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M frames

Specifies the number of B frames (Bi-directional frames) between consecutive I frames (Intra-frames) and

P frames (Predicted frames).

N frames

Specifies the number of frames between I frames (Intra-frames). This value must be a multiple of the M

frames value.

Closed GOP Every

Specifies the frequency of each Closed Group of Pictures (Closed GOP), which cannot reference

frames outside of the closed GOP. A GOP consists of a sequence of I, B, and P frames. (This option is available if you

choose MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 as the format.)

Automatic GOP Placement

When selected, sets the placement of Group of Pictures (GOP) automatically. (This

option is available if you choose MPEG-1 as the format.)

Note:

MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 formats include numerous advanced options not listed here. In most cases, selecting a

format or preset designed for your target output sets the appropriate options automatically. For detailed information on

options not listed, consult the specifications for the MPEG-1 (ISO/IEC 11172) and MPEG-2 (ISO/IEC 13818) formats.

Audio options for encoding

In the Export Settings dialog box, the options available in the Audio tab depend on the format you’ve specified. Some

common audio options include the following:

Codec

Specifies the codec used to encode the audio:

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AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)

A high-quality encoding format supported by many mobile devices. This codec is

the default for the H.264 format.

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SurCode for Dolby Digital 5.1

A high-quality encoding format developed for multichannel digital sound and the

most common encoder for DVD-video. (This codec is available only in Adobe Premiere Pro.)

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MainConcept MPEG Audio

A high-quality encoder developed by MainConcept media technologies, and included

with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Soundbooth.

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PCM (pulse-code modulation) Audio

A lossless audio format. Files of this format tend to be larger than files of the

other formats.

Audio Format

Determines the audio type.

Bit Rate

Specifies the output bit rate of the audio. Generally, higher bit rates increase both quality and file size. This

option is available for Dolby® Digital, MainConcept MPEG, and some Windows Media audio codecs.

Note:

Options not documented here are specific to the selected format. For detailed information, consult the specifica-

tions for the selected format.

Audiences options for encoding

In the Export Settings dialog box, specifying a streaming media codec in RealMedia or Windows Media formats

enables Audiences options, which allow you to output variations of a movie suited to different network speeds. The

player software associated with the format detects and selects the most appropriate version to ensure smooth

playback. For example, Windows Media includes Audiences such as Dial-up Modems (56 Kbps) and Broadband Or

Cable Modem/DSL (384 Kbps).

Note:

Some codec-specific settings are not documented here. For more detailed information regarding a particular codec,

check the documentation provided by its developer.

Add Audiences

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In the Save As dialog box, choose a format that supports streaming media (RealMedia or Windows Media).

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Audio options for encoding, playback. For example

