Cyberlink AudioDirector - 8.0 User’s Guide
CyberLink
AudioDirector
User's Guide
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Contents
Introduction
................................................................................................1Welcome
.................................................................................................1Latest Features
.................................................................................................2DirectorZone and CyberLink Cloud
.................................................................................................2AudioDirector Ve rsions
................................................................................................4System Requirements
AudioDirector Workspace
................................................................................................5AudioDirector Rooms
................................................................................................6Media Library
.................................................................................................6Sorting Media in the Library
................................................................................................7Adjustments and Effects Panel
................................................................................................7AudioDirector Timeline
.................................................................................................8Audio C hannels
.................................................................................................10Range Selection
.................................................................................................11Timeline View
.................................................................................................12Timeline Markers
.................................................................................................13Timeline Zoom
.................................................................................................13De termine Tempo/Metronome
................................................................................................15AudioDirector Quick Bar
................................................................................................16Playback Controls
.................................................................................................17Video File Playback
.................................................................................................20Audio Level Meter
................................................................................................21Audio Output (Codec) Preview
................................................................................................22Expanding the Workspace
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................................................................................................24Keyframes Panel
.................................................................................................24Volume Tab
.................................................................................................24Effec t Tab
Importing Media
.................................................................................................26Supported Formats
.................................................................................................27Downloading Sound Clips from DirectorZone
.................................................................................................28Downloading Media Files from CyberLink Cloud
.................................................................................................29Sound Clips Library
.................................................................................................30Record Audio Settings
.................................................................................................31Using Loop Recording to Record Audio
AudioDirector Projects
Basic Audio Editing
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................................................................................................26Importing Audio and Video Files
................................................................................................27Downloading Sound Clips and Media Files
................................................................................................29Recording Audio
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................................................................................................33Exporting Projects
................................................................................................34CyberLink Cloud Projects
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................................................................................................35Converting Audio Profiles
................................................................................................36Using the Editing Tools
................................................................................................36Normalizing Audio
Adjusting Audio
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................................................................................................38Boosting Audio Volume
................................................................................................39Applying Fades
................................................................................................41Trimming Audio
................................................................................................42Adjusting Length (Change Speed)
................................................................................................43Shifting Pitch
................................................................................................44Using the Pitch Bender
................................................................................................45Inserting Silence
................................................................................................46Inserting Noise
................................................................................................46Reversing Audio
................................................................................................47Ambience Match
.................................................................................................48Adding Ambience
.................................................................................................48Extracting Am bience
................................................................................................50Adjusting the Master Volume
................................................................................................51Panning Audio Left/Right
Applying Audio Effects
Restoring Audio
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................................................................................................53Using Dynamic Range Control
................................................................................................54Adding Delays
................................................................................................56Adding Reverb
................................................................................................57Creating a Phase Effect
................................................................................................58Creating a Flange Effect
................................................................................................60Adding a Chorus Effect
................................................................................................61Adding an Echo Effect
................................................................................................63Transforming Vocals
................................................................................................64Using the Equalizer
................................................................................................65Using the Stereo Expander
................................................................................................66Applying the Radio Effect
................................................................................................67Applying the Phone Effect
................................................................................................68Applying a Noise Gate
................................................................................................69Removing Vocals in Music
................................................................................................70Applying VST Effects
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................................................................................................71Using Visual Repair
.................................................................................................71Regional Selection Tools
.................................................................................................82Repairing the Audio
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................................................................................................84Using Noise Reduction
.................................................................................................85Auto Denoise
.................................................................................................85Noise Re duction
................................................................................................87Using Clipping Removal
................................................................................................88Using Click Removal
................................................................................................88Using Hum Removal
.................................................................................................89Simple Mode
.................................................................................................90Advanced Mode
................................................................................................92Using Hiss Removal
................................................................................................93Using Plosive Removal
Mix Room
.................................................................................................97Configuring Audio Profile Settings
.................................................................................................97Adding Media to Your Mix
.................................................................................................98Mixing Audio
.................................................................................................104Using Audio Transitions
.................................................................................................107Applying Adjustments in the Mix Room
................................................................................................109Using Automated Dialogue Alignment
Producing the Audio
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................................................................................................95Creating an Audio Mix
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................................................................................................113Supported Output Formats
................................................................................................113Producing Audio
................................................................................................115Producing Video
Sharing and Backing Up Audio
Creating CDs
AudioDirector Preferences
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................................................................................................121General Preferences
................................................................................................122File Preferences
................................................................................................122Project Preferences
................................................................................................123DirectorZone Preferences
................................................................................................123Audio Settings Preferences
................................................................................................124Hardware Acceleration Preferences
................................................................................................124CyberLink Cloud Preferences
AudioDirector Hotkeys
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Licensing and Copyright
Information
Technical Support
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................................................................................................129Before Contacting Technical Support
................................................................................................130Web Support
................................................................................................130Help Resources
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Note: this document is for reference and informational use only. Its content
and the corresponding program are subject to change without notice.
