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1. C Use only default devices PLEASE NOTE Each new recording made with this basic sound recording utility will require you to re select the 44 1 kHz sample rate Sound Recorder defaults to the 8 kHz Mono setting which produces unwanted noise You are now ready to use the recording application of your choice PLEASE NOTE Professional recording applications typically default to the highest sample rate allowed by your computer s sound card audio chip Usu ally this is 44 1 kHz which is the same sample rate used for conventional CDs however the MXL 990 Supports up to 48kHz Connecting the Microphone to Your MAC As is the case with a Windows PC the MXL 990 USB microphone will operate with both USB 2 0 high speed USB and USB 1 1 data buses All current Macs operate with USB 2 0 We recommend you connect your microphone directly to the computer s USB port as opposed to using a USB hub USB hubs have been known to interfere with the performance of various USB devices PLEASE NOTE Audio and video recording can be very taxing to a computer s resources For this reason you should close any and all running applications that are non essential Please take the following steps to get connected 1 Make certain that any audio applications are closed 2 Connect the remaining end of the USB cable to the computer s USB port 3 To set the USB microphone as the default audio input for audio click on the Apple ic
2. port Windows will display the New Hardware Found dialog message and your system may make a sound if your computer uses Window s system sounds 3 Allow Windows time to identify the device www mxl usb com 4 In approximately one minute Windows should display a dialog message stat ing that Your New Hardware is Installed and Ready for Use After this first connection Windows will require just a few moments to identify the microphone Congratulations You are ready to begin recording MXL 990 Virtual Preamp The MXL 990 USB will operate without MXL s Virtual Preamp software using the standard drivers included in your computer s operating system However the MXL 990 USB Virtual Preamp driver provides greater functionality by virtue of its dedicated Volume fader which facilitates more precise control over gain structure To achieve the best results from your new microphone we recom mend you install it It can be found by going to our website www mxl usb com Please be certain to select the appropriate driver for your operating system Testing Your Setup To test your setup we ll use Window s Sound Recorder Sound Recorder can be found by navigating the following 1 Press or click Start 2 Place your mouse cursor over All Programs then Accessories followed by Entertainment 3 Click Sound Recorder to launch the application It should look like Figure 2 Figure 2 Sound Sound Recorder cal T File Edit Effec
3. B System Preferences eae Properties for Sound Appearance Desktop amp Dock Expos International Security Screen Saver Hardware W Z P 7 Copyright Ho Copyright information CDs amp DVDs Displays Energy Keyboard amp Print amp Fax Sound Saar Ree Lenath 0 00 sec Internet amp Network Data Size 0 bytes A A 8 Audio Format PCM 22 050 kHz 8 Bit Mana ae Network QuickTime Sharing erate Cas a b A 4 System aki To adjust the sound quality or use less space for ph this sound click Convert Now amp B et ie ar Q 18 ui Choose from Accounts Classic Date amp Time Software Speech Startup Disk Universal Update Access an formats k Convert Now Figure 8 5 After opening the Sound dialog screen there will be three tabs at the top of the window select the Input tab by clicking on it 6 Then select the MXL 990 USB as the device for sound input as shown in Figure 9 below Cancel Sound Effects Output Input Choose a device for sound input 5 Click the Convert Now button It should look like Figure 4 Name Port Internal microphone Built in Line In Audio line in port 0 Figure Hl MXL 990 USB USB Aggregate Device Sound Selection Settings for the selected device input leve OOe0eR0RR8R80NL me ae Input volume 0 e 0 Format PLM Attributes 8 000 kHz 8 Bit Mono T kb sec Vv Show volume in menu bar Ok Cancel Figure 9 u Output volu
