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ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG User Manual

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  • Page 1 High Quality 24-bit 96kHz 7.1 PCI Express Soundcard User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 ESI - Copyright © 2010 Revision 1, February 2010 www.esi-audio.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG INDEX 1. Introduction..........................4 2. System Requirements ........................4 3. Connector Layout ........................5 4. Hardware Installation ......................... 6 4.1 Preparation for Hardware Installation ........................6 4.2 PCIe Card Installation............................7 5. Software Installation........................8 6. Connection Diagram ........................10 7.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG 1. Introduction Thank you for choosing the ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG. Prodigy X-Fi NRG is a PCIe (PCI Express) audio interface, providing more stable and higher bandwidth than usual PCI solutions. It has a high performance D/A converter supporting 24-bit / 96kHz, 112dB of dynamic-range and boasts an exceptionally stable circuit design and built-in high quality condenser for the best quality sound with 7.1 channel surround output.

  • Page 5: Connector Layout

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements 1. Intel Pentium 4 CPU (LGA 775) or higher or equivalent 1. Intel Core2 Duo (LGA775), Core i7 (LGA1366) AMD CPU (Socket 939, AM2, AM2+, AM3) equivalent AMD CPU (AM2, AM2+, AM3) 2. Intel, VIA, nVidia, or AMD chipset motherboard (with 2.

  • Page 6: Hardware Installation

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG 1. Mic/Line-In: Connects a microphone or external line level source such as a TV receiver card, tape deck, analog output of CD player, etc. 2. Headphone-Out: Connects a headphone or earphone. 3. Front-Out: Connects the front speakers. This is the main stereo output for 2 channel stereo playback and connection to your amplifier &...

  • Page 7: Pcie Card Installation

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG Refer to your computer user’s manual and remove the computer cover. Make sure that you have an available PCIe slot on your motherboard to install the Prodigy X-Fi NRG. Removing the computer cover To avoid possible static shock damage to the computer parts, discharge it by touching the computer case or something grounded.

  • Page 8: Software Installation

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG Removing the slot faceplate Insert the Prodigy X-Fi NRG card into the PCIe slot, firmly pushing the card into the slot until it is seated securely. Replace the screw, and tighten. Prodigy X-Fi NRG Installed in a PCIe 1x slot, next to two standard PCI slots Once finished, close the computer case.
  • Page 9 Prodigy X-Fi NRG After completing the sound card hardware installation as described in the previous chapter, restart your computer. If you are prompted for new driver found, simply cancel the process until Windows has completely started. Now then insert the bundled installation CD into the CD-/DVD-ROM drive. If the installation does not automatically start, launch SETUP.EXE via My Computer >...

  • Page 10: Connection Diagram

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG 6. Connection Diagram The following picture shows in symbols the typical connection of external devices to Prodigy X-Fi NRG:...

  • Page 11: Functions Of Control Panel Software

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG 7. Functions of control panel Software Click the control panel icon on the taskbar, and then Volume Panel control panel for Prodigy X-Fi NRG appears on the screen. You can select Entertainment Console, Audio Control Panel, Creative Karaoke Player.
  • Page 12 Prodigy X-Fi NRG setting up speaker environment and headphone playback settings · Equalizer settings · Effect Environment settings · Multichannel Expansion settings · Virtual and General Surround settings · X-Fi Crystalizer settings · Speakers and Headphone This section allows you to select the speakers or headphones you are using and it allows you to test your configuration by sending out noise to each channel.
  • Page 13 Prodigy X-Fi NRG CMSS-3D X-Fi CMSS-3D provides a virtual expansion of the output signal from a regular stereo / 2-channel source to a 7.1 channel speaker. Also when using headphones, it provides a simulated 3D sound effect for more realistic and effective sound. X-Fi Crystalizer X-Fi Crystalizer provides dynamic and more clear and rich sound by restoring parts of the sound removed during generation or compression of the sound.
  • Page 14 Prodigy X-Fi NRG Mixer The Mixer section provides playback setting and volume settings as seen on the following screen. There are also recording related functions allowing to record signals from microphone or line input.

  • Page 15: Audio Control Panel

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG Jacks (Windows Vista & Windows 7) Windows Vista and Windows 7 have a automatic detection function on how the jacks of the card are used. This is displayed in the Jacks section. Performance (Windows XP) The playback resolution and sample rate can be set as 48/96kHz and 16/24bit depending on your requirements under Windows XP.

  • Page 16: Karaoke Player

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG 7.3 Karaoke Player The Karaoke Player can be accessed from the Volume Panel control panel. It allows you to play files, change tempo and add microphone effects. Microphone monitoring is deactivated in default in Windows XP, but can be activated by launching Karaoke Player.

  • Page 17: Faq (Frequently Asked Questions)

    Prodigy X-Fi NRG functionality via OpenAL is the solution. To launch it, go to Start > Programs > Creative > Creative ALchemy. The following dialog will appear: It automatically shows a list of supported games that are installed on your computer. To use it, select a game you want to play, click the arrow button to the right to enable ALchemy for that game and it will appear in the list of ALchemy-enabled Games.
  • Page 18 Prodigy X-Fi NRG In some cases, a special codec / filter might be needed for your playback software. Check the manual of your movie playback software for details. Q: What do I need to check for 5.1 playback (AC3/DTS) via the digital output? A: 5.1 channel is supported for playbacks of Dolby Digital (AC3) and DTS-format 5.1 channel movies as well as DVD through digital output setting in movie player programs.

  • Page 19: Specifications

    Windows XP, XP64, Windows Vista 32-/64-bit, Windows 7 32-/64-bit 10. General Information Trademarks ESI, Prodigy and Prodigy X-Fi NRG are trademarks of ESI Audiotechnik GmbH. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 20 If necessary, consult an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Correspondence For technical support inquiries, contact your nearest dealer, local distributor or ESI support online at www.esi-audio.com. Disclaimer All features and specifications subject to change without notice.

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