Upgrading to the Surround Signal Generator opens up the world of 5.1 Dolby Digital and 6.1 DTS-ES in AudioTools. Once unlocked, surround test signals will be available both as a standalone surround signal generator module, and as surround test signals available throughout many other AudioTools modules, such as FFT and Smaart. This module requires iAudioInterface2, iOS 5.0 or later, and internet connectivity to initially download the signal files. Starting with AudioTools 5.4, Surround Generator also works with the Apple HDMI AV Adapter, with later model iOS devices, like iPad mini and iPad 4. Note that the DTS 6.1 signals are not supported by the Apple HDMI adapter.
- TosLink optical digital audio port on iAudioInterface2 can be configured from within AudioTools to generate surround sound test signals
- Can include both Dolby Digital AC3 5.1 test signals, as well as DTS ES 6.1 signals
- Using the Apple HDMI AV adapter, the signals are transmitted over the HDMI cable
- Surround signal generator is an option in AudioTools, purchased through the in-app purchase mechanism from the utilities menu
- Test signals have all been pre-encoded, and are actually AC3 or CPT files that loop on playback
- Useful for setting surround monitoring levels (typically to 83 or 85 dB SPL) for accurate setup of surround sound control rooms