4. MXE Miarshall Electronics 1910 East Maple Ave El Segundo CA 90245 http www mxl usb com Warranty Marshall microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of purchase Should you encounter any problem with this unit promptly contact the company you purchased it from for assistance The original dated sales receipt will be necessary for any warranty claim Do not send any unit directly to us without prior authorization from our service department Warranty coverage is limited to repair or replacement at our option of the microphone and does not cover incidental damages due to use of this unit nor damage caused by accidental misuse of this product Miarshall Electronics 1910 East Maple Ave El Segundo CA 90245 http www mxl usb com MXL 990 USB Manual Congratulations on your purchase of the MXL model 990 USB Cardioid Con denser microphone MXL microphones are the result of world class engineering and manufacturing capabilities They are designed to provide you with outstand ing performance and exceptional value While we encourage you to review this entire manual there are a few key points about handling this microphone that we want you to familiarize yourself with right from the start The MXL 990 USB 1s a professional quality cardioid condenser studio micro phone designed specifically for recording Unlike microphones designed for live performance or lesser dynamic model
5. SB microphone how to con tact technical support as well as information on other products manufactured by MXL please visit us online at www mxlImics com www mxl usb com 11 GarageBand File Edit Track Control Window Help 4 Tue 4 45 PM e New Track Real instrument _ Software Instrument Band Instruments i No Effects Basic Track Ambient Vocals Bass i Female Basic Drums i Live Performance Effects gt Male Basic Guitars p Pop Vocals Vocals a Input Channel 1 ns v Format Mono Stereo Monitor Off O On MIS Chal o Figure 11 You should have the following components e Protective travel case e One 990 USB microphone e A 10 foot USB 2 0 high speed cable e A desktop microphone stand plus the mounting ring e Owners manual e Microphone applications guide Figure 1 Using the Supplied Desktop Microphone Stand 1 After opening the stand s tripod leg system and plac ing it on the table or desk loosen the angle adjuster and orient the large portion of the microphone holder so that it faces upward or horizontal 2 Place the base of the microphone into the micro phone holder with one hand while holding it upright with your other hand 3 While holding the microphone upright and firmly in one hand secure the microphone to the desktop stand by screwing the black mounting ring into the microphone s base as shown in Figure 1 The micro phone should now sit secu
6. enser microphones We ve already mentioned the importance of proper handling but should you find yourself recording an outdoor performance you would be well advised to use a windscreen as protection for your microphone Unpack Your Microphone Begin by examining the contents of your MXL 990 USB system 7 Then select the Audio MIDI icon in the top row From the drop down menu under Audio Input select the MXL 990 USB as shown in Figure 13 below 800 Audio MIDI a A amp General Audio MIDI Export Advanced Audio Output Built in Audio Audio Input MXL 990 USB HH Optimize for gt Maximum number of simultaneous tracks Large buffer size Minimum delay when playing instruments live Small buffer size MIDI Status O MIDI Input s detected Figure 13 8 You will then be asked if you really want to change the driver Select Yes The computer will then say it is initializing the audio driver Wait until this is done then close the window 9 At this point you should see the meter move when you speak into the micro phone You can now click on the Record button and record your vocals or dialog using your microphone PLEASE NOTE As long as the microphone is plugged in when Garage Band is started the audio input source settings in Garage Band will be saved until you change them again even if you close the program or start a new project For More Information For additional information about your MXL 990 U
7. me m rrr s Mute 4 www mxl usb com 6 In the Attributes drop down Window select 44 100 kHz 16 Bit Mono as shown in Figure 5 Figure 5 Sound Selection Name untitled kai Save As Remove Format PCM Attributes 441 00 kHz 16 Bit Mono 86 kb sec canal 7 Click OK then Click OK to close the Properties for Sound Window 8 You are now ready to record 9 With your mouse click the RED record button to start recording Speak or sing into your microphone 10 Click the BLACK rectangular button to end recording 11 Press the lt lt button to reset to the beginning of the recording 12 Press the button to start playback If You Don t Hear Anything If you followed the directions and have been unable to record a sound please check Window s Audio Properties dialog window shown in Figure 6 and ensure that Sound recording is set to MXL 990 USB and Sound playback is set for your computer s sound card audio chip If you are uncertain of this setting consult your computer s owner s manual To access the Audio Properties dialog window from within Sound Recorder 1 Click Edit then Audio Properties Figure 6 Audio Properties Audio Devices Sound playback Default device A Realtek AC97 Audio v Sound recording Default device MXL 990 USB v MIDI music playback as Default device eee Microsoft GS Wavetable SW Synth v
