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- What do they cover and how much do
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SYSTUNE classes are two-day sessions: Both days will be held in a meeting space and will have both presentations and hands-on excercises. They cover the basics of using EASERA SysTune with particular emphasis on sound system measurement basic theory and techniques. The instructor is: Doug Fowler
The tuition is $475.00. It covers the cost of classroom materials, coffee breaks and lunch every day. An optional dinner may be included depending on location. Click here for details on the classes.
The following class synopsis gives a general idea of the subjects covered in the EASERA SysTune classes. As the instructor brings his own methods to teaching the class and the level of experience of the students in the classes varies, the classes may not follow this schedule exactly and these synopses should not be viewed as class outlines.
Prerequisites:
A laptop with EITHER the free demo version of EASERA SysTune, OR your own purchased copy of EASERA SysTune already installed and working before showing up in class; have basic sound system knowledge; be familiar with basic sound system acoustic terms and industry standards for sound system performance and with using computers and the Windows operating system. Once you register for the class, you will be provided with a 30-day trial license and instructions for getting started before showing up to class. This will allow you to already have a functioning system on the first day of class. |
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- Class Overview |
EASERA SysTune classes emphasize the practical use of EASERA SysTune for sound system measurements. Particular emphasis is placed on making fast and accurate field measurements and interpreting the results.
The class includes an overview of all the modules of EASERA SysTune. Due to the complexity of the programs, every option will not be discussed nor will every button be pushed, but students will have a good working knowledge of the program and be ready to make their own measurements at the completion of the class.
Participants will get more from the class if they have installed EASERA SysTune and worked through the Pre-Training tutorial. The goal of the EASERA SysTune class is to learn to use EASERA SysTune as a tool. We must assume students have a certain level of experience in pro-audio and with sound systems. The class is not a class in system design or room acoustics. |
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- SysTune TRAINING CLASSES in General |
The class will be presented over two days at a facility where we can take measurements. The first day will concentrate on understanding the software, interfacing with the necessary hardware and learning necessary basic concepts. The second day will be spent analyzing data and understanding what the software is showing you. Loudspeakers of various types and sizes will be provided as will a number of external sources. At the end of the class, students should have a basic understanding of how to measure and EQ, using EASERA SysTune, various components in a sound system, align subwoofers, and advanced measurement techniques, like windowing.
What students should bring: All that is required for the class is an inquisitive mind and pleasant nature; however, certain items will enhance the participant’s experience if they are available. A laptop computer with EASERA SysTune installed; a mic-pre/sound card and a measurement microphone will allow the participant to learn on his own equipment.
D A Y O N E
General Measurement Concepts
• Introduction to Dual FFT measurement History
Principle of operation
Setting Up For A Measurement
• Using the software to check signals, levels etc.
Input and Reference signal connections
Check signal and reference levels using the meters
Selecting FFT length
Choosing the number of averages
• Evaluating a measurement
Capturing a measurement
A look inside the real-time impulse response
Peak energy
Reflections
Inserting a delay time between channels
• Measurements in detail
Types of stimulus
Advantages/Disadvantages
External/Internal
• Real-time Transfer function
Zooming the axes
Coherence
Smoothing
Overlays and Cursors
• Introduction to Phase
Phase examples (distance vs. frequency vs. time)
Examination of the Phase display and relevant parameters
• General Discussion
D A Y T W O
Making and Evaluating A Measurement
• Equalization practice
Impulse Response Interpretation EQ exercises
• Why Alignment Matters
Introduction to comb filters The very simple comb filter equation Graphic demonstrations Comb filter listening exercises
• Back to Phase…
Why it matters when aligning system components Aligning loudspeakers in time Aligning subs to tops Aligning front fills, or any other system component
• Spectral and Spatial Averaging
Using averaging in SysTune to equalize your line array Multiple microphones and real-time multi-channel Multiple measurements with a single microphone
Improving Your Measurement
• Causes of measurement contamination
• Microphone placement techniques
• The SSA Filter
Setting the SSA Filter threshold Using all SSA components Examples using contaminated measurements
• Internal Plug-ins
Virtual EQ Health norms
• External DSP Plug-ins RHAON Podware IRIS-Net
• Presentation of certificates
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- Training Seminars, On-Line Registration
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ON
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SYSTUNE TRAINING SEMINAR - 2010
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