FIFINE A6V Gaming USB Microphone User Manual

A6V
User Manual

Dear customer,

Thank you for purchasing our product. Please read the following instructions carefully before first use and keep this user manual for future reference. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions. If you have any questions or comments about the device,
please contact the customer line.
✉ www.alza.co.uk/kontakt
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Importer Alza.cz a.s., Jankovcova 1522/53, Holešovice, 170 00 Prague 7, www.alza.cz

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Mute Button – Tap to mute or unmute the mic. The RGB light will be off when the mic is muted and will be on when the mic is active.
2. Mic Capsule – Condenser microphone element with cardioid polar pattern.
3. USB C Port – Connect directly to your computer via the included USB cable.
4. Shock Mount – Isolate the mic and suppress the sound of unintentional rumbles and bumps.
5. Microphone Gain – Control the sensitivity of the mic capsule. Turn clockwise to increase the gain and turn counterclockwise to decrease the gain.
6. Tripod Stand 7. Pop Filter – Filter out the harsh “p”, “t” and “b” sounds.
7. USB to USB A Cable (6.6´) – For connecting the mic to the computer. (Only the included USB cable is 100% guaranteed for compatibility.)

GUIDANCE FOR USE

Attach the mic onto the tripod stand and tighten it.

Adjust the angle of the mic with the thumbscrew.

Tightly plug included USB cable into the mic and plug the USB-A connector into the USB port on your computer.

To get the optimum result, we suggest to speak into the mic within 7 inch and always have the pop filter facing you.

Turn down the mic gain first, and then turn it up gradually until you get the desired loudness.

MUTE BUTTON OPERATION

Tap the pop of the microphone to mute/unmute the mic. The mic RGB light will indicate the current mute status of the mic.

COMPUTER SETUP

Apple Mac OS

1. Input Settings
   • Plug the free end of the provided USB cable into the ISB port on your computer. The RGB light will be on, indicating the mic is powered. Your computer will automatically recognize the USB device and install a driver. There may be no pop-up window or message though.• Next, click Sound to display the Sound preference.• Select FIFINE Microphone as Input Device. The mic input level is only controlled by the gain knob on the mic and cannot be controlled directly on Mac or any software. When you speak into the mic, the Input level meter will move, means the mic is picking up your voice.

2. Output Settings
   Choose the output device you need and adjust the output volume here.Tips:
   • If you want to monitor your voice when using Macbook, you must turn on any recording software first (Audacity for example), make sure to click “Software Playthrough (on)”, then click the record button to begin, otherwise you can not hear any sound when you speak to the mic.
   • Choose the default Dictation&Speech software when you use the speech to text in Macbook, click “On” under Dictation window, so that your microphone can be recognized by software.• If your Mac only has USB C port, you will need a genuine Apple USB-C to USB female adapter for connection. And please plug the USB adapter into your Mac first, then connect the mic with the adapter.

Windows

1. Input Settings
   Plug the USB cable into your computer and the RGB lighting will be on, indicating the mic is powered. Please wait for a few seconds when first time operation, since driver of microphone takes time to automatically install. There may be no pop-up window or message through. (If plugging USB plug in a different USB port, driver installs again.) After installation, you can test the mic by speaking to it. If the mic picks up no sound, please follow procedures below.
   • Right-click the speaker icon at the bottom right of the screen. Click “Sounds”.• Click the Sound control panel.• Select the Recording tab, and choose “FIFINE Microphone” as the default device. When you speak to mic, bar type icon will turn green and bounce. If it remains unchanged, please reset computer and replug the mic in another USB port. If there is still no “FIFINE Mcirophone”, please contact Fifine after sales service.• The mic input level is only controlled by the gain knob on the mic, and cannot be controlled directly on computer or any software.

2. Output Settings
   • Confirm the loudspeaker is open.• Click the loudspeaker is being used- “Properties” – “levels”, drag progress bar to adjust volume of output.• If you want to monitor your recording, click Microphone “FIFINE Microphone” – “Properties” – “Listen” – click “Listen to this device” – “Apply”. No sound is heard through earphone/built-in speaker of computer, if you don´t follow this procedure.
   Tips: Click off “Listen to this device” when you are using any recording software orchatting software (Skype).

Tips: (Applicable for MAC and Windows)

• If computer prompts that it´s unable to identify USB devices, please restart computer and replug the microphone into rear back USB port of your computer.
• If the mic is recognized but no sound coming out, please check whether System Sound is muted and make sure the RGB lighting is on (means the mic is active).
• If the mic is recognized but no sound comes out, and your PC is running on Windows 10, please go to settings > privacy > microphone and click the “Allow apps to access the microphone” to ON, then restart your PC.
• Ig the sound of your mic is inconsistent or the volume randomly changes, please disable the sound activated recording function of the application (like
  “Automatically adjust volume” of Zoom). And if you are using Windows computer, please go to Settings-Privacy-Microphone, disable XBOX Console Companion and XBOX Game Bar under it.

