Panasonic Av Control Receiver Sa-bx500 Operating Instructions
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21RQT9223 Other connections • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Peripheral equipment sold separately unless otherwise indicated. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Connections PreparationsBACK OUTIN IN CDBD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN DVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAME TV AUDIO SURROUND BACKSURROUNDFRONTSUBWOOFER OUT IN IN IN (DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER) (CABLE/SAT) HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 CK COMPONENT VIDEO L RININ IN IN OUT IN INOUTOUT IN IN IN INTV MONITORTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/(BD/DVD PLAYER)(DVD RECORDER)(CABLE/SAT)1 23DIGITAL IN(DVD RECORDER)(BD/DVD PLAYER)(TV) (CD)OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL 2 OPTICAL 3 COAXIAL SUBWOOFER Y P B PR IN OUTOUT IN IN IN INTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/ OUT CENTER ININFM ANT AM ANT LOOPEXT 75Ω L LOOP ANT GND VIDEO S VIDEO OPTION V.1DC OUT/SORTIE C.C. 5V 500mA MAX S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN (L) AUDIO (R) IN DVD recorder, etc. To connect the unit for audio or picture recording You can record audio or pictures to the equipment connected to DVD recorder output terminal (AUDIO, VIDEO, S VIDEO). See page 41 for more details. Note • Connect the recording unit and source unit using the same cable. To connect the unit to a video camera etc. These terminals are convenient for equipment you want to connect only temporarily. Note • Use a cable, or that belongs to the same type as the video cab le you used for connecting the unit to your TV. Rear panel WIRELESS READYSURROUND M.ROOM INPUT SELECTORVOLUME + _MULTI CH PROCESSING TrueHD D+ DTS-HD MULTI CH LPCM BI-AMP SETUP MIC AUXTUNE RETURN AUTO SPEAKER SETUP-SETUP OKSURROUNDSPEAKERS A SPEAKERS B S VIDEO VIDEOL - AUDIO - R POWER S VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT (L) AUDIO (R) OUT Video camera etc. Ho w to attach or remove the front terminal cover • Attaching the cover is recommended to protect terminals when not in use. To attach To remove Place the dent on the left to insert. Press the dent.Hold the protr usion to remove. The dent T erminal cover SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 216/27/2008 4:05:41 PM
22RQT9223 Connections Connecting other speakers Note • Make sure to connect speakers’ HF terminals with the unit’s FRONT B terminals, and speakers’ LF terminals with the unit’s FRONT A terminals. • Different amps for high frequency and low frequency signals produce BI-AMP stereo sounds that are clearer and higher in audio quality when you play on 2 channels sources containing analog audio and 2-channel PCM signals ( ➔ page 51). • When connecting speakers with the impedance of 4 Ω, mak e sure to set “4 OHMS ” in “Setting the speaker impedance” on page 38. • See “Notes on “To connect bi-wire speakers”” on page 50 for more details. BI-WIRELF HFLRFRONT A FRONT BCENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK CD FRONT A FRONT BCENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L RINAC IN~ OUTTV MONITOR(DVD RECORDER) Y P B PR RLRRLL 6-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQ UE) A OR B/BI-WIRE : 4-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQUE) A AND B : 6-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQUE) Class2 wiring SPEAKERS HAUT-PARLEURS Front speaker (R) Speaker impedance Front A or B: 4 to 8 Ω Fr ont A and B: 6 to 8 Ω To connect bi-wire speakers Make sure to select “YES ” in “Making bi-wire setting” ( ➔ page 38) when you connect the unit to bi-wire speakers. The speakers do not produce adequate sounds unless y ou make this setting. To connect a second pair of front speakers (SPEAKERS B) Make the following connections when you wish to install a second pair of speakers in another room and enjoy music there. Front speaker (L) Speaker cable (not included) BI-WIRELF HFLRFRONT A FRONT BCENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK CD FRONT A FRONT BCENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK