Senal Xu-2496-c Xlr To Usb Type-c Audio Interface User Guide

1. Open System Preferences and select the XU-2496-C as the default
   device for input and output.

• Plug your headphones directly into the XU-2496-C.
• Before plugging in your headphones, ensure that the headphone
  volume is turned down.
• Use the headphone level control to adjust the volume.
• Use the monitor mix level control to adjust the balance between
  your live microphone and the computer’s playback audio.
• Note: Use audio recording software to prevent feedback.

• Use the Mic Gain control to adjust the input gain level of your
  microphone.
• The peak level indicator displays three levels of gain: green
  (audio signal present), yellow (highest level before clipping), and
  red (clipping).

• Use the included straps to secure the XU-2496-C to your mic
  stand.

• If the XU-2496-C does not turn on, make sure it is connected to
  both the USB port on the device and the computer’s USB port. Also,
  ensure that the USB port is powered.
• If there is no sound coming from the headphones or they are too
  quiet, make sure they are plugged into the XU-2496-C’s headphone
  output.

USER’S GUIDE
XU-2496-C
AUDIO INTERFACE

Thank you for choosing Senal.
The Senal XLR to USB Type-C Audio Interface enables you to plug your dynamic or condenser XLR microphone into your Mac or Windows computer and record with your favorite app. The 96-kHz/24-bit sampling rate delivers studio-quality sound, and the interface provides switchable phantom power for condenser microphones. Enjoy latency-free headphone monitoring and use the monitor level to adjust the balance between playback audio and your live microphone.
Warning
· Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.
· Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss. Avoid listening at high volumes for extended periods of time.
· Keep this product away from water, flammable gasses, and liquids.
· Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this product–doing so may expose you to electric shock and will void the warranty. Senal will not be responsible for any damage.
· Clean this product with only a soft, dry cloth. · Make sure this product is intact and
that there are no missing parts. · All images are for illustrative purposes only.

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Introduction

Overview

1
XLR connector

2 Peak level indicator 3 Phantom power
indicator

4

+48 V phantom power switch

5 Mic gain level

6 Monitor mix level

7

Headphone volume level

8

USB power indicator

+48V Phantom
Mic Gain

Monitor

MIC

PB

Volume

9
3.5 mm headphone jack

USB XU-2496-C

10
USB Type-C port

Also Included

· USB cable

· User manual

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Overview

Getting Started
1. Plug the XU-2496-C into your computer via the included USB cable. The USB power indicator will glow blue.
Note: Make sure to use a powered USB port.
2. Plug your microphone into the XU-2496-C’s XLR connector. If you’re using a condenser microphone, press the phantom power button to power your microphone. The phantom power indicator will glow green.

+48V Phantom
Mic Gain

Monitor

MIC

PB

Volume

USB XU-2496-C

Setting the XU-2496-C as Your Computer’s Audio Interface

Your computer will automatically detect the XU-2496-C, but it may not set it as your default sound device.

Windows

Mac

Open Windows’s Start Menu and click Settings.
Select System and click Sound.

Open up System Preferences and select XU-2496-C as the default device for input and output.

Select the Senal XU-2496-C for the Input and Output.

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Instruction3s

Monitoring with Your Headphones

You can plug your headphones directly into the XU-2496-C to monitor your live microphone and computer’s playback audio without latency.

Warning! Turn down the headphone volume before plugging in your headphones.
Volume
Use the headphone level to adjust the headphone volume.

Use the monitor mix level to adjust the balance between the live microphone and the computer’s playback audio.
Note: audio recording software to prevent feedback.

Monitor

MIC

PB

Setting the Microphone Input Gain

Use the Mic Gain to adjust your microphone’s input gain level.

Mic Gain

The peak level indicator displays three levels of gain. Green : There is an audio signal, and it will stay green while recording. Yellow : Audio is at the highest level before clipping. Red : Clipping.

Attaching the XU-2496-C to a Mic Stand

Use the included straps to attach the XU-2496-C to your mic stand.

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Instructions

Troubleshooting

Problem

Solution

The XU-2496-C

·

Make sure the USB is plugged into the XU-2496-C

will not turn on.

and the computer’s USB port.

·

Make sure the USB port is powered.

The microphone · will not record.
·
·

Make sure the microphone is plugged into the XU-2496-C.
If you’re using a condenser microphone, press the phantom power button.
Make sure you have selected the XU-2496-C as the default sound recording/audio input device.

There is no sound ·

coming from the

headphones, or

the headphones

·

are too quiet.

·

·

·

Make sure the headphones are plugged into the XU-2496-C’s headphone output.
Turn up the headphone level and MIC Gain on the XU-2496-C.
Turn up the volume on your computer.
If your headphones have their own built-in volume control, turn it up.
Make sure you have selected the XU-2496-C as the default sound recording/audio input device.

The sound is

·

distorted.

·

·

The playback

·

audio is not

audible.

The playback

·

audio is delayed.

Turn down the XU-2496-C’s microphone level. If your microphone has a built-in gain control, turn it down. Move your microphone farther away from the sound source.
Turn up the monitor level.
audio recording software.

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Troubleshooting

Specifications

Analog Audio I/O

3-Pin XLR mic input 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) TRS headphone output

Input impedance 4.7 k

Input gain

37 dB

Signal to noise ratio

87 dB

Sampling rate

Up to 96 kHz

Bit depth

24, 16 bit

Phantom power

Frequency response

20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB

USB connector Type-C

Power requirements

USB bus power

Minimum system Windows 7 (32/64)

requirements

Mac OS X 10.6.x

Cable length

9.7 ft. (2.96 m)

Dimensions (H × W)

6 × 1.3 in. (15.2 × 3.3 cm)

Weight

8 oz. (227 g)

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Specifications

One-Year Limited Warranty
This Senal product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.
This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Senal Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Senal along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.
For more information or to arrange service, visit www.senalsound.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group. www.gradusgroup.com
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References

• Gradus | Gradus Group
• Senal | Precision Engineered Microphones and Monitoring