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2. Audio Lab Assistant Computer Based Training for San Diego Community College’s Radio-Television-Communications (RTVC) 107 Broadcast Audio Lab

3. Unit I: Identify and describe operation of typical broadcast station equipment Unit 2: Blah blu dib dub blipo blap mapo con dorga. Slavo donk dingo dong Unit 3: Qui con nibber domb, gako ick zoozy. Korba dim bitmo slap booty nick bit comin. Unit 4: Yadda yadda yadda. Audio Lab Assistant Content Overview

4. Module A: Audio mixer Module B: Microphone Module C: CD player Module D: Recording reel Unit I: Identify, describe & apply operation of typical station equipment: Audio Lab Assistant

5. Lesson 1: Microphone Concepts Lesson 2: Microphone Process Lesson 3: How to use a Microphone Unit 1: Module B: Microphone Audio Lab Assistant

6. Introduction Importance Overview Objectives Order of Topics Module B, Lesson 3: How to use a Microphone Outline Audio Lab Assistant

7. Module B, Lesson 3: How to use a Microphone Introduction In the previous Module A lessons, you learned how to identify, describe and apply the operations of an audio mixer. Now in Module B, you will identify describe and apply the operations of the microphone that include the use some of the audio mixer parts. The audio mixer is an integral part of the broadcast studio and used in most of its processes. Therefore, the audio mixer’s concepts and process, as part of the overall process, will be reinforced through out all modules in Unit 1. Audio Lab Assistant

8. Module B, Lesson 3: How to use a Microphone Importance Knowing the microphone equipment, its parts and operations is important to getting your voice properly into the audio mixer, CD player, open reel recorder and radio waves. Also, microphone’s operation in an integral component in the audio lab’s overall operation. Audio Lab Assistant

9. Module B, Lesson 3: How to use a Microphone Overview This lesson will review the concepts of microphone equipment. Then it will review the process of using the microphone to help with any troubleshooting. Finally, the lesson will provide series of procedural steps that result in the application of the microphone’s operation. There are three main pieces of microphone equipment: audio mixer, microphone and speakers. The audio mixer is an integral part of the microphone. So, Module A will be reviewed in the lesson’s beginning to reinforce the audio mixer’s concepts and process. Ending with a evaluation and feedback. Audio Lab Assistant

10. Module B, Lesson 3: How to use a Microphone Objectives Given an audio mixer, microphone and speakers, LWBAT correctly identify equipment and respective parts used in the operations of the typical microphone. Criteria: five-out-of-seven equipment parts will be identified correctly. Given a particular problem with sound from the microphone, LWBAT correctly apply process flow information of typical microphone equipment based on how an audio mixer, microphone and speakers properly operate together. Criteria: Two-out-of-three microphone, problematic, case-studies will be answered correctly with multiple choice questions. Given an audio mixer, microphone and speakers, LWBAT apply the correct steps to create verbal sound thru microphone equipment. Criteria: Verbal sound thru microphone will stay within range of 80-100% on the VU meter. (cannot measure without equipment) Audio Lab Assistant

11. Module B, Lesson 3: How to use a Microphone Order of Topics Introduction Module A: Concept Review Module A: Process Review Lesson 1: Concept Review Lesson 1: Concept Demonstration Lesson 1: Concept Practice Lesson 2: Process Review Lesson 2: Process Demonstration: Lesson 2: Process Practice Procedure Overview Procedure Demonstration Procedure Quiz Lesson Summary Enter this lesson here Audio Lab Assistant

12. Module A Review Module A Concept and Process Audio Mixer Review [To skip review press here]

13. Module B, Lesson 1 Microphone Concepts Demonstration Microphone Concepts

14. Overview, this is typical Audio Lab Equipment needed to operate the microphone Microphone Concepts

15. This is the Microphone , where your voice enters. Microphone Concepts

16. This is the Audio Mixer ; everything inside of the dotted lines. Microphone Concepts Microphone

17. This the Switch , it needs to be pushed in. Microphone Concepts Audio Mixer Console Microphone

18. This is the Mixer Fader Knob , it adjusts the level of your voice. Microphone Concepts Audio Mixer Console Switch Microphone

19. This is the VU Meter , it holds the Pointer and measures voice volume. Microphone Concepts Audio Mixer Console Switch Fader Mixer Knob Microphone

20. Microphone Concepts Audio Mixer Console Switch Microphone Fader Mixer Knob VU Meter This is the Pointer , an indicator of the volume of your voice.