Chapter 1:
Introduction
This chapter introduces the CyberLink AudioDirector program and includes an
overview of its features. It also outlines the recommended system requirements for
running the program.
Welcome
Welcome to the CyberLink family of digital software programs. CyberLink
AudioDirector lets you record, trim, cut, restore, and enhance digital audio from
both imported audio files or the audio track in your videos. You can also apply
effects to audio, save audio in different formats, and mix the audio from multiple
sources into one file.
Latest Features
This section outlines some of the latest features within the CyberLink AudioDirector
program.
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Record from multiple devices at once in the Mix room.
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Adds support for 360º viewer mode for 360º video.
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Remove thumps/pops in audio with Plosive Removal.
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Add background ambience to audio clips with Ambience Match, or extract it
from existing clips.
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Use audio output preview to hear audio adjustments in real-time with a
selected codec applied.
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Remix audio clips to make them longer or shorter.
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Adds support for VST3 plugins.
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Note: CyberLink Cloud is a subscription cloud storage service that is
included with some CyberLink products, and is available for purchase
through our web site. For more detailed information, see
https://www.cyberlink.com/products/cyberlink-cloud/.
DirectorZone and CyberLink Cloud
You can upload/download sound clips, and back up media, preferences, projects,
and more with the DirectorZone and CyberLink Cloud features.
DirectorZone
DirectorZone is a web service that lets you download sound clips created by other
users, so you can use them in your audio. You may also share your own custom
sound clips by uploading them to DirectorZone.
To access the benefits of DirectorZone, you can sign in by clicking the button at
the top of the window to open the AudioDirector preferences, and then on the
DirectorZone tab. See DirectorZone Preferences for more information.
Also, be sure to periodically click the button to check out the latest
DirectorZone B ulletin. Just click in this section in the Notifications window to view
the bulletin. Or go to https://directorzone.cyberlink.com to find out more
information on the features and benefits of the DirectorZone web service.
CyberLink Cloud
CyberLink Cloud is a cloud storage service from CyberLink where users can upload
and download their sound clips, AudioDirector projects, produced media clips, and
more. CyberLink Cloud allows users to back up media, preferences, projects, etc.,
and ensure their working environment is the same on multiple computers.
AudioDirector Versions
The features that are available in CyberLink AudioDirector are completely
dependent on the version you have installed on your computer. Click the
AudioDirector logo in the top right to determine the version and build number for
your copy of CyberLink AudioDirector.
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Note: you must connect to the Internet to use this feature.
AudioDirector Live
AudioDirector Live is a subscription based version of CyberLink AudioDirector that
provides all the audio editing features you expect, and adds the CyberLink Cloud
storage service and more.
With a AudioDirector Live subscription, you get:
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All the advanced audio editing features of the Ultra version of CyberLink
AudioDirector.
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The ability to back up program preferences, projects, and sound clips on the
cloud storage space CyberLink Cloud.
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Guaranteed updates to the latest versions of CyberLink AudioDirector Ultra.
AudioDirector Live is the must-have solution for on-the-go audio editors who want
easy access to their media and the latest up-to-date editing technologies.
Updating AudioDirector
Software upgrades and updates (patches) are periodically available from CyberLink.
CyberLink AudioDirector automatically prompts you when either is available.
To update your software, do this:
1. Click the button to open the Notifications window.
2. Check the New U pdates and U pgrade Info sections.
3. Select an item in these sections to open your web browser, where you can
purchase product upgrades or download the latest patch update.
