Sony STR-DN1080 Help Guide Printable PDF - Page 138

Note Switch the input of the TV to the input to which the receiver is connected to use this function. Auto Calibration is not available when [Bluetooth Mode] is set to [Transmitter]. If the Easy Setup screen does not appear or you want to display the Easy Setup screen manually, you can display it by selecting [Setup] - [Easy Setup] from the home menu. [149] Adjusting Settings Performing Auto Calibration 1. About Auto Calibration Auto Calibration allows you to perform automatic calibration as follows. Check the connection between each speaker and the receiver. Adjust the speaker level. Measure the distance of each speaker from your seating position. (*1) Measure the speaker size. (*1) Measure the frequency characteristics (EQ). (*1) Measure the frequency characteristics (Phase). (*1)(*2) *1 The measurement result is not utilized when [Direct] is selected for the sound field setting and an analog input is selected. *2 The measurement result may be not utilized, depending on the audio formats. Note The D.C.A.C. is designed to achieve proper sound balance for your room. However, you can adjust the speaker levels manually according to your preference using [Test Tone] in the [Speaker Settings] menu. [150] Adjusting Settings Performing Auto Calibration 2. Before you perform Auto Calibration Before you perform Auto Calibration, check the following items: Set up and connect the speakers. Do not connect any microphones other than the supplied calibration microphone to the CALIBRATION MIC jack. If using a bi-amplifier connection or a front B speaker connection, set the assignment for the SPEAKERS SURROUND BACK/HEIGHT terminals properly. Set the speaker output to a setting other than [SPK OFF]. Disconnect the headphones. Remove any obstructions between the calibration microphone and the speakers. For accurate measurement, make sure the environment is quiet and free from noise. Note Auto Calibration is not available when [Bluetooth Mode] is set to [Transmitter]. The speakers emit very loud sound during the calibration and the volume cannot be adjusted. Be considerate of your neighbors and any children who are present. If the muting function has been activated before you perform Auto Calibration, the muting function will shut off automatically.