RODE Microphones NTG-1 User manual

(EMC, LVD)

Instruction Manual

NTG-1

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I want to thank you for your purchase of a

NTG-1.

Please take the time to read this manual as it

contains information that will help you achieve the

best results from your microphone, as well as help

you get many years of reliable service from your

investment.

The design brief for this microphone was to build

a shotgun that could be used in professional video,

ﬁlm and live stage applications where low noise,

a wide frequency response and tightly controlled

polar patterns are vital. I am sure that once you

have used your new microphone, you will agree we

achieved our aim!

Like all microphones the NTG-1 is

manufactured using the ﬁnest surface mount

electronic components available, and has a body

machined of high grade aluminium which is ﬁnished

in hard wearing epoxy paint. The heart of any

microphone is the capsule, and with the NTG-1, we

have designed and incorporated what we believe to

be one of the best transducers in its class.

The NTG-1 has many uses. It can be mounted on

video cameras using either the on-board camera

mic mounts or the optional shock mount.

The NTG-1 is also suitable as a boom mounted mic

for ﬁlm and video use where it is desirable to get

closer to the sound source yet still be out of the

shot. Another area where the NTG-1 excels is in a

live sound situation, and the NTG-1 is perfect for

plays, as well as a cymbal overhead mic or can be

used to great effect as a ‘crowd mic’ when doing a

live band recording.

The NTG-1 comes complete with a heavy duty

microphone holder and a wind cover for ‘moderate’

outdoor applications. has also designed

a series of products which include ‘furry’ wind

socks (for high wind applications), pistol grips and

boom poles as well as cables and adaptors. Details

of these units are available on the website www.

rodemic.com

If you have any questions or comments, please dont

hesitate to contact us direct at info@rodemic.com

Peter Freedman

Sydney, Australia

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Specifications

Acoustic principle:

Line plus Gradient.

Directional pattern:

Super-Cardioid.

Frequency range:

20 Hz ~ 20 kHz selectable HPF

@ 80 Hz/12 dB octave

Output impedance:

50 

Signal/Noise ratio DIN/IEC 651:

76 dB (1 kHz rel. 1 Pa;

per IEC651, IEC268-15)

Equivalent noise:

18 dB SPL (per IEC651, IEC268-15)

Maximum SPL:

139 dB (@ 1% THD into 1 k )

Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 k :

-36 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal

(15 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB

(at 1 kHz in free ﬁeld into open circuit)

Dynamic range - Ampliﬁer DIN/IEC 651:

121 dB (per IEC651, IEC268-15)

Power (Supply voltage):

P48 Phantom, 44 V to 52 V

Current consumption:

3.5 mA

Output Connection:

3 pin XLR, balanced output between

pin 2 (+), pin 3 (-) and pin 1 (ground)

Weight approx.:

105 g approx. (3.37 oz.)

Features

• Broadcast sound quality.

• Low noise circuitry.

• Condenser transducer.

• Rugged metal construction.

• Low handling noise.

• Includes stand mount, zip pouch

and windshield.

• Designed and manufactured in Australia

• Full 2 year guarantee.

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dB re 1 V./Pa

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20 Hz 100 1000 10 000 20 000

Specifications cont.

Frequency range:

20 Hz ~ 20 000 Hz selectable (HPF)

@ 80 Hz 12 dB/octave.

NTG-1 Polar Pattern:

Super Cardioid - 4 KHz

NTG-1 Polar Pattern:

Super Cardioid - 1 KHz

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90˚ 270˚

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NTG-1 Polar Pattern:

Super Cardioid - 250 Hz

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Power Your NTG-1

1) The NTG-1 requires power to operate. This

is supplied via 48V phantom supply which

is available from most professional video

cameras or mixing consoles.

Mounting your NTG-1

2) The NTG-1 comes complete with a heavy

duty stand mic holder as shown in ﬁg. 1-3.

Install as shown by pushing the mic in on

an angle coming from the back. You will

notice the holder is quite ﬁrm, and this is

intentional so that the the NTG-1 will not

come out easily, which could damage

the mic.

Make sure you do not

block the slots on the

side of the mic (Fig 3) as

blocking these will affect

the sound quality and the

polar pattern (directional

qualities).

Connecting your XLR cable

3) The NTG-1 offers a balanced microphone

level output and is wired Pin 1 earth, Pin2 +

and Pin3 -. Make sure you use a high quality

low loss cable that is as short as practical to

avoid losses and distortion (ﬁg. 4-5).

fig. 1 fig. 2

fig. 4

fig. 3

fig. 5

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4) Now that you have the NTG-1 securely

fastened to your camera or mic stand,

and the audio output lead connected, you

are ready to use the mic.

The NTG-1 also incorporates a switchable

high pass ﬁlter set at 80 Hz. This is

activated by the recessed switch shown

in ﬁg. 6-7.

fig. 6 - NTG-1 Controls

fig. 7 - HPF Control

High Pass Filter

- (HPF)

Flat Response

A small screwdriver or even a pen will

work for this application. Use the high

pass ﬁlter when you wish to remove

low frequency noise that is not part of

your intended sound source. Remember

however the tonal characteristics will be

affected by this, so it is important that

you listen to the sound with and without

the HPF in circuit before deciding if it is

appropiate for the source.

NTG-1 Windshield

5) The NTG-1 comes with a foam windshield.

The windshield should be used even in

the slightest breeze as this can cause

sound interference. When using the mic

outside in heavy winds you may need to

purchase a more specialised wind shield.

RODE has a full line of accessories such as

windshields, boom poles, cable extenders

and pistol grips which will be available in

early 2005.

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6) While it may sound like a contradiction,

shotgun mics are not designed for long

distance pick up. I have heard people

ask, “How far away can this mic pickup

sound?”. Of course you can boost

the gain level on your camera and

you will hear more deﬁned sounds

over a longer distance than with

conventional microphones.

Long distance pick up microphones

include parabolic reﬂector systems and

more recently adaptive arrays using

multiple capsules and Digital Signal

Processing (DSP) technologies.

Shotgun microphones have a narrow

pick-up angle or polar response, and

so can be used to great effect with

cameras for news gathering, weddings

or sporting events.

Warranty Service

The NTG-1 is warranted for two years

from the date of purchase and the warranty

card should be used to record and register

that purchase.

The warranty covers parts and labour that

may be required to repair the microphone

during the warranty period.

The warranty excludes defects caused by

normal wear and tear, modification, shipping

damage, or failure to use the microphone as

per the instruction guide.

If you experience any problems or have any

questions regarding your microphone,

first, contact the dealer who sold it to

you. If the microphone requires factory

authorized service, that dealer will

organise return.

We have an extensive distributor/dealer

network but if you have difficulty getting

the advice or assistance you require, do not

hesitate to contact us directly or contact

your local distributor.

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Contact Details

International:

Microphones

ABN 91 000 576 483

107 Carnarvon Street

Silverwater N.S.W

2128 Australia.

P.O. Box 6685

Silverwater N.S.W

2128 Australia.

Ph: 61 2 9648-5855

Fax: 61 2 9648-2455

USA:

Microphones

P.O. Box 3279

Torrance, CA 90510-3279

Ph: 877 328 7456 (Toll free within the U.S.)

Ph: 310-328-7456

Fax: 310-328-7180

Website:

www.rodemic.com

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