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9.  Launch your audio recording software.

10.  Position the U7 approximately 4 to 6 inches from the sound source for 
 best 

results.

11.  Locate the preferences in your audio program and select the “C-Media 
 

USB Audio Device”. Adjust the input level in this program so that the 

 

audio signal is not distorted.

12. Enjoy your CAD U7 USB Tabletop Recording Microphone.

Mac OSX recognition instructions

1.  Plug the U7 into the USB port on the computer.

 

(When using a USB hub, check with the hub manufacturer to be sure 

 

the hub supports a device such as a microphone. Plug the U7 directly 

 

into the computer’s powered USB port for optimal performance.)

2.  Allow 30 to 60 seconds for the system software to recognize the U7.

3.  Go to the Apple Menu and locate “System Preferences”.

 

4.  Under “Hardware” click on the “Sound” icon.

 

5.  Click on the “Input” button and choose the “C-Media USB Audio Device”.

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6.  Click on the “Output” button and choose the internal speakers or the 
 

output speakers of your choice. (The “Sound playback” should remain 

 

your usual sound output device).

7.  Position the U7 4 to 6 inches away from your source (your mouth or 
 music 

instrument).

8.  Test the U7 by speaking or playing into the microphone.

9.  You will see activity in the “Input Level” meter.

10.  As you are speaking or playing adjust the “Input Volume” slider. Take 
 

care not to allow the signal to go beyond the meter, if the meter is 

 

fully illuminated the sound can become distorted. The meter should be 

 

illuminated 3/4ths of the way to obtain the best sound quality.

11.  Close the System Preferences window to complete the settings.

12.  Launch your audio recording software.

13. Position the U7 approximately 4 to 6 inches from the sound source for 
 best 

results.

14. Locate the Preferences in your audio program and select the “C-Media 
 

USB Audio Device”. Adjust the input level in this program so that the 

 

audio signal is strong but not distorted.

15. Enjoy your CAD U7 USB Tabletop Recording Microphone.

CAD Professional Microphones

6573 Cochran Rd., Bldg. 

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Solon, OH 44139

800-762-9266  www.cadmics.com

NOTE:

 

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 

a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are 
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when 
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment gener-
ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used 
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to 
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely 
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct 
the interference at his own expense.

Two-Year Limited Warranty

CAD Professional Microphones hereby warrants that this product will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a 
period of two years from the date of purchase. In the unlikely event that a defect occurs CAD will, at its option, either repair 
or replace with a new unit of equal or greater value. Retain proof of purchase to validate the purchase date and return it with 
any warranty claim.
Return warranty claims carefully packed, insured and prepaid to the Service Department at the address listed below.
This warranty excludes exterior fi nish or appearance, damage from abuse, misuse of the product, use contrary to CAD’s 
instructions or unauthorized repair. All implied warranties, merchantability, or fi tness for a particular purpose is hereby 
disclaimed and CAD hereby disclaims liability for incidental, special or consequential damages resulting from the use or 
unavailability of this product.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from state to state. Some states do not 
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, 
so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
Note: No other warranty, written or oral is authorized by CAD Professional Microphones.

Shipping Instructions

Please call our customer service department at 440-349-4900 for a pre-approved return authorization number. Carefully 
repack the unit and return it to: CAD Professional Microphones, 6573 Cochran Road, Building 

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, Solon, Ohio 44139. 

RETURNS WITHOUT A PRE-APPROVED RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER WILL BE REFUSED.
If outside the United States, contact your local dealer or distributor for warranty details.

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