Pioneer VSX-D509S - Manual (Page 4)

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Features
DTS* (Digital Theater Systems) decoder equipped
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DTS is a digital sound system introduced in theaters. Playback of DVD, LD, and CD recorded in
DTS audio creates the environment of a theater or the sensation of a concert hall in your
home.
Dolby** Digital and Dolby Pro Logic
No need to worry about program formats! When playing Dolby Digital or Dolby Surround
software in the
2 (Dolby) Surround mode, decoding switches automatically according to the
input signal. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy! (When connecting a DVD/LD player or LD
player using the
2 RF output, a commercially available RF demodulator (RFD-1) is required.)
ADVANCED THEATER modes
Four sound modes that enhance DTS and Dolby Surround performance by simulating the
environment of a movie theater (DRAMA, ACTION), or the ambience of a concert hall
(MUSICAL). With EXPANDED THEATER, you can enjoy Dolby Surround encoded software in
simulated Dolby Digital.
Various Surround Effects (DSP)
The DSP (Digital Signal Processing) surround mode allows you to transform your living room
into six different sonic environments when listening to music or watching movies.
Midnight Listening Mode
When late night hours or other factors require that the volume be kept low, the surround
effects may tend to become less than satisfactory. When the midnight listening mode is on,
you can enjoy the effects of quality surround sound even at low volumes.
DVD 5.1 channel input
A special 5.1 Channel input makes the VSX–D409/D509S fully compatible with Dolby Digital
decoders and DVD players with 5.1 channel outputs.
The Energy-saving Design
This unit is designed to use minimal electricity when power is switched OFF (in Standby
mode). Regarding the value of the power consumption in standby mode, refer to
“Specifications” on page 58.
Remote Control of Other Components
The supplied remote control can be used to operate a variety of other components simply by
recalling the appropriate preset code. In addition, the multi-operation functions allow you to
perform a variety of operations automatically.
** Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential Unpublished Works. © 1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
* Manufactured under license from Digital
Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942
and other worldwide patents issues and
pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround”
are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems,
Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All
rights reserved.