Sound Sation VoxTaker 100 USB User manual

USER MANUAL / MANUALEUtENtE
www.soundsationmusic.com
USB Professional Studio Microphone

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Dear customer,
First of all thanks far purchasing a SOUNDSATION® product. Our mis-
sion is to satisfy all possible needs of musical instrument and profes-
sional audio and lighting users offering a wide range of products using
the latest technologies.
We hope you will be satised with this item and, if you want to collab-
orate, we are looking for a feedback from you about the operation of
the product and possible improvements to introduce in the next future.
Go to our website www.soundsationmusic.com and send an e-mail
with your opinion, this will help us to build instruments ever closer to
customer’s real requirements.
One last thing: read this manual before using the instrument, an incor-
rect operation can cause damages to you and to the unit. Take care!
The SOUNDSATION Team

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... page 3
2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX.................................................................................. page 3
3. FEATURES....................................................................................................... page 4
4. ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................... page 4
5. POWER REQUIREMENTS.......................................................................... page 4
6. HOW TO USE THIS MICROPHONE....................................................... page 5
7. SET UP ............................................................................................................. page 5
8. STORAGE..................................................................................................... page 11
9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................. page 12
10. FREQUENCY RESPONSE GRAPH........................................................ page 13
11. POLAR PATTERN GRAPH....................................................................... page 13
12. WARRANTY AND SERVICE ................................................................... page 14
13. WARNING ................................................................................................... page 15
1. INTRODUCTION
VoxTaker 100 USB is a plug and play condenser-capsule studio record-
ing microphone, without having to install any driver. You can easily and
quickly meet a variety of music production applications just connecting
a USB cable. It is compatible with all recording software and ASIO audio
drivers, and uses high-performance USB chip technology, high-quality
single-point capacitive transducers, and delivers warm yet detailed
sound suitable for human voice, music, podcasts and personal record-
ings.
2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX
fVoxTaker 100 USB microphone
fPop lter

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fShock-mount support
fUSB cable (1.8 m)
fUser Manual
fPlastic case
3. FEATURES
fProfessional Pressure Gradient Transducer
fCardioid Polar Pattern
fHigh Quality JFET Preamp
fStrong Output Signal without Distortion
fHigh-speed AD/DA conversion technology
fUp to 48 kHz Sample Frequency
f16 Bit Resolution
fUSB 2.0 Plug and Play Operation
fMaximum compatibility with Windows®and Mac®OS com-
puters without any drivers
fLow Power Consumption
fHigh Absorption Shock-mount
fStylish and Innovative Pop Filter
fPlastic Case
4. ACCESSORIES
High Absorption
Shock-mount
Stylish and
Innovative
Pop-Filter
Plastic Case USB cable
5. POWER REQUIREMENTS

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VoxTaker 100 USB is powered by the USB port of your device, meaning
that normally you can just plug the microphone in and get started right
away. For non-standard USB ports, a powered USB hub may be required.
The VoxTaker 100 USB is a “Plug & Play” USB device, compatible with
both Windows®and Mac®computers, without having to install any
drivers.
The VoxTaker 100 USB features a blue LED inside the microphone grill
that indicates when the microphone is powered. If the light does not
turn on after plugging the microphone in, the computer or device you
are using may not provide enough power for the VoxTaker 100 USB. If
this is the case, we recommend connecting the VoxTaker 100 USB via a
powered USB hub.
6. HOW TO USE THIS MICROPHONE
Cardioid logo on the face of VoxTaker 100 USB indicates the front of the
microphone, and the pick-up area of the cardioid pattern. Please be sure
to have this side facing the sound source you wish to record.
We strongly recommend using the supplied pop-lter for all vocal
recording. This helps in minimizing plosive sounds (like hard “P”, “B”,
“T” and “K” sounds) that produce a sudden jet of air and can cause the
capsule to overload and produce “popping” sounds. An ideal reference
is to keep a distance of 15-20 cm from the VoxTaker 100 USB with the
pop lter attached.
7. SET UP
Any level and sampling frequency adjustments to set the ideal recording
level and quality can be made from within your recording program, or
via your computer system preferences.
To adjust input level and sampling frequency from within your recording
software, refer to the manual provided by the software developer. To
manually adjust your input level and sampling frequency via your com-
puter system preferences, use the following instructions.

