Auray CFP-512N, CFP-68B, CFP-68R, CFP-58N, CFP-68N User Manual

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CFP-610

Model

CFP-58N

CFP-58B

CFP-512N

CFP-512B

CFP-516N

CFP-516B

CFP-68N

CFP-68B

CFP-610N

CFP-610B

Min Length

2.25′ 2.25′ 3′ 3′ 3.75′ 3.75′ 1.83′ 1.83′ 2.5′

Max Length

8.08′ 8.08′ 12.08′ 12.08′ 15.42′ 15.42′ 7.17′ 7.17′ 9.33′

Weight

1 lb. 1.5 lb. 3 lb. 3.5 lb. 3.9 lb. 4.4 lb. 1.1 lb. 1.6 lb. 3.1 lb.

Sections 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6

Cable N/A Bottom

CFP-58

CFP-512

CFP-516

CFP-68

Min/Max Lenght Comparison

2.5′

9.33′

2.6 lb.

.7 m .7 m .9 m .9 m 1.1 m 1.1 m .55 m .55 m .75 m.75 m

2.5 m 2.5 m 3.7 m 3.7 m 4.7 m 4.7 m 2.2 m 2.2 m 2.8 m

.45 kg .68 kg

CFP-58R

2.65′

8.48′

1.75 lb.

Side

.8 m

2.6 m

.79 kg 1.36 kg 1.58 kg

CFP-512R

3.4′

12.48′

3.75 lb.

1 m

3.8 m

1.7 kg 1.76 kg 2 kg

CFP-516R

4.15′

15.82′

4.65 lb.

1.25 m

4.8 m

2.1 kg .5 kg .72 kg

CFP-68R

2.23′

7.57′

1.85 lb.

.75 m

2.3 m

.84 kg 1.4 kg

CFP-610R

2.9′

9.73′

3.35 lb.

.9 m

2.9 m

1.51 kg

2.8 m

1.17 kg

N/A Bottom Side N/A Bottom Side N/A Bottom Side N/A Bottom Side

Speciﬁcations

For extended-reach microphone placement on ENG and EFP recording projects

Manufactured with sturdy lightweight carbon ﬁber for portability and reliability

Smooth telescoping for easy expansion and length adjustment

Ergonomic twist locks and anti-twist alignment for eortless setup

Unique strain relief design protects the cable from damage caused by excess tension

Designed for solderless adding or replacement of a coiled XLR cable

High-quality XLR connectors manufactured by Neutrik® and TA3 (mini XLR) connectors manufactured by Rean® (a registered trademark of Neutrik®)

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Recommended Accessories

BPB-34: Auray Neoprene

Boom Pole Bag

BPH: Auray Boom Pole

Holder

DUSM-1: Auray Universal

Shock Mount

Available Parts and Accessories

CFP-ET2: 2′ (0.6 m)

CFP-ET3: 3′ (0.9 m)

CFP-ET4: 4′ (1.2 m)

CFP-ET5: 5′ (1.5 m)

CFP-ET6: 6′ (1.8 m)

CFP-BE: Bottom exit XLR

CFP-RE: Side exit XLR

CFP-CE: Bottom end cap

CFP-BW: Balanced weight

CFC-58, CFC-512, CFC-516, CFC-58, CFC-610:

Cable

extension tube with TA3 mini XLR cable

attachment

replacement kit for CFP boom poles

Three-Year Limited Warranty

This Auray product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free

from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer

use for a period of three (3) years 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 vary from

state to state.

To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Auray Customer Service

Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”)

number, and return the defective product to Auray 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.aurayaudio.com

or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.

Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group.

www.gradusgroup.com

Auray is a registered trademark of the Gradus Group.

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CFP Series

Carbon Fiber

Boom Poles

Owner’s Manual

Select model with integrated cable shown

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Overview

Arrowhead tip

The unique arrowhead tip design reduces weight at the top of the pole. It also allows for easy drop-through cable insertion. The beneﬁt is that it makes cable replacement quick and uncomplicated when recording on the go. With solderless design, no special tools are needed to add or replace the XLR cable with the cable conversion/replacement kit (sold separately.)

Ergonomic Twist Locks

The ergonomic twist locks are comfortable to grip and make length adjustment fast and eortless.

Anti-twist alignment tubing

The anti-twist alignment allows for one-handed operation of the twist locks and makes setup easy.

