Sound Modes; Selecting A Sound Mode - Pioneer VSX-C550 Operating Instructions Manual

Sound Modes

The Sound Modes allow you to add certain sound elements when playing all kinds of sources (two-channel/stereo
sources, Dolby Surround sources, Dolby Digital or DTS sources). They can be used in conjunction with the listening
modes explained on the previous page.
NATURAL
This mode flattens the total frequency output to make it match the characteristics of the small speakers. When
playing a multichannel source using the small speakers this setting corrects the frequency to achieve better theater-
like surround sound.
MIDNIGHT
This mode makes the softer sounds more audible and the louder sounds a bit softer so you can hear the entire
soundtrack, especially quiet sounds and dialog, with a good surround sound feeling when listening at low volumes.
QUIET
This mode reduces the bass and treble in the signal. It is best used when you feel sounds are too harsh or sharp and
would like to smooth them out.
BRIGHT
This mode is used for 2ch Stereo, and is only audible from the front speakers. It flattens the total frequency output to
make it match the characteristics of the front speakers. When playing two channel sources the bass trim often
becomes muddy and this mode offers clear, true sound in low and high frequencies.
S.BASS
This mode increases the bass in the signal and puts the beat of the music or soundtrack in the forefront.
OFF
No sound mode is applied.

Selecting a Sound Mode

The receiver has three tone effect types that you can add to the Listening mode you are using.
RECEIVER
SIGNAL SELECT
DVD TV / SAT FRONT
FM / AM
DVR/ VCR
AUTO SURROUND ADVANCED
SETUP TEST TONE CH_SELECT
MUTE
MASTER
VOLUME
TOP MENU DISPLAY T.EDIT
TUNE
P
ST
ENTER
AUDIO
TUNE
EON
P
SOURCE
SLEEP
DIMMER
SOUND
1-2
MODE
ROOM
SETUP
ENTER
MENU
MENU
ST
SUBTITLE
RF ATT
GUIDE
1 Press
SOUND MODE
2 Cycle through the different possibilities
using the
SOUND MODE
the one you want.
Refer to above for more details about each sound mode.
• The default setting is NATURAL.
• Each playback component can be set independently and
retains its sound mode when another component is being
used.
• When you choose VIRTUAL mode (page 33) you can't
select a Sound mode.
• When inputting a 96 kHz PCM signal you can't select a
Sound mode.
Playback Modes
.
button and select
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