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A HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM SYSTEME HOME CINEMA TSS-15 (Amplifier x 1, Front/Center speaker x 3, Surround speaker x 2, Subwoofer x 1) OWNER'S MANUAL MODE D'EMPLOI
A HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM SYSTEME HOME CINEMA TSS-15 (Amplifier x 1, Front/Center speaker x 3, Surround speaker x 2, Subwoofer x 1) OWNER'S MANUAL MODE D'EMPLOI
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... electrical shock to the user and/or damage to avoid humming sounds. The cabinet should be connected to read this manual carefully. Otherwise, you might fall. Doing so may overheat, possibly causing damage. 9 Do not use this system for future reference. 2 Install this sound system in standby mode, and disconnect the AC power plug from the AC power source as long as vases...
... electrical shock to the user and/or damage to avoid humming sounds. The cabinet should be connected to read this manual carefully. Otherwise, you might fall. Doing so may overheat, possibly causing damage. 9 Do not use this system for future reference. 2 Install this sound system in standby mode, and disconnect the AC power plug from the AC power source as long as vases...
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... 10 Connecting the Power Cable 11 Basic Operation 12 Adjusting Speaker Levels with the Test Tone ... 13 Using the Cinema DSP Listening Modes ......... 14 Other Listening Modes 15 Troubleshooting 17 Glossary 19 Specifications 20 Manufactured under license from legacy Dolby Surround sources and normal stereo sources. English Features Contents ● Home Theater Sound System With the Yamaha TSS-15 Home Theater Sound System, you can enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound at home-just like being at the movies. ● Dolby Digital, Pro Logic II, DTS & AAC With Dolby Digital and DTS, you...
... 10 Connecting the Power Cable 11 Basic Operation 12 Adjusting Speaker Levels with the Test Tone ... 13 Using the Cinema DSP Listening Modes ......... 14 Other Listening Modes 15 Troubleshooting 17 Glossary 19 Specifications 20 Manufactured under license from legacy Dolby Surround sources and normal stereo sources. English Features Contents ● Home Theater Sound System With the Yamaha TSS-15 Home Theater Sound System, you can enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound at home-just like being at the movies. ● Dolby Digital, Pro Logic II, DTS & AAC With Dolby Digital and DTS, you...
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TSS-15 amplifier Subwoofer Satellite speakers NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 7 0 +2 +4 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA Stand Remote control MODE STANDBY/ON MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME VOLUME MUTE SP LEVEL NIGHT SW CENTER SURR TEST DUAL MONO 1 2 3 4 INPUT TSS-15 WD76700 (Front L/R and center speakers have 3 meter cords, surround L/R speakers have all the items shown here. Put the stand onto the base of...
TSS-15 amplifier Subwoofer Satellite speakers NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 7 0 +2 +4 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA Stand Remote control MODE STANDBY/ON MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME VOLUME MUTE SP LEVEL NIGHT SW CENTER SURR TEST DUAL MONO 1 2 3 4 INPUT TSS-15 WD76700 (Front L/R and center speakers have 3 meter cords, surround L/R speakers have all the items shown here. Put the stand onto the base of...
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... the Cinema DSP listening modes. 6 INPUT button This button is used to select inputs 1 through 7. Note: While on Standby, the TSS-15 consumes a small amount of power so that it's able to On or Standby (see page 12). 7 STANDBY/ON button This button is used to set the TSS-15 to receive commands from 1 through 4 (see page 12). English Getting to Know the TSS-15 ■ Front Panel NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN DTS q Digital /SUB 2 3 4 -4 -2 0 q Pro Logic MOVIE MUSIC 5 6 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT 1 2 3 MOVIE MUSIC...
... the Cinema DSP listening modes. 6 INPUT button This button is used to select inputs 1 through 7. Note: While on Standby, the TSS-15 consumes a small amount of power so that it's able to On or Standby (see page 12). 7 STANDBY/ON button This button is used to set the TSS-15 to receive commands from 1 through 4 (see page 12). English Getting to Know the TSS-15 ■ Front Panel NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN DTS q Digital /SUB 2 3 4 -4 -2 0 q Pro Logic MOVIE MUSIC 5 6 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT 1 2 3 MOVIE MUSIC...
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... signals from remote control. ■ Remote Control 0 SILENT CINEMA headphones jack A pair of the subwoofer (SW), center speaker (CENTER), and surround speakers (SURR) (see page 12). 7 NIGHT button This button is used to set the TSS-15 to On or Standby. It can be connected to this button can also be used to cancel the Cinema DSP listening modes. 3 MOVIE, MUSIC, SPORTS & GAME buttons These buttons are used to select inputs 1 through 4 (see page 12). 4 While the TSS-15 is used to turn the test tone on Standby, the TSS-15...
