How to get updates for macOS Mojave
Griffin Technology's iMic is an external sound card that connects to your computer via a USB port. It has a variety of uses including recording voices and instruments as well as converting cassettes and records to digital files. Griffin claims that the audio is CD quality, and it is compatible with both PCs and Macs.
If you have upgraded to macOS Mojave, follow these steps to keep it up to date:
- Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu , then click Software Update to check for updates.
- If any updates are available, click the Update Now button to install them. Or click ”More info” to see details about each update and select specific updates to install.
- When Software Update says that your Mac is up to date, macOS and all of its apps are also up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, Books, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime.
To find updates for iMovie, Garageband, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and other apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, open the App Store on your Mac, then click the Updates tab.
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To automatically install macOS updates in the future, including apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, select ”Automatically keep my Mac up to date.” Your Mac will notify you when updates require it to restart, so you can always choose to install those later.
How to get updates for earlier macOS versions
If you're using an earlier macOS, such as macOS High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, or earlier,* follow these steps to keep it up to date:
- Open the App Store app on your Mac.
- Click Updates in the App Store toolbar.
- Use the Update buttons to download and install any updates listed.
- When the App Store shows no more updates, your version of macOS and all of its apps are up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, iBooks, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime. Later versions may be available by upgrading your macOS.
To automatically download updates in the future, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, click App Store, then select ”Download newly available updates in the background.” Your Mac will notify you when updates are ready to install.
* If you're using OS X Lion or Snow Leopard, get OS X updates by choosing Software Update from the Apple menu. Mac mini user guide pdf.
How to get updates for iOS
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Learn how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest version of iOS.
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- You can redownload apps that you previously downloaded from the App Store.
- Learn how to upgrade to the latest version of macOS.
- Find out which macOS you're using.
- Your Mac doesn't automatically download large updates when it's using a Personal Hotspot.
Griffin Technology's iMic is an external sound card that connects to your computer via a USB port. It has a variety of uses including recording voices and instruments as well as converting cassettes and records to digital files. Griffin claims that the audio is CD quality, and it is compatible with both PCs and Macs. The biggest downside to this handy little peripheral is that it comes with a rather sparse user's guide.
Inputting Audio
If you want to use the iMic to input sound, plug a microphone or line level device into the IN jack. If you are connecting a microphone, slide the level switch toward the jacks into the 'MIC' position. If you are connecting a CD player, tape deck, or other line level device, move the level switch away from the audio jacks into the 'LINE' position. For Windows users, go to the 'Start' menu and open the Control Panel. Select 'Sounds and Audio Devices,' and under the 'Audio' tab select the iMic for sound recording. For Mac users, go to System Preferences and select 'Sound.' Under the 'Input' tab, choose 'iMic USB Audio.' In order to record the sound input though the iMic, you will need audio software. The manufacturer of iMic, Griffin Technology, recommends Final Vinyl for Macs and Audacity for PCs. These are both free applications; see the 'Resources' section.
Outputting Audio
Plug your speakers or headphones into the iMic's OUT jack. Note that the iMic cannot power speakers, so if you are connecting speakers, ensure that they have their own power source. If you are using a PC, go to the 'Start' menu, and open the Control Panel. Select 'Sounds and Audio Devices.' Click the 'Audio' tab, and select iMic for 'Sound Playback.' For Mac users, go to System Preferences and click 'Sound.' Under the 'Output' tab, choose 'iMic USB Audio.'
Troubleshooting
If you are trying to connect powered speakers to your iMic, use the 1/8' (3.5 mm) to stereo RCA adapter cable that came with the iMic. If you cannot hear your microphone or line level device, go to 'Preferences' in your recording software and enable 'Playthrough.' This preference may also be called Passthrough, Cue, Monitor, Preview, or something similar. If you cannot find this feature, consult your software's 'Help' menu.
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