We have 2 sets of test equipment. Sean is right--with a laptop you can now have near the power of analyzers in the tens of thousands for less than $1000. Both our test kits require a laptop computer (PC only). The professional version is used by all of our dealers for acoustical measurement. The test kits are in our software, test and measurement section. |
Rives: I wasn't thinking along the lines of computer based test equipment, but you bring up a very valid and over-looked aspect of modern day technology. For what many folks are looking for, it's quite probable that computer driven test equipment will be more than they would ever need. Having said that, i can remember posting info here about Spectralab many moons ago. Only problem is, one has to have a way to interphase standard test equipment probes and microphones with the software in a way that doesn't corrupt the accuracy of the capabilities of the program itself. This could mean investing in far more advanced and linear sound and video cards, etc.... or possibly even building a dedicated computer just for test purposes. The nice thing about computer based programs like this is that you have the ability to store and compare hundreds of graphs, charts, tables, etc... at the push of a few buttons. You can't do that with normal gear. Sean > |
