Quick start guide

Thomann GmbH • Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 • 96138 Burgebrach • www.thomann.de • [e-mail] DocID: 439002, 493567_05.05.2021
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SC 420 USB Desktop-Set Black & Silver
Quick start guide
This quick start guide contains important information on the safe operation of the
product. Read and follow the safety advice and instructions given. Retain the quick
start guide for future reference. If you pass the product on to others please include
this quick start guide.
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials
have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic
bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these ma-
terials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected
for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip-
ment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose of your old
device with your normal household waste. Dispose of this product through an
approved waste disposal rm or through your local waste facility. Comply with
the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your lo-
cal waste disposal facility.
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is used to convert acoustic signals into electrical ones. Any other use or
use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in
personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages result-
ing from improper use.
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are
not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure
that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the
unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let unattended chil-
dren use electrical devices.
Caution
• Never remove the screen holding the capsule, as this may damage the microphone!
• Never drop the mic, as this may cause severe damage!
• When the microphone is not in use, take it out of its clamp and put it in its case.
Clean with damp cloth only.
Where to use the product
Never use the product
• in direct sunlight
• in conditions of extreme temperature or humidity
• in extremely dusty or dirty areas
• at locations where the unit can become wet
• near magnetic elds
General handling
• To prevent damage, never use force when operating the switches and controls.
• Never immerse the appliance in water. Just wipe it with a clean dry cloth. Do not use
liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or ammable cleaning agents.
Keep foreign substances from the unit!
Keep the device away from containers with liquids. Should any liquid get into the unit,
this could lead to its destruction or re. Be sure not to let any metal objects into the unit.
Features
• USB studio large-diaphragm microphone with USB connection for direct opera-
tion with a computer
• No additional drivers required
• Headphone output with direct monitoring
• Mute button
• In a PVC case, incl. shock mount, USB cable, foam windscreen, pop killer and
table tripod
• Available in black (item no. 439002) and silver (item no. 493567)
Operating elements
1. Microphone basket
2. Mute button with LED
3. Shock mount
4. Table tripod
5. USB port for use with a computer
6. Pop killer
7. Headphones output
Using the product
1. Attach the microphone in the shock mount to the table stand.
2. Connect the USB port of the microphone to the USB port of a computer
(Windows® or Mac OS®) using the supplied USB cable. The red LED lights up. The
computer will detect the device and automatically install the required driver.
3. When using computers with the Windows® operating system, you can congure
the device as required via the Control Panel => Sound => Recording.
4. When using computers with the Mac OS® operating system, you can congure
the device as required via System Settings => Sound => Input.
5. To mute the microphone, press the MUTE button. The red LED in the button then
ashes. To unmute, press the MUTE button again. The LED then lights up again
permanently.
6. You can connect headphones with a 3.5 mm jack plug to the headphones output
for latency-free monitoring.
Technical specications
Connection / supply USB
Transducer concept Condenser
Directivity Cardioid
Frequency range 30Hz–18kHz
Sensitivity 25mV/Pa
max. SPL 140dB (@ 1kHz = 1%T.H.D)
Sampling rate 16Bit / 48kHz