Audison bit Nove operation manual
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USER’S
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USER’S MANUAL
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Index
1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION / PRECAUTIONS .........................................................................................................................3
2. PACKAGE CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................................... 3
3. BIT NOVE and DRC INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................... 4
4. CONNECTION PANEL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................................................................5
1 LOGO STATUS .......................................................................................................................................................................5
2 POWER AND CONTROL CABLE. ........................................................................................................................................ 6
3 PRE INPUT ............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
4 SPEAKER OUT. ......................................................................................................................................................................7
5 OPTICAL IN 1/2: S/PDIF DIGITAL INPUTS. ....................................................................................................................8
6 AUX: LOW-LEVEL AUXILIARY STEREO INPUT. ..............................................................................................................8
7 PRE OUT: LOW-LEVEL ANALOG SIGNAL (4 Volts RMS) ..............................................................................................8
8 INPUT LEVEL ........................................................................................................................................................................8
9 DRC . .................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
10 USB . .................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
11 UPGRADE MODE. ................................................................................................................................................................. 8
12 ASC-C . .................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
5. CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 9
5.1 POWER SUPPLY AND REMOTE TURN ON......................................................................................................................9
5.2 INPUT SIGNALS ..................................................................................................................................................................10
5.3 DIGITAL OPTICAL IN INPUT SIGNALS...........................................................................................................................14
5.4 OUTPUT SIGNALS ..............................................................................................................................................................15
5.5 PERSONAL COMPUTER AND DIGITAL REMOTE CONTROL (DRC). ........................................................................16
6. GUIDE FOR INSTALLING/UNINSTALLING BIT NOVE SOFTWARE AND DRIVERS ....................................................17
6.1 GUIDED PROCEDURE FOR PC SOFTWARE INSTALLATION .....................................................................................17
6.2 GUIDED PROCEDURE FOR DRIVER INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................19
6.3 UNINSTALLING BIT NOVE SOFTWARE .........................................................................................................................19
7. HOW TO SET UP THE BIT NOVE USING A PC ...................................................................................................................20
7.1 OFFLINE MODE ...................................................................................................................................................................20
7.2 TARGET MODE ...................................................................................................................................................................21
7.3 ADJUSTING ACOUSTIC REPRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................27
7.3.1 DEVICE INFO. ..........................................................................................................................................................27
7.3.2 FILE MAIN MENU ................................................................................................................................................... 28
7.3.3 MEMORIES MAIN MENU ...................................................................................................................................... 28
7.3.4 SETTINGS MAIN MENU ........................................................................................................................................29
7.3.5 DEVICE MAIN MENU ............................................................................................................................................. 31
7.3.6 HELP MAIN MENU .................................................................................................................................................32
7.3.7 SELECTED INPUT ..................................................................................................................................................32
7.3.8 CHANNEL MAP ......................................................................................................................................................32
7.3.9 SELECT CHANNEL ................................................................................................................................................. 33
7.3.10 FILTER SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................................................33
7.3.11 SET DISTANCE AND DELAY ................................................................................................................................35
7.3.12 PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER ...................................................................................................................................38
7.3.13 OUTPUT LEVEL ...................................................................................................................................................... 39
7.3.14 MEMORY .................................................................................................................................................................39
7.3.15 STATUS BAR ...........................................................................................................................................................39
8. TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................................................................................................40
8.1 SYNCHRONIZATION WITH A PC .....................................................................................................................................40
8.2 BACKGROUND NOISE .......................................................................................................................................................40
8.3 FIRMWARE UPGRADE .......................................................................................................................................................41
8.3.1 TATRGET MODE UPDATE. ...................................................................................................................................41
8.3.2 RESCUE MODE UPDATE .......................................................................................................................................42
9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................................................................44
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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION / PRECAUTIONS
The bit Nove is a digital signal processor essential to maximize the acoustic performance of a car audio system.
It features a 32-bit DSP processor with 24-bit A/D and D/A converters. It can be interfaced to any OEM system, even on
vehicles equipped with integrated sound processor, since thanks to the de-equalization function, the bit Nove will
deliver a linear signal. It is equipped with 10 input signals, 6 Hi-Level/ Pre In, 1 Aux stereo, 2 digital Tos Link S-PDIF and
provides 9 PRE OUT analog outputs.
Each output channel is provided with: an equalization group graphically adjustable, a 68 steps frequency electronic
crossover and Butterworth or Linkwitz-Riley type filters with slopes from 6 to 24 dB / Oct and a time-delay line.
The bit Nove also features preset configurations which can be selected by the user via the remote control device DRC AB.
