Audio-Technica BP893x Datasheet

BP893x MicroSet® Omnidirectional Condenser

Headworn Microphones

Broadcast & Production Microphones

Features

• Omnidirectional condenser capsule oers extended frequency response for extremely intelligible, natural vocal reproduction

• Lightweight, ergonomic design

• Extremely unobtrusive, 0.2" boom

• Secure under-the-ear placement

• Detachable, ﬁeld-replaceable cable with robust connector at the earset and a variety of available output terminations

• Wired version’s power module (AT8545) includes a high-pass ﬁlter that provides a steep low-frequency attenuation to improve sound pickup without aecting voice quality

• Comes with the AT8464x Dual-Ear Adapter Kit that converts the single-ear MicroSet to a unit that’s worn on both ears for maximum stability and comfort

• Constructed of hypoallergenic material

BP893x Description

The BP893x is a headworn condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern. Featuring an unobtrusive 0.2" boom that extends just beyond the bottom of your ear, the BP893x is designed to provide extremely intelligible, natural vocal reproduction for stage and television talent, lecturers, and worship leaders.

The microphone includes a 1.4 m (55") detachable, ﬁeld-replaceable cable that is available in a variety of terminations for use in wired and wireless applications, as indicated below.

Cable Terminations

BP893x, BP893x-TH: Terminated with a cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector for use with the included AT8545 power module. BP893xcH, BP893xcH-TH: Terminated with a cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica wireless systems featuring cH-style connector. BP893xcW, BP893xcW-TH: Terminated with a cW-style locking 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica wireless systems featuring cW-style connector. BP893xcLM3, BP893xcLM3-TH: Terminated for Sennheiser® wireless systems using locking 3.5 mm connector. BP893xcT4, BP893xcT4-TH: Terminated with TA4F-type connector for Shure® wireless systems.

Model numbers ending in “TH” are beige.

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The wired models (BP893x, BP893x-TH) require 11V to 52V phantom power for operation. Included for this purpose is the AT8545 power module, which is equipped with a cH-style screw-down 4-pin input connector and a 3-pin XLRM-type output connector. A recessed switch in the power module permits choice of ﬂat response or low-frequency roll-o (via integral 80 Hz high-pass UniSteep® ﬁlter) to help control undesired ambient noise. A belt clip is also included to hold the power module.

All models of the microphone come with a cable clip, two windscreens, two element covers, a moisture guard, and a protective carrying case. The microphone is available in black and beige.

Operation and Maintenance

The BP893x requires 11V to 52V phantom power for operation (wired only).

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.

The AT8545 power module included with wired models is equipped with an 80 Hz high-pass UniSteep® ﬁlter that provides easy switching from a ﬂat frequency response to a low-end rollo. The roll-o position reduces the microphone’s sensitivity to popping in close vocal use. It also reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such as trac, 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.

The BP893x can be worn on either the left or right ear. Position the ear loop around the back of your ear, so that the boom extends from below your ear.

A cable clip is provided for strain relief, allowing the microphone to remain securely in place without the weight of the cable pulling on the headset. To use the clip, slip the cable into the clip’s cable-holding groove, then attach the clip to your clothing, leaving enough slack in the microphone cable to allow for free, comfortable motion.

The included AT8464x Dual-Ear Adapter Kit allows you to convert the BP893x to a dual-ear unit for increased stability and comfort. The BP893x attaches to either side of the adapter so that the microphone can be worn to either the left or right of your mouth. The headband easily adjusts to ﬁt both children and adults.

How to use the Dual-Ear Microphone Mount

1. Insert the rounded end of your BP893x ear hook into the larger opening of the adapter’s left or right tapered holder. Firmly seat the ear hook in the tapered holder.

2. Insert the small rounded end of the additional supplied ear hook into the larger opening of the adapter’s remaining tapered holder. Firmly seat the ear hook in the tapered holder.

3. Open the adapter’s adjustable behind-the-neck headband to its maximum position by pushing the headband’s adjusting tabs together (a). Put the behind-the-neck headband on, hooking the ear hooks over your ears. Adjust the ﬁt of the headband as needed by sliding the headband’s adjusting tabs until you arrive at a secure, comfortable ﬁt (a). Attach the microphone cable to the cable clip positioned between the headband’s adjusting tabs (b).

The donut-shaped moisture guard is provided to protect the element from sweat and moisture. Position the moisture guard as close to the element as possible to provide maximum protection. To remove the moisture guard, ﬁrst remove the element cover and place it out of harm’s way. Gently slide the moisture guard over the element. Replace the element cover.

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.

BP893x

12" or more on axis

LEGEND

Frequency in Hertz

Response in dB

10 dB

100

200

10k

500

20k

Roll-off

Wireless Termination Diagrams

4 3

BP893xcW, cW-TH

Function Wire Color

Pin 1 Ground/Shield Green Pin 2 Instrument Jumper to Pin 1 Pin 3 Mic Audio Copper Color Pin 4 Bias + In Red

1 2

4 3

BP893xcH, cH-TH

Function Wire Color

Pin 1 Ground/Shield Green Pin 2 Instrument Jumper to Pin 1 Pin 3 Mic Audio Copper Color Pin 4 Bias + In Red

1 2

ring

sleeve

BP893xcT4, cT4-TH

Function Wire Color

Pin 1 Ground/Shield Green Pin 2 Bias + In Red Pin 3 Mic Audio Copper Color Pin 4 Source Load Jumper to Pin 3

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BP893xcLM3, cLM3-TH

Function Wire Color Sleeve Ground/Shield Green Ring Mic Audio Copper Color Tip Bias + In Red

tip

Speciﬁcations

Element

Polar pattern

Frequency response

Low frequency roll-o

Open circuit sensitivity

Impedance

Maximum input sound level

Dynamic range (typical)

Signal-to-noise ratio

Phantom power requirements

Current consumption

Voltage range

Switch

Weight

Dimensions

Output connector (power module)

Audio-Technica case style

Accessories furnished

In the interest of standards development, A.T.U.S.

oers full details on its test methods to other industry

1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm

Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.

Speciﬁcations are subject to change without notice.

professionals on request.

= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL

Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser Omnidirectional 20-20,000 Hz 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave (wired only) –38 dB (11.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa 250 ohms (wired only) 131 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 3% T.H.D. 100 dB, 1 kHz at 3% T.H.D. Max SPL (wired only)

63 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical (wired only)

0.2 mA typical at 5V (wireless only)

2.5-10V (wireless only) Flat, roll-o (wired only) Microphone, boom & earpiece:2.0 g (0.07 oz) Power module (wired only): 85 g (3.0 oz) Microphone: 9.5 mm (0.37") long,

2.6 mm (0.10") diameter Boom: 5.2 mm (0.2") long,

1.07 mm (0.04") diameter Power module (wired only): 100.0 mm (3.94") long, 18.9 mm (0.74") diameter Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

Cable

Detachable 1.4 m (55") long, 1.6 mm (0.06") diameter, 2- or 3-conductor shielded cable (termination dependent) M31 AT8545 power module (wired only); AT8464x dual-ear adapter kit; AT8440 cable clip; AT8157 windscreen; AT8171 windscreen; two AT8156 element covers; moisture guard; belt clip (wired only); carrying case

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frequency response: 20– 20,000 Hz polar pattern

330˚

300˚

270˚

240˚

210˚

SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION

LEGEND

200

100

12" or more on axis Roll-off

500

Frequency in Hertz

10 dB

10k

Response in dB

20k

0˚

30˚

60˚

90˚

120˚

LEGEND

200 Hz

150˚

180˚

1 kHz 5 kHz 8 kHz

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