Grace GDI-VW05 User's Manual
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1. 45 78 rpm Selection Auto Stop Control Tone Arm Balance Rest 7 8 USB Jack connect to PC or Mac RCA Output connect to stereo audio system AC Power Cord connect to wall power outlet Turntable Feet Magnetic Needle Cartridge Built in RIAA Equalizer LISTENING to a RECORD 1 Lift and remove the dust cover 7 Connect the AC power cord 77 to an electrical outlet 120V 60Hz Use RCA cables to connect the RCA output 70 to your powered speaker or stereo system Make sure the red RCA and white RCA are inserted in the red amp white jacks accordingly Place a record on the turntable and select the player speed 33 45 78 6 according to the desired record speed NOTE when playing a 45 rpm record use the 45 rpm adapter 3 Remove the protective cover from the needle on your cartridge 13 Remove the tone arm from the rest 8 push Lift Lever backward 5 to raise the tone arm and gently move the tone arm to the desired position over the record The turntable will begin to spin when the arm is moved toward the record Push the Lift Lever 9 forward lower the tone arm slowly onto the desired position on the record to begin playing the record Adjust the tone arm balance if the cartridge needle skates slides on your album If Auto Stop Control 7 is turned ON record will stop automatically when finished If Auto Stop Control 7 is turned OFF record will NOT stop automatically when finished For b2. Flay new track while recording it 17 RECORDING Windows 7 amp Vista systems Recording Level Adjustments IF the fluctuant wave does not appear on the Audacity Control Panel or if the audio is distorted when recording adjust the recording level as follows gt Click Start and select Control Panel Connect To Default Programs Help and Support All Programs Fr g Control Panel ommi V Untitled Paint ji ja gt Control Panel 4 Search 2 Name Catego 23 Control Panel Home er e Classic View 2 w NG ess a Offline Files Penand People Near Performance Personaliz Phone and Power Input Devices Me Informatio Modem Options ABU AI SO Printers Problem Programs QuickTime Regional and Scannersand Security E Reports a and Features Language Cameras Center euegae e Speech Sync Center System Tablet PC Taskbar and Text to Recogniti Settings Start Menu Speech i x i 7 a amp E J User Welcome Windows Windows Windows Windows Windows Accounts Center CardSpace Defender Firewall Sidebar SideShow p A Windows AeA E Update X go gt Control Panel gt e Control Panel Home s System and Maintenance Get started with Windows Back up your computer Class c view Security Check for updates Allo
3. Play CDs or other media automatically Manage audio devices Change power saving settings Change what the power buttons do Require a password when the computer wakes _ Change when the computer sleeps CODEC as shown in the example below and click Properties Select a recording device below to modify its settings Mierophone High Definition Audio Device Not plugged in Microphone High Definition Audio Device Not plugged in Line In High Definition Audio Device Microphone USB Audio CODEC Working Set Defautt of USB Audio 19 Select Levels and adjust the Volume Reading The reading is from 0 to 100 Normally the level should be 3 8 However you may indicate on the Input Level Indicator in the Audacity control panel that the level does not exceed 0 Then click OK on Microphone properties and sound interface Close the Control Panel NOTE There is no Levels tab in the Sound window for some OS systems including Windows 98 and Windows 2000 For Windows 7 and Vista there is a Levels tab in the Sound window a Microphone Properties Input Level Indicator A Audacity File Edit View Project Generate Effect Analyze Help 32 bit float Mute Sob Lagai 20 Audacity for Mac Set Up Wizard How to Set Up amp Record to Mac 1 Insert the Audacity software disk included with your unit Click the Audacity disk on th
4. Save Recordings files 24 gt When the recording is complete click the STOP button on the control panel and return the tone arm to the rest position on your turntable gt Your recording is now downloaded as a data file on your computer gt You may play back the recording on your computer using Audacity click gt to play 1 Click the File tab on the Audacity Control Panel Select Export to save the file Audacity FT Edit View Transport Tracks OO New N Open 0 Open Recent p Close W Save Project 5 Save Project As Save Compressed Copy of Project Check Dependencies Open Metadata Editor Import Export Selection Export Labels Export Multiple CXDOrt MIDI Apply Chain Edit Chains Page Setup Print 2 The window below will appear Click Export The Format should default to the MP3 format however you can select other audio formats such as WAV m Save As sprin 0 Where Desktop Format MP3 Files He Record to CD Record to CD by copying or dragging the recorded files from the saved location on your PC to Windows Media Turntable or iTunes platform From either platform your recordings can be burned to CD or converted to another audio format as may be desired For further details regarding Audacity recording and editing detail for Mac Audacity s home page offers a series of r
