Turtle Beach Ear Force AK-R8 User Manual
Ear Force® AK-R8 User’s Guide
Table of Contents
Introducing the Ear Force AK-R8 ................................................................................................1
Audio Advantage® SRM...........................................................................................................................................................2
Getting Started ............................................................................................................................4
Package Contents.................................................................................................................................................... 4
Installation CD.......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Software Suite..........................................................................................................................................................5
Voyetra
SRM Connectors and Controls....................................................................................................8
Minimum System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 9
Optional Remote Control...........................................................................................................10
Installing the Audio Advantage SRM.........................................................................................12
Installation Procedure............................................................................................................................................. 12
Checking the Driver Installation.............................................................................................................................. 14
Optimizing Playback Performance in Windows 2000/XP.......................................................................................15
Installing AudioSurgeon LE.................................................................................................................................... 15
Uninstalling the SRM Driver and Applications........................................................................................................15
Connecting the AK-R8 Headphones .........................................................................................16
Launch the SRM Control Panel.............................................................................................................................. 17
Try the Play3D Demo............................................................................................................................................. 18
Using the SRM Room Monitor................................................................................................................................................18
Some Helpful Tips ….................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting Tips.................................................................................................................20
Things You Can Do with the SRM.............................................................................................22
Listening to Music CDs in Windows 2000/XP.........................................................................................................................22
Listening to Your Digital Music Library ...................................................................................................................................22
Modifying the Sound...............................................................................................................................................................23
Equalizing the Frequency Response of your Speakers..........................................................................................................24
Listening to Stereo Music in Surround Sound ........................................................................................................................24
Listening to DVDs in Surround Sound....................................................................................................................................25
Setting Up the SRM for use with Skype™ or Other Internet Phone Software........................................................................27
Using the SRM to Play Along with MP3 Songs ......................................................................................................................27
Recording Tips........................................................................................................................................................................29
Selecting the Record Source in Windows Vista......................................................................................................................29
SRM Control Panel....................................................................................................................31
Speakers Tab .........................................................................................................................................................................31
Equalizer Tab..........................................................................................................................................................................31
Effects Tab..............................................................................................................................................................................31
Mixer Tab................................................................................................................................................................................32
Speaker Equalizer ..................................................................................................................................................................32
Using the Control Panel Presets ............................................................................................................................ 32
Saving and Restoring Presets ................................................................................................................................................32
Importing and Exporting Presets ............................................................................................................................................33
Control Panel Speakers Tab .....................................................................................................34
Speaker Options Button..........................................................................................................................................................34
Speaker Configurations.......................................................................................................................................... 35
Headphones (stereo)..............................................................................................................................................................35
2-speakers (Stereo)................................................................................................................................................................35
4 Speakers (Quad) .................................................................................................................................................................36
5.1 Speakers (6 Speaker Surround Sound)............................................................................................................................36
7.1 Speakers (8 Speaker Surround Sound)............................................................................................................................37
Testing the Speaker Configuration .........................................................................................................................................38
Volume Section...................................................................................................................................................... 38
Individual Speaker Volumes ...................................................................................................................................................38
Speaker Equalizer Button.......................................................................................................................................................38
Control Panel Settings Summary ...........................................................................................................................39
Demo Software..........................................................................................................................................................7
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S/PDIF Digital Input and Output Configurations ........................................................................40
Using the S/PDIF Input and Output ........................................................................................................................................40
Graphic Equalizer Tab...............................................................................................................41
User Defined Presets............................................................................................................................................. 41
Speaker Equalizer .................................................................................................................................................. 42
How the Speaker Equalizer Controls are Organized.............................................................................................. 44
Assigning Presets to the Equalizers .......................................................................................................................................44
Environments..........................................................................................................................................................................45
Screens for other Speaker Configuration Settings .................................................................................................................45
Effects Tab.................................................................................................................................46
Speaker Position.................................................................................................................................................... 46
Environments.........................................................................................................................................................46
Sound FX............................................................................................................................................................... 47
Key Shifter ..............................................................................................................................................................................47
Center Canceller.....................................................................................................................................................................47
Mixer Tab...................................................................................................................................48
Playback Settings................................................................................................................................................... 48
Playback Mixer Signal Flow in Windows 2000/XP..................................................................................................................49
Record Settings...................................................................................................................................................... 50
Selecting the Record Source in Windows Vista......................................................................................................................50
Recording Input Signal Flow in Windows 2000/XP.................................................................................................................50
AudioSurgeon LE.......................................................................................................................53
Viewing and Navigating the Audio File ...................................................................................................................................53
Making a Recording with the Record Wizard..........................................................................................................................54
Editing Audio Files..................................................................................................................................................................54
AudioSurgeon Controls.......................................................................................................................................... 56
Transport Controls..................................................................................................................................................................56
File Commands.......................................................................................................................................................................56
Edit Commands ......................................................................................................................................................................56
Status Display and Zoom Controls .........................................................................................................................................57
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Documentation copyright © 2005 - 2007 Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior written consent from Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. (“VTB”).
