Set Balance - Cary Audio Design Cinema 12 Owner's Manual

MANUAL SOUND SETUP

SET BALANCE

This step adjusts the output level of each channel so that they are properly matched. This
must be done to ensure a correct presentation of multi-channel sound sources. The
adjustment must be as precise as possible, and it is almost impossible to accomplish by
ear. Therefore, we recommend you use a Sound Pressure Level meter. This device
insures that all loudspeaker levels are precisely matched and set accurately. (The Radio
Shack analog Sound Pressure Level meter is inexpensive and suitable for this task.)
NOTE: If for any reason you are not sure that you can accomplish this
calibration task or have any doubts as to how it should be done, please contact
Cary Audio Design's technical support group BEFORE attempting this process
(919-355-0010), or use Auto Setup.
On your analog SPL meter, set the meter to slow response, "C" weighting, and to the 70
dB sensitivity scale. Position the meter at the approximate center of your listening
position, at average ear height [approximately 40-46 inches (102-117cm)] with its
microphone positioned vertically (pointing at the ceiling). Don't aim the microphone at
the speakers, as this will produce inaccurate results. To proceed with the adjustments, you
will access the Channel Calibration menu shown below. Set all channels to 75 dB level.
NOTE: The following selected menus appear on the Cinema 12 Display:
MOVIE SPK Setting
Set Balance
To set the channel levels for your system:
1. Press the SETUP button to enter the SETUP MENU.
The "SETUP MENU / LISTENING PROFILES" menu appears on the front panel
display.
2. Press the OK button on the remote to enter the "LISTENING PROFILES" menu.
The "LISTENING PROFILES / MEMORY 1" menu appears on the front panel
display.
3. Press the OK button on the remote to enter the MOVIE "Set Speaker Config"
settings menu.
The "MOVIE SPK Setting / Set Speaker Config" menu appears on the front panel
display.
4. Press the button on the remote until you reach "SET BALANCE" on the front
panel display.
The "MOVIE SPK Setting / Set Balance" menu appears on the front panel
display.
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