Shure BETA98HC User Manual
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SPECIFICATIONS
BETA 98H/C Microphone (with preamplifier)
WB98H/C Microphone (with standard test cir-
cuit shown in Figure 1)
Dynamic Range (maximum SPL to
A-weighted noise level)
112.5 dB
132 dB (2.5 kW load)
Output Noise (equivalent SPL)
31 dB typical, A-weighted
Signal-to-noise ratio
63 dB at 94 dB SPL (IEC 651)
Polarity
Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm
produces positive voltage on pins 3 and 4 with
respect to pin 1 (ground).
Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm
produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to
pin 3 of preamplifier output connector.
Recommended Operating Voltage
5 V (pin 2 to pins 3 and 4)
11 to 52 Vdc Phantom
Environmental Conditions
Operating temperatures:
–7° C to 49° C (20° F to 120° F)
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Storage temperatures:
–29° C to +74° C (–20° F to 165° F)
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Relative Humidity:
0 to 95%
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Net Weight
Microphone w/cable and mini-connector
(TA4F): 65 g (2.3 oz.)
Microphone w/cable and preamplifier:
156 g (5.5 oz.)