Pioneer VSX-D510 - Manual (Page 20)

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Sound Modes
Learning about the Sound Modes
The sound modes are explained here.
There are two cinema modes: STANDARD, and ADVANCED THEATER. These are designed to be used with multi
channel surround sound audio/visual sources (like DVDs and LDs). Intrinsic to home theater, these modes can deliver
realistic and powerful surround sound that recreates the movie theater experience. You may need to experiment with
them to see which settings suit your home system and personal tastes.
The DSP and STEREO modes are designed to be used with music sources but some DSP modes are also suited for
film soundtracks. Again, try different settings with various soundtracks to see which you like.
2 /DTS STANDARD mode
This mode is for pure decoding of Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Surround soundtracks. No special effects are added.
It is good for enjoying movies that have been recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS or Dolby Surround.
You can identify Dolby Digital software by the 1 or
marks. Most Dolby Surround software is
marked 3, but unmarked software may also incorporate Dolby Surround.
ADVANCED THEATER modes
MUSICAL
Simulates the acoustic environment of a large concert hall and is suitable for music or musical sources marked 1
( ) or R .
DRAMA
Simulates the relaxed environment of a classic medium size movie theater, and is suitable for watching dramas on
sources marked 1 ( ) or R .
ACTION
Simulates the acoustic environment of a modern large movie theater. You can enjoy the power and dynamics of
motion picture audio which is suitable for action movies on sources marked 1 , or R .
EXPANDED
This mode is especially designed to give sound depth to stereo sources. The overall effect builds a dynamic and broad
sound space, allowing two-channel (stereo) signals to faithfully imitate a five speaker sound. Use with Dolby Pro
Logic for a stereo surround effect. You can also use with Dolby Digital sources for a wider stereo field than
STANDARD mode.
DSP modes
The DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes allow you to transform your living room into a variety of different sonic
environments when playing standard (two-channel) stereo sources, Dolby Pro Logic sources, and Dolby Digital sources.
DSP function does not work with the speakers set to off.
HALL 1
Simulates the acoustic environment of a large wooden concert hall. Complex delay of reflected sounds coupled with
reverberation effects create a dynamic and beautiful sound characteristic of an orchestra performing in a concert hall,
making it suitable for classical music.
HALL 2
Simulates the acoustic environment of a stone concert hall. The rich reverberations and natural fullness of the sound
create the auditory impression of being in a concert hall, making it suitable for classical music.
JAZZ
Simulates the acoustic environment of a jazz club. Less delay on the reflected sounds emphasizes the sensation of
hearing a live band.
DANCE
Simulates the acoustic environment and strong bass sound of a nightclub. A short delay on the reflected sounds
emulates the raw power of dance music.
THEATER 1
Adjusts the delay of the reflected sound to simulate the acoustic environment of a medium sized movie theater.
THEATER 2
Simulates the acoustic environment of a theater while maintaining proper localization of each channel.