Mode Adjust

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5.1a THX MUSIC

MODE ADJUST 5.1a MUSIC

The 5.1a THX MUSIC listening mode is designed for playback of 5.1-channel analog music sources. It cannot be activated unless side and rear speakers are present. This mode performs best in home theaters where the rear speaker are placed close together.

ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-35for more informa- tion.

Option/Parameter

Default Setting

Possible Settings

 

 

 

LFE MIX

+0.0dB

-10.0 to +0.0dB

 

 

 

OUTPUT LEVELS

Refer to page 6-37

 

 

 

 

CUSTOM

Refer to page 6-37

 

 

 

 

See “Listening Mode Menu Option and Parameter Descriptions” on page 6-39for detailed descriptions.

Note:

The 5.1a THX MUSIC listening mode can only be activated with the front- panel or remote control Mode buttons.

5.1a STANDARD

MODE ADJUST 5.1a STANDARD

This mode allows 5.1-channel analog sources to use bass management, speaker crossovers, speaker distance calibration, and audio controls (tone controls). When these features are not used, the 5.1a STANDARD listening mode is similar to the 5.1a BYPASS listening mode. The 5.1a STANDARD mode sends identical signals (with appropriate time delays) to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Side L and Rear as well as Side R and Rear R.

Parameter

OUTPUT LEVELS

Refer to page 6-37

 

 

CUSTOM

Refer to page 6-37

 

 

See “Listening Mode Menu Option and Parameter Descriptions” on page 6-39for detailed descriptions.

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Lexicon RV-8 manual 1a THX Music, 1a Standard

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