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ARC MK₂ Quick Start
1. Plug USB cable into PC, Mac, or PS4
and insert USB cable into ①
(A USB 3.0 port is strongly recommended)
optional: plug Toslink cable into "Opt In" instead
2. Select input mode ②
USB for PC/Laptop
PS for use with the PlayStation Console
OPT for Toslink Connection
3. Plug headphones/headset into ③
4. Optional: Plug microphone into ④
5. Turn on power and set volume ⑤
6. Optional: if no sound comes through headphones,
press output selector ⑥
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- Page 1 ARC MK₂ Quick Start 1. Plug USB cable into PC, Mac, or PS4 and insert USB cable into ① (A USB 3.0 port is strongly recommended) optional: plug Toslink cable into “Opt In” instead 2. Select input mode ② USB for PC/Laptop PS for use with the PlayStation Console OPT for Toslink Connection 3.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ARC MK₂ Owner's Manual Table of Contents Introduction ………………………....3 Features ..........3 Safety Precautions ......4 Unpacking + Contents ....…..4 Connections + Controls ..…....5 Operation ......…..6 PS4 Settings……………………………………..8 Xbox One Settings……….…………………..9 Troubleshooting ....…..10 Specifications ........14 Warranty ..........14 Pg. 2... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for choosing the Mayflower Electronics ARC MK₂. This combination DAC + Headphone Amplifier is designed to enrich your gaming environment with high fidelity sound, advanced audio processing, and an integrated microphone amplifier with noise filter. The ARC is fully compatible with the PS4 gaming console, Windows, Mac, and most Linux distributions. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions • Listen to headphones at a comfortable level for moderate periods of time to avoid hearing damage. • Be aware of your surroundings when wearing headphones, as important external sounds may be difficult to hear. • Use a dry towel to clean. Do not allow the device to come into contact with liquids. Unpacking + Contents The ARC MK₂... -
Page 5: Connections + Controls
Connections + Controls Front ① DSP Mode Button ④ Headphone / RCA Output Selector ② DSP Mode LED ⑤ Digital Volume Control + Power Switch ③ Power LED ⑥ Microphone Input (3.5 mm) ⑦ Headphone / Headset Connector (3.5mm) Back ⑧... -
Page 6: Operation
Operation In most circumstances, the ARC will only need to be connected to an available USB port on your system (a USB 3.0 port is recommended). Refer to the illustrations in the Connections + Controls section to locate the items described below: 1. -
Page 7: Input Options
Input Options In addition to the USB input, source equipment may be connected using a digital TOSLINK connection ⑬. Simply move the input selector switch ⑨ to the OPT setting. Source equipment such as cell phones or music players may be connected using the analog 3.5mm jack ⑩. -
Page 8: Ps4 Settings
Microphone Options The built-in microphone connections provide a sophisticated line filter to eliminates noise, distortion, and clipping. If your teammates are having trouble hearing you, you may need to adjust the microphone volume on your system. An analog microphone output ⑩ has been provided for connection to custom mixing equipment. This can be useful when capturing a game's video and audio for later viewing, or otherwise creating a custom audio feed (such as a team music play list). -
Page 9: Xbox One Settings
Connecting the ARC to your Xbox One Refer to Figure 4 in the Troubleshooting section The Xbox One uses a TOSLINK optical output rather than USB 1. Connect the ARC's optical input ⑬ to your Xbox using a TOSLINK cable (not included). 2. -
Page 10: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting • The ARC does not power on, or cuts out during use: It’s possible that your USB port does not provide sufficient power to the ARC. If you are unable to find a sufficient USB port to power the ARC, contact support to request a power supply. You can contact Mayflower support at CS@Mayflowerelectronics.com or via telephone at 518-620- 6648. - Page 11 TV or monitor, this will not be an issue. • If you encounter a problem not listed here, or are unable to solve your issue with the information in this manual, please contact Mayflower Electronics at CS@Mayflowerelectronics.com or via telephone at 518-620-6648. Pg. 11...
- Page 12 Figure 1: Selecting a compatible format. Figure 2: Setting the ARC as default audio device. Pg. 12...
- Page 13 Figure 3: Typical software microphone adjustment. Figure 4: Xbox Connections Pg. 13...
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Page 14: Specifications
10 years from • Noise 24/96 (A Weighted): -109 dBu the date of purchase. Mayflower Electronics may • Max Output (32 Ohms) : 1W (THD+N < 0.003%) elect to repair or replace this product at their •...
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