First release of DTS for the Auzentech X-Fi Bravura sound card.
Instructions
If you have previously installed the driver. First uninstall the driver and reboot your PC.
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:
Compatibility: Not compatible with Windows XP.
See non-DTS driver for Windows XP support.
File name: As of July 23, this X-Fi Bravura DTS driver has been assigned the correct designation of "DTS Driver Ver 1.3." When first posted on July 21, an earlier internal release name was assigned ("DTS Driver Ver Beta 1.2"). The designation has changed, but the driver is the same.
Updates the Automode Switcher to remove error message bug seen in Windows XP.
Update to address noise issue after "Seek" during HiBitRate bitstream output to AV receiver using Cyberlink PowerDVD.
Update to address HDMI issue for encrypted LPCM 7.1 playback mode.
Instructions
Uninstall the current driver.
Download driver, browse to the driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
In the Setup folder, double-click the "Setup.exe" file to iInstall the driver.
Reboot PC.
* Notes:
Previous release was RC4.5. This driver (version 1.12) is the first formal release.
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RC 4.5 Patch:
Corrected HD Audio channel swapping issue.
Experimental Patch 4.1:
Corrected Side and Rear output swap issue in which General AV Receiver’s 7.1 speaker position settings would be different with the sound card channel mapping.
Updated X-Fi Driver optimization for improved stability.
Patch RC4 Patch Driver: Improved stability over the packaged CD driver.
CD Driver RC3: Original Driver included on CD. Please upgrade to the most recent driver on this page for increased stability.
This is a patch. You must first install the driver from the CD.
This patch addresses issues with channels swapping position when playing HD audio. When playing HD Audio in "Decoded by PowerDVD" mode, audio will be directed to the appropriate speakers. (The previous patch addressed this problem in analog audio.)
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Experimental Patch 4.1:
Corrected Side and Rear output swap issue in which General AV Receiver’s 7.1 speaker position settings would be different with the sound card channel mapping.
Updated X-Fi Driver optimization for improved stability.
Patch RC4 Patch Driver: Improved stability over the packaged CD driver.
CD Driver RC3: Original Driver included on CD. Please upgrade to the most recent driver on this page for increased stability.
Corrected Side and Rear output swap issue in which General AV Receiver’s 7.1 speaker position settings would be different with the sound card channel mapping.
Updated X-Fi Driver optimization for improved stability.
Instructions
The Driver in the CD must be installed first. (See Notes, below)
Follow the instructions in the manual for setup of your equipment and installation of the sound card, including the following:.
If you have used a sound card, confirm that the previous sound card and its driver
have been uninstalled.
If you’re using onboard sound, you will need to access the CMOS (BIOS) utility at
startup. Refer to the user’s guide of your motherboard if you do not know how to enter setup. Disable Onboard sound (AC97 Audio or HD Audio), MIDI port and Game
port. Choose SAVE & EXIT in Exit menu.
Update the motherboard chipset with the latest patch.
Reboot PC
Install from CD or download :
Locate the original CD if possible, insert into drive, and press Install Now when the installer program launches.
If you cannot locate the CD, download the driver using the link above, extract the file, browse to Driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder and double-click "setup.exe."
Follow the prompts to complete the installation. If you are uncertain, refer to the manual (available from the Manuals download page) .
* Notes:
This is the original driver from the CD.
Please follow the complete manual before installing.
Please refer to the FAQ page if you encounter problems.
Fixes an application "freezing" issue during audio creation/recording on system with Korean O/S.
Instructions
If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:
DTS™ Connect available in WIndows® Vista and Windows® 7 only.
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
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Driver Version 1.2
Updates Alchemy to the latest version in order to handle some of the latest DirectSound3D games that load dsound.dll using COM (CoCreateInstance).
Updates driver to improve performance on systems with NVidia chipset and on SLI mode.
Updates X-Fi Driver optimization for improved stability
Exibited a "freezing" issues on systems running a Korean version of Windows. Corrected in later drivers.
Driver Version 1.1
Automode Switcher settings/app list are restored upon reboot.
