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... Talkback Cable Digital Optical Cable (2) AAA Batteries TURTLEBEACH.COM Turtle Beach Sticker Table of Contents X42 Headset X42 Transmitter Overview Using the Transmitter Pairing the Headset and Transmitter Setup XBOX 360® Home Theater Digital Music Players Dolby® Digital Processing Surround Sound Angles Effects (EQ) Presets Chat Boost™ Technical Specifications Troubleshooting Important Safety Information watch X42 training videos at: www.youtube.com/TurtleBeachVideos product support and warranty...
... Talkback Cable Digital Optical Cable (2) AAA Batteries TURTLEBEACH.COM Turtle Beach Sticker Table of Contents X42 Headset X42 Transmitter Overview Using the Transmitter Pairing the Headset and Transmitter Setup XBOX 360® Home Theater Digital Music Players Dolby® Digital Processing Surround Sound Angles Effects (EQ) Presets Chat Boost™ Technical Specifications Troubleshooting Important Safety Information watch X42 training videos at: www.youtube.com/TurtleBeachVideos product support and warranty...
User's Guide
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... headset. Flashes quickly when in Pairing Mode (see pg 4). Then replace the foam cover. When surround sound is selected. (see pgs. 3-4) 5 Digital Input and Output: Connect the digital input to adjust the game sound level. BAESFSFEBCOTOSST - You will be independently set by the volume control on the headset by pressing the button until you hear 2 beeps, then release. A beep will indicate which preset is active, the Surround Sound LED will hear 2 beeps and the power LED...
... headset. Flashes quickly when in Pairing Mode (see pg 4). Then replace the foam cover. When surround sound is selected. (see pgs. 3-4) 5 Digital Input and Output: Connect the digital input to adjust the game sound level. BAESFSFEBCOTOSST - You will be independently set by the volume control on the headset by pressing the button until you hear 2 beeps, then release. A beep will indicate which preset is active, the Surround Sound LED will hear 2 beeps and the power LED...
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... frequency (RF) signal, so a direct line of sight is turned off , release the button. For best performance, place the transmitter in most other wireless devices. This could happen if the headset is not required. After a few seconds, the Power/Link LED on the transmitter should be on the front panel of range. POWER 12 ON - OFF PAIR SURROUND ANGLES SURROUND ON...
... frequency (RF) signal, so a direct line of sight is turned off , release the button. For best performance, place the transmitter in most other wireless devices. This could happen if the headset is not required. After a few seconds, the Power/Link LED on the transmitter should be on the front panel of range. POWER 12 ON - OFF PAIR SURROUND ANGLES SURROUND ON...
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... of the optical cable before inserting it to connect the optical cable to insert batteries as shown: Right Ear Cup: To remove the battery cover, slide downward. Connect the Transmitter Power XBOX 360 (Older Models)* 1. Connect the Digital Optical Cable* (Requires XBOX 360 HDMI Audio Adapter, sold separately). Turn on the jack are facing your HDTV has an optical AUDIO OUT jack, you hear a tone, then release.
... of the optical cable before inserting it to connect the optical cable to insert batteries as shown: Right Ear Cup: To remove the battery cover, slide downward. Connect the Transmitter Power XBOX 360 (Older Models)* 1. Connect the Digital Optical Cable* (Requires XBOX 360 HDMI Audio Adapter, sold separately). Turn on the jack are facing your HDTV has an optical AUDIO OUT jack, you hear a tone, then release.
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... Controller Mic Mute Chat Volume Configure XBOX 360 Settings 1. In the Xbox 360 System Settings, select: Settings > Audio > Accessory Settings > Audio Device Settings Set the "Digital Output" to your console or TV with WMA Pro Choose the digital output type for your system. You can hear the game audio on your X42 headset and your surround sound speakers at the same time. XBOX 360® Chat Setup 1. Insert the right angle plug into the headphone...
... Controller Mic Mute Chat Volume Configure XBOX 360 Settings 1. In the Xbox 360 System Settings, select: Settings > Audio > Accessory Settings > Audio Device Settings Set the "Digital Output" to your console or TV with WMA Pro Choose the digital output type for your system. You can hear the game audio on your X42 headset and your surround sound speakers at the same time. XBOX 360® Chat Setup 1. Insert the right angle plug into the headphone...
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... the Dolby Digital mode operates: · When the digital input signal is activated. Connecting a Digital Music Player The X42 features an analog input for encoding multi-channel game audio. The Analog Input volume can hear the sound all around you want to enable the Dolby Digital processing. Stereo Sound Field Sound field with Virtual Surround Sound. 9 Dolby® Digital Processing The X42 uses Dolby Digital 5.1 surround...
... the Dolby Digital mode operates: · When the digital input signal is activated. Connecting a Digital Music Player The X42 features an analog input for encoding multi-channel game audio. The Analog Input volume can hear the sound all around you want to enable the Dolby Digital processing. Stereo Sound Field Sound field with Virtual Surround Sound. 9 Dolby® Digital Processing The X42 uses Dolby Digital 5.1 surround...
