Philips PSC805 HID Reports
Version 1.4(er) Thursday, June 19, 2003

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Change History: Version 1.4 Thurday, June 19, 2003 - Version changed to 1.4. - This release of the document coincides with the release of V4. 13 of the firmware. - Added to HID REPORT SUMMARY: Report 0x97 (Set S/PDIF Enable). - Added to HID REPORT DETAILS: Report 0x97 (Set S/PDIF Enable). - Modified APPENDIX A, HID Descriptor: Usage 0x97 (Set S/PDIF Enable). - Added to APPENDIX B, Output Bytes, Byte 0: Bit 4 now controls S/PDIF output enable/disable (addresses DRM issues). Version 1.3 Monday, February 03, 2003 - Version changed to 1.3. - This release of the document coincides with the release of V3.02 (V3.2) of the firmware. - Corrected Appendix B, Outpu t Bytes, Byte 3 (Set DAC Maps). Mapping changed to 00 (Front), 01 (Center/LFE), 10 (Rear), 11 (Line Input). - Corrected Appendix B, Output Bytes, Bytes 7 -10 (Volumes). Rear Left/Right volumes swapped with Center/LFE volumes. Version 1.2 Friday, January 31, 2003 - Version changed to 1.2. - Removed 0xA0 HID Output Report (Download to Serial EEPROM). This report is only used in the DOWNLOAD ROM image, not in the production ROM image. - Corrected Appendix B, Output Bytes, Bytes 5 -12 (Volumes). Maximum and minimum were incorrect (should be 0xFF=Max, 0x00=Min). - Corrected HID Report Details, Reports 0x8D, 0x8E, 0x8F, 0x90, 0x91 & 0x92 (Volumes). Maximum and minimum were incorrect (should be 0xFF=Max, 0x00=Min). - Added to HID Report Details, Reports 0x8C to 0x94 (Mute s / Volumes), note indicating that the Flag Volumes Valid bit (0x89 HID report) must be set for the Output Mutes, Output Volumes and Record Gains to be applied to the DACs/ADCs in the PSC805 product. - Added Appendix C, Board Layout (no thanks, just send m oney ;) Version 1.1 Thursday, January 30, 2003 - Version changed to 1.1. - Corrected Appendix B, Output Bytes, Bytes 1 & 2 (LEDs). Swapped byte order of LED data (Bits 15 -8 and 7-0) in Output HID. - Added byte ordering reference for LEDs (0x8A output repor t). Version 1.0 (Initial Release) Monday, January 20, 2003 - Version changed to 1.0 (Initial Release). - Corrected Appendix B, Input Bytes, Byte 2 (Plug Detects).
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Table Of Contents:

Change History Table Of Contents Introduction HID Report Summary Consumer Devices / Consumer Controls (Standard) Reports PSC805 Vendor Specific Reports HID Report Details Consumer Devices / Consumer Controls (Standard) Reports PSC805 Vendor Specific Reports APPENDIX A: HID Descriptor (as found in the PSC 805 Firmware) APPENDIX B: HID Report Maps (Input and Output) APPENDIX C: Board Layout
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Introduction:

The Philips PSC805 product is a 5.1 Channel USB Audio Device with 6 channels of analog output, Coax and Optical S/PDIF output (either PCM or Digita l) and Microphone or Line-In Input. It also provides simple controls on the product front panel where the user can adjust the Master Volume, apply MUTE to all analog outputs, and observe the current master volume setting via a seven LED bar graph. The PSA2 product is a graphical user interface (GUI) which provides device control and adds product enhancing audio algorithms to the device output. The PSC805 HID Reports can be broken down into two types standard Consumer Devices / Consumer Controls reports and Vendor Specific reports. The standard reports allow the PSC805 to have a minimum of user GUI functionality when using the standard USB Audio drivers present in Microsoft Windows operating systems, from Windows 98 Second Edition (Win98SE) to the current release of Windows XP (Home and Professional). The user can control the master volume and muting of all analog outputs via a Volume Knob and a MUTE button on the front panel of the PSC805 product. The Vendor Specific reports allow the PSA2 software to take full advantage of the PSC805 product. PSA2 can configure all aspects of the PSC805, from directing content streams to specific outputs to presenting eye -candy via the front panel LEDs for the end user to enjoy.
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HID Report Summary:

Consumer Devices / Consumer Controls (Standard) Reports:
0xE2: Report MUTE Button Press 0xE9: Report VOLUME UP Button Press 0xEA: Report VOLUME DOWN Button Press
PSC805 Vendor Specific Reports:
0x80: 0x81: 0x82: 0x83: 0x84: 0x85: 0x86: 0x87: 0x88: 0x89: 0x8A: 0x8B: 0x8C: 0x8D: 0x8E: 0x8F: 0x90: 0x91: 0x92: 0x93: 0x94: 0x95: 0x96:
Report Current PSA2 Mode State Report MUTE Button Press Report 3DFX Button Press Report FUNC Button Press Report Encoder Event Report Plug Detect Event Set PSA2 Mode State Set ADC Map Set S/PDIF Output Mode Flag Volumes Valid Set Front Panel LEDs Set DAC Maps Set Output Mutes Set Front Left Output Attenuation Set Front Right Output Attenuation Set Center Output Attenuation Set LFE Output Attenuation Set Rear Left Output Attenuation Set Rear Right Output Attenua tion Set Headphone Left Output Attenuation Set Headphone Right Output Attenuation Set Line Input Gain and Mute Set Microphone Input Gain and Mute

0x97: Set S/PDIF Enable

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HID Report Details:

0xE2: Report MUTE Button Press - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled only in stand -alone mode - 1 Bit return from PSC805 0: MUTE Button released 1: MUTE Button pressed This is the standard MUTE Button press report used in many consume r electronics audio devices that connect to a computer via USB. This report is enabled in stand-alone mode only, where it provides MUTE capabilities when using the standard USB Audio drivers in Windows. When in PSA2 mode, this report is replaced by the V endor Specific report 0x81 (Report MUTE Button Press).
0xE9: Report VOLUME UP Button Press - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled only in stand -alone mode - 1 Bit return from PSC805 0: VOLUME UP Button released 1: VOLUME UP Button pressed This is the standard VOLUME UP Button press report used in many consumer electronics audio devices that connect to a computer via USB. This report is enabled in stand -alone mode only, where it provides VOLUME UP capabilities when using the standard USB Audio drivers in Windows. When in PSA2 mode, this report is replaced by the Vendor Specific report 0x84 (Report Encoder Event).
0xEA: Report VOLUME DOWN Button Press - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled only in stand -alone mode - 1 Bit return from PSC805 0: VOLUME DOWN Button released 1: VOLUME DOWN Button pressed This is the standard VOLUME DOWN Button press report used in many consumer electronics audio devices that connect to a computer via USB. This report is enabled in stand -alone mode only, where it provides VOLUME DOWN capabilities when using the standard USB Audio drivers in Windows. When in PSA2 mode, this report is replaced by the Vendor Specific report 0x84 (Report Encoder Event).
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HID Report Details (Continued):
0x80: Report Current PSA2 Mode State - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled in both stand -alone and PSA2 modes - 1 Bit return from PSC805 0: PSA2 Mode Inactive (stand -alone mode) 1: PSA2 Mode Active This report stand-alone mode. If in application informs the application software whether the PSCis in mode (acting like a standard USB Audio device) or in PSA2 PSA2 mode, the PSC805 becomes highly configurable to the software.

