Creative Inspire 51 Manual

							1Getting Started
Inspire 5700
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. 
No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and 
recording, for any purpose without the written permission of Creative Technology Ltd. The software described in this document is furnished 
under a license agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the license agreement. It is against the law to copy 
the software on any other medium except as specifically allowed in the license agreement. The licensee may make one copy of the software 
for backup purposes.
Copyright © 2001 by Creative Technology Ltd. All rights reserved.
Version 1.0
September 2001
Copyright © 2001 Creative Technology Ltd. All rights reserved.The Creative logo, CMSS, EAX, Sound Blaster and the Sound Blaster logo are registered 
trademarks and Audigy, Creative SLAM, Sound Blaster Audigy, Inspire, the EAX logo, PC-DVD, and Live! are trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd. in the 
United States and other countries. NOMAD is a registered trademark of Aonix and is used by Creative Technology Ltd., and/or its affiliates under license. The 
Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700 ’s Dolby Digital decoder/amplifier is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. ‘Dolby’, ‘Dolby Digital’, ‘Pro 
Logic’, ‘AC-3’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. 
All rights reserved. SONY is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Microsoft 
and DirectSound are registered trademarks of Microsoft Inc. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 
5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other world-wide patents issued and pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater 
Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. All other logos, brands and product names are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of their respective holders and are hereby recognized as such. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual contents may differ 
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							Safety & Regulatory Information
The following sections contain notices for various countries:
Notice for the USA
FCC Part 15: 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, this 
notice is not a 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 one or more of the 
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the distance between the equipment and 
receiver.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit 
different from that to which the receiver is 
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV 
technician.
CAUTION: To comply with the limits for the Class B 
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this 
device must be installed with computer equipment 
certified to comply with the Class B limits.
 All cables used to connect the computer and peripherals 
must be shielded and grounded. Operation with non-certified computers or non-shielded cables may result in 
interference to radio or television reception.
Modifications
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by 
the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority 
to operate the device.
Notice for Canada
This apparatus complies with the Class B limits for radio 
interference as specified in the Canadian Department of 
Communications Radio Interference Regulations.
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes de CLASSE “B” 
d’interference radio tel que spe’cifie’ par le Ministère 
Canadien des Communications dans les règlements 
d’interfèrence radio.
Important NoticeThe serial number for your Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 
5700 is located on the subwoofer. Please write this 
number down and keep it in a secure area. This is for 
your security.
ComplianceThis product conforms to the following Council 
Directive:
Directive 89/ 336/ EEC, 92/ 31/ EEC (EMC), 73/ 23/ 
EEC (LVD)
Declaration of Conformity
According to the FCC96 208 and ET95-19,
Manufacturer/Importer’s Name:    Creative Labs, Inc.
Manufacturer/Importer’s Address:
1901 McCarthy Boulevard
             Milpitas, CA. 95035
             United States
               Tel: (408) 428-6600
declares under its sole responsibility that the product
Trade Name: Creative
Model Numbers: CSW3750
has been tested according to the FCC / CISPR22/
85 requirement for Class B devices and found 
compliant with the following standards:
EMI/EMC:ANSI C63.4 1992, FCC Part 15 Subpart
B Complies with Canadian ICES-003
Class B.
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 undesirable 
operation.
Ce matériel est conforme à la section 15 des régles 
FCC.
Son Fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions 
suivantes:
1.Le matériel ne peut étre source D’interférences et
2.Doit accepter toutes les interférences reques, Y 
compris celles pouvant provoquer un 
fonctionnement indésirable.
                                               Compliance Manager
                                                   Creative Labs, Inc.
                                                 August 1, 2001
WARNING: To prevent fire 
or shock hazard, do not expose 
this appliance to rain or 
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							IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read Instructions
Read all safety and operating instructions before 
operating the product.
Retain Instructions
Keep all safety and operating instructions for future 
reference.
Heed Warnings
Take note of all warnings on the product and in the 
operating instructions.
