Panasonic Av Control Receiver Sa-xr50 Operating Instructions

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Step 3
RQT7487
Adjusting speaker output level
Adjust the level of the other speakers based on the output of the front
speakers. (Output is only from the speakers selected in the SPEAKERS
settings. Adjust the volume of the front speakers with [VOLUME].) 
2. Select. 3. Select the speakers.
C (center), RS (right surround), SB (surround back) and LS (left
surround) can be adjusted between –10 dB and +10 dB, with 0 being the
level of the front speakers. 
Adjust center, surround and surround back output to the same apparent
level of the front speakers. 
For SW (subwoofer), “MIN” for minimum output, a level between 1 and
19, or “MAX” for maximum output. Adjust subwoofer output so it is
balanced with the front speakers. Subwoofer output is easily influenced
by the source. You can also change its level while playing something for
better effect (á page 18)
Preparation: Press [SPEAKERS A] to turn on SPEAKERS A. 
(On the main unit)
2. Select the input 
position.3. Change the setting. Output the signal.
Adjust the main volume.
2. Select the input 
position.3. Change the setting.
Select the speaker channel.
Adjust the level.c
For more detailed information on settings refer to 
“Advanced setup” on page 21.Stop the test signal.
VOLUME
+ –
LEVEL
TEST
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Step 4
RQT7487
Basic operations
Switch on.Sound modes
Adding surround effects
Using Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ
Dolby Pro LogicⅡprocessor works not only on sources recorded with Dolby Surround, but also on any
stereo source. 
The following modes are available when using Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ.
Turn SPEAKERS A 
on.
MOVIE Use this mode when
playing movies, especially
videotapes, recorded in
Dolby Surround.MUSIC Adds surround effects to
stereo sources.PANORAMASound is spread out more
so you feel like you are
surrounded by music.
Select input.
•To cancel: Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
Using DTS NEO:6Use DTS NEO:6 to play 2-channel sources through multi-channels. 
The following modes are available when playing 2-channel sources.
CINEMA Use this mode when playing movies.MUSIC Adds surround effects to stereo sources.
•To cancel: Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
• When the “DTS” or “% DIGITAL” indicator is lit, only the CINEMA mode can be selected. 
Using the Sound Field Control (SFC)Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and spread by using these SFC modes with
Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM or analog stereo sources. Choose from the following modes. 
MUSICAV/MOVIEStart play of the 
source.
The unit sets the sound mode
(stereo or multi-channel) to suit
the input signal. 
• Select the desired sound
mode (á right)
LIVEImparts the reflection and spread of a
large concert hall.DRAMABest suited for dialogues in drama
movies.
POP/ROCKBest suited for dynamic sound such as
pop and rock music.ACTIONBest suited for action movies with
impact.
Adjust the volume.VOC ALBest suited to enhance vocals.SPORTSEnjoy a feeling like being at a live
sporting event.
JAZZRecreates natural sound ambience and
direction.MUSICALEnjoy a feeling like being at a live
musical performance.
DANCEEnjoy a dance hall like audio effect.GAMEEnjoy games with greater audio impact.
When you finish listening Be sure to reduce the volume and press
[POWER 8] to switch the unit to
standby.
Notes on digital input This unit can decode the following 
signals: 
• Dolby Digital, including Dolby Digital
Surround EX 
• DTS, including DTS-ES or DTS 96/24• PCM, including PCM with sampling
frequencies of 192, 176.4 (COAXIAL1),
96 or 88.2 kHz
 It cannot decode:
• Other digital signals, such as MPEG
• Dolby Digital RF signals from a laser
disc player
PA R T YThis mode uses the front and surround
speakers so that sound is in stereo
regardless of the direction you are
facing.MONOBest suited for older monaural audio
movies.
•To cancel: Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
6.1CH DECODING mode
This mode uses the surround back speaker to create a realistic sound field. It is especially effective when
playing DTS-ES and Dolby Digital Surround EX, but can be used with other DTS and Dolby Digital
sources, as well as Dolby Pro Logic  Ⅱ, DTS NEO:6 and SFC. This mode engages automatically if the
disc has a recognition signal for DTS-ES or Dolby Digital Surround EX (you can still turn the mode off).
