Razer BlackShark V3 Master Guide

Table of Contents

1. Package Contents
2. What You Need
3. Warranty
4. Introduction
5. How to Use the Razer BlackShark V3
6. Razer Headset Settings
7. Precautions and Maintenance
8. Legal Information

1. Package Contents

The Razer BlackShark V3 package includes:

• Razer BlackShark V3 headset
• 2nd Gen Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Dongle
• Type-A to Type-C Cable
• Detachable Razer™ HyperClear Cardioid 12mm Microphone
• Important Product Information Guide

Headset Components:

• A. Adjustable Padded Headband
• B. Hybrid memory foam ear cushions made of fabric and leatherette
• C. Volume control knob
• D. Microphone mute toggle
• E. Power button
• F. Status indicator
• G. USB Type-C Port
• H. Microphone port
• I. SmartSwitch Button:
  • Equalizer (EQ) Presets*
  • 2.4GHz Mode
  • Bluetooth® Mode
  • Dual Audio Mode
• J. Game/Chat Balance Wheel*

Wireless Dongle Components:

• K. USB Type-C Port
• L. Dongle indicator LED

*Customizable via Razer Synapse or the Razer Audio app.

2. What You Need

Product Requirements:

• Device with Bluetooth audio capability or a USB Type-A port.

RAZER SYNAPSE System Requirements:

• Windows 10 64-bit or later
• Internet connection (for app installation)

RAZER AUDIO App Requirements:

• iOS 12 / Android 8.1 Oreo or later
• Internet connection (for app installation)

3. Warranty

Your product's serial number is located here.

Register your product to get exclusive perks at razerid.razer.com/warranty.

2 Year Warranty

4. Introduction

Charging the Headset

1. Connect the headset to a power source using the USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable.
2. The status indicator will show the charging status:
   • Rapidly flashing red: Battery critically low
   • Flashing green: High battery level
   • Flashing yellow: Medium battery level
   • Flashing red: Low battery level
   • Solid green: Fully charged

For optimal performance, connect the Razer BlackShark V3 directly to a USB port on your computer using the included cable. A full charge takes approximately 4 hours.

Powering the Headset On/Off

Press and hold the power button for 2 seconds to turn the headset on or off.

• On: Solid green light (2 seconds)
• Off: Solid red light (1 second)

Connecting to a Device

Wired Mode

Connect the headset to your device using the USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable.

2.4 GHz Mode

1. Turn on the headset by pressing and holding the power button for 2 seconds. The indicator light will turn solid green.
2. Connect the Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Dongle to a USB Type-A port on your device. The headset will automatically connect to the dongle.

Indicator LED Status:

• Flashing green: Connecting
• Solid green: Connected
• Red: Battery low
• Yellow: Battery medium

The indicator LED can be customized via Razer Synapse to display connection status, battery status (default), or low battery warnings.

PC Setup

Ensure the Razer BlackShark V3 is set as the default input and output device on your PC.

Wired Mode Setup:

Navigate to 'Open Sound settings' > 'Sound'. Under 'Output', select 'BlackShark V3 USB - Game'. Under 'Input', select 'BlackShark V3 USB - Chat'.

2.4 GHz Wireless Mode Setup:

Navigate to 'Open Sound settings' > 'Sound'. Under 'Output', select 'BlackShark V3 - Game'. Under 'Input', select 'BlackShark V3 - Chat'.

Personalizing Your PC Experience with Razer Synapse

Use the Razer Synapse app to customize EQ, enhance audio, and fine-tune other advanced features. Install Razer Synapse when prompted, or download the installer from razer.com/synapse.

Enabling THX® Spatial Audio*

For the full Razer BlackShark V3 experience, enable 360° positional audio via Razer Synapse for a natural and immersive experience.

*Available for Windows 10 64-bit and later.

BLUETOOTH® Mode

1. Turn on the headset by pressing and holding the power button for 2 seconds. The indicator light will turn solid green.
2. Double-press the power button to enter pairing mode. The indicator light will flash blue.
3. On your Bluetooth device, search for the headset (BlackShark V3 BT).
4. Once paired, the indicator light will turn solid blue.

