StarTech.com PCISOUND5CH User's Manual
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1. 5 1 Channel PCI Sound Card PCISOUNDS5CH Instruction Manual StarTech com f The Professionals Source for Hard to Find Computer Parts FCC Compliance 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 However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Use of Trademarks Registered Trademarks and other Protected Names and Symbols This manual may make reference to trademarks registered trademarks and other protected names and or symbols of third party companies no2. MEDIA folder followed by CMEDIA CMI8738 6CH Open the WIN95 98 folder followed by the DRV folder Click OK Once the Add New Hardware Wizard locates the driver click the Next button Following this the installation is automated Follow the Windows prompts to finish installation For Windows NT 4 0 Users 1 2 3 4 5 6 Start Windows NT and open the Control Panel Double click on the Multimedia icon From here click on the Devices tab In the Devices window click on the Add button Select Unlisted or Update Driver followed by the OK button Insert the Drivers and Utility Installation CD into your CDROM drive Click on the Browse button in the Install Driver window then select the drive designated as your CD ROM drive Once the contents of the CD are displayed double click open the CMEDIA folder From here select the driver that corresponds with this Sound Card CMEDIA CMI8738 6CH Open the NT40 folder followed by the DRV folder Click OK Once you have selected the correct driver click the OK button Following this the installation is automated Follow the Windows prompts to finish installation 3 Instruction Manual Additional Software To Install Audio Rack 1 Locate the directory that corresponds with this Sound Card CMEDIA CMI8738 6CH W95 W98 W2k ME NT40 APP 2 Double click on SETUP EXE Installation will then be automated follow all the prompts to complete the i
3. and downloads Warranty Information This product is backed by a one year warranty In addition StarTech com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted following the initial date of purchase During this period the products may be returned for repair or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion The warranty covers parts and labor costs only StarTech com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse abuse alteration or normal wear and tear Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability of StarTech com Ltd and StarTech com USA LLP or their officers directors employees or agents for any damages whether direct or indirect special punitive incidental consequential or otherwise loss of profits loss of business or any pecuniary loss arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages If such laws apply the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you About StarTech com StarTech com is The Professionals Source for Hard to Find Computer Parts Since 1985 we have been providing IT professionals with the quality products they need to complete their solutions We offer an unmatched selection of computer parts cables server management solutions and A V pro
4. ducts and serve a worldwide market through our locations in the United States Canada the United Kingdom and Taiwan Visit www startech com for complete information about all our products and to access exclusive interactive tools such as the Parts Finder and the KVM Reference Guide StarTech com makes it easy to complete almost any IT solution Find out for yourself why our products lead the industry in performance support and value Revision Date July 15 2008 rev b
5. itors Scanners etc As an added step to ensure safe installation unplug the power supply from the computer 2 Remove the computer cover For more detailed instruction on how to perform this step please refer to the documentation that was included with your computer at the time of purchase 3 Locate an empty PCI slot removing the metal bracket covering the accompanying empty port socket 4 Position the sound card above the open PCI slot ensuring that the card is aligned with the entire slot Insert the card firmly into the slot distributing force evenly across the length of the board Once inserted secure the card into the adjoining socket previously covered by metal bracket using the correct size screw please consult documentation that accompanied purchase of computer 5 Note To utilize the Audio Out signal from a pre existing CD ROM drive attach the audio cable supplied with CD ROM drive purchase to the appropriate CD ROM pins normally designated as digital out as well as to the corresponding Sound Card pins marked as CD ROM IN 6 Replace the computer cover 7 Connect your speakers to the appropriate speaker jacks on the sound card 8 If unplugged plug computer and all peripherals back in to power source Turn your computer on Installing the PCI Multi Channel Sound Card drivers For Windows XP 2000 ME Users 1 After restarting your computer a message should appear indicating that Windows XP has de