L RINAC IN~ OUTTV MONITOR(DVD RECORDER) Y P B PR RLRRLL 6-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQ UE) A OR B/BI-WIRE : 4-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQUE) A AND B : 6-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQUE) HF LF HF LF Class2 wiring SPEAKERS HAUT-PARLEURS Front speaker (R) Rear view Speaker impedance BI-WIRE: 4 to 8 Ω Speaker cable (not included) Front speaker (L) Rear view Rear panel Rear panel Note • When connecting speakers with the impedance of 4 Ω, mak e sure to set “4 OHMS ” in “Setting the speaker impedance” on page 38. • See “Notes on “SPEAKERS B”” on page 51 for more details. If using 4-mm plug Turn speaker terminals clockwise and tighten them before inserting plugs into their holes. ( ) ( ) SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 226/27/2008 4:05:43 PM
23RQT9223 • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • Peripheral equipment sold separately unless otherwise indicated. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Connections Preparations To enjoy wireless audio with SH-FX67 You can connect left and right surround speakers wirelessly by using Panasonic SH-FX67 (a set consisted of a digital transmitter and a wireless system sold separately) with the unit (➔ page 27). T o use these options, insert the digital transmitter into the unit’s digital transmitter terminal and connect surround speakers to SH-FX67’ s wireless system. See SH-FX67’s operating instructions for details. OUND BACK OUT IN IN CDBD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN DVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAME TV AUDIO SURROUND BACKSURROUNDFRONTSUBWOOFER OUT IN IN IN (DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER) (CABLE/SAT) HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 ND BACK S VIDEOCOMPONENT VIDEO L RIN IN IN IN OUT IN INOUT OUTIN IN IN INTV MONITORTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/(BD/DVD PLAYER)(DVD RECORDER)(CABLE/SAT)1 23DIGITAL IN(DVD RECORDER)(BD/DVD PLAYER)(TV) (CD)OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL 2 OPTICAL 3 COAXIAL SUBWOOFER Y P Bwiring PR IN OUT O UT IN IN IN INTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/ OUT CENTER ININFM ANT AM ANT LOOPEXT 75Ω L LOOP ANT GND VIDEO OPTION V.1DC OUT/SORTIE C.C. 5V 500mA MAX Rear panel How to insert the digital transmitter OUND BACK OUTIN IN CDBD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN DVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAME TV AUDIO SURROUND BACKSURROUNDFRONTSUBWOOFER OUT IN IN IN (DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER) (CABLE/SAT) HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 ND BACK S VIDEOCOMPONENT VIDEO L RIN IN IN IN OUT IN INOUT OUTIN IN IN INTV MONITORTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/(BD/DVD PLAYER)(DVD RECORDER)(CABLE/SAT)1 23DIGITAL IN(DVD RECORDER)(BD/DVD PLAYER)(TV) (CD)OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL 2 OPTICAL 3 COAXIAL SUBWOOFER Y P Bwiring PR IN OUT OUT IN IN IN INTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/ OUT CENTER ININFM ANT AM ANT LOOPEXT 75Ω L LOOP ANT GND VIDEO OPTION V.1DC OUT/SORTIE C.C. 5V 500mA MAX 1 21 3 2 FM ANT 75 Ω Adhesive tape FM indoor antenna (included) Fix the other end of the antenna where reception is best. AM loop antenna (included) Keep the antenna cord away from DVD recorders, Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, and other cords. White Red Blac k Rear panel FM outdoor antenna (not included) • Disconnect the FM indoor antenna. • The antenna should be installed by a competent technician. FM outdoor antenna 75 Ω coaxial cable Connecting antennas When finished connecting antennas, tune the radio station once ( ➔ pages 48 and 49) and fix the antennas where reception is best. Note • You can enjoy wireless speakers in another room ( ➔ page 27) (MUL TI ROOM). To use multi room function, make sure to select “MULTI ROOM ” in “Setting wireless speakers” ( ➔ page 39). • When “MULTI ROOM ” is set, the surround speak ers cannot be used wirelessly. When the surround speak ers are used wirelessly, you cannot set “MULTI ROOM ”. • By using 2 sets of SH-FX67, you can enjoy 7.1 channel playback, making the surround speakers and surround back speakers wireless. In that case , make ID number setting ( ➔ page 27). • Setting of the surround selector on SH-FX67 is necessary for 7.1 channel playback. See SH-FX67’s operating instructions for more information. Press the dents on both sides with force. Remove the cover. Insert firmly with the label side facing front. Digital tr ansmitter Dents Use care because the co ver may pop out. • Label SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 236/27/2008 4:05:44 PM
