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1. 3 5 mm audio connection e Headphone jack for real time monitori ng e Integrated shock mount Approximately 100 hours of battery life I PRECAUTIONS A e Please read and follow these instructions and refer to this manual in case of questions Keep this manual in a safe place Keep this product away from water and any flammable gases or liquids Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the equipment yourself e Handle this product with care Clean the product with a soft dry cloth Before use make sure that this product is intact and that there no missing parts e All photos are for illustrative purposes only Do not leave the batteries in this product for long periods of non use Batteries can leak and damage the microphone Q OVERVIEW Power ON LOW CUT Filter button Gain 0 dB 10 dB button Polar Pattern selector Mic input jack Headphone jack 3 5 mm mini jack connector Shock mount ounting foot with 1 4 20 threaded socket 9 Locking wheel 10 Battery compartment 11 Foam windscreen 12 Replacement suspenders 8 ONAN INSTALLING THE BATTERY The VM 180M operates on one AA battery included To install the battery do the following 1 Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing dow
2. POLSEN DSLR VIDEO MICROPHONE THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING POLSEN The Polsen VM 180M DSLR Video mic sturdy directional condenser microphone that is designed to deliver professional sounding audio to a DSLR video camera or audio recorder It is ideal for professionals recording in the field or a studio but it will also enhance home video recordings rophone 15 a durable and Unlike omnidirectional microphones built into most cameras and recorders the VM 180M s cardioid polar pattern and shotgun design optimize the microphone to focus on the subject hile rejecting off axis sound When selecting the VM 180M s supercardioid polar pattern greater clarity and focus can be achieved when recording voices or dialog Other features like adjustable gain sensitivity and a low cut filter further ensure clear and natural sound with minimal background noise or rumble DSLR VIDEO MICROPHONE VM 180M The VM When att feature p recording a second Asmartp recording headpho rovide shotg _ or to ne jac 80M The VM motion n and the 1 4 2 assures that th frame It runs o protection agai of a subject while hone or porta oise from a boom nd mi s a wealth of to Si ble record both en on the V un mic mu ds ofa p includes an integrated s po SOC
3. H 57 x 1 25 x 2 6 14 4 x 3 2 x 67 cm WEIGHT WITH BATTERY 0 25 lbs 113 4 g TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Solution No sound ake sure that a fresh AA battery is installed and correctly oriented in the battery was recorded compartment ake sure the power switch on the microphone is set to the ON position ake sure the 3 5 mm mini plug is connected to the correct audio input mic in jack on the device to which you are recording The sound is ake sure the 3 5 mm mini plug 15 fully plugged into the mic input jack of your camera or distorted recorder ake sure the gain sensitivity switch is set to dB f your camera or device has an input control decrease the mic gain audio input level on your camera until the meter reads below peak level at the loudest point of the audio Reposition the VM 180M further away from the sound source See Pro Tip under Recording with the VM 180M Problem Solution The Make sure the gain sensitivity switch is set to 10 dB recording IF your camera or device has an input control increase the mic gain audio input level on is too your camera until the meter reads slightly below peak level at the loudest point of the audio eo Reposition the VM 180M closer to the sound source See Pro Tip under Recording with the VM 780M The Make sure the locking wheel is fully loosened microphone Impo
4. wil na single AA battery in threaded e VM 180 et fits m 80M provides hock mount to mi unt adapter he g or e The shoe never weigh do 80M features a mic input jack for attaching a seco aching a seco to o no hone conversati real time n a mo boom poles T wn your ri ost bient so record him ts any shoe moun compact an ng ing id prov itoring ize fi cluded and includ nst vocal plosives and wi nd noise es foa m crophone each device is split to the left an recording options including addi the VM 180M records am ate stereo sound when P3 player can be attached und ttachi icrophone or d right lavalier mic Another op n interview background ng headpho f the recordi a a e 0 vibrations fron d ligh tend out into for 0 mobile device channel This close up on is adding conversation music to the nes via the ng n the ca t attach mera ment tweight design the pictu re m windscreen for added Among the benefits you ll enjoy e Shotgun design Compact and lightweight e Cardioid and supercardioid polar patterns e Adjustable gain sensitivi e Low cut filter Input jack for connecting a second microphone or device Shoe mount adapter with 1 4 20 threaded socket
5. ary from state to state To obtain warranty coverage contact the Polsen Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization RMA number and return the defective product to Polsen along with the RMA number and proof of purchase Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser s own risk and expense For more information or to arrange service visit www polsenaudio com or call Customer Service at 212 594 2353 Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group POLSEN www gradusgroup com Acade aaup Polsen is a registered trademark of the Gradus Group 2014 Gradus Group LLC All Rights Reserved
6. hone placement and will also eliminate the noise from gentle breezes When recording in windy conditions the foam windscreen can be replaced by a fur wind cover not included C Replacing the Shock Mount Suspenders The integrated shock mount isolates the microphone from your camera or boom pole This prevents the microphone from picking up disruptive noise such as vibrations from the camera or boom pole The VM 180M comes with replacement suspenders for the integrated shock mount To replace the suspenders do the following 1 With along thin object like the end of a paperclip or a pin place the replacement suspender over the center hook attached to the microphone mount 2 Using the pin or paperclip stretch the suspender to the outer hook of the shock mount and place it around the hook 3 Repeat this process to replace any of the eight suspenders utilized in the shock mount assembly SPECIFICATIONS PATTERN Cardioid NORM Supercardioid TELE FREQUENCY RANGE 20 Hz 20 kHz SENSITIVITY cARDIOID 46 dB 0 dB 1V Pa 1kHz SUPERCARDIOID 36 dB 0 dB 1V Pa 1kHz LOW CUT FILTER 5 08 300 Hz OUTPUT IMPEDANCE 1 5K Q at high level 600 0 at low level POWER REQUIREMENT 1 AA battery BATTERY LIFE 100 hours normal use OUTPUT CONNECTOR 3 5 mm mini plug MIC INPUT 3 5 mm mini plug CABLE LENGTH 3 09 m OUTER CASE ABS construction DIMENSIONS WITH SHOCK MOUNT L W
