RODE Microphones PODCASTER Manual

USB MICROPHONE

(EMC, LVD)

Instruction Manual

Thank you for investing in the Podcaster, the world ﬁrst broadcast

sound quality USB microphone.

Those of you who are ﬁrst time customers, you may be interested

to know that we are one of the largest and most respected professional

microphone companies in the world. Our studio microphones are the ‘tone’

behind some of the biggest hits of the last decade and our award winning

live performance microphones are on tour daily throughout the world.

When looking and listening to our microphones many people ask “How

can achieve this level of quality and performance at such

reasonable prices when others can’t?” The answer is simple and logical.

spends millions of dollars on R&D. We have the best automated

machinery and incorporate high volume production technologies. When

you invest as we do, the costs drop dramatically. We pass on these

savings to our customers and have been doing this with our studio

microphones since 1992. This philosophy has seen us win multiple

national and international awards for performance and quality and is why

stands alone in the industry for an unbeatable combination of

quality performance and price.

The Podcaster has been designed for any application where

recorded voice clarity and direct digital connection is demanded.

Designed with Podcasting as a main use, this revolutionary microphone is

also perfect for adding voice-overs while editing digital video, and for the

‘on location’ reporter who can quickly record on a laptop and then simply

e-mail this to the studio for instant broadcast.

Just plug in the Podcaster with the supplied USB cable, launch

your recording or video editing program and begin. It is that simple. For

expanded control, download the Podcaster software (available from

www.rodepodcaster.com).

In the following pages, you’ll ﬁnd a detailed description of the features

of the Podcaster, as well as step-by-step instructions for its setup,

and full product speciﬁcations.

As a Podcaster owner you now have full access to the site

www.rodepodcaster.com. This site offers hosting as well as other

interesting podcasting information.

If you have any questions or comments, you can log onto our website:

www.rodemic.com where there are answers to frequently asked queries

as well as our contact details.

Peter Freedman,

President of Rode Microphones

USB MICROPHONE

Specifications

Acoustic Principle:

Dynamic 28 mm

Active Electronics:

Analogue signal conditioning + A/D and USB interface.

Pickup Pattern:

Cardioid.

Frequency Response:

40 Hz ~ 14 kHz.

Sensitivity:

-51 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (2.8 mV @ 94dB SPL) +/- 3 dB

Maximum SPL:

115 dB

Signal/Noise:

> 78 dB

Analogue Output I/F:

Headphone audio output for monitoring.

Drives150mW into 32Ω. Output level adjust.

Digital Output Interface:

USB

Resolution:

18 bits

Audio Control I/F:

AC97

Power Requirements:

Power supplied from USB port.

Weight:

610g (21.5 oz)

Packed Weight:

1025g (36 oz)

Dimensions:

Length: 215mm (8 ”)

Height: 56mm (2 ”)

Width: 52mm (2 ”)

USB MICROPHONE

Specifications cont.

Frequency range:

40 Hz - 14kHz

Features

• High quality broadcast sound.

• Dynamic capsule.

• 18-Bit Resolution, 8KHz to 48KHz sampling.

• Windows and Mac compatible.

• Tight Cardioid pattern for superior off axis sound

rejection.

• Powered from USB Bus.

• Includes Microphone Stand Mount and a 3m (40”) USB

cable.

• Internal capsule shock mounting.

• 3.5mm stereo headphone jack output with volume control.

• Designed & manufactured in Australia.

• Full 10 year guarantee* (Conditions apply, see page 17)

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USB MICROPHONE

Podcaster layout

STATUS

LED

LOCKING

COLLAR

USB

CONNECTION

HEADPHONE

VOLUME

CONTROL

HEADPHONE

OUTPUT

Fig. 2

USB MICROPHONE

Installing the Podcaster

There are two ways that you can install your Podcaster depending

on how much control you wish to have over your recording.

