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Creative SOUND BLASTER RECON3D FATAL1TY CHAMPION User Manual

Creative SOUND BLASTER RECON3D FATAL1TY CHAMPION
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Introduction 1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of Creative’s latest audio revolution, Sound Blaster
®
Recon3D
PCIe! With cutting edge technology from the leaders in PC audio, Sound Blaster Recon3D PCIe will
give you years of reliable entertainment on your PCI Express (PCIe
®
) enabled personal computer.
This User's Guide contains software installation and usage information for your audio card.
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Intel
®
Core
TM
2 Duo or AMD
®
processor equivalent (Core
TM
2 2.0 GHz, AMD processor equivalent
or faster recommended)
Intel or AMD compatible motherboard
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
7 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit
1 GB RAM
>600 MB of free hard disk space
Available PCI Express slot*
CD or DVD drive for software installation
High quality headphones or powered amplified speakers (available separately)
Additional Requirements (where applicable)
DVD-Video
6x or faster DVD drive
DVD player software such as InterVideo
®
WinDVD
®
or CyberLink
®
PowerDVD
®
(latest version
recommended) installed
5.1 speakers for optimal listening experience
Notes
*Some motherboards reserve the PCI Express x16 slots for video cards only. Use a x1 or x4 slot
instead. For more information, consult the documentation of your motherboard.
Other applications may have higher system requirements. For more information, consult the
documentation of your application.
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Creative SOUND BLASTER RECON3D FATAL1TY CHAMPION Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelSOUND BLASTER RECON3D FATAL1TY CHAMPION
CategorySound Card
Audio Channels5.1
Headphone AmplifierYes
DAC Resolution24-bit
Sample Rate96 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
THX TruStudio ProYes
CrystalVoice TechnologyYes
Scout ModeYes
Audio ProcessorSound Core3D
ConnectivityRCA
InterfacePCI Express
Compatible Operating SystemsWindows 7, Windows 8

Summary

Introduction to Sound Blaster Recon3D PCIe

System Requirements

Details hardware and software requirements for the audio card, including minimum and additional needs.

Help and Software Updates

More Help and Support

Information on accessing the Creative website for news, purchases, technical help, and driver updates.

Using Creative Software AutoUpdate

Guide to using the web-based system for locating, downloading, and installing software and driver updates.

About Your Hardware

Sound Blaster Recon3D PCIe Audio Card

Describes the audio card's jacks and connectors for device attachment.

Sound Blaster I/O Drive

Details the I/O Drive accessory for additional connectivity options.

Software Installation and Management

Installing and Uninstalling Software

Instructions for installing and removing device drivers and applications for the audio card.

Connecting Speakers and Headphones

Positioning Your Speakers

Connecting Analog Speaker Systems

2.1 Channel Analog Speakers

Diagram and description for connecting 2.1 channel analog speakers.

5.1 Channel Analog Speakers

Diagram and description for connecting 5.1 channel analog speakers.

Connecting Digital Speaker Systems

Connecting Home Theater Systems

Connecting A/V Receiver via Optical

How to connect an A/V receiver using an optical connection.

Connecting A/V Receiver via Line Level

How to connect an A/V receiver using line-level inputs.

Connecting Headphones and Headsets

Connecting to Sound Blaster Recon3D PCIe

Connecting headphones and headsets to the audio card's jacks.

Connecting to Sound Blaster I/O Drive

Connecting headphones and headsets to the Sound Blaster I/O Drive.

Using Your Sound Blaster Recon3D PCIe

Playing Games

Enhancing gaming audio with EAX, ALCHEMY, and Dolby Digital Live technologies.

Watching DVDs

Decoding Dolby Digital audio for multichannel playback on 5.1 systems.

Playing/Recording Music

Connecting external devices for music playback and recording.

Creating Music

Setting up a home studio with MIDI synthesizers, guitars, and microphones.

Chatting / Gaming

Using microphones for clear voice chat in online gaming and communication.

Creative Software Suite Features

Software Suite Overview

Introduction to the software suite for accessing audio card features.

Control Panel Functionality

Managing profiles, sharing settings, customizing avatars, and adjusting volume.

THX TruStudio Pro Configuration

Configuring THX enhancements, levels, and testing audio effects.

CrystalVoice and Scout Mode Settings

Adjusting microphone enhancements, Scout Mode, and voice presets.

Speaker, Cinematic, Mixer, and EQ Settings

Configuring output modes, Dolby Digital, mixer levels, and equalizer presets.

Customizing EQ and Advanced Features

Enabling EQ, selecting presets, adjusting sliders, and applying digital output effects.

Specifications and Connectivity

General Specifications

Details on PCI bus, audio processor, digital audio processing, mixer, THX, and CrystalVoice technologies.

Connectivity Options

Lists audio inputs, outputs, and interfaces for the PCIe card and I/O Drive.

Front Panel Header Connector

Pin configuration and compatibility details for the front panel audio connector.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting Guide

Solutions for problems with digital audio devices, Dolby Digital Live, and multiple audio devices.

Sound-Related Problems

Troubleshooting steps for no sound from headphones or no audio output.

License and Copyright

License and Copyright Information

Legal information, copyright notices, and trademark acknowledgments.

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