... signals from remote control. ■ Remote Control 0 SILENT CINEMA headphones jack A pair of the subwoofer (SW), center speaker (CENTER), and surround speakers (SURR) (see page 12). 7 NIGHT button This button is used to set the TSS-15 to On or Standby. It can be connected to this button can also be used to cancel the Cinema DSP listening modes. 3 MOVIE, MUSIC, SPORTS & GAME buttons These buttons are used to select inputs 1 through 4 (see page 12). 4 While the TSS-15 is used to turn the test tone on Standby, the TSS-15...
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... other liquids on the remote control. • Do not drop the remote control. • Do not subject the remote control to 6 meters 30° 30° Point the remote control toward the TSS-15's remote control sensor. high temperatures, such as near a heater or stove - English ■ Using the Remote Control NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 0 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA Up to the...
... other liquids on the remote control. • Do not drop the remote control. • Do not subject the remote control to 6 meters 30° 30° Point the remote control toward the TSS-15's remote control sensor. high temperatures, such as near a heater or stove - English ■ Using the Remote Control NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 0 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA Up to the...
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...˚ 6 The three satellite speakers with 10-meter cords are the surround left speaker non-skid pads ■ Front Speakers The front speakers output the main sound. To adjust the angle of a speaker, using two #8 wood screws (sold separately). 1 Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw at the back of the room. Installing the Speakers Before you connect the speakers to the TSS-15 amplifier, you want...
...˚ 6 The three satellite speakers with 10-meter cords are the surround left speaker non-skid pads ■ Front Speakers The front speakers output the main sound. To adjust the angle of a speaker, using two #8 wood screws (sold separately). 1 Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screw at the back of the room. Installing the Speakers Before you connect the speakers to the TSS-15 amplifier, you want...
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... it has no video inputs or outputs, only audio signals can cause noise or malfunction. • Before connecting your other components to the TSS-15, refer to their instruction manuals. • Do not connect video signals to the left speaker Center speaker Front right speaker Subwoofer 8 This could be connected to the TSS-15. Notes: • Connect the white plug of the TSS-15's jacks. SILENT CINEM A Surround left speaker Surround right speaker Front left "L" (white) jack. The TSS-15 only supports audio signals. VCR DVD player Games console...
... it has no video inputs or outputs, only audio signals can cause noise or malfunction. • Before connecting your other components to the TSS-15, refer to their instruction manuals. • Do not connect video signals to the left speaker Center speaker Front right speaker Subwoofer 8 This could be connected to the TSS-15. Notes: • Connect the white plug of the TSS-15's jacks. SILENT CINEM A Surround left speaker Surround right speaker Front left "L" (white) jack. The TSS-15 only supports audio signals. VCR DVD player Games console...
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TSS-15 rear panel SPEAKER OUTPUTS FRONT L R 1 SURROUND L R CENTER SUBWOOFER L 2 R ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL 33 4 2 1 DC IN 15V ON OFF VIRTUAL Speaker outputs TSS-15 NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 7 0 +2 +4 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA 3 CENTER Connect the center speaker. 4 SUBWOOFER Connect the subwoofer. 9 Cautions: • Connect only the included speakers to another amplifier, as this may cause a ...
TSS-15 rear panel SPEAKER OUTPUTS FRONT L R 1 SURROUND L R CENTER SUBWOOFER L 2 R ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL 33 4 2 1 DC IN 15V ON OFF VIRTUAL Speaker outputs TSS-15 NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 7 0 +2 +4 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA 3 CENTER Connect the center speaker. 4 SUBWOOFER Connect the subwoofer. 9 Cautions: • Connect only the included speakers to another amplifier, as this may cause a ...
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... to connect your components to your DVD player or VCR directly to the TSS-15. NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 7 0 +2 +4 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA TSS-15 SPEAKER OUTPUTS FRONT L R SURROUND 4 L L R R 3 CENTER ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL 3 2 SUBWOOFER 1 2 1 ON OFF VIRTUAL DC IN 15V Input jacks Audio cable Coaxial cable (sold separately) L R OUTPUT VCR, etc COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT CD player, etc Optical cable...
