Technics SC-EH790 - Manual (Page 12)

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Surround system Features Software
SUPER
SUR-
ROUND
( ➡ page 24)
Any stereo sound source except for
the radio.
≥ Video tape
≥ CD
≥ Tape
MUSIC
6CH
DISCRETE
INPUT
( ➡ ➡ ➡ ➡ ➡ page 24)
≥ Use this input selector to enjoy
5.1 channel sources (e.g. Dolby Digital or
DTS) played on a DVD player with
5.1 channel output and a built in Dolby
Digital/DTS decoder (
➡ page 36 for
connection, page 24 for operation).
≥ Connect a subwoofer (not included) to
the SUBWOOFER terminal to enhance
the surround effect (
➡ page 36).
DVDs encoded with Dolby Digital or
DTS can be identified with these
marks.
See the manual for the equipment you
have connected for details on the
types of software you can use.
DOLBY PRO
LOGIC
( ➡ page 24)
≥ This unit has built-in Dolby Pro Logic
circuitry so you can enjoy Dolby
Surround.
≥ Dolby Pro Logic is a decoding system that
was developed to get a better sense of
presence from sources encoded with
Dolby Surround. The feeling of position
has been improved by the addition of a
separate center speaker channel.
≥ If your DVD player only has 2-channel
output, you can still enjoy surround
sound when playing 5.1 channel software
by using Dolby Pro Logic.
Software encoded with Dolby
Surround can be identified with this
mark.
≥ DVD
≥ Laser Disc
≥ Video tape
≥ CD
≥ This mode adds surround effects to
movie software that hasn’t been recorded
with the above systems.
≥ In MOVIE mode you can adjust the
volume of the surround speakers to get
the best surround effect.
Enjoying surround sound
[EH790]
The following chart gives a summary of this unit’s surround features. It also shows additional effects that can be used to enhance your enjoyment.
This mode adds surround effects to stereo
sources.
MOVIE
Additional effects
See below for details.
A Center focus
B Virtual rear surround
C Multi rear surround
D Seat position
A Center focus
B Virtual rear surround
C Multi rear surround
D Seat position
B Virtual rear surround
C Multi rear surround
D Seat position
Note
≥ All the features are only effective if speakers are used. No discernible
effect will be heard through headphones.
≥ You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these surround
systems and effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the
surround system or effect off.
When you turn on one of the surround systems, the indicator for the
additional effects you can use also light.
A Center focus ( ➡ page 26)
≥ This mode makes it seem like the
sound from the center speaker is
coming from within the television.
≥ The center speaker should be placed
above the television.
Additional effects
B Virtual rear surround
( ➡ page 26)
≥ This mode is useful if you have to
place your surround speakers near
the front speakers due to the layout
of your room.
≥ This mode makes it seem like the
sound from the surround speakers is
coming from behind you.
C Multi rear surround
( ➡ page 26)
This mode makes it seem like there
are multiple surround speakers in your
room, increasing the cinema-like
atmosphere.
Virtual speakers
D Seat position ( ➡ page 27)
This mode helps maintain the sound
position even if the listening position
itself is changed.
“DTS”, “DTS Digital Surround” and “DTS Digital Out” are regis-
tered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
Virtual speakers
Changing sound field and quality
Using the manual equalizer (M.EQ)
Create your own sound quality effects.
SC-EH590 has three manual equalizers.
1 [EH790]
Turn [MULTI JOG] to select “MANUAL”.
[EH590]
Press [M1], [M2], or [M3] to select the equalizer
you want to set.
The indicator turns green.
2 Change the sound quality with [2, 1, 3, 4].
1 Select the sound range to be adjusted with [2] or [1].
2 Adjust the level with [3] or [4].
Repeat step 2 to set the desired sound quality.
The original display is restored on the display panel in about
5 seconds.
To cancel
[EH790] Turn [MULTI JOG] to select “FLAT”.
[EH590] Press [FLAT]. The indicator turns off.
Note
The changes you make are stored and automatically recalled the next time
you select the manual equalizer.
MULTI JOG
EH790
EH790 EH590
MULTI
CONTROL
MULTI JOG
EH590
M 1 M 3 M 2
LOW HIGH MID
1
2
1,2
1 2
EH790
EH590
FLAT