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Encore ENM232-8CMI User Manual

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ENM232-8CMI
7.1 CHANNEL SURROUND
SOUND CARD
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Encore ENM232-8CMI Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEncore
ModelENM232-8CMI
CategorySound Card
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FCC and CE Compliance

FCC Compliance

Equipment tested against FCC Part 15 Class B digital device limits.

CE Compliance

Equipment tested against European Council Directive for EMC and EN standards.

Interference Guidance

Measures to ensure reasonable protection against radio frequency interference.

Product Features

Audio Performance Standards

Complies with PC99 requirements and supports 7.1 surround sound.

Advanced Audio Technologies

Features C3DX HRTF 3D audio, Dolby Digital EX, and DTS ES playback.

Enhanced Audio Software

Utilizes Xear 3D™ Virtual Speaker SHIFTER and extensive EQ/effects.

Special Audio Functions

Provides karaoke functionality and enhances gaming/theater audio experiences.

System Requirements

Hardware Requirements

Requires an available PCI slot and a CD-ROM drive.

Operating System Compatibility

Supports Windows 8, 7, XP, and Vista.

Audio Output Devices

Specifies required audio output devices for functionality.

Package Contents

Sound Card

The main product unit itself.

Software Media

Contains the necessary software drivers.

Documentation

Provides essential setup instructions.

Hardware Interfaces

Front Out

Port for Left and Right Front audio speakers or headphones.

Rear Out

Port for Left and Right Rear audio speakers.

CEM/LFE

Port for Center & Subwoofer (LFE) audio speakers.

Alt Center

Port for Left and Right Back audio speakers.

Line In

Port for Audio Line-in connection.

Mic In

Port for Microphone-in connection.

S/PDIF Out

Port for S/PDIF digital audio output to external systems.

Hardware Installation

Preparation

Ensure Windows OS is properly installed before hardware installation.

Installation Steps

Steps include powering off, opening case, inserting card, closing case, and powering on.

Driver Installation

Initiate Setup

Insert CD, launch setup, and click the 'Driver' button.

Run Installation Wizard

Click 'Run' for automatic software and driver selection.

Accept License Agreement

Accept the terms of the license agreement to proceed.

Begin Installation

Click 'Install' to start the software installation process.

Post-Installation Verification

System Restart

Restart the computer after successful driver installation.

Device Manager Check

Verify driver status in Device Manager under Sound, video and game controllers.

Audio Configuration

Sound Settings

Configure playback settings in the Sound control panel.

Speaker Setup

Select '7.1 Surround' for speaker configuration and test.

Application Software Operation

Launch Configuration Tool

Open the 'PCI 3D Audio Configuration' software from the notification area.

Main Setting Tab

Configure output device, audio jack, and DSP mode (e.g., 7.1 Virtual Speakers Shifter).

Advanced Audio Settings

Analog Output Configuration

Configure audio output devices like headphones or speakers, including '8 Speakers' for 7.1.

S/PDIF Output Settings

Check and select audio output frequency for external sound systems via S/PDIF.

Audio Enhancement Features

7.1 Virtual Speakers Shifter

Enable 7.1 virtual speaker shifter for multi-speaker output.

Speaker Test Function

Test audio output devices using the built-in speaker test function.

Sound Customization

Mixer Tab

Select playback/recording devices and adjust volume levels.

Effect Tab

Set up environment, environment size, and equalizer effects.

Special Audio Modes

Karaoke/Magic Voice Tab

Configure microphone echo, key shifting, and vocal cancellation.

Information Tab

View codec and software driver version details.

Technical Support

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