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AUX input (L)
AUX input (R)
AUX input (L)
AUX input (R)
XLR breakout point (Mic input)
to XLR connector
48V Phantom switch
Main output (L)
Mono when
MQ1 is ‘ON’
Main output (R)
MicroMeek MQ1 Quick Start Guide
MicroMeek MQ1 Quick Start Guide
JOEMEEK
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C O M P R E S S I O N
C O M P R E S S I O N
C O M P R E S S I O N
C O M P R E S S I O N
IMPORTANT - PLEASE REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT NOW! To be eligible for future updates, and
your full factory warranty, you must register online. See enclosed CD or email-
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Fletcher Electroacoustics Ltd. St Marys, Barton Road, Torquay, Devon. TQ1 4DP. ENGLAND
(International) - +44 1803 321921 (UK) - 08707 JOEMEEK
IMPORTANT - Correct earthing means lower noise recordings
Install the MQ1 as shown.
Please check package contents
·
MicroMeek Drivebay unit
·
MicroMeek connection card
·
26 way audio/data cable
·
XLR microphone cable
·
JOEMEEK installation CDROM
·
Quick Start Guide
·
Mounting screws
General Safety Precautions
·
Do not spill any liquid of any kind on
the unit
·
Do not place heavy objects on the unit
·
Do not attempt to service the unit
yourself
MicroMeek controls
(ON) enables MicroMeek mic or instrument
input. When off, the auxiliary inputs are fed
directly to the main outputs.
(Input Gain) adjusts the gain of the 5 stage
CurrentSense pre amplifier for mic and
line/instrument inputs.
(Comp) Enables the JOEMEEK optical
compressor. Indicator shows green when
compression is enabled, and flashes orange
with compression effect.
(Compression) Adjusts the overall
compression effect - like a threshold control.
(Att) Compression attack time - in - fast,
1ms. out-slow, 5ms
(Rel) Compression release time - in - fast,
500ms. Out-slow, 1500ms
(Instrument) Unbalanced high impedance
instrument input
(Low) +/- 16dB 80Hz MeQ control
(Mid) +/- 16dB 1.8KHz MeQ control
(High) +/- 16dB 8KHz MeQ control
(Input Meter) Post compression level
indicator. -30dB, 0dB, +10dB
(Out vol) Output gain trim from off to +6dB.
MicroMeek MQ1 inputs and outputs
MicroMeek MQ1 inputs and outputs
MicroMeek MQ1 inputs and outputs
MicroMeek MQ1 inputs and outputs
Supplied screws
Earthing strap
Make sure that the earthing tag has a good metal-metal connection to the computer case. This
ensures maximum noise performance when recording.
Install the daughter board in any available slot, and connect the ribbon cable to daughter
board and main MQ1 unit. Add a power cable to the MQ1, and re-assemble your system.
Refer to the FAQ section on the disk for advice on sound card connecting cable advice.
disclaimer: By installing the MicroMeek in your computer you will be opening your computer
case. Please consult your computer's handbook before continuing: you may be invalidating your
computer's guarantee by proceeding with this installation yourself.
If you are not confident at handling computer parts, please seek a qualified person to complete
the installation for you.
Fletcher Electroacoustics does not accept any responsibility for damage caused by mis-
installation.