The Outlaws’ Guide to the Marantz AV7005
Stereo
The Stereo listening mode provides two possible processing scenarios. The first is to
preserve a stereo input with no surround processing. In this case, the stereo audio
signal will simply pass on to the signal processing. The second scenario is using Stereo
with a multichannel source, in which case this mode will downmix the multiple channels
into just two channels, followed in turn by signal processing.
Dolby Virtual Speaker
Virtual Speaker is a processing technology developed by Dolby Labs to simulate
surround sound using just two speakers. This mode is only recommended for systems
in which no surround speakers are available.
Multi Ch.
The “Multi Ch.” mode can be used with stereo sources. It expands the stereo signal into
all of the speakers in your surround sound system by copying the left channel to the left
surround, copying the right channel to the right surround, and creating a center signal
from both left and right. Because this mode involves only minimal processing of the
original signal, it is particularly popular for piping music throughout a room for a party.
You will get consistent sound all the way around the room.
DTS Neural Surround
This processing mode is intended for use with Sirius Radio or other stereo music
sources and produces surround sound using psychoacoustic frequency domain
processing. Neural Surround can be used with any stereo source.
Dolby Headphone
When headphones are connected to the AV7005, Dolby Headphone processing can be
employed to give a more immersive experience, particularly when listening to
multichannel sources such as DVD and Blu-ray movies.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic EQ is not a traditional listening mode, but it is a post-processing tool
that users may find useful. Dynamic EQ is a function which adjusts frequency response
and surround levels based on user-selected volume setting and the source material
being played. This adjustment serves as a compensation for human perception and
room acoustics at lower volume levels. We discuss some recommended settings for
Dynamic EQ on page 43.
Audyssey Dynamic Volume
Like Dynamic EQ, Audyssey Dynamic Volume is a post-processing tool and yet not a
typical listening mode. It is a system which monitors the volume of program material and
adjusts the volume level to compensate for passages that are significantly louder (such
as TV commercials). Audyssey Dynamic Volume cannot be used unless Audyssey
Dynamic EQ is already engaged. We discuss Dynamic Volume settings and controls on
page 43.
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Marantz AV7005
Audio Formats and Listening Modes
