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SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS
This unit is equipped with a variety of precise digital decoders that allow you to enjoy multi-channel playback from
almost any stereo or multi-channel sound source. This unit is also equipped with a YAMAHA digital sound field
processing (DSP) chip containing several sound field programs which you can use to enhance your playback experience.
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The YAMAHA CINEMA DSP modes are compatible with all Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Surround sources. Set “INPUT MODE”
to “AUTO” (see page 35) to enable this unit to automatically switch to the appropriate digital decoder according to the input signal.
• The DSP sound field programs of this unit are recreations of real-world acoustic environments made from precise measurements taken
in the actual concert hall, music venue, movie theater, etc. Thus, you may notice variations in the strength of the reflections coming
from the front, back, left and right.
• Choose a sound field program based on your listening preference, not merely on the name of the program itself.
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For movie/video sources
You can select from the following sound fields when playing movie or video sources. The sound fields marked “MULTI”
can be used with multi-channel sources, like DVD, digital TV, etc. Those marked “2-CH” can be used with 2-channel
stereo sources like TV programs, video tapes, etc.
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Rotate the PROGRAM selector on the front panel (or set the component selector switch to AMP and then press one of the sound field
program selector buttons on the remote control) to select the desired sound field program (see page 65).
Sound field program descriptions
Notes
Remote
control
button
Sound field program
Features
Sources
1
STEREO
2ch Stereo
Downmixes multi-channel sources to 2 channels or plays back 2-channel
sources as they are.
MULTI
2-CH
2
MUSIC
Pop/Rock
CINEMA DSP processing. This program creates an enthusiastic atmosphere
where you can feel as if you are in an actual jazz or rock concert.
3
ENTERTAINMENT
TV Sports
CINEMA DSP processing. This program reproduces the sound environment of a
large concert hall using the surround sound field to enhance your experience of
watching various TV programs such as news, variety shows, music programs or
sports programs.
ENTERTAINMENT
Mono Movie
CINEMA DSP processing. This program reproduces monaural video sources
(such as old movies) at the optimum reverberation level to create sound depth
using only the presence sound field.
ENTERTAINMENT
Game
CINEMA DSP processing. This program adds a deep and spatial feeling to
video game sounds.
