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Rode NTG4 Shotgun Microphone HDSLR Kit

User Manual for Rode NTG4 Shotgun Microphone HDSLR Kit

• Product category: Shotgun Microphones Rode
• Brand: Rode
• Description and content of package
• Technical information and basic settings
• Frequently asked questions – FAQ
• Troubleshooting (does not switch on, does not respond, error message, what do I do if...)
• Authorized service for Rode Shotgun Microphones

Product description

• Rode NTG4+ Shotgun Microphone with Digital Switches and Built-In Rechargeable Battery
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The Rode NTG4+ Shotgun Microphone with Digital Switches and Built-In Rechargeable Battery is designed for ENG, filmmaking, field recording, sound design, and broadcast applications. The microphone builds upon the success of the company's NTG1 and NTG2 microphones with an updated capsule to deliver broadcast quality sound and digital switching options for versatile field operation.
  
  Designed to be mounted on a boom, a handheld pistol grip, or atop a compact camera for run and gun style filmmaking, the microphone features a super-cardioid directional pickup pattern, a frequency range of 20 to 20,000 Hz, a sensitivity of -32 dB re 1 V/Pa, a dynamic range of 119 dB, a signal to noise-ratio of 78 dB SPL, and a maximum SPL of 135 dB from 48V phantom power (4.8 mA current draw) or the internal rechargeable lithium battery.
  
  Along the body of the microphone is a power button with LED indicator as well as three digital switching buttons with LED indicators.
  
  The first button provides a -10 dB pad on the input of the microphone to allow the recording of loud sounds without clipping.
  
  The middle button turns on a 75 Hz high pass filter which is useful for reducing low frequency and infrasonic rumble from HVAC systems indoors or street traffic outdoors from over-powering the recording.
  
  The third button is a high frequency boost. The value of the high frequency boost is in restoring some of the high frequency content that is often lost when a blimp or furry windshield is placed over the microphone. An added benefit is that the high frequency boost switch can help improve the intelligibility of recorded speech, especially useful for filmmaking and broadcast applications.
  
  The NTG4+ includes a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The battery supplies the microphone with 150 hours of phantom power, which makes the NTG4+ especially desirable for run and gun mounting atop a DSLR or mirrorless camera system that would otherwise be unable to directly provide phantom power to the microphone. It takes approximately two hours to recharge the battery to full capacity using a standard Micro USB cable connected to a portable USB power pack or a USB wall adapter that are commonly used for charging most smartphones.
  
  The microphone comes with an RM5 microphone clip, a foam windshield and a carrying pouch. The microphone also comes with a Micro USB cable.
  -10 dB Pad
  • Attenuates the microphone input to allow for the recording of loud sounds without clipping
  75 Hz High Pass Filter
  • Reduces low frequency and infrasonic rumble from HVAC systems indoors or street traffic outdoors from over-powering the recording
  High Frequency Boost
  • Restores some of the high frequency content that is often lost when a blimp or furry windshield is placed over the microphone and improves the intelligibility of recorded speech
  Setting Memory
  • Recalls the digital switch settings when the microphone is powered on and off
  UPC: 698813004164
• Auray DUSM-1 Universal Shock Mount for Camera Shoes and Boompoles
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The Auray DUSM-1 Universal Shockmount features a four-point suspension to accommodate shotgun and other cylindrical microphones measuring 0.74-0.98" (19-25mm) in diameter. The shockmount is easily angled with its rubberized adjustment knob. There is a built-in shoe for camera mounting, and a 3/8"-16 thread connection at the base mounts the shockmount to boompoles and universal hand-grips. UPC: 847628562776
• Rode WS6 Deluxe Windshield for the NTG2, NTG1, NTG4, and NTG4+ Microphones
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The Rode WS6 Deluxe Windshield provides excellent noise protection against high wind and adverse weather conditions. The slip-on design of the WS6 features dimensions that accommodate the Rode NTG4, NTG4+, NTG2 and NTG1 microphones; as well as any shotgun or stereo mic with a length of 6.25" (160.5mm) and diameter of 0.88" (22.5mm). UPC: 698813001286
• Auray ABP-47B Aluminum Telescoping Boom Pole with Integrated XLR Cable (7')
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The ABP-47B Aluminum Telescoping Boom Pole with Integrated XLR Cable from Auray is designed to accommodate Electronic News Gathering (ENG), Electronic Field Production (EFP), documentary, and other field recording applications. Adjustable from about 2 to 7', it allows you to place a microphone in close proximity to the subject, while remaining at a distance and out of the frame.
  
