1. Easily mount K678 microphone to the stand using the screws.
HEADPHONE OUTPUTCOMPUTER SETUPApple MAC OS 1. Plug the free end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer. The microphone’s green LED will illuminate, indicating the microphone is receiving power. Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device and install a driver.There may be no pop- up window or message though.2. To select the K678 as your audio input, first, open your System Preferences.
1. Pls select “K678-Stereo Microphone”as the input device from the setting when using recording software. if you need to monitor your sound from 1/8" (3.5 mm)headphone jack of computer, pls Choose "Realtek High Definition" .Choose output “K678-Stereo Microphone” if you monitor from the microphone jack.Recording Software Settings1. If computer prompts that it’s unable to identify USB devices, please restart computer and replug the microphone into other USB port.Note: (Applicable for MAC and Windows)
3. Select the Recording tab, and choose “K678-Stereo Microphone” as the default device. When you speak to mic, bar-type icon will turn green and bounce. If it remains unchanged, please reset computer and replug in the USB port. If there’s still no “K678-Stereo Microphone”, please contact FIFINE after service. Notice: logging out of AUDACITY(or other recording software) if you find usb microphone is unavailable. And then plug in mic first , secondly log in software again.Positioning your microphoneIt 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. 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.Protecting your microphoneAvoid leaving your microphone in the open sun or in areas where temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for extended periods. Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.Selecting softwareYou have many choices in recording software. Audacity, available for free online at http://audacity.sourceforge.net/, is a widely used software program that provides basic recording software. Note: The microphone must be plugged in first and secondly turning on the recording software.2. Make sure to click off “Listen to this device” in your computer system when you are using any recording software, or else your would hear duet of yourself just like too much echo.
Microphone Capsule - Condenser microphone element with cardioid polar pattern.LED Indicator - Green light shows microphone is on. Red light shows microphone is muted.Headphone Jack - 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo jack for monitor your voice in real time.Headphone Volume - Control the volume of sound in your headphone.USB Cable (6.56’) - Type A to Mini B USB Cable. IMPORTANT NOTICESetting your software levelsCorrect 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 gain (or level) down, 3. There are several ways to improve the recording by using Audacity.Come to https://fifinemicrophone.com/blogs/news to search the better solution or SEARCH WIDGET for your interested subject in our blogs.Note:* 1. Fully Plug your earphone into the 3.5mm earphone jack of microphone.
GUIDELINES FOR USE Choose your output settingWhen you plug microphone to your pc, it cancels the audio from any other audio file played or there’s no sound on the playback, you need to manually select the "speaker (Realtek High Definition Audio)" as the default playback device if you want to output sound via the computer built-in speaker.
Mute Button - Press the button for mid-stream when you need to have a rest.Microphone Gain - Control the sensitivity of the mic capsule.5/8 inch Male to 3/8 inch Female Mic Thread Screw Adapter-For connecting Microphone toSuspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand(Not included) if you need.
2. Adjust and pivot the microphone in relation to the sound source to optimize your sound quality.
3. The front of the microphone should be facing the sound source. (A FIFINE icon and LED indicate the front of the microphone; the microphone gain and headphone volume knob displayed on the rear of the microphone.)4. Maintain a distance of approximately 15-20 cm(5.9-7.9 in.) between the sound source and the microphone. 5. Fully plug the provided USB cable with the right angle into the USB output at the base of the microphone6. You can use the included 5/8" male to 3/8" female adapter to install the mic on the standard boom arm.
5/8" Male to 3/8" Female Adapter
Press the button on the microphone to turn the mute on/off. Mute is indicated by a LED on the microphone body.
Red = Microphone is mutedGreen = Microphone is on
MUTE BUTTON OPERATION
USB Output - Connect directly to your computer via the included USB cable.
15-20 cm(5.9-7.9 in.)
