. RAZER KRAKEN V3 X MASTER GUIDE
Win the long game with the Razer Kraken V3 X—the ultra-light USB gaming headset made for gaming marathons. With an upgraded mic and drivers for greater sound, improved ear cushions for greater comfort, and Razer Chroma™ RGB for greater flair, your gaming is set to go the distance. . 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. GETTING STARTED ......................................................
1. WHAT’S INSIDE / WHAT’S NEEDED WHAT’S INSIDE ▪ Razer Kraken V3 X A. Adjustable padded headband E. Mic mute button B. Hybrid fabric and memory foam ear cushions F. Volume control wheel G. USB connector C. Backlit Razer logo Powered by Razer ChromaTM RGB D. Razer™ HyperClear cardioid mic ▪ Important Product Information Guide F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
WHAT’S NEEDED PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS ▪ Windows® OS ▪ USB-A port RAZER SYNAPSE REQUIREMENTS ▪ Windows® 10 64-bit (or higher) ▪ Internet connection for software installation 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 (@1 kHz): 103dBSPL/mW,1KHz ▪ Drivers: Customized Dynamic 40mm Driver ▪ Inner ear cup diameter: 60 x 40mm ▪ Connection type: USB Type A ▪ Approx. weight: 285g / 0.
4. GETTING STARTED SETTING IT UP 1. Connect the headset to the USB port of your PC. 2. On your PC, right-click on the sound icon on the system tray, and then select Open Sound settings 3. On the Sound window, set Razer Kraken V3 X as the default Output and Input device. 4. Use the Razer Synapse* app to customize your headset’s lighting for an immersive gaming experience that’s truly yours. *Install Razer Synapse when prompted or download the installer from razer.com/synapse. F O R G AM E RS .
ACTIVATE THE 7.1 SURROUND SOUND* Experience accurate positional sound that’s specifically designed for games, movies, and music. 1. Download the 7.1 Surround Sound software from razer.com/7.1-surround-sound. 2. Register your product at razerid.razer.com/products to get your activation code sent to your email. *Only available on Windows® 10 64-bit F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
5. USING THE HEADSET ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Rotate the volume control wheel as shown to increase or decrease the volume. USING THE MICROPHONE Bend the mic 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 F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
USING THE MIC MUTE BUTTON Press the mic mute button to mute or unmute the microphone. COMFORT 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 .
6. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER KRAKEN V3 X VIA RAZER SYNAPSE Internet connection is required f or 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. 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 be recognized. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
AUDIO TAB The Audio tab is the main tab for your Razer Kraken V3 X. 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. Sound The Sound subtab is for modifying your device’s sound properties. Profile Profile is a data storage for keeping all your Razer peripheral’s settings. By default, the profile name is based on your system’s name.
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 Launch the Windows sound properties window to manage the sound settings of your system such as modifying the playback and recording device settings, sound scheme and default communications activity. F O R G AM E RS . BY G A ME R S .
Lighting The Lighting subtab enables you to modify your Razer device’s light settings. Brightness You can turn off your Razer device’s lighting by toggling the Brightness option or increase/decrease the luminance using the slider. Switch Off Lighting This is a power saving tool which allows you to disable your device’s lighting in response to your system’s display turning off and/or automatically power down when your Razer Kraken V3 X has been idle for a set amount of time.
Name Description How to set up Audio meter The earcups will light up according to the audio level with a default spectrum of colors Select a Color Boost level Breathing The lighting will fade in and out of the selected color(s) Select up to 2 colors or randomize colors Spectrum cycling The lighting will cycle between 16.
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 ( ).
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 startup 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 Kraken V3 X, 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 will void your warranty.
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