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11. Adjust your computer’s volume to the half-way mark. Place ribbon cable from ELK-129 to J1 on the Recordable Module.
You must apply power to a channel in order to record it. Channels are activated differently depending on which version of
Recordable Module you have as noted below.
12a For ELK-120 Version 1 Modules, (has no dip switch) .. skip to step 13.
12b. For ELK-120 Version 2 Modules, (has dip switch) ... Move DIP Switch #1 to the ON position .. skip to step 13.
12c. For ELK-124 Version 1 Modules, (has no dip switch) ... skip to step 13.
12d. For ELK-124 Version 2 Modules, (has dip switch) ... Move DIP Switch #1 to the ON position .. skip to step 13.
13. Turn SW1 on the ELK-129 to CH1. Channel one's message should start playing. In Cool Edit, click on the PLAY button or
press the spacebar to start playing ch1.wav. If the computer’s volume level is high enough, the RECORD / EOM LED on
the Recordable Module should come on solid, indicating the message is being recorded. The Recordable Module will
playback the message just recorded. If the LED does not come on solid while Cool Edit is playing the file, you will need
to increase your computer’s volume output before trying again. If your volume is already set to maximum, see the
Troubleshooting section for more help.
14. If the Recordable Module’s message sounds distorted during playback, try reducing your computer's volume control and
repeating step 13. You can normally double-click the small speaker icon in the task bar to adjust the volume or L-R
balance. To reduce distortion, use the lowest volume setting that will trigger the Recordable Module. If the message still
sounds distorted, try shifting the L-R balance toward the left control track channel (if your computer supports balance
adjustment). You may need to run the "mixer" program that came with your computer to do this. Do not shift the balance
completely to the left (this mutes the right channel). The balance control will be directly above the Master Volume slider.
Click on the center triangle shaped pointer and slide it to the left. If it does not slide, your computer may not support
balance adjustment.
15. When you have successfully programmed the message for Channel One, you may proceed to program Channel Two by
placing SW1 on the ELK-129 to the CH2 position. For ELK-120 or 124 version 2 Recordable Modules, also move DIP
switch #1 to the OFF position, then turn DIP Switch #2 to the ON position. Repeat Steps 1-14, loading the file ch2.wav
instead of ch1.wav.
16. Once you have mastered the programming process, try recording your own custom messages or sound effects with Cool
Edit. With a little experimenting, you can build an impressive library of custom sounds and messages.
17. After installation, the ELK-120 / 124 selection jumpers should be set for the desired operation. i.e. disable record switch,
repeat / 1shot mode, DIP switches OFF, and the channel polarity jumpers on the ELK-124 v2.
Note: If you wish to record by speaking directly in to the on-board microphone, the ELK-129 can still be utilized for providing
power to the Recordable Module. However, you must unplug the cables from the AUDIO IN and AUDIO OUT jacks to prevent
interference. Make certain that the on-board microphone is enabled by placing JP1 in the correct position. For example: To
record a message on Channel One, place SW1 on the ELK-129 to CH1, (for ELK-120 or 124 version 2 Recordable Modules,
also move DIP switch #1 to the ON position), then press and hold the RECORD push-button on the ELK-120 or ELK-124
Recordable Module while speaking into the built-in microphone. For Channel Two, repeat the above step, placing SW1 on
the ELK-129 to CH2. (for ELK-120 or 124 version 2 Recordable Modules, also move DIP switch #2 to the ON position, and
DIP switch #1 OFF).