WARNING: 1.ToinstallthesoftwareandconguretheproductitisnecessarytouseaPCwithWindowsVista,Windows7or
Windows 8 operating system, minimum 2 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM and a graphic card with a minimum resolution
of 1024 x 600 pixel and 512 MB hard disk memory available or more.
2. Read this manual carefully before connecting the product. Failure to comply with the instructions herein may cause
damage to the bit Nove or the car audio system speakers.
2. PACKAGE CONTENTS
- bit Nove
- Multipolar cable, Inputs:
- Multipolar cable, Power:
- 1.8 m USB cable:
- 4 4.2 x 50 mm self-tapping, cross head mounting screws:
- CD ROM containing:
bit Nove Software
This owner’s manual (.pdf)
Audio Test Tracks
- Quick start guide
- Warranty
OPTIONAL:
- DRC AB + Mounting Kit
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3. BIT NOVE AND DRC INSTALLATION
External Size
199 mm / 7.83 in.
Mounting Size
130 mm / 5.11 in.
How to mount
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34,5 mm / 1.35 in.
106 mm / 4.17 in.
DRC AB (optional)
Installation
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175 mm / 6.9 in.
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36 mm / 1.4 in
63 mm / 2.48 in
12 mm / 0.47 in
Fixing
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4,5 m / 177.17 in
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to DRC
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Bi-adhesive tape
DRC/ACLink cable
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4. CONNECTION PANELS - DESCRIPTION
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LOGO STATUS
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The logo led light indicates the processor status:
- BLUE Logo On: bit Nove is switched on.
- Flashing BLUE Logo: product mode set to Upgrade Mode ON, or product being updated (see section 4.11).
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POWER and CONTROL CABLE
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The bit Nove is equipped with a 6-pole multipolar connector to manage the power supply and the different
control connections.
200 mm 10 mm
4
Yellow
Black
Red
Blue
Brown
Pink
A
+ BATT
B
- BATT
C
REM IN
REM OUT
SEL OPTICAL 2
SEL MEM D
D
E
F
A) + BATT (11-15 VDC): terminal to connect the power supply positive pole to the bit Nove.
B) – BATT (Ground): terminal to connect the processor’s power supply negative pole. Connect the negative battery
cable or a cable connected to the car’s chassis.
To fix the ground connection (-) correctly use a screw already available on the vehicle’s chassis; remove any paint
or grease residue if necessary, ensuring that there is a continuity between the negative terminal (-) of the battery
and the fixing point. If possible, connect all audio components grounds to the same point as this solution is
necessary to reduce the majority of parasitic noises which may arise during reproduction.
WARNING: observing the polarity of the connection as indicated on the terminals is essential. An incorrect connection may
cause damage to the bit Nove. After switch on, wait at least 10 seconds before turning the processor on.
C) REM IN: terminal to turn on the bit Nove via the Remote Out output of the audio signal source. The applied voltage
must be between 7 and 14.5 VDC. If you are using a source with BTL amplified outputs, the bit Nove can turn on
automatically (see section 7.3.4.6), so you will not need to connect the REM IN terminal.
D) REM OUT: output terminal for the remote turn on of other devices/amplifiers connected to the bit Nove. The processor
takes 2 seconds to provide the REM OUT to the output, but you can manually set this delay with the
software (see section 7.3.4.6). This output has a current capacity of 150 mA and can drive an automotive relay.
E) OPTICAL 2 SELECT: function to select the OPTICAL IN 2 input. This command is enabled by connecting the terminal at + 12V.
F) SEL MEM D: function to enable the manual selection of the processor’s preset D. This command is enabled by connecting
the terminal to ground.
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PRE INPUT
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The bit Nove features 6 Pre IN signal inputs to connect the preamplified signal cables from the analog Master
source. The PC Software provides the ability to customize the inputs by assigning the desired input (see 7.2.5).
Adjustable sensitivity from 1.2 to 8 V RMS (see 4.8). The cable provided to be connected to the source Pre Out outputs
must be wired with RCA connectors, or replaced with an optional input cable.
200 mm 10 mm
RCA CABLE ADAPTER
(NOT SUPPLIED)
12: white IN1+
6: white/black IN1-
11: gray IN2+
5: gray/black IN2-
10: green IN3+
4: green/black IN3-
9: violet IN4+
3: violet/black IN4-
8: cyan IN5+
2: cyan/black IN5-
7: orange IN6+
1: orange/black IN6-
IN1
IN2
IN3
IN4
IN5
IN6
IN1-
IN1+
IN2-
IN2+
IN3-
IN3+
IN4-
IN4+
IN5-
IN5+
IN6-
IN6+
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SPEAKER INPUT
The bit Nove features 6 SPEAKER IN signal inputs to connect the amplified signal cables from the analog master
source. The PC Software provides the ability to customize the inputs by assigning the desired input (see 7.2.5).
