Onkyo DR-C500 instruction manual Enjoying the Sound Effects, Dolby PRO Logic II Surround

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Enjoying the Sound Effects

The surround sound of the DVD Changer Receiver enables you to enjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in your room.

Before using any sound effect, make sure the Speaker Setup configurations have been set (see pages 24-26).

The speaker configuration is very important for the surround sound. See “Connecting Speakers” on page 16 and “Positioning Speakers” on page 17.

Following are the sound systems the DVD Changer Receiver can reproduce.

DOLBY DIGITAL Surround and DTS (Digital Theater System) Surround

Recommended speaker setup

 

Center

 

Left front

Speaker

Right front

speaker

 

speaker

Subwoofer

Left surround

Right surround

speaker

speaker

This 5.1 channel digital surround format enables you to individually play five full-range (20Hz–20kHz) channels (left and right front, center, and two surround channels) plus an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel for the low-range effect sound. It will create a realistic sound like that heard in theaters and concert halls.

DOLBY DIGITAL Surround

DVD videos that have the mark are recorded using this system.

To playback DOLBY DIGITAL Surround sound from connected equipment, you must make the digital connection in addition to the above speaker configuration.

DTS Surround

DVD videos and audio CDs that have the mark are recorded using this system.

To playback DTS Surround sound from connected equipment such as an LD player, you must make the digital connection in addition to the above speaker configuration.

Notes on DTS Surround

•If you play a DTS Surround encoded disc with the DVD Changer Receiver, or a DTS encoded disc using a digitally connected player, you may hear a noise for a short while until the DTS decoder of the DVD Changer Receiver recognizes the DTS encoded signal and starts operating. This is not a malfunction.

•If you play a DTS Surround source in fast reverse or fast forward, pause, or skip a chapter or track, noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction.

•Even when playback of the DTS Surround source stops and the DTS signal transmission ends, the DVD Changer Receiver remains in DTS mode and the DTS indicator remains lit. This is to prevent noise when you pause, fast forward, fast reverse, or skip a chapter or track of the playback source. Therefore, if the source switches from the DTS signal to a PCM (2 channel digital stereo) signal immediately, the PCM signal may not be played. In such a case, stop playback for about three seconds, then resume playback.

•Some CD players (if connected to the DVD Changer Receiver) and LD players may be unable to play DTS Surround sources correctly even if you connect the player to the DVD Changer Receiver digitally. In such a case, the digital signals (such as the output level, sampling frequency, frequency response, etc.) processed by the DVD Changer Receiver cannot be recognized as DTS data by the DVD Changer Receiver and you may hear noise instead of the proper sound.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II Surround

This is a new generation 5-channel surround system, bridging the gap between the previous 4-channel (Left/Right Front, Center and monaural surround channels) Pro Logic surround and 5.1-channel Dolby Digital surround. Dolby Pro Logic II provides the Movie mode optimized for viewing movies and the Music mode optimized for listening to music. In the Movie mode, the surround channel, which was monaural and based on narrow band, is reproduced in stereo so that the feeling of movement in the played movies is more enhanced. In the Music mode, the surround channel reproduces natural sound field even with 2-channel music sources.

The Movie mode allows you to enjoy VHS and DVD software

carrying the marking as well as some of TV broadcast programs. The Music mode allows you to enjoy stereo music from CD, etc.

Onkyo’s original Digital Signal Processing (DSP) modes

The DVD Changer Receiver offers the following special Onkyo sound effects for sources other than Dolby Digital and DTS sounds.

Orchestra

This mode is suitable for classical and opera music. The center channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen the stereo image. It simulates a natural reverberation as created in a large hall.

Unplugged

This mode is suitable for acoustic instrumental sounds, vocals, and jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it simulates the acoustics in front of the stage.

Studio

This mode is suitable for rock and popular music. Lively sounds with a powerful acoustic image will make you feel as if you are in a club.

TV Logic

This mode offers the realistic acoustics of a TV program being aired in the TV studio. It enhances the entire surround sound and clarity of conversation.

All Ch St (All Channel Stereo)

This mode is useful for background music. The front and surround channels will create a stereo image.

