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6 Technische Daten
Arbeitsweise: Kondensatorwandler mit Permanentladung Richtcharakteristik: Niere bertragungsbereich: 80 20.000 Hz Empfindlichkeit: 35 mV/Pa (-29 dBV bez. auf 1 V/Pa) Elektrische Impedanz bei 1000 Hz: 200 Ohm Empfohlene Lastimpedanz: 2000 Ohm Grenzschalldruck fr 1% / 3% Klirrfaktor: 126 dB / 130 dB quivalentschalldruckpegel: 22 dB(A) nach IEC 60268-4 Speisespannung: Batteriespeisegert B 29 L, Phantomspeiseadapter MPA V L, AKG WMS Taschensender Stromaufnahme: ca. 2 mA Kabellnge/Steckerart: 1,5 m / Mini-XLR 3-polig Oberflche: mattschwarz Abmessungen (nur Mikrofon): Lnge: 195 mm, max. Durchm.: 134 mm Nettogewicht (Mikrofon ohne Kabel): 26 g Bruttogewicht: 260 g Dieses Produkt entspricht den in der Konformittserklrung angefhrten Normen. Sie knnen die Konformittserklrung auf http://www.akg.com oder per EMail an sales@akg.com anfordern.

Frequenzgang

Polardiagramm

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Table of Contents
Page 1 Precaution/Description. 13 1.1 Precaution. 13 1.2 Packing List. 13 1.3 Optional Accessories. 13 1.4 Brief Description. 13 1.5 Moisture Shield. Interfacing. 15 2.1 Introduction. 15 2.2 Connecting the Microphone. Using Your Microphone. 16 3.1 Mounting the Microphone Arm on the Left or Right. 16 3.2 Putting the Micorphone On. 17 3.3 Aligning the Microphone. 18 3.4 Adjusting the Microphone Arm. 18 3.5 Replacing the Moisture Shield. Cleaning. 19 4.1 Micorphone Surface. 19 4.2 Windscreen. Troubleshooting. Specifications. 21

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1 Precaution/Description
Please make sure that the piece of equipment your microphone will be connected to fulfills the safety regulations in force in your country and is fitted with a ground lead. 1.1 Precaution

1.2 Packing List

1 moisture shield
Check that the packaging contains all of the components listed above. Should anything be missing, please contact your AKG dealer. B 29 L battery power supply For more accessories visit www.akg.com or refer to the latest MicroMic brochure. 1.3 Optional Accessories 1.4 Brief Description
Fig. 1: C 555 L microphone. Refer to fig. 1.
1 Cardioid microphone for high gain before feedback. Frequency response tailored to vocal use and flute miking. 2 Shock mount reduces handling and cable noise. AKG C 555 L

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1 Description
Refer to fig. 1 on page 13. 3 Adjustable, detachable 5-inch (125-mm) gooseneck for precise microphone positioning. 4 Removable microphone arm holder for placing the microphone to the left or right of your mouth. 5 Microphone cable strain relief. For 9 to 52 V universal phantom power. 10-ft. (3-m) plug-in connecting cable with phantom power adapter with integrated 3-pin XLR connector and switchable bass rolloff (6) (-4 dB at 100 Hz). 1.5 Moisture Shield A special moisture shield on the microphone capsule makes it difficult for moisture and makeup to penetrate into the microphone. This barrier prevents the microphone sound entries from being clogged by perspiration or makeup which would make the sound dull and reduce the sensitivity of the microphone. Therefore, never remove the moisture shield from the microphone!

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2 Interfacing
The C 555 L is a condenser microphone and therefore needs a power supply. Using any power supply other than those recommended by AKG may damage your microphone and will void the warranty. 1. Plug the mini XLR connector on the microphone cable all the way into one of the two mini XLR sockets on the B 29 L, the mini XLR socket on the connecting cable of the MPA V L, or the input jack on your bodypack transmitter. The connector will lock automatically. To disconnect the cable, press the unlocking button on the mini XLR connector (1) and pull the connector (1) out of the socket. To avoid damaging the cable, never pull at the cable itself! 2. B 29 L: Connect the B 29 L to the desired input. MPA V L: Connect the MPA V L to a balanced XLR microphone input with phantom power and switch the phantom power on.
2.1 Introduction Important!
2.2 Connecting the Microphone
Disconnecting the cable: Important!

