Pioneer VSX-C100-S operating instructions Sound Modes, Selecting a Sound Mode

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Playback Modes

Sound Modes

The Sound Modes allow you to add certain sound elements when playing all kinds of sources (two-channel/stereo sources, Dolby Surround sources, Dolby Digital or DTS sources). They can be used in conjunction with the listening modes explained on the previous page.

NATURAL

This mode flattens the total frequency output to make it match the characteristics of the small speakers. When playing a multichannel source using the small speakers this setting corrects the frequency to achieve better theater- like surround sound.

MIDNIGHT

This mode makes the softer sounds more audible and the louder sounds a bit softer so you can hear the entire soundtrack, especially quiet sounds and dialog, with a good surround sound feeling when listening at low volumes.

QUIET

This mode reduces the bass and treble in the signal. It is best used when you feel sounds are too harsh or sharp and would like to smooth them out.

BRIGHT

This mode is used for 2ch Stereo, and is only audible from the front speakers. It flattens the total frequency output to make it match the characteristics of the front speakers. When playing two channel sources the bass trim often becomes muddy and this mode offers clear, true sound in low and high frequencies.

S.BASS

This mode increases the bass in the signal and puts the beat of the music or soundtrack in the forefront.

OFF

No sound mode is applied.

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Selecting a Sound Mode

The receiver has three tone effect types that you can add to the Listening mode you are using.

RECEIVERSOURCE

SIGNAL SELECT

SLEEP

DVD TV/SAT FRONT

DIMMER

DVR/ VCR

FM / AM

1Press SOUND MODE.

2Cycle through the different possibilities using the SOUND MODE button and select the one you want.

AUTO SURROUND ADVANCED

SOUND

1-2

Refer to above for more details about each sound mode.

MODE

 

 

ROOM

 

SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT SETUP

 

ENTER MUTE

MASTER

VOLUME

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

T.EDIT MENU

DTV MENU

TUNE

 

 

 

 

 

ST

ENTER

ST

 

 

AUDIO

TUNE

 

SUBTITLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

GUIDE

CH RETURN

DTV ON /OFF

DTV INFO

 

CLASS

MPX

D.ACCESS

The default setting is NATURAL.

Each playback component can be set independently and retains its sound mode when another component is being used.

When you choose VIRTUAL mode (page 35) you can’t select a Sound mode.

When inputting a 96 kHz PCM signal you can’t select a Sound mode.

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VSX-C100VSX-C100-S For Canadian model For U.S. modelImportant Safety Instructions Operating Environment H045 En TWO Voltage Selector Switches multi-voltage model onlyFeatures Contents Home Theater The Basics Quick Start GuideYour Home System Source MaterialDefault Settings No Frills SetupFront R Powered Subwoofer SW Hook up your DVD player, speakers, subwoofer and TVTo wall TV outlet Power cord Advanced/Customized Settings Installing the Receiver Checking the Supplied AccessoriesWhen Making Cable Connections Introductory InformationMaintenance of External Surfaces Operating Range Remote Control UnitLoading the Batteries Audio/Video Cords Connecting Your EquipmentCoaxial Cords/Optical Cables Connecting Your Equipment Connecting a DVD Player & TVWhy you need an analog connection as well as a digital one Connecting a Digital Tuner/Set Top Box Connecting Video Components Connecting a TV with an Internal Digital TunerFront Connecting Your EquipmentSpeaker terminals Connecting SpeakersOverhead view of speaker set up Hints on Speaker PlacementView of speaker set up Using External Antennas Connecting AntennasPlugging in the Receiver Operating other Pioneer Components with this Unit’s SensorFront Panel Displays & ControlsDisplays & Controls Rear PanelRemote Control = Source Power button LED indicatorAccess button Enter buttonProgram Format/Speaker Channel Indicators Checking the Settings on Your DVD or other PlayerBasic Playback Checking the soundtrack on your discBasic Playback Playing a SourceStart playback of the component you selected in step STANDBY/ON buttonRoom Setup Fine Tuning Your Surround SoundWhile the display is blinking press Enter Press Enter to exit the setting mode Fine Tuning Your Surround SoundPersonalizing Your Surround Sound Surround speakers setting Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound Front speakers settingCenter speaker setting Subwoofer settingCenter speaker distance setting Front speakers distance settingLFE attenuator setting Press Enter if you want to exit the settingDual mono setting Dynamic range control setting Coaxial connection setting assigning the coaxial terminal Fine Tuning Your Surround Sound Input attenuator setting Optical connection default settings Button Press Test Tone to turn off the test tone+/− button Auto Playback ModesPlayback Modes Selecting a Listening ModeVirtual Surround Back Virtl SB Sound Modes Selecting a Sound ModeChannel Step Setting multi- voltage model only Using the TunerMPX mode Finding a StationUsing the Tuner Tuning Directly to a StationMemorizing Stations Recalling Memorized Stations Naming Memorized StationsPress Enter to input the first of the four characters Enter up to three more characters in the same wayUsing the Headphones Using Other FunctionsMuting the Sound Resetting the System Input Signal SelectUsing Other Functions Sleep FunctionDefault Settings for the Receiver Switching the Operation Mode of the Remote Changing the Remote Control ModeControlling the Rest of Your System To cancel the preset mode at any time Press Enter Recalling Preset CodesControlling the Rest of Your System While pressing the Enter button pressClearing the Preset Codes Buttons Function Components CD/MD/CD-R/VCR/DVD/LD/DVD recorder/Cassette Deck ControlsDisplay Cable TV/Satellite TV/Digital TV/TV ControlsDVD Preset Code ListAdditional Information TroubleshootingAdditional Information Symptom Cause RemedyPress Dimmer on the remote control re Understanding DVD Packaging Techno Know HowDigital Audio Formats Playback Formats Recording FormatsEnglish Specifications U.S. model Amplifier Section Specifications Multi voltage model and Singaporean modelMulti voltage model Page English TNGZC/02D00001