Creative SXFI AIR - User Manual

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Thank you and congratulations for embracing the magic of Super

X-Fi

! Here’s a simple setup guide to Headphone Holography.

DOWNLOAD SXFI APP & REGISTER

Search for “SXFI APP” on the Google Play Store.

PAIR SXFI AIR WITH ANDROID PHONE FOR PLAYBACK

Navigate to Settings > Bluetooth/Connected Devices and turn on Bluetooth.

Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the headphones for 2 secs and tap on

Creative SXFI AIR. Now you’re all set!

Proceed to play your favorite content from any app.

LOAD SUPER X-FI PROFILE TO SXFI AIR

1. Select Wireless Setup on the SXFI APP. Creative SXFI AIR will appear under

the devices list.

2. Hold the Bluetooth button on the AIR for 2 secs. The SXFI APP will then

connect to the AIR and proceed to load your prole. Do note that this may

take up to 3 minutes.

NEED MORE INFO?

To nd out more about SXFI AIR or 7.1 audio congurations for PC/Mac, and to

download SXFI Control, visit creative.com/SXFI/support.

The SXFI AIR can do much more, such as playing content from your PC, Mac,

PS4

, or Nintendo Switch

For further customization and features control, you may also download the SXFI

AIR Control App on the Google Play Store. With SXFI AIR Control, you can

manage your microSD card music playback wirelessly as well as customize SXFI

AIR’s RGB Lighting. Alternatively, you may also set up your SXFI AIR on PC/Mac

using the bundled USB cable.

PERSONALIZE SUPER X-FI PROFILE

For rst-time users, follow the app’s instructions to perform Head Mapping by

capturing the images of your ears and face. For best results, please hold the

phone parallel to your outer ears. It’s better to ask someone to help you.

CREATIVE SXFI AIR

READ ME FIRST FOR ANDROID USERS

SXFI APP

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Do you have a question about the Creative SXFI AIR and is the answer not in the manual?

The Creative SXFI AIR is a wireless headphone system designed to deliver a personalized audio experience through Super X-Fi® Headphone Holography. This device is primarily intended for use with Android devices, but also offers compatibility with PC, Mac, PS4™, and Nintendo Switch™ for a versatile listening experience.

Function Description:

The core function of the Creative SXFI AIR is to provide an immersive audio experience by recreating the soundstage of a multi-speaker system in headphones, a technology referred to as Headphone Holography or Super X-Fi. This is achieved through a personalized profile generated by mapping the user's ears and face. The device supports various audio sources including Bluetooth, microSD card playback, and USB audio. It also features a built-in microphone for calls and voice assistant integration.

Important Technical Specifications:

While specific technical specifications like frequency response or driver size are not explicitly detailed in the provided manual, the device's capabilities imply high-quality audio processing. Key features include:

Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth for pairing with Android phones and other compatible devices.
Audio Sources: Supports Bluetooth, microSD card for local music playback, and USB Audio for connection to PC/Mac.
Personalization: Utilizes the SXFI APP for Head Mapping to create a personalized Super X-Fi profile.
Controls: Features built-in physical buttons on the left ear cup for power, Super X-Fi activation, and source selection (Bluetooth/MicroSD Card/USB Audio). It also incorporates a touch pad on the left ear cup for gesture-based controls.
RGB Lighting: Customizable RGB Lighting, manageable via the SXFI AIR Control App.
Battery Indicator: RGB Rings indicate battery level.

Usage Features:

Setup and Personalization (Android):

Download SXFI APP & Register: Users must download the "SXFI APP" from the Google Play Store and register for a new account.
Personalize Super X-Fi Profile: For first-time users, the app guides them through Head Mapping, which involves capturing images of their ears and face. This process is crucial for generating the personalized Super X-Fi profile. It is recommended to have someone assist with this step, ensuring the phone is held parallel to the outer ears for best results.
Load Super X-Fi Profile to SXFI AIR:
- Select "Wireless Setup" in the SXFI APP.
- The "Creative SXFI AIR" should appear in the devices list.
- Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the AIR for 2 seconds to connect.
- The app will then load the personalized profile to the AIR, which may take up to 3 minutes.
Pair SXFI AIR with Android Phone for Playback:
- Navigate to the phone's Settings > Bluetooth/Connected Devices and enable Bluetooth.
- Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the headphones for 2 seconds.
- Tap on "Creative SXFI AIR" in the phone's Bluetooth device list to pair.
- Once paired, users can play content from any app.

Built-in Controls (Left Ear Cup):

Power Button:
- Press and hold for 2 seconds to switch the headset on/off.
- Press and hold shortly to make RGB Rings indicate battery level.
Super X-Fi Button:
- A single touch activates the Super X-Fi technology.
Bluetooth / Source Button:
- Press and hold to pair/connect the SXFI AIR to a device.
- Each push of the button cycles through audio sources: Bluetooth, MicroSD Card, and USB Audio.

Touch Pad Gestures (Left Ear Cup):

Volume Control:
- Swipe up: Increase volume by 1 step.
- Swipe down: Decrease volume by 1 step.
Music Playback:
- Swipe left: Go to previous track.
- Swipe right: Go to next track.
- Tap twice: Initiate/pause playback.
- 2 Finger Tap once: Shuffle music tracks (only for microSD card playback).
Call Management (When Receiving Calls):
- Swipe left OR right: Change Call Panning direction.
- Tap twice: Answer/end call.
Voice Assistant:
- Tap and hold for 2 seconds: Initiate voice assistant.
Mass Storage Mode:
- By default, the SXFI AIR functions as a USB Audio Device when connected to a PC/Mac.
- To enter Mass Storage mode: Tap with 2 fingers and hold for 4 seconds.
- To return to USB Audio Device mode: Perform the same gesture.

Multi-Platform Compatibility:

The SXFI AIR is not limited to Android. It can also play content from:

PC
Mac
PS4™
Nintendo Switch™

Further Customization and Control:

SXFI AIR Control App (Google Play Store): This app offers advanced features:
- Manage microSD card music playback wirelessly.
- Customize SXFI AIR's RGB Lighting.
PC/Mac Setup: Users can also set up their SXFI AIR on PC/Mac using the bundled USB cable.

Maintenance Features:

The manual does not explicitly detail maintenance features such as cleaning instructions or battery replacement. However, the mention of "RGB Rings to indicate battery level" suggests a system for monitoring battery status, which is a common aspect of device maintenance. For further information on the device, including 7.1 audio configurations for PC/Mac and to download SXFI Control, users are directed to creative.com/SXFI/support. This online resource would likely contain more detailed information on maintenance and troubleshooting.