The main functions, such as speaker configuration, equalizer, and volume control, are available in all three modes. However, each mode optimizes the sound card resources to provide the best audio performance for the activity. Select the appropriate mode for what you are doing.

ModesFunctions

 

 

Audio Creation

Audio Creation Mode optimizes the sound card for

Mode

advanced recording functions.

 

Available features:

 

Recording from several audio sources

 

Applying studio-quality effects

 

Mixer settings

 

Equalizer settings

 

 

Entertainment

Entertainment Mode optimizes the sound card for playing

Mode

movies and music.

 

Available features:

 

Configuring speakers and headphones

 

Configuring surround sound, DTS, and THX

 

Volume, bass, and treble controls

 

Mixer settings

 

 

Game Mode

Game Mode optimizes the sound card for playing games.

 

Available features:

 

Volume, bass, and treble controls

 

Mixer settings

 

Configure speakers and headphones

 

Configure surround sound

 

 

 

More Information

For additional information on configuring and using the sound card, go to the Sound Blaster X-Fi documentation:

1Click Start on the taskbar.

2Choose All Programs, Creative, SoundBlaster X-Fi, and then click Documentation.3Click Online Manual.

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