0x81: Report MUTE Button Press - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled only in PSA2 mod e - 1 Bit return from PSC805 1: MUTE Button pressed 0: MUTE Button released This report informs the application software that the user has pressed the MUTE button on the front panel of the PSC805 product.
0x82: Report 3DFX Button Press - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled only in PSA2 mode - 1 Bit return from PSC805 1: 3DFX Button pressed 0: 3DFX Button released This report informs the application software that the user has pressed the 3DFX button on the front panel of the PSC805 product.
0x83: Report FUNC Button Press - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled only in PSA2 mode - 1 Bit return from PSC805 1: FUNC Button pressed 0: FUNC Button released This report informs the application software that the user has pressed the FUNCTION button on the front pa nel of the PSC805 product.
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PSC805 Vendor Specific Reports (Continued):
0x84: Report Encoder Event - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled only in PSA2 mode - 8 Bit return from PSC805 0x00: No Encoder movement 0x01-0x7F: ( 1 to 127) Clockwise movement of the Encoder. 0xFF-0x80: (-1 to -128) Counter-clockwise movement of the Encoder. This report informs the application software of movement of the Encoder on the from panel of the PSC805 product. The Encoder will be int erpreted in several ways, Volume, Fader, Input Gain and LFE Level. If in Volume mode, a clockwise movement of the Encoder is considered a Volume Up, while a counter -clockwise movement is considered a Volume Down.
0x85: Report Plug Detect Event - PSC805 to Host (Input) - Enabled only in PSA2 mode - 8 Bit return from PSC805 0: Unplugged 1: Plugged Plug Detect Mapping: ---------------------Bit 0: Front Speaker Plug State Bit 1: Rear Speaker Plug State Bit 2: Center/LFE Speaker Plug State Bit 3: Headphone Plug State Bit 4: Microphone (Mono) Plug State Bit 5: <reserved> Bit 6: Line-In Plug State Bit 7: <reserved> (Note: Plug Detect mapping subject to change) This report informs the application software which inputs and outputs are connected, so that application software can configure the system appropriately. For example, if only the front speakers are connected, the application software could configure the system for 2 Speaker Mode only. If all speakers are connected , software could configure the system for 5.1 Speaker Mode.

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0x86: Set PSA2 Mode State - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled in both stand -alone and PSA2 modes 1 Bit return from Host 0: Set PSC805 product to stand -alone mode 1: Set PSC805 product to PSA2 mode This report allows the application software to switch the mode of the PSC805 product. Stand -alone mode is when the PSC805 behaves as a standard USB Audio device. PSA2 mode is when the PSC805 is highly configurable to the application software. Once in PSA2 mode, the remainder of the PSC805 Vendor Specific HID reports are enabled. Anytime the application software enables PSA2 mode on the PSC805 device, the application software should re -initialize the states of the LEDs, the DAC/ADC mapping and the volumes/gains/mutes of the PSC805 device.
0x87: Set ADC Map - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA2 mode - 1 Bit return from Host 0: Set Line Input as the recording source 1: Set Microphone Input as the recording source This report allows the application software to select which of the analog inputs are to be used for recording either the Line Input on the rear panel of the PSC805 product or the Microp hone Input from the front panel.
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0x88: Set S/PDIF Output Mode - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA2 mode - 1 Bit return from Host 0: Set S/PDIF Output for Analog (P CM) Mode 1: Set S/PDIF Output for Digital (AC3/DTS) Mode This report allows the application software to select the output mode of the S/PDIF output device. If the S/PDIF output is to be just a 'copy' of the content sent to the headphone output, then th e S/PDIF Output mode should be set to 'Analog', so that S/PDIF receivers will know that the input stream is pure PCM audio. If the S/PDIF Output is to be AC3 or DTS from DVD playback, then the S/PDIF Output should be set to 'Digital', so that S/PDIF Receivers will know that the input stream is encoded and needs to be processed before being output.
0x89: Flag Volumes Valid - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA2 mode - 1 Bit return from Host 0: Volume values in report are INVALID 1: Volume values in report are VALID This report allows the application software to indicate to the PSC805 device if the volume values in the HID report are valid or invalid. This flag keeps the PSC805 device from constantly updating the DAC and ADC volume and mutes when unnecessary.
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0x8A: Set Front Panel LEDs - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - 16 Bit return from Host 0: LED Off 1: LED On Byte 0: Bits 15-8 Byte 1: Bits 7-0 This report gives the application software access to all of the front panel LEDs at once (7 bar graph, 1 Mute, 1 3DFX, 4 FX, 3 function [16 total]). LED Mapping: ---------------------Bit 0: LSB of LED Bar Bit 1: | Bit 2: | Bit 3: | Bit 4: | Bit 5: | Bit 6: MSB of LED Bar Bit 7: MUTE LED Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit 8: 9: 10: 11: 12: 13: 14: 15: INPUT GAIN FADER LFE LEVEL 3DFX FX3 FX2 FX1 DIGITAL OUT

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0x8B: Set DAC Maps - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 1-0: Front Output select Bits 3-2: Center/LFE Output select Bits 5-4: Rear Output select Bits 7-6: Headphone / S/PDIF Out put select 0x0: Front Channel Content 0x1: Center/LFE Channels Content 0x2: Rear Channel Content 0x3: Line Input Content (from rear panel) This report allows the application software to select which content to output to the various speake r sets (Front, Rear, Center/LFE and Headphone).
0x8C: Set Output Mutes - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bit 0: Front Left Output Bit 1: Front Right Output Bit 2: Center Output Bit 3: LFE Output Bit 4: Rear Left Output Bit 5: Rear Right Output Bit 6: Headphone Left Output Bit 7: Headphone Right Output 0x0: unmuted 0x1: muted This report allows the application software to mute/unmute each output channel.
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0x8D: Set Front Left Output Attenuation - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 7-0: Attenuation Level 0xFF: 0dB attenuation 0x00: -infinity dB attenuation This report allows the application software to set the att enuation levels for the Front Left output DAC.
0x8E: Set Front Right Output Attenuation - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 7-0: Attenuation Level 0xFF: 0dB attenuation 0x00: -infinity dB attenuation This report allows the application software to set the attenuation levels for the Front Right output DAC.
0x8F: Set Center Output Attenuation - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 7-0: Attenuation Level 0xFF: 0dB attenuation 0x00: -infinity dB attenuation This report allows the application software to set the attenuation levels for the Center output DAC.
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0x90: Set LFE Output Attenuation - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA m ode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 7-0: Attenuation Level 0xFF: 0dB attenuation 0x00: -infinity dB attenuation This report allows the application softwar e to set the attenuation levels for the LFE output DAC.