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3 Using Your Microphone
3.1 Mounting the Microphone Arm on the Left or Right As delivered, the microphone arm is fitted on the right side of the behind-the-neck headband. To mount the microphone arm on the left side of the headband:
1. Pull the microphone arm holder (2) with the microphone arm (3) from the temple piece (1) in the direction of the arrow. 2. Remove the cover (4) from the other temple piece. 3. Remove the cable from the cable holder (5). 4. Insert the microphone arm holder (2) and the cover (4) all the way into the respective wire loop below the opposite temple piece (1). (The cover (4) stabilizes the temple piece and prevents your hair from getting caught in the wire loop.) 5. Press the cable back into the cable holder (5).
Fig. 2: Removing the microphone arm. Refer to fig. 2.

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3.1 Putting the Microphone on
1. Put the behind-theneck headband on as shown in figs. 3 through 5.
Figs. 3 to 5: Putting on and tightening the headband. 2. Should the microphone fit loosely, you may bend the behind-the-neck headband and the temple pieces inward:
Fig. 6: Bending the headband and temple pieces to fit. Hold the headband or temple piece firmly at the points marked in fig. 6 and bend inward with extreme care. Check whether the microphone fits better. If it does not, bend the wire some more, again with extreme care. AKG C 555 L Refer to fig. 6.

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Note: Both the headband and temple pieces are made of spring steel wire. If you bend the wire too hard it may be extremely difficult to bend the wire back to the desired shape.
3.3 Aligning the Microphone
Fig. 7: Adjusting the gooseneck. Refer to fig. 7. 3.4 Adjusting the Microphone Arm Adjust the gooseneckso as to point the microphone at the corner of your mouth.
Fig. 8: Adjusting the microphone arm. Refer to fig. 8. 1. Unsnap the gooseneck (1) from the holder (2). 2. Snap the gooseneck (1) back into the holder (2) at the desired position.

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Never try to shift the gooseneck inside the holder. This would damage the gooseneck and/or holder.

Important!

3.5 Replacing the Moisture Shield
Fig. 9: Replacing the moisture shield. Refer to fig. 9.
If the moisture shield gets damaged, replace it with the supplied extra moisture shield as shown above.

4 Cleaning

To clean the microphone surface, use a soft cloth moistened with water. Clean the foam windscreen in mild soap suds. You can use the windscreen again as soon as it has dried. 4.1 Microphone Surface 4.2 Windscreen

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5 Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
No sound: 1. Power to mixer 1. Switch power to and/or amplifier is off. mixer or amplifier on. 2. Channel or master 2. Set channel or masfader on mixer, or volter fader on mixer or ume control on amvolume control on plifier is at zero. amplifier to desired level. 3. Connect microphone 3. Microphone is not to mixer or amplifier. connected to mixer or amplifier. 4. Cable connectors are 4. Check cable connecseated loosely. tors for secure seat. 5. Cable is defective. 5. Check cable and replace if damaged. 6. No supply voltage. 6. Switch phantom power on. Phantom power supply: connect to power outlet or insert battery (batteries). Check cable and replace if necessary. Distortion: 1. Gain control on the 1. Turn gain control mixer set too high. down CCW. 2. Mixer input sensitivity 2. Connect a 10-dB too high. preattenuation pad between microphone cable and input. Also read the transmitter and receiver manuals!

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6 Specifications
Type: Polar pattern: Frequency range: Sensitivity: Electrical Impedance at 1000 Hz: Recommended load impedance: Max. SPL for 1% / 3% THD: Equivalent noise level: Supply voltage: pre-polarized condenser microphone cardioid 80 Hz to 20,000 Hz 35 mV/Pa (-46 dBV re 1 V/Pa) 200 ohms 2000 ohms 126 dB / 130 dB 22 dB(A) to IEC 60268-4 B 29 L battery supply, MPA V L phantom power adapter, or AKG WMS bodypack transmitter Current consumption: approx. 2 mA Cable length/Connector: 1.5 m (5 ft.) / 3-pin mini XLR Finish: matte black Size (microphone only): length: 195 mm (7.7 in.); max. dia.: 134 mm (5.3 in.) Net weight (microphone l/cable): 26 g (0.9 oz.) Shipping weight: 260 g (9.2 oz.) This product conforms to the standards listed in the Declaration of Conformity. To order a free copy of the Declaration of Conformity, visit http://www.akg.com or contact sales@akg.com.

