According to one embodiment, a run length limiter includes a searcher configured to search a received digital data for a specific symbol, an operator configured to operate an exclusive OR operation of the specific symbol and the digital data, and an output module configured to output the exclusive OR operated digital data with the specific symbol. For example, the method can be suitable for use in a lithographic apparatus. The garment has a sonic edge weld securing the edge band to the fabric layer along a cut edge of the garment and an adhesive securing the edge band to the fabric layer.