HyperX KHX-HSCP-GM Cloud II – Gaming Headset
Specifications
- Product Dimensions
4.33 x 4.33 x 3.54 inches - Item Weight
8.3 ounces - Series
HyperX Cloud II - Hardware Platform
PC, Gaming Console - Form Factor
Closed-back - Connectivity Technology
Wired - Driver
Dynamic, 53mm with neodymium magnets - Type
Circumaural, Closed back - Frequency response
15Hz–20kHz - Impedance
60 Ω - Sound pressure level
104dBSPL/mW at 1kHz - T.H.D.
≤ 1% - Cable length and type
USB charge cable (0.5m) - Element
Electret condenser microphone - Polar pattern
Bi-directional, Noise-cancelling - Frequency response
50Hz-6.8kHz - Sensitivity
-20dBV (1V/Pa at 1kHz) - Brand
HyperX
Introduction
You may hear what you’ve been missing with HyperX Cloud II’s freshly created USB sound card audio control box, which boosts audio and voice for the best Hi Fi gaming experience. The rustle of a camper’s boot or the scuttle in a far-off vent are just a couple of the details you can unlock that other gamers will never know. This cutting-edge headset creates simulated 7.1 surround sound with distance and depth to improve your experience with games, movies, or music. In your sound settings, the headset must be configured as the default audio device. Using Windows: 1. Click on Hardware and Sound in the Control Panel, then click Sound. Right-click on the option and select “HyperX 7.1 Audio” if that is not presently the default audio device. , then choose “Set as Default Device.” The default audio device should now have a green checkmark next to it. The headset’s microphone is located under the “Recording” menu; follow the same procedures there (also found in the Sound program in Control Panel.) On a Mac: 1 From the drop-down menu on the Apple menu, choose “System Preferences.” Select “Sound” from “System Preferences” by clicking the icon. Select “HyperX 7.1 Audio” as the default sound input by clicking the Input tab. Select “HyperX 7.1 Audio” as the default sound output by clicking the Output tab. The headset can show up as “USB audio” rather than “HyperX 7.1 Audio.” Recognize the detailed, dramatic sounds of your games with clarity and accuracy.
What’s in the box
- HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset
- Detachable microphone
- Spare set of velour ear cushions
- Limited 2-year warranty
Overview
- Mic mute / mic monitoring button
- USB charge port
- Microphone port
- Status LED
- Power / 7.1 Surround Sound button
- Detachable microphone
- Microphone mute LED
- USB adapter
- Wireless pairing pinhole
- Wireless status LED
- USB charge cable Volume wheel
Setting up with PC
- Connect the wireless USB adapter to the PC.
- Power on the headset.
- Right click speaker icon > Select Open Sound settings > Select Sound Control Panel
- Under the Playback tab, click on “HyperX Cloud II Wireless” and click on the Set Default button.
- Right click on “HyperX Cloud II Wireless” and click on Configure Speakers.
- Select 7.1 Surround as the speaker configuration and click next.
- Under the Recording tab, click on “HyperX Cloud II Wireless” and click on the Set Default button.
- Under the Playback tab, verify that “HyperX Cloud II Wireless” is set as Default Device andDefault Communication Device. Under the Recording tab, verify that “HyperX Cloud II Wireless” is set as Default Device.
Setting up with PlayStation 4
- Set Input Device to USB Headset (HyperX Cloud II Wireless)
- Set Output Device to USB Headset (HyperX Cloud II Wireless)
- Set Output to Headphones to All Audio
- Set Volume Control (Headphones) to the maximum.
Controls
Status LED
Power / 7.1 Surround Sound button
- Hold for 3 seconds to power the headset on/off
- Press to toggle 7.1 Surround Sound* on/off
Virtual 7.1 surround sound outputs as a 2-channel stereo signal to be used with stereo headphones.
Mic mute / mic monitoring button
- Press to toggle mic mute on/off
- LED On – Mic muted
- LED Off – Mic active
- Hold for 3 seconds to toggle mic monitoring on/off
Volume wheel
- Scroll up and down to adjust the volume level
WARNING
Permanent hearing damage can occur if a headset is used at high volumes for extended periods of time.
Charging the Headset
It is recommended to fully charge your headset before first use. When charging the headset, the headset status LED will indicate the current charge status.
