Pro Tools 201 Certification Practice Test

The statement is explaining a feature that allows the user to select multiple adjacent tracks by clicking and dragging horizontally and vertically in one step. This feature saves time and effort by making it easier to select multiple tracks at once. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

Stereo tracks require 2 voices for record and playback. This is because stereo recording and playback involves two separate audio channels, typically referred to as left and right. Each channel requires its own voice or audio signal to be recorded and played back simultaneously, resulting in a total of 2 voices.

Pro Tools HD systems have the capability to use higher buffer settings compared to Pro Tools LE or M-Powered because they utilize dedicated DSP's to handle all the mixing tasks. This allows the CPU to be exclusively used for RTAS processing, resulting in improved performance and the ability to handle more demanding projects.

Voicing refers to the allocation of voices or channels for different audio tracks in a session. The question states that voicing is only affected by audio tracks. Therefore, deactivating other types of tracks such as instrument, aux, or MIDI will not free up any voices or channels in the session. This implies that only audio tracks consume voices, and deactivating them would be necessary to free up voices in the session.

This statement is false. Mono tracks only require one voice for record and playback. Mono refers to a single audio channel, meaning that the sound is coming from a single source and is played back through a single speaker or headphone. Stereo tracks, on the other hand, require two voices as they consist of two separate audio channels, providing a more immersive and spatial audio experience.

The "+" key command will nudge a region to the right.

The "-" key command will nudge a region to the left.

The given statement suggests that when other browsers of the same type are opened for the first time, they will automatically adopt preset number 1 as their default layout. This means that the layout settings of preset number 1 will be applied to these browsers without any manual intervention. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

When a main path is remapped, its sub-paths will automatically remap as well to ensure that the routing remains consistent. This means that any changes made to the main path will be reflected in the sub-paths, ensuring that the entire routing system remains coherent and functional. Therefore, the statement is true.

Allocating half of the available processors to RTAS processing ensures that there is enough processing power dedicated to running RTAS plug-ins, which are real-time audio processing tools commonly used in digital audio workstations. By doing so, it also leaves a significant amount of processing power for system operations and other applications, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow without overloading the system. Therefore, the answer is true.

After screen scrolling, pressing the Left or Right Arrow key on the keyboard allows you to quickly relocate to the current insertion point. This means that if you have scrolled down or up on the screen, you can easily find your place again by using the arrow keys.

The correct answer is "Option". The Option key acts as both the reverse and do to all for key commands. This means that by pressing the Option key along with a specific key or combination of keys, it can perform reverse actions or apply commands to multiple items at once.

When entering numbers in Pro Tools, it is best to enter them from left to right. This is because Pro Tools always zeros out all fields to the right, meaning that if you were to enter a number from right to left, any digits to the right of the entered number would be automatically set to zero. Therefore, to avoid any unintended changes to the values, it is recommended to enter numbers from left to right in Pro Tools.

Master faders are used in audio mixing to control the overall level of a mix. They do not utilize any DSP (Digital Signal Processing) and are purely used for adjusting the volume. Additionally, master faders allow you to trim any level, meaning you can make fine adjustments to the overall volume of the mix. Therefore, the correct answer is that master faders both utilize no DSP and allow you to trim any level.

Command + F opens the cross fade menu for a selected region.

The statement is true because MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is not typically found in the I/O (Input/Output) setup dialogue. The I/O setup dialogue is usually used to configure audio inputs and outputs for recording and playback, while MIDI is a protocol used for communicating musical information between devices such as keyboards, synthesizers, and computers. MIDI settings are usually found in separate settings or preferences menus specifically dedicated to MIDI configuration. Therefore, MIDI being absent from the I/O setup dialogue is expected and accurate.

The correct answer is Command + S. This keyboard shortcut is used to save a file in many applications. In the context of the Missing Fade Files Dialogue, pressing Command + S would skip all the missing fade files and save the project without them.

Pro Tools always zeros out all fields to the right side. This means that any numerical value entered or displayed in Pro Tools will have the decimal point and digits to the right of it set to zero. This ensures that the values are rounded down and any decimal portion is removed, resulting in a whole number.