If pairing times out and the headset powers off, follow the steps above to re-initiate pairing.

Re-enabling Bluetooth Pairing Mode

1. Turn on the headset by pressing and holding the power button for 2 seconds. The indicator light will turn solid green.
2. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to re-enter pairing mode.
3. On your Bluetooth device, search for the headset (BlackShark V3 BT).
4. Once paired, the indicator light will turn solid blue.

Mobile Setup

Download the Razer Audio app to customize EQ settings, auto-off features, gaming modes, and more, anytime and anywhere.

Available on the App Store and Google Play.

Download from App Store or Google Play.

For China, download from RZR.TO/AUDAPP.

Pairing for Both Wireless Modes

The indicator light will turn solid white when paired in both wireless modes.

Switching Wireless Modes

Double-press the power button to switch between modes:

• 2.4GHz Mode
• BT Mode
• Dual Audio Mode

5. How to Use the Razer BlackShark V3

RAZER HYPERCLEAR Super Wideband Microphone

Extending the Microphone

Pull out the microphone to extend it.

Positioning the Microphone Correctly

Ensure the microphone diaphragm is facing your mouth and the air vent is facing away from your mouth. Position the microphone approximately 2.54 cm (1 inch) from your mouth.

Muting/Unmuting the Microphone

Toggle the mute button to mute or unmute the microphone.

Adjusting Volume

Rotate the volume control knob to increase or decrease the volume.

Switching EQ Presets

Press the SmartSwitch button to cycle through EQ presets:

• Default
• Game
• Movie
• Music
• Sport 1

EQ presets can be customized further in Razer Synapse or the Razer Audio app.

Game/Chat Balance Adjustment

Rotate the game/chat balance wheel to adjust the audio mix between game and chat. Turning it one way increases game volume and decreases chat volume, while turning it the other way does the opposite.

This feature can be further customized in Razer Synapse or the Razer Audio app.

BLUETOOTH Call Function Reference

Adjusting for Comfort

Gently stretch the headband before wearing the headset. Do not overstretch to avoid permanent damage.

For more details on this gaming-grade headset, visit support.razer.com.

6. Razer Headset Settings

Disclaimer: This guide provides an overview of the new Razer Synapse app and may not cover all features of your device. Razer Synapse requires an internet connection for installation, updates, access, and cloud-based features. Razer ID account registration is recommended but optional. All features shown are subject to change based on the current version, connected devices, and supported add-ons.

SYNAPSE

After installing Razer Synapse, the initial startup screen will display the [Synapse] tab. Use the following buttons to navigate the user interface:

• Minimize: Minimizes the app to the taskbar while it runs in the background.
• Maximize: Expands the window to fill the screen. Click again to restore the original size.
• Close (X): Closes all related tabs and exits the application completely.
• Previous Tab (<): Returns to the last accessed tab.
• Next Tab (>): Moves to the next page after using the 'Previous Tab' button.
• Refresh Tab (↻): Reloads the current page. Use this if the page is not displaying correctly or if you want to see the latest content.
• Download Updates (↑): Notifies you of app changes. Use this if the page is not displaying correctly or if you want to see the latest content.
• Other (:::): Opens a pop-up with easy access to [Device], [Module], and [Other Installed Apps] tabs.
• Settings (⚙️): Opens the [Settings] tab for quick adjustments.
• Profile: Opens a pop-up with options for [Login], [Feedback], [Rate this software], [Add Wi-Fi Device], and [Exit].
• Information (?): Hover over this button to see additional information about its features and characteristics.

Dashboard

The [Dashboard] sub-tab displays an overview of Razer Synapse, providing access to all your Razer devices, modules, and online services.

Gamer Room

The [Gamer Room] sub-tab displays all devices with Razer Aether light functionality. From here, you can view and manage devices supported by Gamer Room.

Synapse Override

This section allows you to select and customize device lighting, and have it react to Chroma-enabled games or the Chroma Connect app using Razer Synapse.

