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Audio Technica AT2020USB-X User Manual

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Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
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  • Page 1 AT2020USB-X Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone User Manual English...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all warnings and cautions while using the product. Cautions for the product • Do not subject the product to strong impact to avoid malfunction. •...

  • Page 3: For Customers In The Usa

    For customers in the USA FCC Notice Warning 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.

  • Page 4: Notes On Use

    Notes on use • Be sure to read the connected device’s user manual before use. • When the product is used for a long time, the product may become discolored due to ultraviolet light (especially direct sunlight) and wear. • Use the included USB cable for connection. •...

  • Page 5: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Microphone ➊ Microphone ➋ Mute indicator lamp Lights blue when audio input is enabled. It lights red when the microphone is muted. ➌ Mix control dial Adjusts the balance of the volume level of the sound coming from the computer and the monitored volume level of the audio being input (voice).

  • Page 6: Included Accessories

    Included accessories ➊ Stand ➋ USB cable (USB Type-C to USB Type-A) ➌ 3/8"-16 to 5/8"-27 threaded adapter ➍ USB conversion adapter (USB Type-A to USB Type-C)

  • Page 7: Setting Up The Product

    Setting up the product For best results, set up the product so that it is facing the sound source. When using it to record voices, place it directly in front of the speaker/singer. Do the same thing when recording sound such as acoustic guitar, drums, or piano. Before using the product, try setting it up in various positions, to discover how best to record sound in your current environment.

  • Page 8: Connection Procedure

    Connection procedure ➊ USB conversion adapter (USB Type-A to USB Type-C) ➋ USB Type-A ➌ Headphone input plug ➍ USB Type-C ➎ Audio-Technica logo Connect the USB cable (USB Type-C side) to the USB terminal on the underside of the product. Connect the USB cable (USB Type-A side) to the computer.

  • Page 9: For Windows

    Computer settings (Windows) For Windows 11 Use the USB cable to connect the product to a computer. Confirm that the mute indicator lamp on the product lights. • The computer automatically recognizes the product and the driver is installed on the computer. In the lower right part of the screen, a message appears indicating that new hardware has been found or a notification appears indicating that the driver software has been installed.
  • Page 10 Select "Sound". Under "Output" and "Input", confirm that the product is selected. • If a device other than the product is being used as the output device, select this other device from "Choose where to play sound". • If you are using commercially available recording software to record audio, refer to "Microphone privacy settings"...
  • Page 11 Microphone privacy settings If you are using commercially available recording software, check the microphone privacy settings. Click "Start Menu" and select "Settings". Select "Privacy & security".
  • Page 12 Under "App permissions", select "Microphone". Check that "Microphone access" is set to "On".
  • Page 13 Check that "Let apps access your microphone" is set to "On", and then check the list to confirm that the recording software you are using is set to "On". • If it is not set to "On", change the setting of the recording software you are using to "On". Check that "Let desktop apps access your microphone"...
  • Page 14 Microphone property settings To change the microphone level and sample rate of the microphone, configure the following settings. Click "Start Menu" and select "Settings". Select "System".
  • Page 15 Select "Sound". Under "Advanced", select "More sound settings".
  • Page 16 In the "Playback" tab, confirm that the product is selected. • If the product is not selected, select the product, and then click "Set Default". Double-click the product's icon, and open the properties window.
  • Page 17 Select the "Levels" tab, check that the microphone speaker icon is on, and then click "OK". • If it is not on, click the microphone speaker icon to turn it on.
  • Page 18 In the "Recording" tab, confirm that the product is selected. • If the product is not selected, select the product, and then click "Set Default". Double-click the product's icon, and open the "Microphone Properties" window.
  • Page 19 Select the "Levels" tab to adjust the microphone level. • To adjust the microphone level after you start recording, make the adjustments from this window. • This setting is different from the "Volume" setting in the "Sound" window.
  • Page 20 Select the "Advanced" tab, select the sample rate and bit depth under "Default Format", and then click "OK". • With this product, you can select a sample rate of up to 96 kHz. Selecting a high sample rate may result in high- quality recorded audio data but will also make these files large.
  • Page 21 For Windows 10 Use the USB cable to connect the product to a computer. Confirm that the mute indicator lamp on the product lights. • The computer automatically recognizes the product and the driver is installed on the computer. In the lower right part of the screen, a message appears indicating that new hardware has been found or a notification appears indicating that the driver software has been installed.
  • Page 22 Select "Sound". Under "Output" and "Input", confirm that the product is selected. • If a device other than the product is being used as the output device, select this other device from "Choose your output device". • If you are using commercially available recording software to record audio, refer to "Microphone privacy settings"...
  • Page 23 Microphone privacy settings If you are using commercially available recording software, check the microphone privacy settings. In the "Sound" window, select "Microphone privacy settings".
  • Page 24 Check that "Allow apps to access your microphone" is set to "On". Check that the recording software you are using is set to "On" under "Choose which Microsoft Store apps can access your microphone". • If it is not set to "On", change the setting of the recording software you are using to "On".
  • Page 25 Check that "Allow desktop apps to access your microphone" is set to "On". • Changing this setting to "On" allows the recording software to access the product.
  • Page 26 Microphone property settings To change the microphone level and sample rate of the microphone, configure the following settings. In the "Sound" window, select "Sound Control Panel".
  • Page 27 In the "Playback" tab, confirm that the product is selected. • If the product is not selected, select the product, and then click "Set Default". Double-click the product's icon, and open the properties window.
  • Page 28 Select the "Levels" tab, check that the microphone speaker icon is on, and then click "OK". • If it is not on, click the microphone speaker icon to turn it on.
  • Page 29 In the "Recording" tab, confirm that the product is selected. • If the product is not selected, select the product, and then click "Set Default". Double-click the product's icon, and open the properties window.
  • Page 30 Select the "Levels" tab to adjust the microphone level. • To adjust the microphone level after you start recording, make the adjustments from this window. • This setting is different from the "Master volume" setting in the "Sound" window.
  • Page 31 Select the "Advanced" tab, select the sample rate and bit depth under "Default Format", and then click "OK". • With this product, you can select a sample rate of up to 96 kHz. Selecting a high sample rate may result in high- quality recorded audio data but will also make these files large.

