MicroTrack II

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Its all about the sound

Professional 2-Channel Mobile Digital Recorder
multi-function wheel menu button

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delete button clip indicators output level adjust input level adjust record button signal indicators CompactFlash or Microdrive slot

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MicroTrack II Mobile Digital Recorder Includes:
T-shaped stereo electret microphone USB cable (USB A to Mini B, 3) 1/8 extension cable with lapel clip (3) Earbuds USB power supply Protective carrying case with mic pouch Printed Quick Start Guide CD-ROM with documentation and editing software SOLD SEPARATELY: MicroTrack II requires either a CompactFlash card or Microdrive for recording (not included)

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The redesigned MicroTrack II brings even more professional features to the original high-fidelity mobile digital recorder thats been embraced by audio and film professionals worldwide. With an extended input gain range, analog input limiter, 48V phantom power, faster file transfer rate, multi-part recording of files beyond 2GB in size and other enhancements, MicroTrack II delivers the highest quality mobile recording experience available today. Simply record WAV (BWF) and MP3 files to CompactFlash or Microdrives through balanced line inputs or builtin microphone preampsthen drag and drop recordings to your computer via high-speed USB 2.0 for immediate editing or Web posting. MicroTrack II is perfect for a wide variety of applications including field recording, capturing live shows, songwriting, education and more.

Key Features

Superior Analog Input Limiter The MicroTrack II analog limiter attenuates signal peaks before they are converted to digitalpreserving the warm analog sound of your recordings. This carefully designed signal path provides far better gain reduction than the digital limiters found in other recorders. Optimized for Condenser Microphones The MicroTrack II delivers optimized performance when coupled with high-quality condenser microphones. The TRS inputs allow you to use balanced XLR-to- TRS cables for professionalquality results.* Support for Broadcast Wave File Markers BWF files are stored in WAV format, and contain additional embedded data such as position markers. MicroTrack II allows you to drop in these markers while recording, so you can easily find your place when editing the content. Multi-Part Recording Beyond 2GB MicroTrack II maintains compatibility across all file systems by recording files no larger than 2GB. When recording a WAV file that exceeds 2GB, MicroTrackII will automatically start another recording without missing a sample. The files can then be edited together to yield the full-length recording. Extra-Long Battery Life MicroTrack II is powered via a long-life lithium-ion battery. When using two condenser microphones, MicroTrack II can record for hours on a single charge. Using the included electret microphone can increase the recording time to almost five hours. If needed, you can use standard USB battery packs to extend the recording time even further.
* For information on using dynamic mics with the MicroTrack II recorder, please visit the MicroTrack II product page on m-audio.com.

Applications

Record Live Music
MicroTrack II makes it easy to record a wide variety of sound sourcesfrom band rehearsals and instrument lessons to choir performances and live gigs. Just plug in the included stereo electret microphone, power up your MicroTrack II and start recording. Capturing high-SPL sources is no problem thanks to an extended input gain range and built-in analog input limiter. You can even drop in markers while recording BWF files and easily find your place when editing your content.

Capture Song Ideas

When you carry MicroTrack II as your songwriters notebook, youll never miss a moment of inspiration. The recorders mobility and mic preamps make it ideal for tracking practice sessions and recording ideas on the fly. You can even let the recorder hibernate while practicing a riff or harmonizing a melody, then wake it up to record on a moments notice. MicroTrack II makes it easy to capture every detail then drag and drop the files into music software like Pro Tools for editing.
Full Features and Specifications
storage via convenient CompactFlash or Microdrives (sold separately) immediate drag-and-drop file transfer to PC and Mac via high-speed USB 2.0 mini-connector powered via USB, built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery or included power supply separate left and right input level controls with signal and peak indicators professional balanced TRS inputs capable of mic or line-level signals dual microphone preamps with 48V phantom power for studio microphones 1/8 TRS input with 5V power for use with stereo electret microphone (microphone included) S/PDIF coaxial input for digital transfers monitoring via RCA line outputs or 1/8 stereo headphone output output level control dedicated buttons for navigation, record, hold, pause, delete, menu and power large LCD screen includes electret t-shaped microphone, software for editing and file format conversion, carrying pouch, 1/8 stereo extension cable with lapel clip, power supply, and
High-Fidelity Recording in the Field
At about the size and weight of a deck of cards, MicroTrack II will go anywhere you need to record. But dont let its small size fool youthis rugged device is in the same class as our critically acclaimed audio interfaces. Pro-quality preamps complete with full 48V phantom power will work with your favorite condenser microphones to capture audio up to 24-bit/96kHz. So whether youre recording ambient nature sounds in an exotic locale, or doing Foley work on a sound stage, MicroTrack II has you covered.

