Audison Bit One HD operation manual

USER’S MANUAL
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Index

1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................................................................... 3

2. PACKAGING CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................................................... 3

3. bit One HD AND DRC MP INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................ 4

4. CONNECTION PANELS - DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................... 5

4.1 INPUT SIGNALS ................................................................................................................................................................... 5
4.2 OUTPUT SIGNALS ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
4.3 INPUTS - REMOTE CONTROL OUTPUTS AND POWER SUPPLY .............................................................................. 8
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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The bit One HD is a digital signal processor developed to obtain outstanding performance from car audio systems.
The main features include 2 optical SP/DIF inputs, 12 analog inputs, 13 digital outputs and Hi-Res 24bit/96kHz internal signal processing which, along with many other functions make it a powerful and versatile product, ready for future evolutions.
To this end, several hardware updates have already been planned. These updates will enable the product to adapt to future technological innovations, providing the ability of interfacing with OEM systems which, at the time of the product conception, were merely hypothetical.
The all-round software and the endless dedication of the R&D team, aimed at improving and updating the product, make the bit One HD the reference device on the market, keeping its leadership for many years to come and rewarding the user with the quality of its sound and with a long-lasting investment.
2. PACKAGING CONTENTS
- bit One HD - Signal Interface Processor
- DRC MP (Digital Remote Control) Control Panel
- Multipolar cable, Speakers Input:
- Multipolar cable, Controls
- RVA cable 4.5 m
- Jack/RCA Stereo Adapter
- N.2 x 5.0 m / 196,85” AC Link (RJ-12) cable
- N.2 x 5.0 m / 196,85” AD Link (LAN class 5S - RJ45) cable
- 1.8 m/ 70,8661” USB cable:
- N. 4 4,2 x 32 mm self-tapping, cross-head xing screws
- 4.5 m / 177,16” DRC / AC Link cable
- N. DRC MP holder Kit.
- CD ROM including:
Software bit One HD This Advanced Manual (.pdf format) Audio test tracks
- DVD comprising: Test tracks encoded with Dolby Digital 5.1
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- Quick Start Guide bit One HD
- Quick Start Guide DRC MP
- Warranty
WARNING: a PC provided with Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8, operating system, 1.5 GHz
minimum processor speed and 1 GB RAM minimum memory, is required to install the software and setup the bit One HD.
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3. bit One HD AND DRC MP INSTALLATION
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External dimensions
233 mm / 9.17 in
148 mm / 5.82 in
DRC MP:
124 mm / 0.94 in
Fixing instructions
Mounting dimensions
209 mm / 8.22 in
4,2 mm x 32 mm
1.7 in
43,6 mm
Light sensor
87 mm / 3.45 in
How to install the DRC MP
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92 mm / 3.62 in
41 mm / 1.61 in
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36 mm / 1.41 in
11 mm / 0.43 in
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To release the DRC MP from its holder, use a flat-blade screwdriver for leverage
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as shown in the picture.
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WARNING do not use aggressive cleaning
agents or abrasive cloth to clean the display. Simply use a soft cotton cloth lightly damped with water.
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4. CONNECTION PANELS - DESCRIPTION
4.1 INPUT SIGNALS
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1. SPEAKERS IN hi-level MASTER input (see section 5.5) Ch1 - Ch2 - Ch3 - Ch4 - Ch5 - Ch6 - Ch7 - Ch8 - Ch9 - Ch10 - Ch11 - Ch12
HI LEVEL MASTER inputs to connect the amplied signal wires coming from the main analog
source. Input sensitivity automatically adjustable from 2 to 15 V RMS (see sec. 7.4.3). Channels Ch1 - Ch2 feature the AUTO TURN ON (ART) function through the connection with the source speakers outputs. This function can be excluded using the PC software (see section 7.4.1). The input signals are interfaced to the bit One HD via wiring with a multi-pin 24 poles connector as described below.
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FRONT VIEW
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
200 mm / 7.87 in.
