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may have one.)
IMPORTANT: When using the Pink Noise genera-
tor within the SP2 for speaker level calibration, the
salient point is that all channels measure equal dB.
After pushing the test button, the pink noise will
start in the front left speaker. Record the dB level
from this speaker (with the level trim value at 0 dB
on the LCD Display or on the Video Monitor when
using the Bryston video switcher), and adjust all
the others to match it. It is not critical to reach
some specific dB level (ex. 85 dB), it is more
important that all channels are at equal levels.
NOTE: If for any reason you are not sure that you
can accomplish this calibration task or have any
doubts as to how it should be done, please contact
your dealer or Bryston technical support BEFORE
attempting this process. Most Bryston Dealers can
provide this service. Please contact your dealer for
their policies and procedures in this regard.
EXPLANATION OF ‘SAVED SETTINGS per
Source’ FEATURE
The SP2 will remember different mode settings for
each source. Every time a source is engaged it will
recall the following settings:
● Digital Status
● Listening Mode (Surround, THX, Stereo, Mono)
● Surround Mode
● Bypass Status
● SubWooferlevel
● RearChannelLevels
● BackChannelLevels
● SpeakerConfiguration
● EXControl
● ESControl
To save these settings, make the preferable
mode changes and adjustments per source, then
press the SAVE button on the SP2 remote control
before switching to another input.
NOTE 1: You must set the speaker configuration
manually for each input, within the LCD
setup menu.
NOTE 2: The Setup Test Noise mode will over-
write Rear and Sub level settings for ALL
inputs.
SETTING THE SPEAKER CONFIGURATION
Before calibrating levels you must first tell the SP2
about your loudspeaker configuration. To do this:
1: First enter the main menu by pressing on any
one of the menu buttons (< - > or SELECT).
Works in conjunction with the backlight and tilt
switch to determine if backlighting is needed.
To enable or disable the backlight in the remote
control, follow this procedure:
1. Press CODE button for 5 seconds
2. LED will flash red, then release button
3. Type in 3 digit code 792 = MODE/SAVE/DTS
4. LED will flash again to confirm
To send discrete/hidden Code…
1. Press CODE button and release
2. LED will illuminate (Red)
3. Type in 3 digit code (a combination of mode
buttons)
4. LED will flash again to confirm and go out.
For other hidden codes, visit the Bryston website at www.bryston.ca
SETUP & CALIBRATION OF THE SP2
NOTE: In most operating menu modes the last
segment of line 2 of the display will either show an
“X” for EXIT, or an “>” (arrow) to indicate more
menu items.
Choosing (highlighting) the “X” position in the
display and pressing the Select button will “EXIT”
back to the previous menu, or exit the menu mode
entirely. If an “>” appears, continue pressing the
menu navigation arrow buttons to reveal more
menu options.
In the figure below, the arrow “>” indicates more menu items:
Highlight “X” to exit
In order to fully enjoy the capabilities of the SP2
you or your dealer must first set-up and calibrate
the SP2. This is a critical step in insuring that all
your loudspeakers are properly designated within
the unit and that all levels and delays are properly
set.
To accomplish this process the following tools are
needed:
1: Tape measure or other means of determining
the distance of each speaker from the chosen
listening positions.
2: Sound Level Meter. This device insures that
all loudspeaker levels are precisely matched
and set accurately. This step cannot accurately
be done by ear, a test instrument should be
used to ensure proper calibration. (The Radio
Shack Analog SPL meter is inexpensive and
eminently suitable for this task. Your dealer
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