24RQT9223 Auto speaker setup using the setup microphone Using the supplied setup microphone, you can measure such items as distance from the seating area, polarity and size and make adjustments for connected speakers. K eep quiet during the auto speaker setup. Conversational voice, air-conditioning noise and small sounds made by winds may cause an error or produce an incorrect setting. Speakers output loud test signals during the auto speaker setup. Make sure to keep little children out of the room. Mute the TV volume before starting the auto speaker setup. When the subwoofer is connected, make sure it is turned on. (There are subwoofer models that turn off automatically.) Set the subwoofer volume to the normal listening level. Select “YES ” in “Making bi-wire setting” (➔ page 38) when you connect the unit to bi-wire speakers. WIRELESS READYSURROUND M.ROOM INPUT SELECTORVOLUME + _MULTI CH PROCESSING TrueHD D+ DTS-HD MULTI CH LPCM BI-AMP SETUP MIC AUXTUNE RETURN AUTO SPEAKER SETUP-SETUP OKSURROUNDSPEAKERS A SPEAKERS B S VIDEO VIDEOL - AUDIO - R “ ” “AUTO SPEAKER SETUP” SPEAKERS A POWERPOWER TV/VIDEO ENTER SUB MENUS 1 To turn the unit on Press [ ^]. The standby indicator “ ^” goes off when you turn the unit on. • You can also turn this unit on by pressing [POWER 8] on the unit. 2 Confirm “A” is displayed on the unit’s display. • If “ A ” is not displayed, press [SPEAKERS A]. 3 Connect the setup microphone (included). Setup microphone SETUP MIC AUXAUTO SPEAKER SETUPSURROUNDSPEAKERS A SPEAKERS B S VIDEO VIDEOL - AUDIO - R POWER 4 Place the setup microphone (included). Place the setup microphone on a flat surface to stabilize it. Examples: A level bench sharing the height with the seating area, a top section of a sofa etc. Set the microphone at seated ear height. Use a tripod (for camera and other products) for best results. • • • 5 To start the setup Press and hold [–AUTO, TEST] (on the remote control) f or 2 seconds. The “AUTO SPEAKER SETUP” indicator flashes. The unit cancels the auto speaker setup halfway through when you give a different operational instruction before the setup finishes. To cancel the setup halfway, press [–AUTO, TEST]. • • • 6 To finish the setup When all auto settings are made, “ COMPLETE ” appears and the “AUTO SPEAKER SETUP” indicator lights on. You can perform other operations after “COMPLETE ” is displayed. The unit keeps the settings even if you move straight on to another operation. Press [–AUTO, TEST] (on the remote control). Unplug the setup microphone when the setup is finished. • • • • • • • Tripod etc. SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 246/27/2008 4:05:47 PM
25RQT9223 Auto speaker setup using the setup microphone Preparations With the setup microphone, the unit automatically sets the following. DISTANCE : The unit measures the distance between each speaker and the seating area and corrects the sound delay in the seating area. The maximum speaker distance for correcting the delay is 15 meters (45 feet). POLARITY : The unit checks the polarity of each speaker and, when the polarity is wrong, corrects it. Select “CHECK NO ” in “Setting the unit against automatic polarity adjustment” ( ➔ page 38) before starting the auto speak er setup when you do not want the unit to adjust polarity automatically. SIZE / LEVEL / FREQUENCY : The unit measures acoustic characteristics of the room including speaker characteristics (size, speaker connection status, output level and lowpass filter settings) and adjusts them. Note The setup microphone is sensitive to heat. Keep it away from direct