• To cancel
Press [6.1CH DECODING].
SPEAKERSAB
POWER  86.1CH DECODING
VIDEO INAUDIO IN LRVCR 2PHONES
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PUSH ENTER
6.1CH DECODINGPOWER  8
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INPUT SELECTORVOLUME
DOWN UP
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A
SPEAKERSAB
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TUNER FM
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Step 4
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You can adjust the effect of MUSIC and PANORAMA with the center width and dimension controls.
Center Width Control – C-WDTH This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when
listening to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the
overall front image, or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center
image.
You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant) and
7 (center sound is spread out). The default level is 3.
Select “C-WDTH”. Adjust the effect.Dimension Control – DIMEN You can make up for differences in the output level of the front and surround
speakers. You can choose a level between –3 and +3 - Increase the level to
move sound to the front speakers, decrease to move it to the surround
speakers. The default is level 0.
Select “DIMEN”. Adjust the effect.
You can adjust the effect of MUSIC with the center image control.
Center Image Control – C-IMGThis adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when
listening to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the
overall front image, or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center
image.You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant) and
5 (center sound is spread out). 
The default level is 3.
Select “C-IMG”. Adjust the effect.
You can adjust the sound field by adjusting the level of the speakers and effect. These adjustments can be made for each SFC mode.
To adjust the speaker level  
Select speaker channel. Adjust the level.
C, RS, SB and LS: –10 dB to +10 dB
SW: – – – (off)   MIN
When 6.1CH DECODING is on: 1 – 19   MAX
• Output is only from the speakers selected in the SPEAKERS settings. 
To adjust SFC effect
Adjust the effect.
SFC effect can be adjusted between EFFECT 1 (minimum) and
EFFECT 10 (maximum).
The factory setting is EFFECT 5 for each mode.
Listening to multi-channel source in stereo (2CH MIX mode)
When multi-channel sources are played in this mode, the sounds intended for the other speaker channels are played through the front speakers.
Notes on sound modes Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ, DTS NEO:6 and SFC modes remain in effect 
until you change them. 
• To cancel 
Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
The 2CH MIX mode remains in effect until you change input mode 
or turn off the unit.
• To return to surround sound
Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].When input is PCM with sampling frequencies of 192, 176.4 
(COAXIAL1), 96, or 88.2 kHz: 
• You cannot add surround effects with Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ, DTS
NEO:6 or SFC. 
When neither the center or surround speakers are selected in the 
SPEAKERS settings:
• You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ, DTS NEO:6, or SFC. 
When the surround back speaker is not selected in the SPEAKERS 
settings:
• You cannot use 6.1CH DECODING mode.
If the unit does not automatically recognize Dolby Digital Surround 
EX or DTS-ES and output is 5.1 channels:
• Press [6.1CH DECODING] to switch the mode on manually. Sound
will now come from the surround back speaker.
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Operations
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Control guide
• When you turn the dimmer to “ON”, the following indicators change to dim.
Main unit
Standby indicator [^] When the unit is connected to the
AC mains supply, this indicator
lights up in standby mode and
goes out when the unit is turned
on. 
[POWER 8] Press to switch the unit from on to
standby mode or vice versa. In
standby mode, the unit is still
consuming a small amount of
power.
[SPEAKERS, A, B] For selecting speakers A
or B. 
Turning the speakers off
automatically engages the
STEREO/2CH mode
(when listening through
headphones, for example).
[% DIGITAL EX, % DIGITAL, % PL Ⅱ, 
DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, DTS, DTS NEO:6]
Lights to indicate the source’s input signal and
decoding format used.
% DIGITAL EX: Dolby Digital Surround EX sources 
% DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources 
% PLⅡ: Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱdecoder is being used 
DTS 96/24: DTS 96/24 sources 
DTS-ES: DTS-ES discrete or matrix sources 
DTS: DTS sources 
DTS NEO:6: DTS NEO:6 matrix decoder is being
used
[MULTI CONTROL] Press to enter Multi control
mode, and use [INPUT
SELECTOR] to select/
enter.
[INPUT SELECTOR] For selecting input. Selects/Enters each setting
in Multi control mode.
[VOLUME] Volume control.