0x91: Set Rear Left Output Attenuation - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 7-0: Attenuation Level 0xFF: 0dB attenuation 0x00: -infinity dB attenuation This report allows the application software to set the attenuation levels for the Rear Left output DAC.
0x92: Set Rear Right Output Attenuation - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 7-0: Attenuation Level 0xFF: 0dB attenuation 0x00: -infinity dB attenuation This report allows the application software to set the attenuation levels for the Rear Right output DAC.
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0x93: Set Headphone Left Output Attenuation - Host to PSC805 (Outpu t) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 7-0: Attenuation Level 0xFF: 0dB attenuation 0x00: -infinity dB attenuation This reports allows the application software to set the attenuation levels for the Headphone Left output DAC.
0x94: Set Headphone Right Output Attenuation - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 7-0: Attenuation Level 0xFF: 0dB attenuation 0x00: -infinity dB attenuation This report allows the application software to set the attenuation levels for the Headphone Right output DAC.
0x95: Set Line Input Gain and Mute - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 ADCs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 3-0: Gain Level (in +3dB steps) 0x0: 0db Gain 0x8: +24dB Gain (max) Bits 6-4: Unused Bit 7: Muting 0x0: Unmuted 0x1: Muted This report allows the application software to directly set the CODEC Mixer levels (gain and mute) for the Line Recording input.
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0x96: Set Microphone Input Gain and Mute - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 8 Bit return from Host Bits 3-0: Volume Level 0x00: 0db Gain 0x08: +24dB Gain (max) Bits 6-4: Unused Bit 7: Muting 0x0: Unmuted 0x1: Muted This report allows the application software to directly set the CODEC Mixer levels (gain and mute) f or the Microphone Recording input. 0x97: Set S/PDIF Enable - Host to PSC805 (Output) - Enabled only in PSA mode - Will only be applied to the PSC805 DACs if the Flag Volumes Valid (0x89) Report is set to 1. - 1 Bit return from Host 0: Disable S/PDIF Output 1: Enable S/PDIF Output This report allows the application software to directly enable/disable the S/PDIF output. Useful for preventing output of copyrighted material.

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APPENDIX A

The HID Descriptor (as found in the PSC805 Firmware)
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APPENDIX A: The HID Descriptor (as found in the PSC805 Firmware):
unsigned char code DevHIDReportDesc[] = { 0x05, 0x0C, // USAGE_PAGE (Consumer Devices) 0x09, 0x01, // USAGE (Consumer Control) 0xA1, 0x01, 0x05, 0x0C, 0x09, 0x01, 0xA1, 0x01, // COLLECTION (Application)
// USAGE_PAGE (Consumer Devices) // USAGE (Consumer Control) // COLLECTION (Application)
// // Standard Audio Device Controls (Inputs to HOST) // // The following reports are active ONLY in Stand -Alone mode // // MUTE Button // Volume Up (Encoder CW), // Volume Down (Encoder CCW) // // 1 Bit wide reports // 0x09, 0xE2, // USAGE (Mute) 0x09, 0xE9, // USAGE (Volume Up) 0x09, 0xEA, // USAGE (Volume Down) 0x15, 0x00, // LOGICAL_MINIMUM (0) 0x25, 0x01, // LOGICAL_MAXIMUM (1) 0x75, 0x01, // REPORT_SIZE (1) 0x95, 0x03, // REPORT_COUNT (3) 0x81, 0x06, // INPUT (Data, Var, Rel) 0xC0, // END_COLLECTION
0x06, 0x00, 0xFF, // USAGE_PAGE (Vendor Defined) 0x09, 0x01, // USAGE (Vendor Defined) 0xA1, 0x01, // // // // // // // // // COLLECTION (Application)
Vendor Defined (PSA2) Device Controls (Inputs To HOST) Report PSA2 MUTE Button 3DFX Button FUNC Button State (both modes) (in PSA2 Mode) (in PSA2 Mode ) (in PSA2 Mode)
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APPENDIX A: The HID Descriptor (as found in the PSC805 Firmware) (Continued):
// // 1 Bit wide reports // 0x09, 0x80, // USAGE 0x09, 0x81, // USAGE 0x09, 0x82, // USAGE
(Report PSA2 State) (Report MUTE Button) (Report 3DFX Button)

0x09, 0x75, 0x95, 0x81,

0x83, 0x01, 0x04, 0x02,

// // // //

USAGE (Report FUNC Button) REPORT SIZE (1) REPORT COUNT (4) INPUT (Data, Var, Abs)
// // the following is just to add padding to the HID // descriptor so that is is a multiple of 8 bits // long. Adjust accordingly as you add, remove or // adjust usage items. // 0x75, 0x01, // REPORT_SIZE (1) 0x95, 0x01, // REPORT_COUNT (1) 0x81, 0x01, // INPUT (Cnst, Ary, Abs) // // Vendor Defined (PSA2) Device Controls // (Inputs To HOST) // // The following reports are active ONLY in PSA2 Mode // // Encoder (in PSA2 Mode) // Plug Detects (in PSA2 Mode) // // 8 Bit Wide reports // 0x09, 0x84, // USAGE (Report Encoder) 0x09, 0x85, // USAGE (Report Plug Detects) 0x75, 0x08, // REPORT SIZE (8) 0x95, 0x02, // REPORT COUNT (2) 0x81, 0x02, // INPUT (Data, Var, Abs) // // Vendor Defined (PSA2) Device Controls // (Outputs From HOST) //
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// Set PSA2 State (in both modes) // Set ADC Map (in PSA2 Mode) // Set S/PDIF Mode (in PSA2 Mode) // Volume Values Valid (in PSA2 Mode) // // 1 Bit Wide reports // 0x09, 0x86, // USAGE (Set PSA2 State) 0x09, 0x87, // USAGE (Set ADC Map) 0x09, 0x88, // USAGE (Set S/PDIF Mode) 0x09, 0x89, // USAGE (Volumes Valid) 0x09, 0x97, // USAGE (Set S/PDIF Enable) 0x75, 0x01, // REPORT SIZE (1) 0x95, 0x05, // REPORT COUNT (5) 0x91, 0x02, // OUTPUT (Data, Var, Abs) // // the following is just to add padding to the HID // descriptor so that is is a multiple of 8 bits // long. Adjust accordingly as you add, remove or // adjust usage items. // 0x75, 0x03, // REPORT_SIZE (3) 0x95, 0x01, // REPORT_COUNT (1) 0x91, 0x01, // OUTPUT (Cnst, Ary, Abs) // // The following command is active ONLY in PSA2 mode // // Set LEDs (in PSA2 Mode) // // 16 Bit Wide reports // 0x09, 0x8A, // USAGE (Set LEDs) 0x75, 0x10, // REPORT SIZE (16) 0x95, 0x01, // REPORT COUNT (1) 0x91, 0x02, // OUTPUT (Data, Var, Abs) // // Vendor Defined (PSA2) Device Controls // (Outputs From HOST) // // 8 Bit Wide Reports //

