INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for investing in the RØDE Lavalier microphone.
Whether you’re presenting for television or live on-stage,in a 20,000 seat auditorium or in a house of worship, RØDEhas your needs covered with the reliable and discreet Lavalier.
Featuring the pure, clear audio and low handling noise thatRØDE is celebrated for, the Lavalier is built to deliver and tolast.
The included water resistant pop filter and mini-furry forhigh wind protection ensure quality recordings in adverse
environments, while the anti-trauma water resistant caseprovides rugged and secure protection for the microphone,cable and accessories.
Knowing that versatility is paramount in any product, we atRØDE have developed the MiCon™ connector system which
provides seamless integration between the Lavalier and awide range of wireless systems.
Please take the time to visit www.rode.com and register yourmicrophone for warranty.

Peter Freedman AMRØDE Microphones
Sydney, Australia-3-

F E AT U R E SERGONOMIC DESIGN• Ultra discreet appearance• Incorporated cable management system
HIGH QUALITY PERFORMANCE• Ø4.5mm (Ø0.177”) miniature microphone• Corrosion resistant stainless steel• Low handling noiseU N I V E R S A L C O M PAT I B I L I T Y• RØDE MiCon™ connector system provides seamlessintegration with a wide range of wireless systems while
maintaining discreet and unobtrusive appearance• Gold plated connections-4-

L AVA L I ER & ACC E S S O R I E S
1. RØDE Lavalier with Shielded Kevlar® reinforcedcable
2. Anti-trauma water resistant storage case
3. Water resistant pop filter
4. Mini-furry for high wind protection
5. Lapel-style cable management clip
6. Adjustment tools
7. Sanitary cleansing wipes
Compact, interchangeable MiCon™ adaptors available tosuit industry standard wireless systems*
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*MiCon™ adaptors sold separately see rode.com/lavalier for a full list of compatibility-5-5.

S PE C I F I C AT I O N S
Acoustic Principle:

Permanently polarised condenser

Directional Pattern:Omni-directional (see graph)

Frequency Range:

60 Hz ~ 18 KHz(see graph)

Output Impedence:

3k Ω TypicalSignal To Noise Ratio:

69 dB

Equivalent Noise:

25 dBA SPL(per IEC651)

Clipping SPL:

110 dB

Maximum Output:

189 mV**Sensitivity:-33.5 dB re 1 V/Pa
(21mV @ 94 dB SPL)
± 3 dB @ 1 kHz

Dynamic Range:

85 dB Typical**Power Requirements:

Min 2 V ~ Max 5 V through RØDEwireless adaptors
P48 through RØDE XLR adaptor

Output Connection:RØDE MiCon™ connector-6-

S PE C I F I C AT I O N SFREQUENCY RANGE
20dB re 1 V/Pa

100-10-20-30
20Hz

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1000

10 000

20 000

POLAR RESPONSE+5.00.0-2.0-4.0-6.0-8.0-10.0-12.0
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dB rel. 1V/Pa

Frequency:
500 Hz:1000 Hz:
4000 Hz:** Calculated from maximum SPL peak before clipping.
All measurements are calculated when powered at 5 V or P48 (RØDE XLR adaptor)-7-

M I C PL AC EM EN T
For the best performance, the Lavalier microphone should
be positioned as close as possible to the sound source,
without being subject to clothing rustle, gusts of air or dust.
Also ensure the mic is pointed as much as is convenient
towards the user’s mouth.

Position the microphone close to the sound source

At times it may be best to test different placements toprovide the optimal combination of sound quality anddiscretion.
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FIT TING AND C ABLING
To fit your Lavalier onto clothing and connect to yourwireless system, mount the Lavalier into the provided lapel
clip. Hold the clip between two fingers, with one finger
pressing down on the end of the wire loop. This will create
enough leeway to insert your Lavalier through the wire.

Press open the wire loop on the lapel clip

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FIT TING AND C ABLING
Rest the mic in the loop so that the wire encircles one of thegrooves on the mic’s body. Once you ease off your grip onthe wire, the microphone will be held securely in place.

Rest the microphone in the wire loop and release wire

To prevent tangling, clip the cable into the groove on
the lapel clip. Then the clip is ready to be attached to anappropriate part of the user’s clothing.

Clip the cable into the groove in your lapel clip- 10 -

FIT TING AND C ABLING
To connect your Lavalier to your wireless system, securelyfasten the corresponding adaptor to the other end of yourMiCon™ cable. The RØDE spanner can assist you in thisassembly.

MiCon™ CONNECTION

MiCon™ CABLE
MiCon™ ADAPTORRØDE MiCon™ cable and adaptor

The Lavalier‘s connections have been designed using theRØDE MiCon™ connector system, which provides seamlessintegration with a wide range of wireless systems, while
maintaining the mic’s discreet appearance. (MiCon™
adaptors sold separately – see rode.com/lavalier for a full listof compatibility.)
Plug the adaptor into your wireless system and you’re readyto go.
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The pop filter is an optional attachment to your Lavalierwhich reduces plosives (gusts of wind noise caused by hardsounds such as ‘p’ or ‘t’).
It is also strongly recommended you use your pop filter toprotect the Lavalier in any extreme environments which areoverly dusty or moist, to prevent damage to the mic.
To correctly fit your pop filter, slide the filter over the Lavalieruntil it reaches the first groove. Pushing the filter any further
down will result in decreased protection of the capsule.

Lavalier with pop filter- 12 -

I N C L U D E D ACC E S S O R I E SMINI-FURRY
For increased wind protection, a mini-furry windshieldis provided with the Lavalier. The windshield is ideal forsituations such as outdoor performances, where wind noise
may distort the audio quality of the mic.
To fit, simply slide the mini-furry straight over the Lavalieruntil it reaches the first groove. Ensure the fur is fluffed up in
all directions for maximum effectiveness.

Lavalier with mini-furry- 13 -

S TO R AG E & C A R E
When not in use, always keep your Lavalier in the storage
case provided. Close and snap the storage case forcomplete protection.
Inside the case, you will find a sachet of moisture absorbent
crystals. Please retain these crystals and store with theLavalier to keep the microphone in ideal condition.
Eventually this pack of crystals will need to be dried. This
is indicated by the crystals turning pink in colour. They caneasily be re-used by placing them in an oven at 100-150
degrees Celsius for approximately ten minutes. The crystals
will operate effectively again once they have turned blue.
In some cases, such as when there are multiple users of theLavalier, you may wish to sanitise the microphone and cable.
To do this, use the provided Sanitary Cleansing Wipes towipe down the Lavalier surface. You may wish to detach themicrophone from the lapel clip and cable for easier access.
Please be mindful when cleaning the Lavalier not to let any
dust or moisture into the microphone capsule.

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WA R R A N T Y / S U PP O R TAll RØDE microphones are guaranteed for one year from thedate of purchase. The Lavalier warranty may be extended toa full five year period. Extending your warranty is completely
free of charge – simply register your purchase details on theRØDE website at www.rode.com/warranty*
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 andtear, modification, shipping damage, or failure to use themicrophone as per the instruction guide.
If you experience any problem, or have any questions
regarding your microphone, first contact the dealer who soldit to you. If the microphone requires a factory authorised
service, return will be organised by that dealer. We havean extensive distributor/dealer network, but if you havedifficulty getting the advice or assistance you require, do nothesitate to contact us directly.

Technical Support: For information andtechnical support questions please visit
www.rode.com/support*subject to terms & conditions see rode.com/warranty for full details- 15 -