# 1. Overview

## 1.1 What is AIX Maker?

"AIX Maker" is a tool for creating AIX data. It can create AIX data using raw audio files.

Fig. 1.1 Input and output for AIX Maker

## 1.2 Features of AIX Data

AIX data (AIX format) is a file format and it consists of multiple ADX audio tracks.

#### (1) Totally Synchronized Multi-track Data

In distinction to asynchronous multi-streams, all of its audio tracks are totally synchronized.

Volume of each track is adjustable like MIDI.

#### (2) Playback Control in the Phrase unit

AIX data can be treated in the phrase unit. Audio is playable by phrase.

Fig. 1.2 AIX data

## 1.3 System Requirements

AIX Maker requires the following environment:

Table 1.1 System Requirements
Item | Description
Hardware
| Machine | IBM AT compatible
| CPU | Intel Pentium processor or 100% compatible processor
| Main memory | 64MB or over (128MB or over recommended)
Software
| OS | Microsoft Windows 98/Me/NT4.0/2000 or higher

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