Integra DHC-9.9 User Manual

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With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey 
MultEQ XT 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 MultEQ XT 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. Enabling Audyssey MultEQ XT 
allows you to also use Audyssey Dynamic EQ™, which 
maintains the proper octave-to-octave balance at any 
volume level.
Before using this function, connect and position all of 
your speakers.
Measurement Positions
To create a listening environment in your home theater 
that all listeners will enjoy, Audysssey MultEQ
®
 takes 
measurements at up to eight positions within the lis-
tening area.
■ 1st measurement position
This is the center position of your listening area, or 
the listening position if there’s only one listener.
■ 2nd–8th measurement positions
These are the other listening positions (i.e., the 
places where the other listeners will sit). You can 
measure up to eight positions.
The following examples show some typical home theater 
seating arrangements. Choose the one that best matches 
yours, and position the microphone accordingly when 
prompted.
Automatic Speaker Setup 
(Audyssey MultEQ
®
XT)
About Audyssey Dynamic Volume
Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of 
large variations in volume level between television 
programs, commercials, and between the soft and 
loud passages of movies. Dynamic Volume looks at 
the preferred volume setting by the user and then 
monitors how the volume of program material is 
being perceived by listeners in real time to decide 
whether an adjustment is needed. Whenever 
necessary, Dynamic Volume makes the necessary 
rapid or gradual adjustments to maintain the desired 
playback volume level while optimizing the dynamic 
range. Audyssey Dynamic EQ is integrated into 
Dynamic Volume so that as the playback volume is 
adjusted automatically, the perceived bass response, 
tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog 
clarity remain the same whether watching movies, 
flipping between television channels, or changing 
from stereo to surround sound content.
About Audyssey Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of 
deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by 
taking into account human perception and room 
acoustics. Dynamic EQ selects the correct frequency 
response and surround levels moment-by-moment at
any user-selected volume setting. The result is bass 
response, tonal balance, and surround impression 
that remain constant despite changes in volume. 
Dynamic EQ combines information from incoming 
source levels with actual output sound levels in the 
room, a prerequisite for delivering a loudness 
correction solution. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in 
tandem with Audyssey MultEQ to provide well-
balanced sound for every listener at any volume level.
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