  • Page 32: For Windows 8

    For Windows 8.1 Use the USB cable to connect the product to a computer. Confirm that the mute indicator lamp on the product lights. • The computer automatically recognizes the product and the driver is installed on the computer. In the lower right part of the screen, a message appears indicating that new hardware has been found or a notification appears indicating that the driver software has been installed.
  • Page 33 In the "Recording" tab, confirm that the product is selected. • If the product is not selected, select the product, and then click "Set Default". Microphone privacy settings If you are using commercially available recording software, check the microphone privacy settings. Click "Start Menu"...
  • Page 34 Microphone property settings To change the microphone level and sample rate of the microphone, configure the following settings. In "Control Panel", select "Sound". In the "Playback" tab, confirm that the product is selected. • If the product is not selected, select the product, and then click "Set Default". Double-click the product's icon, and open the properties window.
  • Page 35 Select the "Levels" tab, check that the microphone speaker icon is on, and then click "OK". • If it is not on, click the microphone speaker icon to turn it on.
  • Page 36 In the "Recording" tab, confirm that the product is selected. • If the product is not selected, select the product, and then click "Set Default". Double-click the product's icon, and open the properties window.
  • Page 37 Select the "Levels" tab to adjust the microphone level. • To adjust the microphone level after you start recording, make the adjustments from this window. • This setting is different from the "Master volume" setting in the "Sound" window.
  • Page 38 Select the "Advanced" tab, select the sample rate and bit depth under "Default Format", and then click "OK". • With this product, you can select a sample rate of up to 96 kHz. Selecting a high sample rate may result in high- quality recorded audio data but will also make these files large.
  • Page 39 Computer settings (macOS) macOS Catalina, macOS Big Sur, and macOS Monterey Use the USB cable to connect the product to a computer. Confirm that the mute indicator lamp on the product lights. • The computer automatically recognizes the product and the driver is installed on the computer. From the Apple icon, select "System Preferences".
  • Page 40 In the "Input" tab, confirm that the product is selected.
  • Page 41 Use "Input volume" to adjust the microphone level. • Speaking into the microphone will cause the "Input level" indicator to move, so you can adjust the input volume while viewing this indicator. • Use "Output volume" to adjust the volume of the computer's speakers and headphone jack. This is different from adjusting the microphone level.
  • Page 42 In the "Output" tab, confirm that the product is selected. • If a device other than the product is being used to output sound, select this other device from "Select a device for sound output". • You can use "Balance" to set the balance between the left and right volumes. •...
  • Page 43 Security and privacy settings • If you are using commercially available recording software, check the security and privacy settings. • If you are using commercially available recording software, use software that is compatible with macOS. In the "System Preferences" window, select "Security & Privacy".
  • Page 44 In the "Privacy" tab, select "Microphone". Check that the recording software you are using is enabled. • If it is not enabled, select the check box next to this software. • To change the "Security & Privacy" settings, you have to unlock them with the icon in the lower-left corner of the screen.
  • Page 45 Audio device settings To change the sample rate of the microphone and the levels of the left and right input signals, configure the following settings. Open "Audio Midi Setup" in the "Utilities" folder in the "Applications" folder. Under "Audio Devices", select the product. In the "Input" tab, select the sample rate and bit depth from "Format". •...

