Pioneer VSX-C100-S operating instructions Sound Modes, Selecting a Sound Mode

Playback Modes

Sound Modes

The Sound Modes allow you to add certain sound elements when playing all kinds of sources (two-channel/stereo sources, Dolby Surround sources, Dolby Digital or DTS sources). They can be used in conjunction with the listening modes explained on the previous page.

NATURAL

This mode flattens the total frequency output to make it match the characteristics of the small speakers. When playing a multichannel source using the small speakers this setting corrects the frequency to achieve better theater- like surround sound.

MIDNIGHT

This mode makes the softer sounds more audible and the louder sounds a bit softer so you can hear the entire soundtrack, especially quiet sounds and dialog, with a good surround sound feeling when listening at low volumes.

QUIET

This mode reduces the bass and treble in the signal. It is best used when you feel sounds are too harsh or sharp and would like to smooth them out.

BRIGHT

This mode is used for 2ch Stereo, and is only audible from the front speakers. It flattens the total frequency output to make it match the characteristics of the front speakers. When playing two channel sources the bass trim often becomes muddy and this mode offers clear, true sound in low and high frequencies.

S.BASS

This mode increases the bass in the signal and puts the beat of the music or soundtrack in the forefront.

OFF

No sound mode is applied.

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Selecting a Sound Mode

The receiver has three tone effect types that you can add to the Listening mode you are using.

RECEIVERSOURCE

SIGNAL SELECT

SLEEP

DVD TV/SAT FRONT

DIMMER

DVR/ VCR FM / AM

1Press SOUND MODE.

2Cycle through the different possibilities using the SOUND MODE button and select the one you want.

AUTO SURROUND ADVANCED	SOUND	1-2	Refer to above for more details about each sound mode.
	MODE
	ROOM
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT SETUP

ENTER MUTE

MASTER

VOLUME

TOP MENU	DISPLAY	T.EDIT MENU
DTV MENU	TUNE
ST	ENTER		ST
AUDIO	TUNE		SUBTITLE
			GUIDE
CH RETURN	DTV ON /OFF		DTV INFO
	CLASS	MPX	D.ACCESS

•The default setting is NATURAL.

•Each playback component can be set independently and retains its sound mode when another component is being used.

•When you choose VIRTUAL mode (page 35) you can’t select a Sound mode.

•When inputting a 96 kHz PCM signal you can’t select a Sound mode.

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