Name: VideoMicro
Brand: RØDE
SKU: VMICRO

Question 1

What cameras don't support the VideoMicro?

Accepted Answer

The VideoMicro is extremely user-friendly as there's no switches or battery to worry about - just plug in and go. All microphones need power however, and in the case of the VideoMicro it is drawing a very small voltage commonly referred to as "plug-in power" from your camera (or recording device) via the audio cable.

Plug-in power has long been a standard for camera manufacturers, and so the VideoMicro is compatible with the vast majority of cameras in the market.

The following cameras unfortunately do not support the VideoMicro:

Nikon D7000
Canon T3/1100D
Canon C100, C300, C500
Canon VIXIA HFR500
Canon VIXIA HFG20, HFG30
Canon XA-10
Canon Vixia G10
Canon Legria HF G25

If you are experiencing issues getting your VideoMicro to operate with a camera not listed above, firstly be sure to update your camera's firmware to the latest version (available from your camera manufacturer's website). If you are still experiencing issues please get in touch with us via our support page.

Question 2

Will my RØDE VideoMic fit into the hot shoe mount of my camera?

Accepted Answer

The RØDE cold shoe adaptor is a standard size adaptor, also known as a universal shoe mount. This standard shoe is suitable for the majority of camera attachments.

If your camera has a different, or custom adaptor, please contact your camera manufacturer for information on converters to fit the universal shoe connection.

Question 3

Will the VideoMic range microphones connect to a tripod?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all of our microphones in the VideoMic range have a standard 3/8 thread built into the bottom of the cold shoe mount for connection to a boompole, mic stand or tripod.

Question 4

Why do I get a low-level noise sound when recording on my camera?

Accepted Answer

This is usually caused by the function of "Automatic Gain Control" or "AGC" on the camera.

Basically, when the camera cannot sense an audio input signal, it automatically increases the gain of the input. It is increased so much that the noise floor in the camera microphone amplifier becomes audible.

The AGC can be disabled on some cameras and it is worth checking with you camera manufacturer for information on this, which can sometimes require a firmware update to the camera.

RØDE have created the VideoMic Pro to help combat this issue, the VideoMic Pro contains a 20dB pre amplifier, boosting the mic signal so that the camera will see a good signal level and not engage its AGC.

We recommend setting your audio levels manually to achieve an optimum signal to noise ratio and disabling the AGC of the camera.

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