04Home theater sound

See also Using the Advanced Surround effects below, for further stereo and surround playback options.

Listening with headphones

When headphones are connected, only the Stereo (default) and Phones Surround (virtual surround sound for headphones) modes are available.

With headphones connected, press ADVANCED to select ‘Phones Surround’ or SURROUND to select ‘Stereo’.

Using the Advanced Surround effects

Advanced Surround effects can be used with multichannel or stereo sources for a variety of additional surround sound effects.

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ADVANCED then use the (cursor up/ down) bottons).

Press repeatedly to select from:

Adv. Music – Gives a concert hall-type sound

Adv. Movie – Gives a movie theater-type sound

Expanded – Creates an extra wide stereo field

TV Surr. – Designed for mono or stereo TV broadcasts and other sources

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Pioneer S-DV990ST, S-DV99ST manual Listening with headphones, Using the Advanced Surround effects

S-DV99ST, S-DV990ST specifications

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Both models incorporate energy-efficient technologies, ensuring minimal power consumption without sacrificing performance. The user-friendly interfaces and remote controls provide easy navigation through settings and inputs, making it accessible for users of all tech-savviness levels.

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