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USER MANUAL PDMICUSB6 Pyle

PDMICUSB6 USB Recording Microphone

Before using the PDMICUSB6 in your audio or communications application you must confirm that the computer's operating system recognizes the PDMICUSB6.

Windows XP recognition instructions

1. Connect the PDMICUSB6 to the computer by using the supplied USB cable
2. The PDMICUSB6 will be automatically installed and recognized as a windows audio device.
3. Go to the Start Menu, select Control Panel.

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1. Select "Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices"

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5. Select "Sounds and Audio Devices"

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1. Select the “Audio” tab. Confirm that under the “Sound recording” section the “C-Media USB Audio Device” is selected. (The “Sound playback” should remain your usual sound output device).

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1. Select the “Volume” tab. Then select “Advanced Controls” under the Sound recording heading.

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1. Click the “Advanced” button to open the “Advanced Controls for Wave In” window. Depending upon your system, you might have the option of selecting “1 AGC” or “Mic boost”.

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1. Launch your audio recording software.

2. Adjust the position of the PDMICUSB6 from the sound source to get the best results.

3. Locate the preferences in your audio program and select the "C-Media USB Audio Device". Adjust the input level in this program so that the audio signal is not distorted.
4. Now the PDMICUSB6 USB Recording Microphone is working.

Mac OSX Recognition Instructions

1. Connect the PDMICUSB6 to the computer by using the USB cable.
2. The PDMICUSB6 will be automatically installed and recognized as a windows audio device.
3. Go to the Apple Menu and locate "System Preferences".

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1. Under "Hardware" click on the "Sound" icon.

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1. Click on the “Input” button and choose the “C-Media USB Audio Device

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1. Click on the “Output” button and choose the internal speakers or the output speakers of your choice. (The “Sound playback” should remain your usual sound output device).

2. Position the PDMICUSB6 4 to 6 inches away from your source (your mouth or music instrument).

3. Test the PDMICUSB6 by speaking or playing into the microphone.

4. You will see activity in the "Input Level" meter.

Settings for the selected device: Input level: Input volume:

1. Adjust the "Input Volume" to obtain the best sound quality.

2. Close the System Preferences window to complete the settings.

3. Launch your audio recording software.

4. Adjust the position of the PDMICUSB6 from the sound source to get the best results.

5. Locate the Preferences in your audio program and select the "C-Media USB Audio Device". Adjust the input level.

6. Now the PDMICUSB6 USB Recording Microphone is working.