
7.1 USB Audio Adapter External Sound Card with SPDIF Digital Audio
StarTech ID: ICUSBAUDIO7D
This versatile External USB Sound Card/Audio Adapter offers a high quality solution for upgrading desktop or
laptop sound.
Providing a robust USB audio experience, the USB sound card connects to a host computer through a single
USB 2.0 connection, to deliver impressive external audio capability that can instantly be swapped between
systems, without having to open the computer case for installation.
Supporting analog and digital audio for 2 to 7.1 channel audio applications, the external USB sound card
provides a cost-saving upgrade from built-in/on-board sound that turns desktop/laptop sound into a home
theater-ready audio solution.
The external USB sound card features easy-to-use volume control and two external microphone inputs - a
convenient solution for any audio application requiring high quality sound with multi-input capability with support
for 44.1 KHz and 48 KHz sampling rates for both playback and recording.
A more than suitable solution for home theater, gaming or multi-media presentations, the External USB Sound
Card is easy to install with plug and play support in Windows XP and Windows Vista operating systems.
Designed to deliver a long-lasting and dependable sound solution, the External USB Sound Card/Audio Adapter
is backed by our 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Applications
Add 7.1 audio support to laptop or small form factor system with no internal expansion options
Replace or upgrade the existing integrated audio on a laptop or portable computer
Connect your computer to an home theater audio receiver through optical S/PDIF
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Features
Full 7.1 audio outputs via 3.5mm mini-jacks
Optical S/PDIF input (pass through) and output
Dual microphone input
Built-in volume control buttons
Full-duplex recording and playback
Supports 48/44.1 KHz sample rate for recording and playback
High Speed USB 2.0 compliant host interface, with transfer rates up to 480 Mbps
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Technical Specifications
Warranty 2 Years
Chipset ID C-Media - CM6206
Audio Specifications 8 16-bit DAC Channels (7.1 Surround Sound)
Supports 44.1 and 48 KHz sampling rates for both playback and recording
3.5mm output connectors for Front, Surround, Rear, Centre/bass
Connector Type(s) 1 - USB B (4 pin) Female
External Ports 2 - Toslink (SPDIF; Optical) Female
External Ports 8 - 3.5 mm Mini-Jack (3 Position) Female
OS Compatibility Windows® 10 (32/64), 8 / 8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64), 2000
Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2003 (32/64)
Color Silver
Product Height 1 in [25 mm]
Product Length 3.9 in [100 mm]
Product Weight 3.5 oz [100 g]
Product Width 2.4 in [60 mm]
LED Indicators 1 - Microphone Mute
LED Indicators 1 - Power/Activity
Humidity 20 to 80% NC RH
Operating Temperature 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)
Storage Temperature 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Shipping (Package) Weight 0.5 lb [0.2 kg]
Included in Package 1 - USB to Audio Adapter
Included in Package 1 - USB Cable
Included in Package 1 - Installation CD
Included in Package 1 - Instruction Manual
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