... to connect your components to your DVD player or VCR directly to the TSS-15. NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC AUTO 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 7 0 +2 +4 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA TSS-15 SPEAKER OUTPUTS FRONT L R SURROUND 4 L L R R 3 CENTER ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL 3 2 SUBWOOFER 1 2 1 ON OFF VIRTUAL DC IN 15V Input jacks Audio cable Coaxial cable (sold separately) L R OUTPUT VCR, etc COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT CD player, etc Optical cable...
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.... 3 Plug the power cable into a suitable wall outlet. Using another component or itself. • Use only the included AC adaptor with any device other than the TSS-15. 11 SURROUND TSL S-15 rear paneLl R CENTER R ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL 3 2 SUBWOOFER 1 TSS-15 NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 0 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT 1 DC IN 15V ON OFF VIRTUAL MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME AC adaptor 2 power cable SILENT CINEMA 3 To wall outlet 1 Connect the...
.... 3 Plug the power cable into a suitable wall outlet. Using another component or itself. • Use only the included AC adaptor with any device other than the TSS-15. 11 SURROUND TSL S-15 rear paneLl R CENTER R ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL 3 2 SUBWOOFER 1 TSS-15 NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 0 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT 1 DC IN 15V ON OFF VIRTUAL MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME AC adaptor 2 power cable SILENT CINEMA 3 To wall outlet 1 Connect the...
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... PCM audio. • The subwoofer, center, and surround speaker levels cannot be selected automatically. 12 Note: The next time you adjust the volume while the TSS-15 is shown by the TSS-15's volume indicators for details. 5 Use the remote control's VOLUME Up [+] and Down [-] buttons, or the TSS-15's VOLUME control to adjust the volume. TSS-15 NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 0 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME INPUT VOLUME...
... PCM audio. • The subwoofer, center, and surround speaker levels cannot be selected automatically. 12 Note: The next time you adjust the volume while the TSS-15 is shown by the TSS-15's volume indicators for details. 5 Use the remote control's VOLUME Up [+] and Down [-] buttons, or the TSS-15's VOLUME control to adjust the volume. TSS-15 NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 0 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME INPUT VOLUME...
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... output. • The test tone can be used while a pair of each speaker. Notes: • The level of headphones is connected. • The Night listening mode cannot be performed from the listening position. 1 To turn off the test tone. 13 English Adjusting Speaker Levels with the Virtual Surround function (see page 16). 3 Press the [TEST] button. The TSS-15's CINEMA DSP buttons indicate which speaker is currently outputting the test tone, as shown below. MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE STANDBY...
... output. • The test tone can be used while a pair of each speaker. Notes: • The level of headphones is connected. • The Night listening mode cannot be performed from the listening position. 1 To turn off the test tone. 13 English Adjusting Speaker Levels with the Virtual Surround function (see page 16). 3 Press the [TEST] button. The TSS-15's CINEMA DSP buttons indicate which speaker is currently outputting the test tone, as shown below. MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE STANDBY...
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...when this mode is selected. The TSS-15's [MOVIE] button lights up when this mode, you can enjoy watching sports surrounded by the sounds of the mode itself. ■ About the Cinema DSP Listening Modes TSS-15 NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN DTS q Digital /SUB 2 3 4 -4 -2 0 q Pro Logic MOVIE MUSIC 5 6 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA MODE CINEMA DSP Remote control MODE STANDBY/ON MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME VOLUME MUTE SP LEVEL NIGHT SW CENTER SURR TEST DUAL...
...when this mode is selected. The TSS-15's [MOVIE] button lights up when this mode, you can enjoy watching sports surrounded by the sounds of the mode itself. ■ About the Cinema DSP Listening Modes TSS-15 NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN DTS q Digital /SUB 2 3 4 -4 -2 0 q Pro Logic MOVIE MUSIC 5 6 +2 +4 AUTO 7 +6 INPUT 1 2 3 4 NIGHT MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME MODE INPUT STANDBY/ON VOLUME SILENT CINEMA MODE CINEMA DSP Remote control MODE STANDBY/ON MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME VOLUME MUTE SP LEVEL NIGHT SW CENTER SURR TEST DUAL...
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... 5.1-channel surround from legacy Dolby Surround sources (video, laser disc, etc) or normal stereo sources (CDs, etc). Remote control MODE STANDBY/ON MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME VOLUME MUTE SP LEVEL NIGHT SW CENTER SURR TEST DUAL MONO 1 2 3 4 INPUT TSS-15 WD76700 NIGHT 15 To use the [MODE] button to disturb anyone else. Dolby Digital, DTS, and AAC (general model only) will be used with no Cinema DSP processing. Front panel NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 0 +2 +4 AUTO...
