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AT8022
X/Y Stereo Microphone
broadcast & production microphones
battery during long-term storage. Battery switch must be on for battery
operation. Turn off when not in use to preserve battery life. Battery switch
has no effect on phantom power operation.
Note: Use battery power only when connecting the AT8022 to an
unbalanced input.
Output for each stereo channel is low impedance (Lo-Z) balanced. The
balanced signals appear across Pins 2 and 3 for the left channel, Pins
4 and 5 for the right channel. Pin 1 is ground (shield) for both channels.
Output is “Pins 2 and 4 hot”— positive acoustic pressure produces
positive voltage at Pins 2 and 4.
The end of the grille should be aimed at the sound source with the top
of the microphone facing up (the top of the microphone is indicated by
the left-right stereo image printed on the housing), so the stereo image
matches the sound source.
Features
• Designed for video camera-mount use as well as for stereo eld
recording, interviews and home recording
• Compact, lightweight design is perfect for use with handheld
digital recording devices
• Operates on battery or phantom power—for use with pro or
consumer equipment
• Innovative coincident capsule conguration produces accurate
stereo image in smaller housing
• Includes two cables: one balanced (two 3-pin XLRM-type
connectors at output); one unbalanced (3.5 mm TRS at output)
• Switchable 80 Hz high-pass lter minimizes pickup of undesired
low-frequency sounds
Description
The AT8022 is a xed-charge condenser microphone with an X/Y stereo
polar pattern. It is designed for broadcast, recording and eld use.
The microphone requires 11V to 52V phantom power or a 1.5V AA battery
for operation. A battery need not be in place for phantom power operation.
The microphone offers an innovative coincident capsule conguration.
This allows for a smaller housing while producing an X/Y stereo image
with the spatial impact and realism of a live sound eld.
The microphone includes two cables: a 2 m (6.5') balanced cable
terminating in a 5-pin XLRF-type and two 3-pin XLRM-type connectors;
a 0.6 m (2') unbalanced cable terminating in a 5-pin XLRF-type and a
3.5 mm TRS connectors. The output of the microphone is a 5-pin
XLRM-type connector.
A switch permits choice of at response or low-frequency roll-off (via
integral 80 Hz high-pass lter) to help control undesired ambient noise.
The microphone is enclosed in a rugged housing. The included AT8405a
stand clamp permits mounting on any microphone stand with 5/8"-27
threads. A windscreen, a battery and a soft protective pouch are also
included.
Operation and Maintenance
The AT8022 requires 11V to 52V phantom power or a 1.5V AA battery for
operation. A battery need not be in place for phantom power operation.
Locating the microphone nearer the sound source enhances the width of
the stereo image, while decreasing room ambience. Conversely, as the
mic position moves away from the sound source, a narrower left/right
stereo image results and more of the “room sound” is noted.
An integral 80 Hz high-pass lter provides easy switching from a at
frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The roll-off position reduces
the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such as trafc, air-handling
systems, etc.), room reverberation and mechanically coupled vibrations.
To engage the high-pass lter, slide the switch toward to “bent” line.
Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where
temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for extended periods. Extremely high
humidity should also be avoided.
Architect’s and Engineer’s Specications
The microphone shall be a xed-charge stereo condenser. It shall
have an X/Y stereo polar pattern and a frequency response of 20 Hz
to 15,000 Hz. The microphone shall operate from an external 11V
to 52V DC phantom power source, or alternatively, from a 1.5V AA/
UM3 battery. It shall be capable of handling sound input levels up to
128 dB (phantom) or 120 dB (battery) with a dynamic range of 109 dB
(phantom) or 101 dB (battery). Nominal open-circuit output voltage shall
be 12.5 mV at 1V, 1 Pascal. Output shall be low impedance balanced
(250 ohms – phantom, 300 ohms – battery).
The output of the microphone shall be a 5-pin XLRM-type connector. The
microphone shall include two cables: a 2 m (6.5') balanced cable with
a 5-pin XLRF-type and two 3-pin XLRM-type connectors; a 0.6 m (2')
unbalanced cable with a 5-pin XLRF-type and a 3.5 mm TRS connectors.
The microphone shall include a switch that permits choice of at response
or 80 Hz low-frequency roll-off.
The microphone shall be 186.0 mm (7.32") long and have a maximum
head diameter of 47.6 mm (1.87"). Weight shall be 247 grams (8.7 oz). The
microphone shall include a stand clamp, a windscreen, a battery and a
soft protective pouch.
The Audio-Technica AT8022 is specied.
To install the battery, unscrew the lower section of the microphone body
to reveal the battery compartment. Insert a fresh 1.5V AA battery in the
handle compartment (“+” end up), then reassemble the microphone.
Alkaline batteries are recommended for longest life. Remove the
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Specications
Element
Polar pattern
Frequency response
Low frequency roll-off
Open circuit sensitivity
(Phantom / Battery)
Channel balance
Impedance (Phantom / Battery)
Maximum input sound level
(Phantom / Battery)
Dynamic range (typical)
(Phantom / Battery)
Signal-to-noise ratio
Phantom power requirements
Battery type
Battery current / life
Switches
Weight (less cable and accessories)
Dimensions
Output connector
Cables
Audio-Technica case style
Accessories furnished
In the interest of standards development, A.T.U.S.
offers full details on its test methods to other industry
1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm
1
Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.
Specications are subject to change without notice.
professionals on request.
2
= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
AT8022
Fixed-charge back plate, permanently
polarized condenser
X/Y Stereo
20-15,000 Hz
80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
–38 dB (12.5 mV) /
–38 dB (12.5 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*
<2.5 dB
250 ohms / 300 ohms
128 dB / 120 dB SPL,
1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
109 dB / 101 dB,
1 kHz at Max SPL
1
75 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
11-52V DC, 2 mA typical (each channel)
1.5V AA/UM3
0.7 mA / 700 hours typical (alkaline)
Battery On/Off; Flat, roll-off
247 g (8.7 oz)
186.0 mm (7.32") long,
47.6 mm (1.87") maximum head diameter,
21.0 mm (0.83") body diameter
Integral 5-pin XLRM-type
Balanced: 2.0 m (6.5') long, 8 conductor,
shielded, vinyl-jacketed stereo cable with
5-pin XLRF-type connector at microphone
end and two 3-pin XLRM-type connectors
at output end; Unbalanced: 0.6 m (2.0')
long stereo cable with 5-pin XLRF-type
connector at microphone end and 3.5 mm
TRS connector at output end
S12
AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27
threaded stands; windscreen; battery;
soft protective pouch
frequency response: 20–15,000 Hz
10 dB
100
12" or more on axis
Roll-off
330˚
200
Frequency in Hertz
0˚
180˚
500
30˚
150˚
1k
60˚
120˚
LEGEND
200 Hz
2k
90˚
270˚
5k
10k
300˚
240˚
210˚
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
50
LEGEND
polar pattern (200 Hz) polar pattern (1 kHz) polar pattern (8 kHz)
300˚
270˚
240˚
210˚
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
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Response in dB
20k
0˚
30˚
330˚
60˚
90˚
270˚
120˚
240˚
LEGEND
150˚
1 kHz
180˚
0˚
30˚
330˚
300˚
LEGEND
210˚
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
150˚
180˚
60˚
90˚
120˚
8 kHz