Wire Size: AWG
10 mm / 0.39 in.
MASTER INPUTS
1: white IN1+ 13: gray IN1- 2: white IN2+ 14: gray IN2- 3: white IN3+ 15: gray IN3- 4: white IN4+ 16: gray IN4- 5: white IN5+ 17: gray IN5- 6: white IN6+ 18: gray IN6- 7: white IN7+ 19: gray IN7- 8: white IN8+ 20: gray IN8- 9: white IN9+ 21: gray IN9- 10: white IN10+ 22: gray IN10- 11: white IN11+ 23: gray IN11- 12: white IN12+ 24: gray IN12-
Remark: when connecting a speaker input cable, use Faston crimp terminals.
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2. PRE IN low-level MASTER inputs (see section 5.4.1) Ch1 - Ch2 - Ch3 - Ch4 - Ch5 - Ch6 To connect RCA cables coming from the main analog signal source.
If these inputs are used, the MASTER SPEAKER IN inputs can not be used.
3. AUX auxiliary low-level STEREO inputs (see section 5.4.2) To connect the RCA cables coming from additional analog signal sources.
4. OPTICAL IN digital inputs (see section 5.6) Bit One HD accepts input PCM signals up to 192 kHz / 24 bit sampling frequency rate. So DOLBY DIGITAL
(AC3) multi-channel signals coming from audio/video sources (such as the audio of a lm in DVD) or DTS
can not be reproduced. These inputs can be selected using the external DRC control or activated using the terminals (see section. 4.3.4).
OPTICAL 1. Connect an optical ber cable with TOSLINK connector OPTICAL 2. Connect an optical ber cable with TOSLINK connector
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Remark: when performing the installation of ber optic cables, the minimum bending radius should be 40 mm.
A bending with higher radius value may cause the cable to break and the consequent disruption of the digital signal.
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4.2 OUTPUT SIGNALS
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1. PRE OUT low-level analog signal (4 Volt RMS) (see section 5.7.2) Ch1 - Ch2 - Ch3 - Ch4 - Ch5 - Ch6 - Ch7 - Ch8 - Ch9 - Ch10 - Ch11 - Ch12 - Ch13
To connect the RCA cables going to the system’s ampliers.
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2. AD Link - OUT digital signal (see section 5.7.1) S/PDIF standard digital signal (Ch1÷Ch13) to connect ampliers provided with the specic AD Link input.
AD LINK 1: S/PDIF standard digital signal (Ch1÷Ch8) to connect ampliers provided with the specic AD Link input
AD LINK 2: S/PDIF standard digital signal (Ch9÷Ch13) to connect ampliers provided with the specic AD Link input
3. AC Link: Connection socket to control the ampliers provided with AC Link connection (see section 5.7.1).
AC LINK 1: Connection socket to control the ampliers (Ch1÷Ch8) provided with AC Link connection.
AC LINK 2: Connection socket to control the ampliers (Ch9÷Ch13) provided with AC Link connection.
Remark: the Remote Out signal is available on the AC LINK 1 / AC LINK 2 connection plugs and is active to the
ampliers supporting this function (Audison AV ampliers with AV bit IN input).
4. RVA (Remote Volume Aux): control signal output to connect to the master source AUX input, to enable the
AIS - Auto Input Switch” function. (see 5.4.3 - 5.6.1; 8.3.5).
Included
4500 mm / 177.17 in.
RCA / Jack
stereo Adapter
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4.3 INPUTS - REMOTE CONTROL OUTPUTS AND POWER SUPPLY
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1. POWER SUPPLY / REMOTE IN-OUT (see section 5.1) +BATT 12V: positive connection terminal for car 12V power supply
-BATT: negative connection terminal for car 12V power supply.
WARNING: make sure the connection polarity is as indicated on the terminals. A misconnection may result in
damage to the bit One HD. After applying a 12V power, wait at least 10 seconds before turning the bit One HD on.
