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Topics in this section include:
Recording
Using Media
The 688 offers 16-track, polyphonic
or monophonic broadcast WAV
fi
le
recording to Secure Digital (SD) and
CompactFlash (CF) cards. These
memory cards are an easy-to-source,
reliable, and affordable
fi
le storage
option that also may be quickly
delivered to post immediately after
recording stops.
All common sampling rates are
supported, including up to six tracks at
192 kHz.
The memory cards can be set
independently, recording either identical
material for real-time backup, or
combinations of WAV Poly, WAV Mono
and MP3
fi
les.
Before recording anything, install and format the media storage memory cards
you intend to use in the 688. The slots for memory cards are located on the
right panel behind the Media Door, which is held closed magnetically.
Media Door
To insert media:
1. Firmly pull open the Media Door.
2. Insert your choice of media memory card into the slots
provided.
When inserting the SD card, ensure the bottom of the card
(the side with metal contacts visible) is facing the rear of
the unit. When inserting a CF card, ensure the top of the
card (the side with the branding label) is facing the rear of
the unit.
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Sound Devices Quality Assurance engineers have done extensive
testing to ensure media approved for use with the 688 works re-
liably and provides the best performance in a variety of extreme
conditions. When choosing your media, please refer to the Ap-
proved Media List available on the Sound Devices website at:
www.SoundDevices.com/ApprovedMedia
. For more information,
see also
Viewing Approved Media List via Smart Phone.
CF Memory
Card Slot
SD Memory
Card Slot
Using Media
Using the Transport Control
Arming or Unarming Recording Tracks
Accessing Recorder Settings
Setting File Type and Media Track
Assignment
Changing the MP3 Bit Rate
Setting the Sample Rate
F Sample Modes
Setting the Bit Depth
Setting the Pre-roll
Using the Slate Microphone
Playing Back Active Takes
Viewing Approved Media List via Smart
Phone