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- Page 1 WIRELESS For: PC I Mobile WIRELESS DOLBY ® SURROUND SOUND PC GAMING HEADSET User Guide...
- Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of the Ear Force Z300 headset from Turtle Beach. The Z300 supports digital wireless game audio and chat through your PC while providing music and calls via Bluetooth. With over 35 years of expertise, Turtle Beach is #1 in gaming audio.
- Page 3 WIRELESS For: PC I Mobile Quick Start Guide For the full user guide or set up video, please go to http://www.turtlebeach.com/z300 Product support and warranty information: TurtleBeach.com / support Turtle Beach Stickers Quick Start Guide Go to Table of Contents...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents About the Z300 Parts and Controls Initial Setup The USB Transceiver and Pairing Dolby® Software Installation PC Setup Bluetooth Operation Connecting a Digital Music Player Adjusting Sound Charging The Headset Specifications Troubleshooting Tips Important Safety Information Regulatory Compliance Declaration of Conformity Warranty... -
Page 5: About The Z300 P2
About the Z300 The Z300 is a sophisticated headset optimized for PC gaming. To get the most from your Z300, please take a few moments to review this guide. Overview The Ear Force Z300 delivers high-performance wireless 7.1 channel Dolby® Surround Sound. Interference-free, Dual-Band Wi-Fi Wireless supports gaming audio and chat to and from your PC, while Bluetooth®... -
Page 6: Parts And Controls P3
Parts and Controls Left Ear Cup Controls Side view Bottom view 1. Power Button with LED Powering ON: Press until the headset announces “Powering On.” Powering OFF: Press and hold until the headset announces “Powering Off.” Pairing Mode: The Power Button also initiates pairing between the headset and USB transceiver. (See “The USB transceiver and pairing”... - Page 7 Parts and Controls Right Ear Cup Controls Side view Bottom view Bluetooth Volume Down Press to lower volume level of Bluetooth phone calls and music. Bluetooth Volume Up Press to raise volume level of Bluetooth phone calls and music. Bluetooth LED Blinks Red or Blue to indicate Bluetooth status.
- Page 8 Parts and Controls USB Transceiver Pairing indicator LED Solid On. Indicates that the transceiver is currently paired with the headset. Slow pulsing. Indicates that the transceiver is not currently paired with the headset. (See “The USB Transceiver and Pairing” on pg. 7 for details.) Rapid flashing.
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Page 9: Initial Setup P6
Curve the boom to position the microphone close to your mouth. NOTE: To ensure that the microphone is properly positioned, check that the metal clip with the Turtle Beach logo is facing away from your mouth. You can disconnect the microphone when not in use. -
Page 10: The Usb Transceiver And Pairing P7
The USB Transceiver and Pairing About the USB Transceiver The USB transceiver sends game audio and chat between your PC and your Z300 headset via digital radio frequency (RF) signal, so a direct line of sight is not required. When you’re out of range, you may hear popping or clicking sounds and experience audio dropouts if the headset loses the RF signal. - Page 11 The USB Transceiver and Pairing Press and hold the transceiver Pairing Button for five seconds until the transceiver pairing indicator LED flashes rapidly. The Z300 will announce “Headset Paired.” 5 seconds After a few seconds, the transceiver pairing indicator LED should stay Solid on and the headset LED should flash about once per second, confirming that the units are paired.
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Page 12: Dolby® Software Installation P9
Dolby® Software Installation Install the Dolby® Headphone software The Z300 can reproduce powerful 7.1-channel surround sound that puts you right in the middle of the action, providing important cues to threats and opportunities in game play. The system uses sophisticated Head Related Transfer Functions (HRTFs) to make sound appear to come from the front, back and sides, even though the headphones have just two drive units: left and right. - Page 13 Dolby® Software Installation Restart your PC to complete the installation process. Now you are ready to Set up your USB Transceiver, follow the directions below to setup your Z300 in 7.1 Surround Sound. Go to Table of Contents...
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Page 14: Pc Setup P11
PC Setup Set up the USB Transceiver Setting up the USB transceiver on a Windows® PC is quick and easy. With the PC powered up and running, insert the USB transceiver into an available USB port on the PC. The computer will recognize the transceiver as a Plug & Play device. - Page 15 PC Setup In the Sound dialog box, right-click on “Speakers/Turtle Beach Z300/Ready” and select “Set as Default Device” from the pop-up menu. Click on the Properties button to open the Speakers Properties dialog box. Go to Table of Contents...
- Page 16 Surround Sound Configuration at any time. Left click on the “Recording” tab. Right-click on “Microphone/Turtle Beach Z300/Ready” and select “Set as Default Device” from the pop-up menu. Click on the OK button to accept the changes and close the Sound dialog box.
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Page 17: Bluetooth Operation P14
Bluetooth Operation The Z300 incorporates Bluetooth technology that enables you to answer calls on your mobile phone or enjoy stereo music streaming from a Bluetooth enabled digital music player—all without leaving your game. NOTE: For maximum battery life, turn off the Bluetooth radio if you’re not using these Bluetooth features. Pairing a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone or digital music player The Z300 Bluetooth feature must be powered off before you start. - Page 18 Bluetooth Operation When your device is finished scanning, select “TURTLE BEACH Z300” from the list and follow the prompts to connect. If necessary, enter “0000” as the Pass Key and select “OK.” The Z300 headset voice prompt announces “Bluetooth paired” when the Z300 is successfully paired with your device.
