User Guide
Table of Contents What’s in the Box TURTLEBEACH.COM DSS2 Surround Sound Processor Digital Optical Cable USB Cable 3.
What does it work with? The DSS2 connects to either a passive or powered (amplified) headset. It receives its audio signal from either a Xbox 360®, PS3™ or PC/Mac®. Here are some different combinations that illustrate how it works: Using the DSS2 with an Amplified Headset When used with an amplified headset, such as the X12 or PX21, the headset is connected to the headphone output jack and the USB can be connected to the DSS2 USB pass-thru socket.
DSS2 - Front DSS2 - Rear 1. USB Output: USB pass-thru that provides the same signals as the USB port connected to the DSS2. You can use it just like a standard USB port to provide USB power or data to headsets. 11. Aux In (Stereo Line Input): Use this input to connect analog audio sources, such as a PC, TV, Ipod®, MP3 player, etc. (NOTE: This input will not be processed by the Dolby Digital decoder and is a stereo pass-thru.) 2.
Xbox 360® / PS3™ Setup Configure Xbox 360 / PS3 System Settings 1. Connect the DSS2 digital optical cable (included) from the digital output on your gaming console to the digital input on the DSS2. (NOTE: Remove the protective caps from each end of the optical cable before inserting into the sockets.) XBOX 360 2. Connect the DSS2 USB power cable from the power socket on the rear of the unit to a free USB port on your Xbox 360 or PS3. 1.
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Connecting a Digital Music Player Dolby® Digital Surround Sound The DSS2 features an auxiliary input and analog input for connecting digital music players. Both inputs will allow you to connect a digital music player or other analog source, but with different functionality: The DSS2 uses Dolby Digital surround sound processing technology – the industry-standard format for encoding multi-channel game audio. Dolby Digital processing recreates 5.
Surround Sound Angles Equalizer (EQ) Presets The DSS2 allows you to alter the virtual positioning of the Front and Surround speaker angles for the best surround sound experience. Press the Surround Angle Button on the front of the DSS2 to cycle through 6 different presets, as illustrated below: The DSS2 features multiple Equalizer presets to enhance your gaming audio experience.
Troubleshooting Safety Notice Xbox 360 Does Not Have Digital Output Older Xbox 360 models don’t include an digital optical output. If this is the case with your Xbox 360, then you will have to purchase a cable that includes a digital output jack on the connector. Here are the Xbox 360 cables that support digital output: To avoid potential damage to the device, always disconnect all cables before transporting it.
EC Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Manufacturers Address: Product Name: Type of Product: Model Number(s): Year of Manufacture: FCC Declaration of Conformity Voyetra Turtle Beach 150 Clearbrook Rd. Suite 162, Elmsford, NY 10523 Ear Force DSS2 Dolby Surround Sound Adapter TB300-2200-01 2011 We, Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc.
Limited Warranty for Turtle Beach Products Limited Warranty for Turtle Beach Products Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. ("VTB") warrants to the original end-user purchaser ("Purchaser") that the retail Turtle Beach hardware product herein ("Product") will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase by the Purchaser ("Warranty Period"). Any Extended Warranty or Service Plans purchased through a Retail store are not honored by VTB.
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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