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7.1. Adjusting the input level
1) Mac OS computer
Connect your VoxTaker Microphone to a USB Port of your computer. Be
sure that the blue LED inside the microphone grill is on. If it doesn't turn
on after plugging the microphone in, the computer may not provide
enough power for the VoxTaker 100 USB. If this is the case, we recom-
mend connecting the VoxTaker 100 USB via a powered USB hub.
Click on the Apple symbol at the top left of your screen and select
"System Preferences".
Click on “Sound” to open the sound options.
Open the “Input” tab.

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From here, select “Soundsation VoxTaker100” from the list of devices,
and adjust the input level using the slider.
2) Windows computer
Connect your VoxTaker Microphone to a USB Port of your computer. Be
sure that the blue LED inside the microphone grill is on. If it doesn't turn
on after plugging the microphone in, the computer may not provide
enough power for the VoxTaker 100 USB. If this is the case, we recom-
mend connecting the VoxTaker 100 USB via a powered USB hub.
Once the microphone is connected and the internal LED is on, Windows
will automatically search for the USB driver of VoxTaker 100 USB and
install it in your computer (be sure the PC is connected to the internet).
This operation will take a few seconds. Please wait until the system
tells you that the device is ready to use in the lower right corner of the
screen.
Open the Start menu and click on "Windows Settings"
Open the "Devices" preferences from within the Windows Settings
folder.

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You will see the VoxTaker 100 USB listed among the various connected
devices.
Double click on it to access device properties, and open "Recording"
tab.

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Then double click on "Soundsation VoxTaker 100" to adjust the input
level using the slider.
7.2. Adjusting the sample frequency
Adjusting the sample frequency affects sound quality and the size of
audio les you're going to record. The VoxTaker 100 USB allows you to
adjust this parameter from 8kHz to 48kHz. Different values corresponds
to different applications as follow.
8,000 Hz Phone Quality
11,025 Hz Dictation Quality
16,000 Hz Recorder Quality
22,050 Hz Radio AM Quality
32,000 Hz Radio FM Quality
44,100 Hz CD Quality
48,000 Hz DVD Quality
1) Mac OS computer
Click on Launchpad and select "Other" folder. Then launch "Audio MIDI
Setup" application.

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In Audio Devices window, select on left side "Soundsation VoxTaker 100"
device.
Then open the "Format" drop-down menu to choose the appropriate
value.
2) Windows Computer
As in the input level adjustment procedure, open the Start menu, click
on "Windows Settings" and open the "Devices" preferences from within
the Windows Settings folder.
Choose VoxTaker 100 USB device and double click on it to access micro-
phone properties. Then open "Advanced" tab and choose the appropri-
ate format from the drop-down menu.

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8. STORAGE
After use, remove the Voxtaker 100 USB from its pop lter and shock
mount, wipe it with a clean cloth and place in the supplied plastic case.
In any case, please be noticed that a condenser microphone is extremely
sensitive to moisture. So, if the mic is being used regularly, we strongly
suggest you to cover with a protective cloth.

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9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Element: 34mm pressure gradient capsule
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 30Hz – 20kHz
Sensitivity: -38dB (0dB = 1V/Pa at 1kHz)
Output Impedance: 150Ω (at 1kHz)
Load Impedance: ≥1000Ω
Self-Noise: 16dB A-weighted
Max Input SPL: 130dB (at 1kHz ≤1% T.H.D.)
S/N Ratio: 78dB
Phantom Power: +48V
Current Consump-
tion:
3mA
Mic. Size (WxHxD): 188 x 50 x 50 mm
Mic. Weight: 272 g
Case Size (WxHxD): 340 x 280 x 90 mm
Case Weight: 1.5 kg
Technical specications and appearance subject to change without notice. The information
contained herein is correct at the time of printing.

