Creative SB1390 (SBX 10) User manual

User’s Guide

Model No.: SB1390 (SBX 10) / SB1360 (SBX 20)

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing Creative Sound BlasterAxx, the next generation Sound Blaster®that

incorporates the powerful SB-Axx1 sound and voice processor. It is equipped with speaker and

microphone functions for both listening and conferencing capabilities. The SBX 10 / SBX 20 (SB1390 /

SB1360) model design provides portability and low power consumption without compromising your

audio pleasure.

The SBX 10 / SBX 20 comprises both right and left drivers within a single tower structure. This system is

equipped with the following features:

lPortable form makes it ideal for laptop usage

lHigh quality audio

lSeamless support for various operating systems including Windows®8, Windows 7, Windows

Vista®and Mac®OS.

lPower efficient and environmentally friendly with its low power amplifier technology

lSpecialized software for different speaker enhancements and configurations

lSBX Pro Studio audio enhancements

lBuilt-in stereo microphones with CrystalVoice technology

lBuilt-in Bluetooth®Transceiver

Package Checklist

Your Sound BlasterAxx SBX 10 / SBX 20 package comes with the following components

lThe Sound BlasterAxx SBX 10 / SBX 20 tower

lMicroUSB cable

System Requirements

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

lMicrosoft®Windows 8 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit, OR

Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit, OR

Microsoft Windows Vista 64-bit, Windows Vista 32-bit, OR

Macintosh OS 10.5 and above

lPowered USB 2.0 port

Registering Your Product

Registering your product ensures you receive the most appropriate service and product support

available. You can register your product during installation or at www.creative.com/register. Please

note that your warranty rights are not dependent on registration.

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.

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.

Note:

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.

Understanding Your Sound BlasterAxx

The SBX 10 / SBX 20 is equipped with a variety of input and output jacks to enable connection to various

devices. A touchscreen interface located at the top of the Sound BlasterAxx gives you basic control over

the system's functions. This chapter looks at these features in detail.

The Sound BlasterAxx Tower

Jack Description

1LED Button A white LED indicates that the Sound BlasterAxx is

on. The Sound BlasterAxx is automatically powered

on when a valid power source is connected to it.

Power sources include:

lPC / Laptop via the microUSB cable

lPower socket connected to the USB Power

Adapter (available separately)

lUSBbattery pack (not included)

A blue LED indicates that the Sound BlasterAxx is

connected with a Bluetooth enabled device.

2Base The SBX 20 comes with a base packed separately

in the box.

lAttach the base onto the bottom of the Sound

BlasterAxx and tighten it gently by screwing it

clockwise.

lTo detach the base, screw it counterclockwise

and remove it from the Sound BlasterAxx.

Note: Only available for the SBX 20 model.

Connectivity - Input / Output Jacks

Jack Description

1Connect

Button

A blue LED indicates that the Sound BlasterAxx is

connected with a Bluetooth enabled device.

lEnsure the Sound BlasterAxx is powered on.

lPress and hold Connect button for 4 seconds to

enter pairing mode.

lTurn on Bluetooth feature on your device.

lSearch and select Sound BlasterAxx SBX 20 or

Sound BlasterAxx SBX 10. If password is

required, enter 0000 and connect to it.

Note: Enable the "Bluetooth Auto Connect" feature

to connect to a paired Bluetooth device

automatically when the Sound BlasterAxx is turned

on. Refer to Advanced Feature for details.

2MicroUSB Connects to USB ports of PC / laptop for audio

output.

3Headphone Connects to stereo headphones with a 3.50mm

(1/8-inch) plug.

4Aux / Mic In Connects to line-level sources (such as MP3

players) or microphones with a 3.50mm (1/8-inch)

plug. You can manually switch between AUX and

MICinputs via the Control Panel >Sound

interface.

TouchScreenControls

Toggle/Slider Description

1Voice Focus Toggles the Voice Focus functionON/OFF. Voice

Focus is ONwhen the LED is lighted and

dimmedotherwise.

2Noise Reduction Toggles the Noise Reduction function ON/OFF.

Noise Reduction is ON when the LED is lighted

and dimmed otherwise.

3Master Volume 9 segment slider indicates the speaker volume.

Slide upwards to increase the volume or slide

downwards to decrease the volume.

4SBX Toggles SBX Pro Studio audio enhancements

ON/OFF. The SBX Pro Studio is ON when the

LED is lighted and dimmedotherwise.

5Speaker Mute Indicates whether the speaker is muted. A red

LED indicates mute while a white LED indicates

otherwise.

6Microphone Mute Indicates whether the inbuilt microphone is

muted. A red LED indicates mute while a white

LED indicates otherwise.

7Call Button Toggles the Call function ON/OFF. Call is ON

when the LEDis lighted and dimmedotherwise.

Press to pick up call or to activate voice

command.

Note: LEDblink for phone ringing when it is

connected via Bluetooth.

Setting Up Your Sound BlasterAxx

The SBX 10 / SBX 20 is a new system with low power amplifier technology that enables the Sound

BlasterAxx to run on USB power while delivering performance which was previously possible only with

AC power. You can either connect the SBX 10 / SBX 20 to a computer via the USBor by connecting it to

the power supply, i.e. standalone mode.

Connecting to a Computer

Setting the default audio device (for Mac OS only)

(i) Go to System Preferences and click Sound.

(ii) Click the Output tab, then select Sound BlasterAxx SBX 10 or Sound BlasterAxx SBX 20.

(iii) Click the Input tab, then select Sound BlasterAxx SBX 10 or Sound BlasterAxx SBX 20.

Connecting to a Power Supply

Note:

USB Power Adapter available separately.

Using Your Sound BlasterAxx

Whether you wish to listen to your favorite tracks from MP3 players, experience realistic audio while

playing games on your PC and game consoles or receive clear voice and audio outputs during video /

audio conferencing without the hassle of an additional microphone or headset, your SBX 10 / SBX 20

provides the ideal solution.

Various scenarios where the Sound BlasterAxx can be used include:

lConnecting the Sound BlasterAxx For Audio Entertainment

Connect your Sound BlasterAxx to your computer via USB or to other portable entertainment

devices including MP3 players, mobile phones etc. via the AUX IN jack and enjoy clear audio quality.

You may also connect the Sound BlasterAxx to various Bluetooth enabled devices via Bluetooth for

group conferencing or music playback.

lConnecting the Sound BlasterAxx for Video / Audio Conferencing, Karaoke and Recording

The built-in microphone along with CrystalVoice technology provides a truly hands-free solution to

video / audio conferencing via the web. The "What You Hear" application further allows you to mix

the microphone input and the currently playing track or video with instant playback, creating a

Karaoke-type system on your computer. You may even record your Voice over IP (VoIP) calls and

internet telephony conversations.

lConnecting Headphones / Headsets

If required, headphones and headsets can be connected to the Sound BlasterAxx's headphone jack.

Connecting the Sound BlasterAxx For Audio Entertainment

The SBX 10 / SBX 20 is equipped with a MicroUSB jack, an Aux In jack, and a build-in Bluetooth

transceiver for connection to a wide array of devices. This section illustrates the connection.

Note:

The SBX 10 / SBX 20 must either be connected to a computer, a wall socket using a USB Power

Adapter (available separately) or an external USB battery pack (not included) for power.

PC / Mac

MP3 Players / CD Players and Other Portable Entertainment Devices

Bluetooth Enabled Devices

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