REMOTE IN: for the processor remote turn-on through one or multiple signal sources, featuring Rem Out control.
WARNING: the
to connect the sources Remote Out to the
Remote In of the other devices/ampliers connected to the
bit One HD
must be switched on before the ampliers connected are turned on. It is necessary
bit One HD
Remote In and then the
bit One HD
(section 5.1)
bit One HD
Remote Out to the
REMOTE OUT: for the remote turn-on of the other devices/ampliers connected to the processor.
The REMOTE OUT output has a current capability of 130 mA (it can also drive an automotive relay). The processor only takes 7 seconds to supply the REM OUT to the output after turn on
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Remark: the Remote Out signal is available on the AC LINK 1 / AC LINK 2 connection plugs and is active to the
ampliers supporting this function (Audison AV ampliers with AV bit IN input).
2. DRC MP: connection plug for the DRC MP (Digital Remote Control), to control the processor’s functions
3. OEM INTERFACE: terminals for future use.
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4. CONTROLS: terminals to activate and control input audio signals.
- OVERALL PRESET: selection of a bit One HD memory previously saved via PC software (see section 8.4). This
function is activated by connecting the terminal to + 12V.
- OPTICAL 1 SELECT: selection of the OPTICAL 1 input. This function is activated by connecting the terminal to + 12V.
- OPTICAL 2 SELECT: selection of the OPTICAL 2 input. This function is activated by connecting the terminal to + 12V.
- AUX SELECT: selection of the AUX. This function is activated by connecting the terminal to + 12V.
The control signals are interfaced to the bit One HD via wiring with a multi-pin 4 poles connector as described below.
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2
MASTER INPUTS
1: brown OVERALL PRESET 2: pink OPTICAL 1 SEL
200 mm / 7.87 in.
10 mm / 0.39 in.
3: pink/black OPTICAL 2 SEL 4: orange AUX SEL
5. CNK: terminals for future use.
6. LCK: terminals for future use.
7. USB (section 5.3)
USB connection plug (Female type micro), to connect the processor to a PC and manage its functions through the bit One HD software. The standard connection is USB 1.1/2.0/3.0 compatible.
8. UPDATE MODE: Switch ON enables the update in RESCUE MODE (section 9.4) and the bit One HD logo
will start flashing.
9. FUSE: Blade 2A protection fuse. When needing to replace the fuse, only use the same type and value as the original.
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5. CONNECTIONS
5.1 POWER SUPPLY AND REMOTE TURN ON
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POWER SUPPLY
FUSE HOLDER
Not provided
suggested fuse
2A delayed
Ground
WARNING: to power the bit One HD,
12V
Battery
Remote in
Remote out
Ground
AMPLIFIERS
REMOTE TURN ON
Remote out
Remote in
use 1 mm2 (16 AWG) min. cables
5.2 HOW TO TURN THE bit One HD ON/OFF
The bit One HD is on when the Audison logo lights up in blue. After receiving the turn on input the bit One HD takes 6 seconds to start working. It can be turned on / off in the following ways:
1. Through the DRC MP main control switch (to turn on). Keep the DRC MP main control knob pressed (to shut down). In this case no other Remote In connections are required, but they can coexist (see section 5.1).
2. By connecting the REMOTE IN terminal with a Remote Out signal coming from an after-market audio source.
3. Through the SPEAKER IN CH1-CH2. The AUTO TURN ON (ART) is activated by connecting the amplied
head unit output to the SPEAKER IN CH1-CH2 input channel. This function can be enabled/disabled using the bit One HD PC software (see section 7.4.1).
