M-Audio MicroTrack II User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ..........6 Formatting Using MicroTrack II 3 - Hardware Controls and Indicators .
  • Page 3: Microtrack Ii User Guide

    ............19 Loop Playback 5 - Using MicroTrack II with a Computer Charging MicroTrack II from the Computer...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    With MicroTrack II, you’re always ready to go. Even with its long list of features, MicroTrack II remains simple to use. However, we still suggest that you read through this entire User Guide to familiarize yourself with all the functions contained within this portable unit.
  • Page 5: Product Features

    MicroTrack II Product Features records stereo WAV, BWF, and MP3 files < 16-bit or 24-bit recording and playback < analog input limiter < supports common sample rates from 44.1kHz to 96kHz < built-in rechargeable battery** < back-lit LCD display <...
  • Page 6: Setup And Charging

    If you recharge the battery before the unit becomes inoperable, the charge time will be approximately 2.5 hours. If you drain the battery to a point where MicroTrack II will no longer turn on, a full charge can take approximately 6.5 hours.
  • Page 7: Formatting The Recording Media

    2. Insert your media, either a CF card or Microdrive, into MicroTrack II. The unit will reboot. 3. After MicroTrack II has rebooted, press down on the [NAV] wheel until “System” is selected, then press in on the [NAV] wheel.
  • Page 8: Hardware Controls And Indicators

    “host mode”) and return to normal player/recorder functionality. Output Level Adjust (VOLUME): This controls the output volume of MicroTrack II. 8. Record Button (REC): This button is used to start and stop recordings. 9. Stereo Mic Input Jack (MIC): This 1/8” stereo jack is used for connecting a mono or stereo microphone.
  • Page 9: Left

    20. Memory Slot: Insert a CF card or Microdrive here. 21. Eject Button: This button folds flat into the housing of MicroTrack II to prevent it from breaking or being pressed accidentally. (The hinge is on the Memory Slot side.) Flip this button out and press it to remove the CF card and/or Microdrive.
  • Page 10: Main Menu

    Main Menu Pressing the [MENU] button will display a list of menu categories (the Main Menu) on the MicroTrack II display. You can then push up and down on the [NAV] wheel to move through the selections (the selected menu item will be shown in bold print).
  • Page 11 < in MicroTrack II. When you select this option, it may take a moment to calculate the available time and display it on the screen. This information is provided to help you verify you will have enough recording space before recording, and make a choice of which recording parameters to use.
  • Page 12: Options Menu

    MicroTrack II. For example, if “5 seconds” is selected, the backlight will turn on any time a button is pressed on MicroTrack II. The back light will then turn off 5 seconds after the last button is pressed.
  • Page 13: Playback Eq

    This is an on/off setting that allows you to hear audio as you rewind and fast-forward through an audio file. When set to on, you will be able to hear bits of the file as you seek. When off, MicroTrack II will be silent while seeking.
  • Page 14: System Menu

    Connect to PC This menu option is used to place your MicroTrack II in “host mode, ” effectively turning MicroTrack II into a USB Compact Flash card reader. This allows quick and easy transfer of audio and firmware files between your computer and MicroTrack II.
  • Page 15: Firmware Update

    Factory Defaults Entering this menu option will allow you to reset all of the internal settings of MicroTrack II to their original factory defaults. (This also resets the internal counter for file names, so the next file you record will attempt to be “File0001.wav”.) Press in on the [NAV] wheel to restore the defaults.
  • Page 16: Language

    Note: MicroTrack II will display the above options in their native languages. ► Korean and simplified Chinese language options In addition to the six languages loaded onto MicroTrack II at the factory, Korean and Chinese (simplified) language files are available from the M-Audio website (www.m-audio.com). To locate these alternative firmware files: 1.
  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    Recording To begin recording a new audio file, connect an audio source to MicroTrack II, select the proper input source, select your recording format and resolution, adjust your recording levels, then initiate the recording. MicroTrack II will automatically assign a name to the file in the format “FILExxxx.eee”...
  • Page 18 If a file is being recorded, you will be able to delete the file as soon as you are done, if you wish. Use the [LEVELS] controls on the surface of MicroTrack II to adjust the input level so that it is as high <...
  • Page 19: Playback

    Playback Now that a file has been recorded, you can play it back to check the recording. 1. Connect the outputs of MicroTrack II so you can hear the playback. You can use any combination of the following: Plug a pair of headphones into the 1/8” jack on MicroTrack II.
  • Page 20: Loop Playback

    Loop Playback MicroTrack II will allow you to loop a section of an audio file. This can be useful when practicing parts or studying dictation. The method for looping a file requires setting a start and end point, and is accomplished as follows: 1.
  • Page 21: Using Microtrack Ii With A Computer

    Depending on the manufacturer of your computer, your computer may need to be powered on to provide power to the USB port. An animated battery symbol will be displayed in the right upper corner of the LCD on MicroTrack II to indicate that the device is being charged.
  • Page 22: Using Microtrack Ii As A Portable Data Drive

    Using MicroTrack II as a Portable Data Drive While MicroTrack II can only play and record WAV and MP3 files, you can store any file you wish on the CF card or Microdrive. This allows you to use MicroTrack II as a portable memory card or hard drive. Any unsupported files stored on a CF card or Microdrive will be hidden from the Files menu on MicroTrack II, but they will still be there when MicroTrack II is reconnected to a computer.
  • Page 23: Disconnecting From Mac Os X

    When dragging the hard drive icon to the Trash, the Trash icon will change to an Eject symbol, and will be labeled “Eject. ” MicroTrack II can safely be unplugged as soon as the hard drive icon disappears .
  • Page 24: Warranty Terms And Registration

    6 - Warranty Terms and Registration Warranty Terms M-Audio warrants products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and provided that the product is owned by the original, registered user. Visit www.m-audio.com/warranty for terms and limitations applying to your specific product.
  • Page 25: Appendix

    MicroTrack II 7 - Appendix Recording Time vs. Media Chart Bit Rate 96000 128000 Media Capacity (MB) 5592 4194 11185 8389 22370 16777 44739 33554 1024 89478 67109 2048 178957 134218 4096 357914 268435 6144 536871 402653 8192 715828 536871...
  • Page 26 MicroTrack II Recording Time vs. Media Chart (continued) sample rate/ bit-width 44100/16 48000/16 Media Capacity (MB) 1522 1398 3043 2796 1024 6087 5592 2048 12174 11185 4096 24348 22370 36522 33554 6144 8192 48696 44739 sample rate/ bit-width 44100/16 48000/16...
  • Page 27: Technical Support

    M-Audio USA 5795 Martin Rd., Irwindale, CA 91706 Technical Support web: www.m-audio.com/tech tel (pro products): (626) 633-9055 tel (consumer products): (626) 633-9066 fax (shipping): (626) 633-9032 Sales e-mail: sales@m-audio.com tel: 1-866-657-6434 fax: (626) 633-9070 www.m-audio.com M-Audio U.K. Floor 6, Gresham House, 53 Clarenden Road, Watford...

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