Contents page IMPORTANT Safety Instructions 3 PART I: Turntable Operation 4 Turntable Part Names / Functions Listening to an Album How to Replace the Turntable Stylus (Needle) 4 4 5 PART II: Record from Turntable to PC or Mac 6 Audacity Audacity Software & USB Connection 6 6 Audacity for PC Set Up Wizard: How to Set Up with PC Installing Audacity Software on your PC Audacity Control Panel & Configuring Audacity Settings Configuring Settings for PC (Windows) 7 7 8 12 13 Recording to a PC Export
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Head all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with a dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation opening(s), install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
PART I: Turntable Operation Turntable Part Names / Functions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Removable Dust Cover Platter 45 rpm Adapter Tone Arm Tone Arm Lift Lever 3 Speed Switch (33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm) 7. Auto Stop Control Switch 8. Tone Arm Rest 9. USB Jack (connect to PC or Mac) 10. RCA Output (connect to stereo /audio system) 11. AC Power Cord (connect to wall power outlet) 12. Turntable Feet 13. Ceramic (Needle) Stylus 14.
LISTENING to an Album 1. Lift and remove the dust cover ① 2. Connect the AC power cord 11 ○ to an electrical outlet (120V~60Hz) 3. Use RCA cables to connect the RCA output 10 ○ to your powered speaker or stereo system. Make sure the red RCA and white RCA are inserted in the red and white jacks accordingly. 4. Place a record on the turntable and select the player speed (33/45/78) ○ 6 according to the desired record speed. NOTE: when playing a 45 rpm record, use the 45 rpm adapter ③. 5.
PART II: Record from Turntable to PC or Mac Audacity Audacity is the recording and editing software program included with your VINYLWRITER PICO turntable. You must install Audacity (or an alternative recording software) on your computer to record audio from your VINYLWRITER PICO to your computer. The Audacity disc includes software for use with PC (Audacity Version 1.2.6) and Mac (Audacity Version 1.3.7) computers.
Audacity for PC Set Up Wizard: How to Set Up with PC To open the Set Up Wizard and install Audacity to your computer follow these steps: 1. Insert the Audacity software disk that comes with your unit. Go to My Computer and double click the CD ROM Drive. NOTE: The CD may automatically launch the Set Up Wizard. IF this is the case, refer to page 11. 2. 3. Five folders should appear from the Audacity disk.
Installing Audacity Software on your PC 1. The Audacity Setup Wizard will appear, Click on Next > to begin the software install process. 2. Click on “I accept the agreement” and click on Next.
3. Continue to click on the Next> buttons.
NOTE: be sure the box beside the Create a desktop icon is selected so that a shortcut to the Audacity program is saved on your Desktop. 4. Click on the Install button to start installation.
5. Click on Finish to complete installation. 6. You can now open the Audacity software and start recording your files using Audacity: NOTE: Once installed, you should NOT have to re-install the Audacity software again. For additional information regarding Audacity features & applications, please visit the Audacity website at: http://audacity.sourceforge.
Audacity Control Panel & Configuring Audacity Settings Audacity Control Panel Buttons & Settings The Audacity control panel is the interface to apply recording settings & operate recording controls. Use the File and Edit to save, export and modify setting Preferences (View, Project, Generate, Effect and Analyze menus are advanced features to edit audio recordings).
Configuring Settings for PC (Windows) You should be able to connect your VINYLWRITER PICO to your computer with the USB cord, power on your turntable then open Audacity, press play on your play, record on the Audacity control panel and begin to record. However, in some instances you may have to configure the settings (Preferences). To configure the setting preferences: ¾ open Audacity ¾ select Edit ¾ then select Preferences and ¾ refer to the Audio I/O tab. Audacity Preferences 1.
NOTE: Alternative device selections may include “Microsoft Sound Mapper” that may offer an alternative quality recording device. Under the Channels Section: ¾ Click on the “Channel” drop down menu and select 2 (Stereo). NOTE: IF you select 1 (Mono) all recordings will be in mono tone. Under the Feature Options: ¾ Click the box for Software Playthrough (Play new track while recording it). NOTE: 2.
Recording to a PC To record audio to your computer: 1. Place your album on the turntable platter and align the cartridge slightly ahead of the track you want to begin recording. Lower the cartridge (needle) to the album. 2. Click the Record button to start recording. The waves (top and bottom) will show on the interface. 3. Record the entire album or random tracks by clicking the “Pause” button on the computer (Audacity Interface Control Panel) to allow time to prepare for the next song or album.
To playback recorded audio through your computer click the ( ¾ NOTE: ) to play. For more details regarding Audacity operation and revised versions of Audacity software, visit the Audacity website at http://audacity.sourceforge.net. Dividing Tracks & Exporting Should you wish to divide a song or a series of song after recording you track: ) button to return to the beginning of the track. 1. Press ( 2. Move cursor to the wave graphic area, left click mouse and hold then drag from left to right.
