HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset User Manual
Introduction
Optimized for pro-gaming, HyperX Cloud II Headset (KHX-HSCP-xx) is a high-quality communicating device that delivers superior sound, style and comfort. It uses an adjustable, soft-padded leatherette headband and features a closed-cup design for enhanced bass reproduction and minimal sound leakage. The HyperX Cloud II headset is HiFi capable and delivers a durable design for the most rugged gaming environments and is compatible with tablets and smartphones for mobile use.
What’s Included:
- 1 HyperX Cloud II Headset
- 1 Detachable Microphone (attached to headset)
- 1 spare set of velour ear cushions
- 1 USB control box
- 1 Mesh bag
Features:
- Hi-fi capable 53mm drivers for supreme audio quality
- 15-25 KHz frequency response (earphones)
- Detachable microphone (quick and easy to plug/unplug for music-only purposes)
- Solid aluminum construction for durability and stability
- Super-soft padded leatherette headband and leatherette padding on cups
- Closed cup design for enhanced bass-reproduction and sound leakage
Technical Specifications:
- Transducer type: Dynamic 53mm with Neodynium Magnets
- Operating principle: Closed
- Frequency response: 15Hz-25KHz (earphones)
- Nominal impedance: 60 ohm per system
- Nominal SPL: 98+/-3dB
- T.H.D: < 2%
- Power handling capacity: 150mW
- Sound coupling to the ear: Circumaural
- Ambient noise attenuation: approx.20 dBA
- Headband pressure: 5 N
- Weight with microphone and cable: 320g
- Cable length and type: 1m + 2m extension
- Connection: Mini stereo jack plug (3.5MM)
Microphone
- Microphone Transducer type: Condenser (back electret)
- Operating principle: Pressure gradient
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Power supply: AB powering
- Supply voltage: 2V
- Current consumption: Max 0.5 mA
- Nominal impedance: ≤2.2 k ohm +/- 30%
- Open circuit voltage at f = 1 kHz 20 mV / Pa
- Frequency response: 50 – 18,000 Hz (microphone)
- T.H.D: 2% at f = 1 kHz
- Max. SPL: 105dB SPL (THD ≤ 1.0% at 1KHz)
- Microphone output: -39+/-3dB
- Dimensions: 6*5mm
- Length mic boom: 150MM(include gooseneck)
- Capsule diameter: 6mm
Overview
- A. Leatherette headband w/ HyperX logo
- B. Aluminum arm to adjust headband
- C. Attached cable w/ 3.5mm input jack
- D. Detachable microphone with adjustable arm and condenser
- E. 3.5mm audio input jack
- F. Extra set of ear cushions
- G. Control box cable w/ USB connector and control box (letter H)
- H. USB Control box w/ volume controls and 7.1 audio button
Usage (Direct Connect) with No Control Box
Connect your headset directly to your computer, game console, or other device (phone or tablet) that has a 3.5mm audio jack.
Usage (with Control Box)
Connect the headset’s 3.5mm audio jack to the input jack on the USB control box. The USB control box then connects to a computer using the USB connector on the end of the control box
To ensure that HyperX Cloud II is the default audio device, you must follow these instructions:
For Mac:
- Click the Apple menu and select “System Preferences” from the drop-down menu.
- In “System Preferences”, click on the ‘Sound’ icon.
- Click on the Input tab and select “HyperX 7.1 Audio” for default sound input.
- Click on the Output tab and select “HyperX 7.1 Audio” for default sound output.
Usage (PlayStation® 4)
For optimal use with PlayStation® 4 (PS4®), unplug the headset jack from the USB control box and connect audio jack on the headset directly to the PS4 game controller and follow these steps:
- Turn on your PS4® game console.
- Navigate to the Settings Menu and select it.
- Highlight the ‘Devices’ menu option and select it.
- Scroll down to ‘Audio Devices’ and select it.
- Choose ‘Output to Headphones’ and select ‘All Audio.’
Usage (Xbox® One)
To use the HyperX Cloud II headset with Xbox® One, you will need the Xbox One adapter (sold separately) that plugs into the Xbox® One controller (pictured below.) Because this adapter has built-in volume controls, you will remove the USB control box (that came with your HyperX Cloud II headset) and connect directly to the Xbox One controller.