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0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x09, 0x75, 0x95, 0x91, 0xC0, 0xC0 };
0x8B, 0x8C, 0x8D, 0x8E, 0x8F, 0x90, 0x91, 0x92, 0x93, 0x94, 0x95, 0x96, 0x08, 0x0C, 0x02,
// // // // // // // // // // // // // // //
USAGE (Set DAC Maps) USAGE (Set Output Mutes) USAGE (Set Front Left Vol) USAGE (Set Front Right Vol) USAGE (Set Rear Left Vol) USAGE (Set Rear Right Vol) USAGE (Set Center Vol) USAGE (Set LFE Vol) USAGE (Set HP Left Vol) USAGE (Set HP Right Vol) USAGE (Set Line-In Gain & Mute) USAGE (Set MIC-In Gain & Mute) REPORT SIZE (8) REPORT COUNT (12) OUTPUT (Data, Var, Abs)
// END_COLLECTION // END_COLLECTION
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APPENDIX B

HID Report Maps (Input and Output)
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APPENDIX B: HID Report Maps (Input and Output):
Input Bytes: (3 Total - from PSC805 to Host):

Byte 0:

Bit 0: Bit 1: Bit 2:
MUTE Button (Stand-Alone Mode) Volume Up Button (Stand -Alone Mode) Volume Down Button (Stand -Alone Mode) 0: released 1: pressed PSA2 State (both Stand -Alone and PSA2 modes) 0: stand-alone mode 1: PSA2 mode MUTE Button (PSA2 Mode) 3DFX Button (PSA2 Mode) FUNC Button (PSA2 Mode) 0: released 1: pressed Unused Encoder Data (PSA2 Mode) 0x00: No Encoder movement 0x01-0x7F: Encoder Clockwise (UP) (1 to 127) 0xFF-0x80: Encoder Counter -Clockwise (DOWN) (-1 to -128)

Bit 3:

Bit 4: Bit 5: Bit 6:

Bit 7: Byte 1: Bits 7-0:

Byte 2:

Bits 7-0:

Plug Detects (PSA2 Mode) 0: not connected 1: connected Front Speakers Center/LFE Rear Speakers Line-In Microphone Unused Headphones Unused
Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit

0: 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7:

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APPENDIX B: HID Report Maps (Input and Output) (Continued):
Output Bytes: (15 Total - from Host to PSC805):

Bit 0:

Set PSA2 State (both Stand -Alone and PSA2 modes) 0: stand-alone mode 1: PSA2 mode Set ADC Map (PSA2 Mode) 0: line in 1: microphone in Set S/PDIF Mode (PSA2 Mode) 0: PCM mode 1: Digital (AC3/DTS) mode Volumes Valid (PSA2 Mode) 0: invalid (ignore volume values in report) 1: valid (use volumes in report) Set S/PDIF Enable (PSA2 Mode) 0: disable S/PDIF Output 1: enable S/PDIF Output Unused

Bit 1:

Bit 2:

Bit 4:

Bit 7-5: Byte 1: Byte 2: Bits 15-8: Bits 7-0:
Set LEDs (PSA2 Mode) 0: off 1: on Bar Bar Bar Bar Bar Bar Bar LED LED LED LED LED LED LED 6
Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit
0: 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: 8: 9: 10: 11: 12: 13: 14: 15:
MUTE LED Input Gain LED Fader LED Subwoofer Level LED 3DFX LED FX3 LED FX2 LED FX1 LED Digital Out LED Page 24 of 27

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Output Bytes: (15 Total - from Host to PSC805) (Continued):

Byte 3:

Set DAC Maps 00: Front 01: Center/LFE 10: Rear 11: Line In Set Set Set Set Front Speaker pipe Center LFE pipe Rear Speaker pipe Headphone / S/PDIF pipe

Bits Bits Bits Bits

1-0: 3-2: 5-4: 7-6:

Byte 4:

Set Output Mutes 0: un-muted 1: muted Front Left Output Front Right Output Center Output LFE Output Rear Left Output Rear Right Output Headphone Left Output Headphone Right Output Front Left Volume Front Right Volume Center Volume LFE Volume Rear Left Volume Rear Right Volume Headphone Left Volume Headphone Right Volume 0xFF: Maximum (0dB) 0x00: Minimum (-infinity dB) Line-In Gain and Mute Microphone-In Gain and Mute 0x80: Mute 0x08: Maximum (+24dB) 0x00: Minimum (0dB)
Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Bit Byte Byte Byte Byte Byte Byte Byte Byte 5: 6: 7: 8: 9: 10: 11: 12: Bits Bits Bits Bits Bits Bits Bits Bits
0: 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: 7-0: 7-0: 7-0: 7-0: 7-0: 7-0: 7-0: 7-0:

Byte 13: Byte 14:

Bits 7-0: Bits 7-0:
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APPENDIX C

Board Layout
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APPENDIX C: Board Layout:
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Philips Consumer Electronics B.V., 1999-2002, Eindhoven, The Netherlands V-1 991214
PSC805 Aurilium Sound Processor Users Guide
What Is Included In the Package
You will find the following items in the package: The Aurilium Sound Processor Foot stand for vertical or horizontal mounting Fastening screw Standard USB cable The Aurilium installation CD The Aurilium Users Guide (on the installation CD) Quick Start Guide (QSG) Audio Software applications (on the installation CD) Warranty card

