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Using the Software 15

Enhancing the Audio - SBX Pro Studio

SBX Pro Studio enhances the audio output of your product using software optimizations. To configure
SBX Pro Studio, click the "

SBX Pro Studio

" menu option on the left.

1. Click the checkbox next to one or more of the available enhancements to enable it.
2. Adjust the level of enhancements to be applied individually.

3. Click

to play the demo video to test your configurations.

4. Readjust if necessary.

SBX Pro Studio includes a number of enhancements for movies and gaming, elevating your movie and
gaming experience to the next level. These include:

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SBX Crystalizer

- restores the natural dynamic range that is lost when music files (iTunes and

MP3) gets compressed. This makes the music sound as good as the artist originally intended,
and adds an enhanced level of realism for movies and games.

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SBX Surround

- provides immersion control to enhance the natural sense of audio depth and

spaciousness by creating virtual surround sound channels. Stereo content or multi-channel
content will sound as if its coming from all sides while voices remain centered in front and
original balance and timbre is preserved.

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SBX Bass

- fills in the missing low frequency tones and gives the extra impact for a better enter-

tainment experience. Consumers no longer have to tolerate a lack of bass in speakers as the
SBX Bass technology dramatically improves the sound experience even in the absence of a
subwoofer. 

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SBX Dialog Plus

- enhances the voices in movies for clearer dialog, allowing the listener to

hear the dialog over the rest of the soundtrack and over ambient noise in the listening envi-
ronment.

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SBX Smart Volume

- addresses the problem of abrupt volume level changes during playback

and between songs by continuously measuring volume automatically, applying gain and atten-
uation intelligently to compensate for any changes.

Summary of Contents for SOUND BLASTER TACTIC3D OMEGA WIRELESS

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Page 2: ...tudio for incredible realism and 3D System Requirements Minimum Requirements l Intel Pentium IV 1 6GHz or equivalent AMD Mac processor l 512 RAM for Windows Vista l USB1 1 or USB2 0 port l Microsoft Windows 8 32 bit or 64 bit Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit Windows Vista 32 bit or 64 bit with Service Pack 1 or higher Windows XP 32 bit or 64 bit with Service Pack 2 or higher Mac OS X 10 5 8 or higher Re...

Page 3: ...your operating system language and which Creative products are connected to your system When this analysis is completed you will then be given a list of only the most relevant software updates for your connected products The files can then be retrieved and installed To learn more about the Creative Software AutoUpdate please visit www soundblaster com support Notes First time users of Creative Sof...

Page 4: ...Rage Wireless Gaming Headset 2 1 1 Adjustable headband 2 Detachable noise canceling microphone 1 2 5 3 4 1 Microphone Mute LED 2 Microphone jack 3 Volume Control Wheel 4 Power LED button 5 Micro USB port for charging USB Wireless Transmitter 1 2 1 Connect button 2 Connect LED ...

Page 5: ...ia the charging cable to a computer The headset will charge while it is in use However please note that your headset will not be fully charged if you skip the initial charging process detailed below Note You are recommended to charge your headset for at least 8 hours before it is used for the first time Connect your headset to your computer using the Micro USB to USB cable and keep it turned off d...

Page 6: ...urn on the headset Your headset is automatically paired to your wireless transmitter out of the box This gives you the convenience and freedom to move around a distance of 30 feet 10 meters away from the transmitter Note No manual pairing is required by default If you need to manually pair the headset such as when you use a new wireless transmitter or in the event of a wireless error please refer ...

Page 7: ... for the Windows operating system for your product 2 Download this package into your local hard disk 3 Locate and launch the software package 4 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation 5 When prompted restart your computer 6 Launch the application by clicking Start Programs or All Programs Creative Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Control Panel For Mac 1 Using ...

Page 8: ...oid impairing your hearing Using Your Headset While Charging You can continue to use your headset while it charges Connect both the wireless transmitter and the Micro USB to USB cable to different USB ports on your computer The Power LED will blink slowly while charging and stabilize when fully charged You can also check the status of the battery via the battery indicator at the bottom right of th...

Page 9: ...r The procedure for manual pairing is as follows Step 1 Activate pairing mode on the headset Press and hold the Microphone Mute button on the headset for 3 seconds The connect LED will begin to flash rapidly Step 2 Activate pairing mode on the transmitter Press and hold the Connect button on the USB wireless transmitter for 3 seconds The Connect LED on the transmitter will begin to flash rapidly S...

Page 10: ...e s launcher and select Properties 3 Select the Compatibility tab and select the Compatibility Mode checkbox 4 Click the Compatibility Mode drop down arrow and select Windows XP Service Pack 2 then click OK Enable the game in Creative ALchemy 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs Creative ALchemy Creative ALchemy The game should be detected automatically and appear in the left column 2 Select the...

Page 11: ...ease consult its respective Online Help Installation and Uninstallation Windows For Windows OS the following applications are included in the software bundle l Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Control Panel l Creative Software AutoUpdate l Online Product Registration l Creative ALchemy l Host OpenAL l Creative Driver Installing Notes Please ensure that your product is connected to the computer running the ...

Page 12: ...figurations that can be made to heighten your product s performance Click each of the menu bars to expand the configurations available Uninstalling In the event that an uninstallation is required such as for upgrades please follow the following procedure 1 Click Start Control Panel Uninstall a program 2 Select the Sound Blaster Tactic 3D entry 3 Click the Uninstall button If the User Account Contr...

Page 13: ...ompressed DMG file 5 Double click the Install icon and follow the subsequent on screen instructions to complete the installation 6 Launch the Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Control Panel from the Applications Creative Sound Blaster Tactic 3D folder This software includes a number of configurations that help you control the basic functions of your product plus several software enhancement configurations t...

