Samson Meteorite Manual de usuario
USB Condenser Microphone
Quick Start Guide
EN FR DE ES IT
Congratulations on your purchase
of the Samson Meteorite USB
studio condenser microphone.
The Meteorite 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.
The Meteorite is a professional
studio microphone with a large
studio condenser microphone
capsule, housed in a uniquely
designed case with a magnetic base
that allows the microphone to be easily directed at the sound source.
The microphone features high-quality on-board digital converters for
crystal clear recordings. With the Meteorite, you get everything you
need to start recording on your computer - just plug in the connected
USB cable, launch your favorite audio software, and begin recording.
With its extended frequency and fast transient
response, the Meteorite reproduces any
performance with incredible accuracy and
clarity. It is also great for VoIP, chatting and
webcasting.
Whether you’re recording your latest song
idea, a podcast, or your band’s next big
hit, the Meteorite is the simplest and most
comprehensive solution for high-quality
recording on a Mac or PC. Just plug it in and
start creating!
INTRODUCTION
MICROPHONE CALL OUTS
Status Light
Two-color LED illuminates
blue to indicate power
and flashes red when the
input signal is clipping.
Capsule
Large 14mm studio
quality microphone
capsule with Cardioid
polar pickup pattern.
Windscreen
Dual stage grille
protects the capsule
and helps reduce wind
noise and p-popping.
USB Cable
USB cable for interfacing with your
PC or Mac.
Magnetic Base
Microphone mounts
to the magnetic base
providing a full range of
motion and optimal posi-
tioning for any recording
application.
EN FR DE ES IT
Installing the Meteorite is a simple procedure that takes just a few
minutes. Simply connect the included USB cable and begin record-
ing. The following sections of this manual provide detailed instruc-
tions on setting up your Meteorite in Windows or MAC OS.
Windows
1. The first time you plug the Meteorite into a USB port, Windows
will install the universal USB drivers for that port.
2. To set the Meteorite 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 se-
lect the Samson Meteorite 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 de-
sired level is reached. If you Find that the microphone red clip
LED is lighting frequently, turn this control down until the LED
no longer flashes red.
Apple MAC OSX
1. To start using the Samson Meteorite, 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 Meteorite 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 Meteorite. 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.
Computer Setup
Follow this example as a typical setup to begin recording vocals:
Place the Meteorite microphone
into the desktop base. You will
feel the microphone snap into
place as a result of the
magnetic connection.
Position the
microphone so it is
facing the sound source
by rotating and tilting the
microphone on the base.
Plug the USB cable into
an available port on your
computer.
Quick Start
EN FR DE ES IT
Launch your audio software.
Select the Meteorite as the
input audio device and create
a mono track in your software
for the vocal track.
Press RECORD and start capturing your performance!
Turn the Monitor output ON to hear
the input of the microphone to the
track’s input. If using speakers, you
may want to turn the Monitor output
OFF in order to avoid feedback. Set the level of the Meteorite by
slowly raising the level of the microphone while singing or talking
into the microphone at the performance level. If you see the
peak indicator illuminate red, your
signal will be distorted. Turn the
microphone level control down until
it no longer flashes red.
Quick Start
L R
No Effects
Tracks
Mono 1
Samson Meteorite Mic
My instrument is connected with:
L R
No Effects
Tracks
Input Source:
Recording Level:
Monitor:
Mono 1 (Samson Meteorite Mic)
On
Polar Pattern. . . . . . . . . . Cardioid
Capsule . . . . . . . . . . . . 14mm condenser capsule
Frequency Response . . . . . . 20Hz - 20kHz
Max SPL. . . . . . . . . . . . 120dB
Sample Rate . . . . . . . . . . 44.1/48kHz
Bit Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . 16bit
Power Requirements . . . . . . 5V 50mA
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . 1.96” x 2.63” (50mm x 67mm)
Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.26lb (118g)
Specications
At Samson, we are continually improving our products, therefore
specifications and images are subject to change without notice.
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.
EN FR DE ES IT
Félicitations ! Vous venez d'acheter
le micro à condensateur USB
de studio Samson Meteorite. Le
Meteorite représente le point
culminant de l'histoire de Samson
dans la fabrication de micros de
classe mondiale, résultat de la place
de Samson à l'avant-garde de la
technologie des micros numériques.
Le Meteorite est un micro de studio
professionnel à grande capsule pour
micros à condensateur, enfermée
dans un boîtier de conception
exclusive, muni d'un support
magnétique permettant de tourner facilement le micro vers la source
sonore. Le micro présente des convertisseurs numériques intégrés
de grande qualité pour des enregistrements d'une pureté cristalline.
Grâce au Meteorite, vous aurez tout ce qu'il vous faut pour enregistrer
sur votre ordinateur : il suffit de brancher le câble USB connecté, de
lancer votre logiciel audio favori et de commencer l'enregistrement.
Grâce à sa réponse en fréquence étendue et
à sa réponse transitoire rapide, le Meteorite
restitue tout spectacle avec une précision et
une limpidité incroyables. Il est également
remarquable pour la Voix sur IP, le 'chat' et la
web-diffusion.
Que vous enregistriez votre dernière idée de
chanson, un podcast ou le prochain gros succès
de votre groupe, le Meteorite est la solution
la plus simple et la plus complète pour un
enregistrement de grande qualité sur Mac ou
sur PC. Il suffit de le brancher... et de créer!
INTRODUCTION
PRESENTATION DU MICRO
Témoin d'Etat
Une LED bicolore s'allume en bleu
pour signaler que l'appareil est sous
tension et clignote en rouge lorsque
le signal d'entrée est en écrêtage.
Capsule
Grande capsule de studio
de 14 mm de qualité
studio avec une forme de
capteur polaire cardioïde.
Paravent
La grille à deux étages
protège la capsule et contribue
à atténuer le souffle du vent et
les éclats dus aux "P".
Câble USB
Câble USB pour l'interfaçage à
votre PC ou Mac
Support magnétique
Le micro se fixe sur un sup-
port magnétique offrant toute
une gamme de mouvements
et un positionnement opti-
mum pour toute application
de type enregistrement.
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