The JBL Quantum Stream Talk is a microphone designed for streaming and communication, offering a range of features for clear audio capture and monitoring. It is compatible with various devices, including PCs, Macs, mobile devices, PlayStation (PS4/PS5), and Nintendo Switch.
Function Description:
The JBL Quantum Stream Talk is a USB microphone that provides high-quality audio input for gaming, streaming, podcasting, and other communication needs. It features a super cardioid polar pattern, which helps to focus on the sound source directly in front of the microphone, reducing background noise. The microphone is equipped with a volume knob that serves multiple functions: adjusting headphone volume, microphone gain, and muting/unmuting the microphone. An integrated Ring LED acts as a visual indicator for mute/unmute status and volume/gain levels. For real-time audio monitoring, the microphone includes a 3.5mm headset port, allowing users to hear their own voice (sidetone, if enabled) and the audio from the connected device. The microphone's design includes a rotary joint for flexible positioning.
Important Technical Specifications:
Microphone:
- Power Required/Consumption: 5 V ⎓ 500 mA
- Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 96 kHz
- Bit Rate: 16 / 24 bit
- Capsules: 6 mm Electret Condenser Microphone
- Polar Patterns: Super Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz - 12 kHz
- Sensitivity: -47 ± 3 dB (1 kHz@1 Pa, 0 dB = 1 v/Pa)
- Maximum SPL: 110 dB
Headphone Amplifier:
- Impedance: 16 ohms / 32 ohms
- Power Output (RMS): 23 mWrms per channel (Load = 32 ohms)
- THD: <0.5% (Load = 32 ohms)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Signal to Noise: 92 dB (A weighted)
Dimensions - Mic with Stand:
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 10.5 cm x 10 cm x 18.6 cm / 4.1" x 3.9" x 7.3"
- Weight: 146 g / 0.32 lbs
System Compatibility:
- PC and Mac (desktop or laptop) with USB-A or USB-C ports
- Mobile devices with USB-C ports
- PlayStation™: PS4/PS5 console with USB-A port
- Nintendo Switch™ with USB-C port and Nintendo Switch™ console with USB-A port
Usage Features:
Getting Started:
- Connecting USB Power Cable: The microphone connects to a PC, Mac, PS4/PS5, or Nintendo Switch console via a USB-A to USB-C cable (included). A USB-C to USB-C cable can also be used for compatible devices (not included).
- Connecting a Monitoring Headphone: A 3.5mm to 3.5mm or 3.5mm to 2.5mm cable (not included) can be used to connect a monitoring headphone to the microphone's 3.5mm headset port, allowing users to hear audio from the connected device.
First-Time Setup for PC:
- Requires Windows 10 (64-bit only) / Windows 11 and 500MB of free hard drive space.
- Users should download JBL QuantumENGINE for full access to features like EQ settings.
- Setup involves selecting "JBL Quantum Stream Talk" as the default playback and recording device in "Sound Settings" -> "Sound Control Panel."
- By default, all sounds play through the microphone and are heard via connected headphones. To hear sound directly from the PC, the PC sound card should be selected as the default device.
First-Time Setup for Mac:
- Connect the microphone via USB.
- In "System Preferences" under the Apple menu, select "JBL Quantum Stream Talk" for both sound output and audio input.
- By default, all sounds play through the microphone and are heard via connected headphones. To hear sound directly from the Mac, the built-in speakers should be selected.
Using Your Microphone:
- Mute/Unmute: Pressing the volume knob toggles between mute (Ring LED is red) and unmute (Ring LED is green).
- Headphone Volume/Microphone Gain:
- Headphone Volume/Sidetone: Rotate the volume knob clockwise or counterclockwise. The Ring LED lights up in teal, flashing when maximum or minimum volume is reached. Sidetone is off by default and can be enabled/adjusted in QuantumENGINE.
- Microphone Gain: Press and hold the volume knob for 3 seconds, then rotate it. The Ring LED lights up in purple, flashing when maximum or minimum gain is reached.
Maintenance Features:
The manual does not explicitly detail maintenance features but provides troubleshooting steps to address common issues:
Troubleshooting:
- No Power: Ensure proper connection and compatibility with the device.
- No Sound from Headphone: Verify proper connection to headphones and the device, confirm "JBL Quantum Stream Talk" is selected as the sound source, and check headphone volume/microphone mute status.
- Speaker Feedback: Adjust microphone and speaker positions to prevent direct pointing, and decrease speaker volume/microphone gain.
- Distorted Sound: Decrease microphone gain and adjust microphone position relative to the sound source.
- Poor Sound or Sound Not Loud Enough: Increase microphone gain, move the microphone closer to the sound source, and adjust the rotary joint to speak towards the microphone.
- Voice Not Heard by Teammates: Ensure "JBL Quantum Stream Talk" is selected as the recording device and the microphone is not muted.
- Cannot Hear Myself When Talking: Enable and adjust sidetone in QuantumENGINE.
The JBL Quantum Stream Talk is designed for ease of use with plug-and-play functionality across multiple platforms, complemented by software support for advanced customization on PC.
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