5.3 PERSONAL COMPUTER and DIGITAL REMOTE CONTROL (DRC MP)
HOW TO CONNECT THE DRC MP
USB INPUT
USB cable
(powered)
DRC IN
DRC / AC Link cable (4,5 m / 177.16”)
DRC/ACLink cable (provied)
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5.4 LOW-LEVEL AND DIGITAL INPUT SIGNALS
5.4.1. PRE IN - Ch1/Ch6 analog STEREO signal
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AFTER MARKET HEAD UNIT
SD
MAX 6 PRE OUT
FRONT LEFT FRONT RIGHT REAR LEFT REAR RIGHT CENTER SUB
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Bottom Side
Selection of the MASTER PRE IN input
1. Through the DRC MP, selecting the MASTER input.
2. Through the MASTER input, using the bit One HD PC software
3. Through the MASTER input, using the bit One HD PC software.
Auxiliary Stereo
5.4.2. AUX - Left/Right - analog STEREO signal
Preamplier Source
Selection of the AUX IN input
1. Through the DRC MP, selecting the AUX input.
2. Through the AUX SEL terminal (see section 4.3.4). This control is
enabled by connecting the terminal at + 12V.
3. Through the bit One HD PC software, selecting the AUX input.
4. Through the selection of the AUX input from the OEM source, using the “Auto Input Switch” function, via
the bit One HD PC software (see section 5.4.3 - 7.3.8 - 7.4.8).
5.4.3. "AUTO INPUT SWITCH” AUX SIGNAL
Activate the ”AUTO INPUT SWITCH” function on the AUX input via PC software to enable the bit One HD AUX input, each time the source AUX input is activated. When using this function the bit One HD volume can be controlled through the source volume (see section 7.3.8 - 7.4.8; 8.3.5).
Remark: when activating the “Auto Input Switch” function, the DRC/PC Software can no longer be used for the switch of the audio system inputs. The switch can be enabled through the audio system source, selecting the AUX or Master input. When the “AIS - Auto Input Switch” function is active and a bit Play HD is connected to the system along
with Full DA ampliers (AD LINK - AC LINK) the DRC MP will be disabled and will display the following: “DRC DISABLED”.
bit One HD Front panel
bit One HD Rear panel
Auxiliary stereo
preamplier
Source
Connect the bit One HD AUX input to the audio source and the processor’s RVA input to the Master source AUX input (Head Unit)
OEM HEAD UNIT
SD
FRONT
REAR
Left
AUX IN
Right
CENTER
SUB
HI LEVELS OUTPUT
TO AUX IN HEAD UNIT
AFTER MARKET HEAD UNIT
SD
FRONT
REAR
Left
AUX IN
Right
SUB
CENTER
TO AUX IN HEAD UNIT
PRE IN
bit One HD Front panel
bit One HD Rear panel
Auxiliary stereo
preamplier
Source
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5.5 HIGH-LEVEL INPUT SIGNALS
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5.5.1. SPEAKER IN Hi-level MULTICHANNEL (max 12 CHANNELS)
OEM HEAD UNIT
OEM AMPLIFIER
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CH1-CH2: Auto Turn On System (ART) (see section 7.4.1)
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MAX 12 CHANNELS INPUT
MASTER SPEAKER IN input selection
1. Through the DRC MP, selecting the MASTER input.
2. Through the MASTER input, using the bit One HD PC software.
5.6 OPTICAL 1/OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL INPUT SIGNALS
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WARNING: the digital inputs accept 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 lm in DVD) or DTS can
not be reproduced. The output of these devices will therefore be set in STEREO mode for the signal to be reproduced.
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Remark: when performing the installation of ber optic cables, the minimum bending radius should be 40 mm.
A bending with higher radius value may cause the cable to break and the consequent disruption of the digital signal.
OPTICAL 1/OPTICAL 2 inputs selection
1. Through the DRC MP, selecting the OPTICAL 1 / OPTICAL 2 input.
2. Through the OPTICAL 1 SEL / OPTICAL 2 SEL terminal properly set up (see section 4.3.4).
This control is activated by connecting the terminal at + 12V.
3. Through the selection of the OPTICAL 1/ OPTICAL 2 input via the bit One HD PC software.
4. Through the selection of the OPTICAL 1/ OPTICAL 2 input on the OEM source, using the “Auto Input Switch” function, via the bit One HD PC software (see section 5.6.1 - 7.3.8 - 7.4.8).
