DONNER ‎EC2818 Podcast Equipment Bundle User Manual

: June 14, 2024
: Donner

Table of Contents

DONNER ‎EC2818 Podcast Equipment Bundle
FCC Statement
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
PRECAUTIONS
SPECIFICATION
CONNECTION
OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
PACKAGE INCLUDE
APPLICATION
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FCC Statement

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

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.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits setforth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Donner Podcast Bundle!
The Podcard is a multi-effects console with built-in audio interface. You can easily start your live streaming with the Podcard, for its compatibility with smartphones, tablets, and computers, including Android, 10S, Win, and MAC systems. With its built-in battery and DSP, you can start streaming wherever you want and present better sound effects, which will make your live stream more entertaining.

Warning:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, PLEASE USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES FOR UNINTERRUPTED SERVICE OF THIS DEVICE!
DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT OPEN

FEATURES

Multi-effects console with built-in audio interface for live streaming;
Compatible with smartphones, tablets and computers;
Easy operation with big knobs and buttons;
Zero latency monitor;
Support two input at the same time;
Built-in noise gate for cancelling the environment noise and ambient;
Voice Sharper function can highlight your voice.
The music will turn down automatically while you are talking;
Independent control of accompaniment volume and microphone volume, with loop back design, the accompaniment input can be chosen whether send to the streaming;
3 live ports enable multi-platform live streaming;
USB-C interface for power charging and data transmission;
Built-in battery provides convenience for outdoor live stream.

PRECAUTIONS

Please read the following in detail first before operation.

Keep and follow these instructions on the device.
Do not use the product near water.
Remove the cables before cleaning the device. Clean only with a dry cloth and do not use aerosol cleaners.
Do not place the device near a heat source at any location with poor air circulation.
Do not place heavy objects on the device.
The USB main plug is considered to be the disconnect device for the product and shall remain readily operable.
Unplug the product during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
DONNER is not responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the device.

SPECIFICATION

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CONNECTION

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Live port

Insert the microphone/music instrument into the Input 1/lnput 2;
Connect the Headphone to the headset port by using a 3.5mm TRS cable;
Connect the mobile phone/tablet/computer to the live port by using a 3.5mm TRRS audio cable;
Long press the button for 1.5s to Power on/off;
connect the music player/mobile phone/tablet/computer to the AUX IN to send music/accompaniment to the streaming;
Charging the Podcard with a USB-C cable.
USB-C streaming
lnsert the microphone/music instrument into the Input 1/lnput 2;
lnsert the Headphone into the headset port;
Connect the computer to the USB-C port by using the USB-A to USB-C cable;
Other connection
Bluetooth function is on by default. Search “Podcard” on the mobile phone to send music/accompaniment to the streaming.
No music input: The ” BT ” indicator light will flicker when waiting for connection.
The ” BT ” indicator light is always on when connection succeeded.
Music input: Short press to switch play and pause.
The ” BT ” indicator light will flicker when music is played. The” BT “indicator light is always on when music is paused.
The console will be automatically connected to the previous device when it is used again. Long press the button to disconnect the device that has been connected before.
Connect the monitor speaker to the out port by using a “Y” type 3.5mm TRS audio cable.
Since some mobile phones do not have 3.5mm mini jacks, a USB-C/Lightning to 3.5mm audio adapter is required. Please purchase the adapter from the phone manufacturer. You don’t have to connect all the live ports if not needed.

OPERATION

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Microphone level control
Control the microphone input gain.
Output level control
Control the output volume.
Input level indicator
Indicate the input level in real time. The level indicator shows the input signal, when the signal indicator turns red it means the signal is strong enough to generate clipping and reduce the GAIN just enough to avoid overload during the performance.
Main out and headset level indicator
Indicate the L&R output level in real time. The level indicator shows the output signal, when the signal indicator turns red it means the signal is strong enough to generate clipping and reduce the MASTER just enough to avoid overload during the performance.
EQ control fader
Three-band EQ control, for adjusting the input to achieve deep bass, sweet midrange, and clear treble. For example, boost a range of bass frequencies to ”warm up” a voice, or boost the treble to add clarity and brighten a vocal. The fader will be in the middle position of the stroke when the EQ setting is flat.
Reverb level control fader
Push the fader to increase the level of the reverb, but make sure you have turned on the reverb function. The more reverb you add to the sound, the stronger the sense of space while the less reverb may make it sound closer.
Music level control fader
Push the fader to control the level of Bluetooth input, aux input, USB-C input, and sampling level.
Auto-tune on/off and tone selection
Short press it to turn on/long press it to turn off.
After turning on auto-tune function, short-press the key again to choose the desired tone in sequence. The auto-tune has 12 keynotes: C,C#,D,#D,E, F, F#,G,G#,A,A#,B.
Noise gate on/off
Short press it to turn on the noise gate function, and the environment noise and ambient can be canceled automatically. We suggest disabling this function if used in a quiet environment.
Sharper on/off
Short press it to turn on the voice sharper function. The music input level will turn down automatically while you are talking.
Reverb on/off and selection
The function is on by default/ Long press it to turn off.
After turning on the reverb function, short-press the key to change the reverb type. There are three types of reverbs: Hall (red light), Room (blue light), and Plate (purple light).
Loopback on/off
Short press ii to turn on/off the loopback function.
During using PC live streaming or playing accompaniment on the computer, turn on the loopback function, which enables transmitting background music from the internal route to your live stream via USB-C. Turn off this function if you do not want the audience to hear the sound from your computer.
Mute on/off
Short press to turn on/off the sound from INPUT1/INPUT2.
Original sample
Short press to trigger the sampling, such as laughing, clapping
Customize sample
Long press and hold the button to record the sample, then short press the button to play after finishing recording.
When the button is recorded with content, the corresponding indicator of the button is always on. Short press the button for 1 s to clear the recorded content.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Unable to boot

Please check whether the battery is out of power. When the Podcard is low on power, the power light is red, and the auto-tune button keeps flashing. Please charge in time if the power is low.
Please long press the power button for more than 1.5 seconds.

No sound from the input

Please check the “mute” function is on or off, the button will light up while “mute” is on.
Please check whether the Microphone level control knob has been rotated clockwise and Music level control fader has been pushed.
Please check whether the output level control knob has been rotated clockwise.
Please check whether the microphone or music instrument has been perfectly inserted the input port.

No music to the live stream

Please check the “loopback” function is on or off, the button will light up while “loopback” is on.
Please check whether the music player device is working properly.

The microphone level is too low while using other microphones