TEMPO USB MICROPHONE
C ongratulations on your purchase of the MXL Tempo USB microphone. MXL microphones are the result of worldclass engineering and manufacturing capabilities. They are designed to provide you with outstanding performance and exceptional value. While we encourage you to review this entire manual, there are a few key points about handling this microphone that we want you to familiarize yourself with right from the start.
that will interface with Windows® operating system and Mac® computers without the need for any special drivers. Because it is a USB device, this microphone does not require an external microphone preamp, as is the case with most condenser microphones. When recording an outdoor performance, use a windscreen to protect your microphone from recording problems caused by wind and damage from the elements. Unpack Your Microphone Begin by examining the contents of your MXL USB kit.
of the cable will connect to your computer’s USB port. Connecting the Microphone to Your Computer (Windows) The MXL Tempo USB microphone will operate with both USB 2.0 (high speed USB) and USB 1.1 data buses. We recommend you connect your microphone directly to the computer’s USB port as opposed to using a USB hub. USB hubs have been known to interfere with the performance of various USB devices. PLEASE NOTE: Audio and video recording can be very taxing to a computer’s resources.
Initial Setup with Windows XP Operating System 1. 2. 3. To select the MXL Tempo USB microphone as the default audio device, go to the Start Menu and select Control Panel. Select Sounds and Audio Devices. Click on the Audio tab and select USB audio CODEC as the default device for Sound playback and Sound Recording. www.mxlmics.
4. To adjust the headphone volume, click on the Volume button under Sound playback. 5. The master volume can be changed by moving the Speaker fader up or down. 6. To adjust the volume of the microphone signal directly to the headphones, adjust the Microphone fader up or down (this does not affect the volume of the microphone signal being recorded). 6 www.mxlmics.
. To adjust the volume of the microphone signal that goes to the computer and is recorded, click on the Volume button under sound recording. 8. Adjust the level by moving the Microphone fader up or down. The gain of the microphone is very sensitive. For most applications, the gain will be set towards the bottom of the fader. Your computer is now setup to use the MXL Tempo USB microphone with most recording applications.
Initial Setup with Windows Vista/Windows 7 Operating Systems 1. To select the Tempo USB microphone as the default audio device, go to the Start Menu and select Control Panel. 2. Double click the Sound icon. 3. Select the Playback tab. Highlight the speaker icon labeled as USB AUDIO CODEC and click Set Default. To make further adjustments to the playback volume, double-click on the speaker icon labeled USB AUDIO CODEC. 8 www.mxlmics.
4. Click on the tab labeled Levels. The volume of the headphones can be adjusted by moving the fader labeled as Speakers. To adjust the volume of the microphone signal directly to the headphones, adjust the Microphone fader (this does not affect the volume of the microphone signal being recorded). Then click OK. 5. To set the MXL Tempo USB microphone as the default input, select the Recording tab in the Sound window. Highlight the microphone icon labeled USB AUDIO CODEC and click Set Default.
6. Click on the tab labeled Levels and adjust the Microphone fader. The gain of the microphone is very sensitive. For most applications the fader will be set towards the left. To make adjustments to the sample rate and bit depth, click on the tab labeled Advanced and select the appropriate setting in the drop down menu. Your computer is now setup to use the MXL Tempo USB microphone with most recording applications. Some applications will require additional settings to be changed within the program.
3. Click on the Output tab, then select the device named USB Audio CODEC. You can adjust the headphone volume by moving the fader labeled Output Volume. 4. Next click on the Input tab and select the device named USB Audio CODEC. You can adjust the microphone volume by moving the Input Volume fader. The gain of the microphone is very sensitive. For most applications the fader will be set more towards the left.
www.mxlmics.com Warranty Marshall microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of purchase. Should you encounter any problem with this unit, promptly contact the company you purchased it from for assistance. The original dated sales receipt will be necessary for any warranty claim.
