Studio Maintenance
Successful and responsible use of the intricate technology
in modern audio environments is a challenge. An audio recording
system may be as simple as a microphone connected to a tape recorder,
or an environment as elaborate as OIART's main studios- automated
24/32 track recording and mixing facilities (analogue and digital)
with SMPTE/MIDI synchronization and hard-disc editing.
As the intricacy of an audio system increases,
so does its susceptibility to breakdown. Regardless of complexity
level, optimal performance from the equipment is essential. This
is primarily achieved through:
- proper interconnection of audio devices
- routine maintenance
- accurate mechanical and electronic calibration
- equipment alignment.
The ability to recognize, trouble-shoot, solve
or work around a technical problem and to communicate effectively
with electronic suppliers and technicians presupposes a fundamental
understanding of electronic concepts components and use of basic
test equipment.
Our students develop an indispensable technical
literacy with both analogue and digital systems in the Studio
Maintenance course through theoretical and practical as well as
workshops.
Course Outline
| Topic |
Format |
| Cable Architecture/Construction |
Lecture/Labs |
| Soldering Techniques |
Lecture/Labs |
| VOM/ Oscilloscope Operation/Testing |
Lectures/Labs
|
| Techniques |
Lectures |
| Series/Parallel Circuits and Ohm's Law |
Lectures/Labs |
| Schematic Symbols and Diagrams |
Lectures |
| A.C. and D.C. Circuits |
Lectures |
| Transformers |
Lectures/Lab |
| Semiconductors, Diodes/Transistors |
Lectures/Lab |
| Capacitors and Inductors |
Lectures/Lab |
| Reactance and Impedance |
Lecture |
| Essential Parts of an ATR |
Lecture/Labs |
Transport Alignment
|
Lectures/Labs |
| Theory of Magnetism |
Lecture |
| Head Composition/Alignment |
Lecture/Labs |
| Magnetic Tape Medium |
Lecture |
| Reproduce Process |
Lecture/Labs |
| Erasure and Record Process/Bias |
Lecture/Labs |
| Repro/Record Losses, Need for Equalization |
Lecture |
| Monitor Alignment |
Lecture/Labs |
| MDM Maintenance and Service |
Lecture |
| Total Class Hours |
30 |
| Total Lab Hours |
20 |
| Course Length |
2 Semesters |
|
