Creative Sound Blaster EVO ZxR User manual

Congratulations! 1

Congratulations!

Thank you for choosing the Sound Blaster EVO ZxR entertainment headset.

The EVO ZxR is a headset with advanced audio processing on the go! With the built-in SB-Axx1 chip,

the EVO ZxR meets the needs of today’s mobile consumers by enhancing compressed audio from

online sources.

It’s wireless too; NFC makes pairing your smart device with the EVO ZxR via Bluetooth amazingly

easy. Beyond that, the beam-forming dual microphone array guarantees crystal clear communication

in any environment.

The EVO ZxR also comes with ANC or Active Noise Cancellation, which is really helpful on an airplane

for cancelling out the rumble of the engines, so you can listen to your music or watch a movie and still

get a great audio experience. The TalkThrough feature on the other hand allows you to have a

conversation without taking off your headset.

Package Checklist

Your Sound Blaster EVO ZxR package comes with the following:

lThe Sound Blaster EVO ZxR

lMicroUSB-to-USB cable - Length: 1.8m (5.91ft)

l4-pole analog cable - Length: 1.2m (3.94ft)

lCable length: 1.2m (3.94ft) plus splitter adapter 0.6m (1.97ft)

lUSB power adapter and plugs

lAirplane adapter

lTravel carry case

lQuick Start leaflet

Minimum System Requirements

lIntel Core™2 Duo processor 2.2 GHz, AMD Athlon 64x2 Dual Core or equivalent processor

lMicrosoft® Windows® 8 64-bit or 32-bit, Windows 7 64-bit or 32-bit, Windows Vista 64-bit or

32-bit; Macintosh OS X 10.5.8 and above

l1GB RAM

lPowered USB 2.0/3.0 port

For Sound Blaster Central,

liOS version 5.0 and above

lAndroid version 2.2 and above

Note:

Due to programming changes, the recommended system requirements for the software and

applications may change over time.

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More Help

For the latest news and products for the Sound Blaster, please visit www.soundblaster.com. The site

also includes information on making purchases, technical help and the latest software updates.

Alternatively, install the Sound Blaster Central mobile app. Explore the Resources page to find out

more about Sound Blaster and your product.

Using Creative Software AutoUpdate

Locating, downloading and installing updates for your Creative products is now simpler and faster with

the web-based Creative Software AutoUpdate system.

When you connect to Creative Software AutoUpdate via the Internet, the website will analyze your

computer system to determine your operating system, language and which Creative products are

connected to your system.

When this analysis is completed, you will then be given a list of only the most relevant software

updates for your connected products. The files can then be retrieved and installed.

To learn more about the Creative Software AutoUpdate, please visit www.soundblaster.com/support.

Notes:

First-time users of Creative Software AutoUpdate may be prompted to authorize the download

of a browser component required for system analysis. Check to ensure that this content is

signed by Creative Labs, Inc., then click the Yes button.

Please ensure that all your Creative products are connected and installed on the same computer

running Creative Software AutoUpdate.

Overview 3

Overview

1 - Volume Control

2 - Next Track / Forward Button

3 - Previous Track / Rewind Button

4 - Active Noise Cancellation Button

5 - TalkThrough Button

6 - Multifunction Button / NFCZone

7 - Power &SBX Button*

8 - 4-pole Analog Jack

9 - MicroUSB Port

* Press and hold: Turns on/off the headset.

When playing music/movies: Activates/deactivates SBX Pro Studio

When making calls: Activates/deactivates CrystalVoice™ inNoiseReduction.

Overview 4

Flexible Connection Options

Connect to your Smart Devices via Bluetooth

4-pole Analog Cable to your Smart Devices

USBCable to your PC/Mac

Splitter Cable to your Soundcard

Airplane Adapter to an In-flight Entertainment System

Using Your Sound Blaster EVO ZxR 5

Using Your Sound Blaster EVO ZxR

Set up your headset in four simple steps:

1. Charge your headset

2. Install the mobile app / software

3. Pair the headset with your NFC / Bluetooth devices OR

4. Connect the headset via USB cable / analog cable

Step 1 :Charge your headset

You are recommended to charge your headset for 8 hours before it is used for the first time. Connect

your headset to your computer using the MicroUSB-to-USB cable, or connect it to a power supply via

an adapter. The LEDflashes or lights up in red when charging.

Connecting to a Computer

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Connecting to a Power Supply

Note:

Charging time: up to 5 hours

Installation and Removal of Power Adapter with Interchangeable Plugs

(A) Twist it clockwise gently until it locks firmly in place.

(B) Twist counterclockwise to unlock and remove the plug head.

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Using Your Headset While Charging

During subsequent charges, you can use your headset while it charges. The LED will flash or light up in

red while charging and return to its last status when fully charged.

You can also check the status of the battery via the battery indicator at the top right corner of the

Sound Blaster EVO Control Panel. Please refer to Using the Software for details on this software.

Note:

The low battery tone will start beeping to inform users of its status approximately 15 minutes

before the headset is completely powered off.

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Step 2 :Install the mobile app / software

Sound Blaster Central mobile app

Sound Blaster EVO ZxR comes with an amazing app, Sound Blaster Central, that supports both iOS and

Android OS, so you can customize your audio – you now have total control right from the palm of your

hand. Download Sound Blaster Central from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

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Sound Blaster EVOControl Panel

Your headset is now ready for use. However, you can enhance your audio and voice experience via an

optional software package that can be downloaded and installed into your PC or Mac. We recommend

that you download and install this software to make full use of all the features that your headset is

equipped with.

Note:

Please ensure that your headset is turned on and plugged into your computer before

downloading and installing the software.

For Windows

1. Using a standard web browser, visit www.soundblaster.com/QSL/EVOZxR/ and locate the

software package for the Windows operating system for your product.

2. Download this package into your local hard disk.

3. Locate and launch the software package.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

5. When prompted, restart your computer.

6. Launch the application by clicking Start > Programs or All Programs > Creative >Sound

Blaster EVO > Sound Blaster EVO Control Panel.

For Mac

1. Using your web browser, visit www.soundblaster.com/QSL/EVOZxR/ and locate the software

package for the Mac OS for your product.

2. Download this package into your local hard disk.

3. Double-click the downloaded file to decompress it.

4. Double-click the uncompressed DMG file.

5. Double-click the Install icon and follow the subsequent on-screen instructions to complete the

installation.

6. Launch the Sound Blaster EVO Control Panel from the Applications > Creative >Sound

Blaster EVO folder.

For more details on the software and the various features it has to offer, refer to Using the

Software.

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