Specifications
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GLOSSARY
ACM Codec
This is a codec (code-decode) used to encode or decode audio files which is part of the Windows
multimedia audio sub-system. Simian Gateway requires an MP3 ACM codec to create intro/segue cuts
for Remote Voice Track creation.
Adobe Audition (formerly CoolEdit)
A software application used for audio production/editing that can be launched from within Simian. It is a
digital audio recorder and editor that allows you to manipulate your audio files. It includes numerous
special effects modules and can mix up to 128 tracks together using just about any sound card.
Amplitude
Relates to sound waves. Technically, it is the difference between the highest point and zero point of a
wave. On a wave form display, a low amplitude, quiet wave would be one that would vary much less (up
and down), while a louder waveform would vary more.
AudioScience
A supplier of high quality audio cards. Most AudioScience audio cards support the features required for a
fully realized Simian system.
APP
(Application)
A software program or executable. A file with an “.exe” or “.bat” extension.
Asynchronous Deck
An additional playback deck in Simian (also known as deck #4), which plays asynchronous audio events
such as those activated by a HotKey or Trigger. This deck allows you to monitor events that are not listed
as a scheduled event in the log. Display or hide the asynchronous deck using the Async menu.
Automation
The replacement of manual tasks by computerized methods.
AutoMute
A feature used in satellite automation. It mutes the mixer during WAV file playback so you don’t need to
use Relays to “kill” network audio.
AutoStep
A menu command that tells Simian to automatically continue to the next line after it has finished playing
or executing the current event creating a “stream” or “chain” of events. If AutoStep is “ON” for an event, a
"+" mark will be displayed in the “Cue” column. AutoStep can be activated by highlighting an event and
hitting the “+” key on your keyboard or by selecting the Auto Start option in the Event Builder for the
selected event.
Auxiliary
Supplementary equipment or features that provide additional capabilities to a basic system. Examples of
Auxiliary equipment in Simian are the “Triggers” or “audition” path (channel) assigned to your sound card
(audio device).
BPM (Beats Per Minute)
Beats per minute is a way of measuring a song’s tempo. It is usually based on a segment of a song and
is not necessarily the average of the entire song. To measure the BPM, open the song in Adobe
Audition. Highlight an area that has one bar, which can be just a small sample that repeats itself
throughout the music (if you looped this bar it would make a long beat -- this is how you know you have
selected a bar). Now make sure it runs smoothly, meaning it doesn't cut any part of the beat off. When
you do this go to Edit > Edit Tempo. With just one bar selected, click Extract. This will change the BPM