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Note: to ensure you can enjoy all the features within CyberLink
AudioDirector, make sure your computer meets or exceeds the minimum
system requirements.
Minimum S ystem R equirements
Operating
System
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Microsoft Windows 10, 8/8.1, 7 (64-bit OS recommended)
Processor (CPU)
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Multi-core Intel processor with 64-bit support
Graphics
Processor
(GPU)
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128 MB VGA VRAM or higher
Memory
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2 GB required (6 GB or above recommended)
Hard Disk
Space
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1 GB required
Screen
Resolution
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1024 x 768, 16-bit color or above
Sound Card
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Windows compatible sound card is required
Internet
Connection
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Internet connection also required for initial software and
file formats activation
System Requirements
The system requirements listed below are recommended as minimums for running
CyberLink AudioDirector.
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Chapter 2:
AudioDirector Workspace
This chapter provides a complete overview of the CyberLink AudioDirector
workspace. It also takes you through the settings used to customize the program to
your preference.
A - Imp ort Med ia, B - Open Sound Cl ips Li brary, C - Dow nload Sound Cl ips From Di rectorZone, D Downl oad Y our Audio Files From DirectorZone/ CyberLink Clo ud, E - Me dia Li brary, F - Sort Media , G
- Audio Director Ro oms, H - Audi oDirector Preferences, I - Timel ine Sli der, J - Audio Director Quic k Bar,
K - R ange Sel ection, L - Audi o Channel s, M - Ti mebase Displ ay (Tim ecode/Tempo ), N - Chann el
Selectio n, O - Toggl e Timeli ne View , P - Timeli ne Zoo m Controls, Q - Audi o Level Meter, R - Determine
Tempo/M etronome, S - Key frame P anel, T - Exp and Workspace , U - Audio Output (Codec) Preview, V Record Audio, W - Playb ack Controls, X - Adjustments and Effects Pa nel
AudioDirector Rooms
CyberLink AudioDirector has the following main rooms: the Edit, Restore, Mix, and
Create CD rooms.
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Edit: in this room you can adjust, trim, cut, and enhance digital audio, and
muc h more. See Editing Audio for more information.
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Restore: in this room you can repair audio clips using the Click Removal,
Clipping Removal, and Noise Reduction features, or manually fix audio using
the Visual Repair. See Restoring Audio for more information.
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Mix: in this room you can record and mix multiple audio tracks into one
custom ized file. See Mixing Audio for more information.
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Create CD: in this room you can use the media in the library to create CDs in
the audio CD format. See Creating CDs for more information.
The workspace within each CyberLink AudioDirector room is different, but do
contain common features and areas. All the rooms have the audio library, as well as
the AudioDirector quick bar you use to edit and add audio as required.
Media Library
When you import media into CyberLink AudioDirector, it is available in the media
library. You can freely edit, restore, and apply effects to all of the media in the
media library, or use the media in the Mix room.
You can import audio and also video files into the media library, as CyberLink
AudioDirector lets you edit and restore the audio track of videos you import.
See Importing Media into the Library for more information on importing audio and
videos files into the media library.
Sorting Media in the Library
You can easily sort the media in the AudioDirector library by selecting a sort option
from the list.
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Note: the timeline can display up to 8 channels (7.1 channel). See Audio
Channels for more information.
Note: you can change the timebase display (the values along the top of the
timeline) b y clicking either the Timecode or Bar/Beat button above the
timeline. Timecode displays the audio by playback time, while Bar/Beat
displays the audio by beats per minute (BPM) or its tempo. See Determine
Tempo/Metronome for more information on using Bar/Beat as your timebase
display.
You have the option of sorting the media in ascending or descending order by file
name, duration, or the date the media was created.
Adjustments and Effects Panel
The adjustments and effects panel is where you set the edits you want to make to
your audio clips and apply effects. The adjustments and effects that are displayed
depends on which room you are in.
AudioDirector Timeline
The timeline is a visual representation of the digital audio files selected in the media
library. When a media file is selected, CyberLink AudioDirector displays each of its
audio channels separately in the tim eline.
The values along the top of the timeline display either the audio file's playback time
(timecode) or tempo (bar/beat), depending on your selected timebase display
preference.
