Saramonic MTV500 USB Desktop Microphone User Manual

: June 12, 2024
: Saramonic

Table of Contents

Saramonic MTV500 USB Desktop Microphone
Introduction
Product Structure
Operational Instruction
Polar Pattern Introduction
Tips
Specifications
Packing Lists
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Saramonic MTV500 USB Desktop Microphone

Statement

Please read this manual carefully before using and strictly operate and store it in accordance with the instructions. Please save manual for your future reference. If you need further assistance than the user manual, please consult with your retailer for help or email us: info@saramonic.com.

Cautions

Do not use the unit under extremely wet conditions or underwater, don’t expose it to rain. Please store it in a cool, dry place.
Please use and store it in normal temperature. Do not move it from overheated to supercooled condition frequently and be sure to keep away from heat sources such as heater or oven.
When using and storing, please keep clean and free of dust and moisture.
Be careful to avoid violent collisions or impacts.
To avoid feedback, do not hold the microphone close to the loudspeakers.
For the best results, do not hold your hand against, or cover the microphone.

Introduction

The Saramonic SmartMic MTVS00 is an USB microphone that delivers a professional, broadcast-quality sound to your computer in a variety of applications, such as home-recording, studio, podcasting and much more.
Easy-to-operate, gain control, mute button features, you can create a clear and ample audio as you wish.
The SmartMic MTYS00 also incorporates real-time monitoring features, like a builtin headphone jack with a volume control, allowing you to directly monitor zero-latency microphone signal.
No need to install any driver, the SmartMic MTVS00 can be directly connected to the computer through the supplied cable.

Product Structure

Pop filter
Polar pattern switch
Gain control
Power/Mute button
Volume control
3.5mm headphone jack
Connect a headphone to monitor the audio output.
Standard USB-C output (DC SV)
Desktop stand

Operational Instruction

Unfold the microphone and lay it flat on the table, adjust it to an ideal angle, And always face the front side of the microphone’s pop filter to you.
Adjust the “VOLUME” and “GAIN” control to 80% level position. If your pick-up subject is too quiet, you can slightly turn up the volume.
No need to install any driver, the SmartMic MTVS00 can be directly connected to the computer. Connect to the computer through the supplied cable, and plug into the USB-C output at the back of the microphone. The POWER indicator lights green.
Select SmartMic MTVS00 as the input/output device on your computer.

Polar Pattern Introduction

Omnidirectional

Pick up sound equally from all directions, capturing a natural blend of voice and ambiance with low sensitivity to wind and handling noise, as well as to vocal plosives.

Cardioid

Maximizes the rejection of sound coming from the sides and rear of the mic and can be used as a directional microphone to capture full, rich, natural-sounding audio for podcast, speech, dialog, instrument etc.
Choose an appropriate pick-up pattern and keep a certain distance before you recording.
You are ready to record. (The headphone jack supports the real-time monitoring, so you can secure the intelligibility of audio).

Setup Procedure (Smartphone)

Mac OSX Setup Promdure

Connect 1he microphone to your computer via the supplied USB-C to USB-A output cables.
0pen 1heApple interface and select the “Sysu,m Pnma.-‘
Select the icon of ‘Sound”.
Choose “Sm,,rtMlc M’TV500” as input device and dick “OK”.
Choose “Sm,,rtMlc MTV500” as output device and click “OK”.

Windows Setup Procedure

Connect the microphone to your computer via the supplied USB-C to USB-A cable.
Open the control panel and select the “SmartMic MTV500”
Select “Audio” tab and choose “SmartMic MTV500” as input device.

Tips

To get optimum sound performance, adjust the microphone’s pick-up angle. For maximum clarity and intelligibility, position the microphone pointed directly at the subject’s mouth.
Before adjusting the angle, slightly loosen the knobs. Avoid tightening or loosening knobs with great force as it might damage the screw threads.
Always mount the pop filter to avoid plosive when recording.

Specifications

Polar Pattern	Omnidirectional/Cardioid
Frequency Response	20-20kHz
Sensitivity	-36±3dB(0dB-1V/Pa,1kH 1.5V 2.2K)
Signal-to-noise ratio	80dB
Maximum SPL	130dB
Gain Control	0~39dB
Operating Voltage	5V 150mA