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    Soundcard/Speaker Question

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by hihithere, Mar 31, 2005.

  1. hihithere

    hihithere Newbie

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    Hi guys! I have a quick question. I am considering purchasing the soundblaster 2 ZS PCMCIA card for my laptop, in addition to the altec lansin xt1 speakers; however, I notice the speakers connect via USB. Will I still get the full benefit of the sound card even though I don't connect the speakers directly to it? Thanks for any help.
     
    hihithere, Mar 31, 2005
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  2. Cman

    Cman Notebook Consultant

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    I think you need to connect your speakers to the PCM sound card. The card comes with a special cable that plugs into it and has mini phone jacks (female) attached to it that you plug in your speakers to (whether you have a 4,5,6 or 7.1 surround sound speakers)

    You might be able to buy USB to mini phone jack adapter to connect your speakers to the PCM card.

    Tony



    T. Chan

    Self built PC, P4 3.2Ghz HT

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    Cman, Apr 6, 2005
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