Creative SB1500 manual Audio Control Module, ACM accessory is bundled with Sound Blaster Zx only

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Audio Control Module

An external ACM (Audio Control Module) provides a built-in beamforming microphone and microphone/headphone I/O connections.

Note:

The ACM accessory is bundled with Sound Blaster Zx only.

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	Jack, Connector or Component	Description
1.	Volume Control Knob	Controls the playback volume of the
		sound card.
2.	Beamforming Microphone	Built-in Sound Blaster Beamforming
		Microphone
3.	6.3mm Microphone In jack	Connects to line-level sources (for
		example, MP3 players) or
		microphones with a 6.3mm plug.
4.	6.3mm Headphone jack	Connects to stereo headphones or head-
		sets with a 6.3mm plug.
5.	3.5mm Microphone In jack	Connects to line-level sources (for exam-
		ple, MP3 players) or microphones with a
		3.5mm (1/8-inch) plug.
6.	3.5mm Headphone jack	Connects to stereo headphones or head-
		sets with a 3.5mm (1/8-inch) plug.

Note:

The 6.3mm Microphone In jack takes priority over the 3.5mm Microphone In jack.

When connected to the Sound Blaster Z-Series, the built-in beamforming microphone features CrystalVoice technologies which is designed to deliver crystal clear vocal fidelity in multiplayer games, online chats and video conferencing. It also enhances voice communications for popular VoIP solutions. Voice effects can be controlled using the Sound Blaster Z-Series Control Panel. Simply toggle between your headphone and speakers system with a flip of a switch in the control panel.

The options of 3.5mm and 6.3mm Microphone and Headphone jacks let you have choices of your own on which headset or microphone to be used for recording, and audiophile grade connection through the gold-plated jacks on the ACM and Sound Blaster Zx.

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Contents User’s Guide System Requirements Additional Requirements where applicable DVD-VideoIntroduction 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 WindowsCreative ALchemy Using Your Sound Blaster Z-SeriesPlaying Games Dolby Digital LiveDecoding with a software DVD player Watching DVDsDTS Connect Decoding with an external decoderPlaying / Recording Music Creating Music Chatting / GamingUsing the Creative Software Suite ApplicationsSharing Profiles Sound Blaster Z-Series Control PanelManaging Your 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 Enable the Game in Creative ALchemy Using Your Audio DeviceEnable Windows XP Compatibility Mode 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 Connectivity Front Panel Header Audio Connector Connection CompatibilityPin Configuration Sound Blaster Z-Series Audio CardProblems with Dolby Digital Live or DTS Connect TroubleshootingProblems with Digital Audio Devices Cannot enable Dolby Digital Live or DTS ConnectNo sound from the headphones Problems with Multiple Audio DevicesProblems with Sound If there are other audio cards on the systemSafety Information Refer all servicing to authorized repair agentsLicense and Copyright