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miniDSP SHD User Manual

miniDSP SHD
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PRELIMINARY
miniDSP Ltd, Hong Kong / www.minidsp.com / Features and specifications subject to change without prior notice 1
SHD Series
STEREO HIGH-DEFINITION ROOM CORRECTION
PROCESSOR AND CROSSOVER
SHD
SHD Studio
Featuring Dirac Live® Room Correction Technology
User Manual

Table of Contents

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miniDSP SHD Specifications

General IconGeneral
NetworkEthernet
Room CorrectionDirac Live
Sample RateUp to 192 kHz
USB AudioYes
BluetoothNo
DACAKM AK4490
Inputs1 x Coax, 1 x Optical, 1 x USB Audio
OutputsAnalog RCA, XLR
StreamingDLNA, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready
ControlIR Remote, Web Interface
Bit Depth32-bit

Summary

1 Product Overview

1.1 Dirac Live

Explains Dirac Live digital room correction technology for improved imaging and clarity.

1.2 Better connectivity

Details the SHD processor's expanded input-output connectivity options.

1.3 Network streaming

Covers the SHD Series processors' incorporation of network streaming protocols like Volumio.

1.4 Front panel display and remote control

Describes the functions and controls of the SHD's front panel display and included remote.

1.5 Powerful back-end processing

Highlights the SHD Series processors' additional functions and flexible routing for audio processing.

2 Hardware Overview

2.1 Rear panel connections – SHD

Details the specific rear panel connections for the SHD model.

2.2 Rear panel connections – SHD Studio

Details the specific rear panel connections for the SHD Studio model.

2.3 Front panel controls and display

Explains the functions of the SHD's front panel controls and display.

2.4 Remote control

Describes the functions of the included remote control for the SHD processor.

3 Software Overview

3.1 Configuration steps for stereo room correction

Summarizes steps for stereo Dirac Live room correction configuration.

3.2 Configuration steps with advanced/back-end processing

Outlines steps for advanced/back-end processing, including subwoofer integration.

4 Playing Audio / Quick-start Guide

4.1 Basic connections and audio - SHD

Provides basic connection and audio setup for the SHD processor.

4.2 Basic connections and audio - SHD Studio

Provides basic connection and audio setup for the SHD Studio processor.

4.3 USB Audio

Explains how to connect and configure the SHD Series for USB audio playback.

4.4 Network audio

Guides on setting up and using network audio streaming with Volumio.

5 Software Installation

5.1 Download the software

Details how to download the necessary software for SHD Series processors.

5.2 Software installation – Windows

Provides instructions for installing SHD software on Windows systems.

5.3 Software installation – macOS / OS X

Provides instructions for installing SHD software on macOS/OS X systems.

6 Acoustic Measurement for Dirac Live

6.1 Loudspeaker and microphone positioning

Guides on optimal placement of loudspeakers and microphones for measurements.

6.2 Preparing for acoustic measurement

Details the setup and connections required for acoustic measurements.

6.3 Configuring for measurement

Explains how to configure the DLCT software for acoustic measurements.

6.4 Running the measurements

Guides on executing the acoustic measurement process within DLCT.

6.5 Saving and loading projects

Explains how to save and load measurement projects for later use.

7 Dirac Live Filter Design and Download

7.1 Working with graphs

Describes how to interpret and interact with the response graphs in DLCT.

7.2 Designing your target curve

Details how to create and adjust the desired target frequency response curve.

7.3 Generating correction filters

Explains the process of generating digital room correction filters using DLCT.

7.4 Loading filter sets

Guides on loading the generated correction filters into the processor.

8 Configuring backend processing

8.1 How it works

Explains the signal flow and interaction between Dirac Live and miniDSP audio processing.

8.2 Plugin user interface

Describes the layout and main areas of the SHD plugin user interface.

8.3 Connecting to the processor

Details how to establish a connection between the SHD plugin and the processor.

8.4 Key features

Summarizes the main features and controls within the SHD plugin interface.

8.5 Acoustic measurement for back-end configuration

Explains using DLCT or REW for acoustic measurements for advanced configurations.

8.6 Sample plugin configurations

Provides examples of common SHD plugin configurations like stereo room correction.

9 Plugin Reference

9.1 Input channel status

Details the information displayed for input channels in the plugin.

9.2 Routing

Explains the function and use of the routing matrix mixer.

9.3 Output channels

Describes the controls and functions available for each output channel.

9.4 Custom biquad programming

Explains how to use custom biquad coefficients for advanced filter design.

9.5 Working with configurations

Covers saving, loading, and managing configurations in the SHD plugin.

9.6 Keyboard shortcuts

Lists keyboard shortcuts available for navigating and operating the SHD plugin.

10 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

10.1 Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the SHD Series processors.

10.2 Programming a third-party remote

Guides on how to program third-party remotes to control the SHD processor.

10.3 Firmware upgrade

Explains the process of upgrading the processor's MCU firmware.

10.4 Troubleshooting

Lists common issues and solutions for the SHD plugin and DLCT.

10.5 Obtaining Support

Provides guidance on how to contact miniDSP for support.

10.6 Open source licenses

Details information regarding open source licenses used in the product.

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