6. nstallation Using the Sound Card Overview The PCISOUND5CH has 6 ports 3 input to be used with microphones musical equipment stereo equipment and 3 output 2 ports for your speakers All are 3 5mm audio jacks with the exception of the midi game port To configure speakers 1 LINE IN Connect auxiliary devices such as CD Players Cassette Decks Stereo 4 Receivers etc 2 MIC IN Connect a microphone o 00 O 5 3 F OUT Connect the speakers you wish to use for your front channel sound 4 R OUT Connect the speakers you wish to use for your rear channel sound 5 CEN SUB Connect the center channel sub woofer 6 GAME MIDI Connect a MIDI device such as a MIDI keyboard or synthesizer Alternatively use a Serial joystick or other gaming device requiring a game port Instruction Manual Specifications General Specifications Jumper Settings Bus Type PCI Jumper Function Chipset CMI8738 PCI 6CH LX J3 amp J4 CD ROM Audio in OS Compatioiliy Windows 95 88 NT 2001xP 15 Center Wooter J6 AUX In Ports Connections J11 CDROM Digital In Input Port J7 PC Speaker Line In External 3 5mm Blue J22 Digital Module connector MIC In External 3 5mm Pink J23 Modem Module connector Game MIDI External 15 pin Midi Game J16 O Output J19 Internal Front Speaker Front Out External 3 5mm Green Rear Out External 3 5mm Orange Cen
7. s Caan as See A pe ee eee hed 5 Troubleshooting oocoococcnccnco eee eee eee eee eens 5 Accessory Products from StarTech com 00220eeeeeee eee eeee 6 Technical Support 2 cece eee ee ee eee eee eee 6 Warranty Information 0 0 0 ccc eee eee 6 Instruction Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing a StarTech com Sound Card This product allows you to add sound capabilities 5 1 channel to your computer system as well as the ability to use a microphone other auxiliary device Features e Compliant to PCI Version 2 1 Bus Master and Advanced Power Management PPMI specification e Maintains clear audio and video signals for excellent performance e Legacy Audio SBPro compatible e True Full Duplex playback capture with different sampling rate up to 48KHz stereo e Supports Full Duplex operation for simultaneous recording and playback e Supports EAX Karaoke Key and Echoing e Supports 5 1 speakers C3DX positional audio in 6CH speaker mode Before You Begin System Requirements e An available PCI slot e Necessary cabling to connect speakers to card port e Speakers Contents This package should contain e Sound Card 1 e Driver CD 1 e Instruction manual 1 Instruction Manual Installation Connecting the PCI Multi Channel Sound Card to your computer motherboard 1 Shut down all power connected to the computer as well as all devices connected to the computer peripherally i e Printers Mon
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9. tected a hardware change Click the Next button to continue with the installation 2 Put the CD entitled Drivers and Utility Installation into your CD ROM drive 3 Select Specify the location of the driver Advanced followed by the Next button 4 Select Specify a location and click the Browse button to designate the location of the necessary files Once the Browse for Folder window appears select the drive designated for your CDRom drive Open the CMEDIA folder followed by CMEDIA CMI8738 6CH Instruction Manual 5 6 Open the WIN2K ME folder followed by the DRV folder Click OK Once Windows has located the driver click the Next button Following this the installation is automated Follow the Windows prompts to finish installation For Windows 98 95 Users 1 Upon starting the computer the Windows 98 95 Plug and Play feature will automatically detect the newly installed sound card Insert the Drivers and Utility Installation CD into the CDROM drive and click on the Next button When the Add New Hardware wizard loads allow it to search for the driver When available choose the Search for the best driver for your device Recommended option and click the Next button The wizard will prompt for the location of the sound card driver Choose Specify a location and click the Browse button to continue Once the Browse for Folder window appears select the drive designated as your CD ROM drive Open the C
10. tre Subwoofer External 3 5mm Black Troubleshooting If you re having difficulty using the Sound Card try the following solutions based on the nature of the problem No Sound 1 Ensure the speakers are connected to the proper Sound Card port shaded green 2 Ensure the speakers are turned on and functioning properly 3 Check to see that the volume control is set properly in Windows This can be accessed by locating the speaker icon near your system clock typically in the bottom right corner of your screen Make sure the mute box is not checked Poor sound quality 1 Ensure the speakers are connected tightly 2 Examine the speaker cord for any frays damage Instruction Manual Accessory Products from StarTech com Contact your local StarTech com dealer or visit www startech com for cables or other accessories that will help you get the best performance out of your new product MU6MF 6 ft Stereo Extension Cable 3 5mm Male to 3 5mm Female MU12MF 12 ft PC Speaker Extension Cable JXT100 6 ft Joystick Extension Cable CDAUDIO2 30 inch MPC2 CD ROM Audio Cable CDAUDIO3 24 inch MPC3 2 pin Internal Digital Audio Cable Technical Support StarTech com s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry leading solutions If you ever need help with your product visit www startech com support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools documentation
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