7. is in the ON or LOW CUT position 2 Connect the VM 180M by plugging the 3 5 mm mini plug into the mic input of your camera Of reco rder 3 If using boom pole you will need an extension cable sold separately Apn RECORDING WITH THE VM 180M Once the VM 180M is securely attached and connected to the camera or recorder follow these steps to begin recording Pro Tip Before recording a complete take it is always advisable to do a test recording and listen to the playback This will assure that the settings selected on the VM 180M will result in optimal recording quality Turning on the power and selecting a filter 1 Turn on the VM 180M microphone by moving the power button to the ON or LOW CUT position 2 At the ON position the VM 180M will record with a flat response 3 Selecting the LOW CUT filter will roll off low end frequencies The low cut filter minimizes rumble room noise or machine sound from the camera or recorder Se Using the Gain Button The VM 180M offers two settings to determine the microphone s sensitivity 1 IF the recording level is too low select the 10 dB position 2 If normal audio provides a sufficient recording level leave the button set to dB Selecting a Polar Pattern The VM 180M has two options for polar patterns 1 NORM normal setting designates cardioid polar pattern This is ideal for rec
8. ke a second VM 180M lets you simulate a stereo recording by isolating each voice on a separate channel This is ideal for recording dialog a e By connecting a lavalier microphone the subject will sound close up while the VM 180M records ambient sound providing the recording with a sense of space or distance e Adding background music to a recording can be achieved by connecting a mobile music player such as an MP3 player that will send music to the left channel while the VM 180M records the voice or dialog to the right channel By connecting a smartphone both sides of a phone conversation can be recorded There are many more applications Be creative Monitoring To monitor a recording do the following 1 Plug headphones into the 3 5 mm headphone jack on the side of the VM 180M Note There is no volume control for the headphone output Low headphone volume does not indicate a low recording level It is always advisable to do a test recording and listen to the playback before recording a take 2 Monitoring can also be achieved by listening via the headphone output of your portable audio recorder Note If the portable recorder has a monitoring control make sure it is enabled Using the Windscreen The VM 180M should always be operated with the attached foam windscreen It minimizes vocal plosives and breath noise during up close microp
9. n on the ridges and sliding the cover toward the back of the microphone lt 1 2 Insert the battery with the orientation indicated by the diagram inside the compartment 3 Replace the battery compartment cover MOUNTING THE VM 180M Shoe Mount The VM 180M mounts onto a DSLR or video camera with the shoe mount adapter under the shock mount To attach the VM 180M to the shoe mount of a DSLR camera do the following 1 Loosen the locking wheel by turning counterclockwise 2 Securely hold the microphone and t 3 Gently slide the microphone s moun fully seated 4 Tighten in place EE he locking wheel by turning mr ne camera ting foot into the camera s shoe mount so that it is it clockwise until the microphone is held securely Mic Boom Pole The mounting foot adapter of the VM 180M comes with a threaded 1 4 20 socket for attaching to a boom pole To attach the microphone to a boom pole do the following 1 Position the microphone so that the threaded post at the end of the boom pole is aligned with the threaded socket of the VM 180M 2 Screw the boom pole into the threaded socket until the microphone is secure Making the audio connection The VM 180M must be connected to the audio input jack of your camera or audio recorder to record sou 1 Makes nd ure the power button of the VM 180M
10. ording voices dialog and even acoustic instruments It focuses on the sound directly in front of the microphone while rejecting off axis sound 2 TELE selects a supercardioid polar pattern 1 22 is setting is best for recording dialog from a slightly longer distance If recording voices or dialog at approximately 10 12 feet the supercardioid pattern will add more isolation clarity and focus while rejecting off axis sound Ap Setting the level on the Camera or Recorder You may have to set the input level on your camera or recorder Some DSLR cameras camcorders and audio recorders allow the user to access the recording level via the device s menus If you are setting the level manually set the level so that the meter reads slightly below maximum level at the loudest points peaks of your test audio Consult the manual of your camera or recorder for more information Adding a Second Microphone or Device To add a second m 1 Attach a microphone or to the MIC input jack on the sid When attaching a microphone recorder channels on a DSLR or icrophone or po rtable device to the VM 180M do the following a device like a smartphone or MP3 player with a 3 5 mm mini plug e of the VM 180M or device the audio from each will be recorded to discreet Here are some tips for adding a second microphone or device e Adding a second shotgun microphone li
11. rtant the microphone should easily mount and dismount Do not apply force by trying is stuck in to pull the VM 180M off the camera You could damage the microphone and the camera the camera s shoe mount Q ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Polsen product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one 1 year from the original purchase date or thirty 30 days after replacement whichever occurs later The warranty provider s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement at the provider s discretion of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment Inoperability of the product or part s shall be determined by the warranty provider If the product has been discontinued the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse neglect accident alteration abuse improper installation or maintenance EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE This warranty provides you with specific legal rights and you may also have additional rights that v

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