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| SKU | OPTOGATE PB-05 MUTE |
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| Colour | Black |
| Warranty | Yes |
Optogate PB-05M - Automatic Microphone Volume Gate
Availability
1 Available in Newcastle Store
Optogate Automatic Microphone Noise Gate
The OPTOGATE (PB-05M and PB-05D) is automatic microphone gate unit which is based on the latest optical technology. The OPTOGATEONLINE.COM is plugged between microphone and cable and is equipped with an infrared sensor. The OPTOGATEONLINE.COM senses if someone is in front of the microphone and will switch on the microphone. The distance can be adjusted via a trim pot from approximately 6 to 48 inches. The microphone will be switched off automatically if nobody is in front of it. A red status LED indicates if the microphone is switched on. The OPTOTGATE works with 24 - 48 Volt phantom power. The phantom power passes to the microphone so that you can use a condenser or dynamic microphone. A small push button on the top allows the user to toggle between "Mic On Always/Bypass Mode" and "Optogate Enabled/Gating enabled". Turning phantom power off to the mic bypasses the OPTOGATEONLINE.COM and allows the mic signal to pass through the unpowered unit.
The OPTOGATE is ideal for lead and backing vocal mics, acoustical instruments and talk back mics. The OPTOGATEONLINE.COM is the best and easiest solution for the most common problems in live applications. It eliminates unwanted background noise of other instruments into unused microphones on stage. The clarity of your mix and the dynamics (both on stage and in the audience) will be dramatically increased due to reduced phase cancellation and reduced unwanted background noise. The useable headroom of you monitors and FOH reinforcement amps will be greatly increased. You will also reduce the possibility of feedback from unused mics and increase your gain feedback.
Optogate automatic mic gate Features:
- Turns off your mic automatically via infrared when you are not using it!
- No false audio triggers!
- Set the distance and go!
- Eliminate unwanted sound from going to your mix, monitors, and mains!
- Excellent for in-ear monitors and very loud stage environments!
- Your sound will be better than EVER before!
- Your amps will sound better!
- Your ears and your Audiences will thank you! You will not be able to live without it anymore.
Specifications:
| Size PB-05 & PB-07: | 2.7 inches length x 1.4 inches height x .8 inches width |
| Connectors:s | XLR 3-pin (1 = gnd, 2 = plus, 3 = minus) |
| Case construction: | Aircraft-aluminium, black galvanizedl |
| Distance | Adjustable between 6 - 48 inches (depending of the type of reflection surface) |
| Angle | + / - 10 degrees |
| Switching noise: | Immeasurable |
| Frequency responses | 0 Hz - 30kHz, - 3 dB at 150 Ohm |
| Signal noise ratio: | -114 dB / -122 dB, Mic on / off, 150 Ohm Mic. |
| Distortion | < 0,05 % with 100mV signal |
| Delaytime mic on: | < 0,2 Sec |
| Delaytime mic off: | ca. 1 Sec |
| Attenuation "mic on": | 0 dB |
| Attenuation "mic off": | -16 dB or -42 dB in connection with 150 Ohm mics, depending of the model |
| Usable types of microphones: | All type of dynamic - and phantom powered mics up to 10 mA current consumption |
| Maximum input level: | 3 dB (1,1V) |
| Operating temperature: | 32 - 131 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Background light range: | 0 - 20000 Lux daylight and 0 - 12000 Lux electric bulblight |
| Distance measurement: | Active infrared reflection principle with 3 bit code |
| Power: | 24-48 V Phantom power (passes phantom power to the microphone) |
| Current consumption: | ca. 3.7 mA |
The Optogates work with 48V phantom power. Just switch on the 48V on the console and the Optogate is active. The phantom power passes through the Optogate and to the microphone. If you use dynamic mics you can "remote control" the unit with the phantom power switch. The microphone is switched on when the phantom power is switched off. Before turning on or off the phantom power please mute the channel in order to prevent switching noise.
You have already found 3 LED devices on one side, depending on what model you choose. The middle device is a red status LED. It indicates if somebody is in front of the unit and the microphone is switched on. The outer LED’s are the infrared transmitter and the receiver. The transmitter will send 16 pulses per second if the phantom power is switched on. The Optogate will switch the mic on if there is any signal reflected from a surface back to the receiver. The receiver uses a small code in order to reduce false triggering from random infrared signals on the stage like par cans, moving lights etc.
