Pioneer VSX-933 Instruction Manual English - Page 71

Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ „„DTS:X This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS:X audio format. The DTS:X audio format is a combination of the mixing method based on traditional channel based formats (5.1ch and 7.1ch) and object based dynamic audio mixing, and it is characterized by the precise positioning of sounds and the ability to express sound movement. • To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output. „„ES Discrete (DTS-ES Discrete) This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS-ES Discrete audio format. DTS-ES Discrete is an optional audio format based on 5.1ch for DVD-Video and Blu-ray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 6.1 channels with a monaural surround back channel added. • To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via a digital cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output. „„ES Matrix (DTS-ES Matrix) This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS-ES Matrix audio format. DTS-ES Matrix is an optional audio format based on 5.1ch for DVD-Video and Blu-ray Discs. A monaural surround back channel is inserted to this format by matrix encoding. During playback, 6.1 channel-playback is achieved by the matrix decoder on this unit. • To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via a digital cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output. „„Ent.Show (Entertainment Show) Suitable for rock or 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. „„Ext.Mono (Extended Mono) In this mode, all speakers output the same sound in mono, so the sound you hear is the same regardless of where you are within the listening room. „„Ext.Stereo (Extended Stereo) This mode is ideal for background music. Stereo sound is played through the surround speakers as well as the front speakers, creating a stereo image. „„F.S.Surround (Front Stage Surround) In this mode, you can enjoy a virtual playback of multichannel surround sound even with only two or three speakers. This works by controlling how sounds reach the listener' s left and right ears. „„Mono In this mode, when the input signal is analog or PCM, the left and right front speakers output the sound in monaural. „„PCM Mode suitable for playing sources recorded in multichannel PCM. „„Rock/Pop Mode suitable for rock content. „„Sports Mode suitable for sport content. „„Stereo In this mode, sound is output from the right and left front speakers and subwoofer. „„Unplugged Suitable for acoustic instruments, vocals and jazz. This mode emphasizes the front sound field image, giving the impression of being in front of the stage. 71 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