Creative Sound Blaster Katana V2 - Gaming Soundbar Manual

OVERVIEW

1. 
   
   1. Power / Bluetooth^® Button
   2. Volume - Button
   3. Volume + Button
   4. Source Button
   5. Mode Button
   6. Super X-Fi Button
   7. LED Indicators
2. 
   
   8. HDMI ARC Port
   9. SXFI-out Port
   10. USB-C Port
   11. 3.5 mm AUX-in Port
   12. Optical-in Port
   13. Output to Subwoofer
   14. DC Power Port
3. Headset Port
4. Microphones
5. LED Display
6. Subwoofer

Button / Action		Function
	x1	Power On / Power Off
	2s	Enter Bluetooth Pairing Mode
	x1 (While in Bluetooth Pairing Mode)	Exit Bluetooth Pairing Mode
	x1	Decrease Volume
	x1	Increase Volume
	x1
	x1
	x1

LED Indicator			Status
		Solid White	Power On
		Solid Red	Power Off
		Solid Yellow	Network Standby
		Solid Blue	Bluetooth Connected
		Blinking Blue	Bluetooth Pairing Mode
		Blinking White	Waiting for BLE Connection
		Solid Orange	Super X-Fi Off
		Solid Green	Super X-Fi On
		Solid Dark Blue	SXFI BATTLE Mode On
		Blinking Red	Loading Super X-Fi Profile
		LED Off	Super X-Fi is unavailable (Speaker mode)

LED Display	Source / Function
	HDMI ARC Mode
	USB Audio Mode
	Optical-in
	AUX-in
	Bluetooth Pairing mode
	Bluetooth Mode

IR REMOTE CONTROL

AAA batteries not included

1. Power Button
   Press once to turn on the soundbar.
   Press once again to turn it off.
2. Info Button
   Press once to display Audio Format (Dolby encoded / PCM), Volume, Sound Mode, and Source information.
3. Play / Pause Button
   Press once to play / pause audio playback.
4. Previous Track Button
   Press once to return to previous track.
5. Next Track Button
   Press once to skip to next track.
6. RGB Lighting Button
   Press to cycle through RGB Lighting presets on Sound Blaster Katana V2 (customizable via the Creative app).
7. Sub - / Sub + Buttons
   Press to decrease / increase subwoofer's volume
8. Speaker Button
   Press once to switch to speaker output.
9. TV Source Button
   Press once to switch to TV input.
10. USB Source Button
    Press once to switch to USB input.
11. Optical Source Button
    Press once to switch to Optical input.
12. Mute Button
    Press once to mute the soundbar.
    Press once again to unmute.
13. Mode Button
    Press to cycle through sound modes on Sound Blaster Katana V2 (customizable via the Creative app).
14. Display Button
    Press to cycle through LED display brightness. (Bright / Dark / Off)
15. Volume + Button
    Press once to increase volume.
    Press and hold to continuously increase the volume.
16. Volume – Button
    Press once to decrease volume.
    Press and hold to continuously decrease the volume.
17. LED Brightness - / + Buttons
    Press to decrease / increase LED brightness
18. Headphones Button
    Press once to switch to headphones / headset output.
19. Super X-Fi Button
    Press once cycle through Super X-Fi modes. (Super X-Fi On / SXFI BATTLE Mode / Super X-Fi Off)
20. AUX Source Button
    Press once to switch to AUX input.
21. Bluetooth Button
    Press once to switch to Bluetooth input.
    Press and hold to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
22. Previous Source Button
    Press once to switch to last used input source.
23. C1-C6 Customizable Buttons
    Buttons are customizable through the Creative app.

CONNECTIVITY

1. PS5™
2. Xbox Series X / S
3. TV
4. Super X-Fi Headphones
5. PC / Mac
6. Wall socket
7. Subwoofer
8. Xbox One series
9. PS4™
10. Mobile Devices

1. HDMI cable
   1. TV Audio Output: ARC
   2. Digital Audio Format: Dolby encoded / PCM
2. Super X-Fi USB dongle
3. USB-C to USB-A cable
4. Optical cable
   1. TV Audio Output: Optical
   2. Digital Audio Format: Dolby encoded / PCM
5. 3.5 mm AUX cable

WALL MOUNTING (OPTIONAL)

1. Keyhole

Metal Hanger

Pan Head M3.5 x 15 mm Machine Screw

Recommended Plastic Anchor*

Double-headed Bear Claw Hanger*

* Not included

To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the wall in accordance with the installation instructions

1. Determine the mounting position of the soundbar. Ensure that it is properly centered relative to the TV and leveled horizontally.
2. Note and mark out your desired location for the wall mount bracket. Ensure that they do not intersect with buried pipes, conduits, or cabling within the wall.
3. Ensure to mount the plastic anchors into the wall before screwing in the Double-headed Bear Claw Hangers. Tap the the plastic anchors into the wall using a hammer until it is flushed against it.
4. Place the soundbar on the wall mount bracket, then tighten the screws as illustrated to secure it.
5. With the soundbar in position, screw the Double-headed Bear Claw Hangers through the wall mount bracket's keyholes and into the plastic anchors. The flange of the hangers should be flushed against the plastic anchors.

SUPER X-FI PERSONALIZATION

Unleash the performance of Super X-Fi with SXFI App. The app allows you to personalize your Super X-Fi profile through an advanced Head & Ear-Mapping process for a complete Super X-Fi experience.

Download SXFI App from:

iOS App Store

Google Play Store

CREATIVE APP

Available on Windows, Mac, as well as Android and iOS devices, set up your product, personalize audio settings, enhance your product's performance, and more with the Creative app:

• Personalize your audio experience with Super X-Fi, Scout Mode, Dolby Digital Decoder, and Audio Mixer
• Enjoy Acoustic Engine features such as Surround, Crystalizer, Bass, Smart Volume, and Dialog+
• Customize RGB Lighting, graphic EQs, and custom buttons
• Perform software, product registration, and more
• Download the Creative app from creative.com/support/katanav2

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power Adapter Model: GM95-240300-D

Input: 100–240V , 50 / 60 Hz 2.5A

Output: 24V 3.0A

Soundbar's Power Output: 66W RMS (Tweeter 13W RMS x 2 / Midbass 20W RMS x 2)

Subwoofer's Power Output: 60W RMS

Frequency Response: 50–20,000 Hz

Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 5.0

Operating Frequency: 2402–2480 MHz

Operating Range: Up to 10m / 33 ft, measured in open space. Walls and structures may affect range of device

Maximum RF Output Power: 4 dBm

Supported Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP (Wireless Stereo Bluetooth), AVRCP (Bluetooth Remote Control)

Supported Codec: SBC

Soundbar Input Rating: 24V 3.0A

Maximum Temperature Range: 40ºC

Note: Compliance marking are located at the bottom of this product.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please visit creative.com/compliance/katanav2 for the user guide, safety and regulatory information, and ErP information where applicable.

Please visit creative.com/support/katanav2 for all other support related to your product.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Registering your product ensures you receive the most appropriate service and product support available. You can register your product at www.creative.com/register. Please note that your warranty rights are not dependent on registration.

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