WINDOWS INTERFACE FOR OPTIMIZATION

Digital DrivePLUS User Interface Manual

21)You should now connect your Digital DrivePLUS subwoofer to the computer with the supplied USB cable, making the subwoofer is powered on. This allows Windows to finish the driver installation.

22)You can now begin using the software to set the equalization parameters for your subwoofer.

After the installation of the Virtual COM Port software, your computer thinks the USB cable from your computer to the Digital DrivePLUS is really a serial cable connected to a COM port.

You can see the COM port number assigned to the USB port by using the Windows Control Panel’s System > Hardware > Device Manager. The virtual port appears as an additional COM port with the label "USB Serial Port."

DIGITAL DRIVE PLUS WINDOWS SETUP PROGRAM USER INTERFACE

This section describes the controls and features available in the two user interface screens in the Windows Setup Program:

Frequency Response and Parameters screen

Preset screen

Frequency Response and Parameters Screen

When you run the Digital DrivePLUS Windows Setup Program it opens to the Frequency Response and Parameters screen. This screen is the screen you’ll use most often when optimizing the bass response.

The main functional areas of the screen are indicated in the following image. The features available in each of these areas are described after the image.

Figure 1: The Frequency Response and Parameters Screen

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Velodyne Acoustics DD-18+, DD-15+, DD-12+, DD-10+ manual Digital Drive Plus Windows Setup Program User Interface

DD-10+, DD-12+, DD-15+, DD-18+ specifications

Velodyne Acoustics is well-known for its innovation in the field of audio technology, particularly in subwoofers. Among the standout products in its lineup are the DD-15+, DD-10+, DD-18+, and DD-12+ subwoofers. These models are designed to deliver extraordinary bass performance with precise control and clarity, catering to both home theater enthusiasts and audiophiles alike.

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The DD-10+ is a more compact model but does not compromise on performance. Featuring a 10-inch driver, it delivers exceptional bass response in smaller spaces. Its high-efficiency amplifier provides 800 watts peak power, making it capable of delivering thrilling low-end sound for movies and music alike. Like its larger counterparts, the DD-10+ comes equipped with room calibration technology, ensuring it can adapt to various listening environments seamlessly.

The DD-18+, with an impressive 18-inch driver, positions itself as a powerhouse capable of producing the deepest bass frequencies with authority. Its peak power rating of 2,000 watts makes it one of the most formidable subwoofers on the market, capable of handling the most demanding soundtracks. This model also incorporates Velodyne's patented Digital Drive DSP technology, allowing for precise control of the bass output and minimized distortion, even at high volumes.

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