Difference between revisions of "Parabolic Microphone Kit Gear Guide"
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The Telinga Parabolic Microphones are designed to be reliable, lightweight and very easy to use. The primary use of this parabolic microphone is wildlife audio recording and it has been developed in co-operation with ornithologists, wildlife filmmakers and researchers in the field of bio-acoustics. It is specifically made to reduce wind and handling noise as well as inherent noise from the microphone and amplifiers. The dish funnels sound into the microphone, which allows for recording sources from farther distances. | The Telinga Parabolic Microphones are designed to be reliable, lightweight and very easy to use. The primary use of this parabolic microphone is wildlife audio recording and it has been developed in co-operation with ornithologists, wildlife filmmakers and researchers in the field of bio-acoustics. It is specifically made to reduce wind and handling noise as well as inherent noise from the microphone and amplifiers. The dish funnels sound into the microphone, which allows for recording sources from farther distances. | ||
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DO NOT | DO NOT | ||
Submerge the microphone in water | Submerge the microphone in water | ||
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Store the parabolic kit face down on the ground | Store the parabolic kit face down on the ground | ||
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Store the dish with the opening down on a flat surface. Clean the dish only with soap and water. Do not use detergents. | Store the dish with the opening down on a flat surface. Clean the dish only with soap and water. Do not use detergents. | ||
The dish can be rolled into a “cigar-like” shape with a diameter of about 6inches. If put on a flat surface and left for a while it will regain its shape. If the dish must be used instantly, however, you can make a cross of adhesive tape over the opening. | The dish can be rolled into a “cigar-like” shape with a diameter of about 6inches. If put on a flat surface and left for a while it will regain its shape. If the dish must be used instantly, however, you can make a cross of adhesive tape over the opening. | ||
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NEVER load any microphone into the zeppelin by pushing the capsule end through the orange rubber triangle. In the forward method (explained below), with the microphone facing outward from the dish, the tip of the capsule should never extend through the triangle. The microphone should only be loaded through the back of the handle. | NEVER load any microphone into the zeppelin by pushing the capsule end through the orange rubber triangle. In the forward method (explained below), with the microphone facing outward from the dish, the tip of the capsule should never extend through the triangle. The microphone should only be loaded through the back of the handle. | ||
[[Category:Media Loan]] | [[Category:Media Loan]] | ||
Revision as of 13:24, 17 November 2015
INTRO
The Telinga Parabolic Microphones are designed to be reliable, lightweight and very easy to use. The primary use of this parabolic microphone is wildlife audio recording and it has been developed in co-operation with ornithologists, wildlife filmmakers and researchers in the field of bio-acoustics. It is specifically made to reduce wind and handling noise as well as inherent noise from the microphone and amplifiers. The dish funnels sound into the microphone, which allows for recording sources from farther distances.
CARE
DO NOT Submerge the microphone in water Drop it Expose it to extreme weather conditions Expose it to extreme heat or cold Use excessive force Point the parabola towards the sun Store the parabolic kit face down on the ground
Dish
Store the dish with the opening down on a flat surface. Clean the dish only with soap and water. Do not use detergents. The dish can be rolled into a “cigar-like” shape with a diameter of about 6inches. If put on a flat surface and left for a while it will regain its shape. If the dish must be used instantly, however, you can make a cross of adhesive tape over the opening.
Mic
NEVER load any microphone into the zeppelin by pushing the capsule end through the orange rubber triangle. In the forward method (explained below), with the microphone facing outward from the dish, the tip of the capsule should never extend through the triangle. The microphone should only be loaded through the back of the handle.
