Enjoying stereo sound in multi channel (2 channel decoding mode)
This mode lets you specify the type of decoding for 2 channel audio sources. This receiver can reproduce 2 channel sound in 5 channels through Dolby Pro Logic II or 4 channels through Dolby Pro Logic.
Press A.F.D. repeatedly to select the 2 channel decoding mode.
The selected type of decoding appears in the display.
xDOLBY PL (PRO LOGIC)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic decoding. The source recorded in 2 channel is decoded into 4.1 channels.
xPLII MOV (PRO LOGIC II MOVIE)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode decoding. This setting is ideal for movies encoded in Dolby Surround. In addition, this mode can reproduce sound in 5.1 channel when watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.
xPLII MUS (PRO LOGIC II MUSIC)
Performs Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs.
xMULTI ST. (MULTI STEREO)
Output the 2 channel left/right signals from all speakers.
Tip
You can also use ; PLII on the receiver to select “DOLBY PL”, “PLII MOV” or “PLII MUS”.
Note
Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding do not function for DTS format signals.
Selecting a sound field
You can take advantage of surround sound simply by selecting one of the receiver’s preprogrammed sound fields. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters and concert halls into your home.
Selecting a sound field for movies
Press MOVIE repeatedly to select the sound field you want.
The selected sound field appears in the display.
Sound field | Display |
CINEMA STUDIO EX A DCS | C.ST.EX A |
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CINEMA STUDIO EX B DCS | C.ST.EX B |
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CINEMA STUDIO EX C DCS | C.ST.EX C |
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About DCS (Digital Cinema Sound)
Sound fields with DCSmarks use DCS technology.
DCS is the concept name of the surround technology for home theater developed by Sony. DCS uses the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology to reproduce the sound characteristics of an actual cinema cutting studio in Hollywood.
When played at home, DCS will create a powerful theater effect that mimics the artistic combination of sound and action as envisioned by the movie director.
xC.ST.EX A (CINEMA STUDIO EX A) DCS
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Cary Grant Theater” cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching most any type of movies.
xC.ST.EX B (CINEMA STUDIO EX B) DCS
Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment “Kim Novak Theater” cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching
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