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INSTRUCTIONS
A50
WIRELESS HEADSET
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ASTRO Gaming’s A50 Wireless headset is the perfect gaming asset for the audio-savvy citizen who equally appreciates business and pleasure. Professionally-tuned ASTRO Audio paired with Dolby® Digital 7.1 Surround Sound keep you fully immersed in the experience. Whether you’re gaming, enjoying a feature film, or listening to your favorite album on repeat—control over the sound settings is just a touch away.
The A50s are equipped with KleerNet’s 5.8 GHz wireless technology, designed for unimpaired performance amongst the array of other RF tra c. ASTRO Gaming’s integrated MixAmp™ technology allows for precise control of game to voice balance, all fitting neatly into the contoured design of the A50. This guide will point to the various ways in which your A50’s can be adjusted to a setup that’s all your own.
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR
SOUND INVESTMENT.
A50 WIRELESS SYSTEM
5.8 GHZ
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Contents
So... you've breached the boxy exterior, and you're working your way along the inside. You'll find that your A50 comes bundled with some cables, each has a purpose that's suited to your method of gameplay.
OPTICAL CABLE 
Provides clear Dolby® Digital surround sound across all platforms.
USB POWER CABLE 
Powers your MixAmp™ Transmitter (Tx) as well as voice chat for the PlayStation Network and PC gaming.
USB CHARGING CABLE 
Charges your A50 Wireless Headset from the MixAmp™ Transmitter.
DISPLAY STAND
Holds the MixAmp™ Transmitter and A50 Wireless Headset for storage and charging.
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CONFIGURATION // PS4
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Front of PS4 Back of MixAmpTM Transmitter
Plug Micro-USB Cable into MixAmpTM 
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Plug the optical cable into the MixAmp™ |
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Go to settings and select “Sound and |
Go back to “Audio Output Settings” and |
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Power on your PS3 first, then your |
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Transmitter and PS3 for power. |
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Choose ‘Optical Digital’ and only activate |
To enable Voice Chat, go to ‘Settings,’ select |
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‘Accessory Settings,’ and then ‘Audio Device |
select ‘ASTRO Wireless Transmitter.’ |
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Transmitter and optical port of the Xbox 360 |
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