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Category » Digital Binloop

There were 19 questions found in this category:

1. Can I block the air vents on my Digital Binloop?
   Sure, if you're trying to make toast in the PC-Card slots. Otherwise, don't do it, and don't ask me again.
2. Can I connect Alcorn McBride video players to an LCD Screen?
   Yes, the players can be used to drive various LCD screens such as TFT screens. The standard definition players output NTSC or PAL frequencies, so only an LCD that accepts component or composite video at these frequencies will work. Many desktop PC monitors will not sync to these standard video f ...
3. Can the Binloop be responsible for syncing all the equipment in a venue?
   The Binloop controller card is, essentially, a SMPTE Machine, so you don't need both a SMPTE Machine and a Binloop. Most installations don't need SMPTE at all, even if the show media was designed using timecode. The show controller knows what frame everything is on, usually because it is locked ...
4. How closely can I synchronize tracks in a Digital Binloop?
   Using a synchronized play command, or triggering a group of Reproducers from a SMPTE or EBU timecode trigger, the audio tracks will be synchronized to the sample.
5. How do I control the Binloop using RS232?
   If you're using an Alcorn Show Controller simply select the Digital Binloop as the protocol for the serial port you have connected to the Binloop. If you need to serially control the Binloop using a different controller, it is best to use either a MIDI or RS232 connection. Either connection use ...
6. How do I control the Binloop using RS232?
   If you don't have an Alcorn McBride show controller, but you still want some control over the Binloop, you have to use MIDI Show Control formatted commands. You can find these commands in the Binloop Manual. Make sure you check these three things: 1. Jumpers on the controller card must be set f ...
7. How do I create an .AMS or a .SFD sound file from a .WAV file?
   These file types are raw PCM data, .AMS is mono audio and .SFD is stereo audio. You will require some audio editing software such as Adobe Audition to make the conversion. Using your editing program, open up the audio file and convert it to or save it as 'Raw PCM' data. Then before you save the ...
8. How do I read from SMPTE input?
   Make sure that Jumper W4 directly behind the buttons on the Controller Card is set to SMPTE. The Controller Card is located behind the left front panel on the 16 slot Binloop or behind the right front panel on the older 12 slot Binloop.Connect your SMPTE cable to the Binloop SMPTE input. The Bin ...
9. How do I synchronize multiple Binloops?
   To synchronize multiple Binloops you must first have an external video sync source such as a Horita BSG-50 connected to each Binloop. Then, select one Binloop to be the master and configure it as described below. The SMPTE output of the master can then be connected to the SMPTE input of the firs ...
10. How do I verify files on PC Card media used in Alcorn McBride equipment.
    All laptops have PC Card slots, and desktop PCs can be equipped with them. One company that makes PC card adapters for desktop PCs is http://www.adtron.com]Adtron Corporation. You can plug the PC Card media from your Alcorn McBride Binloop, LightCue, or Audio Machine into the PC and read it like ...
11. Sounds played on my Digital Binloop are garbled but not on the PC. Why?
    Your media is probably fragmented. The Digital Binloop and Digital Audio Machine are busy little pieces of equipment. To speed things up, they require that the sectors of the sound be in order. Windows has a penchant for fragmenting the data as it's copied into your PC-Card; deleting and recopyi ...
12. The Green Reproducer LED is on, but there's no sound. Why?
    A couple of things could cause this. First, verify that you have a file containing audio on the media. You can normally use a regular PC to audition the material, especially if it's .WAV file. All laptops have PC card slots, and desktop PCs can be equipped with them. One company that makes PC ca ...
13. What form of storage do the 8TraXX, LightCue, DAM, and Binloop use?
    The Audio Machine and 8TraXX use compact flash cards, which are available from the list below. Both units are shipped with a 16MB compact flash card to get you started. You can approximate the amount of memory you'll need for MP3 decent quality audio (128Kbits/sec) as approximately 1 megabyte pe ...
14. What is the largest video file size I can play on the DVM-7400 or Binloop?
    The embedded file system used in the DVM and Digital Binloop is limited to 2GB (2,147,483,647 bytes to be exact). This is only the limit of the file, not the limit of the Compact Flash card.The solution for playing longer files in the DVM is to seam them together using seamless playlists.
15. What is the operating temperature specification for Alcorn McBride audio/video playback equipment?
    32degrees F (0degrees C) to 100degrees F (38degrees C). Proper free air ventilation should be provided for all equipment. During operation or storage, the equipment should never be subject to humidity where moisture could condense on or inside the enclosure Pay particular attention to audio/vide ...
16. What type of digital audio interface is used with Alcorn McBride equipment?
    Alcorn McBride audio equipment uses either AES/EBU or S/PDIF digital audio standards. Check the manual for the specific unit you are using to determine whether or not one or both standards are supported, and how to select between the two.
17. What types of PC Card media are compatible with Alcorn McBride audio and video equipment?
    Alcorn McBride audio and video players that use PC Card media use only ATA Type 1, Type 2, or Type 3 PC cards, or Compact Flash CF Cards. They can be either solid state Flash or hard drives, although solid state will generally be more reliable over the long-term. In general, a couple of verified ...
18. Why do I get a red blinking LED on my Binloop Reproducer card whenever I try to play a file?
    Check that the file number that you're trying to play actually exists on the PC Card by checking the directory using a laptop or desktop computer equipped with a PC Card slot. Also try formatting the PC Card in the Binloop before copying files or recording to it. Avoid renaming files on the PC C ...
19. Why won't my Binloop record?
    There are several reasons why you may be unable to record to your Binloop. First, make sure that your Binloop is equipped with record-capable Reproducer cards. You can verify which type of Reproducer cards you have simply by removing the front panel (remove four screws in the front corners) and ...