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Section	Page
Contents	3
Chapter 1: Getting started	5
Installation	5
Requirements	5
Install the software	5
Activate the software	5
Register	5
Read Me	5
Adobe Help	6
Adobe Help resources	6
Using Help in the product	7
Resources	9
Adobe Video Workshop	9
Soundbooth CS3 videos	10
Extras	11
Bridge Home	11
Adobe Design Center	12
Adobe Developer Center	13
Customer support	13
Downloads	13
Adobe Labs	14
User communities	14
Key features	14
Key features in Adobe Soundbooth CS3	14
Chapter 2: Digital audio fundamentals	16
Understanding sound	16
Sound waves	16
Waveform measurements	16
How sound waves interact	17
Digitizing audio	18
Comparing analog and digital audio	18
Sample rate	18
Bit depth	19
Audio file contents and size	19
How Soundbooth digitizes audio	19
Chapter 3: Workspace	21
Customizing the workspace	21
About workspaces	21
Dock, group, or float panels	22
Resize panel groups	24
Open and close panels and windows	24
Working with multiple monitors	25
Position the Tools panel	25
Position vertical and timeline rulers	26
Brighten or darken the interface	26
Managing workspaces	26
Choose a workspace	26
Predefined workspaces in Soundbooth	26
Save a custom workspace	27
Reset a workspace	27
Delete a workspace	27
Chapter 4: Importing, recording, and playing audio	28
Configuring hardware inputs and outputs	28
Connecting to audio hardware	28
Set audio inputs and outputs	28
Set properties for a standard Windows sound card	29
Opening and recording files	29
Open existing files	29
Browsing assets with Adobe Bridge	30
Record a new file	30
Adjusting recording levels for standard sound cards	31
Delete temporary files	32
Playing audio	32
Monitoring time during playback	32
Change units in the timeline ruler or time display	33
Position the current-time indicator	33
Transport controls	33
Level meters overview	34
Chapter 5: Editing and repairing audio	35
Displaying audio	35
View audio waveforms and spectrums	35
About the waveform display	36
About the spectral display	36
Customize the waveform display	37
Customize the spectral display	37
Zoom audio	38
Navigate through time	38
Use markers	39
Selecting audio	40
Select time ranges	40
Select frequency ranges	41
Select all of a waveform	42
Copying, cutting, pasting, and deleting audio	42
Copy, cut, and paste audio	42
Mix audio when pasting	42
Delete or trim audio	42
Fading, changing, and maximizing volume	43
Automatically fade in or out	43
Change the default curve for automatic fades	43
Precisely fade in or out	44
Raise or lower volume	44
Maximize volume	45
Insert silence	45
Repairing audio	45
Visually identifying noise	45
Remove background noise	46
Remove clicks, pops, or rumble	47
Remove individual sounds	47
Looping, stretching, and pitch shifting	48
Create loops	48
Stretch time and shift pitch	48
Undo and redo	49
Undo or redo changes	49
Revert to or delete history states	49
Chapter 6: Effects	50
Applying effects	50
Preview and apply effects	50
Use effect presets	50
Effects reference	51
About standard and advanced effects	51
Analog Delay	51
Chorus/Flanger	52
Compressor	53
Convolution Reverb	53
Distortion	54
Dynamics	55
EQ: Graphic	56
EQ: Parametric	56
Mastering	57
Phaser	57
Vocal Enhancer	58
Chapter 7: Creating scores with AutoComposer	59
Get started with AutoComposer	59
Score creation workflow	59
Choose a score template and reference a clip	59
Customizing scores	60
Adjust basic score settings	60
Animate scores with keyframes	61
Saving and exporting scores	62
Save a customized score	62
Export a score as an audio or video file	63
Chapter 8: Working with Flash and video	64
Working with Flash	64
Working with Flash cue points	64
Set properties for Flash cue points	64
Export or import cue points in XML files	65
Working with video	65
Video workflows in Soundbooth	65
Editing audio clips from Adobe Premiere Pro CS3 and After Effects CS3	66
Chapter 9: Saving audio and video files	67
Saving and closing files	67
Save entire files or selected ranges	67
Export audio channels to mono files	67
Close files	68
Choosing file formats	68
Choosing an audio file format	68
Choosing a video file format	68
Options for audio, AVI, and MOV formats	70
mp3 options	70
AIF, AVI, MOV, and WAV options	70
Options for additional video formats	72
About the Adobe Media Encoder	72
About the Export Settings dialog box	72
Export settings presets	74
Pre-encoding tasks	75
Filter options for encoding	75
Video options for encoding	76
Audio options for encoding	77
Audiences options for encoding	77
Others options for encoding	78
Add XMP metadata to an exported file	79
Chapter 10: Keyboard shortcuts	80
Finding and customizing shortcuts	80
Find shortcuts	80
Customize shortcuts	80
Save or delete custom sets of shortcuts	80
Restore default shortcuts	80
Common shortcuts	81
Shortcuts for playing and zooming audio	81
Shortcuts for editing audio	81
Chapter 11: Digital audio glossary	83
Common audio terms	83
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