Sony DAV-X1 Operating Instructions Manual page 39

Note
• When the system receives DVD
multi-channel signals or AC-3
multiplex broadcast signals, the
default AUTO setting is FOCUS
SURROUND. (You can change
the AUTO setting to WIDE
SURROUND in AMP MENU.)
• When the system receives CDs or
DATA CDs, the AUTO setting is
2CH STEREO.
• The sound field for Super Audio
CDs is 2CH STEREO only.
• The surround effect might be
difficult to hear depending on the
type of source signals (e.g., digital
stereo signals, digital multi
signals, etc.) except for DVD
multi-channel signals.
Tip
• The system memorizes the last
sound field selected for each
function mode.
Whenever you select a function
such as DVD or TUNER, the
sound field that was last applied to
function is automatically applied
again.
• If the AC power cord (mains lead)
is disconnected for a long period of
time, the system may return to its
default settings.
Available sound fields
Sound field
AUTO
FOCUS SURROUND
WIDE SURROUND
2CH STEREO
* Using S-Force PRO Front Surround technology.
About S-Force PRO Front Surround
Sony's long-term involvement in surround technology (and the vast
amounts of acoustic data accumulated as a result) has led to the
development of all-new processing method and advanced DSP to
handle this task effectively, which we call S-Force PRO Front
Surround. Compared with previous front surround technologies,
S-Force PRO Front Surround reproduces a more convincing sense
of distance and space, resulting in a true surround sound experience
without the need for rear speakers.
Automatic sound field selection
x AUTO
This mode selects the sound field (Surround mode (FOCUS
SURROUND or WIDE SURROUND) or 2CH STEREO)
automatically, according to the type of audio signal being input.
The default AUTO setting is FOCUS SURROUND.
To set the Surround mode setting (FOCUS SURROUND or WIDE
SURROUND) in AUTO MODE, follow the steps below:
1
Press AMP MENU.
2
Press X/x to select [AUTO MODE], then press ENTER or c.
3
Press X/x to select [FOCUS SURR] or [WIDE SURR], then
press ENTER.
Enjoying the Front Surround Sound System
You can enjoy two types of front surround sound, FOCUS
SURROUND or WIDE SURROUND, depending on the listening
area.
x FOCUS SURROUND
You can enjoy surround sound in a more focused sound area.
Display
AUTO MODE
*
FOCUS SURR
*
WIDE SURR
2CH STEREO
continued
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