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Shure Incorporated
27A20378 (Rev.
3
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Model Variations
CVO-B/C:
Cardioid, black
CVO-W/C:
Cardioid, white
Centraverse Overhead Microphone
The Centraverse CVO is a professional low pro-
file electret condenser microphone designed for
overhead sound reinforcement applications. An in-
tegrated wire aiming hanger is included for optimal
placement above choirs and other ensembles with
minimal effort.
Note:
Model availability depends on region.
See your local Shure dealer or distributor for
details.
CVO
4
5
Features
•
Cardioid pickup pattern
•
Commshield® technology guards against
unwanted RF interference from portable
wireless devices (smartphones, etc.)
•
Superior Shure design and rugged, dependable
construction
•
Attached 25 ft XLR cable
•
Included snap-fit windscreen
Installation
1. Attach the wire hanger:
•
Snap the wire into the groove on the microphone body.
•
Guide the cable through the spiral at the end of the wire,
beginning at the bottom and working toward the exit.
2. Hang the microphone according to the guidelines for placement.
3. Aim the microphone toward the sound source by holding the wire
hanger in place and twisting the microphone body.
4. If necessary, tie a strong transparent thread or fishing line to the loop at
the end of the wire hanger and attach it to a ceiling anchor for additional
stability.
5. Connect the XLR cable to a mixer or P.A. system.
Note:
This microphone re48V phantom power to operate.
.6 – 1 m
(2 – 3 ft.)
.6 – 1 m
(2 – 3 ft.)
1.8 – 3m
(6 – 9 ft.)
0.6 – 1m
(2-3 ft.)
Microphone Placement and Use
1.
3:1 Rule:
If using multiple Shure Centraverse overhead micro-
phones, the distance between the microphones should be three
times greater than the distance between the microphone and the
sound source.
2.
Choir Installations:
Place the microphone in front of the choir, above
their heads and aimed at the back row.
3.
Windscreen:
Use the supplied snap-fit windscreen to eliminate wind
noise and plosives. To install the windsreen, snap it into the first groove
on the microphone head. To remove the windscreen, locate the gap
in the ring and use your fingernail to pull the windscreen off from the
right-hand side.
Centraverse™ Series
Installed Sound Microphones
CVO