5. click on the Audacity icon to start the Audacity software program Once installed the Audacity program should open automatically The Audacity icon ou be saved to your computer s Desktop as a shortcut Use the icon shortcut as a convenient method to open the Audacity program 21 Audacity Software amp USB Connection Your Mac and Audacity must recognize your USB connection to your VINYLWRITER PRO turntable Therefore always turn on your computer and connect the USB cable to the turntable s and the computer s USB port Then with the AC adapter connected to your turntable move the tone arm towards the album to start the turntable IMPORTANT In order to help ensure Audacity and you computer recognize the USB connection always connect your turntable USB port to your PC USB port before you open the Audacity program Audacity Control Panel amp Configuring Audacity Settings Audacity Control Panel Recording Window for Mac Fie Edit View T Tracks Generate Effect Window t gam Q Project Rate Dtr Selection Start ind length Audio Position 44100 9 Snp To OOHOO MOO ss OOHOG MOGs GORDO MOOs Audacity Control Buttons amp Settings The Audacity control panel is the interface to apply recording settings amp operate recording controls Use File and Edit to save export and modify setting Preferences View Transport Tracks Generate Effect Analyze Window Help menus are advanced features to edit audio recordings Au
6. while recording it is not selected audio cannot be played over your computer speakers while recording Alternatively listen to the audio being recorded over the VINYLWRITER PRO turntable s built in speaker 2 Click OK Audacity Preferences Audio I O Quality File Formats Spectrograms Directories Interface Keyboard 4 gt Playback Device loud speaker High Definition Audio Recording mo GD USB Audio CODEC Channels 2 Stereo Play other tracks while recording new one 17 Software Playthrough Play new track while recording it Adjust the output and input volume Output Volume ia pea a ee Input Volume 2 0 NOTE Due to variations between different operation system OS input volume control feature may NOT work on some Windows versions Windows Vista is recommended to ensure the input volume control operates properly 13 Recording to a PC To record audio to your computer 1 Place your album on the turntable platter and align the cartridge slightly ahead of the track you want to begin recording Lower the cartridge needle to the album 2 Click the Record button to start recording The waves top and bottom will show on the interface 3 Record the entire album or random tracks by clicking the Pause m button on the computer Audacity Interface Control Panel to allow time to prepare for the next song or album Once you are ready to continu
7. you to hear the audio from the turntable even if you have not record enabled the Audacity application N 1 48 42 36 30 24 18 12 6 0 Pu 48 42 36 30 4 y ee ee We ae ale A 10 a Vertical Stereo Linear e IF you are not seeing the microphone slider please go to the Preferences menu in Audacity click on the Interface tab and make sure that the Enable Mixer Toolbar and Enable Meter Toolbar options are checked If they are not please check them and then press OK Check the microphone slider to make sure that it is at full volume all the way to the right as shown in the image below If you are not seeing the microphone slider please go to the Preferences menu in Audacity click on the Interface tab and make sure that the Enable Mixer Toolbar and Enable Meter Toolbar options are checked If they are not please check them and then press OK 0 D an PROBLEM POOR SOUND QULITY SOLUTION e Make sure that your RCA plugs are plugged into a source or not touching bare metal If you are experiencing noise through the USB you may have interference from the RCA plugs Ensure the USB cable is not touching or near any other cables e Unit may be too close to an electrical magnetic appliance Turn off nearby appliance IF you experience any odd sounds coming from the recording try closing all applications restart the computer and only run Audacity while recording 28 Warranty a Your VINY
8. GRA Qa Vinylwriter Pro DIGITAL AUDIO User Guide GDI VW05 Contents page IMPORTANT Safety Instructions PARTI Turntable Operation 4 Turntable Part Names Functions 4 Listening to a Record 4 PART Il Record from Turntable to PC or Mac 5 Audacity 5 Audacity Software amp USB Connection 5 Audacity for PC 5 Set Up Wizard How to Set Up with PC 5 Installing Audacity Software on your PC 6 1 1 Audacity Control Panel amp Configuring Audacity Settings 1 Configuring Settings for PC Windows 2 Recording to a PC 14 Export amp Save Recordings files as WAV 14 Dividing Tracks amp Exporting 15 Record to CD 15 Audio Playback amp Special Windows Set Up Windows 7 16 Windows 7 Recording Level Adjustments 18 Audacity for Mac 21 Set Up Wizard How to Set Up amp Record with Mac 21 Audacity Software amp USB Connection 22 Audacity Control Panel amp Configuring Audacity Settings 22 Export amp Save Recordings files 25 Record to CD 25 Accessory Items Included 26 Specifications amp System Requirements 26 Tips for Better Turntable Performance 26 Troubleshooting 27 Warranty 29 Customer Service amp Support 29 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Head all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with a dry cloth 7 Donot block any ventilation opening s install in accordance with the manufacture