TDM stands for Time Division Multiplexing. This technique allows multiple signals to be transmitted over a single communication channel by dividing the channel into different time slots. Each signal is allocated a specific time slot, and they are transmitted sequentially. This enables multiple signals to share the same channel efficiently, increasing the overall capacity and utilization of the channel.

Master Faders do not utilize DSP (Digital Signal Processing). Master Faders are used in audio mixing consoles to control the overall volume level of all the audio channels. DSP, on the other hand, refers to the technology used to manipulate and process audio signals digitally. While DSP may be used in audio mixers, it is not specifically related to Master Faders. Therefore, the statement that Master Faders utilize DSP is false.

Setting a track's input to "no input" will not free up a voice. The input setting on a track determines where the audio signal is coming from, and setting it to "no input" means that no audio will be received on that track. However, it does not affect the allocation of voices or the number of voices being used in the system.

To meet your needs, it is generally recommended to select the highest number of voices and the lowest number of DSP chips. This is because a higher number of voices allows for more simultaneous sounds or notes to be played, providing a richer and more complex audio experience. On the other hand, a lower number of DSP chips indicates a more efficient use of resources, as each chip can handle multiple voices. Therefore, selecting the highest number of voices and the lowest number of DSP chips strikes a balance between performance and resource utilization.

PCIe is the correct answer because it is a type of Core Card that has Accel chips on them, providing Accel only plug-ins and increased DSP processing power in HD1 and HD2 configurations.

Pro Tools systems offer several types of browsers for managing and accessing files. The Volume browsers allow users to view and manage drives and storage devices. The Workspace browser provides a comprehensive interface for organizing and accessing audio files, plug-ins, and other media. Together, these browsers streamline the workflow, making it easier to locate and manage resources within Pro Tools. The Project browser is not standard across all Pro Tools systems.

To scrub with finer resolution, the correct modifier to hold is the Command key. Holding the Command key while scrubbing allows for more precise control and movement, enabling the user to make smaller adjustments or navigate through the content with greater accuracy.

To select the scrub trim tool, the correct key to press is F6. This key is repeatedly pressed to activate the scrub trim tool, which allows users to quickly navigate through a video or audio clip by dragging the playhead along the timeline.

Trim automation mode is a feature that allows users to make precise adjustments to the volume levels of individual tracks or regions in a recording. This feature is only available on HD systems, which suggests that it is not offered on non-HD systems. Therefore, the statement that "Trim automation mode is only offered on HD systems" is true.

The correct answer is "Number Of Voices". In a digital audio workstation, the number of voices refers to the maximum number of audio tracks or virtual instruments that can play simultaneously. By increasing the voice count through the Playback Engine settings, you can allow for more audio tracks or virtual instruments to be played at the same time during a session. This can be useful when working on complex projects that require a higher number of voices to accommodate multiple audio elements.

The available commands in the Edit dropdown menu are Cut Special, Copy Special, Paste Special, and Clear Special. These commands are typically used for performing specific actions on selected content, such as cutting or copying it to the clipboard, pasting it in a special format, or clearing it from the document. The term "Special" implies that these commands offer additional or specialized functionality compared to their regular counterparts. The command Merge Special is not listed as an available option in the Edit dropdown menu.

Shift acts as the selector key when using key commands. It is commonly used in combination with other keys to perform various functions. For example, pressing Shift + Tab allows you to navigate backwards through fields or options in a form or document. Shift is also used to select multiple items in a list or highlight text. It is a versatile key that enhances the functionality and efficiency of key commands.

The statement is false because in order to automatically relink files with the feature of Automatically Find and Relink, both the name and the ID must match. If either the name or the ID does not match, the files will not be automatically relinked.

To select to the end of the session, the correct key combination is Option + Shift + Return. This combination of keys allows the user to quickly and efficiently select all the content from the current position to the end of the session. The Option key, also known as the Alt key on Windows, is pressed along with the Shift key and the Return key to execute this action.

