A9907 / Revised Edition v2 / November 2014

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Card Installation I/O Ports Op-amps sockets
To install the Essence STX II and Essence H6: • 為防止可能出現的損壞，在開啟前請在音效設定中心設定相容增益或設為靜音。
1. Unplug your computer's power cord and disconnect all • 請勿將喇叭連接至耳機輸出埠。高功率電源可能損壞您的喇叭。
peripherals or cables.

Essence STX II 7.1

2. Touch a metal object, such as the metal side of your computer, 4. 6.3mm 類比輸入埠（Line-in/Mic-in）：連接內建耳機放大器的耳機，或線性輸出的音效裝置，如 MP3 播放
to avoid damaging components due to static electricity. 器或合成器。
3. Remove the chassis cover. 5. S/PDIF 同軸輸出埠：連接外接數位解碼器、數位喇叭系統，與家庭劇院系統。輸出數位音效，包括 PCM、
4. Remove the expansion slot covers of two PCI Express slots Dolby Digital、DTS 與 WMA-pro。
adjacent to each other.
High fidelity audio card with headphone amplifier 5. Insert the Essence STX II and H6 into the PCI Express slots until 6. PCI Express 金手指：插入主機板上的 PCI Express 插槽。
the cards are seated firmly in place. 1
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7. 多聲道擴充板橋接口：連接到 Essence STX II 7.1 版或 Xonar H6 的多聲道擴充板。
6. Secure the cards into the slots with screws. 8. 4-pin Molex 電源連接埠：連接電源供應器的電源線。
7. Using the daughterboard connection cable, connect Essence
H6 and the Essence STX II. 注意：STX 需連接 4-pin Molex電源才能為音效卡供電。
8. Replace the chassis cover and reconnect all the cables. 9. 前面板音效連接埠：連接到機殼上的音效模組。
9. Power on the computer.
10. 側聲道 RCA 輸出埠：連接 5.1/7.1 聲道喇叭或系統的側聲道輸入接頭。
11. 中央 / 重低音 RCA 輸出埠：連接 5.1/7.1 聲道喇叭或系統的中央 / 重低音輸入接頭。
12. 後聲道 RCA 輸出埠：連接 7.1 聲道喇叭或系統的後聲道輸入接頭。
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1. 前置右側 RCA 輸出接口：連接 2/2.1 聲道音箱或系統的右側音效輸入接頭。
2. 前置左側 RCA 輸出接口：連接 2/2.1 聲道音箱或系統的左側音效輸入接頭。
3. 擴大 6.3mm（1/4"）耳機輸出接口：連接耳機。

Driver Installation
注意：
• 為防止可能出現的損壞，在開啟前請在音頻設置中心設置兼容增益或設為靜音。
After installing the ASUS Essence STX II 7.1 to your computer, install the card driver from the bundled CD or download • 請勿將音箱連接至耳機輸出接口。高功率電源可能損壞您的音箱。
from ASUS support site (http://support.asus.com).
4. 6.3mm 模擬輸入接口（Line-in/Mic-in）：連接內置耳機放大器的耳機，或線性輸出的音頻設備，如 MP3 播
NOTES: 放器或合成器。
• Essence STX II 7.1 requires a 4-pin Molex connection to power the card. Connect it to your power 5. S/PDIF 同軸輸出接口：連接外接數字解碼器、數字音響系統，與家庭影院系統。輸出數字音頻，包括 PCM、
supply unit before installation. Dolby Digital、DTS 與 WMA-pro。

Quick Start Guide • Driver version and the contents of the support CD are subject to change without notice. 6. PCI Express 金手指：插入主板上的 PCI Express 插槽。
7. 多聲道擴展板橋接口：連接到 Essence STX II 7.1 版或 Xonar H6 的多聲道擴展板。
To install the audio card driver:
8. 4-pin Molex 電源接口：連接電源供應器的電源線。
1. Insert the driver CD into your optical drive. Proceed to step 5 if Autorun is enabled on your computer and the
driver setup screen appears. If Autorun is not enabled on your computer, perform step 2. 注意：STX 需連接 4-pin Molex電源才能為聲卡供電。
2. On your Windows desktop, launch File Explorer.
• Windows® 7 SP1 Click Start then Computer.
9. 前面板音頻接口：連接到機箱上的音頻模塊。 Op-amps sockets
10. 側聲道 RCA 輸出接口：連接 5.1/7.1 聲道喇叭或系統的側聲道輸入接頭。
• Windows® 8 Click + E
11. 中央/重低音 RCA 輸出接口：連接 5.1/7.1 聲道喇叭或系統的中央/重低音輸入接頭。
3. In File Explorer, double-click the optical drive icon. A
12. 後聲道 RCA 輸出接口：連接 7.1 聲道喇叭或系統的後聲道輸入接頭。 C
4. Double-click Setup.exe.
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5. Read through the End User License Agreement and click Accept when prompted. Follow the onscreen
instructions to complete the driver installation. 日本語
6. When driver installation is complete, you will be prompted to restart your computer. 1. フロント RCA 出力 ( 右 ) : 2/2.1 チャンネルスピーカーの右チャンネルを接続します。
2. フロント RCA 出力 ( 左 ) : 2/2.1 チャンネルスピーカーの左チャンネルを接続します。
3. 6.3mm ヘッドホン出力 : ヘッドホン / ヘッドセットを接続します。