[VCR 2]For a video camera, etc.[6.1CH DECODING] For turning on the 6.1 channel decoding mode. When using this mode the
indicator lights.
[BASS SYNTHESIZER] For turning on the bass synthesizer mode. When using this mode the indicator
lights.
[MULTI-SOURCE RE-MASTER] For selecting a re-master mode. When using this mode the indicator lights.[TUNE 2, 1] For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations. 
Press and hold until the frequency starts scrolling to start automatic tuning. Tuning 
stops when a station is found.
[PHONES] Headphone jack 
Plug type: 6.3 mm (1/4)
stereo 
• Avoid listening for
prolonged periods of
time to prevent hearing
damage.
• Turn the speakers off
when using the
headphones. 
Display
[– SPEAKERS– , ]Speaker indicators :Sound is output from
speakers connected to
the front A, surround, and
center terminals.
: Sound is output only from
speakers connected to
the front B terminals. 
 :Sound is output from
speakers connected
to the front A and B
terminals.
[TUNED, ST, , MONO] Radio indicators 
TUNED: A station is tuned. 
ST: A stereo FM broadcast is
tuned.
: Flashes during automatic
presetting. 
MONO: Lights when using the
monaural mode.
[SLEEP] Sleep timer indicator.
[SFC, CENTER FOCUS, 2CH MIX, 
MULTI REAR] 
SFC: Lights when using an SFC mode.
CENTER FOCUS: Lights when using the
center focus mode.
2CH MIX: Lights when playing a multi-
channel source in 2CH MIX
mode.
MULTI REAR:
 Lights when using the multi
rear surround mode.
[]When you press the [MULTI CONTROL]
button and enter the settings the indicator
lights.
[–DIGITAL INPUT–, L, C, R, S, 
LS, SB, RS, LFE]
Program format indicators 
Show the channels contained in the
digital input signal. They do not light
when input is analog.
L: Front left channel 
C: Center channel 
R: Front right channel 
S: If the surround channel is
monaural. 
LS: Surround left channel 
SB: Surround back channel 
RS: Surround right channel 
LFE (Low Frequency Effects):
Deep-bass effect.
[TAPE MONITOR]Lights when the tape monitor
is on.[DIGITAL PROCESSING fs]Displays the frequency the unit is
processing.
General displayShows the input mode, radio
frequency, and other general
information.[kHz, MHz]Frequency unit indicators 
kHz:AM, or PCM sampling frequency MHz: FM 
SPEAKERSAB
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VIDEO INAUDIO IN LRVCR 2PHONES
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DOWN UP
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Remote control 
signal sensor
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Operations
RQT7487
Buttons not explained on this page are used only to operate other equipment.
Refer to the separate booklet, “Remote Control Operation Guide”, for remote control operation details.
For your reference• When playing video sources connected to DVR/VCR1
The picture remains on the screen even if you select
TAPE, CD or TUNER.
• When SPEAKERS B is on
The STEREO/2CH MIX mode is engaged automatically.• When DVD ANALOG 6CH input is on 
Speaker settings are ineffective. Change the settings on the DVD player
if necessary. 
• When using a graphic equalizer 
Some distortion may occur, depending on the equalizer’s settings. 
• When input is DIGITAL 
The tape monitor cannot be used. 
• When muting is on 
Muting is also canceled when the unit is turned off.
Remote control
[DVD –ANALOG 6CH, TV, CD, 
TA P E  
–MONITOR, DVD RECORDER, VCR] 
Input mode and remote control mode
buttons. 
DVD –ANALOG 6CH 
When DVD mode is selected • Press and hold: For switching betweenanalog 6-channel and 2-channel DVD input. 
TAPE –MONITOR 
• Press and hold:
For monitoring sound when recording to a
3 head cassette deck. Also used when
you have connected a graphic equalizer to
the TAPE terminals.
[^, RECEIVER] Standby/on button.
[1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0] To enter radio frequencies and channels.[DISC, DIRECT TUNING]To enable selection of radio stations by
frequency.
[≧10, ENTER] To enter two digit channels. 
[TUNER/BAND]Change the input mode and remote control
mode to TUNER.
For switching between FM and AM.[1, CH, 2] For selecting preset radio channels.
