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{"id":110091206683,"title":"Pettersson M500 Microphone","handle":"pettersson-m500-microphone","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Full-spectrum Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batsound.com\/product\/batsound-touch-lite\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload BatSound Touch Lite software\u003c\/a\u003e for this microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eThe Pettersson M500 is a small, USB-powered ultrasonic microphone housed in durable, black aluminum enclosure. Utilizing the same advanced electret microphone technology as the D500x detector, the M500 can be used both in directional and omnidirectional modes (with or without the directional horn). The microphone features low-noise technology, high sampling frequency and has an efficient anti-aliasing filter to provide the highest quality recordings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"style644\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed at all \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.batsurveysolutions.com\/\" class=\"item1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBat Survey Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e and SonoBat workshops for quickly recording full spectrum voucher calls on tablets and smartphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eExtremely high quality sound; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style373\"\u003ethe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style373\"\u003eSonoBat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style373\"\u003e classifier was built using this family of microphones\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperb Petterson quality control \u0026amp; consistency between units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest value of any USB powered bat detector microphone available anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/pages\/typesofbatdetectors\" title=\"types of bat detectors\"\u003eLearn more about the different types of bat detectors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with BatSound Touch and SonoBat Live (M500-384 only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e384 version compatible with Android and iOS smartphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batsound.com\/product\/batsound-touch-lite\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBatSound Touch Lite\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style251\"\u003e (free download)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/collections\/sonobat-software\" title=\"SonoBat Bat Call Analysis Software\"\u003eSonoBatLIVE\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.digitalbiology.audio\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Bat Recorder Android app\"\u003eBat Recorder Android app\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/products\/transect-app-for-visualizing-mobile-transect-data\" title=\"Myotisoft Transect\"\u003eMyotisoft Transect\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/collections\/sonobat-software\" title=\"SonoBat Bat Call Analysis Software\"\u003eSonoBat Bat Call Analysis software\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca title=\"how bats use ultrasound\" href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/pages\/howbatsuseultrasound\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/pages\/howbatsuseultrasound\"\u003eLearn more about how bats use ultrasound.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe M500 is ideal for:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eEducation programs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eProfessional voucher call library building\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eProfessional active monitoring and selective recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eMobile transects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eProfessional short term passive recording where a tablet\/netbook may be deployed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eMicrophone may be extended over 40' using an inexpensive USB active extension (some tablets may not allow this extension)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style1435\"\u003eHighly flexible with many software and platform choices:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"style1426\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eWindows 8 or higher Capture Software: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSonoBat Live*, BatSound Touch Lite, BatSound Touch, SoundChaser, Audacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinux Capture Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Audacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eMac OS X Capture Software:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e SonoBat Live*, Audacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAndroid Capture Software*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.digitalbiology.audio\u0026amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBat Recorder\u003c\/a\u003e, USB Bat Detector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eiOS Capture Software*:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultrasonic Analyzer (using the Apple Camera Adapter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eBat Call Analysis Software:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e any software accepting full spectrum .wav files (SonoBat, \u003cspan class=\"style1432\"\u003eKaleidoscope\u003c\/span\u003e PRO) or EchoClass and BCID when files are downsampled to zero-cross data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style1436\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* requires the M500-384 model or an existing M500 which has been changed to the 384 version via a firmware change\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eWhy choose Pettersson?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eLess than 1% of all M500 microphones ever sold have ever been returned for refurbishment.\u003c\/em\u003e When you are conducting serious, time sensitive research, count on Pettersson equipment having more uptime than other detector platforms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003eAvailability changes rapidly, allow 2 business days to ship if in stock and up to 3 weeks if backordered; email sales@batmanagement.com for current \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#38761d\" style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eestimate\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrophone: Advanced electret\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSampling frequency: 384 kHz or 500 kHz (500 kHz may require additional ship time)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eADC resolution: 16 bits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequency range: 10 kHz - 160 kHz (up to 250 kHz for 500 kHz version)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterface: USB 2.0, full speed, OTG\/host\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable: A very short USB Mini B Male to USB A for connecting into a laptop is included. \u003cspan face=\"Lato, HelveticaNeue, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif\" color=\"#282727\" style=\"color: #282727; font-family: Lato, HelveticaNeue, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BCM recommends a 15’ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eUSB Mini B Male to USB A male for extending the mic overhead (purchase from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B08R6VTFPM\/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAmazon\u003c\/a\u003e, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAdditional length can be obtained by chaining some number of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B005LJKEXS\/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUSB A Active Extension cables.\u003c\/a\u003e These are offered in various lengths but are susceptible to water damage. We tend to only get 30’ lengths so if one goes bad they are cheaper to replace. USB 2 is fine, the microphone doesn’t work any different on USB 3.