User manual SAMSON C01U

[. . . ] With proper care and adequate air circulation, your C01U will operate trouble free for many years. We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future reference. Serial number: __________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________ Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. [. . . ] To set it as the default device and change computer-controlled gain, access Control Panel (figure 3). The default device is used in simple programs like those for teleconferencing or Sound Recorder. In most pro audio programs you can select which device (or multiple devices) to use within the program itself (figure 5). To set computer-controlled gain, click the button with the volume icon. The Wave In window sets the computer-controlled gain or mutes the microphone. The gain in Windows 98 is limited to ­ dB to 0 dB, instead of +20 dB. This is a limitation of the Windows 98 drivers (figure 6). Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 6 Using the C01U Driver Software Installing the C01U Software The C01U can work with most audio software by simply connecting the microphone to your computer using the supplied USB cable. However, to take advantage of the advance features you should install the Samson C01U software. Just type samsontech. com into your favorite internet browser, look for the C01U driver link and follow the on screen instructions to download the driver. After you download the driver software, run the installation program and start to use the C01U software. Once you have the C01U software installed you can operate your C01U by following the simple instructions outlined in the following sections of this manual. Setting a Good Level One of the most important fundamentals of good audio engineering is setting proper levels. Even on a small typical mixer, or basic multi-track recorder, there are several controls that affect the level of a signal as it makes it's way from your sound source to your speakers and then, ultimately, the level of your headphone or monitor system. These include pre-amp gain, EQ, aux sends and returns, channel fader level, bus or group levels, and finally, the master fader. That's not to mention the level of the 5:15 train on its way to Pennsylvania station who's thunderous crossing horn can be picked up from 5 miles away while miking a nylon string guitar, despite the use of double moving blankets over the windows of your project studio. Start off by being aware that anytime you change any control in the audio path, you are probably affecting gain somewhere. Then, be sure to carefully monitor the levels on your input and output meters to avoid a clipped signal with too many peaks. Also, remember your ear is the most sophisticated and calibrated piece of test gear you have. So, setting a good level should be approached from a technical point of view, and then confirmed, by a creative point of view. INPUT GAIN ­ Fader The C01U has a onboard, digitally controlled analog INPUT GAIN stage which is controlled by the C01U software Fader. The C01U can accept levels from most microphones by using the INPUT GAIN fader. You can use the INPUT GAIN control to adjust the level of your input signal. [. . . ] If you're using a US 5/8" mic stand or boom, remove the Euro adapter. Remove the C01U swivel mount by rotating the threaded collar counterclockwise as shown in figure 1. Install the C01U into the SP01 by fitting the microphone into the center of the web, positioning the C01U onto the bottom mounting plate. Secure the SP01 by reinstalling the threaded collar, rotating clockwise until tight. [. . . ]