Shure 585SB User Guide

222 HARTREY AVE.. EVANSTON. IL. 60204 U.S.A.

MICROPHONES

AREA CODE 3121866-2200 . CABLE: SHUREMICRO TWX: 910.231-0048 TELEX: 72-4381

AND ELECTRONIC

COMPONENTS

UNIDIRECTIONAL DYNAMIC MICROPHONES

GENERAL

The Model 585 Series are dynamic microphones with a very effective filter that provides excellent protection from wind and "pop" (explosive breath sounds). They feature fine reproduction of music and voice, and are ideal for use with high quality sound systems and tape recorders.

These microphones are particularly suitable for use in theaters, night clubs, auditoriums, schools, churches, indoors or outdoors, and any place where omnidirec-

tional microphones may not operate properly because of poor acoustics or where wind creates a problem, such as during outdoor receptions, inaugurations, or sporting events. These microphones will, in almost every instance, eliminate the annoying loudspeaker

"squeal" caused by feedback. In addition, they will prevent echoing (boominess) that sometimes occurs in partially-filled halls. These microphones can also

be used closer to loudspeakers than usual, without creating feedback problems.

This suppression of feedback, combined with their smooth sound, makes these microphones particularly good for use with orchestras, small combos, and singers.

Microphone Features:

A built-in wire-mesh screen with a special filter that provides protection from wind and "pop" (explosive breath sounds). This filter also enables singers and speakers to perform close to the microphone.

A strong, detachable cable, especially selected for effective shielding from hum pickup

A replaceable microphone cartridge that is simple to change in the field

A cartridge that is protectively shock-mounted

internally. Minimizes handling noise

A built-in OnQff switch with a device to lock the switch in its On position

An adjustable swivel adapter that enables you to aim the microphone where you want it

A swivel that makes it easy to quietly pull the microphone out and use it comfortably in the hand

UNISPHERE~

A Microphones

DATA

SHEET

APPLICATIONS

The Model

to high-impedance microphone inputs.

The Model

to microphone inputs rated at 19 to 300 ohms. The

low-impedance microphone is recommended where

long cable lengths are required or under conditions

of severe hum disturbance. The permissible cable length is practically unlimited since neither response nor level is appreciably affected. Shure Model A95

Series Line Matching Transformers are. available for

use in those cases where a low-impedance microphone line. is desirable but the associated amplifier has a high-impedance input. These transformers provide a proper impedance match between a 19 to 300 ohm microphone line and a high-impedance input and are available with various input and output connectors.

585SA is high impedance for connection

585% is low impedance for connection

MODELS 585SA AND

585SB UNISPHEREB A

SPECIFICATIONS

Type

Dynamic

Frequency Response

50 to 13,000 Hz (see Figure 1)

*I0

-10

TYPICAL

Polar Pattern

Cardioid (unidirectional)-uniform with frequency,

symmetrical about axis (see Figure

Impedance

Model 585SA-Microphone impedance is "High" for

connection to high-impedance microphone inputs.

Model ohms (170 ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated at 19 to

585SB-Microphone rating impedance is 150

FREUXNCY

FREQUENCY

FIGURE

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lE(ERTZ

RESPONSE

300

ohms.

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(SK)

1979,

Shure

Brothers

Inc.

U.S.

Patents

3,132,713

Printed

and

3,240,883

U.S.A.

Output Level

Open Circuit Voltage* -57.0 dB -80.5 dB Power Level

(at 1,000 Hz)

.....

............

* *

585SA 585SB

mV) (.094 mV)

(1.41

-59.0 dB

*O dB = 1 volt per microbar

**0 dB = 1 milliwatt per 10 microbars

Switch

Built-in On-Off switch with lockplate. To lock switch in On position, remove screw on lockplate and turn lockplate 180".

Reassemble and tighten screw.

Cartridge Shock Mount

Internal rubber vibration-isolator

Cable

585SA-4.6m (15 ft) one-conductor shielded with Amphenol type MC1 F connector on microphone end

585SB4.6m (15 ft) two-conductor shielded with Amphenol type MC2M connector on microphone end

Swivel Adapter

Positive action, adjustable through 90" from vertical to horizontal, permits easy removal for handheld use,

suitable for mounting on stand with

Y8"-27 thread

Case

Chrome-plated die casting with steel mesh grille

Diinensions

See Figure 3

214

mml27/32

TAPER

286

(1-118

Net Weight

354 grams

OVERALL

FIGURE

(less cable)

(12Y2 oz)