Use of VTB software is subject to the terms and conditions of the End-User Software License Agreement.
In no event will VTB be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any
defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. In the interest of continued product
development, VTB reserves the right to make improvements to this manual and the products it describes at any time, without
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SRM FAQ and Knowledge Base
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Go to the Turtle Beach web site (www.TurtleBeach.com
“E" section and click on “Ear Force AK-R8”. This will bring up the list of articles.
E-mail Tech Support:
support@TurtleBeach.com
Please allow up to 3 business days for a response. Please include your name, product name, and product ID/serial number.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
PRODUCT NAME Audio Advantage SRM
MODEL NUMBER TBS-1122-02
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OPERATING ENVIRONMENT FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions. (1)
CAUTION Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures: (1.) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. (2.) Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver. (3.) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected. (4.) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help
Hardware Warranty
Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. ("VTB") warrants to the original end-user purchaser ("Purchaser") that the Ear Force AK-R8
("Product") will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) Days from the date of purchase by
Purchaser ("Warranty Period"). If a defect should occur during the Warranty Period, the Purchaser must obtain a Return
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hardware or software programs not provided or specifically recommended by VTB. Except as specifically provided herein,
there are no other warranties expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall VTB be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damages
including personal injury, lost profits and damages to property arising out of any breach of this warranty or otherwise. All
software including operating systems or applications programs are provided on an "As Is" basis without warranty. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may
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Audio Advantage SRM
) and click on “Support” then “Knowledge Base”. Scroll down to the
This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) This device must accept any interference
received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Introduction
Chapter 1
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Introducing the Ear Force AK-R8
The Ear Force AK-R8 delivers a true,
multi-speaker surround sound PC gaming
experience with the convenience and
privacy of headphones.
The headphones incorporate 4 speakers in
each ear cup to deliver true surround
sound—giving you a competitive edge
when playing the latest generation PC
games.
The Audio Advantage SRM USB Sound
Card drives the headphones with 6
amplifiers and packs an amazing array of
audio features into a package that fits in the
palm of your hand. The unique built-in
stereo microphones also let you monitor
room sounds—so you won’t miss anything
that’s happening in the real world while
you’re immersed in the adrenalin-pumping
surround sound of your PC games.
Your Ear Force AK-R8 is the ultimate
surround sound system for PC gaming. Here’s why…
Audio Advantage SRM
• 8 Speakers deliver true surround sound for pinpoint-accurate positional audio that lets
you hear cues like footsteps behind you and bullets flying by your head!
• Super-comfortable design eliminates fatigue, so you can play for hours.
• A sub-woofer/vibrator in each ear cup lets you feel the bass during game play.
• Large speakers provide full-bandwidth sound for a crisp and clear 3D audio experience.
• Digital signal processing provides individual 10 band equalizers for each speaker and
separate ambiance controls for front and surround speakers.
• A room monitor lets you hear what’s going on around you while wearing the
headphones (Note: The room monitor function is automatically turned off whenever the
headphone microphone is inserted into the headphone.)
• A USB connection easily plugs into your desktop or laptop PC.
• A versatile audio interface system connects to a wide variety of digital or analog devices.
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Audio Advantage® SRM
The Audio Advantage SRM 7.1 Channel USB audio interface packs an amazing array of
features into a convenient package that fits in the palm of your hand.
The SRM’s unique design provides everything you
need for connecting your laptop or desktop to a
wide variety of audio devices, including digital and
analog inputs and outputs, stereo headphone
output, built-in stereo microphones, and support for
surround-sound headphones. Whether you’re
playing PC games, watching DVD movies, using
voice applications, listening to music or even
recording your own, the Audio Advantage SRM can
handle it all.
Key features include;
S/PDIF input lets you record in pure digital format for the highest audio quality.
S/PDIF output lets you drive home theater gear in pure digital format, allowing for
pass-through of Dolby® Digital and DTS® multi-channel DVD sound to external A/V
receivers and digital speaker systems.
