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DC-1 Version 3 Digital Controller
AC-3 Effects and Parameters
LFE MIX LEVEL allows separate level attenuation of the LFE channel,
which is ultimately mixed to the subwoofer output. As the bass from as
many as five other channels is added to the LFE, it can significantly raise
subwoofer output levels — and create the risk of damage to a system.
Careful adjustment of this parameter will allow you to achieve proper tonal
balance and reduce the risk of damage.
MASTER LEVEL adjusts the output level of the two-channel downmix. This
control should be set to +5dB unless the LFE is very heavy, inwhich case the
level should be reduced.
RE-EQUALIZER equalizes the left, center, and right channel outputs to
match the overall frequency balance of the original recording. Without this
re-equalization, many films and some television programs will sound too
bright.
REAR DELAY OFFSET is an additional delay added to the rear channels
when listening to LOGIC 7 and MUSIC SURROUND. This delay increases
the apparent size of the listening space by increasing the rear delay time.
Feel free to experiment to find the setting that works best.
REAR LEVEL controls the volume level of the rear speakers. Although we
have selected a default value, the correct setting will vary with each
recording, the room, and your personal taste.
SIDE LEVEL controls the output level of the side speakers. Use this control
in conjunction with SURROUND LEVEL to achieve the optimum balance
between the side and rear speakers.
SUBWOOFER LVL boosts or cuts the subwoofer output level. Although the
normal subwoofer level is set during the calibration procedure, with some
recordings it may be desirable to increase or decrease this deep bass level.
SURROUND MIX allows independent adjustment of the level of the sur-
round channels. Many AC-3 encoded soundtracks sound better when
down-mixed to two channels with the surround level increased by approxi-
mately 2-3dB.
VOCAL ENHANCE boosts dialog in the center channel. By targeting
specific frequencies, it can boost only dialog, without raising the entire
center channel level (which would alter the output balance achieved during
calibration).
