Miktek ProCast Mio User Manual
Miktek, LLC
Nashville, TN USA
tel: 615.250.2434 • fax: 615.346.9298
© 2017 All Rights Reserved, Miktek, LLC. Printed May 2017 v1
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
ProCast Mio Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ProCast Mio Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4
Installing the ProCast Mio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 10
Getting Started with Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Getting Started with Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ProCast Mio Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 - 12
Operating the ProCast Mio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 16
Stand mounting the ProCast Mio to USB and XLR inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Connecting the ProCast Mio to USB and XLR inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Understanding Polar Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Microphone Placment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Setting a Good Signal Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16
Reducing P-popping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the ProCast Mio studio condenser by Miktek! The Mio is a high quality, large diaphragm,
side-address condenser microphone featuring a high quality analog to digital converter and USB output. “Plug and play”
technology allows direct connection into a Windows or Macintosh computer’s USB port providing simple operation with
amazingly professional results. The Mio also incorporates a built-in 1/8th inch headphone output to monitor computer
playback. What sets the Mio apart is that it’s not only a digital USB microphone but also incorporates a standard 3 pin XLR
output. This provides the flexibility to record direct with USB or through an external audio interface. The discrete analog
XLR output can be used simultaneously with the USB output allowing the microphone to be used for recording and sound
reinforcement at the same time. The ProCast Mio is perfect for podcasting or recording vocals, guitar, and other instruments.
The ProCast Mio is one microphone that offers two solutions and boasts the Miktek sound quality professionals demand
and value which everyone can appreciate. The ProCast Mio is perfect for recording your music or any acoustic audio source
on your favorite DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). Just plug in the supplied USB cable, launch your DAW and start recording.
The ProCast Mio faithfully reproduces a variety of sound sources including vocals, acoustic string and wind instruments, and
percussion to name a few. The extended frequency and fast transient response ensures an accurate reproduction with linear
characteristics from bottom to top. Whether you’re recording your latest song idea, a podcast, or your band’s next big hit, the
ProCast Mio is one of the simplest solutions for high quality recording on a Mac or PC. Just plug it in and start recording great
audio!
In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the ProCast Mio USB Studio Condenser Microphone, as
well as step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications. With proper care your ProCast Mio will operate
trouble free for many years. We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future reference.
Serial number: __________________________ Date of purchase: __________________
Please visit www.miktekaudio.com for additional information on this and other Miktek products.
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ProCast Mio Features
ProCast Mio Features
• Cardioid (unidirectional) pickup pattern
• 19mm xed charge capsule
• 3.5mm headphone output
• Mini USB and standard 3 pin XLR outputs provide both Digital and Analog Audio
• Phantom or USB bus power
• Steel grille - three stage windscreen
• Rugged diecast construction
• Includes mic clip, tripod desk stand, and 3m USB cable
• Compatible with most any Mac and PC based Digital Audio Workstation.
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ProCast Mio Layout
1 19mm CAPSULE – 19mm Fixed charge
capsule provides smooth and linear frequency
response.
2 STEEL GRILLE – Steel mesh grille screen
protects the capsule and the minimally
intrusive design ensures a linear frequency
response.
3 POWER LED – When illuminated the blue LED
Indicates the ProCast Mio is receiving USB bus
power.
4 DIECAST BODY – Heavy duty Zinc die-cast
body provide the microphone with integral
strength that
5 PHONES - 1/8-inch (.35mm) stereo jack for
connecting stereo headphones to monitor the
computer output when using in USB mode.
6 USB – Micro USB connector for interfacing with
your PC or Mac.
7 XLR OUT – XLR low impedance balanced
microphone output for connecting to standard
mixer or audio interface.
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