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Connectivity
CompactFlash memory card (or Microdrive) included t-shaped mic condenser microphone studio monitors (and/or headphones)

via RCA outputs

laptop or personal computer

via USB 2.0

digital device

via S/PDIF

via 1/8 TRS inputs via 1/4 TRS inputs

Dimensions

10.5 x 6 x 2.8 centimeters 4.1 x 2.4 x 1.1 inches

Weight

.13 kilograms.3 pounds

Memory Card

CF Type I Media Cards CF Type II Media Cards (Microdrive)

USB Interface

Mini-B Type
* supports USB 2.0 / 1.1 mass storage device class
loudspeaker for mics and keyboards

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Share Your ContentInstantly
MicroTrack II makes it quick and easy to e-mail or post high-quality recordings to the Web. Simply select MP3 as your recording format, then transfer the files to your computer via high-speed USB 2.0. Musicians can upload tracks to MySpace, while speakers can prepare podcasts for digital distribution. Producers can import recordings directly into Pro Tools for editing and processing. Educators can post classes, lectures and seminars without delay. Faith-based organizations can broadcast worship services. Professional presenters can create and sell back-end collateral content almost instantlyand the list goes on.
Recording Time vs. Media Chart
WAV Recording Time in Hours:Minutes:Seconds

The Professional Choice

M-Audios MicroTrack handheld recording technology has been embraced across the digital media production spectrum. From cuttingedge music producers and Hollywood sound designers to top-shelf video game developers and photojournalism agencies, working pros depend on the MicroTrack for reliability and pristine sound quality. Theyve tested the unit in all kinds of conditionsso you know your MicroTrack II will deliver every time.
Bit Rate (kHz) Media Capacity (MB)
2-channel WAV (BWF) and MP3 recording and playback > perfect for field recording, songwriting, training, education and worship battery operated; storage via CompactFlash or Microdrives > mobility and convenience
drag-and-drop file transfer to PC and Mac > upload and share your content in minutes balanced TRS inputs with line inputs and 48V phantom-powered mic preamps > professional-quality recording

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1/8 TRS input with 5V power
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User Guide

MicroTrack II

Table of Contents

1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Whats in the Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Product Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Minimum System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mac. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2 - Setup and Charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Charging the Battery with the USB Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Power Saving (Hibernation Mode). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Formatting the Recording Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Formatting Using MicroTrack II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 - Hardware Controls and Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Bottom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Left. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Right. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Main Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Files Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Record Settings Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Options Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Backlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Contrast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Playback EQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Scrub Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Rec Time Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Record Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Verify Delete. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

6 - Warranty Terms and Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Warranty Terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Warranty Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
7 - Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Recording Time vs. Media Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

