Turtle Beach DP11 User Guide

What's in the Box

• P11 Headset with In-line Amplifier
• DSS2 Surround Sound Processor
• Digital Optical Cable
• USB Cable
• Turtle Beach Sticker

Image shows the P11 headset, DSS2 processor, digital optical cable, and USB cable.

Watch DP11 training videos at: www.youtube.com/TurtleBeachVideos

System Requirements

• PlayStation® 3 game console
• PC/laptop or Mac® with either on-board or external sound card with digital optical output
• Requires USB power

Overview

The DP11 delivers the Dolby surround sound advantage by combining the P11 headset with the DSS2 surround sound processor that transforms any stereo headset into a full Dolby® Digital surround sound. The result is an amazing recreation of the 3D sound cues in the game, which sounds as if you're listening to real surround sound speakers placed all around you. Dolby Digital surround sound lets you pinpoint the position of sound cues to hear exactly where everything is coming from, so you'll enjoy a more realistic and immersive gaming experience.

The P11 headset features massive 50mm speakers and lightweight design for amazing sound quality and extreme comfort. With the P11, you'll be able to hear sound cues that are missed with conventional TV speakers, such as the sound of enemy footsteps or the click of a loading weapon in the distance. That means you'll react faster and take them out before they can take you out, giving you the edge that can make the difference between winning and losing.

Image shows the P11 headset and the DSS2 surround sound processor.

Using the Amplifier

The P11 amplifier features controls for managing your audio experience.

Mic Mute Switch: Switch to MUTE to mute the microphone. The LED will turn red when the mic is muted and green when the mic is on.

Chat Volume: Adjusts the volume of incoming chat from other players.

Game Volume: Adjusts the game sound volume.

Diagram of the P11 amplifier with controls labeled: Mic Mute LED, Mic Mute Switch (ON/MIC MUTE), Game Volume, Chat Volume.

DSS2 - Front

The front of the DSS2 Surround Sound Processor features several inputs and controls:

• 1. USB Output: USB pass-thru that provides power to the headset. Use as a standard USB port for power or data.
• 2. Headphone Output Jack: Connect your headset here for audio output.
• 3. Volume Control: Sets the headphone volume. Press the knob to mute audio (Power LED flashes when muted).
• 4. Digital Input LED: Illuminates when a digital input signal is detected. Disables Analog input when active.
• 5. Dolby Digital Processing LED (DID): Illuminates when a Dolby 5.1 channel encoded signal is detected.
• 6. Surround Sound LED: Illuminates when surround sound is enabled.
• 7. Power LED: Solid light indicates the DSS2 is powered on.
• 8. Equalizer Button: Cycles through EQ Presets (see page 12).
• 9. Surround Angles Button: Selects different HRTF surround angles (see page 11).
• 10. Surround On/Off Button: Toggles between surround sound virtualization and stereo processing.

DSS2 - Rear

The rear of the DSS2 Surround Sound Processor houses various input connections:

• 11. Aux In (Stereo Line Input): Connect analog audio sources (PC, TV, iPod®, MP3 player). This is a stereo pass-thru and bypasses Dolby Digital processing.
• 12. Analog In: Connect analog audio sources. If Surround Sound is ON, the signal is processed by surround virtualization. If OFF, it's a pass-through, but EQ presets can still be applied. This input is deactivated if a digital optical cable is connected and a signal is detected.
• 13. Digital Input: Connect to your source (PS3 or PC/Mac optical output) using the included digital optical cable. The Digital IN LED turns on, and the Analog Input is disabled when active.
• 14. USB Input (USB Power/Mic Pass-thru): Connect the included USB cable to a free USB port on your PS3 or PC/Mac for power and mic pass-through.
• 15. Power Switch: Slide left to turn off, right to turn on. Note: This does not affect USB Output power.

Basic Stereo Mode: Downmixes audio to stereo and disables effects. To enter, press and hold Surround ON/OFF + Equalizer + Volume Control Knob while powering on the DSS2.

Setup

PS3™ Setup

1. Connect the digital optical cable from your PS3's digital output to the DSS2's digital input. Remove protective caps first.
2. Connect the DSS2 USB power cable from the DSS2 rear socket to a free USB port on your PS3.
3. Slide the DSS2 power switch to ON. The Power LED should illuminate.
4. Insert the headset's green 3.5mm connector into the DSS2's Headphone Output Jack. Insert the headset's USB connector into the DSS2's USB Output.
5. Adjust the Volume Control knob for overall headset volume.

