Speaker calibration, Save preset menu, Client file recorder – Omnia Audio Omnia.9 User Manual

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Save Preset Menu

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Client File Recorder

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Speaker Calibration

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R A calibrated microphone to capture the audio.

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to add is the calibrated mic.

Choosing a Calibrated Mic

It is important to understand that you must use a calibrated microphone designed for sound measurement

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are of no value when calibrating a system.

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are worthy of consideration.

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Setting Up the Mic

Place the microphone as close as possible to the position you will occupy when monitoring so that it

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individual calibration for each speaker.

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