[4,3, VOLUME] To adjust the volume.
[HELP] Displays help messages.
Press if an error message appears. 
A message offering a possible solution
scrolls across the display.[MUTING] To mute the volume.
[DIMMER] For dimming the unit’s display.
[SUBWOOFER]For selecting subwoofer level.[CENTER FOCUS] For turning on the center focus mode. [MULTI REAR]For turning on the multi rear surround mode.
[TEST] To start the speaker test signal. [LEVEL] Use when adjusting speaker level. [EFFECT] Use when adjusting Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ,
DTS NEO:6 or SFC effects. 
[w, 3, q, 4] First select EFFECT, LEVEL or SFC, and
then press [w, 3] or [q, 4] to complete the
setting.
[STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF] For selecting STEREO or 2CH MIX mode. 
To cancel surround effect.
[%PL Ⅱ] For selecting a Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ mode:
MOVIE, MUSIC or PANORAMA. 
[DTS NEO:6] For selecting a DTS NEO:6 mode: CINEMA
or MUSIC. 
[SFC] For selecting a SFC mode: 
MUSIC or AV/MOVIE
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Operations
RQT7487
The radio
Manual tuning
Select “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM”.Direct tuning
e.g. 107.9 MHz, Press [1] → [0] → [7] → [9] 
Tuning intervals: FM - 0.1 MHz, AM - 10 kHz
• If you do not press a button while the cursor is flashing, the display
returns to the frequency being received.
• If the frequency has not been input correctly, “ERROR” will be
displayed.
Select MANUAL tuning mode.(á below, “Select MANUAL or PRESET tuning mode”)
Tune to the station.
Tuning intervals: FM - 0.2 MHz, AM - 10 kHz
Automatic tuning
Hold down [TUNE 2 or 1] until the frequency begins to scroll.
Tuning stops when a station is found. (Tuning may stop if there
is interference.)
Multi control tuner settings 
Enter Multi 
control mode.
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus
and factory settings á back
cover)
Select MANUAL or 
PRESET tuning mode1. Select. 2. Select. 3. Select.
MANUAL: To tune the station
frequency.
PRESET: To select the preset
channel.
Change the 
settings.FM mode
You can improve FM reception by
switching reception to monaural.
1. Select “TUNER”.2. Select “FM MODE”.3. Select “MONO”.
Beat proof mode
When there is a lot of noise
interference with the AM broadcast,
try switching to this mode.
This may change the volume, but
noise will also reduce.
1. Select “OPTION”.2. Select “B PROOF”.3. Select “MODE A” 
or “MODE B”.
For your reference• Improving reception
DVD players can interfere with radio reception. Turn the DVD player off or move it further away from the
antennas if this occurs.
• Beat proof mode
Changing these settings also changes the A/D attenuator settings, which are linked. (á page 19)To finish settings
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL]
several times to select
“EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].
SPEAKERSABPOWER  86.1CH DECODING
VIDEO INAUDI O IN LRVCR 2PHONES
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PUSH ENTER
TUNE 2TUNE 1
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INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
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• To cancelMULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
• To cancel, select “AUTO”.
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Operations
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Preset tuning
Presetting stations.(á below, “Automatic presetting” or “Manual presetting”)Selecting preset channels
When using the numbered buttonsTo select a two digit number e.g. 21: 
[≧10, ENTER] → [2] → [1]
Select PRESET tuning mode.(á page 16, “Select MANUAL or PRESET tuning mode”)
Select the preset channels.
Hold down the button to change channels faster.
Multi control tuner settings 
Enter Multi 
control mode.
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus
and factory settings á back
cover)
Automatic presetting 
Preparation:
First, set the channel reception
to FM 87.9 MHz or AM 530 kHz.
Preset channels that are
automatically assigned by this
unit are:
FM: 1 to 30, AM: 21 to 30
(FM stations are replaced if any 
were preset in these channels.)1. Select. 2. Select. 3. Select. 
Change the 
settings.• During automatic presetting, the memory indicator () flashes and the
frequency scrolls. The memory indicator and channel numbers are
displayed for a second when a station is preset.
• The last station to be preset is displayed when presetting finishes.
Manual presetting1. Select. 2. Select.3.Select the channel.