Sturdy lightweight carbon ﬁber

The CFP series features matrix reinforced carbon ﬁber composite tubes that oer exceptional strength to weight ratio. The durable and lightweight design reduces handling fatigue during lengthy sessions. They are designed to withstand the rigors of ﬁeld use, and are comfortable to handle even in extreme temperatures.

Coiled XLR Cable

The integrated coiled XLR cable smoothly extends and retracts with the telescoping tubes (“R” and “B” models).

Standard 3/8″-16

threaded mount

The standard 3/8″-16 threaded

mount ﬁts most shotgun

microphone shock mounts.

Tip Strain relief

The tip strain-relief system

absorbs tension, secures

the cable, and protects the

cable from damage from

the edges of the tip exit. (“R”

and “B” models).

Right-angle Neutrik®

XLR connector

The cable features a high-

quality Neutrik® right-angle XLR

connector that provides a secure

locking connection and ﬂawless

signal transfer. The right angle

provides extra clearance from

the back of the microphone and

prevents damage to the cable.

Bottom strain relief

Additional strain relief

protects and preserves the

connection between the cable

and the TA3 connector.

Rean TA3 (mini XLR)

connectors

The coiled XLR cable, bottom

housing, and extension

cables feature TA3 (mini XLR)

connectors manufactured by

Rean® (a registered trademark

of Neutrik®) that provide a

secure locking connection and

high-quality signal transfer

(“R” and “B” models).

Balance Weight

The balance weight is

designed to work with

the CFP boom poles

and all of the bottom

housing attachments.

By providing a

counterweight at the

base of the boom pole, it

balances the microphone

and shockmount and

provides stability (sold

separately).

Bottom-exit XLR connector

The bottom-exit XLR

connector is securely

integrated into the bottom

threaded cap ("B" models).

Rubber end cap

The rubber end cap provides

a durable rubber pad at the

bottom end of the boom pole

and allows the operator to rest

the pole on its end without

damage to the wiring or the

pole (“R” and “N” models.)

Extensions

Each extension tube

adds from 2-feet

to 6-feet of length

(depending on models)

and includes a cable

with TA3 (mini XLR)

connector to securely

connect with the

integrated coiled XLR

cable and bottom

housing.

Neutrik® side-exit XLR connector

The ﬂush mount side-

exit XLR connector,

manufactured by

Neutrik®, is securely

integrated into the

side exit attachment.

It provides a secure

locking connection with

excellent signal transfer

(“R” models).

Introduction

Thank you for choosing Auray.

The Auray CFP series Boom Pole is a lightweight and durable

solution for Electronic News Gathering (ENG), Electronic Field

Productions (EFP), documentary, and other ﬁeld recording

applications where placing a microphone close to the subject

while remaining at a distance or out of frame is essential.

The unique features of the CFP series boom poles and

accessories will save time and eort while reducing handling

fatigue. The wide variety of accessories and extensions

add functionality and adaptability to all models.

Precautions

• Please read and follow these instructions,

and keep this manual in a safe place.

• Handle the product with care.

• Keep ﬁngers clear of the telescoping

joints when adjusting length.

• Use only parts provided by the manufacturer.

• Make sure the item is intact and that

there are no missing parts.

• All photos are for illustrative purposes.

Instructions

Adjusting the length of the boom pole

1. While ﬁrmly holding the boom pole, loosen the

twist locks and extend the sections.

2. Once extended to the desired length,

securely tighten the twist locks.

Pro tip: When extending boom pole, start with the top

sections ﬁrst. This way you will be able to reach the

remaining twist locks as you lengthen the pole.

3. Collapse the boom pole by holding it at the base,

loosen the twist lock nearest to you, and return the

section to the minimized position. Repeat this for

the other twist locks until the pole is collapsed.

Changing the bottom housing

The CFP Boom Pole is designed to work with both

bottom-exit and side-exit housings (each sold separately).

To exchange these parts, refer to the instructions that are

included with the replacement housing.

Adding the balance weight

To add the balance weight to your CFP boom pole, follow the

instructions that are included with the balance weight.

Adding an extension

Extension tubes with a mini XLR cable can be added to

all of the CFP models. Follow the instructions that are

included with the CFP-ET series of extension tubes

Adding/replacing the coiled XLR cable

The coiled XLR cable can be added to the “N” models and

replaced on “R” and “B” models. Follow the instructions that are

included with the cable replacement kit (sold separately.)