Behringer USB Studio Condenser Microphone C-1U - Manual (Page 4)

4 C-1U User Manual
3. Installing the Microphone
3.1 Technical requirements
Your C-1U microphone comes with a USB connector. The audio signal is sent from the
microphone to the computer through this connection. At the same time the computer uses
the USB connection to supply the microphone with the necessary power. A connection is
made by using the included USB cable with type-B connector.
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Use only the included cable to ensure an optimal signal quality and a reliable
power supply.
To operate the C-1U, your computer needs to meet the following system requirements:
3.2 Initial operation
Before you can use your C-1U, connect it to a free USB port on your computer.
For initial operation of your C-1U, complete the following steps:
1) Power up your computer.
2) Connect your C-1U to a free USB port on your computer.
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Your operating system automatically installs the required drivers.
3) Select the C-1U as input source in your preferred audio software application.
Windows:
4) Adjust the recording level as required, using the Windows Volume Control panel.
(Shortcut: Loudspeaker icon found in the taskbar)
PC Mac
Intel or AMD CPU, 1 GHz or higher G4/G5, 800 MHz or higher
minimum 512 MB RAM minimum 512 MB RAM
USB 2.0 interface USB 2.0 interface
Windows XP/Vista Mac OS X 10.3.9 (Panther) or higher