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10. FREQUENCY RESPONSE GRAPH
(Hz)
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20 50 1002 00 500 1K 25K 10 20 K
-30
-40
-50
-60
(dB)
11. POLAR PATTERN GRAPH
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330
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270
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240

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12. WARRANTY AND SERVICE
All SOUNDSATION products feature a limited two-year warranty. This
two-year warranty is specic to the date of purchase as shown on your
purchase receipt.
The following cases/components are not covered from the above war-
ranty:
• Any accessories supplied with the product
• Improper use
• Fault due to wear and tear
• Any modication of the product effected by the user or a third
party
SOUNDSATION shall satisfy the warranty obligations by remedying
any material or manufacturing faults free of charge at SOUNDSATION’s
discretion either by repair or by exchanging individual parts or the
entire appliance. Any defective parts removed from a product during the
course of a warranty claim shall become the property of SOUNDSATION.
While under warranty period, defective products may be returned
to your local SOUNDSATION dealer together with original proof of
purchase. To avoid any damages in transit, please use the original
packaging if available. Alternatively you can send the product to
SOUNDSATION SERVICE CENTER – Via Enzo Ferrari , 10 – 62017 Porto
Recanati - Italy . In order to send a product to service center you need
an RMA number. Shipping charges have to be covered by the owner of
the product.
For further information please visit www.soundsationmusic.com

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13. WARNING
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY – EU and EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechten-
stein) only
This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with
your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2202/96/EC)
and your national law.
This product should be handed over to a designated collection point,
e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar
product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical
and electronic equipment (WEEE).
Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible nega-
tive impact on the environment and human health due to potentially
hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the
same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will
contribute to the effective usage of natural resources.
For more information about where you can drop off your waste equip-
ment for recycling, please contact your local city ofce, waste authority,
approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service.

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Gentile cliente,
Grazie per aver scelto un prodotto SOUNDSATION®. La nostra
missione è quella di offrire ai nostri utenti una vasta gamma di
strumenti musicali ed apparecchiature audio con tecnologie di
ultima generazione.
Speriamo di aver soddisfatto le vostre aspettative e, se voleste
collaborare, saremmo lieti di ricevere un vostro feedback sulla
qualità del prodotto al ne di migliorare costantemente la no-
stra produzione.
Visitate il nostro sito www.soundsationmusic.com ed inviateci
una mail con la vostra opinione, questo ci aiuterà a sviluppare
nuovi prodotti quanto più vicini alle vostre esigenze.
Un’ultima cosa, leggete il presente manuale al ne di evitare
danni alla persona ed al prodotto, derivanti da un utilizzo non
corretto
Il Team SOUNDSATION

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SOMMARIO
1. INTRODUZIONE .................................................................... pagina 18
2. CONTENUTO DELLA CONFEZIONE................................ pagina 18
3. CARATTERISTICHE ................................................................ pagina 18
4. ACCESSORI .............................................................................. pagina 19
5. REQUISITI DI ALIMENTAZIONE ....................................... pagina 19
6. UTILIZZO DEL MICROFONO............................................. pagina 20
7. SETTAGGIO.............................................................................. pagina 20
8. CUSTODIA................................................................................ pagina 26
9. SPECIFICHE TECNICHE........................................................ pagina 27
10. GRAFICO DELLA RISPOSTA IN FREQUENZA............... pagina 28
11. GRAFICO DELLA RISPOSTA POLARE ............................. pagina 28
12. GARANZIA E ASSISTENZA................................................. pagina 29
13. AVVISO...................................................................................... pagina 30

