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Multi Channel Surround Setup
zAbout speaker distances
This unit allows 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 5 feet* (1.5 meters) closer than the front speakers. Likewise, the rear speakers can not be set farther away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 15 feet* (4.5 meters) 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 3~6 feet* (1~2 m) 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 rear speakers are too close, setting the rear speaker distance closer (shorter) than the actual distance will create a larger soundstage.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!
* Models of area code U, CA only.
xDistance unit (DIST. UNIT)
Initial setting : feet* (meter)
Lets you select either feet or meters as the unit of measure for setting distances. 1 foot corresponds to a 1 ms difference.
* Models of area code U, CA only.
xFront speaker crossover frequency
(FRONT SP >)
Initial setting : 120 Hz
Lets you adjust the front speaker bass crossover frequency when the front speakers are set to “SMALL”. The frequency can be adjusted in 30 Hz steps from 60 Hz to 180 Hz.
xCenter speaker crossover frequency (CENTER SP >)
Initial setting : 120 Hz
Lets you to adjust the center speaker bass crossover frequency when the center speaker is set to “SMALL”. The frequency can be adjusted in 30 Hz steps from 60 Hz to 180 Hz.
xRear speaker crossover frequency (REAR SP >)
Initial setting : 120 Hz
Lets you adjust the rear speaker bass crossover frequency when the rear speakers are set to “SMALL”. The frequency can be adjusted in 30 Hz steps from 60 Hz to 180 Hz.
Adjusting the speaker volume
Use the remote while seated in your listening position to adjust the volume of each speaker.
Note
This unit incorporates a new test tone with a frequency centered at 800 Hz for easier speaker volume adjustment.
1Press ?/1 to turn on the receiver.
2Press TEST TONE on the supplied remote.
You will hear the test tone from each speaker in sequence.
3Adjust the volume level so that the volume of the test tone from each speaker sounds the same when you are in your main listening position.
•To adjust the balance of the front right and front left speakers, use the front balance parameter in the LEVEL menu (see page 39).
•To adjust the balance of the rear right and rear left speakers, use the rear balance parameter in the LEVEL menu (see page 39).
•To adjust the volume level of the center speaker, press the LEVEL CENTER +/– buttons on the remote.
•To adjust the volume level of the rear speakers, press the LEVEL REAR +/– buttons on the remote.
4Press TEST TONE on the remote again to turn off the test tone.
Note
The test tone cannot be output when the receiver is set to 5.1CH
INPUT.
zYou can adjust the volume level of all speakers at the same time
Rotate MASTER VOLUME on the main unit or press MASTER VOLUME +/– on the remote.
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