I/O Ports 注意:

• スピーカーやヘッドホンの故障を防ぐために、 スピーカーやヘッドホンの電源を入れる前に音量
Essence STX II Essence H6 を最小にするか、オーディオセンターでゲインを調整してください。

Safety Information 9
• 6.3mm ヘッドホン出力ポートに、
性があります。
スピーカーを接続しないでください。スピーカーが故障する可能

4. 6.3mm アナログ入力 ( ライン入力 / マイク入力 ): アンプ内蔵マイクロフォン、またはライン出力機能を

1. Read and keep these instructions for future reference. 10 搭載したデジタルオーディオプレーヤー、シンセサイザーなどのオーディオデバイスを接続します。
2. Follow all instructions and take note of all warnings. 1 8 5. 同軸デジタル出力 ( コアキシャル ): 外付けデジタルデコーダー、デジタルスピーカーシステム、ホームシ
3. Do not use this apparatus near water or expose the device to moisture. A1
2 アターなどを接続し、デジタルオーディオ (PCM、Dolby Digital、DTS、WMA-Pro) を出力します。
4. Clean machine surface with a cloth. Avoid using detergent or cleaning fluid. 11 7
6. PCI Express フィンガー : マザーボード上の PCI Express スロットに接続します。 C1
5. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 3 7. マルチチャンネル拡張ボードブリッジコネクター : Essence STX II 7.1 Edition または Xonar H6 のマルチチャ
B1

6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ンネル拡張ボードに接続します。
amplifiers) that produce heat. 4 7 12 A2
8. 4 ピン Molex 電源コネクター : 4 ピン Molex 電源ケーブルを接続します。
7. Only use attachments/accessories approved by the manufacturer. 5 C2
注意: 本製品の使用には4ピンMolexによる給電が必要です。
8. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when not in use for a long period of time. B2
9. フロントパネルオーディオヘッダー : ケース前面のマイクとヘッドホン端子のためのケーブルを接続しま
9. Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
す。
damaged in any way, such as liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the 6 A3
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10. サイド RCA 出力 : 5.1/7.1 チャンネルスピーカーやマルチチャンネルシステムのサイドチャンネルを接続
します。 C3
B3
1. Front right RCA output: Connect to the right input of the 2/2.1-channel speakers of your system. 11. センター / サブウーファ RCA 出力 : 5.1/7.1 チャンネルスピーカーやマルチチャンネルシステムのセンター
2. Front left RCA output: Connect to the left input of the 2/2.1-channel spearkers of your system. / サブウーファチャンネルを接続します。