sunlight and avoid placing it on top of the unit. These settings remain effective after the unit goes off. The setup microphone jack is for use with the setup microphone only. Do not connect other microphones. The volume may reach an extremely high level when you repeat the auto speaker setup. When the auto speaker setup is finished, check the volume before starting playback. Setting the connection status and adjusting the level are the only available adjustment for the subwoofer through the auto speaker setup. Such factors as speaker types, room conditions and speaker placement may cause the unit to set speaker size, lowpass filter frequency and other items differently for the same type of speakers or produce settings that differ from the actual characteristics of respective speakers. When sound from speakers seems odd, check the following settings. When you find undesirable settings, correct them manually. See “Setting speakers and their sizes”, “Setting distances” and “Setting the lowpass filter” (➔ pages 37 and 38). • Error messages When one of the following error messages appears, press [–AUTO, TEST] to cancel and perform the auto speaker setup again. Message Cause Countermeasure CONNECT MIC The setup microphone is not connected. • Connect the setup microphone properly. • NO MIC The setup microphone comes off during the auto speaker setup and correct measurement cannot be achieved. • Chec k to make sure the microphone is connected properly. • NOISY Loud noise is preventing measurement. • P erform the auto speaker setup again when the room is quiet. • T urn off an air-conditioner and other equipment that are producing noise. • MEASURING ERROR A speaker is too far. An error occurred from an unknown cause. • • Chec k speaker locations. Perform the setup again. • • CHECK CONNECTION T O SBL SPEAKER The right surround back speaker was detected, but the left surround back speaker was not detected. • Connect to the left surround back speaker terminal when you connect only one surround back speaker. • Chec k the left surround back speaker’s connections. • NEED TO CONNECT LS/RS SPEAKERS Surround back speakers were detected, but left and right surround speakers were not detected. • Connect surround speakers as well when you connect surround back speakers. • CHECK CONNECTION T O LS SPEAKER The unit cannot detect the surround speaker (left). • Chec k connections. • CHECK CONNECTION T O RS SPEAKER The unit cannot detect the surround speaker (r ight). • Chec k connections. • CHECK CONNECTION T O L SPEAKER The unit cannot detect the front speaker (left). • Chec k connections. • CHECK CONNECTION T O R SPEAKER The unit cannot detect the front speaker (r ight). • Chec k connections. • LOW SIGNAL • Test signals from the speakers are too weak to allow accurate measurement with the microphone. • Change the microphone location (height, direction etc.). • Check if there is any obstacle near a speaker that is blocking the test signals. • Set the subwoofer volume to the normal listening level. When the “AUTO SPEAKER SETUP” indicator is off after the auto speaker setup: Auto speaker settings have been cancelled as a result of various setting changes. • • • • • SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 256/27/2008 4:05:50 PM
26RQT9223 Enjoying the Home Theater ENTER SUB MENUS TV/VIDEO WIRELESS READYSURROUND M.ROOM INPUT SELECTORVOLUME + _MULTI CH PROCESSING TrueHD D+ DTS-HD MULTI CH LPCM B I-AMP SETUP MIC AUXTUNE RETURN A UTO SPEAKER SETUP-SETUP OKSURROUNDSPEAKERS A SPEAKERS B S VIDEO VIDEOL - AUDIO - R “ ” “SURROUND” “MULTI CH PROCESSING” SURROUNDSPEAKERS B SPEAKERS A “ WIRELESS READY SURROUND, M. ROOM ” INPUT SELECTOR VOLUME + _ TUNEPOWERPOWER Basic playback 1 To turn the unit on Press [ ^]. • The standby indicator “ ^” goes off when you turn the unit on. • You can also turn this unit on by pressing [POWER 8] on the unit. 2 Confirm “A” is displayed on the unit’s display. • Check the “SURROUND” indicator is lighting up. If not, press [SURROUND] on the unit to set surround playback ( ➔ pages 13 and 29). 