Congratulations! Thank you for choosing the Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless gaming headset. You are about to experience the legendary audio quality of Sound Blaster on your PC or Mac®. The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless combines the legendary acoustic engineering prowess of the Sound Blaster team to create a world-class gaming headset with next-generation wireless technology.
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Your Headset At a Glance Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless Gaming Headset 1 1 - Adjustable headband 2 - Detachable noise-canceling microphone 2 1 - Microphone Mute LED 2 - Microphone jack 3 1 4 2 3 - Volume Control Wheel 4 - Power LED button 5 - Micro-USB port for charging 5 USB Wireless Transmitter 1 - Connect button 1 2 2 - Connect LED Your Headset At a Glance 3
Using Your Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless Here we explain how to use the headset including the following procedures: l Setting Up for Initial Use l Adjusting the Volume l Using Your Headset While Charging l Manual Pairing l Usage Scenarios Setting Up for Initial Use Step 1 : Charge it Your headset can be used out of the box by connecting it via the charging cable to a computer. The headset will charge while it is in use.
Step 2 : Connect the wireless transmitter to your computer Note: If prompted for audio drivers, click Cancel. Step 3 : Turn on the headset Press the Power LED button on the headset cup to turn on the headset. Your headset is automatically paired to your wireless transmitter out of the box. This gives you the convenience and freedom to move around a distance of 30 feet (10 meters) away from the transmitter. Note: No manual pairing is required by default.
Step 4 : Set the default audio device (Mac OS ONLY) 1. Go to System Preferences and click Sound. 2. Select "Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) Rage Wireless" in both the Output and Input tabs. Step 5 : Wear it Adjust the headband so that the headset rests lightly on your head. Do not tighten excessively. Step 6 : Downloading and Installing the Software Your headset is now ready for use.
Adjusting the Volume The Volume Control Wheel on the headset cup can be used to adjust your headset volume to a comfortable level. You can also adjust the volume via the software or the in-built volume settings on your computer. CAUTION: Do not listen to audio on your headset at high volumes for prolonged periods of time to avoid impairing your hearing. Using Your Headset While Charging You can continue to use your headset while it charges.
Manual Pairing Your headset is automatically paired to the wireless transmitter it is packaged with out of the box. However, certain situations such as the use of a new wireless transmitter, errors in connection etc. may result in the need to manually pair your headset to the transmitter. The procedure for manual pairing is as follows: Step 1 : Activate pairing mode on the headset Press and hold the Microphone Mute button on the headset for 3 seconds. The connect LED will begin to flash rapidly.
Usage Scenarios Playing Games Your headset is equipped with cutting edge audio technologies and software to enhance the audio in your games.
Using the Software A specialized software for the Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless is developed to provide additional enhancements to the audio and voice inputs and outputs of the product. The software bundle supports a range of operating systems including: Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista Mac OS X 10.5.8 or higher To take full advantage of your headset, we recommend downloading and installing this software into your computer.
6. Launch the application by clicking Start > Programs or All Programs > Creative > Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) > Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) Control Panel". This software includes a number of configurations that help you control the basic functions of your product plus several software enhancement configurations that can be made to heighten your product's performance. Click each of the menu bars to expand the configurations available.
Installation and Uninstallation - Mac For Mac OS, the following applications are included in the software bundle: l l l l Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) Control Panel Product Registration Creative Uninstaller Creative Driver Installing Notes: Please ensure that your product is connected to the computer running the installation. 1. Using your web browser, visit www.creative.com/soundblaster/products/gaming and locate the software package for the Mac OS for your product. 2.
Using the Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) Control Panel The rest of this chapter explains how to use the Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) Control Panel to view and adjust the various features of your Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless. The examples and screenshots below uses Windows as an example. The user interface for other operating systems may differ slightly.
Customizing Your Display Avatar You can customize your control panel display avatar to an image of your choice. Simply double-click the current avatar and choose an image file from the list. Adjusting Your Volume Settings Drag the headset or microphone volume marker to adjust the volume level. You can mute/unmute the headset and/or microphone by clicking their respective icons. Configuring your general settings You can change the language settings or restore settings to their default values.
Enhancing the Audio - SBX Pro Studio SBX Pro Studio enhances the audio output of your product using software optimizations. To configure SBX Pro Studio, click the "SBX Pro Studio" menu option on the left. 1. Click the checkbox next to one or more of the available enhancements to enable it. 2. Adjust the level of enhancements to be applied individually. 3. Click to play the demo video to test your configurations. 4. Readjust if necessary.
