Creative BT-W3 - Bluetooth Audio Transmitter Manual

Overview

1. USB-C to USB-A Converter^
2. LED Display
3. Bluetooth^® Button
   1. Bluetooth Pairing Mode
      
   2. Codec Selection*
      
   3. HFP Mode
      
4. Analog Microphone

Note:

^{^}USB-C to USB-A Converter is meant for USB data transfer only and does not support USB-PD charging. Do not use the converter for other than intended purpose.

^*Press and hold for 5s to perform Master Reset. Device LED will flash in red, then revert to Bluetooth Pairing mode. Creative BT-W3 will revert to the last codec used upon exiting HFP mode, or when plugged into an available USB port after device removal.

Device Setup

PS4™, PS4 Pro, PS4 Slim Setup

• Connect Creative BT-W3 to an available USB port
• On the console: Settings > Devices > Audio Devices > Uncheck "Switch Output Device Automatically" > Ensure that "Output Device" is shown as "USB Headset (Creative BT-W3)"
• Connect the bundled 3.5 mm Analog Microphone¹ to PS4 controller's headset jack
• Select Output to Headphones > All Audio

Nintendo Switch™ Setup

Enabling Voice Chat²:

• Connect Creative BT-W3 to the PC's USB port
• Download and install HFP-off³ firmware from creative.com/support/BTW3. Follow the instructions on-screen to install the firmware
• Unplug Creative BT-W3 from the PC and plug it into Nintendo Switch's USB port
• Connect the bundled 3.5 mm Analog Microphone to the console's headset jack

Note:
¹Reconnect either device if necessary.
²Voice chat function is title-dependent. Please ensure that voice chat function is already enabled in the respective application's settings.
³Please note that HFP-off firmware will disable the HFP function on your Creative BT-W3. To enable HFP mode again, install the HFP-on firmware available on creative.com/support/BTW3.

Product Registration

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

Other Information

Please visit creative.com/compliance/BTW3 for the user guide, safety and regulatory information.

Keep this document for future reference.

Technical Specification

Operating Frequency: 2402–2480 MHz

Wireless Technology: Bluetooth 5.0

Bluetooth Profiles:

• A2DP (Wireless stereo Bluetooth)
• AVRCP (Bluetooth remote control^{^})
• HFP (Hands-Free Profile)

Audio Codec^*: SBC, aptX, aptX Low Latency, aptX HD

Operating Range: Up to 30m / 100 ft (unobstructed line-of-sight)

Operating Temperature: 0–45°C

Max. RF Output Power: 8 dBm

Input: 5V 100 mA

^Controlled from from connected receiver

*Receivers must be able to support the mentioned codecs to use them

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