Diagram illustrating PS3 setup connections: PS3 console, DSS2, P11 headset, Optical Cable, USB Cable, and Console A/V or HDMI Cable.

Configure PS3 System Settings

1. Navigate to Settings > Sound Settings > Audio Output Settings. Select Optical Digital and then Dolby Digital 5.1 Ch.
2. Navigate to Settings > Sound Settings > Audio Multi-Output. Enable this setting.
3. Navigate to Settings > Accessory Settings > Audio Device Settings. Set Input/Output Device to Turtle Beach P11.
4. Adjust microphone level as needed.

Screenshots show PS3 system settings for Audio Output, Audio Multi-Output, and Audio Device Settings.

PS3™ Home Theater Setup

Connect the DP11 to your PS3 as described previously. Use an HDMI cable or red/white RCA plugs from the PS3 A/V cable to send audio to your home theater speakers or TV. This setup allows you to hear your PS3 on home theater speakers without disconnecting the optical cable from the DSS2. To hear game audio only on the headset, turn down or mute your home theater speakers.

Diagram illustrating PS3 Home Theater setup connections.

PC/Mac® Setup

1. Connect the digital optical cable from your PC or Mac's digital output to the DSS2's digital input. Remove protective caps first.
2. Connect the DSS2 USB power cable from the DSS2 rear socket to a free USB port on your PC or Mac.
3. Slide the DSS2 power switch to ON. The Power LED should illuminate.
4. Insert the headset's green 3.5mm connector into the DSS2's Headphone Output Jack. Insert the headset's USB connector into the DSS2's USB Output.
5. Adjust the Volume Control knob for overall headset volume.

Diagram illustrating PC/Mac setup connections, including an optional Optical S/PDIF adapter for Mac.

Note 1: If your PC or Mac lacks a digital optical output, an "Optical S/PDIF Adapter" (like the Turtle Beach Audio Advantage® Micro II) may be required.

Note 2: In this configuration, the amplifier game volume controls game sound, and the mic mute switch silences the microphone. Chat volume is inactive.

Note 3: Most games require Dolby Digital Live software for 5.1 output. Otherwise, enhanced stereo audio will be heard.

Connecting a Digital Music Player

The DSS2 offers auxiliary and analog inputs for digital music players or other analog sources, each with different functionality:

Auxiliary Input: Functions as a stereo pass-thru, bypassing all audio processing. This allows surround sound and EQ effects on game audio without affecting music playback. The DSS2 volume control does not affect this input; adjust volume on the music player itself.

Analog Input: If Surround Sound is ON, the analog input signal is processed by surround virtualization. If Surround Sound is OFF, it's a pass-through, but EQ presets can still modify the audio. This input is deactivated if a digital optical cable is connected and a signal is detected.

Diagram showing a digital music player connected via 3.5mm cable to the Auxiliary Input or Analog Input of the DSS2.

Dolby® Digital Surround Sound

The DSS2 utilizes Dolby Digital 5.1 surround processing, the industry standard for multi-channel game audio. This technology recreates a 5.1 channel surround sound experience, making you feel as if you are listening to a 5.1 speaker system.

Dolby Digital Mode Operation:

• When the digital input signal is active, the Digital Input LED turns on, and analog inputs are disabled.
• If the Surround LED is OFF, Dolby processing is deactivated, and the signal is heard in stereo.
• If a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected by the digital input, the front Dolby Digital LED turns on. Dolby Digital then processes the channels to create surround sound in the headset. Surround sound must be turned on to enable Dolby Digital processing.

Diagrams illustrate stereo sound field and sound field with Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround sound processing.

LED Indicators:

• Digital Input LED: Indicates active digital input.
• Dolby Digital LED: Indicates detection of a Dolby Digital encoded signal.
• Surround Sound LED: Indicates when surround sound is enabled.

All four LEDs will be turned on when Dolby Surround Sound is active.

Surround Sound Angles

The DSS2 allows you to adjust the virtual positioning of Front and Surround speaker angles for an optimized surround sound experience. Press the Surround Angle Button on the DSS2 to cycle through 6 different presets.

The DSS2 LEDs will blink in sequence, starting with the Power LED, to indicate the selected preset number.