21. These are the Speakers , to hear output. Microphone Concepts Audio Mixer Console Switch Microphone Fader Mixer Knob VU Meter Pointer

22. Speakers Microphone Concepts Review Audio Mixer Console Switch Microphone Fader Mixer Knob VU Meter Pointer Concepts Review

24. The correct answer is: A G C B H F E A Microphone G Speakers C Switch B Mixer Fader Knob H Audio Mixer console F VU Meter E Pointer Microphone Concepts Practice If you had 5 or more correct proceed. If not, review section again. Evaluation Congratulations! This Module B, Lesson 1 is completed

25. Module B, Lesson 2 Microphone Process Demonstration

26. 1 First , the signal flow path begins by turning on this switch. Microphone Process

27. 1 Second , the voice enters the microphone 2 Microphone Process

28. 3 3 3 Third , the voice travels into the Audio Mixer console. 2 1 Microphone Process

29. 3 3 3 Fourth , voice volume is adjusted by Mixer Fader Knob, to stay within 80-100% UV. 2 1 5 5 4 4 Microphone Process

30. 3 3 3 Fifth , the voice volume is measured by the VU Meter’s Pointer. 2 1 5 Microphone Process

31. 3 3 3 Sixth , signal leaves Audio Mixer console to speakers, as output. 2 1 5 6 4 4 Microphone Process

32. 3 3 3 2 1 5 6 4 4 Microphone Process Review Process Review

34. Incorrect Do not tap on the microphone. Try again. (Click on back arrow) Microphone Process Practice

35. Incorrect The radio would make it harder to hear the sound of your voice in the microphone. Try again. (Click on back arrow) Microphone Process Practice

36. Incorrect Asking for assistance is always an option when you are stuck but there is a better answer. Try again. (Click on the back arrow) Microphone Process Practice

37. C is the correct answer! You must push the switch down, then speak into the microphone. (Click on the forward button) Microphone Process Practice

39. Incorrect Do not tap on the microphone. Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

40. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

41. Incorrect Asking for assistance is always an option when you are stuck but there is a better answer. Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

42. Microphone Process Practice Answer Two C is the correct answer! Adjust the Mixer Fader Knob counter clockwise. (Click the forward button)

44. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

45. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

46. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

47. Microphone Process Practice Answer Three B is the correct answer! (Click the forward button)

48. If you received a self-assessed 75% score, proceed or review section. Microphone Process Practice Evaluation Congratulations! This Module B, Lesson 2 is complete

49. Module B, Lesson 3 Microphone Procedure Demonstration How to use a Microphone

50. Step One : Push down Switch. Microphone Procedure

51. Microphone Procedure Step Two : Speak into Microphone with a comfortable voice volume.

52. Microphone Procedure Step Three : Find your VU Meter/ Pointer average level, by initial Mixer Fader Knob moving. Use level for step four.

53. Microphone Procedure If Average Level is: Action Step Four : Adjust Mixer Fader Knob, IF: Between 80-100: No adjustment Above 80-100: Turn counterclockwise Below 80-100: Turn clockwise Decision Table

54. Microphone Procedure Step Five : Listen to Speaker output to ensure sound quality.

55. Microphone Procedure Review Procedure Review Step One : Push down Switch. Step Two : Speak into Microphone at a comfortable voice volume. Step Three : Find your VU Meter/ Pointer average level, by initial Mixer Fader Knob moving. Use level for step 4 Step Four : Adjust Mixer Fader Knob, If Average Level is: Action Between 80-100: No adjustment Above 80-100: Turn counterclockwise Below 80-100: Turn clockwise Step Five : Listen to Speaker output to ensure sound quality.

56. Microphone Procedure Quiz Extra Slide In the correct order, click on the areas where the steps are to use the Microphone.

57. Microphone Procedure Quiz Extra Slide Click on area of the First step

58. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

59. Correct! (Click on the forward arrow)

60. Microphone Procedure Quiz Extra Slide Click on area of the Second step

61. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

62. Correct! (Click on the forward arrow)

63. Microphone Procedure Quiz Extra Slide Click on area of the Third step

64. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

65. Correct! (Click on the forward arrow)

66. Microphone Procedure Quiz Extra Slide Click on area of the Fourth step

67. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

68. Correct! (Click on the forward arrow)

69. Microphone Procedure Quiz Extra Slide Click on area of the Fifth step

70. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

71. Correct! (Click on the forward arrow) Click here for Quiz Results

72. The answer is clicking in the following order: The Switch button The Microphone The UV Meter / Pointer The Mixer Fader Knob The Speakers (Click forward arrow for user feedback) Microphone Procedure Quiz Results Evaluation Congratulations! Quiz complete.

74. Reusable Objects (Below)

75. Microphone Extra Slide

76. Microphone Process Practice Answer Two C is the correct answer! Adjust the Mixer Fader Knob counter clockwise. (Click the forward button)

77. Incorrect Try again. (Click on the back arrow)

78. Correct! (Click on the back arrow)

79. If you received a self assessed 75% score, proceed or review section. Microphone Process Practice Congratulations! This section is completed Evaluation