Preparation:
Set the station signal you want
set as a preset.
Preset the stations one at a time.
• FM stations can also be preset
in the MONO mode.
For your referenceEven if the power supply cord is disconnected from the house hold AC outlet, the stations remain in memory for
approximately two weeks.To finish settings
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL]
several times to select
“EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].
SPEAKERSABPOWER  86.1CH DECODING
VIDEO INAUDI O IN LRVCR 2PHONES
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INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
STARTSTARTCANCEL
• To cancel
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
TUNER
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
MEMORY
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
CH   1CH 1CH 30
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2
• In the state, press [TUNE 2 or 1] to tune the
station (Exit the Multi control mode).• “STORED” is displayed.
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Operations
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Audio settings
Bass synthesizer
Provides depth of bass for audio play with impact.
• When input signal is Dolby digital stereo or DTS stereo, this mode
cannot be used.
Multi-source re-master
This original feature boosts the frequencies of the higher harmonics that
are lost during recording due to compression.
When Re-master is on, the current level appears.
EFFECT 1: For fast tracks (pop and rock) 
EFFECT 2: For tracks with a variety of tempos (jazz)
EFFECT 3: For slow tracks (classical) 
EFFECT 4: For compressed audio signals 
OFF: The re-master processing is off.
Subwoofer level
You can adjust the volume of the subwoofer while listening to a source.
Select SW – – – to stop output.
The factory setting is SW 10.
• You cannot adjust the subwoofer level if DVD ANALOG 6CH is
selected.
• Sound can be distorted if you raise the volume while the subwoofer
level is high. Reduce the subwoofer level if this occurs.
Center focus
You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming
from within the television.
The center focus cannot be used in the following cases:
• When there is no center input signal.
• When the center speaker is not selected in the SPEAKERS settings.
Multi rear surround
This mode makes it seem like sound is coming from the multiple rear
surround speakers virtually when connected with surround speaker.
The multi rear surround cannot be used in the following cases:
• When there is no surround input signal.
• When the surround channel is monaural.
• When the surround speaker is not selected in the SPEAKERS
settings.
DTS FIX modeWhile the input source is selected
Press and hold at the same 
time for 2 seconds.• To cancel, perform the same
operation again.
“AUTO” is displayed. In rare cases, the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals
on discs. 
With DTS, the signals may not be recognized at all. Engage the DTS
FIX mode if this occurs. 
When DTS FIX mode is on, the unit cannot process other signals. This
may cause noise to be output. Turn the setting off in this case. 
• When you turn the unit power off the DTS FIX mode is canceled.
For your referenceThe bass synthesizer, center focus or multi rear surround cannot be 
used in the following cases.
• When input signal is monaural, DTS 96/24, PCM with sampling
frequencies of 192, 176.4, 96 or 88.2 kHz.
• When Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ, DTS NEO:6, SFC or multi-source re-master
is on.
The center focus or multi rear surround cannot be used in the 
following case.
• When input signal is PCM or analog stereo.
• When DVD ANALOG 6CH is selected.When DTS FIX mode is on 
• You cannot use 6.1CH DECODING mode.
DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 are played as normal DTS (i.e., there is no
output from the surround back speaker).
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2CH MIX% PLDTS
NEO:6
DIMMER
TEST
ENTERq
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SUBWOOFER
CENTER
FOCUSMULTI
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^DTSMULTI CONTROLINPUT SELECTORVOLUME
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PUSH ENTER
BASS
SYNTHESIZERMULTI-SOURCE
RE-MASTERTUNE 16.1CH DECODING
BASS
SYNTHESIZERBASS ON
• To cancel
Press [BASS SYNTHESIZER].
MULTI-SOURCE
RE-MASTEREFFECT 1
EFFECT 1, EFFECT  2, EFFECT  3,
EFFECT 4, OFF
SUBWOOFERSW    10---, MIN, 5, 10, 15, MAX
CENTER
FOCUS
C.FOCUS
• To cancel
Press [CENTER FOCUS].
MULTI
REAR
M.REAR
• To cancel
Press [MULTI REAR].
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Operations
RQT7487
Multi control audio settings 
Enter Multi 
control mode.To n e1. Select. 2. Select. 3. Adjust the level.
