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This download contains the software(s) and application(s) for Sound Blaster® ZxR. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following models:

• Sound Blaster ZxR (SB1510)

What's New:

• Bug fixes and general improvements for Windows® 10

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit

Notes:

• To install this pack, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on screen.
  4. Restart your computer when prompted.

This download contains the software(s) and application(s) for Sound Blaster® Z-Series. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following models:

• Sound Blaster Z (SB1500, SB1502)
• Sound Blaster Zx (SB1506)

What's New:

• Bug fixes and general improvements for Windows® 10

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit

Notes:

• To install this pack, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on screen.
  4. Restart your computer when prompted.

This download contains the Sound Blaster Central application for Android™. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

What's New

• For Sound Blaster E5:
  • Added option to enable/disable Headphone Surround processing in Line/Optical Out (requires the latest firmware)

Sound Blaster Central

Sound Blaster Central gives you simplified support for product setup and usage with Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices that incorporate the multi-core SB-Axx1 audio chipset. It adds unprecedented audio controls and enhancements right from the palm of your hand!

Key features include:

• Bluetooth Connectivity Tool
  • Easily manage and customize connections to Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices.
• Advanced Controls
  • Sound Blaster Central grants you mobile access to a full suite of advanced features that improves your music, movies, gaming and communication experience. E.g. Increase movie dialog levels for added clarity, or soften explosions so you won't wake the family, removes ambient and acoustic noise for clearer communication, and much more!
• Customizable Alarm
  • Wake up to MP3 music or preset alarm tones with snooze function.
  • Set alarms to sound on your Android device, Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth device or both.
• Video Tutorials
  • Step-by-step videos teach you how to connect your smart device wirelessly to Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices.
  • Help you explore and take advantage of the many features of Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices.

Requirements:

• Devices with Android 2.3 or above
• Devices with Bluetooth capability
• Devices with screen resolution of 480x320 or higher
• Creative Sound Blaster Bluetooth devices

Supported devices:

• Sound BlasterAxx SBX 10
• Sound BlasterAxx SBX 20
• Sound Blaster EVO Zx
• Sound Blaster EVO ZxR
• Sound BlasterAxx AXX 200
• Sound Blaster E5

Notes:

• Enable "Unknown Sources" on your device to allow installation of the application.
• To install the application to your Android device, do the following:
  1. Download the application from the Web to your Android device's internal storage.
  2. After the download is complete, tap the application in the popup box/notification panel.
  3. Tap Install.
  4. Tap OK when asked to replace existing application.
  5. After the installation is complete, tap Open and you may start using the Sound Blaster Central.
• Some features mentioned are product specific, refer to its user manual for details.
• Important: This new version of Sound Blaster Central requires Sound Blaster Services.

This download contains the Live!® Cam application for Android™. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Watch your home live, receive alerts and review recordings wherever you go.

The Live! Cam app lets you see your home on your smartphone or tablet.

• Set up your Live! Cam IP SmartHD. Just plug it in and download this app to get started.
• Stream live videos 24/7, in clear 720p HD.
• Get instant alerts when motion or sound is detected.
• Listen and talk with 2-way audio.
• Record videos and review footage so you don't miss a thing.
• View 4 cameras at once and control them remotely.
• Automatically backup videos to the cloud.*
• Receive future updates and features.

* Optional Cloud Storage requires a paid subscription

What's New:

• Added User Guide (Help)
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

Works With:

• Creative® Live! Cam IP SmartHD

Requirements:

• Devices with Android 4.0 or above
• Devices with Bluetooth® capability
• Devices with screen resolution of 480x320 or higher

Notes:

• A working 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection is required
• Enable "Unknown Sources" on your device to allow installation of the application.
• To install the application to your Android device, do the following:
  1. Download the application from the Web to your Android device's internal storage.
  2. After the download is complete, tap the application in the popup box/notification panel.
  3. Tap Next.
  4. Tap Install.
  5. After the installation is complete, tap Open and you may start using Live! Cam.
• Find out more at www.creative.com/ipsmarthd.