8. microphones this instrument requires careful handling Hence you should observe the following ALWAYS handle the microphone carefully avoiding sudden shocks such as dropping or bumping the microphone into other objects ALWAYS maintain a distance of approximately 4 6 inches when speaking or singing into the microphone You are encouraged to use a pop filter for added protection of the sensitive capsule and to shield the instrument from saliva and sudden bursts of air NEVER tap the microphone to check if it s working The MXL logo is the correct side to speak into NEVER blow into the microphone to check if it s working By following these few basic handling procedures you can expect a long and trouble free relationship with your new microphone Again thank you for your purchase of this outstanding MXL microphone A Little Background Information MXL condenser microphones use what is known as a cardioid pickup pattern which is more sensitive to sound waves arriving at the front of the microphone as opposed to those arriving from the sides or rear Unlike other MXL models this microphone benefits from being a USB Universal Serial Bus device meaning this is a plug and play microphone that will interface with Windows and Macintosh computers without the need for any special drivers As a USB device it carries the added benefit of not requiring an external microphone pre amp as is the case with most cardioid cond
9. on in the upper left hand of the screen and select System Preferences as shown in Figure 7 below i amp Grab File Edit Capture Window Help About This Mac Software Update Mac OS X Software Figure 7 System Preferences Dock Location Recent Items Force Quit Sleep Restart Shut Down Log Out Marshall Electronics www mxl usb com
10. rely in the desktop stand 5 Click OK 6 To select an audio input source for Garage Band click on Garage Band from the top menu bar and select Preferences as shown in Figure 12 below 4 At this point attach the end of the USB cable that matches the microphone s connector The other end of the cable will connect to your computer s USB port EENEN File Edit Track Control Window Help 4 Tue 4 49 PM _ About GarageBand GarageBand Hot Tips Preferences Shop for GarageBand Products Provide GarageBand Feedback Register GarageBand Services Hide GarageBand Hide Others Show All Quit GarageBand GarageBand My Song 3 dl Figure 12 Connecting the Microphone to Your Computer Windows The MXL 990 USB microphone will operate with both USB 2 0 high speed USB and USB 1 1 data buses We recommend you connect your microphone directly to the computer s USB port as opposed to using a USB hub USB hubs have been known to interfere with the performance of various USB devices PLEASE NOTE Audio and video recording can be very taxing to a computer s resources For this reason you should close any and all running applications that are non essential Please take the following steps to get connected 1 If open close your audio recording application You will open it after the microphone is connected and operational 2 Connect the remaining end of the USB cable to the computer s USB
11. ts Help Postion Length 0 00 sec 0 0 sec 4 Select File Properties It should look like Figure 3 E GarageBand File Edit WEW Control Window Help 7 By watching the movements of the Input level meter in this window you can now see that the MXL 990 USB microphone is working as you speak into it This setting will be saved as the default input whenever the microphone is plugged in Setting the MXL 990 USB to record in Garage Band 1 Open Garage Band This application will be found in either the Dock Bar or by opening the Apple Finder clicking on Applications and or opening Garage Band 2 Garage Band opens with the default project My Song Refer to Garage Band s user manual to change the default project 3 My Song opens with one software instrument track To record through the USB microphone click on Track on the top of the window bar and select New Track as shown in Figure 10 below 4 Tue 4 40 PM ow WwW Hide Track Mixer EY a rageBand My Song Show Track Info l S Show Master Track B New Track Delete Track New Basic Track Figure 10 4 Select the tab in the window that opens that says Real Instrument Then select the source you will be recording through the microphone such as vocals or guitar as shown in Figure 11 See next page www mxl usb com 4 Next click on the Sound icon in the Hardware group as shown in Figure 8 below Figure 3 20 6

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