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1. Introduction.... 1
1.1. 1.2. KEY FEATURES.... 2 Minimum System Requirements... 3
2. The Philips Aurilium Hardware... 4
2.1. Getting Started.... 4 Front Panel Features and Controls... 5 Rear Panel Connectors.... 7 2.1.1. 2.1.2. 2.2. 2.3.
Quick Installation Guide.... 9 Detailed Installation Guide....10 Hardware Installation....10 Speaker Connection...10 USB Connection...11 Software Installation...13
2.3.1. 2.3.2. 2.3.3. 2.3.4.
3. Using the Hardware Controls... 15 4. The Philips Sound Agent 2 (PSA2).. 17
4.1. 4.2. 4.3. Basic Interface Operation...17 Compact Control Panel....19 Main Control Panel....21 Effects Tab....21 Equalizer Tab....23 Setup Tab....24 Invalid Speaker Configuration...24 Playback source controls...27 Recording Source Control...28 Mixer Tab....27
4.3.1. 4.3.2. 4.3.3. 4.3.4.
4.3.3.1. 4.3.4.1. 4.3.4.2. 4.3.5. 4.3.6. 4.4.
Presets Tab...28 Info Tab....30
Visualization Panel....31
5. Uninstalling PSA2.... 32 6. Technical Support And Warranty.. 34
PSC805 Aurilium Sound Processor Users Guide iv
Philips Sound Solutions 6.1. 6.2. Internet Address:...34 Technical Support Information:....34
7. Appendix A, Useful Tips For Speaker setup.. 35
7.1.1. 7.1.2. 7.1.3. 7.1.4. Ideal Listening Scenario (Speakers)..35 Ideal Listening Scenario (Headphones)...35 Avoid Reflective Surfaces (Speakers)...35 Balance the Speakers and Headphones..35
8. Appendix B, USB Hub Considerations.. 36

8.1. Introduction to USB Hub....36 Power Limitation...36 Bandwidth Limitation Issues...36 8.1.1. 8.1.2.
9. Appendix C, Trouble Shooting... 37

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the PSC 805, Aurilium 5.1 USB Sound Processor! You now own the ultimate in quality and flexibility for your PC sound. Your new external sound processor offers all the advanced features of any internal sound card, plus the convenience of not having to take off the cover of your PC.

1.1. KEY FEATURES

Gaming and Music-centric audio components transform your laptop or desktop computer into an advanced digital audio processor! Easy USB connection. No need to open your PC case (ideal for laptops). USB bus powered. No external power required. 24-bit high definition data converters for optimum sound quality. Sound Agent 2 interactive visual sound control center. All main audio functions can be controlled internally via Sound Agent 2 or front panel external controls. Automatically detects the number of speakers plugged in and optimizes output for the best sound possible. Detects the presence of headphones and automatically mutes speakers when the headphone jack is inserted, and un-mutes when jack is unplugged. Detects the presence of microphones and automatically switches the input from Line-In to Mic-In when microphone jack is inserted, and switches input back to Line-In when jack is unplugged. Cool blue indicator LED's clearly show selected functions and levels. Easy desktop connection for microphone, headphones, and speakers. QInteractive3D technology offers precise 3D sound positioning with all headphone and speaker output configurations and is compatible with DirectSound3D, EAX 1.0, EAX 2.0/I3D Level 2, and A3D enabled games. QXpander converts ANY ordinary stereo input to virtual 3D surround sound with any headphone or two-speaker set configuration. 15 unique reverb environments using the exclusive QSound Environmental Modeling (QEM) algorithms for totally immersive gaming and dramatic musical performances. Active Dynamic Filtering found in the new QSizzle and QRumble components feature low, mid and high frequency enrichment algorithms that help restore sonic fidelity for highly compressed digital audio files such as MP3s and WMAs. Simply put, it makes MP3s sound great. Exclusive QMSS5.1 technology creates 6 independent channels of audio from ALL stereo sources when in 5.1 channel speaker mode. QSurround enhances Dolby Digital 6-channel sources by filling the sound gap between speakers to create a complete 360-degree wrap-around audio experience that is smooth and natural. But more importantly, it creates virtual 3D surround over a two-speaker setup. Normalization smoothes out the volume differences within audio files and reduces the volume variations for all audio sources - automatically. Professional style 10-Band Equalizer for precise sound tailoring of all digital audio media. Industry standard digital output (S/PDIF Out) allows connection to digital speakers or external decoders. Two ways to connect to your S/PDIF Digital Out: Optical or Coax connectors. Default and user defined Presets for most settings to personalize all your games, music, and movies - exactly the way you like it.

1.2. Minimum System Requirements
350 MHz CPU 64 MB RAM One CD ROM drive One available USB port 800 X 600 Screen resolution (1024 X 768 recommended) Headphones or amplified speakers 20 MB of available hard drive space Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system.
Please Note: Each operating system has its own minimum requirements which should be observed. In addition, various games and DVD applications may require higher limits than listed above.
2. The Philips Aurilium Hardware

2.1. Getting Started

To fully benefit from all the features of your Aurilium Sound Processor, please take a moment and familiarize yourself with this guide in its entirety. The diagrams in the next two pages list all the features available. The installation Video on the installation CD can provide you with a quick overview of how to install your new Sound Processor. Additional installation Information is contained in this manual. Note: Not installing PSA2 will limit the Aurilium sound processor to stereo output only.
2.1.1. Front Panel Features and Controls

1 - (Mute Indicator

2 - (Mute Button)
3 (Digital Out LED) 5 (QMSS LED) 7 (3D Effects Control Button)
4 (QSurround LED) 6 (QXpander LED)

8 (3D Effects LED)

9 (Level Indicator Bar-Graph LEDs) 10 (Selector Button) 11 (Subwoofer Level LED) 13 (Input Gain LED) 12 (Fader LED)
14 (Multi-Function Rotary Control)
15 (Headphone Jack) 16 (Microphone Jack)
Figure 1. Front view Features
See next page for brief description of features
Philips Sound Solutions The following is a brief description of all controls and indicators located in the front of the Aurilium Sound Processor. For an in-depth explanation of each control or indicator refer to the Using the Hardware Controls chapter of this document. 1. Mute Indicator LED: Indicates when Mute function is active. 2. Mute Button: Toggles all audio output on or off. 3. Digital Out Indicator LED: Indicates S/PDIF Out is enabled/disabled. 4. QSurround Indicator LED: Indicates QSurround is active. 5. QMSS Indicator LED: Indicates QMSS is active. 6. QXpander Indicator LED: Indicates QXpander is active. 7. 3D Effects Control Button: Toggles the 3D Effects on or off. 8. 3D Effects Indicator LED: Indicates that 3D Effects mode is active. 9. Level Indicator Bar Graph LEDs: This set of seven LEDs indicate the level of volume, or the level of the Fader, Subwoofer, or Input Gain depending on which function has been selected by the Selector Button (No. 10). When all three function LEDs are off, the bar graph indicates the volume level. 10. Selector Button: By pushing this button you can select which function is controlled by the Rotary Control Knob (No. 14) as indicated by the function LEDs (No. 11,12, and 13). The level of each function is displayed by the Level Indicator bar-graph LEDs (No. 9). 11. Subwoofer Level LED: When lit, the rotary knob controls the subwoofer level as indicated by the level indicator bar graph LEDs (No. 9). 12. Fader Indicator LED: When lit, the rotary knob controls the level of fader as indicated by the level indicator bar graph LEDs (No. 9). 13. Input Gain Indicator LED: When lit, the rotary knob controls the level of input gain as indicated by the level indicator bar graph LEDs (No.9). 14. Multi-Function Rotary Control: This knob controls the level of the volume, fader, subwoofer or input gain as indicated by the function LEDs (No. 11, 12, and 13). 15. Headphone Jack: Attach headphones here. 16. Microphone Jack: Attach microphone here.