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnector: USB Mini B female on microphone. Use Male USB Mini B-to your device\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnti-aliasing filter: 8th order, 160 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 43 x 114 x 13 mm (incl microphone horn)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 60 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower: USB powered\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-21T13:03:22-04:00","created_at":"2017-09-21T13:16:56-04:00","vendor":"Pettersson Elektronik","type":"Bat Detector","tags":["Active","Passive","USB"],"price":44900,"price_min":44900,"price_max":44900,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":1176471633947,"title":"384 kHz (SonoBatLIVE\/smartphone\/tablets\/laptop\/everything)","option1":"384 kHz (SonoBatLIVE\/smartphone\/tablets\/laptop\/everything)","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"PTM500-384","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Pettersson M500 Microphone - 384 kHz (SonoBatLIVE\/smartphone\/tablets\/laptop\/everything)","public_title":"384 kHz (SonoBatLIVE\/smartphone\/tablets\/laptop\/everything)","options":["384 kHz (SonoBatLIVE\/smartphone\/tablets\/laptop\/everything)"],"price":44900,"weight":136,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-170,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]},{"id":1176471601179,"title":"500 kHz (laptop based software only)","option1":"500 kHz (laptop based software only)","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"PTM500","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Pettersson M500 Microphone - 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Utilizing the same advanced electret microphone technology as the D500x detector, the M500 can be used both in directional and omnidirectional modes (with or without the directional horn). The microphone features low-noise technology, high sampling frequency and has an efficient anti-aliasing filter to provide the highest quality recordings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"style644\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed at all \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.batsurveysolutions.com\/\" class=\"item1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBat Survey Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e and SonoBat workshops for quickly recording full spectrum voucher calls on tablets and smartphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eExtremely high quality sound; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style373\"\u003ethe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style373\"\u003eSonoBat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style373\"\u003e classifier was built using this family of microphones\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperb Petterson quality control \u0026amp; consistency between units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest value of any USB powered bat detector microphone available anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/pages\/typesofbatdetectors\" title=\"types of bat detectors\"\u003eLearn more about the different types of bat detectors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with BatSound Touch and SonoBat Live (M500-384 only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e384 version compatible with Android and iOS smartphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batsound.com\/product\/batsound-touch-lite\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBatSound Touch Lite\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style251\"\u003e (free download)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/collections\/sonobat-software\" title=\"SonoBat Bat Call Analysis Software\"\u003eSonoBatLIVE\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.digitalbiology.audio\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Bat Recorder Android app\"\u003eBat Recorder Android app\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/products\/transect-app-for-visualizing-mobile-transect-data\" title=\"Myotisoft Transect\"\u003eMyotisoft Transect\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/collections\/sonobat-software\" title=\"SonoBat Bat Call Analysis Software\"\u003eSonoBat Bat Call Analysis software\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca title=\"how bats use ultrasound\" href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/pages\/howbatsuseultrasound\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/batmanagement.com\/pages\/howbatsuseultrasound\"\u003eLearn more about how bats use ultrasound.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe M500 is ideal for:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eEducation programs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eProfessional voucher call library building\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eProfessional active monitoring and selective recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eMobile transects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eProfessional short term passive recording where a tablet\/netbook may be deployed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eMicrophone may be extended over 40' using an inexpensive USB active extension (some tablets may not allow this extension)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style1435\"\u003eHighly flexible with many software and platform choices:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"style1426\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eWindows 8 or higher Capture Software: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSonoBat Live*, BatSound Touch Lite, BatSound Touch, SoundChaser, Audacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinux Capture Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Audacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eMac OS X Capture Software:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e SonoBat Live*, Audacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAndroid Capture Software*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.digitalbiology.audio\u0026amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBat Recorder\u003c\/a\u003e, USB Bat Detector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eiOS Capture Software*:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultrasonic Analyzer (using the Apple Camera Adapter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style47\"\u003eBat Call Analysis Software:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e any software accepting full spectrum .wav files (SonoBat, \u003cspan class=\"style1432\"\u003eKaleidoscope\u003c\/span\u003e PRO) or EchoClass and BCID when files are downsampled to zero-cross data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style1436\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* requires the M500-384 model or an existing M500 which has been changed to the 384 version via a firmware change\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003eWhy choose Pettersson?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style310\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eLess than 1% of all M500 microphones ever sold have ever been returned for refurbishment.\u003c\/em\u003e When you are conducting serious, time sensitive research, count on Pettersson equipment having more uptime than other detector platforms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003eAvailability changes rapidly, allow 2 business days to ship if in stock and up to 3 weeks if backordered; email sales@batmanagement.com for current \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#38761d\" style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: #38761d;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eestimate\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrophone: Advanced electret\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSampling frequency: 384 kHz or 500 kHz (500 kHz may require additional ship time)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eADC resolution: 16 bits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequency range: 10 kHz - 160 kHz (up to 250 kHz for 500 kHz version)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterface: USB 2.0, full speed, OTG\/host\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable: A very short USB Mini B Male to USB A for connecting into a laptop is included. \u003cspan face=\"Lato, HelveticaNeue, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif\" color=\"#282727\" style=\"color: #282727; font-family: Lato, HelveticaNeue, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BCM recommends a 15’ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eUSB Mini B Male to USB A male for extending the mic overhead (purchase from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B08R6VTFPM\/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAmazon\u003c\/a\u003e, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAdditional length can be obtained by chaining some number of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B005LJKEXS\/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUSB A Active Extension cables.\u003c\/a\u003e These are offered in various lengths but are susceptible to water damage. We tend to only get 30’ lengths so if one goes bad they are cheaper to replace. USB 2 is fine, the microphone doesn’t work any different on USB 3.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnector: USB Mini B female on microphone. Use Male USB Mini B-to your device\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnti-aliasing filter: 8th order, 160 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 43 x 114 x 13 mm (incl microphone horn)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 60 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower: USB powered\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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$449.00
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Lightweight Full-spectrum Power

