Grass Valley PDR v.2.1 - Manual (Page 143)

Glossary
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Hard disk
Computer systems use hard disks as permanent storage devices. Information
is magnetically recorded on spinning platters for quick access.
Hardware
The physical parts of a system, such as a computer, display monitor, or
keyboard.
Help
Profile software applications come with on-line help manuals that include
examples, demonstrations, and reference information about using the
application. The manual, and the Help window it is displayed in, follow the
Microsoft standard.
Hertz (Hz)
Hertz is the unit of frequency named after the physicist Heinrich Hertz
(1857–1894). One hertz (Hz) is equal to 1 cycle/second.
Hue
A term that describes a color family (for example, red or yellow). Hue is a
polar coordinate—that is, it moves in a circular motion around the color
spectrum—and ranges from 0 to 360, with 0 being red. Hue is measured in
degrees. See Chroma.
Input device
A device that allows you to send information to a software application.
Typical input devices include keyboards, mice, tablets, and trackballs. See
Pointer and Pointing Device.
Insert record mode
In insert record mode, audio and video material can be recorded
independently. New material can replace existing material anywhere in the
program. Insert record mode requires timecode on the destination.
Interface
A common connection that is used for sending or accepting information and
control between programs and machines.