Windows Setup - Samson Q9U Owner's Manual

Windows Setup

Using the Q9u with Windows 10 Computers
1. Connect the Q9U to the computer using the included USB cable.
2. From the Start Menu, open Settings - System - Sounds.
3. Under Input and Output select the Samson Q9U as the audio device.
4. While playing music adjust the Master volume until the headphone output is
at a comfortable listening level
5. To adjust the microphone recording level click Device Properties in the Input
section.
6. Press Start Test, this will allow you to see recording levels.
7. While speaking at a normal level adjust the Volume slider until all levels are
visible. NOTE - this adjusts the internal preamp of the Samson Q9U.
8. Press Stop Test to see the peak level. Level should not exceed 50%.
9. To see the microphone gain in dB click Additional device properties + Level
tab, right click within the number box and select decibels. NOTE - adjusting
this slider has the same affect as the Volume slider.
Windows 10 Volume
1. Click the Start Button
2. Type Control Panel
3. Press Enter
4. In the Search bar type "sound" and press enter
5. Click Change Sound Settings (or simply press Enter)
6. This will open typical settings for y our machine's sound card
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