What’s in the Box PX5 Headset with Removable Microphone USB Programming Cable XBOX LIVE® Talkback Cable (2) AA Batteries TURTLEBEACH.COM PX5 Wireless Digital RF Transmitter USB Power Cable Digital Optical Cable Turtle Beach Sticker download PX5 software and additional presets at: www.TurtleBeach.com PDF download advanced user’s guide at: www.TurtleBeach.com/PX5 product support and warranty information: www.TurtleBeach.
Table of Contents About the Ear Force® PX5 pg 1 PX5 Headset Overview pg 3 PX5 Transmitter Overview Using the Transmitter pg 7 pg 9 Pairing the Headset and Transmitter pg 10 Setup Transmitter Setup — PS3™, XBOX 360® (slim) Transmitter Setup — XBOX 360 (original) PS3 Settings & Bluetooth Chat Setup XBOX 360 Settings & XBOX LIVE Chat Setup pg 11 pg 11 pg 13 pg 14 Home Theater Setup pg 15 ® Dolby Processing pg 16 Digital Signal Processing pg 17 Presets pg 19 ® Bluetooth Pairing a Bluetooth-en
About the Ear Force PX5 The Ear Force PX5 is the most technologically-advanced headset ever designed for PS3 and XBOX 360 gaming. To get the most from your PX5, please take a few minutes to review this introduction. Digital RF Technology with Bluetooth The Ear Force PX5 headset provides wireless CD-quality game sound via digital RF (radio frequency) that communicates with the PX5 transmitter.
.1/7.1 Dolby Surround Sound The PX5 transmitter processes Dolby 7.1 Digital surround sound from your PS3 or XBOX 360 and sends it to the headset via digital RF. The result is an immersive sound environment that makes you feel as if you're right in the middle of the action. It also helps you react quicker by hearing exactly where the sound cues in the game are coming from.
PX5 Headset — Left Ear Cup Controls 1 2 6 3 5 3 4
1. Main Power Button with LED Powering ON: Press and hold until the headset announces “Powering On”. Powering OFF: Press and hold until the headset announces “Powering Off”. Automatic Power OFF: If the headset doesn’t detect any audio for more than 5 minutes, it will automatically shut down to conserve battery power. PS3/XBOX Mode: Press the Power Button twice quickly to switch between PS3 and XBOX 360 modes. The headset will announce the selected mode. (See "Presets" on pg.
PX5 Headset — Right Ear Cup Controls 7 11 12 10 8 9 13 Be sure to insert batteries as shown.
7. Main (Main Preset Button) Press to toggle between the selected (alternate) preset and the main (default) preset. (See "Presets" on pg. 18 for further details) 8. Mic Mute Button Press to toggle between muting and unmuting the microphone. A high tone will sound when the mic is unmuted and a low tone will sound when the mic is muted. When using the XBOX Talkback cable, the mic can be muted directly from the switch on the Talkback cable or by pressing the mic mute button on the headset. 9.
PX5 Transmitter Front View Rear View 1 2 7 8 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 7
1. Power/Pairing LED Indicator A solid LED indicates the transmitter is powered on and communicating with the headset. A pulsing LED indicates the transmitter can’t communicate with the headset because it is powered off, not paired, or out of range. If this occurs, please refer to “Pairing the PX5 Headset and Transmitter” on page 10. 2. Digital Input LED Indicator A solid LED indicates when a digital input signal is detected. 3.
Using the Transmitter Transmitter Range The transmitter sends game audio from your PS3 or XBOX 360 to the 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 if the headset loses the RF signal. For best performance, place the transmitter in an open area that is unobstructed by objects that might absorb RF signals from the internal antenna.
Pairing the PX5 Headset and Transmitter The headset and transmitter in this package are “paired”, which means they’re synchronized to ensure they work together. When the headset and transmitter are communicating, the top LED on the front panel of the transmitter will be on solid. If this LED is instead slowly pulsing, it means the transmitter can’t communicate with the headset. This could happen if the headset is turned off or out of range.
Setup PS3, XBOX 360 (Slim) 1. Connect the Digital Optical Cable NOTE: Remove the protective caps from each end of the optical cable before inserting it into the sockets. 2. Connect the Transmitter Power 1 2 XBOX 360 (Original) 1. Connect the Digital Optical Cable (Requires XBOX 360 AV Adapter, sold separately) NOTE: Remove the protective caps from each end of the optical cable before inserting it into the sockets. 2.
3. Insert the Headset Batteries 3 Right Ear Cup: To remove the battery cover, slide downward. CAUTION: Be sure to insert batteries as shown. 4. Insert the Mic Boom 5. Turn on the headset by pressing and holding the power button until it turns solid, then release. 4 5 Insert the boom so that the holes in the mic casing and the marker on the jack are facing your mouth. 6.
