Alpine DVA-9861 owner manual Adjusting the DVD Level, Using the Pro Logic II Mode, 42-EN

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7When the setting is complete, press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The unit returns to the normal mode.

This adjustment is effective when the setting of the center speaker to SMALL or LARGE in the speaker setup settings.

This adjustment is ineffective when the speaker is set to CENTER “OFF” in “Setting the Speakers” (page 36).

When the setting is complete, it is recommended to store the setting contents. For storing, refer to page 43.

Achieving powerful high volume sound

With Dolby Digital, the dynamic range is compressed so that powerful sound can be achieved at regular volume levels. This compression can be canceled to achieve an energetic sound with even greater power, like the sound in a movie theater.

This function works only in the Dolby Digital mode.

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

2Press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The audio processor control mode is activated.

3Select the MULTI CH SETUP mode by pressing MUTE repeatedly.

4Select LISTEN MODE by pressing or , then press MODE.

5Select STANDARD or MAXIMUM by turning the Rotary encoder.

STANDARD: For powerful sound at regular volume levels

MAXIMUM: For powerful sound at high volumes

6When the setting is complete, press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The unit returns to the normal mode.

Keep the volume to a level at which sounds outside the vehicle can still be heard.

When the setting is complete, it is recommended to store the setting contents. For storing, refer to page 43.

Adjusting the DVD Level

The volume (signal level) for Dolby Digital, Dolby PL II, DTS and PCM modes can be set.

Avoid stopping, pausing, switching the disc, cueing, fast-forwarding or switching the audio channel of this unit while making this adjustment. The setting is canceled if the Decode mode is switched.

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

2Press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The audio processor control mode is activated.

3Select the DVD LEVEL mode by pressing MUTE repeatedly.

4Press MODE to select the mode to be adjusted.

DOLBY D PL II DTS PCM DOLBY D

5Adjust the level (LEVEL) by turning the Rotary encoder.

The level can be adjusted in the range of –5 to +5.

6Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set each level.

7When the setting is complete, press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The unit returns to the normal mode.

When the setting is complete, it is recommended to store the setting contents. For storing, refer to page 43.

Using the Pro Logic II Mode

Pro Logic processing can be conducted on the music signals recorded on two channels to achieve Dolby Pro Logic II surround sound. For two-channel Dolby Digital and DTS signals, there is also a “REAR FILL” function for outputting the signals of the front channel to the rear channel.

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

2Press and hold MUTE for at least 2 seconds.

The audio processor control mode is activated.

3Select the D PLII/REAR mode by pressing MUTE repeatedly.

4Select the desired mode by pressing or .

MOVIE MODE:

Suits the stereo TV shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround. It improves the sound field directivity to near that of discrete 5.1-channel sound.

MUSIC MODE:

Can be used for all stereo music recordings, and provides a wide, deep sound field.

REAR FILL ON:

Depending on the input signals, the sound may only be output from the front speakers. In this case, the “REAR FILL” function can be used to output signals from the rear speakers as well.

OFF: Turns D PLll/REAR function to OFF.

If MUSIC MODE is selected, the center width can be adjusted with the following operations.

This function offers the optimum vocal position by adjusting the center channel position between the center speaker and the L/R speaker. (The adjustments established in “Adjusting the acoustic image” (page 41) are ineffective while this function is activated.)

1After pressing MODE, select MUSIC MODE and turn the Rotary encoder to select CTW CONT ON/OFF.

If ON is selected, press MODE.

If ON is set, you can enjoy the optimum vocal position by distributing the centre channel sound between the center

speaker and L/R speaker.

2After setting to ON, turn the Rotary encoder to adjust the level (LEVEL).

The level can be adjusted between 0 to 7. When the level increases, the center channel position moves from the center speaker position to both sides.

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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-EN12-EN Repeat PlayX. Random Play Remote Control Operation Searching from CD TextFile/Folder Name Search Concerning MP3/WMA About MP3/WMATerminology 14-EN15-EN DVD/Video CDPlaying a Disc 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-ENRear/Defeat Sound SettingSetting the Bass Control Setting the Treble Control Setting the BBE ModeSetting the Treble Center Frequency Setting the Treble Level23-EN Other FunctionsDisplaying the Text Blackout Mode On and Off Setting the WallpaperDisplaying Time Sound Customizing25-EN Visual CustomizingExternal Device 26-EN DVD SetupDVD Setup Operation When the setting is complete, press Setup Setting the languageSetting the TV Screen Setting the Country Code28-EN Setting the Rating Level Parental LockSetting item Parental Further setting item Parental Level Audio Setup Audio Setup OperationPress or to change the setting, then press ENT 29-ENSetting the Downmix Mode 30-EN31-EN Custom SetupCustom Setup Operation 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 Display35-EN Adjustment Procedure for Dolby SurroundExternal Audio Processor Optional 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 CorrectionPress Band to select the band Parametric Equalizer Adjustments39-EN 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 name47-EN Quick SearchRandom Play Shuffle M.I.X Changer Optional Controlling CD Changer OptionalPlaying MP3 Files with the CD Changer Optional Multi-Changer Selection Optional49-EN Remote ControlControls on Remote Control 50-EN 51-EN When Using the Remote ControlBattery Replacement Information About DVDsTerminology Dolby DigitalDolby Pro Logic Linear PCM audio LpcmRating levels parental lock 53-ENFor details, see List of Language Codes54-EN List of Country Codes 55-EN56-EN Case of Difficulty BasicRadio CD/MP3/WMA/DVD/Video CD58-EN AudioIndication for CD Player 59-EN Indication for DVD/Video CD PlayerIndication for Changer 60-EN Indication for iPod ModeIndication for SAT Receiver Mode Specifications 61-ENInstallation and Connections 62-ENInstallation Accessory ListInstall the Detachable Front Panel 63-ENPull the unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do so 64-ENRemoval Connections 65-EN66-EN 67-EN Please observe the following when using Fiber Optic CableSystem Example Page Page