Do you have a question about the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi and is the answer not in the manual?
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 109 dB |
---|---|
DAC Resolution | 24-bit |
EAX Support | EAX 5.0 |
CMSS-3D | Yes |
ASIO Support | Yes |
Audio Channels | 7.1 |
Max Sampling Rate | 96 kHz |
Hardware Acceleration | Yes |
Sample Rate Playback | 96 kHz |
Sample Rate Recording | 96 kHz |
Output Channels | 7.1 |
Audio Processor | X-Fi |
Digital Signal Processor | X-Fi DSP |
Explains how to navigate the manual using links and view tooltips.
Details the process of printing specific topics or sections from the document.
Introduces the Sound Blaster X-Fi and its purpose as a user guide.
Lists essential hardware and software specifications needed for the audio device.
Outlines extra requirements for specific features like Gaming, DVD-Video, etc.
Directs users to www.soundblaster.com for news, products, help, and driver updates.
Lists various hardware components like audio card, remote control, IR receiver, etc.
Illustrates jacks and connectors for SB046X and SB055X series audio cards.
Illustrates jacks and connectors for SB073X series audio cards.
Describes Line Out jacks and the 3-in-1 FlexiJack functionality.
Details Creative Proprietary connector, Aux In, AD_EXT, and Front Panel Header connectors.
Explains the SPDIF I/O connector and the function of X-RAM for gaming.
Guides on configuring the FlexiJack for Entertainment, Audio Creation, and Game modes.
Explains how to use the remote control for operating the computer from a distance.
Details the functions of remote control buttons for navigation and media playback.
Details how to connect the IR receiver to a USB port for remote control functionality.
Describes the optical and coaxial SPDIF jacks on the Digital I/O Module.
Describes the front panel jacks of the I/O Drive, including SPDIF, Auxiliary, and MIDI.
Details the top panel connectors of the I/O Drive, such as jumper, power, and AD_EXT.
Describes the front panel jacks of the I/O Console, including headphone, line-in, and 3DMIDI.
Details front panel controls and rear panel jacks of the I/O Console.
Provides step-by-step instructions for installing drivers and applications from the CD/DVD.
Explains how to use the AutoUpdate system to find and install software and driver updates.
Directs users to www.microsoft.com for DirectX updates.
Guides on how to uninstall and then reinstall audio drivers and applications.
Introduces connecting external devices like DVDs, music players, and instruments.
Explains decoding Dolby Digital and DTS sound from DVDs.
Guides connecting external decoders to the audio card for digital output.
Lists required software and codecs for playing DVD audio.
Guides connecting the audio card's Line Out jacks to a home theater receiver.
Explains connecting headphones and recording devices to the audio card and I/O units.
Guides connecting DAT/MiniDisc devices to Digital I/O Module and I/O Drive.
Guides connecting DAT/MiniDisc devices to the I/O Console.
Explains connecting instruments to the audio card and I/O Drive.
Guides connecting instruments to the I/O Console's front panel jacks.
Provides speaker placement tips and explains stereo upmixing with CMSS-3D.
Advises on selecting Digital I/O for digital speaker connections.
Guides connecting 2.1 digital speakers to the audio card.
Introduces connecting analog speaker systems up to 7.1 channels.
Guides connecting 2.1 analog speakers to the audio card.
Guides connecting 4.1 analog speakers to the audio card.
Guides connecting 5.1 analog speakers to the audio card.
Guides connecting 7.1 analog speakers to the audio card.
Explains using the DIN jack on the I/O Console for integrated speaker control.
Lists the various software applications included with the Sound Blaster X-Fi.
Introduces and explains the three operation modes: Entertainment, Audio Creation, and Gaming.
Details features for movie and music playback, including volume, EQ, and effects.
Details features for music production, including mixing, recording, and studio effects.
Details features optimized for gaming, including 3D audio, EAX, and bass management.
Compares software features across Entertainment, Audio Creation, and Game modes.
Lists specifications for the audio processor, PCI mastering, and digital audio processing.
Details X-RAM, mixer controls, CMSS, and mode selector specifications.
Details connectivity for the audio card and I/O Module.
Details connectivity for the I/O Drive and I/O Console.
Illustrates jack configurations for 5.1 and 7.1 channel analog audio.
Details compatibility, limitations, and pin configuration of the front panel header.
Lists common issues like sound problems, device conflicts, and software issues.
Guides on resolving no sound from headphones or digital file playback issues.
Provides steps to enable digital CD playback for audio CDs.
Advises on managing cache or increasing RAM to resolve SoundFont loading issues.
Guides on disabling or uninstalling other audio devices to prevent conflicts.
Addresses hissing, popping noises, and DMA enablement for digital audio devices.
Covers known issues like MIDI volume, mode switching clicks, and center speaker output.
Provides copyright details, trademarks, and patent information.