Follow Instructions
Follow all operating and usage instructions.
Cleaning
Unplug this product from the power source before 
cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a 
damp cloth for cleaning.
Attachments
Do not use attachments or accessories not 
recommended by Creative as they may cause hazards.
Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near any water source or 
water hazard. 
Placement
Place the product on a stable surface or recommended 
stand, or sold with the product. Otherwise, the 
product may fall and cause injury to a person, and 
damage to the product. Follow the manufacturer’s 
instructions for mounting the product. 
Ventilation
To ensure reliable operation and to prevent 
overheating, do not block or cover ventilation 
openings and slots with fabrics or impermeable 
material. Do not place in a built-in installation such as  a bookcase or rack unless there is proper ventilation 
or Creative’s instructions have been adhered to.
Heat
Do not place this product anywhere near heat sources 
such as radiators, stoves, and other products 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Power Sources
This speaker system is specifically designed for 
operation within the electrical range(s) specified on 
the provided power adapter and use outside of this 
range shall be at your own risk. Please contact your 
local electric utility company if you have any 
questions about the electrical voltage at your intended 
location of use.
Polarization
The product may be equipped with a polarized 
alternating-current line plug, a safety feature. As one 
blade is wider than the other, this plug can only fit 
into the power outlet in one way. If you cannot insert 
the plug fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If the 
plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace 
your obsolete outlet. Do not force the plug into the 
outlet.
Power-cord Protection
Arrange the power-cords to minimize the risk of 
damage from traffic or other hazards. Pay particular 
attention to the area near the plug head, the power 
source outlet and the connection from the product.
Lightning
Unplug the product from the power source during 
lightning storms or if unused for long periods of time. 
This will prevent lightning and power-line surge 
damage to the product.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or 
integral power circuits as this can result in a risk of 
fire or electric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push any object through the product’s 
openings, as this can result in a fire, electric shock or 
damage. Do not spill liquids on the product.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Refer 
all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the product from the power source. Call for 
servicing when:
a) 
the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b)  objects have fallen through or liquids have been 
spilled into the product’s openings.
c)  the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d)  the product does not operate normally when 
following the operating instructions
e)  the product behaves differently.
f)  the product has been dropped or damaged in 
any way.
Replacement Parts
When replacing parts, check that the service 
technician has used replacement parts specified by 
Creative or have the same characteristics as the 
original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result 
in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check
After servicing or repairing the  product, get the 
service technician to perform safety checks to be sure 
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							Contents
Introduction
Using Your Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700 ...............................ii
1Decoder Amplifier and Remote Control 
Functions
Turning On Your Decoder Amplifier .........................................1-2
Decoder Amplifier and Remote Control Key Functions ...........1-2
2Connecting Devices and Selecting Input 
Sources
Personal Computer User’s Chart ..........................................2-1
Set-top Device User’s Chart .................................................2-2
Game Console User’s Chart .................................................2-2
3Verifying Amplifier Signal Indicators
Program Material and Signal Detection Chart ...........................3-1
4Using the Effect Mode
CMSS Movie (Upmix) ................................................................4-1
CMSS Music (Upmix) ................................................................4-2
Fourpoint/5.1 DIN .......................................................................4-3
Stereo ............................................................................................4-4
Appendixes
AAudio Technology Reference
DTS Digital Surround ................................................................A-1
Dolby Digital ..............................................................................A-1
Dolby Pro Logic .........................................................................A-1
Creative Multi Speaker Surround (CMSS) ...............................A-2
EAX ............................................................................................A-2
BExtra Features
Using the Mix Feature .................................................................B-1
Substituting a Powered Subwoofer ............................................B-1
CGeneral Specifications
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							Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700. With audio quality that rivals a component 
home theater system, Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700 gives you the full potential of DTS® and Dolby 
Digital multichannel sound from your DVD player, personal computer or game console. The system 
decodes DTS, Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround program material, letting you enjoy the best in today’s 
media software.