This download contains the latest driver and application(s) for use with your BlasterX® Senz3D camera on Windows® operating systems. The highlight of this package, the BlasterX Acoustic Engine Pro, provides you with options to enhance the performance of your product. For more details, please read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• BlasterX Senz3D

What's New:

• Improved speech recognition

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 64-bit
• Intel® RealSense™ Depth Camera Manager (SR300). Go here to download.

Notes:

• To install this pack, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your device is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  5. Restart your computer when prompted.

This download contains the Live!® Cam application for Windows® operating systems. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Watch your home live, receive alerts and review recordings wherever you go.

The Live! Cam app lets you see your home on your computer.

• Set up your Live! Cam IP SmartHD. Just plug it in and download this app to get started.
• Stream live videos 24/7, in clear 720p HD.
• Listen and talk with 2-way audio.
• Record videos and review footage so you don't miss a thing.
• View 4 cameras at once and control them remotely.
• Automatically backup videos to the cloud.*
• Receive future updates and features.

* Optional Cloud Storage requires a paid subscription

Works With:

• Creative® Live! Cam IP SmartHD

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit

Notes:

• This is a beta release and does not represent the final product
• A working 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection is required
• To install this application, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
• Find out more at www.creative.com/ipsmarthd

This download contains the Live!® Cam application for Mac® operating systems. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

Watch your home live, receive alerts and review recordings wherever you go.

The Live! Cam app lets you see your home on your computer.

• Set up your Live! Cam IP SmartHD. Just plug it in and download this app to get started.
• Stream live videos 24/7, in clear 720p HD.
• Record videos and review footage so you don't miss a thing.
• View 4 cameras at once and control them remotely.
• Automatically backup videos to the cloud.*
• Receive future updates and features.

* Optional Cloud Storage requires a paid subscription

Works With:

• Creative® Live! Cam IP SmartHD

Requirements:

• Mac OS X® 10.11 or higher

Notes:

• This is a beta release and does not represent the final product
• A working 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection is required
• To install this application, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Double-click the downloaded file to uncompress it.
  3. Double-click the Live! Cam icon and follow the instructions on screen.
• Find out more at www.creative.com/ipsmarthd

This download contains an updated firmware for Sound Blaster® E5. This firmware includes support for Windows® 10 (32-bit and 64-bit). For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• Sound Blaster E5

Fixes:

• Device not charging when battery level is very low

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8.1 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows Vista® 32-bit or 64-bit

Notes:

• WARNING: Please ensure that the driver is installed before running the firmware upgrade. Do not unplug your device or restart your PC until full installation is completed.
• To install the firmware, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your device is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  5. Upon successful firmware upgrade, shut down your device by holding the the Power button for 4 seconds (LED off).
  6. Turn your device back on by holding the Power button for 1 second (LED on).

This download contains an updated firmware for Sound Blaster® E5. This firmware includes support for macOS™ Sierra 10.12. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• Sound Blaster E5

Fixes:

• Device not charging when battery level is very low

Requirements:

• Mac® OS X® 10.6.8 and above

Notes:

• WARNING: Please ensure that the driver is installed before running the firmware upgrade. Do not unplug your device or restart your PC until full installation is completed.
• To install the firmware, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your device is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file to uncompress it.
  4. Double-click the uncompressed DMG file.
  5. Double-click the SB_INSTALL icon.
  6. Double-click the Install icon and follow the instructions on screen.
  7. Upon successful firmware upgrade, shut down your device by holding the the Power button for 4 seconds (LED off).
  8. Turn your device back on by holding the Power button for 1 second (LED on).

This download contains an updated firmware for BlasterX Senz3D. For more details, read the rest of this web release note.

This download supports and is applicable for the following hardware:

• BlasterX Senz3D

What's New:

• Improved speech recognition

Requirements:

• Microsoft® Windows 10 64-bit

Notes:

• WARNING: Do not unplug your device or restart your PC until full installation is completed.
• To install the firmware, do the following:
  1. Download the file onto your local hard disk.
  2. Ensure that your device is connected to your computer.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.
  4. Follow the instructions on the screen.