2.3. Detailed Installation Guide
Your new Aurilium sound processor is a standard USB audio device. This means even if you dont install PSA2, you will still be able to play all your PC audio streams just by connecting the Aurilium Sound Processor to the USB port on your PC. This, however, will not give provide full functionality. Be sure to install the Philips Sound Agent 2 drivers to enjoy the full benefits of your state of the art PC sound device. First, install the hardware as follows:
2.3.1. Hardware Installation
Before you install the hardware, you need to assemble the base to the box. You can position the Aurilium box horizontally or vertically on your desk. Attach the base to the narrow, or the wide side of the box as shown in Figure 3. Use the accompanying screw to secure the base to the Aurilium case. Over tightening may damage the case.
2.3.2. Speaker Connection
You need to have a set of self-powered speakers. Self-powered means they have their own power supply that plugs into an AC outlet or uses batteries. It is strongly recommended that you refer to the documentation that came with your speakers to determine the type and connection for your speakers. If you have commonly used set of PC stereo speakers, connect them to the green jack labeled Front in the back of Aurilium (see Figure 2). front speakers, an Invalid Speaker Configuration error message will appear at the lower right hand corner of the screen as shown in Figure 4. When you only have two speakers, even if they are positioned behind you, they must be connected to the front jack. See Invalid Speaker Configuration section under Setup tap description section in this document.
Important Note: If you connect the Rear speakers or the subwoofer before connecting the
Figure 4 Invalid Speaker Configuration error message
If you have digital speakers, or any type of digital decoder box that uses a digital audio (S/PDIF) signal, identify the type of cable that is supplied with the speaker set. The Aurilium Sound Processor has two types of digital signal output connectors, the RCA jack and the optical connector. Connect the cable to the appropriate jack on the back of the Aurilium. The optical connector may have a protective cap that needs to be removed before connecting to it. To enable Digital output go to the Setup Tab of the PSA2 panel (see Setup Tab description under Main Control Panel section of this document). Check out www.philips.com/sound (Europe) or www.philips.com/ce (US) to see Philips full range of self-powered speakers.

2.3.3. USB Connection

The included USB cable has different connectors on each end. Connect the appropriate end to its respective port. A USB port on a PC may be located in the front, in the back, or both. On laptops, it may be on the back alongside other ports and connectors, or on either side of the PC. Personal computers normally have at least two USB ports. Most new PCs have two in the back and two in the front. The front USB ports may be concealed under a flip-up cover. You should refer to your PC documentation to locate the USB port. Figure 4 shows examples of USB ports on laptop and desktop PCs.
a. Diagram of USB ports in the back of PC
b. Pictures of USB ports in front of PC Figure 5 Typical Locations for USB Ports
The Aurilium is compatible with both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0. If your PC has both, you can connect to either port. Windows 2000 and Windows XP recognize the Aurilium Sound Processor as an audio device and assign the required basic drivers to the hardware. Once the Aurilium is recognized and installed, you should be able to play MP3 and other audio streams, including your music CDs. However, you must install PSA2 to enable all the unique features of your new sound processor. If you do not install PSA2, you will only have stereo output. Both Windows 2000 and XP automatically detect Aurilium without any input from the user. If you are familiar with the USB device installation process by Windows, go to the Software Installation section of this document.
Philips Sound Solutions Windows XP: When you first connect the Aurilium (or any USB device), Windows detects the connection and displays he message Found new hardware at the lower right corner of your screen (see Figure 5). The message may be followed by another message USB Audio Device, or PSC805 Audio Device. The detection process may take up to a few minutes depending on the speed of your computer. When the process is finished, it displays the message: Your new hardware is installed and ready to use. See Figure 5. You are now ready to install your PSA2 software that is provided on the installation CD.

Figure 6

Windows 2000 When installing the Aurilium on a system with Windows 2000, the Found New Hardware window opens and stays open throughout the process of hardware installation. You will see the text change back and forth (see Figure 6), but when the window goes away it means the Aurilium has been installed.

Figure 7

2.3.4. Software Installation
Place the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. The PC will detect the CD and automatically bring up the application launch panel (see Figure 7). Click on the Install Philips Sound Agent 2 button and follow the directions on the screen. If for any reason the application launch panel is not launched, click on the Start button and select Run. In the window type the following: D:\autolauncher.exe Where D:\ is the letter designator for your CD ROM drive. Click OK. Once the installation is complete, you will be asked to restart your computer. After the reboot, the Philips Sound Agent 2 icon will appear in your Windows System Tray (or Systray, normally at the lower right hand corner of screen), as shown in Figure 9.
Philips Sound Solutions If you want to install any or all of the included free applications, reinsert the CD or follow the above direction to bring up the Autolauncher panel again. When installation is complete, it is a good idea to run the speaker test utility (under the Setup tab of PSA2 main control panel) to ensure proper connection.

Figure 8

Sound Agent 2 icon

Figure 9 System Tray

3. Using the Hardware Controls
The Aurilium Sound Processor has a number of controls on the front panel that enable various audio features. The Aurilium automatically detects how many speakers are connected. It also detects if headphones are connected to the headphone jack, and automatically mutes all the speakers. Microphone and Line In connections are also automatically detected. Following is a detailed explanation of the controls and indicators.

Mute Button and Mute LED

Pushing this button disables the sound to all speakers, but does not stop the player application that is sending audio to the Aurilium. Push the button again to enable audio out. This button functions the same as the mute button on the PSA2 panel. When LED is on, mute is active.

Top Four LEDs

The first of the top four LEDs is the Digital Out indicator. When lit, it indicates that encoded audio (AC3 or DTS) is enabled through both the RCA and optical outputs. See AC3/DTS Pass Through under Setup Tab. The second LED indicates that QSurround is active. This feature automatically becomes active when a source signal (usually DVD) is configured to be 6-channel out and only two speakers are connected to the Aurilium. This feature gives you a virtual 3D surround sound. If more than two speakers are connected to the Aurilium, then this feature enhances the surround sound to provide a virtual full surround sound. The third LED, when lit, indicates QMSS is active. When you have a stereo source and have attached four or more speakers to the Aurilium this feature automatically comes on and converts the stereo source to multi-channel surround sound. The forth LED, when lit, indicates QXpander is on. This feature automatically comes on when you have a stereo source (MP3 or CD audio) and two speakers or headphones are connected to the Aurilium.
3D Effects Control Button
This button enables 3D Effects. The characters 3D below the button illuminate when any of the 3D Effects are active. See 3D Effects in PSA2 section of this user guide for more information.
Level Indicator Bar Graph LEDs
This set of seven LEDs display the level of the volume as a bar graph. They also display the level for Fader, subwoofer, and microphone input gain, depending on which function is selected by the Selector button. You can change the level of the selected function using the Multi-Function Rotary Control.

