{"title":"SMD Tools","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"smd-distortion-detector-plus-dd-1-digital-microcontroller-steve-meade-designs","title":"SMD Distortion Detector Plus (DD-1+) Digital Microcontroller - Steve Meade Designs","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eOUR TOP OF THE LINE GAIN SETTING TOOL.  DOES EVERYTHING A DD-1 DOES AND MORE, INCLUDING BEING ABLE TO RECHECK THE GAIN OVERLAP OF A SYSTEM AT ANY TIME. (LIKE WHEN CUSTOMER RETURNS)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eThe purpose of this tool is to enable the installer to set the gain of an audio amplifier to match the source unit’s output level, accurately and quickly. It can also be useful for detecting distortion in the audio signal caused by poorly designed or malfunctioning audio equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSets audio system gain overlap, continuously variable from 0.0dB - 15.0dB in 0.1dB steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChecks gain overlap of an audio system without making any adjustments to the existing settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerifies that the gain overlap of an install hasn't been tampered with after install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures our Patent Pending Distortion Detection system plus digital microcontroller and our proprietary firmware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200V maximum input (same as DD-1 HV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuasi-RMS voltmeter (can detect clipping at any frequency)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv id=\"more-content\" style=\"display:none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWHAT IS INCLUDED?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Distortion Detector PLUS (DD-1+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective silicon rubber boot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibrated Test tone CD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePride of ownership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eABOUT THE DESIGN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eWhen you pick up the DD-1+, know that you are holding a precision piece of equipment.  If treated as such it should provide you with many years of reliable service. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eSPECIFICATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion Detection trigger level \u0026gt; 1.0% Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuaranteed operating range of input signal is 1.2Vrms – 200Vrms.  (40,000 Watts at 1ohm) Autoranging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Battery LED trigger battery voltage \u0026lt; 6.5Vdc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-shut off timer 8 - 10 minutes after ON button is pressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery self-test and display of condition when DD-1+ is initialized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Box 9 x 6 x 2 inches, 2 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Distortion_Detector_DD-1_Ver._1.pdf?v=1603402603\"\u003eOwner's Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(PDF)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTest Tracks:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"DD-1+ CD tracks, 192k MP3\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/DD1_192kmp3.zip?v=1614107964\"\u003eDD-1+ Test Disc Tracks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ca id=\"toggle-link\" onclick=\"var content = document.getElementById('more-content'); var link = document.getElementById('toggle-link'); if(content.style.display === 'none') {content.style.display = 'block'; link.innerHTML = 'Read Less';} else {content.style.display = 'none'; link.innerHTML = 'Read More';}\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SMD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41643846697053,"sku":"SMD-DD-1+","price":302.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/3146\/5821\/files\/smd-distortion-detector-plus-dd-1-digital-microcontroller-steve-meade-designs-922691.png?v=1741907269"},{"product_id":"smd-crossover-calibrator-cc-1-steve-meade-designs","title":"SMD Crossover Calibrator CC-1 - Steve Meade Designs","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eTHE CROSSOVER CALIBRATOR. USE TO ACCURATELY SET HIGH PASS, LOW PASS, BANDPASS, INFRASONIC (SUBSONIC) CROSSOVERS IN AMPLIFIERS AND PROCESSORS. CAN ALSO DO GAIN MATCHING OF AMPLIFIERS TO 0.01DB !!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eThe purpose of this tool is to enable the installer to set the crossover frequency of an electronic crossover to the desired frequency, accurately and quickly.  It can also be useful for matching gains on multiple amplifier competition type systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWHAT IS INCLUDED?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Crossover Calibrator (CC-1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective silicon rubber boot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibrated Test tone CD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePride of ownership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv id=\"more-content\" style=\"display:none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eABOUT THE DESIGN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eWhen you pick up the CC-1, know that you are holding a precision piece of equipment.  If treated as such it should provide you with many years of reliable service.  