1 Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of M-Audio MicroTrack II.
The redesigned MicroTrack II brings even more professional features to the original high-fidelity mobile digital recorder thats been embraced by audio and film professionals worldwide. With an extended input gain range, analog input limiter, 48V phantom power, faster file transfer rate and other enhancements, MicroTrack II delivers the highest quality mobile recording experience available today. Record WAV files, WAV files with embedded Broadcast Wave Format data and MP3 files to CompactFlash (CF) cards or Microdrives through balanced line inputs or built-in microphone preamps. Then drag and drop recordings to your computer via high-speed USB 2.0 for immediate editing or Web posting. MicroTrack II is perfect for a wide variety of applications including field recording, capturing live shows, songwriting, education and more. MicroTrack II takes your mobile recording experience to the next stage. Drop in markers* while recording WAV files and easily find your place when editing your content. Organize and locate your files in the field with a user-created folder structure. Overcome the limitations of the FAT32 file system and create virtually seamless WAV file** recordings beyond 2GB in size. Dim the backlight to save battery life and be discreet in a dark room. Add a USB-compatible battery pack (sold separately) and capture extra-long sessions. Let the recorder hibernate, then wake it up to record on a moments notice. With MicroTrack II, youre always ready to go. Even with its long list of features, MicroTrack II remains simple to use. However, we still suggest that you read through this entire User Guide to familiarize yourself with all the functions contained within this portable unit. *Markers follow the Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) standard. BWF files are files stored in WAV format, containing additional embedded data beyond basic WAV audio information, such as position markers. The audio software you are using on your computer must be capable of reading BWF information to take advantage of this feature. If your software does not recognize BWF data, the file will be treated as a standard WAV file and the markers will be ignored. ** When recording an MP3 file, the recording will stop when a 2GB file size is reached, and the recorded 2GB MP3 will be saved.

Whats in the Box

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Battery life is dependent on the usage scenario. For example, a stereo recording from two condenser mics with phantom power switched on will deplete the battery quicker than just listening to audio playback.
Minimum System Requirements

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Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista Available USB port CompactFlash card or Microdrive
Home and Professional Edition only. Windows Media Center Edition is not currently supported.
Mac OS X 10.2.8 Available USB port CompactFlash card or Microdrive

2 - Setup and Charging

Connecting to a Computer
No drivers are required. MicroTrack II is class compliant, meaning you do not need to install any special drivers when connecting MicroTrack II to your computer.
Charging the Battery with the USB Power Supply
The MicroTrack II built-in battery ships with only a minimal charge and you must charge it from a power source (your computers USB connection or the included power supply) before you can use it. It is essential that you fully charge the MicroTrack II battery before using your new recorder. Failure to fully charge the battery before first use can limit the capacity of the battery, lowering the total recording time of MicroTrack II. To charge the battery, follow the steps below:

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Plug the smaller end of the supplied USB cable into the USB connector on the bottom of MicroTrack II. Plug the large end of the USB cable into the supplied USB power supply. Plug the USB power supply into a power outlet. animated battery symbol will be displayed in the right upper corner of the LCD on MicroTrack II to indicate that the device is being charged. the battery is fully charged, the animation will stop, the battery symbol will appear solid, and a check mark will be displayed next to the battery symbol, indicating that the charging process has finished. You can now disconnect MicroTrack II from the USB cable.

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You will have to recharge the battery from time to time as you use the device. There is a battery meter icon in the upperright corner of the MicroTrack II screen that shows the estimated battery power remaining. When the battery power is nearly depleted, battery low will be shown on the LCD display. When this message appears, you should recharge MicroTrack II immediately. If you continue to run MicroTrack II on battery power after seeing this message, the unit will eventually turn off. You will then have to recharge the battery before MicroTrack II can be turned on again. If you recharge the battery before the unit becomes inoperable, the charge time will be approximately 2.5 hours. If you drain the battery to a point where MicroTrack II will no longer turn on, a full charge can take approximately 6.5 hours.
Power Saving (Hibernation Mode)
When MicroTrack II is on, not plugged into a power source, and has been inactive for 10 minutes, it will enter hibernation mode. This feature will turn off all non-essential components to minimize power consumption and maintain battery life. A brief press of the power key will instantly return the device to the last state it was in before hibernation, allowing you to start a new recording immediately. If the battery drains completely while in hibernation mode, MicroTrack II will save its preferences before powering itself off.
Formatting the Recording Media
MicroTrack II records directly to CF cards or Microdrives. In both cases, these mediums must be formatted before they can be used. MicroTrack II can format media with the following procedure:

NOTE:

Formatting a CF card or Microdrive will erase all of its data. Thus, formatting can be used as a method for deleting the entire contents of a card or drive.
Formatting Using MicroTrack II
1. Turn on MicroTrack II. 2. Insert your media, either a CF card or Microdrive, into MicroTrack II. The unit will reboot. 3. After MicroTrack II has rebooted, press down on the [NAV] wheel until System is selected, then press in on the [NAV] wheel. 4. Press down on the [NAV] wheel until Format Media is selected, then press in on the [NAV] wheel. 5. When prompted with a confirmation message, press the [NAV] wheel again. 6. MicroTrack II will restart after the formatting process has completed. You can also use your computer to format your MicroTrack II CF card or Microdrive. See Chapter 5, Using MicroTrack II with a Computer for more information.

