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To listen in a Dolby Headphone mode

The Dolby Headphone function simulates 5.1 channel surround sound, which allows you to enjoy 5.1 channel surround sound through 2 channel headphones, just like listening from 5.1 channel speakers.

Note : Only when the HEADPHONE SELECTOR button is set to the speaker off mode, the Dolby Headphone mode can be selected.

• While listening with headphones, select the desired Dolby Headphone mode.

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or

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• Each time this button is pressed, the mode changes as follows :

DOLBY HEADPHONE 1: This simulates the soundfield as if you were in

a relatively small room with less reverberations.

DOLBY HEADPHONE 2: This simulates the soundfield as if you were in

a typical listening room with moderate reverberations.

DOLBY HEADPHONE 3: This simulates the soundfield as if you were in a large space like theater.

Off : Depending on the signal format which is being input, either the stereo mode or the 2CH downmix mode is selected.

Combined with the current mode, the selected Dolby Headphone mode is activated.

The desired mode can be selected with pressing the CURSOR UP() button only when the OSD menu operation is not performed.

Notes :

In case of that the original surround mode is “DOLBY DIGITAL EX” or “DTS ES” mode, it will be automatically changed to “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS” mode.

Only when playing a stereo (2 channel) source in “PL IIx”, “DOLBY VS” or “DOLBY HEADPHONE” mode, you can select the original surround mode to be combined with use of the MULTI CONTROL knob or the DSP MODE UP()/DOWN() buttons.(However, in case of “PL IIx” mode, you cannot select “PL II”mode.)

When “PL IIx” mode is selected while playing in “PL II” mode, it will be automatically changed to “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “BYPASS” mode depending on the signal format which is being input.

Selecting the surround back channel mode as connected

• You can set the surround back channel mode according to surround back speaker connection.

• Each time this button is pressed, the mode changes as follows :

STANDBY

 

POWER ON

1 channel : When a surround back speaker is connected.

AUD2

 

 

(“

 

” lights up)

SLEEP

D/A

 

SB

DIMM

S.A/B

 

 

 

 

ROOM2

SUR.B

 

2 channel : When two surround back speakers are connected.

T.TON

PURE

 

OSD

PARA.

 

(“

SB

” lights up)

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None : When surround back speakers are not connected.

Note:

• When the surround speaker is set to “None”, the surround back channel is automatically set to None.

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Sherwood P-965 manual Selecting the surround back channel mode as connected, To listen in a Dolby Headphone mode

P-965 specifications

The Sherwood P-965 is a well-regarded stereo receiver that offers a blend of classic design, modern features, and solid performance, making it an excellent choice for audiophiles and casual listeners alike. With its robust build and versatile functionality, the P-965 stands out in the competitive landscape of home audio equipment.

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