Dolby Laboratories 950 7.1 - Manual (Page 13)

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13 Model 950 7.1 Channel Preamp/Processor
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compatible with the original DTS process, and will deliver a 5.1 channel output
when no center or back surround speakers are available.
The Model 950 will automatically sense the availability of either DTS-ES format
and automatically switch the processing mode when required.
DTS NEO:6
This processing mode can create up to 6 full bandwidth channels from any
matrix-encoded 2-channel source. Additionally, this mode can produce the
rear surround information from a 5.1 source.
In Music Mode it can expand stereo music material, such as from a CD, into
a multichannel surround experience.
Cirrus Extra Surround
This unique decoding algorithm creates 6.1 or 7.1 output from either matrix-
encoded or discrete audio signals. When Cirrus Extra Surround is selected using
either the remote or the front panel controls the display will show the primary
selected mode plus a CR identifier–such as PL2C-CR. To determine what mode
is best for any specific program material it will be necessary to experiment to
decide what suits your systems and personal taste best.
Stereo
This mode provides conventional 2 channel signals to the left and right front
speakers only.
Additional Information
More detailed information about the various surround processing options
contained in the Model 950 can be found on the following websites:
www.dolby.com
www.dtsonline.com
www.cirrus.com
Connecting Your Model 950
Before proceeding, please observe the following precautions when connecting
devices to your new Model 950.
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Do not plug the power cord into your Model 950 until all other connections
have been made.
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Always refer to the instructions that came with the component that you
are connecting for specific procedures, warnings and options.
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For all analog connections, the red input jacks (R) are used for the right
channel, white input jacks (L) are used for the left channel, and yellow
input jacks (V) are used for the composite video connection.
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Make sure to insert all plugs and connectors securely. Improper con-
nections can result in noise, poor performance, or damage to the equip-
ment.
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Do not bundle audio/video connection cables with power cords and speaker
cables. Doing so may adversely affect the picture and sound quality. For
example, run all the power cords down one side of the cabinet, all the sig-
nal cords down the other side, and the speaker wires down the center.
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When connecting devices to the digital inputs and outputs, you may also
consider hooking up the analog connections to and from the components
to insure that all signals can be employed by the preamp/processor.
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When using the optical input or output jacks, remove the protective cap
and keep it in a safe place. When these jacks are not in use the protective
cap should be replaced.
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When using an optical input or output jack, always use a high-quality
optical fiber cable.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We strongly recommend that before you connect
any loudspeakers to your amplifiers, you complete all needed connec-
tions and set up procedures to your Model 950 as outlined below. This
will reduce the chance that a misconnection or other error will produce
audio output that might damage your speakers or other components.
Given the wide variety of components that can be connected to your Model 950,
there are numerous ways in which your system can be assembled. To help you
with this task, we have provided a chart (page 18) to record the components
connected to your unit, as well as which type of input (analog, coaxial, S-Video,
etc.) is used. Keep this chart for future reference.
There are many possible ways to connect a particular device. Use the diagrams
on the following pages as a guideline. The information in this section contains
some of the more common situations you might encounter in your system.
Always consult the owner’s manual that came with the component you are
connecting for more information on the source component’s connections.
Connecting Your Model 950