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Summary of Contents for Blue Microphones MIKEY D.
- Page 1 MIKEY d i g i t a l USER GUIDE...
- Page 2 UP CLOSE WITH MIKEY D. Recording Side Pivoting Head FE AT UR E S Sensitivity Selector Switch Sensitivity Switch Indicator Lights Connector for iPhone or iPad Stereo Microphones (internal) 3.5mm (1/8") Stereo Input Port USB Connector (cable not included)
- Page 3 FRO NTS ID E BACKSIDE...
- Page 4 MIKEY DIGITAL IS COMPATIBLE WITH: • iPhone 5s • iPhone 5c • iPhone 5 • iPod Touch (5th Gen) • iPad (4th Gen) • iPad Mini...
- Page 5 QUICK START GUIDE Connect Mikey Digital to the bottom of your iPhone or iPad, with the Blue logo facing up (the same direction as your device’s screen). Once Mikey is plugged in, a green LED will illuminate to alert you that Mikey is connected and is receiving power from your device.
- Page 6 Mikey records it all with audio quality unheard of in a hand-held device because Mikey is designed and engineered by Blue Microphones, maker of award-winning high-end mics used by professional recordists and musicians around the world.
- Page 7 Mikey Digital incorporates the same great analog audio components, and compact, portable size found in the original Mikey and combines it with the latest in digital audio conversion technology, for high quality sound with the latest generation of mobile devices. Mikey Digital allows you to use it in a traditional plug-and-play mode, or it can utilize features and controls that can be accessed via compatible recording applications found on iTunes.
- Page 8 sensitivity selector Mikey Digital utilizes a unique sensitivity selection switch to help maximize the quality of all your recordings. This means you can set Mikey to record everything from the faintest sound to extremely loud sources without losing audio fidelity, all with the simple slide of the three-position Sensitivity Switch. LOUD AUTO QUIET...
- Page 9 Loud • Perfect for recording loud sound sources, such as live music, sporting events, parties, or, say, a monster truck rally. The loud setting is fixed for sources in the 100-130dB range and will not change sensitivity for quieter sources. Auto Mode •...
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Page 10: Usb Connector
overload (clipping) indicator Mikey Digital features a built-in visual overload indicator that will help you make sure that you’re capturing the best recording possible. When the electronic circuit inside Mikey is receiving signal nearing the point of distortion, all three LEDs on Mikey’s frontside will flash to indicate that the microphone is overloading (NOTE: The LEDs will flash RED regardless of what mode Mikey is in, Stand-alone or App Controlled). - Page 11 recording session. You can also use the port to charge your device with a standard USB cable when Mikey is not in use. Please note that Mikey’s USB connector does not support the Sync function within iTunes, or any other programs, and is intended for power transfer only. 3.5mm stereo input port Mikey Digital also features a 3.5mm (1/8") input so that you can record the audio output from a range of devices directly into your iPhone or iPad.
- Page 12 For most devices, such as electric guitars, MP3 players or recording decks, move Mikey’s level adjustment switch to the Auto position. Mikey’s automatic gain control circuit will be able to adjust most sound sources accordingly to achieve nominal gain, however, additional adjustments can be made using the output level control (volume) of the device from which you are recording.
- Page 13 playback with Mikey You can listen to your recordings directly on your iPhone or iPad. When Mikey is attached to an iPhone or iPad, the audio you record will playback through the device’s internal speaker. Simply connect your headphones to the device and play back your recordings.
- Page 14 positioning Mikey Mikey Digital’s stereo microphones are located on the front face of the unit, on the same side as the Blue logo. When recording, direct the logo side of Mikey toward the sound source you want to capture. Mikey’s unique head swivels around 230 degrees, with seven locking detent positions to provide for maximum flexibility and usability, allowing you to position Mikey’s front (Blue logo side) towards the sound source.
- Page 15 Rotate Mikey’s head Leave Mikey’s head down and away from straight to hold in your device’s screen hand or place in pock- and set on a surface et while recording while recording Position Mikey’s head Position Mikey’s all the way down to head up and set on record stereo audio a surface while...
- Page 16 Mikey Digital with applications Mikey Digital will work directly with any of the numerous recording applications available for your device. As there are new applications and features being released all the time, we recommend you check out Blue’s website: www.bluemic.com/mikeydigital for the latest news, compatibility information, and tips. Mikey’s advanced internal processor will also allow future compatible applications to provide even greater control and functionality over Mikey, making it an even more flexible and powerful recording tool.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
troubleshooting Mikey Digital does not activate when plugged into my iPhone or iPad. • Verify that you are using a compatible device: You can check your iPhone generation information at http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3939 • Disconnect and re-connect Mikey to verify that you have securely connected Mikey to the Apple device •... - Page 18 Recording stutters or is interrupted. • Verify that you have updated your Apple device to the latest firmware All of my Voice Memos have been deleted from my device. • Once you have connected your iPhone or iPad to your computer and have transferred your Voice Memos into iTunes, your device, by default will remove your recently exported memos from its Voice Memos menu and save them to a special playlist, which can be found by navigating on your iPhone or iPad to the device icon>Playlists>Voice Memos.
- Page 19 that the audio isn’t distorted in the first place by listening to the original source. Make sure that Mikey Digital’s level adjustment switch is in the Auto position. Next, turn the volume down on the source device (i.e. the device whose output is connected to Mikey via its 3.5mm input) until distortion is no longer evident in the recording.
- Page 20 Blue Microphones. The warranty does not include transportation costs incurred because of the need for service unless arranged for in advance. Blue Microphones reserves the right to make changes in design and improve upon its prod- ucts without obligation to install these improvements in any of its products previously manufactured.
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