Specifying the speaker parameters

To obtain the best possible surround sound, first specify the distance of the speakers from your listening position, then set the balance and level. Use the test tone to adjust the speaker volumes to the same level.

You may adjust the speaker parameters using SPEAKER SETUP in the setup display (page 65).

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To specify the size, distance, position and height of the speakers

1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to display 9 SP. SETUP on the front panel display. 2 Sit in your listening position and select the item to be set using X/x.

•Items set in 9 SP. SETUP

–Size of the rear and centre speakers

–Distance of the front, rear, and centre speakers

–Position and height of the rear speakers

3 Set the parameter using C/c.

The selected parameter will appear on the front panel display.

4 Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to set other parameters in 9 SP. SETUP.

If you do not operate the remote for a few seconds, the parameter turns off and is stored in the system.

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When you do not connect centre or rear speakers, or move the rear speakers, set the parameters for CENTER and REAR. Since the front speaker and subwoofer settings are fixed, you cannot change them. The default settings are underlined.

•CENTER (centre speaker)

–YES: Normally select this.

–NO: Select this if no centre speaker is used.

•REAR (rear speakers)

–YES: Normally select this. Specify the position and height to implement the Digital Cinema Surround modes in the “Virtual” sound field (page 46) properly.

–NO: Select this if no rear speakers are used.

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DAV-S400 specifications

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Another notable technology incorporated into the DAV-S400 is the Digital Cinema Sound (DCS). This feature optimizes sound reproduction to suit the acoustic characteristics of the listening room, ensuring an enhanced auditory experience. Users can also take advantage of the system’s on-screen menus to adjust settings, allowing for customized sound environments tailored to personal preferences.

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