Enhancing the Microphone - VoiceFX™ To configure VoiceFX settings, Click the "VoiceFX" menu option on the left. 1. Select the VoiceFX checkbox to enable this feature. 2. Select a VoiceFX preset from the drop down menu and click [Test]. Speak into your microphone to listen to your voice with the selected VoiceFX preset applied. 3. Use the sliders below to adjust the VoiceFX settings as desired. Test and readjust as necessary. 4.
Equalizer Settings Equalizers allows you to filter various audio frequency, thus controlling the tone of your audio output. The Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) Control Panel comes equipped with a range of preset equalizer settings, helping you to select different audio tones easily. You can also manually modify or add equalizer presets. To view the Equalizer Settings interface, select "Equalizer" from the menu. To apply and adjust an equalizer preset, 1. Check the EQ checkbox to enable the use of the equalizer.
Customizing the Illumination and Theme The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless illuminated earcups support up to 16 million colors, allowing you to create a headset that is uniquely you. You can select your desired color through the Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) Control Panel. Select "SB Prism" from the menu to view the interface. 1. Click the "Select RGB Color" option and use the color picker below to select a LED color for your headset. 2.
General Specifications Connectivity l One 3.50mm (1/8") stereo jack for detachable microphone Interfaces l l l Uncompressed 2.4GHz wireless technology USB wireless transmitter for pairing with headset Micro-USB port for charging Radio Frequency l l l l Operating RF range: 2405.35 - 2477.
Troubleshooting What do the various LED statuses mean? The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless headset and USB wireless transmitter is equipped with various LEDs that indicate the status of the device. Each LED, their possible statuses and corresponding explanations are listed in the tables below: Headset LEDs LED Power LED Status Description Flashing Slowly (White) Charging Stable (White) Headset is turned on.
The onboard audio chipset seems to be in conflict with Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless. Disable your computer's onboard audio chipset. See your computer's motherboard documentation for details. No sound from the headset. Check the following: l l l l The headset and transmitter are turned on. The headset has sufficient battery power. The volume settings in Sound Blaster Tactic(3D) Control Panel and system audio are properly adjusted and not muted.
Safety Information Refer to the following information to use your product safely, and to reduce the chance of electric shock, short-circuiting, damage, fire, hearing impairment or other hazards. Improper handling may void the warranty for your product. For more information, read the warranty available with your product. l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water.
Avoid Hearing Damage Permanent hearing loss may occur if the Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless headset is used at high volume. Set the volume to a safe level. You can adapt over time to a higher volume of sound that may sound normal but can be damaging to your hearing. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked. The louder the volume, the less time is required before your hearing could be affected.
IMPORTANT — A LIRE AVEC ATTENTION Ecouter de manière prolongée, à un très haut volume sonore de la musique (au dessus de 80 decibels), aumoyen d'un casque ou d'écouteurs, peut entraîner une détérioration irreversible et définitive de vos facultés auditives. L’usage répété et habituel d’un casque ou d’écouteurs à un niveau de volume sonoretrop élevé peut donner l'impression à l'utilisateur que le volume sonore émis par l’appareil n'est pas suffisant.
Regulatory Information Notice for the USA FCC Part 15: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if no installed and used in accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Notice for Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes NMB-003 et CNR-210. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard. Operation is subjected to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
European Compliance This product conforms to the following: EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU. Mains operated products for the European market comply with Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and Commission Regulation(s) Implementing Directive (2009/125/EC). Communication/RF wireless products for the European market comply with R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
Ukraine RoHS Statement Обладнання відповідає вимогам Технічного регламенту щодо обмеження використання деяких небезпечних речовин в електричному та електронному обладнанні, затвердженого постановою Кабінету Міністрів України від 3 грудня 2008 № 1057 Notice for Australia / New Zealand Complies with the requirements of the ACMA Radiocommunications (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Standard 2008.
Notice for Japan Recycling Rechargeable Battery Li-ion Lithium rechargeable battery is a resource that can be recycled. l l For recycling of embedded lithium rechargeable batteries inside Creative products, please do not attempt to remove the battery from the device. For recycling information and instruction, please go to Creative Media KK customer support at http://jp.creative.
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