DD-8+ Power
Owner’s Manual
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BASIC OPERATION
Configuration Dashboard — Set-Up, Inputs And Processor Channels
The Configuration Dashboard is a highly convenient means of accessing the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) to
configure the DD-8+ for maximum usability and performance. Several vital features, functions and controls can
be found only within the Configuration Dashboard.
The window pictured in Figure 6 will appear.
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Figure 6. Configuration Dashboard
IMPORTANT! 1. Check for Update
Click this link to check for the latest firmware version. Follow updating firmware instructions.
IMPORTANT! 2. Auto Powerdown
Enables the audio Signal Sense circuitry for all inputs when the checkbox is selected. The default value is ON
(Auto Powerdown engaged). To turn this off you must deselect the check box. Save as a preset in order to
preserve the state in the event of a power outage.
The Auto Powerdown circuitry allows the DD-8+ to activate any or all channels when an audio signal is detected
at its assigned input(s) and deactivate any or all output channels when no audio signal has been detected for
30 minutes. When the DD-8+ is powered on and the Auto Powerdown is engaged, amplifier output channels
with signal present will be active. Output channels without signals present at their assigned inputs will remain
switched off until signals are detected. In this mode, power consumption is lowered by switching off idle
channels. In cases where Auto Powerdown is engaged and no audio signals are present on any channels for
more than 30 minutes, all channels will be switched off and only the front panel standby button will glow blue
while the DD-8+ continues to monitor all inputs for a signal.
