Bryston SP1.7 Series - Manual (Page 34)

Party. The Party (Five-Channel Mono) Mode converts stereo input to a mono signal which is then distributed
to the five satellite channels.
Stereo5. The Stereo5 (Five-Channel Stereo) Mode converts stereo input to surround sound. The stereo signal
is distributed to the five satellite channels, creating a giant stereo image in your listening space.
(Please note that the apparent effect of the Surround Mode can be adjusted by altering the delay parameters and
channel volume of the centre, surrounds and back channel(s), using the appropriate menus).
NOTE: These music modes do NOT utilized the back surround speakers.
Remember there really are no “correct” settings that will work equally well for all kinds of music. You may need
to adjust the parameters and mode depending on the music material.
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