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Surround Mode Chart
MODE FEATURES
DOLBY DIGITAL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides up to
five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low Frequency Effects channel.
DTS 5.1 When the speaker configuration is set for 5.1-channel operation, the DTS 5.1 mode is
available when DVD, audio-only music or laserdiscs encoded with DTS data are played.
DTS 5.1 provides up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated
low-frequency channel.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II Dolby Pro Logic II is the latest version of Dolby Laboratory’s benchmark surround technology
MOVIE that decodes full-range, discrete left, center right, right surround and left surround channels
MUSIC from matrix surround encoded programs and conventional stereo sources when
DOLBY PRO LOGIC an analog input or a digital input with PCM or Dolby Digital 2.0 recordings is in use. The
GAME Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode is optimized for movie soundtracks that are recorded with matrix
surround, by creating separate center, rear left and rear right signals. while the Pro Logic II Music
mode should be used with musical selections that are recorded with matrix surround or even with
normal stereo mode, creating separate rear left and rear right signals in any case. The Pro Logic II
mode creates compelling five-channel surround sound from conventional stereo recordings. Game
mode ensures that special effects are routed to the surround channels, while delivering their full
impact using the subwoofer, thus fully immersing the game player in the universe of the video game.
Logic 7 Cinema Exclusive to Harman Kardon for AV receivers, Logic 7 is an advanced mode that extracts the
Logic 7 Music maximum surround information from either surround-encoded programs or conventional stereo
material. Depending on the number of speakers in use and the selection made in the
SURROUND
SELECT menu, the “5.1” versions of Logic 7 modes are available when the 5.1 option is chosen.
The Logic 7 C (or Cinema) mode should be used with any source that contains Dolby Surround or similar
matrix encoding. Logic 7 C delivers increased center-channel intelligibility, and more accurate placement of
sounds with fades and pans that are much smoother and more realistic than with former decoding techniques.
The Logic 7 M or Music mode should be used with analog or PCM stereo sources. Logic 7 M enhances the listening
experience by presenting a wider front soundstage and greater rear ambience. Both Logic 7 modes
also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer (if installed and configured) to deliver
maximum bass impact.