maono AME2C Global Best Selling Internet Microphone User Manual

maono AME2C Global Best Selling Internet Microphone User Manual

Thanks for choosing Maonocaster E2 podcast console.
Please read the User manual carefully to have a better using experience.

Description

1. Maroon caster E2 is a professional sound card for audio/video recording and streaming. It has two mic input interfaces allows connection with instruments like guitar, and supports background music from audio input via Bluetooth and AUX connection. There are 2 analog and 1 USB audio output channels allows simultaneous connection with 3 streaming devices. The powerful built-in audio chip delivers professional studio level audio and provides rich mixing adjustment options. 11 custom buttons for personalized effects setting and unique streaming styles.

Product Features

1. Supports two mic input at the same time, great for two-person streaming.
2. Individual audio input interface to import kinds of background music.
3. Well compatible with dynamic mic features low flexibility.
4. Separate control of mic audio and background music for easy adjustment of audio volume.
5. Side chain function will lower the volume of background music and turns up the host’s voice.
6. 12-Step Auto-Tune Control.
7. Audio denoise function for blocking background noise quickly and delivering clear voice.
8. Three output channels for streaming in different platforms.
9. USB-C digital audio output interface.
10. Compatible with Windows and macOS.
11. Built-in Lithium polymer batteries offers 8 hours working time, ideal for outdoor streaming.
12. +48V phantom power is capable of powering XLR condenser mic.

Applicable Situation

Live broadcast on mobile phone/tablet/computer Applicable app/software: Tik Tok/SNS Platform

Specification

<0.05% 1kHz>

Accessory List

Maonocaster E2 Podcast Console : 3.5mm TRRS Audio Cable

USB-A to USB-C Cable : User Manual

Layout

1. Background music adjustment
   Turning the knob clockwise to adjust background music input with Bluetooth and AUX connection.

2. Output control
   Main output level control, which controls the volume of the LIVE OUTPUT 1/2 and USB-C output of the audio intereface.

3. Mic 1 volume control
   Push up the fader to turn up mic 1 volume.

4. Mic 2 volume control
   Push up the fader to turn up mic 2 volume.

5. 48V Phantom Power Button
   Depending on your XLR microphone type, you may need to turn on 48V phantom power.
   Generally, Only XLR condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Turning on phantom power when not required may damage your microphone.
   When turning on/off the phantom power, the audio will be muted for 2-3s to eliminate POP sound.
   Tips: You are not able to turn on 48V phantom power if no XLR microphone has been connected.
   If you do not know your microphone type, please refer to the information provided by the microphone manufacturer.
   Select Maono XLR Condenser Microphones: PM310, PM320, PM500 Select Maono XLR Dynamic Microphones: PD100, PD200, PD200X, PD400X, HD300

6. Bluetooth connection/Bluetooth indicator

7. Powering on the sound card, Bluetooth indicator will blink, Bluetooth search and automatically pair with paired mobile phone, then indicator light turned to solid.

8. Long press Bluetooth button for 2 seconds, indicator will turn off and end pairing.

9. Custom audio effect button
   Maonocaster E2 provides 11 custom audio effect buttons.
   Uses can record songs, music, beats via mic, external audio input, Bluetooth input, and save them to Maonocaster E2 .
   ※Press A/B/C button to record 1 minute audio effect, press Loop Button to repeat playing an audio
   effect. Press the other 8 buttons to record 20s (Max )audio effect.
   ※ You can record customized audio effects via sound effect buttons on the sound card while it is on.
   There are several ways to record customized audio effects, such as via a microphone, external audio input devices, or Bluetooth devices.

10. Erase original customized effect: Long hold any sound button with recorded audio effects, light
    will turn on and blink fast, and start erasing recording. Lights off indicates that the erasing is done.

11. Audio Effect Recording: Whether there is audio effect included or not, you need to erase the original audio effect. And then short press the customized button to enter recording status. Lightwill blink slowly until the recording ends. During recording, you can short press the button to stop recording.
    Note: Every customized audio effect button has limited memory space, when it is out of memory, recording will automatically stop and the Indicator light will automatically go out.

12. Play Customized Effect: Short press any recorded audio effect button to play the effect, the light will stay on until the effect ends. Short press the audio effect button to stop playing.

