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TerraTec SiXPack 5.1+ Manual

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  • Page 1 English Manual Version 1.0, Status 05.07.01...
  • Page 2 Meticulous care has been taken in the preparation of all text passages and illustrations in this manual. TerraTec Electronic GmbH and its authors, however, accept no liability, legal or otherwise, for errors or the consequences of such errors. We reserve the right to technical modifications.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Installation..........................8 Short Overview ........................8 Card Diagram......................... 9 Connecting a wavetable daughterboard................10 Installing the card......................... 11 The Driver Installation......................13 Installation under Windows 98 SE..................14 Uninstalling the driver under Windows 98SE ..............17 Driver installed – this is what it looks like.................18 Installation under Windows Me.
  • Page 4 The Digital Output........................ 39 The Basics......................... 39 The Copy Protection......................40 Backup..........................40 The Digital In........................41 The Basics......................... 41 The External Digital In ....................... 41 The Basics......................... 41 The Internal Digital In ......................41 The Basics......................... 42 General Information to the Digital Inputs ................
  • Page 5 Loading and Saving......................57 Ouch!– the Hotkeys......................58 The Bundle Software........................59 Crash Course in Intervideo WinDVD..................60 Using WinDVD ........................60 The WinDVD Controls......................64 Video Viewing Window ..................... 68 Status Bar ........................68 Crash Course in Musicmatch Jukebox.................. 69 The Player.........................
  • Page 6 Welcome. We are pleased that you have chosen a sound card from TerraTec. We also congratulate you on your decision because the SiXPack 5.1 + represents our commitment to high-quality, state-of- the-art sound card technology. With this product you have acquired a powerpacked 3D audio accelerator that also knows where to "aim to please"...
  • Page 7 2 year guarantee, telephone and email support, and direct hardware exchange in case of a de- fect are of course included in the price. TerraTec's SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +. Feel the Power of Sound..Your TerraTec Team! SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +...

  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation. The SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + installation should be no problem thanks to the newest PCI and Plug&Play technology. If you already have experience with installing hardware and software components in Win- dows, you can proceed with the installation of this card without any worries.

  • Page 9: Card Diagram

    Card Diagram Game/MIDI port Digital In Digital Out Line Out 3 Line Out 2 Line Out 1 Line In / Headphone Out Mic IN CD In 1 CD In 2 Aux In Digital In Gameport connector Wavetable Xtention Jumper JP2 Jumper JP3 Jumper JP1 SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +...

  • Page 10: Connecting A Wavetable Daughterboard

    If you own a wavetable module, like TerraTecs WaveSystem for example, a module from an older TerraTec card (e.g. Maestro Series) or a Yamahas DB50-XG, you can use it on the Sound- System SiXPack 5.1 + . To do that simply attach the 26 poled connector to the pin row marked "CN2"...

  • Page 11: Installing The Card

    First check to ensure that the package is complete. The delivery includes at least: · 1 PCI TerraTec SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + soundcard · 1 slot cover for MIDI / Gameport - connection ·...
  • Page 12 And here’s what to do, step by step: · Switch off your PC and all connected peripheral devices, such as printer, monitor and so on. Leave the AC cord connected for the time being, so that your computer is still grounded. ·...

  • Page 13: The Driver Installation

    The Driver Installation. The SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + is currently provided with drivers for the operating systems Windows 98SE, ME and Windows 2000. Before installing, you must determine which operating system you are using. The operating system and version number can be found in the Control Panel under "System Properties".

  • Page 14: Installation Under Windows 98 Se

    Installation under Windows 98 SE. Once you have installed the SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + card in your PC, Windows 98SE recog- nizes the card as a new hardware component and displays the following screen. Click "Next". Choose "Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)" and click "Next". SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +...
  • Page 15 Enter the path <CD>:\Drivers\Wdm\ and then click on "OK". Alternatively, you can select the path to the SiXPack 5.1 + per mouse by clicking on "Browse...". You should also click "Next" when this screen is reached. SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +...
  • Page 16 To complete the installation click "Finish". Windows now installs the driver for you, documenting the process with several installation screens. At this point nothing else should occur. If during this process you are unexpectedly prompted to do something and you are unsure how to proceed, it is usually best to just press the Enter key.

