Encoding Format; Wav; Flac; Ogg - Russound SMS3 INSTALL Installation Manual

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OPTIONS & STATUS CONFIGURATION

ENCODING FORMAT

The encoding format for CDs must be set before cataloging music. When the media server reads an
audio CD and stores the tracks as files on its internal hard drive, the encoding format tells it how to
convert and store that file. It can be converted with no loss of information or some loss of informa-
tion, stored compressed to save hard drive space, or stored uncompressed to preserve its playback
quality.
FORMAT
The format choices available are WAV, FLAC, OGG and MP3 (default setting). Each encoding format is
unique and has its advantages depending on your preferences.

WAV

Audio files in WAV format are uncompressed and retain all information when encoded. Use WAV when
audio playback quality is valued over preserving hard drive space on the media server, or if file size
is not a concern.

FLAC

Audio files in FLAC format are compressed to at least 50% of their original style but are lossless,
meaning that audio is compressed without any loss in audio playback quality. Use FLAC when smaller
file size is as important as playback quality.
OGG (short for OGG Vorbis)
Audio files in OGG format are compressed and may lose some information to make them smaller.
Typically, OGG removes only those parts that won't be noticed by the human ear. Use OGG when
small file size and hard drive space conservation is more important than original-quality playback.
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