method Auto Manual to adjust the volume level of the input audio from the INPUT1 jack 7 AUDIO LEVEL INPUT1 dial Adjust the recording volume level of the input audio from the INPUT1 jack 8 AUTO MAN LINK INPUT2 switch Select the method Auto Manual Link ...

Page 6: ... Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation If your camera is compatible with the digital audio interface of the Multi Interface Shoe set the switch to DIGITAL This allows the unit and the attached camera to communicate with each other with digital signals and provide audio recording with minimum noise insertion INPUT SELECT switch Select the audio input for recording audio to the channels on the attached ca...

Page 7: ...ase contact your dealer The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity XLR Adaptor XLR A3M 1 Microphone ECM XM1 1 Wind screen 1 Connector protect cap attached 2 Extension Cable for Audio 1 Case 1 Set of printed documentation 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 7 ...

Page 8: ...unterclockwise until it stops and then slide out the Multi Interface foot from the shoe To use the Extension Cable for Audio for attachment Remove the connector protect cap from the XLR adaptor 1 Slide the Multi Interface foot of the XLR adaptor into the shoe on the camera and then rotate the lock dial in the LOCK direction to firmly secure the adaptor When it is difficult to insert the Multi Inte...

Page 9: ...t its performance leading to accidents or malfunction 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Remove the connector protect caps from the XLR adaptor and the Extension Cable for Audio 1 Slide the Multi Interface foot of the XLR adaptor into the shoe of the Extension Cable for Audio and then rotate the lock dial in the LOCK direction to firmly secure the adaptor 2 Slide the Multi Interface fo...

Page 10: ...tch is set to MIC 48V plugging unplugging the cable from the microphone may cause a loud noise or a malfunction of the microphone Fit the supplied wind screen over the microphone 1 Unlock the microphone holder and open the lid of the holder 2 Place the microphone on the microphone holder so that the model name ECM XM1 inscribed on the microphone faces upward close the lid of the holder and then lo...

Page 11: ...holder to avoid a possible significant tilt of the microphone attached to the microphone holder To achieve sufficient vibration isolation effect be sure to avoid a significant tilt of the microphone 5 Set the INPUT1 LINE MIC MIC 48V switch to MIC 48V 6 Set the INPUT1 LINE MIC MIC 48V switch to the position other than MIC 48V 1 Press and hold the release lever grasp the plug of the cable from the m...

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Page 13: ...opyright 2019 Sony Corporation Change the DIGITAL ANALOG switch setting to suit your camera If your camera is compatible with the audio interface of the Multi Interface Shoe set the switch to DIGITAL This allows the unit and the attached camera to communicate with each other with digital signals and provide audio recording with minimum noise insertion 1 13 ...

Page 14: ...C 48V switch is set to MIC 48V 1 Set the ATT INPUT1 switch to 10dB Recommended With the ATT switch you can set the standard input level suitable for the sensitivity of the microphone connected to the XLR adaptor or for the volume level of the input audio When using the supplied microphone it is recommended that you set the switch to 10dB To use a microphone other than the supplied one or an extern...

Page 15: ...io to the channels on the camera 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The audio from the microphone connected to the INPUT1 jack is recorded to both the CH1 and CH2 channels on the attached camera Adjust the recording volume level For detailed instructions on adjustment see Adjusting the recording volume level 4 Operate the camera to start recording For details refer to the Help Guide pr...

Page 16: ...LR adaptor When using either the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack connect the device to the INPUT1 jack When connecting the device to the INPUT3 jack proceed to step 1 Select an input audio source Depending on the device connected to the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack set the INPUT1 LINE MIC MIC 48V or INPUT2 LINE MIC MIC 48V switch as follows LINE Standard input level at 4 dBu 0 dBu 0 775 Vrms An external audio devi...

Page 17: ...o the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack set the standard input level of the microphone When the INPUT1 LINE MIC MIC 48V or INPUT2 LINE MIC MIC 48V switch is set to either MIC or MIC 48V you can set the standard input level with the ATT INPUT1 or ATT INPUT2 switch Select the level suitable for the sensitivity of the connected microphone or for the volume level of the input audio 0dB Standard input level at 60 ...

Page 18: ...oise by attenuating low frequency components of the input audio from the INPUT1 or INPUT2 jack Related Topic Using the supplied microphone Using a device such as an external audio device 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Change the LOW CUT INPUT1 or LOW CUT INPUT2 switch setting Select either 300Hz or 100Hz depending on the noise to minimize 1 18 ...

Page 19: ...AN LINK INPUT2 switch to LINK This synchronization comes in handy for receiving audio through the INPUT1 and INPUT2 jacks and recording the audio in stereo Setting the AUTO MAN INPUT1 switch to MAN and the AUTO MAN LINK INPUT2 switch to LINK disables the AUDIO LEVEL dial for the INPUT2 jack This allows you to adjust both of the recording volume levels of the input audio from the INPUT1 and INPUT2 ...

Page 20: ...Using the supplied microphone Using a device such as an external audio device 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 20 ...

Page 21: ... from the INPUT2 jack is recorded to the CH2 channel Hint When using a stereo microphone with two XLR 3 pin female type plugs connect the left channel plug to the INPUT1 jack and the right channel plug to the INPUT2 jack and then set the INPUT SELECT switch to IN1 IN2 In addition by setting the AUTO MAN LINK INPUT2 switch to LINK comes in handy for stereo recording as you can simultaneously adjust...

Page 22: ...Using the supplied microphone Using a device such as an external audio device 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 22 ...

Page 23: ...hile recording is in progress do not change the INPUT1 INPUT2 and DIGITAL ANALOG switch settings If the microphone of this unit is in proximity to a speaker a howling effect acoustic feedback may occur In such a case move the unit away from the speaker to allow the maximum distance between the microphone and the speakers or lower the speaker volume Use of this unit in the vicinity of a radio tower...

Page 24: ...66 dBu Standard recording volume level 20 dBFS 0 dBu 0 775 Vrms Frequency response 20 Hz to 22 000 Hz 0 dB to 1 dB Fs 48 kHz 16 bit XLR LINE digital input Dimensions Approx 113 2 mm 106 1 mm 79 mm 4 1 2 in 4 1 4 in 3 1 8 in Width Height Depth excluding the cord and projecting parts Mass Approx 187 g 6 6 oz Operation temperatures 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Storage temperatures 20 C to 55 C 4 F to 13...

Page 25: ...cations are subject to change without notice 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation cord Mass Approx 121 5 g 4 oz Operation temperatures 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Storage temperatures 20 C to 55 C 4 F to 131 F 25 ...

Page 26: ...Help Guide XLR Adaptor Kit XLR K3M Trademarks Multi Interface Shoe is a trademark of Sony Corporation 5 008 246 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 26 ...

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