3 To switch input sources Press [INPUT SELECTOR] repeatedy. FM AM CD TV CABLE/SA T BD/DVD P. (Blu-ray Disc/DVD player) GAME OPTION P. AUX VCR D VD R. (DVD recorder) • You can also switch input sources using [INPUT SELECTOR] on the unit. To play a DVD recorder with built-in VCR (If the equipment has the output terminal specifically for DVD/VHS.) ( ➔ page 17) • To play a DVD: select “DVD R. ”. • To play a video cassette: select “VCR ”. 4 Play the selected input source. 5 To adjust the volume Press [VOL +, –].Volume range: – – dB (minimum), –79dB to 0dB (maximum) • You can also adjust the volume using [VOLUME +, –] on the unit. • You can change dB value display to numeric value display ( ➔ page 40). To finish the Home Theater Be sure to reduce the volume and press [ ^] to tur n the unit to standby. Note • See page 50 for digital signals that can be played on this unit. • Images recorded with x.v.Color or Deep Color ( ➔ page 52) are also suppor ted. • If “ A ” is not displayed in step 2, press [SPEAKERS A]. • Press [SPEAKERS A] or [SPEAKERS B] to switch “ A ” and “ B ” on when bi-wire speakers are connected ( ➔ page 22). SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 266/27/2008 4:05:51 PM
27RQT9223 Enjoying the Home Theater Basic operations Using surround speakers wirelessly with SH-FX67 • Insert the digital transmitter into the unit’s digital transmitter terminal and connect surround speakers to SH-FX67’s wireless system ( ➔ page 23). By using 2 sets of SH-FX67, you can enjoy 7.1 channel playback, making the surround speakers and surround back speakers wireless. • See SH-FX67’s operating instructions for details. • Make sure to turn the unit off before inserting or removing the digital transmitter. • See the note on page 50. The “WIRELESS READY SURROUND” indicator stays on while the digital transmitter is connected. The indicator may stay off or flash in the following cases. The indicator stays off: • When the “MULTI CH PROCESSING” indicator is off • When using “MULTI ROOM ” ( ➔ belo w) The indicator flashes: • When radio waves are interrupted (when SH-FX67 is turned off) To enjoy 7.1 channel playback using 2 sets of SH-FX67 You need to set ID number for the second SH-FX67. • T urn on either of the 2 sets. • Insert the digital transmitter supplied with the one which is OFF to this unit. ( ➔ page 23) 1. Turn the unit on. • “WIRELESS READY SURROUND” indicator flashes. 2. Press [FM/AM] on the remote control. 3. Press [3] on the remote control while pressing [TUNE 1] on the unit. • ID set mode starts. 4. Press ID set button on the SH-FX67 which is ON while “P ” is displayed on the displa y panel. 5. Press [3] on the remote control while pressing [TUNE 1] on the unit. • “WIRELESS READY SURROUND” indicator lights up. • The setting is completed. Note • The digital transmitter supplied with SH-FX67 which is ON is not used. • We recommend you keep the unused digital transmitter in a safe place. When you use wireless speakers in another room (MULTI ROOM) • Be sure to set “MULTI ROOM ” in “Setting wireless speakers” (➔ page 39). • The audio signals come out of front and center in 2CH MIX (2-channel mix) • When the digital transmitter is inserted and “MULTI ROOM ” is set , the “WIRELESS READY M. ROOM” indicator lights on. However, the indicator may turn off in the following cases. - When radio waves are interrupted (when SH-FX67 is turned off) - When the surround speakers are in use of wireless ( ➔ abo ve). Using SPEAKERS B Sound is output from the speakers connected to the FRONT B terminals on this unit. Press [SPEAKERS B] on the unit to switch “ B” on. To turn off speakers connected to the FRONT A terminals S witch “ A” on the display off by pressing [SPEAKERS A]. • See the note on page 51. Playback when making analog 8-c hannel connections • Make analog 8-channel connections ( ➔ page 20). • Select “SPEAKERS A” ( ➔ page 26). • Switch the input source to “BD/DVD P . ” ( ➔ page 26). Press and hold [BD/DVD PLAYER, –ANALOG 8CH] until “BD P. 8CH ” is displa yed. • To cancel, press and hold until “BD/DVD P. ” is displayed. • See the note on page 51. Enjoying only with TV speaker • When image equipment such as TV and recorder is connected to this unit via HDMI ( ➔ pages 12, 13 and 16), images/audio signals from the recorder go through this unit