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This download contains an improved version of the firmware on your ZiiO 7" tablet, and is intended for firmware version 1.00.13. It includes the Android 2.2 operating system, updated applications and widgets, and several fixes.  For more details, read the rest of this Web release note.

• ZiiO 7" tablet with firmware version 1.00.13
• When connecting to your computer, the OS should be Microsoft® Windows 7, Windows Vista®, or Windows XP Service Pack 3 32-bit edition

Notes:

• After installing this firmware, you will not be able to downgrade back to the previous firmware.
• If you are currently using a live wallpaper, it will be reset after installing this firmware. Items (shortcuts) and widgets on the Home panel will also be reset. You will need to reselect the wallpaper and add the items and widgets back to the Home panel.
• You can check the firmware version by tapping Settings > About. The firmware version is displayed under Build Number. 
• Before you install this firmware:
  1. Back up the tablet contents.
  2. Delete current widgets on the Home panel so that the upgraded widgets can take effect. 
  3. Ensure that your ZiiO's battery level is at 25% or higher.
  4. Use Task Manager to close all applications.

• You can install this firmware by downloading it directly to your ZiiO, or by downloading it to your computer first.

To install this firmware by downloading it directly from the Web to your ZiiO, do the following:

1. Download the ZiiO7_1_00_13to2_00_13_fwupd.apk file to your ZiiO.
   The file will be stored in your ZiiO's internal memory.
2. After the download is completed, tap the ZiiO7_1_00_13to2_00_13_fwupd.apk file in the popup box.
3. Tap Install in the popup box.
4. After the installation is completed, tap Open.
5. Follow the instructions in the dialog box that appears.
   Important: Do not power down your ZiiO during the firmware upgrading process unless you are instructed to do so.
   Note: After the upgrading process, your ZiiO will restart. The screen will go black for a while during this time. When the unlock screen appears, this means that the firmware upgrading process is complete. Please be patient.
   Tip: If the touch screen does not work when the unlock screen appears, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to turn off the tablet completely. You may turn on the tablet again when you need to use it.

To install this firmware by downloading it to your computer first, do the following:

1. Download the ZiiO7_1_00_13to2_00_13_fwupd.apk file to your computer.
2. Connect ZiiO to your computer using the USB cable. If the USB connected dialog box appears on the tablet, tap Mount. Otherwise, go to the Notification panel and tap USB connected > Mount.
3. Copy the ZiiO7_1_00_13to2_00_13_fwupd.apk file to your ZiiO (either in the internal memory or an inserted memory card).
4. On your computer, safely remove your ZiiO device in Windows. Next, go to the Notification panel on your ZiiO and tap Turn off USB storage > Turn Off. Then, disconnect ZiiO from the USB port.
5. With the use of ZiiExplorer, navigate to the location where you copied the file to, and tap it.
6. Tap Install in the popup box.
7. After the installation is completed, tap Open.
8. Follow the instructions in the dialog box that appears.
   Important: Do not power down your ZiiO during the firmware upgrading process unless you are instructed to do so.
   Note: After the upgrading process, your ZiiO will restart. The screen will go black for a while during this time. When the unlock screen appears, this means that the firmware upgrading process is complete. Please be patient.
   Tip: If the touch screen does not work when the unlock screen appears, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to turn off the tablet completely. You may turn on the tablet again when you need to use it. 

If you encounter any problems installing this firmware upgrade, please contact Technical Support.

For more information about your product, visit http://www.creative.com/getstarted/ziio7/faqs.asp

This download is a driver providing Microsoft® Windows® support for Creative Sound Blaster® X-Fi™ series of audio devices. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports the following audio devices only:

• Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeGamer Fatal1ty® Professional Series
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Platinum Fatal1ty Champion Series
• Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeMusic
• Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeGamer
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Platinum
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Elite Pro 
• Sound Blaster X-Fi

Fixes:
Resolves the following issues:

• System taking more than two minutes to shut down.
• PowerDVD® DX 8.3 (Dell® version) not working properly.
• Passthrough of Dolby®/DTS® audio to an external decoder not working with Windows Media Player 12.

Requirements:

• Microsoft Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit with Service Pack 1 or higher, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition or Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or higher, Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE) 2004 or later
• Sound Blaster X-Fi audio devices listed above

Notes:

• Do not install this driver for Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio.
• To install this driver
  1. Download the SBXF_PCDRV_XPVT_LB_2_18_0015.exe file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This download contains the Creative Console Launcher application for use with your Sound Blaster® X-Fi™ Titanium HD on Microsoft® Windows® 7 and Windows Vista®. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Fixes:
Resolves the following issues:

• Unable to display EAX preset list after switching from Game Mode to Entertainment Mode.
• Application becomes unstable when there is no Microphone effects support. 

Requirements:

• Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit, Windows Vista 64-bit with Service Pack 2 (SP2), Windows Vista 32-bit with SP2
• Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium HD 

Notes:

• Before installing the application, download and install the latest web driver for your audio device.
• To install the applications
  1. Download the CSL_PCAPP_LB_2_61_53.exe file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This download is a driver providing Microsoft® Windows® 7 and Windows Vista® support for Creative Sound Blaster® X-Fi™ Titanium HD. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Fixes:
Resolves the following issues:

• Aux-In is incorrectly displayed as Mic-In when using the Creative ASIO driver. 
• Microphone input is missing. when using the Creative ASIO driver.
• System takes a long time or is unable to shutdown properly while Dolby Digital® Live or DTS® Connect is enabled. 