An HD 2 Accel system and greater at a sample rate of 44.1/48kHz provides 192 voices. This means that the system can handle up to 192 simultaneous audio tracks or virtual instruments playing back at the same time without any performance issues. It indicates a high level of processing power and capability, allowing for complex and intricate audio production.

The default session sample rate in audio production software, such as Pro Tools, is typically set in the Setup Menu. This menu allows users to configure various session parameters, including the sample rate, which determines the audio quality and file size for recordings.

The correct answer is F8, F10, F9, F7. These shortcut commands correspond to the Grabber, Pencil, Scrubber, and Selector tools respectively. By pressing F8, the Grabber tool is activated, allowing the user to move and rearrange objects on the screen. F10 activates the Pencil tool, which is used for drawing freehand lines and shapes. F9 activates the Scrubber tool, which is used for audio and video editing to scrub through the timeline. Finally, F7 activates the Selector tool, which is used to select and manipulate objects on the screen.

Digidesign TDM plug-ins do support plug-in sharing. This means that users can share and use the same plug-ins across multiple systems. This feature allows for more flexibility and convenience in using Digidesign TDM plug-ins.

When duplicating a single track, the "Insert after last selected track" option does not apply because there is only one track being duplicated. This option is relevant when duplicating multiple tracks or inserting new tracks, where it determines the placement of the new tracks in relation to the selected ones.

The Edit Window Scrolling Options sub-menu provides several options for scrolling behavior. The "Continuous" option allows the Edit Window to continuously scroll during playback. "After Playback" stops scrolling after playback is finished. "Center Playhead" keeps the playhead centered in the Edit Window during playback. "No Scrolling" disables scrolling altogether. These options allow users to customize the scrolling behavior in the Edit Window based on their preferences and workflow.

Up to 6 Accel cards can be installed in a single Pro Tools HD system in addition to the HD Core card. This means that a Pro Tools HD system can have a maximum of 7 cards installed - 1 HD Core card and 6 Accel cards.

In a TDM II system, each DSP chip has the capability to transmit and receive data simultaneously. Since bi-directional timeslots are counted in pairs (one for transmitting and one for receiving), the total number of bi-directional timeslots available between DSP chips would be twice the number of individual timeslots. Therefore, if there are 256 individual timeslots, the total number of bi-directional timeslots would be 512.

The DAE (Digital Audio Engine) Buffer determines how much audio data is stored in RAM before it is released to the session. This buffer acts as a temporary storage space for audio files, allowing for smoother playback and processing. The size of the DAE Buffer can be adjusted to optimize performance based on the available system resources and the complexity of the audio session.

The automation sub-menu is under the "Edit" menu.

During playback, scrolling sub-menu options are not active. This means that users cannot interact with or select any options within the sub-menu while the content is playing. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

The "After Write Pass, Switch To" setting in the Automation preferences pane allows the user to choose what happens after a write pass. The options available are Touch, Latch, and No Change. "Touch" means that the automation will only be active while the control is touched. "Latch" means that the automation will remain active even after the control is released until another control is touched. "No Change" means that the automation will not change when the control is touched. Therefore, the correct answer is A, B, and C as all three options are available for the "After Write Pass, Switch To" setting.

The 48-bit mixer offers +54dB of mixer head-room.

The correct answer is "Options" because the question is asking where the "Automation Follows Edit" feature can be found. The feature is typically located under the "Options" menu, which allows users to customize and configure various settings and preferences.

The clock source can be set in the Session Setup.

At higher sample rates, more DSP chips are required for a given number of voices. This is because higher sample rates require more processing power to accurately capture and reproduce the audio signals. DSP chips are specifically designed for digital signal processing tasks, making them ideal for handling the increased workload at higher sample rates. Therefore, to ensure optimal performance and fidelity, more DSP chips are needed to handle the increased processing demands.

The key command to nudge the end time of a selection is Shift_Command_+/-, which means holding down the Shift and Command keys and pressing the plus or minus key. This command allows the user to make precise adjustments to the end time of a selected item in a software or application.

To include all rulers data in a selection, you need to hold the Option key.