audio-technica ES945O Omnidirectional Condenser Boundary Microphone User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Audio-Technica
Table of Contents
ES945O/XLR
ES945WO/XLR
Omnidirectional Condenser Boundary Microphone
User Manual
Safety precautions
Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use it
correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all warnings
and cautions while using the product.
Cautions for the product
- Do not subject the product to a strong impact to avoid malfunction.
- Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair the product.
- Do not handle the product with wet hands to avoid electric shock or injury.
- Do not store the product under direct sunlight, near heating devices, or in a hot, humid, or dusty place.
Notes on use
- Do not swing or pull with the cable connected to the microphone to prevent the microphone from becoming disconnected or damaged.
- Do not wind the cable around the rack or allow the cable to become pinched.
- The microphone should be placed on a flat, unobstructed mounting surface.
- Placing any object on a surface (such as a conference table) before its finish is fully cured may result in damage to the finish.
About splash-proof performance
• The splash-proof specification of this product applies only to the head of
the microphone.
• Although the product has splash-proof capabilities equivalent to IPX4, the
screw part and the connector part of the product are not splash-proof.
• If the product is not installed properly, the splash-proof effect will not
function properly. Firmly attach the product to the ceiling/table using the
included rubber isolators.
• The splash-proof performance is designed to protect the product if it gets
wet from rain, etc. (equivalent to IPX4). JIS/IEC protection grade IPX4 means
that the product is protected against exposure to flying water from all
directions.
• The product cannot be used underwater.
• The product cannot be used in hot and humid places, such as bathrooms.
• The product is not waterproof. Putting a large amount of water on the
product or submerging the product in water may cause damage.
• The product may not function properly if it becomes wet. Wipe the surface of
the product with a dry cloth to remove any moisture, and allow the product to
dry thoroughly before use.
Using the product
Included accessories
- Rubber isolators
- Nut
Using the product
How to mount the product
Table/ceiling hole size (when using isolators)
Table/ceiling hole size (when not using isolators)
Example: Mounting on a table
- Rubber isolators
- Nut
- Table
Connection procedure
The output connector is an XLR-M type with polarity as shown in the figure
below.
- PIN1 (ground)
- PIN2 (hot)
- PIN3 (cold)
Dimensions
Specifications
| Element | Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser |
|---|---|
| Polar pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency response | 60 to 15,000 Hz |
| Open circuit sensitivity | -33 dB (0 dB = 1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) |
| Impedance | 100 ohms |
| Maximum input sound level | 130 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD) |
| Dynamic range | 109 dB (1 kHz at Max SPL) |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 73 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa, A-weighted) |
| Phantom power requirements | 11-52 V DC, 2 mA |
| Weight | 62 g (2.2 oz) |
| Dimensions | 69 mm (2.72”) long, 28 mm (1.10”) head diameter |
| Output connector | Integral 3-pin XLR-M type |
| Included accessories | Rubber isolator × 2, Nut |
- 1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm2 = 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
- For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.
Polar pattern/Frequency response
Polar pattern
LEGEND
200 Hz
1 kHz
5 kHz
8 kHz| SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
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Frequency response
LEGEND
| 0°, 50 cm
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