Razer Kraken 7.1 User manual

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Get the complete 7.1 surround sound gaming experience with the Razer Kraken 7.1
USB gaming headset. This headset adopts the comfortable form factor of the Razer
Kraken Pro, tested by numerous professional gamers to determine the optimal
ergonomics for extended gaming sessions.
The full potential of the Razer Kraken 7.1 is unleashed by its advanced 7.1 virtual
surround sound engine. Driven by Razer’s powerful Synapse 2.0 unified configuration
software, this highly customizable engine modulates sound to simulate a 360° surround
sound experience, allowing you to precisely pinpoint directional audio to know exactly
where your enemies are. The headset’s 40mm neodymium magnet drivers power a
sound signature that features deep bass, warm mids and crystal-clear highs, for total
gaming immersion.
Featuring a retractable microphone hidden in the left ear cup when not in use, the
Razer Kraken 7.1 maintains a sleek form factor, all while protecting the microphone
during transportation and storage. This flexible, omnidirectional digital microphone
comes equipped with an optimized algorithm, promising a pristine voice quality
unachievable through traditional analog microphones. Boasting an impressive signal-
to-noise ratio and an extended wideband frequency response, the digital microphone
ensures a clear, natural sounding voice reproduction with minimal noise.
Feast your ears on full blooded gaming audio with the Razer Kraken 7.1 surround sound
gaming headset.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS................................................ 2
2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT............................................................... 2
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................... 3
4. DEVICE LAYOUT.................................................................................................. 4
5. USING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN 7.1 ........................................................................ 5
6. INSTALLING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN 7.1................................................................ 7
7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN 7.1............................................................ 8
8. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 18
9. LEGALESE ......................................................................................................... 19

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1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Razer Kraken 7.1
Quick Start Guide
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
PC/Mac with USB port
Windows® 8 / Windows® 7 / Windows Vista® / Mac OS X (10.6-10.8)
Internet connection (for driver installation)
At least 100MB of free hard disk space
2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT
REGISTRATION
Please visit www.razerzone.com/registration for online product registration.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
What you’ll get:
• 1 year limited manufacturer’s warranty.
• Free online technical support at www.razersupport.com.

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
HEADPHONES
Drivers: 40mm neodymium magnets
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz
Impedance: 32 Ω
Sensitivity @ 1kHz: 112dB
Output Power: 30mW
Connector: Gold plated USB
Cable Length: 2m / 6.56 ft braided USB cable
Approximate Weight: 340g
MICROPHONE
Frequency response: 100Hz –12kHz
Sensitivity @ 1kHz: -40dB ± 4dB
Signal-to-noise ratio: 63 dB
Pick-up pattern: Omnidirectional

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4. DEVICE LAYOUT
A. Adjustable Padded Headband
B. Foldable Ear Cup Design
C. Circumaural, Leatherette Ear Cushions
D. Razer Logo Lighting
E. Retractable Microphone
F. Microphone Mute/Unmute LED
G. Microphone Mute/Unmute button
H. Gold plated USB connector

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5. USING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN 7.1
USING THE RETRACTABLE MICROPHONE
Press the button to mute/unmute the microphone. The microphone LED will light up
when toggled unmute.

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EXTENDING YOUR HEADPHONE’S LIFESPAN
We recommend stretching the headphones gently apart before placing them over your
head to minimize headband stress. However, please avoid overstretching the
headphones beyond its technical limits.

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6. INSTALLING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN 7.1
Note: You may skip Steps 2-4 if you already have Razer Synapse 2.0 installed with an existing account.
Step 1: Plug the Razer Kraken 7.1 into the USB port of your computer.
Step 2: Download the Razer Synapse 2.0 installer from www.razerzone.com/synapse2.
Step 3: Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
Step 4: Register for a Razer Synapse 2.0 account and confirm your new account.
Step 5: Open Razer Synapse 2.0 and login to your account.
Step 6: Wait until the software automatically downloads and installs.
Note: By default, the Razer Kraken 7.1 headset works out of the box as a 2.0 (stereo) headset. To achieve 7.1
surround sound, please install Synapse 2.0 to set up virtual 7.1 surround sound.

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7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN 7.1
Disclaimer: The features listed here require you to log in to Razer Synapse 2.0. These features are also
subject to change based on the current software version and your Operating System.
Your Razer Kraken 7.1 headset is equipped with various software customizable features
to unleash its full power.
CALIBRATION TAB
A 3 step calibration wizard helps you set up your Razer Kraken 7.1 for virtual 7.1
surround sound. If you are setting up your audio device for the first time, we
recommend using this wizard for a step by step guide on the calibration process.
Click START to launch the wizard.

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Step 1 of 3
This step introduces the calibration process. Read the instructions carefully and ensure
that you are in a quiet environment in order to hear the audio prompts properly.
In this figure, the mannequin represents your position. The green arrows on each
segment represent the target direction of the audio playback for that particular
segment. Each orange line represents the last saved calibration settings configured on
Razer Surround.
Click Calibrate Now once you are ready to begin the calibration.