Denon AVR-5700 DTS Digital Surround, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS compatible media and playback methods

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(2)Dolby Pro Logic

Dolby Pro Logic is a multi-channel signal playback system developed by Dolby Laboratories which decodes sources recorded in Dolby Surround into four channels: front left, center, front right and surround (the surround channel is monaural, but is played through two surround speakers). Here, “sources recorded in Dolby Surround” are sources on which surround signals (three channels or more) are recorded onto two channels using Dolby Surround encoding technology. Dolby Surround recording is possible for all two-channel signal sources, including soundtracks on DVDs (2), LDs or hi-fi VCRs (for which stereo signal recording is possible), stereo FM, TV and satellite broadcasts, stereo CD, MD and analog cassette tape recordings. Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are compatible with stereo playback, so they can be played in stereo on regular stereo equipment and in surround with Dolby Pro Logic processing. (DTS and Dolby Digital require special decoders to be played.)

With Dolby Pro Logic, the signal levels of the different channels of the source recorded in Dolby Surround are monitored, channels with higher signal levels are emphasized and the level of the other channels is decreased in order to reinforce the directivity and achieve an effective surround sound.

2 DVDs recorded in Dolby Surround include sources recorded in PCM and sources recorded in 2-channel Dolby Digital. For 2-channel Dolby Digital DVD sources, the DVD player’s audio mode is 2-channel Dolby Digital, and the AVR-5700’s surround mode is Dolby Pro Logic. Use the display pattern of the channel indicators (see page 45) to check whether the Dolby Digital signals are recorded in 2-channel stereo or Dolby Surround.

2Dolby Pro Logic compatible media and playback methods Mark indicating Dolby Pro Logic compatibility:

When playing in Dolby Pro Logic, select the input signal according to how the player is connected to the AVR-5700, in the same way as selecting the stereo signal (see page 25). Set the surround mode to “DOLBY SURROUND” (see page 44) to play in Dolby Pro Logic.

Manufactured on license of the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double D mark are registered trademarks of the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Confidential and secret copyrighted material. Copyright 1992-1997, Dolby Laboratories Incorporated. Copying prohibited.

DTS Digital Surround

Digital Theater Surround (also called simply DTS) is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems.

DTS offers the same “5.1” playback channels as Dolby Digital (front left, front right and center, surround left and surround right) as well as the stereo 2-channel mode. The signals for the different channels are fully independent, eliminating the risk of deterioration of sound quality due to interference between signals, crosstalk, etc.

DTS features a relatively higher bit rate as compared to Dolby Digital (1234 kbps for CDs and LDs, 1536 kbps for DVDs) so it operates with a relatively low compression rate. Because of this the amount of data is great, and when DTS playback is used in movie theaters, a separate CD- ROM synchronized with the film is played.

With LDs and DVDs, there is of course no need for an extra disc; the pictures and sound can be recorded simultaneously on the same disc, so the discs can be handled in the same way as discs with other formats.

There are also music CDs recorded in DTS. These CDs include 5.1-channel surround signals (compared to two channels on current CDs). They do not include picture data, but they offer surround playback on CD players that are equipped with digital outputs (PCM type digital output required). DTS surround track playback offers the same intricate, grand sound as in a movie theater, right in your own listening room.

2DTS compatible media and playback methods

Marks indicating DTS compatibility:

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The following are general examples. Also refer to the player’s operating instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

Media

 

Dolby Digital output jacks

Playback method (reference page)

 

 

 

 

CD

 

Optical or coaxial digital output

Set the input mode to “AUTO” or “DIGITAL” (page 37).

 

(same as for PCM) 2 2

Never set the mode to “ANALOG” or “PCM”. 2 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

LD (VDP)

 

Optical or coaxial digital output

Set the input mode to “AUTO” or “DIGITAL” (page 37).

 

(same as for PCM) 2 2

Never set the mode to “ANALOG” or “PCM”. 2 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD

 

Optical or coaxial digital output

Set the input mode to “AUTO” or “DIGITAL” (page 37).

 

(same as for PCM) 2 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

21 DTS signals are recorded in the same way on CDs and LDs as PCM signals. Because of this, the un-decoded DTS signals are output as random “hissy” noise from the CD or LD player’s analog outputs. If this noise is played with the amplifier set at a very high volume, it may possibly cause damage to the speakers. To avoid this, be sure to switch the input mode to “AUTO” or “DIGITAL” before playing CDs or LDs recorded in DTS. Also, never switch the input mode to “ANALOG” or “PCM” during playback. The same holds true when playing CDs or LDs on a DVD player or LD/DVD compatible player. For DVDs, the DTS signals are recorded in a special way so this problem does not occur.

