User manual SONY SDPEP9ES

[. . . ] 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. If you are not going to use the processor for a long time, be sure to disconnect the processor from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. [. . . ] You can select a surround field according to the type of source you are playing. When playing programme sources recorded in the MPEG or Dolby Digital (AC-3) format, you can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting "MPEG/DOLBY DIGITAL". This unit also incorporates several pre-programmed sound modes called "Digital Cinema Sound". Select from these surround modes according to your preference to enjoy powerful surround effects from a wide variety of programme sources. When the signal being input is PCM, normal 2 channel playback occurs. This control lets you adjust the "presence" of the current Digital Cinema Sound mode from 0% (no digital cinema sound effects) to 100% (150%) in 5% steps. This processor makes it easy to make digital recordings from the components connected to the processor. you don't have to connect playback and recording components directly. Before you begin, make sure you've connected all components properly. The effect level is indicated in the display during adjustment. Changing the effect level may not produce major variations in the surround effect when used with certain playback sources. Initial setting is : REAR L ___1___ R Lets you adjust the balance between the rear left and right speakers. Turn the MENU knob to select the parameter you desire from the respective menu. Turn the +/­ knob to select the setting you desire. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to make all necessary adjustments. Initial setting is : REAR LEVEL 0 dB Lets you adjust level of the rear (left and right) speakers. Selecting MUTE completely mutes the sound (­) from the rear speakers. In this case, the sound of the rear channels is not output from the front speakers, etc. LEVEL 0 dB Lets you adjust the level of the centre speaker. Selecting MUTE completely mutes the sound (­) from the centre speaker. In this case, the sound of the centre channel is not output from the front speakers, etc. RANGE COMP OFF Lets you compress the dynamic range of the sound track. [. . . ] If this does not correct the problem, turn off the power and consult your nearest Sony dealer. A setting used by the Dolby Pro Logic Surround mode to determine the kind of signal processing required to produce the surround effect with the speakers you have connected. The centre mode is determined automatically according to the setting of the speaker size parameters in the SP. This processor's Dolby Digital (AC-3) circuitry provides a more versatile range of speaker settings than the standard Dolby Pro Logic centre mode setting. [. . . ]