Philips SA2MUS16 Glossary, Bit rate, Compression, Decibel dB, Flac Free Lossless Audio Codec

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Bit rate

Bit rate is the number of bits that are conveyed or processed per unit of time. The bit rate is usually measured in some multiple of bits per second (kilobits per second: kbps). The term bit rate is a synonym for data transfer rate (or simply data rate).

C

Compression

In audio terms, this is a process of temporarily or permanently reducing audio data for more efficient storage or transmission. A temporary reduction in file size is called ‘non-lossy’ compression, and no information is lost. A permanent reduction in file size (such as with MP3 files) is called ‘lossy’ compression, and involves discarding unnecessary information which is irretrievably lost.

D

Decibel (dB)

A unit of measure used to express relative difference in power or intensity of sound.

F

FLAC [Free Lossless Audio Codec]

An audio format similar to MP3, but lossless, meaning that audio is compressed in FLAC without loss in quality.

FM (Frequency Modulation)

In radio broadcasting: a method of modulation in which the frequency of the carrier voltage is varied with the frequency of the modulation voltage.

Frequency Response

Is the range of frequencies that a speaker reproduces, lowest frequency to the highest. While the optimal normal is 20-20,000 Hz (Hertz), the range of human hearing for individuals is often much more restricted.

Agood full-range speaker system however, reproduces as much of this range as possible to cover all variations. Individual drivers are limited to reproduce only that part of the spectrum for which they were made, so their response is limited, but still a necessary point to consider when designing a complete sound system.

FullSound

FullSound™ is an innovative technology designed by Philips. FullSound™ faithfully restores sonic details to compressed music, enhancing it to provide a full sound experience without any distortion.

L

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Probably the most common way to show visual information on non-computer electronic equipment.

Lossless compression

A system for reducing the number of data bits (density) in a musical signal without corrupting the original.

M

MP3

A file format with a sound data compression system. MP3 is the abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1) Audio Layer 3. With the MP3 format, one CD-R or CD-RW can contain about 10 times more data than a regular CD.

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Contents SA2MUS08 SA2MUS16 SA2MUS32 Contents Read text files Delete one or more picturesRecord audio/voices Listen to recordings Delete one or more recordingsTo establish a safe volume level General maintenanceAbout operating and storage temperatures Listen at a moderate volumeMonkey’s Audio decoder Be responsible! Respect copyrightsCompliance with copyright laws remains your responsibility Data loggingEnglish Relocate the receiving antenna Recycling the product and the built-in batteryXpat XML Parser PhilipsThis device may not cause harmful interference, What’s in the box Your new MuseLock the touch controls Limit the volumeGetting started Overview of the controls and connectionsOrganize the home menu Overview of the home menuTurn on your computer »» Muse charges Install Philips Songbird for the first timeConnect and charge Connect Muse to a computerBattery level indication Software loaded onFiles loaded on the Muse Update Muse Manually verify / update the firmwareUpdated and is ready for use again Automatic shut-down Turn Muse on and offBuild a media library Philips SongbirdOrganize and manage your Songbird library Browse your media libraryLet Songbird watch a folder PlaylistsRemove media files from the Songbird media library Delete mediaAdd titles to a playlist Change the look of the Songbird libraryFormat Muse erase all music and data Create a playlistRepair Muse restore factory settings Listen to music MusicAdd music to Muse Browse music albums Overview of the music controlsDelete one or more music tracks Delete the currently playing music trackBrowse audiobooks AudiobooksAdd audiobooks to Muse Overview of the audiobook controlsListen to audiobooks Play videos VideoAdd videos to Muse Browse video albums Overview of the video controlsPlay videos on your HD TV Delete one or more videos Delete the currently playing videoView pictures PicturesAdd pictures to Muse Browse picture albums Overview of the picture controlsDelete one or more pictures Advanced picture displayView pictures on your TV Delete the currently displayed pictureStation information is displayed Auto-tune radio station presetsRadio Listen to FM radioUpload your recordings to a computer RecordingsRecord audio/voices Listen to recordingsDelete one or more recordings This is how to delete recordings in Windows ExplorerImport files from a Micro SD card Access files on a Micro SD cardSD Card Insert an SD cardRead text files Text readerThis is how you use Muse to store and carry data files Use the Muse to carry data filesSettings Protect the environmentChoose shortest idle time Support site Format device Yes Continue? Reset settingsSystem requirements Technical dataDecibel dB GlossaryBit rate CompressionSuperScroll RDS Radio Data SystemRhapsody Rip rippingKoninklijke Philips Electronics N.V