Selector Button And LEDs

By pushing the Selector button you change the function of the Rotary Control knob and the display contents of the Level Indicator LEDs. By default, all three Function LEDs are off, the Multi-Function Rotary knob controls the volume level, and the seven LED bar graph displays the volume level. However, the Selector button can change that. Push the Selector button once and the first of the three Function LEDs illuminate on to indicate that the control knob controls the subwoofer level and the bar graph displays the level of the subwoofer volume. Push the Selector button twice and the second LED illuminates. The control knob controls the Fader and the bar graph Fader position. Push the Selector button three times and the third LED comes on to indicate that the control knob controls the level of the input gain and the bar graph indicates the input gain level. After five seconds the bar graph LEDs and the function of the control knob will change back to the default volume level.

QRumble is a powerful low frequency enhancement algorithm that helps to compensate for loss of bass that may result from compressed digital media such as MP3s or WMA formats.
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Philips Sound Solutions QRumble responds in real time to the varying nature of the input signal, automatically adjusting itself accordingly. This is very different from the Equalizer, which is a static frequency processor. The Equalizer does not monitor the input signal or perform self-adjustment. The label QRumble Active appears in illuminated text when QRumble is enabled, and QRumble Off when disabled. Normalization automatically adjusts the volume variations in various audio files or streams. Quieter signals are amplified to match the level of louder ones, so that the listening volume maintains a consistent level. This means that when playing files with various output levels, the need to constantly adjust your speaker volume is minimized. The label Normalization Active appears in illuminated text when Normalization is enabled, and Normalization Off when disabled.

Normalization

Three separate 3D audio enhancement algorithms are provided to maximize the spatial experience no matter what the combination of signal type and output hardware. When 3D Effects are enabled, the audio processor will automatically choose the appropriate algorithm (3D mode) according to your output configuration and the type of input signal. The 3D Effects indicator LEDs on front panel and the indicators on the Effects Tab illuminate to show which algorithm is active at any given time. QXpander optimizes stereo input played over 2 speakers or headphones. When QXpander is active it provides a wider sound field far exceeding physical position of the speakers. QSurround optimizes a multi-channel source (e.g. a 5.1 channel DVD) to create virtual speakers and immerse the listener in surround sound when using either 5.1, quad or stereo speakers. QMSS optimizes stereo input sources for playback over a multi-channel speaker set (4 or 5.1 channel). The majority of audio sources are stereo (e.g. MP3s, CD music tracks, WAV files, games, etc). QMSS transforms these stereo sources into immersive multi-channel experience with 4 or 5.1 discrete channels, depending on speaker configuration.

4.3.2. Equalizer Tab

The Equalizer (EQ) controls the frequency response of the system by increasing or decreasing the frequency response of ten independent frequency bands. This Equalizer works very much the same as the equalizers in high quality sound systems. Each slider controls the relative level of a band (range) of frequencies. The number listed above each slider column is the center frequency of the band controlled by that slider. When a slider is set to the center position, frequencies within this band left flat and the gain is 0dB. See Figure 15.

Figure 15

To boost the level of a given band, move its slider above the centerline. To cut the relative level of a given band, move its slider below the centerline. Maximum boost or cut is 12dB on each frequency level. Sliders can be individually centered by right clicking anywhere within the slider area, or collectively by clicking the Reset button on top right corner of the panel. Clicking the default button on the compact panel can also collectively center the sliders. Please note that the default button resets several other features as well.

4.3.3. Setup Tab

Located under the setup tab is a speaker configuration panel and other critical audio controls. The speaker configuration panel graphically displays the existing speaker or headphone configuration. Speaker detection is a dynamic and automatic function of PSA2. Simply plug in the speakers or headphones, the PSA2 will detect the configuration and display the new configuration in the panel. If the configuration is invalid (see invalid configuration description below) a text bubble will pop up at the bottom of the screen. The bubble is displayed until the speaker configuration is corrected or for 30 seconds, whichever occurs first. Also, The speaker status note on the Setup Tab will display Invalid Configuration. Note: Not correcting the invalid speaker configuration can result in partial or total loss of the audio. Connecting the Center/LFE or Rear speakers without connecting the Front speakers is an invalid configuration. Connecting Center/LFE without the Rear speakers is also an invalid configuration even if the Front speakers are connected. There are a total of eight different ways one can connect the speakers, four of which are valid and four are invalid. Connecting the headphones at any time makes an invalid configuration valid and eliminates the warning note. Valid Configurations Invalid Configurations

4.3.3.1.

Invalid Speaker Configuration
1. No Speakers * 5. Rear only 2. Front only 6. Rear and Center/LFE 3. Front and Rear 7. Center/LFE only 4. Front, Rear, and Center/LFE 8. Front and Center/LFE (no Rear) * Assuming one uses headphones for output device.

Figure 16

The Speaker Test Utility can be used to test the current speaker configuration for proper connection to the Aurilium case. Testing each speaker channel ensures each speaker is positioned and connected properly. The test utility highlights each of the available output channels for testing. Click any active speaker to send the test sound to the corresponding speaker. Figure 16 shows that headphones are plugged in and the speakers are disabled. The Loop Test button allows the test to repeat until the stop button is pressed. If the Loop Sounds is off, the sound will play once for each click of a speaker button. The Test button sends the test sound to each speaker once and moves to the next speaker automatically. If the Loop Test button and the test button are used in conjunction, the test signal will loop through all attached speakers until the Stop button is pressed.

Speaker Test Utility

Speaker Connection Considerations
When connecting speakers it is important that you connect them properly to obtain maximum performance. Connecting to the wrong jack will degrade the quality of the sound output. If you have only two speakers connect to the Front output jack. If you have four speakers, connect to the Front and Rear output jacks. If you have six speakers (5.1), connect to the Front, Rear and Center/LFE output jacks. Ensure that labeling of the speakers match the labeling of the jacks, i.e., front speakers to the front jack, rear speakers to the rear jack and so on. The Preamp Level control allows you to boost the input audio signal before it is processed by the PSA2. It has a similar effect as the master volume, but should not be used instead of it. NOTE: Increasing the PreAmp may cause audio distortion on some high level input signals. In some cases, an input signal can be of such amplitude that audio distortion can occur at the preamp default level. If this is the case simply lower the preamp level to help eliminate any distortion. You can use this slider to control the balance between the front and the rear speakers. You can do the same using the Selector button and the Multi-Function Rotary Control on the front panel of the Aurilium. Center controls the level of output on the center speaker only. Use this slider to adjust the volume on the center speaker.

Preamp Slider

Fader Slider

Center Slider

LFE Slider
This slider allows you to control the volume level of the subwoofer. You can do the same using the Selector button and the Multi-Function Rotary Control on the front panel of the Aurilium. This slider allows you to balance the left and the right speakers. It affects the front and the rear speakers only.