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5. Click the output tab and make certain “K678-Stereo Microphone” is selected as the default output device. (This should have happened automatically.)1. Right-click the speaker icon at the bottom right of the screen. Click "Sounds".Please wait for a few secs when first time operation, since driver of microphone takes time to automatically install. There may be no pop-up window or message though. (If plugging USB connector in a different USB port, driver installs again). 2.Confirm the loudspeaker is open.Click the loudspeaker is being used-”Properties”--“levels”,drag progress bar to adjust volume of output4. Two way to monitor your speaking voice:1) Output from the microphone jack--Please plug earphone in the headphone jack on the base of K678, you can hear your voice at once ,no need to set the output devices through computer and no need to click “listen to this device” under the “listen” tab.2) Output from the Computer-Plug your earphone into the 3.5mm earphone jack of computer/laptop, manual operate output from “Realtek High Definition Audio” under “Playback”,then click Microphone“K678-Stereo Microphone”- “Properties”-“Listen”-click “Listen to this device”-“Apply”.3. Next, click Sound to display the Sound preference pane.4. Click the Input tab and select the “K678-Stereo Microphone” as the device for sound input.
101112 1617K678 includes a standard 1/8"(3.5mm) headphone jack for monitoring and playback.
1). Click off “Listen to this device” when you are using any recording software or chatting software(Skype).Make sure that the microphone gain and headphone volume knob is not on the zero position.When your preliminary setup is completed (Choose "K678-Stereo Microphone"as input), and your USB microphone is connected to your Computer's USB port (the microphone's green LED is illuminated), Use K678 Headphone output to monitor your microphone recording in real-time or tracks recordings from your computer.* 2. Plug earphone in the mic jack, you can hear your voice at once, no need to log in any recording software or click” listen to this Device”.5. Double click the “K678-Stereo Microphone” to open the Microphone Properties window. Right click the speaker icon under the Levels tab, change to decibels from percentage. To get the best sound of the mic, please adjust the mic level during this range (+6.8 to +10.0 dB), when the output volume of the speaker is max.lnput: K678-Stereo Microphone131415
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CONTROL PANEL 4. For windows computers, we recommend audacity, and for Apple computers, you can use Apple's own QuickTime player to test the recording.
2). Make sure the led is on green color indicate that microphone's on.NOTE: Note: 2. If mic recognized but no sound comes out, please check whether System Sound is mute and whether you have turned volume control on microphone to minimum.3. If mic recognized but no sound out, and your computer runs windows 10, please go to settings > privacy > microphone and click the Allow apps to access the microphone to ON then restart.
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CONTACT USGet Social:Facebook page: http://bit.ly/FifinePageContact Info: Email: web@fifine.ccGuidelines For Use Computer set-up(windows&)MAC OSRecording Software SettingsImportant Notice1 X Microphone1 X Adjustable Desk Stand1 X 6.56' Type A to Mini B USB Cable 1 X 5/8" Male to 3/8" Female Adapter1 X User’s ManualWHAT’S IN THE BOX?3-89-1515-1616-17
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Front K678 USER’S GUIDESound SourceMute ButtonMicrophone GainHeadphone VolumeFrontRearListen music from computerOutput: Pls choose correct output* 3. If there is no sound out when you plug earphone into the base of microphone, check by clicking “K678-Stereo Microphone”- “Properties”-“Levels”. make sure the speaker and the microphone is on under the levels tab. Typical Frequency Response CurvePower Supply:Operating Current:Polar Pattern:Frequency Response: Sensitivity:Equivalent Noise Level:Dynamic Range:S/N Ratio:Max.SPL:SPECIFICATION5V80mAUni-directional40Hz—20kHz-45±3dB (at 1kHz)66dB-A88dB85dB130dB03060606090120150180210240270300330+20+100-10-20-3020501002005001K2K5K10K20KFrequency Response (0dB=1V/pa)Frequency Hz
After installation, you can test the mic by speaking to it. If the mic picks up no sound, please follow procedures below. 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.
Fifine microphone warrants its hardware product defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original retail purchase, provided the purchase was made from an authorized Fifine microphone dealer. This warranty is void if the equipment is altered, misused, mishandled, suffers excessive wear or is serviced by any parties not authorized by Fifine Microphone. For warranty service ,contact your local distributor or web@fifine.cc B2B Version:Feb-11-2020
