Yamaha RX-V659 Sound field program descriptions, ■For movie/video sources, 2-CH, Remote, Features, Sound field program, Game, MUSIC, STEREO, Pop/Rock, TV Sports, 2ch Stereo

SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS

Sound field program descriptions

This unit is equipped with a variety of precise digital decoders that allow you to enjoy multi-channel playback from almost any stereo or multi-channel sound source. This unit is also equipped with a YAMAHA digital sound field processing (DSP) chip containing several sound field programs which you can use to enhance your playback experience.

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The YAMAHA CINEMA DSP modes are compatible with all Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Surround sources. Set “INPUT MODE” to “AUTO” (see page 41) to enable this unit to automatically switch to the appropriate digital decoder according to the input signal.

Notes

•The DSP sound field programs of this unit are recreations of real-world acoustic environments made from precise measurements taken in the actual concert hall, music venue, movie theater, etc. Thus, you may notice variations in the strength of the reflections coming from the front, back, left and right.

•Choose a sound field program based on your listening preference, not merely on the name of the program itself.

■For movie/video sources

You can select from the following sound fields when playing movie or video sources. The sound fields marked “MULTI” can be used with multi-channel sources, like DVD, digital TV, etc. Those marked “2-CH” can be used with 2-channel stereo sources like TV programs, video tapes, etc.

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Rotate the PROGRAM selector on the front panel (or set the component selector switch to AMP and then press one of the sound field program selector buttons on the remote control) to select the desired sound field program (see page 70).

Remote
control	Sound field program	Features	Sources
button
1	STEREO	Downmixes multi-channel sources to 2 channels or plays back 2-channel
	2ch Stereo	sources as they are.
2	MUSIC	CINEMA DSP processing. Creates an enthusiastic atmosphere where you can
	Pop/Rock	feel as if you are in an actual jazz or rock concert.
	ENTERTAINMENT	CINEMA DSP processing. Reproduces the sound environment of a large concert
	TV Sports	hall using the surround sound field to enhance your experience of watching	MULTI
		various TV programs such as news, variety shows, music programs or sports	2-CH
		programs.
3	ENTERTAINMENT	CINEMA DSP processing. Reproduces monaural video sources (such as old
	Mono Movie	movies) at the optimum reverberation level to create sound depth using only the
		presence sound field.
	ENTERTAINMENT	CINEMA DSP processing. Adds a deep and spatial feeling to video game
	Game	sounds.

PROGRAMS FIELD SOUND

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