User manual SONY SDPE800

[. . . ] If you have any question or problem concerning your processor, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Before operating the processor, check that the operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. â· If you are not going to use the processor for a long time, be sure to disconnect the processor from the wall outlet. [. . . ] â· Centre speaker delay time can be set in 1 ms steps from 0 to 5 ms. Initial setting is : REAR DELAY 5ms Use this parameter to add a sense of depth to the rear channels. When "PRO LOGIC" is displayed, the actual delay time is 15ms longer than the time shown in the display. â· Rear speaker delay time can be set in 5 ms steps from 0 to 15 ms. Use digital processing control buttons ( / adjust the level of the parameter. Use MASTER VOLUME on the processor, remote, or your multichannel processor. 1 ch inputs, set this unit's MASTER VOLUME to near the centre position and adjust the amplifier's volume control. The test tone will not be emitted if the sound field is set to VIRTUAL ENHANCED A/B, ACOUSTIC or KARAOKE. â· The front balance, rear balance, centre level, rear level, and sub woofer level are shown in the display during adjustment. â· Although these adjustments can also be made with the LEVEL ADJUST menu using the digital processing control buttons on the front panel, we recommend you follow the procedure described above and adjust the speaker levels from your listening position using the remote control. To listen to or watch a connected component, first select the function on the processor or with the remote. If the "ACOUSTIC" sound field is selected or the sound field is set to OFF: The source signal is downmixed to 2 ch (Left and Right) stereo before output. When "ACOUSTIC" is selected equalizer (EQ) adjustments can be performed. To turn off the sound fields (2 channel stereo playback) press SOUND FIELD ON/OFF. At this time, the input signals are automatically downmixed to 2 ch (L, R) stereo signals. 1 channel Dolby Digital (AC-3) sources must be downmixed to 2 channels before the KARAOKE effect can be applied. Consequently, the "DISCRETE" indicator does not light when you select KARAOKE while inputting 5. In order to enjoy Dolby Digital (AC-3) playback you must use discs bearing this logo. Additional output from rear speakers when decoding Dolby Surround programmes. Provides surround effects for listening at low volume levels. Creates a theatre-like environment from movies with 2-channel monaural soundtracks. Uses 3D sound imaging to create virtual rear speakers from the sound of the front speakers without using actual rear speakers. [. . . ] / Place your TV away from the audio components. / Dolby Digital (AC-3) sources cannot be recorded digitally onto DAT or MD. / Replace both batteries in the remote with new ones if they are weak. The KARAOKE sound field does not produce a reduction in the level of the vocals. [. . . ]