Package Contents 3. Amplified 6.3mm (1/4") headphone output: Connect to your headphones/headsets.
NOTES:
12. リア RCA 出力 : 7.1 チャンネルスピーカーやマルチチャンネルシステムのリア（サラウンド）チャンネル
を接続します。
• ASUS Essence STX II audio card x 1 • Essence H6 7.1-channel daughterboard x 1 KOREAN There are three swappable op-amp sockets in Essence STX II main board and nine op-amp sockets in Essence H6.
• To prevent possible damage, please set up the compatible gain in audio center or mute the volume
1. RCA 출력 앞 우측 : 시스템의 2/2.1- 채널 스피커의 앞 우측에 연결합니다 . Changing A, B and C affects the tonal characteristics of the RCA line outputs, while changing A and B affects the
• Daughterboard connection cable x 1 • Op-amp swap kit x 1 before powering up.
2. RCA 출력 앞 좌측 : 시스템의 2/2.1- 채널 스피커의 앞 좌측에 연결합니다 . tonal characteristics of the 6.3mm (1/4") headphone output. Changing A (1~3), B (1~3) and C (1~3) affects the
• DO NOT connect your speakers to the headphone output port. The possible high driving power may
• 3.5mm to 6.3mm adapter x 1 • 3.5mm-to-RCA adapter cable x 1 cause damage to your speakers. 3. 증폭된 6.3mm (1/4") 헤드폰 출력 : 헤드폰 / 헤드셋을 연결합니다 . characteristics of RCA surround outputs respectively.
• Installation CD x 1 • S/PDIF TOSLINK optical adapter x 1 A. Right channel I/V converters
4. 6.3mm analog input (Line-in/Mic-in): Connect to your microphone with built-in microphone amplifier or 참고:
B. Left channel I/V converters
• Quick Start Guide x 1 audio devices with line output such as MP3 player or synthesizer. • 파 손 가능성을 방지하려면, 전원을 켜기 전에 오디오 센터에서 호환되는 게인을 설정하거나
볼륨을 음소거하십시오. C. Low pass filter
5. S/PDIF coaxial output: Connect to the external digital decoder, digital speaker system, and home theater
system, outputting digital audio including PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS and WMA-pro. • 스피커를 헤드폰 출력 포트에 연결하지 마십시오. 높은 전력이 스피커를 파손할 수 있습니다. To swap op-amps:
NOTE: Contact your dealer or retailer if any of the items is damaged or missing.
6. PCI Express finger: Connect to a PCI Express slot on your motherboard. 1. Use an IC clamp to clasp an op-amp and remove it vertically upwards.
4. 6.3mm 아날로그 입력 (Line-in/Mic-in): 마이크를 MP3 플레이어 또는 신디사이저와 같은 라인 출력이
7. Multi-channel expansion board bridge connector: Connect to the multi-channel expansion board of Essence 2. Replace it with a new op-amp from the op-amp kit.
있는 오디오 장치 또는 내장된 마이크 증폭기 또는 오디오 장치에 연결합니다 .
STX II 7.1 edition or Xonar H6.
5. S/PDIF 동축 출력 : PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, WMA-pro 를 포함하여 외부 디지털 디코더 , 디지털
System Requirements 8. 4-pin Molex power connector: Connect to the power cable of your power supply unit.
NOTE: STX requires a 4-pin Molex connection to power the card.
스피커 시스템 , 홈 시어터 시스템 , 출력 디지털 오디오를 연결합니다 .
6. PCI Express 핑거 : 마더보드에 PCI Express 슬롯을 연결합니다 .
To ensure a successful installation of ASUS Essence STX II 7.1, your computer must meet the following requirements: 7. 다중 채널 확장 보드 브리지 커넥터 : Essence STX II 7.1 버전 또는 Xonar H6 의 다중 채널 확장 보드를
9. Front panel audio header: Connect to the chassis-mounted audio module.
• IBM compatible PC with one PCI-Express 1.0 (or higher) compatible slot for the audio card 연결합니다 .
• One slot adjacent to the Essence STX II 7.1 card (for daughter board installation) 10. Side RCA outputs: Connect to the side input of your 5.1/7.1-channel speakers or system.
8. 4 핀 Molex 전원 커넥터 : 전원 공급 장치의 전원 케이블을 연결합니다 .
• Microsoft® Windows® 8.1/8 / 7 / XP (32/64bit) 11. Center/Sub-woofer RCA outputs: Connect to the center/sub-woofer input of your 5.1/7.1-channel speakers or
• Intel® Pentium® 4 1.4GHz, AMD Athlon 1400 CPU, or faster CPU system. 참고: STX는 카드에 전원을 공급하려면 4핀 Molex 연결이 필요합니다.
• 256 MB DRAM system memory 12. Rear RCA outputs: Connect to the rear input of your 7.1-channel speakers or system. 9. 전면 패널 오디오 헤더 : 섀시 장착 오디오 모듈을 연결합니다 .
• 60 MB available HDD space
10. 측면 RCA 출력 : 5.1/7.1- 채널 스피커 또는 시스템의 측면 입력에 연결합니다 . NOTE: To avoid reversion, ensure that the half-moon opening on the op-amp points the same way as that
• CD-ROM drive (or DVD-ROM drive) for software installation
on the socket.
• High-quality headphones or powered analog speakers to enjoy the ultra-high fidelity sound of the card 繁體中文 11. 가운데 / 하위 우퍼 RCA 출력 : 5.1/7.1- 채널 스피커 또는 시스템의 가운데 / 하위 우퍼 입력에
1. 前置右側 RCA 輸出埠：連接 2/2.1 聲道喇叭或系統的右側音效輸入接頭。 연결합니다 .
2. 前置左側 RCA 輸出埠：連接 2/2.1 聲道喇叭或系統的左側音效輸入接頭。 12. 뒷면 RCA 출력 : 7.1- 채널 스피커 또는 시스템의 뒷면 입력에 연결합니다 .
3. 擴大 6.3mm（1/4"）耳機輸出埠：連接耳機。
注意：

