Phoenix Gold DSP8.8 User Manual

DSP8.8 Manual

Digital Signal Processor

FEATURES

● 8-channel high level inputs with signal sense turn on and load resistors

● 6-channel low level inputs

● Aux input (3.5mm, high level for external NAVI/hands-free)

● USB input for uncompressed hi-res audio from iOS/Android smart devices/thumb drives up to 24bit/192kHz

● Wi-Fi input for wireless connectivity and uncompressed hi-res audio streaming up to 24bit/192kHz

● Toslink optical hi-res audio input up to 24bit/192kHz

● 8-channel 5 volt low level outputs

● Real time DSP tuning via DSP8.8 congurator app for iOS, Android, Mac and Windows PC

● 240 bands of 1/3 octave parametric EQ adjustment (30 bands per channel)

● DRC Included (Dash Mount Remote Control): multi-function remote for source select, volume, sub level, 6 selectable presets, and custom illumination

● DSP8.8 RC remote control app for iOS and Android phones/tablets for source select, volume, sub level, and 6 selectable presets

● Dimensions (WxHxD): 7.5” x 2” x 7.75” 190.5 x 51 x 197mm

DSP8.8 Set Manual

Table of Contents DSP8.8 Product Overview DSP8.8

1. Product Overview

2. General Safety Instructions

3. Box Contents

4. DSP Features

5. Technical Specications

6. Technical Data

7. Device Connections

8. Connecting Wi-Fi module/PC/iOS and Android Devices

9. Connecting Analog Sources

10. Connecting Digital Sources

11. Installing Software and Apps

12. Windows Installation for XP, 7, 8, 10

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The DSP8.8 is a very sophisticated digital signal processor, that has been engineered to enhance the acoustical performance of your audio system to its maximum capabilities. Zero compromises were made to ensure that only the highest quality components were used to make such a technologically advanced product. The heart of this high-resolution audio processor starts with a very powerful 64-bit DSP processor chip, supported by high quality 24-bit AD & DA converters. System versatility can be optimized through utilization of the 5 available audio source inputs. Lastly, what makes the DSP8.8 transcend above all other automotive DSPs is that the DSP8.8 is the WORLD’S FIRST Wi-Fi streaming DSP for any device using iOS, Android, Mac or Windows PC. This allows users full access of the most ergonomic, user friendly setup/ tuning interface to date that makes tuning the DSP8.8 a very simple and precise process no matter if you’re using a computer running on Windows PC, Mac OS, tablets or smartphones running on iOS, or Android operating systems.

General Safety Instructions

Before starting installation of the DSP8.8, disconnect the vehicle’s negative battery terminal to prevent damage to the unit, or possible re and/or risk of injury. For the best performance and to ensure full warranty coverage, we highly recommend getting this product installed by an authorized PHOENIX GOLD dealer. Please only use the enclosed specied harnesses for proper installation of the DSP8.8. The use of other harnesses could result in permanent unwarrantable damage of the processor, and/or the source and connected high quality audio equipment. Mount the DSP8.8 using the supplied mounting screws to a very solid, well-ventilated area in the vehicle that allows proper cooling and is free of moisture and vibration.

Box Contents:

• 1- DSP8.8 Processor

13. Mac App Installation

14. Establishing a Connection

15. Conguration Screen

16. Using the Conguration Screen

17. DRC Functions

718. DSP RC App

19. Troubleshooting

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• 1- DRC/Wi-Fi module (Dash Remote Control)

• 1- Power Harness (4-pin)

• 1- High Level Input Harness (16-pin)

• 1- Aux Input Harness (6-pin)

• 1- Micro-USB Cable 5m (Wi-Fi to DSP)

• 1- RJ11 Remote Control Cable 5m (RJ11)

• 4 - Mounting Screws

• Quick Start Guide

DSP8.8 Set Manual

DSP Features DSP8.8 Technical Specications DSP8.8

INPUTS

6 RCA preamp inputs 8 High level inputs w/ load resistors 1 Stereo aux input 3.5mm jack 1 Telephone/navigation input 1 Micro-USB input 1 SPDIF optical input

Wi-Fi Functionality

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Module built into the DRC Real time DSP conguration over Wi-Fi with smart device app for iOS and Android Real time DSP conguration over Wi-Fi with Mac OS software Real time DSP conguration over Wi-Fi with Windows PC software Audio streaming from Mac OS using Airplay Audio streaming from iOS using Airplay* Audio streaming from Android devices using casting apps that UPnP/DLNA formats*

*Hi-Resolution audio streaming apps required for 24-bit/92-196kHz audio les

Micro-USB

Real time DSP conguration through Windows PC software Uncompressed hi-res audio streaming from Windows PC Uncompressed hi-res audio streaming from iOS device with iOS Camera Connection Kit Uncompressed hi-res audio streaming from Android device with OTG adapter

APP/Software Features

30 band parametric equalizer per channel Selectable crossovers: High/Low/Band-Pass slopes 0 – 30dB, Butterworth/Bessel/Linkwitz Riley Time delay: automatic or manual setup 0 to 5 meters or 14.6ms adjustable in 0.01ms steps Large setup overview page for fast check of current system settings DSP conguration les can be saved, imported, exported, copied and reloaded Autoremote for customizable thresholds and timing for system on and off Input Vu Meters for RCA and high level sources Software controllable analog attenuation on preamp and high level inputs Customizable name/alias on each preset and output channel DRC backlight color customization through app and conguration software

