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USB SoundWave 7.1 Pro
Quick Installation Guide
Introducing the USB SoundWave 7.1 Pro
The USB SoundWave 7.1 Pro is a portable sound card that
brings a home theater atmosphere to notebook or desktop
computers.
Features and Benefits
• Optical S/PDIF output provides true 7.1 channel
surround sound (requires DVD playback software,
S/PDIF decoder and 7.1-ch speakers)
• Provides simulated 7.1-channel surround sound to
headphones or stereo speakers via Speaker Shifter
application
• Supports EAX 2.0
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Requirements ® • Pentium II-350 MHZ or equivalent PC • 128MB RAM and an available USB port ® • Windows 7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit) / XP (32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) / 2000 Package Contents • USB SoundWave 7.1 Pro • S/PDIF Optical adapter and USB extension cable • Software CD • Quick installation guide Layout Microphone/ USB Connector Line In LED Power/Activity Volume Control LED Microphone/Line In Mute Audio Out Volume Mute Microphone/Line In Figure 1. Layout Note: Se
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• Volume (+, -): Increases or decreases the system volume. Supports analog speakers only. • Audio Out: Connect headphones or stereo speakers via mini-3.5mm stereo plug. Doubles as an S/PDIF Optical out when used with the included S/PDIF Optical adapter. • Volume Mute: Press this button to turn off the system sound. Press the button again to turn on the system sound, pause for several seconds between button presses. Supports analog speakers only. • Microphone/Line In Mute: Press this but
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Software Installation Windows will automatically install it's built-in driver for the USB SoundWave 7.1 Pro when connected. To get Xear 3D Audio Utility, Mixer, Equalizer, Optical S/PDIF and simulated 7.1-channel sound from headphones or stereo speakers, install the Xear 3D software and driver from the CD. Plug in the USB SoundWave 7.1 Pro and allow the Windows driver to load before inserting the software CD. Windows 7 1. Insert the software CD. AutoPlay should start the installation At the A
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If AutoPlay doesn't start: Click Start, in Start Search, type D:\setup.exe, then press Enter. (Change D: to match your CD/DVD-ROM drive letter) For Windows Vista: Click Allow. For Server 2008: Continue to step #3. 3. Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now, then click Finish. Windows XP / Server 2003 / 2000 1. Insert the software CD. Autorun should start the installation. If Autorun doesn't start, click Start, then Run. Type D:\setup.exe, then click OK. (Change D: to match your CD/DVD-
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2. Double click Sound, video and game controllers. With Xear 3D driver: USB PnP Sound Device will be displayed. With Windows built-in driver: Either USB Audio Device or C-Media USB Headphone Set will be displayed. Xear 3D Audio Configuration Utility The USB PnP Sound Device quick start icon, located in the taskbar by the clock, starts automatically when Windows boots. Simply click on the quick start icon to open it. Enable/Disable Optical S/PDIF Output The Optical S/PDIF out is enabled by defa
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3. Follow the on screen instructions to configure your speakers. Windows XP 1. From the main desktop, click Start, Control Panel. 2. Click Sounds and Audio Devices. 3. Select the Audio tab. 4. Click Advanced under Sound Playback, then click the Speakers tab. 5. Select your speaker type from the drop down list. 6. Click OK to save the settings. Windows Server 2003 Make sure to log in as Administrator or an account with administrative privileges. 1. From the main desktop click Start, Control Panel
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2. Double click Sounds and Multimedia, click Audio tab. 3. Click Advanced under Sound Playback, then click the Speakers tab. 4. Select the speaker type from the drop down list. 5. Click OK to save the settings. Microphone Configuration Windows 7 / Vista / Server 2008 1. Right click the volume control icon located in the taskbar by the system clock. 2. Click Playback Devices, under the Playback tab, select Speakers USB PnP Sound Device, click Properties. 3. Click the Levels tab. Click the speake
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11. Click the Custom tab. 12. Check Microphone Boost, click OK. Note: Microphone Boost increases sensitivity by approximately 20dB. This setting is optional and not be needed in most cases. Uninstalling the Soundcard Driver Windows 7 1. Click Start, Control Panel. 2. Click Programs. 3. Click Programs and Features. 4. Select USB PnP Sound Device, then click Uninstall/ Change. 5. Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now and click Finish. Windows Vista / Server 2008 1. Click Start, Control Pa
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Windows XP / Server 2003 1. Click Start. 2. Click Control Panel, double click Add/Remove Programs. 3. Select USB PnP Sound Device, then click either Change/Remove or Add/Remove. 4. Follow the on screen instructions to complete. Windows 2000 1. Click Start. 2. Select Settings. 3. Click Control Panel, double click Add/Remove Programs. 4. Select USB PnP Sound Device, then click either Change/Remove or Add/Remove. 5. Follow the on screen instructions to complete. 10
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Technical Support and Warranty QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers! Simply visit our web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support database is updated daily with new drivers and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few clicks away. You can also submit questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly respond. SIIG offers a 5-year manufacturer warranty with this product. Please see our web site for more warranty details. If you encoun
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About SIIG, Inc. Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of IT connectivity solutions (including Serial ATA and Ultra ATA Controllers, FireWire, USB, and legacy I/ O adapters) that bridge the connection between Desktop/Notebook systems and external peripherals. SIIG continues to grow by adding A/V and Digital Signage connectivity solutions to our extensive portfolio. SIIG products offer comprehensive user manuals, many user-friendly features, and are backed by an extensive manufac
