Creative X-FI User Manual

Congratulations!
Your versatile Creative X-Fi: USB Audio is an external USB audio device and
portable audio enhancer that provides you with a great new listening
experience. There is no software to install, so once you connect X-Fi: USB
Audio to earphones or stereo speakers, and your PC or Mac
®
, you are ready
to experience great audio.
Read on to learn how to get started with your new X-Fi: USB Audio!
Contents
Your X-Fi: USB Audio ................................................................... 2
About X-Fi .................................................................................... 3
Connecting Devices ..................................................................... 4
Adjusting volume ......................................................................... 7
Customizing X-Fi enhancement levels ........................................ 7
Using a Microphone with X-Fi: USB Audio .................................. 8
Connecting to an external stereo audio source .......................... 9
FAQs ........................................................................................... 11
More Information ....................................................................... 13
General Specifications ............................................................... 14
Safety Information ..................................................................... 15
Recycling .................................................................................... 16
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Creative X-FI Specifications

General

Model	Creative X-Fi
Category	Receiver
Audio Channels	5.1
Inputs	Optical, Coaxial
Supported Audio Formats	Dolby Digital, DTS
Outputs	6-channel analog

Summary

Your X-Fi: USB Audio Overview

About X-Fi Technology

About X-Fi Crystalizer

Explains how X-Fi Crystalizer restores audio details lost during compression.

About X-Fi CMSS-3D

Explains how X-Fi CMSS-3D creates surround sound from stereo audio.

Connecting Devices

Connecting to Your Computer

Details how to connect the X-Fi: USB Audio device to a PC or Mac via USB.

Connecting Audio Output

Guides on connecting earphones or speakers for audio output from the device.

Adjusting Volume and Enhancements

Adjusting Volume

Instructions on how to control the audio volume using the device's control.

Customizing X-Fi Enhancements

Steps to adjust X-Fi Crystalizer and X-Fi CMSS-3D enhancement levels.

Using a Microphone

Microphone Connection and Usage

Connect a microphone for recordings or VoIP applications.

Connecting External Audio Sources

Connecting External Audio Devices

How to connect external audio devices like MP3 players or CD players.

Power Adapter and Reset Information

Notes on power adapter variations and volume level reset behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Troubleshooting Sound and Performance

Addresses common issues like no sound, distortion, and temporary enhancements.

Device Compatibility and Settings

Covers special headphones, DVD configuration, notebook warnings, and resetting enhancements.

More Information and Support

Creative Knowledge Base Access

Accessing the online knowledge base for technical queries.

Product Registration and Warranty

Benefits and process of registering the product for support and warranty.

General Specifications

Connectivity Ports

Details on USB, Line Out, Line In/Mic, and Headphone Out ports.

X-Fi Technology Features

Lists supported X-Fi technologies: Crystalizer and CMSS-3D.

Earphone and Power Adapter Specs

Technical specs for earphones and the required power adapter.

Safety Information

General Product Safety

Essential safety guidelines for using the product safely.

Handling, Environment, and Listening

Instructions on temperature, physical handling, listening volume, and static discharge.

Recycling Information

Product Recycling Guidelines

Information on how to dispose of the product responsibly.