Download BatSound Touch Lite software for this microphone

The Pettersson M500 is a small, USB-powered ultrasonic microphone housed in durable, black aluminum enclosure. Utilizing the same advanced electret microphone technology as the D500x detector, the M500 can be used both in directional and omnidirectional modes (with or without the directional horn). The microphone features low-noise technology, high sampling frequency and has an efficient anti-aliasing filter to provide the highest quality recordings.

 Learn more about how bats use ultrasound.

The M500 is ideal for:

  • Education programs
  • Professional voucher call library building
  • Professional active monitoring and selective recording
  • Mobile transects
  • Professional short term passive recording where a tablet/netbook may be deployed
  • Microphone may be extended over 40' using an inexpensive USB active extension (some tablets may not allow this extension)

Highly flexible with many software and platform choices:

  • Windows 8 or higher Capture Software: SonoBat Live*, BatSound Touch Lite, BatSound Touch, SoundChaser, Audacity
  • Linux Capture Software: Audacity
  • Mac OS X Capture Software: SonoBat Live*, Audacity
  • Android Capture Software*: Bat Recorder, USB Bat Detector
  • iOS Capture Software*: Ultrasonic Analyzer (using the Apple Camera Adapter)
  • Bat Call Analysis Software: any software accepting full spectrum .wav files (SonoBat, Kaleidoscope PRO) or EchoClass and BCID when files are downsampled to zero-cross data.

