PODCAST QUICK-START GUIDE
Version 1.0
Installation Guide – USB or FireWire interface
XM8500
HPM1000
Computer
UCA222
XENYX502
Basic equipment:
Computer, Software, USB or FireWire interface (internal or external), Mixer,
Microphone, Headphones
Now that you have a basic understanding of what podcasting is and have the nec-
essary gear, it’s time to set up the equipment, install the software and get started.
Install any necessary drivers before connecting your USB or FireWire interface. 1.
They should be included with your purchase.
Once the drivers are installed, you may connect the interface to your computer 2.
with the included USB or FireWire cable.
Connect your audio source to the inputs of your interface. You may use RCA or ¼" 3.
cables, or an adapter.
Connect a monitoring device. You may connect the outputs of the interface to a 4.
pair of powered speakers or to the inputs of a mixer. You may also connect a pair
of headphones to the interface.
If using a mixer, connect a microphone and/or instruments to the available channels. 5.
You may also connect headphones to the mixer instead of the interface.
Be sure to read the manuals for the individual components of your podcast 6.
system to ensure proper hookup and operation.