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5.6.1. “AUTO INPUT SWITCH” OPTICAL 1 / OPTICAL 2 SIGNALS.
Activate the ”AUTO INPUT SWITCH” function on the OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2 input via PC software to enable the bit One HD OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2 input, each time the source AUX input is activated. When using this function
the bit One HD volume can be controlled through the source volume (see section 7.3.8 - 7.4.8; 8.3.5).
Connect the bit One HD OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2 input to the audio source and the processor’s RVA input to the Master source AUX input (Head Unit).
WARNING: the “Auto Input Switch” function activation, and the subsequent selection of the auxiliary input to be used,
may cause the loss of the other two auxiliary inputs not selected.
Remark: when activating the “Auto Input Switch” function, the DRC/PC Software can no longer be used for the switch of the audio system inputs. The switch can be enabled through the audio system source, selecting the AUX or Master input. When the “AIS - Auto Input Switch” function is active and a bit Play HD is connected to the system along with
Full DA ampliers (AD LINK - AC LINK) the DRC MP will be disabled and will display the following: “DRC DISABLED”.
75 Ohm Video Cable
OEM HEAD UNIT
Video IN
bit One HD Front panel
SD
FRONT
AFTER MARKET HEAD UNIT
SD
FRONT
REAR
Left
AUX IN
Right
CENTER
SUB
HI LEVELS OUTPUT
Video IN
Left
AUX IN
Right
CENTER
TO AUX IN HEAD UNIT
TOSLINK
Connector
75 Ohm Video Cable
TO AUX IN HEAD UNIT
bit One HD Rear panel
bit One HD Front panel
bit One HD Rear panel
REAR
SUB
TOSLINK
Connector
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5.7 OUTPUT SIGNALS
AD LINK-OUT / AC LINK
5.7.1. OUTPUT TO AN AMPLIFIERS SYSTEM PROVIDED WITH AD LINK
AND AC LINK CONNECTION (THESIS TH / AV AMPLIFIERS)
(see section 7.3.12 - 7.4.12 - 7.5.5)
CH1÷CH8 CH9÷CH13
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Top Side
Remark: the output channels are 13
in total. The sum of the channels of
the ampliers connected must not
exceed 13. To increase the number of channels, however, the same function (AMP ID) can be assigned to more
than one amplier.
AD LINK 1
AD LINK 2
CH A: 1-2
CH A: 1-2
CH A
ON TH
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OVL SPK
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CH A
ON TH
234
OVLS PK
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FRONT
CH B: 3-4
LEVELS
(0.3 - 5V)
AV quattro
CH B
234
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MENU DOWN ENTERUP
CH B: 3-4
LEVELS
(0.3 - 5V)
CH B
CH C
234
234
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15
REAR
MENU DOWN ENTERUP
AV bit IN
AV 5.1k
AV bit IN
CH C: 5
ON TH
OVL SPK
CH A: 5-6
CH A
234
15
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LEVELS
(0.3 - 5V)
AV quattro
CH B
234
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MENU DOWN ENTERUP
CH B: 7-8
AV bit IN
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5.7.2. OUTPUT TO AN AMPLIFIERS SYSTEM WITH PRE INPUT
CH9 ÷ CH12CH5 ÷ CH8CH1 ÷ CH4 CH13
5.7.3. OUTPUT TO AN AMPLIFIERS SYSTEM PROVIDED WITH AD LINK AND AC LINK CONNECTIONS
(THESIS TH) AND AMPLIFIERS PROVIDED WITH PRE INPUT (see section 7.3.12 - 7.4.12 - 7.5.5).
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CH1÷CH4
AV Amplier
CH5÷CH8 CH9÷CH13
Remark: the output channels are 13 in total.
The sum of the analog and digital outputs (AD Link) must not exceed the number of available channels.
