JLab Audio Talk USB Microphone

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Setup

This section guides you through setting up your JLab Talk USB Microphone.

Connect the Microphone: Connect the USB-C cable to the Talk microphone. Connect the other end to a USB-A input on your PC or Mac.
[Diagram: USB-C cable connecting JLab Talk microphone to a computer's USB-A port.]
Configure PC/Mac Settings: Adjust your computer's settings to ensure the connection is recognized.
[Diagram: Microphone on a stand connected to a laptop, showing a successful connection indicator.]
Talk Setup with PC / MAC
PC Setup (Windows 7, 8, or 10)
1. Select Control Panel from the Start menu.
2. Select the Sound icon from the Control Panel.
3. Select the Recording tab and then select JLab Talk.
4. Select the Playback tab and then select JLab Talk.
Mac Setup (macOS 10.10 or Higher)
1. Open System Settings and select the Sound icon.
2. Select the Input tab and then select JLab Talk.
3. Select the Output tab and select JLab Talk.
4. From this screen, set the Output Volume to your desired level.

Controls

Microphone Controls

Mute/Unmute: Press the button to activate/deactivate mute.

Volume/Gain: Press to change volume or gain. Rotate the wheel to control the level.

Underside Ports

3.5 MM AUX OUTPUT

USB-C INPUT

[Diagram: Illustration of the microphone's top and underside, highlighting the mute button, volume/gain dial, 3.5mm AUX output, and USB-C input.]

Polar Patterns

Pickup Modes

CARDIOID: Pickup via front. Captures sound directly in front of the microphone.
OMNI: Pickup of all surroundings. Captures sound from all directions equally.
STEREO: Pickup via left and right channel. Captures a wide stereo image.
TOVEIS (Bidirectional): Pickup via front and back channel. Captures sound from the front and rear, ideal for interviews.

In Use

Microphone Placement

Incorrect Position: Microphone is too far or angled away from the sound source.

Correct Position: Microphone is positioned close to and directly facing the sound source for optimal capture.

[Diagram: Side-by-side comparison showing a microphone in an incorrect position (too far/angled) versus a correct position (close and centered).]

Usage Notes

The Talk microphone functions with almost all recording software installed on macOS, Windows, or Linux. Check your software settings and make any desired adjustments.
No additional drivers or software are necessary for the Talk microphone. Simply plug it in and configure it in your device settings.
The Talk microphone does not function through a power bank/battery pack. It only works with a USB-A input connected to an operating system.

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