System Configuration
Speaker Setup
Although using EzSet/EQ to enter the settings for speaker “size” and crossover point, you may wish to make changes to those settings, or to manually enter a complete speaker profile for your system. In addition, for systems where you with to have separate speaker configuration set- tings for each input, rather than use the same settings for all inputs, you may also configure that option in these menus. Two separate menus are used to enter this information, and you may change the data on either or both, as needed.
The SPEAKER SIZE menu tells the AVR about the bass reproduction capabilities of your speakers. This, in turn, determines which speakers receive bass information that is derived from audio tracks or specifically intended for reproduc- tion by low-frequency-capable speakers by the use of a low-frequency effects (“LFE”) channel in digital program sources. In addition, by telling the AVR whether speakers are available for the Surround Back channels, the information on this menu is used to determine which surround modes may be used (e.g., modes such as Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, or DTS-ES, requir- ing SBL/SBR speakers, are only available when a speaker is present in those channels).
The SPEAKER X-OVERmenu is used to further tailor the bass management system by determining the frequencies at which bass infor- mation is sent to a specific speaker position. This menu also contains settings to route LFE infor- mation and to set the subwoofer high-pass filter order.
To configure the speakers in your system for use with the AVR 635, or to check the settings entered by EzSet/EQ, check the settings on the various sub-menu groups on the MANUAL SETUP menu, starting with the SPEAKER SIZE menu (Figure 9) and then check the other menus’ settings. To do this, go to the Manual Setup Menu (Figure 8) by first pressing the OSD Button Lto recall the Master Menu (Figure 1). Next, press the ‹/ › Navigation Button Euntil the cursor is on the MANU- AL SETUP line on the menu in use and press the Set Button F. When the MANUAL SETUP Menu is shown, press the ‹/ › Navigation Button Eagain until the cursor is on the SPEAKER SIZE line and press the Set Button F.
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B A C K T O M A N U A L S E T U P
Figure 9
On the SPEAKER SIZE menu (Figure 9), you will see either the factory default settings or, if EzSet/EQ has been run, the settings recorded by the test results. In the case for the main speaker channels, each speaker position (front left/right, center, surround left/right and surround back left/right) you have the option of telling the system if the speakers used are “small” or “large”. These descriptions do not describe the actual physical size of the speakers, but rather refer to the type of speaker. For each of these settings, select LARGE when the speakers in a particular position are traditional full-range loud- speakers. Use the SMALL setting for smaller, frequency-limited “satellite” speakers that do not reproduce sounds below 60Hz. In all cases except the front left/right speakers you may also select NONE. This tells the system that no speakers are present at the particular position, allowing the AVR to select the correct surround modes that are compatible with the number of speakers installed. For example, in order to use the Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS-ES Logic 7/7-channel and 7 Stereo modes, you must have either Large or Small speakers entered as the setting for the Surround Back channels.
If you are in doubt as to which setting best describes your speakers consult the specifications in the speakers’ owner’s manual, visit the speak- er manufacturer’s web site or ask the dealer or installer from whom you purchased the speakers.
Begin your changes to the speaker setup process by making certain that the cursor is pointing at the LEFT/RIGHT line, which sets the con- figuration for the front left and right speakers. If you wish to make a change to the front speakers’ configuration, press the ‹/ › Navigation Button Eso that either LARGE or SMALL appears, matching the appropriate description from the definitions shown above.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If a change is made to this, or any speaker position, when you press the ‹/ › Navigation Button E, an on-screen warning message will appear reminding you that EzSet/EQ must be run. This is necessary to inte- grate the changed parameter with the EzSet/EQ test results. Make all desired setting changes on the SPEAKER SETUP and SPEAKER X-OVERmenus once, and then run EzSet/EQ after all manual adjustments are completed.
When SMALL is selected, low-frequency front channel sounds will be sent only to the subwoofer output. If you choose this option and there is no subwoofer connected, you will not hear any low- frequency sounds with front channel signals.
When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the front left and front right out- puts. Depending on the choice made in the SUBWOOFER line in this menu (see below), the front left and right bass information may also be directed to the subwoofer.
Important Note: When a speaker set with a sub- woofer and two front satellites connected to the Sub´s speaker outputs is used, the Sub´s inputs must be connected to the Front speaker out- puts and LARGE must be selected for the front speakers (and NONE for the subwoofer, see below).
3.When you have completed your selection for the front channel, press the ¤ Button Eon the remote to move the cursor to CENTER.
4.Press the ‹/› Buttons Eon the remote to select the option that best describes your center speaker, based on the speaker definitions shown below.
When SMALL is selected, low-frequency center channel sounds will be sent to the Fronts, if they are set to LARGE and Sub is turned off (see below). When Sub is on, low frequency center channel sounds will be sent to the subwoofer only.
When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the center speaker output, and NO center channel signal will be sent to the sub- woofer output (except when the Pro Logic II Music mode is in use).
NOTE: If you choose Logic 7 as the surround mode for the particular input source for which you are configuring your speakers, the AVR will not make the LARGE option available for the center speaker. This is due to the requirements of Logic 7 processing, and does not indicate a prob- lem with your receiver.
When NONE is selected, no signals will be sent to the center-channel output. The receiver will operate in a “phantom” center channel mode. Center-channel information will be sent to the left and right front channel outputs and the cen- ter channel bass will be sent to the subwoofer output when SUB L/R+LFE is selected in the SUBWOOFER line in this menu (see below). This mode is needed if no Center speaker is used. Note that when the Logic 7 Cinema or Enhanced surround modes are selected a Center speaker must be used, the Logic 7 Music mode works well without a Center too.
5.When you have completed your selection for the center channel, press the ¤ Button Eon the remote to move the cursor to
SURROUND.
6.Press the ‹/› Buttons Eon the remote to select the option that best describes the surround speakers in your system based on the speaker definitions shown on page 27.
When SMALL is selected, with all digital sur- round modes low-frequency surround channel sounds will be sent to the Fronts when Sub is turned off or to the subwoofer output when Sub is on. With any analog surround mode the rear bass feed depends on the mode selected and the setting of the Sub and front speakers.
When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the surround channel outputs (with all analog and digital surround modes), and,