Selectable 2, 4, 6 or 8 analog output channels let you enjoy music and DVD audio on a
wide variety of speaker configurations.
Enjoy listening to stereo music or movies in multi-channel format using Quad, 5.1 and
7.1 speaker systems or multi-channel headphones.
Use the built-in stereo microphones or connect an external stereo microphone for
recording music, lectures, environmental sounds, and more.
Customize the sound of your speaker system with individual 10-band equalizers for each
output channel.
Set the overall tone of your sound system with the master 10-band equalizer and save
your own custom presets.
Enhance your listening experience with ambiance effects for concert hall realism.
Use the optional remote control with assignable buttons for controlling Media Player,
Windows Media Center PCs, and other Windows applications.
Powered by USB bus—no external power supply is required.
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Audio Advantage SRM
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Getting Started
Package Contents
Ear Force AK-R8
Headphones
Microphone The headphone mic inserts into the small jack on the left ear cup and can be rotated
Audio Advantage
SRM USB Sound
USB Cable Use this to connect the SRM to the USB port on a PC or Laptop
Optical S/PDIF
Adapter
Installation CD and
Quick Start Guide
The headphones include 4 speakers in each ear cup (front, surround, center, sub) to
deliver true 5.1 surround sound. A multi-pin connector plugs directly into the Audio
Advantage SRM USB sound card.
into any position. You can remove the microphone so it won’t get in your way when it
isn’t being used for talkback during game play.
Note: When the microphone is inserted into the headphones, the SRM internal
microphones are automatically disconnected.
The Audio Advantage SRM is a 7.1 channel USB sound card that converts a USB
digital signal into 6 discrete audio channels to drive the speakers inside the
Card
headphones. The SRM also serves as a versatile audio interface for connecting
speakers, recording from external sources, and even provides a room monitor so
you can hear what’s going on around you while wearing the AK-R8 headphones
(without the headphone mic installed.)
Insert this adapter into the white or black jacks (Line input and output) to connect the
SRM optical digital input and output to external devices using an optional TOSLINK
optical cable.
Use the CD to install the SRM drivers and software.
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Installation CD
The CD includes the following:
SRM Drivers Audio drivers for Windows 2000/ XP32/ XP64/ XP Media Center Edition/ Vista
SRM Control Panel
Software Suite A versatile suite of music software, described in the next section.
Adobe® Acrobat®
PDF Reference
Software Suite
Software
Reader
Manuals
Audio Advantage SRM
A convenient utility for controlling the SRM’s functions.
A limited version for use with the reference manuals.
PDF versions of software reference manuals that can be viewed and printed with the
Adobe Acrobat program included on the CD.
SRM CONTROL PANEL
PLAY 3D DEMO
AUDIOSURGEON™ LE
Clicking on the Turtle Beach Palm Tree icon in the
System tray brings up a menu from where you can
launch the SRM Control Panel.
You can also launch the Control Panel by clicking
Start Æ All Programs Æ Turtle Beach Æ Audio
Advantage SRM Æ Run Audio Advantage SRM
Control Panel.
The SRM Control Panel lets you control all of SRM’s
functions, as described in detail in a later section of
this manual.
Clicking on the Turtle Beach Palm Tree icon in the
System tray brings up a menu from where you can
launch the Play 3D Demo.
You can also launch this program by clicking Start Æ
All Programs Æ Turtle Beach Æ Audio Advantage
SRM Æ Demo Files Æ 3D Player Demo.
3DPlay provides a convenient way to hear demos of
SRM’s surround sound effects, including HRTF on
stereo headphones and true 5.1 surround-sound on
Ear Force headphones or Surround Sound speaker
systems.
Launch this program by clicking Start Æ Voyetra
AudioSurgeon LE Æ AudioSurgeon LE.
This limited edition version of Voyetra’s powerful
digital audio editor program lets you record and edit
digital audio with the SRM. It's great for recording and
editing music or recordings.
For information on how to upgrade to the full version
with additional features, visit www.voyetra.com
.
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3D FLYING HELICOPTER GAME
MULTI-CHANNEL AUDIO DEMO
HELICOPTER BATTLE GAME
Launch this program by clicking Start Æ All
Programs Æ Turtle Beach Æ Audio Advantage
SRM Æ Demo Files Æ Helicopter Demo
This program lets you hear 3D sound effects by
navigating the helicopter flight pattern that circles
around your head.
