Sony SA-VA700 manual Adjusting the delay time, Setting the center mode, To adjust the level

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3Adjust the volume levels so that the test tone from each speaker is at the same volume level from your listening position:

To adjust the level

Press

of the center speaker*

CENTER + or

of the rear speaker

REAR + or -

*The center speaker volume Ievel cannot be adjusted in the HALL, STADIUM, or GAME surround modes.

4Press T.TONE on the remote to turn off the test tone.

The adjustment levels for the selected mode are stored in the memory.

Note

Pressing buttons other than MASTER VOL +/-, CENTER +/-, or REAR +/- cancels the test tone.

Adjusting the delay time

Adjusting the delay time can enhance the spatial

characteristics of the sound to obtain a theater-like presence regardless of the size of your room. If the rear speakers are close to your listening position, choose a longer delay time.

You can adjust the settings individually for PRO LOGIC, C.STUDIO, HALL, STADIUM, and GAME.

Note

The delay time cannot be adjusted for the 3 STEREO (in PRO

LOGIC) mode.

1 Select the surround mode.

2Play back a program.

3Press DELAY on the remote once to display the current delay time.

4Press DELAY repeatedly to choose the delay time you prefer, either 15, 20, or 30 ms.

The factory setting is 20 ms.

The delay time adjustment for the selected mode is stored in the memory.

Setting the center mode

In PRO LOGIC or C.STUDIO surround mode, you can choose from four different center modes: NORMAL,

WIDE, 3 STEREO, or PHANTOM. For normal use, select NORMAL or WIDE mode. When you use the

supplied center speaker, we recommend using WIDE mode.

To select the mode that you want, follow the

procedure below.

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SURROUND CENTERMODE

1Press SURROUND on the operation panel to choose PRO LOGIC or C.STUDIO.

2Press CENTER MODE on the operation panel

repeatedly until the center mode you want appears in the display.

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Contents Home Theater Active Speaker System Precautions To prevent fire or shockHazard, do not expose the unit to rain or Moisture For the customersin CanadaAbout This Manual WelcomeSupplied accessories SAVA-700 only Installing the rear speakers withUnpacking Inserting batteries into the remoteK31lEll Connecting the front speakers LP4 Connecting the center speakerHooking Up the Speaker System 1111! Connecting the rear speakers IIlJ Connecting your WConnecting the AC power cord Connecting Other ComponentsHooking Up the Speaker System 5.1-channel Input Setting the Dolby Digital AC-3decoder Choosing the Best LocationRear speakers Front speakersAdjusting the contrast of the display window Turning the Speaker System On and OffTurning on the speaker system Turning off the speaker systemEnjoying Surround Sound Adjusting the Surround Sound Adjusting the speaker volumeTo mute the sound Center Front Right RearAdjusting the delay time Setting the center modeTo adjust the level Adjusting the Sound CD 9 C29Topress To listen without the subwoofer in the front SpeakersBefore using the remote for your Sony Operating Other Sony ComponentsOperating other Sony components ComponentTroubleshooting Theres no sound from any SpeakersTheres no sound from the center Speaker Severe hum or noise is heardSpecifications SAVA-700U.S model only Amplifier sectionSAVA-500 AmplifiersectionGlossary OolbySunoundDolby Pro Logic Surround Index J, K, L, MY, Z