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6. bit One HD SOFTWARE AND DRIVERS - INSTALLATION GUIDE
6.1 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE
1. Insert the “bit One HD Setup CD” into the CD-Player of the PC you are going to use
2. Windows XP: select “My Computer” from the Windows START menu;
Windows Vista: select “Computer” from the Windows START menu; Windows 7: select “Computer” from the Windows START menu; Windows 8/10: click on the DESKTOP icon;
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3. Windows XP: right-click your mouse on the “bit One HD Setup CD ” icon and select “Explore";
Windows Vista: right-click your mouse on the “bit One HD Setup CD ” icon and select “Explore"; Windows 7: right-click your mouse on “bit One HD Setup CD ” and select “Open”; Windows 8/10: double click on the Computer icon.
Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8/10
4. Windows XP: double click on the “setup” icon;
Windows Vista: double click on the “setup” icon; Windows 7: double click on the “setup” icon; Windows 8/10: select the CD ROM drive and double click on setup icon.
Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8/10
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5. Windows XP: select NEXT to go on with the installation, CANCEL to interrupt it;
Windows Vista: select NEXT to go on with the installation, CANCEL to interrupt it; Windows 7: select NEXT to go on with the installation, CANCEL to interrupt it; Windows 8/10: select NEXT to go on with the installation, CANCEL to interrupt it
6. Windows XP: select I Agree and then NEXT;
Windows Vista: select I Agree and then NEXT; Windows 7: select I Agree and then NEXT; Windows 8/10: select I Agree and then NEXT;
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7. Windows XP: select
- Everyone if you have the system administrator privileges, so, once installed, the program can be used by anyone who uses that PC;
- Just me if you want that, once installed, the program can only be used by yourself as single system user. Then select NEXT;
Windows Vista: select
- Everyone if you have the system administrator privileges, so, once installed, the program can be
used by anyone who uses that PC;
- Just me if you want that, once installed, the program can only be used by yourself as single system user. Then select NEXT;
Windows 7: select
- Everyone if you have the system administrator privileges, so, once installed, the program can be
used by anyone who uses that PC;
- Just me if you want that, once installed, the program can only be used by yourself as single system user. Then select NEXT;
Windows 8: select
- Everyone if you have the system administrator privileges, so, once installed, the program can be
used by anyone who uses that PC;
- Just me if you want that, once installed, the program can only be used by yourself as single system user. Then select NEXT;
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8. Windows XP: go on and complete the installation procedure, then select CLOSE to exit the installation;
Windows Vista: go on and complete the installation procedure, then select CLOSE to exit the installation; Windows 7: go on and complete the installation procedure, then select CLOSE to exit the installation; Windows 8/10: go on and complete the installation procedure, then select CLOSE to exit the installation;
9. The bit One HD PC software is now installed in your system.
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6.2 DRIVERS INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR WINDOWS XP, VISTA, 7/8/10
1. Turn the bit One HD on.
2. Connect the USB cable located on the appropriate connector on the bit One HD to the USB available on the PC.
WARNING: when connecting a laptop PC via USB cable to the bit One HD while the device is turned on, the laptop has
to work with its own battery, keeping it disconnected from the mains adapter (external power supply). Once the connection between the laptop PC and the bit One HD is established, you can immediately connect the computer, if necessary, through the mains adapter.
3. Windows XP: the PC will recognize the bit One HD interface and will automatically install the driver;
Windows XP Windows XP
Windows Vista: the PC will recognize the bit One HD interface and will automatically install the driver;
Windows Vista Windows Vista
Windows 7/8/10: the PC will recognize the bit One HD interface and will automatically install the driver;
Windows 7/8/10 Windows 7/8/10
4. The peripheral device has been installed correctly and is ready for use.
Remark: the bit One HD uses HID drivers already integrated in Windows. For this reason, they are not included in
the CD and will always install automatically.
6.3 bit One HD SOFTWARE UNINSTALL
To uninstall the bit One HD PC software you can use the link listed on the menu:
Start / All Programs / bit One HD / uninstall
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