Audio Playback & Special Windows Set Up (Windows 7) In some instances audio may NOT be heard from your computer’s speakers during the recording process or during playback. 1. NO AUDIO during PLAYBACK When the Turntable is connected to your PC over the USB, the default playback d evice changes to the USB Audio CODEC while connected. ¾ Solution (1) Preferred: Disconnect the USB cable from the PC.
2. NO AUDIO during RECORDING Audio may NOT be heard from the your computer speakers when recording (downloading) from your VINYLWRITER PRO to your PC. ¾ Solution: Go to the Audacity Control Panel, click Edit and select “Preference”.
Windows 7 (& Vista systems): Recording Level Adjustments RECORDING: IF the fluctuant wave does not appear on the Audacity Control Panel, or if the audio is distorted when recording, adjust the recording level as follows: ¾ Click “Start” and select Control Panel ¾ In Classic View, double click the Sound icon ¾ Or in Control Panel Home view, click “Hardware and Sound”. Then click “sound”.
¾ In the Sound window, select the “Recording” tab. ¾ Select a recording device. RECOMMENDATION: select Microphone of USB Audio CODEC as shown in the example below and click “Properties”.
¾ Select “Levels” and adjust the Volume Reading. The reading is from 0 to 100. Normally the level should be 3-8. However, you may indicate on the Input Level Indicator in the Audacity control panel that the level does not exceed 0. Then click “OK” on Microphone properties and sound interface. Close the Control Panel. NOTE: There is no “Levels” tab in the “Sound” window for some OS systems including Windows 98 and Windows 2000. For Windows 7 and Vista, there is a “Levels” tab in the “Sound” window.
Audacity for Mac Set Up Wizard: 1. How to Set Up & Record to Mac Insert the Audacity software disk included with your unit. Click the Audacity disk on the Desktop. There are five folders in the Audacity disk. Double click Audacity_for_MAC for Macintosh system, and select Audacity_for_WIN for Windows system.
Audacity Software & USB Connection Your Mac and Audacity must recognize your USB connection to your VINYLWRITER PICO turntable. Therefore, always turn on your computer and connect the USB cable to the turntable’s and the computer’s USB port. Then, with the AC adapter connected to your turntable, move the tone arm towards the album to start the turntable.
At the top of the main Audacity window, to the right of the play control buttons, you will see the input and output level meters (labeled L and R). Under the output level meter is an icon that looks like a microphone. Next to the microphone is a black arrow that points down. Click this arrow and select Start Monitor. (If you don't see the input and output level meters, Preferences should be adjusted.) Audacity Preferences 1. Click the “Audacity” on the Audacity Control Panel and select “Preferences”.
Under the Playthrough Section ¾ Select the box beside Software Playthrough Play new track while recording it ¾ Select the box beside Hardware Playthrough Play new track while recording it ¾ Click “OK” Note: IF you do not find “microphone (USB Audio CODEC)” as a selection, close Audacity, unplug and plug-in the USB cord to your PC and open Audacity again. 3. Under the Quality tab, set the Default Sample Format to 16 bit. Select OK to save your setting and close the preferences window.
Export and Save Recordings (files) ¾ ¾ ¾ When the recording is complete, click the STOP ( ) button on the control panel and return the tone arm to the rest position on your turntable. Your recording is now downloaded as a data file on your computer. You may play back the recording on your computer using Audacity, click ( ) to play. 1. Click the File tab on the Audacity Control Panel. Select “Export” to save the file. 2. The window below will appear. Click Export.
Accessories Items Included GDI-VW00 Unit 45 rpm Adapter Audacity Software CD Disk for PC&MAC 9V Power Adaptor USB Cable Removable Dust Cover RCA Line cable User Guide Specifications Power Requirements: Input 120V~60Hz; Output 9V Power Consumption: 5 W (approx.) Dimensions (L x W x H): 16” x 12” x 2” (approx.) Weight: 3.5 lbs (approx.) System Requirements Windows XP, Vista, 7 or Mac OS9 or higher/ USB 1.
Trouble Shooting In case of trouble with the unit, please refer to the following problems to see if you can solve and address the issue. __________________________________________________________________________ PROBLEM: NOT RECORDING from Turntable to PC SOLUTION: STEP 1. Confirm the USB cable is connected to PC & Turntable STEP 2. Close and re-open Audacity, click on Edit and select Preferences. The Audio I/O tab will open.
__________________________________________________________________________ PROBLEM: NOT Recording in STEREO to Mac SOLUTION: Close and re-open Audacity, click on Edit and select Preferences. Audio I/O tab will open. Under Recording Check the drop down menu beside Channels.
Warranty • Your VINYLWRITER PICO (GDI-VW00) is supported by a limited manufacturer’s warranty for product defects in material or workmanship that may be evident under normal use for 1 year from date of purchase from an authorized franchisee or dealer. • The warranty stated herein is the only warranty applicable to this product. All other warranties, expressed or implied are hereby disclaimed and are limited by the written limited warranties contained herein.
