Zenith XBS245 warranty Before Operation Sound Mode Descriptions, Mini Glossary for Sound Mode

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Before Operation - Sound Mode Descriptions

Mini Glossary for Sound Mode

Allows you to enjoy 5.1(or 6) discrete channels of high quality digital audio from DTS program sources bearing the trademark such as discs, DVD and compact discs, etc. DTS Digital Surround delivers up to 6 channels of transpar- ent audio (which means identical to the original masters) and results in exceptional clarity throughout a true 360 degree sound field. The term DTS is a trademark of DTS Technology, LLC. Manufactured under license from DTS Technology, LLC.

The Dolby Digital surround format lets you enjoy up to 5.1 channels of digital surround sound from a Dolby Digital

program source. If you play DVDs with “ ” mark, you can enjoy even better sound quality, greater spatial accuracy, and improved dynamic range.

When playing recordings of live music and classic, this mode provides a feeling similar to actually being in a small concert hall.

When playing recordings of live music and classic, this mode provides a feeling similar to actually being in a large concert hall.

This mode provides a three dimensional effect similar to that of movie theater.

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Dolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidth output channels from two-channel sources. This is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that extracts the spatial properties of the original recording without adding any new sounds or tonal colorations. Pro Logic II offers the following five modes:

PROLOGIC Emulation mode:

The Pro Logic Emulation mode offers users the same robust surround processing as original Pro Logic, in case the source content is not of optimum quality, or if there is a desire to hear the program more “as it used to be.” When this mode is used, it is called Pro Logic, as before. There is no “Pro Logic I” mode. The Pro Logic emula- tion mode is optional.

MOVIE mode:

Movie mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround. The result is enhanced sound field directionality that approaches the quality of discrete 5.1-channel sound.

MUSIC mode:

Music mode is for use with any stereo music recordings, and provides a wide and deep sound space. The Music mode includes controls that allow the sound to be tailored to individual listening tastes.

VIRTUAL mode:

Virtual mode is usually used when Pro Logic II is connected to a virtual process for speaker use. However, there might be some virtualizers for which this mode does not produce the intended result. For those virtualizers, Movie mode may give the best surround effect. Virtual mode is designed to be used with the virtual process developed by Dolby Laboratories. The Pro Logic II mode should be called only “Pro Logic II” so the Virtual name can be reserved to describe the speaker virtualization process itself.

MATRIX mode:

The Matrix mode is the same as the Music mode except that the directional enhancement logic is turned off. It may be used to enhance mono signals by making them seem “larger.” The Matrix mode may also find use in auto systems, where the fluctuations from poor FM stereo reception can otherwise cause disturbing surround signals from a logic decoder. The ultimate “cure” for poor FM stereo reception may be simply to force the audio to mono.

SURROUND OFF (2CH STEREO)

Outputs the sound from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. Standard two channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. This allows you to play any source using only the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. You can select SURROUND OFF by pressing BY PASS on the remote control.

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Contents Installation and Operating Guide Warranty Safety Precautions Regulatory Information FCC PartImportant Safety Instructions Table of Contents Remote control battery installation Remote Control Operation RangeBefore Use Playable DiscsPrecautions About SymbolsFront Panel Indicates sound mode is Display WindowDigital Audio PrologicRemote Control Rear Panel RF OUT DVD/VCR OUTANT.IN Digital Audio in OpticalConnecting Antenna/Cable TV to ConnectionsConnections Basic TV Connections Optional TV ConnectionsSpeaker Positioning Connections Speaker System ConnectionsDVD+VCR Digital Device Connections Connections Radio Antenna ConnectionsGame Device Hdtv Receiver Rear of DVD+VCR Front of DVD+VCR Selecting the Input/Output Source VCR RadioMini Glossary for Sound Mode Before Operation Sound Mode DescriptionsSurround OFF 2CH Stereo Sound Mode When DVD is insertedWhen DVD is inserted and Prologic II indicator lights Sound LevelDelay Time Setting Surround delay time settingCenter delay time setting Dolby Digital mode only Before OperationSetting the On-Screen Display Before Operation VCR Mode On-Screen Display OSDMenu Selection Before Operation VCR Mode Using the VCR Setup Menu Channel SelectionBefore Operation VCR Mode Setting the Clock Press Menu when finished OteAuto Clock Set Manual Clock SetBefore Operation DVD Mode General ExplanationOn-Screen Display On-screen display operationBefore Operation DVD Mode Initial Settings Initial Settings General OperationLanguage PictureParental Control Rating DVDCountry Code DVD Changing the 4-digit codeVCR Mode Tape Playback Normal Playback Special Effect PlaybackVCR Mode Tape Recording Normal Recording Timer RecordingTo pause the recording To record one TV program while watching anotherChecking Erasing the Timer Program VCR Mode Tape RecordingProgram Priority Instant Timer Recording One-Touch Record Checking the Recording TimeTo extend the Recording Time Dubbing and EditingVCR Mode Tape Recording Sound Setup VCR Mode Other Features Tape Counter Memory Feature Additional InformationDVD Mode Operation Playing a DVD General FeaturesMoving to another Title DVD Moving to another ChapterDVD Mode Operation General Features Special DVD Features DVD DVD Mode Audio CD Operation Playing Audio CDs and MP3 discs Programmed Playback with Audio CD and MP3 Discs Repeat Programmed TracksErasing a Track from Program List Erasing the Complete Program ListDVD Mode Additional Information Video Mode Setting DVDScreen Saver About MP3Radio Operation Presetting Radio Stations To listen to non-preset radio stationsListening to the Radio To clear all the memorized stationsSymptom Cause Solution TroubleshootingPlace the disc with the playback side down Camcorder image is not Audio in Optical Symptom Cause CorrectionMoisture Condensation Language Code List Code LanguageCountry Code List Code CountrySpecifications Accessory SpeakersAmplifier Line 1, Line 2, OpticalReference Page Reference Zenith Electronics Corporation