Sennheiser MKH 8040 User Manual

Instructions for use

MKH 8040

Contents

Important safety information ........................................................ 2

The MKH 8040 ................................................................................... 3

Delivery includes ............................................................................... 4

Putting the microphone into operation ....................................... 5

Connecting the microphone ...................................................... 5

Attaching the microphone using the microphone clip ......... 5

Using the windshield .................................................................. 5

Exchanging the microphone head ................................................. 6

Accessories ........................................................................................ 7

Specifications .................................................................................... 8

Manufacturer Declarations ........................................................... 10

Thank you for choosing Sennheiser!
We have designed this product to give you reliable operation

over many years. Over 60 years of accumulated expertise in the
design and manufacture of high-quality electro-acoustic
equipment have made Sennheiser a world-leading company in
this field. Please take a few moments to read these instructions
carefully, as we want you to enjoy your new Sennheiser
products quickly and to the fullest.

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Important safety information

Notes on these

instructions for use

Before putting the

microphone into

operation

During operation y Water entering the housing of the microphone can cause a

After operation y Use the microphone with care and store it in a clean, dust-

y Please read these instructions carefully and completely

before using the microphone.

y Make these instructions easily accessible to all users at all

times.

y Always include these instructions when passing the

microphone on to third parties.

y Never open the microphone. If devices are opened by

customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty
becomes null and void.

short-circuit and damage the electronics. Protect the
microphone from wetness. Use only a slightly damp cloth to
clean the microphone.

y Do not expose the microphone to extreme temperatures

(normal operating temperatures: 10 °C to 35 °C).

free environment.

Intended use of the microphone

Intended use includes:
y having read these instructions, especially the chapter

“Important safety information” on page 2,

y using the microphone within the operating conditions and

limitations described in this instruction manual.

“Improper use” means using the microphone other than as
described in these instructions, or under operating conditions
which differ from those described herein.

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