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Input Setup
Dolby D (Dolby Digital)
This mode is used for playing Dolby Digital sources.
• Dolby Digital EX
Enabled when playing back sources with surround tracks that
were encoded using the Surround EX technology.
• Dolby EX
Select to achieve the same effects as Dolby Digital EX encoded
sources with non-Dolby Digital sources.
DTS-ES Neo:6
This mode is for 6.1-channel playback of sources such as PCM or
analog sources that have only two channels. The outputs of all six
channels are a wide frequency range with a great separation between
the different channels.
This mode can be set to the Cinema mode designed for playing
movies and the Music mode designed for listening to music.
The Cinema mode is good for movies. The reproduced surround
sound provide the same realistic feel of movement as 6.1-channel
sources. This mode can be used with VHS and television programs
with stereo sound.
The Music mode uses the surround channels to provide a natural
sound space that cannot be provided with normal stereo output. This
mode can be used with music CDs and other stereo sources.
DTS
This mode is used for playing DTS source.
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
With the addition of the surround back channel, this new format has
all 6.1 channels recorded independently for a completely discrete
digital format. Since all channels are recorded independently, high-
fidelity surround playback with the increased feeling of a separated
sound space is achieved.
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
This format has the surround back channel matrix encoded and
inserted into the left and right surround channels so that at playback
the output for the left, right, and back surround channels are decoded
using a high-precision matrix decoder.
DTS 96/24
Automatically changes to this mode when playing back sources with
surround tracks that were encoded using the DTS 96/24 technology.
THX
This mode is for playing back sources recorded in the THX format.
For the utmost in fidelity when playing back THX sources, it is also
recommended to use a THX-certified speaker system.
• THX Cinema
This is the conventional 5.1-channel THX format. This mode
should be used only when playing back sources that were mixed
for playback in large movie theater environments.
• THX Surround EX
“THX Surround EX - Dolby Digital Surround EX” is a joint
development of Dolby Laboratories and THX Ltd.
In a movie theater, film soundtracks that have been encoded with
Dolby Digital Surround EX technology are able to reproduce an
extra channel which has been added during the mixing of the
program. This channel, called Surround Back, places sounds
behind the listener in addition to the currently available front
left, front center, front right, surround right, surround left, and
subwoofer channels.
This additional channel provides the opportunity for more
detailed imaging behind the listener and brings more depth,
spacious ambience, and sound localization than ever before.
When released to the home consumer market, movies that were
created using the Dolby Digital Surround EX technology, may
have a note to that effect on the packaging. A list of movies
created using this technology can be found on the Dolby web site
at http://www.dolby.com.
The DTR-8.3 can play the 5.1-channel sources in THX surround
EX mode, even if the source is not encoded in Dolby Digital
Surround EX format. In this case, the sound actually output from
the surround back channels depends on the source and may not
fit your tastes.
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) modes
Mono Movie
This mode is suitable for playing back monaural recording such as
old movie soundtracks. The center channel delivers the unprocessed
original sound, whereas the other channels deliver the center-
channel sound processed with the appropriate reverberation. This
allows you to enjoy monaural sound with the atmosphere of a movie
theater.
Enhanced 7
This mode reproduces a natural surround environment by using
seven speaker channels. The sound effects moving smoothly toward
the surround back. This mode is good for music and TV sports
programs.
Orchestra
This mode is appropriate for classical and opera music. The center
channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen
the stereo image. It will simulate the natural reverberation that is
created in large halls.
Unplugged
This mode is suitable for acoustical instrumental sounds, vocals, and
jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it will simulate
the acoustics that you would experience in front of the stage.
Studio-Mix
This mode is for rock and popular music. The lively sounds are
enhanced for a powerful acoustic image that simulates the feeling of
being in a club or rock concert.
TV Logic
This mode gives realistic acoustics to TV programs that are aired
from TV studios. It enhances the entire surround sound and clarity of
the conversation.
All Ch Stereo
This mode is designed for playing background music. The front,
surround, and surround back channels create a stereo image that
encompasses the entire area.