Audio-Technica dimensions Features, BP896 Description, Wireless MicroPoint Description

BP896 & BP896-TH

MicroPoint™ Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphones broadcast & production microphones

Features

•Subminiature clip-on lavalier microphone designed for broadcast production and theater settings

•Microphone diameter of just 2.6 mm for the ultimate in low- profile, high-performance audio

•Extremely intelligible, natural audio

•Handles high sound pressure levels with ease

•Locking 4-pin microphone output connector compatible with included power module and all Audio-Technica UniPak® body- pack wireless transmitters

•Rugged design and construction for reliable performance

•UniSteep® filter provides a steep low-frequency attenuation to improve sound pickup without affecting voice quality

•Offered in black and beige (-TH) models

•RoHS-compliant—free from all substances specified in the EU directive on the reduction of hazardous substances (RoHS)

•Also available in wireless models (without power module) terminated for use with all Audio-Technica UniPak® wireless systems and many other manufacturers’ wireless systems

BP896 Description

The BP896 is a subminiature clip-on/lavalier condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern. It is designed to provide intelligible, natural audio for stage/television talent, lecturers and houses of worship.

The microphone is intended to be worn on the clothing or hidden in props for excellent yet unobtrusive sound pickup. The wide-range capability

of the microphone ensures clean, accurate reproduction with high intelligibility for speakers, presenters and other performers. Its small size makes it ideal for use in applications where minimum visibility is required.

The microphone requires 11V to 52V phantom power for operation.

The microphone includes a 1.4 m (55") permanently attached miniature cable. Its free end connects to the provided AT8539 power module via

alocking 4-pin connector. The connector is also compatible with all Audio-Technica UniPak® body-pack wireless transmitters. The output of the power module is a 3-pin XLRM-type connector.

A recessed switch in the power module permits choice of flat response or low-frequency roll-off (via integral 80 Hz high-pass UniSteep® filter) to help control undesired ambient noise.

The microphone comes equipped with a power module, a clothing clip base, a viper clip base, three single mic holders, two double mic holders, two windscreens and six element covers (two each in black, white and

beige) for blending in with users’ attire. A belt clip and a protective carrying case is also included. The microphone is available in black and beige.

Wireless MicroPoint™ Description

The microphone is also available in a variety of wireless models, including the BP896cW. The BP896cW includes a 1.4 m (55") permanently attached miniature cable terminated with a locking 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica UniPak® body-pack transmitters. Models are also available in a variety of terminations for use with many other manufacturers’ wireless systems. No power module or belt clip is included (or required) with the wireless models. The wireless models’ dimensions, polar pattern and included accessories are otherwise identical to those of the BP896.

The BP896cW is also available unterminated as the BP896c.

CableTerminations
BP896cW, BP896cW-TH	Terminated with locking 4-pin
	connector for use with
	Audio-Technica®UniPak
	body-pack transmitters BP896c,
BP896cL4, BP896cL4-TH	Terminated for Sennheiser®
	wireless systems using Lemo
	connector
BP896cLM3, BP896cLM3-TH	Terminated for Sennheiser®
	wireless systems using locking
	3.5 mm connector
BP896cT4, BP896cT4-TH	Terminated for Shure® wireless
	systems using TA4F-type
	connector
BP896cT5, BP896cT5-TH	Terminated for Lectrosonics®
	wireless systems using
	TA5F-type connector
BP896c, BP896c-TH	Unterminated

Model numbers ending in “TH” are beige.

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Operation and Maintenance

The BP896 requires 11V to 52V phantom power for operation.

Output is low impedance (Lo-Z) balanced. The signal appears across Pins 2 and 3; Pin 1 is ground (shield). Output phase is “Pin 2 hot”— positive acoustic pressure produces positive voltage at Pin 2.

An integral 80 Hz high-pass UniSteep® filter provides easy switching from a flat frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The roll-off position reduces the microphone’s sensitivity to popping in close vocal use. It also reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation and mechanically coupled vibrations. To engage the UniSteep® filter, use the end tip of a paperclip or other small pointed instrument to slide the switch toward the “bent” line.

For use as a lavalier, attach the microphone about six inches below the chin. Anticipate movements that may cause the microphone to rub against or be covered by clothing, and position the microphone to avoid it.

The included single and double mic holders are interchangeable with the included bases. To change the holders, simply remove original holder and snap in the desired one. When using the microphone in extremely close situations, slip the included open-pore foam windscreen over the mic to reduce wind noise or popping. Use the included element cover to protect the microphone element from contaminants.

The four small sleeves on the cable are used for securely mounting the microphone in the included holders. To attach the microphone in a holder, slide the sleeve(s) to the required position on the cable, and snap the holder onto the sleeve(s). Note: If a sleeve becomes difficult to slide,