When it comes to using a RØDE USB Microphone with your computer, it is crucial to ensure that it is selected as your primary microphone for recording and online meetings. This selection process varies slightly depending on whether you are using a Windows PC or a Mac.
Below are the detailed steps for both operating systems to help you set up your microphone correctly.
For Windows:
- First, make sure your RØDE USB Microphone is connected directly to your computer.
- It’s important to use a USB port that is functioning properly to avoid any connectivity issues.
- Next, you need to open your sound settings.
- You can do this by right-clicking on the sound icon located in the system tray at the bottom right corner of your screen.
- Once you have the sound settings open, navigate to the Input section.
- This area displays all the audio input devices that are currently available on your computer.
- Finally, from the list of input devices, select your RØDE USB Microphone.
- This will set it as the primary microphone for your computer.
For Mac:
- Ensure that your RØDE USB Microphone is connected directly to your Mac.
- Open your System Preferences by clicking on the Apple menu at the top left corner of your screen and selecting 'System Preferences' or 'System Settings'
- From the System Preferences menu, choose the Sound option to access your audio settings.
- Within the Sound settings, locate the Input section.
- Here, you will find a list of all available input devices.
- Finally, select your RØDE USB Microphone from the list to set it as your primary microphone.
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