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Glossary

Matrix mixer A mixer that allows routing of any input or combination of inputs to an output or any combination of outputs.

Omni-directional Microphone A microphone that picks up audio in a 360-degree

pattern.

Reverberation Audio in a room that bounces off a wall, ceiling, table or other objects and then is picked up by microphone. High reverberation causes listener fatigue and makes audio difficult to understand.

Simultaneous Two Wire/Four Wire The ability of a teleconferencing device to connect to a video codec and a telephone line simultaneously.

Sound Pressure Level (SPL) The measure of acoustical audio in the air. Is measured in dB using an SPL meter.

Telephone Hybrid A term used to refer to a telephone interface that separates send and receive audio. Same as a digital hybrid.

Two Wire Typically refers to a telephone line.

Uni-directional Microphone A microphone that picks up audio in a directional (usually 180 degrees or less) pattern.

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