Typographic Conventions - Alesis DG8 Reference Manual

Introduction
T
YPOGRAPHIC
In this manual, we attempt to make the reading as easy as possible by using fonts
and symbols that are easy to identify. The following list describes the conventions we
use in the manual for special or important information.
Slider, button and back panel labels are in
Words or phrases that appear in the display are
resembles the display characters
A new or important term is in italics followed by its definition or contextual meaning.
Paragraphs in italics provide additional information on a topic that might be helpful in
understanding certain important concepts.
Tip: A hint or special example called a Tip is set off from the main text by a box with
a light-gray fill.
Important instructions or emphasis on a word or phrase are printed in boldface
type.
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C
ONVENTIONS
When something extremely important appears in the manual, an
icon like the one on the left will appear in the left margin. This
indicates that this information is vital when operating the DG8.
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SMALL BOLD CAPITALS
printed using type that
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