Input Setup
Dolby D (Dolby Digital)
This mode is used for playing Dolby Digital sources.
•Dolby Digital EX
Enabled when playing back sources with surround tracks that were encoded using the Surround EX technology.
•Dolby EX
Select to achieve the same effects as Dolby Digital EX encoded sources with
This mode is for
This mode can be set to the Cinema mode designed for playing movies and the Music mode designed for listening to music.
The Cinema mode is good for movies. The reproduced surround sound provide the same realistic feel of movement as
The Music mode uses the surround channels to provide a natural sound space that cannot be provided with normal stereo output. This mode can be used with music CDs and other stereo sources.
DTS
This mode is used for playing DTS source.
With the addition of the surround back channel, this new format has all 6.1 channels recorded independently for a completely discrete digital format. Since all channels are recorded independently, high- fidelity surround playback with the increased feeling of a separated sound space is achieved.
This format has the surround back channel matrix encoded and inserted into the left and right surround channels so that at playback the output for the left, right, and back surround channels are decoded using a
DTS 96/24
Automatically changes to this mode when playing back sources with surround tracks that were encoded using the DTS 96/24 technology.
THX
This mode is for playing back sources recorded in the THX format. For the utmost in fidelity when playing back THX sources, it is also recommended to use a
•THX Cinema
This is the conventional
•THX Surround EX
“THX Surround EX - Dolby Digital Surround EX” is a joint development of Dolby Laboratories and the THX division of Lucasfilm Ltd.
In a movie theater, film soundtracks that have been encoded with Dolby Digital Surround EX technology are able to reproduce an extra channel which has been added during the mixing of the program. This channel, called Surround Back, places sounds behind the listener in addition to the currently available front left, front center, front right, surround right, surround left, and subwoofer channels.
This additional channel provides the opportunity for more detailed imaging behind the listener and brings more depth, spacious ambience, and sound localization than ever before.
When released to the home consumer market, movies that were created using the Dolby Digital Surround EX technology, may have a note to that effect on the packaging. A list of movies created using this technology can be found on the Dolby web site at http://www.dolby.com.
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Digital Signal Processing (DSP) modes
Mono Movie
This mode is suitable for playing back monaural recording such as old movie soundtracks. The center channel delivers the unprocessed original sound, whereas the other channels deliver the center- channel sound processed with the appropriate reverberation. This allows you to enjoy monaural sound with the atmosphere of a movie theater.
Enhanced 7
This mode reproduces a natural surround environment by using seven speaker channels. The sound effects moving smoothly toward the surround back. This mode is good for music and TV sports programs.
Orchestra
This mode is appropriate for classical and opera music. The center channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen the stereo image. It will simulate the natural reverberation that is created in large halls.
Unplugged
This mode is suitable for acoustical instrumental sounds, vocals, and jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it will simulate the acoustics that you would experience in front of the stage.
This mode is for rock and popular music. The lively sounds are enhanced for a powerful acoustic image that simulates the feeling of being in a club or rock concert.
TV Logic
This mode gives realistic acoustics to TV programs that are aired from TV studios. It enhances the entire surround sound and clarity of the conversation.
All Ch Stereo
This mode is designed for playing background music. The front, surround, and surround back channels create a stereo image that encompasses the entire area.
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