Configure PS3 Settings 1. P lace the PX5 headset in PS3 mode by quickly pressing the power button twice. The headset will announce which mode it's in. 2. In the PS3 Menu, select “Settings” > “Accessory Settings” > “Audio Device Settings” 3. Set the “Input” and “Output” to “TURTLE BEACH PX5” Audio Device Settings Microphone Level 3 Input Device TURTLE BEACH PX5 Output Device TURTLE BEACH PX5 4. Navigate to "OK" and press X.
Configure XBOX 360 Settings 1. P lace the PX5 headset in XBOX 360 mode by quickly pressing the power button twice. The headset will announce which mode it's in. 2. In the System Settings of the Dashboard, select “Console Settings” > “Audio” “Accessory Settings” > “Audio Device Settings” Digital Output Digital Stereo Dolby Digital 5.1 Dolby Digital 5.1 with WMA Pro 3. Set the “Digital Output” to “Dolby Digital 5.1” Select Current Setting Dolby Digital Choose the digital output type for your system.
Home Theater Setup Setting up the transmitter as illustrated below lets you listen to your console or TV with the PX5 headset. You can also hear your console on your home theater speakers without disconnecting the optical cable from the transmitter. The PX5 transmitter’s analog inputs connected to the TV will automatically shut off whenever your console is active, as indicated by the digital input LED on the transmitter front panel.
Dolby Processing The PX5 uses Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Headphone surround processing technologies – the industry-standard formats for encoding multi-channel game audio. Dolby Headphone processing recreates 7.1 channel surround sound using the PX5 headset so you can hear the sound all around you, as if you were listening to a 7.1 speaker system. Stereo Sound Field Sound field with Dolby® Headphone 7.
Digital Signal Processing The PX5 headset incorporates a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) to independently modify game, chat and microphone audio. The DSP settings are saved as presets, which are described in the next section. Connecting the PX5 headset to a PC with the included USB cable lets you create custom presets or replace the presets with different ones downloaded from our website. For more information on custom presets, please visit the PX5 section on our website (www.TurtleBeach.com).
The DSP provides a wide variety of audio enhancements, including: Noise Gates: Separate noise gates on the game, chat and microphone audio channels cut out background noise that’s below a threshold point, so rather than hearing static or other distracting sounds, you’ll hear total silence when there’s nothing going on. Sonic Lens: The game sound can be processed by band-limited dynamic range compression that focuses on specific types of sounds in the game (e.g. footsteps, the loading of a gun, etc.
Presets The PX5 has a total of 18 presets that are grouped in two sets of 9. The first set is optimized for PS3 and the second set of is optimized for XBOX 360. Pressing the power button twice quickly will switch between PS3 and XBOX modes and the headset announces which mode is active.
Bluetooth The PX5 incorporates Bluetooth technology that lets you communicate with PSN chat, answer calls on your mobile phone and listen to stereo music streaming from a Bluetooth enabled digital music player. So, for example, you can answer a phone call or listen to your favorite songs while gaming. If you’re not using any of these Bluetooth features, you should turn off the Bluetooth radio to conserve battery power. Pairing the Bluetooth for PSN Chat See "PS3 Bluetooth Chat Setup" on page 13.
Bluetooth (con't) Making Calls Once the PX5 is successfully paired with your mobile phone, you can use it to make and receive calls. The PX5 can be used with voice dialing if your phone supports this function. 1. Using voice dialing* – Press the BT MFB button for 3 seconds until you hear a tone—then release. The voice recognition prompt in your phone will now be activated. Say the name of the phone number or person whom you want to call.
Quick Reference Power Bluetooth on: Press BT MFB for 3 seconds Power Bluetooth off: Press BT MFB for 4 seconds Microphone mute: During a call, press MIC MUTE Adjust volume: Press the “+” or “-“ buttons Answer call: Press BT MFB Reject call: Press and hold BT MFB for 2 seconds End call: Press BT MFB Cancel outgoing call: Press BT MFB Redial: Double-click BT MFB Voice recognition: After being powered on, press BT MFB for 3 seconds 22
PX5 Headset Technical Specifications · 50mm diameter speakers · Game audio frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz, >120dB SPL @ 1kHz · Condenser microphone frequency response: 50Hz - 15kHz · Game audio digital 2.
Troubleshooting Tips No sound • Check that the transmitter and headset volume controls are both turned up. • Check that the transmitter power and optical cables are properly connected. • Check that the headset is powered on. The LED on the left ear cup should be flashing. • Check if the top LED on the front of the transmitter is on solid. If the LED is slowly pulsing, it indicates that the transmitter isn’t communicating with the headset.
Troubleshooting Tips (con't) PS3 Pairing Issues • If the PS3 cannot locate your PX5, make sure that it is in pairing mode before you starting scanning, as indicated by the flashing red/blue LED. • If the PX5 is missing from the device menu list after you re-start your PS3, please repeat the pairing process. • I f the PX5 appears on the PS3 Audio Device menu but is not selectable, then it is not connected (it should connect automatically when the Audio Device menu is selected).
Safety Notice 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.
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For more products, accessories and general product information, please visit TurtleBeach.com For warranty information and product support, please visit http://turtlebeach.com/support IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, Please avoid direct contact to the transmitting.
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