AIWA UZ-US501 Operating Instructions - Page 17

Features of each sound field mode Sound field mode AUTO FORMAT DECODE Effect Automatically detects the type of audio signal being input (Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic, or standard 2 channel stereo) and performs the proper decoding if necessary. This mode presents the sound as it was recorded/encoded, without adding any effects. Dolby Pro Logic II produces five full-bandwidth output channels from two-channel sources. This is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that extracts the spatial properties of the original recording without adding any new sounds or tonal colorations. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Cary Grant Theater" cinema production studio. This is a standard mode, great for watching most types of movie. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment "Kim Novak Theater" cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching science-fiction or action movies with lots of sound effects. Reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony Pictures Entertainment scoring stage. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is featured in the soundtrack. Reproduces the acoustics of a rectangular concert hall. Reproduces the acoustics of a jazz club. Reproduces the acoustics of a 300-seat live concert. Obtains maximum audio impact from video game software. This mode outputs the sound from the headphone L/R. Standard 2 channel (stereo) sources completely bypass the sound field processing. Multi channel surround formats are downmixed to two channels. This mode outputs the sound as surround from headphone L/R. DPLII MOVIE/MUSIC (Dolby Pro Logic II Movie/Music) Listening to connected equipment CINEMA STUDIO EX A CINEMA STUDIO EX B CINEMA STUDIO EX C HALL JAZZ CLUB LIVE CONCERT GAME 2CH STEREO HEADPHONE THEATER 17GB