Turtle Beach Elite 800 User Manual
WIRELESS NOISECANCELLING DTS SURROUND SOUND HEADSET
USER GUIDE
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Turtle Beach
Elite 800 Headset
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Elite 800 Transmitter & Magnetic
Charging Stand
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USB Transmitter
Cable
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USB Programming
Cable
Mobile Cable Digital Optical Cable Turtle Beach Sticker Turtle Beach Elite
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Program Welcome
PRESET
REFERENCE
Elite 800
Preset Reference
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About the Elite 800 5
Parts and controls 7
Headset Charging 10
PS4™ and PS3™ Console Setup 11
PS4™ Setup 12
PS3™ Setup 14
Xbox One™ Setup 16
Windows® and Mac® OSX Computer Setup 20
Wired Setup 21
Bluetooth Pairing 22
Bluetooth Operation 23
Pairing the Headset and Transmitter 24
Active Noise Cancellation 25
Adjusting the Sound 26
Firmware Upgrades and Personalization 29
Replacing Rocker Plates 30
Specifications 31
Troubleshooting tips 32
Important safety information 34
Regulatory Compliance Statement 35
Declaration of Conformity 36
Warranty 40
About the Elite 800
The Turtle Beach Elite 800 is a sophisticated gaming headset designed to unlock the audio potential of games, music, movies and more. To get the most from your Elite 800, please take a few moments to review this introduction.
Overview
Welcome to the future of gaming audio with Turtle Beach Elite. Powerful sound, abundant comfort and dynamic function
combine to exceed your wildest expectations with the Turtle Beach Elite 800. Uncompromising, the Elite 800 is the ultimate
in completely wireless PS4 & PS3 noise-cancelling, surround sound gaming audio.
Silence is Golden
Eliminate unwanted distractions with Active Noise Cancellation in
console and mobile modes.
Crystal Clear Wireless
Intelligent channel-hopping for an interference-free
wireless experience.
DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Surround Sound
Creates an amazing, 3D 360-degree sound stage with unmatched
spatial accuracy.
Enhanced DTS Surround Sound Modes & Presets
Custom DTS Surround Sound modes combine with enhanced Turtle
Beach genre-specific presets to further immerse you in your favorite
games, movies and music.
Hidden, High-Quality Microphones
Dual hidden microphones, with environmental presets to ensure you are
always heard – regardless of your surroundings.
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About the Elite 800
Magnetic Charging Stand
Low profile magnetic charging stand keeps your Elite 800 fully charged
without cables.
Bluetooth Versatility
Enjoy wireless Bluetooth connectivity with all your mobile devices
including PS Vita™.
Never Miss a Text or Call
Pair your mobile phone to hear text notifications or take calls
while gaming.
Rechargeable Battery
Built-in rechargeable battery delivers over 10 hours
of wireless gaming.
Companion App
Download the Ear Force Audio Hub app for Android™ OS to wirelessly
change presets on the fly using your mobile phone or tablet.
Swappable Rocker Plates
Easy-to-use rocker plates can be swapped with new designs from
turtlebeach.com/speakerplates.
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About the Elite 800
Separate Volume Controls
Set your mix of game and chat volume levels right on the headset.
Stop SHOUTING!
Mic Monitoring lets you hear your own voice in the headset
to avoid shouting.
Dynamic Chat Boost™
Even during loud gameplay spikes, chat volume automatically rises to
ensure you never miss a command.
Easy Setup
Setup is easy from the USB and optical connections to the magnetic
charging stand, which doubles as the wireless transmitter
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Parts and controls
Headset Controls: Left Earcup
Game Volume +/- Buttons
Raise and lower the Game Volume.
Power/ANC Button
Press = Active Noise Cancellation On/Off
Press and Hold = Headset Power On/Off
Mobile Connection
Power LED
HEADSET STATUS
Red = Charging
Blue = Active Noise Cancellation Off/Fully Charged
Pink = Active Noise Cancellation On
PAIRING STATUS
Single Blink = Headset Connected
Double Blink = Headset Not Connected
Bluetooth/Multi-Function Button
See the “Bluetooth Pairing
and Operation,” pages 22-23.
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Parts and controls
Headset Controls: Right Earcup
Preset Button
Press = Cycle through Turtle Beach
Signature Audio Presets. A voice prompt
in the Headset will confirm your
selection.
Press and Hold = Cycle through DTS
Headphone:X Surround Modes. A voice
prompt in the Headset will confirm your
selection.
Bluetooth Status LED
AUDIO MODE
Blue = Call Mode (HSP)
Pink = Stereo Mode (A2DP)
PAIRING STATUS
Single Blink = Headset Connected
Double Blink = Headset Not Connected
Chat Volume +/- Buttons
Raise and lower Chat Volume
Mic Mute Button
Press = Mic On/Off. A high tone in the
Headset will confirm Mic On. A low tone
will confirm Mic Off.
Press and Hold = Cycle through Mic Presets.
Quiet Room > Normal Room > Loud Room >
Outdoor.
A voice prompt in the Headset will confirm
your selection. For more information, see
“Adjusting Sound,” page 26.
USB Charging Port.
For more information, see
“Headset Charging,” page 10.