Surround Sound Angle Presets:

• Preset 1: Front Angle 30 degrees, Rear Angle 105 degrees
• Preset 2: Front Angle 45 degrees, Rear Angle 120 degrees
• Preset 3: Front Angle 45 degrees, Rear Angle 135 degrees
• Preset 4: Front Angle 60 degrees, Rear Angle 120 degrees
• Preset 5: Front Angle 60 degrees, Rear Angle 135 degrees
• Preset 6: Front Angle 60 degrees, Rear Angle 150 degrees

Diagrams show 6 different surround sound angle presets, illustrating front and rear speaker angles.

Equalizer (EQ) Presets

The DSS2 offers multiple Equalizer presets to enhance your gaming audio. Press the Equalizer button on the DSS2 to cycle through these presets.

The DSS2 LEDs will blink in sequence, starting with the Power LED, to indicate the selected preset number. Double-press the button to turn off the EQ preset.

EQ Presets:

• 1. Flat
• 2. Bass Boost
• 3. Aggressive Bass Boost
• 4. Treble Boost
• 5. Aggressive Treble Boost
• 6. Bass + Treble Boost
• 7. Aggressive Bass + Treble Boost
• 8. Mid-Range Boost
• 9. Aggressive Mid-Range Boost

Technical Specifications

P11 Headset

• 50mm diameter speakers
• Speaker Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz, >120dB SPL @ 1kHz
• Condenser Microphone Frequency Response: 50Hz - 15kHz
• Cable length: 16 ft.

P11 Amplifier

• Stereo DC-coupled, 35mW/ch, THD <1%, Frequency Response: DC - 30kHz
• Mic mute switch
• Maximum analog input level with volume control on maximum setting: 2Vpp (700mV rms)
• 3.5mm plug for line input
• USB connector for power (5VDC @ <60 @ mA max)

DSS2 Surround Sound Processor

• Game audio frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz, >120dB SPL @ 1kHz
• Headphone amplifier: Stereo 35mW/ch, THD <1%
• Digital Audio Input: TOSLINK connector compatible with 48kHz Digital Audio Streams
• Maximum Analog Input: 2Vpp (700mV rms)

Troubleshooting

No Audio When Using a BluRay Player

Ensure BluRay player audio settings are configured for Dolby Digital. The DSS2 is not DTS compatible. A DTS signal will result in no audio.

No Sound When Using a Digital Connection

Verify the digital cable is properly connected and receiving a signal. Check for a red light from the optical cable's end when the source device is powered on. Ensure protective covers were removed from the optical cable ends.

Analog Input Isn't Working

The DSS2 analog input automatically shuts off when the digital input is active. To hear the analog input signal, either disconnect the optical cable from the DSS2, turn off the digital source device (e.g., PS3), or connect to the auxiliary input.

Safety Notice

To avoid potential damage, always disconnect all cables before transporting the device.

WARNING: Permanent hearing damage can occur if a headset is used at high volumes for extended periods. Maintain a safe listening level. Ears adapt to loud volumes, so a level that initially feels comfortable may still cause damage. If you experience ringing in your ears, the volume is too high.

• Before placing a headset on your ears, turn the volume down completely, then slowly increase it to a comfortable level.
• Turn down the volume if you cannot hear people speaking near you.
• Avoid increasing the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

Declarations and Compliance

EC Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer: Voyetra Turtle Beach

Address: 150 Clearbrook Rd. Suite 162, Elmsford, NY 10523

Product Name: Ear Force P11

Type of Product: Wired Headset

Model Number(s): TB300-2135-01

Year of Manufacture: 2011

Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. declares that the product complies with the following directives and standards: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC (EN 50332-2:2003) and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC (EN 55022: 2006+A1: 2007, Class B; EN 55024: 1998+A1:2001+A2:2003).

Test reports reviewed by SGS Taiwan Ltd and Shenzhen EBO Technology Co., Ltd.

Authorized Person: Frederick Romano, Executive Vice President

Date: 12/2/11

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Product Name: EAR FORCE P11

Model Number(s): TB300-2135-01

FCC Rules: FCC Part 15:2010, Subpart B, CLASS B

Operating Environment: GENERAL OFFICE AND HOME USE

FCC Compliant Statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) no harmful interference, and (2) acceptance of any interference received.