13. Audio effect mode
    There is six audio effect buttons including REVERB PRESETS, SIDE CHAIN, MUSIC ONLY, DRY WET, LOOP BACK, DENOISE.

14. Reverb Presets Mode has 6 preset reverberate effect including Studio, KTV, Church, Hall, Valley, Room. Switching to have different reverberate effect.

15. Side Chain Mode can be activated to lower the volume of background music and turn up the hosts’ voice. A mode suitable for talking while streaming. Indicator light turns on/off when side chain mode is on/off.

16. Music Only Mode can remove vocals in background music and get instrumental Karaoke track. Indicator light turns on/off when Music Only mode is on/off.

17. DRY WET Mode: Activate Dry mode, indicator light will be turned on, only mic input audio will be recorded. Activate Wet mode, indicator light will be turned off, all reverberated and background audio will be recorded and exported to output devices.

18. Loopback Mode
    Turning on Loopback will allow the Maonocaster to record the system audio from the USB-C input. If turned off, you can still hear the system audio from monitoring, but it will not be recorded.

19. Denoise Mode blocks background noise and ensures clear audio of singing and streaming. The default step of denoise effect is step-1 denoise effect, tap the button, it will turn to step-2 denoise effect. Tap the button again, the denoise effect will turns off. Loop tab the button to turn on/off the denoise feature, Indicator will turns on/off accordingly along with prompt voice.

20. Audio effect volume knob
    Turning the knob clockwise to adjust custom audio effect volume.

21. Pitch effect control knob
    Turning the knob clockwise to control mic 1/2 input audio voice-changing effect, voice will change from low Male effect to high pitch Female effect.

22. Reverb Knob
    Turn the reverb knob clockwise to increase audio reverb effect, turn the reverb knob anticlockwise to decrease audio reverb effect.

23. Low, middle, high pitch changer
    Adjust mic audio pitch to get rich low pitch, smooth middle pitch and clear high pitch.

24. nstrument Gain and Instrument Volume Knob

25. Instrument Gain Control Knob
    Turn the knob clockwise to control Instrument input gain level.

26. Instrument Volume Control Knob
    Turn the knob clockwise to control Instrument input audio volume.

27. Monitor headphone volume control knob
    Turning the knob clockwise to control volume of monitor headphone.

28. Level Display
    Color of the Indicator: 1-5 Green; 6-7 Orange; 8 Red;
    Display the level of accompaniment input, microphone inputs, music instrument input, sound pad volume, monitoring volume, and recording volume.

29. Auto-Tune
    There is 12-Step Auto-Tune including A, Bb, B, C, Db, D, Eb, E, F, Gb, G, Ab. Short touch an Auto-Tune touch button to switch to the auto-tune. Long touch an Auto-Tune button to turn it off.

30. Battery power indicator light

31. LED light on indicates battery power is 100%.

32. LED light on indicates battery power is 75%.

33. LED light on indicates battery power is 50%.

34. LED light on indicates battery power is 25%.
    When sound card is being charged, the LED lights will turned red one by one.

35. Bluetooth on/off button
    Click the Bluetooth button to turn on/off the Bluetooth connection feature. Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn on and off the Bluetooth.

    • For example, when the custom effect is recording, turning off the Bluetooth switch will cause the recording to be interrupted, and only the recording before turning off will be retained.

36. Power button
    Turns on/off device.
    Hold power button for 3 seconds to turn on/off sound card.
    Backlight button &Mic monitoring on/off button

37. The backlight will turns on by default. Hold the button for 2s to turn it off.
    When the light is off, functions still work. Hold the button for 2s to turn it on again.

38. Mic monitoring function is on by default. Short click the button to turn off the function and there will be a voice prompt. Click it again to turn it on and there will be a voice prompt.

39. DC ⎓5V USB port
    It can be used to charge Maonocaster E2.

40. USB-C port
    The data interface can be used to transmit audio signal between sound card and PC/phone. Connect the sound card with PC/phone to record to PC/phone.
    Note: (1) When the sound card is charged by external power supply via DC ⎓5V port, the sound card’s USB-C port can charge phones with USB-C port.

41. When the sound card is charged by computer USB port via the sound card’s DC ⎓5V port, the
    sound card’s USB-C port can charge USB-C phones. Meanwhile, the sound card’s USB-C port allows digital audio signal to be transmitted between the sound card and phones.

