Advanced settings (continued)

Tip

The receiver lets you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers. Also, the center speaker cannot be set more that

1.5meters (5 feet) closer than the front speakers. Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set farther away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer.

This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to the enjoyment of surround sound. Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer than the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will sound like it is farther away.

For example, setting the center speaker distance 1–2 meters (3–6 feet) closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are too close, setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter) than the actual distance will create a larger sound stage.

Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!

xS.W PHASE

(Sub woofer phase polarity)

Lets you set the sub woofer phase polarity.

•NORMAL

Normally, select “NORMAL”.

•REVERSE

Depending on the type of front speakers, the position of the sub woofer, and the cut-off frequency of the sub woofer, setting the phase polarity to “REVERSE” (reverse) may produce better bass. Besides bass reproduction, the richness and tightness of the overall sound may also be affected. While listening from the main listening position, select the setting that best suits your environment.

xDISTANCE UNIT (Distance unit)

Lets you select the unit of measure for setting distances.

• feet (default for models for area code U, CA) The distance is displayed in feet.

• meter (default for models for other area codes) The distance is displayed in meters.

xSURR POSI.

(Surround speaker position)*1

Lets you specify the location of your surround speakers for proper implementation of the surround effects in the Cinema Studio EX modes (page 35).

 

90°

 

A

60°

A

B

30°

B

C

C

 

 

20°

 

•SIDE

Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section A.

•MIDDLE

Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section B.

•BEHIND

Select if the location of your surround speakers corresponds to section C.

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