Yamaha AW2816 Tutorial - Page 30

s Punch-in/punch-out When you want to re-record just a specified area of a previously-recorded track, the action of switching from playback into record mode at the beginning of that area is called "punch-in," and the action of switching from record mode back into playback at the end of that area is called "punch-out." s Q A parameter of the parametric-type equalizers (*see entry) provided by the AW2816. Q specifies the width of the frequency band (*see entry) that will be boosted or cut. High settings of Q will make the band narrower, producing a steeper curve of change. s Quantization (number of bits) The resolution of the data when an analog input signal is converted into a digital signal. s Restore The action of recalling a previously backed-up song from CD-R/CD-RW back into the internal hard disk. s SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) This was originally a specification used to transfer data between a computer and an external storage device, but the AW2816 also uses this connector to connect external hard disks or external CD-R/RW drives. (*Do not connect the SCSI connector of the AW2816 directly to a computer. Doing so may damage both devices.) s S/N The ratio of audio signal to noise. In dB (decibel) units, this indicates the level of the residual noise that is produced when absolutely no sound is being output. s S/P DIF Stands for Sony/Philips Digital Audio Interface. The specification is formally called IEC60958, but is more generally known as S/P DIF. This is a consumer format for transferring digital audio signals, and simultaneously transmits or receives two channels (one stereo pair) of audio. s Sampling rate Also called Sampling Frequency. The number of times per second that an analog sound is converted into digital data. A sampling rate of 44.1 kHz means that 44,100 digital conversions are being performed each second. If this number is higher, a broader frequency range of sound can be captured as data. s Scene memory A function that collectively saves the parameter settings of the AW2816's mixer section. A scene that you saved can be recalled at any time to reproduce those settings. s Solo A function that allows you to listen only to the sound of a desired channel during mixdown, etc. s Time code Time data that is used when making the AW2816 operate in synchronization with a rhythm machine, sequencer program, or another recorder. The AW2816 is able to transmit and receive MTC (*see entry). s Track A number assigned to an audio signal that is recorded or played back by a recorder. The AW2816 has 16 tracks x 8 virtual tracks (*see entry), for a total of 128 tracks. s Virtual track Although the AW2816 can play back 16 tracks simultaneously, each track actually has eight tracks, and you can select one of these tracks for playback. The eight tracks that can be selected for each track are called "virtual tracks." s Word clock A synchronization signal used when transferring digital audio data, which is used to ensure that the audio data is received at the same rate it is being transmitted. When two or more devices are digitally connected, all devices must be using the same word clock. If not, it may be impossible to transfer audio signals, or noise may occur in the signal. s XLR connector This is type of three-pin connector used for mics. It has a locking mechanism that prevents the cable from being pulled out accidentally. s YGDAI Stands for Yamaha General Digital Audio Interface. Digital mixers or digital recorders that have a YGDAI slot allow you to install separately-sold I/O cards that support various professional digital audio formats or provide AD/DA functionality. There are two types of cards; YGDAI cards (CD series) that can be used by the Yamaha 02R and 03D, and Mini YGDAI cards (MY series) that can be used by the Yamaha 01V, D24, and AW4416. One optional Mini YGDAI card can be installed in the AW2816. Tutorial 29