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Thank you for purchasing an Aeromic or Cyclemic- the sweat resistant headmics for
group fitness instructors everywhere!
The Aeromic/Cyclemic capsule is designed to sit on the side of your face, about 2 fin-
ger's width away from the corner of your mouth, not in front like most headworn “sing-
ers” microphones. This side position avoids amplifying breath noises or spitting into the
cartridge as you teach.(yes it happens!)
DO NOT BEND is written on the boom arm for a good reason - you will not only sound
bad but you will risk damaging the expensive capsule as well. The head frame may be
gently moulded to vary the size to suit narrower or larger heads by using constant even
pressure.
If you need to confirm that the Aeromic is working after you have turned on the trans-
mitter and checked that the mixer and sound system are all set to go then, whatever
you do,
DO NOT BLOW INTO THE MICROPHONE TO TEST IT!
Blowing hard into the delicate microphone capsule could damage it which will not be
covered under warranty. A simple “test - one - two” is all you need to say and you won’t
risk being the cause of unnecessary repairs.
If you are connecting the headmic to a transmitter for the first time, locate the transmit-
ter volume control (normally mini-screwdriver adjustable) and turn it down to minimum.
Test the mic, if no sound is heard, raise the volume level by a quarter-turn at a time until
your voice is heard.
Feedback (that squealing or howling sound) occurs when the microphone level is too
high, or the music is too loud for the microphone, or you are standing too close to the
speakers. Turning down the microphone level or moving away from the speakers will
stop the feedback. Adjust the levels by turning the music off and setting the mic level
at the point where your voice sounds dry and natural with no “ringing’ sounds. Once set
increase the music
volume until you achieve the correct balance of Voice over Music. If the problem per-
sists you may need to reposition your speakers to make sure that they are not pointing
straight back at you. We also find that that better quality speakers give less feedback
problems so invest in quality. Exaggerated treble settings on your mixer or amp will also
cause feedback. The use of an AEROMIX stereo mic/line mixer will help overcome this
problem with its separate treble and bass controls for microphones and music sources.
However, if feedback persists because of the room’s architecture (full of mirrors, win-
dows, a polished wood floor and brick upper walls) or your speaker types (ie. some
horn tweeters) then there are a selection of Feedback Exterminator devices or Graphic
Equalisers available as add-on components that fit between the Wireless Microphone
Receiver and the Mixer and can filter out those annoying squeals. Consult your Aeromic
supplier for more information.
Before the Class
Foam windscreens are not needed for the Aeromic/Cyclemic as the capsule should be
positioned two fingers width from the corner of the mouth, out of the way of breath blasts
and spit. The silicone disc or sweat collar should always be in the correct position at the
the end of the yellow boom arm preventing sweat from running into the black capsule
and the yellow boom arm must not be bent inwards in front of the mouth - to do so will
void the warranty. We print DO NOT BEND on the yellow Boom Arm and we mean it!
Bending it serves no purpose other than to shorten the potential life of the microphone.
After the Class
Do not use any form of alcohol or medicated wipes to ”clean“ the Aero/Cyclemic as they
will cause the capsule to fail by dissolving the protective screens inside, and will be
chargeable to replace. Bacteria dissipates within 15 minutes of drying in fresh air. You
may dry it off with a dry hand towel by holding the capsule at the sweat ring and wiping
away from the capsule towards the cable.
After use, hang the Aeromic up on a hook 1m(3ft) above a shelf for the transmitter so
that Aeromic's steel cable is kept as straight as possible. Do not coil or kink the Aeromic
cable. Do not store the Aeromic, Transmitter and Pouchbelt if they are still wet with
sweat. Make sure they are thoroughly dry before storing in a mic case.
Better still, have every instructor use their own pouchbelt to avoid leaving the transmit-
ter in a wet one. There is an extensive range of Aeromic Pouchbelts available - details on
the website: www.aeromic.com.au.
When used correctly, the Aeromic will give many years of service. In the event that it
does need repairing, please return it to A.M.A. or authorised International service agents.
Aeromic’s custom construction requires that specialised tools and materials are used
along with specific assembly techniques to restore it back to an “as new” Aeromic condi-
tion including all it’s sweat resistant barriers. Non-standard repairs by untrained techni-
cians will, unfortunately, only end up costing you more in the long term.
Here’s how to wear the AM10H (round-the-back) version of the Aeromic.
Check in the mirror that the mic capsule is two finger’s width from the corner of your mouth.
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