Creative Sound Blaster EVO Zx User manual

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Congratulations!
Thank you for choosing the Sound Blaster EVO Zx entertainment headset.
The Evo Zx is a headset with advanced audio processing on the go! With the built-in SBAxx-1 chip, the
Evo Zx 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 Zx via Bluetooth amazingly easy.
Beyond that, the beam-forming dual microphone array guarantees crystal clear communication in any
environment.
Package Checklist
Your Sound Blaster EVO Zx package comes with the following:
lThe Sound Blaster EVO Zx
lMicroUSB-to-USB cable - Length: 1.8m (5.91ft)
l4-pole analog cable - Length: 1.2m (3.94ft)
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.

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1 - Volume Control
2 - Next Track / Forward Button
3 - Previous Track / Rewind Button
4 - Power &SBXON / OFF Button
5 - Multifunction Button / NFCZone
6 - 4-pole Analog Jack
7 - MicroUSB Port

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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
*Cable not included

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Using Your Sound Blaster EVO Zx
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 / BTdevices OR
4. Connect the headset to your computer / mobile device
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 (available separately). The LEDflashes red when charging.
Using Your Headset While Charging
During subsequent charges, you can use your headset while it charges. The LED will light 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 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Zx 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/downloads/EVOZx/ 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/downloads/EVOZx/ and locate the soft-
ware 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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Step 3: Pair the headset with your NFC / BT devices
NFCPairing
Bring your NFC-enabled device close (20mm) to the NFCzone / Multifunction button. The LED will
light in blue for 3 seconds and a 3-note tone will be heard to indicate successful pairing. Play music
from your device and experience superb audio realism and stunning 3D surround effects with the
Sound Blaster Central.
If you wish to unpair the devices, simply tap your NFC device on the headset again.
NFC
Note:
The headset is ready to use when the device displays "Sound Blaster EVO Zx is connected" .

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Manual Pairing
Step i: Activate pairing mode on the headset
Turn on your headset. If the headset has not been paired with any devices previously, it will go into
Bluetooth discoverable mode. Otherwise, it will be automatically paired to previously paired devices.
The Bluetooth discoverable mode is only available for 60 seconds after the headset is turned on. To
activate Bluetooth again, press the Multifunction button for 5 seconds. The LED will begin to flash
slowly in blue for 60 seconds while waiting to be connected.
Step ii: Activate pairing mode on your device
Activate Bluetooth on your smart device. From the list of discovered Bluetooth devices, select "SB Evo
ZX".
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