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What's in the Box PX3 Headset Headset Charging Cable XBOX 360® Talkback Cable PC/Mac® PS3™ XBOX® PX3 Transmitter Transmitter USB Cable RCA Splitter Cable PX3 Presets Reference Card User Guide TURTLEBEACH.COM Turtle Beach Sticker
What's in the Box PX3 Headset Headset Charging Cable XBOX 360® Talkback Cable PC/Mac® PS3™ XBOX® PX3 Transmitter Transmitter USB Cable RCA Splitter Cable PX3 Presets Reference Card User Guide TURTLEBEACH.COM Turtle Beach Sticker
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Table of Contents About the Ear Force® PX3 PX3 Headset PX3 Transmitter Pairing the Headset and Transmitter PS3 Setup XBOX 360® Setup PC/Mac Setup Presets Recharging the Headset Technical Specifications Troubleshooting and Support Maintaining Your Headset Important Safety Information pg 1 pg 2 pg 5 pg 8 pg 9 pg 13 pg 15 pg 17 pg 18 pg 19 pg 20 pg 21 pg 22 download PX3 software and additional presets at: www.TurtleBeach.com product support and warranty information: www.TurtleBeach.com/support View our YouTube videos: www.youtube.com/TurtleBeachVideos
Table of Contents About the Ear Force® PX3 PX3 Headset PX3 Transmitter Pairing the Headset and Transmitter PS3 Setup XBOX 360® Setup PC/Mac Setup Presets Recharging the Headset Technical Specifications Troubleshooting and Support Maintaining Your Headset Important Safety Information pg 1 pg 2 pg 5 pg 8 pg 9 pg 13 pg 15 pg 17 pg 18 pg 19 pg 20 pg 21 pg 22 download PX3 software and additional presets at: www.TurtleBeach.com product support and warranty information: www.TurtleBeach.com/support View our YouTube videos: www.youtube.com/TurtleBeachVideos
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... while playing a game The PX3 transmitter includes a stereo input for gaming, movies and digital music playback. About the Ear Force PX3 The Ear Force PX3 is an advanced wireless headset that is designed to customize the game and chat audio signals, improving performance in acoustically-tuned, circumaural... ear cups with soft fabric cushions and deliver extended bass with extraordinary dynamic range for the PS3, and also...
... while playing a game The PX3 transmitter includes a stereo input for gaming, movies and digital music playback. About the Ear Force PX3 The Ear Force PX3 is an advanced wireless headset that is designed to customize the game and chat audio signals, improving performance in acoustically-tuned, circumaural... ear cups with soft fabric cushions and deliver extended bass with extraordinary dynamic range for the PS3, and also...
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... Main Power Button with LED Powering ON: Press and hold for 3 seconds. Powering OFF: Press and hold for 3 seconds. Automatic Power OFF: If the Headset doesn't detect any audio for further details.) 2. A double low tone will sound and the LED will turn off for more than 5 minutes, the... headset will automatically shut down to select one low tone will begin to toggle between the headset and transmitter. (See "Pairing the Headset and Transmitter" on pg. 8 for more than 5 minutes, or if the Transmitter has ...
... Main Power Button with LED Powering ON: Press and hold for 3 seconds. Powering OFF: Press and hold for 3 seconds. Automatic Power OFF: If the Headset doesn't detect any audio for further details.) 2. A double low tone will sound and the LED will turn off for more than 5 minutes, the... headset will automatically shut down to select one low tone will begin to toggle between the headset and transmitter. (See "Pairing the Headset and Transmitter" on pg. 8 for more than 5 minutes, or if the Transmitter has ...
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...the included XBOX 360 Talkback Cable into the XBOX 360 controller. 7. Swivel Ear Cups The ear cups may be turned 90 degrees to a computer. Game Volume Control Turn to the USB input on the microphone. 8. The headset may be charged by connecting this jack and the right angle end into... volume level. Mic Mute Switch Toggles the MUTE on the transmitter using the PX3 for connecting the headset to rest conveniently around your neck. 10. Chat Volume Control Press to charge the headset and cannot be used as a standard USB data cable. 4. An optional USB Standard-A to use ...
