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  • Page 1 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: System Requirements

    Congratulations! Prepare to experience the power of Sound Core3D™ hardware accelerated gaming audio. A new era in gaming audio is here as amazing audio processing power previously available only in internal PC audio card solutions is now transformed into a stylish and powerful wireless ®...

  • Page 3: About Your Audio Device

    About Your Audio Device Sound Blaster Recon Omega Wireless Adjustable headband Volume Control Reset button buttons Microphone Power LED Mute LED button button Micro-USB port Microphone jack for charging Voice input jack for Xbox 360 Noise-canceling Micro-USB microphone port for power Status LED Volume Control buttons...

  • Page 4: Setting Up Your Audio Device

    Setting Up Your Audio Device Step 1: Insert the wireless card into the audio device NOTE • Insert the wireless card before powering up the audio device. Do not insert or remove the wireless card while the audio device is on. •...
  • Page 5 Step 2: Charge your headset When using your headset for the first time, you should charge the headset for at least 5 hours. Connect your headset to the computer or console and turn off the headset while charging. The Power LED flashes red when charging, and lights up red when fully charged.
  • Page 6 For PC/Mac Your audio device can be used without installing any software. However to enjoy the full features of your audio device such as THX TruStudio Pro and CrystalVoice enhancements, we recommend you to install the drivers and applications for it by following the steps below. xbox pc NOTE •...
  • Page 7 Double-click the <Install> icon. To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the screen. You can launch the Sound Blaster Recon3D Control Panel from the Applications\Creative\Sound Blaster Recon3D folder. Step 4: Set the default audio device (For Mac OS only) Go to System Preferences, then click Sound.

  • Page 8: For Xbox 360

    For Xbox 360 xbox pc NOTE Slide the Mode switch on the audio device to Xbox. From the main menu, navigate to System Settings Console Settings Audio Digital Output, then select Dolby Digital 5.1. Press the Xbox Guide button on your controller. From the menu, navigate to Settings Preferences Voice...
  • Page 9 For Playstation 3 xbox pc NOTE • Slide the Mode switch on the audio device to PS3. • If you are using the audio extension cable, slide the Mode switch on it to PS3. From the main menu, navigate to Settings Sound Settings Audio Output Settings, then select Optical.

  • Page 10: Using The Headset

    Using the Headset Turn on/off the headset Press and hold the headset’s Power button for three seconds to turn it on/off. The Power LED lights up blue when the headset is turned on. Put on the headset Adjust the headband so that the headset rests lightly on your head. Do not tighten excessively.
  • Page 11 Low power notification When your headset is running low on power, the Power LED will turn red and the headset will emit a beeping sound. Using your headset while charging You can continue to use your headset even while it charges. The Power LED flashes blue while charging and lights up blue when fully charged.

  • Page 12: Your Audio Device Features

    Your Audio Device Features Turn on/off THX TruStudio Pro Press to turn THX TruStudio Pro effects on or off. SCOUT MUTE MODE NOTE Scout Mode will be turned off while THX TruStudio Pro is on. Turn on/off Scout Mode Press to turn Scout Mode on or off. SCOUT SCOUT MUTE...

  • Page 13: Using The Wireless Features

    Using the Wireless Features The wireless capability gives you the convenience and freedom to move around up to a distance of 30 feet (10 meters) away from the transmitter. Your headset and wireless transmitter are paired together and are ready to use.
  • Page 14 Step 3: Successful pairing The Connect LED on the audio device and headset will stop flashing and light up blue when paired. CONNECT CONNECT...

  • Page 15: Control Panel

    Sound Blaster Recon Control Panel Managing your Profiles Click the button to display the Profiles pane. Activate a profile by clicking selecting it from the list. Click to save all settings to the current profile or create a new profile. Click to delete the active profile.
  • Page 16 Adjusting your master volume settings Drag the master volume slider to adjust the volume level. You can mute/unmute the volume by clicking the speaker icon. Configuring your software settings Click each feature to access its settings page. More information on each feature can be found in their respective sections in this manual.
  • Page 17 THX TruStudio Pro Settings 1 THX TruStudio Pro enhancements Select to enable or disable each enhancement. 2 Enhancement Level sliders Adjust the amount of enhancement to apply. 3 Audio Test controls Play/Pause or Stop the demo video. Enhancing your listening experience You can adjust the amount to apply for each enhancement by dragging its slider left to decrease or right to increase.