22 The signals provided at the digital outputs of a CD or LD player may undergo some sort of internal signal processing (output level adjustment, sampling frequency conversion, etc.). In this case the DTS-encoded signals may be processed erroneously, in which case they cannot be decoded by the AVR-5700, or may only produce noise. Before playing DTS signals for the first time, turn down the master volume to a low level, start playing the DTS disc, then check whether the DTS indicator on the AVR-5700 (see page 45) lights before turning up the master volume.

23 A DVD player with DTS-compatible digital output is required to play DTS DVDs. A DTS Digital Output logo is featured on the front panel of compatible DVD players. Recent DENON DVD player models feature DTS-compatible digital output – consult the player’s owner’s manual for information on configuring the digital output for DTS playback of DTS-encoded DVDs.

Manufactured under license of Digital Theater Systems.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems.

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Contents AVR-5700 Safety Precautions Safety Instructions Before Using Table of ContentsFeatures Connections Connecting the audio componentsConnecting video components Connecting the video decks Connecting a video component equipped with S-Video jacksPrecaution when using S-jacks Connecting a monitor TVConnection of AM antennas Connecting the antenna terminalsAM loop antenna assembly Connecting a monitor TV Monitor OUT jack Connecting a DVD player DVD in jacksConnecting the Multi Source jacks Connecting the external input EXT. in jacksConnections Connecting the speaker cordsSpeaker system connections Speaker ImpedanceProtector circuit Front Panel Part Names and FunctionsPower button …………………………36 Tuner buttons …………………………52 Remote control unitEnter button Setting UP the SystemSystem Setup button Surround Parameter buttonSurround speaker selector function Setting the type of speakers Before setting up the systemAt the System Setup Menu select Bass Output Setting the bass outputEnter the setting System Setup Menu reappearsFront & Subwoofer Setting the delay timeSubwoofer Only THX recommended THX mode At the System Setup Menu select Delay TimeSelect darken the desired units, Meters or Feet Select the desired unit, meters or feetSurr. Sp. a Setting the channel levelTest tone A, B or A+B Channel Level screen reappears Volume can be adjusted between -12 dB and +12 dB in unitsWhen the Manual mode is selected AVR-5700 automatically sets the subwoofer peak limit level Subwoofer peak limit level settingSetting the digital inputs Auto tuner presets Setting the on-screen display OSDOn-screen display signals After completing system setupInserting the batteries Remote Control UnitUsing the remote control unit Any position but Lock Set mode switch 2 to the position for the component to beOperated. The tuner can be operated when the switch is at Operating Denon audio componentsPreset memory VCR Operate the video component Operating a video component stored in the preset memorySet the slide switch to the component to be registered VDP VCR or TVLearning function System call buttons Using the system call functionSystem call function Clearing system call settings Storing signalsBefore operating OperationSelect the input source to be played Select the input mode Selecting the analog modeInput mode selection function Playing the input sourceInput mode when playing DTS sources Select the play modeManual Auto mode Digital Auto mode Digital PCM mode Adjust the volumeTurning the sound off temporarily muting Adjusting the sound quality toneListening over headphones After starting playbackMulti-source recording/playback Playing one source while recording another REC OUT modePlayback using the external input EXT. in jacks Multi Room Music Entertainment System Multi-source and multi-zone playbackBefore playing with the surround function Adjust the level of the selected speakerSurround Fader function Dolby Surround Pro Logic modeDTS indicator lights when playing DTS sources Set the input mode to Auto or RFSet the input mode to Auto or Digital Select the Dolby Surround modeDialogue Normalization Surround parameters Cinema EQ. Cinema EqualizerCOMP. Dynamic Range Compression LFE Low Frequency EffectHome THX Cinema mode Personal Memory Plus Surround modes and their featuresDSP Surround Simulation Wide Screen can only be selected from the main unit Select the surround mode for the input channelDSP surround simulation Select Tone Tone control settingSurround modes and parameters Surround parametersListening to the Radio Auto tuningManual tuning Checking the preset stations Initialization of the Microprocessor Recalling preset stationsLast Function Memory Troubleshooting Types of sources Movie audio Types of multi-channel signalsAdditional Information Optimum surround sound for different sourcesWhen using different surround speakers for movies and music Speaker setting examplesBasic setting for primarily watching movies Dolby Digital compatible media and playback methods SurroundDolby Surround Dolby Digital Dolby Surround AC-3 2Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro LogicDTS compatible media and playback methods DTS Digital SurroundDolby Pro Logic Dynamic decorrelation circuit Home THX Cinema surround modeRe-equalizer Timber matching circuitAUX TAPE-1 Surround modes and parametersAudio section Power amplifier Rated output SpecificationsPage 14-14, Akasaka 4-CHOME, MINATO-KU, Tokyo 107-8011, Japan
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