JVC Surround Sound Headphone Adaptor SU-DH1-E User Manual
Su-dh1-e, Surround sound headphone adaptor
SURROUND SOUND HEADPHONE ADAPTOR
SURROUNDKLANG-KOPFHÖRERADAPTER
ADAPTATEUR DE SON SURROUND POUR
CASQUE D’ÉCOUTE
SU-DH1-E
INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
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AAC Patent marking/AAC Patentkennzeichnung/Marque de licence AAC
Pat. 5,848,391; 5,291,557; 5,451,954; 5 400 433; 5,222,189; 5,357,594; 5
752 225; 5,394,473; 5,583,962; 5,274,740; 5,633,981; 5 297 236;
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5,264,846; 5,268,685; 5,375,189; 5,581,654; 5,548,574; 5,717,821
About Digital Surround
*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro
Logic”, “AAC logo ”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
*2 “DTS” and “DTS VIRTUAL” are registered trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
Dolby Headphone
Dolby Headphone is a virtual headphone technology developed by Dolby
Laboratories.
Reproduces the surround system of the Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG-2 AAC
and the sound decoded by Dolby Pro Logic II into the 2 channel of the
stereo headphones.
Dolby Digital*
1
Used to reproduce multichannel soundtracks of the software encoded
with Dolby Digital.
Dolby Pro Logic II*
1
Dolby Pro Logic II has a newly developed multichannel playback format to
decode all 2 channel sources — stereo source and Dolby Surround
encoded source — into a 5.1 channel.
Dolby Pro Logic II has two modes —Movie mode and Music mode:
• Pro Logic II Movie (MOVIE)
Suitable for reproduction of the software encoded with Dolby Surround.
• Pro Logic II Music (MUSIC)
Suitable for reproduction of any 2 channel stereo music sources.
DTS Digital Surround*
2
Used to reproduce multichannel soundtracks of the software encoded
with DTS Digital Surround.
DTS Digital Surround (DTS) is another discrete multichannel digital audio
format available on CD and DVD software.
MPEG-2 AAC
MPEG-2 AAC is a surround format developed by MPEG (Moving Picture
Experts Group). MPEG-2 AAC can reproduce the sound in 5.1 channel at
the maximum.
For your safety…
− Never use this unit when driving a car, motor
cycle, or bicycle. This could result in an accident.
− Be careful not to turn the sound volume up
too high when using the headphones. Your hearing can
be damaged by listening to sounds at excessive volume
for long periods.
− Do not disassemble or modify this unit.
− Do not allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to
enter this unit.
About batteries…
Misuse of battery could result in leakage. This
could cause a fire or explosion. To prevent this,
pay special attention to the following points:
− Be sure to insert the battery with correct positive and
negative polarities.
− Do not heat, disassemble or short-circuit battery and never
dispose of battery by throwing them in a fire.
− Read the caution displayed on the battery when in use.
The batteries are exhausted.
The batteries are exhausted.
The connected component is not being played back.
Headphone’s volume level is set to low.
The volume level of the connected component is set to
low.
An audio format which cannot be played back through this
unit is being input.
The playing component is not outputting the surround
signal.
The LINE IN ATT switch is set to “0dB.”
The volume level of the connected component is set to
high.
The LINE IN ATT switch is set to “-8dB.”
The Dolby Headphone mode is set to OFF.
The Dolby Headphone mode is set to OFF.
The music source encoded DTS or multichannel music
source is being played back.
The batteries are exhausted.
Replace the batteries.
Replace the batteries.
Start playing the connected component.
Increase the headphone’s volume.
Increase the volume level of the connected component.
Check the audio format.
Check the digital audio output settings of the playing
component and set up so that the playing component can
output the surround signal.
Set the LINE IN ATT switch to “-8dB.”
Decrease the volume level of the connected component.
Set the LINE IN ATT switch to “0dB.”
Set the Dolby Headphone mode to DH1, DH2 or DH3.
Set the Dolby Headphone mode to DH1, DH2 or DH3.
Dolby Pro Logic II mode cannot be used for music source
encoded DTS and multichannel music source.
Replace the batteries.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Power does not come on.
