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ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG INDEX 1. Introduction.................................................................................................................................. 4 2. System Requirements .................................................................................................................. 4 3. Connector Layout ........................................................................................................................ 5 4. Hardware Installation ...........................
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG 1. Introduction Thank you for choosing the ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG. Prodigy X-Fi NRG is a PCIe (PCI Express) audio interface, providing more stable and higher bandwidth than usual PCI solutions. It has a high performance D/A converter supporting 24-bit / 96kHz, 112dB of dynamic-range and boasts an exceptionally stable circuit design and built-in high quality condenser for the best quality sound with 7.1 channel surround output.
ESI Minimum Requirements Prodigy X-Fi NRG Recommended Requirements 1. Intel Pentium 4 CPU (LGA 775) or higher or equivalent 1. Intel Core2 Duo (LGA775), Core i7 (LGA1366) equivalent AMD CPU (AM2, AM2+, AM3) AMD CPU (Socket 939, AM2, AM2+, AM3) 2. Intel, VIA, nVidia, or AMD chipset motherboard (with PCIe slots) 2. Intel, AMD, nVidia chipset motherboard (with PCIe slots) 3. 512 MB main memory 3. 2 GB or more main memory 4. one vacant PCIe 1x slot 4. one vacant PCIe 1x slot 5.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG 1. Mic/Line-In: Connects a microphone or external line level source such as a TV receiver card, tape deck, analog output of CD player, etc. 2. Headphone-Out: Connects a headphone or earphone. 3. Front-Out: Connects the front speakers. This is the main stereo output for 2 channel stereo playback and connection to your amplifier & speaker. 4. Back Surround: Connects the back surround speakers in a 7.1 setup. 5. Center/Woofer-Out: Connects the center/woofer surround speakers in a 5.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG Refer to your computer user’s manual and remove the computer cover. Make sure that you have an available PCIe slot on your motherboard to install the Prodigy X-Fi NRG. Removing the computer cover To avoid possible static shock damage to the computer parts, discharge it by touching the computer case or something grounded. We recommend you use an anti-static device such as an anti-static wristband. When holding the Prodigy X-Fi NRG card, touch only the guide or the edge of card.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG Removing the slot faceplate Insert the Prodigy X-Fi NRG card into the PCIe slot, firmly pushing the card into the slot until it is seated securely. Replace the screw, and tighten. Prodigy X-Fi NRG Installed in a PCIe 1x slot, next to two standard PCI slots Once finished, close the computer case. 5.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG After completing the sound card hardware installation as described in the previous chapter, restart your computer. If you are prompted for new driver found, simply cancel the process until Windows has completely started. Now then insert the bundled installation CD into the CD-/DVD-ROM drive. If the installation does not automatically start, launch SETUP.EXE via My Computer > CD-ROM drive. Now follow all the instructions on screen.
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ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG 7. Functions of control panel Software Click the control panel icon on the taskbar, and then Volume Panel control panel for Prodigy X-Fi NRG appears on the screen. You can select Entertainment Console, Audio Control Panel, Creative Karaoke Player. 7.
ESI · · · · · · Prodigy X-Fi NRG setting up speaker environment and headphone playback settings Equalizer settings Effect Environment settings Multichannel Expansion settings Virtual and General Surround settings X-Fi Crystalizer settings Speakers and Headphone This section allows you to select the speakers or headphones you are using and it allows you to test your configuration by sending out noise to each channel.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG CMSS-3D X-Fi CMSS-3D provides a virtual expansion of the output signal from a regular stereo / 2-channel source to a 7.1 channel speaker. Also when using headphones, it provides a simulated 3D sound effect for more realistic and effective sound. X-Fi Crystalizer X-Fi Crystalizer provides dynamic and more clear and rich sound by restoring parts of the sound removed during generation or compression of the sound.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG Mixer The Mixer section provides playback setting and volume settings as seen on the following screen. There are also recording related functions allowing to record signals from microphone or line input.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG Jacks (Windows Vista & Windows 7) Windows Vista and Windows 7 have a automatic detection function on how the jacks of the card are used. This is displayed in the Jacks section. Performance (Windows XP) The playback resolution and sample rate can be set as 48/96kHz and 16/24bit depending on your requirements under Windows XP. Under Windows Vista and Windows 7, these settings can be done in the audio device properties in the Windows Control Panel. 7.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG 7.3 Karaoke Player The Karaoke Player can be accessed from the Volume Panel control panel. It allows you to play files, change tempo and add microphone effects. Microphone monitoring is deactivated in default in Windows XP, but can be activated by launching Karaoke Player. Functions like microphone effect and microphone volume are not fully supported in Windows Vista & Windows 7. 7.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG functionality via OpenAL is the solution. To launch it, go to Start > Programs > Creative > Creative ALchemy. The following dialog will appear: It automatically shows a list of supported games that are installed on your computer. To use it, select a game you want to play, click the arrow button to the right to enable ALchemy for that game and it will appear in the list of ALchemy-enabled Games. After that, you can launch the game and you can enjoy EAX sound.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG In some cases, a special codec / filter might be needed for your playback software. Check the manual of your movie playback software for details. Q: What do I need to check for 5.1 playback (AC3/DTS) via the digital output? A: 5.1 channel is supported for playbacks of Dolby Digital (AC3) and DTS-format 5.1 channel movies as well as DVD through digital output setting in movie player programs. Set the movie player as a digital output device and sample rate as 48kHz.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG 9. Specifications Interface PCIe (PCI Express) Analog Input Maximum 24-bit/96kHz Combined Microphone and Line Input (1/8" Stereo mini jack) Output Maximum 24-bit/96kHz 7.
ESI Prodigy X-Fi NRG The FCC and CE Regulation Warning This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
