Sound Modes

Reducing noise during playback (DIGITAL NR function)

When DIGITAL NR is on, extraneous noise during playback can be reduced.

DIGITAL NR

Press DIGITAL NR on the front panel.

Each press switches DIGITAL NR on or off.

SIGNAL SELECT

SP A

DNR

DIGITAL

dB

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In cases described below, DIGITAL NR cannot be used. 1 Dolby/DTS mode is ON.

2 DSP mode is ON.

3 DVD 5.1ch input is selected.

4 Dolby Digital or DTS signals are being input.

*When DIGITAL NR is on and Dolby Digital or DTS signals are input, DIGITAL NR is automatically switched off.

In cases described below, noises may not be reduced even if DIGITAL NR is on.

·Sudden noise

·Extremely loud noise

·Signals that do not contain many high frequencies

For each source, DIGITAL NR is effective at and above levels shown below.

·

Cassette tape

............................ 20 dB

·

Video tape

15 dB

·

AM tuner

10 to 15 dB

·

FM tuner

15 to 16 dB

*Depending on the condition of the source, there may not be a noticeable improvement in the quality of the sound.

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Pioneer VSX-21 manual Reducing noise during playback Digital NR function, Press Digital NR on the front panel

VSX-21 specifications

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