Specifications

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Section 1 - Introduction
EAW Resolution™ 2 is a tool to assist sound system designers and engineers to select,
configure, and implement EAW loudspeaker products. Resolution™ 2 predicts direct sound
pressure level (SPL) in a ‘virtual’ venue. Signal processing can be applied in software, and the
resulting frequency response calculated for ‘virtual microphones’ throughout the model.
Additionally, Resolution™ 2 performs mechanical calculations for a given array or
loudspeaker configuration to assist the user in correctly rigging their sound system.
As compared to previous versions of Resolution™, version 2.0 (and higher) adds three-
dimensional visualization capabilities, as well as design and control capabilities for EAW
Adaptive Systems™.
A Note about Compatibility with Resolution™ 1 Models
Though Resolution 1.x models are displayed in two dimensions, Resolution 2 will accept and
open these files without issue. Users should expect the same acoustical results in both
software versions, but may also gain additional insight into a Resolution 1 model viewed in
Resolution 2 due to the enhanced three-dimensional viewing options available.
Due to the significantly more complex audience area data in Resolution 2, however, these
files will not open successfully in Resolution 1. If users wish to maintain Resolution 1
compatibility for a given file, they should not save it in Resolution 2, or should maintain a
separate copy of the original file.
System Requirements
Resolution 2 is designed to run under Windows 7, 8 and 8.1. Though processor speed and
memory size primarily impact only calculation time, the following specifications are
recommended for useful operation:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
RECOMMENDED SPECIFICATIONS
Processor
2.2 GHz Dual Core Processor
2.8 GHz Quad Core Processor
Memory
2 GB RAM
4 GB RAM
Operating System
Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1
Storage
1 GB available HD space
Resolution
1024 x 768 minimum display resolution