No sound.
Noise is heard from the
analog connected component.
The sound from analog
connected component is quiet.
Cannot get the surround effect.
Cannot activate the Dolby Pro
Logic II mode.
The POWER indicator is flashing.
Surround sound headphone adaptor
Playable format:
Dolby Digital (Dolby Surround EX), Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS (DTS-ES 6.1ch),
MPEG-2 AAC, PCM (Fs=44.1kHz, 48kHz)
Surround function:
Dolby Headphone (DH1/DH2/DH3), Dolby Pro Logic II (AUTO/MOVIE/MUSIC)
Input terminals:
Optical digital signal mini jack x 1, LINE IN signal cord with Gold plated stereo mini plug (ø 3.5mm) x 1
Headphone output:
Stereo mini jack x 1
Power requirements:
Alkaline AA battery (DC 1.5V) x 2
Battery life:
approx. 10hours (using Alkaline AA battery), approx. 2.5hours (using Manganese AA battery)
Dimensions:
82mm x 20mm x 86mm (W/H/D)
Mass:
approx. 99g (include Manganese AA battery)
Accessories:
Manganese AA battery (R6P) x 2 (for initial use), Carrying pouch x 1, Dual plug adaptor x 1
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
*3 LINE IN ATT switch
Adjusts the volume level of the component connected by LINE IN cord. Set the switch to “-8dB” in standard use.
When the volume level of the component connected by LINE IN cord is low, set the switch to “0dB.”
DIGITAL IN
PHONES
LINE IN
ATT
0dB
-8dB
DIGITAL
IN
PHONE
S
LINE IN
ATT
0dB
-8dB
To headphone output
Digital audio player
Game
Portable DVD player
To Headphone
DVD recorder/player
Digital broadcast tuner
To digital audio output
EX.:
EX.:
LINE IN cord
(Use this cord for
analog connection.
Located at the
bottom of the unit.)
Digital mini plug cord (Not supplied)
The right side
The bottom side
Mini plug cord of
headphone
PARTS NAME
*4 Decode mode
The mode of reproduction subject to the digital surround format of each music source.
MOVIE
MUSIC
AUTO
DTS
MPEG-2
AAC
DH1
DH2
DH3
SURROUND SOUND HEADPHONE ADAPTOR
SU-DH1
1 POWER indicator
Lights up when the power is on.
2 Decode mode*
4
indicator
Lights up to indicate the input signal.
(
D,
PLII, DTS, MPEG-2 AAC)
3 POWER switch
Turns the power on or off.
4 Dolby Pro Logic II mode indicator
Indicates the selected mode of
Dolby Pro Logic II.
(AUTO/MOVIE/MUSIC)
5 Dolby Headphone mode indicator
Indicates the selected mode of
Dolby Headphone. (DH1/DH2/DH3)
6 DOLBY HEADPHONE button
Selects the mode of Dolby Headphone.
7 DOLBY PRO LOGIC II button
Selects the mode of Dolby Pro Logic II.
8 VOL (volume) controller
Adjusts the volume level.
1
3
8
7
6
5
4
2
• Supplied batteries are for your initial use.
• The use of manganese batteries causes the battery life to end faster.
When you use this unit for a long time, please use alkaline batteries.
• The POWER indicator flashes when the battery life comes to its end. In this case, replace the batteries.
BATTERY INSERTION
1.
Open the battery cover
Slide the cover according
to the arrow’s direction.
2.
Insert the batteries
Be sure to insert the batteries
with correct positive and
negative polarities.
3.
Close the battery cover
Insert the tab of the battery cover to the
stopper so that the cover is fixed.
Tab
Stopper
Information for Users on Disposal
of Old Equipment
[European Union only]
This symbol indicates that the product with
this symbol should not be disposed as
general household waste. If you want to
dispose of this equipment, please do not
use the ordinary dust bin! There is a
separate collection system for these
products.
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Dolby Headphone mode
Turn on the power.
1
Adjust the sound level.
3
Turn the volume controller to
left or right.
: Decrease
+ : Increase
Start playing the connected component.
