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* Some (but not all) films with Dolby SR tracks will display the words "Dolby SR" on the edges of the film [[leader]].
* Some (but not all) films with Dolby SR tracks will display the words "Dolby SR" on the edges of the film [[leader]].


====Auditory Identification====
====Listening====
If you cannot be 100% certain by using the information above, the best way to identify whether you need to play something as Dolby A or Dolby SR is just to run a reel and listen. Stand in the room where the film is being played, close enough that you can hear well. It's harder to do this using a booth monitor. Have someone else switch between A and SR if you cannot do it yourself while in the auditorium. Follow the below tips and it should become fairly obvious what is correct.  
If you cannot be 100% certain by using the information above, the best way to identify whether you need to play something as Dolby A or Dolby SR is just to run a reel and listen. Stand in the room where the film is being played, close enough that you can hear well. It's harder to do this using a booth monitor. Have someone else switch between A and SR if you cannot do it yourself while in the auditorium. Follow the below tips and it should become fairly obvious what is correct.  
* A played as SR: the expander does not match the compressor. It will sound bright, tinny, and sibilant.
* A played as SR: the expander does not match the compressor. It will sound bright, tinny, and sibilant.

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