* requires the M500-384 model or an existing M500 which has been changed to the 384 version via a firmware change

Why choose Pettersson?

Less than 1% of all M500 microphones ever sold have ever been returned for refurbishment. When you are conducting serious, time sensitive research, count on Pettersson equipment having more uptime than other detector platforms.

Availability changes rapidly, allow 2 business days to ship if in stock and up to 3 weeks if backordered; email sales@batmanagement.com for current estimate

 

Specifications

Microphone: Advanced electret

Sampling frequency: 384 kHz or 500 kHz (500 kHz may require additional ship time)

ADC resolution: 16 bits

Frequency range: 10 kHz - 160 kHz (up to 250 kHz for 500 kHz version)

Interface: USB 2.0, full speed, OTG/host

Cable: A very short USB Mini B Male to USB A for connecting into a laptop is included.  BCM recommends a 15’ USB Mini B Male to USB A male for extending the mic overhead (purchase from Amazon, etc.)

Additional length can be obtained by chaining some number of USB A Active Extension cables. These are offered in various lengths but are susceptible to water damage. We tend to only get 30’ lengths so if one goes bad they are cheaper to replace. USB 2 is fine, the microphone doesn’t work any different on USB 3.

Connector: USB Mini B female on microphone. Use Male USB Mini B-to your device

Anti-aliasing filter: 8th order, 160 kHz

Size: 43 x 114 x 13 mm (incl microphone horn)

Weight: 60 g

Power: USB powered


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Tax Exempt Businesses/Organizations in PA only: create an account here: https://batmanagement.com/account/register  and then email us with your account name, order items quantities, shipping and billing address, and include your tax exempt number. You will then be sent a link to your order which you can pay online normally. We will also set your account to be tax-exempt so that future orders from that account can be made without extra steps. 

I am tax exempt, federal/state/tribal buyer located outside of PA, how do I purchase?
Simply add items to your cart and checkout. When you enter your shipping address outside of PA, the PA sales tax will be removed. BCM does not collect tax for any other states. It is not necessary to contact us with tax-exempt paperwork, etc. if you are outside of PA.

Do you accept Purchase Orders (PO)?
We accept POs from recognized US based organizations for items shipped domestically. We reserve the right to refuse any PO. There may be a 10% service fee applied to all POs. 

Can I cancel attending a workshop/event?
Full refunds are given if cancelled 28 days prior to the start of an event. Event registrations are transferable. For more details please see the Workshop Training General Info & Cancellation Policy 

What can I return?
You may return new, unopened items sold within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Shirts, hats, and mugs are made to order and are not returnable.

When will I get my refund?
Most refunds are fully refunded in 3-5 business days after we receive and process your return.

Does BCM do replacements?
We can only replace the exact item and version you ordered, and you are responsible to return the damaged item within 30 days. If you want to exchange for a different item, you will need to return the item and place a new order.

Pettersson D500x and M500 Bat Detectors Return and Exchange Policy
All detectors are tested by BCM staff before shipping to customers. Please contact BCM first detailing the issue you are having with the hardware and obtain a Return Authorization. Should email or phone troubleshooting fail to resolve the issue, you should send the unit in suitable packaging to BCM, with the RA number written on the packaging.

BCM will confirm the unit is defective was not abused or water damaged. BCM will replace the unit at our discretion usually within one week. Units requiring repairs may take 6-8 weeks.

Pettersson factory warranty is one year.

D500x External Microphone Return Policy
All microphones are tested by BCM staff before shipping to customers. Please contact BCM first detailing the issue you are having with the Microphone and obtain a Return Authorization. Should email or phone troubleshooting fail to resolve the issue, you should send the unit in suitable packaging to BCM, with the RA number written on the packaging.

DOA microphones are replaced immediately at no charge. There is a $150 for refurbishing used microphones, shipped immediately if in stock.

Electronics
Electronics purchased from BCM are easily returned within 30 days of receipt of shipment. These items must be in new condition with original packaging and accessories. All bat detectors sold by BCM are supported by the device's manufacturers. In the unlikely event a detector appears to be defective, please contact the customer support network for the computer manufacturer to have it serviced under warranty. Pettersson D500x/M500 devices have specific policies, see above.

