. RAZER BLACKSHARK V2 MASTER GUIDE
If esports is everything, give it your all with the Razer BlackShark V2. Introducing a triple threat of amazing audio, superior mic clarity, and supreme sound isolation. Fitted with titanium-coated drivers, a USB sound card, softer ear cushions and THX Spatial Audio, your time to turn pro is now. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
CONTENTS 1. WHAT’S INSIDE / WHAT’S NEEDED ........................................................................................................3 2. LET’S GET YOU COVERED .......................................................................................................................5 3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................6 4. CONNECTING THE HEADSET ...............................................
1. WHAT’S INSIDE / WHAT’S NEEDED WHAT’S INSIDE ▪ Razer BlackShark V2 A. Adjustable padded headband B. Ultra-soft memory foam ear cushions C. 3.5 mm audio + mic jack D. Volume control knob E. Mic mute button ▪ Removable RazerTM HyperClear cardioid mic ▪ USB sound card ▪ Important Product Information Guide F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
WHAT’S NEEDED PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS ▪ Devices with a free USB port ▪ Devices with 3.5 mm audio + mic combined jack* RAZER SYNAPSE REQUIREMENTS ▪ Windows® 10 64-bit (or higher) ▪ Internet connection for software installation *Compatible with PC / Mac / Switch / PS4 / Xbox One (Xbox One Stereo Adapter may be required, purchased separately). F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
2. LET’S GET YOU COVERED You’ve got a great device in your hands, complete with a 2-year limited warranty coverage. Now maximize its potential and score exclusive Razer benefits by registering at razerid.razer.com Your product’s serial number can be found here. Got a question? Ask the Razer Support Team at support.razer.com F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS HEADPHONES ▪ Frequency response: 12 Hz - 28 KHz ▪ Impedance: 32 Ω @ 1 KHz ▪ Sensitivity (@1kHz): 100 dB SPL / mW,1KHz ▪ Drivers: Customized Dynamic 50 mm Driver ▪ Inner ear cup diameter: 65 mm x 40 mm / 2.56 in x 1.57 in ▪ Connection type: 3.5 mm with USB sound card ▪ Cable length: 1.8 m / 5.91 ft ▪ Approx. weight: 262 g / 0.
4. CONNECTING THE HEADSET TO YOUR PC VIA USB PORT 1. Plug your headset to the USB Sound Card, and then to your PC. 2. On your PC, right-click on the sound icon on the system tray, and then select Open Sound settings. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
3. On the Sounds window, set Razer USB Sound Card as the default Output and Input device. TO OTHER DEVICES VIA USB PORT Plug your Razer BlackShark V2 to the Razer USB Sound Card*, and then to your device. Make sure the Razer USB Sound Card is set as the default input and output device. *Compatible with PC / Mac / Switch / PS4. TO DEVICES VIA 3.5MM COMBO PORT If your device has a 3.5mm audio + mic combined port, simply plug the 3.5mm audio + mic connector from your headset to your device’s audio port.
5. USING THE RAZER BLACKSHARK V2 USING THE MICROPHONE Plug the Razer™HyperClear Cardioid Mic to the headphone, then bend until it is parallel to your mouth. Make sure the mic diaphragm is in front and the air vent is facing away from your mouth. Mic diaphragm Air vent MUTING / UNMUTING THE MICROPHONE Press the mic mute button to mute or unmute the microphone. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Rotate the volume control knob as shown below to increase or decrease the volume. Increase volume Decrease volume 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. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
ACTIVATE THX SPATIAL AUDIO Unleash the full potential of your Razer BlackShark V2 by enabling 360° positional audio for a natural and lifelike experience through Razer Synapse. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
6. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER USB SOUND CARD Internet connection is required for installation, updates and cloud -based features. Registering for a Razer ID account is recommended, but optional. All listed features are subject to change based on the current software version, connected device(s), and supported apps and software. SYNAPSE TAB The Synapse tab is your default tab when you first launch Razer Synapse. This tab allows you to navigate the Dashboard subtab.
