AT2020USBi Instruction Manual AT2020USBi Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone Contents Introduction & features 3 Setting up your microphone with pivot mount & desk stand 4 Preliminary setup with Mac OS X 5 Preliminary setup with Windows 8 6 Selecting software 9 Setting your software levels 9 Positioning your microphone 9 Protecting your microphone 9 Specifications 10
Compliance with FCC rules (USA only) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Introduction Thank you for buying the Audio-Technica AT2020USBi Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone. Equipped with a digital output, this microphone is designed for digitally capturing music or any acoustic audio source using your favorite recording software. The AT2020USBi offers studio-quality articulation and intelligibility perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, and voiceover use.
AT2020USBi 1 2 3 6 4 7 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Capsule — Condenser microphone element with cardioid polar pattern Blue LED — Blue light shows microphone is receiving USB power Mic Gain Control — Dial controls input level Metal Construction — Tough, durable, resilient design Digital Output Connector — Use the included USB or Lightning cable to connect AT2020USBi to your Mac, PC, iPad or iPhone USB Cable Lightning Cable Setting up your microphone with included pivot mount and tripod desk stand A.
Preliminary setup with Mac OS X 1. Plug the free end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer. The microphone’s blue LED will illuminate, indicating the microphone is receiving power. Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device and install a driver. 2. To select the AT2020USBi as your audio input, first, open your System Preferences. 3. Next, click Sound to display the Sound preference pane. 4. Click the Input tab and select the AT2020USBi as the device for sound input.
Preliminary setup with Windows 8 1. Plug the free end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer. The microphone’s blue LED light will illuminate, indicating the mic is receiving power. Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device and install a driver. 2. In the lower right portion of your screen you may get a message that new hardware was found; or you may see a driver software installation notice. 3.
Preliminary setup with Windows 8 (continued) 4. Select Sound. 5.
Preliminary setup with Windows 8 (continued) 6. Select the Recording tab, and choose AT2020USBi as the default device. 7. Double click on the AT2020USBi icon to open the Microphone Properties window. Select the Levels tab to adjust microphone level (loudness). It is recommended that you set the gain control on the microphone to max before adjusting the level in Properties. That way any adjustments needed during recording can be easily performed from the microphone itself.
Additional Information Selecting software You have many choices in recording software. Audacity, available for free online at http://audacity.sourceforge.net/, is a widely used software program that provides basic recording software. Setting your software levels Correct adjustment of microphone level is important for optimum performance. Ideally, the microphone level should be as high as possible without overloading the input of your computer.
AT2020USBi Specifications† Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser Polar Pattern: Cardioid Frequency Response: 20 – 20,000 Hz Power Requirements: USB (5V DC); Lightning (3.3V DC) Bit Depth: 24-bit Sample Rate: Up to 96 kHz Controls: Mic gain control Weight: 350 g (12.3 oz) Dimensions: 162.0 mm (6.38") long, 52.0 mm (2.
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