If the backlight has been turned off in the Options menu, this switch will only control the brightness of the front-panel LEDs.
18. hantom Power Switch (+48V): This switches on the phantom power for the 14 TRS inputs. When P active, 48V will be will be shown on the LCD display. Phantom power should only be used with condenser microphones.

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Phantom power should be disengaged when connecting or disconnecting microphones to prevent possible damage to the microphones internal electronics.
19. NAV] Wheel: This is a multi-function control that is dependent on the current screen you are viewing. [ n a menu, pushing up or down navigates the selections on the screen, and pressing in selects the a. I current function. b. n the main playback screen, pressing in toggles between play and pause. Pushing down or up will skip I ahead or backwards through the songs in the current folder. Holding down or up will fast-forward or rewind the current song.
20. Memory Slot: Insert a CF card or Microdrive here. 21. ject Button: This button folds flat into the housing of MicroTrack II to prevent it from breaking or being E pressed accidentally. (The hinge is on the Memory Slot side.) Flip this button out and press it to remove the CF card and/or Microdrive.

Main Menu

Pressing the [MENU] button will display a list of menu categories (the Main Menu) on the MicroTrack II display. You can then push up and down on the [NAV] wheel to move through the selections (the selected menu item will be shown in bold print). Pressing in on the [NAV] wheel will activate the current selection or enter a sub-menu. The [MENU] button is used to exit a sub-menu. When first entering the Settings menu, you will be presented with the following options, each explained in detail in the following sections: 1. Files: This will present a list of all stored files and folders. You can choose a file to play or delete from this list. 2. Record Settings: This is used to set the recording parameters for MicroTrack II. 3. Options: This contains display, playback, and button-function options for the Microtrack II. 4. System: This provides access to advanced features and settings of MicroTrack II.

Files Menu

This menu displays a list of all the folders and files contained on the current CF card or Microdrive.

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Options Menu

Backlight

This menu sets the automatic shutoff time for the MicroTrack II backlight. Since the backlight drains more battery power, you have the ability to automatically turn the light off to maximize your battery life. When set to Always off, the backlight will never turn on. When Always on is selected, the back light will be on whenever MicroTrack II is powered on. The other three settings available on this menu determine the amount of time the backlight will stay on after the last control is pressed on MicroTrack II. For example, if 5 sec is selected, the backlight will turn on any time a button is pressed on MicroTrack II. The back light will then turn off 5 seconds after the last button is pressed.

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If the dimmer switch on the side of MicroTrack II is set to the Off position, the backlight will never turn on no matter what setting is selected in this menu.

Contrast

This setting adjusts the contrast of the MicroTrack II display. Press up or down on the [NAV] wheel to adjust this value. Higher values result in a darker display. Press in on the [NAV] wheel when finished.

Playback EQ

This menu provides access to the six EQ curves built into MicroTrack II. These curves affect playback onlyall recordings are made without EQ. To activate an EQ preset, use the [NAV] wheel to select the curve, then press in to activate it. The EQ has the following settings: 1. Normal: This defeats the EQ and provides flat playback response. 2. Bass Boost: Increases the low frequencies during playback. 3. Bass Reduce: Decreases the low frequencies during playback. 4. Treble Boost: Increases the high frequencies during playback. 5. Treble Reduce: Decreases the high frequencies during playback. 6. Bass and Treble Boost: Increases both the low and high frequencies during playback.

Scrub Audio

This is an on/off setting that allows you to hear audio as you rewind and fast-forward through an audio file. When set to on, you will be able to hear bits of the file as you seek. When off, MicroTrack II will be silent while seeking.