9. LWRITER PRO GDI VW05 is supported by a limited manufacturer s warranty for product defects in material or workmanship that may be evident under normal use for 1 year from date of purchase from an authorized franchisee or dealer The warranty stated herein is the only warranty applicable to this product All other warranties expressed or implied are hereby disclaimed and are limited by the written limited warranties contained herein Except as provided herein the manufacturer shall have no liability or responsibility to a customer or any other person or entity with respect to any liability loss or damage caused directly or indirectly by use or performance of the product or arising out of any breach of this warranty including but not limited to any damages resulting in inconvenience loss of time data property or profit or any indirect special incidental or consequential damages even if the manufacturer has been advised of the possibility of such damages In the event of a product defect during the warranty period return of the product and your sales receipt as proof of purchase date for your VINYLWRITER PRO unit s is required and shall at the discretions of the manufacturer result in a correction of the defect by repair without charge for parts and labor b replacement with the same or similar design or c refund for the purchase price if purchased directly and returned within 30 days of purchase All replaced parts and products
10. You may try any other option listed in the drop down menu as a possible settings option PROBLEM NO AUDIO from Mac when PLAYING back a new recording SOLUTION STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Unplug the USB connection from Mac Close and re open Audacity click on Edit and select Preferences The Audio I O tab will open and under Playthrough check there is a check mark in the box beside Hardware Playthrough amp Software Playthrough Play new track while recording it Turn on and up volume level on your computer speakers 27 PROBLEM NOT Recording in STEREO to Mac SOLUTION Close and re open Audacity click on Edit and select Preferences Audio I O tab will open Under Recording Check the drop down menu beside Channels IF 1 Mono is selected change to 2 Stereo PROBLEM POWER DOES NOT COME ON WHEN SWITCH SELECTED SOLUTION e Check the AC adaptor is connected at the back of the unit and to the wall outlet PROBLEM GENERAL NO SOUND SOLUTION If there is no audio during an Audacity software application go back to the preferences as shown above and make sure you have selected the appropriate USB input for the recording device e Power Cycle Close Audacity turn off the turntable unplug the USB Cable Then plug in the USB Cable turn on the turntable and reopen Audacity e IF you are not able to hear any audio as you play the record please click on the microphone drop down arrow and select Monitor Input This will enable
11. and folder tasks y CJ Audacity for MAC Ga hudacity_for_WIN CJ 2 acc E 1 KB Other Places x The GNU General i Public License html HTML Document A 3 Double click the Audacity_for_WIN and audacity win 1 2 6 will appear gt double click the audacity win 1 2 6 to open the Audacity software for PC installation eM y Com puter File Edit view Favorites Tools Help a Qpack BH JPSearch f Folder Fi Ei File and folder tasks t Ja s kJ lame_enc dll Ay Other Places y r rA Er E Installing Audacity Software on your PC 1 The Audacity Setup Wizard will appear Click on Next gt to begin the software install process te Setup Audacity Welcome to the Audacity Setup Wizard This will install Audacity 1 2 6 on your computer It i recommended that pou close all other applications before continuing Click Next to continue of Cancel to ext Setup 2 Click on I accept the agreement and click on Next 15 Setup Audacity License Agreement Please read the following important information before continuing Please read the following License Agreement You must accept the terms of this agreement before continuing wath the installation Note Audacity is distributed under the terms of the GNU GPL This includes everything in the source code distribution except code in the lib src directory Code in the lib sre directory may be released under a different license which
12. and products on which a refund may be made become the property of the manufacturer New and reconditioned parts and products should be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period The warranty does not cover damage or failure caused by or attributed to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper installation or improper maintenance alteration lightning or excessive voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a VINYLWRITER PRO authorized service facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or re installation Customers are responsible for any shipping costs related to product return repair and or refund Warranty terms may be revised without notification at the discretion of the manufacturer Customer Service amp Support For questions regarding your GDI VW05 please visit us at www gracedigitalaudio com and click on Support 29 DIGITAL AUDIO Grace Digital Audio san Diego CA 30