As your Podcaster is USB compliant, by simply connecting your

USB cable to the microphone and your PC or MAC, you will be

able to record through your Podcaster by using the standard audio

interface controls in your operating system.

However, if you would prefer a more professional level of

recording control, please read the following instructions on how

to install and operate the software.

This software will enable everyone from a first timer to a

seasoned professional to quickly fine tune their recording

environment and improve their sound.

Using Podcaster on a MAC OS X

using existing MAC software

1. Plug one end of the

USB cable into the

microphone and the

other end into your

USB port on the MAC.

The LED will flash red

and then go green to

indicate that everything is

functioning correctly with

USB power. The MAC will

recognise the USB audio

device and automatically

install a universal driver.

2. To select the Podcaster as the computer’s new audio input,

open the ‘System Preferences’ from the dock or the main Apple

Menu (figure 3).

Fig. 3

USB MICROPHONE

Using Podcaster on a MAC OS X

using existing MAC software cont.

3. Next open the ‘Sound Preference’ and click the ‘Input’ tab and

select ‘Røde Podcaster’ (figure 4). This will allow you to use your

Podcaster through the existing sound recording software on your

MAC. To enhance the features of your Podcaster we recommend

you install the additional software which can be download from

the podcaster web site.

Go to: www.rodepodcaster.com for more information.

To download and install this software, please refer to the

‘Installing and using Podcaster software” section of this manual.

Fig. 4

USB MICROPHONE

Using Podcaster on a Windows XP system

using existing XP software

The following example is for setting up the Podcaster in Windows

XP with Service Pack 2. Other versions may vary slightly.

1. Plug one end of the USB cable into the microphone and the

other end into your PC. The LED should flash red and then go

green to indicate that everything is functioning correctly with

USB power. The PC will recognise the USB audio device and

automatically install a universal driver.

2. Access ‘Sounds and Audio Devices’ through the Control Panel.

This is usually done by going to Start/Control Panel and selecting

the ‘Sounds and Audio Devices’ icon. Click on the ‘Audio’ tab

which will bring up 3 options. Under the ‘Sound Recording’

option, you should now be able to select ‘Røde Podcaster’ as your

default device (figure 5).

3. This will allow you to use your Podcaster through the sound

recording software on your PC (go to www.rodepodcaster.com for

information on various recording software programs). To check

that you have the Podcaster set as your recording device, go to

Edit/Audio/Properties, and check that ‘Røde Podcaster’ or ‘USB

Audio Device’ is showing up under ‘Sound Recording’.

Fig. 5

USB MICROPHONE

Using Podcaster on a Windows XP system

using existing XP software cont.

To adjust the recording level, click the ‘Volume’ button under

‘Sound Recording’.

To enhance the features of your Podcaster we recommend you

install the additional software which can be download from the

podcaster web site.

Go to: www.rodepodcaster.com for more information.

To download and install this software, please refer to the

‘Installing and using Podcaster software’ section of this manual.

Using Podcaster on a Windows 98 system using

existing Windows software

1. Plug one end of the USB cable into the microphone and the

other end into your PC. The LED should flash red and then go

green to indicate that everything is functioning correctly with

USB power. The PC will recognise the USB audio device and

automatically install a universal driver.

2. Access ‘Sounds and Multimedia’ through the Control Panel. This

is usually done by going to Start/Settings/Control Panel/Sounds

and Multimedia/Audio. This should then bring up 3 options. Under

the ‘Sound Recording’ option, you should now be able to select

either ‘USB Audio Device’ or Røde Podcaster’.

3. This will allow you to use the Podcaster through your sound

recording software on your PC (go to www.rodepodcaster.com for

information on various recording software programs). To check

that you have the Podcaster set as your recording device, go to

Edit/Audio Properties, and check that ‘Røde Podcaster’ or ‘USB

Audio Device’ is showing up under ‘Sound Recording’. To adjust

the recording level, click the ‘Volume’ button under ‘Sound

Recording’.

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