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59/3 @&OCPPL 1BHF 5VFTEBZ 4FQUFNCFS 1. Basic Operation-Continued DTS-ES Matrix This is DTS with an added surround back channel for 6.1 surround sound. Use it to provide 6.1 channel surround playback with program material recorded in DTS 5.1 format. Since DTS 5.1 program material contains surround back channel information, all channels can be reconstructed for 6.1-channel playback. Use this mode with CDs, DVDs, or LDs that bear the DTS-ES or DTS logo. Neo:6 This mode provides 6.1-channel playback from 2-channel sources. It offers six full-bandwidth channels with excellent separation. There are two modes of operation: Cinema mode for movies, and Music mode for listening to music. Cinema mode simulates the realistic sense of movement that you get with 6.1-channel surround sound sources. Use this mode with videos, DVDs, and TV programs that feature stereo sound. Music mode uses the surround channels to simulate a natural sound field that cannot be produced with conventional stereo. Use this mode with stereo material such as music CDs. THX Cinema (TX-SR702/702E only) or THX Ltd, founded by George Lucas, develops quality assurance programs for ensuring that movies are reproduced in movie theaters and home theaters just as the director intended. THX technology is used to eliminate spatial errors that can occur when a movie soundtrack is adapted for use in smaller home theaters, ensuring faithful reproduction. This mode is ideal for watching a movie with a soundtrack recorded and edited especially for playback in the spaciousness of a typical movie theater. THX Surround EX (TX-SR702/702E only) THX Surround EX - Dolby Digital Surround EX is a joint development of Dolby Laboratories and the THX Ltd. In a movie theater, film soundtracks that have been encoded with Dolby Digital Surround EX technology are able to reproduce an extra surround back channel which has been added during the mixing of the program. A list of Surround EX encoded movies can be found on www.Dolby.com. Onkyo Original DSP Modes Orchestra or Suitable for classical or operatic music. The center speaker is turned off and the surround channels are emphasized in order to widen the stereo image. In addi- tion, it simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall. Unplugged Suitable for acoustic instrument sounds, vocals, and jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it simulates the stage-front experience. Studio-Mix Suitable for rock and pop music. Listening to music in this mode creates a lively sound field with a powerful acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert. TV Logic Adds realistic acoustics to TV programs produced in a TV studio. In addition, it adds surround effects to the entire sound and adds clarity to voices. Enhance This mode is ideal for enjoying music programs or TV sports programs. It provides a natural surround sound with movement in the surround back speakers, creating a sound with a live feeling to it. Mono Movie This mode is suitable for use with old movies and other mono sound sources. The center speaker outputs the sound as it is, while reverb is applied to the sound output by the other speakers, giving presence to even mono material. All Ch Stereo Ideal for background music. The front, surround, and surround back channels create a stereo image that fills the entire listening area. Full Mono In this mode, all speakers output mono audio, so the music sounds the same regardless of where you are. 63