| Cordless microphone is a portable gadget that | | | | consider quality, comfort, price and warranty. |
| magnifies your voice when talking or performing | | | | A good quality cordless microphone should be |
| before a crowd. This is also known as a wireless | | | | effective even in long ranges. This means the |
| microphone. It uses the same microphone | | | | wireless receiver does not get interrupted despite |
| frequency range: VHF, UHF and Giga Hertz. | | | | distance. Check the battery life. Good models |
| UHF is fixed frequency and preferred by most | | | | have batteries that last for at least 10 |
| professionals. VHF is a cheaper type yet also | | | | consecutive hours. Omni directional microphones |
| functional for all occasions. Gigahertz uses digital | | | | pick up all sides while cardioids are directional. |
| frequency like those used in phones. Digital | | | | Also choose a unit with a strong resistance to |
| transmissions use either digital hybrid or pure | | | | feedback and one that can control high sound |
| digital schemes. Some models used wideband FM | | | | pressure levels. |
| modulation. They look the same as wireless | | | | Consider getting a lightweight microphone for |
| microphones or clip on microphones. | | | | easier handling. Lightweight models usually have |
| One type of cordless microphone is the headset | | | | light batteries also. |
| type. It is lightweight so it fits perfectly the head | | | | Prices are dependent greatly on the featured |
| of the user. Another type is the cordless karaoke | | | | functions of the model. Some microphones can be |
| microphone introduced in Japan. The most popular | | | | as low as $75 only. Check your lifestyle and |
| distributors of this microphone are Radio Shack | | | | needs to make sure you purchase the right |
| and Best Buy. | | | | microphone. |
| One type of cordless is the handheld type not | | | | It is always wise to get products with a warranty. |
| connected to cables. This type is the most | | | | Most manufacturers offer 90 days warranty |
| versatile and reliable. It is similar to the normal | | | | including labor and repair. |
| microphone sans the cords. It can also be the | | | | You may discover that your microphone is not |
| lavaliere or tie clip type. This is also known as the | | | | working properly. Before contacting a technician, |
| bodypack. It is attached to clothing and connected | | | | troubleshoot the unit first. Determine if the |
| to a small transmitter thru a cable. It is clipped on | | | | transmitter and receiver have enough power. The |
| belts or pockets. | | | | battery receiver must be fully charged. |
| Some cordless microphones are suitable for | | | | Avoid the transmitter to touch directly with your |
| children and are safe to use. Others include voice | | | | skin. Check antenna damages to eliminate |
| recognition or naturally speaking software. There | | | | transmission problems. Avoid other electronic |
| are available miniature models in the market. Low | | | | devices in the area to prevent interference |
| cost models use infrared light for transmission but | | | | reception. Avoid microphone and antenna lines |
| needs direct line of sight to avoid interference. | | | | crossed to avoid interference. |
| When buying a cordless microphone, one must | | | | |