Your Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700, which gives you enveloping positional multi-channel audio, 
includes the Creative SLAM™ (Symmetrically Loaded Acoustic Module) subwoofer. The Creative SLAM 
range of subwoofers, exclusive to selected Creative Inspire models, is extensively engineered to achieve 
fast, tight and punchy bass. The subwoofers’ excellent dynamics and thunderous impact are ideal for 
movies, music and games played on personal computers and game consoles.
Using Your Creative 
Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700Using your Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700 involves five basic steps: Set Up, Connecting Devices, 
Selecting Input Sources, Verifying Amplifier Signal Indicators and Using the Effect Mode. Refer to the 
chart below to locate information about each step. 
Connecting DevicesSelecting Input 
SourcesUsing the Effect 
Mode
Connect the decoder 
to your personal 
computer, set-top 
device or game 
console using the 
appropriate cable. 
See Chapter 2.On the decoder, 
select the source 
appropriate to the 
device or input 
connection. 
See Chapter 2.Select the Effect mode 
that best suits your 
program content or 
listening needs. 
See Chapter 1 and
Chapter 4.
Verifying Amplifier 
Signal Indicators
The decoder 
automatically detects 
signal type. Verify the 
output signal from 
your program source. 
See Chapter 3.
Set Up 
A Quick Start Guide is 
provided separately. 
Consult this guide for set 
up instructions on your 
Creative Inspire 5.1 
Digital 5700 before 
continuing with this 
manual. 
After set up, familiarize 
yourself with the features 
on your decoder 
amplifier. 
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							Decoder Amplifier and Remote Control Functions1-1
1Decoder Amplifier and Remote Control Functions
This chapter describes and shows you the location of the various control buttons, knobs and sockets on 
your Decoder Amplifier and Remote Control.2
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Figure 1-1:   Decoder Amplifier and Remote Control Front Views
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							1-2Decoder Amplifier and Remote Control Functions
Turning On Your 
Decoder AmplifierThe red Standby LED (next to the POWER button) lights up when the power adapter is connected to a 
power outlet or when the power supply is turned on. Press the Power button to turn on the Decoder 
Amplifier. The default mode is Optical. Future settings are retained as long as the decoder is connected to 
the power supply.
Decoder Amplifier 
and Remote Control 
Key FunctionsFigure 1-1 on page 1 and Figure 1-2 on page 2 show the location of the various knobs, buttons and sockets 
on your Decoder Amplifier and Remote Control.
Figure 1-2:   Decoder Amplifier Rear Panel View15
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Decoder/Remote Control 
PartFunction
POWER ButtonSets the system to “On” or Standby mode. When set to “On”, the red Standby LED turns off and the blue Standby LED 
on the MASTER volume knob illuminates.
SUBWOOFER, CENTER 
and SURROUND KnobsAdjusts the volume level of the indicated channels. Their output level should be adjusted to balance with the fixed 
output of the Front Left and Front Right speakers.
MUTE ButtonMutes all output from the decoder. Press the button once to mute. The blue LED on the MASTER volume knob also 
blinks. To resume audio output, press the MUTE button again. If the Decoder Amplifier is muted for more than thirty 
minutes, the system will automatically go into Standby mode.
MASTER Volume
      Knob Adjusts the volume of the entire system. The MASTER volume knob may also be adjusted using the remote control.
Infrared Receiver Detects infrared signals from your Remote Control. For reliable Remote Control functionality, do not obstruct this 
portion of the decoder amplifier.
EFFECT ButtonApplies effects to output. For more information, see Chapter 4, “Using the Effect Mode”.
Press this button to select one of the following effects:
DIGITAL PCM AUDIO 
ButtonSelects the type of digital input.
Press this button to select Optical, Coaxial, Digital DIN input or Off. When in the Off position, the input selection is 
forced to Analog Line-In.
ANALOG ButtonEnables input from analog line level devices such as computer audio cards, cassette decks, televisions and CD players.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC ON/
OFF ButtonActivates Dolby Pro Logic processing to provide surround sound from encoded stereo sources such as many television 
broadcasts and video tapes. Enabling Dolby Pro Logic disables selections in the Effect Mode.
