Sharp CD-DD4500 operation manual Test tone, Dynamic range setting

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Changing the Speaker Setting (Continued)

Operation

Speaker Setting –

Surround

– Changing the

Test tone

You can check (and adjust) the speaker level by listening to the sound output from each speaker individually, while standing at the actual listening position in the room. The speaker level can be adjusted using the remote control.

1 Press the MENU button repeatedly to select “TEST”.

2 Within 8 seconds, press the ITEM button.

The test tone will be heard from each speaker, in order, at about 5 second intervals.

CENTER

FRONT RIGHT

 

FRONT LEFT

 

R-SURROUND

 

S-WOOFER

L-SURROUND

When the test tone is being output, the indicator for that speaker will flash. The test tone will be heard until the current menu selection is changed by pressing the MENU button again, or by selecting some other function.

3 To adjust the speaker level while the test tone is being output from a particular speaker, press the SET UP (W or X) button.

The speaker level can be adjusted within a range of +10dB to –10dB, in 1dB steps.

Dynamic range setting

DVD discs have a wider dynamic range (sound volume range) than existing VHS vid- eotapes or CD discs. If they are played in home systems, there may be too much difference between the loud and quiet sounds. Therefore, if the volume is set so that the quiet sounds can be heard clearly, the loud sounds may be far too loud.

On the other hand, if the volume is set so that the loud sounds are not too loud, you may not be able to hear the quiet sounds. Three settings are available to control the dynamic range easily.

1 Press the MENU button repeatedly to select “D-RANGE”.

2 Within 8 seconds, press the ITEM button.

3 Within 8 seconds, press the SET UP (W or X) button to select “MAX”, “STD” or “MIN”.

MAX: This setting does not compress the dynamic range of the Dolby digital signal, allowing you to enjoy the full, powerful sound of Dolby encoded digital signals.

STD: This setting compresses the dynamic range, and may produce a more appropriate volume range for home use.

MIN: This setting compresses the dynamic range, allowing you to enjoy mov- ies at a lower volume.

Notes:

If “NO” is selected for any individual speaker’s size setting (page 31), the test tone will not be heard from that speaker.

Note that the front left and front right speaker levels cannot be adjusted using this method.

If the subwoofer, equipped with a front speaker, is set to “EXT” in the speaker size setting procedure, no sound is emitted from it.

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Contents CD-DD4500 Explanation of Graphical Symbols Special NotesImportant Safeguards Contents AccessoriesPrecautions PrecautionsVolume control GeneralGeneral Information Controls and Indicators Controls and IndicatorsFront panel Display 13 14 1519 20 21 Rear panelControls and Indicators Remote controlFront speaker left Full-Range Speaker Speaker WireSpeaker system Center speakerPreparation for Use System Connections System ConnectionsAC 120 V, 60 Hz FM/AM loop antenna connection Speaker connectionPreparationforUse For Use Speakers SpeakersPlacing the speakers PreparationConnecting the AC power cord SpeakersTest of the remote control Remote ControlBattery installation Preparation for Use Remote ControlGeneral Control Demonstration modeTo turn the power on Display brightness 2 levelsEqualizer Sound ControlBass control Basic Operation Sound ControlTo readjust the clock Setting the ClockBasic Operation Setting the Clock To confirm the time displayCD Playback Listening to a CD CDs Listening to a CD CDsPress the 7 OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray To locate the beginning of a track To locate the desired portionStarting playback with a desired track Repeat or Random PlayListening to a CD CDs Repeat PlayProgrammed Play CD Playback Programmed PlayRadio Listening to the Radio Auto tuningListening to the Radio To receive an FM stereo transmissionMemorizing a station To scan the preset stationsListening to the Memorized Station To recall a memorized stationBefore playback Listening to a Cassette Tape Tape 1 or TapeTape Playback Listening to a Cassette Tape Tape 1 or Tape Fast forward/rewind Tape 2 onlyRecording from the Radio Tape Recording Recording from the RadioPress the 0/R 0 button to start recording Recording from a CD CDsTape Recording Recording from a CD CDs To perform programmed recordingTape Recording Dubbing from Tape to Tape Dubbing from Tape to TapeErasing recorded tapes Press the 0 / R 0 button to start dubbing To stop dubbingDolby Digital To listen to a disc using the Dolby Digital modeType of Dolby digital signal Dolby DigitalEnjoy the Surround Sound Normal/Phantom/Bypass modeSurround Operation Enjoy the Surround Sound Virtual Dolby Surround Enjoy the Surround SoundVirtual Dolby Surround Speaker Setting Changing the Speaker SettingSpeaker size setting ChangingWithin 8 seconds, use the SET UP W or X button on the re Changing the Speaker SettingSpeaker delay setting Mote control to select a valueSpeakerSetting Speaker level settingFront speaker balance setting Speaker level will decreaseDynamic range setting Test toneTerminology Description of TerminologyDescription Timer and Sleep Operation Advanced Features Timer and Sleep OperationSleep operation To cancel the sleep operationTo reset or change the timer setting To confirm the remaining sleep timeCords required to connect an external unit Enhancing Your SystemEnhancing Your System To record on a tape from DVD or VCR etc Using subwoofer speakers of other equipmentHeadphones To select the unit connected to the VIDEO/AUX in jackCD player Troubleshooting ChartSymptom Possible cause TunerSymptom Connecting DVD playerTroubleshooting Chart CondensationSpeaker terminals Troubleshooting ChartBefore transporting the unit Press the 7 OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc trayCleaning the tape-handling parts MaintenanceCleaning the cabinet Specifications SpecificationsAmplifier Center speaker SpecificationsFront speaker with subwoofer Surround speakerMemo Memo Sharp Corporation

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