DSS2 Surround Sound Important Safety Information pg 14 Processor Digital Optical Cable USB Cable 3.5mm Cable Turtle Beach Sticker System Requirements What’s a DSS2? Xbox 360 ® game console with one of the following Xbox ® cables to support digital output: The DSS2 processes the Dolby signal from the digital optical output on your Xbox 360, PS3, PC or other audio source and uses •...
What does it work with? The DSS2 connects to either a passive or powered (amplified) headset. It receives its audio signal from either a Xbox 360 ® , PS3 ™ USB Composite Headset or PC/Mac ® . Here are some different combinations that illustrate how it works: A composite USB headset, like the Ear Force P11, gets its power and chat signal from the USB connection.
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DSS2 - Front DSS2 - Rear 1. USB Output: USB pass-thru that provides the same signals as the USB port connected to the DSS2. You can use it just like 11. Aux In (Stereo Line Input): Use this input to connect analog audio sources, such as a PC, TV, Ipod ®...
Xbox 360 / PS3 Setup Configure Xbox 360 / PS3 System Settings ® ™ XBOX 360 1. Connect the DSS2 digital optical cable (included) from the digital output on your gaming console to the digital input on the DSS2. NOTE: Remove the protective caps from each end of the optical cable before inserting into the sockets.) 1.
Connecting a Digital Music Player Dolby Digital Surround Sound ® The DSS2 features an auxiliary input and analog input for connecting digital music players. Both inputs will allow you to connect a The DSS2 uses Dolby Digital surround sound processing technology – the industry-standard format for encoding multi-channel digital music player or other analog source, but with different functionality: game audio.
Surround Sound Angles Equalizer (EQ) Presets The DSS2 allows you to alter the virtual positioning of the Front and Surround speaker angles for the best surround sound experience. The DSS2 features multiple Equalizer presets to enhance your gaming audio experience. Press the Equalizer button on the Press the Surround Angle Button on the front of the DSS2 to cycle through 6 different presets, as illustrated below: front side of the DSS2 to cycle through the EQ presets as illustrated below: The LEDs on the DSS2 will blink in sequence,...
Troubleshooting Safety Notice To avoid potential damage to the device, always disconnect all cables before transporting it. Xbox 360 Does Not Have Digital Output Older Xbox 360 models don’t include an digital optical output. If this is the case with your Xbox 360, then you will have to WARNING: Permanent hearing damage can occur if a headset is used at high volumes for extended periods of time, so it is important purchase a cable that includes a digital output jack on the connector.
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subjected to the following conditions: We, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. of Elmsford, New York, declare under our own responsibility that the above-referenced product complies in (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and accordance with following directives: (2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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