Sound Devices 664, User Manual

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METADATA AND TAKE LIST
4. Some parameters are text-based, numeric-based, or a list of options. When
editing, do one of the following:
X
For text fields, use the on-screen keyboard (or an optional USB key -
board if attached) to enter text. When finished, slide the A B/C switch
right to accept the value.
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The Scene field is a unique text field, allowing the user to <Add New Entry> or
select from a list of previously created entries. There is also an option to clear the
list. For more information, see Clearing Scene List .
X
For numeric fields, use the Headphone encoder to edit the value. When
finished, select Done.
X
For list fields, use the Headphone encoder to select a value.
i
The Notes metadata field is a text field to provide extra information about a take
that is not accounted for with other metadata fields. Notes may be created in
manually for each take, using the on-screen keyboard; however, the field has the
additional <Use Phrase> option, which may be selected for quick access to a user-
definable list of common notational phrases.
Using a Phrase List
Often, the same word or phrase is used in the Notes on many different takes.
To save time on metadata entry, the 664 provides the ability to create a phrase
list for rapid retrieval and usage.
To access the phrase list and add new entries:
1. HP + B/C: Push in and hold the Headphone encoder then slide the A B/C
switch to the right. The Phrase List screen appears.
2. Slide the A B/C switch right again to add a new entry in the list.
3. Use the on-screen keyboard (or an optional USB keyboard if attached) to
enter the new word or phrase. While entering data with the on-screen key -
board, any of the following steps may also apply:
X
Use the MIC/TONE switch to toggle upper and lower case.
X
If a mistake is made, slide the A B/C switch left to backspace; this eras -
es text left of the current cursor position.
X
Use the Select encoder to reposition cursor without removing any text
already entered.