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Channel: First Boot and Display Overview

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Overview

This article covers what to expect when powering on the WVC-PRO 6-Channel for the first time, including the pre-order firmware notification, the main dashboard screen, status icons, and the settings available in the on-device UI. Configuration via the LF Audio AuralSync app is covered in the App Overview article.

First Boot Sequence

When the unit powers on for the first time, you will see:

  1. Boot screen — The LF Audio splash screen displays briefly.
  2. Pre-order firmware notification (units shipped during pre-order period only) — A screen notifies you that the current firmware is a pre-release version and that an over-the-air update will be available within several weeks. This is expected behavior. The unit is fully functional; the update will add additional features and enhancements. See the Firmware Updates article for instructions on updating when the release firmware becomes available.

Main Dashboard Screen

After boot, the unit lands on the main dashboard. This screen displays real-time system data at a glance:

Element Description
Voltage Live supply voltage at the unit's 12 V input pin
Volume Current volume level; updates in real time as you turn the knob
Temperature probes Live readings from all connected probes (up to 3 probes on the 6-channel unit)

Tapping Data Points

Tapping any data point on the main screen opens a historical chart for that value:

  • Voltage — Shows voltage fluctuations over time
  • Temperature — Shows temperature trends for each connected probe
  • Volume — Shows volume change history

Status Icons

A row of icons at the top of the main screen indicates the current state of the unit:

Icon Meaning
Shield Competition Mode is active
Knob connection indicator Shows whether the wireless knob is currently connected
Voltage indicator Gray = normal; Red = undervoltage condition active
Temperature indicator Gray = normal; Red = overtemperature condition active

When the voltage or temperature indicator turns red, the Intelligent Drive System (IDS) has triggered and is actively limiting or muting output. See the IDS settings for configuration details.

On-Device Settings

The WVC-PRO 6-Channel includes an on-device settings UI accessible directly from the touchscreen. The following tabs and options are available:

Systems Tab

  • View unit information (model, firmware version, serial number)
  • Initiate an over-the-air firmware update directly from the display

Display Tab

  • Brightness — Adjust screen brightness
  • Screen timeout — Configure how long before the screen turns off automatically (options range from several seconds to several minutes, or always-on)
  • Calibrate touch — Recalibrate the touchscreen if needed
  • UI sounds — Enable or disable interface sound feedback

Oscilloscope Screen

The unit includes a live oscilloscope view accessible from the display:

  • Shows RMS RCA voltage and the signal waveform in real time for each channel
  • Useful for confirming signal is passing through the unit and for comparing channel levels (e.g., subwoofer channel vs. full-range channel)
  • Future firmware updates will add clipping detection and clipping data to this screen
    Note

    Additional signal analysis features — including FFT spectrum view and multi-channel analysis — are available on the WVC-PRO platform. See the Signal Analysis Features article for full details.

Intelligent Drive System (IDS) — Quick Reference

IDS can be enabled and configured either through the AuralSync app or via the knob. When active, IDS can:

  • Limit volume — Reduce output when voltage drops below the configured minimum
  • Reduce volume — Gradually lower volume in response to a threshold breach
  • Mute everything — Mute all outputs and optionally cut the Remote Out signal The 6-channel unit supports up to three temperature probes, allowing you to monitor multiple amplifiers simultaneously and trigger IDS based on any probe reading.

For full IDS configuration instructions, see the IDS settings.

Competition Mode

Competition Mode can be enabled via the AuralSync app or the knob. When active:

  • The shield icon appears on the main dashboard
  • If the knob disconnects from the base unit, all outputs are immediately muted This is designed for SPL competition use — if the knob is removed from the dash or loses connection while in the lanes, the system mutes automatically to prevent uncontrolled output.

Over-the-Air Updates

The WVC-PRO 6-Channel supports OTA firmware updates via Wi-Fi, initiated either from the on-device Systems tab or from the AuralSync app. A progress indicator is shown on the unit's display during the update process.

For full update instructions, see the Firmware Updates article.