  • Page 18: Crystalvoice Settings

    CrystalVoice Settings 1 CrystalVoice enhancements Select to enable or disable each enhancement. Having fun with CrystalVoice FX Select a voice preset to use, then click and speak into your microphone to hear how your voice sounds with the preset applied.

  • Page 19: Speakers/Headphones Settings

    Speakers/Headphones Settings 1 Device selection Select the number of speakers or headphones that you are using. Testing your audio playback Select the appropriate configuration based on your setup, then click to hear a sample audio clip being played back through your setup.

  • Page 20: Cinematic Settings

    Cinematic Settings 1 Decoder controls Set the options for the Dolby Digital decoder. Configuring your digital audio connection Dynamic Range Control adjusts the volume level of the soundtrack automatically during soft or loud sections to enable you to hear all the sounds clearly.

  • Page 21: Mixer Settings

    Mixer Settings 1 Volume sliders Adjust the playback and recording volume for your various inputs and outputs. Adjusting your Mixer settings Slide the volume level sliders right to increase and left to decrease. Click icon to mute/unmute the input/ouput. You can click the icon to adjust the settings for your input/output.

  • Page 22: Equalizer Settings

    Equalizer Settings 1 EQ presets Select an equalizer preset to apply to your audio. 2 EQ sliders Adjust the equalizer settings. Customizing your EQ settings Select the EQ checkbox to enable this feature, then click the EQ drop- down arrow and select a preset from the list. Selecting a preset will move the EQ sliders to the appropriate values.

  • Page 23: Advanced Features Settings

    Advanced Features Settings 1 Save/Load THX TruStudio Pro settings Save your current settings to your audio device or load your audio device’s current settings. Saving/Loading THX TruStudio Pro settings You can get the same audio enhancements used with your PC/Mac on your console or vice versa.

  • Page 24: Using Your Audio Device

    Using Your Audio Device Playing Games Your audio device is equipped with cutting edge audio technologies and software to enhance the audio in your games. THX TruStudio Pro will elevate your gaming experience to the next level, allowing you to hear sound details in games you have never heard before! THX TruStudio Pro Surround provides immersion control of sounds not just around you, but also above and below for a full 3D audio experience.
  • Page 25 CrystalVoice FX enables the speaker’s voice to be altered with a variety of effects, which can be used to enhance the tone of the speaker’s voice, create interesting accents or to sound like a completely different person. CrystalVoice Smart Volume automatically adjusts the loudness of the speaker’s voice to maintain a consistent volume level.
  • Page 26 • Navigate to the folder where you have installed the game. • Right-click on the game’s launcher and select Run as administrator. • Exit the application and launch Creative ALchemy again. The game should now appear in the left column.

  • Page 27: Software Suite

    Creative Software Suite For PC: • Sound Blaster Recon Control Panel • Creative ALchemy • Creative System Information For Mac: • Sound Blaster Recon Control Panel NOTE • The applications available for your audio device may differ from those listed here.
  • Page 28 THX TruStudio Pro Technology • THX TruStudio Pro Crystalizer • THX TruStudio Pro Surround • THX TruStudio Pro Bass • THX TruStudio Pro Dialog Plus • THX TruStudio Pro Smart Volume Sound Blaster CrystalVoice Technology • CrystalVoice Acoustic Echo Cancellation •...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problems with Multiple Audio Devices The onboard audio chipset seems to be in conflict with Sound Blaster Recon Disable your computer's onboard audio chipset. See your computer's motherboard documentation for details. Problems with Sound No sound from the audio device. Check the following: •...

  • Page 30: Safety Information

    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. • Do not expose to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like •...
  • Page 31 CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS Wireless Device • The short wave radio frequency signals of a wireless device may impair the operation of other electronic and medical devices. •...
  • Page 32 (Arrêté du 24 Juillet 1998). Les caractéristiques techniques de ces écouteurs se trouvent dans le manuel en ligne et/ou sur le site internet de Creative. Si vous choisissez d'utiliser un autre casque ou d'autres écouteurs, veuillez vous assurer au préalable que leurs caractéristiques techniques soient les mêmes.

  • Page 33: Regulatory Information

    With Creative's products, the exposure may be below the Proposition 65 level of concern, or could even be zero. However, out of an abundance of caution, Creative has elected to place the Proposition 65 warning on its products.

  • Page 34: Notice For Canada

    Operation with non-certified computers or incorrect cables may result in interference 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.
  • Page 35 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the written permission of Creative Technology Ltd.

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