Updating of Listening Modes

Listening modes such as Atmos 2.0 and DSur 2.0 are added when the firmware is updated after purchase or the firmware is switched in the product production process. 

 

AllCh Stereo

This mode is ideal for background music. Stereo sound is played through the
surround speakers as well as the front speakers, creating a stereo image.

 

Direct

This listening mode can be selected for all input signals. Processing that affects sound quality is shut down, and sound closer to the original is reproduced. The sound is reproduced with the sound field based on the number of channels in the input signal. For example, a 2 ch signal is output only from the front speakers.  Note that the sound adjustment is not available when this mode is selected.

 

Atmos

(Firmware version before supporting Atmos 2.0, etc.)

Selectable at the time of inputting Dolby Atmos audio format when height speakers are connected. This mode faithfully reproduces the stereophonic sound design recorded in the Dolby Atmos audio format.  Unlike existing surround systems, Dolby Atmos does not rely on channels, but rather enables the accurate placement of sound objects that have independent motion in a 3D space with even greater clarity. Dolby Atmos is an optional audio format for Blu-ray Discs and achieves a more stereophonic sound field by
introducing a sound field above the listener.

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set the audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

Atmos

(Firmware version supporting Atmos 2.0, etc.)

Since this mode calculates the positional data of audio recorded in Dolby Atmos audio in real-time and outputs it from appropriate speakers, you can enjoy the natural and stereophonic sound field of Dolby Atmos with any speaker layout including connection of only front speakers. Also, the Dolby Atmos sound design can be reproduced more faithfully by connecting height speakers. You can select this mode when inputting the Dolby Atmos audio format.

Unlike existing surround systems, Dolby Atmos does not rely on channels, but rather enables the accurate placement of sound objects that have independent motion in a 3D space with even greater clarity. Dolby Atmos is an optional audio format for Blu-ray Discs and achieves a more stereophonic sound field by
introducing a sound field above the listener.

According to the speaker layout, the following listening modes are displayed.

– Atmos 2.0/2.1: When only front speakers are installed
– Atmos 3.0/3.1: When front speakers and center speaker are installed
– Atmos 4.0/4.1: When front speakers and surround speakers are installed
– Atmos 5.0/5.1: When front speakers, center speaker and surround speakers are installed
– Atmos 2.0.2/2.1.2: When front speakers and height speakers are installed
– Atmos 3.0.2/3.1.2: When front speakers, center speaker and height speakers are installed

 

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set the audio output on the player to Bitstream output.
• When "Speaker Virtualizer" ( p73) is set to "Off" (Default: On), modes other than Atmos cannot be selected.

DD (Dolby Audio - DD)

This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the Dolby Digital audio format.  Dolby Digital is a multi-channel digital format developed by Dolby Laboratories, Inc. and is widely adopted for use in movie production. It is also a standard audio format for DVD-Video and Blu-ray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 5.1 channels on a DVD-Video or Blu-ray Disc; two front channels, one center channel, two surround channels, and the LFE channel dedicated to the bass region (sound elements for the subwoofer).

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via a digital cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

DD+ (Dolby Audio - DD+)

This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the Dolby Digital Plus audio format.  The Dolby Digital Plus format has been improved based on Dolby Digital, increasing the number of channels and endeavoring to improve sound quality by giving more flexibility in data bit rates. Dolby Digital Plus is an optional audio format based on 5.1 ch for Blu-ray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 7.1 channels with additional channels such as the surround back channel.

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

DSur (Dolby Audio - Surr)

(Firmware version before supporting DSur 2.0, etc.)

This listening mode expands actual channels to more channels for playback according to the configuration of the connected speakers by expanding the input signals from 2 ch to 5.1 ch.

• This mode cannot be selected when DTS signal is input.

DSur (Dolby Audio - Surr)

(Firmware version supporting DSur 2.0, etc.)

This listening mode expands 2 ch input signals to 5.1 ch. This mode expands actual channels to more channels for playback according to the configuration of the connected speakers. Also, even if there is no speaker for expansion, for example when only front speakers are connected, audio of surround channel or
height channel is virtually created for expansion playback.

• This mode cannot be selected when DTS signal is input.  According to the speaker layout, the following listening modes are displayed.
  
  – DSur 2.0/2.1: When only front speakers are installed
  – DSur 3.0/3.1: When front speakers and center speaker are installed
  – DSur 4.0/4.1: When front speakers and surround speakers are installed
  – DSur 5.0/5.1: When front speakers, center speaker and surround speakers are installed
  – DSur 2.0.2/2.1.2: When front speakers and height speakers are installed
  – DSur 3.0.2/3.1.2: When front speakers, center speaker and height speakers are installed

 

• When "Speaker Virtualizer" ( p73) is set to "Off" (Default: On), modes other than DSur cannot be selected.

DTHD (Dolby Audio - TrueHD)

This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the Dolby TrueHD audio format.  The Dolby TrueHD audio format is a "lossless" format expanded based on the lossless compression technology referred to as MLP, and it faithfully reproduces the master audio recorded in the studio. Dolby TrueHD is an optional audio format based on 5.1 ch for Blu-ray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 
7.1 channels with additional channels such as the surround back channel. 7.1 ch is recorded at 96 kHz/24 bit, and 5.1 ch is recorded at 192 kHz/24 bit.