AKG Acoustics GmbH Lembckgasse 2125, A-1230 Vienna/AUSTRIA, phone: (+43-1) 86654-0* E-mail: sales@akg.com For other products and distributors worldwide visit www.akg.com
Technische nderungen vorbehalten. Specifications subject to change without notice. Ces caractristiques sont susceptibles de modifications. Ci riserviamo il diritto di effettuare modifiche tecniche. Nos reservamos el derecho de introducir modificaciones tcnicas. Especificaes sujeitas a mudanas sem aviso prvio. Printed in China (P.R.C.) on recycled paper. 12/09/9100 U 12110

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AKG Stage Microphones

Application

Standard

Advanced

Premium

Bass Drum

C 542 BL

C 4500 B-BC

C 547 BL

Snare Drum

D 77 S

Perception 170

C 451 B

C 747 V11

C 480 B / CK 61

Tom Toms Percussion

Perception 170 Perception 420

C 3000

C 4000 B

Cymbals/Hi-Hat

Perception 120 Perception 170

C 1000 S

C 391 B

C 535 EB

C 414 XLS

Home Recording

D 88 S D 770 D 22/D 11 C 430 Perception 120 Perception 170 Perception 220 Perception 420 D 5

C 2000 B

C 480 B/CK 61

Lead Vocals

D 88 S

WMS 40 PRO

Elle C

WMS 450

D 7 LTD

WMS 4500

Backing Vocals Choir

Wind Instruments

Perception 220 C 519

C 1000 S C 3000

Acoustic String Instruments

Perception 170 C 430

D 770 2x

C 430 2x

Perception 170 Perception 220

C 411+C 1000 S C 516 2x

C 391 B 2x

C 3000 2x

C 4000 B 2x
C 480 B / CK 61 C 414 XLS

Upright Bass

Perception 220
Electric Guitar Amp Bass Guitar Amp
WMS 40 PRO FLEXX Guitar Set Perception 220
WMS 40 PRO FLEXX Guitar Set Perception 220 D 40

C 414 XL II

Headphones

Microphone Guide

AKG Stereo Headphones

The New Reference

K 271 MK II

Pro-Headphones

K 171 MK II

K 240 MK II

K 141 MK II

K 181 DJ

Professional DJ Headphones

Natural Sound

All-Round Performer

Turbo-Bass

www.akg.com
AKG Acoustics GmbH Lembckgasse 2125, 1230 Vienna/AUSTRIA phone: + 86654 0, e-mail: sales@akg.com AKG Acoustics, U.S. 8400 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329, U.S.A. phone: + 920 3212, e-mail: akgusa@harman.com For other products and distributors worldwide visit www.akg.com Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Installed

Recording
AKG Installed Microphones
Theatres & Multi Purpose Halls
AKG Recording Microphones
Lavalier/Headset Ceiling Mount/Choir
Hanging Boundary Wireless

Standing/On Table

Gooseneck Boundary

Handheld

Wireless
CK 77 HC 577 L WR-L P Architectural Series C 747 V11

preferred

C 547 BL DMS 700 C 577 WR HM 1000 CK 47 C 547 BL DMS 700 Elle C D7 C 535 EB

recommended

Lead/Solo Vocals

C 12 VR

Perception 820 Perception 170 Perception 120 Perception 220 Perception 420 Tube
CK 31 MPA V L GN ESP CK 33 C 562 CM WMS 4500
Backing Vocals Choir C 562 CM WMS 4500 Elle C C5 Spoken Voice

C 417 L

CK 55 L

HM 1000

Acoustic Guitar

CGN 321 E

WMS 450 Presenter Set

MPA V L

CHM 21

WMS 450 Vocal Set

Electric Guitar Amp
Conferencing Podium / Discussions
Bass Guitar Amp C 520 L Architectural Series C 747 V11 Double Bass C 547 BL DMS 700 C 520 HM 1000 CK 47 C 547 BL DMS 700 D7 C 535 EB

Violin

C 555 L
Zither GN ESP CK 33 C 562 CM WMS 4500 MPA V L HM 1000 CK 33 C 562 CM WMS 4500 C5 Grand Piano (classic)
Upright Piano CGN 321 E C 542 BL WMS 450 Presenter Set MPA V L CHM 21 C 542 BL WMS 450 Vocal Set D5

Piano (rock & jazz)

Leisure Centers Restaurants / Clubs & Bars
C 520 L Architectural Series C 747 V11
Trumpet C 547 BL WMS 4500 PT 4500 C 520 HM 1000 CK 47 C 547 BL WMS 4500 D7 C 535 EB Trombone

C 555 L CK 31

CK 31 French Horn

GN ESP

C 562 CM

WMS 450 Headworn Set

Saxophone
Flute CGN 321 E C 542 BL WMS 40 Pro Sports Set HM 1000 CK 80 C 542 BL WMS 40 Pro Vocal Set D5 Clarinet Premium

Houses of Worship

HC 577 L Harmonica

WMS 4500 PT 4500

WMS 450 Headworn Set MPA V L
Tom Toms HM 1000 CK 33 C 562 CM WMS 450 Vocal Set Elle C C5 Cymbals

GN ESP Standard

C 417 L CK 55 L

Hi-Hat

WMS 40 Pro Sports Set

WMS 40 Pro Vocal Set

Bongos/Congas