M-AUDIO Podcast Factory User Manual
Podcast Factory
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the M-Audio Podcast Factory. The Podcast Factory is your compact, professional audio
solution for any Windows or Macintosh computer.* It combines all the hardware and software you need to easily
record, edit and publish professional-sounding podcasts. Podcast Factory lets you create sophisticated radiostyle productions that integrate speech, music, and sound effects. The included software even processes your
MP3 files and automates web publishing of RSS 2.0 feeds. Designed with the same M-Audio technology used in
recording studios around the world, Fast Cast Studio gives you both the professional sound quality and creative
tools to produce stellar podcasts that keep your listeners coming back for more.
Podcast Factory audio interface.
At the heart of your complete podcasting solution is the Podcast Factory professional audio interface. It uses the
convenience of USB connectivity, so there’s no need to disassemble your computer and no bulky external power
supplies. The Podcast Factory audio interface brings your computer both microphone and instrument inputs,
plus headphone and stereo outputs—all via a simple USB cable. Full 16- or 24-bit digital audio with popular
44.1kHz and 48kHz sampling rates means it can also double as a professional audio interface for most popular
music software like Apple GarageBand, Sony Acid, and Magix Music Maker. With its lightweight form factor and
compact design, you can carry it with you anywhere.
Audacity.
Podcast Factory includes Audacity audio editing software for Mac and Windows. Audacity is great for doing basic
recording, edits and file conversions of your podcast recordings. This software for Mac and Windows lets you
record live audio; convert tapes and records into digital recordings or CDs; edit MP3, WAV and Ogg Vorbis sound
files; cut, copy, splice, and mix sounds together; change the speed or pitch of a recording and much more.
Ableton Live Lite.
Ableton Live Lite comes in when you want to go beyond just simple voice podcasts. It delivers much of the
functionality of Ableton Live—the revolutionary, multi-award winning audio/MIDI production solution that
professional musicians and producers around the world use to create music. Live is perfect for podcasting
because it easily allows you to integrate loops, voice tracks and sound effects into complete broadcast-quality
productions—even with much experience. We’ve also included a great selection from ProSessions Sound and
Loops Library—perfect for dragging and dropping into Live Lite for instant soundtracks. Compatible with both
Mac and Windows.
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Podifier.
Podifier from Red Square Software is an easy-to-use application that automatically posts your podcast to the
Web for you. It creates an RSS feed that lets people find and subscribe to your podcast, including automatically
enclosing one or more MP3 files and uploading them to a server via FTP. Podifier is compatible with Mac and
Windows.
Please take the time to read this brief Users’ Guide. It will explain how to set up the Podcast Factory audio
interface with your computer, as well as how to get optimal performance.
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What’s in the Box?
The following items are included with your Podcast Factory:
< Podcast Factory audio interface
< One (1) standard USB cable
< M-Audio Driver CD (includes driver installation software)
< Users’ Guide and warranty card
Podcast Factory Features
< Single USB 1.1 connection for input and output
< Balanced XLR mic-level input
< Balanced 1/4" TRS line/instrument input
< Line/instrument level switch for TRS input
< Two line-level RCA outputs
< High-quality mic preamp providing 50dB of
gain
< ASIO 2, WDM and Core Audio drivers included
System Requirements
Windows
Minimum:
< Pentium II 350 MHz
< 64 MB RAM
< Windows XP
< CD-ROM drive
< Available USB 1.1 port
Macintosh
Minimum:
< G3, G4, iMac, iBook or PowerBook with
native USB support
< 64 MB RAM
< CD-ROM drive
< Mac OS X version 10.2.8 “Jaguar”
or later, or Mac OS X version 10.3.4
“Panther” or later
< Convenient front panel headphone output
< Signal and Peak LED input meters
< Sleek, slim plastic case with blue power
LED
< Completely USB powered (no power
supply needed)
< One year warranty
Recommended:
< Pentium III 500 MHz or faster
< 128 MB RAM or more
< Available USB 1.1 port
< Windows XP
Recommended:
< G3, G4, iMac, iBook or Powerbook with native
USB support (USB hubs are not supported)
< 128 MB RAM
< Mac OS X “Jaguar” version 10.2.8 or later
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