You can adjust the level of the
bass and treble.
• The STEREO mode must be on
and input must be either analog
or PCM signals. You cannot
adjust the tone if DVD ANALOG
6CH is selected.
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus
and factory settings
á back cover)
Balance1. Select. 2. Adjust the balance.
You can adjust the balance of the
front speakers. 
Change the 
settings.
Dual program1. Select. 2. Select.3. Select.
When the input signal is Dolby
Digital and “DUAL” appears in the
display, the audio to be output is
set.
MAIN:Main audio output
SAP:Sub channel audio output
MAIN+SAP:Main and sub channel
audio output
Dynamic range 
compression
Change this setting to listen to
software recorded with Dolby
Digital at low volume (such as late
at night) maintaining audio clarity.
It reduces the peak level in loud
scenes without affecting the sound
field. 
OFF: 
The software is played with the
original dynamic range. 
STANDARD:
The level recommended by the
producer of the software for
household viewing. 
MAX: 
The maximum allowable compression
(recommended for night viewing).
1. Select.2. Select.3. Select.
To finish settingsA/D attenuator1. Select. 2. Select.3. Select.
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL]
several times to select
“EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].Turn the A/D attenuator on if
“OVERFLOW” lights frequently
when using 2-channel analog
input or DVD ANALOG 6CH input. 
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MULTI CONTROLINPUT SELECTORVOLUME
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PUSH ENTER
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR
MULTI CONTROL
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
TONE
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
BASSBASSTREBLE
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
0dB
-10 dB +10 dB
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
BALANCE
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
LR2
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
OPTION
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
DUAL PRG
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
MAINMAIN, SAP, MAIN+SAP
• To cancelMULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTERINPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
OPTION
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
DR COMP
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
OFFOFF, STANDARD, MAX
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
OPTION
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
A/D  ATT
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
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Operations
RQT7487
Other functions
Making a recording
Other Multi control function settings 
Enter Multi 
control mode.Dimmer1. Select. 2. Select.
• To cancel, select “OFF”
3. Select.
.
• The brightness changes
to show the level. Dim the display for better viewing
in a darkened room.
Choose a level between 1 (bright)
and 3 (dim). 
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus
and factory settings
á back cover)
Change the 
settings.
Sleep timer1. Select. 2. Select.
• To cancel, select “OFF”• To check the setting
After setting the time,
you can check the
remaining time using
step 2.
• To change a setting 
Repeat the procedure
from the beginning. The sleep timer can turn the unit
off after a set time. 
It does not control any other
components. 
The RESET function1. Select..2. Select. 3. Select.
The operation settings for the unit
will be initialized to the settings
made at the time of shipment. 
However, any preset radio stations
will not be erased.
To finish settings
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL]
several times to select
“EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].
Select the source to be recorded.You can record to a tape deck connected to TAPE REC (OUT), a DVD
recorder/VCR connected to DVR/VCR OUT, or digital recording
equipment connected to DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT. 
See the recording unit’s operating instructions for details on how to
prepare it for recording.
Note
• With a tape deck, you can record any analog source except TAPE.
• With a DVD recorder/VCR, you can record any analog source except
TAPE and DVR/VCR1.
• With digital recording equipment, you can record any digital source
without copy protection. 
• When you select DVD ANALOG 6CH mode, only sound from the front
left and right channels is recorded. 
• Some sources do not allow digital recording. Connect through the
analog terminals and select “ANALOG” input.
Begin recording.Follow your recording unit’s operating instructions.
Start the source to be recorded.Follow your equipment’s operating instructions.
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PUSH ENTER
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR
MULTI CONTROL
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
DIMMER
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
ONOFFON
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
LEVEL  2LEVEL 1, LEVEL 2, 
LEVEL 3
2
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
SLEEP
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
OFFOFF, 30, 60,
90, 120 (in minutes)
• To cancelMULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTERINPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
RESET
INPUT SELECTORINPUT SELECTOR
YESYESNOOPTION
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MULTI CONTROLINPUT SELECTORVOLUME
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PUSH ENTERPUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR
1INPUT SELECTOR
2
3
• To cancel, select “NO”.