Software
Software titles purchased from BCM are easily returned within 30 days of receipt of shipment. These items must be unopened and still in their plastic wrap.

General items

Other items purchased from BCM can only be returned if:

  • The return is packaged and shipped in the original packaging.
  • The items are still in new condition.
  • You ship your return within 30 days of receipt of the original shipment.

Any returns that do not meet the above qualifications may receive a reduced refund or be returned to the purchaser. Some items may incur a restocking fee as these items must be inspected, tested, and repackaged. If a restocking fee applies it will be noted on the product information page.  All returns will be less original shipping costs.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

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  • An elderly lady living in New Jersey with some pet parrots is having a problem with a neighbor who gets up at 6 am and blows some kind of whistle until 9 am. Now, the lady cannot hear the whistle, but her birds do hear it. The talking birds will say: My ears hurt! My ears hurt! when that is happening. The elderly lady knows this neighbor is blowing the whistle because she can see her in her car when she arrives home in the afternoon and the birds start screaming. Apparently they are able to hear this whistle and it is quite irritating. But it is emitting a high pitched sound that humans cannot hear but the birds can hear. So, I am wondering if you have ever heard of this kind of whistle and if you have any type of recording device that will record it so it can be played and heard by humans.

    I have been getting an increasing number of questions similar to this. The short answer is yes, I could sell you a solution hat allows you to see a real-time response of ultrasound as you wave a microphone around. The microphone I would suggest is the M500-384, is ~$400, and must connect to a Windows 10 device or smartphone. Interpreting the signals might be tricky; many things in a house can generate ultrasound and will be picked up by the microphone. That said, with some practice you can pin down the source of the sound and make recordings. However, I would say this is more of a law enforcement issue and the lady should first file a complaint with the local police who will visit the neighbor and perhaps that will be enough for the activity to stop. Ultrasound at high enough dB to travel between apartments is dangerous to human hearing for an extended time, even though we can't "hear" it, it is still harmful enough OSHA has set limits as to what safe levels are. 

  • Would the M500 microphone pick up better than the D240x?

    The M500 is actually the same high-end mic element as the D240x, so your recordings will appear familier in that the frequency response is essentially unchanged. A huge problem with certain other brands is every iteration of their microphones has a different frequency response, which can be seen in full spectrum and causes mis-classifications when using auto-ID apps. The M500 has updated electronics and supposedly is even better than the D500x microphone we compare to other brands. The much bigger difference using the M500 + SonoBatLIVE  over the D240x is that the capture process is all automated, so you will be recording a lot more bat calls than you might with the D240x, in many but not all situations.    You can also connect the M500 to an Android device and use a $6 app call Batrecorder, and it would actually function better than the D240 system you are currently using, because there is no downtime between recordings, it saves direct .wav files to the SD card in the phone. (You can buy Andrioid phones with no phone contract, etc. and use them as bat detectors.

  • What is the furthest you can record a bat with this microphone?

    This is highly variable and no manufacturer will be able to give you an exact answer. If it is a loud calling bat, directly at the microphone, you might detect it several hundred feet or more away.    If it is a whispering bat, such as a Northern long ear, you might only detect it ~20’ from the microphone.    “Detection” is much different than “recognizing”. To “recognize” a particular species you will need to be something closer to faithfully record the characteristics necessary to confidently identify something to species. If the animal is behind the microphone, again you will need to be something closer. Obstructions such as leaves & limbs and air contribute distortion, so long distance typically introduces more distortion.    Most of these factors are best compensated by deployment times… longer deployments over 1-2 weeks has been shown to most effectively record most species in a given area. This is simply because the longer time allows bats to more likely encounter the microphone and make a number of good recordings. 

  • Hello. I need the datasheet of the sensor equipment. I would like to know what the frequency response is and how flat it is. Can you help me.

