Razer KRAKEN Pro User manual

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Feast your ears on full-blooded gaming audio with the Razer Kraken USB. Everything in
your games will be heard in immersive virtual surround, customizable to your needs via
the Razer Surround calibration software. An included anti-noise microphone ensures
teamwork and VOIP calls are conducted in absolute clarity.

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

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1. PACKAGE CONTENTS / SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Razer Kraken USB Gaming Headset
Important Product Information Guide
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
PC/Mac with USB port
Windows® 8 / Windows® 7 / Windows Vista® / Mac OS X (10.7-10.9)
Internet connection (for driver installation)
At least 100MB of free hard disk space

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2. REGISTRATION / TECHNICAL SUPPORT
REGISTRATION
Sign up now for a Razer Synapse account to get real-time information on your
produt’s arrat status. To learn more about Razer Synapse and all its features, visit
www.razerzone.com/synapse.
If you are already a Razer Synapse user, register your product by clicking on your email
address at the Razer Synapse application and select Warranty Status from the
dropdown list.
To register your product online, visit www.razerzone.com/registration. Please note that
you will not be able to view your warranty status if you register via the website.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
What ou’ll get:
• 1 year liited aufaturer’s arrat.
• Free olie tehial support at www.razersupport.com.
Your produt’s serial uer a e foud
inside the leatherette ear cup, as shown
here.

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
HEADPHONES
Drivers: 32mm Neodymium magnets
Frequency response: 20Hz –20kHz
Impedae:  Ω
Sensitivity @ 1kHz: 112dB
Output power: 30mW
Connector: Gold plated USB
Cable length: 2m / 6.56ft rubber USB cable
Approximate weight: 250g
MICROPHONE
Frequency response: 100Hz –12kHz
Sensitivity @ 1kHz: -40dB ± 4dB
Signal-to-noise ratio: 63dB
Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional

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4. DEVICE LAYOUT
A. Adjustable Padded Headband
B. Circumaural, Leatherette Ear Cushions
C. Razer Logo Lighting
D. Unidirectional Analog Microphone
E. Gold plated USB connector

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5. USING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN USB
USING THE MICROPHONE

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

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6. INSTALLING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN USB
Step 1: Connect your Razer device to the USB port of your computer.
Step 2: Install Razer Synapse when prompted* or download the installer from
www.razerzone.com/synapse.
Step 3: Create your Razer ID or login to Synapse with your existing Razer ID.
*Applicable for Windows 8 or later.
Note: By default, the Razer Kraken USB headset works out of the box as a stereo headset. To achieve 7.1
surround sound, please install Synapse to set up virtual 7.1 surround sound.

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7. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN USB
Disclaimer: The features listed here require you to log in to Razer Synapse. These features are also
subject to change based on the current software version and your Operating System.
Your Razer Kraken USB 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 USB 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.