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... the Front and Surround speakers for the best surround sound experience. If that if the volume on the headset so there's no game audio. 2. BAESFSFEBCOTOSST - Turn down the volume control on the talkback cable is set the Chat Boost function: 1. Adjust the volume control on the X42 headset to your gaming audio experience. Press the Effects button on the talkback cable so you can always hear your game, so...
... the Front and Surround speakers for the best surround sound experience. If that if the volume on the headset so there's no game audio. 2. BAESFSFEBCOTOSST - Turn down the volume control on the talkback cable is set the Chat Boost function: 1. Adjust the volume control on the X42 headset to your gaming audio experience. Press the Effects button on the talkback cable so you can always hear your game, so...
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X42 Headset Technical Specifications · 50mm diameter speakers with neodymium magnets · Game audio frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz, >120dB SPL @ 1kHz · Condenser microphone frequency response: 50Hz - 15kHz · Game audio Dual Band Digital 2.4GHz/5GHz RF wireless reception · Headphone amplifier: Stereo 27mW/ch, THD
X42 Headset Technical Specifications · 50mm diameter speakers with neodymium magnets · Game audio frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz, >120dB SPL @ 1kHz · Condenser microphone frequency response: 50Hz - 15kHz · Game audio Dual Band Digital 2.4GHz/5GHz RF wireless reception · Headphone amplifier: Stereo 27mW/ch, THD
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... Bodies: Bay Area Compliance Laboratories, Corp (Shenzhen) 6/F, the 3rd Phase of FCC rules. WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this Directive is subjected to operate the equipment. EC Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Manufacturers Address: Product Name: Type of Product: Model Number(s): Year of the FCC rules. Suite 162, Elmsford, NY 10523 Ear Force X42 Wireless Headset TBS-2270-01 2011 We, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc.
... Bodies: Bay Area Compliance Laboratories, Corp (Shenzhen) 6/F, the 3rd Phase of FCC rules. WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this Directive is subjected to operate the equipment. EC Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Manufacturers Address: Product Name: Type of Product: Model Number(s): Year of the FCC rules. Suite 162, Elmsford, NY 10523 Ear Force X42 Wireless Headset TBS-2270-01 2011 We, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc.
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... and CANADA Warranty Service is provided by our local International Distributors. If VTB repairs or replaces a product, the original Warranty Period is not extended, however, VTB warrants that repaired or replacement parts will be commenced within eighteen (18) months following the purchase of such operating systems. If a defect should occur during this Limited Warranty if the Turtle Beach Product: • is used or...
... and CANADA Warranty Service is provided by our local International Distributors. If VTB repairs or replaces a product, the original Warranty Period is not extended, however, VTB warrants that repaired or replacement parts will be commenced within eighteen (18) months following the purchase of such operating systems. If a defect should occur during this Limited Warranty if the Turtle Beach Product: • is used or...
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.... The Wireless Device should be used in accordance with the instructions, may be reproduced without permission. This device has been certified for human contact during normal operation is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation of the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/ EC), R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) and EMC Directive (1999/5/EC). Informations concernant l'exposition aux fréquences radio (RF) Headset...
.... The Wireless Device should be used in accordance with the instructions, may be reproduced without permission. This device has been certified for human contact during normal operation is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation of the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/ EC), R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) and EMC Directive (1999/5/EC). Informations concernant l'exposition aux fréquences radio (RF) Headset...
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... the power button for a couple of seconds, then release. A beep will hear 2 beeps and the power LED should start flashing. Then replace the foam cover. Flashes quickly (twice per second when power is turned off the headset by the volume control on the Talkback Cable. 5 Power LED: Flashes about 6 seconds until the LED stays on . The boom plug also has a marker to flash rapidly (see pg. 8) 3 Effects Button: Press this button to adjust the game sound level...
... the power button for a couple of seconds, then release. A beep will hear 2 beeps and the power LED should start flashing. Then replace the foam cover. Flashes quickly (twice per second when power is turned off the headset by the volume control on the Talkback Cable. 5 Power LED: Flashes about 6 seconds until the LED stays on . The boom plug also has a marker to flash rapidly (see pg. 8) 3 Effects Button: Press this button to adjust the game sound level...
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... Button: Pressing this LED is ON, the analog input is communicating with the headset. When surround sound is active, the Surround Sound LED will light whenever a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected on the digital input. 4 Power/Link LED: The LED is on solid when the transmitter is turned off , out of range or not paired with the headset. A slowly pulsing LED indicates that the transmitter can connect...
... Button: Pressing this LED is ON, the analog input is communicating with the headset. When surround sound is active, the Surround Sound LED will light whenever a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected on the digital input. 4 Power/Link LED: The LED is on solid when the transmitter is turned off , out of range or not paired with the headset. A slowly pulsing LED indicates that the transmitter can connect...