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1. INTRODUZIONE
VoxTaker 100 USB è un microfono "plug and play" per registra-
zione da studio con capsula a condensatore utilizzabile senza
dover installare alcun driver. Semplicemente collegando un
cavo USB, si possono soddisfare una varietà di applicazioni di
produzione musicale facilmente e rapidamente . Il microfono è
compatibile con tutti i software di registrazione e driver audio
ASIO; utilizza tecnologia chip USB ad alte prestazioni, trasdut-
tori capacitivi a punto singolo di alta qualità offrendo un suono
caldo e dettagliato adatto per voce umana, musica, podcast e
registrazioni personali.
2. CONTENUTO DELLA CONFEZIONE
fMicrofono VoxTaker 100 USB
fFiltro Pop
fSupporto antivibrazioni
fCavo USB (1.8 m)
fManuale di Istruzioni
fCustodia in plastica
3. CARATTERISTICHE
fTrasduttore di pressione professionale.
fRisposta polare cardioide
fPreamplicatore JFET Di alta qualità
fForte segnale di uscita senza distorsione
fTecnologia di conversione AD/DA ad alta velocità
fFrequenza di campionamento no a 48 kHz

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fRisoluzione 16 Bit
fFunzionalità Plug and Play USB 2.0
fCompatibilità massima con computer Windows®e Mac®OS
senza bisogno di drivers
fBasso consumo energetico
fSupporto ad alto abbattimento delle vibrazioni
fFiltro Pop elegante e innovativo
fCustodia in plastica
4. ACCESSORI
Supporto ad alto
abbattimento
vibrazioni
Filtro Pop elegante
e innovativo
Custodia in
plastica
Cavo USB
5. REQUISITI DI ALIMENTAZIONE
VoxTaker 100 USB è alimentato dalla porta USB del dispositivo.
Ciò signica che è sufciente collegare il microfono e iniziare
subito con l'utilizzo. Per le porte USB non standard, potrebbe
essere richiesto un Hub USB alimentato. VoxTaker 100 USB è un
dispositivo USB "Plug & Play", compatibile con computer Win-
dows® e Mac®. Non è necessario installare driver dedicati.
VoxTaker 100 USB è dotato di un LED blu all'interno della griglia
del microfono che indica quando il microfono è alimentato.
Se la luce non si accende dopo aver collegato il microfono, il
computer o il dispositivo in uso potrebbero non fornire energia

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sufciente per VoxTaker 100 USB. In tal caso, si consiglia di col-
legare VoxTaker 100 USB tramite un hub USB alimentato.
6. UTILIZZO DEL MICROFONO
Il logo "Cardioide" sulla supercie di VoxTaker 100 USB indica la
parte anteriore del microfono e l'area nella quale viene captato
il suono. Assicurarsi di avere questo lato rivolto verso la sorgen-
te sonora che si desidera registrare.
Si consiglia vivamente di utilizzare il ltro pop in dotazione per
tutte le registrazioni vocali. Ciò aiuta a ridurre al minimo i suoni
plurali (ad esempio "P", "B", "T" e "K") che producono un getto
d'aria improvviso e possono causare il sovraccarico della capsula
e quindi produrre suoni "scoppiettanti". Un riferimento ideale
è di mantenere una distanza di 15-20 cm dal VoxTaker 100 USB
con il ltro anti-pop collegato.
7. SETTAGGIO
Le regolazioni del livello e della frequenza di campionamento
per impostare il livello di registrazione e la qualità ideale, pos-
sono essere effettuate all'interno del software di registrazione o
tramite le preferenze del sistema del computer.
Per regolare il livello di ingresso e la frequenza di campiona-
mento dall'interno del software di registrazione, fare riferimento
al manuale fornito dall'Azienda produttrice/distributrice del
software. Per regolare manualmente il livello di ingresso e la
frequenza di campionamento tramite le preferenze di sistema
del computer, utilizzare le seguenti istruzioni.