a nd are transmitted to TV even if this unit is turned off (Standby through function). This is convenient to enjoy only with TV speaker. • Images recorded with x.v.Color or Deep Color ( ➔ page 52) are also suppor ted. Enjoying 7.1-channel virtual surround playback Even if the surround back speakers are not connected, you can enjoy 7.1-channel virtual surround playback when playing more than 6-channel audio signals. Note • When you place the surround speakers at the back of the listening-viewing position, set to “REAR SPK ” in “Setting the placement positions f or surround speakers” ( ➔ page 39). SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 276/27/2008 4:05:53 PM
28RQT9223 Listening to surround sound You can add surround effects or create surround sound from 2-channel stereo sources. Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Pro Logic offers you surround playback of 2-channel stereo sources. The technology enables you to play 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources on 7.1 channels (when tw o surround back speakers are connected to the unit) and on 6.1 channels (when only one surround bac k speaker is connected). The technology makes surround back channels available for the playback of Dolby Digital Surround EX sources. Press [ PL ]. Press [ PL ], and then press [ e] [ r] to c hange the mode. MOVIE MUSIC EX or GAME To cancel: Press [SURROUND, OFF]. NEO:6 NEO:6 offers you surround playback of 2-channel stereo sources. The technology enables you to play 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources on 6.1 channels. Press [NEO:6]. Press [NEO:6], and then press [ e] [ r] to c hange the mode. CINEMA MUSIC To cancel: Press [SURROUND, OFF]. SFC (Sound Field Control) You can add presence and spread to surround sound according to your preference. MUSIC Use this mode when pla ying music. Press [SFC MUSIC]. Press [SFC MUSIC] again to change the mode. LIVE POP/ROCK VOCAL JAZZ DANCE PARTY You can also select each of the following modes by pressing [SFC MUSIC], and [ e] [r] in succession. To cancel: Press [SURROUND, OFF]. MOVIE Use this mode when playing movies. Press [SFC MOVIE]. Press [SFC MOVIE] again to change the mode. NEWS ACTION ST ADIUM MUSICAL GAME You can also select each of the following modes by pressing [SFC MOVIE], and [ e] [ r ] in succession. To cancel: Press [SURROUND, OFF]. Note • Surround effects may be unavailable depending on sources. • These settings remain effective after the unit goes off. • The unit makes output through speakers according to the number of channels recorded in sources when y ou switch Dolby Pro Logic , NEO:6 or SFC off. Example: The unit makes output through front speakers, the center speaker, surround speakers, and the subwoofer when you play 5.1-channel sources. Surround back speakers go silent. TV/VIDEO SUB MENUS ENTER SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 286/27/2008 4:05:55 PM
29RQT9223 Listening to surround sound Operations Dolby Pro Logic “MOVIE ” This mode produces good effects when y ou play commercial film titles in the Dolby Surround format. Sounds assigned to surround back channels become stereo in playback when you connect two surround back speakers to the unit. “MUSIC ” Use this mode when playing music. “EX ” (Dolb y Digital EX) This mode produces good effects when y ou play commercial film titles recorded in the Dolby Digital Surround EX format. This mode is effective on sources containing surround channels only. Sounds assigned to surround back channels become monaural in playback when you connect two surround back speakers to the unit. “ DIGITAL EX” or “ EX” replaces “ PL ” on the display when you connect one surround back speaker. “GAME ” You can play games with dynamic sounds in this mode . This mode is effective on 2-channel stereo sources. The effect of this mode becomes same as “MOVIE ” when surround and surround back speakers are unconnected ( ➔ pages 10, 11, 24 and 25) or when y ou set them as absent in “Setting speakers and their sizes” ( ➔ page 37). NEO:6 “CINEMA ” Use this mode when playing movies. “MUSIC ” Use this mode when playing music. SFC (Sound Field Control) “LIVE ” Imparts the