behringer PODCASTUDIO 2 USB Mixer Microphone Headphones USB Audio Studio Headphones User Guide

: August 26, 2024
: Behringer

Table of Contents

behringer PODCASTUDIO 2 USB Mixer Microphone Headphones USB Audio Studio
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Safety Instruction
Podcasting Basics
Installation Guide – USB mixer/interface
Software
FCC INFORMATION
References
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Download This Manual (PDF format)

behringer PODCASTUDIO 2 USB Mixer Microphone Headphones USB Audio Studio

Headphones

Product Information

Specifications

Product Name: Behringer Podcastudio Bundle
Model: PODCASTUDIO 2 USB
Bundle Components: USB Mixer, Microphone, Headphones, and More
Recording Type: Podcasting/Recording
Interface: USB Audio Interface
Microphone Type: Condenser Microphone
Headphones Type: Studio Headphones
Additional Features: Tube Preamplifier with 16 Preamp Voicings

Product Usage Instructions

Setting Up the Behringer Podcastudio Bundle
Follow these steps to set up your Behringer Podcastudio Bundle:

Place the USB Mixer on a stable surface within reach.
Connect the Microphone to the designated input on the USB Mixer.
Plug the Studio Headphones into the headphone output on the USB Mixer.
Connect the USB Mixer to your computer using the provided USB cable.

Recording with the Behringer Podcastudio Bundle
To start recording with your Behringer Podcastudio Bundle, follow these steps:

Open your preferred recording software on your computer.
Set the input source to the USB Mixer in the recording software settings.
Adjust the microphone input levels on the USB Mixer for optimal sound quality.
Put on the Studio Headphones to monitor the recording while speaking into the microphone.
Press the record button in the software to start capturing your podcast or recording.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use the Behringer Podcastudio Bundle with mobile devices?
A: The Behringer Podcastudio Bundle is designed to be used with computers via USB connection and may not be compatible with most mobile devices directly.
Q: How do I adjust the preamp voicings on the Tube Preamplifier?
A: The preamp voicings on the Tube Preamplifier can be adjusted using the corresponding controls on the USB Mixer. Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on adjusting preamp settings.
Q: What is the recommended recording software to use with the Behringer Podcastudio Bundle?
A: While the Behringer Podcastudio Bundle is compatible with various recording software, popular options include Audacity, Adobe Audition, and GarageBand. Choose a software that best fits your recording needs and preferences.

Safety Instruction

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Correct disposal of this product: This symbol indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be taken to a collection center licensed for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the efficient use of natural resources. For more information about where you can take your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, or your household waste collection service.
Do not install in a confined space, such as a book case or similar unit.
Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

Welcome to the Behringer PODCAST & RECORDING quick-start guide
Thank you for choosing one of our podcast-capable recording products. This top-notch hardware bundle lets you creatively produce professional-sounding podcasts, voice-over sessions, narration, and music projects for online distribution. If you’re a vlogger, you’ll have a superb pack of equipment to dramatically enhance the audio quality of your videos compared to the built-in camera microphone, giving your broadcasts a more professional appeal. Move up to the next step in the evolution of broadcasting and free yourself from the limitations of conventional communication.

Podcasting Basics

Before you get started, it is important to understand some of the terminology and uses surrounding the emerging field of podcasting.
Podcasting is a term derived from the combination of the words “iPod” and “broadcasting,” and is defined as the distribution of audio or video files, such as radio programs or music clips, over the Internet. This is accomplished by using one of two syndication techniques that allow users to access media on such portable media devices as smart phones, tablets, MP3 players, and laptop computers.
RSS (Really Simple Syndication) and Atom are Web content syndication formats written in XML that provide either podcast content or summaries that link to content and additional file information.
Podcast is a feed of audio or video files placed on the Internet for public access. Anyone can subscribe to the feed and download the media files. This allows you to collect programs from a wide range of sources for listening or viewing media content, either online or offline with your computer or an appropriate portable device.
Podcatcher refers to a software application that enables the download of podcasts. It typically runs in the background, managing feeds that you add manually and downloads each at a specified interval.

Installation Guide – USB mixer/interface

Note: The Voice Studio package does not include a pair of headphones

Basic Equipment:
Microphone, USB mixer/interface, headphones, computer
Now that you have a basic understanding of what podcasting is and have the necessary gear, it’s time to set up the equipment, install the software and get started.

Install any necessary drivers before connecting your USB interface. They can be downloaded from the download area of the product page, or from the support section at www.musictribe.com/brand/behringer/home.
Once the drivers are installed, you may connect the interface to your computer with the included USB cable.
Connect your microphone to the input of your mixer or audio interface using the included XLR cable.
Connect a monitoring device. You may connect the outputs of the mixer/interface to a pair of powered speakers, or connect a set of headphones.
Be sure to read the manuals for the individual components of your podcast/recording system to ensure proper hookup and operation.
If using a Windows operating system, it is important to install the necessary ASIO driver. This is not a factor on Mac systems. Visit the download area of the USB interface’s product page, or go to the Support > Download Center at www.musictribe.com/brand/c/behringer/downloads?active=downloads to download the required driver.

Software

Before you can start, you will need some software to produce, release, and consume your podcast. In the following steps you will find some free or low- cost examples which are mostly cross-platform programs. Choose the option that matches your needs and operating system. Some research online should help you identify which program has your ideal functionality and workflow.

Step 1 – Producing
First, you will need a music program that allows you to record audio and export MP3 files. There are many DAWs (Digital Audio Workstation) that offer such functionality on Mac and PC, such as Reaper, Tracktion, Logic, Garage Band, Cubase. One of the most popular cross-platform freeware is Audacity, which is available for Mac OS X, Windows, and even Linux.
Step 2 – Exporting
In case of using Audacity, make sure to get the free “LAME MP3 Encoder”. This is a freeware plug-in that needs to be installed in addition to Audacity to enable your audio file to be exported into MP3 format.
Step 3 – Uploading
To upload your newly created MP3 podcast, you will need an upload/distribution software, often called Podcast Studio or Podcast Producer. This software allows you to fine-tune your podcast, create RSS content, and finally upload your podcast on a server. An old Windows classical is Podifier, but newer tools can be found at Ultraschall.fm (based on a specific version of the DAW Reaper), Spreaker.com or Buzzsprout.com, to name just some few examples.
Step 4 – Consuming
If you want to listen to your own podcast or consume releases from other bloggers, you will need a “podcast receiver” such as the cross-platform Juice (http://juicereceiver.sourceforge.net/ ). Mac users might prefer iTunes, but there are other so-called “Podcatchers” (or Podcast Clients): WinAmp (WinAmp.com), gPodder (gPodder.net), Miro (getmiro.com), or Amarok (amarok.kde.org), for example.

FCC INFORMATION

Responsible Party Name: Music Tribe Commercial NV Inc.
Address: 122 E. 42nd St.1, 8th Floor NY, NY 10168, United States
Email Address: legal@musictribe.com

Computer Audio
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 equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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

Important information:
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Music Tribe can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.