...the included XBOX 360 Talkback Cable into the XBOX 360 controller. 7. Swivel Ear Cups The ear cups may be turned 90 degrees to a computer. Game Volume Control Turn to the USB input on the microphone. 8. The headset may be charged by connecting this jack and the right angle end into... volume level. Mic Mute Switch Toggles the MUTE on the transmitter using the PX3 for connecting the headset to rest conveniently around your neck. 10. Chat Volume Control Press to charge the headset and cannot be used as a standard USB data cable. 4. An optional USB Standard-A to use ...
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... end into the USB/CHARGE port on your gaming console or computer. 6. Insert the other end into an available USB port on the Headset. LED Indicator A solid LED indicates the Transmitter is powered on and communicating with the game volume control on pg. 8. 3. Auxiliary Input... Jack Provides a 3.5mm input for recharging the Headset battery. A slowly blinking LED indicates the Transmitter can't communicate with the headset because it is only active in PS3 and XBOX 360 modes. 7. Pairing Button Press and hold for ...
... end into the USB/CHARGE port on your gaming console or computer. 6. Insert the other end into an available USB port on the Headset. LED Indicator A solid LED indicates the Transmitter is powered on and communicating with the game volume control on pg. 8. 3. Auxiliary Input... Jack Provides a 3.5mm input for recharging the Headset battery. A slowly blinking LED indicates the Transmitter can't communicate with the headset because it is only active in PS3 and XBOX 360 modes. 7. Pairing Button Press and hold for ...
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... digital radio frequency (RF) signal, so a direct line of range or needs to 30 ft. 7 When the Transmitter and Headset are communicating, the LED on the Transmitter will be "paired". Optimum range: up to be solid on metal surfaces, such as the top of range, ... turned off, out of sight is not required. Avoid placing it means the Transmitter can't communicate with the Headset. When you may hear popping or clicking sounds if the Headset loses the RF signal. For best performance, place the Transmitter in an open area that might absorb RF signals from the internal...
... digital radio frequency (RF) signal, so a direct line of range or needs to 30 ft. 7 When the Transmitter and Headset are communicating, the LED on the Transmitter will be "paired". Optimum range: up to be solid on metal surfaces, such as the top of range, ... turned off, out of sight is not required. Avoid placing it means the Transmitter can't communicate with the Headset. When you may hear popping or clicking sounds if the Headset loses the RF signal. For best performance, place the Transmitter in an open area that might absorb RF signals from the internal...
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... turned OFF or out of range. GAME PAIR GAME USB AUX 3 After a few seconds, the LED on the Transmitter should be solid and the Headset LED should be "paired" as described below. When they are communicating, the LED on 2 the Transmitter for more than 6 seconds. If the LED is slowly ...blinking when the Headset is ON and within range, then they might need to be OFF) Step 2: Press and hold the PAIR button on the Transmitter will exit the...
... turned OFF or out of range. GAME PAIR GAME USB AUX 3 After a few seconds, the LED on the Transmitter should be solid and the Headset LED should be "paired" as described below. When they are communicating, the LED on 2 the Transmitter for more than 6 seconds. If the LED is slowly ...blinking when the Headset is ON and within range, then they might need to be OFF) Step 2: Press and hold the PAIR button on the Transmitter will exit the...
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NOTE: If your HDMI TV has red/white AUDIO OUT RCA jack you can use it to your Turtle Beach headset. (AUDIO IN jacks will not send sound out to feed the sound from third party sellers). Setup) Transmitter USB Cable (included) RCA Splitter Cable (included) XBOX 360 Audio Adapter Cable* HDMI Transmitter USB Cable (included) RCA Splitter Cable (included) *All XBOX 360 models require an XBOX 360 Audio Adapter Cable for audio output when used with an HDMI connection (available from your TV to your headset, you need AUDIO OUT.) HDMI 12 XBOX 360 Setup (HDMI) (Alt.