    Hi- the response curves for the M500 and M500-384 are located on the product page as one of the images:

    https://batmanagement.com/collections/pettersson-collection/products/pettersson-m500-microphone

    Thanks!

  • What do you mean by this? "* requires the M500-384 model or an existing M500 which has been changed to the 384 version via a firmware change" If I but the M500 and the bat android app and I good to go or do I need to buy something else?

    The M500 is available in 2 different sampling rates, 500 or 384. Mobile devices must use the 384 version of this microphone because they are not powerful enough to use the faster 500kHz sample rate. If you only ever to plan to use the microphone with a laptop/desktop computer, and have a critical need the faster 500 kHz sample rate, then the 500 kHz version is your choice. It is possible to change the firmware of a 500 model to operate at 384 if desired, but it may not be able to be changed back easily. 384 kHz sample rate should make recordings up to ~192 kHz which easily resolves any North American bat species with upper bandwidth to spare. If you are wanting to record something higher than ~192 kHz then consider the 500 kHz model. -JC

  • I purchased this M500 microphone through Bat Management last year, and when I use it with my panasonic toughbook laptop, there is a loud continuous hiss in the 0-20Khz range, and I have to turn down the volume on the computer. As a result I can't turn up the bat calls (as they come in) when recording with Sonobat Live. Any idea what could cause this?

    This could be everything/anything in the environment, starting with the laptop. Using a 15' USB cable, see if the sound is less noticable the further you are from the laptop/pointing away from the laptop. This could also be lights nearby, outdoor motion sensors, or insects. Software should filter 0-5 kHz eliminating some non-bat noise, but if you are in eastern US with the exception of south FL, you can set your recording software to filter to up to 20 kHz as there are no bats below ~20 kHz in that area; this will dramatically improve recordings. You should try headphones as this will dramatically improve the listening experiance as well. Extend the mic off the ground using extention cables such as: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0777FDCX7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&qty=2&th=1  I use the 50' one sometimes chained to an additional 30' one. Avoid the longer cords as none are waterproof and it is better to replace shorter cords if/when they go bad. - JC

  • What are the uses for a bat detector? Can it be used in attics to see if there are bats there? Sorry, I'm new to this. I found a bat in my home and I want to make sure that there are none found elsewhere.

    Hello- a bat detector records bat calls, if bats are calling. The M500 can be extended on USB Active Extenders at least 60', maybe further away. You could place the microphone in the middle of the attic midway between floor and ceiling and make recordings connected to a computer elsewhere. It may also pick up rodents and squirrels. The recordings would need looked at manually to determine of they are bats, using analysis software. One software, SonoBatLIVE, only records bats, so that would be a huge time saver. In theroy you could leave SonoBatLIVE running 24/7 monitoring the attic space, you would have close to $1000 into this kind of system. You might consider laying down newspaper in the attic where you have seen dropping previously. If you get new droppings, you have bats.

  • Hi, what is the dB range for M500? Can we change the gain?

    Hello- the recording software will record even the slightest ultrasound, or even just set to constantly record. This is how the recordings are controlled for "gain" in a way. There is no real "gain" dial, if your recordings contain way too many poor quality out-of-range bat calls, then set the recording threshold to something higher so that it only records the stronger bat passes. If your purpose is to record every sound regardless of strength, then very long recordings could be made, essentially set it to always trigger, and select a long file size, like 30 seconds or more, etc.

  • Hi The sampling frequency of an M500 can be changed from 500 to 384 kHz by changing firmware. Is it also possible to change the sampling frequency of an M500-384 from 384 to 500 kHz by changing firmware ? Best regards Gösta

    No- you must start with the M500 to obtain the high sample rate. The M500-384 is max 384 only. The firmware change requires slight disassembly however if you are comfortable with very basic electronics it is easy enough; we have modified M500s to run at 384 in a few minutes at workshops.

  • Hello! I have a Pettersson M500-384 and an iPhone with Ultrasonic Analyzer. I bought a female USB A to mini USB so the two devices could talk to each other, but it appears that the phone won't power the detector, since when connect the two, the M500 doesn't turn on and the phone doesn't seem to recognize that the M500 is plugged in. The M500 does work when it's connected to a computer, so I don't think that's the problem, and I've tried using a different iPhone, which also didn't work, so I don't think it's my specific phone. Any suggestions you have would be appreciated! Thanks!

