Wireless Dolby Surround Sound Gaming Headset | Ear Force X42

Overview
Specifications
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Summary

The X42 puts you in the middle of the action with Dolby surround sound and a stunning 3D audio environment. Powered by a state-of-the-art 2.4/5GHz Dual-Band Wi-Fi radio, the X42 easily coexists with Wi-Fi networks and virtually eliminates wireless interference with other devices. Multiple EQ presets and variable surround sound angles let you customize audio settings for any gaming situation. Its massive 50mm speakers deliver amazing audio fidelity and bone-rattling bass, while its lightweight design and breathable mesh ear cushions provide ultimate comfort. If you’re serious about gaming, then get serious about the sound. Step up to the X42 and experience game audio like never before.

Engineered For Gaming™

Dolby Surround Sound Immersive 360 degree audio lets you pinpoint the direction of every sound.	2.4/5 GHZ Dual-Band Wi-Fi Selects the optimum frequency in the 2.4 GHz/5 GHz spectrums, virtually eliminating interference from wireless networks.
Adjustable Surround Sound Angles Alter the positioning of the surround sound angles to customize your audio experience.	Equalizer (EQ) Presets Multiple EQ presets including bass and treble boost combinations.
Independent Volume Controls Allows for personalized balancing of game and chat audio.	Dynamic Chat Boost™ Chat volume automatically increases as the game volume gets louder.
Microphone Monitor Hear your voice in the headset so you won't have to shout.	Massive 50mm Speakers Delivers superior audio quality with crisp highs and deep, rumbling lows.
Digital Optical Connection Delivers high quality digital surround sound.

Specifications

Headset

50mm diameter speakers with neodymium magnets
Digital Wireless RF carrier reception (2.4 – 2.495/5.0 – 5.8GHz dual-band WiFi)
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz, >120dB SPL @ 1kHz
Condenser Microphone Frequency Response: 50Hz - 15kHz
Headphone Amplifier: Stereo 27mW/ch, THD <1%
Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Bass & Treble Boost
Chat Boost™ talkback expander: +10dB gain boost at maximum game volume
Audio mutes automatically when carrier signal is lost
Operates on dual AAA batteries
Automatic shut down after approx 5 minutes of carrier loss or silence to conserve battery power

Transmitter

Digital Wireless RF wireless carrier transmission (2.4 – 2.495/5.0 – 5.8GHz dual-band WiFi)
Digital RF wireless transmission range up to 30 feet
Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz
Optical TOSLINK digital audio input compatible with 48kHz digital audio stream (required for Dolby surround sound)
Optical TOSLINK digital audio output pass-through of digital input stream
Analog 3.5mm input (signal is muted when digital input is active)
Six adjustable speaker angle positions on 5.1 surround sound setting
Power requirements: 5VDC @ 380mA max
Dimensions: L:3.875" (100mm) X W:2.75" (70mm) X D: 1" (25mm)

Package Contents

X42 Headset
X42 Transmitter
Digital Optical Cable
Xbox 360 Talkback Cable
(2) AAA Batteries
User Guide
Turtle Beach Sticker

System Requirements

Xbox 360: console with optical audio output or AV cable to support optical output:
- HDMI audio adapter cable
- Advanced SCART AV cable
- Composite AV cable with optical output
Available USB port

Certifications

FCC
CE
C-Tick: N21006
RoHS
IC: 3789A-2270
IC: 3879A-2271
TSAA: 04T-00517011

Details

What's In The Box?

How Does It Work?

PS3/PC Chat Adapter Cable + Amigo II

Use this cable and the Amigo II to create a USB chat connection to a PS3 or PC.

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Not compatible with the X3, X4 Headphones.

Price: $29.95

PC Chat Adapter Cable ONLY

Use this cable to connect the X42 headset's microphone directly to a PC mic input OR to a USB sound card (such as our Amigo II) to create a USB chat connection. Length 15.6 feet - 188" (477.50 cm) Click Here for More Info Not compatible with the X3, X4 Headphones.

Price: $9.95

3.5mm Audio Cable

This stereo 3.5mm-to-3.5mm (male) cable is used to connect the DSS2 to a headphone output jack, such as on a PC or Mac®. Length: 5 Ft.
Item: TB450-0019-01

Price: $3.95

XBOX LIVE Talkback Cable

Connects the X32 or X42 headset mic to the XBOX 360® controller for XBOX LIVE chat. Length 42" (106 cm)

Not compatible with the X3, X4 Headphones.

Limit three (3) per customer. Multiple orders will not be processed.

Price: $5.95

XBOX LIVE Puck

Connects the headset mic to the XBOX 360 controller for XBOX LIVE chat. Ideal for gamers who prefer quick access to the chat volume and mute function. Length 30" (76 cm)

Limit three (3) per customer. Multiple orders will not be processed.

Price: $5.95

USB Power Adapter

AC-to-USB power adapter for use when an extra USB port on your console is needed.

Price: $9.95

X42 Ear Cushion

ONE (1) replacement fabric mesh ear cushion for the X42. Purchase two if you need to replace both cushions.

Price: $1.95

X42 Mic Foam Cover

Windscreen/pop filter for the X42 Microphone

Price: $1.95

X42 Optical Toslink Cable S/PDIF

Digital optical cable connects the X42 digital optical input to the XBOX 360 for Dolby Digital surround sound. Length: 6'

Price: $7.95

X42 Headset ONLY

Replacement headset for your X42 setup. PLEASE NOTE that you can only use one headset per transmitter. "Pairing" instructions can be found in the X42 User's Guide. INCLUDES HEADSET ONLY - removable microphone and batteries are not included. Not compatible with the X4 product.

Price: $55.95

X42 Transmitter ONLY

Replacement transmitter for your X42 setup. PLEASE NOTE that replacement transmitters will need to be "paired" with headset. Instructions can be found in the X42 User's Guide.

Price: $95.95