Samson Go Mic Direct User manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson Go Mic Direct portable USB

microphone. The Go Mic Direct represents the culmination of Samson’s history of

building world-class microphones, and is a product of Samson’s position on the

leading edge of digital microphone technology.

Go Mic Direct offers convenient plug-and-play operation, as its ultra-compact

design plugs directly into your computer’s USB port. In addition, Go Mic Direct

is compatible with iPads and iPhones (4S and later) using Apple’s Lightning USB

Camera Adapter or Camera Connection Kit (30-pin), making it a great tool for

mobile podcasts, popular speech to text software and ﬁeld recording.

The Go Mic Direct is the ideal computer-based solution for capturing stunning

audio on-the-go. Perfect for podcasting, recording music and sound for YouTube

videos, Go Mic Direct’s range of functionality also compliments Skype, FaceTime

and voice recognition software applications.

Samson’s Sound Deck audio software (available as a free download from

www.samsontech.com) expands the functionality of the Go Mic

Direct by enabling digital noise reduction which eliminates

unwanted background noise such as an air conditioner or

computer fan buzz. This paves the way for high quality VoIP

communication.

Whether you’re staying in touch with your family, recording a

podcast, or your latest song idea, the Go Mic Direct is the

simplest and most comprehensive solution for high-quality

recording. Just plug it in and start creating!

Introduction

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Microphone Call Outs

USB Connector

Retractable USB connector for

interfacing with your PC or Mac.

Slide and Lock Mechanism

Push then slide to extend or retract

the USB connector. The USB

connector safely locks away when

it’s not in use.

Status Light

Two-color LED illuminates green to

indicate power and ﬂashes red when

the input signal is clipping.

Microphones

Two studio quality microphone

capsules, one facing each direction,

for 360° audio capture.

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• Ultra-compact design connects directly via USB and won’t block

surrounding ports

• Dual microphone capsules allow the microphone to pick up sounds

plugged into either side of a computer keyboard

• Compatible with most any Mac or PC based Digital Audio Workstation.

• Unique design with integral USB connector makes the microphone

extremely portable and ideal for most recording solutions, especially

mobile laptop recording.

• Samson’s free Sound Deck noise reduction software enhances the

microphone’s performance for clear audio reproduction making it ideal for

voice recordings, conferences, or VoIP.

• Computer controlled Input Gain with Peak LED makes it easy to set the

proper level and get a clean signal.

• The on-board, high quality AD converters with 16 Bit, 48K sampling rate

provide high quality recording.

• Ideal for Skype, FaceTime, voice recognition software, podcasting, sound

for YouTube videos, and recording music

• On the road, in the ofﬁce or in a ﬁxed installation, the solid construction

makes the microphone a reliable audio tool, day in and day out

• Carry case included

Features

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Quick Start

Press and slide the button on the bottom of the Go Mic Direct to extend the USB

connector. The USB connector will lock in place when fully extended.

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Quick Start

Plug the microphone into an available

USB port on your computer. The Go

Mic Direct is designed to work with

USB ports on the left or right side of

the keyboard.

For optimal performance, rotate the

microphone so that it faces the sound

source.

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Samson Sound Deck Software

Samson’s Sound Deck computer software expands the operation of the Go Mic

Direct by providing proprietary digital noise reduction algorithms. Sound Deck

software works with Windows and Mac OSX operating systems and can be

downloaded at www.samsontech.com/gomicdirect.

The Digital Noise Reduction algorithm enhances speech applications by reducing

ambient noise in your environment such as computer fans and air conditioners.

Continuous and repetitive noise is effectively removed from the microphone

input, providing cleaner audio for speech recognition, videoconferencing,

gaming, and voice over internet communication.

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Installing the Go Mic Direct is a simple procedure that takes just a few minutes.

Simply connect the included USB cable and begin recording. The following

sections of this manual provide detailed instructions on setting up your Go Mic

Direct in Windows or MAC OS.

Windows

1. The ﬁrst time you plug the Go Mic Direct into a USB port, Windows will

install the universal USB drivers for that port.

2. To set the Go Mic Direct as your default input/recording device, or to

change its settings, open the Control Panel, Hardware & Sound settings,

then click SOUND. Under Recording tab, you can select the Samson Go

Mic Direct from the list of devices and press the Set Default button to set

it as the default audio input device.

3. To set the gain of the microphone, click the Properties button, and then

select the Levels tab. Slide the control until the desired level is reached. If

you ﬁnd that the microphone’s red clip LED is lighting frequently, turn this

control down until the LED no longer ﬂashes red.

4. Download and install the Samson Sound Deck software from www.

samsontech.com/gomicdirect

Computer Setup

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5. Launch the Sound Deck software (found in the

Windows task bar) to turn on the noise reduction

ﬁlters.

Apple MAC OSX

1. To start using the Samson Go Mic Direct, simply

plug it in. The LED will illuminate to indicate it is receiving USB power.

The MAC will recognize the USB audio device and automatically install a

universal driver.