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

DSD

This mode is suitable for playing sources recorded in DSD.

• This unit supports the DSD signal input from the HDMI input terminal.  However, depending on the connected player, better sound may be obtained by setting the output on the player side to the PCM output.
• This listening mode cannot be selected if the output setting on your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is not set to DSD.

DTS

This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS audio format.  The DTS audio format is a multi-channel digital format developed by DTS, Inc.  This format is an optional audio format for DVD-Video and a standard format for Blu-ray Discs.It enables recording of 5.1 channels; two front channels, one center channel, two surround channels, and the LFE channel dedicated to the bass region (sound elements for the subwoofer). The content is recorded with a rich volume of data, with a maximum sampling rate of 48 kHz, at a resolution of 24 bits and a bit rate of 1.5 Mbps.

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via a digital cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.
• DTS 96/24
  This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS 96/24 audio format.  The DTS 96/24 format is an optional audio format for DVD-Video and Blu-ray Discs. It enables recording of 5.1 channels; two front channels, one center channel, two surround channels, and the LFE channel dedicated to the bass region (sound elements for the subwoofer). Detailed reproduction is achieved by recording the content at a sampling rate of 96 kHz and at a resolution of 24 bits.
• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via a digital cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

DTS Express

This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS Express audio format.  DTS Express is an optional audio format based on 5.1 ch for Blu-ray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 7.1 channels with additional channels such as the surround back channel. It also supports low bit rates.

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

DTS-HD HR (DTS-HD High Resolution)

This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS-HD High Resolution Audio audio format.  DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an optional audio format based on 5.1 ch for Blu-ray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 7.1 channels with additional channels such as the surround back channel at a sampling rate of 96 kHz and at a resolution of 24 bits.

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

DTS-HD MSTR (DTS-HD Master Audio)

This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS-HD Master Audio audio format.  DTS-HD Master Audio is an optional audio format based on 5.1 ch for Bluray Discs. It is possible to record a maximum of 7.1 channels with additional channels such as the surround back channel using the lossless audio reproduction technology. 96 kHz/24 bit is supported for 7.1 ch, and 192 kHz/24 bit is supported for 5.1 ch.

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

DTS Neural:X

This listening mode expands actual channels to more channels for playback to suit the configuration of the connected speakers by expanding the input signals from 2 channels to 5.1 channels.

• This mode cannot be selected when Dolby signal is input.

DTS Virtual:X

DTS Virtual:X listening mode uses the proprietary audio processing technology to create spacious 3D sound including audio from up above without connecting height speakers.  This mode can be selected in any speaker layout such as front speakers-only connection. You can enjoy your favorite movies or TV programs with a more immersive audio experience.

• This mode cannot be selected when Dolby signal is input or height speakers are connected.
• This mode cannot be selected when "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off" (Default: On).

DTS:X

This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS:X audio format.  The DTS:X audio format is a combination of the mixing method based on traditional channel based formats (5.1 ch and 7.1 ch) and object based dynamic audio mixing, and it is characterized by the precise positioning of sounds and the ability to express sound movement.

• To enable transfer of this audio format, connect via an HDMI cable and set audio output on the player to Bitstream output.

Full Mono

In this mode, all speakers output the same sound in mono, so the sound you hear is the same regardless of where you are within the listening room.

 

Mono

In this mode, monaural audio is played from the center speaker at the time of inputting an analog signal or PCM signal. If there is no center speaker connected, monaural audio is played from the front speakers.

 

Multich (Multichannel)

This mode is suitable to play sources recorded in multichannel PCM.

 

Orchestra

This mode is suitable for classical or operatic music. This mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the sound image, and simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall.

 

Surround Enhancer*

This mode allows you to enjoy sound with a rich sound field, enveloping you naturally without relying on reflections from walls. A virtual surround channel is created to give you a broader sound field.

• This mode cannot be selected when DTS signal is input.
• This mode cannot be selected when "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off" (Default: On).
  
  * This function will become unavailable for selection if the firmware is updated after purchase or the firmware is switched in the product production process. For details of firmware update, see "Additional Function (Firmware Update)".

Stereo

In this mode, sound is output from the right and left front speakers and subwoofer.

 

Studio-Mix

This mode is suitable for rock or pop music. This mode creates a lively sound field with a powerful acoustic image as if you are at a club or rock concert.

 

T-D (Theater-Dimensional)

In this mode, you can enjoy a virtual playback of multichannel surround sound even with only two or three speakers. This works by controlling how sounds reach the listener’s left and right ears.

• This mode cannot be selected when "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off" (Default: On).

TV Logic

Suitable for TV shows produced in a TV studio. This mode gives clarity to voices by enhancing the entire surround sounds, and creates a realistic acoustic image.

 

Unplugged

Suitable for acoustic instruments, vocals and jazz. This mode emphasizes the front sound field image, giving the impression of being in front of the stage.