  • Page 17: Uninstalling The Driver Under Windows 98Se

    Uninstalling the driver under Windows 98SE If you want to remove the driver from the system, it is best to do this before you remove the card using the setup program that you also used when installing the driver. Choose "Uninstall SiXPack 5.1 + driver". The accompanying bundle software can be removed as simply as well.

  • Page 18: Driver Installed - This Is What It Looks Like

    Driver installed – this is what it looks like. After the driver has been successfully installed, you should verify that everything is configured properly with your Windows 98 SE system. In the Device Manager you can check the status of recognized or installed hardware components.

  • Page 19: Installation Under Windows Me

    Installation under Windows ME. Once you have installed the SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + in your PC, Windows Me automatically loads generic drivers for the SiXPack 5.1 +. After this installation is completed start AUTORUN.EXE in the root directory of the SiXPack-CD and choose the menu point "Install Driver".
  • Page 20 After the computer has restarted and the new hardware has been found by the Windows hard- ware wizard the following window is displayed. Choose "Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)" and click on "Next". Check the box "Specify a location:", enter the path <CD>:\Drivers\Wdm\ and click on "Next". Alterna- tively, you can select the path by clicking on "Browse".
  • Page 21 You should also click "Next" when this screen is reached. To complete the installation click "Finish". After the driver has been successfully installed, it is easy to add the other bundle software via the autostarter. <CD>:\autorun.exe Follow the instructions on the screen. There shouldn't be any problems. Read further on page 23.

  • Page 22: Uninstalling The Driver Under Windows Me

    Uninstalling the driver under Windows ME. If you want to remove the driver from the system, it is best to do this before you remove the card using the setup program that you also used when installing the driver. Start AUTORUN.EXE in the root directory of the SiXPack CD and choose the menu point "Install driver".

  • Page 23: Driver Installed - This Is What It Looks Like

    Driver installed – this is what it looks like. After the driver has been successfully installed, you should verify that everything is configured properly with your Windows ME system. In the Device Manager you can check the status of rec- ognized or installed hardware components.

  • Page 24: Installation Under Windows 2000

    Installation under Windows 2000. Once you have installed the SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + in your PC, Windows 2000 automati- cally loads generic drivers for the SiXPack 5.1 +. After this installation is completed start AUTORUN.EXE in the root directory of the SiXPack -CD and choose the menu point "Install Driver".
  • Page 25 After the computer has restarted and the new hardware has been found by the Windows 2000 hardware wizard the following window is displayed. Click "Next". Choose "Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)" and click "Next". SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +...
  • Page 26 Select the "CD-ROM drives" check box and click "Next". You should also click "Next" when this screen is reached. SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +...
  • Page 27 Proceed with the installation by clicking "Yes" . Later in the course of the installation, a window of this kind may appear again, stay calm and collected and proceed carefully by clicking "YES". Windows now installs the driver for you, documenting the process with several installation screens.

  • Page 28: Uninstalling The Driver Under Windows 2000

    Uninstalling the driver under Windows 2000 If you want to remove the driver from the system, it is best to do this before you remove the card using the setup program that you also used when installing the driver. Start AUTORUN.EXE in the root directory of the SiXPack CD and choose the menu point "Install driver".
  • Page 29 This is how the window should look if everything has been installed properly. In the picture, the item "Sound, video and game controllers" is opened. You can do this by clicking the small "+" symbol on the left hand side. SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +...

  • Page 30: The Card Connections And Their Usage

    The Card Connections and their Usage. The connection possibilities of the SiXPack 5.1 + are plentiful. Nearly everything that can be used with a PC in respect to sound can be connected to the card and used without a problem. In the following section we would like to show all the options that allow you to correctly config- ure your SiXPack 5.1 + to accomplish the task at hand.

