SA Cockpit (reglage des distances) - Speaker System Audio - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	System Audio
Model	SA Cockpit (distance adjustment)
Product Type	Speaker calibration software
Main Function	Automatic time alignment of all speaker channels
Compatibility	Stereo Hub, Stereo Hub HT, Surround Hub
Channels Supported	Front, center, surround, side, subwoofer
Distance Measurement	Manual input in centimeters from front baffle to listening position
Adjustment Precision	Centimeter-level accuracy
Audio Benefits	Improved stereo image, tighter bass, precise soundstage
Control Interface	Mobile app (iOS/Android) or touchscreen
Power Supply	No separate power supply required; operates via connected hub
Setup Process	Measure distances, enter values, save changes
Maintenance	No physical maintenance; keep app updated via app store
Cleaning	Clean host device screen with a soft, dry cloth
Safety	No special safety precautions required
Spare Parts	Not applicable (digital software)
Repairability	Software updates provided regularly by System Audio
General Information	Free user manual available in PDF format
Language Support	Multi-language manual available on request
File Size	Minimal app footprint (estimated under 100 MB)

Frequently Asked Questions - SA Cockpit (reglage des distances) System Audio

What is SA Cockpit distance adjustment?

SA Cockpit distance adjustment is a feature that time-aligns each speaker by setting the correct distance from each speaker to your listening position. This ensures all sounds reach your ears simultaneously, resulting in a precise stereo image and accurate bass performance.

How do I measure speaker distances correctly?

Measure from the front baffle of each speaker to the front edge of your listening position (e.g., sofa or chair). Do this for every speaker in your system, including rear, center, side, and subwoofer channels, and write down the distances.

Why is precise distance setting important?

Even differences of a few centimeters can be heard. Incorrect distances cause sound to arrive at different times, degrading vocal precision, soundstage realism, and bass integration. Correct setting restores timing alignment.

Which System Audio hubs are compatible with SA Cockpit?

SA Cockpit works with the Stereo Hub, Stereo Hub HT, and Surround Hub. Select your hub in the app before adjusting channel distances.

Can I set the distance for a subwoofer?

Yes, you should measure the distance to the subwoofer as well. Enter it in the Channel distances menu to ensure the sub integrates seamlessly with the satellite speakers.

How do I enter distances in SA Cockpit?

Open SA Cockpit, select your hub, tap the speaker icon at the bottom center, choose Channel distances, then tap each speaker icon and set the correct distance. Finally, save the changes.

What audio improvements will I hear after adjustment?

After correct adjustment, you'll notice precise and stable vocal placement, an open and realistic soundstage, tighter bass, and clearer surround effects. Music sounds more natural and relaxed.

Does SA Cockpit support rear and surround channels?

Yes, it supports all speakers in a multi-channel system, including rear, center, and side channels. This ensures a cohesive surround experience.

Is there a recommended playlist to test the adjustment?

Yes, the manual provides a Spotify/Tidal playlist of 10 electronic tracks, such as Trentemøller’s 'Take Me Into Your Skin' and Jon Hopkins’ 'Emerald Rush', perfect for hearing timing and spatial differences before/after adjustment.

How often should I recalibrate distances?

Recalibrate whenever you move your speakers or change your listening position. If you rearrange furniture or add new equipment, re-measure and update the distances in SA Cockpit.

USER MANUAL SA Cockpit (reglage des distances) System Audio

How to set speaker distances to the listening position in SA Cockpit

Correct distance setup is an important adjustment in your system.

If speakers are placed at different distances from your listening position, the sound reaches your ears at different times – which affects the stereo image, bass performance, and overall sense of precision.

With SA Cockpit, you can time-align each channel so sound from all speakers reaches you at the same moment.

How to do it:

1. Measure the distances correctly

Start by measuring the distance from each individual speaker to your preferred listening position.

How to measure correctly:

• Measure from the front of the speaker (the front baffle)
• Measure to the front edge of the sofa or chair where you sit
- Measure all speakers in the system – including rear speakers, center speaker, and any side channels
• If you have a subwoofer, measure the distance to that as well

Write the distances down – you’ll need them shortly.

2. Enter the distances in SA Cockpit

Once you have the measurements, enter them into the app. It only takes a moment.

Follow this:

1. Open SA Cockpit
2. Select your hub (Stereo Hub, Stereo Hub HT or Surround Hub)
3. Tap the speaker icon at the bottom center
4. Tap "Channel distances"
5. Tap the speaker icons one by one
6. Set the correct distance for each channel
7. Save the changes

The system will now automatically adjust the timing, so all speakers play perfectly aligned and precisely in your listening position.

3. What you gain from correct distance adjustment

• Vocals are placed precisely and stably in the center
• The soundstage opens and becomes more realistic
• Bass becomes tighter and better integrated
• Surround effects are clearer and more precise
• Music sounds more natural and relaxed

Even differences of just a few centimeters can be heard – which is why this setting is important.

Playlist: Electronic music to test precision and timing

Link to playlist on Spotify

Link to playlist on Tidal

Here is a playlist of 10 electronic tracks (including atmospheric tracks with a large sense of space) that are perfect for hearing the difference before and after distance adjustment.

1. Trentemøller – “Take Me Into Your Skin”

Listen for: depth of space, wide panning, smooth transients in the large soundscape.

1. Jon Hopkins – “Emerald Rush”

Listen for: precise timing in the pulsing layers, tight bass, and clear focus.

1. Moderat – “Bad Kingdom”

Listen for: vocal placement in the room and how the synth layers unfold.

1. Nils Frahm – “Says”

Listen for: the build-up from quiet to massive – timing and balance between channels.

1. Kiasmos - "Looped"

Listen for: tight kick drum control and whether the soundstage feels symmetrical.

1. Bicep – “Opal (Four Tet Remix)”

Listen for: rhythmic shifts and whether the vocals are cleanly centered.

1. Autechre – “Eutow”

Listen for: extreme timing precision – distance errors are revealed clearly here.

1. Christian Löffler – “Haul”

Listen for: deep atmosphere, soft beats, and a wide stereo effect.

1. Burial – “Archangel”

Listen for: placement of the ghostly vocal snippets and deep sub-bass.