We have chosen a 9V battery as a power source for a few reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are readily available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolating the CC-1 from the vehicle’s electrical system for power, guarantees that it will only measure what it is supposed to measure; the audio signal,  not\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enoise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the charging system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eWe also chose an RCA input connector for a few reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt makes it pretty easy to measure the output of a headunit directly, if you choose to do so\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould the harness become damaged it is easily replaceable or repairable in the field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eEveryone hides these in the back of the book. We are proud of our specs, they aren’t lies, so we are putting them up front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Crossover Calibrator’s circuitry is digital microprocessor controlled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossover -3dB point accuracy +\/- 0.25dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain matching accuracy +\/- 0.10dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Battery LED trigger battery voltage \u0026lt; 6.5Vdc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-shut off timer 8 - 10 minutes after ON button is pressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Box 9 x 6 x 2 inches, 2 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Crossover_Calibrator_CC-1_Ver._8.pdf?v=1603402603\"\u003eOwner's Manual\u003c\/a\u003e (PDF)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTest Tracks:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eCC-1 Test Track Disc A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"CC-1 Disc A Part 1\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/CC-1_Disc_A_Part1_mp3.zip?v=1614322338\"\u003ePart 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/CC-1_Disc_A_Part2_mp3.zip?v=1598457555\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePart 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/CC-1_Disc_A_Part3_mp3.zip?v=1598457566\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePart 3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eCC-1 Test Track Disc B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/CC-1_Disc_B_Part1_mp3.zip?v=1598457895\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePart 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/CC-1_Disc_B_Part2_mp3.zip?v=1598457904\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePart 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/CC-1_Disc_B_Part3_mp3.zip?v=1598457953\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePart 3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ca id=\"toggle-link\" onclick=\"var content = document.getElementById('more-content'); var link = document.getElementById('toggle-link'); if(content.style.display === 'none') {content.style.display = 'block'; link.innerHTML = 'Read Less';} else {content.style.display = 'none'; link.innerHTML = 'Read More';}\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SMD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41643846729821,"sku":"SMD-CC-1","price":185.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/3146\/5821\/files\/smd-crossover-calibrator-cc-1-steve-meade-designs-318268.png?v=1741907267"},{"product_id":"smd-audio-multimeter-amm-1-steve-meade-designs","title":"SMD Audio Multimeter AMM-1 - Steve Meade Designs","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eTHE AUDIO MULTIMETER AND HANDHELD DYNO.  MEASURE TRUE AMPLIFIER POWER!  MEASURE IMPEDANCE OF SPEAKER BOXES.  MEASURE VOLTAGE DROPS, AND MUCH MORE!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eThe purpose of this tool is to enable the user to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure True Amplifier Power output into any load reactive or resistive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure Common DC voltages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure DC voltage drops during quick transients on cable runs or battery \/ charging systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure Impedance of speakers at any power or frequency from 20Hz - 1kHz (box rise)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure Phase Difference between Voltage and Current into reactive loads (Power Factor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind Tuning Frequency of subwoofer enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTune subwoofer enclosures for maximum power transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure AC Volts (amplifier output)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure AC Amps (amplifier output)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure apparent power (VA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure Frequency of a Sine Wave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv id=\"more-content\" style=\"display:none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWHAT IS INCLUDED?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe AMM-1 tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective silicon rubber boot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePride of ownership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eEveryone hides these in the back of the book. We are proud of our specs, so we are put them up front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC Voltmeter...........................................