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Chapter 8
– ZaxConvert Utility
About ZaxConvert
The ZaxConvert software is available for both MS Windows and Mac OS X. The software is functionally identical
on both operating systems. You must use the ZaxConvert software to convert the audio from .ZAX files to
.WAV files.
Windows XP Mac OS X
Figure 8-1 ZaxConvert Windows & Mac Main screens
Using ZaxConvert
When you use ZaxConvert, you must first assign an output folder. Next, add your source folder. The following
buttons contain additional options that are available when translating ZAX files to broadcast WAV files:
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Output File Type
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Timecode
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Sample-Rate Conversation
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Maximum File Size
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Output File Name
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Track Enable
When displayed on the main screen, the button shows the current setting.
Output File Type
This menu allows you to select the number of channels; bit-depth and output file type. In addition, if the Post
facility is using a DV40, you can force a 48 kHz stamp to be used on the output files.
Figure 8-2 Choose Output File Type screen
