Tripp Lite U237-001 User Manual

Virtual 7.1-Channel USB External Sound Card

MODEL NUMBER: U237-001

Adds external microphone, speaker and/or headphone ports, as well as volume and mute controls, to your
computer or laptop via USB port. An inexpensive replacement for damaged sound cards or audio
connectors.

Description

The U237-001 Virtual 7.1-Channel USB External Sound Card plugs into your computer or laptop’s USB
port to provide easy-to-access audio-in and audio-out ports. A convenient, inexpensive replacement for a
damaged sound card or audio connectors, the U237-001 lets you plug a microphone, speakers and/or
headphones into its 3.5 mm audio jacks and enjoy rich, vibrant sound. By installing the Xear™ 3D Virtual

7.1-Channel Surround Sound software (included), you’ll be able to customize the audio settings.
In addition to the two audio ports, the U237-001 features volume controls, microphone and speaker
muting buttons, and LEDs that indicate audio status, activity and microphone/speaker mute. It’s plug-and­play, with the USB audio driver automatically installing upon connection to a USB port. Compatible with
Windows® 2000™ and later, Mac OS X® and Linux. Xear 3D software compatible with Windows XP, 7
and 8™.

Highlights

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Customizable audio settings via
included CD software

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Supports 3D and virtual 7.1­channel surround sound

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LEDs indicate status, activity
and speaker/microphone mute

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Plug and play—no external
power supply required

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Compatible with Windows, Mac
and Linux

System Requirements

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Available USB-A port

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3.5 mm stereo speakers,
headphones and/or microphone

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Windows 2000 and later, Mac
OS X or Linux

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Windows XP, 7 and 8 (Xear 3D
software)

Package Includes

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U237-001 USB External Sound
Card

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Xear 3D software CD

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Quick Start Guide

Features

Adds an External Sound Card to Your Computer’s USB PortDual 3.5 mm audio jacks for connecting

microphone, speakers and/or headphonesInexpensive replacement for damaged sound card or audio
connectorsEasy-access volume controlsMicrophone/speaker muting buttonsLEDs indicate status, activity
and mute
Xear 3D Virtual 7.1-Channel Surround Sound SoftwareCustomizable audio settingsSupports 3D and
virtual 7.1-channel surround soundPreset sound effects with 10-band equalizerSoftware compatible with
Windows XP, 7 and 8
Easy to UsePlug and play—no external power supply requiredUSB driver automatically installs upon
connectionUnit compatible with Windows 2000 and later, Mac OS X and Linux

Specifications

OVERVIEW

UPC Code 037332192745
Technology Stereo Audio; USB; USB 2.0 (High Speed)

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AUDIO

Audio Specification 7.1 Surround Sound

INPUT

Bus Powered Yes

USER INTERFACE, ALERTS & CONTROLS

LED Indicators Red (Speaker/Mic Mute), Green (Active)

PHYSICAL

Color Black
Material of Construction PVC
Shipping Dimensions (hwd / cm) 14.73 x 5.51 x 10.67
Shipping Dimensions (hwd / in.) 5.80 x 2.17 x 4.20
Shipping Weight (kg) 0.05
Shipping Weight (lbs.) 0.10
Unit Dimensions (hwd / in.) 0.55 x 2.2 x 1
Unit Packaging Type Clamshell
Unit Weight (kg) 0.01
Unit Weight (lbs.) 0.02

ENVIRONMENTAL

Operating Temperature Range 32 to 104 F (0 to 40 C)
Storage Temperature Range 14 to 131 F ( -10 to 55 C)
Relative Humidity 5% to 90% RH, Non-Condensing
BTUs 1.7 BTU/Hr
Power Consumption (Watts) 0.5

CONNECTIONS

Ports 2
Side A - Connector 1 USB A (MALE)
Side B - Connector 1 (2) 3.5MM (FEMALE)
Connector Plating Nickel

FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

USB Specification USB 2.0 (up to 480 Mbps)
Driver Required No

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