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Tutorial
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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.”
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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 nar-
rower, producing a steeper curve of change.
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Quantization (number of bits)
The resolution of the data when an analog input signal
is converted into a digital signal.
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Restore
The action of recalling a previously backed-up song
from CD-R/CD-RW back into the internal hard disk.
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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 dam-
age both devices.)
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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 out-
put.
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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 simulta-
neously transmits or receives two channels (one stereo
pair) of audio.
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Sampling rate
Also called Sampling Frequency. The number of times
per second that an analog sound is converted into dig-
ital 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.
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Scene memory
A function that collectively saves the parameter set-
tings of the AW2816’s mixer section. A scene that you
saved can be recalled at any time to reproduce those
settings.
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Solo
A function that allows you to listen only to the sound
of a desired channel during mixdown, etc.
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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).
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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.
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Virtual track
Although the AW2816 can play back 16 tracks simul-
taneously, 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.”
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Word clock
A synchronization signal used when transferring digi-
tal audio data, which is used to ensure that the audio
data is received at the same rate it is being transmit-
ted. When two or more devices are digitally con-
nected, 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.
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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.
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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.
