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The DSS2 connects to either a passive or powered (amplified) headset. It receives its audio signal from either a Xbox 360
®
, PS3
™
or PC/Mac
®
. Here are some different combinations that illustrate how it works:
Using the DSS2 with an Amplified Headset
When used with an amplified headset, such as the X12 or PX21, the headset is connected to the headphone output jack and the
USB can be connected to the DSS2 USB pass-thru socket.
Using the DSS2 with a Passive Stereo Headset
The DSS2 has a built-in headphone amplifier that can drive any passive stereo headset, like the Ear Force Z2, or passive
headsets from other manufacturers. Connect the headset to the headphone output and then adjust the volume control to a
comfortable level. Combining the Z2 with the DSS2 provides a low-cost wired Dolby surround sound headset for a PC/Mac.
USB Composite Headset
A composite USB headset, like the Ear Force P11, gets its power and chat signal from the USB connection. This type of headset
connects to the DSS2 in the same way as a powered headset, except in this case the USB port on the DSS2 provides both data
and power to the headset.
Wireless Headset
When used with a wireless headset, such as the X31, the transmitter USB power connects to the USB pass-thru socket on the
DSS2 just like a powered headset, and the transmitter line input connects to the DSS2 headphone output using the included
3.5mm to 3.5mm adapter cable. This sends the DSS2 headphone output to the X31 transmitter input which then transmits the
sound to the headset via the RF signal, so you can hear Dolby surround sound on the X31 headset.
What does it work with?
Game
sound
Power
USB cable
(included)
Digital optical
cable
(included)
X12 Amplified
Headset
Xbox 360
Z2 Passive
Headset
Game
sound
USB cable
(included)
Digital optical
cable
(included)
PC/Mac
P11 Composite
USB Headset
X31 Wireless
Headset
PlayStation
®
3
Xbox 360
Game
sound
Power + USB chat
USB cable
(included)
USB cable
(included)
Power
3.5mm audio
cable
(included)
Digital optical
cable
(included)
Digital optical
cable
(included)