Launch this program by clicking Start Æ All
Programs Æ Turtle Beach Æ Audio Advantage
SRM Æ Demo Files Æ Multi-channel Audio Demo
Click on the [Music] and [Sound Effect] menu items to
hear music and sounds that demo the audio effects.
Press Stop to end the demos.
Press [HRTF] to launch the Helicopter Battle Game
demo described below.
Launch this program by clicking on the [HRTF] menu
item in the Multi-channel Audio Demo (see above
screen).
This program lets you hear 3D sound effects by
navigating the helicopter flight pattern and firing
missiles.
ROCK WAR GAME
Launch this program by clicking Start Æ All
Programs Æ Turtle Beach Æ Audio Advantage
SRM Æ Demo Files Æ Rock War Game
This interactive game lets you hear 3D sound effects
by “blasting” asteroids as they fly by.
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Voyetra® Demo Software
The Installation CD also includes the following demo programs which may be installed from
the SRM Setup screen by clicking Voyetra Products then selecting the program name. From
there, click the Install button from the program’s sub menu. After installing, launch the
program from the Start Æ All Programs menu.
MusicWrite™ Demo
Audio Advantage SRM
A powerful notation program that's easy to use!
This demo version lets you compose music in a way that’s easy to
understand. Select a staff, select the instruments and you’re on
your way! It’s never been easier to go from creative inspiration to
great sheet music. All of your musical creations can be viewed,
printed and played back with ease. With Songwriter you can keep
your focus on what’s important—your music!
For information on how to upgrade to the full version, visit
www.voyetra.com
.
Record Producer™ Demo
Compose and edit music with your MIDI keyboard!
This demo version turns your MIDI-equipped PC into a desktop
music production studio. Record your song using MIDI and digital
audio tracks, edit every nuance, then play it back for others to
enjoy! Whether you are a keyboard prodigy or can barely play a
note, let Record Producer unleash the songwriter within you!
For information on how to purchase a USB MIDI interface for
connecting your MIDI music keyboard, visit www.voyetra.com
www.TurtleBeach.com
.
For the latest updates, as well as user tips, Knowledge Base articles and
information on other Turtle Beach and Voyetra products, please visit
www.TurtleBeach.com
and www.Voyetra.com .
or
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SRM Connectors and Controls
Feature Function
Status Light
Volume/Mute
Control
5.1 Channel Line
& Headphones
Output
Headphones Out This jack can drive stereo headphones or powered stereo speakers:
Microphone Input
(Stereo)
The status light indicates the following states:
GREEN: When the unit is powered on, the Green light will remain on. When audio
is playing, the light will flash.
RED: When the unit is muted (see below), the light will turn Red.
YELLOW: When the unit detects and IR signal from the remote control, a yellow
light will flash momentarily.
This control adjusts the master volume when pushed up or down.
To mute all outputs, push in the control. The status light will turn RED when mute is
activated.
NOTE: Stereo, 4, 6 and 8 channel speaker configurations are selected from the
Control Panel “Speakers” Tab.
Use this DIN socket to connect Turtle Beach Ear Force Surround Sound
Headphones, or a set of 5.1 powered analog speakers with the included breakout
cable.
See the “connecting speakers” section for details on how to connect
speakers. See the section on “Ear Force Headphones” for details on how to
connect the headphones.
When the Control Panel “Speakers” Tab is in Headphones, Stereo, 4 speaker or
5.1 speaker modes, the front channels are routed to this jack.
When the Control Panel “Speakers” Tab is in 7.1 speaker mode, channels 7 and
8 are routed to this jack, while channels 1 – 6 are routed to the 5.1 channel output
on the MINI DIN socket described above.
The signals routed to this jack may be changed by accessing the Speaker Options
button (“…”) next to the speaker configuration pull-down menu in the Control Panel
Speakers Tab. (The Speaker Options button is only available in 4, 5.1, and 7.1
Speaker modes.)
This jack accepts mono or stereo microphones. Power for an electret microphone
is provided on both the ring and tip of the jack.
When a microphone plug is inserted into the jack, the internal microphones are
disabled.
A gain boost is accessible from the Mixer tab by clicking the “…” button under the
Mic volume slider and placing a check in the “Microphone Boost” option.
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Internal
Microphones
(Stereo L & R)
Line In L/R
S/PDIF Digital In
Line Out L/R
S/PDIF Digital Out
IR Remote
Control Sensor
The two internal microphones operate in the same manner as an external
microphone. Mic level and boost is accessible in the SRM Control Panel Mixer Tab.
