MXL FR-310
Thank you for choosing the MXL FR-310 video microphone. The FR-310 is
the perfect microphone for camcorders, high-definition digital SLR cameras
and portable recording devices. To get the best performance from your new
microphone, please take a few minutes to read this manual.
Features
Solid metal construction
Integrated windscreen
Three-position gain switch
Bass roll-off (high-pass filter)
Standard hot shoe mount
Power
The FR-310 is powered by an internal AAA battery. Use a fresh battery to
get the best performance from the microphone. We also recommend
carrying a spare battery.
A fresh battery should provide up to 500 hours of continuous recording.
A battery indicator light is located on the right side of the microphone.
When the indicator light is illuminated, the battery is close to running out
of life and should be replaced.
The light will not be illuminated when the battery is not close to running
out of life or when the microphone is turned off.
The indicator light will flash when the microphone’s power switch is
moved to the “On” position.
Note: Remember to turn the microphone off when it is not in use.
Installing the battery
Remove the battery cover on the side of the microphone by sliding it
backward. Insert the battery with the positive terminal facing the front
of the microphone. Replace the battery cover by sliding it forward
until it clicks into place.
Attaching the microphone
A standard hot shoe mount is located on the bottom of the FR-310.
Rotating the knurled tightening ring counterclockwise will make
mounting the microphone easier. Tightening the ring after the microphone is
securely in the camera’s hot shoe mount will improve stability.
The FR-310 is equipped with a captive signal cable that has a 3.5mm jack.
Insert the jack into the external microphone socket on your recording device.
Note: Some recording devices require changing the position of a switch
or changing the device’s settings to work with an external microphone.
Consult your device’s user manual for more information.
Using the switches
There are two switches on the right side of the FR-310:
One switch adjusts the microphone’s gain settings.
One switch turns the microphone On/Off or activates the bass roll-off
(high-pass filter).
Switch #1
has three positions, which are labeled “Low,” “Med” and
“High.” These positions reflect the microphone’s gain settings. We
recommend that you initially set this switch to “Med” and try the other
settings if you experience low output or overloading.
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