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Contents Contents Before Using Your DVD Changer ReceiverDVD Changer Receiver Important Safeguards Defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plugIf the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way, Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be PrecautionsPrecautions Table of Contents Other Features FeaturesReceiver Features DVD/CD Changer FeaturesRCA 3-pin Audio/Video connection cable Supplied AccessoriesMP3 Compatibility Information Structure of the Disc ContentPlayable Discs About Video CDsDo not touch the playback side of the disc Cleaning DiscsHandling Discs Storing DiscsFront panel Index to Parts and ControlsDisplay Index to Parts and Controls Remote controllerPreset 5/∞ buttons # Setup buttons AUDIO/SP Setup button 24SW Mode button SEND/LEARN indicator 56Rear panel TV or projector Connecting to a TVConnecting to a TV or projector Before connectingConnecting Speakers Two speaker system Standard speaker placement of the Front Speakers a systemUsing the provided speaker labels Positioning SpeakersVCR, CD Recorder DVD Recorder etc Connecting to Audio/Video EquipmentAbout the Video 1 and Video 2 jacks/connectors Signal flow Component video cableTo activate the IPM function MD Recorder, Cassette TapeDeck, CD Recorder , Hard Disk Recorder etcAdjusting the position of the AM indoor antenna Connecting the Supplied FM and AM Indoor AntennasConnecting an AM Outdoor Antenna Adjusting the position of the FM indoor antennaDirectional Iinkage Connecting an FM Outdoor AntennaInserting the Batteries Preparing the Remote ControllerSwitching the remote controller function modes Pointing the remote controller in the right directionSTANDBY/ON Connecting the Power Turning on the DVD Changer ReceiverConnect the power cord to a wall outlet Standby indicatorSpeaker Setup Selecting the Subwoofer modeSelecting the number of speaker channels Press DISTANCE, then press Press DistancePress 5/ ∞ to select the front left Right speaker distancePress CH SEL repeatedly to select Speaker SetupAdjusting Each Speakers Relative Volume Balance Test Tone Press T. ToneOnkyo’s original Digital Signal Processing DSP modes Enjoying the Sound EffectsDolby PRO Logic II Surround TV Logic ← Studio Enjoying the Sound EffectsChecking the Sound System of the Playing Source Dolby PL II Movie → Dolby PL II Music StereoSaving the adjusted values Volume level can be adjustedPress T. Tone Press Late Night Using the Late Night FunctionPress Acoustic Control on the remote controller Boosting the Super Bass Sounds/ High Frequency SoundsTurning on/off the Speakers A/ Speakers B Systems Adjusting the VolumeListening Through Headphones Various Functions Common to all the SourcesCanceling the Sleep Timer Various Functions Common to all the SourcesChecking the remaining time When a Menu Screen is Displayed Basic PlaybackPlaying DVDs, Video CDs, CDs and MP3s Basic Playback To Open or Return to the DVD or Video CD Menu Screen To Play in Fast Reverse or Fast ForwardTo Skip Chapters or Tracks Still Frame/Slow Play Playing Frame by FrameTo Play in Slow-motion Repeat Play Repeat PlayTo play Discs and Tracks in random order To cancel random playRandom Play Random PlayProgramming DVDs, CDs, Video CDs Playing in a Favorite OrderUsing the On-screen Banner Display Viewing Disc InformationTo turn off the Banner Display Selecting a Chapter or Track Selecting a TitleChanging the Subtitle Language Selecting a Playback Audio SettingTo turn off the angle menu Using the Banner DisplayChanging the Camera Angle Using IntroScan Function Using Angle on the remote controllerUsing a bookmark Using the Banner DisplayMP3 Function MP3 On-screen DisplayPlaying Back MP3 MP3 Memory Play MP3 FunctionSelecting MP3 Files MP3 Repeat PlayCustomizing the Settings Making Adjustments to SettingHow to use Return Subtitle Language Customizing the SettingsLanguage Setting Audio LanguageCode No Language Table of Languages and Their Code NoTo change password Operation SettingPassword To input passwordTV Aspect Picture SettingTuning Manually Presetting Radio StationsListening to the Radio Erasing a Preset Station Selecting Preset StationsEnjoying the picture with the sound of another source Playing the Connected SourceStarting Playback Various Functions While Playing the Connected SourceBasic Recording Procedure Recording Using the Connected EquipmentPre-programming Codes Learning a Pre-programming CodeMode Cable SatelliteControlling TV Press the Mode RCVR/VCR buttonVPress the Mode TV button Controlling VCRControlling Cable/Satellite CBL / SATPress the Mode CBL/SAT buttonRemote controller, press the Enter Place the remote controllerRemote controller for the other Desired Mode button onCommands you desire from That corresponds to the commandRemote controller of the other Indicator on the remote controllerErasing all the commands programmed under a Mode button Erasing the programmed command from one buttonAmplifier Symptoms Causes Remedies Pages TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Symptoms Causes Remedies PagesDVD Symptoms Causes Remedies Remote controller RecordingTuner Tuner Section SpecificationsAmplifier Section DVD SectionPage Onkyo U.S.A. 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