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Table of Contents
miniDSPFlexEight
Product Overview
DiracLive upgrade
Typical application
Software Installation
System requirements
Windows
macOS
Download the miniDSP software
Install the miniDSP software
Install on macOS
Install on Windows
The miniDSP Device Console
Finding connected devices
Connecting to a device
Using template devices
Settings
Input sources
Using presets
Selecting a preset
Renaming
Importing and exporting
Resetting
Firmware updates
Convert to Flex Eight (DL)
1. Purchase the Dirac Live upgrade
2. Activate the Dirac Live upgrade
Basic Operation
Front and rear panels
Basic operation
Rear panel connections
Playing Audio
Connecting sources
Connecting an amplier and speakers
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miniDSP Flex Eight Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryComputer Hardware
Input Channels8
Output Channels8
Sample Rateup to 96 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
DAC Resolution24-bit
DAC Sampling Rateup to 96 kHz
ADC Sampling Rateup to 96 kHz
USB AudioYes
DSP Resolution32-bit floating point
Input Impedance10 kΩ
EthernetYes
Product CategoryDigital Signal Processor
Digital InputsToslink, SPDIF, USB
Analog Outputs8 x RCA single-ended
Processing PowerSharc DSP
Output Impedance100 Ω
USBUSB
SoftwareminiDSP Software
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet
Power Supply12V DC

Summary

Software Installation

The miniDSP Device Console

Connecting and Configuring

Covers connecting to the device, using templates, and console settings.

Presets and Firmware

Manages device presets, including renaming, import/export, reset, and firmware updates.

Basic Operation

Front and Rear Panels

Describes the physical layout and controls of the device's front and rear panels.

Signal Flow

Input Channel Processing

Details the processing stages for incoming audio signals, including gain, PEQ, and FIR.

Signal Routing and Output Channels

Explains how to direct signals and the controls available for output channels.

DSP Reference: Parametric EQ

DSP Reference: Crossover

DSP Reference: Compressor

Troubleshooting and Support

Audio Playback Issues

Steps to diagnose and fix common audio playback problems like no sound.

Obtaining Technical Support

Information on how to contact miniDSP for technical assistance and troubleshooting.

Product and Upgrade Information

Product Overview

Provides a general description of the miniDSP Flex Eight audio processor.

Dirac Live Upgrade

Details the process and requirements for upgrading the device with Dirac Live room correction.

Software Installation Process

System Requirements

Lists the hardware and software prerequisites for installing the miniDSP software.

Download and Install Software

Guides users on obtaining and installing the miniDSP software for device control.

Software Installation Details

Device Console Operations

Connecting to a Device

Guides users on how to establish a connection with their miniDSP device for control.

Firmware Updates

Dirac Live Upgrade

Upgrade to Dirac Live

Activate Dirac Live Upgrade

Rear Panel Connections

Bluetooth Audio

miniDSP UAC2 Control Panel

Signal Flow Diagram

Input Channels Processing

Input Channel PEQ and FIR

Accesses the parametric EQ and FIR filter settings for input channels.

Signal Routing

Output Channels Controls

Channel Label, Routing, and PEQ

Managing output channel labels, routing, and accessing parametric EQ settings.

DSP Reference

Parametric EQ Details

Parametric EQ Overview and Editing

Introduces the Parametric EQ interface, filter editing, and disabling filters.

Advanced Biquad Programming

Loading Biquad Files

Biquad Design Software

Crossover Filters

Advanced Crossover Configuration

Biquad Design Software for Crossovers

FIR Filtering

FIR Filter Design Software

Compressor Operation

Obtaining Support

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