The internal stereo microphones are disabled when a microphone plug is inserted
into the microphone jack.
This jack operates in two modes:
Line Input: Accepts line-level sources, such as CD players, cassette players, etc..
S/PDIF Input: When the included optical adapter is inserted into this jack, it
becomes an optical S/PDIF input for recording digital audio from external sources.
Settings for controlling S/PDIF functions are in the Control Panel Speakers Tab.
This jack operates in two modes:
Line Output: This line-level output for the front channels is identical to the front
channel line output available on the MINI DIN socket described above. However,
this line output is intended to drive line level inputs such as powered speakers or
inputs on external recording devices.
S/PDIF Output: When the included optical adapter is inserted into this jack, it
becomes an optical S/PDIF output for playing digital audio. This allows for passthrough of Dolby® Digital and DTS® multi-channel DVD sound to external A/V
receivers or digital speaker systems.
Settings for controlling S/PDIF functions are in the Control Panel Speakers Tab.
Aim the infra red (IR) remote control at this sensor when using the remote control
functions.
Whenever the remote control signal is sensed, the status light will flash yellow.
Using a MIDI keyboard requires a USB MIDI interface, available at the Turtle Beach
Web Site www.TurtleBeach.com.
Minimum System Requirements
Processor Pentium 800 MHz / compatible or higher with one available USB port.
RAM 128 MB System RAM (512MB for Windows Vista)
Hard Drive Approximately 100 MB free space is required during the driver / application
Display 1024x768 High Color (24-bit)
Operating Systems Windows® 2000, XP (32 & 64 bit), XP Media Center Edition, Vista
CD-ROM Drive CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive required for software installation. A DVD drive, a
Speakers High quality sound system, powered speakers or headphones are recommended.
installation process.
compatible software DVD player application, and a high quality 5.1 Surround
speaker system (five powered speakers plus a powered subwoofer) or Turtle
Beach Ear Force Surround Sound headphones are required for playing back
Dolby® Digital (AC-3) audio from DVD movies.
A digital speaker system or home theater A/V receiver with optical TOSLINK
inputs is necessary for connecting the optical digital output.
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Optional Remote Control
The Audio Advantage SRM supports an optional infra-red (IR) remote that may be
programmed to control some of SRM’s functions as well as other Windows programs.
The Remote Control includes a configuration program that lets you assign PC-keyboard keys
to the remote control buttons and save them as templates for controlling specific programs.
A set of predefined templates for popular programs is included.
⇒ For more details, or to purchase the Remote Control Upgrade, please visit
www.TurtleBeach.com.
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Chapter 2
Installation
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Installing the Audio Advantage SRM
Do not connect the SRM to a USB port until after you’ve run the Setup
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Installation Procedure
1. Close any programs (including anti-virus programs) that are running so they will not
2. Place the SRM Installation CD into your CD ROM drive. If the installation menu does
3. When the installation menu appears, select the first option, called Setup Audio
program on the Installation CD! The install will prompt you when to connect
the SRM to the USB port.
interfere with the installation process.
not appear within 30 seconds, click on the My Computer icon, browse to the root
directory of the installation CD and run SETUP.EXE.
Advantage SRM.
The SRM Installation Menu lets you install
the SRM Applications and Drivers,
AudioSurgeon LE, the Voyetra music
programs, software utilities and provides
additional information about Turtle Beach
and Voyetra products.
4. When the second menu appears, select Install Drivers and Applications.
5. When prompted by the software installation, connect the SRM to a free USB port with
the included USB cable. (Power is provided by the USB port, so you don’t need an
external power adapter.) When SRM’s green light turns on, click “Yes” to continue.
After inserting the SRM into the USB Port,
if the Windows “Add New Hardware
Wizard” screen is displayed, click on the
Cancel button to end this process.
6. When the welcome screen appears, click Next to continue.
7. When the End User License Agreement screen appears, if you choose to continue
with the installation select “I accept…” and click Next to continue.
8. When the Setup Type screen appears, select “Complete”, then click Next to
continue. When the next screen appears, click Install to continue.
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Windows XP Unsigned Driver Message
Windows Vista Unsigned Driver Message
Audio Advantage SRM
If a Windows Unsigned Drivers message appears explaining that the software has not
passed Windows Logo testing or does not have a Digital Signature, click "Continue
Anyway" (for Windows XP) or "Install this driver software anyway" (for Windows
Vista).
