Useful viewing functions
Selecting the recording picture size manually
Digital Setup
REC Picture Size
You can use this menu to set the appropriate picture size for viewing a 16:9 format TV programme on a 4:3 TV.
Automatic volume adjustment
Option
Auto Volume
Different sound sources sometimes do not have the same volume level, such as a programme and its commercial breaks. The Automatic Volume Control (Auto Volume) reduces this problem by equalizing levels.
Emphasising dialogue
Option
Clear Voice
Setting to “4:3 TV” | Setting to “16:9 TV” |
NOTE
• This function must be set before recording.
Selecting the HDMI picture size automatically
Setup
HDMI Auto View
This function allows you to automatically change to the appropriate picture size when viewing an HDMI signal using the HDMI1, 2 and 3 terminals.
Other picture and audio settings
Adjusting image position
Setup
Position
For adjusting a picture’s horizontal and vertical position.
Item
NOTE
•Adjustments are stored separately for each input source.
•Depending on the input signal type or “WIDE MODE” setting, a position setting may not be available.
•This function is not available for DTV broadcasts with MHEG signals.
This function emphasises speech against background noise for greater clarity. It is not recommended for music sources.
Outputting audio only
Option
Audio Only
When listening to music from a music programme, you can set the TV off and enjoy audio only.
Item
Off: Both screen images and audio are output.
On: Audio is output without a screen image.
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