2. To select the Go Mic Direct as the computer’s audio input, open System

Preferences from the dock or the main Apple Menu.

3. Next, open the Sound preferences, choose the Input tab and select Go Mic

Direct. To set the gain of the microphone, adjust the Input volume slider at

the bottom of the Sound dialog box. The Input Level meter will show the

recording level.

4. Download and install the Samson Sound Deck software

from www.samsontech.com/gomicdirect

5. In the Control Panel, click on the Samson Sound Deck

icon to launch the software and turn on the noise

reduction ﬁlters.

Computer Setup

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Polar Pattern. . . . . . . . .Omni-directional

Capsule . . . . . . . . . . . Two, 10mm condenser capsule

Frequency Response . . . . . 20Hz - 20kHz

Software Filter Algorithm . . . Digital Noise Reduction

Sample Rate . . . . . . . . .44.1/48kHz

Bit Rate . . . . . . . . . . . 16bit

Power Requirements . . . . . 5V 50mA

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . 1.7” x 0.74” x 1.7 (42mm x 19mm x 42mm)

Weight. . . . . . . . . . . .1.03oz (29.3g)

Specications

At Samson, we are continually improving our products, therefore

specifications and images are subject to change without notice.

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THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES

CLASS B. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO

CONDITIONS:

(1) THIS DEVICE MUST NOT CAUSE HARMFUL

INTERFERENCE, AND

(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE

RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE

UNDESIRED OPERATION. SUITABLE FOR HOME OR OFFICE

USE.

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste.

There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance

with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private household in the 28 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway

may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection

facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).

For Countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for a correct method

of disposal.

By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment,

recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and

human health.

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CET APPAREIL EST CONFORME À L’ALINÉA 15 DE LA

RÉGLEMENTATION FCC. SON UTILISATION EST SOUMISE AUX

DEUX CONDITIONS SUIVANTES:

(1) L’APPAREIL NE DOIT PAS PROVOQUER D’INTERFÉRENCES

NUISIBLES, ET

(2) IL DOIT SUPPORTER TOUTE INTERFÉRENCE EXTÉRIEURE,

Y COMPRIS CELLES POUVANT NOTAMMENT ENTRAÎNER UN

FONCTIONNEMENT IMPRÉVU. ADAPTÉ À UNE UTILISATION À

DOMICILE OU AU BUREAU.

Si vous souhaitez jeter ce produit, ne le mélangez pas aux ordures ménagères.

Le ramassage des équipements électroniques se fait séparément pour assurer le

recyclage correct de ces équipements.

Les particuliers résidant dans les 28 états-membres de l’U.E., en Suisse et en

Norvège peuvent restituer leurs appareils électroniques usagés gratuitement dans les

déchetteries ou chez un commerçant (si vous achetez un appareil neuf identique).

Pour les pays ne ﬁgurant pas dans la liste ci-dessus, veuillez contacter les collectivités locales

pour connaître la méthode de mise au rebut appropriée.

Vous aurez ainsi l’assurance que votre appareil mis au rebut sera traité, récupéré et recyclé

dans les règles de l’art, évitant ainsi les effets négatifs potentiels sur l’environnement et la

santé humaine.

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IL PRESENTE DISPOSITIVO È CONFORME ALLA PARTE 15

DELLE NORME FCC APPLICATE AI DISPOSITIVI DI CLASSE B.

IL SUO FUNZIONAMENTO È SOGGETTO ALLE SEGUENTI DUE

CONDIZIONI:

(1) L'APPARECCHIO NON DEVE CAUSARE INTERFERENZE

DANNOSE, E

(2) L'APPARECCHIO DEVE ACCETTARE TUTTE LE INTERFERENZE

RICEVUTE, IVI COMPRESE QUELLE CHE POTREBBERO

PROVOCARNE IL FUNZIONAMENTO INDESIDERATO. ADATTO

PER USO DOMESTICO O PROFESSIONALE.

Se si desidera smaltire il prodotto, non gettarlo con i riﬁuti domestici generici. Esiste

un sistema di raccolta separato per i prodotti elettronici usati conformemente alla

normativa che richiede un trattamento, un recupero e un riciclo corretti.

Gli utenti privati residenti nei ventotto stati membri dell'UE, in Svizzera e in

Norvegia possono portare gratuitamente i propri prodotti elettronici usati presso

strutture di raccolta a ciò preposte o a un rivenditore (se si acquista un apparecchio nuovo

analogo).

Per i Paesi non ricordati sopra, contattare le autorità locali per conoscere il metodo di

smaltimento corretto.

Facendo ciò si garantirà che il prodotto smaltito sia sottoposto al trattamento, al recupero e

al riciclo necessari, evitando così possibili conseguenze negative per l'ambiente e la salute

umana.

Samson Technologies Corp.

45 Gilpin Avenue

Hauppauge, New York 11788-8816

Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766)

Fax: 631-784-2201

samsontech.com

Samson Go Mic Direct User manual

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