2
Inspecting For
Damage
Important Notes
channel sound cards such as Sound
Blaster 16 or the Sound Blaster
AWE series can also be used with
DeskTop Theater 5.1
, but these
cards will not provide rear channel
output when playing games using
DirectSound
®
3D or its derivatives.
One pair of satellites has cables
that are 3 meters (9 feet) long. The
other pair has cables that are 4
meters (12 feet) long. Typically, the
two satellites with the longer cables
will be used on the surround
channels, but the satellites are
otherwise identical. If you need
extra cable length for the front
These instructions assume you have
a DVD player with a SPDIF output
jack. This jack should provide the
Dolby Digital (AC-3) compressed data
stream (for example, the Creative
Labs PC-DVD Encore). These
instructions also assume your sound
card supports processing of
DirectSound
®
3D, including front and
rear two-channel minijack line
outputs (like Creative Labs Sound
Blaster PCI 64, PCI 128 or Sound
Blaster Live!). Conventional 2-
channel satellites, use the pair with
the longer cables instead.
One satellite of each pair has a
white plug. The other satellite has a
red plug. Use a satellite with a white
plug in the Left Front and Left
Surround positions. Use a satellite
with a red plug in the Right Front
and Right Surround positions.
The Subwoofer and Center
Channel speakers both have black
plugs on their cables to help
distinguish them from the smaller
satellites.
All the speakers are magnetically
shielded, including the subwoofer.
Examine each unit carefully for signs of
shipping damage. If there is any damage,
do not install the system. Consult the
store where you purchased the system or
call the appropriate Creative Technology,
Ltd. support group at the number listed at
the end of this publication. Save the
shipping carton and inserts in case you
have to transport the system later.
All the items shown in the illustration
should be included. If anything is
missing, notify the retailer.
