An introduction and exploration of digital audio, including MP3, AC-3 (Dolby Digital), DTS, audio devices, protocols, and many other related topics, this book describes the state-of-the-art of digital audio in a way that is accessible to a neophyte, yet still useful to a senior engineer. Covered are digital audio fundamentals such as sampling theory as well as audio format standards, such as uncompressed digital audio, MPEG, AC-3, DTS, and audio display devices and protocols. Also detailed are compact disc, DVD, DTV, and streaming audio technologies. In addition, PC audio issues are discussed along with USB and AC97. The companion CD-ROM contains examples of audio types used with DVD-Video and DVD-Audio as well as test patterns including WAV, AU, AIFF, MP3, and MP3Pro formats.
