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4: Recording
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Recording
This chapter describes how to record using the DR16pro.
Sampling Frequency
It is important that you set the sampling frequency before recording. If it is changed after some
material has been recorded, that material will playback at the wrong pitch.
The DR16pro can record at any one of the three common digital audio sampling frequencies: 32
kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz. It can also record at 44.056 kHz for NTSC video synchronization. It
can also record at 96kHz via the digital inputs for DVD mastering applications.
The deciding factors in your choice of sampling frequency are: application, required audio band-
width, and available hard disk space. Some information about sampling frequency, applications,
and audio bandwidth are provided below. Also see “Hard Disks” on page 96.
If you intend to mixdown to DAT, refer to the operating manual that came with your DAT to see
which sampling frequencies it can record at via its digital inputs.
48 kHz
This frequency is supported by most professional digital audio equipment and provides an audio
bandwidth of about 22 kHz. Consumer type DAT recorders typically record at this frequency when
their analog inputs are used. Use this frequency if you want the highest audio bandwidth.
44.1 kHz
This frequency is supported by most professional digital audio equipment and provides an audio
bandwidth of about 20 kHz. CDs and prerecorded MiniDiscs (MD) use this frequency. Professional
recording studios that utilize digital equipment also typically use it. If your DR16pro material is
destined for distribution on CD, then it’s best to use this frequency.
32 kHz
This frequency is widely used for digital broadcast applications where a 15 kHz audio bandwidth,
about that of FM radio, is deemed acceptable. It is also used for some DSB (Digital Satellite
Broadcasting) applications. It offers the lowest audio bandwidth, but the maximum recording time.
It maybe useful for projects where recording time takes precedence over audio bandwidth.
44.056 kHZ
This frequency is used when the DR16pro is synchronized to 59.94 Hz NTSC color video. Video
post-production facilities and broadcasters working with the NTSC standard would be typical us-
ers of this frequency.
96kHZ
This frequency is used for high-resolution applications such as DVD authoring.
This sample frequency is only available via the AES digital audio inputs/outputs (including the built
in stereo AES interface and the optional multi-channel AES interface). When 96kHz is selected,
the DR16pro enters a special ‘dual-channel’ mode where inputs and outputs are paired (e.g dual-
channel 96kHz audio connections to inputs D1+D2, D3+D4, D5+D6, D7+D8 or DINL+DINR will
each be treated as single record sources.
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