Controlled by Gamer Room App

This section displays all compatible devices that can be remotely controlled by the Gamer Room app.

Devices & Modules

The [Modules] sub-tab displays all installed and installable modules.

Global Shortcuts

Bind custom key combinations or Razer Synapse functions to inputs from Razer Synapse-enabled devices. This can be used for all device profiles.

Razer Synapse-enabled device inputs are recognized.

BlackShark V3 Tab

The main tab for the Razer headset is the [BlackShark V3] tab. Here you can change device settings such as lighting (if supported), EQ profile settings and customization, system volume, and individual volumes for active applications. Changes made in this tab are automatically saved locally and to cloud storage. Access profile options from the buttons below.

Profile Dropdown Bar:

Clicking this dropdown bar displays all profiles for this device, allowing for quick profile switching. To add, import, rename, duplicate, export, or delete profiles, press the corresponding [Other] button (...).

Sound Tab:

The [Sound] sub-tab allows you to adjust and change the device's audio settings.

Profiles:

Profiles are data storage for all Razer device settings. By default, profile names are based on your system name. Clicking the dropdown bar (■) displays all profiles for this device, allowing for quick switching. To add, import, rename, duplicate, export, or delete profiles, press the corresponding [Other] button (...).

Audio Equalizer:

Select equalizer presets created for optimal audio experiences, whether for immersive gameplay, movie watching, or listening to your favorite music. Manually adjusting equalizer presets will automatically change the setting to [Custom].

Game profiles automatically load preferred THX Spatial Audio or audio equalizer presets when a game is in the foreground. To manually add apps and set their desired audio output, click [Add Game and Program].

Volume:

Adjust the device's volume. You can also use the Windows [Volume Mixer] to adjust the system volume or the volume of individual applications.

Game/Chat Balance:

Use the slider to change the audio mix between game and chat channels, making one channel easier to hear than the other.

Sound Properties:

Open the Windows Sound Properties window to manage settings for playback and recording devices, sound settings, and default communication activities.

Enhancements:

The [Enhancements] sub-tab allows customization of audio system reception audio settings and frequency characteristics.

Ultra-Low Latency: Experience fast wireless audio with the 2nd Gen Razer HyperSpeed Wireless Dongle. Achieve the fastest response times with ~10ms ultra-low latency. Disabling this feature allows for gaming-grade latency, a wider range, and longer battery life.

In-Call Audio Mix: When connected in 2.4GHz mode, choose how to handle incoming calls from your mobile device via Bluetooth mode.

• 2.4GHz & Bluetooth Combination
• Lower 2.4GHz Volume
• Mute 2.4GHz Volume

Note: This feature is only available when connected to both Bluetooth and 2.4GHz modes simultaneously.

Audio Boost:

Amplify quiet sounds like footsteps or low-volume conversations.

Microphone Tab:

The [Microphone] sub-tab allows you to change all microphone audio output settings.

Microphone Volume Adjustment:

Adjust the microphone volume or use the toggle to disable it. You can also enable [Mic Test] to test your microphone's input audio levels.

Microphone Enhancements:

Improve your microphone's input audio quality by enabling and adjusting the following features:

• Volume Normalization: Reduces loudness variations.
• Vocal Clarity: Emphasizes vocal frequencies.
• Microphone Noise Cancellation: Suppresses ambient noise.
• Voice Gate: Adjusts microphone input sensitivity.

Microphone Equalizer:

Select the microphone equalizer preset that best suits your needs. Manually adjusting equalizer presets will automatically change the setting to [Custom].

Microphone Monitoring (Sidetone):

Toggle this setting to directly monitor your microphone's audio through the headset and adjust the monitor volume as needed.

Power:

For wireless devices, the [Power] sub-tab allows you to manage the device's power consumption during battery operation.

LED Indicator:

This feature allows you to customize the LED notifications on the HyperSpeed Wireless Dongle when the mouse is in wireless mode.

