ATR2100-USB Instruction Manual ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone Contents Introduction & features Setting up your microphone with pivot mount & desk stand Preliminary setup with Mac OS X Preliminary setup with Windows XP Preliminary setup with Windows Vista Preliminary setup with Windows 7...
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The ATR2100-USB offers high-quality articulation and intelligibility perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, voiceover, and on-stage use. Its cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source.
Extend the tripod legs to provide a wide, secure base, and place the tripod desk stand on a flat surface. Install the ATR2100-USB microphone into the microphone mount, with ON/OFF switch up The top of the microphone should be facing the sound source.
1. Plug the free end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer. The microphone’s blue LED will illuminate, indicating the microphone is receiving power.Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device and install a driver. 2. To select the ATR2100-USB as your audio input, first, open your System Preferences.
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Sound preference pane. 4. Click the Input tab and select the ATR2100-USB as the device for sound input. ATR2100-USB Your preferences are now set to use the ATR2100-USB on your Mac with GarageBand or another recording program of your choice.
2. In the lower right portion of your screen you may see a message that new hardware was found; or you may see a driver software installation notice. 3. To select the ATR2100-USB as your default recording device, begin at your Start menu.
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Sound recording Default device. ATR2100-USB 7. Through the window, you can set the computer volume or mute the microphone. Wave In ATR2100-USB Your preferences are now set to use the ATR2100-USB with Windows XP with the recording program of your choice.
(You should see a green check mark beside the USB microphone icon.) Microphone SigmaTel C-Major Audio Working Microphone ATR USB Mic Working Your preferences are now set to use the ATR2100-USB with Windows Vista with the recording program of your choice.
2. In the lower right portion of your screen you may get a message that new hardware was found; or you may see a driver software installation notice. Start menu > Control Panel > Sound To select the ATR2100-USB as your default recording device, begin at your Start menu. Select Control...
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4. Select Sound. 5. The following screen will pop up:...
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(loudness). You may need to come back to this window to readjust the level after you begin recording. Your preferences are now set to use the ATR2100-USB with Windows 7 with the recording program of your choice.
Additional Information Using headphones " (3.5 mm) headphone jack on the bottom of the microphone allows you to directly monitor your recording with a pair of headphones. When your preliminary setup is completed, and your USB microphone is connected to your computer’s USB port (the microphone’s blue LED is illuminated), plug your headphones into the headphone jack on the bottom of the microphone.
ATR2100-USB Specifications † Element: Dynamic Polar Pattern: Cardioid Frequency Response: 50 – 15,000 Hz Power Requirements: USB Power (5V DC) Bit Depth: 16 bit Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz/48 kHz Controls: On/off switch; headphone volume control Weight: 268 g (9.5 oz) Dimensions: 183.0 mm (7.20") long, 51.0 mm (2.01") maximum body diameter...
ATR2100-USB U.S. Lifetime Limited Warranty This product is warranted in the U.S.A. by Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. (A.T.U.S.) for the lifetime of the original purchaser. During the warranty period, A.T.U.S. will repair or replace these products, provided they are sent prepaid to the address below, with proof of original purchase and $15.00 for handling and return to a U.S.
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ATR2100-USB To reduce the environmental impact of a multi-language printed document, product information is available online at www.audio-technica.com in a selection of languages. Afin de réduire l’impact sur l’environnement de l’impression de plusieurs, les informations concernant les produits sont disponibles sur le site www.audio-technica.com dans une large sélection de langue.