Glossary
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GLOSSARY
A
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
called the Auto Return End point. The point that is returned to is called the Auto
Return Start point.
B
Balanced Audio Signals
Signals that are carried on three-conductor cables, with two of the conductors
carrying the same signal 180∞ out of phase and third as ground. Balanced
connections usually cost more than unbalanced connections, but are less susceptible
to picking up hum and interference with low-level signals.
Bounce