Adjusting the sound
Slight adjustments to the system can enhance your sound enjoyment.
Adjusting the
subwoofer
Operation panel on the subwoofer
LEVELMODE
MOVIE
Setting your amplifier to enjoy movies (SA-VE815ED only)
For the Dolby Digital (AC-3)
If your amplifier is connected internally or externally with a Dolby Digital
See the table below for the proper settings. For details on the setting procedure, refer to
POWER
ON/
STANDBY
MUSIC
MIN MAX
LEVEL MODE
1 Set MODE according to the program source as follows:
| Source | MODE |
| DVD, LD, video cassette | MOVIE |
| or other video source |
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| MD, CD, cassette tape | MUSIC |
| or other audio source |
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2 Rotate LEVEL to adjust the volume.
Set the volume level to best suit your preference according to the program source.
Notes
•Some amplifier functions for enhancing the sound may cause distortion in the subwoofer. If such distortion occurs, turn off those functions.
•To enjoy
•To increase the bass sound from the subwoofer, connect the system using “Hookup B” (see page 5).
•The bass sound is enhanced in MOVIE mode rather than in MUSIC mode. Therefore, if you change the mode to MOVIE while listening to some sources that do not include the bass sound, you may not be able to get the effect.
the manual that was provided with your amplifier.
When “Hookup A” is used (Speaker setup menu)
For | Set to |
Front speakers | SMALL |
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Center speaker | SMALL |
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Rear speakers | SMALL |
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Subwoofer | ON (or YES) |
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(Other setup menu)
Menu | Set to |
LFE* MIX | |
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BASS BOOST** | ON |
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* Low Frequency Effect
**A function that reinforces the bass sound
When “Hookup B” is used (Speaker setup menu)
For | Set to |
Front speakers | LARGE |
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Center speaker | SMALL |
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Rear speakers | SMALL |
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Subwoofer | OFF (or NO) |
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(Other setup menu) | |
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Menu | Set to |
LFE MIX | |
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BASS BOOST | ON |
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