4 Polar Patterns Streaming & Pro Audio Recording Mic
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with Tripod Stand, Easy USB Plug-and-Play
(for Podcast Recording, Streaming, Gaming)
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ASSEMBLY - ATTACHING THE STAND STAND ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
1. Twist knob counter-clockwise to loosen.
Adjust leg height and twist clockwise to lock position
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MICROPHONE FUNCTIONS
Dual Function Button
A. Turn left to right to increase gain
B. Press in to mute
(LED glows RED)
Headphone volume controller
Headphone (3.5mm input)
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MICROPHONE FUNCTIONS
SELECT POLAR PATTERN
Press the Mode button to select dierent polar pattern settings.
LED lights will illuminate to show each pattern.
POLAR PATTERN SELECTION
LED CONTROLS
NORMAL MODE
Press this button to
change LED colors.
The LED will stay
illuminated.
ECO MODE
Hold this button
(for 3 sec) to turn the
LED function o.
Multi-color Ambient
LED switch
Type C
(Connect to computer)
RESET
Hold this button again
(3 sec.) to turn the LED
function back on.
(Normal mode)
CARDIOID (FRONT LED)
BIDIRECTIONAL
STEREO
OMNIDIRECTIONAL
CARDIOID MODE: is perfect for recording sounds directly in front of the
microphone. This is the most used polar pattern. It is the most benecial
and best pattern for streaming and gaming.
BIDIRECTIONAL MODE: records sound from the front and rear of the
microphone. It's typically used for interviews but can be used by anyone
sitting on opposite sides of the mic.
STEREO MODE: uses both left and right channels to capture a realistic
general sound image. It's great for recording musical instruments or
acoustics.
OMNIDIRECTIONAL MODE: picks up sound equally from all directions.
This mode is best for multi-person broadcasts so you can capture
sound from around the room.
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You have many choices in recording software.
Select the program that will best suit your audio needs and budget.
SETTING YOUR SOFTWARE LEVELS
The correct adjustment of microphone level is Important for optimum performance.
Ideally, the microphone level should be as high as possible without overloading
the input of your computer.
If you hear distortion or if your recording program shows levels that are consist-
ently overloaded (at peak levels), turn the microphone volume or level) down. Do
this using the control panel (or system preferences) settings or through your
recording software.
If your recording program shows insucient level, you can increase the micro-
phone gain either from the control panel (or system preferences) settings or
through your recording program.
POSITIONING YOUR MICROPHONE
It is important to position the microphone directly in line (on axis) with the person
speaking/singing or instrument (or other sound source) to achieve the best
frequency response of the microphone.
FREQUENCY RESPONSE DIAGRAMSELECTING SOFTWARE
This requires the user to speak into the microphone from the Stadium symbol side
positioned towards the mouth. The distance from the mouth should be about 1
inch. or 10 - 40mm for optimal recording.
For use in speaking/singing applications, the ideal placement for the microphone is
directly in front of the person speaking/singing.
The same placement is optimal when you mic an instrument such as an acoustic
guitar, drums or piano. Experiment with dierent mic placements to nd the best
sound for your particular setup based on the Polar pattern selected.
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PRELIMINARY SETUP WITH MAC OS X
1. Plug the free end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer.
Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device.
2. To select the PDMIUSBMT300 as your audio input, rst open your System Preferences.
3. Next, click Sound to display the Sound Preference panel.
4. Click the input tab and select the PDMIUSBMT300 USB as the device for sound
input.
NOTE: Many recording software programs are available online.
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PDMIUSBMT300USB
Your preferences are now set to use the PDMIUSBMT300 on your Mac with
GarageBand or another recording program of your choice.
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PRELIMINARY SETUP WITH WINDOWS XP
1. Plug the free end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer.
Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device.
2. To select the PDMIUSBMT300 as your default recording device, select START
MENU> Control Panel.
4. Select Sounds and Audio Devices.
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5. Select the Audio tab, and choose PDMIUSBMT300 as the default device.
6. Adjust computer volume by clicking on the Volume button beneath Sound
recording Default device.
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7. Through the Wave In window, you can set the computer volume or mute the
microphone.
PDMIUSBMT300
PRELIMINARY SETUP WITH WINDOWS VISTA
1. Plug the free end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer.
Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device.
2. To select the PDMIUSBMT300 as your default recording device, begin at
START MENU > Control Panel > Sound
8. Your preferences are now set to use the PDMIUSBMT300 with Windows XP with
the recording program of your choice.
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PDMIUSBMT300
3. Select the Recording tab. Make sure that the PDMIUSBMT300 microphone is set
as the default recording device.
(You should see a green check mark beside the USB microphone icon.)
Your preferences are now set to use the PDMIUSBMT300 with Windows Vista with
the recording program of your choice.
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PRELIMINARY SETUP WITH WINDOWS 7/10
1. Plug the free end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer.
Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device.
2. START menu > Control Panel > Sound
To select the PDMIUSBMT300 USB as your default recording device, begin at
your START menu. Select Control Panel.
4. Select Sound
5. The following screen will pop up
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6. Select the Recording tab & choose PDMIUSBMT300 USB as the default device.
7. Double click on the PDMIUSBMT300 USB icon to open the Microphone Properties
window. Select the levels tab to adjust microphone level (loudness). You may
need to come back to this window to readjust the level after you begin recording.
PDMIUSBMT300
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Macintosh
Mac OS X: USB 1.0 or 2.0; 64 MB RAM (minimum)
Windows
XP/Vista/Windows 7: USB 1.0 or 2.0; 64 MB RAM (minimum)
Specications are subject to change without notice.
• 1 x USB Microphone
• 1 x Adjustable trifold stand
• 1 x USB cable length:1.8M
This manual is considered correct at time of printing but is subject to change.
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