Wired charging
To charge the headset via wired, plug the headset to a USB port with the USB charge cable.
HyperX NGENUITY Software
Download NGENUITY software at: hyperxgaming.com/ngenuity
Manually Pairing the Headset and USB Adapter
The headset and USB adapter are automatically paired together out of the box. But if manual pairing is needed, follow the steps below to pair the headset and USB adapter.
- While the headset is powered off, hold down the power button until the headset status LED starts blinking red/green rapidly. The headset is now in pairing mode.
- While the USB adapter is plugged in, use a small tool (e.g. paper clip, SIM tray ejector, etc.) to hold down the button inside the pin hole until the USB adapter LED starts blinking rapidly. The USB adapter is now in pairing mode.
- Wait until both the headset LED and the USB adapter LED are solid. The headset and USB adapter are now paired together.
Questions or Setup Issues?
Contact the HyperX support team at: hyperxgaming.com/support/
Frequently Asked Questions
The virtual 7.1 surround sound is supported through the USB sound card only when used on a computer. The Cloud II is officially supported with the PS4 using the 3.5mm audio jack plugged into the controller. It can be used with the USB sound card but as the PS4 does not have the drivers to run the sound card it will only support pass-through sound. When used that way the 7.1, volume, and mic control buttons are disabled; only the mic mute switch on the side will work.
HyperX Cloud Flight automatically stops charging when the battery reaches a full charge, even with the charging cable attached. Our internal testing has shown no evidence of battery degradation with the charging cable connected for extended periods of time. Cloud Flight can function for up to 30 hours (with headset LED lights turned off) on a full charge, not 50 hours.
Mostly these are made of aluminum and faux leather. The plastic clip that holds the earpiece to the band breaks after 4 months.
Yes, the Cloud Alpha is stereo, but I highly recommend that you try pairing the USB Dolby 7.1 Adapter with it for USB connectivity and Virtual Surround Sound for an amazing audio experience.
The Cloud II comes with basically all the same accessories except for a few differences. As the Cloud II has a single 3.5mm connector, the 1-meter extension cable is for the single 3.5mm connector and there is no Y-cable included for mobile devices since it is not needed. And the Cloud II like the original Cloud comes with interchangeable leatherette and velour ear pads.
When connected to a computer you can enable mic monitoring or select to “listen to” the mic in the audio options so that you hear yourself through the mic on the headphones. In other devices, like gaming consoles, cell phones or tablets, that do not have advanced audio options this would not be available.
Sorry but Kingston is wrong about the Flights working on the Xbox One. You can use the included 3.5mm cable and ug into your controller or headset adapter. You do lose chat functionality and control 9f the volume wheel however. Or you can do what I did and have full chat on the Xbox One. I used the V-Moda Boompro microphone and plugged that into where the 3.5mm cable goes. Now I have crystal clear chat and full use of the Flights on my Xbox One. Also the headset is much louder than when it is used wirelessly.
Yes, the USB connector is all that is needed to connect the headset to the PC. You attach the headset to to the USB dongle with the 3.5mm jack, and then the dongle to the PC via USB. This allows you to use the built in sound card and 7.1 surround when connected to the PC. The 3.5mm jack is mainly meant to be used when using the headset with a mobile device or with the PS4. I came from the Turtle Beach x12 headset where I needed a USB port, AND audio/mic jack. But with the HyperX Could II, you only need the USB port.
The HyperX Cloud Mix does support aptX-LL.
The Cloud Alpha ear cups are designed to be slightly expanded than those of Cloud II and will not fit older Cloud models’ ear pads.
Not as of about two weeks ago when I called customer support. They sent me a free adaptor cable to plug straight into my motherboard and mouse pad to hold me over until they have a fix. But honestly, the crackling is barely noticeable and hardly ever happens, I would still be happy with this headset even if they never find a fix.
HyperX Cloud MIX is intended to function as a pair wired gaming headset on PC, PS4, Xbox One and etc. Cloud MIX works well as a Bluetooth headset on smartphones and tables. It is recommended to use Cloud MIX in Bluetooth mode only for audio playback on PC due to Windows Bluetooth audio quality and bandwidth limitations. Attach a separate microphone to the PC as the primary audio input device when using Cloud MIX in Bluetooth mode on the same PC.