Information to User: This equipment complies with Class B digital device limits to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference. If interference occurs, users are encouraged to reorient the antenna, increase separation, connect to a different circuit, or consult a dealer/technician. Changes not expressly approved by VOYETRA TURTLE BEACH, INC. may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

EC Declaration of Conformity (DSS2)

Manufacturer: Voyetra Turtle Beach

Address: 150 Clearbrook Rd. Suite 162, Elmsford, NY 10523

Product Name: Ear Force DSS2

Type of Product: Dolby Surround Sound Adapter

Model Number(s): TB300-2200-01

Year of Manufacture: 2011

Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. declares that the product complies with EMC Directive 2004/108/EC (EN 55022: 2006+A1: 2007, Class B; EN 55024: 1998+A1:2001+A2:2003).

Test reports reviewed by Bay Area Compliance Laboratories.

Authorized Person: Frederick Romano, Executive Vice President

Date: 12/2/11

FCC Declaration of Conformity (DSS2)

Product Name: EAR FORCE DSS2

Model Number(s): TB300-2200-01

FCC Rules: FCC Part 15 Subpart B CLASS B

Operating Environment: GENERAL OFFICE AND HOME USE

FCC Compliant Statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) no harmful interference, and (2) acceptance of any interference received.

Information to User: This equipment complies with Class B digital device limits to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference. If interference occurs, users are encouraged to reorient the antenna, increase separation, connect to a different circuit, or consult a dealer/technician. Changes not expressly approved by VOYETRA TURTLE BEACH, INC. may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Limited Warranty

Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. ("VTB") warrants the Product to the original end-user purchaser for a period of one year from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty covers repair/replacement, not refund. It is non-transferable and valid only in the country of purchase from an authorized VTB retailer.

Warranty Service: Provided by VTB offices in USA/Canada and international distributors elsewhere. VTB does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation or support for all operating systems.

To obtain warranty service, contact VTB for a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Purchaser is responsible for return shipping costs. Include a dated proof of purchase and problem description. Packages without an RMA number will be refused. VTB is not responsible for other items included with the defective product.

VTB's sole liability is limited to defect correction via adjustment, repair, or replacement at VTB's discretion. VTB uses new and reconditioned parts. Repaired or replacement parts are warranted for 30 days or the remainder of the original warranty period, whichever is greater.

This warranty does not apply to products with altered serial numbers or damage caused by shipping, improper storage, accidents, power issues, abuse, misuse, neglect, wear, acts of God, failure to follow directions, improper maintenance, unauthorized modification, or use with non-VTB recommended hardware/software.

Exclusions from Limited Warranty: This warranty does not apply if the product is used for commercial purposes (e.g., LAN Centers), modified, tampered with, damaged by Acts of God, power surge, misuse, abuse, negligence, accident, wear and tear, mishandling, misapplication, has a defaced/removed serial number, is not used per instructions, or is repaired/modified by unauthorized centers.

Limitations of Liability: VTB disclaims implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. VTB is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages, including lost profits or data, or injury to persons or property, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. This warranty provides specific legal rights, which may vary by state. Actions for breach of warranty must be commenced within eighteen (18) months of purchase.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC) Information

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Class B digital device limits per FCC Rules Part 15, designed for reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. It generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If interference occurs, users should try to correct it by reorienting the antenna, increasing separation, connecting to a different circuit, or consulting a dealer/technician.

FCC Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

CANADA, INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) NOTICES

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) no interference, and (2) acceptance of any interference.

Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information

This device is certified for use in Canada. For REL listing status, visit: http://www.ic.gc.ca/app/sitt/reltel/srch/nwRdSrch.do?lang=eng. Additional RF exposure information for Canada can be found at: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf08792.html.

Canada, avis d'Industry Canada (IC): Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes ICES-003. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer d'interférence et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les interférences qui peuvent affecter son fonctionnement.

Informations concernant l'exposition aux fréquences radio (RF): Ce périphérique est homologué pour l'utilisation au Canada. Pour consulter l'entrée correspondant à l'appareil dans la liste d'équipement radio (REL - Radio Equipment List) d'Industry Canada rendez-vous sur: http://www.ic.gc.ca/app/sitt/reltel/srch/nwRdSrch.do?lang=eng. Pour des informations supplémentaires concernant l'exposition aux RF au Canada rendez-vous sur: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf08792.html.

This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) and EMC Directive (2004/108/EC).

IC: 3879A-2135, IC: 3879A-2200

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