MXL AC-404

MXL AC-404 USB Boundary Condenser Conferencing Microphone User Manual

Model: AC-404 | Brand: MXL

הקדמה

The MXL AC-404 USB Boundary Condenser Conferencing Microphone is designed to provide clear speech intelligibility for various applications, including web conferencing, court reporting, and house of worship services. Its plug-and-play USB connectivity ensures ease of use. The microphone features three capsules in a surface-mount boundary design, offering a 180-degree pickup pattern and a 25-foot range. This low-profile design allows it to rest discreetly on any flat surface, making it convenient for conference rooms, podiums, courtrooms, and connected classrooms.

פּראָדוקט איבערview

שליסל פֿעיִקייטן:

  • Outstanding sound quality, even in noisy environments.
  • Transforms any location into a conference room.
  • Built-in headphone/speaker monitoring jack for direct audio feedback.
  • רעקאַמענדיד פֿאַר web conferencing software like Zoom.
  • Durable all-metal construction ensures longevity.
  • 180-degree pickup pattern with a 25-foot radius for wide coverage.
  • USB connectivity for PC and Mac compatibility.

וואָס איז אין די קעסטל:

  • MXL AC-404 USB Boundary Condenser Conferencing Microphone
  • 6-פוסיק USB קאַבל
  • Headphone/speaker jack

פּראָדוקט וויזשוואַלן:

MXL AC-404 USB Boundary Condenser Conferencing Microphone, side view

פיגורע 1: זייַט view of the MXL AC-404 microphone, showcasinג עס איז נידעריק-פּראָfile design and integrated cable.

MXL AC-404 USB Boundary Condenser Conferencing Microphone, top view

פיגורע 2: שפּיץ view of the MXL AC-404 microphone, highlighting the grille and MXL branding.

MXL AC-404 USB Boundary Condenser Conferencing Microphone, rear view מיט פּאָרטן

פיגורע 3: דערציען view of the MXL AC-404, showing the USB port and headphone/speaker jack.

סעטאַפּ גייד

  1. אָרט: Place the MXL AC-404 microphone on a flat, stable surface in the center of your meeting area. Ensure it is within a 25-foot radius of all participants for optimal sound capture. The low-profile design allows for discreet placement.
  2. פאַרבינדן צו קאָמפּיוטער: Connect the included 6-foot USB cable to the USB port on the back of the AC-404 microphone and then to an available USB port on your PC or Mac computer.
  3. דרייווער ינסטאַלירונג: The AC-404 is a plug-and-play device. Your operating system (Windows or macOS) should automatically detect and install the necessary drivers. No manual driver installation is typically required.
  4. Audio Output (Optional): If you wish to monitor the audio directly from the microphone or connect external speakers, plug headphones or speakers into the 3.5mm headphone/speaker jack on the back of the microphone.
  5. אויסקלייבן ווי איינגאַבע מיטל: After connecting, open your computer's sound settings or your conferencing software's audio settings. Select the "MXL AC-404" as your primary microphone input device.
  6. סטרויערן באַנד: Adjust the input volume (gain) for the microphone within your computer's sound settings or conferencing software to an appropriate level. Avoid setting it too high, which can cause distortion, or too low, which may result in participants being difficult to hear.

אַפּערייטינג ינסטראַקשאַנז

The MXL AC-404 is designed for straightforward operation, providing clear audio for group discussions.

  • Web קאָנפֿערענץ: פֿאַר web conferencing applications (e.g., Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams), ensure the AC-404 is selected as the audio input device in the application's settings. The 180-degree pickup pattern allows multiple participants around the microphone to be heard clearly and naturally.
  • רעקאָרדינג: When using the AC-404 for recording, select it as the input device in your recording software. The headphone/speaker jack can be used as a recording output for monitoring purposes.
  • אָפּטימאַל פאָרשטעלונג: For best results, ensure there are no obstructions between the microphone and the speakers. Minimize background noise in the environment to enhance speech clarity.

פּראָדוקט ווידעאָ איבערview:

ווידעא 1: אן איבערview of the MXL AC-404 USB Boundary Microphone, demonstrating its features and applications in a conferencing environment.

וישאַלט

  • רייניקונג: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the microphone. Avoid using liquid cleaners or solvents, as they may damage the finish or internal components.
  • סטאָרידזש: ווען נישט אין באַנוץ, האַלט דעם מיקראָפאָן אין אַ ריינעם, טרוקענעם אָרט, אַוועק פון עקסטרעמע טעמפּעראַטורן און הומידיטי.
  • קאַבלע זאָרגן: פֿאַרמײַדט צו בײַגן אָדער צו קניפּן דעם USB קאַבל צו פֿאַרמײַדן שאָדן.

טראָובלעשאָאָטינג

פּראָבלעםמעגלעך סיבהלייזונג
No sound input from microphone.
  • מיקראָפאָן נישט ריכטיק פֿאַרבונדן.
  • Incorrect input device selected in computer/software settings.
  • Microphone volume (gain) set too low.
  • זיכער מאַכן אַז דער USB קאַבל איז זיכער פארבונדן צו ביידע דעם מיקראָפאָן און דעם קאָמפּיוטער.
  • Verify "MXL AC-404" is selected as the audio input device in your operating system's sound settings and your conferencing/recording software.
  • Increase the microphone input volume in your computer's sound settings.
Audio is distorted or unclear.
  • Microphone volume (gain) set too high.
  • איבערגעטריבענע הינטערגרונט ראַש.
  • Microphone placed too far from speakers.
  • Decrease the microphone input volume in your computer's sound settings.
  • Reduce ambient noise in the environment.
  • Ensure the microphone is centrally located and within the recommended 25-foot pickup radius of participants.
Headphone/speaker jack not working.
  • Headphones/speakers not properly connected.
  • Incorrect output device selected in computer/software settings.
  • Ensure headphones or speakers are fully plugged into the 3.5mm jack.
  • Check your computer's sound settings to ensure the correct output device is selected for monitoring.

ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז

סאָרטMXL
מאָדעל נאָמעןAC-404
קאַנעקטיוויטי טעכנאָלאָגיעוסב
קאַנעקטער טיפּוסב
ספּעציעלע שטריךStand (implied by boundary design)
קאַמפּאַטאַבאַל דעוויסעסHeadphone, Personal Computer, Speaker
קאָלירשוואַרץ
פּאָליאַר מוסטערWide Cardioid (180-degree pickup)
מיקראָפאָן פאָרם פאַקטאָרMicrophone Only (Boundary)
מאַכט מקורוסב
סיגנאַל-צו-נויז ראַטיאָ78 דב
ייַזנוואַרג פּלאַטפאָרמעPC
נומער פון טשאַנאַלז1
אָפטקייַט ענטפער16 KHz
אָפטקייַט ראַנגע20 KHz
אָפּצוימונג מאַטעריאַלמעטאַל
פּונקט וואָג0.2 קילאָגראַמס
נומער דימענשאַנז (L X W X H)4.3 X 2.95 X 2 אינטשעס

וואָראַנטי און שטיצן

The MXL AC-404 USB Boundary Condenser Conferencing Microphone comes with a 1 יאָר וואָראַנטי. Potential warranty extension may be available upon product registration on the official MXL webפּלאַץ.

For technical support, product registration, or further information, please visit the official MXL webפּלאַץ: www.mxlmics.com.

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