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Thank you for buying the Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB cardioid dynamic USB/XLR microphone.  
Equipped with both USB and an XLR outputs, this digital/analog mic is designed both for live 
performance and digitally capturing music or any acoustic audio source using your favorite recording 
software. 

The ATR2100-USB offers high-quality articulation and intelligibility perfect for home studio recording, 
field recording, podcasting, voiceover, and on-stage use. Its cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of 
sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source.

The microphone also features a built-in headphone jack with volume control that allows you to directly 
monitor your microphone’s output during recording.  The microphone’s focused pickup pattern delivers 
excellent off-axis rejection, while its A/D converter with a 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate ensures 
clear, articulate sound reproduction.

Audio-Technica’s state-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure that the microphone 
complies with the company’s renowned consistency and reliability standards.  

Features

•  Handheld dynamic microphone with USB digital output and XLR analog output  
•  USB output connects to your computer for digital recording, while the XLR output  
  connects with your sound system’s conventional microphone input for use in live  
  performance
•  Smooth, extended frequency response ideally suited for podcasting, home studio  
  recording, field recording, voiceover, and on-stage use
•  Built-in headphone jack allows you to directly monitor your microphone’s output without  
  audible delay 
•  Adjust headphone volume with easy-to-use controls on the bottom of the microphone 
•  High-quality A/D converter with 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate 
•  Compatible with Windows and Mac
•  Low-mass diaphragm provides excellent frequency response  
•  Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving  
  isolation of desired sound source
•  Tripod desk stand with folding legs for secure and easily portable tabletop use
•  Pivoting, threaded stand mount attaches securely to the supplied tripod or to a  
  conventional microphone stand
•  USB and XLR cables included
•  Durable metal construction for long-lasting performance
•  On/off switch functions for both USB and analog operation

Compliance with FCC rules (USA only)

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. 
 

FCC WARNING

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could 
void your authority to operate this equipment.

Canada only

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB -003 du Canada.

Summary of Contents for ATR2100-USB

Page 1: ...ne with pivot mount desk stand 3 Preliminary setup with Mac OS X 4 Preliminary setup with Windows XP 6 Preliminary setup with Windows Vista 9 Preliminary setup with Windows 7 10 Using headphones 13 Se...

Page 2: ...mance Smooth extended frequency response ideally suited for podcasting home studio recording field recording voiceover and on stage use Built in headphone jack allows you to directly monitor your micr...

Page 3: ...g your headphones 10 USB cable 11 XLRM to XLRF cable Setting up your microphone with included pivot mount and tripod desk stand A Screw the pivot mount microphone mount onto the threaded portion of th...

Page 4: ...The microphone s blue LED will illuminate indicating the microphone is receiving power Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device and install a driver 2 To select the ATR2100 USB as yo...

Page 5: ...o display the Sound preference pane 4 Click the Input tab and select the ATR2100 USB as the device for sound input Your preferences are now set to use the ATR2100 USB on your Mac with GarageBand or an...

Page 6: ...ic is receiving power Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device and install a driver 2 In the lower right portion of your screen you may see a message that new hardware was found or yo...

Page 7: ...7 4 Select Sounds and Audio Devices...

Page 8: ...Volume button beneath Sound recording Default device Preliminary setup with Windows XP continued ATR2100 USB 7 Through the Wave In window you can set the computer volume or mute the microphone Your pr...

Page 9: ...er right portion of your screen you may see a message that new hardware was found or you may see a driver software installation notice 3 To select the ATR2100 USB as your default recording device begi...

Page 10: ...automatically recognize the USB device and install a driver 2 In the lower right portion of your screen you may get a message that new hardware was found or you may see a driver software installation...

Page 11: ...11 4 Select Sound 5 The following screen will pop up...

Page 12: ...s window Select the levels tab to adjust microphone level loudness You may need to come back to this window to readjust the level after you begin recording Preliminary setup with Windows 7 continued Y...

Page 13: ...or through your recording software If your recording program shows insufficient level you can increase the microphone gain either from the control panel or system preferences settings or through your...

Page 14: ...MAC OS X USB 1 0 or 2 0 64 MB RAM minimum Windows XP Vista Windows 7 USB 1 0 or 2 0 64 MB RAM minimum In the interest of standards development A T U S offers full details on its test methods to other...

Page 15: ...lace any product with one of equal value Except to the extent precluded by applicable state law A T U S will have no liability for any consequential incidental or special damages any warranty of merch...

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