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User’s GuideCreative Sound Blaster PCl512Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the p

xSystem RequirementsFor Creative software, your card requires at least:❑ Pentium® class processor:133 MHz for Windows 95/98/ME,200 MHz for Windows NT

Knowing and Installing Your Card 1-11ChapterKnowing and Installing Your CardThis chapter is organized as follows:❑ On the Audio Card❑ Installing the C

1-2 Knowing and Installing Your CardInstalling the Card and Related Peripherals1. Switch off your system and all peripheral devices.2. Touch a metal p

Knowing and Installing Your Card 1-3 For a 4-channel speaker system (e.g., the FourPointSurround series by Cambridge SoundWorks), connect it

1-4 Knowing and Installing Your CardPositioning Your SpeakersIf you are using four speakers, place them such that they form the corners of a square wi

Installing Software in Windows 95/98 2-12ChapterInstalling Software in Windows 95/98This chapter shows you how to install the audio software in Window

2-2 Installing Software in Windows 95/982. If there is a Specify a location check box, make sure it is selected and clear the other check boxes. 3. Cl

Installing Software in Windows 95/98 2-3Installing the Applications1. If your installation disc is already in your CD-ROM drive, eject the disc and in

2-4 Installing Software in Windows 95/98Configuring Your Speakers1. Bring your pointer to the top of the screen to display Creative Launcher, click th

Installing Software in Windows NT 4.0 / Windows 2000 / Windows ME 3-13ChapterInstalling Software in Windows NT 4.0 / Windows 2000 / Windows METhis cha

Creative End-User Software License Agreement Version 2.4, June 2000PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE. BY INSTALLING A

3-2 Installing Software in Windows NT 4.0 / Windows 2000 / Windows ME8. In the Microsoft Joystick Configuration dialog box, select your configuration,

General Specifications A-1AAppendixGeneral SpecificationsThis section lists the specifications of your card.FeaturesPCI Bus Mastering❑ PCI Specificati

A-2 General SpecificationsConnectivityAudio Inputs❑ One line-level analog Line input via (blue) stereo jack on rear bracket❑ One mono Microphone analo

SB Emulation in MS-DOS/ Window 95/98 B-1BAppendixSB Emulation in MS-DOS/ Window 95/98This appendix is organized as follows:❑ Background❑ Understanding

B-2 SB Emulation in MS-DOS/ Window 95/98The first two statements set up the environment variables for your audio card. For an explanation of the varia

SB Emulation in MS-DOS/ Window 95/98 B-3Interrupt Request (IRQ) LineAn IRQ line is a signal line that a device uses to notify your computer’s central

B-4 SB Emulation in MS-DOS/ Window 95/984. Double-click Creative Miscellaneous Devices, and then double-click Creative SB PCI512 SB16 Emulation.5. Cli

SB Emulation in MS-DOS/ Window 95/98 B-5Digital Audio OptionsSB PCI512 supports Sound Blaster, Sound Blaster Pro, Sound Blaster 16, and Adlib digital

B-6 SB Emulation in MS-DOS/ Window 95/98SBESET.EXEUse SBESET.EXE to manually configure SB resources or disable SB Emulation. By default, SB Emulation

Changing Audio Card Settings C-1CAppendixChanging Audio Card SettingsYou might want to disable interfaces that you are not using to free up resources,

10.Decompiling, Disassembling, or Reverse EngineeringYou acknowledge that the Software contains trade secrets and other proprietary information of Cre

Troubleshooting D-1DAppendixTroubleshootingThis appendix provides tips for solving problems you may encounter during installation or normal use.Proble

D-2 TroubleshootingIn a 4-speaker configuration, there is no sound from the rear speakers.Check the following:❑ The rear speakers are connected to the

Troubleshooting D-3Insufficient SoundFont CacheThere is insufficient memory to load SoundFonts.This may occur when a SoundFont-compatible MIDI file is

D-4 Troubleshooting6. Make sure that the Use Automatic Settings check box is selected, and click the OK button.You can also refer to the Troubleshooti

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Safety InformationThe following sections contain notices for various countries:CAUTION: This device is intended to be installed by the user in a CSA/T

ContentsIntroductionSystem Requirements ...xBefore You Begin ...

Interrupt Request (IRQ) Line...B-3Direct Memory Access (DMA) Channel... B-3Understanding the Environment Variables .

ixIntroductionSound Blaster PCI512 is Creative’s entry-level Environmental Audio™ audio card for high quality 3D gaming. It offers SB PCI compatibilit