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of Switzerland of Switzerland Dominating Entertainment. Revox of Switzerland . Re:source 5. 1 D ecoder M odule MK3[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 1[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 2 Contents 5.1 Decoder Module Installation 5.1 Decoder connections Line outputs Digital inputs Edit source name 5.1 Decoder menu Room sound programs Sound field description Stereo-Pure Analogue Amplifier Sub-menu A) Level setting Adjusting the Subwoofer Level resetting B) Bass and treble C) Dynamic range D) Lipsync De[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 3 5.1 Decoder Module The 5.1 Decoder module forms the core of the M51 ’s audio processing with all functions, which the puristic Stereo and the inspired home cinema listener expects. It monitors and controls all the audio signals; it generates all the home cinema signals and sends them on to the outputs. You can use[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 4 Installation The 5.1 Decoder plug-in card has the most modern technology on it and should be handled with care. Before you start to install the card, the M51 must be switched off and the power plug must be removed from the power socket. Slot 7 is reserved for the Decoder module, right next to the speaker connections[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 5 5.1 Decoder connections O U T P U TS DIGITAL IN SURROUND SUB L L 3 2 1 R R CEN TE R - RE V OX 3 Line outputs The 5.1 Decoder offers 6 line outputs where audio signals are available in 5.1 format. The following is an overview of the individual signals: OUTPUT L Line output for the left-hand front channel OUTP[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 6 These line outputs are used to supply external outputs. In the same way, active speakers can be connected. In Home cinema operation, the active subwoofer is principally controlled by the SUB output. The level of the 6 line outputs is controlled synchronously to the total volume. L Active loudspeakers are speakers wi[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 7 Edit source name The 5.1 Decoder Module offers you the option to select your own name for the inputs. In this way, you no longer have to remember which external device you have connected to which input. You can label it accordingly. Select the digital source in the SOURCE menu whose name you want to change. You call[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 8 5.1 Decoder menu As the 5.1 Decoder module is the central unit for the processing of audio signals, this module has been assigned its own function key, namely the large key labelled as Amplifier on the front of the M51 . L The five large buttons on the front of the M51 are shown as Setup Source Amplifier Pow er Disc[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 9 Sound field description Pro Logic II is a further development of Dolby Pro Logic and was developed especially for the surround-sound playback of pure stereo sources, alongside the other well-known decoding of Pro Logic sound material (mainly films). With Pro Logic II , this part handles the Music sound field, with t[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 10 Music With pure stereo music recordings, the Music mode delivers a new level of live atmosphere, which satisfies the most discerning listener. You can set up every conceivable combination of settings using the Center Width , Dimension and Panorama parameters. The choice of parameters is made through the second Menu[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 11 Matrix This parameter primarily increases the surround effect for programmes sources recorded in stereo sound, by using an elaborate Dolby Matrix decoder. Spatial This is a living sound picture, which was developed in the Revox sound studios. It emulates a small hall where you might expect to hear some live[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 12 Amplifier sub-menu The sound fields have different sub-menus where you can define your specific sound requirements. Not each sub- menu is available for all sound fields. A) B) C) D) E) You can get to the Amplifier sub-menu by pressing the menu softkey or by repeated pressing of the Amplifier key. E) Description P. [...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 13 A) Adjusting the Subwoofer Unlike the normal passive speakers that are connected to the M51 speaker outputs, active subwoofers have their own volume control. To set the correct basic volume, you should first bring the subwoofer level to the neutral mid-position with the Reset key. Then you should adjust the volume [...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 14 B) Bass and treble As well as the sound field settings, you also have the option of increasing or decreasing the bass and treble levels in the range of ± 12dB. This option is only available with the sound fields Stereo , X-Stereo and Spatial . You can access the bass/ treble menu by pressing the Menu softkey twice[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 15 D) Lipsync Delay Using the Lipsync Delay setting, you can modify the timing of the audio signal, to allow for the time delay of the video signal caused by the system. Because of the digital calculations required for the picture signal in the plasma or LCD screen, the sound signal can get ahead of the picture signal[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 16 Amplifier Setup Using the Setup menu, you can adapt your loudspeakers to the optimum acoustics with the M51 . This menu is called by pressing and holding the Setup key for some 2 seconds and then pressing the Amplifier key in the display that follows. Now you are in the 5.1 Decoder Setup menu. Speaker configuration[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 17 1 Large The speaker receives the full frequency range. This is the right setting for speakers whose bass speaker has a diameter of at least 12cm and as a result can reproduce frequencies under 80 Hz. Frequency response: Large 2 Small The speaker only receives frequencies above 80 Hz. This is the right setting for s[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 18 3 None The setting None deactivates the speaker output. There is no signal at the output available. This setting is selected if you want to work without this speaker. This setting is only available for the Center and rear surround speakers. Speakers with the setting None do not appear in the amplifier menu. In the [...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 19 Speaker settings Main speaker The settings Large, Small and Digital are available here. Optically, the status of the speakers is shown in the display with the symbol or . Center speaker The Center can also be configured as Large , Small or None . With the None setting, the Center signal is split between the two fro[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 20 Subwoofer Sur. and Stereo This mode is recommended if the active subwoofer should work with multi-channel reproduction ( DSP Spatial, Dolby Pro Logic, e.g.) and in Pure Stereo operation. Such a setting is particularly beneficial if the other speakers can produce bass tones, but only within a limited range. Main com[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 21 Subwoofer None This mode should be selected if no subwoofer is available. In this case, the main speakers must be capable of reproducing the deepest bass sounds. This is particularly necessary in the action scenes of DVD films in order to achieve the maximum live atmosphere. Quit To quit the Subw oofer menu, simply[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 22 Setting the levels on passive speakers The signal from each individual speaker can be heard for about 3 seconds. During this time, you can set the optimum volume in a range of ± 10 dB, using the rotary volume control or the remote control. The activated speaker is shown dark. The goal The aim of this exercise is t[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 23 Speaker distances Distance selection between the listening position and the indi- vidual speakers. The M51 offers the option to make sure that the acoustic signal reaches you at the right time at the listening position. Here, the M51 needs to know the exact distance from the speaker to the listener. Main speaker di[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 24 Surround speaker distance As opposed to the main speakers, the rear surround speakers can be set at different distances from the listener. By pressing the Distance softkey one more time, you can set up first the right and then the left rear surround speaker. Also here, you use the rotary control knob to set the dis[...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 25 Adjusting amplifier power The M51 can be equipped with two outputs with different power levels; either an analogue output [5 x 60 watt] or the more powerful digital alternative [5 x 200 watt]. If you want to connect speakers to the digital output, which are not set up for this power level, there is a menu point in [...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 26 Technical data Formats: Dolby Prologic II, Dolby Digital (AC3), dts MPEG 1 Layer 2, MPEG 2 with/ without extension MP3 Inputs: Digital In 1 SPDIFF 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Coaxial1 (Cinch) Digital In 2 SPDIFF 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Coaxial2 (Cinch) Digital In 3 SPDIFF 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Optical (TOSLink) Analogue outputs: Front L [...]
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5.1 Decoder Module 3 Re:source 27 Notes Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. „Dolby“, „Pro-Logic“. „Dolby Digital “ and the double D- Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Digital Theatre Systems, Inc. US Pat No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issues and pending. „dts“, ?[...]