QuickStart Guide
Contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9-10 11-14 Introduction Package Contents MiC Features System Requirements Using the Tripod Using MiC with an iPad Using MiC with an iPhone Using MiC with a Mac Recording techniques Registration and Warranty Information
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of MiC by Apogee. It’s an Apogee: legendary sound quality at an incredible price. If you haven’t seen Apogee gear in a commercial recording studio, you’ve heard it on countless hits. Apogee products are preferred by recording pros around the world and have set the industry standard in professional recording for over two decades.
Package Contents iOS Dock Connector Cable Tripod MiC USB Cable MiC QuickStart Guide 2
MiC Features Status Indicator Light Blue - Connected to hardware device , but not working with audio software Gain Control Knob Dim Green - Working with audio software, no audio level Bright Green - Audio level is present Orange - Approaching maximum input level Red - Input overload, adjust the gain using the Gain Control Knob on the side of MiC 3 MiC QuickStart Guide Tripod
System Requirements iOS: Devices: iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPad, iPad 2 iOS version: 4.3 and later Connection: Dock connector port (no batteries required) Software: Made for GarageBand Mac OS: Computer: Mac, with an Intel processor Memory: 1 GB minimum of installed RAM, 2 GB recommended OS version: 10.6.4 or later including 10.9 Lion Connection: USB 2.
Using the Tripod Screw the Tripod into the threaded hole on the back of MiC. Tighten the locking nut on the Tripod to create a tight fit. Loosen the wing nut on the back of the Tripod and move MiC into the desired position. Tighten the wing nut to lock MiC in place.
Using MiC with an iPad Plug your headphones into iPad’s headphone output* Plug MiC into your iPad using the provided iOS Dock Connector Cable. Check the status indicator light on MiC, it should be Blue. Start up GarageBand and choose New Song. MiC’s status indicator light should now turn Green. Check your input level on the Status Indicator Light and adjust accordingly. Choose Audio Recorder.
Using MiC with an iPhone Plug your headphones into iPhone’s headphone output* Plug MiC into your iPhone using the provided iOS Dock Cable. Check the status indicator light on MiC, it should be Blue. Start up GarageBand and choose New Song. MiC’s status indicator light should now turn Green. Check your input level on the Status Indicator Light and adjust accordingly. Choose Audio Recorder.
Using MiC with a Mac Plug your headphones into your Mac’s headphone output * Plug MiC into your Mac using the provided USB cable. Check the status indicator light on MiC, it should be Blue. Open GarageBand and select New Project > Voice. Name and save your project. Go to GarageBand > Preferences > Audio/MIDI and select MiC for Audio Input. MiC’s status light should now turn Green. Check your input level on the Status Indicator Light and adjust accordingly.
Recording Techniques Vocals Place MiC directly in front of the singer from 6 to 24 inches away with the front of MiC pointed towards the singer. The closer the singer is to MiC , the more low end or bass it will pick up. MiC has a polar pattern that is cardioid, which means that it will be most effective recording sounds that are directly in front of MiC and increasingly less on the sides. Be sure to check your levels on the Status Indicator Light.
Recording Techniques continued Acoustic Guitar Place MiC about 6-12 inches away from the sound hole, with the front of MiC pointed at the 12th fret. If you want to capture more low frequencies, move MiC toward the sound hole. If you want to capture more high-end or remove unwanted boominess, move MiC toward the tuners. When experimenting with placement, make sure the front of MiC is always pointed toward the source of the sound you are recording.
Registration and Warranty Information Be sure to register your MiC by completing the on-line registration form at our Web site: apogeedigital.com/account.php The benefits of registering include access to free, expert technical support by email, live chat or phone, receive important email notifications about new features and important updates, extend your existing 1 year warranty by 90 days, and find out about new Apogee products before they are announced to the public.
ALL UNITS RETURNED TO APOGEE OR AN AUTHORIZED APOGEE REPAIR FACILITY MUST BE PREPAID, INSURED AND PROPERLY PACKAGED, PREFERABLY IN THEIR ORIGINAL BOX. Apogee reserves the right to change or improve design at any time without prior notification. Design changes are not implemented retroactively, and the incorporation of design changes into future units does not imply the availability of an upgrade to existing units.
In the event your MiC needs to be upgraded or repaired, it is necessary to contact Apogee prior to shipping, and a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number will be assigned. This number will serve as a reference for you and helps facilitate and expedite the return process. Apogee requires that shipments be pre-paid and insured — unless otherwise authorized in advance. IMPORTANT: ANY SHIPMENT THAT IS NOT PRE-PAID OR IS SENT WITHOUT AN RMA NUMBER WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Declarations of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Declarations of Conformity continued Declaration of Conformity – CE Apogee Electronics Corporation hereby declares that the product, MiC, to which this declaration relates, is in material conformity with the following standards or other normative documents: (EN50081-1/EN55022; 1995) and (EN50082-1/IEC 801-2, 3, 4; 1992) following the provisions of: (73/23/EEC – Low Voltage Directive) and (89/336/EEC – EMC Directive) Declaration of Conformity – Japan Apogee Electronics Corporation hereby declares that MiC, t
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