Driver Beta 1
Supports Windows 7 (as well as XP and Vista )
Speakers are muted automatically when headphone is connected to Fornt Panel jack.
Speakers are muted and sound is routed through the Rear and Front headphone jack when output mode is manually configured to "Headphone."
Improved the MIC Boost feature to avoid the noise and interference.
Driver 1.0
Corrects localization error in Korean DDL/DTS Connect screen*
Adds MIC Boost control feature to the Creative Mixer. User can turn MIC Boost on or off. Default setting is "on."
RC-4 Patch 1.2
Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)
RC-3 Patch 1.1
Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode
Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0
Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD
Updates Alchemy to the latest version in order to handle some of the latest DirectSound3D games that load dsound.dll using COM (CoCreateInstance).
Updates driver to improve performance on systems with NVidia chipset and on SLI mode.
Updates X-Fi Driver optimization for improved stability.
Instructions
If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:
Known issue: In the Korean version of Windows Vista and Windows 7, a "freezing" issue has been found while adjusting mixer features in Audio creation mode. Please download the most recent driver.
DTS™ Connect available in WIndows® Vista and Windows® 7 only.
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
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Driver Version 1.1
Automode Switcher settings/app list are restored upon reboot.
Driver Beta 1
Supports Windows 7 (as well as XP and Vista )
Speakers are muted automatically when headphone is connected to Fornt Panel jack.
Speakers are muted and sound is routed through the Rear and Front headphone jack when output mode is manually configured to "Headphone."
Improved the MIC Boost feature to avoid the noise and interference.
Driver 1.0
Corrects localization error in Korean DDL/DTS Connect screen*
Adds MIC Boost control feature to the Creative Mixer. User can turn MIC Boost on or off. Default setting is "on."
RC-4 Patch 1.2
Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)
RC-3 Patch 1.1
Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode
Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0
Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD
Automode Switcher settings/app list are restored upon reboot.
Instructions
If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:
DTS™ Connect available in WIndows® Vista and Windows® 7 only.
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... [Hide]
Driver Beta 1
Supports Windows 7 (as well as XP and Vista )
Speakers are muted automatically when headphone is connected to Fornt Panel jack.
Speakers are muted and sound is routed through the Rear and Front headphone jack when output mode is manually configured to "Headphone."
Improved the MIC Boost feature to avoid the noise and interference.
Driver 1.0
Corrects localization error in Korean DDL/DTS Connect screen*
Adds MIC Boost control feature to the Creative Mixer. User can turn MIC Boost on or off. Default setting is "on."
RC-4 Patch 1.2
Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)
RC-3 Patch 1.1
Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode
Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0
Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD
Speakers are muted automatically when headphone is connected to Fornt Panel jack.
Speakers are muted and sound is routed through the Rear and Front headphone jack when output mode is manually configured to "Headphone."
Improved the MIC Boost feature to avoid the noise and interference.
Instructions
If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:
DTS™ Connect available in WIndows® Vista and Windows® 7 only.
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... [Hide]
Driver 1.0
Corrects localization error in Korean DDL/DTS Connect screen*
Adds MIC Boost control feature to the Creative Mixer. User can turn MIC Boost on or off. Default setting is "on."
RC-4 Patch 1.2
Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)
RC-3 Patch 1.1
Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode
Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0
Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD
Corrects localization error in Korean DDL/DTS Connect screen*
Adds MIC Boost control feature to the Creative Mixer. User can turn MIC Boost on or off. Default setting is "on."
Instructions
If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
* Notes:
DTS™ Connect available in WIndows® Vista only.
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... [Hide]
RC-4 Patch 1.2
Mutes the FP-Mic if there is no mic plugged in.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DDL.
Corrects audio "crackling" when using DTS.
(DTS available on Vista only using the DTS driver)
RC-3 Patch 1.1
Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode
Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0
Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD
Browse to the new patch folder, double-click ‘setup.exe’ to install
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
Notes:
You need to have a previously installed driver before installing this driver patch. See step 1 of the instructions.
The DDL screen is in English only.
The End-User License Agreement is in English only.
