Philips SA2MUS 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 Some versions only Record audio/voices Listen to recordings Delete one or more picturesDelete one or more recordings Read text filesAbout operating and storage temperatures General maintenanceListen at a moderate volume To establish a safe volume levelCompliance with copyright laws remains your responsibility Be responsible! Respect copyrightsData logging Monkey’s Audio decoderG l i s h Xpat XML Parser Recycling the productG l i s h What’s in the box Your new MuseGetting started Limit the volumeOverview of the controls and connections Lock the touch controlsOrganize the home menu Overview of the home menuConnect and charge Install Philips Songbird for the first timeConnect Muse to a computer Turn on your computer »» Muse chargesFiles loaded on the Muse Battery level indicationSoftware loaded on Updated and is ready for use again Update MuseManually verify / update the firmware Automatic shut-down Turn Muse on and offBuild a media library Philips SongbirdOrganize and manage your Songbird library Browse your media libraryRemove media files from the Songbird media library PlaylistsDelete media Let Songbird watch a folderFormat Muse erase all music and data Change the look of the Songbird libraryCreate a playlist Add titles to a playlistRepair Muse restore factory settings Add music to Muse Browse music albums MusicOverview of the music controls Listen to musicDelete one or more music tracks Delete the currently playing music trackAdd audiobooks to Muse AudiobooksOverview of the audiobook controls Browse audiobooksListen to audiobooks BBC iPlayer available in the UK only Transfer with Windows Media Player Add videos to Muse Browse video albums VideoOverview of the video controls Play videosPlay videos on your HD TV Delete one or more videos Delete the currently playing videoAdd pictures to Muse Browse picture albums PicturesOverview of the picture controls View picturesView pictures on your TV Advanced picture displayDelete the currently displayed picture Delete one or more picturesRadio Auto-tune radio station presetsListen to FM radio Station information is displayedRecord from FM radio Available with some versions only RecordingsRecord audio/voices Listen to recordingsUpload your recordings to a computer This is how to delete recordings in Windows ExplorerDelete the currently playing recording Delete one or more recordingsSD Card Access files on a Micro SD cardInsert an SD card Import files from a Micro SD cardRead text files Text readerThis is how you use Muse to store and carry data files Use the Muse to carry data filesChoose shortest idle time until auto shut-down SettingsProtect the environment Support site Format device Date and time Set date Set date format DD MM Yyyy defaultYes Continue? Reset settings System requirements Technical dataBit rate GlossaryCompression Decibel dBSuperScroll RDS Radio Data SystemRip ripping Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V