  • Page 31: The Line Outputs

    The Line Outputs. The line outs operate with a normal "HiFi signal". Use Out 1 to connect your amplifier or your active speakers. The Basics. The most important connection option for a sound card - the experts all agree on this - is the playback system.

  • Page 32: Headphone Operation

    Headphone Operation. Instead of using an amplifier system, you can also use headphones. The Line In is alternatively useable as a headphone output by activating the onboard (60mWatt an 32 Ohm) amplifier by changing the position of Jumper (JP1). Carefully, move the small plastic jumper from position A to position B.

  • Page 33: Speakers

    6 Speakers. In order to totally enjoy the sound over 6 (5.1) speakers, connect the Out 1, Out 2 und Out 3 to a 5.1 speaker system. OUT3 OUT2 Don't worry if the signal is not quite as loud when you switch to the 4 or 5.1 speaker mode. This is perfectly normal for this setting.

  • Page 34: Internal Access To The Input Port

    5.1 Speaker Obviously, you don't have to hold your head at the exact angle relative to the system, that would be too uncomfortable in the long run. This is only a guide so that you can find the best position suitable for you. The included SiXPack 5.1 + 3D sound software and the Control Panel offer you the option to switch between three different playback modes,which you should of course pay attention to.

  • Page 35: The Line In

    TAPE Record output that you can connect to the SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +. For those cases where no phono input exists on the amplifier, we recommend the TerraTec phonoPreAmp, a high quality phono amplifier that is ready to be connected to the Line In on your SiXPack 5.1 +.

  • Page 36: Internal Access To The Input Port

    You can find more information at www.terratec.net . Software to digitalize and edit your recordings is included: The program WaveLab Lite from Steinberg is optimized for editing large files and due to its intuitive user interface is also ap- propriate for beginners. However, customary audio software alone is not completely suitable for tasks related to sound restoration.

  • Page 37: The Microphone Input

    The Microphone Input. The MIC In is for connecting a normal condensor Mic (with or without a battery). The input capacity is approximately 0.1V The Basics. Microphone recordings, for example for voice recognition or Internet telephony, can be made through the port marked Mic In on your SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +. Use a standard condensor microphone or headset with a mono mini-jack (3,5 mm mini-jack).

  • Page 38: Misunderstandings

    To avoid misunderstandings: quality miracles should not be expected from a "sound card" mi- crophone input – not even one from TerraTec ;-). Please note that the microphone input does not support microphones with integrated amplifiers (48V with extra power supply). These de- vices, which are usualy found in professional studios or used for live shows usually have a 6,3mm jack or 3 poled XLR jack–...

  • Page 39: The Digital Output

    The Digital Output. The digital output supplies a standard S/PDIF signal at 48 kHz for con- sumer devices. These include, for example, digital amplifiers, MiniDisc recorders or DAT recorders. The Basics. If you want to digitally send music from your PC to another device you will want to use the opti- cal digital output (often called TOS-Link).

  • Page 40: The Copy Protection

    A digital recording with the SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + is not affected by the settings men- tioned above. The Copy Protection. It is possible to place a copy protection onto recordings during transfer to another device. This makes sense if, for example, you record a composition on DAT or MiniDisc as a demo but do not want further (digital) copies to be made.

  • Page 41: The Digital In

    The Digital In. The Basics. The SiXPack 5.1+ offers you two possible digital inputs. In addition to the external optical digi- tal In there is an internal coaxial In. Which one is activated is controlled by the Jumper 3 (JP3) as indicated in the following diagram: Jumper 3 (JP3).

