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    trouble using INRAD 629 or W-1 mics with MacMini M2 Pro and SmartSDR for Mac

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    Anyone solved the problem of using either the INRAD desktop mic 629 (dynamic element) or W-1 headset mic (dynamic element) with SmartSDR for Mac. I have a M2 MacMini Pro. Airpod Pros work since I can get them recognized as an input source for mics on the MacMini. However, I have been unable to get the MAC to recognize the INRAD mics as an input source. Any assistance would be much appreciated.
    thanks Ed N40C

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    • Member, Super Elmer Moderator

      I have a MAC Mini M1 and have a Belkin laptop dock plugged in the USB-C. Needed it for the second HDMI monitor. The Belkin has a TRRS 3.5 mm jack for audio, also known as a CTIA jack. I bought a Y cable at Micro Center that has a TRRS male on one end and a headphone and mic female jack on other ends. I plug my TX audio source into the MIC jack of the Y cable.

      In the gear on top bar in SmartSDR for MAC I select the USB audio device as the input (that is how the Belkin appears.

      Note - If you use a PTT wired to the radio it will expect the see a mic connected to the radio.

      73 Dave wo2x

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      Dave-- thanks for the quick response. Much appreciated. I'll proceed!


      73 Ed N4OC

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      Dave-- what model Belkin dock are you using or recommend!

      thanks Ed

    • Member, Super Elmer Moderator

      Belkin part number INC004BTSGY

      it is the 11 in 1 USB-C dock

      73 Dave wo2x

    • Member ✭✭

      thanks Dave.. Looks like a good one.

      I'll check it out. By the way, what mic are you using?

      73 Ed N4OC

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