Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
These operating instructions are a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com).
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lming, or the capture in electronic data
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These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in technology and equipment reserved.
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Intended Use
analogue signal of a microphone is transmitted through the microphone interface to a computer.
The power supply and signal transmission occurs through the USB interface of the computer.
The recording on the computer can be done with any commercially available audio software. No
additional drivers are required.
The product may only be used indoors; never outdoors. Do not expose the device to damp, e.g.
in bathrooms etc.
The device is to be supplied with power only via the USB interface.
Any use other than as described above may lead to damage to the product and can also be
dangerous.
Always observe the safety instructions.
This product complies with the national and European legal requirements.
Safety Instructions
The warranty will be void in the event of damage caused by failure to observe
these safety instructions! We do not assume liability for any resulting dam-
age.
We do not assume any liability for material and personal damage caused by
improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions. The warranty
will be void in such cases.
The exclamation mark indicates important information in these operating in-
structions that should always be observed.
• For safety reasons, any unauthorised conversion and/or modi
fi
cation to the product is not
permitted.
• When connecting the microphone interface, pay attention to the safety instructions for the
device, to which it is to be connected.
• Do not expose the device to high temperatures, dripping or water sprays, strong vibrations or
heavy mechanical stress.
• Never pour liquids on to electrical devices, and never place any objects containing liquids
(such as vases) on top of them or near them. You run the risk of causing a
fi
re or a fatal electric
shock. Should such an event nevertheless occur, immediately disconnect the power plug from
the USB interface and summon expert assistance.
• Do not place open sources of
fi
re, such as burning candles, right next to the device.
• Only use the product in a temperate climate, never in a tropical climate.
• Do not leave the packaging material carelessly lying around since it may become a dangerous
plaything for children.
• In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer’s Liability
Insurance Association for Electrical Systems and Operating Materials are to be observed.
• If in doubt about how to connect the device correctly, or should any questions arise that are
not answered in these operating instructions, please contact our technical advisory service or
another specialist.
Description of the Features
• High-quality 16-bit audio DA converter
• Adjustable microphone ampli
fi
er
• Built-in headphone ampli
fi
er with adjustable volume
• Switchable 48V phantom power
• Operating display with transparent LED light ring
• No driver software required
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Connection and Getting Started
Only dynamic microphones or condenser microphones for phantom power
with 48V may be connected to the input.
Only USB interfaces of computers may be connected to the output.
The 48V phantom power may be activated only if a condenser microphone is
connected. With dynamic microphones, the phantom power must be turned
off, since this can be damaged otherwise.
• Connect the provided USB cable to the USB output port of the interface.
• Connect the other end of the USB cable with a suitable USB port on your computer.
• As soon as the interface is operation-ready, the transparent ring on the XLR connection for the
microphone lights up red.
• Connect the XLR plug of the microphone with the XLR input of the interface.
• If you use a condenser microphone, press the 48V button to switch on the phantom power.
The transparent ring on the XLR connection then lights up blue.
• The microphone volume is adjusted with the knob on the interface.
• If you wish to use headphones, connect their plug with the headphone jack on the interface.
• The headphone volume is adjusted with the UP and DOWN buttons.
• Start your audio software and begin the recording.
• After use, separate the device safely from your operating system before you disconnect the
USB cable from the USB port.
Maintenance and Care
This device is maintenance-free.
The outside of the microphone interface should only be cleaned with a soft, slightly damp cloth
or brush.
Never use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions as these may damage the surface
of the case.
Disposal
Electronic devices are recyclable waste materials and must not be disposed of in
the household waste!
Please dispose of the product, when it is no longer of use, according to the current
statutory requirements.
Technical Data
Operating voltage
5 V/DC (via USB interface)
Interface USB
2.0
Operating System
Windows
®
ME or higher
MAC
®
OS9/OS X
Frequency range
20 – 20,000 Hz
Phantom feed
48 V
Headphones impedance
min. 32 Ohm
DA Converter
16 bit
Sampling frequency
44.1 / 48 kHz
Dimensions
24 x 102 x 26 mm
Weight 49
g
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USB 16C Microphone Interface
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