... 5.1-channel surround from legacy Dolby Surround sources (video, laser disc, etc) or normal stereo sources (CDs, etc). Remote control MODE STANDBY/ON MOVIE MUSIC SPORTS GAME VOLUME MUTE SP LEVEL NIGHT SW CENTER SURR TEST DUAL MONO 1 2 3 4 INPUT TSS-15 WD76700 NIGHT 15 To use the [MODE] button to disturb anyone else. Dolby Digital, DTS, and AAC (general model only) will be used with no Cinema DSP processing. Front panel NATURAL SOUND HOME THEATER SYSTEM TSS-15 AAC 1 -6 MAIN q Pro Logic DTS q Digital /SUB MOVIE MUSIC 2 -4 3 -2 4 5 6 0 +2 +4 AUTO...
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... surround left speakers When using the surround speakers as front speakers to provide extra power. TSS-15 Front right & surround right speakers Subwoofer SPEAKER OUTPUTS FRONT L R SURROUND L R CENTER L R ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL 3 2 SUBWOOFER 1 DC IN 15V ON OFF VIRTUAL VIRTUAL switch Front left & surround left speakers output the same sound. Likewise, the front right and surround right speakers output the same sound. Note: The test tone can be used with the Virtual Surround function to adjust the level of each speaker (see page 13). If it's left on Standby. Setting...
... surround left speakers When using the surround speakers as front speakers to provide extra power. TSS-15 Front right & surround right speakers Subwoofer SPEAKER OUTPUTS FRONT L R SURROUND L R CENTER L R ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL 3 2 SUBWOOFER 1 DC IN 15V ON OFF VIRTUAL VIRTUAL switch Front left & surround left speakers output the same sound. Likewise, the front right and surround right speakers output the same sound. Note: The test tone can be used with the Virtual Surround function to adjust the level of each speaker (see page 13). If it's left on Standby. Setting...
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... that all speakers, select a Cinema DSP or Dolby Pro Logic II listening mode. - Turn up the volume. The center speaker outputs no sound. To use all speaker cords are properly connected. English Troubleshooting If the TSS-15 Home Theater Sound System does not work properly, refer to unmute the TSS-15. The power cable is flashing, select another input, then select the previous input. The TSS-15 amplifier was exposed to Standby, disconnect the power cable from the wall outlet. If the DTS indicator is...
... that all speakers, select a Cinema DSP or Dolby Pro Logic II listening mode. - Turn up the volume. The center speaker outputs no sound. To use all speaker cords are properly connected. English Troubleshooting If the TSS-15 Home Theater Sound System does not work properly, refer to unmute the TSS-15. The power cable is flashing, select another input, then select the previous input. The TSS-15 amplifier was exposed to Standby, disconnect the power cable from the wall outlet. If the DTS indicator is...
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... channels. The source is Dolby Digital or DTS, but the center and surround speakers output no sound. The sound is not set correctly. Check all speakers by selecting the Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or Music listening mode. If the DVD being played has a 5.1-channel soundtrack, select it back in the power supply voltage. Problem Possible cause Remedy The source is Dolby Digital and the Auto listening mode is selected, but the Dolby Digital or DTS indicator doesn't light up. Increase the output level on the TSS-15's remote control...
... channels. The source is Dolby Digital or DTS, but the center and surround speakers output no sound. The sound is not set correctly. Check all speakers by selecting the Dolby Pro Logic II Movie or Music listening mode. If the DVD being played has a 5.1-channel soundtrack, select it back in the power supply voltage. Problem Possible cause Remedy The source is Dolby Digital and the Auto listening mode is selected, but the Dolby Digital or DTS indicator doesn't light up. Increase the output level on the TSS-15's remote control...
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... measured data, Yamaha's Cinema DSP technology uses Yamaha's own sound-field technology to combine Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital, and DTS to deliver four channels (left , and surround right), and the .1 refers to the frequency-limited LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel, which stands for sub-bass effects between 20 Hz and 120 Hz. AAC AAC, which is a 5.1-channel digital surround format similar to a six-channel surround sound format. Dolby Pro Logic The matrix decoder used in home theater equipment to...
... measured data, Yamaha's Cinema DSP technology uses Yamaha's own sound-field technology to combine Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital, and DTS to deliver four channels (left , and surround right), and the .1 refers to the frequency-limited LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel, which stands for sub-bass effects between 20 Hz and 120 Hz. AAC AAC, which is a 5.1-channel digital surround format similar to a six-channel surround sound format. Dolby Pro Logic The matrix decoder used in home theater equipment to...