Apple Logic (1.1) - Manual (Page 122)

122 Glossary
option 1) Alternative function, often in the form of a checkbox, sometimes also
available as a menu entry. 2) Modifier key, in Windows terminology this key is also
known as Alt key.
Output Object Audio Object in Logic’s Environment controlling the output level and
pan/balance for each output on your audio interface. They are assigned to a specific
hardware output in their Object Parameter box.
pan, pan position The placement of mono audio signals in the stereo field, by setting
different levels on both sides.
Parameter box Field on the left side of Logic’s windows used to adjust the parameters
of the selected Regions or Objects.
Parameters area Area at the left edge of the Arrange window and editors, containing
the Parameter boxes, Toolbox and channel strip (Arrange window) of the selected track.
Pencil tool Tool used to create empty MIDI Regions in the Arrange window. It can also
be used to add Audio Regions to the Arrange window, when used in conjunction with
the Shift key. In the Sample Editor, the Pencil can be used to draw out transient signal
spikes (pops and clicks) in signals.
pitch The perceived highness or lowness of a musical sound. Corresponds to the
frequency of the sound wave.
playback Playing an Audio or MIDI Region or an entire arrangement, allowing you to
hear it.
plug-in Software application that enhances the functionality of the main program (in
this case, Logic). Logic’s plug-ins are typically software instruments or effects.
Plug-in window A window that launches when a plug-in is inserted, or the Insert/
Instrument slot is double-clicked. Allows you to interact with the plug-in parameters.
Pointer tool The default Toolbox tool. Used to select and/or edit Regions, events, menu
or interface items and more in Logic.
position indicator Units: bars, beats, sub-divisions (often written simply as divisions in
this manual) and ticks.
Preferences window A window that is accessed via the Logic > Preferences menu. All
Logic preferences can be set in this window.
preset Set of plug-in parameter values that can be loaded, saved, copied or pasted via
the Settings menu in the Plug-In window header. See setting and Settings menu.