Requirements:

• Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit, Windows Vista 64-bit with Service Pack 2 (SP2), Windows Vista 32-bit with SP2
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium HD

Notes:

• To install this driver
  1. Download the SBRL_PCDRV_LB_3_00_1004.exe file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This download contains an improved version of the firmware found on your Creative ZEN® MX player. It fixes issues in Imported Music, such as repeated playback and incorrect title bar language. For more details, read the rest of this Web release note.

Fixes:

• Fixes issues Imported Music menu, such as repeated playback and incorrect title bar language.
• Ensures correct display of contact details in Organizer.
• Improves the player’s stability when using SD memory cards.

 Requirements: 

• Microsoft® Windows Vista®, Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition, Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later
• USB port
• Creative ZEN MX player

Note:

• Before you upgrade the firmware, back up your player's contents.
• To install this firmware, do the following:
  1. Download the ZENMX_PCFW_L22_1_04_01.exe file to your local hard disk.
  2. Close all application windows that are currently running on your computer.
  3. Connect your player to your computer.
  4. Double-click the downloaded file and follow the instructions on the screen.
• After installing this firmware, it is recommended that you clean up your player's memory. Note that this procedure will not delete the player's contents.
  1. Turn off your player.
  2. Press and hold the Play/Pause button.
  3. When the Creative logo appears, press and hold the Back button until the Recovery Mode screen appears.
  4. Select Clean Up.
  5. When the clean up is complete, select Reboot.

This download contains an improved version of the firmware found on your Creative ZEN® Style 300/100 player. Fixes a battery charging issue. For more details, read the rest of this Web release note.

Fixes:

• Fixes a battery charging issue.

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 7, Windows Vista®, Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition, Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later
• USB port
• Creative ZEN Style 300/100 player

Note:

• To install this firmware, do the following:
  1. Download the ZENSTYLE_PCFW_L22_1_03_04.exe file to your local hard disk.
  2. Close all application windows that are currently running on your computer.
  3. Connect your player to your computer.
  4. Double-click the downloaded file and follow the instructions on the screen.

This starter pack is updated with the latest software for your Creative Live!® Cam Sync (VF0520). It adds new features and improves the overall functionality of your Live! Cam. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Added Features or Enhancements:
New Live! Central 3 (lite version) software that supports the following features 

• Easy to use Video & Photo capture tool
• Share on popular social media websites with a single click 
• Parental Control to prevent unauthorized use
• Auto Tuning with Face Brightener & Soft Skin

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows® 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit with Service Pack 1 or higher, Windows XP or Windows XP Professional x64 Edition with Service Pack 2 or higher
• Creative Live! Cam Sync (VF0520)

Notes:

• To install this software
  1. Download the LCSY_5202D_W1_17.exe file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Connect Live! Cam Sync to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This download contains the Creative Console Launcher beta application for use with the devices listed below in Microsoft® Windows® 7, Windows Vista® and Windows XP. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Take note of the following:

• THIS IS AN UNSUPPORTED BETA APPLICATION. There is no technical support for this application.
• We recommend that only experienced users install this application. Do not install this application on a system used to perform critical tasks.
• Users who are looking for stable applications should wait for the final release. When this happens, user should install the latest Creative Console Launcher application available.

This download supports the following audio devices only:

• Sound Blaster® X-Fi XtremeGamer Fatal1ty® Professional Series
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Platinum Fatal1ty Champion Series
• Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeMusic
• Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeGamer
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Platinum
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Elite Pro 
• Sound Blaster X-Fi
• PCI Express Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio
• ExpressCard Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio Notebook
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium Fatal1ty Champion Series
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium Fatal1ty Professional Series
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium Professional Audio
• Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium

Fixes:

• Resolves issue of missing DTS Connect™ option in Game and Audio Creation Mode.

Requirements:

• Microsoft Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit, Windows Vista 64-bit with Service Pack 1 (SP1), Windows Vista 32-bit with SP1, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3), Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE) 2005 or Windows XP MCE 2004
• Creative audio devices listed above

Notes:

• To install this application
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This download contains the latest firmware for use with your Sound Blaster® World of Warcraft® Headset on Windows® operating systems. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Added Features or Enhancements:

• Reduces the chance that speech captured by the microphone will be distorted after using the headset for an extended period of time.

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit with Service Pack 1 or higher, Windows XP Professional x64 Edition or Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or higher, Windows XP Media Center Edition (MCE) 2004 or later   
• Sound Blaster World of Warcraft Headset

Notes:

• To install this pack
  1. Download the SBWH_PCUSBFW_US_1_0_100602.exe file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

This is the Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit compatible device driver for the E-MU Xmidi 1x1, Xmidi 1x1 Tab and Xmidi 2x2 products. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This Driver Package contains an updated version of the Xmidi driver. This release contains all software needed to support the Xmidi 1x1, Xmidi 1x1 Tab and 2x2 MIDI interfaces.

Before you install:

• If you have experienced a fault in any audio applications, you should reboot Windows before applying this update.
• Exit all applications before installing these updates.

Driver Package contains the following:

• Driver Version# 5.12.1.4 (Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7)

Fixes:

• This package provides an updated version of the Xmidi driver to support the new Xmidi 1x1 Tab and Windows 7.

Minimum System Requirements:

• Intel® or AMD® processor
• Intel®, AMD® or 100% compatible motherboard & chipset
• 128 megabytes (MB) of RAM or higher
• 10 MB of free hard disk space
• XVGA Video (1024 x 768)
• Microsoft® Windows® XP SP2 or higer, Microsoft Vista or Windows 7
• E-MU® Xmidi USB MIDI interface