TC Electronic Finalizer 96k - Manual (Page 33)

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processing 24 bits all the way from the Input, Dither should
normally be turned off at the Finalizer, leaving the Dithering to
be done within the HD editing system. If in doubt, try recording a
low level sine wave through the Finalizer with the Dither
switched off. For a 16 bit system, use a tone at e.g. -60dBFS.
Play it back adding a fair amount of Digital gain (e.g. 40dB), and
listen for distortion. If distortion is heard, Dither is not applied
internally in the HD editor, and you have to do it with the
Finalizer.
Note: The Dither Resolution parameter is always reset when
changing the primary Output.
Dither Type
In the Finalizer, TC Electronic has chosen to use TPDF Dither.
This is the most user friendly type of Dither, and it does not
restrict you from further downstream processing.
You have to select Dither Resolution and Dither Width according
to your application.
Most often, low level signals are stereo signals like ambience or
Reverb. In this case the un-correlated (stereo) Dither, which you
can compare to Analog tape hiss, is the best choice.
When in doubt - use stereo Dither *. To use this option, set the
Finalizer Dither width at “S”.
Note: For listening in mono, stereo Dither will sum at +3dB.
Dither is a randomization tool working around the noise floor.
It is a noise-tool intended to blur Digital noise and it should be
applied correctly to avoid drawing to much attention to the Dither
itself.
If your low level signals are mono, mono Dither will be the most
unobtrusive. To use this option, set Finalizer Dither width at “M”.
Note: For listening in mono, mono Dither will sum at +6dB.
If your low level signals are unfocused, out-of-phase Dither may
be your best choice. To use this option, set Finalizer Dither width
at “INV”.
When listening in mono, Inv Dither will disappear. You can
Dither to 8, 16, 18, 20, 22 or 24 bits.
Note: The Dither parameter is always reset when changing the
primary Output.
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* Stereo Dither is only available from software version 3.00.
Please contact your local dealer for further information regarding
software update and update fee.
Fade
The Finalizer is capable of auto-fades up to 60 seconds.
- Select the Fade Curve, Fade Time and Direction.
- Turn the ADJUST wheel to select direction.
Manual fade is also an option. Simply select the Lev. parameter
and use the ADJUST wheel as fader.
The manual fade function can also be controlled by the optional
TC Master Fader. To use this facility the Pedal Input in the
Utility menu must be set to Ext. Fader. Please see the Utility
menu on page 40. The optional Master Fader is described on
page 56.