Creative SB1500 manual Selecting the Input Device Source

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Selecting the Input Device Source

Your audio card supports audio input from the following analog sources:

•Front Microphone (Intel HD Front Panel)

•Rear Microphone (Line In/Microphone In jack)

•Rear Line-in (Line In/Microphone In jack)

Only one of the above input sources can be active at any time. The Input Device configuration allows you to specify the input source you wish to activate.

Step 1: Launch the Sound Blaster Z-Series Control Panel from your Windows start menu.

Step 2: Select "Mixer" to view the Mixer configuration interface.

Step 3: Click the Input Device button and select the appropriate input source.

For example, if you would like to record from a microphone connected to the Intel HD Front Panel, select "Front Microphone" as shown in the figure below.

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Contents User’s Guide Additional Requirements where applicable DVD-Video IntroductionSystem Requirements Minimum RequirementsUsing Creative Software AutoUpdate More HelpAbout Your Hardware Your Sound Blaster Z-Series Audio cardSB1502 SB1500 / SB1506 Jack or Connector Description ACM accessory is bundled with Sound Blaster Zx only Audio Control ModuleAbout Your Hardware Connecting Speakers and Headphones Positioning Your Speakers For 5.1 channel speakersConnecting Analog Speaker Systems Channel analog speakersAudio Inputs Front Rear Center Subwoofer Connecting Digital Speaker Systems Connecting Home Theater Systems Connecting your A/V receiver to the Sound Blaster Z-SeriesConnecting your A/V Receiver using Line Level inputs Connect to Line Out 1 Front L/RConnect Line Out 2 Rear L/R Connect Line Out 3 Center/Subwoofer Connecting Headphones and Headsets For headsetsConnecting Audio Control Module Connecting your ACM to the Sound Blaster Z-SeriesConnecting your headphones and headsets to the ACM Installing and Uninstalling Software Uninstalling Drivers and ApplicationsTo remove Dolby Digital Live To remove DTS Connect Installing Drivers and Applications For WindowsUsing Your Sound Blaster Z-Series Playing GamesCreative ALchemy Dolby Digital LiveWatching DVDs DTS ConnectDecoding with a software DVD player Decoding with an external decoderPlaying / Recording Music Creating Music Chatting / GamingUsing the Creative Software Suite ApplicationsSound Blaster Z-Series Control Panel Managing Your ProfilesSharing Profiles Customizing Your AvatarAdjusting Your Master Volume Settings Configuring Your Software SettingsConfiguring Your General Settings SBX Pro Studio Settings Enhancing Your Listening ExperienceCrystalVoice Settings Having Fun with CrystalVoiceScout Mode Speakers/Headphones Settings Testing Your Audio PlaybackCinematic Settings Setting up DTS ConnectMixer Settings Adjusting Your Mixer SettingsSelecting the Input Device Source Equalizer Settings Customizing Your EQ SettingsAdvanced Features Settings Using Your Audio Device Enable Windows XP Compatibility ModeEnable the Game in Creative ALchemy Playing GamesCommunicating with Voice over Internet Protocol VoIP Creating Your Audio Sweet Spot with the SB Speaker Setup Speaker ConfigurationBass Management Polarity Selection Speaker PositionSpeaker Level General Specifications Front Panel Header Audio Connector Connection Compatibility Pin ConfigurationConnectivity Sound Blaster Z-Series Audio CardTroubleshooting Problems with Digital Audio DevicesProblems with Dolby Digital Live or DTS Connect Cannot enable Dolby Digital Live or DTS ConnectProblems with Multiple Audio Devices Problems with SoundNo sound from the headphones If there are other audio cards on the systemSafety Information Refer all servicing to authorized repair agentsLicense and Copyright