reflection and spread of a large concer t hall. “POP/ROCK ” Best suited for dynamic sound such as pop and roc k music. “VOCAL ” Best suited to enhance vocals. “JAZZ ” Enjoy sound reflections as if you were in a small J azz club. “DANCE ” Enjoy a dance hall like audio effect. “PARTY ” This mode gives you a stereo impression wherever your listening position may be. Music played in the mode sounds like background music at parties. “NEWS ” Best suited to emphasize the human v oice. “ACTION ” Best suited for action movies with impact. “STADIUM ” Enjoy a feeling like being at a live spor ting event. “MUSICAL ” Enjoy a feeling like being at a live m usical performance. “GAME ” Enjoy games with greater audio impact. Operating on the unit Press [SURROUND]. WIRELESS READYSURROUND M.ROOMINPUT SELECTORVOLUME + _MULTI CH PROCESSING TrueHD D+ DTS-HD MULTI CH LPCM BI-AMP SETUP MIC AUXTUNE RETURN AUTO SPEAKER SETUP-SETUP OKSURROUNDSPEAKERS A SPEAKERS B S VIDEO VIDEOL - AUDIO - R POWER SURROUND “SURROUND” • The “SURROUND” indicator lights on after the setting. • Surround playback switches on/off each time you press the b utton. • When surround playback is activated by pressing [SURR OUND], the mode is set to the previously selected sound field setting. Use remote control to change the setting ( ➔ page 28). • The factory setting is “MOVIE ” of Dolby Pro Logic . Note • The unit memorizes whether [SURROUND] has been pressed on or off f or each input source. • Not available when “ A” does not light on ( ➔ page 26). Sound field Dolby Pro Logic • You can select the most suitable mode according to the input signals. • You can make more detailed settings in “MUSIC ” mode (➔ page 30). NEO:6 • You can select the most suitable mode according to the input signals. • The subwoofer goes silent when you use NEO:6 on 2-channel stereo sources as long as all speakers have been set as “LARGE ” in “Setting speakers and their sizes” ( ➔ page 37). • You can make more detailed settings in “MUSIC ” mode ( ➔ page 30). SFC (Sound Field Control) • SFC cannot be selected when you connect no surround speaker to the unit or you set the surround speaker as unconnected. • Sound ma y be distorted when the selected input source and SFC mode do not match. In such cases , select another mode. SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 296/27/2008 4:05:58 PM
30RQT9223 Remote controlling sound effects See pages 28 and 29 for information about each mode. Adjusting Dolby Pro Logic ’s “MUSIC ” mode You can use the following modes when the input source is 2-channel stereo. ■ Dimension Control You can make up for differences in the output level of the front and surround speakers. 1. Press [ PL] to activate Dolby Pro Logic . 2. Press [ PL], next press [ e][ r ] to select “MUSIC ”, and press [OK] to confirm. 3. Press [ e][ r ] to select “DIMEN ”, and press [OK] to confirm. 4. Press [ e][ r ] for adjustment, and press [OK] to confirm. Adjustment range: -3 (More surround sound) to +3 (More front sound) F actory setting: 0 ■ Center Width Control In this mode, you can play music more naturally by adjusting sounds assigned to front and center speakers as a whole. 1. Press [ PL] to activate Dolby Pro Logic . 2. Press [ PL], next press [ e][ r ] to select “MUSIC ”, and press [OK] to confirm. 3. Press [ e][ r ] to select “C-WIDTH ”, and press [OK] to confirm. 4. Press [ e][ r ] for adjustment, and press [OK] to confirm. Adjustment range: 0 (Center becomes clearer) to 7 (Center becomes wider) F actory setting: 3 Adjusting NEO:6’s “ MUSIC ” mode You can use the following mode when the input source is 2-channel stereo. ■ Center Image Control In this mode, you can play music more naturally by adjusting sounds assigned to front and center speakers as a whole. 1. Press [NEO:6] to activate NEO:6. 2. Press [NEO:6], next press [ e][ r ] to select “MUSIC ”, and press [OK] to confirm. 3. Press [ e] [ r ] to select “ C-IMAGE ”, and press [OK] to confirm. 4. Press [ e][ r ] f or adjustment, and press [OK] to confirm. Adjustment range: 0 (Center becomes clearer) to 5 (Center becomes wider) F actory setting: 2 ENTER SUB MENUS TV/VIDEO SA-BX500-PP (RQT9223-Y)_En.indd 306/27/2008 4:05:59 PM