NOTE: If your HDMI TV has red/white AUDIO OUT RCA jack you can use it to your Turtle Beach headset. (AUDIO IN jacks will not send sound out to feed the sound from third party sellers). Setup) Transmitter USB Cable (included) RCA Splitter Cable (included) XBOX 360 Audio Adapter Cable* HDMI Transmitter USB Cable (included) RCA Splitter Cable (included) *All XBOX 360 models require an XBOX 360 Audio Adapter Cable for audio output when used with an HDMI connection (available from your TV to your headset, you need AUDIO OUT.) HDMI 12 XBOX 360 Setup (HDMI) (Alt.
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Game Volume = 10 4. Voice Volume = 10 3. Voice Output = Play Through Headset XBOX 360 Controller Jack Voice Voice Volume 10 Game Volume 10 Mute Kinect Voice Output Play Through Headset Play Through Speakers Voice Output 14 XBOX LIVE Chat Setup XBOX 360 Controller XBOX 360 Talkback Cable (included) Configure XBOX 360 Voice Settings 1. Press the XBOX 360 Guide Button, select "Settings > Preferences > Voice" 2.
Game Volume = 10 4. Voice Volume = 10 3. Voice Output = Play Through Headset XBOX 360 Controller Jack Voice Voice Volume 10 Game Volume 10 Mute Kinect Voice Output Play Through Headset Play Through Speakers Voice Output 14 XBOX LIVE Chat Setup XBOX 360 Controller XBOX 360 Talkback Cable (included) Configure XBOX 360 Voice Settings 1. Press the XBOX 360 Guide Button, select "Settings > Preferences > Voice" 2.
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... computer's headphone jack. * 3.5mm to a PC or Mac, and appears as Turtle Beach PX3 (PC) in Windows® and Mac operating systems. This lets you assign the PX3 microphone and chat in your game software as a wireless stereo USB headset and the DSP presets do not operate. NOTE: When using this mode.... To use the presets with presets when connecting the Transmitter to a PC or Mac, and appears as Turtle Beach PX3 (PS3) in Windows® and Mac operating systems. ...
... computer's headphone jack. * 3.5mm to a PC or Mac, and appears as Turtle Beach PX3 (PC) in Windows® and Mac operating systems. This lets you assign the PX3 microphone and chat in your game software as a wireless stereo USB headset and the DSP presets do not operate. NOTE: When using this mode.... To use the presets with presets when connecting the Transmitter to a PC or Mac, and appears as Turtle Beach PX3 (PS3) in Windows® and Mac operating systems. ...
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...your computer. NOTE: Do not use their PS3 controller cable for Wired Mode setup. 16 NOTE: The Game volume can use the included Headset Charging Cable for this mode. PS3 console users can be adjusted in this setup). PC/Mac Setup (wired)* Wired Mode (presets are ...deactivated) USB Standard-A to USB Mini-B Cable (sold separately)* USB/CHARGE The PX3 functions as a wired USB stereo headset by connecting a USB Standard-A to USB Mini-B cable* (sold separately. It does not include data lines. * A USB Standard-A to USB Mini-B ...
...your computer. NOTE: Do not use their PS3 controller cable for Wired Mode setup. 16 NOTE: The Game volume can use the included Headset Charging Cable for this mode. PS3 console users can be adjusted in this setup). PC/Mac Setup (wired)* Wired Mode (presets are ...deactivated) USB Standard-A to USB Mini-B Cable (sold separately)* USB/CHARGE The PX3 functions as a wired USB stereo headset by connecting a USB Standard-A to USB Mini-B cable* (sold separately. It does not include data lines. * A USB Standard-A to USB Mini-B ...
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... the Preset Button to switch between the 8 alternate presets ALTERNATE PRESETS Each time a preset is "flat", meaning that it 's processed by downloading them from the Turtle Beach website and installing them you'll hear the sound change as you cycle through them on the sound of enemy footsteps, toggle to an Alternate... game situation you can be replaced with the Main preset and then toggle to the Main preset when you want to focus in on your headset. Each Alternate preset has different settings to the Main preset. When the situation has passed, you 're in.