2
The appropriate surround mode is
automatically selected and corresponding
decode mode*
4
indicator lights up.
Select the mode of Dolby Headphone and Dolby Pro Logic II.
4
Press the DOLBY HEADPHONE button and the DOLBY PRO LOGIC II button repeatedly to select the surround mode of each function.
DH1:
Reproduces the sound with less reverberation like a mixing studio.
DH2:
Reproduces the sound with suitable reverberation like a usual listening room.
DH3:
Reproduces the sound having atmosphere like a mini theatre or concert hall and so on.
OFF:
All the indicators including the Dolby Pro Logic II mode indicator go off and the unit reproduces the sound in stereo.
DOLBY
HEADPHONE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC II
AUTO
MUSIC
MOVIE
OFF
DH1
DH3
DH2
OFF
Dolby Pro Logic II mode
AUTO:
The unit automatically selects MOVIE or MUSIC in compliance with the input signal.
MOVIE is selected when the playing source is digital input 2 channel DVD or analog input.
MUSIC is selected when the playing source is digital input CD or MD.
MOVIE:
Suitable for reproduction of the software encoded with Dolby Surround.
MUSIC:
Suitable for reproduction of any 2 channel stereo music source.
OFF:
No indicator lights up.
When AUTO is selected, the AUTO indicator and the MOVIE or the MUSIC indicator light up.
You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic II mode when the Dolby Headphone is not activated.
Dolby Pro Logic II mode cannot be used for music source encoded DTS, and multichannel music source.
Set the POWER switch to ON.
The POWER indicator lights up.
• Be sure to turn off the power of the unit and component when you connect the component.
• While connecting the cord to the DIGITAL IN jack, the digital input is given priority. To reproduce the sound
from the component connected by LINE IN cord, disconnect the cord from the DIGITAL IN jack.
• While connecting the stereo headphone jack of a portable component by LINE IN cord, noise may be heard if
the volume level of the component is set too low. In this case, increase the volume.
• When you connect the component having the digital optical jack for digital audio output, please use a digital
optical plug/digital mini plug cord such as XN-210SA, XN-220SA and XN-230SA. (Not supplied)
• When you connect the LINE IN cord to a component having the jack size of ø6.3mm, please use the plug
adapter AP-113. (Not supplied)
• This unit only supports the sampling rate 44.1kHz and 48kHz for input signal. When you use a DVD player for
the source component, please set the output settings of the DVD player to 48kHz. When you play a sound
with the sampling rate 32kHz, please input using LINE IN cord.
• While inputting with digital optical signal, the beginning sound of the track may not come out. This is not a
malfunction.
• Digital input from a PC may not be performed accurately due to the connected component. In this case, use
LINE IN cord for input.
• Noise may be heard while fast-forwarding or fast-reversing a music source encoded with DTS. This is not a
malfunction.
“SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF
EQUIPMENT”
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to
meet international safety standards but, like any electrical
equiprnent, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best
results and safety is to be assured.
Do
read the operating instructions before you
attempt to use the equipment.
Do
ensure that all electrical connections (including the
mains plug, extension leads and inter-connections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made
and in accordance with the manufactuer’s
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug
when making or changing connections.
Do
consuit your dealer if you are ever in doubt about
the installation or operatation or safety of your
equipment.
Do
be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T
continue to operate the equipment if you are in
any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damaged in any way—switch off—withdraw
the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T
remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous volltages.
DON’T
leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended unless it is specifically stanted that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment
and make sure that your family know how to do
this. Special arrangements may need to be made
for infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T
use equipment such as personal stereos or radios
so that you are distracted from the requirements of
road safety. It is illegal to watch television when
driving.
DON’T
listen to headphones at high volume as such use
can permanently damage your hearing.
DON’T
obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for
example with curtains or on soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life
of the equipment.
DON’T
use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with
wood screws. To ensure complete safety always fit
the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the
fixing screws supplied according to the instructions.
DON’T
allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or
moisture.
ABOVE ALL
NEVER let anyone especially children push
anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the
case. This could result in a fatal electrical shock.
NEVER guess or make changes with electrical
equipment of any kind, it is better to be safe than
sorry!