  Auray ABP poles are manufactured with sturdy lightweight aluminum ensuring portability and reliability. Ergonomic twist locks along with anti-twist alignment make length adjustment effortless, and smooth telescoping is assured even in the most challenging conditions in the field.
  
  The high-quality coiled cable features an XLR connector and an XLR insert connector that provide secure connections and excellent signal transfer. This cable also features a unique strain relief system that absorbs tension, secures the cable, and protects the cable from damage at the edge of the tip exit. To see a complete list of Auray's selection of boom poles, please click hereaysbxwxazytyyzfdcywf.
  Coiled XLR Cable
  • The integrated coiled XLR cable smoothly extends and retracts with the telescoping tubes
  Rean XLR Connector
  • Rean XLR connector manufactured by Rean, a trademark of Neutrik
  Versatile
  • The ABP boom poles are Ideal for distance microphone placement during ENG and EFP recording projects
  Sturdy and Lightweight
  • Each boom pole is manufactured with sturdy lightweight aluminum for portability and reliability
  Smooth Telescoping
  • The ABP boom pole allows for smooth telescoping for easy expansion and length adjustment even in extreme conditions during road use
  Twist Locks
  • The ergonomic twist locks are comfortable to grip and facilitate fast and effortless length adjustment
  Removable Tip
  • Custom removable tip and drop-through design for replacing the coiled XLR cable fast and easy, without the need of any special tools
  UPC: 847628571242
• Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to Angled XLR F Microphone Cable - 20' (6.1 m), Black
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The black Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to Angled XLR F Microphone Cable (20') is designed to be an extremely quiet and flexible cable that is ideal for the most demanding live sound and performance applications. The cable is engineered to be durable and to provide protection against EMI, RFI, and static noise.
  
  Premium Performance 3000 Series cables are made from 24 AWG OFC copper wire that's wrapped with PE insulation and a conductive PVC inner shield. A cotton-yarn inner layer helps reduce electrostatic and microphonic noise. 95% dual-spiral shielding makes the cable resistant to EMI and RFI noise. The Neutrik XX silver connectors provide a high level of connectivity, and all the solder connections are shrink-wrapped for protection.
  • 95% dual-spiral shielding offers protection from EMI and RFI noise.
  • Twin-conductive PVC inner shielding provides 100% coverage of the core conductor. It helps keep the cable's signal from radiating and affecting nearby cables, and also helps prevent external EMI from penetrating to the cable's core.
  • 24 AWG oxygen-free stranded copper inner core provides the best possible conductivity.
  • Cotton yarn reduces electrostatic and microphonic noise.
  • All solder points shrink-wrapped for protection.
  • Neutrik XX silver connectors offer high conductivity.
  • Caged type contact and improved ground contact.
  UPC: 847628558298
• Kopul LMT100 - Low to High Impedance Matching Transformer (1.5')
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The Kopul LMT100 cable simply enables a microphone or mic-level device to be input into a high-impedance 3.5mm mini input found on DSLRs, camcorders, and other devices. It is 1.5' long and has a 3-pin XLR female connector on one end and a standard 3.5mm mini plug on the other. It is designed for use with mono microphones.
  • Matches low-impedance XLR output to high-impedance 1/8" (3.5mm) audio input
  • Ideal for plugging professional XLR microphones into DSLRs, camcorders, and other devices with a 1/8˝ microphone input
  • For use with battery-powered and dynamic microphones
  • Designed for a mono source, but will split the signal to both channels of a stereo device
  UPC: 847628562615
• Auray Neoprene Boompole Bag for 34" Closed Boompole with Shotgun Mic and Softie
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The Auray Neoprene Boompole Bag for 34" Closed Boompole with Shotgun Mic and Softie is a case designed to hold up to a 34" closed boompole with shotgun microphone, softie, and shock mount. Its interior end cap is strengthened to protect the bag from punctures. It features a zipper closure with protective interior lining to prevent snags and scratches. The bag is built with an interior pocket for accessories that opens or closes with hook and loop fasteners. An adjustable shoulder strap is included with a nametag holder. UPC: 847628562790
• Auray Universal Microphone Pistol Grip
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The Auray Universal Microphone Pistol Grip is a handheld grip that features an ergonomic cushioned handle. This grip is great in "run & gun" situations in which a boom pole would be cumbersome, and in video scenarios in which the cameraman is also responsible for audio recording. The grip can be held with one hand, as opposed to a boom pole which requires two. It also provides the option of being able to record audio from a different direction than the camera is pointing, an advantage over camera mounting the mic. Furthermore, having the mic mounted off the camera prevents it from picking up motor noise from the lens focusing.
  
