Pioneer VSX-D509S Owner's Manual - Page 36

Sound Modes Learning about the Sound Modes The sound modes are explained here. There are two cinema modes: STANDARD, and ADVANCED THEATER. These are designed to be used with multi channel surround sound audio/visual sources (like DVDs and LDs). Intrinsic to home theater, these modes can deliver realistic and powerful surround sound that recreates the movie theater experience. You may need to experiment with them to see which settings suit your home system and personal tastes. The DSP and STEREO modes are designed to be used with music sources but some DSP modes are also suited for film soundtracks. Again, try different settings with various soundtracks to see which you like. STANDARD mode This mode is for pure decoding of Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Surround. No special effects are added. It is good for enjoying movies that have been recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS or Dolby Surround. You can identify Dolby Digital software by the 1 or marks. Most Dolby Surround software is marked 3, but unmarked software may also incorporate Dolby Surround. ADVANCED THEATER modes MUSICAL Simulates the acoustic environment of a large concert hall and is suitable for music or musical sources marked 1 ( R ) or . DRAMA Simulates the relaxed environment of a classic medium size movie theater, and is suitable for watching dramas on sources marked 1 ( ) or .R ACTION Simulates the acoustic environment of a modern large movie theater. You can enjoy the power and dynamics of motion picture audio which is suitable for action movies on sources marked 1 , or .R EXPANDED This mode is especially designed to give sound depth to stereo sources. The overall effect builds a dynamic and broad sound space, allowing two-channel (stereo) signals to faithfully imitate a five speaker sound. Use with Dolby Pro Logic for a stereo surround effect. You can also use with Dolby Digital sources for a wider stereo field than STANDARD mode. DSP modes The DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonic environments when playing standard (two-channel) stereo sources, Dolby Pro Logic sources, and Dolby Digital sources. If you try to add this effect to functions which can not use it "SP off" flashes in the display. HALL 1 Simulates the acoustic environment of a large concert hall of wooden construction. Complex delay of reflected sounds coupled with reverberation effects create a dynamic and beautiful sound characteristic of an orchestra performing in a concert hall, making it suitable for classical music HALL 2 Simulates the acoustic environment of a concert hall with stone walls. The rich reverberations and natural fullness of the sound create the auditory impression of being in a concert hall, making it suitable for classical music. JAZZ Simulates the acoustic environment of a jazz club. Less delay on the reflected sounds emphasizes the sensation of hearing a live band. DANCE Simulates the acoustic environment and strong bass sound of a nightclub with a square dance floor. A short delay on the reflected sounds emulates the raw power of the dance music. THEATER 1 Adjusts the delay of the reflected sound to simulate the acoustic environment of a medium sized movie theater. THEATER 2 Simulates the acoustic environment of a theater while maintaining proper localization of each channel. 36