Alpine DVA-9861 Graphic Equalizer Adjustments, Switching the Phase, Inputting the Time Correction

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In other words, setting the time correction value for the front left speaker to 5.1 (ms) sets a virtual distance matching the distance to the farthest speaker.

5.1ms

0.5m

2.25m

Switching the Phase

10 Switch the phase (PHASE 0° or 180°) by turning the Rotary encoder, then press MODE.

11 To adjust other channels, repeat steps 8 to 10.

12 When the setting is complete, press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The unit returns to the normal mode.

• When the speaker is set to the “OFF” mode, the TCR for that

speaker cannot be set. Refer to “Setting the Speakers” (page 36).

• The adjustment value for FRONT2 (Speakers) which is adjusted in

time correction, is also applied to the front speakers in “Setting Bass

Focus” (page 40).

• The adjustment (AUTO TCR) cannot be automatically set on this

unit.

• When the setting is complete, it is recommended to store the setting

The sound is uneven because the distance between the listening position and the different speakers is different. The difference in the distance between the front left and rear right speakers is 1.75 meters (68-3/4").

Time correction eliminates the difference between the time required for the sound from the different speakers to reach the listening position. Setting the time correction of the front left speaker to 5.1 ms makes it possible to coordinate the distance from the listening position to the speaker.

contents. For storing, refer to page 43.

Graphic Equalizer Adjustments

The graphic equalizer allows you to modify the sound using 31 bands each for the front (left and right), rear (left and right) and center speakers. An additional 10 bands are available for the subwoofer. This allows you to customize the sound to suit your taste.

1Check that Defeat mode is off (page 21).

Inputting the Time Correction

4Check that Defeat mode is off (page 21).

5Press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The audio processor control mode is activated.

6Select the TCR/PHASE mode by pressing MUTE repeatedly.

7Select L+R or L/R by pressing and holding BAND for at least 2 seconds.

L+R: Sets the same adjustment values for the left and right channels.

L/R: Different adjustment values can be set for the left and right channels.

8Select the desired channel by pressing or , then press MODE.

When L+R is selected :

FRONT 1 FRONT 2 REAR CENTER

SUBWOOFER FRONT 1

When L/R is selected :

FRONT 1L FRONT 1R FRONT 2L FRONT 2R

REAR L REAR R CENTER SUBWOOFER FRONT 1L

•The speakers display differs, depending on the connected speakers.

9Adjust the calculated time correction value (0.00 to 20.00ms) by turning the Rotary encoder, then press MODE.

2Press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The audio processor control mode is activated.

3Select the G-EQ mode by pressing MUTE repeatedly.

4Select L+R or L/R by pressing and holding BAND for at least 2 seconds.

L+R: Sets the same adjustment values for the left and right channels.

L/R: Different adjustment values can be set for the left and right channels.

When parametric EQ is adjusted, this setting will be turned off.

5Select the desired channel by pressing or , then press MODE.

When L+R is selected :

FRONT REAR CENTER SUBWOOFER FRONT

When L/R is selected :

FRONT L FRONT R REAR L REAR R CENTER

SUBWOOFER FRONT L

•The speakers display differs, depending on the connected speakers.