DOLBY DIGITAL
      LEDDetects a Dolby Digital program source.
This LED illuminates automatically whenever a Dolby Digital signal is detected from an optical, coaxial or Digital 
DIN input. 
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qFourpoint/5.1 DIN
qStereo
qCMSS Movie (UPMIX)
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DOLBY PRO LOGIC LEDDetects a Dolby Surround encoded program source.This LED illuminates whenever a Dolby Surround encoded program material is detected from a digital source, or when 
the Digital Pro Logic ON/OFF button (see  in Figure 1-1 on page 1) is depressed.
DTS LEDDetects a DTS source.This LED illuminates automatically whenever a DTS signal is detected via any of the 3 digital inputs: optical, coaxial 
or digital DIN input. 
TEST Button              
(This function is only 
available on the Remote 
Control)Activates the “test sound” generator that helps you position the speakers and to balance their relative output. 
The test sound moves in a circular sequence from the Left speaker, the Center speaker, the Right speaker, then to the 
rear Right Satellite, rear Left Satellite and Subwoofer. All indicator LEDs blink during the test. All functions except 
for the level controls are disabled while the test sound is running.
qThe test sound lasts three complete cycles. You can stop the sound at any point by pressing the Test button again.qYou can use the Test to be sure that each speaker works before deciding on proper speaker connection and 
placement.
qAdjust the front panel level controls for the Center speaker, Subwoofer and rear satellites so that each speaker 
achieves a balanced output level with the Left and Right speakers (which provide a fixed “reference” output level).
The speaker level controls are always operational, you can adjust these controls during program material playback to 
fine-tune the balance. 
Note: Volume levels during the test sequence are lower than during normal operation. You may need to reduce the 
master volume before resuming normal playback.
Dynamic Mode Button 
(This function is only 
available on the Remote 
Control)By default, your Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700 is set for a compressed dynamic range mode so that low and high 
volume sound from a soundtrack can be played at lower volume levels. Enabling Dynamic Mode restores the very wide 
dynamic range between soft and loud sounds found in Dolby Digital programs.
Press this button to experience the full dynamic range of Dolby Digital programs. The LEDs on the left half (horizontal 
placement) of the Decoder Amplifier light up momentarily. If you press this button again, the default mode 
(compressed) resumes. The LEDs on the right half of the Decoder Amplifier light up momentarily.
DIGITAL/PCM AUDIO 
INPUTS Connects your respective audio source cables: Coaxial Digital, Optical and DIN-to-DIN to the corresponding sockets. 
See Chapter 2, “Connecting Devices and Selecting Input Sources” for more details.
ANALOG INPUTS    Connects Tandem Audio cables to the respective Front and Rear sockets. See Chapter 2, “Connecting Devices and 
Selecting Input Sources” for more details.
Decoder/Remote Control 
PartFunction
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Creative Inspire 5.1 Digital 5700 is intended for individual or small group listening and can achieve 
surprisingly high output levels. However, playing heavy-bass program material continuously at overly 
loud, distorted levels may permanently damage the system’s internal fuse. The fuse can be replaced only 
by a qualified representative. To avoid this inconvenience and a possible non-warranty repair charge, 
reduce the playback volume when the system shows obvious signs of stress, for example, when it sounds 
raspy, fuzzy, and/or muddy.
Note: Set the Decoder Amplifier to Standby mode before unplugging or turning off the power supply.
15V DC IN Power
      Input    Connects the DC plug from the 15V 4A DC power adapter included in this package to this socket.
SPEAKER Outputs    Connects the speakers found in your package to these sockets.
See the Quick Reference Guide for more information on connecting your speakers. 
SUBWOOFER LINE 
OUTUse this to connect the decoder to an active subwoofer. See “Substituting a Powered Subwoofer” in Appendix B for 
more details.
Decoder/Remote Control 
PartFunction
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Important Playback 
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