Adjustable sensitivity from 3 to 20 V RMS (see 4.8).
12: white IN1+
6: white/black IN1-
11: gray IN2+
5: gray/black IN2-
10: green IN3+
4: green/black IN3-
9: violet IN4+
3: violet/black IN4-
8: cyan IN5+
2: cyan/black IN5-
7: orange IN6+
1: orange/black IN6-
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OPTICAL IN 1/2: S/PDIF digital inputs
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The bit Nove accepts PCM input signals with a maximum sampling frequency of up to 192 kHz 24 bits, therefore it
is not possible to reproduce DOLBY DIGITAL (AC3) coded multichannel signals from audio/video sources (such as
the audio from a movie on DVD) or DTS (see section 4.2). The selection of these inputs is possible by using the DRC
external control or by activating it through the terminals.
OPTICAL 1. Connect a fiber optical cable with TOSLINK connector.
OPTICAL 2. Connect a fiber optical cable with TOSLINK connector.
Remark: during the fiber optical cables wiring, the minimum curve radius should be 40 mm.
A bending above this value will cause the cable to break and the consequent interruption of the digital signal.
AUX: low-level auxiliary STEREO input
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For RCA cables coming from additional analog signal sources. Adjustable sensitivity from 0.2 to 4.2 V RMS (point 8).
PRE OUT: low-level analog signal (4 Volts RMS)
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Ch1 - Ch2 - Ch3 - Ch4 - Ch5 - Ch6 - Ch7 - Ch8 - Ch9. For RCA cables directed to the system amplifiers (see 5.4).
WARNING: by default, the bit Nove outputs are customized as described in (see 5.4). Therefore, before connecting
theamplierstothebitNove,checktheoutputscongurationorperformanewcongurationdependingon
your audio system.
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INPUT LEVEL:
A
B
A. CLIP: input clipping indicator (see 7.2.6). The led light on indicates the presence of clipping on the selected input.
B. IN level: input signal level controls. Turning the sliders anti-clockwise the input sensitivity decreases, turning them clockwise
it increases. This adjustment is important for obtaining a good noise/signal ratio and optimizing your audio system.
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DRC: connection socket for the DRC (DRC MP optional) to set up the most important functions of the processor.
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USB: USB (B type) connection socket to connect the processor to a PC and manage the functions through the bit Nove
software.
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UPGRADE MODE: the switch to ON position enables the update of the product in RESCUE MODE (see 8.3.1).
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ASC-C: socket not enabled, to be used for future applications.
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5. CONNECTIONS
5.1 POWER SUPPLY AND REMOTE TURN ON
POWER
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GROUND
Yellow
Black
Red
Blue
Brown
Pink
Fuse Holder
suggested fuse
3A Delayed
(Not supplied)
REM OUT to Amplifier REMOTE IN
+12V
Battery
REM IN from HEAD UNIT
OPTICAL 2 SEL
MEM D SEL
Ground
Ground
+ 12 V
Ground
Turn bit Nove on and off
bit Nove is on when the logo is lit blue. It can be turned on/off using the following methods:
1. By pressing on the main DRC SRC key. By holding down the DRC SRC key (OFF).
In this case, no other Remote In connections are needed, but they can co-exist.
2. By connecting the REMOTE IN terminal with a Remote Out signal coming from an after market audio source.
3. Through the Hi Level MASTER (IN 1 - IN 2) input. The AUTO TURN ON (ART) function is activated by connecting
the output of an amplified source to the INPUT IN 1 - IN 2 input channel. This function can be enabled/disabled
using the bit Nove PC software (see sec. 7.3.4.6).
