
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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STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE
Certifications Tested to CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE
WARRANTY
Product Warranty Period
(Worldwide)
1-year limited warranty
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