13. ayback Change the default device in the drop down menu Select a playback device and click OK IMPORTANT IF Solution 2 Alternative is selected settings must be manually Reset every time the USB cable id connected from your turntable to your PC Digital Audio amp PDIF Speakers Ga Ir Vista and Windows 7 Set Default w Properties Sound playback P Default device all Volume Advanced 4A Default device 4 Microphone USB Audio Codec __Yotme _ _ Advanced HIDI music playback vja Default device ee Microsol GS Wavetable SW Synth x Volume About I Use only default devices Other Windows Versions 16 NO AUDIO during RECORDING Audio may NOT be heard from the your computer speakers when recording downloading from your VINYLWRITER PRO to your PC gt Solution Go to the Audacity Control Panel click Edit and select Preference Select the Audio I O tab and select the box for Software Playthrough Play new track while recording it and Click OK Refer to page 25 for reference image of Audacity Preferences that should appear on your computer screen Audio I O Q ality File Formats Spectrograms Directories Interface Keyboard 4 t Flayback Device loud speaker High Definition Audio m Recording Device microphone USE Audio CODEC J Channels 2 Stereo hay other tracks while recording new one Etware Playthrough
14. beside the Create a desktop icon is selected so that a shortcut to the Audacity program is saved on your Desktop 4 Click on the Install button to start installation is Setup Audacity Ready to Install Setup is now ready to begin installing Audacity on your computer Click Install to continue with the installation or click Back if you want to review or change any settings Destination location C Program Files Audacity Additional tasks Additional icons Create a desktop icon Other tasks Associate Audacity project files ie Setup Audacity Installing Please wait while Setup installs Audacity on your computer Extracting files C Program Files Audacity Languages tuk Audacity mo a PEEP BEE ERBE RB ERBE BRE Cancel 5 Click on Finish to complete installation iE Setup Audacity Completing the Audacity Setup Wizard Setup has finished installing Audacity on your computer The application may be launched by selecting the installed icons Chick Finish to exit Setup Launch Audacity 6 You can now open the Audacity software and start recording your files using Audacity NOTE Once installed you should NOT have to re install the Audacity software again For additional information regarding Audacity features amp applications please visit the Audacity website at http audacity sourceforge net 10 Audacity Control Panel amp Configuring Audacity Settings Audacity Control Pane
15. dacity program control buttons at the top of the screen are for the following functions 1 Click the m button to skip to start 2 Click the button to play 3 Click the e button to record 4 Click the u button to pause the recording 5 Click the m button to stop the recording 6 Click the button to skip to end 7 Adjust the output volume 8 Adjust the input volume 22 At the top of the main Audacity window to the right of the play control buttons you will see the input and output level meters labeled L and R Under the output level meter is an icon that looks like a microphone Next to the microphone is a black arrow that points down Click this arrow and select Start Monitor If you don t see the input and output level meters Preferences should be adjusted File Edit View Trans Tracks Generate Effect z iat we i L LU N TE g j i a wl ee E T Disable Meter I Start Monitoring Horizontal Stereo Vertical Stereo Linear Preferences Audacity Preferences 1 Click the Audacity on the Audacity Control Panel and select Preferences ET File Edit YO About Audacity lll MM Preferences amp T Services b Hide Audacity 3H Hide Others TH Show All Quit Audacity Q gt The window will open up to Audacity Preferences You can see the Audio I O Quality Import Export Interface Spectrograms Directories S
16. ded files and export and save recorded files to you r DESKTOP 5 Follow steps 2 3 and 4 above to divide songs one by one as desired Record to CD Record to CD or MP3 by copying or dragging the recorded files from the saved location on your PC to Windows Media Turntable or iTunes platform From either platform your recordings can be burned to CD or converted to MP3 as desired 15 1 Audio Playback amp Special Windows Set Up Windows 7 In some instances audio may NOT be heard from your computer s speakers during the recording process or during playback NO AUDIO during PLAYBACK When the Turntable is connected to your PC over the USB the default playback d evice changes to the USB Audio CODEC while connected gt Solution 1 Preferred Disconnect the USB cable from the PC gt Solution 2 Alternative Adjust the Audio Settings in the Control Panel On Vista and Windows 7 gt Click Start on your computer amp go to the Control Panel Click on the Sound icon Click the Playback tab and change the playback device Click OK On Other Windows Versions e g Windows XP 3 GG gt Click Start and select Programs Accessories Entertainment and click Sound Recorder Within Sound Recorder click the Edit tab and select Audio Properties OR gt Click on Control Panel and select Sound and audio device Select the Audio tab In Sound pl
