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  RECOMMENDED MICROPHONE / DISH FOCUS POSITIONS

TELINGA STEREO MK2:

 

Set the microphone 1-2 CM / 0.4-0.8 INCHES inside 

the dish (from dish edge) The microphone should not be pointing OUTSIDE of 
the dish. The focus globe inside the parabolic dish is large (APRX. 3.4 CM / 1.4 
INCHES) at 10 Khz, setting the Stereo MK2 microphone out of focus inside the 
dish is not possible, as long as the mic is not pointing outside of the dish.

Experiment with different mic positions, learning how the microphone works 
with the dish at closer and longer distances.

  

TELINGA TWIN SCIENCE MK2:

 

Two factory set focus positions

 makes it easy to adjust each capsule for 

maximum performance:

 

1)

Omni track:

 

 

 by positioning the Twin Science MK2 all the way in - 

towards the dish, until stop  

  2)

   

 

  Cardioid track

 

 

:

  

 by positioning the Twin 

Science with the mic connector placed side to side with the included 
mounting kit. At this position the microphone is close to dish edge (not 
outside)

Summary of Contents for PRO-8 MK2

Page 1: ...www telinga com Rev 2 2016 Telinga PRO 8 MK2 PRO X System Manual ...

Page 2: ...sy to use Great care has been taken to solve the most common problems with parabolic dishes wind and handling noise as well as inherent noise from the microphone and amplifiers Telinga designs are developed in co operation with film makers ornithologists and researchers in the field of bio acoustics ASSEMBLING TELINGA Y CABLE TUCHEL 7 POLE TO 3 PIN XLR PRO 8 MK2 OR 3 5 MINIJACK CABLE PRO X TO RECO...

Page 3: ...handling noise will occur Use a Telinga or Rycote dish HWC high wind cover when recording in windy conditions or side winds may cause turbulence inside the dish 2 Connect the XLR connectors PRO 8 MK2 or your 3 5 minijack connector PRO X going from the bottom of the handle to the recorder or preamp microphone inputs REMEMBER The cable will always be the weakest link treat it with love and care 3 Co...

Page 4: ... as the mic is not pointing outside of the dish Experiment with different mic positions learning how the microphone works with the dish at closer and longer distances TELINGA TWIN SCIENCE MK2 Two factory set focus positions makes it easy to adjust each capsule for maximum performance 1 Omni track by positioning the Twin Science MK2 all the way in towards the dish until stop 2 Cardioid track by pos...

Page 5: ...OPHONE BOTH CHANNELS IN FOCUS TO HAVE BOTH CAPSULES WORKING INSIDE THE FOCUS GLOBE PLACE THE TWIN SCIENCE MK2 APRX 1 2 CM 0 4 0 8 INCHES INSIDE AWAY FROM THE DISH EDGE GRAY RIM THIS ALLOWS A BLEND OF BOTH CAPSULES NEVER PLACE THE TWIN SCIENCE MICROPHONE WITH IT S SURROUNDING BLACK WIND COVER POINTING OUTSIDE THE DISH Recommended Stereo MK2 Twin Science MK2 users Place a constant sound source such ...

Page 6: ...sition photo above Very effective to avoid heavy wind or traffic noise Also great for suppressing handling noise Stereo to L R channels Stereo MK2 Twin Science MK2 microphone users omni and cardioid in separate channels filtering ACTIVE POS 3 MONO LOWCUT TRAFFIC FILTER ACTIVE 12 dB oct 3dB knee at 270 Hz Toggle switch set TOWARDS DISH LAST POSITION MONO ENABLED with both channels connected lowcut ...

Page 7: ...se suppression is excellent The over all sound characteristics of the Stereo MK2 mic is a soft high and a big and very transparent mid and low The stereo sound resembles the stereo of a dummy head There is no hole between left and right When using the parabola a sound can move from one side to the other without ping pong effects Using the Stereo MK2 connected to the PRO 8 MK2 or PRO X handle witho...

Page 8: ...REO MK2 The plate separates the two sides from each other while the focused sound will affect the two microphones equally Result the focused sound will be recorded mono while the background will be presented in stereo To L R channels 2 channels NOT M S 3 channels Smaller than actual size Microphone movable for optimal performance ...

Page 9: ...t of the focused sound compared to the more over all sound picture of the omni This is because of its attenuation of the ambience However practical experiments show that this basic rule has a variety of exceptions How to use the Twin Science is therefore a matter of learning and a matter of personal taste In post production one can mix the different outputs both in and out of phase with one anothe...

Page 10: ...face from scratches and dents Compatible with ALL Telinga handles and microphones including earlier models such as the PRO 5 6 7 8 handles and microphones Folding the dish is very easy and you may fold it over and over again for travelling Simply use your hands until it is folded together properly as the above photo this so you can place it inside the Soft Case or a Suitcase The V2 dish comes with...

Page 11: ...h the handle microphone and cables protected inside the rolled dish with some padding in between a High Wind Cover for example or available cloth After travelling the dish will retain it s shape quickly If you go for longer travels 8 12 hours where your Telinga is stored inside an airplane for example let the dish rest for some time unfolded to retain it s shape before recording Complete weight in...

Page 12: ...entire opening of a dish The windshield will also serve as extra protection against rain and prevent insects from buzzing around inside the dish while recording When storing your complete setup inside the Telinga Soft Case you may also use it as a good wrap around cloth protecting your microphone further The Rycote HWC offers up to 35 dB in wind noise reduction ...

Page 13: ...INI DISH UNTIL STOP When recording at closer distances or when you prefer a broader stereo recording Stereo MK2 microphone with less center directional gain the 11 5 dish is very useful It is also a great compliment to your DSLR camera or when the 22 dish is simply to large to bring The 11 5 dish offers very good amplification at higher frequencies for it s size ...

Page 14: ...SING THE OPTIONAL TRIPOD MOUNT Place the Tripod Mount in the top handle screw and secure it with the bridge of the mount into the handle Make sure it is fastened properly before attaching it to the stand ...

Page 15: ...x Do NOT use mosquito spray on the dish The dish is covered with a protective film of synthetic wax This film can sometimes be visible but is no error THE HANDLE On dusty roads keep in a plastic bag Wipe off now and then with a piece of cloth Silicon spray prolongs finish of handle and life of cables AFTER USE When the Telinga is not used for several days loosen the screw tightening the handle and...

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