SoundField DSF-2
User Guide
Getting Started
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GETTING STARTED
WARNING: The DSF-2 microphone is not compatible with other SoundField Control Units
in the product range. SoundField Ltd will not accept any responsibility for damage caused by
the interconnection of these units.
WARNING: The DSF-2 1U digital controller should be sited in a cool operational
environment in a well ventilated rack with 1U free space above the unit.
BEFORE USE
Before applying mains power to the DSF-2 system, connect the microphone to the controller with
the interconnection cable provided. When connecting the microphone, make sure the red dot on the
Lemo Female 12 Pin In-Line Connector is aligned with the red dot at the base of the microphone
before insertion. To disconnect the cable push the disc forward on the base of the microphone and
release the connector.
Push silver disc on microphone
base at the ‘red dot’ position to
release connector.
When connecting the microphone cable to the DSF-2 controller, ensure the red dot is facing
upwards. To disconnect, pull back on the silver connector grip and release.
It is essential that the microphone be powered up a few minutes before use to allow the capsule
charging process to stabilise. If the microphone has been used recently, the time taken to stabilise
may be shorter, but turning the microphone on fifteen minutes or so before it is needed is a good
habit to acquire.
In conditions where condensation is likely to be a problem, for example, when bringing the
microphone from a cold vehicle to a warm venue, it is advisable to leave the microphone switched
on for up to half an hour before use so that the internal heating system can clear the capsules of all
condensation.
The DSF-2 system does not require Phantom Power (48V) if it is connected to a mixing console.
Please ensure that the Phantom Power on the mixer input channels is turned off.
