User's Manual

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Changing System Settings
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Selecting DVD, TV, VCR, AUX, or TAPE turns the system on in an enhanced mode called
“Movie EQ.” In this mode, the bass and treble compensation are automatically set (more bass
and less treble) for the proper playback of movie soundtracks. Any additional adjustments
can be made by changing the Treble Compensation and Bass Compensation settings.
Digital Dynamic Range
®
compression automatically adjusts the volume to allow you to hear
soft sounds (particularly dialogue) and to prevent you from being overwhelmed by a loud spe-
cial effect, such as an explosion. This feature is normally engaged when you turn the system
on to DVD, TV, VCR, AUX, or TAPE. You can turn this feature off by setting Range Compres-
sion: Off.
Selects Track 1, Track 2, or both of the currently available audio tracks.
Displays system audio information. The following example shows you a DVD audio status.
Figure 7
Status example: DVD audio
settings
Bose
®
Videostage
®
decoding can process a one-channel program into five-speaker sound –
directing the signals so that dialogue remains locked on-screen, while music and ambient
effects fill the room. You experience a surround sensation, providing extra enjoyment when
you watch older (that is, pre-stereo) movies. This feature can be used for mono TV, FM, and
AM programs. This feature is automatically engaged when a Dolby Digital bitstream indicates
that it contains a mono program. This feature can be turned off by setting Mono Decoding :
Off.
Movie EQ: On / Off
Range Compression: On / Off
Dolby Digital 1+1: 1 / 1 / Both
Audio Status:
Audio Settings (DVD)
Movie EQ: Normal
Range Compression: Off
Audio Status:
Mono Decoding: Normal
Center Channel: 0
Displays information about volume and other
adjustments.
select item
Audio
Volume: 55
Mute: Off
Zone: 1
Room: A
Speakers: 5
Surround
Setting: +3
Treble Compensation: --
Bass Compensation: 0
Mono Decoding: On / Off