    Hello please be sure you are using an Apple iphone camera adapter https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MD821AM/A/lightning-to-usb-camera-adapter this is the only way to connect a USB device like the Pettersson M500-384 to an iOS device. Be sure you get the right connector for your generation iOS device; I even picked one up a Wal-Mart at one time.

  • Would this be able to detect rat vocalizations? I am interested in researching rat vocal communications and would like to be able to record subjects' calls, but am unsure what device I should be getting.

    Hello - The M500 with record 10 kHz and up, but the u256 and u384 would record from 1 kHz and above. This lower range might be more suitable for your application. All of these are USB microphones and recordings would be made using BatSoundTouch (Windows) software, included with purchase. https://batmanagement.com/collections/pettersson-collection Another option is the Binary Acoustic AR125 which can also record low frequencies and produce a realtime feed  suitable for capturing in the lab environment. https://batmanagement.com/collections/binary-acoustic-technology

  • I do not see spec requirements for the tablet to collect data with the M500 microphone. Are there minimum requirements for ram, 32 bit vs 64 bit OS, Windows 10 version? I am looking at getting this for data collection in the field, and using a more capable PC for data analysis. Can you tell me if this tablet is suitable? https://www.amazon.com/NuVision-8-inch-Touchscreen-Quad-Core-Processor/dp/B01H3B17R8 Thanks,

    Hello Mike- Some of the software that the M500 works with is:

    Windows:     SonoBatLIVE, BatSound Touch, SoundChaser, Audacity
    Android: Bat Recorder, USB Bat Detector iOS: Ultrasonic Analyzer Linux: Audacity OS X: Audacity
    The tablet must be able to handle a microphone at a 384 kHz sample rate. Some low end tablets cannot do this.

    Probably the most intensive software to use with the M500-384 is SonoBatLIVE. For that you want at least Hardware Requirements: Windows 10 PC, Mini PC, or tablet. 4 GB RAM + 1.5 gHz processor or higher, 64 bit. More RAM and a higher clock speed will help reduce perceived lag, especially in areas with high noise or high bat activity.

    The tablet you spec is lacking in too many areas... it is a 32 bit machine where 64 is required for the latest SonoBat. It has too little RAM. Finally be wary of those machines with only one port... this means you cannot charge it while the mic is plugged in/running. Expect to pay ~$400 for a refurbished SurfacePro 4 with the minimum specs. We are testing a SurfaceMe with is smaller and lighter, but can't say one thing or another about it yet.

  • Would this detector operate well(pick up bat pass calls) in an environment with overhead aircraft noise?

    All full spectrum microphones/bat detectors will record bat calls thru any kind of noise- low freq sounds like jet engines are well seperated from ultrasound the bats operate in as well. So, no problem. - JC

  • How do I get the firmware update for iOS?

    There is no Pettersson M500 firmware/software/app that is specific to iOS. You only need some app that will take advantage of the microphone (only one I'm aware of at this writing is Ultrasonic Analyizer) , and the Apple Camera Adapter to make the physical connection to an iOS device. Generally, we don't recommend using the M500 with iOS as the available recording software is terrible compared with much more powerful PC applications such as SonoBatLIVE and BatSoundTouch.

  • What is the recommended negative db that can capture the USV of mice without any noise ? I tried -100 db but it had a noise at 32 and 65 kHz.

    If your recordings have an undesirable signal-to-noise ratio, the only way to improve is to get the microphone and your signal closer together, without obstructions and reflective surfaces. Contact the microphone manufacturer at batsound.com to obtain info about changing the firmware internally to adjust the gain. This is not really recommended and voids the warranty.

  • Can this mic connect/run with a USB-C to USB Mini B cable? Upgrading a laptop and the new ones don't have USB A. Thanks, Trinity

    Yes- the Pettersson M500 will run correctly thru various adapters, although care must be made so that the connection is not lost while moving the computer around, etc.

