Tascam SN29401376 User Manual

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Turning On & Basic Operations
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Using Basic Functions
With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey 2EQ
®
 
automatically determines the number of speakers 
connected, their size for purposes of bass management, 
optimum crossover frequencies to the subwoofer (if 
present), and distances from the primary listening position.
Audyssey 2EQ then removes the distortion caused by room 
acoustics by capturing room acoustical problems over the 
listening area in both the frequency and time domain. The 
result is clear, well-balanced sound for everyone. 
Audyssey 2EQ can be used with Audyssey Dynamic EQ
®
 
and Audyssey Dynamic Volume
®
Before using this function, connect and position all of your 
speakers.
Audyssey 2EQ offers two ways of measuring: the 
Audyssey Quick Start” and “Audyssey 2EQ Full 
Calibration
”.
• “Audyssey Quick Start” uses the measurement from one 
position to perform the speaker setting only.
• “Audyssey 2EQ Full Calibration” uses the 
measurement from three positions to correct room 
response in addition to the speaker setting.
The more positions are used in measuring, the better the 
listening environment will become. We recommend using 
a measurement from three positions to create the best 
listening environment.
The Quick Start takes 2 minutes and Full Calibration takes 
about 10 minutes.
Total measurement time varies depending on the number 
of speakers.
Measurement procedure
To create a listening environment in your home theater that 
all listeners will enjoy, Audyssey 2EQ takes measurements 
at up to three positions within the listening area. Position 
the microphone at ear height of a seated listener with the 
microphone tip pointed directly at the ceiling using a 
tripod. Do not hold the microphone in your hand during 
measurements as this will produce inaccurate results. 
First measurement position
Also referred to as the Main Listening Position, this 
refers to the most central position where one would 
normally sit within the listening environment. 
Audyssey 2EQ uses the measurements from this 
position to calculate speaker distance, level, polarity, 
and the optimum crossover value for the subwoofer.
Second measurement position
The right side of the listening area.
Third measurement position
The left side of the listening area.
The distances from position 
a to b and a to c must be 
at least 1 meter (3.3 ft.). 
Note
• Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise and Radio 
Frequency Interference (RFI) can disrupt the room 
measurements. Close windows, televisions, radios, air 
conditioners, fluorescent lights, home appliances, light dimmers, 
or other devices. Turn off the cell phone (even if it is not in use) 
or place it away from all audio electronics.
• The microphone picks up test tones played through each speaker 
as Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup runs.
• Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup cannot be 
performed while a pair of headphones is connected.
Using the Automatic Speaker Setup
TV
ab
c
: Listening area
a to c: Listening position