USER’S GUIDE Table of Contents: Introduction...............................
Thank you for choosing Senal. The UC4-B is the ideal microphone for so many different applications, it’s impossible to list them all. Podcasts, voiceovers, instruments, rehearsals, and broadcasts are just some of the great uses for this versatile mic. The UC4-B features an internal analog-to-digital converter that offers 16/24-bit depth and up to 192 kHz resolution for stunning, accurate, and robust sound.
Precautions • Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place. • Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss. Avoid listening at high volumes for extended periods. • Keep this product away from water and flammable gases or liquids. • Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this product yourself. There are components inside that can produce a hazardous electric shock. • Handle this product with care. • Clean this product with only a soft, dry cloth.
Overview Mini USB port Headphone output Microphone capsules Mute switch and power indicator Headphone volume control Gain control 5/8 in. mic stand socket Polar pattern selector Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 . .
Assembling the UC4-B The mic stand’s feet should extend out toward the front of the microphone. To save space on your desktop, the microphone can be mounted with the feet pointing toward the back. 1. Place the washers on either side of the microphone. The metal side should face out. 2. Place the microphone and washers into the desktop stand, and align the attachment holes. 3. Screw in the thumbscrews on both sides, and tighten until secure. Mounting the UC4-B on a Microphone Stand 1.
Windows Set-Up Use the included USB cable to plug the UC4-B into your computer. Once the connection is made, the power indicator on the front of the microphone will glow green. Your computer will automatically detect the UC4-B. If your computer is connected to the internet, it will download the appropriate driver. To set the UC4-B as the default mic, follow these steps. Windows 10 1. Go to the Control Panel, and open the Hardware and Sound control panel. 2. Click on Sound in the list of control panels. 3.
Windows XP 1. Go to the Control Panel, and double-click on the Sounds and Audio Devices icon. Then click on the Sound icon. 2. Click on the Audio tab. Select the UC4-B microphone as the default device in both the Sound playback and Sound recording drop-down menus. 3. Click OK to save the changes and exit. Windows 7 1. Go to the Control Panel, and select the Hardware and Sound icon. Then click on the Sound icon. 2.
Mac OS Set-Up 1. Use the included USB cable to plug the UC4-B into your computer. Once the connection is made, the power indicator on the front of the microphone will glow green. 2. Open the System Preferences window, and double-click on the Sound icon. 3. In the Sound preferences window, select the UC4-B microphone under the input and output tabs. 4. In the Input screen, set the input and output volumes to 100%. Once this is set, you can adjust the gain level with the gain control knob on the microphone.
Recording with the UC4-B Gain Control Use the gain control knob to adjust the UC4-B’s input gain. Higher gain is usually preferable when recording quiet subjects, and lower gain is preferable for loud subjects, although your needs will depend upon your specific scenario. Monitoring with Your Headphones Plug your headphones directly into the UC4-B’s headphone jack on the bottom of the microphone, and use the volume control on the front of the microphone to adjust the headphone volume.
Selecting a Polar Pattern The polar-pattern selector on the back of the microphone allows you to select one of four patterns: stereo, cardioid, bidirectional, and omnidirectional. The Senal logo is on the front of the microphone. Stereo The dual capsules in the microphone are deployed in an XY pattern for a wide stereo spread and a realistic sonic image. Stereo mode is perfect when you’re recording a musical ensemble, dialog, or general ambiance.
Bidirectional Bidirectional mode captures sound directly in front of and directly behind the microphone while it rejects sound from the sides. The bidirectional polar pattern is a time- and space-saver because you can record two subjects with a single microphone. Bidirectional polar pattern is best for recording interviews, conversations, or vocal duets. It will deliver a natural sound that would ordinarily require two microphones.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution The microphone does not turn on. Make sure the USB cable is completely plugged into the computer’s and the UC4-B’s USB ports. I don’t hear anything in the headphones, or the headphones are too quiet. Make sure the headphones are completely plugged into the headphone jack on the bottom of the microphone. If the power indicator glows red, the mute button is engaged. Press the mute button to unmute the microphone. The power indicator will glow green.
Omni Frequency Response dB Bid Polar Pattern 0° 10 330° dB 10 30° 5 5 60° 300° -0 -5 -0 90° 270° -10 120° 240° -15 -20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 210° 20K Hz 180° -15 -20 150° Ste Cardioid dB 0° 10 330° dB 10 30° 5 5 60° 300° -0 -5 -0 90° 270° -10 -5 -10 120° 240° -15 -20 -5 -10 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 20K Hz 210° 180° 150° .14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
0° ° 0° ° Bidirectional Frequency Response dB Polar Pattern 0° 10 30° 330° 5 60° 300° -0 -5 90° 270° -10 -20 120° 240° -15 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 210° 20K 150° 180° Hz Stereo dB 10 L Channel 5 0° 330° -0 120° 240° -15 -20 210° 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K 30° 60° 300° 90° 270° 270° -10 0° 330° 60° 300° -5 R Channel 30° 180° 150° 90° 120° 240° 210° 180° 150° 20K Hz . . Bidirectional / Stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Analog Performance Transducer Condenser (×3) Capsule Diaphragm 16 mm (×3) Polar Pattern Stereo, cardioid, bidirectional, omnidirectional Pattern Selection Switchable Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz Sensitivity 5.6 mV (1 V/Pa @ 1 kHz) Maximum SPL 120 dB (THD: 0.5% 1 kHz) Output Impedance 32 Ω Power Output 100 mW Digital Performance Bit Depth 16 or 24 bit Sample Rate 44.1 to 192 kHz Operating System Support Windows 7 or later, OSX 10.9 or later Available Port USB .16 . . . . . . .
General Specifications Output Connector Mini USB Operating Current Consumption 500 mA Operating Voltage 5V Data Transmission Speed USB 2.0 Controls Headphone volume knob Gain knob Polar-pattern selector Mute switch USB Cable Length 7.5 ft. (2.3 m) Length 7.1 in. (18.1 cm) Diameter 2.4 in. (6.1 cm) Weight 2.5 lb. (1.13 kg) with stand . . Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
One-Year Limited Warranty This Senal product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
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