Wireless Power Saving:

Configure the device to turn off after a period of inactivity.

Demo:

The [Demo] sub-tab allows you to view all customizations and enhancements.

Stereo / THX Spatial Audio:

Switch between [Stereo] audio and [THX Spatial Audio] modes.

Linked Games:

The [Linked Games] sub-tab allows you to add apps, display peripherals linked to apps, and search for apps in the list.

Games:

The [Games] sub-tab allows you to link apps and peripherals. You can sort apps by title, last played date, or maximum playtime. Apps are displayed here even if they are not linked to Razer devices. To add apps not displayed, manually search using the [Add] button (+) or use the [Scan] button (<0xC2><0xA7>) for automatic detection. Click the search button (Q) to search for specific games or programs in the list.

To link an app to a Razer device, click the app from the list and select the device and its profile. This will automatically set the device to the selected profile each time the app is launched.

Devices:

The [Devices] sub-tab displays peripherals and allows you to check which apps they are linked to. Selecting a device allows you to view the list of linked apps, add new apps, or remove linked apps. You can filter these apps using the [Display] and [Sort Order] dropdown lists. To add apps not shown for peripherals, drag and drop the executable file into the box, or use the [Add] button (+) to open a search window. Within the search window, click the [Update] button (C) to re-scan installed apps, click the [Search] button (Q) to find specific games or programs in the list, or click the [Browse] link to manually search for apps.

To link an app to a Razer device, click the checkbox in the upper left corner of the app within the search box. This will automatically set the device to the selected profile each time the app is launched.

Settings:

Clicking the (☆) button provides access to the [Settings] tab, where you can configure numerous options:

Synapse:

The Synapse sub-tab contains app-specific options.

• Auto-start: Configure the app's behavior on system startup.
  • Automatically start Razer Synapse when the system starts.
  • Minimize to system tray on startup.
• Recommendations: Based on your setup and linked games, this section displays recommended new products and features on the dashboard.
• Device Lighting: Select apps to control device lighting effects.
• Notifications: The [Notifications] option allows apps to display on-screen notifications, even when a full-screen app is running.
• Reset Tutorials: Selecting the [Reset] button re-enables all tutorials for understanding Razer Synapse features.
• General: The [General] sub-tab provides access to other app options and software information.
• Language: This option allows you to change the display language of Razer Synapse.
• About: The [About] section displays the current software version and copyright statement, and includes links to Razer's terms of use. This option also provides quick access to Razer's social communities.

7. Precautions and Maintenance

Safety Guidelines

To ensure maximum safety when using the Razer BlackShark V3, please follow these guidelines:

• If you encounter operational issues with the product and cannot resolve them through troubleshooting, disconnect the product and contact the Razer hotline or check for support information at support.razer.com.
• Do not disassemble the product, as this will void the warranty. Do not operate it with abnormal current loads.
• Avoid exposing the product to liquids, moisture, or water. Operate the product within the specified temperature range (0°C to 40°C). If the temperature exceeds this range, unplug the product or turn it off and wait for the temperature to stabilize within the optimal level.
• It is recommended to gently stretch the headband before wearing the headset to minimize stress. However, do not overstretch beyond the technical specifications to avoid permanent damage.
• The product's low-volume usage can block ambient sounds, potentially reducing your awareness of your surroundings. Remove the product when performing activities that require attention to your environment.
• Prolonged use at high volumes can cause hearing damage. Some countries have legal limits for sound pressure levels, such as a maximum of 86 dB for 8 hours of daily use. Therefore, it is recommended to lower the volume to a comfortable level when enjoying music for extended periods. Protect your hearing.

Maintenance and Usage

To keep your Razer BlackShark V3 in optimal condition, minimal maintenance is required. Once a month, clean the product with a soft cloth or cotton swabs to remove accumulated dirt. Do not use soap or harsh detergents.

8. Legal Information

Copyright and Intellectual Property Notice

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Limited Product Warranty

For the latest and current terms of the limited product warranty, please refer to razer.com/warranty.

Limitation of Liability

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General

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