ROCCAT SYN Pro Air Wireless PC Gaming Headset User Guide
- June 17, 2024
- ROCCAT
Table of Contents
ROCCAT SYN Pro Air Wireless PC Gaming Headset
PACKAGE CONTAINS
HEADSET CONTROLS
LED INDICATIONS
CHARGING
The Syn™ Max Air uses a 16+ hour rechargeable battery. Make sure to charge it regularly. The Syn™ Max Air uses the transmitter for contact charging. Plug in your transmitter and make sure it is connected to a power source. (For initial setup, refer to “Transmitter/Charging Base Setup”) Then, set your headset in the transmitter and make sure the headset is connected to the charging pins. The Syn™ Max Air can also be plugged directly into a power source for charging.
Headset Storage
Always charge your headset before storing it for any extended period of time
(greater than 3 months). Never store the unit in temperatures above
113°F/45°C.
USB-C SETUP
The Syn™ Max Air also works great with other platforms with USB-C ports, including the PS5™ and Nintendo Switch™.
- Plug the Transmitter into a USB-A slot in your device
- Hold the Power Button on the headset for 2 seconds to turn it on
- In your device’s settings, make sure the Syn™ Max Air is selected on your device When connecting the transmitter to a PS5™ or PS4™, master volume must be adjusted from the Settings Menu. Software capabilities are only available on PC.
BLUETOOTH® SETUP
Your Syn™ Max Air allows you to simultaneously connect to a Bluetooth® enabled device and the wireless transmitter. To put your headset into
Bluetooth® pairing mode, follow these steps:
- Power your headset on
- Press and hold the Bluetooth® button to initiate pairing
- Connect your headset through your Bluetooth® devices settings
BLUETOOTH® FUNCTIONS
| FUNCTION | ACTION |
|---|---|
| Play/Pause | Press Once |
| Skip Forward | Press Twice |
| Fast Forward | Press Three Times |
| Skip Back | Press Twice Quickly and Hold |
| Rewind | Press Three Times Quickly and Hold |
| Answer Call | Press Once |
| End Call | Press Once |
| Reject Incoming Call | Press Twice Quickly |
| Activate Voice Recognition (if available) | Press and Hold |
SETUP ON THE NINTENDO SWITCH™
- Make sure your Syn™ Max Air are not paired to another device.
- Press and hold the Bluetooth® button on the headset until the LED starts blinking rapidly.
- In your Nintendo Switch’s home menu. Go to System Settings > Bluetooth® Audio > Pair Device
- Select the Syn™ Max Air from the menu to pair.
- Once the pairing is successful, select “OK” on the prompt.
- Adjust your Syn™ Max Air volume from the Nintendo Switch’s volume controls on the top of the console. If your Syn™ Max Air are not shown on the list of detected devices, hit “Y” to search again. If no devices were detected, select “OK” on the prompt, then “Pair Device” again to search again.
RAPID CHARGE DOCK
The rapid charge dock is connected to your PC via USB-C cable. It can simultaneously be connected to an external power source if you would like charging functionality while your PC is powered off.
Choose the configuration that best suits your setup:
- Option A) Connected to PC via USB-C cable Choose this option if you do not need charging functionality while your PC is powered off.
- Option B) Connected to PC via USB-C cable Choose this option if your motherboard supplies USB power while your PC is powered off.
- Option C) Connected to both PC and external power source via USB-C cables Choose this option if you would like charging functionality while your PC is powered off, but your motherboard does not support it.
Option A)
Connected to PC via USB-C cable
- Plug the USB-C cable into the PC slot underneath the rapid charge dock
- Plug the other end of the USB-C cable into an available USB-C slot on your PC.
Option B)
Connected to PC via USB-C cable
- Plug the USB-C cable into the PC slot underneath the rapid charge dock
- Plug the other end of the USB-C cable into an available USB-C slot on your PC
- Change the USB power settings to “always on” in your motherboard BIOS. Refer to user manual for specific details
Option C)
Connected to both PC and external power source via USB-C cables
- Plug the first USB-C cable into the PC slot underneath the rapid charge dock
- Plug the other end of the first USB-C cable into an available USB-C slot on your PC
- Plug the second USB-C cable into the power slot underneath the rapid charge dock
- Plug the other end of the second USB-C cable into an external power source (e.g. wall charger or power brick)
MICROPHONE ATTACHMENT
- Remove the Microphone Cover from the left ear cup
- Align the Removable Microphone with the microphone slot on the left ear cup
- Press firmly until the Removable Microphone clicks into the microphone slot
MICROPHONE FLIP-TO-MUTE OPERATION
Microphone Mute
Flip up mic to mute. There is an audible tone when the mic is muted or
unmuted.