  • Page 42: The Basics

    Jumper 2 (JP2). Position A - TTL-In (standard) Position B – S/PDIF In The Basics. Should you want to connect an internal digital device to the SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +, use the two-poled connector as shown in the following diagram next to the Aux In. To connect the digital output of your CD-ROM drive, use the supplied connection cable which ensures correct polarity.
  • Page 43 Differences in the sound reproduction from different digital cables sounds crazy at first glance, but they can occur. This is proven, among other things, by the fact that error correction algo- rithms are obviously used more frequently at some times than at others to correct cables of differing qualities.
  • Page 44 S/PDIF to AES/EBU + 5 volt SPDIF out: | |_/ diode ^ +-4,7 k-+ 10 u (+) | | \ 100 n O-----+-||-+--------+--+--IC--+--+-| O-+-| O-+-120 r-||-+----+-- 2 | |_/ +-||-+ 100n 2,2k | ^ diode AES in --- | 220r 100 n +--+---| O---+--120 r-||-+---+--- 3...

  • Page 45: The Analog Cd Audio Connectors

    The Analog CD Audio Connectors. The SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + offers two separate connectors for the analog output of your CD drive(s). In the SiXPack 5.1 + Control Panel the controller is marked "CD". The Basics. A particularly nice feature of the SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + is the possibility to connect two CD drives (e.g.

  • Page 46: The Aux In

    The AUX In. The SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + is equipped with an internal audio in- put e.g. for video cards. You could also connect a CD drive here. In the SiXPack 5.1 + Control Panel there is an AUX controller. The Basics.

  • Page 47: The Wavetable Connector And The Internal Synthesizer

    The Wavetable Connector and the Internal Synthesizer. The SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 + is also equipped with a connector for a wavetable daughterboard. Installation information can be found on page 10 in the section "Connecting a Wavetable Daughterboard.". The volume control is found on the Control Panel under the controller la- beled "AUX".

  • Page 48: The Midi Driver

    The MIDI Driver. A separate driver is available for the playback of MIDI information via an external wavetable module. This driver is named "SiXPack 5.1 + External MIDI" and can be chosen where it is ap- propriate. In the sequencer programs like Logic (Fun), Cubase or Cakewalk, next to the driver "SiXPack 5.1 + MIDI"...

  • Page 49: The Joystick/Midi Interface

    MIDI Also MIDI devices can be connected to the SiXPack 5.1 + over the adaptor cable. This cable is available as an optional extra in specialty stores or directly from TerraTec. Please visit our On- line Shop at http://www.terratec.net/. Because we are often asked for a diagram for just such an adaptor cable, we have included the necessary information here.

  • Page 50: The Circuitry Of The Midi Interface

    The Circuitry of the MIDI Interface Please note. We do not guarantee in any way the safety or the func- tioning of this circuit. Nor can we give any technical support for its im- plementation. SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +...

  • Page 51: The Sixpack 5.1 + Control Panel

    The SiXPack 5.1 + Control Panel. The description of the SiXPack 5.1 + Control Panel applies to the Control Panel that is installed under Windows 98Se, Windows Me and Windows 2000. The Playback Window. Here you can set – who would have thought? – the volume for the various speakers. This is pretty self-explanatory–...

  • Page 52: The Sources Menu

    The Sources Menu. Here you can set the volume for the specific source signals. All sources can be muted immediately by clicking on the MUTE option. These sources will still be recorded when chosen for recording, as we are in the source - and not the recording menu. The stereo positioning can be adjusted using the panorama controller located under the vol- ume sliders.

  • Page 53: The Record Menu

    The Record Menu. In the Record menu you can choose which source the SiXPack 5.1 + recording driver will be re- corded in an application. The microphone input has two other additional functions: This is an abbreviation for 'Acoustic Echo Cancellation' and suppresses echoes. It is particularly practical for use with voice recognition and Internet telephony applications.

  • Page 54: The Digital Menu

    The Digital Menu. In the digital menu you can set the parameters for the digital In and Out. To be able to work with the digital input, you should first ensure that this has also been acti- vated. In the field "Digital Input" choose either: "Always on"...