The values along the right of the timeline indicate the audio intensity, or loudness,
measured in decibels.
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Note: you can switch the view of the timeline by clicking the buttons in the
top right corner of the program. See Timeline View for more information.
The timeline is available in the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms of CyberLink
AudioDirector, and is where you work on editing, restoring, and mixing your audio
files.
When you click the play button, the timeline slider begins to move, indicating the
current playback position. If required, you can click and drag the timeline slider to
any position if you want to jump forward in the audio.
In the Mix room there are multiple tracks in the timeline. Each file you add, adds
another layer of audio onto the final outputted media represented by the Master
Track.
See Mixing Audio for information on mixing audio in CyberLink AudioDirector.
Audio Channels
When a media file is selected in the library, CyberLink AudioDirector displays all of
its audio channels in the timeline. The timeline can display up to eight channels,
and supports the following audio channel configurations:
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Note: CyberLink AudioDirector supports the import and edit of audio and
video files with 5.1 channel audio. It also supports the import of audio and
video files with 7.1 channels, but only for .WAV audio files are all 8 channels
displayed in the program and available for editing. For video files with 7.1
channel audio, two of the audio channels (BL/BR) are hidden and unavailable
for editing.
Channel Label
Channel Type
L
Front left
R
Front right
C
Center
LFE
Low-frequency effects
Lb
Back left
Rb
Back right
Lc
Front left of center
Rc
Front right of center
BC
Back center
Ls
Side left
Rs
Side right
TpC
Top center
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7.1 surround sound (8 channels).
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5.1 surround sound (6 channels).
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stereo (2 channels).
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mono (1 channel).
Multi-Channel Display
When a media file has more than one audio channel, each audio channel is labeled
in the top left corner. The following table defines the terminology for all the
possible audio channel types available in a selected media file and the possible
availability for the various audio channel configurations:
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Channel Label
Channel Type
TpFL
Top front left
TpFC
Top front center
TpFR
Top front right
TpBL
Top back left
TpBC
Top back center
TpBR
Top back left
Note: the type of channel that is available in the selected media file is
completely dependent on the audio configuration of the file.
Selecting Channels for Editing
When you are editing and restoring audio in CyberLink AudioDirector, you can
choose to apply the edits, effects, fixes, etc. to all the channels, or just one single
channel.
Click if you want to apply the edits to all of the audio channels, or to
make edits on one specific channel only. Once selected, just click the channel you
want to apply the edits to in the timeline.
Range Selection
When editing and restoring audio, drag the timeline slider to a position in the
timeline (or use the playback controls to find the position), and then click and drag
one of the yellow nodes on either side of the timeline slider to select a range of the
audio.
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You can also click and drag on the waveform directly to select a range of the audio.
Note that when you select a range of the audio, the editing tools on the
AudioDirector quick bar become active. See Using the Editing Tools for detailed
information about using each of these tools.
Details about the selected range are indicated in the Start, End, and Length fields
below the timeline. Once you have a range of an audio file's wave form selected,
you can then preview, cut, copy, delete or crop it as required.
Timeline View
When a file is selected in the media library in the Edit or Restore rooms, CyberLink
AudioDirector by default displays the waveform view for each channel in the
timeline.
There are two available timeline views to choose from: click for the waveform
view, or for spec tral f requency view.
Click the buttons in the top right corner of the timeline to switch between the two
available views.
Waveform View
When a file is selected in the media library, CyberLink AudioDirector by default
displays the waveform information for each channel in the timeline. The waveform
view is a visual representation of both the time and the audio intensity (or loudness,
measured in decibels) of the audio in each channel.
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Spectral Frequency View
The spectral frequency view is a graphical representation of the audio in each
channel, and is ideal when using the Visual Repair feature. The colored graph you
see in this view is a three dimensional illustration of the audio attributes in the
selected media file.
The graph shows playback time along the top, and the frequency (relative pitch) of
the audio (measured in hertz) along the right. The colors on the graph indicate the
amplitude or strength of the audio at the point in time. The lighter the color, the
louder the audio is at that frequency and time.
Timeline Markers
When editing, restoring, or mixing audio, click to add a timeline marker at the
current position of the timeline slider. Markers are used to mark the positions in
your audio files where you might want to edit the audio file or start an effect from.
