Shure A96F User Guide

Model A96F

User Guide

MODEL A96F LINE MATCHING TRANSFORMER

This transformer connects microphones with an XLR-type connector
to the 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) inputs found on camcorders and other recording
devices. It increases the signal level from the microphone, provides a
balanced input, and prevents distortion due to the d.c. bias typically
found in camcorder microphone inputs.

IMPEDANCE SELECTION

The A96F can be modified for microphones rated at 150 Ω. This
modification is only necessary if the output level from the A96F is
insufficient for your recording device. Use the following steps:

1. Access the wiring in the XLR plug element of the A96F by loosen-

ing the screw and sliding the plug from the case.

2. Unsolder the RED lead from pin 2. Insulate the bare wire at the end

of the lead with the insulator from the YELLOW lead.

3. Solder the YELLOW lead to pin 2.

4. Rotate the plug element three turns to twist the leads and replace

the element in the housing. Replace the screw.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

1. Unscrew the housing from the miniature plug on the
A96F to expose the wires inside the connector.

2. Use wire clippers to cut and remove the wire between the tip
and ring leads (see figure below). Make sure to remove the
wire completely from between the leads so that there is no
contact between the tip and ring.

3. Reassemble the plug.

Remove wire here

If the microphone still does not work, contact Shure Application
Engineering at 1-800-516-2525. Please have the camcorder user's
guide available.

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RING

Ë

TIP

SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response

20 to 20,000 Hz ± 2 dB

Impedance

Low impedance: 600 Ω (supplied) or 150 Ω
Medium impedance: 2,500 Ω

DC Resistance

Low impedance: 600 Ω winding: 56 Ω
Medium impedance: Open Circuit

150 Ω winding: 28 Ω

Voltage Ratio 600 Ω 150 Ω

Low impedance to medium impedance: +6 dB +12 dB

Maximum Recommended Input Levels

Source Winding Maximum

Impedance Being Driven Level

150 Ω 150 Ω 0.5 V
600 Ω 600 Ω 1.0 V
2,500 Ω 2,500 Ω 2.0 V

Case

Full magnetic shield, steel with gray enamel finish

Dimensions

19 mm (3/4 in.) diameter; 89 mm (3 1/2 in.) long

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BLACK

RED

600

1

3

YELLOW

2

150

BLUE

2.5 k

WHITE

+

SHIELD

SLEEVE

RING

TIP

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY

Shure warrants this product to be free in normal use of any de­fects in workmanship and materials for two (2) years from the date
of purchase. If your Shure product fails within this period, call 1-800­516-2525 in the United States for details on repair, replacement, or
refund. This warranty does not cover abuse or misuse of the prod­uct, use contrary to Shure’s instruction, ordinary wear and tear, an
act of God or unauthorized repair.

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS

Carefully repack the unit, have it insured, and return it prepaid to:

5800 W. Touhy Avenue Niles, Illinois 60714-4608

If outside the U.S.A., return the unit to your dealer or Authorized
Shure Service Center for repair. The unit will be returned to you
prepaid.

Shure Incorporated

Attention: Service Department

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