05Listening to your system

Chapter 5

Listening to your system

Auto listening mode

The Auto listening mode is the simplest way to listen to any source as it was mastered: the output from the speakers mirrors the channels in the source material.

If you set up the system for Front surround (page 4), the Front Surround modes will give the best results (see Using Front Stage Surround Advance on page 17).

SOUND

TONE

 

TUNE

SOUND

RETRIEVER

SURROUND ADVANCED F.S.SURR MCACC

CHANNELVOLUME

TVINPUT

•Press SURROUND to select the AUTO listening mode.

If the source is Dolby Digital or DTS, the front panel 2 D or DTS indicator lights.

•You can also use the SURROUND button on the display unit to change the listening mode.

Listening in surround sound

You can listen to stereo or multichannel sources in surround sound. Surround sound is generated from stereo sources using one of the Dolby Pro Logic decoding modes.

If you set up the system for Front surround (page 4), the Front Surround modes will give the best results (see Using Front Stage Surround Advance on page 17).

SOUND

TEST

TONE

 

TUNE

SOUND

 

RETRIEVER

 

SURROUND ADVANCED F.S.SURR MCACC

CHANNELVOLUME

TVINPUT

•Press SURROUND repeatedly to select a listening mode.

•You can also use the SURROUND button on the display unit to change the listening mode.

The choices that appear in the display will vary according to the type of source that’s playing.

If the source is Dolby Digital or DTS, the front panel 2 D or DTS indicator lights.

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•AUTO – Auto listening mode (see above)

•DOLBY PL (Dolby Pro Logic) – 4.1 channel surround sound for use with any two-channel source

•MOVIE (Dolby Pro Logic II Movie) – 5.1 channel surround sound, especially suited to movie sources, for use with any two-channel source

•MUSIC (Dolby Pro Logic II Music) – 5.1 channel surround sound, especially suited to music sources, for use with any two-channel source; see Dolby Pro Logic II Music settings below

•STEREO – See Listening in stereo on page 17

Dolby Pro Logic II Music settings

When listening in Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode (see above), there are three settings you can adjust: Center Width, Dimension, and Panorama.

ENTER

CLEAR

SETUP

SR

 

TUNE

ST

ST

 

ENTER

SOUND

TEST

TONE

 

TUNE

SOUND

 

RETRIEVER

 

1With Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode active, press

SOUND.

2 Use (cursor left/right) to select C WIDTH, DIMEN. or PANORAMA then press ENTER.

•C WIDTH (Center Width) – Provides a better blend of the front speakers by spreading the center channel between the front right and left speakers, making it sound wider (higher settings) or narrower (lower settings)

•DIMEN. (Dimension) – Adjusts the depth of the surround sound balance from front to back, making the sound more distant (minus settings), or more forward (positive settings)

•PANORAMA – Extends the front strereo image to include the surround speakers for a ‘wraparound’ effect.

3 Use (cursor up/down) to adjust the setting then press ENTER to confirm.

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HTP-330, S-ST330, SX-SW330 specifications

The Pioneer HTP-330, S-ST330, and SX-SW330 represent a sophisticated home theater system designed for audio enthusiasts seeking an immersive sound experience. These units combine cutting-edge technologies with user-friendly functionality, making them ideal for both movie lovers and music aficionados.

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The SX-SW330 subwoofer complements the system with its powerful low-frequency output, providing a solid foundation for music and cinematic soundtracks. With its adjustable crossover frequency and phase control, users can customize the bass response to match their specific preferences and room acoustics.

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