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5.2 INPUT SIGNALS
1. HI-LEVEL INPUTS FRONT + REAR
PCSoftwareconguration (see sec. 7.2.5)
Hi-Level Speaker Output
Front Left +
Front Left Front Right +
Front Right Rear Left +
Rear Left Rear Right +
Rear Right -
IN 1 +
IN 1 IN 2 +
IN 2 IN 3 +
IN 3 IN 4 +
IN 4 -
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Input sensitivity
3 ÷ 20 VRMS
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HEAD UNIT
2. HI-LEVEL INPUTS TWO WAY FRONT + REAR
PCSoftwareconguration (see sec. 7.2.5)
HEAD UNIT
Hi-Level Speaker Output
Front Left TW +
Front Left TW Front Right TW +
Front Right TW Front Left WF +
Front Left WF Front Right WF +
Front Right WF -
Rear Left +
Rear Left Rear Right +
Rear Right -
IN 1 +
IN 1 IN 2 +
IN 2 IN 3 +
IN 3 IN 4 +
IN 4 -
IN 5 +
IN 5 IN 6 +
IN 6 -
Input sensitivity
3 ÷ 20 VRMS
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3. HI-LEVEL INPUTS THREE WAY FRONT + REAR
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PCSoftwareconguration (see sec. 7.2.5)
Front Left TW +
Front Left TW Front Right TW +
Front Right TW Front Left Mid +
Front Left Mid Front Right Mid +
Front Right Mid Front Left WF +
Front Left WF Front Right WF +
Front Right WF Rear Left +
Rear Left Rear Right +
Rear Right -
HEAD UNIT
Hi-Level Speaker Output
4. HI-LEVEL INPUTS TWO WAY FRONT + REAR + CENTER + SUB
SPM 4
IN 3 +
IN 3 IN 4 +
IN 4 IN 5 +
IN 5 IN 6 +
IN 6 -
IN 1 +
IN 1 IN 2 +
IN 2 -
Input sensitivity
3 ÷ 20 VRMS
PCSoftwareconguration (see sec. 7.2.5)
HEAD UNIT
Front Left TW +
Front Left TW Front Right TW +
Front Right TW Front Left WF +
Front Left WF Front Right WF +
Front Right WF -
Rear Left +
Rear Left Rear Right +
Rear Right Center +
Center Sub +
Sub -
Hi-Level Speaker Output
SPM 4
IN 3 +
IN 3 IN 4 +
IN 4 IN 5 +
IN 5 IN 6 +
IN 6 -
IN 1 +
IN 1 IN 2 +
IN 2 -
Input sensitivity
3 ÷ 20 VRMS
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5. HI-LEVEL INPUTS FRONT + REAR + CENTER + SUB
PCSoftwareconguration (see sec. 7.2.5)
HEAD UNIT
Front Left TW + IN 1 +
Front Left TW - IN 1 Front Right TW + IN 2 +
Front Right TW - IN 2 Front Left WF +
Front Left WF Front Right WF +
Front Right WF -
Rear Left +
Rear Left Rear Right +
Rear Right -
Hi-Level Speaker Output
IN 3 +
IN 3 IN 4 +
IN 4 -
IN 5 +
IN 5 IN 6 +
IN 6 -
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Input sensitivity
3 ÷ 20 VRMS
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6. PRE INPUTS FRONT + REAR
PCSoftwareconguration (see sec. 7.2.5)
HEAD UNIT
*
Input sensitivity
1.2 ÷ 8 VRMS
Front Left IN 1
Front Right
Rear Left
Rear Right
PRE OUT
IN 2
IN 3
IN 4
*When using the Master-Pre inputs disable, via PC software, the ART function
(Auto Remote Turn-On),
see section 7.3.4.6.
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7. PRE INPUTS TWO WAY FRONT + CENTER + SUB
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PCSoftwareconguration (see sec. 7.2.5)
HEAD UNIT
8. PRE INPUTS FRONT + REAR + CENTER + SUB
*
Front Left TW + IN 1
Front Left TW - IN 2
Front Left WF + IN 3
Front Left WF - IN 4
Center IN 5
Subwoofer IN 6
PRE OUT
Input sensitivity
1.2 ÷ 8 VRMS
*When using the Master-Pre inputs disable, via PC software, the ART function
(Auto Remote Turn-On),
see section 7.3.4.6.
PCSoftwareconguration (see sec. 7.2.5)
HEAD UNIT
*
Front Left IN 1
Front Right IN 2
Rear Left IN 3
Rear Right IN 4
Center IN 5
Subwoofer IN 6
PRE OUT
Input sensitivity
1.2 ÷ 8 VRMS
*When using the Master-Pre inputs disable, via PC software, the ART function
(Auto Remote Turn-On),
see section 7.3.4.6.
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9. AUX, ANALOG STEREO SIGNAL
Input sensitivity
0.2 ÷ 4 VRMS
Auxiliary
Stereo
Source
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5.3 DIGITAL OPTICAL INPUT SIGNALS
DRC AB (optional)
bit Play HD
OPTICAL
OUT
Optical cable
(not supplied)
TOSLINK
CONNECTOR
Optical cable
(not supplied)
bit DMI
OPTICAL
OUT
REM OUT
to
OPTICAL
2 SEL
WARNING: the digital input accepts up to 192 kHz / 24 bit stereo PCM signals. So DOLBY DIGITAL (AC3)
multi-channel signals coming from audio/video sources (such as the audio of a film in DVD) or DTS can
not be reproduced. The output of these devices will therefore have to be set in STEREO mode for the
signal to be reproduced.
How to select OPTICAL input:
1. Using the DRC, selecting the OPTICAL 1/2 input.
2. Using the OPTICAL 2 SEL terminal to select the OPTICAL 2 INPUT.
This command is activated by connecting the terminal to + 12V.
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