... the Preset Button to switch between the 8 alternate presets ALTERNATE PRESETS Each time a preset is "flat", meaning that it 's processed by downloading them from the Turtle Beach website and installing them you'll hear the sound change as you cycle through them on the sound of enemy footsteps, toggle to an Alternate... game situation you can be replaced with the Main preset and then toggle to the Main preset when you want to focus in on your headset. Each Alternate preset has different settings to the Main preset. When the situation has passed, you 're in.
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...the mini USB end into the CHARGE port on the headset will remain solid RED until the headset is fully charged, at which time the headset LED will begin to solid GREEN. Headset Charging Cable (included) USB/CHARGE If your headset battery power is charging while it's powered off . ...It does not include data lines. 18 When your headset is low, a tone will change to sound every 10 seconds until the headset powers off , the LED on the Transmitter. Recharging the Headset The PX3 features a rechargeable lithium polymer battery that provides more than 10...
...the mini USB end into the CHARGE port on the headset will remain solid RED until the headset is fully charged, at which time the headset LED will begin to solid GREEN. Headset Charging Cable (included) USB/CHARGE If your headset battery power is charging while it's powered off . ...It does not include data lines. 18 When your headset is low, a tone will change to sound every 10 seconds until the headset powers off , the LED on the Transmitter. Recharging the Headset The PX3 features a rechargeable lithium polymer battery that provides more than 10...
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PX3 Headset Technical Specifications · 50mm diameter speakers with neodymium magnets · Digital Wireless RF (2.4GHz) · Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz, >120dB SPL @ 1kHz · Condenser Microphone Frequency Response: 50Hz - 15kHz · Headphone Amplifier: Stereo 35mW/ch, THD
PX3 Headset Technical Specifications · 50mm diameter speakers with neodymium magnets · Digital Wireless RF (2.4GHz) · Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz, >120dB SPL @ 1kHz · Condenser Microphone Frequency Response: 50Hz - 15kHz · Headphone Amplifier: Stereo 35mW/ch, THD
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...wireless base station or wireless router is low, the headset might turn off during very loud sounds in "Pairing the Headset and Transmitter". • Try cycling the power on both the headset and the transmitter. The LED under the POWER button on the right ear cup should be "paired" as described in the... game or button presses. If this happens, recharge the battery with the RF signal from the transmitter. If the LED is blinking slowly, then the Headset and Transmitter need to be blinking. •...
...wireless base station or wireless router is low, the headset might turn off during very loud sounds in "Pairing the Headset and Transmitter". • Try cycling the power on both the headset and the transmitter. The LED under the POWER button on the right ear cup should be "paired" as described in the... game or button presses. If this happens, recharge the battery with the RF signal from the transmitter. If the LED is blinking slowly, then the Headset and Transmitter need to be blinking. •...
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... or on the Talkback Cable can degrade the plastic resulting in twisting and eventual exposure of the internal wiring. To prevent this happens to your Turtle Beach Headset, store it . Turtle Beach is no risk of the talkback cable can result in a dry location where there is not responsible if this , keep your...
... or on the Talkback Cable can degrade the plastic resulting in twisting and eventual exposure of the internal wiring. To prevent this happens to your Turtle Beach Headset, store it . Turtle Beach is no risk of the talkback cable can result in a dry location where there is not responsible if this , keep your...
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... loud volume levels, so a level that may not cause initial discomfort can 't hear people speaking near you experience ringing in your ears after listening with the headset, it means the volume is set too loud. If you . • Avoid turning up the volume to the device, always ...disconnect all cables before transporting it takes to affect your hearing. Over time, your ears adapt to keep the volume at moderate levels. • Before placing a headset on your ears, turn the volume down completely, then slowly increase it to a comfortable level. • Turn down ...
... loud volume levels, so a level that may not cause initial discomfort can 't hear people speaking near you experience ringing in your ears after listening with the headset, it means the volume is set too loud. If you . • Avoid turning up the volume to the device, always ...disconnect all cables before transporting it takes to affect your hearing. Over time, your ears adapt to keep the volume at moderate levels. • Before placing a headset on your ears, turn the volume down completely, then slowly increase it to a comfortable level. • Turn down ...