JLab Talk USB Microphone
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Setup
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Step 1: Connect Microphone
Connect the USB-C end of the Talk microphone to the microphone's USB-C port. Connect the other end (USB-A) to your PC or Mac USB INPUT.
Diagram shows a USB-C cable connecting the JLab Talk microphone to a computer's USB port.
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Step 2: Verify Connection
Enter your PC or Mac settings to make sure the connection is established.
Diagram shows a computer screen displaying a successful connection status, indicated by a green checkmark.
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Step 3: Setup Talk with PC / Mac
Setup with PC (Windows 7, 8, or 10)
- From the Start menu, select the Control Panel.
- From the Control Panel, select the Sound icon.
- Select the Recording tab and select "JLab Talk".
- Select the Playback tab and select "JLab Talk".
Setup with Mac (macOS 10.10 or HIGHER)
- Open System Preferences and select the Sound icon.
- Select the Input tab and select "JLab Talk".
- Select the Output tab and select "JLab Talk".
- From this screen, set the Output volume to the desired level.
Controls
Top Controls:
- Recording Setting: (Function not explicitly detailed, likely related to gain or input sensitivity)
- Mute On/Off & Record Switch: A button to mute or unmute the microphone.
- Volume/Gain Control: A dial that can be pressed to switch between volume and gain control. Rotate the wheel to adjust the selected level.
Bottom Ports:
- 3.5MM AUX OUTPUT
- USB-C INPUT
Diagram illustrates the top panel of the JLab Talk microphone, detailing the Recording Setting dial, the Mute On/Off & Record Switch button, and the Volume/Gain Control dial. It also shows that the dial can be pressed to toggle between volume and gain functions, and rotated to adjust the selected level. The bottom panel shows the 3.5mm AUX OUTPUT and the USB-C INPUT ports.
Polar Patterns
The JLab Talk USB Microphone offers multiple polar patterns for different recording scenarios:
- Cardioid: Records sound primarily from the front of the microphone.
- Omni: Records sound from all directions around the microphone.
- Stereo: Records sound from the left and right channels separately.
- Bidirectional: Records sound from both the front and back of the microphone.
Visual representations of the microphone's pickup patterns: Cardioid (focuses on sound from the front), Omni (captures sound from all directions), Stereo (records left and right channels separately), and Bidirectional (picks up sound from the front and back).
In Use
For optimal recording quality, ensure the microphone is positioned correctly.
Illustrations comparing microphone placement: an 'Incorrect position' showing the microphone too far from the speaker (marked with a red cross ❌), and a 'Correct position' showing the microphone closer to the speaker (marked with a green checkmark ✔️).
- The Talk works with almost any recording software installed on macOS, Windows, or Linux. Review your software's settings and adjust accordingly.
- No additional drivers/software are needed for the Talk. Simply plug in and set up in device settings.
- The Talk will not work through a power bank/battery pack. It will only work with a USB-A input with an operating system.
