steelseries Arctis Nova 5X Headset User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- SteelSeries
Table of Contents
steelseries Arctis Nova 5X Headset
GENERAL
PACKAGE CONTENTS
- Arctis Nova 5X Headset Wireless Dongle
- USB-A adapter cable
- Charging cable
SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY
- Xbox Series X|S
- Xbox One
- PC
- PlayStation
- Android
- Nintendo Switch
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
HEADSET
- Elastic Headband*
- Airweave Ear Cushions*
- Retractable ClearCast Microphone
- Microphone Mute LED
- Volume Wheel
- Microphone Mute Button
- USB-C Charging Jack
- ChatMix Dial
- Power Button
- Power Indicator LED
DONGLE - Wireless Dongle*
- Wireless Mode Switch
- Pairing Button
- Status LED
**ACCESSORIES*** - USB-C to USB-A Adapter Cable*
- Charging Cable*
SETUP
XBOX CONNECTION
Set the Dongle’s Wireless Mode Switch (12) to “Xbox” 
OTHER CONNECTIONS
Set the Dongle’s Wireless Mode Switch (12) to “USB” 
PS5 SETTING > AUDIO OUTPUT
- Output to Headphones
- All Audio
PS5 SETTING > AUDIO OUTPUT > VOLUME
- Headphones
- Set to Max
POWER
POWER ON/OFF
Press and hold the Power Button (9) for 1 second to power the headset on/off.
When the Headset is powered on and connected, the Dongle’s Status LED (14)
turns solid 
CHARGING
To charge the headset, connect the Charging Cable* (16) from the Headset’s
USB-C Charging Jack (7) to any USB power source.
The color of the power LED indicates the battery level.
- Green 100–50 %
- Yellow 49–15 %
- Red 14–5 %
- Red (fast blink) 4–1 %
PAIRING
Note: The headset and dongle come paired
If you need to re-pair:
- Connect the Wireless Dongle (11) to your gaming device
- Press and hold the Dongle’s Pairing Button (13) for 4s until the Power Indicator LED (10) blinks rapidly
- With the headset off, press and hold the Power Button (9) for 4 seconds until the Power Indicator LED (10) blinks rapidly
- When pairing is successful you will hear a tone, and the Dongle’s Status LED (14) will turn solid
MULTIMEDIA CONTROLS
Answer / End Voice Call
Single · press the Power Button (9)
Play / Pause Music
Single · press the Power Button (9)
Skip Track
Double · · press the Power Button (9)
Previous Track
Triple · · · press the Power Button (9)
MICROPHONE
RETRACTABLE MICROPHONE
Out of the box, the Retractable ClearCast Microphone (3) is retracted. To use
the microphone, slide it away from the headset until it reaches full
extension.
POSITIONING
Position the Retractable ClearCast Microphone (3) close to the corner of your
mouth with the front surface facing you.
Note: The microphone should not be used when retracted. 
PERFECT FIT
There are two ways to adjust the fit of your headset
Slide the Earcups up or down to change the overall height.
- Change the position of the Elastic Headband (1) on one or both sides to achieve the desired tension and flex.
REGULATORY
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, SteelSeries ApS. declares that the equipment is in compliance with
directive RoHS 2.0 (2015/863/EU), R.E.D (2014/53/EU), EMC Directive
(2014/30/EU), and LVD (2014/35/EU) which are issued by the Commission of the
European Community.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the
following internet address: https://steelseries.com/
SteelSeries ApS. hereby confirms, to date, based on the feedback from our
suppliers indicates that the shipping of our products to the EU territory
complies with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and
Restriction of Chemicals – (EC) 1907/2006) compliance program. We are fully
committed to offering REACH compliance on the products and posting accurate
REACH compliance status for the all of products.
Frequency bands and Powers (Headset and Transceiver)
- Frequency band(s) in which the radio equipment operates: 2.400 – 2.4835 GHz
- Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted in the frequency band(s) in which the radio equipment operates:
- EIRP: GFSK: 8.11 dBm (Wireless Headset)
- EIRP: GFSK: 6.68 dBm (Transceiver)
- Firmware Version: V1.00
UK Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, SteelSeries ApS. declares that the following equipment which is
compliance with Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016, Electrical
Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 and The
Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 issued by the Department for Business,
Energy& Industrial Strategy.
The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the
following internet address: www.steelseries.com
WEEE
This product must not be disposed of with your other household waste or treat them in compliance with the local regulations or contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Turkey RoHS Compliance
Republic of Turkey: In conformity with the EEE Regulation
Safety Guideline for Lithium Battery
This battery must not be disposed of with your other household waste or treat them in compliance with the local regulations or contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 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:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement, the
device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
FCC ID: ZHK-HS34 (Wireless Headset)
FCC ID: ZHK-HS34TX(Transceiver) 
Industry Canada Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
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 Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter, except tested built-in radios. The County Code Selection feature is disabled for products marketed in the US/ Canada. The appliance must not be exposed to splashes or drops of water and it should not be used as a support for any object filled with liquid, such as a vase.
“CAUTION!”
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY PACK IS NOT REPLACED BY SAME TYPE AS SPECIFIED BY
THE MANUFACTURER.
Please keep following all listed important warnings and cautions below while
using this battery pack to avoid any damage or hazard.
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The battery polarity (+) and (-) shall not be connected and charged reversely. Risk of explosion if the battery polarity (+) and (-) is reversed.
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Please keep this battery pack away from fire and high heat sources due to the explosion that might happen. Do not place your battery pack close to any heater or hot location.
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This battery pack shall not be hit or impacted. This battery pack shall not be dealt with
any sharp or keen objects either. -
This battery pack shall not be exposed to moisture, dripping or splashing.
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If any electrolyte flows out of this battery pack when touching the user’s eyes and skin, please seek medical advice immediately.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements, The
device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction.
References
- SteelSeries GG | Connect with your people, gear and game | SteelSeries
- Gaming Accessories | SteelSeries