Charging Contacts
DTS Headphone:X Surround Modes
OFF
GAME MODE MOVIE MODE MUSIC MODE SURROUND OFF
· Signature Sound
· Shooter
· Racing
· Sports
· Superhuman hearing
· Footstep Focus
· Signature Sound
· Action
· Horror
· Drama
· Signature Sound
· Stadium
· Acoustic
· Drama
· Natural Sound
· Bass Booster
· Bass & Treble Booster
· Vocal Booster
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Parts and controls
Transmitter: Front
Transmitter: Back
Bluetooth Status LED
CHARGING STATUS
Red = Headset Seated on Transmitter
Blue = Headset Not Seated on Transmitter
PAIRING STATUS
Solid On = Headset Wirelessly Connected
Double Blink = Headset Not Connected
To initiate pairing, in the unlikely event that it
becomes necessary. See “Pairing the Headset
Power and Chat USB
Pairing Button
and Transmitter,” page 24.
Programming USB
For programming only. See “Firmware
Upgrades and Personalization,” page 29.
Digital Optical Audio Input
For connection to your Console
Digital Optical Audio Out
For connection to a television
or external audio system.
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Headset Charging
Even when the Elite 800 operates via wired connection to mobile devices, it can still use the internal amplifier and so requires
power from its rechargeable battery. When charging, both the Headset Power LED and the Transmitter LED will glow Red.
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1.Connect the USB end of the USB Transmitter Cable to a USB port on the game console or computer.
2.Connect the micro-USB end of the USB Charging Cable to the Power and Chat USB Port on the Transmitter.
3. Place the Headset on the Transmitter. Align the charging contacts on the right earcup of the Headset with the charging pins
on the right side of the Transmitter.
NOTE: The Status LED on the front of the Transmitter will turn Red when the Headset is properly seated on the Transmitter. If
the Status LED is Blue or Pink, properly align the charging contacts of the Headset. If you are running older headset firmware
you may hear “Powering On, Power Off” prompts when first charging the headset. This is normal.
It is also possible to recharge the Headset during game play, with the use of a third-party USB-A-to-micro-USB cable, sold
separately. We recommend a cable of sufficient length for comfortable game play.
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1. Connect the USB end of the third-party cable to a USB port on the game console or computer.
2. Connect the micro-USB end of the third-party cable to the USB Charging Port on the Headset.
NOTE: The Power LED on the Headset does not indicate charging status when you recharge via USB cable.
WARNING: Never fully deplete the battery then put the unit in storage, as this may cause irreversible damage to the battery.
Following these simple guidelines will ensure that your Turtle Beach wireless headset will provide many hours of enjoyment.
NOTE: In order to achieve and maintain optimal battery performance for your Turtle Beach wireless headset, proper care is
required when charging and storing. Always charge the battery before storing the unit for more than 3 months! Never store the
unit in temperatures above 113°F/45°C. Store the headset at room temperature (72°F/22.5°C) and at humidity below 75%.
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PS4™ and PS3™ Console Setup
The Elite 800 headset is designed for use with PS4™ and PS3™ consoles.
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DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
1. Connect the USB end of the USB Transmitter Cable to a USB port on the game console.
2. Connect the micro-USB end of the USB Transmitter Cable to the main USB port on the Transmitter.
NOTE: Do not use the USB port labeled “PROGRAM ONLY.”
3. Connect the Digital Optical Cable from the Digital Out port of the game console to the Digital In port of the Transmitter.
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PS4™ Setup
Linear PCM 44.1kHz
Linear PCM 48.kHz
Primary Output Port
Primary Output Port
Select the input format supported by the device (TV, AV amplifier or receiver) that is connected using the
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) port.
Note that if the device does not support the selected format, the speakers might be damaged.
Dolby Digital 5.1ch
DTS 5.1ch
AAC
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Audio Output Settings
Audio Format (Priority)
4. In the PS4 menu, go to Settings > Sound and Screen >
Audio Output Settings > Primary Output Port > Digital Out
(OPTICAL).
5. In the check-off boxes, select ONLY Dolby Digital 5.1 ch.
NOTE: Do not select DTS. While the Elite 800 features DTS
Headphone:X surround sound, the system requires a Dolby
Digital input signal.
OK
6. Go to Settings >> Sound and Screen >>
Audio Output Settings >> Audio Format (Priority)
7. Select Bitstream (Dolby)
Linear PCM
Bitstream (Dolby)
Bitstream (DTS)
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Audio Devices
Input Device USB Headset(Turtle Beach Elite 800 Chat)
Output Device
Adjust Microphone Level
Volume Control (Headphones)
Output to Headphones
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USB Headset(Turtle Beach Elite 800 Chat)
Chat Audio
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8. Go to Settings >> Devices >> Audio Devices
9. Select USB Headset(Turtle Beach Elite 800 Chat)
for Input & Output Device
10. Set Output to Headphones to Chat Audio
11. Set Volume Control (Headphones) level to maximum
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PS4™ Setup
Too Low Good Too High
Microphone Level
Speak into the microphone and adjust the microphone level so that the input volume is in the
[Good] range.
Increase the microphone level if the input volume is too low, and decrease the microphone level
if the input volume is too high.
Input Volume
Microphone Level
OK
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12. Go to Settings > Devices > Audio Devices > Headsets and
Headphones > Microphone Level.
13. Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate your
microphone
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