ATR2USB
3.5 mm to USB Audio Adapter
Instruction Manual
ATR2USB 3.5 mm to USB Audio Adapter
Manuel d’utilisation
Adaptateur audio ATR2USB 3,5 mm vers USB
Manual de instrucciones
Adaptador de audio de 3,5 mm a USB ATR2USB
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Audio-Technica U.S., Inc.
1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224 USA +1 (330) 686-2600
www.audio-technica.com
©2012 Audio-Technica U.S., Inc.
P52408
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materials and workmanship. In event of a defect, End-User’s exclusive remedy is at A.T.U.S.’ elec-
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the product. A.T.U.S. reserves the right to replace any product with one of equal value. The product
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proof of original purchase and $8.00 for handling and return to a U.S. address. Check or money order
required; no cash or stamps.
This warranty excludes defects due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage, or failure to use
product in accordance with instructions. This warranty is void in the event of unauthorized repair or
modification, or removal or defacing of the product labeling.
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Audio-Technica U.S., Inc.
1221 Commerce Drive
Stow, Ohio 44224
English
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.
The ATR2USB 3.5 mm to USB Audio Adapter turns any headphone, microphone or headset with
3.5 mm plug into a USB-compatible device. This 3.5 mm to USB audio adapter is equipped with
microphone and headphone inputs, a mute button, and volume control. The adapter features USB
2.0 full speed operation, and it provides plug-in power for microphones that need power.
Features
USB 2.0 full speed operation
16 bit, 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz sample rate for high-definition audio
Provides plug-in power for mics that need power
Compatible with Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and Mac OSX
1. 3.5 mm (
1
/
8
") Headphone Jack for connecting your favorite headphones
2. 3.5 mm (
1
/
8
") Microphone Jack allows you to connect a standard microphone with
3.5 mm (
1
/
8
") connector for quality recording/communication
3. Rotary Volume Control adjusts headphone volume
4. Mute Light illuminates red when the microphone is muted
5. Mute Button silences microphone audio at the touch of a button
6. USB Light illuminates green when properly connected to a powered computer USB port and
microphone is not muted.
7. USB Connector – digital audio interface allows connection to a powered USB port and
microphone is not muted.
Operation
Headphones Connection
Use the 3.5 mm (
1
/
8
") headphone jack to connect headphones to your ATR2USB Adapter. Adjust
volume by rotary control; observe indicator for increasing or decreasing level.
Note:
Volume
comes up at the level that was set when previous operation was disconnected.
Microphone Connection
Use the 3.5 mm (
1
/
8
") microphone jack to connect a standard microphone with 3.5 mm connector
to your ATR2USB Adapter for quality recording/communication.
USB Connection
Connect the USB connector to a computer’s powered USB port. The green USB light should
illuminate.
Note:
Be certain to use a powered USB port. When plugged into a monitor USB port
there is sometimes insufficient power to operate a microphone that requires plug-in power. In this
case, plug directly into your computer USB port.
Windows Operating Systems
From the Control Panel, open Sounds and Audio Devices. In the Audio tab, select ATR2USB
from the drop-down menus for Sound playback and Sound recording.
Macintosh OSX Operating Systems
In System Preferences, open the Sound Preference window. Select ATR2USB from both the Input
and Output tabs.
Muting
Press the mute button to silence microphone audio. The red mute light should illuminate (green
LED will turn off). Press again to un-mute.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
No USB light
Verify USB port is powered USB 1.1 or 2.0.
No sound in headphones
Use rotary control to turn up the volume.
Headphones are not
Windows: From Control Panel, open Sound and Audio
loud enough
Devices, select Audio tab, click Volume under Sound
playback and turn up Volume Control.
Mac: From System Preferences, select Sound, select
Output tab and turn up Output volume.
No sound from microphone
Check to see if microphone is muted (red LED
illuminated). Check to be certain the microphone and
headphone plugs are fully inserted. Make certain the
headphone or microphone you are using is not defective.
Specifications*
Frequency Response:
20 Hz-20 kHz (±1 dB);
Signal to Noise Rate:
>70 dB;
Operation Voltage:
USB
5V;
USB Compatible:
USB 1.0/USB 1.1/USB 2.0 full-speed;
Bit Depth:
16 Bit;
Sampling Rate:
44.1 kHz/
48 kHz;
USB Type:
USB-B Type;
Headphone Output Power:
13 mW @ 16 Ohms;
Headphone Input:
3.5 mm (
1
/
8
");
Microphone Input:
3.5 mm (
1
/
8
");
Operation System:
Windows XP/Vista/Win7/MAC OS/
Linux; Compatible with Win 2000/ Win XP/ Vista/ Win 7 and Mac OSX without additional driver
* Specifications measured with headphones in active mode. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