  • Page 55: The Equalizer Menu

    The Equalizer Menu. In the equalizer window, you can switch the equalizer on and off, load or overwrite predefined settings or save your own settings. The MIDI Menu. Under "MIDI" we have organized all the relevant functions for the SiXPack 5.1 + synthesizer. You can determine the number of voices to be processed in the hardware and/or software and whether these voices should be allocated dynamically (recommended) or according to the DLS specification.

  • Page 56: 3D Settings

    3D Settings. Under "3D Settings" you will find the options for 3D support using the SiXPack 5.1 +. Particularly important is the speaker configuration, as only a proper speaker configuration will guarantie that the correct 3D algorithms are used. In addition, there is the option of deactivating Direct- Sound hardware acceleration.

  • Page 57: Miscellaneous

    Miscellaneous. Under "Misc." (Miscellaneous) we have organized the functions that don't have any direct con- nection to the SiXPack 5.1 +, rather options that control the Control Panel. Loading and saving mixer settings belong in this category, as well as activating the global hotkeys and the display of the taskbar Icon, and the option to change the colors.

  • Page 58: Ouch!- The Hotkeys

    Ouch!– the Hotkeys. For you specialists, we have assigned a shortcut key (hotkeys) to nearly all functions to enable quicker navigation through the software. However, this is not the case if you use voice- recognition software for control purposes. Volume Control. Ctrl + space = front volume up Ctrl + Shift + space = front volume down Ctrl + R = rear volume up...

  • Page 59: The Bundle Software

    The Bundle Software. The TerraTec Team has spared no expense or effort to bring you a software package that really has something going for it. It gives you a program which allows you to ... · configure and control your SoundSystem SiXPack 5.1 +, ·...

  • Page 60: Crash Course In Intervideo Windvd

    Crash Course in Intervideo WinDVD. Using WinDVD Viewing a DVD Title To view a DVD title, put the disc into the DVD drive. WinDVD will automatically begin playing the disk. To launch WinDVD manually: 1. Select Start > Program Files > WinDVD, or if you have created one, click the WinDVD desktop shortcut.
  • Page 61 3. Tab to the desired properties to be changed. Select from General properties, Audio proper- ties, Parental Control properties, and Display properties. 4. Select the properties you want. If you are unsure about what a particular property means, see the online help for that properties property page, or check the glossary. You can change these properties at any time.
  • Page 62 Enabling the Toolbar and Status bar You can choose to include a toolbar and a status bar when using the Video Viewing window. 1. Open the Properties page. 2. Tab to General. Enable View Toolbar to see the toolbar in the video viewing window, and View Statusbar to see the status bar on the window.
  • Page 63 Changing the Parental Control Password To create a new password: 1. From the Parental Control window, click Change Password. 2. Type your desired password directly into the New Password text area. 3. Type the same password again in the Confirm New Password text area. Be sure to type it exactly the same both times, or it will not be accepted.

  • Page 64: The Windvd Controls

    The WinDVD Controls Once WinDVD is launched and active, use the controls shown on the WinDVD panel to navigate through the DVD Title. The WinDVD controls are designed to look like controls on a standalone DVD player, so they may seem familiar to you. Keep in mind that not all options are available with all DVD Titles.
  • Page 65 Sliders Move to a specific time in the title. Increase or decrease the brightness of the video output. Increase or decrease audio output. Color Control Bar 1. Adjust the relative strength (balance) be- tween video colors blue and yellow. Smooth rewind and smooth fast forward. Color Control Bar 2.
  • Page 66 Menu Items Displays all of the menus available (Root, Audio Language, Subtitles, etc.) on the DVD disc currently being played and allows you to select a menu to navigate. Opens a submenu showing you all of the titles available on the DVD disc currently being played and allows you to select a new title to play back.
  • Page 67 The Right-Click Menu While you are viewing a movie, you can put the cursor on the display window and right-click to see a "video menu". The commands on this menu are the same as those in the regular menu. You can also use this window to show the main WinDVD control panel when it has been hidden by viewing full-screen video, or as set in the Properties section.