Page 14: ...n and Adventure l Driving Simulation l Real Time Strategy To activate a profile 1 Click the main Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Control Panel bar to view the main screen of the software 2 Click the down arrow and select your desired profile from the list To modify and save changes to the active profile 1 Navigate through the various other menu options of the Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Control Panel and modi...

Page 15: ...rom the list Adjusting Your Volume Settings Drag the headset or microphone volume marker to adjust the volume level You can mute unmute the headset and or microphone by clicking their respective icons Configuring your general settings You can change the language settings or restore settings to their default values Click from the top right corner of the interface and select the option from the list...

Page 16: ...nd games l SBX Surround provides immersion control to enhance the natural sense of audio depth and spaciousness by creating virtual surround sound channels Stereo content or multi channel content will sound as if its coming from all sides while voices remain centered in front and original balance and timbre is preserved l SBX Bass fills in the missing low frequency tones and gives the extra impact...

Page 17: ... preset from the drop down menu and click Test Speak into your microphone to listen to your voice with the selected VoiceFX preset applied 3 Use the sliders below to adjust the VoiceFX settings as desired Test and readjust as necessary 4 Click Save to save the adjusted settings into a new preset or click Delete to delete the active preset Note The default list of VoiceFX presets cannot be deleted ...

Page 18: ...resets To view the Equalizer Settings interface select Equalizer from the menu To apply and adjust an equalizer preset 1 Check the EQ checkbox to enable the use of the equalizer 2 From the drop down menu select the preset to use 3 Adjust the vertical slider bars to achieve your desired level 4 Click Save to save the changes to the active preset or to a new preset You can also delete any user creat...

Page 19: ... can select your desired color through the Sound Blaster Tactic 3D Control Panel Select SB Prism from the menu to view the interface 1 Click the Select RGB Color option and use the color picker below to select a LED color for your headset 2 From the drop down menu select the idle time before the LED is switched to standby mode 3 Adjust the Intensity and Pulsation settings for the LED using the two...

Page 20: ...logy l USB wireless transmitter for pairing with headset l Micro USB port for charging Radio Frequency l Operating RF range 2405 2477 MHz l Operating RF distance up to 30ft 10m in room usage l Number of RF channels 37 l RF transmitter power output 0dBm typical SBX Pro Studio Technology l SBX Crystalizer l SBX Surround l SBX Bass l SBX Dialog Plus l SBX Smart Volume ...

Page 21: ...a soft beeping sound emits from the headset Headset has low power Please charge your headset Off Headset is off If headset is connected to the charging cable this status also indicates that charging is complete Connect LED Flashing Rapidly Pairing mode is activated The headset is searching for a compatible wireless transmitter to be paired to Stable Headset is paired to a corresponding wireless tr...

Page 22: ...at use DirectSound3D or OpenAL sound engines certain audio features will be disabled automatically This is to avoid distorting the environmental audio cues present in the game These features will be re enabled automatically when you exit the game Electronic interferences is occurring with other wireless devices Do the following l Set your wireless LAN router s channel to Auto 1 or 11 To do this re...

Page 23: ...ratus combination to avoid injury from tip over l Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time l Do not dismantle or attempt to repair your product l Refer all servicing to authorized and qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects hav...

Page 24: ...remove the embedded battery The product must be disposed of according to local environmental regulations To replace the battery return your product to your regional support office For product service information go to www creative com l Do not expose to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like l CAUTION Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by incorrect types CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION I...

Page 25: ...ent Evitez d utiliser le casque ou les écouteurs à volume élevé Les médecins spécialistes de l audition déconseillent une écoute continue à volume trop élevé Si vous percevez un sifflement dans les oreilles réduisez le volume ou cessez l écoute Maintenez un volume d écoute modéré Vous pourrez ainsi entendre les sons extérieurs et être attentif aux gens qui vous entourent Votre produit Creative acc...

Page 26: ...for help This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subjected to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CAUTION To comply with the limits of the Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules this device must be i...

Page 27: ...tes les interférences reques Y compris celles pouvant provoquer un fonctionnement indésireable CANADIAN CLASS B STATEMENT This digital device does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference causing equipment statement entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of the Department of Communications Cet appareil numerique respecte les limites...

Page 28: ... to other devices or undesired effects to the product MODIFICATION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Creative Technology Limited or one of its affiliated companies could void the user s warranty and guarantee rights WEEE DIRECTIVE 2002 96 EC The use of the WEEE Symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste By ensuring this product is disposed of corr...

Page 29: ...ту Міністрів України від 3 грудня 2008 1057 Notice for Australia New Zealand Complies with the requirements of the ACMA Radiocommunications Electromagnetic Compatibility Standard 2008 Notice for Korea B급 기 기 가 정 용 방 송 통 신 기 자 재 이 기 기 는 가 정 용 B급 전 자 파 적 합 기 기 로 서 주 로 가 정 에 서 사 용 하 는 것 을 목 적 으 로 하 며 모 든 지 역 에 서 사 용 할 수 있 습 니 다 Turkey RoHS Statement EEE Yönetmeligine Uygundur Notice for Singapore Com...

Page 30: ...ts of the battery by covering them with isolation materials such as scotch tape l Refer to the homepage of JBRC for information on recycling and recovery of rechargeable batteries and supporting shops http www jbrc com Vietnam RoHS Statement This product is in compliance with Circular 30 2011 TTBCT of the Ministry of Trade of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Circular it does not contain the follo...

Page 31: ...nd SBX Pro Studio and Creative ALchemy are trademarks or registered trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd in the United States and or other countries Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Mac OS is a registered trademark of Apple Inc All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners All specifications are subject to change without prior notice Us...

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