BOYA BY-GM18CU Desktop Gooseneck Condenser Microphone User Manual
- June 10, 2024
- Boya
Table of Contents
BOYA BY-GM18CU Desktop Gooseneck Condenser Microphone User Manual
Introduction
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BOYA BY-GMI80.1 is a cardioid gooseneck condenser microphone. It’s an ideal
choice for lectures, conferences, and meetings. With the excellent cardioid
polar pattern, the BY-GM18CU can clearly capture the voice in front of the
mic, designed to provide clear and intelligible speech reproduction for
lectures, video conferences, meetings, and more.
The BY-GM18CU’s shaft features upper and lower gooseneck sections that enable you to precisely position the capsule in front of the speaker for optimal sound. Talk/ Mute status is clearly indicated by the LED indicator on the mic base and capsule. Featuring capabilities of mute and real-time audio monitoring, the BY-GM18CU can plug and play, not requiring batteries.
Safety Instructions
- Please read this user manual carefully and completely before using the product and keep it for future reference.
- Warning: improper installation could irreparably damage the unit.
- Place the unit in a location protected from weather and far from water and moisture.
- Keep all liquids away from the product. Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or damage the mechanics.
- Don’t place this unit close to heat sources (radiators, spotlights, etc.)
Product Structure
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Cardioid microphone capsule
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18″ dual-section gooseneck
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XLR male connector
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XLR female connector
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PUSH button
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Talk/ Mute button Press the button to mute/ activate the microphone.
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LED Indicator
Mode
Mute OFF
Mute ON
Indicator status
Static Orange
Light off -
Type-C audio output
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3.5 mm headphone jack Connect headphones for audio monitoring.
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Foam windscreen
Operation Guide
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Insert the gooseneck connector into the XLR connector on the surface of the microphone base as shown.
NOTE: Please press the PUSH button to remove. -
Connect the microphone to your computer with the included USB-A to Type-C cable. Mic is activated, and the indicators light on (default state).
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Press the” “button to mute the microphone, and the indicators will turn off. Press the” “button again to activate the microphone, and the indicators will turn orange.
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Connect headphones for audio monitoring
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You are ready to record.
Procedure Setup
Set up for Mac
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Connect the BY-GM18CU to your computer with the included USB-A to Type-C cable.
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Open System Preferences and select the Sound icon.
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Select “BY-GM18CU” under the “Input” tab.
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Select “BY-GM18CU” under the”Output”tab.
Set up for Windows
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Connect the BY-GM18CU to your computer with the included USB-A to Type-C cable.
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Go to the Control Panel—>Hardware and Sound-Manage audio devices.
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Select “BY-GM18CU” as the default device under the “Playback”tab.
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Select “BY-GM18CU” as the default device under the “Recordingirtab.
Packing Contents
- Microphone Base
- 18″ Gooseneck Microphone
- Foam Windscreen
- 6.6′(2 m) USB-A to Type-C Cable
- User Manual
- Warranty Card
Specifications
Acoustic Principle: Condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 45Hz-18kHz
Sensitivity: -36d6t2dB (0c113=1V/Pa @ 1kHz)
Sampling Rates: 48kHz
Bitrate: 24bit
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | ?;80dB |
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Maximum SPL | 110dB SPL |
Headphone Gain | 30dB |
Mic Gain | 30dB |
Audio Input | XLR connector |
Audio Output | Type-C audio port |
3.5 mm headphone jack
Dimensions| Gooseneck Mic:p13 mm x 492 mm (0.51 x 19.37″)
Mic Base:141 mm x 116 mm x 41 mm(5.55 x 4.57 x 1.61″)
Weight| Approx. 20.09 oz (569.5 g)
Operating Temperature| 0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature| -20°C to +55°C
Polar Pattern
Frequency Response
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