OUTPUTS

8 RCA preamp outputs 1 SPDIF optical output

Analog Devices 64Bit Sigma Digital Signal Processor Chip High Resolution Compatibility up to 24 bit/192kHz Burr Brown High Quality Analog to Digital Convertors Burr Brown High Quality Digital to Analog Convertor Burr Brown High Quality Operational Ampliers Burr Brown High Quality Differential Rectiers WIMA High Quality Polyester Output Capacitors ELNA High Quality RFS SILMIC II Miniature Silk Audio Capacitors Resonance Conversion Power Supply that Supports Start-Stop Vehicles

Technical Data

Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) RCA input: >103 dBA Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) AUX input: >103 dBA Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) Toslink input: >110 dBA Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) USB/Wi-Fi input: >110 dBA Channel separation digital inputs: >95 dBA Channel separation analog inputs: >72 dBA THD digital: 0.003% THD analog: 0.01% Frequency Response: 15 Hz – 25 kHz Input impedance high level: 33 ohm Input voltage high level: max. 20 Vrms Input impedance RCA: >47 ohm Input voltage RCA 0dB Attenuation: max. 4 Vrms Input voltage RCA MAX Attenuation: max. 8 Vrms Output impedance RCA: 50 ohm Output voltage RCA: max. 5 Vrms USB input streaming bitrate: 24bit/192kHz Wi-Fi input streaming bitrate: 24bit/192kHz Toslink input bitrate: 24bit/96kHz Toslink output up-sampling bitrate from analog inputs: 24bit/48kHz Operating voltage: 6.5V - 16V DC Current draw: <400mA Remote output current: max 1.3 A Dimensions: W x H X D 7.5” x 2” x 7.75”

190.5 x 51 x 197mm Weight: 2.15 lbs. 1326 kg

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Device Connections DSP8.8

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1. S/PDIF Toslink optical input

2. S/PDIF Toslink optical output

3. PC input Micro-USB Mac/Windows PC/Android OTG adapter/Apple iOS Camera Connection Kit

4. USB host port (thumb drive or hard drive)

5. DRC remote cable port

6. DRC Wi-Fi USB port

7. AUX input for 3.5mm

8. Status LED (red: error/clipping, green: operating/data, yellow: USB connection)

9. Power supply harness connector

DSP8.8

POWER HARNESS

AUX INPUT HARNESS

HIGH LEVEL INPUT HARNESS (33 ohm load resistors inside DSP8.8 on each input channel)

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1. 8 RCA outputs

2. Aux input for phone/nav

3. 6 RCA inputs

4. 8 High level inputs w/ load resistors

DSP8.8 Set Manual

Connecting Wi-Fi Module/PC/iOS and Android Smart Devices DSP8.8 Connecting Analog Sources DSP8.8

Option 1: Connect DRC/Wi-Fi module with both supplied cables into the DSP8.8 Option 2: Connect a Windows PC to Micro-USB port labeled PC on the DSP8.8 Option 3: Connect an Apple device via Apple’s Camera Connection Kit to Micro-USB port labeled PC on the DSP8.8 (iOS Version 9 or higher needed) Option 4: Connect an Android device via OTG adapter to Micro-USB port labeled PC on the DSP8.8 (Android OS version 5 or higher needed)

The Phoenix Gold DSP8.8 has 5 selectable source inputs. The following inputs are electrically connected internally. Do not try to operate these inputs simultaneously as this may cause audible distortions or inoperability of the processor. Please disable any unused sources.

RCA: (6 inputs) Most commonly used to connect the DSP to aftermarket head units. HIGH LEVEL: (Molex Harness) Most commonly used to connect to an aftermarket radio without pre-amp/

line outputs. AUX: (3.5mm jack) & (Molex Harness) Most commonly used for portable Nav/BT phone kits or low level sources.

Connecting Digital Sources

Two of the 5 selectable sources are digital, offering the highest level of audio resolution on the DSP8.8.

TOSLINK IN: (S/PDIF) connector accepts a 2-channel digital audio signal from any device’s optical output via S/PDIF connector, with a sampling rate of 24bit/96kHz. STREAM: This input covers the hi-res wireless streaming to the DRC Wi-Fi module, the wired hi-res streaming into the Micro-USB (PC) and the USB host port for thumb or pin drives up to 16gb. *TOSLINK OUT: (S/PDIF) connector provides a pass-through digital audio output, with no signal processing applied. This can be used to send audio signals to a second processor for 8 additional channels.

Installing Software and Apps

The DSP8.8’s software and links to the mobile apps can be found or downloaded directly from the Phoenix Gold website: http://www.phoenixgold.com/dsp

iOS: Download and install the DSP8.8 apps via App Store. DSP8.8 -(iPad) Full setup/tuning app for professionals to set up the DSP8.8 DSP8.8RC-(iPhone/iPad) Remote Control app for adjusting Vol/Sub level/Source/Preset Android: Download and install the DSP8.8 apps via Google Play Store. DSP8.8: (tablet) Full setup/tuning app for professionals to set up the DSP8.8 DSP8.8RC: (phone/tablet) Remote Control app for adjusting Vol/Sub level/Source/Preset Mac: Download and install the DSP8.8 app via the Mac App Store. DSP8.8 Full setup/tuning app for professionals to set up the DSP8.8

Windows PC: Download and install the DSP8.8 app software/USB drivers via Phoenix Gold website

DSP8.8 Full setup/tuning app for professionals to setup the DSP8.8

*Windows XP, 7, 8 users must install the USB drivers before the DSP8.8 app* *Windows 10 and Mac users DO NOT need to download the USB drivers* *Do not connect the USB cable to the DSP8.8’s PC port until you have successfully installed the app software and/or required USB drivers.

*Make sure that only one device is connected to the PC port at a time! *

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