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RC-3 Patch 1.1
Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode
Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0
Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD
Fixes the problem of error message appearing & no audio when using "What U Hear" feature and when changing speaker configuration.
Instructions
If you have previously installed the driver,
first uninstall the driver and DDL/DTS pack and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder > Audio folder > Setup folder.
Double-click "setup.exe."
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
Notes:
You need to uninstall any previously installed X-Fi Forte drivers before installing. See step 1 of the instructions.
This driver is only compatible with Vista. XP drivers are available separately.
The DDL screen is in English only.
The End-User License Agreement is in English only.
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RC-2 Patch 1.1
Improved Multi-Channel Digital and Analog sounds
Improved speed when changing Mode
Improved Stability
RC-2 Patch 1.0
Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD
If you have not previously installed the driver,
first install it from the CD and reboot your PC
Download and unzip the new driver.
Browse to the new driver folder, double-click ‘setup.exe’ to install Patch 1.1.
Reboot your PC after completing the installation.
Notes:
You need to install the driver from the CD before installing this driver patch. See step 1 of the instructions.
DTS® Connect is only available for Vista using the Vista-only driver.
The DDL screen is in English only.
The End-User License Agreement is in English only.
Changelog Carried Forward from Previous Drivers... [Hide]
RC-2 Patch 1.0
Corrects "Bluescreen Stop Error" when switching between the Console Launcher modes when DDL is enabled, a problem seen with certain configurations using the driver included on the CD
Electronic Arts official forum website has reported issues with VOIP. There is a patch V1.41 available. Search the EA Nation Forum
MIC volume Issue
Updated in Game mode.
Note: The MIC sound from analog port comes out with distortion/noise.
Memory utilization keep increasing with the Console Launcher.
The memory utilization increment is either very small (a few kbytes) each time you change mode, or no noticeable increase at all.
Release Candidate (RC) drivers are stable in-house and are released for public testing on a wider range of systems.
Registration and Authorization Keys are not requred for this driver. However, if you do register, you can receive News and Updates as soon as they are available.
Electronic Arts official forum website has reported issues with VOIP. There is a patch V1.41 available. Search the EA Nation Forum
MIC volume Issue
Updated in Game mode.
Note: The MIC sound from analog port comes out with distortion/noise.
Memory utilization keep increasing with the Console Launcher.
The memory utilization increment is either very small (a few kbytes) each time you change mode, or no noticeable increase at all.
Release Candidate (RC) drivers are stable in-house and are released for public testing on a wider range of systems.
Registration and Authorization Keys are not requred for this driver. However, if you do register, you can receive News and Updates as soon as they are available.
Electronic Arts official forum website has reported issues with VOIP. There is a patch V1.41 available. Search the EA Nation Forum
MIC volume Issue
Updated in Game mode.
Note: The MIC sound from analog port comes out with distortion/noise.
Memory utilization keep increasing with the Console Launcher.
The memory utilization increment is either very small (a few kbytes) each time you change mode, or no noticeable increase at all.
Release Candidate (RC) drivers are stable in-house and are released for public testing on a wider range of systems.
Registration and Authorization Keys are not requred for this driver. However, if you do register, you can receive News and Updates as soon as they are available.
Creative's ALchemy software, which translates legacy DirectSound calls into OpenAL for use on Windows Vista.
Note: This is an older release. A new release compatible with the X-Fi Prelude is coming soon.
This driver applies to the following operating systems:
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® 7 32-bit and 64-bit
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® Vista 32-bit and 64-bit
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® XP 32-bit and 64-bit
Supported operating systems*:
Microsoft Windows® Vista
- 32-bit Windows Vista
- 64-bit Windows Vista
Corrected in this driver:
. Wave volume register initial setting (analog C/B output scale issue).
. Problem with intensity for recording meter when physical capture is stopped.
. Mic boost control problem.
. Wake-up from sleep analog no-sound issue (Vista only).
Supported operating systems*:
Microsoft Windows® Vista, 32-bit systems
32-bit Windows Vista ONLY
Known Issues:
ㆍMP3 playback: set system input to 2-channel for multi-channel output
ㆍEncoding mode output: set to 6- or 8-channel for multi-channel output
ㆍ64-bit version coming soon .
