Blackshark v2
Blackshark v2
Blackshark v2
RAZER BLACKSHARK V2
MASTER GUIDE
If esports is everything, give it your all with the Razer BlackShark V2.
Introducing a triple threat of amazing audio, superior mic clarity, and
supreme sound isolation. Fitted with titanium-coated drivers, a USB sound
card, softer ear cushions and THX Spatial Audio, your time to turn pro is
now.
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CONTENTS
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1. WHAT’S INSIDE / WHAT’S NEEDED
WHAT’S INSIDE
▪ Razer BlackShark V2
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WHAT’S NEEDED
PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS
▪ Devices with a free USB port
▪ Devices with 3.5 mm audio + mic combined jack*
*Compatible with PC / Mac / Switch / PS4 / Xbox One (Xbox One Stereo Adapter may be required,
purchased separately).
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2. LET’S GET YOU COVERED
You’ve got a great device in your hands, complete with a 2-year limited warranty coverage. Now
maximize its potential and score exclusive Razer benefits by registering at razerid.razer.com
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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
HEADPHONES
▪ Frequency response: 12 Hz - 28 KHz
▪ Impedance: 32 Ω @ 1 KHz
▪ Sensitivity (@1kHz): 100 dB SPL / mW,1KHz
▪ Drivers: Customized Dynamic 50 mm Driver
▪ Inner ear cup diameter: 65 mm x 40 mm / 2.56 in x 1.57 in
▪ Connection type: 3.5 mm with USB sound card
▪ Cable length: 1.8 m / 5.91 ft
▪ Approx. weight: 262 g / 0.6 lbs
▪ Oval ear cushions: Breathable memory foam cushions
MICROPHONE
▪ Frequency response: 100Hz - 10KHz
▪ Signal-to-noise ratio: 60 dB
▪ Sensitivity (@1kHz) -42 dB V/Pa,1KHz
▪ Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional
▪ Mute Function: Click-to-mute
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4. CONNECTING THE HEADSET
2. On your PC, right-click on the sound icon on the system tray, and then select Open Sound
settings.
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3. On the Sounds window, set Razer USB Sound Card as the default Output and Input device.
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5. USING THE RAZER BLACKSHARK V2
Mic diaphragm
Air vent
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ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Rotate the volume control knob as shown below to increase or decrease the volume.
Increase
volume
Decrease
volume
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ACTIVATE THX SPATIAL AUDIO
Unleash the full potential of your Razer BlackShark V2 by enabling 360° positional audio for a natural
and lifelike experience through Razer Synapse.
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6. CONFIGURING YOUR RAZER USB SOUND CARD
Internet connection is required for installation, updates and cloud -based features.
Registering for a Razer ID account is recommended, but optional. All listed features are
subject to change based on the current software version, connected device(s), and
supported apps and software.
SYNAPSE TAB
The Synapse tab is your default tab when you first launch Razer Synapse. This tab allows you to
navigate the Dashboard subtab.
Dashboard
The Dashboard subtab is an overview of your Razer Synapse where you can access all your Razer
devices, modules, and online services.
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Modules
The Modules subtab displays all installed and available modules for installation.
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Global Shortcuts
Bind operations or Razer Synapse functions to custom key-combinations from any Razer Synapse-
enabled device inputs which apply across all device profiles. Learn more about Profiles
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AUDIO TAB
Make sure to select THX Spatial Audio as your default playback or output device from the Sound
icon on the system tray.
The Audio tab is the main tab for your Razer USB Sound Card. From here, you can customize your
device’s settings to unleash its full potential. Changes made under this tab are automatically saved to
your system and cloud storage.
SOUND
The Sound subtab is for adjusting the overall system volume or individual volume of all active
applications, changing the default fallback device, and accessing Windows Sound properties.
Profile
Profile is a data storage for keeping all your Razer peripheral’s settings. By default, the profile name is
based on your system’s name. To add, rename, duplicate, or delete a profile, simply press the
Miscellaneous button ( ).
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Volume
Adjust the audio volume of the device. You may also access the Windows volume mixer of the current
playback device where you can proportionally adjust the overall volume of the system or individually
adjust the volume of each active application.
Sound Properties
Set a default output device that the THX Spatial Audio will use when the Razer USB Sound Card is not
connected. You may also click on the Windows Sound Properties link to manage the sound settings of
your system such as modifying the playback and recording device settings, sound scheme and default
communications activity.
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MIXER
The Mixer subtab allows you to enable or disable the THX Spatial Audio and its settings, as well as
calibrate the audio positioning of all virtual speakers of the active spatial audio mode.
Toggle this setting to enable or disable THX Spatial Audio and its settings. By default, this is set to
Auto where all applications will use the recommended output setting. Using Manual will allow you to
assign preferred spatial audio modes to specific application types and/or applications.
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On any Custom Mode, click on the miscellaneous button ( ) to rename, duplicate, or delete the
selected custom mode. To revert the current mode to its original settings, click on the Reset button.
ENHANCEMENT
The Enhancement subtab is for customizing the incoming audio settings and frequency response of
your audio system.
Bass Boost
Enhances the low frequency response to improve the bass output of your headset.