42. When the sound card’s DC
    ⎓5V port is without any external power supply, it won’t charge USB-C
    phones. However, digital audio signal can be transmitted between the sound card and USB-C phones via audio card’s USB-C port.

43. When the sound card’s DC
    ⎓5V port is not connected to any external power supply, it won’t charge phones. However, the sound card’s USB-C port allows digital audio signal to be transferred between the sound card and phones, including Lightning phones.

  * Please turn on the phone’s OTG function for signal transmission. (
4. When the sound card is charged by external power supply via its DC ⎓5V port, connect a  

Lightning phone to the sound card via a USB-C to Lightning cable, the Lightning phone will get charged. However, since the Lightning phones don’t comply with standard USB-C protocol, audio signal transmission is unavailable.
Without an external power supply charging the sound card via DC
⎓5V port, it is impossible for the audio card to offer power or audio signal transmission to Lightning phones.

23. Pod 1,2 output port
    Maonocaster E2 provides two ports to output reverb audio to mobile devices like phones, iPads via live streaming platforms.

24. Speaker output port
    It is for speakers and headphones.

25. Music input port
    Connect with devices to input external audio to sound card and play the audio as streaming background music.

26. Mic 2 input port
    Connect 3.5mm condenser mic to get mic input. Recommended mic: Maono PM325/PM360.

27. Mic 1 adjustment
    It offers 3 preamp gain levels, 40dB gain for condenser microphones and 50dB/60dB gain for dynamic microphones. Please adjust to the proper level accordingly.

28. Instrument input port
    Connect instruments like guitar and electronic drum via 6.35mm input port.

29. Mic 1 input port
    Connect XLR or 6.35mm mics via the port and power them with 48V phantom power by switching on 48V phantom power button.
    The XLR Mic input port supports XLR or 6.35mm Mic. Switching on 48V phantom power button to power mics. Recommended mic: Maono PM320/PM500.

30. Monitor headset jack
    2 headset 3.5mm ports, supports TRS/TRSS headphone.

Sound card connection guide

Karaoke by mobile phone

Figure ①

1. Connect the smartphone/headsets/microphone to the podcast console as the picture shows.
2. Download the karaoke app on smartphone.
3. Turn on the podcast console and select the sound effects needed.
4. Open the app on the smartphone and start to sing.
   Note.
   Since some smartphones do not have 3.5mm jacks, a USB-C/Lightning to 3.5mm adapter is required Please purchase the 3.5mm audio adapter from the phone manufacturer.

Live Streaming on mobile phones

1. Connect the live mobile phone, accompaniment mobile phone, earphone and microphone to the sound card as shown in the above figure and figure

2. Download the steaming app on smartphone.

3. Turn on the podcast console and select the sound effects needed.

4. Open the music app on the mobile phone end and start streaming.
   Note:

   • Please purchase the USB-C/Lightning to 3.5mm audio adapter from the phone manufacturer.
   • The podcast console can support live streaming up to 2 different devices and take up to two microphones inputs at the same time. You do not have to connect all output and input devices if not needed.
   • This sound card supports simultaneous input of two microphones to the sound card, which can be applied to a two-person live broadcast scene in a live broadcast. For one person live broadcast, there is no need to connect two microphones. Please add microphones according to actual needs.

Live streaming on computer

1. Connect the accompaniment source (mobile phone), earphones, and microphone to the sound card as shown in the above figure and figure 1).

2. Connect the computer and the podcast console by USB-C cable. The computer will automatically recognize the podcast console and select the driver.

3. Enter the sound control panel of Windows, and set the podcast console “Maonocaster E2″ as the system default playback in Playback” and “Recording” option.
   

4. Open the live streaming software on the computer and confirm again in software settings that “Maonocaster E2” is the the default audio and playback device.
   Note:

   • You can stream to computer and smartphone at the same time.
   • Please activate “LOOP BACK” mode during call-in in live streaming.
   • Please adjust settings on the podcast console for each software individually.

Charging

1. You can use the USB-C data cable to connect to the computer, power bank and power adapter for charging.
2. When charging, the battery indicator on the sound card will light up in red, and the power indicator will flash according to the battery power.
3. The DC 5V charging interface only supports charging the sound card, and has no data transmission function.