17. e Desktop There are five folders in the Audacity disk Double click Audacity_for MAC for Macintosh system and select Audacity_for_WIN for Windows system 0 00 Audacity v Devices 3 Macintosh HD EX iDisk audacity src 1 2 6 Audacity_for_MAC Audacity_for_WIN _ Audacity 1 3 7 1 Search AUTORUN INF The GNU General Public License html lf your computer is a Mac OS X system Intel CPU select the Intel folder lf your computer is a Mac OS 9 system select the Mac OS 9 folder lf your computer is a Mac OS X system Power PC CPU select the PPC folder NOTE The other 3 files audacity src 1 2 6 AUTORUN INF The GNU General Public License html are reference files only and should be ignored My Computer aa File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Jbak O BH Search f Folder 7 File and folder tasks x ante on Mac OS 9 CJ PPC Other Places gt Details NOTE Recently Intel is the commonly used processer in Mac To confirm the processer in your Mac highlight the Apple icon in the menu bar and select About This Mac For Intel Select audacity macosx ub 1 3 7 dmg and the Audacity 1 3 7 1 window opens 2 Double click on the setup file appropriate to your system For instance click on the audacity dmg icon and the software files will open in a folder Select all the files in the folder and drag them into a suitable location on the hard drive Applications etc 3 Double
18. e recording press the Pause eton on the computer and downloading will continue 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have finished downloading NOTE Do not click Stop button on computer while continuously downloading songs Remember to click Pause in between your desired songs Press Stop on the computer only when all your desired songs have been downloaded After you have finished downloading you may play back the songs through your computer In Stop Mode simply click the gt button l l le Est Yee rei Generate Ever gnam ie a l a IF _ R i J i pa i r ff baf a 3 A AF Fads a A i F Fluctuant Wave Dizi Space perked for recor dire E found aed Fer Proci rae AH urs 00000 mir pee rep To Crt Export and Save Recordings files as WAV gt The easiest way to record your records is to play from start to finish on one side and record as a single track IF you need to flip the album over to side 2 press the PAUSE button on Audacity until you are ready to continue recording When you are ready to end your recordi download press the STOP button gt You now have an audio file recorded downloaded as a data based file to your computer You can use this file using Audacity Audacity aup data file only In order to use the file outside of Audacity convert the file to an audio format RECOMMENDATION convert a
19. eferences To access these materials go to www audacity sourceforge net click on the Help amp Contact Us tabs and refer to the items highlighted as Tutorial Tips and Wiki 25 Accessories Items Included GDI VW05 Unit 45 rpm Adapter Audacity Software CD Disk for PC amp MAC 9V Power Adaptor USB Cable Removable Dust Cover RCA Line cable User Guide Specifications Power Requirements Input 120V 60Hz Output 9V Power Consumption 5 W approx Dimensions L x W x H 16 x 12 x 2 approx Weight 3 5 Ibs approx System Requirements Windows XP Vista 7 or Mac OS9 or higher USB 1 1 port or higher CD drive or internet access Minimum Available Hard Drive Space 8 MB 100 MB recommended Minimum Processor 32 bit 64 bit recommended This product comes with Audacity 1 2 6 for PC amp 1 3 for Mac The included version of Audacity and Window 7 updates can be downloaded free at http audacity sourceforge net download mac PC System OS Windows XP Vista Windows 7 Windows 95 NT NOT supported RAM Windows 2000 XP 512MB 1 GHz Vista Home Basic 2 GB 1GHz Vista Home Premium Business Ultimate Windows 7 4 GB 2GHz MAC System OS OS9 or later with Audacity v 1 0 OS x 10 4 or later recommended Audacity 1 3 requires Mac OS x 10 4 or later Audacity 1 2 requires Mac OS X 10 1 or later Audacity 1 0 requires Mac OS 9 0 or later RAM Audacity runs best with 64 MB RAM and 300 MHz processor o
20. est performance and product maintenance unplug the turntable when not in use PART Il Record from Turntable to PC or Mac Audacity Cd Audacity Audacity is the recording and editing software program included with your VINYLWRITER PRO turntable You must install Audacity or an alternative recording software on your computer to record audio from your VINYLWRITER PRO to your computer The Audacity disc includes software for use with PC Audacity Version 1 2 6 and Mac Audacity Version 1 3 7 computers IF you click on the disc and select open you will find the disc contains 5 software files 1 Audacity_for_MAC 3 audacity src 1 2 6 2 Audacity_for_WIN 4 AUTORUN INF 5 The GNU General Public License html IF you use a PC you require Audacity_for_WIN and if you use a Mac you require Audacity_for_Mac The software is compatible with Window 98 2000 ME XP VISTA 7 and Macintosh NOTE The other 3 files audacity src 1 2 6 AUTORUN INF The GNU General Public License html are reference files only and should be ignored Once you have completed installing the Audacity Set Up Wizard to your MAC or PC Audacity software will allow you to create record and edit files made from the audio recorded from your VINYLWRITER PRO Once installed the Audacity program should open automatically The Audacity icon f should be saved to your computer s Desktop as a shortcut Click on the icon as a convenient method to open the Audacity program A
