V9 Install Updated — Smaart Live

Smaart v9 is available as a professional audio analysis platform with significant "under-the-hood" performance improvements over previous versions

. It is designed to be faster, more efficient, and supports modern hardware like Apple Silicon natively. Rational Acoustics Key Installation & Platform Features Faster Performance

: Includes a brand new graphics rendering engine (up to 25% faster) and significantly improved application startup times. 64-bit Architecture : Both Mac and Windows builds are now natively 64-bit only. Apple Silicon Support

: The macOS version is a Universal Binary with native support for Apple M-series chips. Plug-and-Play I/O

: You can connect audio devices at any time without needing to restart the program to rescan for inputs. Licensing Flexibility

: Offers both traditional Perpetual Licenses and new Annual Subscription options. Rational Acoustics Minimum System Requirements To install Smaart v9, your system must meet the following Minimum System Requirements Windows Requirement macOS Requirement OS Version Windows 10 (64-bit only) macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or newer 6th Gen Intel Core i5 or newer 6th Gen Intel Core i5 or any Apple Silicon DirectX 12 support 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 ASIO, WAV, or WDM Core Audio Available Editions

During installation, you may choose between different editions based on your needs: Rational Acoustics Smaart Suite (v9) Perpetual - Rational Acoustics

Installing Rational Acoustics Smaart v9 involves a few critical steps—from confirming your computer can handle the processing to activating your specific license type. 1. Confirm System Requirements

Before downloading, ensure your machine meets the minimum specs provided by Rational Acoustics Operating System

: Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer; macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or newer. smaart live v9 install

: 6th Gen Intel Core i5 (or equivalent) or newer. Apple Silicon (M-series) is fully supported. : Minimum 4GB. : For Windows, hardware must support DirectX 12 Audio Drivers : ASIO or WAV/WDM for Windows; Core Audio for macOS. Rational Acoustics 2. Download and Run the Installer : Access your license management account at my.rationalacoustics.com : if you haven't yet, click + Register a New License and enter the code from your purchase email. : Navigate to the tab or click on your specific license number under Software Licenses to find the installer for your OS.

: Open the downloaded file and follow the standard installation prompts. You do need to uninstall older versions like v8 to install v9. Rational Acoustics 3. Activate Your License

Smaart v9 uses different activation methods depending on your license type: Online Activation

: Launch Smaart. If connected to the internet, follow the in-program prompt. You will need your license code and Rational Acoustics account Offline Activation : If the computer isn't connected to the web, select Perpetual > Offline Activation . You will need to generate a Machine ID

from the software, log into your account from another device, and register that ID to get an Activation Code Subscription Licenses

: These require an internet connection for the initial activation and periodic validation. Rational Acoustics 4. Basic Hardware Configuration Once installed, you must tell Smaart which hardware to use: Config > IO Config . Select the "Use" checkbox for your audio interface. Input Naming

: You can give your inputs "friendly names" (e.g., "Reference" or "Mic 1") to make them easier to identify in your workspace. Hot-Plugging

: Version 9 supports hot-plugging; if you connect your interface after opening the program, it should populate the list once the OS recognizes it. Common Installation Troubleshooting "Unregistered Developer" (macOS) : If the app won't open, go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy and select "Open Anyway". DirectX 12 Issues (Windows)

: If Smaart crashes on startup, ensure Windows is using your high-performance dedicated GPU (if available) rather than the integrated one. Smaart v9 is available as a professional audio

: This usually means your Machine ID has changed due to an OS upgrade or hardware change. You may need to contact Rational Acoustics Support to release your old ID. Sound Design Live : Smaart installation and first steps

Installing Smaart v9 involves registering your license on the Rational Acoustics website, downloading the platform-specific installer, and performing an online or offline activation. Smaart v9 is available in multiple editions (Suite, RT, LE, and SPL) but all use the same unified v9 installer. 1. Pre-Installation: System Requirements

Before installing, ensure your computer meets the minimum specifications:

Operating System: Windows 10/11 (64-bit only) or macOS 10.14 Mojave and newer.

Processor: 6th Gen Intel Core i5 or similar; native support is available for Apple Silicon (M-series). Memory: Minimum 4GB RAM. Graphics: Hardware supporting DirectX 12 (Windows).

Audio Interface: Any device with compatible ASIO, WAV/WDM (Windows), or Core Audio (macOS) drivers. 2. Download and Installation

Register License: Log in to your Smaart License Management Account and register your license code.

Download Installer: Click on your license number or the Downloads link in your account to access the installer for your OS.

Run Installer: Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation. "Deep Peace" : (A common phrase, but unlikely

Note for Upgraders: You do not need to uninstall previous versions like Smaart v8 to install v9.

Permissions (macOS): Ensure you grant Smaart permission to access the microphone/audio inputs in System Preferences > Security & Privacy when prompted. 3. Activation Minimum System Requirements for Smaart - Rational Acoustics

You most likely meant one of the following:

• "Deep Peace": (A common phrase, but unlikely in this context).
• "Device": As in, installing the device drivers.
• "Demo": Looking for the demo version.
• "Dependent": Referring to dependencies (like .NET frameworks).

Here is the complete guide for a clean and successful installation of Smaart v9.

Step 5: Setting Up Your First Measurement

Now for the fun part. To see data, you need a Reference signal and a Measurement signal.

1. Signal Generator: Click the Gen button in the toolbar. Turn on Pink Noise.
2. Routing: Route the Pink Noise to an output on your interface going to your PA system.
3. Transfer Function: In the measurement area, select Transfer Function.
   • Set your Reference (Ref) to the direct output of the signal generator (or a loop-back cable).
   • Set your Measurement (Meas) to your measurement microphone input.
4. Start: Hit the Start button (Green play icon) on the measurement engine.

You should now see a frequency response curve!

Step 3: Installation Path

Accept the default: C:\Program Files\Rational Acoustics\Smaart v9\ unless you have a specific reason to change it.

Step 3: Install iLok License Manager

SMAART v9 will not run without iLok licensing.

1. Download iLok License Manager from ilok.com.
2. Install and sign in with your iLok account.
3. Activate your SMAART v9 license (purchased separately or trial) to:
   • iLok Cloud (internet required)
   • Machine (tied to that computer)
   • Physical iLok USB (most portable)

💡 Trial tip: Rational Acoustics offers a free 14-day trial – activate it in iLok License Manager after installing.