  In addition, the grip features standard 3/8" threads on both ends. This allows you to attach your shotgun mic (with shockmount) to one end of the grip and mount the other end to a boom pole. This gives you the flexibility of being able to quickly detach the pistol grip and the attached shotgun mic from the boom, an option that can come in handy for entering areas that are too small for a boom pole. UPC: 847628562738
• Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to Angled XLR F Microphone Cable - 1.5' (0.45 m), Black
  • Quick Look: Rode NTG4 & NTG4+
  • Introducing the NTG4 and NTG4+ Shotgun Microphones
  The black Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to Angled XLR F Microphone Cable (1.5') is designed to be an extremely quiet and flexible cable that is ideal for the most demanding live sound and performance applications. The cable is engineered to be durable and to provide protection against EMI, RFI, and static noise.
  
  Premium Performance 3000 Series cables are made from 24 AWG OFC copper wire that's wrapped with PE insulation and a conductive PVC inner shield. A cotton-yarn inner layer helps reduce electrostatic and microphonic noise. 95% dual-spiral shielding makes the cable resistant to EMI and RFI noise. The Neutrik XX silver connectors provide a high level of connectivity, and all the solder connections are shrink-wrapped for protection.
  • 95% dual-spiral shielding offers protection from EMI and RFI noise.
  • Twin-conductive PVC inner shielding provides 100% coverage of the core conductor. It helps keep the cable's signal from radiating and affecting nearby cables, and also helps prevent external EMI from penetrating to the cable's core.
  • 24 AWG oxygen-free stranded copper inner core provides the best possible conductivity.
  • Cotton yarn reduces electrostatic and microphonic noise.
  • All solder points shrink-wrapped for protection.
  • Neutrik XX silver connectors offer high conductivity.
  • Caged type contact and improved ground contact.
  UPC: 847628558229

• NTG4+ Shotgun Microphone with Digital Switches and Built-In Rechargeable Battery aysbxwxazytyyzfdcywf
• RM5 Microphone Clip
• Foam Windshield
• Carrying Pouch
• Micro USB Recharging Cable
• Limited 10-Year Warranty with Online Registration

• Auray - DUSM-1 Universal Shock Mount for Camera Shoes and Boompoles

• WS6 Deluxe Windshield for the NTG2, NTG1, NTG4, and NTG4+ Microphones

• Auray - ABP-47B Aluminum Telescoping Boom Pole with Integrated XLR Cable (7')

• Kopul - Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to Angled XLR F Microphone Cable - 20' (6.1 m), Black