In the Mix room, use markers when adding audio clips as they will snap to the
timeline markers.
Adding Timeline Markers
To add a timeline marker, do this:
1. Use the playback controls to find, or drag the timeline slider to the position
where you want the marker, and then click .
2. Input a Description for the new timeline marker, if required.
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Note: you can double-click on a time marker to edit its properties, if
required.
Note: when using the zoom controls, you can click the button at any to
time to zoom all the way back out for a full view of the audio waveform.
3. Click on OK to add the new timeline marker.
Timeline Zoom
When editing, restoring, or mixing audio on the timeline, use the controls to zoom
in on the audio timeline to make your editing more precise. There are two types of
zooming available: horizontal zoom and vertical zoom.
Horizontal Zoom
The horizontal zoom controls let you increase/decrease the time magnification of
the audio in the timeline.
Use these zoom controls if you want to, for example, zoom in on a specific two
seconds in an audio clip.
Vertical Zoom
Vertical zoom lets you increase/decrease the intensity magnification of the audio in
the timeline.
Use these zoom controls if you want to, for example, zoom in on a specific noise to
get a closer look at the waveform.
Determine Tempo/Metronome
When your timebase display is set to Bar/Beat, if required, you can determine your
audio file's tempo or enable the metronome for assistance.
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Note: CyberLink AudioDirector does not automatically calculate the tempo of
audio clips in the timeline. The Bar/Beat timebase display is just a guideline
for tempo you can use in your audio and video editing.
Note: if you know the tempo of the audio or you want to manually set the
tempo used in the timebase display, you can click in the field next to the
icon and enter it. It must be a number between 1 and 1280.
Note: before closing the Determine Tempo window, you can click Preview
to hear the tempo you set. You can also use the metronome to hear the
tempo during audio playback.
Determining Tempo
If you are not sure what the tempo of an audio file is, click the BPM button at the
bottom of the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms to open the Determine Tempo window.
You can also access this window in General preferences by clicking the Tempo
button.
To determine the tempo of an audio file, do this:
1. Start the playback of the audio you want to determine the tempo of.
2. Click the BPM button at the bottom of the Edit, Restore, or Mix room to open
the Determine Tempo window.
3. When ready, click the Tap button (or the T key on your keyboard) to the beat
of music. Tap several quarter notes, as the more taps your provide, the more
precise it will be in determining the tempo.
4. When you are done, click OK to set the detected tempo as the timebase
display.
Metronome
When using the Bar/Beat timebase display, you can click the Metronome button to
enable the metronome during playback. Once you click play to start the audio
playback, the metronome will accurately play tapping sounds to the set tempo.
Use this to check that the set tempo is precise, and make any adjustments if
required. You can change the set tempo by clicking in the field next to the icon
and entering it, or by clicking the BPM button to determine it manually. See
Determining Tempo for more information.
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Note: see Creating CDs for a description of the tools on the quick bar in the
Create CD room.
Button
Function
If in the Edit or Restore room, click this button to change the profile or
quality of the selected media file. See Converting Audio Profiles for
more information. If you're in the Mix room, click it to configure the
profile settings of the mixed audio you produce. See Mixing Audio for
more detailed information
In the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms you can click on this button to cut
a selected portion out of the audio file, and place it on your clipboard
for pasting. See Using the Editing Tools for more detailed information.
In the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms you can click on this button to
make a copy of a selected portion on your clipboard for pasting. See
Using the Editing Tools for more detailed information.
In the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms you can click on this button to
paste the audio wave form you cut or copied to the right of the
current timeline position. See Using the Editing Tools for more
detailed information.
In the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms you can click on this button to
delete a selected portion of the audio file. See Using the Editing Tools
for more detailed information.
In the Edit and Restore rooms you can click on this button to crop to
the selected portion of the audio file. See Using the Editing Tools for
more detailed information.
In the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms you can click this button to add
timeline markers at the current timeline slider position. See Timeline
Markers for more detailed information.
AudioDirector Quick Bar
The AudioDirector quick bar offers you several tools you can access in all the
rooms. Depending on which room you are in, the buttons on the quick bar differ.
The available functions on the AudioDirector quick bar are as follows:
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In the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms you can click this button to
normalize the selected audio. See Normalizing Audio for more
information.