-100 Volts to +100 Volts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC Voltmeter............................................0 - 150 VRMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC Ammeter.............................................0 - 100 ARMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC Apparent Power...................................0 - 15,000 VA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Factor............................................50 - 100%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency................................................10 - 20,000 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC Impedance..........................................0 - 200 Ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Power Dyno.......................................0 - 15,000 Watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-shut off timer 8 - 10 minutes after ON button is pressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery self-test and display of condition when AMM-1 is initialized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Box 9 x 6 x 2 inches, 2 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/AMM-1_Ver._1.pdf?v=1603402603\"\u003eOwners Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ca id=\"toggle-link\" onclick=\"var content = document.getElementById('more-content'); var link = document.getElementById('toggle-link'); if(content.style.display === 'none') {content.style.display = 'block'; link.innerHTML = 'Read Less';} else {content.style.display = 'none'; link.innerHTML = 'Read More';}\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SMD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41643846762589,"sku":"SMD-AMM-1","price":456.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/3146\/5821\/files\/smd-audio-multimeter-amm-1-steve-meade-designs-738836.png?v=1741907275"},{"product_id":"smd-im-sg-impedance-meter-signal-generator-plus-steve-meade-designs","title":"SMD IM-SG+ (Impedance Meter - Signal Generator PLUS) - Steve Meade Designs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eTHE IMPEDANCE METER \/ SIGNAL GENERATOR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eSome Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e•Obtain a driver's T\/S Parameters*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e•Determine speaker crossover set points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e•Find tuning frequency of passive radiator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e•Find tuning frequency of ported enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e•Find volume of sealed enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e•Locate rattles in vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e•Find crossover frequency of passive crossover networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e*When used with D'Amore Engineering software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eSome Specs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision AC Impedance meter, range = 0.01 ohms to 99 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10Hz to 20kHz pure sine tone generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink Noise generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Box 9 x 6 x 2 inches, 2 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/IM-SG_Ver._2.pdf?18\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOwner's Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(PDF)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpeaker Design Spreadsheet:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"D'Amore Engineering SMD IM-SG spreadsheet companion tool\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/speaker_design_spreadsheet_-_rev_c.xlsm?v=1610569623\"\u003eSpeaker Design\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Excel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraining Videos:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CfcBuGDeJrg\"\u003eVideo 1 (Measuring Thiele\/Small Parameters)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=-QOcT4_0Vp8\"\u003eVideo 2 (Measuring a Ported Enclosure)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DXclhRegDGw\"\u003eVideo 3 (Measuring a Sealed Enclosure and Calculating it's Internal Volume)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Skep2DmjB3c\u0026amp;lc=UghDIgrlitXuyHgCoAEC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVideo 4 (RCA Interconnect testing)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SMD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41643846828125,"sku":"SMD-IM-SG+","price":451.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/3146\/5821\/files\/smd-im-sg-impedance-meter-signal-generator-plus-steve-meade-designs-895603.png?v=1741907288"},{"product_id":"smd-distortion-detector-dd-1-steve-meade-designs","title":"SMD Distortion Detector DD-1 - Steve Meade Designs","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUR MOST POPULAR GAIN SETTING TOOL.  ALSO GOOD FOR SNIFFING OUT FAULTY EQUIPMENT.  FIND MAX CLEAN HEADUNIT VOLUME LEVEL, SET PROCESSOR \/ PREAMP GAINS, AND AMPLIFIER GAINS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eThe purpose of this tool is to enable the installer to set the gain of an audio amplifier to match the source unit’s output level, accurately and quickly. It can also be useful for detecting distortion in the audio signal caused by poorly designed or malfunctioning audio equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWHAT IS INCLUDED?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Distortion Detector (DD-1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective silicon rubber boot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibrated Test tone CD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePride of ownership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv id=\"more-content\" style=\"display:none;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eABOUT THE DESIGN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eWhen you pick up the DD-1, know that you are holding a precision piece of equipment.  If treated as such it should provide you with many years of reliable service.  