User Manual

Preparing Record Tapes
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Using an XLR Adapter for Consumer-Level Analog Output
When you select Consumer level for Analog Output, analog outputs are attenuated by 6 dB. To
achieve an additional 6 dB of attenuation, you must use an adapter that provides an unbalanced
XLR connection. The correct adapter provides ground on pin 1 and a line signal on pin 2. Many
off-the-shelf connectors supply line level on pin 1 and return on pin 2 or else they short the signal
on pin 2 to pin 3. This results in a signal that is 6 dB too high for consumer equipment.
If you want to provide additional attenuation, use the master gain slider on the Output panel of
the Audio Project Settings dialog box.
For Avid Nitris DX or Avid Mojo DX, when attaching to consumer level equipment, set the
Output calibration for the corresponding outputs to -12 dB in the Audio Hardware Calibration
tool.
Preparing Record Tapes
There are two basic methods of recording to tape:
• Frame-accurate recording by using the Digital Cut tool to record your sequence onto either a
prestriped tape (a tape with prerecorded control track and timecode) or a partially striped
tape
• Manual recording by using controls on the record deck
Each of these methods requires different treatment of the record tapes.
Striping Record Tapes (Recording Black with Timecode)
Before you can record a frame-accurate digital cut, you must prepare the record tapes in advance
by using one of the following options:
• To perform insert-edit recording, stripe the record tapes (record black with timecode for the
entire duration of the tape) in advance (prestriped tape).
• To perform assemble-edit recording, record black with timecode onto the tape, including the
necessary preroll prior to the IN point plus at least 10 seconds (partially striped tape).
For complete instructions on recording a frame-accurate digital cut, see “Using the Digital Cut
Tool” on page 1012.