Shure SM11 User Manual

GENERAL

The Shure Model SM11 is a miniature dynamic lavalier
microphone designed for use in television broadcasting (on
camera), for sound reinforcement, in certain radio and mo­tion picture applications, and similar uses where a small,
professional-quality, microphone is required. The SM11 has
an omnidirectional pickup pattern, and its frequency re­sponse is optimized for lavalier use. The microphone is sup­plied with a tie clasp assembly, tie tack assembly, connector
belt clip, and zippered carrying/storage bag. An optional kit
for mounting the SM11 on various musical instruments is
available as Shure Model RK279.

Features

• Frequency response optimized for lavalier use. Acousti-

cally matches most stand- or desk-mounted micro­phones

• Small and lightweight for unobtrusive, virtually unseen

operation

• Smooth exterior and recessed grille screen minimize

clothing noise

• Rugged aluminum case construction

• Extremely flexible long-life cable

• Two mounting options–tie clasp or tie tack

• Convenient, secure belt clip attaches connector to belt

or clothing

SPECIFICATIONS
Type

Dynamic

Frequency Response

50 to 15,000 Hz (see Figure 1)

Model SM11 User Guide

Dynamic Lavalier Microphone

TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE

FIGURE 1

Polar Pattern

Omnidirectional

Impedance

Microphone rating impedance is 150 ohms (200 ohms
actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated at
19 to 300 ohms

Output Level (at 1,000 Hz)

Open Circuit Voltage .......... –64 dBV/Pa (0.60 mV)

(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)

Polarity

Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive
voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3

Hum Pickup

35 dB equivalent SPL in a 1 millioersted field

Cable

Non-detachable, 1.2 m (48 in.), two-conductor,
shielded, plastic-covered

Connector

Professional three-pin audio (XLR).

Case

Aluminum with gray enamel finish

Dimensions

See Figure 2

CABLE:

14.29 mm

9

(

/16 in.)

1219 mm

(48 in.)

38.1 mm
(1 1/2 in.)

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

FIGURE 2

83.5 mm

9

(3

/32 in.)

2001, Shure Incorporated
27B3077 (AF)

Printed in Mexico

Net Weight

7.9 grams (0.28 oz), less cable and connector

Certification

Conforms to European Union directives, eligible to
bear CE marking; meets European Union EMC Immu­nity Requirements (EN 50082–1: 1992).

CARTRIDGE CONNECTOR

RED CODED TERMINAL

YELLOW

clothing. Excess microphone cable can be inserted in the
user’s pocket or tucked into the waistband.

ARCHITECTS’ SPECIFICATIONS

The microphone shall be a moving–coil (dynamic) type
with a frequency response of 50 to 15,000 Hz. The micro­phone shall have an omnidirectional polar characteristic.
The microphone 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 –64 dB
where 0 dB = 1 milliwatt per 10 microbars.

SHIELD

RED

BLACK

2

1

3

INTERNAL CONNECTIONS

FIGURE 3
INSTALLATION
Tie Clasp Assembly

Insert the SM11 in the tie clasp and anchor the cable
as shown in Figure 4. Affix the clasp to a tie, shirt, or
blouse. Note that the microphone can be swiveled 360°
in its holder for left, right, or vertical (“pen clip”) use.

The microphone shall be a lavalier type, and shall be pro­vided with a 1.2m (48 in.) non–detachable, two–conductor,
shielded cable with a professional, three–pin audio connec-
tor designed to mate with Cannon XL series, Switchcraft A3
(Q.G.) series or equivalent connectors. The microphone
shall also be provided with a tie clasp assembly , tie tack as­sembly, connector belt clip, and carrying/storage bag.

The overall dimensions of the microphone shall be 33.5
mm (1 – 5/16 in.) in length and 14.7 mm (9/16 in.) in diame­ter.

The microphone shall be the Shure Model SM11 or
equivalent.

ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

The following furnished accessories and replacement
parts can be ordered through your Authorized Shure Profes­sional Products Dealer or from Shure Incorporated.

Tie Clasp Assembly RK203TC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tie Tack Assembly 90A2384. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Connector Belt Clip RK200BC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carrying/Storage Bag 26A13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cartridge R99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cable C91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Instrument Mounting Kit RK279. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For additional service or parts information, please con­tact Shure’s Service Department at 1–800–516–2525. Out­side the United States, please contact your authorized
Shure Service Center.

CABLE ANCHORING

FIGURE 4

Tie Tack Assembly

Remove the clutch from the tie tack assembly and insert
the tie tack holder in the tie (or through the tie and shirt if de­sired). Affix the clutch to the pin of the tie tack holder. Insert
the SM11 in the tie tack holder.

Connector and Belt Clip

With the SM11 installed in one of the assemblies de­scribed above, insert the connector in the connector belt clip
and fasten the belt clip to the user’s belt, waistband or other

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