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In the past, the differing number of channels in each component
made integration between two-channel and multichannel
components difficult. Sending multichannel processor output
signals to a stereo Preamplifier distorts calibrated processor
output levels. Multichannel processor volume controls adjust
the relative volume level of all channels in unison. However,
stereo Preamplifier volume controls adjust the relative volume
level of just the front left and right channels, leaving the center,
surround, and subwoofer channels unaffected.
To avoid these problems when the N
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associated surround-sound processor, the SSP mode allows
selected input sources to pass through the N
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interference. When SSP mode is activated the N
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control is deactivated to prevent the N
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channel balance. As a result, the processor controls the relative
volume level of all channels while maintaining its calibrated
output levels.
Note:
Although you still have the ability to adjust the
gain setting for an input that will have SSP mode active,
we recommend setting the gain to 0dB for XLR inputs and
+6dB for RCA inputs.
to connect the N
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illustration on next page):
1. Make sure the N
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powered off and disconnected from electrical outlets.
2. Connect the output connectors on the surround-sound
source component to the input connectors on the surround-
sound processor. For example, if the source component is a
DVD player, connect it to the appropriate input connectors on
the surround-sound processor.
3. Connect the front left and right output connectors on the
processor to the desired input connectors on the N
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best performance, use balanced connections whenever
possible.
4. Connect the center, surround, and subwoofer output
connectors on the processor to the appropriate input
connectors on the power amplifier(s).
5. Connect the desired main output connectors on the N
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the appropriate input connectors on the power amplifier.
to activate the SSp mode for a selected input:
CautioN: Before activating the SSp mode for any input, set
the associated surround sound processor volume control to a
reasonable level to prevent sending dangerous signal levels to
the associated loudspeakers.
1. Activate the Setup menu by pressing the Setup button.
2. Select Input Setup, and press Enter.
3. Select the input you wish to configure for SSP use, and press
Enter.
4. Select SSP, and press Enter.
5. Set the SSP parameter to On.
6. Press the Setup button four times to step backward through
the menu hierarchy and exit the Setup menu.
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