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EAW Smaart 6 Operation Manual

Chapter 4: Applications

This chapter discusses four typical applications, presented in order of increasing

complexity, that use Smaart 6 to measure audio systems and components. Since each

example builds from those preceding it, we recommend reading all four, even if you are

only interested in the later exercises.

Measuring and Optimizing a Sound System on page 84 discusses how to use Smaart 6

to evaluate and optimize a sound system, with a focus on improving the spectral balance

and stability of sound systems.

NOTE: This chapter is intended to provide a working knowledge of basic measure-

ment techniques and issues related to sound system optimization. A more de-

tailed treatment of system alignment is beyond the scope of this manual but is

covered extensively in Smaart School training classes. Click the link below for

more information: http://www.eaw.com/training/.

Make sure you understand how to connect your equipment and have a working

knowledge of Smaart 6 before proceeding (see Chapter 1: Getting Started). All exam-

ples assume your computer has two independent audio input channels. If your card has only

a mono line level input (or no line level input), you may be able to use Smaart 6’s single-

channel spectrum analyzer but not its Frequency Response and Delay Locator features.

Input levels must be set high enough for good S/N without illuminating the clip indicators

above the meters for extended periods. We recommend nominal input levels on the

Smaart 6 input meters of -12 dB.

WARNING: EAW is not responsible for damage to your equipment resulting from

improper use of this product. Make sure to use proper input and output

levels, impedances, and wiring conventions for all system components

before attempting these measurement exercises.