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Page 19: Making Calls
Bluetooth Operation Making Calls Once the Z300 is successfully paired with your mobile phone, you can use it to make and receive calls. The Z300 can be used with voice dialing if your phone supports this function. · Using voice dialing (depends on phone capabilities). Press and hold the Bluetooth button for 3 seconds until you hear a tone—then release. -
Page 20: Connecting A Digital Music Player P17
Connecting a Digital Music Player You can also connect a digital music player or tablet that is not equipped with Bluetooth technology. The Z300 is supplied with a mobile device cable. Connect the larger (3.5mm) plug into the headphone jack of your music player or tablet. Connect the smaller (2.5mm) plug into the Mobile Device jack on the bottom of the right ear cup. -
Page 21: Adjusting Sound P18
Adjusting Sound · Master Volume. To adjust the volume for all audio sources, use the Master Volume control on the bottom of the left ear cup. · Bluetooth Volume. To adjust phone call volume and music streaming via Bluetooth, use the Bluetooth Volume Up and Down buttons on the right ear cup. -
Page 22: Charging The Headset P19
Charging the Headset The Z300 headset is designed to deliver up to 15 hours of continuous play on a single battery charge. To charge the Z300, connect the USB charging cable from any standard USB port to the USB mini port on the right ear cup. You can even recharge while playing. - Page 23 Specifications - 50mm diameter speakers - Game audio frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, <120 dB SPL @ 1 kHz - Condenser microphone frequency response: 50 Hz - 15 kHz - Wireless transmission: 2.4/5.2 GHz Dual-Band RF for game audio between headset and supplied USB transceiver - Bluetooth radio with dual-pairing mode and A2DP compatibility - Headphone amplifier: Stereo 27 mW/ch, THD <1% - Digital Signal Processor for independently controlled chat, game and mic signals...
- Page 24 · Check that the headset volume control is turned up. · Check that the transceiver is properly seated in the computer’s USB port and that the Turtle Beach Z300 is the default device for the PC’s Sound Recording and Playback. (See “PC Setup” on pg. 11 for details.) ·...
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Page 25: Important Safety Information P22
Important Safety Information To avoid potential damage to the device, always disconnect all cables before transporting it. WARNING: Permanent hearing damage can occur if a headset is used at high volumes for extended periods of time, so it is important to keep the volume at a safe level. Over time, your ears adapt to loud volume levels, so a level that may not cause initial discomfort can still damage your hearing. -
Page 26: Regulatory Compliance P23
FORCE Z300 RX & TX Models and violate FCC regulations. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Please contact Turtle Beach for a list of approved 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz antennas. - Page 27 Regulatory Compliance Deployment Statement This product is certified for indoor deployment only in the 5150 – 5250 MHz band. Do not install or use this product outdoors in that frequency band in the United States. Canadian ICES Statements IC: 3879A-6060 & 3879A-6061 This device complies with ICES-003 and RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
- Page 28 Regulatory Compliance European Union and European Fair Trade Association Regulatory Compliance This equipment may be operated in the countries that comprise the member countries of the European Union and the Eu- ropean Fair Trade Association. These countries, listed below, are referred to as The European Community throughout this document: AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE,, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, IRELAND, ITALY, LATVIA, LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALTA, NETHERLANDS, POLAND, PORTUGAL,...
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Page 29: Declaration Of Conformity P26
Declaration of Conformity Heading Marking by this symbol: indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the EMC Directive of the European Union (2004/108/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: Safety: EN 60950-1: 2006 + A11: 2009 + A1: 2010 + A12: 2011 (T-Mark License) IEC 60950-1: 2005 (2nd Edition) + Am 1: 2009 (CB Scheme Report/Certificate), EN 50332-1: 2000, EN50332-2: 2003 Also Licensed for Standards:... - Page 30 1999/5/ES. Spain Español Por medio de la presente Turtle Beach declara que el EAR FORCE Z300 RX & TX, cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. Sweden Svenska Härmed intygar Turtle Beach att denna EAR FORCE Z300 RX &...
- Page 31 WARRANTY SERVICE: In the USA and CANADA Warranty Service is provided by our Turtle Beach USA offices and in all other Countries it is provided by our local International Distributors when available. Refurbished/Recertified products are sold on an AS IS basis with a 90-day Warranty or less in accordance with each ven- dor’s policy.
- Page 32 EXCLUSIONS FROM LIMITED WARRANTY: This Limited Warranty shall not apply and VTB has no liability under this Limited Warranty if the Turtle Beach Product: - is used for commercial purposes such as “LAN, Call Centers” (including rental or lease); - is modified or tampered with;...
- Page 33 Copyright © 2013 Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. (VTB, Inc.) All rights reserved. Turtle Beach, the Turtle Beach Logo, Voyetra, and Ear Force are either trademarks or registered trademarks of VTB, Inc. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of SIG, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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