Sherwood R-903R manual Dolby Pro Logic II surround, Dolby Virtual, Mpeg Multichannel

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Dolby Pro Logic

Dolby Pro Logic is a specially encoded two channel surround format which consists of four channels ( front left, center, front right and surround). Sources bearing the

“ ” provide the theater-like surround sound.

The surround channel is monaural, but is played through both surround speakers.

Dolby Pro Logic II surround

This mode applies conventional 2- channel signals such as digital PCM or analog stereo signals as well as Dolby Surround signals, etc. to surround processing to offer improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic circuits. Dolby Pro Logic II surround includes two modes as follows:

Dolby Pro Logic II Cinema

When enjoying movies, this mode allows you to further enhance the cinematic quality by adding processing that emphasizes the sounds of the action special effects.

Dolby Pro Logic II Music

When listening to music, this mode allows you to further enhance the sound quality by adding processing that emphasizes the musical effects.

Dolby Virtual

This mode employs sophisticated digital processing to create the illusion of “phantom” speakers, this mode allows you to experience surround sound effects from Dolby Digital, Dolby Surround or 2-channel (recorded in digital PCM or analog stereo) sources, through just a single pair of front speakers.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

MPEG Multichannel

This mode is a surround system which faithfully reproduces the ambience and dynamics of movie soundtracks and music alike. Though the number of audio channels is 5.1 which is same as Dolby Digital, discs

bearing the “ ” provides much better at locating individual sounds to the correct and stable position in the sound stage.

When using the 7 CH DIRECT INPUTs to playback the sound from an additional multichannel decoder for surround sound, you can enjoy the corresponding surround sound, too. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the component to be connected.

ENGLISH

The following modes apply conventional 2-channel signals such as digital PCM or analog stereo signals to high performance Digital Signal Processor to recreate sound fields artificially. Select one of the twelve provided surround modes according to the program source you want to play.

Theater

This mode provides the effect of being in a theater -in-the round when watching a play.

Movie

This mode provides the effect of being in a movie theater when watching a movie.

Hall 1/2

This mode provides the ambience of a chamber hall for chamber music or an instrumental solo (Hall 1) or a concert hall for orchestral music or an opera (Hall 2).

Stadium

This mode provides the expansive sound field to achieve the true stadium effect when watching baseball or soccer games.

Church

This mode provides the ambience of a church for baroque, string orchestral or choral group music.

Club 1/2

This mode creates the sound field of a jazz club with a low ceiling and hard walls (Club 1) or a live house with a relatively spacious floor (Club 2).

Arena 1/2

This mode provides the feeling of a live concert in a medium - sized (Arena 1) or large (Arena 2) arena.

Game

Use this mode to enjoy video game sources.

Matrix

This mode reproduces a delayed signals from the surround channels to emphasize the sense of expansion for music sources.

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Contents Page Page Read this Before Operating Your Unit IntroductionContents Video System ConnectionsConnecting Audio Components Video AC Input Cord Fluorescent Display Front Panel ControlsDevice Universal Remote ControlsFunction Table of the Numbered Buttons Loading Batteries Entering a setup code Using Functions of Remote ControlRemoving a punch-through function Using a punch-through functionOperating a macro function Programming a macro functionTo remove a macro program To change a macro programSurround modes Before OperationDolby Pro Logic II surround Dolby Pro LogicDolby Virtual Mpeg MultichannelFront left and right speakers and center speaker Speaker placementSurround left and right speakers Surround back speakerSpeaker distance settings Adjusting the speaker settingsSetting the type of speakers Refer to the previous page and adjust the speaker settings Operations Turning the Power ON/OFFWhen selecting the 7 CH Direct When AUX, Video 1~3 is selected as an input sourceMute Enjoying Surround Sound Selecting the surround modeTo cancel the surround mode for stereo operation Adjusting each channel level Adjusting each channel level with test toneCalling the channel levels Presetting and Calling the channel levelsPresetting the channel levels Adjusting the tonebass and treble Adjusting the LFE levelCompressing the dynamic range Dolby Digital sources only Panorama modePANO, default value OFF Adjusting the Dolby Pro Logic II Music parametersCenter width controlC-WID, default value Dimension controlDIMEN, default valueDownmixing into 2 front channels Listening to Radio Broadcasts Manual tuningAuto tuning Scanning preset stations in sequence Presetting radio stationsTuning to preset stations RDS search Listening to RDS Broadcastsfm onlyTP search PTY searchNetworks information EON PTY EON Enhanced OtherAnalog AUDIO/VIDEO Recording Dubbing the audio and video signalsRecording with Tape Dubbing from video components ontoDigital Audio Recording with MD Recorder Other Functions Operating the sleep timerAdjusting the brightness of the fluorescent displays Menu Screen Using the OSDCurrent Status Display Select the desired menu using When selecting the Auto OSD When selecting the CH Level SetupProblem Possible Cause Remedy Troubleshooting GuideAmplifier Section SpecificationsInitializing the System Setting UP the System on Front PanelAppendix Pano OFF Setup Code Table Inno HIT VCR Otto Verand DVD SAT AUX-TAPE/MD

R-903R, R-903 specifications

The Sherwood R-903 and R-903R are distinguished models in the realm of audio receivers, showcasing a blend of classic design and cutting-edge technology. These receivers are engineered for both audiophiles and casual listeners, providing a versatile and powerful home audio experience.

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