GLOSSARY
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■Aspect ratio
Horizontal and vertical ratio of a displayed image. The horizontal vs. vertical ratio of conventional TV is 4:3, and that of
■Bit
Short for binary digit. Represents the smallest unit of information manipulated on a computer. In audio systems, the bit size determines resolution to digitize analog signals.
The larger the bit size, the larger the dynamic range (the ratio of maximum and minimum frequency level) and the finer the sounds. Generally, an audio CD is 16 bit and DVD audio is 24 bit.
■Bit rate
The amount of data used to hold a given length of music; measured in kilobits per second, or kbps. Also, the speed at which you record. Generally, the higher the bit rate, or recording speed, the better the sound quality. However, higher bit rates use more space on a disc.
■Component video jacks
Jacks for inputting or outputting a component video signal.Component video signal consists of three lines, the luminance signal (Y) and two color difference signals (PB/ CB, PR/CR), which enable to provide
■DivX
DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, inc. DivX media files contain highly compressed video with high visual quality that maintains a relatively small file size. DivX files can also include advanced media features like menus, subtitles, and alternate audio tracks. Many DivX media files are available for download online, and you can create your own using your personal content and
■Dolby Digital
Digital surround sound system which is developed by Dolby Laboratories provides completely independent
■DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
Digital surround sound system developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., which provides 5.1 channel audio (max). With an abundance of audio data, it is able to provide
■DVD-Audio
It has developed for the sole purpose of creating high quality pure sound with Linear PCM and Packed PCM (lossless coding) in up to six
■HDMI
HDMI
HDMI transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports