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Audio Configuration Guide

Audio Setup

Configure your audio interface, routing, and calibration for accurate measurements

Configure your audio hardware for professional acoustic measurements. This guide covers interface selection, channel setup, reference modes, routing configuration, and calibration to ensure your measurement system delivers accurate, phase-coherent results.

1

Audio Interface

Configure your hardware

Select and configure your audio interface for optimal measurement performance. AudioMap works with any Core Audio compatible device.

Sample Rate
48kHz or 96kHz
Higher rates provide better frequency resolution
Buffer Size
128-512 samples
Balance between latency and stability
Bit Depth
24-bit recommended
Maximum dynamic range for measurements
2

I/O Channels

Map speakers and mics

Configure your sources (speakers) and receivers (microphones). AudioMap supports up to 32 channels of each type.

Sources
Your speakers
Outputs you want to measure
Receivers
Your microphones
Measurement mic inputs
Naming
Custom labels
Organize your channels clearly
3

Reference Mode

Timing synchronization

Choose how AudioMap synchronizes timing between outputs and inputs. Critical for accurate phase measurements. Learn more about reference modes

Virtual
No cables needed
Software timing, limited accuracy
Single
One shared loop
Good accuracy, simple setup
Multiple
Per-source loops
Highest precision possible
4

Physical Setup

Cable connections

Connect reference loops for hardware timing modes. Choose Y-cables or auxiliary outputs based on your interface. View connection diagrams

Y-Cables
Signal splitters
Works with any interface
Aux Outputs
Spare channels
Cleaner, no splitters needed
Cables
Balanced TRS/XLR
Use quality connections
5

Calibration

Automatic optimization

AudioMap automatically calibrates your system, measuring latency and optimizing signal levels.

RTL
Latency measurement
Compensates for interface delays
Levels
Auto gain staging
Optimizes signal-to-noise ratio
Verification
Test signals
Confirms proper operation