Amplifier - A component used to amplify voltage or current. In audio systems, an amplifier is a circuit or component used for strengthening an audio signal.
Direct Digital Recording - With direct digital recording, digital compact cassette (DCC) decks use digital inputs and digital outputs from CD players or receivers to create crisp, clean digital recordings without the noise associated in the usual digital to analog conversions of regular analog cassette decks.
Home Theatre System - Typically, an entertainment system that includes a big screen TV, a Hi-Fi VCR/DVD Player, five or six speakers, appropriate amplification and Dolby® Pro-Logic® Surround Sound.
JAD - Java Archive Descriptor: Provides a condensed version of a J2ME application including information on where the installation file is located. Both JAD and JAR files are needed to install J2ME applications.
Line Art - Artwork that is only black and white, with no other tones included.
Microbrowser - An internet browser designed for PDAs or mobile phones.
NAM - Number Assignment Module. A computer chip that is programmed to contain information specific to your cellular phone, such as its phone number, lock code, system identification number (SID) and other important information necessary for call validation and billing. Some cellular telephones offer dual- or multi-nam capabilities, allowing cellular customers to operate as a local customer in more than one cellular service area.
SPDIF - (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) - This is digital audio, and can be either coaxial cable or fiber optic.