Note:

• Please charge the podcast console before using for the first time.
• If not used for a long period, please charge the podcast console every 3 months.
• Charging is also possible when the power is off.
• Do not charge for a long time. Please stop charging when the battery is fully charged to avoid over -charging.

Bluetooth Connection

This podcast console has a Bluetooth connection feature (refer to item 14 in the function introduction). which can be connected to a smartphone for live accompaniment.

1. Turn on the podcast console, the Bluetooth light on the front of the sound card starts to flash.
2. Search for the device in the Bluetooth menu of the phone, find the Bluetooth device of “Maonocaster E2”, and choose it to connect.
3. After the phone is connected to the podcast console, the Bluetooth light stops flashing.
4. Please connect the mobile phone to the podcast console through Bluetooth and set up the accompa niment music player on the mobile phone in advance.
5. Open the live broadcast software on the mobile phone or computer for live streaming.

Notes ：

• Bluetooth connection is limited by distance. Please do not place the too far away from the podcast console to avoid interference.
• Bluetooth feature is only for accompaniment music playback.

Troubleshooting

Cannot boot

1. Please check if the podcast console has power, please charge it and then turn it on.
2. You need to long press the ” ” for more than three seconds to turn it on.

No sound from accompaniment music

1. Please check whether the external audio source is connected to the accompaniment interface of the podcast console.
2. Please check whether the accompaniment volume control knob on the right is turned on.
3. Please check the volume of the accompaniment device.

sound from headphones

1. Please check whether the headphone cable is inserted into the correct interface. It should be inserted to the “headset” or “sound” interface.
2. Please check whether is the “monitor fader” of the sound card upwards. You can gradually increase the volume by sliding it up.

No sound from the microphone

1. Please check whether the microphone is correctly connected to the microphone interface. If not,please try again.
2. Please check whether the microphone knob on the left is turned on. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the microphone volume slowly.
3. Please check whether is the “monitor fader” of the sound card upwards. You can gradually increase the volume by pushing it up.
4. Please confirm with your microphone dealer whether your microphone can be used with this podcast console, or consult us for the recommended microphone model.

No sound in live broadcast

1. Please check whether the “recording” knob on the podcast console is turned on, and rotate the “recording knob” clockwise to slowly increase the volume of the live broadcast.
2. Please check whether the podcast console “Maonocaster E2″ has been set as the default playback and recording device of the live broadcast software. If not, please set refer to ” Live Streaming on the Computer ” part.

Notes :

To avoid personal injury or property damage caused by high temperature, noise, radiation, fire, machinery and other factors, please use this product in a safe environment, and read carefully and observe the following.

1. If you encounter product heat, smoke, odor, etc. during use, please turn off the power and cut the power in time, and send it to the seller for maintenance.
2. Please do not modify, disassemble or repair this equipment by yourself to avoid invalidating the product warranty or causing personal injury. If necessary, please contact the distributor to deal with it.
3. This product should be used and stored in a dry, ventilated, and safe environment. Do not use this product in a humid, dusty environment.
4. Please avoid rain and dust entering the product to avoid short circuit. Close to the fire, collision and severe vibration will cause irreversible damage to the product damage.
5. Please do not use this product in the occasions prohibited by law, and follow the relevant safety regulations to use this product to avoid any accidents.
6. This product cannot be used as a children’s toy, please place it out of the reach of children.

Microphone(PD100) and Boom Arm Diagram

Specification

Quick Installation

Product usage

Connect Microphone to Maonocaster E2

FCC Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following.

Measures

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

IC

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.  This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

GLOBAL BEST SELLING INTERNET MICROPHONE

Maono[ˈmɑnoʊ], meaning “vision” in Kiswahili, is the Global Best Selling Internet Microphone Brand that products are sold well in 153 countries worldwide. With the beauful vision of becoming a global leading brand of Internet audio products that deliver a pleasant sound experience, Maono is always working with audio professionals, influencers, and users, to make the world’s best microphones and audio products.

Thanks for choosing Maonocaster E2 podcast console.
Please read the User manual carefully to have a better using experience.

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Final clause:
Information and data contained in this manual are subject to change without notice in advance.
We frequently update product firmware to improve user experiences and performance. The status display and operations may be slightly different among different firmware versions. For latest user manuals, please access on https://www.maono.com.

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