  • Page 68: Video Viewing Window

    Video Viewing Window The main viewing window for displaying video output. If you have selected View Toolbar in the General Properties tab, the toolbar appears at the top of the viewing window. If you have se- lected View Statusbar, the status bar is displayed at the bottom of the viewing window. Status Bar When you are viewing a DVD disc and select Show Status Bar from the Properties menu, WinDVD displays the status bar across the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 69: Crash Course In Musicmatch Jukebox

    Whether MP3 or Windows Media files - simply “drag n' drop” them into the playlist or player window or over “File” -> “Open”. For playback on the PC a soundcard is of course required. Co- incidentally, TerraTec can also help you in this regard. The Recorder Clicking on the record button in the player will bring you to the recorder.
  • Page 70 the title and the familiar context menu appears. Choose “Edit Track Tags” and enter the info. But now let's get back to our audio CD. Insert an audio CD in the CD ROM drive of your PC, stop the automatic playback if it starts. When the CDDB request was successful you should already have artist and title info displayed.

  • Page 71: Not Just For Hunters, For Collectors Too

    Keep in mind: In order to use the M3PO go comfortably and easily navigate through your MP3 CD's, before you burn a CD you should take a second look at the functionality of the EDA sys- tem (Chapter “Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden.” on page Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.).

  • Page 72: Emagic Logic Fun - The Sequencer

    Emagic Logic Fun – The Sequencer. A flaunted audio and MIDI sequencer in a superior class with all the fun elements: from nota- tion including printing music, various editing options to an excellent mixer with installed effects – everything is there. After installation, you will also find extensive documentation in the Logic Fun program group as a PDF file which you should scour through not just when you have questions.

  • Page 73: The 3D Player - Listening In The 3Rd Dimension

    The 3D Player – listening in the 3rd dimension. Listen like you feel. The 3D player lets you position your own sounds around your own head. The menu is in English and operation is extremely straightforward. For example: Using drag&drop, move a WAV file of your own choosing to the 3D player and press the Play button.
  • Page 74 Horizontal Circle: describes an object's horizontal circular movement relative to the listener. Recommended for experiencing the “back-front” syndrome. Vertical Circle: describes an object's vertical circular movement relative to the listener. Recom- mended for experiencing the “up-down” syndrome. Flyby: the object flies towards the listener from a distance, passes by the face and disappears again.

  • Page 75: The 3D Demos

    The 3D Demos. The DMX XFire 1024 software comes with different demos which demonstrate the 3D audio characteristics of the card: Athene – development tool for creating your own sound world (for more info, see the README file for the program). Donuts –...

  • Page 76: The Hotstuff Directory

    The HOTSTUFF Directory. On the CD-ROM for the SiXPack 5.1 + we have collected together a large number of other pro- grams, tools and files. It's well worth a look. Many of the programs we present here are shareware. Please support the shareware principle and pay the amount that the authors ask if you like the programs.

  • Page 77: Appendix

    Appendix. FAQ – Frequently asked questions and their answers. Do I have to move jumpers and change dip switch settings before I install the sound card? The following jumper settings are possible: Position Jumper Position Position Position Position Effect Effect A A A A In this position the Line IN 1 - 3...
  • Page 78 How do I record from my hi-fi system? · Connect the line Out socket on your hi-fi system to the line In socket on the sound card. · Use the Record Out socket or the Tape Play socket on the tape section of your hi-fi am- plifier.
  • Page 79 Ever since I connected my sound card to my stereo system, I can hear a constant hum. The hum (50 Hz) comes from the 220 V power supply. It is caused by a ground loop. This loop is created when two devices are grounded by a ground wire or other wire ( e.g. an- tenna cable), and are also connected to an audio cable.
  • Page 80 You can always obtain current drivers and software versions from the ReActor BBS at +49 2157-817924 (analog) and +49 2157-817942 (ISDN). You also have access to them through our Internet sites (http://www.terratec.net). Here, you can obtain current information about our products and hot new tools for your sound card.

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