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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2 Copyright 2019, v2 Samson Technologies Corp. 278-B Duffy Ave Hicksville, New York 11801 Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) Fax: 631-784-2201 www.samsontech.com...
  • Page 3 Whether you’re recording your latest song idea, podcast, or streaming live, the Satellite is the simplest and most comprehensive solution for high-quality audio on a Mac, PC, iPhone or iPad. Just plug it in and start creating! In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of...
  • Page 4 Direct MONITOR ON/OFF Switch – This switch turns the direct monitor on and off. This switch does not affect the audio from the computer. Stand Mount – Standard 5/8” thread mount to attach the Satellite to a microphone stand. Satellite • USB/iOS Broadcast Microphone...
  • Page 5 USB Jack – Micro USB connector for interfacing with your computer or iOS device. The Satellite can also work with an Android device with applications that accept external audio sources using a host OTG adapter.

  • Page 6: Quick Start

    Quick Start Unfold the legs of the Satellite, and position the microphone on your desktop. The legs can be adjusted to set the angle of the microphone. Note: the microphone can also be mounted to a microphone stand via the standard 5/8” threading on the bottom of the mic body.
  • Page 7 Apple OSX” or “Using the Satellite with Windows”. Launch your recording software. Turn down the Headphone Volume control on the Satellite and if not already set, select the Satellite as the input and outputs in the software. My instrument is connected with: Samson Satellite Create a mono audio track.
  • Page 8 Select the Sound preference icon, choose the Input tab and select Samson Satellite. Set the Satellite as the output device by clicking the Output tab and selecting Samson Satellite. To set the sample rate, from the Applications folder, open the Utilities folder and open Audio MIDI Setup.
  • Page 9 In the Playback tab, select the Level tab and set the computer’s Master Volume to 100%. Use the Headphone Volume knob on the Satellite control the overall output from the headphones or speaker. To adjust the direct monitoring level in the Playback tab by moving the fader labeled Microphone.
  • Page 10 To change the default sample rates in Windows 10 1. In the Windows Search bar, type “sound”, and then select Sound settings 2. Make sure the Samson device is selected in the drop-down menu and click Device Properties Satellite • USB/iOS Broadcast Microphone...
  • Page 11 Setting Sample Rate in Windows 3. Scroll down and click Additional device properties 4. Click the Advanced tab Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 12 For example, these settings are compatible: Output: 2 channel, 16 bit, 48000 Hz Input: 1 channel, 24 bit, 48000 Hz These settings are not compatible: Output: 2 channel, 24 bit, 48000 Hz Input: 1 channel, 24 bit, 44100 Hz Satellite • USB/iOS Broadcast Microphone...
  • Page 13 Connecting to an iPhone or iPad Connect the Satellite to an iPhone or iPad using the included USB to Lightning cable. The Satellite will receive power from the mobile device and the status indicator will light green. Open an application that supports external audio devices and start creating.
  • Page 14 To turn the Direct Monitor off, move the MONITOR switch on the front of the Satellite to the OFF position, you will hear only the playback from your computer software, with no input signal.
  • Page 15 About Polar Patterns An important characteristic of any microphone is its directionality or polar pattern. The Satellite feature dual 16mm capsules, allowing for a choice of three distinct polar patterns: omnidirectional, unidirectional (cardioid), and bidirectional (figure-8). The microphone pattern can be selected using the three-position slide switch on the front of the microphone.

  • Page 16: Specifications

    USB and USB to Lightning cables Product Dimensions 8.6” x 1.7” diameter (218mm x 45mm diameter) Product Weight 0.75lb (0.34kg) At Samson, we are continually improving our products, therefore specifications and images are subject to change without notice. Satellite • USB/iOS Broadcast Microphone...

  • Page 17: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information FCC Notice 1. 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. (2) This device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 18 100 dB SPL at 2 hours • 105 dB SPL at 1 hour • 110 dB SPL at 1/2 hour • 115 dB SPL at 15 minutes 120 dB SPL - avoid or damage may occur • Satellite • USB/iOS Broadcast Microphone...
  • Page 19 Declaration Made for iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 9.7-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st gener- ation), iPad mini 4, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad (6th generation), iPad (5th generation), iPod touch (6th generation).
  • Page 20 HAVING TROUBLE WITH YOUR GO MIC MOBILE? WE CAN HELP! CONTACT OUR SUPPORT TEAM: support@samsontech.com Our experts can help you resolve any issues. Follow us: @samson @samsontech @samson_technologies Samson Technologies Corp. 278-B Duffy Ave Hicksville, New York 11801 Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) www.samsontech.com...