21. is GPL compatible For a summary see the README txt file and for specilic details see the license information inside each subdirectory of lib sre The full text of the GNU GPL follows GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE accept the agreement do not accept the agreement 3 Continue to click on the Next gt buttons el ip Setup Audacity Information Please read the following important information before continuing When you are ready to continue with Setup click Next udacity A Free Cross Platform Digital Audio Editor ersion 1 2 6 For changelog see the bottom of this document http audacity sourceforge net Email audacity help lists sourceforge net Lead Developers Dominic Mazzoni project leader Matt Brubeck James Crook Vaughan Johnson w ie Setup Audacity Select Destination Location Where should Audacity be installed CJ Setup will install Audacity into the following folder To continue click Next If you would like to select a different folder click Browse iC Program Files Audacity At least 8 3 MB of free disk space is required i Setup Audacity Select Additional Tasks Which additional tasks should be performed Select the additional tasks you would like Setup to perform while installing Audacity then chek Next Additional icons Create a desktop icon ther tasks Associate Audacity project files NOTE be sure the box
22. l Buttons amp Settings The Audacity control panel is the interface to apply recording settings amp operate recording controls Use the File and Edit to save export and modify setting Preferences View Project Generate Effect and Analyze menus are advanced features to edit audio recordings Audacity Control Panel Recording Window for PC Prog rahe 44000 AE OC miget Enap To Ce The Control Buttons at the top of the screen are for the following functions Click the button to skip to start Adjust the output volume Click the button to play Click the button to record Click the u button to pause the recording Click the button to stop the recording Adjust the input volume Click the button to skip to end er EEE aa 0 0 0o D De pE ye p E E E 4 11 Configuring Settings for PC Windows You should be able to connect your VINYLWRITER PRO to your computer with the USB cord power on your turntable then open Audacity press play on your play record on the Audacity control panel and begin to record However in some instances you may have to configure the settings Preferences To configure the setting preferences open Audacity select Edit then select Preferences and refer to the Audio I O tab VVV Y Audacity Preferences 1 Click Edit on the Audacity interface select Preferences Audaci
23. ll files to WAV format for exporting to your computer gt Tosave as a WAV file click on File select Export As WAV and enter a file name and a location for where to save the file on your computer RECOMMENDATION save your files to your Desktop 14 gt To playback recorded audio through your compute lick the to play NOTE For more details regarding Audacity operation and revised versions of Audacity software visit the Audacity website at http audacity sourceforge net Dividing Tracks amp Exporting Should you wish to divide a song or a series of song after recording you track 1 Press button to return to the beginning of the track 2 Move cursor to the wave graphic area left click mouse and hold then drag from left to right Release the mouse when the first song area has been highlighted mu T gas 999999 TEKE EEEEENSSEELEREEEN o AP Re 4 345 ea RE PF ehe gt A 2 z eb j a ee nn 36m Cer Gar recoding 11 Fear anal mare Projectimter data sieben OIT 1 47 EL BSG mare ec orap Ta Ott I z T 3 Click the File tab and select Export Selection As WAV 4 The window will pop up a dialog box for you to enter the name File name and where you want to save the file Save in on your computer as well as the file format Save as type RECOMMENDATION select Export Selection As WAV for ALL recor
24. mart Recording Theme Keyboard and Mouse Oevice Core Awda USB Aitio CODEC H Using Portaudio v19 Part Overtub May other tracks atte recording mew one daare Maythiegh Play mew track while seeming A A software Playtwough Fay new track while recording t Leagth of presiew 1 Bayer Mate he Selecton Start ins lengm Ande Porter 44100 Snap To OOROO mOGse OOROOmOOse OO ROO mIOr 2 Audio I O tab Select the Recording Device Core Audio USB Audio CODEC gt Click the Audio I O in the Audacity Preferences window Under the Playback amp Recording Sections gt Click the Device and select Core Audio USB Audio CODEC gt Click the Channels and select 2 stereo Under the Playthrough Section 23 gt Select the box beside Software Playthrough Play new track while recording it gt Select the box beside Hardware Playthrough Play new track while recording it gt Click OK Note IF you do not find microphone USB Audio CODEC as a selection close Audacity unplug and plug in the USB cord to your PC and open Audacity again Playback Recording Import Export aA zz zz zu i SS et interface Using Portaudio vis Channels 2 Stereo j H Spectrograms Directories La kn Smart Recording C Qwerdub Play other tracks while recording new one Theme C Hardware Playthrough Play new track while recording it a Pi Software Playthrough Play new track while recording it Mouse Effect