RECORDING SOFTWARE SETTINGS

• Make sure you have the correct input / output selected. Tips: log out the Audacity (or other recording software you are using) if you find the USB microphone is unavailable. And restart the software after the mic is re-plugged.
• Make sure click off “listen to this device” in your computer system when you are using any recording software, or else you would hear duet of yourself just like too much echo.
• There are several ways to improve the usage. Come to FIFINEMICROPHONE.COM ,  find Technical Support under the “SUPPORT” tab or type the https://fifinemicrophone.com/pages/knowledge-base directly to search the Technical Support solution for your interested subject.
• For windows computers, we recommend Audacity, and for Apple computers, you can use Apple´s own QuickTime player to test the recording.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Setting your software levels
Correct adjustment of microphone level is important for optimum performance. Ideally, the microphone level should be as high as possible without overloading the input of your computer. If you hear distortion, or of your recording program shows levels that are consistently overloaded (at peak levels), turn the microphone volume (or level) down through the gain control on the mic. If your recording program shows insufficient level, you can increase the microphone gain through the gain control on the mic.
Selecting software
You have many choices in recording software. Audacity available for free online at http://audacity.sourceforge.net/ , is a widely used software. If you plug in the mic AFTER you load Audacity, it may not recognize the mic while it may still record, result will be unsatisfactory. If that happens, just restart Audacity AFTER plugging the USB into your computer and click on the FIFINE Microphone option.
Positioning the side-address mic
To achieve the best frequency response, it is important to have the mic capsule (the side with pop filter) pointed at the user´s mouth (the side with pop filter) pointed at the user´s mouth, instrument or any other sound source.
For speaking/singing application, the ideal position of the microphone is directly in front of the person who is speaking/singing. The same position is optimal when miking an instrument such as an acoustic guitar, drums or piano. Test the mic in different distance to find the best sound for your particular setup.
Protecting your microphone
Avoid leaving your microphone in the open air or in areas where temperature exceed 110°F (43°C) for extended periods. Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.

SPECIFICATION

Warranty Conditions

A new product purchased in the Alza.cz sales network is guaranteed for 2 years. If you need repair or other services during the warranty period, contact the product seller directly, you must provide the original proof of purchase with the date of purchase.
The following are considered to be a conflict with the warranty conditions, for which the claimed claim may not be recognized:

• Using the product for any purpose other than that for which the product is intended or failing to follow the instructions for maintenance, operation, and service of the product.
• Damage to the product by a natural disaster, the intervention of an unauthorized person or mechanically through the fault of the buyer (e.g., during transport, cleaning by inappropriate means, etc.).
• Natural wear and aging of consumables or components during use (such as batteries, etc.).
• Exposure to adverse external influences, such as sunlight and other radiation or electromagnetic fields, fluid intrusion, object intrusion, mains overvoltage, electrostatic discharge voltage (including lightning), faulty supply or input voltage and inappropriate polarity of this voltage, chemical processes such as used power supplies, etc.
• If anyone has made modifications, modifications, alterations to the design or adaptation to change or extend the functions of the product compared to the purchased design or use of non-original components.

EU Declaration of Conformity

Identification data of the manufacturer’s / importer’s authorized representative: Importer: Alza.cz a.s.
Registered office: Jankovcova 1522/53, Holešovice, 170 00 Prague 7 CIN: 27082440
Subject of the declaration:
Title: Microphone
Model / Type: A6V
The above product has been tested in accordance with the standard(s) used to demonstrate compliance with the essential requirements laid down in the Directive(s):
Directive No. 2014/30/EU
Directive No. 2011/65/EU as amended 2015/863/EU **
WEEE**
This product must not be disposed of as normal household waste in accordance with
the EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE – 2012/19 / EU). Instead, it shall be returned to the place of purchase or handed over to a public collection point for the recyclable waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. Contact your local authority or the nearest collection point for further details. Improper disposal of this type of waste may result in fines in accordance with national regulations.

References

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• Alza.sk – rýchly a pohodlný nákup odkiaľkoľvek | alza.sk
• Audacity download | SourceForge.net
• FIFINE | Gaming RGB Mics | Recording Mics | Wireless Systems
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• Alza.cz – rychlý a pohodlný nákup odkudkoliv | Alza.cz
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