PC/MAC® SETUP
- Plug the Syn™ Max Air Transmitter in a USB slot on your PC*.
- Hold the Power Button for 2 seconds to turn on the headset (the transmitter and headset are automatically paired).
- Right click the speaker icon in your toolbar and select “Open Sound Settings”.
- Select “Syn™ Max Air” from the “Choose Your Output Device” drop-down menu.
- Open the driver software to customize your settings.
- If desired, convert your transmitter to USB-C with the provided USB-C Adapter.
TECHNICAL FACTS
TECH SPECS
- Direct wireless connection via transmitter dock
- 20Hz – 20kHz speaker frequency response
- 2.4GHz transmitter
- Audio controls: master volume wheel, variable mic monitoring, and mic mute and Bluetooth®
- Rechargeable 16h battery
- 50mm speakers with neodymium magnets
- Removable unidirectional microphone
- Soft leatherette on headband and outer earcups
- Over-ear design with memory foam
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
- Windows® 10 & Windows® 11 (software support)
- USB 2.0 (or higher)
- Internet connection
Should you need assistance …
Our support team is ready to help you with any technical questions. Just send
an e-mail to support@roccat.com or visit our
website at:
WWW.ROCCAT.COM/SUPPORT
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS FOR THE SYN MAX AIR RX & TX
LOCAL RESTRICTIONS ON RADIO USAGE
Caution : Due to the fact that the frequencies used by wireless devices
may not yet be harmonized in all countries, these radio products are designed
for use only in specific countries, and are not allowed to be operated in
countries other than those of designated use. As a user of these products, you
are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries
for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with
the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country of use.
Any deviation from the permissible power and frequency settings for the
country of use is an infringement of national law and may be punished as such.
To determine whether you are allowed to use your wireless network device in a
specific country, please check to see if the radio type number that is printed
on the identification label of your device is listed in the manufacturer‘s OEM
Regulatory Guidance document at the following URL
http://www.turtlebeach.com/homologation or contact Turtle Beach directly.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) COMPLIANCE NOTICES
This section includes the following FCC statements for the Syn Max Air:
- FCC IDs: XGB-14155 & XGB-15159
- Class B Interference Statement
- RF Radiation Exposure & Hazard Warning
- Non-Modification Statement
CLASS B INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
RF RADIATION EXPOSURE & HAZARD STATEMENT
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating
instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
NON-MODIFICATION STATEMENT
Use only the supplied internal antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications,
or attachments could damage the Syn Max Air RX & TX Models and violate FCC
regulations. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate this
equipment. Please contact Turtle Beach for a list of approved 2.4G SRD
(2400~2483.5MHz) antennas.
CANADIAN ICES STATEMENTS
IC : 3879A-14155 & 3879A-15159
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference; and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This equipment complies with Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing and not supported by Syn Max Air RX & TX Models.
RF RADIATION EXPOSURE & HAZARD STATEMENT
The product complies with Canada portable RF exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and are safe for intended operation as described in
this manual. The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product
can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower
output power if such function is available.
EUROPEAN UNION AND EUROPEAN FAIR TRADE ASSOCIATION (EFTA) REGULATORY
COMPLIANCE
This equipment may be operated in the countries that comprise the member
countries of the European Union and the European Fair Trade Association. These
countries, listed below, are referred to as The European Community throughout
this document: AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK,
ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE,, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, IRELAND, ITALY, LATVIA,
LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALTA, NETHERLANDS, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA,
SLOVAKIA, SLOVENIA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, UNITED KINGDOM, ICELAND, LICHTENSTEIN,
NORWAY, SWITZERLAND
To access the rating label on the left ear cup:
Warning : To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high
volume levels for long periods.
Warning! This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required
to take appropriate measures. WWW.ROCCAT.COM
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