In the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms you can click this button to share
the selected audio file on DirectorZone. See Sharing Audio on
DirectorZone for more detailed information.
In the Edit, Restore, and Mix rooms you can click this button to
produce the selected audio or video file, exporting it with all the edits
you made applied. See Producing Audio for more detailed
information.
Click this button in the Mix room to add a mix track to the timeline.
See Mixing Audio for more detailed information.
Click this button in the Mix room to split an audio file that is selected
on a mix track into two separate parts. See Mixing Audio for more
detailed information.
If you have a video clip that has audio recorded in a noisy
environment, click this button to use Automated Dialogue Alignment
to replace the audio. See Using Automated Dialogue Alignment for
more information.
Playback Controls
Click to play the audio from the current position to the end of the track.
Click to pause playback.
Click to stop playback.
If is displayed, the current audio file plays to the end of the track. If
is displayed, the audio will loop continuously until you click pause or stop.
Click to toggle between the two available audio playback behaviors.
Playback Controls
While adjusting, editing, and mixing audio in CyberLink AudioDirector, use the
available playback controls to preview the audio. To preview the audio, use the
controls as follows:
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Click to make the timeline slider jump to the beginning of the current
selected audio track or selected range of the audio waveform.
During playback, click and hold this button to rewind through the current
audio track.
During playback, click and hold this button to fast forward through the
current audio track.
Click to make the timeline slider jump to the end of the current selected
audio track or selected range of the audio waveform.
Click to record custom audio in CyberLink AudioDirector. See Recording
Audio for detailed information on recording custom audio in the
program.
Video File Playback
When you import video files into the library, a small video preview displays in the
bottom left corner of the CyberLink AudioDirector window when it is selected.
When you click play, the video plays with the audio for added reference when
editing the video file's audio track.
During playback, you can:
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click to minimize the video preview window. Click to restore it.
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click to undock the preview window if you would like a larger preview
that you can resize to your preference. You can also double-click on the
undocked window's title bar to go to full screen, if required.
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the video preview window also includes slightly different playback controls,
that include the and buttons you can use to step backwards or
forwards one frame when the video is paused.
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click to re-dock the preview window to the bottom left.
360º Videos
When 360º video files are imported into CyberLink AudioDirector, you can click the
button to view it in the 360º mode.
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360 Controls
When playing 360° video files, there are extra 360° controls available in the preview
window.
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Note: you can also use your mouse's scroll wheel to zoom in and out within
the 360° view.
When viewing or playing a 360° video file, you can click and drag on the preview
window to pan around the 360° environment or use the controls to pan left,
right, up, or down. Note that you can click the in the middle of the controls at
any time to reset to the default viewing position.
Audio Level Meter
Use the audio level meter to view the audio level, or loudness in decibels, of the
current clip at different moments in time during playback. If the audio levels rise to
the red levels, you can adjust the master volume to lower the audio level.
In the Mix room, each mix track has its own audio level meter. Just use the volume
slider to the left of the track to adjust the audio level as necessary.
There are also audio level meters for each track in the Mix room's mixer panel. See
Mixer Panel for more information.
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Note: when previewing a video file's audio with a selected codec, the video is
not available.
Audio Output (Codec) Preview
Before you adjust, edit, and mix audio in CyberLink AudioDirector, you can click the
Codec button below the timeline to enable audio output preview. Enabling this
allows you to preview your audio with a selected codec in real-time while you work.
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Note: the audio output preview options you set, will be used in the default
profile settings when you produce the audio.
Click the next to the Codec button to change the audio output preview options
as follows:
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Format: select the format you want to use in the audio preview from the
drop-down.
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Bitrate/Compression level: if required, set the bitrate for the audio preview by
selecting it from the drop-down.
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Sample rate: set the sample rate of the audio preview by selecting it from the
drop-down.
Expanding the Workspace
You can adjust the CyberLink AudioDirector workspace to fit your editing
requirements. For example, you can expand out the adjustment and effects panel
to get better look at all the available controls, if required.
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You can also expand the keyframe panel for a better view when adjusting the
master volume and panning audio left or right. Doing so, reduces the width of the
audio tracks in the timeline.
If you have lots of media in the library, you can expand it to view all the files.
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