Viper V380 User manual

16.8 MILLION COLOR
ILLUMINATION
DESIGN STUNNING
LIGHTING EFFECTS
16.8 MILLION COLOR
ILLUMINATION
DESIGN STUNNING
LIGHTING EFFECTS

Viper V380 User Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Viper V380 gaming headset. This headset comes equipped
with a 7.1 virtual surround sound engine that brings true-to-life 360° audio to immerse you
deep in the game. The 53mm drivers produce crystal clear audio range, and a deep bass
response for gaming or musical enjoyment.
The integrated omni-directional microphone can transmit high quality communications
with premium environmental noise cancellation function (ENC). Pick up voice with great
sensitivity and removes background noise, enabling crystal clear communications during
game play. It comes with a flexible, removable mic design for ideal positioning, and LED
indicator to signal Mic On/Off function.
The manual controls for the headset are located directly on the left ear cup for quick
access and to eliminate the need for a bulky and heavy control unit on the headset cord.
Features / Technical Specifications:
• Ergonomic closed ear design for passive noise cancellation
• 7.1 Virtual surround sound
• Detachable, Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) microphone
• Hi-Fi 53mm neodymium drivers
• USB interface
• Durable braided 2.1m cable
• Convenient on-ear sound controls
• RGB illumination
Speaker:
• Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz
• Impedance: 64 Ω at 1kHz
• Sensitivity: 106dB ± 3dB at 1 kHz max
• Net weight: 310g
Microphone:
• Frequency response: 100Hz – 10kHz
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 60dB
• Sensitivity: -42dB ± 3dB
• Pick-up pattern: omnidirectional
Package Contents:
• Viper V380 gaming headset
• Quick Start Guide
• Viper Sticker

1. Hardware Installation
Connect the headset to computers USB port.
Wait 5~10 seconds for the headset to be recognized by the computer.
2. Software Installation
Please download the headset software from the product page at http://www.patriotmem-
ory.com to adjust the headset, surround sound, sound effects, profiles and more.
Once the software is downloaded, double click on the software to start the installation.
Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the process.
Launch the Viper Audio Center
Double click the (Viper) icon system tray to launch the headset software.
1. Detachable Mic
2. Lighting control
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3. Microphone Mute
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SPEAKER SETTINGS
Volume Controls
Adjust the L and R speaker volume to desired levels by moving sliders up or down. Click
on lock icon to adjust independently or together.
Adjust microphone volume in the same manner.
You can mute and unmute the speakers and mic by clicking on the speaker icon above
the sliders.
Equalizer Settings
Expand the equalizer settings on the left of the screen to turn ON/OFF the equalizer. You
may also turn ON/OFF equalizer by clicking the Equalizer button on the right of the
screen.
To adjust frequency, expand the equalizer settings on the left, turn ON, and click on
Default box to access the equalizer. Adjust frequencies to desired levels. The RESET
button will zero out the levels.

Xear Voice Clarity
Xear Voice Clarity Improves the clarity of received voices.
Expand the Xear Voice Clarity settings on the left of the screen to turn ON/OFF the Xear
Voice Clarity feature. You can also turn the function ON/OFF by clicking the Xear Voice
Clarity button on the right.
Move the slider to the desired levels to adjust the volume and to reduce the level of
background noise.
Xear 3D
Xear 3D sound enables the virtual 7.1 surround sound environment.
Expand the Xear 3D settings on the left of the screen to turn ON/OFF the Xear 3D feature.
You can also turn the function ON/OFF by clicking the Xear 3D button on the right.

MICROPHONE SETTINGS
Xear ENC
Xear ENC eliminates unwanted background noise by utilizing two microphones to
distinguish between your voice and ambient environmental background noise. The Xear
algorithm then cancels the background noise leaving clear voice communication.
Expand the Xear ENC settings on the left of the screen to turn ON/OFF the Xear ENC
feature. You can also turn the function ON/OFF by clicking the Xear ENC button on the
right.
(For best results, place the microphone close to mouth when using Xear ENC)
Xear Magic Voice
Xear Magic Voice enable you to disguise your voice transmissions. Options include male,
female, cartoon, or a monster.
Expand the Xear Magic Voice settings on the left of the screen to turn ON/OFF the Xear
Magic Voice feature. You can also turn the function ON/OFF by clicking the Xear ENC
button on the right.
Select one of the options from the icon list.

LIGHTING EFFECTS
You may customize the V380 lighting with up to 16.8 million colors to choose from, in the
lighting settings.
Expand the LIGHTING settings on the left of the screen to turn ON/OFF LIGHTING feature.
You can also turn the function ON/OFF by clicking the LIGHTING button on the right.
You have the option to select one of five preset lighting patterns
Constant – for static display of any color you select
Breathe – for an illumination, then fade to black effect of any color you select
Streamer - for a colorful display with a dynamic revolving pattern. (preset colors only)
Neon - for a dynamic cycle of lights covering the entire color spectrum. (preset colors only)
Rhythm – for a reactive display of any color you select. Reacts to gameplay sound effects or
music.
Adjust the brightness of LED or speed of pattern by adjusting the sliders below the effects.
Choose from 16.8 million colors to customize your headset by selecting from the color pallet
of entering the RGB values in the value box.
UI Settings
You have the option to customize the User Interface by clicking on the Setting Icon in the
upper right corner.
You may select from the following option for the APP
• Auto start the app
• Language options
• Font size and color
• Brightness level
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