Sony HT-8800DP Operating Instructions (RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder) - Page 76
Audio Settings (Audio), Audio DRC Dynamic Range Control DVDs
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Audio Settings (Audio) The Audio Setup allows you to adjust the sound according to the playback and connection conditions. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU while the recorder is in stop mode. 2 Select "SETUP," and press ENTER. 3 Select "Audio," and press ENTER. The Audio Setup appears with the following options. The default settings are underlined. SETUP Settings Video Audio Features Options Easy Setup Auto Stereo : Tuner Audio : Audio ATT : Audio DRC : Downmix : Digital Out : Dolby Digital : DTS : On Main Off Standard Dolby Surround On D-PCM Off Auto Stereo This function is effective only when "Tuner Audio" is set to "Main." On Receives stereo programs. Normally select this. Off Select this to reduce noise. The sound changes to monaural. Tuner Audio Selects the sound to be recorded. Main SAP Records only the main sound. Records only the SAP (Second Audio Program) sound. Audio ATT (attenuation) If the playback sound is distorted, set this item to "On." The recorder reduces the audio output level. This function affects the output of the following jacks: - LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) 1/2 jacks On Select this when the playback sound from the speakers is distorted. Off Normally select this position. Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (DVDs only) Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a DVD that conforms to "Audio DRC." This affects the output from the following jacks: - LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) 1/2 jacks - DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack only when "Dolby Digital" is set to "D-PCM" (page 77). Standard TV Mode Wide Range Normally select this position. Makes low sounds clear even if you turn the volume down. Gives you the feeling of being at a live performance. Downmix (DVDs only) Switches the method for mixing down to two channels when you play a DVD which has rear sound elements (channels) or is recorded in Dolby Digital format. For details on the rear signal components, see "Checking the Play Information and Playing Time" (page 37). This function affects the output of the following jacks: - LINE OUT (AUDIO L/R) 1/2 jacks - DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack when "Dolby Digital" is set to "D-PCM" (page 77). Note If no SAP sound is received, the main sound is recorded regardless of the setting. 76