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 Connectivity Options
Connecting to 5.1/7.1-channel spearkers or system Connecting a headphone/headset Connecting a Microphone
Connecting to 7.1 system

S/PDIF Out
Headphone
Front R

Front L

Line in

S/PDIF Out
Essence STX II

Headphone
Essence H6

Front R

Front L

Line in
Rear Front
AUDIO AUDIO
INPUTS INPUTS
Center/ Front R
Side Side R
Subwoofer

Front L
Side L

Headphone
Center

Line in Woofer

S/PDIF Out Rear R

Headphone/headset with
Rear L
6.3mm (1/4”) connector
Microphone with
6.3mm (1/4”) connector

Headphones/headsets

Connecting to 5.1 system Microphone

Essence STX II Essence H6
Use the bundled 3.5mm-to-6.3mm adapter to conenct with 3.5mm headphones / headsets.
使用附贈的 3.5mm 轉 6.3mm 轉接頭連接 3.5mm 耳機。 Use the bundled 3.5mm-to-6.3mm adapter to conenct with 3.5mm microphone.
使用附贈的 3.5mm 轉 6.3mm 轉接頭連接 3.5mm 耳機。 使用附贈的 3.5mm 轉 6.3mm 轉接頭連接 3.5mm 耳機。
Front R Side R
付属の 6.3mm 変換アダプターを使用しヘッドホン / ヘッドセットを接続します。 使用附贈的 3.5mm 轉 6.3mm 轉接頭連接 3.5mm 耳機。
Korean: 번들 3.5mm-6.3mm 어댑터를 사용하여 3.5mm 헤드폰 / 헤드셋을 연결합니다 . 付属の 6.3mm 変換アダプターを使用しマイクロフォンを接続します。
Front L
Korean: 번들 3.5mm-6.3mm 어댑터를 사용하여 3.5mm 헤드폰 / 헤드셋을 연결합니다 .
Side L
AUDIO
INPUTS

Headphone Center

Front Side Center/

Subwoofer

Woofer
Line in

Rear R
S/PDIF Out

Rear L

Connecting an active speaker set directly Connecting an iPhone / iPad / iPod / MP3 player Connecting a digital audio input device

S/PDIF coaxial connector

S/PDIF Out
Headphone
Front R

Front L

Line in

TOSLINK optical connector

3.5mm audio cable
Edit

External digital decoder /

digital speaker system/home
theater system
iPhone / iPad / iPod / MP3 player or
3.5mm-to-6.3mm adapter

Headphone

S/PDIF
Front R

Front L

Line in
S/PDIF Out
Headphone
Front R

Front L

Line in

Active Speaker System

Use a 3.5mm-to-6.3mm adapter to connect with 3.5mm iPhone/iPad/iPod/MP3 player.

使用 3.5mm 轉 6.3mm 轉接頭連接 3.5mm iPhone/iPad/iPod/MP3 播放器。 S/PDIFadapter
使用 3.5mm 轉 6.3mm 轉接頭連接 3.5mm iPhone/iPad/iPod/MP3 播放器。
付属の 6.3mm 変換アダプターを使用し iPhone/iPad/iPod/ デジタルオーディオプレーヤーを接続します。 Use the bundled S/PDIF adapter to connect TOSLINK optical connector to the S/PDIF port.
Korean: 3.5mm-6.3mm 어댑터를 사용하여 3.5mm iPhone/iPad/iPod/MP3 플레이어를 연결합니다 . 使用附贈的 S/PDIF 轉接頭將 TOSLINK 連接埠連接至 S/PDIF 連接埠。
使用附贈的 S/PDIF 轉接頭將 TOSLINK 接口連接至 S/PDIF 接口。 AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur
同軸ケーブル、または付属の TOSLINK-3.5mm ミニプラグ変換アダプターを使用してオーディオシステムを接
続します。
Korean: 번들 S/PDIF 어댑터를 사용하여 TOSLINK 광 커넥터를 S/PDIF 포트에 연결합니다 .

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