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MODE: Select how the input signal is to be
encoded:
STEREO: The codec treats the signal as left and
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right channel of a stereo signal.
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JOINT STEREO: The codec may convert right and
left channel to a mid/side signal if the available
bandwidth is limited.
DUAL CHANNEL: The codec treats left and right
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channels as separate signals.
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MONO: The codec is fed a single-channel signal that
is formed according to the MONO MODE setting.
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SAMPLING RATE: Select a sampling rate of 48 kHz
or 32 kHz. A higher sampling rate results in a
higher audio bandwidth. However, not every
codec can use this at all data rates. (Not available
for all codecs).
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DATA RATE: A higher data rate provides better
audio quality but requires higher transmission
bandwidth. (Not available for all codecs.)
Audio Coding (3)
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BIT RESOLUTION: A higher bit depth allows for a
higher dynamic range but requires a higher
transmission bandwidth. (Not available for all
codecs).
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BITRATE: If the data rate cannot be set directly
but results from the available parameters, it is
shown here for information.