AR1
Key Chain Recorder
AR1 | Quick start guide
Opearting questions
Record - Connecting AR1 (IOS device)
See this FAQ for more details.
Record - Noise in the recording
See this FAQ for more details.
Record - backing/instrument sound is too loud
See this FAQ for more details.
Record - Only mic sound is captured
Most of the time if only background or environment sound is captured and did not capture the mic sound it is because the AR1 wasn’t connected. Please check if the AR1 indicator light is on purple (If it is on purple, it means AR1 is recognized by the iPhone). If not:
1. Please quit the camera app and remove the AR1 recorder
2. Reconnect the AR1 and check if the light turns purple
Monitor – Can’t hear the mic / background music
Please follow the below steps to examinate
Use the microphone to capture a sound source and check if it can be heard on the headphone
If the sound is at a very low level, please check volume knob and try to turn the volume to a higher level and see if it works
If the mic is working properly, please try another 3.5mm audio cable and check if the issue is with the cable
If the above two steps don’t work, please contact service@cloudvocal.com for more assistance
Monitor – hearing noise and adjust
If you heard the noise floor when you turn the volume up while using the AR1.
It is because the noise floor was lifted when you turn up the volume, this will not affect your recording or playing on the amp/speaker. Suggest solution is to turn down the headphone volume.
If the noise still appears after turning down the volume, please contact service@cloudvocal.com for more assistance.
AR1 connected, app unexpectedly quit
< IOS device >
When AR1 is connected but cannot perform the recording function, and the camera app will automatically quit after few seconds. It may be the app issue. Please follow the step below to resolve
Step 1: Turn off and remove the AR1 and also remove the related cables
Step 2: Restart your mobile iPhone
Step 3: Turn on the AR1 – plug the cables – connect to iPhone (screen remain locked)
Step 4: Turn on the camera app – switch to recording function, check if the AR1 light turns to purple
Note: please do not remove AR1 in the middle of recording. iPhone will obfuscate the sound source and caused the result of hiss sound or not able to record.
How to connect the AR1 Recorder to ISOLO and amp/speaker?
See this FAQ for more details.
Mobile device compatibility
Android device | How to connect to AR1
See this FAQ for more details.
Compatibility with iPad
AR1 was launched back in 2021. During the period Cloudvocal did check the compatibility with iPad / Mac by using the provided "micro USB - Type C cable".
However, due to the software update. The compatibility with Type C USB was also impacted. Hence, there will be compatibility issue with the "micro USB - Type C cable" when connecting to iPad / Mac. The suggested solution will be as follow:
Use a USB HUB with the Type A USB.
FAQ
How to purchase
Online: https://us.cloudvocal.com/products/ar1-recorder
Dealers / Distributors: https://us.cloudvocal.com/pages/store-new
Charging necessary for AR1?
Yes, AR1 needs to be charged before using. 2 hours charging can last to 5 hours usage. <more information>
How do I know the remaining power of the AR1 recorder?
Blue: power > 80%
Green: power 80% - 30%
Red: power < 30%
Can I use Bluetooth headphone/monitor?
No, Cloudvocal will not recommend another wireless device (including Bluetooth headphone/monitor) to be used along with ISOLO device.
Can I use ANY wire headphone/monitor?
No, because not every headphone/monitor has the isolating function. Which during the recording process it may cause the issue of sound bleed. However, a qualify isolating headphone/monitor will work. Cloudvocal also offers our own: < EC – 5 Noise Isolating Earphones >
Compatibility of AR1
For Android users please kindly check if the OTG function can be activated on your device. And the app you intend to use has the function of selecting external sound source.
For IOS users there should be no compatibility issue.
For IPAD OS, due to the software difference. The connectivity may be not stable, we will suggest to use an external adaptor to increase the connectivity.
Can I use AR1 with third party devices?
Please note that the signal impedance of AR1 was designed for ISOLO system. Therefore, we would suggest connect to ISOLO device for the best user experience. Theoretically AR1 can be plugged to any 6.3mm device. However, any hiss or unexpected sound is not cover under Cloudvocal’s service range.
Undulate sound when backing play through AR1 to speaker and monitor. But it is fine when playing through Laptop/PC
When the backing Is in stereo format and play through ISOLO. ISOLO will automatically output it as MONO source and some of the signal will be canceled and added together. Suggestion:
Directly plug the ISOLO + AR1 to the speaker/amp, do not connect to another mixer to avoid the signal add and cancel
Try another backing soundtrack