Stadium SYDNEY User manual

USB
MICROPHONE
USER GUIDE
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SYDNEY
PODCAST
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VOCAL
MUSIC
CARDIOID PATTERN
VOICE OVERS

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Preliminary setup with Mac OS X
1. Plug the free end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your
computer. Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device.
2. To select the SYDNEY as your audio input, first open your System
Preferences
NOTE: Many recording software programs are available online. Audacity is
widely used free software for recording and editing sounds. It is available
online at http://sourceforge.net

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SYDNEY USB
USB
Preliminary setup with Mac OS X
3. Next, click Sound to display the Sound Preference panel.
4. Click the input tab and select the SYDNEY USB as the device for sound
input.
Your preferences are now set to use the SYDNEY on your Mac with
GarageBand or another recording program of your choice.

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Preliminary setup with Windows XP
1. Plug the free end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your
computer. Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device.
2. To select the SYDNEY USB as your default recording device, begin at your
START menu.
3. Select Control Panel.

Preliminary setup with Windows XP
4. Select Sounds and Audio Devices.
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Preliminary setup with Windows XP
5. Select the Audio tab, and choose SYDNEY USB as the default device.
6. Adjust computer volume by clicking on the Volume button beneath Sound
recording Default device.
7. Through the Wave In window, you can set the computer volume or mute
the microphone.
8. Your preferences are now set to use the SYDNEY with Windows XP with
the recording program of your choice.
SYDNEY USB
MEMPHIS
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Preliminary setup with Windows Vista
1. Plug the free end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer.
Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device.
2. To select the SYDNEY USB as your default recording device, begin at your
START menu. Select Control Panel
3. Select (double-click) Sound
5. Select the Recording tab. Make sure that the SYDNEY USB microphone is
set as the default recording device. (You should see a green check mark
beside the USB microphone icon.)
Your preferences are now set to use the SYDNEY with Windows Vista with
the recording program of your choice.
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Microphone
SYDNEY USB Mic
Working
Microphone
SigmaTel C-Major Audio
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Preliminary setup with Windows 7/10
1. Plug the free end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer.
Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device.
2. START menu > Control Panel > Sound
To select the SYDNEY USB as your default recording device, begin at your
START menu. Select Control Panel
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Preliminary setup with Windows 7/10
4. Select Sound
5. The following screen will pop up
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Microphone
SYDNEY USB-Mic
Default Device
Your preferences are now set to use the SYDNEY with Windows 7/10 with the
recording program of your choice.
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Preliminary setup with Windows 7/10
6. Select the Recording tab, and choose SYDNEY USB as the default device.
7. Double click on the SYDNEY USB icon to open the Microphone Properties
window. Select the levels tab to adjust microphone level (loudness). You may
need to come back to this window to readjust the level after you begin recording.
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Additional Information
Muting output
To activate mute output press the mute button on top of the microphone. This
will illuminate when active. Press again to deactivate.
Setting your software levels
Correct adjustment of microphone level is important for optimum performance.
Ideally, the microphone level should be as high as possible without
overloading the input of your computer. If you hear distortion, or if your
recording program shows levels that are consistently overloaded (at peak
levels), turn the microphone volume (or level) down, either through your
control panel (or system preferences) settings, or through your recording
software. If your recording program shows insufficient level, you can increase
the microphone gain either from the control panel (or system preferences)
settings or through your recording program.
Positioning your microphone
It is important to position the microphone directly in line (on axis) with the
person speaking/singing or instrument (or other sound source) to achieve the
best frequency response of the microphone. This requires the user to speak
into the microphone with the STADIUM logo positioned towards the mouth.
As this microphone is directional. The distance from the mouth should be
about 1 inch, or 10 - 40mm for optimal recording. For use in speaking/singing
applications, the ideal placement for the microphone is directly in front of the
person speaking/singing The same placement is optimal when miking an
instrument such as an acoustic guitar, drums or piano. Experiment with
different mic placements to find the best sound for your particular setup.
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Specifications
System Requirements:
Macintosh: Mac OS X; USB 1.0 or 2.0; 64 MB RAM (minimum);
Windows: XP/Vista/Windows 7; USB 1.0 or 2.0; 64 MB RAM (minimum)
† Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Features:
• High sensitivity, low noise and wide dynamic range
• Cardioid pickup to reduce unwanted noise
• Durable metal body and mesh grill
• Powered by USB type B cable
• Mute button
• Windows and Mac compatible, no drivers needed
Inclusions:
1 x USB Microphone
1 x Tripod folding desk stand
1 x USB cable length: 1.8M
1 x Microphone sock
Power supply: Computer USB power
Direction: Cardioid
Frequency range: 30-18.000Hz
Max SPL: 94dB
Sampling rate: 16 bit, 48kHz
Sensitivity: -36dB +/- 2dB
(0dB=1V/Pa at 1KHz)
S/N Ratio: 74dB
Mic Gain: −16dB (45dB Max)
Power Output: USB Powered, 100 mA
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Technical Assistance:
If you need assistance setting up or using your Stadium product now or in the
future, call Stadium support Australia
TEL: 03 – 8587 8898 FAX: 03 – 8587 8866 Mon-Fri 9am – 5pm AEST
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