Sony 480p Operating Instructions Manual page 71

NORMAL SURROUND
Software with 2 channel audio signals is
decoded with the Dolby Surround (Pro Logic)
decoder to create surround effects. The rear
speakers will emit identical monaural sounds.
If you are using a center speaker, the
appropriate sounds for the center speaker will
be delivered.
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ENHANCED SURROUND
Provides a greater sense of presence from a
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) source with a
monaural rear channel signal. Produces a
stereo like effect in the rear channels.
VIRTUAL REAR SHIFT
Shifts the sound of the rear speakers away
from the actual speaker position.
The shift position differs according to
"REAR" or "SIDE" setting of the rear
speakers (page 92).
REAR
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SIDE
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VIRTUAL MULTI REAR
Creates an array of virtual rear speakers from
a single set of actual rear speakers.
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RS
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RS
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RS
The position of the virtual rear speakers
differs according to "REAR" or "SIDE"
settng of the rear speakers (page 92).
REAR
L
LS
SIDE
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LS
VIRTUAL MULTI DIMENSION
Creates an array of virtual rear speaker
positions higher than the listener from a
single set of actual rear speakers.
This mode creates five sets of virtual speakers
surrounding the listener at approximately 30º
of elevation. The effect differs according to
"REAR" or "SIDE" setting of the rear
speakers (page 92).
REAR
L
LS
SIDE
L
LS
R
RS
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RS
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RS
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RS
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