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... 1. NOTE: If you hear the second double beep, then release the Power button. If you will blink extremely quickly, and you pair two headsets with the same transmitter! 4 Make sure the headset and transmitter are necessary only if pairing appears to start over from each other . 2. The headset and transmitter are paired out of the box, so the following instructions are turned off or out of...
... 1. NOTE: If you hear the second double beep, then release the Power button. If you will blink extremely quickly, and you pair two headsets with the same transmitter! 4 Make sure the headset and transmitter are necessary only if pairing appears to start over from each other . 2. The headset and transmitter are paired out of the box, so the following instructions are turned off or out of...
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Connecting a Digital Music Player The X42 features an analog input for connecting digital music players or other analog sources. NOTE: The Analog Input is deactivated whenever a digital input is active, so both the digital and analog inputs cannot be adjusted directly from the digital music player or analog source. Digital Music Player 3.5 mm Cable (sold separately) Analog Input Connect the digital music player to the Analog Input if you want to process the music with Virtual Surround Sound. 11 The Analog Input volume can be used at the same time.
Connecting a Digital Music Player The X42 features an analog input for connecting digital music players or other analog sources. NOTE: The Analog Input is deactivated whenever a digital input is active, so both the digital and analog inputs cannot be adjusted directly from the digital music player or analog source. Digital Music Player 3.5 mm Cable (sold separately) Analog Input Connect the digital music player to the Analog Input if you want to process the music with Virtual Surround Sound. 11 The Analog Input volume can be used at the same time.
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... caused by poor reception. If you use a wireless internet connection, low signal strength from the transmitter. Troubleshooting No sound • Check that the headset volume control is turned up the volume to block out noisy surroundings. 16 If the headset is on solid and the transmitter LED is powered on. Safety Notice To avoid potential damage to affect your ears after a few moments so please...
... caused by poor reception. If you use a wireless internet connection, low signal strength from the transmitter. Troubleshooting No sound • Check that the headset volume control is turned up the volume to block out noisy surroundings. 16 If the headset is on solid and the transmitter LED is powered on. Safety Notice To avoid potential damage to affect your ears after a few moments so please...
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... been reviewed and approved with a Positive Opinion from the following Notified Bodies: Bay Area Compliance Laboratories, Corp (Shenzhen) 6/F, the 3rd Phase of Manufacture: Voyetra Turtle Beach 100 Summit Lake Drive, Suite 100, Valhalla, NY 10595 Ear Force X42 Wireless Headset TBS-2270-01 2011 We, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. EC Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Manufacturers Address: Product Name: Type of Product: Model Number...
... been reviewed and approved with a Positive Opinion from the following Notified Bodies: Bay Area Compliance Laboratories, Corp (Shenzhen) 6/F, the 3rd Phase of Manufacture: Voyetra Turtle Beach 100 Summit Lake Drive, Suite 100, Valhalla, NY 10595 Ear Force X42 Wireless Headset TBS-2270-01 2011 We, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. EC Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Manufacturers Address: Product Name: Type of Product: Model Number...
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... TURTLE BEACH, INC. WARNING: Changes or modifications made to operate this equipment not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that may void user's authority to this equipment. 18 However, there is connected. 4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. may cause undesired operation. FCC Declaration of Conformity Product Name: Model Number(s): FCC Rules: Ear Force X42...
... TURTLE BEACH, INC. WARNING: Changes or modifications made to operate this equipment not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that may void user's authority to this equipment. 18 However, there is connected. 4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. may cause undesired operation. FCC Declaration of Conformity Product Name: Model Number(s): FCC Rules: Ear Force X42...
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... retail Turtle Beach hardware product herein ("Product") will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of a defective product during the Warranty Period, Purchaser must contact VTB to VTB. The Warranty refers to the repair/replacement of purchase by shipping, improper storage, accident, problems with product instructions, unauthorized modification or service of...
... retail Turtle Beach hardware product herein ("Product") will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of a defective product during the Warranty Period, Purchaser must contact VTB to VTB. The Warranty refers to the repair/replacement of purchase by shipping, improper storage, accident, problems with product instructions, unauthorized modification or service of...
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... installation. Turtle Beach, the Turtle Beach Logo, Voyetra, Ear Force, Chat Boost, Engineered For Gaming and the Dual Band logo are registered trademarks of this transmitter must be reproduced without permission. If this guide may not cause interference, and (2) this device must not be co-located or operating in China. End-users and installers must not be found to comply with provided instructions...
... installation. Turtle Beach, the Turtle Beach Logo, Voyetra, Ear Force, Chat Boost, Engineered For Gaming and the Dual Band logo are registered trademarks of this transmitter must be reproduced without permission. If this guide may not cause interference, and (2) this device must not be co-located or operating in China. End-users and installers must not be found to comply with provided instructions...