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Linking Multiple 788T Recorders for Simultaneous Recording

When 8 inputs and 12 tracks aren’t enough, multiple 788T recorders can be connected for multi-unit recording. The note below describes the process of linking three 788T recorders together for a total of 24 inputs and 36 tracks.

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Saving a Setup File on 7-Series Recorders

7-Series recorders have the ability to save a user-defined Setup File. This Setup File includes all settings selected in the menu and can be saved to the recorder’s internal hard drive or to a CompactFlash card.

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Wave Agent on Linux

Wine is a Windows application loader for the Linux operating system with a well-established history. Using wine, it is possible to install and run the Windows version of Wave Agent beta on Linux, with a few limitations. Wine is available in the official repositories of most popular Linux distributions.

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788T Powering from Li-ion Batteries

All 7-Series recorders, including the 788T, operate from removable, rechargeable Li-ion batteries. On power up, the 788T briefly draws more current from these Li-ion batteries than during continuous operation. This “in-rush” current is caused by the numerous circuits initially being energized. Reports from the field indicate that some L-Mount Li-ion batteries available in the market […]

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Audio Record Time Calculations

The following calculator will find the amount of storage space required given a time value, or the amount of time available with a given amount of storage space.

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AES 42 Support in 788T

Sound Devices introduced AES 42 digital microphone support in the 788T with firmware revision 1.5 beta. AES 42 is a protocol for direct digital interconnection between microphones and devices, such as mixers and recorders.

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