Onkyo TX-L5 - Manual (Page 30)

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The surround sound of the AV Receiver enables you to
enjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in
your room.
Before using any surround mode, make sure the Speaker
Setup configurations have been set (see page 20).
The speaker configuration is very important for the
surround sound. See "Connecting Speakers" on page 15
and "Positioning Speakers" on page 14.
Following are the sound systems the AV Receiver can
reproduce.
■ DOLBY DIGITAL Surround, DTS (Digital
Theater System) Surround
This 5.1-channel digital surround format enables you to
individually record and play five full-range (20 Hz-20 kHz)
channels (left and right front, center, two surround channels)
plus an LFE channel (Low Frequency Effect) for the low-range
effect sound. It will create a realistic sound that could be
heard in the theaters and concert halls.
DOLBY DIGITAL
Select this option when you play a DVD video that has a
mark.
DTS
Select this option when you play a DVD player, LD, or CD that has a
mark.
■ DOLBY PRO LOGIC II surround
This is a 5-channel surround system of a new generation,
casting a bridge between the previous 4-channel (Left/Right
Front, Center and monaural surround channels) Pro Logic
surround and 5.1-channel Dolby Digital surround. Dolby Pro
Logic II provides the MOVIE mode optimized for viewing
movies and the MUSIC mode optimized for listening to music.
In the MOVIE mode, the surround channel, which has been
monaural and based on narrow band, is reproduced in stereo
so that the feeling of movement in the played movies is more
enhanced. In the MUSIC mode, the surround channel
reproduces natural sound field even with 2-channel music
sources.
The MOVIE mode allows you to enjoy VHS and DVD software
carrying the
marking as well as some of TV
broadcast programs. The MUSIC mode allows you to enjoy
stereo music from CD, etc.
■ Analog/PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)
surround
Analog sources include the audio records, AM/FM
broadcasting and cassette tapes. The PCM (Pulse Code
Modulation) signal is a kind of digital audio signal, which is
recorded directly on CD or DVD without being compressed.
When an analog or PCM source is played, you can enjoy
unique surround modes to Onkyo as listed below.
ORCHESTRA
This mode is suitable for classical and opera music. The center
channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen
the stereo image. It simulates a natural reverberation as created in a
large hall.
UNPLUGGED
This mode is suitable for acoustic instrumental sounds, vocals, and
jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it simulates the
acoustics in front of the stage.
STUDIO-MIX
This mode is suitable for rock and popular music. Lively sounds with
a powerful acoustic image will make you feel as if you are in a club.
TV LOGIC
This mode offers the realistic acoustics of a TV program being aired
in the TV studio. It enhances the entire surround sound and clarity of
conversation.
ALL CH ST (All Channel Stereo)
This mode is useful for background music. The front and surround
channels will create a stereo image.
Enjoying the Surround Modes