Is it possible to use this with VOX enabled on the radio, where this mic, if clipped near the shoulder, will pick up the voice? Or is PTT required?
644892
Sorry ... I can't tell you since my walkies have no VOX feature. With the mikes right here, somehow I doubt they'd operate that feature in your radio, they're very basic and designed for PTT.
644893
I've only used it "push to talk" but I don't think VOX is available with the speaker/mic. aside from that I'm not impressed by this speaker/mic. It seems that the speaker is not very loud - even with volume cranked to the max. Unplug the speaker/mic and internal speaker is louder.
644894
this is a PTT model only I haven't tested the Vox feature, I would use a gear set type model for Vox
2198994
Think of it as a triangle. You have your earpeice that can clip behind your collar (not always a need for this clip but there if you need it). From there you have the mic and button that runs down your shirt sleeve that also has a very much needed metal clip to attach to your shirt or jacket cuff. This gives the look of having your hand near your nose while the other hand squeezes the mic button for you to talk. The third end simply attaches to the radio and you can clip the radio to your waist or an inside jacket pocket like i do. both work well. hope this helps, cheers!
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call Shure tech support. They are very qualified. If you have only the mic iteself, which is not the item you've asked about, I think you'll learn that the mic needs 5 VDC bias current, which the preamp provides, if you have the preamp model, which this item is. The preamp terminates in a male XLR, which itself requires phantom power. You can purchase the mic itself, without the preamp, which is designed to be used with Shure body packs. You may also find that Shure makes lav mics which work with other manufacturers, avaiable on the usual mail order supply companies, which I can't name here. You probably know which ones to which I refer. call Shure tech support. They are very qualified. If you have only the mic iteself, which is not the item you've asked about, I think you'll learn that the mic needs 5 VDC bias current, which the preamp provides, if you have the preamp model, which this item is. The preamp terminates in a male XLR, which itself requires phantom power. You can purchase the mic itself, without the preamp, which is designed to be used with Shure body packs. You may also find that Shure makes lav mics which work with other manufacturers, avaiable on the usual mail order supply companies, which I can't name... » Read More call Shure tech support. They are very qualified. If you have only the mic iteself, which is not the item you've asked about, I think you'll learn that the mic needs 5 VDC bias current, which the preamp provides, if you have the preamp model, which this item is. The preamp terminates in a male XLR, which itself requires phantom power. You can purchase the mic itself, without the preamp, which is designed to be used with Shure body packs. You may also find that Shure makes lav mics which work with other manufacturers, avaiable on the usual mail order supply companies, which I can't name here. You probably know which ones to which I refer. « Show Less
1448310
I'm looking for the same thing...the mic that comes with the kw-av60bt is total crap. From the reviews, I'm thinking this might not be much better.
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YES, YOU NEED TO BUY THE BLUETOOT ADAPTER...Dual Bluetooth Hands-Free Module - Built-In Mic with Visor MountBUT IS HARD TO FIND!
659498
I have used this in my truck and having my radio on. I can hear the music on a replay but it is not loud and I personally would not use this were I need to do a lot of verbal commentary. Now, if you were to video something, then move it closer to your mouth and speak clearly into the MIC, it might work. I will try it out tonight and post something later on on how it worked.
811076
You need something that provides phantom power for this mic. It may be included in the recorder you are plugging into (or amp/speaker), but otherwise you will need a preamp for it.
841916
I use mine with a pair of Cobra radios & I do have to push the button to talk, even on VOX.
982503
You CAN have completely hands-free transmit/receive capabilities using your Bluetooth earpiece or headset. The "trick" is that you need to enable the VOX feature for transmission. VOX is a technology that senses when you are speaking (via the Bluetooth earpiece, in this case) and automatically starts transmitting until you stop speaking. It takes a bit of "fiddling" with sensitivity levels until it is 100% reliable and can accidentally be triggered by loud ambient noises. However, it does allow you full transmit/receive capability without using your hands or any other type of additional device.
2245264
Make sure it comes with right connector. (4-Pin ??) You'll need to put a battery in the microphone as well.
393501
All mics need power to operate. Some, such ans this one, get it with a battery in the mic and some use what's called a phantom power supply. This is just like most other mics that have self contained power. You should just be able to plug it in and use it. Anyway it's worth a shot. You can't really hurt the mic itself. The gain your asking about is usually provided by the software that you use to record the sound with. I use this mic primarily on my camera in place of the electret mic that it comes with, and I've never had to "Boost" the sound. Hope this helps.
400584
Yes, in vox mode and with the proper headset attached to the radio. The radio will transmit when it detects your voice. And switches to receive when you stop talking.
607539
Yes, I have a Mic sitting on my desk and it will pick up some sound from time to time, so I imagine the mod Mic will be no exception, however don't let that stop you from buying these, they are truly some of the best audio I've ever heard.
1775504
I believe rode sells a boom pole for this mic. You will need an extension cable as well to plug it in.
756400
I'm not sure if it would take the low frequencies, I think the best bet would be is to ask/email Vox themselves.
898981
J. Sampson, I have only used this Mic with my UV5R plus which is only has the dual watch function. I purchased the the dual band PTT Mic for my UV 82. Try locking the selected channel on the key pad to prevent it from going to channel B. Also try turning the dual watch feature off while in the menu mode.
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Yes I used it or pacing Central Park races. It just too much wires. I like the single in ear mic. Works well with vox