We have chosen a 9V battery as a power source for a few reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are readily available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolating the DD-1 from the vehicle’s electrical system for power, guarantees that it will only measure what it is supposed to measure;\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edistortion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the audio signal,  not\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enoise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the charging system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dd12\"\u003eWe also chose an RCA input connector for a few reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt makes it pretty easy to measure the output of a headunit directly, if you choose to do so\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould the harness become damaged it is easily replaceable or repairable in the field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"dd11\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eSPECIFICATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Distortion Detector’s circuitry is 100% analog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion Detection trigger level \u0026gt; 1.0% Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuaranteed operating range of input signal is 1.2Vrms – 125Vrms.  (15,000 Watts at 1 ohm)  Autoranging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal Present LED trigger voltage 750mVrms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Battery LED trigger battery voltage \u0026lt; 5.6Vdc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-shut off timer 8 - 10 minutes after ON button is pressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping Box 9 x 6 x 2 inches, 2 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/DD-1_Owners_Manual_Rev_9.pdf?v=1603402603\"\u003eOwner's Manual\u003c\/a\u003e (PDF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTest Tracks:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_1_40Hz_-0dB.mp3?v=1604358904\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_2_1kHz_-0dB.mp3?v=1604358904\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_3_40Hz_-5dB.mp3?v=1604358904\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_4_1kHz_-5dB.mp3?v=1604358904\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_5_40Hz_-10dB.mp3?v=1604358905\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_6_1kHz_-10dB.mp3?v=1604358904\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 6\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_7_40Hz_-15dB.mp3?v=1604358904\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_8_1kHz_-15dB.mp3?v=1604358904\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 8\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/7235\/files\/Track_9_Pink_Noise.mp3?v=1604359025\"\u003eDD-1 CD Track 9\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUS PATENT 9,313,596 B2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlong with D'Amore Engineering, we invented the handheld amplifier gain setting tool and the technology behind it. It was awarded a \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States Patent in 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e. The technology is currently used in our Distortion Detector tools : \u003cstrong\u003eDD-1\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eDD-1+\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as the \u003cstrong\u003eAD-1 Amplifier Dyno\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ca id=\"toggle-link\" onclick=\"var content = document.getElementById('more-content'); var link = document.getElementById('toggle-link'); if(content.style.display === 'none') {content.style.display = 'block'; link.innerHTML = 'Read Less';} else {content.style.display = 'none'; link.innerHTML = 'Read More';}\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SMD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41644821971037,"sku":"SMD-DD-1","price":197.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/3146\/5821\/files\/smd-distortion-detector-dd-1-steve-meade-designs-811631.png?v=1741907297"},{"product_id":"new-test-leads-harness-for-smd-tools-steve-meade-designs","title":"NEW Test Leads - Harness for SMD Tools - Steve Meade Designs","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\nThe NEW Test Leads\/ Harness for SMD Tools are a must-have accessory for anyone using SMD Tools. 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With their high-quality connectors and durable construction, these test leads guarantee accurate and reliable testing results every time you use them.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv id=\"more-content\" style=\"display:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAdditionally, the test leads are perfectly suited for the AMM-1, an advanced multi-meter that offers precise measurement capabilities. By connecting your AMM-1 to these test leads, you can trust that your measurements will be accurate and consistent, allowing you to work with confidence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe NEW Test Leads\/ Harness for SMD Tools are designed with convenience in mind. The length of the leads allows for flexibility and mobility, enabling you to comfortably reach your devices while conducting tests. Furthermore, the connectors are designed to provide a secure and stable connection, ensuring uninterrupted testing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade from high-quality materials, these test leads are built to last. They offer exceptional durability, resistant to wear and tear, and are well-equipped to withstand the demands of regular use in various environments. Whether you're working in a professional workshop or a personal garage, these test leads will reliably deliver high performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, if you own any of the SMD Tools mentioned, the NEW Test Leads\/ Harness for SMD Tools are an essential addition to your testing equipment. With compatibility for the DD-1, CC-1, DD-1+, and AMM-1, these test leads provide reliable and accurate testing capabilities. Their convenience, durability, and secure connections make them the perfect choice for any testing situation. 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