ADJUSTING BEAM MODE SETTINGS
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You can change the beam mode to suit the input source for this unit using the beam mode buttons. You can switch
between: stereo mode for 2-channel sources, 3 beam mode and 5 beam mode and ST(3 beam mode for
5.1-channel playback.
If you selected a wall installation type (instead of corner) for this unit in EASY SETUP – SP POSITION (page 25), or
you selected wall for MANUAL SETUP – SP POSITION (page 40), all modes are available for selection.
If you selected a corner installation type (instead of wall) for this unit in EASY SETUP – SP POSITION (page 25), or
you selected CORNER for MANUAL SETUP – SP POSITION (page 40), only the stereo and ST(3 beam
modes can be selected.
Outputs audio from the front left and right speakers.
This mode is ideal for playing back hi-fidelity
sources, such as CDs, and should be used to replace
your TV speakers. When playing multi-channel
sources, all signals except those for the front left and
right speakers are mixed down and output from the
front left and right speakers. You can select surround
mode during beam mode, but surround mode
becomes disabled when stereo mode is selected.
Outputs audio from the front left, center and front
right speakers.
Because the listening position area is widened when
signals are output to the front speaker positions only,
you can enjoy excellent quality surround sound over
a wider area. This mode is ideal when you want to
enjoy movies with the whole family.
When playing multi-channel sources, surround left
and right signals are mixed down and output to the
front left and right speaker positions.
Outputs audio signals from the front left and right,
center, and surround left and right speakers.
This mode is ideal for enjoying surround sound
effects to the fullest when watching movie DVDs
recorded in a multi-channel format or playing back 2-
channel sources in a multi-channel format.
To achieve to best surround sound effect, make sure
that there are no objects placed in the path of sound
beams that may prevent the beams from rebounding
directly off your listening room wall. The front left
and right sound beams are output towards the wall.
ADJUSTING BEAM MODE SETTINGS
Stereo mode
AUX
BEAM MODE
VCR
SLEEP
Remote control
3 beam mode
5 beam mode
Remote control
Remote control