25. ntended to alert User to the presence of dangerous voltage which may be of sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock to persons The exclamation point inside an equilateral triangle is intended to alert User to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature that may accompany the appliance This product may contain cheimcals listed in Proposition 65 http www oehha ca gov prop65 prop65 _list Newlist html That may be known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm CAUTION To prevent shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully inserted BEFORE USE Choose a safe location and avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near any heat source Avoid locations subject to vibrations excessive dust cold or moisture Do not open the cabinet as this may result in electrical shock When removing the power plug from the wall outlet pull directly on the plug NOT the cord ao RON a Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finishing A clean dry cloth is recommended for cleaning 6 In order to completely turn off the unit unplug the power cord from the wall outlet 7 Keep this manual for future reference PARTI Turntable Operation Turntable Part Names Functions Se a ee Removable Dust Cover Platter 7 3 7 gt 45 rpm Adapter Adjustable Tone Arm Balance Tone Arm Lift Lever 6 3 Speed 33 1 3
26. r higher TIPS for Better Turntable Performance e When opening or closing the turntable cover handle it gently moving it either at the center or equally from both sides e Do not touch the stylus needle tip with your fingers avoid bumping the stylus on the turntable or record s edge e Clean the stylus tip frequently use a soft brush in a back to front motion only e If you must use a stylus cleaning fluid use very sparingly e Wipe the dust cover and turntable housing gently with a soft cloth Use only a small amount of mild detergent solution to clean the turntable and dust cover e Never apply harsh chemicals or solvents to any part of the turntable system e Always unplug the unit from the AC outlet and secure the tone arm before moving 26 Trouble Shooting In case of trouble with the unit please refer to the following problems to see if you can solve and address the issue PROBLEM SOLUTION STEP 1 STEP 2 PROBLEM SOLUTION STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 PROBLEM SOLUTION PROBLEM SOLUTION PRBLEM SOLUTION STEP 1 STEP 2 NOT RECORDING from Turntable to PC Confirm the USB cable is connected to PC amp Turntable Close and re open Audacity click on Edit and select Preferences The Audio I O tab will open Select Speaker USB Audio CODEC and Microphone USB Audio CODEC for the Playback Device and Recording Device respectively IF still having an issue select Microsoft Sound Mapper Ou
27. r s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat source such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the circuitry or electrical shock If a foreign object should get into the set contact your dealer 10 The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus 11 The mains plug is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable 12 Before plugging DC power adaptor into the unit please make sure the POWER button is off PRECAUTIONS 1 In order to shut off the unit completely unplug the power cord from the wall outlet be sure to unplug the unit if you do not intend to use it for a long period of time 2 Incorrect use of controls adjustments and performance other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure 3 Should this product malfunction discontinue use and contact a qualified service center WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture CAUTION RISKS OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove casing No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel The light flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is i
28. s Preview Cut Preview Length of preview 3 seconds Preview before cut region 1 seconds Preview after cut region 1 seconds Latency Seck Time when playing Audio to buffer 100 millisecands Short period 1 seconds higher more latency Latency correction 0 negative backwards Long period 15 seconds milliseconds nn Cancel I 3 Under the Quality tab set the Default Sample Format to 16 bit Select OK to save your setting and close the preferences window ee Audacity Preferences Audio 1 0 sampling Default Sample Rate 44100 Hz 44100 Import Export Interface Default Sample For Spectrograms 24 bit i Conversi n 32 bit float Directories a eee Smart Recording Sample Rate Converter Dither Theme Real time Fast Sine interpolation I None Keyboard ee Mouse High quality High quality sinc In 4 _Triangle a On the top of the Audacity window to the right of the input and output level meters labeled L and R you will see the input and output volume To the left of the input and output volume there is a volume icon Adjust the output and input volume to maximum Output volume Input volume Window Help D 4 Audacity 4 i Pi Et ana ur BE IHE NOTE Because of the variation of different operation system the input volume control may not work on some individual Windows versions Windows Vista is recommended to ensure the input volume control working properly Export and