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Contents DVA-9861 Alpine CD Changers Give You More CHM-S630 CHA-S634 CHA-1214Contents Operating Instructions Setup Precautions IPod OptionalOperating Instructions Never Attempt the Following Discs playable on this unit Audio + Video 12 cmOn handling compact discs CD/CD-R/CD-RW Turning Power On and Off Press SOURCE/POWER to turn on the unitGetting Started About the alphanumeric display of this unitSetting Time Adjusting VolumeLowering Volume Quickly Initial System Start-UpManual Storing of Station Presets Automatic Memory of Station PresetsTuning to Preset Stations RadioSwitching the HD Radio signal Frequency Search FunctionPlayback 11-ENX. Random Play Repeat Play12-EN Remote Control Operation Searching from CD TextFile/Folder Name Search Concerning MP3/WMA About MP3/WMATerminology 14-ENPlaying a Disc DVD/Video CD15-EN Searching by Program Searching by PlaylistStopping Playback PRE-STOP Stopping PlaybackPlaying Still Frames pausing Selecting Program/PlaylistSlow Motion Playback Searching by Title NumberSearching by Group Number Searching by Program or Playlist NumberRepeat Playback 18-ENSwitching the Audio Tracks Switching the AngleDVD-VR/Video CDs with multiplex audio 19-ENDisplaying the Disc Status 20-ENSetting the Bass Control Sound SettingRear/Defeat Setting the Treble Control Setting the BBE ModeSetting the Treble Center Frequency Setting the Treble LevelDisplaying the Text Other Functions23-EN Blackout Mode On and Off Setting the WallpaperDisplaying Time Sound CustomizingExternal Device Visual Customizing25-EN DVD Setup Operation DVD Setup26-EN When the setting is complete, press Setup Setting the languageSetting the TV Screen Setting the Country CodeSetting item Parental Further setting item Parental Level Setting the Rating Level Parental Lock28-EN Audio Setup Audio Setup OperationPress or to change the setting, then press ENT 29-ENSetting the Downmix Mode 30-ENCustom Setup Operation Custom Setup31-EN SAT Radio Receiver Optional Receiving Channels with the SAT Radio Receiver OptionalChecking the SAT Radio ID Number 32-ENSetting the Tuning Method Storing Channel PresetsReceiving Stored Channels Channel/Category Search FunctionSetting the Auxiliary Data Field Display Quick Search FunctionReceiving Weather or Traffic information from SAT Radio Changing the DisplayExternal Audio Processor Optional Adjustment Procedure for Dolby Surround35-EN Setting the Speakers Set MX Mode of the External Audio Processor36-EN Select ON/OFF of MX by pressing orOver Adjustment Select the desired channel by pressing or , then press ModeCalculating the Time Correction 37-ENGraphic Equalizer Adjustments Switching the PhaseCheck that Defeat mode is off Inputting the Time Correction39-EN Parametric Equalizer AdjustmentsPress Band to select the band Setting Bass Compressor Setting Bass FocusSpeaker Setup 40-ENSetting of Dolby Digital Adjusting the speaker levelsAdjusting the acoustic image Mixing bass sound to the rear channelAdjusting the DVD Level Using the Pro Logic II ModeAchieving powerful high volume sound Adjust the level Level by turning the Rotary encoderLinear PCM Setting Storing Settings in the MemoryRecalling the Preset Memory Confirming the current Preset No./EQ modeRemote Control Operation 44-ENIPod Optional Searching for a desired SongSearching by Playlist Searching by artist nameDirect Search Function Select Playlist/Artist/AlbumSearching by album name Searching by song nameRandom Play Shuffle M.I.X Quick Search47-EN Changer Optional Controlling CD Changer OptionalPlaying MP3 Files with the CD Changer Optional Multi-Changer Selection OptionalControls on Remote Control Remote Control49-EN 50-EN Battery Replacement When Using the Remote Control51-EN Information About DVDsTerminology Dolby DigitalDolby Pro Logic Linear PCM audio LpcmRating levels parental lock 53-EN54-EN List of Language CodesFor details, see List of Country Codes 55-EN56-EN Case of Difficulty BasicRadio CD/MP3/WMA/DVD/Video CDIndication for CD Player Audio58-EN Indication for Changer Indication for DVD/Video CD Player59-EN Indication for SAT Receiver Mode Indication for iPod Mode60-EN Specifications 61-ENInstallation and Connections 62-ENInstallation Accessory ListInstall the Detachable Front Panel 63-ENRemoval 64-ENPull the unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do so Connections 65-EN66-EN System Example Please observe the following when using Fiber Optic Cable67-EN Page Page
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