Modules The Modules subtab displays all installed and available modules for installation. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
Global Shortcuts Bind operations or Razer Synapse functions to custom key-combinations from any Razer Synapseenabled device inputs which apply across all device profiles. Learn more about Profiles Only Razer Synapse-enabled device inputs will b e recognized. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
AUDIO TAB Make sure to select THX Spatial Audio as your default playback or output device from the Sound icon on the system tray. The Audio tab is the main tab for your Razer USB Sound Card. From here, you can customize your device’s settings to unleash its full potential. Changes made under this tab are automatically saved to your system and cloud storage.
Volume Adjust the audio volume of the device. You may also access the Windows volume mixer of the current playback device where you can proportionally adjust the overall volume of the system or individually adjust the volume of each active application. Sound Properties Set a default output device that the THX Spatial Audio will use when the Razer USB Sound Card is not connected.
MIXER The Mixer subtab allows you to enable or disable the THX Spatial Audio and its settings, as well as calibrate the audio positioning of all virtual speakers of the active spatial audio mode. THX Spatial Audio THX Spatial Audio technology is an advanced positional audio solution that delivers a heightened, immersive experience as you game. Toggle this setting to enable or disable THX Spatial Audio and its settings.
On any Custom Mode, click on the miscellaneous button ( ) to rename, duplicate, or delete the selected custom mode. To revert the current mode to its original settings, click on the Reset button. ENHANCEMENT The Enhancement subtab is for customizing the incoming audio settings and frequency response of your audio system. Bass Boost Enhances the low frequency response to improve the bass output of your headset.
Audio Equalizer Select any of the available equalizer presets created for the best audio experience designed for balance, gaming immersion, movie viewing, or enjoying your favorite music. Manually adjusting any equalizer preset will automatically set it to Custom. MIC The Mic subtab enables you to change the settings for all outgoing mic audio. Microphone Control the mic volume and amount of mic input for a clearer mic audio. Mic Volume Adjust the microphone input or mute the mic. F O R G AM E RS .
Mic Boost Enable this feature to further amplify the mic volume. Voice Gate Control the amount of mic input so that it cuts out background noises and isolates your voice. Any sound that registers below the threshold will be muted. Enhancements Improve the quality of the microphone by enabling any of the listed features below: ▪ Volume Normalization. Reduces the variation of loudness. ▪ Ambient Noise Reduction. Decreases environmental noise. ▪ Vocal Clarity. Emphasizes the voice frequency.
PROFILES TAB The Profiles tab is a convenient way of managing all your profiles and linking them to your games and applications. Devices View which games are linked to each device’s profiles or which Chroma Effect is linked to specific games using the Devices subtab. You can import Profiles from your computer or from the cloud through the import button ( ) or create new profiles within the selected device using the add button ( ).
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Linked Games The Linked Games subtab gives you the flexibility to add games, view devices that are linked to games, or search for added games. You can also sort games based on alphabetical order, last played, or most played. Added games will still be listed here even if it is not linked to a Razer device.
SETTINGS WINDOW The Settings window, accessible by clicking the ( ) button on Razer Synapse, enables you to configure the start-up behavior and display language of Razer Synapse, view the master guides of each connected Razer device, or perform factory reset on any connected Razer device. General tab The default tab of the Settings window. The General tab enables you to change the software’s display language, start-up behavior, display theme, and on-screen notifications display.
About tab The About tab displays brief software information, copyright statement and provides relevant links for its terms of use. You may also use this tab to check for software updates, or as a quick access to Razer’s social communities. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
7. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY GUIDELINES In order to achieve maximum safety while using your Razer BlackShark V2, we suggest that you adopt the following guidelines: Should you have trouble operating the device properly and troubleshooting does not work, unplug the device and contact the Razer hotline or go to support.razer.com for assistance. Do not take apart the device and do not attempt to operate it under abnormal current loads. Doing so may void your warranty.
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