The distance from the mic to the performer in which the unit opens and closes is adjustable with the help of a 12-turn spindle potentiometer inside. On all units the distance will increase by turning the pot to the right for a maximum distance of about 4 feet and will decrease the distance by turning the pot to the left. Please be aware that some dark materials are not able to reflect infrared signals back very well, which in turn might decrease the distance. Please experiment with the potentiometer to fine-tune the distance together with the performer before using live. It also would be helpful to have your show lighting active while adjusting. The width of the sensor is about 15 degrees wide from the unit. The mic will be switched off if the artist moves out of this angle.
When you turn the pot to the left eventually you will hear a light click of a spring. You cannot overturn the pot. You are now at the shortest distance range. When you start to turn the pot clockwise, you will find that the distance range will change very slowly in the first few turns. After a few turns, the distance will change more rapidly until you reach the maximum range. If you turn the potentiometer clockwise (right) out of the useable area, the mic will be switched on completely. If this happens, just turn the pot slightly to the left until the Optogate works again.
We suggest that the engineer work with each performer to explain the operation of the unit and then set the range of the Optogate to fit his or her mic technique and stage set-up. As a rule the closer the performer is to the mic, the better the results will be due to eliminating the concert lighting variables.
The Optogates work well with dynamic mics and condenser mics up to 10 mA. You may find out that the switch off time of the indicator led can be a bit different from the real audio switch time depending of the mic type. A small pwm routine in the Optogate is responsible for it in order to prevent switching noise. The spindle pot will cover a wide range of mics. The distance range of the Optogate can change a bit when the ambient light changes. Like every other infrared device on the market the Optogate units do not work correctly if direct sunlight or other very high power infrared signals hits the sensor. That is in the "nature" of the infrared technology due to the random high power infrared spectrum in the sunlight. You can try it with your remote control of your home sound system. No infrared sensor of CD-players, TV’s etc. will work in direct sunlight. If direct sunlight hits the sensor of the Optogate the distance will decrease until the mic will be switched off. The unit will work again if somebody moves between the sun and the sensor. Normally you can use the Optogates on almost every open-air stage without any problems. It is always a good idea to check the range of your Optogates when changing venues, especially outdoors with direct sunlight.
If you would like to assemble a plastic clip on your PB-07 you can use a 4 mm screw up to 5 mm inside of the PB-07 case. Do not use longer screws as to prevent touching the connectors and damaging them.
If you use a console with less than 48V phantom power or if your condenser mic needs more than 10 mA then just send the Optogate to us and we will modify it to work with your equipment, without any cost.
The Optogate devices were developed for use with professional equipment and should be used by only professional system engineers and operators. Please be aware that we are not responsible for any hazards or damages due to the using of the Optogate devices. The Optogate devices are registered under the number DE54933725 WEEE as B2B devices. We also declare that they conform to the CE and ROHS for the European market.
Important Notice
Please allow a few extra days for delivery as our couriers & Australia Post are experiencing higher than normal parcel volumes due to COVID 19
Ordering
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Just email us a link to the cheaper product and we will match or beat it for you (Prices valid for 48 hours) The Musos Corner Price Match option only applies when comparing identical products in the same condition, where payment is made in full by cash, eftpos or credit card. It is subject to verification and does not apply to ebay, american or overseas sites (come on guys), global sounds, grey importers, bulk buy discounts or site licence prices apply or to prices of other sellers that are available for less than one week. Price Match does not apply if retailers are out of stock or if Musos Corner is out of stock of the product in question. Shipping is also generally not included with the Price Match, that said we will always endeavour to pass on the very best price we possibly can.
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In this industry our suppliers can often change their prices quickly and without notice. Sometimes the website or the store will not accurately represent these price changes and sometimes there may be genuine pricing errors due to either technical or human error. In these instances we are not bound by the information offered in error and may not be able to honor the incorrect price, but we will explain the error to you and do everything we can to pass on the best possible deal.
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We certainly do in store, for an online lay-by each one is selected upon its own merrits with a 50% Deposit if approved. For in store Lay-bys: 20% Deposit, followed by weekly or fortnightly payments for 8 weeks. If cancelled, a 20% of RRP Fee will incurr.
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We have found it to be much quicker & easier to have all items sent to a business address where someone will be present.
Can I ask for the courier to leave the goods at my door?
Whilst it Is possible, we highly recommend that you do not do it. All freight warranty & insurance will be void. Only do so at your own risk, if someone steals it, Musos Corner & The freight company will not be held accountable.
If you will not be able to take the delivery, it might be worth asking a friend or neighbour to take delivery of it for you.
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Unfortunately as often as we request this, we get denied as many times. No courier or Australia post worker will call you prior to delivery despite any bribes we may try and offer.
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