Rec Time Display

This option dictates how MicroTrack II computes the remaining recording time that is shown on the LCD Display in the Record and Record Pause States. CF cards and Microdrives with a capacity of more than 512 MB use the FAT 32 file system. This file system has an inherent 2GB limit on file size. Thus, MicroTrack II may show a shorter record time available, even if there are more than 2GB available on the CF media. The Rec Time Display settings are: ime until 2GB: This setting will compute the remaining recording time available based on a 2GB size (or T the currently available space on the CF media if less than 2GB). ime on Media: This setting will compute the total available recording time remaining based on the free T space on the CF media.
When recording WAV files, MicroTrack II helps circumvent the 2GB file size limitation by automatically creating an additional WAV file once the 2GB limit has been reached and continuing to record to the new file. This ensures that you can record for a long period of time and the overall capacity of the media becomes the time limit. When recording an MP3 file, the recording will stop when a 2GB file size is reached, and the recorded 2GB MP3 will be saved.

Record Button

This option will set the behavior of the Record Button. The settings are: Record: This setting causes MicroTrack II to enter the Record State when the Record button is pressed. ecord/Pause: This setting causes MicroTrack II to enter the Record Pause State when the Record R button is pressed. This allows the user to set recording levels before starting to record. Pressing the Record button a second time, or pushing in on the [NAV] wheel starts the actual recording.

Verify Delete

This is a simple on/off menu preference that enables or disables the delete confirmation message. When this feature is on, you will be asked to confirm a file delete any time you press the [DEL] key. This helps prevent accidental erasure of files you wish to keep. When this feature is off, files will be deleted as soon as the [DEL] button is pressed.

System Menu

Connect to PC
This menu option is used to place your MicroTrack II in host mode, effectively turning MicroTrack II into a USB Compact Flash card reader. This allows quick and easy transfer of audio and firmware files between your computer and MicroTrack II. While MicroTrack II is in host mode, it cannot play or record audio files. The screen will simply display the MAudio logo and USB icon to indicate it is in host mode.

CAUTION:

It is suggested that you close the connection from the computer BEFORE disconnecting the MicroTrack II USB cable or exiting host mode on MicroTrack II. If you fail to do this, there is a slight chance that information on the CF card might get corrupted. Refer to the section entitled Disconnecting MicroTrack II from Your Computer for instructions how to unmount and disconnect your MicroTrack II from Windows and Macintosh OS X computers.

To enter host mode: 1. Connect a USB cable from the computer to MicroTrack II. 2. Select Connect to PC from the System menu. The M-Audio logo will appear on the screen to indicate that MicroTrack II is in host mode.
Another method to enter host mode: 1. Turn off MicroTrack II. 2. Connect a USB cable from the computer to MicroTrack II. MicroTrack II will automatically power up and enter host mode. The M-Audio logo will appear on the screen to indicate it is in host mode.

Format Media

This menu allows you to format the inserted CF or Microdrive media. It is necessary to format your media before you can begin recording. Be aware that formatting a medium will erase any data it contains. Because of this, formatting can be used as a quick way to delete all files on the CF or Microdrive media. 1. Select Format Media from the System Menu and press in on the [NAV] wheel. 2. oull see the message Press NAV switch to format media or MENU to cancel. Press the [NAV] wheel to Y begin the formatting process. 3. MicroTrack II will restart after the formatting process has completed.

Test Media

This operation will perform a test on the removable media to determine its capabilities. At the end of the test, the LCD display will show information indicating bit-rate and sample rate options for recordings (slower cards may not be able to write the necessary data for high bit and high sample rates in time).

Firmware Update

From time to time, M-Audio may release updates to the operating system for MicroTrack II. Directions for using this feature to update the firmware will be included with the update files you download from the M-Audio website (www.m-audio.com).

Factory Defaults

Entering this menu option will allow you to reset all of the internal settings of MicroTrack II to their original factory defaults. (This also resets the internal counter for file names, so the next file you record will attempt to be File0001.wav.) Press in on the [NAV] wheel to restore the defaults. If you want to cancel this operation, press [MENU] to exit.