• Kopul - LMT100 - Low to High Impedance Matching Transformer (1.5')

• Auray - Neoprene Boompole Bag for 34" Closed Boompole with Shotgun Mic and Softie

• Auray - Universal Microphone Pistol Grip

• Kopul - Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to Angled XLR F Microphone Cable - 1.5' (0.45 m), Black

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Technical parameters

• Rode NTG4+ Shotgun Microphone with Digital Switches and Built-In Rechargeable Battery

  Acoustic Principle	Line gradient
  Directional Pattern	Super-cardioid
  Frequency Range	20 to 20,000 Hz (selectable HPF at 75 Hz)
  Sensitivity	-32 dB re 1V/Pa (25 mV at 94 dB SPL) ± 2 dB at 1,000 Hz.
  Output Impedance	200 ohm
  Equivalent Noise	16 dBA SPL (per IEC651)
  Maximum Output	7 dBu (at 1 kHz, 1% THD into 1 kOhm)
  Dynamic Range	119 dB (per IEC651)
  Maximum SPL	135 dB
  Signal to Noise Ratio	78 dB SPL (per IEC651)
  Battery	150 hours of phantom power on a 2-hour charge
  Output Connection	3-pin XLR, balanced output between Pin 2 (+), Pin 3 (-) and Pin 1 (ground)
  Dimensions	0.87 x 10.94" (22.00 x 278.00 mm)
  Weight	6.21 oz (176.00 g)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	13.2 x 5.2 x 2.7"

• Auray DUSM-1 Universal Shock Mount for Camera Shoes and Boompoles

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	4.65 x 3.2 x 2.65"

• Rode WS6 Deluxe Windshield for the NTG2, NTG1, NTG4, and NTG4+ Microphones

  Compatible Mic Diameter	0.82 to 0.88" / 21 to 22.5 mm
  Inner Depth	6.25" / 160.5 mm
  Material	Faux Fur
  Weight	1.76 oz / 50 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	11.7 x 5.6 x 3.2"

• Auray ABP-47B Aluminum Telescoping Boom Pole with Integrated XLR Cable (7')

  Sections	4
  Minimum Length	2.3' (0.7 m)
  Maximum Length	7.3' (2.2 m)
  Weight	1.45 lb. (0.66 kg)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	31.0 x 2.8 x 1.5"

• Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to Angled XLR F Microphone Cable - 20' (6.1 m), Black

  Connector 1	3-Pin XLR Male
  Connector 2	3-Pin XLR Female Right-Angle
  Cable Length	20' / 6.1 m
  Shielding	95% Spiral
  Conductor Material	Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC)
  Number of Conductors	2
  Wire Gauge	24 AWG
  Contact Plating	Silver
  Jacket Type	Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  Insulation Type	Polyethylene

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	7.0 x 3.2 x 2.6"

• Kopul LMT100 - Low to High Impedance Matching Transformer (1.5')

  Connectors

  XLR to 1/8" (3.5 mm)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	4.1 x 0.6 x 0.1"

• Auray Neoprene Boompole Bag for 34" Closed Boompole with Shotgun Mic and Softie

  Material	Neoprene
  Type of Closure	Zipper with protective lining
  Dimensions (LxWxD)	36 x 6 x 2" (91.4 x 15.5 x 5.5 cm)
  Weight	15 oz (454 g)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	39.0 x 7.8 x 1.0"

• Auray Universal Microphone Pistol Grip

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.1 x 2.8 x 1.7"

• Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to Angled XLR F Microphone Cable - 1.5' (0.45 m), Black

  Connector 1	3-Pin XLR Male
  Connector 2	3-Pin XLR Female Right-Angle
  Cable Length	1.5' / 0.45 m
  Shielding	95% Spiral
  Conductor Material	Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC)
  Number of Conductors	2
  Wire Gauge	24 AWG
  Contact Plating	Silver
  Jacket Type	Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  Insulation Type	Polyethylene

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	4.8 x 3.1 x 0.9"

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