Stream OWNER’S MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................ 1 WHAT’S IN THE BOX...................................................................................................... 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW .................................................................................................. 3 Controls...........................................................................................................................
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase! This manual includes information on the JBL Quantum Stream microphone. We encourage you to take a few minutes to read this manual, which describes the product and includes step-by-step instructions to help you to set up and get started. Read and understand all the safety instructions before using your product. If you have any questions about this product or its operation, please contact your retailer or customer service, or visit us at www.JBLQuantum.
What’s in the box 01 03 02 01 JBL Quantum Stream microphone 02 USB power cable (USB-A to USB-C) 03 QSG, warranty card and safety sheet -2-
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Controls 01 02 03 04 09 05 08 06 07 01 • Mutes or unmutes the microphone. 02 Volume knob • Adjusts headphone volume. • Lights up white when the polar pattern is cardioid (default). • Lights up green when the polar pattern is omnidirectional. 03 04 05 USB-C port 06 Rotary joint 07 Microphone stand 08 Ring LED (RGB lighting + mute/unmute indicator) 09 3.
Getting started System compatibility • PC and Mac (desktop or laptop) with USB-A or USB-C ports • Mobile devices with USB-C ports • PlayStation™: PS4/PS5 console with USB-A port • Nintendo Switch™ with USB-C port and Nintendo Switch™ console with USB-A port Connecting USB power cable * 1. Connect the black connector (USB-C) to your microphone. 2. Connect the orange connector (USB-A) to your PC, Mac, PS4/PS5 console or Nintendo Switch™ console.
NOTE: • USB-C to USB-C cable is not included by-pack. Connectivity with USB-C may not work with all models of said devices. Connecting a monitoring headphone * 2.5 mm 3.5 mm 3.5 mm 1. Connect a 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable or a 3.5mm to 2.5mm cable to the headphone port on the microphone. 2. Connect the other end to a monitoring headphone. You can hear sounds from the microphone. First-time setup (for PC only) Download from www.jblquantum.
Software requirements Platform: Windows 10 (64 bit only) / Windows 11 500MB of free hard drive space for installation 1. Connect the microphone to your PC via USB connection. (See “Positioning”). 2. Go to “Sound Settings” -> “Sound Control Panel”. 3. Under “Playback” highlight “JBL Quantum Stream” and select “Set Default” -> “Default Device”. 4. Under “Recording” highlight “JBL Quantum Stream” and select “Set Default” -> “Default Device”. 5.
Using your microphone Selecting a polar pattern >2S The polar pattern defines a microphone’s sound pickup sensitivity related to its angle and directions. Select an appropriate polar pattern according to your recording needs. • Hold the volume knob for 2 seconds to switch between cardioid (default) and omnidirectional. Polar pattern Applicable scenarios Cardioid Individual podcasts, gaming, streaming, voiceovers, instruments etc.
Positioning For optimal performance, speak towards the side instead of the top of the microphone. Recommended Not recommended Mute/unmute ×1 >5S • Press on the top to mute or unmute the microphone.
• Hold for 5 seconds to turn off RGB light on the ring LED. Hold the same button for 5 seconds to turn it on again. Ring LED color Meaning Microphone status RGB lighting off, mute/unmute indicator in red (30% brightness) Muted RGB lighting off, mute/unmute indicator off Unmuted Volume/gain adjustment ×1 + To adjust the headphone and sidetone volume: • Rotate the volume knob clockwise or counterclockwise. The side tone is off by default.
Mounting options You can either place the microphone on an even surface directly or mount it with compatible accessories (not included). Mic mount with 5/8" male screw 01 02 1. Rotate counterclockwise to screw out the microphone from the stand. 2. Attach the microphone onto a mic mount (a tripod or boom arm etc.) with 5/8" (15.88 mm) male screw securely.
Mic mount with 1/4" male screw 01 02 03 04 1. Rotate counterclockwise to screw out the microphone from the stand. 2. Use a 3/32" (2.5 mm) slotted screwdriver to keep the threaded nut on the top of the stand in place. Then rotate counterclockwise to screw it out from the stand. 3. Screw the nut into the hole at the bottom of the microphone securely. 4. Attach the microphone onto a mic mount (a tripod or boom arm etc.) with 1/4" (6.35 mm) male screw securely.
Shock mount for 2.2" diameter microphones 01 02 1. Rotate counterclockwise to screw out the microphone from the stand. 2. Attach the microphone onto a shock mount supporting 2.2" (55 mm) diameter microphones securely.
Product Specifications MICROPHONE • Power required/consumption: 5 V • Sample rates: 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 96 kHz • Bit rate: 16 / 24 bit • Capsules: 14 mm Electret Condenser Microphone • Polar patterns: Cardioid & Omni-directional • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz • Sensitivity: -37 ± 3 dB (1 kHz@1 Pa, 0 dB = 1 v/Pa) • Maximum SPL: 110 dB 500 mA HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER • Impedance: >16 ohm • Power output (RMS): 45 mWrms per channel (Load = 32 ohms) • THD: <0.
Troubleshooting If you have problems using this product, check the following points before you request service. No power • Make sure that the microphone is properly connected and compatible with your PC, Mac or gaming console device. No sound from my headphone • Make sure that the microphone is properly connected to your headphone and PC, Mac or gaming console device. • Make sure that you have chosen JBL Quantum Stream as the sound source of your PC, Mac or gaming console device.
Poor sound or Sound not l0ud enough • Increase the microphone gain to an appropriate level. • Move the microphone closer to the sound source. • Select an appropriate polar pattern. • Speak towards the side instead of the top of the microphone. My voice cannot be heard by my teammates • Make sure that you have chosen JBL Quantum Stream as the recording device in the sound settings of your PC, Mac or gaming console device. • Make sure that the microphone is not muted.
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