Version

This option will show the current firmware and bootloader versions. The screen will appear as follows: Version Resource File z.z.z Firmware x.x.x Bootloader y.y

Choosing this option will display legal information such as copyright and licensing notices. Press in on [NAV] or press [MENU] to exit back to the System menu.
4 - Operating Instructions
MicroTrack II is an easy-to-use, portable audio recorder. Its primary function is to create high-quality recordings that can be transferred easily to a computer. As such, the steps for operating MicroTrack II are few and simple to understand. In essence, MicroTrack II has two functions: recording audio files and playing audio files. Because a file needs to be recorded before it can be played back, we will explain the recording process first, followed by playback and file management functions.

Recording

To begin recording a new audio file, connect an audio source to MicroTrack II, select the proper input source, select your recording format and resolution, adjust your recording levels, then initiate the recording. MicroTrack II will automatically assign a name to the file in the format FILExxxx.eee where xxxx is a number from 0001 to 9999 and eee is either wav or mp3. The procedure is outlined below: 1 Using the [+48] switch on the side of MicroTrack II, turn off phantom power.
2. Turn down the input gain of MicroTrack using the [LEVELS] buttons on the front panel. 3. Connect an audio source to MicroTrack II. This can be any one of the following:
a mono or stereo dynamic, or electret microphone connected to the 1/8 input. or two professional microphones to the 1/4 TRS inputs. Because most professional microphones have XLR connectors, you may need to use XLR-to-TRS cables or adapters to make your connections. a mono or stereo line-level source to the 1/4 TRS inputs. a digital source connected to the S/PDIF input.

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4. Select the INPUT SOURCE of MicroTrack II. Use the [MENU] button and [NAV] wheel to select Record Settings > Input Source. Select the proper input and press the [NAV] wheel in again to make your selection. 5. Select the ENCODER. Use the menu key and [NAV] wheel to select Record Settings > Encoder. Select MP3 or WAV and press the [NAV] wheel in again to make your selection. 6. Select the SAMPLE RATE of MicroTrack II. Use the [MENU] button and [NAV] wheel to select Record Settings > Sample Rate. Select the appropriate sample rate and press the [NAV] wheel in again to make your selection. 7. Select the BIT RATE of MicroTrack II. Use the [MENU] button and [NAV] wheel to select Record Settings > Bits. Select the appropriate bit rate and press the [NAV] wheel in again to make your selection. 8. needed, select PHANTOM POWER. If you are using condenser microphones that require phantom power, If turn on the [+48V] switch on the side of MicroTrack II. Note that phantom power should be disengaged while connecting or disconnecting microphones to prevent damage to the microphones internal electronics. 9. Enable INPUT MONITORING. This will allow you to hear incoming signal on the RCA and 1/8 audio outputs while MicroTrack II is recording or is in the Record Pause State. This option is enabled by default, but you can manually adjust it by using the [MENU] button and the [NAV] wheel to select Record Settings > Input Monitor. Select On and press in on the [NAV] wheel to activate.

10. Set input levels appropriately for this source.

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[REC]. At this point, MicroTrack II will either begin to record a file, or will enter the Record Pause State, depending on the Record Button setting found in the Options menu. (See the Record Button section of the Options Menu portion of this User Guide for further information this settings.) Now play the loudest sound you wish to record. If a file is being recorded, you will be able to delete the file as soon as you are done, if you wish. the [LEVELS] controls on the surface of MicroTrack II to adjust the input level so that it is as high as possible without peaking. The input level settings are represented as triangles in the level meters on the main screen. stop recording, press [REC] again. If you have recorded a file (once again, depending on the Record Button setting) you may immediately delete the file, press [DEL].

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11. nce the recording levels and parameters are set, you may begin recording. Press the [REC] button to start O recording a new file. 12. While a file is recording, you can:

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Make adjustments to the recording levels if necessary, using the [LEVELS] buttons. the recording by pushing in on the [NAV] wheel once. To resume recording, push in on the [NAV] wheel again. Stop the recording by pressing the [REC] button again. Delete the file being recorded by pressing the [DEL] button.

