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Creative CT4760 User Manual

Creative CT4760
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Getting Started
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. No part of this
manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without
the written permission of Creative Technology Ltd. The software described in this document is furnished under a license agreement and may be used or copied
only in accordance with the terms of the license agreement. It is against the law to copy the software on any other medium except as specifically allowed in the
license agreement. The licensee may make one copy of the software for backup purposes.
Copyright © 1998-1999 by Creative Technology Ltd. All rights reserved.
Version 1.00
August 1999
Sound Blaster and Blaster are registered trademarks, and the Sound Blaster Live! logo, the Sound Blaster PCI logo, EMU10K1, Environmental Audio, and
Creative Multi Speaker Surround are trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries. E-Mu and SoundFont are registered
trademarks of E-mu Systems, Inc.. SoundWorks is a registered trademark, and MicroWorks, PCWorks and FourPointSurround are trademarks of Cambridge
SoundWorks, Inc.. Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other products are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.
This product is covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents:
4,506,579; 4,699,038; 4,987,600; 5,013,105; 5,072,645; 5,111,727; 5,144,676; 5,170,369; 5,248,845; 5,298,671; 5,303,309; 5,317,104; 5,342,990; 5,430,244;
5,524,074; 5,698,803; 5,698,807; 5,748,747; 5,763,800; 5,790,837.

Table of Contents

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Creative CT4760 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelCT4760
CategoryComputer Hardware
Device TypeSound Card
Interface TypePCI
InterfacePCI
Sound Output ModeStereo
Digital AudioYes
Output Channels2.0
Supported Operating SystemsWindows 95

Summary

Introduction to Sound Blaster Live!

Audio Solution for Entertainment and Gaming

Overview of the product as a top audio solution for games, movies, and internet entertainment.

System Requirements

Lists the minimum hardware and software requirements for the Sound Blaster Live! card.

Live!Ware Benefits

Explains the advantages of the Live!Ware upgrade program for keeping the card up-to-date.

Getting More Information

Directs users to additional resources like the online User's Guide and bundled applications.

Other Recommendations

Suggests launching the Experience program, viewing the Demo CD, and visiting the website.

Document Conventions

Explains typographical conventions used throughout the manual for clarity.

Knowing and Installing Your Card

Your Audio Card

Details the various jacks and connectors on the Sound Blaster Live! audio card.

Installing the Card and Related Peripherals

Step-by-step instructions for physically installing the audio card into a computer.

Positioning Your Speakers

Guidance on optimal placement of speakers for the best audio experience.

Enhancing Your Sound Blaster Live! Experience

Information on upgrade options and connecting external devices for enhanced audio.

Installing Software in Windows 95/98

Setting Up the Audio Drivers

Instructions for installing the necessary device drivers for the audio card in Windows 95/98.

Installing the Applications

Steps to install the bundled Creative software applications.

Using Sound Blaster Live!

Guidance on how to get the most out of the audio card after installation.

Uninstalling the Applications

Procedures for cleanly removing installed software applications.

Reinstalling the Audio Drivers From the Installation Disc

Steps to reinstall only the audio drivers if they become corrupted.

Playing Legacy Games

Information on configuring and playing older MS-DOS games.

Installing Software in Windows NT 4.0

Installing the Software

Instructions for installing the audio software and drivers on Windows NT 4.0.

Setting Up Joystick Drivers in Windows NT 4.0

Steps to configure joystick drivers specifically for Windows NT 4.0.

Using Sound Blaster Live!

Guidance on utilizing the audio card's features within Windows NT 4.0.

Reinstalling the Audio Drivers From the Installation Disc

Process for reinstalling audio drivers on Windows NT 4.0.

Uninstalling Sound Blaster Live!

Instructions for removing the Sound Blaster Live! software from Windows NT 4.0.

Using Sound Blaster Live! Features

Sound Blaster Live! Experience

Interactive introduction to the card's features and capabilities.

Creative EAX Demo

Demonstration of Environmental Audio (EAX) for realistic 3D sound.

Creative Diagnostics

Tool for testing audio playback, recording, and speaker output.

Creative Launcher

Utility for organizing and quickly launching Creative applications.

Surround Mixer

Central control for audio settings, effects, and speaker configurations.

AudioHQ

Utility for viewing, auditioning, and setting audio device properties.

SoundFont Control

Configuration of MIDI banks, SoundFont files, and instruments.

Device Controls

Adjusting playback settings, such as simultaneous Wave tracks.

Creative Keyboard

Virtual keyboard for auditioning MIDI notes and instruments.

Environmental Audio Control

Configuring the EMU10K1 effects engine and audio environments.

AutoEA

Automatic association of Super-Environment presets with audio applications.

Wave Studio

Sound editing functions for Wave data, including recording and special effects.

Creative PlayCenter

Media player for MIDI, Wave, MP3, audio CDs, and Video CDs.

Creative Recorder

Tool for recording sounds from various sources into Wave files.

Creative LAVA!

Live! Audio-Visual Animation software for music visualization.

Creative Keytar

Edutainment software for learning virtual guitar strumming and chords.

Creative Rhythmania

Software for creating MIDI files with auto-accompaniment and rhythms.

General Specifications

Features Overview

Lists key features of the PCI Sound Blaster Live! card.

EMU10K1 Audio Processor

Details specifications related to the EMU10K1 audio processor.

Stereo Digitized Voice Channel

Describes capabilities of the stereo digitized voice channel.

AC '97 Codec Mixer

Information on the AC '97 Codec Mixer functions.

Volume Control Features

Details on software record/playback control and volume adjustments.

Creative Multi Speaker Surround Technology

Features of the multi-speaker surround technology.

Connectivity Options

Lists all audio inputs, outputs, and interfaces on the card.

SB Emulation in MS-DOS/ Windows 95/98

MS-DOS Emulation Background

Explains the need for MS-DOS emulation for legacy games.

Understanding the Installation Program

Describes how the installation program modifies system files for DOS emulation.

AUTOEXEC.BAT File Settings

Details the specific settings added to the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.

CONFIG.SYS File Settings

Details the specific settings added to the CONFIG.SYS file.

System Resource Settings Explained

Explains software emulation resources like I/O, IRQ, and DMA.

Input/Output (I/O) Addresses

Lists possible default input/output addresses for the SB interface.

Interrupt Request (IRQ) Line

Details possible default IRQ line assignments for the SB interface.

Direct Memory Access (DMA) Channel

Details possible default DMA channel assignments for the SB interface.

Environment Variables

Explains the CTSYN and BLASTER environment variables.

Determining Resources

How to find current SB16 Emulation resources in Windows and DOS.

Selecting Best Audio Options in Games

Guidance on configuring audio settings within MS-DOS games.

MS-DOS Mode Utilities

Overview of utilities like SBECFG.EXE and SBEMIXER.EXE for DOS mode.

Changing Audio Card Settings

Enabling/Disabling Gameport Joystick Interface

Steps to enable or disable the gameport joystick interface in Windows 95/98.

Enabling/Disabling Other Features

How to enable/disable features like Stereo Enhancement Effect via AudioHQ.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Problems Installing Software

Tips for resolving issues with the software installation process.

Problems With Sound

Addresses various sound-related issues like no sound or excessive environmental effects.

Problems With Joystick

Solutions for issues related to the joystick port not working.

Resolving I/O Conflicts

Steps to resolve hardware conflicts caused by shared I/O addresses.

Problems in Windows NT 4.0

Troubleshooting specific errors encountered in Windows NT 4.0.

Problems with Encore DVD Player

Solutions for the Encore DVD Player not launching correctly.

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