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Functionality tests for LRC microphones

2013/12/23 plagwitz Leave a comment

Using one of the Vixias, shoot a video with any of the LRC external microphones:
1. Connect
2. Select external microphone as audio source
4. Record for 5 secs
5. Playback:

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Parts:
Functionality test:
1. In general, see here.
2. For specifics:
3. The lavaliere is optional, you can plug in another 3.5mm microphone.
Maintenance:
1. Check batteries
Incidentally, in many classrooms, the Office of classroom technology can provide wireless microphones that connect to the teacher podium.

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Make sure the microphone switch is turned to off before shelving it – or else the battery will drain which is not easy to replace.

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Are all Parts there?
- Shotgun Microphone
- Camera mount
- Microphone stand clamp : Especially look for the smaller connector in the bottom center – it tends to get lost (remain on the boom pole?).
- Foam windscreen
- Permanently attached cable with 3.5 mm output plug
- AA battery
Test the Functionality
1. Test making a recording like so .
Maintenance
1. If needed, exchange battery (from box on shelves in coed436 with sign "office supplies")
2. Ensure that microphone is turned "OFF" when it is returned – drains battery.

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Are all Parts there?
1. Microphone with 3.5 mm cable
2. Phono adapter (1/4’’)
3. Clip
4. Battery (pictured below)
Test the Functionality
1. Test making a recording like so .
Maintenance:
1. If needed, exchange battery (from box on shelves with sign "office supplies")
2. Ensure that microphone is turned off. Have returning student make sure the microphone is turned off (wears down battery).

2011/12/20 plagwitz Leave a comment

Boom
Adapter for microphone holder. To change the screw size to that of the microphone holder you have , you can unscrew the adapter and turn it around – however, do not lose it!