Supported operating systems*:
Microsoft Windows® 98SE / ME / 2000 Service Pack 3(SP3) /
XP Service Pack 1(SP1) / Server 2003 SP1/ XP Media
Center Edition 2005 (MCE) / XP x64 Edition.
Supported operating systems*:
Microsoft Windows® 98SE / ME / 2000 Service Pack 3(SP3) /
XP Service Pack 1(SP1) / Server 2003 SP1/ XP Media
Center Edition 2005 (MCE) / XP x64 Edition.
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The Windows 7 driver applies to all of the following soundcards:
ㆍAuzen X-Plosion 7.1 Cinema
ㆍAuzen X-Plosion 7.1 DTS Connect
ㆍAuzen X-Mystique 7.1 Gold
This driver is available for the following Operating Systems. Please download the correct version for your platform:
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® 7, 32-bit and 64-bit
ㆍFor XP and VIsta drivers, click here
Change Log:
RC-2 driver for WIndows 7
Corrects problems with certain applications that would fail to open or activate in Windows 7 .
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The Multi-OS Driver applies to all of the following soundcards:
ㆍAuzen X-Plosion 7.1 Cinema
ㆍAuzen X-Plosion 7.1 DTS Connect
ㆍAuzen X-Mystique 7.1 Gold
The Multi-OS Driver applies to all of the following Operating Systems:
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® Vista 32-bit and 64-bit
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® XP 32-bit and 64-bit
ㆍFor Windows 7 drivers, click here
Change Log:
Supports EAX 2.0 in Windows Vista
Virtual Speaker Shifter available (speaker volume adjustable in Windows Vista and XP)
Pass-through sound updated
Release information:
Version: PCI-8770-080421-8_17.zip
Release Date:
05/19/2008
Download Links
download Windows XP / Vista drivers
(32 Mb Zipped download)
Subscribe for email updates, News, and specials as soon as they are available.
The Multi-OS Driver applies to all of the following soundcards:
ㆍAuzen X-Plosion 7.1 Cinema
ㆍAuzen X-Plosion 7.1 DTS Connect
ㆍAuzen X-Mystique 7.1 Gold
This driver is available for the following Operating Systems. Please download the correct version for your platform:
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® 7, 32-bit and 64-bit
ㆍFor XP and VIsta drivers, click here
Change Log:
RC-1 driver for WIndows 7
Normalizes feature set across operating systems.
Release information:
Version: C8770_RC1_0609
Release Date:
06/16/2009
Download Links
download Windows 7 RC-1 Beta driver
(7 Mb Zipped download)
The Multi-OS Driver applies to all of the following soundcards:
ㆍAuzen X-Plosion 7.1 Cinema
ㆍAuzen X-Plosion 7.1 DTS Connect
ㆍAuzen X-Mystique 7.1 Gold
The Multi-OS Driver applies to all of the following Operating Systems:
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® Vista 32-bit and 64-bit
ㆍMicrosoft Windows® XP 32-bit and 64-bit
Change Log: ㆍSetup program multi-language fix
ㆍNew setup program pre-installation function
ㆍFix for System Tray Xear3D disappearing icon
ㆍNew features in Mixer Tab- Volume monitoring controls
for Line In, AUX, CD Player, Microphone (Vista)
ㆍ Fix for BSOD with Karaoke/Magic Voice feature ON
ㆍSupported operating systems*:
Windows XP 64bit
version only
ㆍMain Changes: Freezing & BlueScreen during
gameplay fixed
(only a
few games were affected).
Supported operating systems*: Windows XP 64bit version only
Known Bugs: Does not support Analogue input to DDL/DTS Interactive (does not allow simultaneous use of Stereo Mix + Magic Voice). Some noise when changing sample rate.
Supported operating systems*:
Windows 2000 (all
versions)/ Windows XP (all versions)
ㆍMain Changes: Additional fixes for freezing &
BlueScreen during gameplay, and noise during playback
(only a few games were affected).
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Driver release Information:
