In this article, we'll guide you through optimizing the in-game settings of Battlefield 2042 for use with Audio Radar. We'll cover the preferred audio settings, step-by-step instructions for configuring Audio Radar, and tips for testing and optimizing your setup. Additionally, you'll find best practices and examples of how Audio Radar can enhance your gameplay experience.

Game-Specific Settings

Step 1:   
From the main menu, navigate to the 'Options' menu.

Step 2:

Select the 'Sound' option to enter audio settings.  
 

Step 3:

In the ‘Audio’ section, turn ‘Music Volume’ and ‘In-Game Announcer Volume' to 0. Set ‘Sound Configuration’ is set to ‘Surround.’
 

Step 4 (For PC + Voicemeeter): 

Navigate to the ‘Voice Chat’ tab. Set 'Enable Voice Chat' to On. Under 'Input and Output,' set 'Output Device' to 'Cable Input.' If you don't use Voice Chat, you can leave this off.

Configuring Audio Radar

Adjust Sensitivity: Given the size of the maps, we recommend having the Audio Radar's sensitivity at a medium level. This ensures gunshots far away won't go unnoticed, and nearby gunfire is more likely to be noticed.

Testing Tips

Enter a Practice Match: Start a bot match and mess around with sensitivity and sound settings. 

Focus on Critical Sounds: As you play, pay attention to the direction of important sounds like vehicles, weapon reloads, and close-range gunfire.

Iterate on Settings: Make incremental changes to your audio settings based on your experience in the practice matches. Notice if certain sounds are too prominent or if others need to be more discernible.

To prevent discord calls from interfering with Audio Radar, check out this article: How to Separate Discord from Audio Radar using Voicemeeter Banana.