29. tput and Microsoft Sound Mapper Input from the same drop down menus You may also wish to try any other option listed in the drop down menu as a possible settings option NO AUDIO from PC when PLAYING back a new recording Unplug the USB connection from PC Close and re open Audacity click on Edit and select Preferences The Audio I O tab will open Check there is a check mark in the box beside Software Playthrough Play new track while recording it Turn on the volume level on your computer speakers NOT Recording in STEREO to PC Close and re open Audacity click on Edit and select Preferences Audio I O tab will open Check the drop down menu for beside Channels IF 1 Mono is selected change to 2 Stereo NOT Supporting Window 7 or VISTA Visit http audacity sourceforge net download and download the latest 1 3 series version 1 3 12 or higher direct to your PC NOT RECORDING from Turntable to Mac Confirm the USB cable is connected to your Mac and turntable Highlight the Apple icon in the menu bar and select System Preferences Under the Hardware section select Sound then select USB Audio CODEC as the sound input device Close and re open Audacity click on Edit and select Preferences The Audio I O tab will open Select Core Audio USB Audio CODEC for the Playback and Recording Devices respectively IF the issue continues select Microsoft Sound Mapper Output and Microsoft Sound Mapper Input from the same drop down menus
30. ty Edit View Project Generate Effect Analyze Help 7 iY T Bi 4 BE Select Move Cursor b Snap To Li Preferences The Audacity Preferences window will show several tabs Audio I O Quality File Formats Spectrograms Directories Interface Keyboard and Mouse However you should only be interested in the Audio I O tab Audacity Preferences Audio 1 0 Quality File Formats Spectrograms Directories Interface Keyboard Mouse 1 Audio I O Tab The Audio I O tab has a Playback and Recording section and 2 feature options at the bottom Under the Playback Section Device gt Click on Device drop down menu and a Playback Device Under the Recording Section Device gt Click on Device drop down menu and select microphone USB Audio CODEC NOTE IF you do not find microphone USB Audio CODEC as a selection close Audacity unplug and plug in the USB cord to your PC and open Audacity again 12 NOTE Alternative device selections may include Microsoft Sound Mapper that may offer an alternative quality recording device Under the Channels Section gt Click on the Channel drop down menu and select 2 Stereo NOTE IF you select 1 Mono all recordings will be in mono tone Under the Feature Options gt Click the box for Software Playthrough Play new track while recording it NOTE IF Software Playthrough Play new track
31. udacity Software amp USB Connection Your PC and Audacity must recognize your USB connection to your VINYLWRITER PRO turntable Therefore always turn on your computer and connect the USB cable to the turntable s and the computer s USB port Then with the AC adapter connected to your VINYLWRITER PRO turntable move the tone arm toward the album to start the turntable IMPORTANT In order help ensure Audacity and you computer recognize the USB connection always connect your turntable USB port to your PC USB port before you open the Audacity program Audacity for PC Set Up Wizard Howto Set Up with PC To open the Set Up Wizard and install Audacity to your computer follow these steps 1 Insert the Audacity software disk that comes with your unit Go to My Computer and double click the CD ROM Drive NOTE The CD may automatically launch the Set Up Wizard IF this is the case refer to page 11 My Computer File Edit View Favorites Tools Help a Qpack BH JP Search fy Folder Fi File Stored on This Computer Ei System Tasks 2 m BEER was Other Places SYSTEM C SYSTEM D er DATA F Details Devices with Removable Storage 2 Five folders should appear from the Audacity disk gt Audacity_for_WIN is for Windows systems gt Audacity_for_MAC is for Macintosh systems My Computer C fe x File Edit View Favorites Tools Help a Ock O p Peach p Folder f i Sy oes De AUTORUN INF File
32. w a program through Windows Firewall Network and Internet View network status and tasks Set up file sharing Hardware and Sound Play CDs or other media automaticglly Printer Mouse Programs Uninstall a program Change startup programs User Accounts Change account type Appearance and Personalization Change desktop background Change the color scheme Adjust screen resolution Clock Language and Region Change keyboards or other input methods Change display language Ease of Access Let Windows suggest settings Optimize visual display Additional Options 18 Inthe Sound window select the Recording tab Select a recording device RECOMMENDATION select Microphone Control Panel Home Printers System and Maintenance Adda printer Change default printer Security AutoPlay Network and Internet Hardware and Sound Change default settings for media or devices Programs User Accounts z j fem volume Change system sounds Appearance and Personalization Mouse Clock Language and Region Ease of Access Additional Options Power Opuons Classic View Personalization ry Change size of on screen items Adjust screen resolution How to correct monitor flicker refresh rate Scanners and Cameras View scanners and cameras Scan a document or picture Keyboard Change cursor blink rate Check keyboard status Change button settings Change pointer appearance Send a fax
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