User manual ART M-ONE USB

[. . . ] The M-One/USB operates on both Windows and Mac platforms. What makes the M-One/USB unique is the integrated D/A converter that makes the microphone in effect its own audio interface. The D/A converter provides computer playback to the 1/8th-inch headphone output jack with volume and mix controls integrated into the microphone chassis. [. . . ] Setting up the M-One/USB in Mac OS-X Plug in microphone. The LED will light to indicate it is receiving USB power. The Mac will recognize the USB audio device and automatically install a universal driver. To select the M-One/USB as the computers audio input, open the System Preferences from the dock or the main Apple Menu Next open the Sound preference Now, click in the Input tab and Output Tab to select M-OneUSB Setting up the M-One/USB in Windows XP (with Service Pack 2 - other versions may vary slightly. ) Plug in microphone. The LED will light to indicate it is receiving USB power. WindowsXP will recognize the USB audio device and automatically install the universal drivers The M-One/USB is now recognized as a Windows audio device under the name USBMIC. To set it as the default device and change computer-controlled gain, access control panel. Access Sounds and Audio Devices through Control Panel. Select M-OneUSB as Sound recording device in the Audio tab window. You may also have to select the microphone in most pro audio programs where multiple devices must be set within the program. To set the microphone Gain, click the Volume button. The Wave In window sets the computer controlled gain, pan and microphone mute. Select M-OneUSB as the Output Device in the Audio Tab Window and set level. Powering the M-One/USB The M-One/USB is a condenser microphone, and like all condenser microphones, it has internal electronics that require an active power supply. [. . . ] *Vocalists can use the proximity effect to their advantage, adding fullness and more 'bottom end' to the voice as they move closer to the microphone. Experienced vocalists can easily incorporate it as part of their overall microphone technique. Experimentation with mic placement during the recording process is the key. [. . . ]