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setup time

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setup time [′sed‚əp ‚tīm]
(computer science)
The time before, after, and between computer machine runs, in which manual tasks are carried out, such as changing tape reels or transporting tapes, cards, or supplies to and from the computer equipment, to prepare for a new run.
(control systems)
The total time needed to prepare a robot to carry out a task, including the time required to obtain the proper tools or end effectors and any work pieces.
(industrial engineering)
In manufacturing operations, the time needed to perform tasks involved in starting up an operation. Also known as start-up time.
(materials)
The time required for a cement or a gelatin to harden.


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Conversely, the all in one conference system has an automatic mix-minus built in so that without any additional setup time feedback will be eliminated and everyone will be able to hear each other because each participant will have a speaker right in front of them.
Conversely, the all in one conference system has an automatic mix-minus built in so that without any additional setup time feedback will be eliminated and everyone will be able to hear each other because each participant will have a speaker right in front of them.
Each breathtaking image is accompanied by a brief caption by the photographer who captured it, often telling of the requisite hours, days, or more setup time invested just to get close enough to photograph the often (but not always) reclusive wild creatures at the perfect moment.
 
 
 
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