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13. nce the recording is stopped, MicroTrack II will finish writing the file to memory. If you are recording a O WAV file, and your recording exceeds the 2GB file size limit of CF or Microdrive media, an additional file will automatically be created with virtually no time lost between files. When recording an MP3 file, the recording will stop when a 2GB file size is reached, and the recorded 2GB MP3 will be saved. Adding Markers to a WAV Recording: If the [MENU] button is pressed while MicroTrack II is recording a WAV file, the Record icon will change from solid to outline for 0.5 seconds and a marker will be dropped at that location in the WAV file. When imported into Pro Tools, or other audio editing programs that recognize Broadcast Wave Files (BWFs), regions or cue points will be created for each marker. If your specific audio editing program does not recognize the extra data contained in BWF files, it will still read the recorded audio as a WAV file.
Markers follow the Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) standard. BWF files are files stored in WAV format that contain additional embedded data beyond basic WAV audio information, such as position markers. BWF files are stored with a.WAV extension. The audio software you are using on your computer must be capable of reading BWF information to take advantage of this feature. If your software does not recognize BWF data, the file will be treated as a standard WAV file and the markers will be ignored.

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Adjust the playback volume using the [VOLUME] button. Delete the file by pressing the [DEL] button. Immediately begin recording a new file by pressing the [REC] Button. Fast-forward through the file by holding the [NAV] wheel down. Skip ahead to the next file by pressing down on the [NAV] wheel. Return to the beginning of a file by pressing up on the [NAV] wheel. Rewind the file by holding up the [NAV] wheel. Pause playback by pressing in on the [NAV] wheel. Press in again to resume playback.
Additional [NAV] wheel functions when an audio file is paused in Loop Playback mode include:
5 - Using MicroTrack II with a Computer
MicroTrack II will interact with a computer for multiple purposes.
MicroTrack II will charge its battery with power it receives from the computer. The contents of the CF card or Microdrive can be transferred to the computer. Files can be uploaded from a computer to MicroTrack II.
Please refer back to the section titled Connect to PC to learn how to properly connect the device.
Charging MicroTrack II from the Computer
MicroTrack II will automatically begin recharging the internal battery any time power is received at the MicroTrack USB port. Depending on the manufacturer of your computer, your computer may need to be powered on to provide power to the USB port. An animated battery symbol will be displayed in the right upper corner of the LCD on MicroTrack II to indicate that the device is being charged. When the battery is fully charged, the animation will stop, the battery symbol will appear solid, and a check mark will be displayed next to the battery symbol, indicating that the charging process has finished.
If MicroTrack II is off and you connect it to the USB port of computer that is running, MicroTrack II will power up and enter host mode. It is suggested that you close the connection from the computer or exiting host mode BEFORE disconnecting the MicroTrack II USB cable.
Transferring Audio Files to a Computer
When connected to a computer, MicroTrack II will appear as a removable disk on that computer. To transfer files from MicroTrack II, locate the removable disk icon under My Computer in Windows and on the Desktop on the Mac and double-click the icon to see the stored files. Drag files from MicroTrack II to the desired destination on your computer. Your computer will then begin copying the files. To send files back to MicroTrack II, simply drag the files back into the MicroTrack II window. You can also create and delete file folders, rename files, and move them to new locations when connected to the computer. These features allow you to organize your collection of recordings with ease.

Disconnecting from Mac OS X
To disconnect MicroTrack II from Mac OS X, simply drag the MicroTrack II hard drive icon on your desktop to the trash can. When dragging the hard drive icon to the Trash, the Trash icon will change to an Eject symbol, and will be labeled Eject. MicroTrack II can safely be unplugged as soon as the hard drive icon disappears.
Swapping CompactFlash or Microdrive Media
If you wish to change out the CompactFlash card or Microdrive while MicroTrack II is connected to the computer, you will have to disconnect MicroTrack II using the procedure above before changing out the media. Once youve changed the media, you can reconnect MicroTrack II to the computer.
6 - Warranty Terms and Registration

Warranty Terms

M-Audio warrants products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and provided that the product is owned by the original, registered user. Visit www.m-audio.com/warranty for terms and limitations applying to your specific product.

Warranty Registration

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