9. When the Ready to Install the Program screen appears, click Install to launch the
install process. If you need to make any changes before you install, click the Back
button to return to the option you need to modify.
10. Click Finish to complete and exit the installation. When you’re prompted to reboot
your computer, click OK.
After your PC reboots…
The SRM control panel should automatically launch after your PC reboots. With the SRM
still connected to the USB port, you should see a Turtle Beach Palm Tree Logo in the
System Tray located at the bottom right of your screen. Note that the icon in the System
Tray will be a Turtle Beach Palm Tree when the SRM is plugged into the USB port and
will change to a dual LED when it’s unplugged.
Click on the Turtle Beach icon to launch a pop-up menu, which under Windows XP
includes the following items:
Control Panel: Launches the SRM Control Panel.
Device Status: Indicates if Windows has detected the SRM connected to the
USB port.
Updates: Checks the Turtle Beach web site for new drivers or programs that you
may want to download for updating your SRM.
About: Brings up the SRM Control Panel “About Box”.
Demo: Launches the 3DPlay Demo program for checking out the features and to
see if it’s operating properly.
In Windows Vista…
When changing the Speaker Configuration in the SRM control panel, a User Account
Control window will appear asking for permission for the “Turtle Beach Audio
Configuration Tool” – this is an operating system security feature that is new to Windows
Vista. Since the SRM control panel runs automatically following the reboot after
installation of the drivers, this will be seen when the Windows desktop loads.
When Vista’s User Account Control is enabled, in order for the SRM Control Panel to
make the Speaker Configuration change you desire, you have to click ‘Continue’ on the
User Account Control dialog that appears.
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Checking the Installed Programs…
Click on Start Æ All Programs Æ Turtle Beach Æ Audio Advantage SRM and you
should see a list of programs in the menu. Use these programs to check out the audio
features on your newly installed SRM.
Always reconnect the SRM to the same USB port used during this
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installation. If you connect it to a different USB port, Windows will recognize it
as a new USB device and ask if you’d like to reinstall the SRM drivers. To use
the SRM in the new USB port, click Yes to install the drivers. Otherwise, reinsert
it into the USB port used during the original installation.
Product Registration…
At this point, please take a minute to register on-line by clicking Start Æ All Programs Æ
Turtle Beach Æ Audio Advantage SRM Æ Online Registration (your Internet
connection must be active during installation). When the registration screen appears,
enter the product ID from the back of your Quick Start Guide.
Checking the Driver Installation
1. Click on the System icon from the Control panel: Start Æ Control Panel Æ
System.
2. In Windows 2000/XP, click the Hardware Tab, then click Device Manager. In
Vista, click “Device Manager” on the left side of the System window.
3. Click on Sound, Video and Game Controllers to see if Audio Advantage SRM
Device is listed (as illustrated below.)
4. Right click on Audio Advantage SRM Device and select Properties.
5. The Device Status should say “This device is working properly” as shown below.
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Optimizing Playback Performance in Windows 2000/XP
For optimum performance, adjust the System
Hardware Acceleration and Sample Rate
Conversion Quality to Full and Best in the
Advanced Audio Properties Window.
1. Click Start Æ Control Panel Æ Sounds
and Audio Devices Æ Audio Tab.
2. Make sure that the default device for
sound playback and sound recording is
set to Audio Advantage SRM Device.
3. Click the Advanced button in the Sound
Playback section to activate the
Advanced Audio Properties window.
4. Click the Performance tab.
5. Set the Hardware Acceleration slider to
“Full” and the Sample Rate Conversion
Quality slider to “Best”.
6. Click OK to close all of the open windows.
Audio Advantage SRM
Installing AudioSurgeon LE
The AudioSurgeon LE program is installed from the SRM installation screen as follows:
1. From the first installation menu, select
Setup Audio Advantage SRM.
2. When the second menu appears, select
Install AudioSurgeon LE.
3. After the installation is completed, run
AudioSurgeon LE by clicking Start Æ
Voyetra AudioSurgeon LE Æ
AudioSurgeon LE, or by clicking the
desktop icon (if you chose to install it.)
Uninstalling the SRM Driver and Applications
The SRM Driver and Applications may be uninstalled from your hard drive and removed
from the Programs menu as follows:
1. Click on Start Æ All Programs Æ Turtle Beach Æ Audio Advantage SRM Æ
Uninstall Turtle Beach Audio Advantage SRM.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
3. After you’ve uninstalled the programs, shut down your PC, unplug the SRM from the
USB port, and reboot your PC.
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