DIMENSIONS

Packaged Weight

851 grams (1 Ib, 14 oz)

POSITIVE PRESSURE PRODUCES POSITIVE VOLTAGE ON WHITE CONDUCTOR

AMPHENOL MClM rAMPHENOL MClF

\CODED TERMINAL

GREEN WHITE

YELLOW

CARTRIDGE

SWITCH

%OWN

585SA

"OFF'

INTERNAL

TYPE PLUG

CASE GROUND

POSITION

CONNECTIONS

FIGURE

POSITIVE PRESSURE PRODUCES POSITIVE VOLTAGE ON WHITE CONDUCTOR

AMPHENOL MCPF rAMPHENOL MCLM TYPE PLUG-,

SWITCH SHOWN IN "OFF"

585SB

POSITION

INTERNAL

CONNECTIONS

CASE

&-\{

TYPE PLUG

&--:

TYPE PLUG

GABLE

CABLE

ASSEMBLY

-;:

-p

PLUG

ASSEMBLY

PLUG

BLACK WHITE SHIELD

WHITE SHIELD

FIGURE 5

PHASING

To test two microphones and/or their cables for

proper phasing, connect them to an amplifier and talk or sing into them while holding them three or four inches apart. The sound from the speakers should be the same when talking into either microphone or directly between them if they are in phase with each other. If the sound drops drastically, or if a dead spot is found when talking between the two microphones, either the microphones or their cables (low impedance

only) are out of phase. All cables and microphones should be tested in this manner to insure that they are in phase with each other.

To change the phase of

phone cable, either use a Shure

low-impedance micro-

A15PRS Phase Reverser or interchange the wires connected to pins 1 and 2 of the connector. To change the phase of a microphone, the microphone cartridge leads must be

interchanged (see Figure 4). This should be performed by your dealer, the Shure Factory Service Department, or other qualified service personnel.

FURNISHED ACCESSORY

Swivel Adapter

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.A25B

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Line Matching Transformer Windscreen Desk Stand

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.......

.S33B, S37A, S38B, S39A or S40A

Disconnect Adapter

.............

.A95 Series

A61 WS

.........................

.A45

REPLACEMENT PARTS

585SA 58588

Cartridge R85 R85 Cable C58 C57 On-Off Switch Case Assembly RK44C RK45C Plug Element Cable Connector RKl14P RK1 I5P Screen and Grille Assembly .RS85 RS85

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.RK48S RK48S

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RK52P

ARCHITECTS' SPECIFICATIONS

The microphone shall be the Shure Model 585SA, 585SB, or equivalent. The microphone shall be a moving coil (dynamic) type with a frequency response of 50 to 13,000 Hz. The unit shall have a cardioid polar characteristic. The cancellation at the sides shall be approximately 6 dB, and the cancellation at the rear shall be 15 to 20 dB.

Model

585SA shall be high impedance for connec-

tion to high-impedance microphone inputs.

Model

585SB shall be low impedance with a rated impedance of 150 ohms for connection to microphone inputs rated at 19 to 300 ohms.

The microphone output shall be:

585SA

.........................

-57.0 dB

(0 dB = 1 volt per microbar)

58558

..........................

59.0 dB

(0 dB = 1 milliwatt per 10 microbars)

The microphone shall be equipped with a built-in

On-Off switch. The microphone shall be provided with

90"

a swivel adapter, adjustable through

from vertical

to horizontal, and suitable for mounting on a stand

having a

Model

%"-27 thread.

585SA shall be provided with a detachable

4.6m (15 ft) one-conductor shielded cable with an Am-

phenol type

Model

MClF connector at the microphone end.

585SB shall be provided with a detachable

4.6m (15 ft) two-conductor shielded cable with an Amphenol type

MC2M connector at the microphone end.

The overall dimensions of the microphone shall be 171 mm (6-3/4 in.) in length and 52.4 mm (2-1/16 in.) in diameter.

GUARANTEE

This Shure product is guaranteed in normal use to be free from electrical and mechanical defects for a period of one year from date of purchase. Please retain proof of purchase date. This guarantee includes

parts and labor. This guarantee is

all

in lieu of any and all other guarantees or warranties, express or implied, and there shall be no recovery for any consequential or incidental damages.

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS

Carefully repack the unit and return it prepaid to:

Shure Brothers Incorporated

Attention: Service Department

1501 West Shure Drive

Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004

If outside the United States, return the unit to your

dealer or Authorized Shure Service Center for repair. The unit will be returned to you prepaid.