MicroTrack 24/96
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User Guide
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1 - Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the M-Audio MicroTrack 24/96. The MicroTrack 24/96 is a portable recorder that can record stereo audio
signals directly to CompactFlash media in either WAV or MP3 format. The MicroTrack 24/96 has an internal rechargeable battery. There are
connections for 1/8” electret microphones, as well as professional 1/4” TRS inputs for dynamic and condenser microphones. The MicroTrack 24/96
will supply 5V for electret mics and phantom power for condenser mics. You can also connect your MicroTrack 24/96 to a computer via the USB
connection. This connection will allow audio files to be transferred to and from the computer as well as providing power to recharge the MicroTrack
24/96 battery. While the MicroTrack 24/96 is simple to use, we still suggest that you read through this entire manual to familiarize yourself with all
the functions contained within this portable unit.
What’s in the Box
You should have received the following items in your MicroTrack 24/96 box:
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MicroTrack 24/96 unit
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USB cable
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Stereo “T” microphone
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Earbuds
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Protective bag
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USB power supply
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CompactFlash card
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Printed Quick Start Guide
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CD-ROM containing this User Manual and Audacity editing software
Product Features
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Records stereo WAV and MP3 files
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16- or 24-bit recording and playback
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Supports common sample rates from 44.1kHz to 96kHz
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Built-in rechargeable battery*
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Back-lit LCD display
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2 x 1/4” TRS mic/line inputs with phantom power
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1 x 1/8” stereo electret mic input with 5V power
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1 x 1/8” headphone output
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2 x RCA line outputs
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1 x S/PDIF input
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1 x USB connector
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Uses CompactFlash or Microdrives of any size (64MB minimum)
* Battery life is dependent on the usage scenario. For example, a stereo recording from two condenser mics with phantom power switched on
will deplete the battery quicker than just listening to audio playback.
Minimum System Requirements
PC:
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Windows 2000 (SP4) or Windows XP (SP1)
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Available USB port
Mac:
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Mac OS X 10.2.8, Mac OS X 10.3.7, or Mac OS X 10.4
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Available USB port
Manual Conventions
There are a few conventions used in this manual to differentiate buttons, actions, and displays from one another. Names of buttons on the
MicroTrack 24/96 are shown in brackets, such as [MENU]. Actions performed by the user are shown in italics, such as press in and hold the [NAV]
wheel. Finally, text shown on the LCD screen of the MicroTrack 24/96 is shown in quotes, such as “Battery Charged.”
1 - Introduction
