Specifications

Glossary
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GLOSSARY
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A/D or Analog-to-Digital Converter
The device that converts an analog audio signal to digital audio. Once encoded, all
audio is stored or processed as a series of numbers rather than as the audio itself.
AES/EBU Interface
A two-channel, digital audio hardware/software standard. The AES/EBU
interface allows for data communication between professionally-oriented digital
devices (such as digital signal processors, hard disk recording systems, synthesizers
with AES/EBU outputs, digital audio workstations, etc.).
Autolocation
The process of automatically rewinding or fast forwarding, as necessary, to find a
specific point on tape. Autolocation is usually initiated by pressing a button that
tells the machine the point to which you want it to autolocate.
Automation
Generally, automation means using a machine or computer to perform or repeat one
or more tasks. In recording systems, automation refers to the process of recording and
playing back mixer movements such as faders and mute buttons. In many
sophisticated systems, all controls can be automated.
Auto Loop
A combination of two functions, Auto Return and Auto Play, which allows a specific
section of tape to be played over and over again; particularly useful for looped
recording whe used along with the Auto Record function.
Auto Play
A function whereby playback is automatically engaged upon completing a locate.
Auto Record
A function whereby recording is carried out automatically. The point where
recording begins is determined by the Mark In point. The point where recording ends
is determined by the Mark Out point.
Auto Return
A function whereby the transport automatically begins to rewind once reaching a
certain point, and returns to an earlier point. The point at which rewinding begins is