Balance Slider

The S/PDIF digital outputs (both optical and RCA) normally supply the digital equivalent of the signal present at the analog (front speakers or headphones) outputs. However, when this button is selected, Dolby Digital (AC3) or DTS audio from DVD playback is passed through to the optical and RCA S/PDIF outputs for external decoding, and all analog outputs are muted including headphones. The Digital Out LED in the front panel of the Aurilium illuminates to indicate this button has been selected. See Figures 1 and 2. NOTE: For proper AC3/DTS pass-thru operation, additional configuration settings may be required by the soft DVD player application used. Refer to the soft DVD player documentation for detailed instructions. NOTE: When the headphones are connected, the digital output mode is disabled. To enable the digital output mode, disconnect the headphones. Also, when digital output mode is enabled, headphones are muted.

Presets Menu

Environmental Menu Reverb Intensity Slider

Figure 21

5. Uninstalling PSA2
If for any reason it becomes necessary to uninstall the PSA2 drivers, you can choose one of two available methods. You may go to the system control panel and launch the Add/Remove Programs utility as shown in Figure 22 and Figure 23. From the list of programs find PSC805 and click on it so it is highlighted. Click the Change/Remove button. Or, you may choose the uninstall program that comes with PSA2 program. For this you click on the Windows Start button, click on the Programs, (All Programs in XP), click on the Philips folder, then select and execute the Philips Uninstall program.

Figure 22 Windows XP

Figure 23 Windows 2000
6. Technical Support And Warranty
Before calling the technical support number please make sure you have the following information available: Model number and date of purchase. Computer type, processor speed, and memory available. Computer operating system (IE; Windows 2000, or XP). On-screen error information. Other hardware connected to the Aurilium.

6.1. Internet Address:

Useful information such as the latest drivers and products can be found at: www.pcsound.philips.com The web site for Europe is: http://www.philips.com/sound Philips general web site is: http://www.philips.com/ce
6.2. Technical Support Information:
Toll-Free telephone numbers: Available 6:00 AM 10:00 PM Central Standard Time USA: 1-800-835-3506 Elsewhere: See the Warranty Conditions document in your package.
7. Appendix A, Useful Tips For Speaker setup
Following is some suggestions to help you set up your speakers for best results.
7.1.1. Ideal Listening Scenario (Speakers)
The ideal way to experience proper imaging, whether stereo, surround, or 3D, is to begin by arranging each pair of speakers as symmetrically as possible. Front speakers should be at the same height, angle and distance relative to the listener. You will obtain best imaging if the distance between you and speakers are about the same distance as between the speakers. A typical multimedia set-up, with the speakers placed just to either side of the computer monitor, is ideal for stereo or quad listening. However, if your system has a center speaker, then it is advisable to move the left and right front speakers further apart, maintaining equal distance from the listening position. Surround speakers should be placed behind the listener, and ideally be no further than the front speakers from the listener. They also need to be at the same height and angle as the front speakers.
7.1.2. Ideal Listening Scenario (Headphones)

When using headphones, many of the potential problems associated with speaker listening are essentially eliminated. For example, you are automatically positioned in the center, and if you move around, this doesnt change your position relative to the speakers.
7.1.3. Avoid Reflective Surfaces (Speakers)
If possible, keep your speakers away from reflective surfaces. For example, if your setup is in a corner and one speaker is very close to a sidewall, this will degrade imaging. This is because sound waves will bounce off the wall and arrive at your ears slightly later than the waves originating directly from the speaker. This is true of any environment except an anechoic (echo-free) chamber. However, when the surface is close to the speaker, the reflected sound energy will be only slightly delayed and still quite strong compared to the original, which will reduce the clarity of the signal you hear. The same can be true of placing your speakers directly on a hard desktop. If possible, elevate your speakers on stands so they are further away from the reflective surface. This will slightly improve the imaging and effects.
7.1.4. Balance the Speakers and Headphones
Any imaging, including stereo, surround and especially 3D audio, can be degraded by left/right channel imbalances. If your speakers or amplifier(s) incorporate balance controls, we strongly recommend adjusting them to their center position. Many physical balance controls have a mark to identify the center position. If each speaker has separate volume controls, try to set them as equally as possible. You can use the Philips Sound Agent 2 test utility to help you judge the volume levels. This practice applies to headphones as well.
8. Appendix B, USB Hub Considerations
8.1. Introduction to USB Hub
A hub is a USB device that uses one USB port for connection to a PC and typically provides four additional ports for connection to USB devices. The function is similar to an electrical plug expander or an extension cord with multiple receptacles. Some of the earlier computers have only two USB ports that are usually located on the backside of the computer. In this case if we have more than two USB devices for connection to the PC we need to use a USB hub. Using a hub not only provides more USB ports, but also provides easy access to the ports that are located in the back of the computer. Most newer computers have two USB ports in the back and two additional ports in the front. The front ports are usually concealed under a flip up or flip down cover. Refer to your PC document to locate these ports. A USB host controller card may be added to a computer if it does not have any USB ports at all. These cards need to be installed inside the computer in a PCI slot.

Figure 26

CD Player Control in the mixer playback tab dose not have any effects on the output when Playing Audio CD in the CD Drive Because the CD player sends the audio streams via the digital data lines, Windows treats this source like other digital audio sources such as MP3 files. Therefore, to control the volume and balance use the controls for wave. No PSA2 Icon in the System Tray After you have installed PSA2 from the installation CD, if the PSA2 icon disappears from the System Tray, go to the start menu, click on Programs (Windows 2000 or Windows XP), click on Philips, then click on Philips PSC805, then click on PSC805 PSA2 Control Panel.
When playing DVD there is background music but no dialog, or the dialog is very low Check speaker connection. This may happen if the front speakers are not connected while the rear and subwoofer are. If the speakers are connected correctly and this happens it is possible that the sound track of the DVD is corrupted or damaged. One may test the sound track by connecting a set of headphones to the Aurilium and listen to the sound. The headphones always output the down-mixed sound track. If the headphones sound similar to the speakers, then the sound track is corrupted.
Philips Sound Solutions Error message appears on the screen The error message in Figure 27 is displayed when the speaker configuration is not correct. Check to ensure that front speakers are connected to the right connector in the back of the Aurilium.

Figure 27

The speaker connectors are color coded for clarity. Lime Green is for Front speakers. Black is for Rear, and orange is for Center/ LFE or subwoofer. See Figure 2. For more information also refer to the Setup Tab section of this document. The correct configuration is as follows: No. of Speakers Two Speakers Four Speakers Five or six Speakers Headphones Where to Connect Connect to the FRONT connector in back of the Aurilium. Connect to FRONT and REAR connectors. Connect to FRONT, REAR and Center/LFE connectors. Connect to the headphone jack on the front panel of the Aurilium.