Sound Normalization
Reduces the loudest audio received to avoid sudden and unpleasant increase in volume from effects
such as shouting or explosions.
Voice Clarity
Improves the quality of incoming voice conversations by filtering the sound to improve clarity and
adjusts the volume.
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Audio Equalizer
Select any of the available equalizer presets created for the best audio experience designed for
balance, gaming immersion, movie viewing, or enjoying your favorite music. Manually adjusting any
equalizer preset will automatically set it to Custom.
MIC
The Mic subtab enables you to change the settings for all outgoing mic audio.
Microphone
Control the mic volume and amount of mic input for a clearer mic audio.
Mic Volume
Adjust the microphone input or mute the mic.
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Mic Boost
Enable this feature to further amplify the mic volume.
Voice Gate
Control the amount of mic input so that it cuts out background noises and isolates your voice. Any
sound that registers below the threshold will be muted.
Enhancements
Improve the quality of the microphone by enabling any of the listed features below:
Mic Equalizer
Select any of the available mic equalizer presets which best fits your mic needs. Manually adjusting
any equalizer preset will automatically set it as a Custom preset.
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PROFILES TAB
The Profiles tab is a convenient way of managing all your profiles and linking them to your games and
applications.
Devices
View which games are linked to each device’s profiles or which Chroma Effect is linked to specific
games using the Devices subtab.
You can import Profiles from your computer or from the cloud through the import button ( ) or
create new profiles within the selected device using the add button ( ). To rename, duplicate,
export, or delete a profile, simply press the Miscellaneous button ( ). Each profile can be set to
automatically activate when you run an application using the Linked Games option.
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Linked Games
The Linked Games subtab gives you the flexibility to add games, view devices that are linked to
games, or search for added games. You can also sort games based on alphabetical order, last played,
or most played. Added games will still be listed here even if it is not linked to a Razer device.
To link games to connected Razer devices or Chroma Effects, simply click on any game from the list,
and then click Select a device and its profile to launch automatically during gameplay to select the
Razer device or Chroma Effect it will link with. Once linked, you may click on the Miscellaneous button
( ) of the corresponding Chroma Effect or device to select a specific Chroma Effect or profile.
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SETTINGS WINDOW
The Settings window, accessible by clicking the ( ) button on Razer Synapse, enables you to
configure the start-up behavior and display language of Razer Synapse, view the master guides of
each connected Razer device, or perform factory reset on any connected Razer device.
General tab
The default tab of the Settings window. The General tab enables you to change the software’s display
language, start-up behavior, display theme, and on-screen notifications display. You may also
manually sync your profiles to the cloud ( ) or view the master guide of all connected Razer devices
and installed modules.
Reset tab
The Reset tab allows you to perform a factory reset on all connected Razer devices with on-board
memory and/or reset Razer Synapse tutorials to acquaint yourself again with Razer Synapse’s new
features on its next launch.
By resetting a Razer device, all profiles stored on the selected device’s on-board memory will be
erased.
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About tab
The About tab displays brief software information, copyright statement and provides relevant links for
its terms of use. You may also use this tab to check for software updates, or as a quick access to
Razer’s social communities.
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7. SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
SAFETY GUIDELINES
In order to achieve maximum safety while using your Razer BlackShark V2, we suggest that you adopt
the following guidelines:
Should you have trouble operating the device properly and troubleshooting does not work, unplug
the device and contact the Razer hotline or go to support.razer.com for assistance.
Do not take apart the device and do not attempt to operate it under abnormal current loads. Doing so
may void your warranty.
Keep the device away from liquid, humidity or moisture. Operate the device only within the specific
temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F). Should the temperature exceed this range, unplug
and/or switch off the device in order to let the temperature stabilize to an optimal level.
The device isolates external ambient sounds even at low volumes, resulting in lowered awareness of
your external surroundings. Please remove the device when engaging in any activities that requires
active awareness of your surroundings.
Listening to excessively loud volumes over extended periods of time can damage your hearing.
Furthermore, legislation of certain countries permits a maximum sound level of 86db to affect your
hearing for 8 hours a day. We therefore recommend that you reduce the volume to a comfortable
level when listening for prolonged periods of time. Please, take good care of your hearing.
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8. LEGALESE
THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft group of
companies.
Razer Inc. (“Razer”) may have copyright, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, patent applications, or
other intellectual property rights (whether registered or unregistered) concerning the product in this
guide. Furnishing of this guide does not give you a license to any such copyright, trademark, patent or
other intellectual property right. The Razer BlackShark V2 (the “Product”) may differ from pictures
whether on packaging or otherwise. Razer assumes no responsibility for such differences or for any
errors that may appear. Information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Razer shall in no event be liable for any lost profits, loss of information or data, special, incidental,
indirect, punitive or consequential or incidental damages, arising in any way out of distribution of,
sale of, resale of, use of, or inability to use the Product. In no event shall Razer’s liability exceed the
retail purchase price of the Product.
GENERAL
These terms shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the jurisdiction in which the
Product was purchased. If any term herein is held to be invalid or unenforceable, then such term (in
so far as it is invalid or unenforceable) shall be given no effect and deemed to be excluded without
invalidating any of the remaining terms. Razer reserves the right to amend any term at any time
without notice.
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