Glossary of terms – Clark Synthesis TACTILE SOUND TA0.1 User Manual
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Term
Definition
On/Auto/Off Switch
The switch next to the Crossover Control that allows the user to place the
amplifier into Auto On/Standby mode, On, or Off.
When the switch is set to “On,” the amplifier will remain powered on,
regardless of whether an input signal is present or not.
When the switch is set to “Auto” and no input signal is received by the
amplifier, the amplifier will go into Standby mode. Upon sensing an input
signal, the amplifier will power on automatically.
When the switch is set to “Off,” the amplifier will power off.
Pre-Amp
A low-voltage, internal amplifier within audio receivers that prepares the
signal to be sent to a powered amplifier.
Receiver
As used in this manual, a receiver is a general term for the audio source. An
example would be a Home Theater Surround Sound Receiver.
RF/LF Signals
Right Front and Left Front signals.
Tactile Sound
A term used to describe the effect of hearing sound by making physical
contact with a surface that has been activated with an audio transducer.
Transducer (Audio)
An audio device that reproduces sound by physically activating a resonant
surface.
X-Over Control
(see definition under Crossover Control)
Y Adapter
An adapter cable that takes an audio input signal from a single connector
and splits the signal so it can be sent to two connectors.