  • Page 46: Using The Product

    Using the product Microphone orientation • To use the product, face towards the side that has the Audio-Technica logo while speaking. • Set this product and the sound source nearby. It is more difficult to pick up noise other than the target sound source. •...
  • Page 47 Connecting and using the headphones You can monitor sounds being recorded by connecting headphones to the headphone jack. Also, you can directly monitor your own voice from the product while listening to a sound source from your computer. Connect the headphones to the headphone jack. Turn the headphone level control dial to adjust the volume.

  • Page 48: Muting The Microphone

    Muting the microphone Turn the muting of the microphone on/off. Touch the touch sensor for mute. • Each time you touch this control, muting turns on (lights red) or off (lights blue).
  • Page 49 Cleaning Get into the habit of regularly cleaning the product to ensure that it will last for a long time. Do not use alcohol, paint thinners, or other solvents for cleaning purposes. • Wipe dirt off the product with a dry cloth. •...

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting ? The mute indicator lamp is blinking red • The sampling rate setting differs from that set in the "Playback" or "Recording" tab on the Windows PC you are using or in the "Output" or "Input" tab on the Mac you are using. Match the sampling rate settings. For details on the settings, refer to "Computer settings (Windows)"...
  • Page 51 Supported bit depths and sampling rates The product supports the following bit depths and sampling rates. Recording (output) Playback (input) 1 channel, 16 bit, 44100 Hz 2 channel, 16 bit, 44100 Hz 1 channel, 16 bit, 48000 Hz 2 channel, 16 bit, 48000 Hz 1 channel, 16 bit, 88200 Hz 2 channel, 16 bit, 88200 Hz 1 channel, 16 bit, 96000 Hz...
  • Page 52 Dimensions...

  • Page 53: Specifications

    Specifications System requirements USB 2.0 compliant Supported OS Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11 macOS Catalina, macOS Big Sur, macOS Monterey (Please check the product's web page for the latest information.) Element Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser Polar pattern Cardioid Frequency response 20-20,000 Hz...
  • Page 54 Polar pattern / Frequency response Polar pattern Frequency response...
  • Page 55 Trademarks • USB Type-C is a trademark of USB Implementers Forum. • Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Microsoft Windows operating system is indicated in its abbreviated form as Windows. •...
  • Page 56 株式会社オーディオテクニカ 〒194-8666　東京都町田市西成瀬2-46-1 www.audio-technica.co.jp Audio-Technica Corporation 2-46-1 Nishi-naruse, Machida, Tokyo 194-8666, Japan www.audio-technica.com ©2022 Audio-Technica Corporation Global Support Contact: www.at-globalsupport.com 142420320-02-01 ver.1 2022.08.15...

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