Neewer NW-800 Microphone Setup Guide for Windows
This guide provides instructions on how to set up your Neewer NW-800 microphone on a Windows computer.
Connection Guide
Connection Overview:
- Connect the microphone to the audio interface using an XLR Male to XLR Female Cable (not included).
- The audio interface requires 48V Phantom Power (not included).
- A XLR Female to 3.5mm Audio Cable (included) connects the audio interface to your PC.
Microphone Setup Guide: For Windows Computer
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Connect the Microphone: Insert the microphone's 3.5mm plug into the 3.5mm audio interface on your PC. Typically, this port is colored pink.
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Access Sound Settings: Right-click the 'Volume' icon on the taskbar and select 'Recording Devices'.
(Image Description: A screenshot of the Windows volume control menu showing options like 'Open Volume Mixer', 'Playback devices', 'Recording devices', 'Sounds', and 'Troubleshoot sound problems'.)
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Select Microphone: In the 'Recording' tab, select 'Microphone' as the system's default recording device, then click 'Properties'.
(Image Description: A screenshot of the Windows Sound control panel with the 'Recording' tab active. It shows various audio input devices including 'FrontMic', 'Microphone', and 'Line In'. The 'Microphone' device is highlighted as the 'Default Device'.)
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Adjust Levels: Navigate to the 'Levels' tab. Set the 'Microphone' volume slider to 80 and the 'Microphone Boost' slider to 0 or +10.0dB.
(Image Description: A screenshot of the 'Microphone Properties' window, showing the 'Levels' tab. The 'Microphone' volume is set to 86, and 'Microphone Boost' is set to -10.0 dB.)
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Test the Microphone: To test the microphone, switch to the 'Listen' tab in the 'Microphone Properties' window. Check the 'Listen to this device' option. You may experience sound delay or disturbance, making this setup unsuitable for parties or speeches where an AMP or professional sound card is required.
(Image Description: A screenshot of the 'Microphone Properties' window, showing the 'Listen' tab. The 'Listen to this device' option is checked, and 'Default Playback Device' is selected. Power Management and Device Detection options are also visible.)