  • Hi, I see a response to another question that the M500 can be converted to run M500-384 firmware with a simple hardware modification. How is this done, exactly? I have opened up my unit and discovered two DIP switches and not sure what configuration they should be in if that is how the change is done at all. Thanks.

    A M500-500 kHz mic can be changed to 384 kHz to then be recognized by smartphones, etc. with a firmware change. Contact sales@batmanagement.com for instructons and the link to download software. This process requires a PC and would void the warranty.

  • Is the M500-384 even omnidirectional in ultrasound frequencies or only in more low frequencies ?

    Hello- there is no such thing as a true omnidirectional microphone, and the higher the frequency, the more pronounced that will become. Low frequencies are easiest to record and therefore are more liely to be picked up at various ranges in all directions. Your milage will vary depending on amplitude and distance at all axis from the microphone. You can remove the directional horn from this microphone to make it respond to wider area, at the expense of more noise and decreased range. Contact Pettersson directly for polar plots of frequency response 

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  • What is a longer USB cable to use with the Pettersson (or Binary Acoustic) microphones?

    The cable that comes with the Pettersson M500 is a  0.5 m USB (type-A to mini-B) cable. This cable by itself is too short to do anything but velcro the mic directly to the laptop.    Either get a longer A to Mini B (15’ should work, not sure how reliable longer than that is): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08R6VTFPM?smid=A1F4MO8CLOOQSY&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp&th=1   Or use USB 2.0 Active Extension cables (We have chained multiple 30’ lengths together, but there are longer runs available too. We recommend using several shorter runs instead of one super long run…if it gets wet you lose the entire cable) https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Active-Extension-Cable-Female/dp/B01L81WQ2O/ref=sr_1_5?crid=12BXF16OL7AEC&keywords=usb%2Bactive%2Bextension%2Bcable&qid=1683048253&s=electronics&sprefix=USB%2BActive%2BExtension%2Celectronics%2C117&sr=1-5&th=1  

  • I would like to complete bat entry/exit surveys on several buildings and thus, would need the detector to be able to record calls, analyze the data and properly identify which bat species is picked up by the microphone. I thought the Pettersson u256 or u384 would be a good option, however, I am unsure of the detection range (from my understanding it is about 40 ft on the website). I am looking for a detector that can do a longer range, if possible.   Additionally, what is the average and maximum distance these detectors would be able to pick up a bat call? As this would be beneficial to determine distance from the building and spacing of detectors to cover each building.

    The “U” series microphones have a connector for a specific smartphone, and as such clumsy adapters are needed and the connector is a bit fragile. That type of mic is better suited for public programs or quick snapshots of bat activity.    The only configuration I can recommend is a Pettersson M500-384 microphone (~$400) coupled with a Windows 10 device (refurbished i7 Surface Pros are ~$350 (you provide), and the SonoBat software ($~300/year or $~1500 one time). The SonoBat software includes SonoBatLIVE which is the best bat recording app available. You then use the “regular” SonoBat app to review recordings and produce a spreadsheet output of species.    All bat detector microphones are different, and all bats call with different amplitudes. Loud bats will be recorded hundreds of feet away, while whispering bats, like the Northern long ear, will only be detected within ~15’, if you are lucky. Also, just because you record some bats around a building, does not mean it actually came out of the building, so any emergence should be visually monitored as well, perhaps with night vision cameras. Also, bats emerging from a roost will be producing approach-phase calls which cannot be used to reliably determine Myotis-type species. You can determine if the emergence contains low frequency big brown bats vs. high frequency myotis, but that’s about it. For that purpose, I recommend a BatScanner Stereo and live monitoring. Do not attempt to determine which of the 4 myotis you might have from those recordings; instead, monitors should be hundreds of feet away down a flyway in hopes of obtaining more diagnostic “search phase” recordings. 

  • Which software is iOS compatible?

    Ultrasonic Analizer is one, there are likely others. Join the facebook group Bat Call Analysis Workshop and that is a large user group that will have suggestions.

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