Sony sa-ve502 User Manual

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Adjusting the sound
Slight adjustments to the system can enhance
your sound enjoyment.
Adjusting the
subwoofer
SA-VE505/VE502
LEVEL
MODE
ON/STANDBY
LEVEL
MODE
MIN
MAX
MOVIE
MUSIC
1
Set MODE according to the program
source as follows:
Source
MODE
DVD, LD, video cassette
MOVIE
or other video source
MD, CD, cassette tape
MUSIC
or other audio source
2
Rotate LEVEL to adjust the volume.
Set the volume level to suit the program
source.
Notes
• Some amplifier functions for enhancing the sound
may cause distortion in the subwoofer.  If such
distortion occurs, turn off those functions.
• To enjoy high-quality sound, do not turn the
subwoofer volume too high.
• To increase the bass sound from the subwoofer,
connect the system using “Hookup B” (see
page 5).
SA-VE305/VE302
PHASE
CUT OFF FREQ
LEVEL
POWER
LEVEL
CUT OFF FREQ
PHASE
MIN
MAX
50Hz
200Hz
ø
 NORMAL
Ø
 REVERSE
U
1
Rotate CUT OFF FREQ to set a
cut-off frequency of 100 Hz to
150 Hz (or between 1 o’clock and
3 o’clock position, in terms of
position).
For Dolby Digital (AC-3), set the cut-off
frequency to the maximum level
(200 Hz).
2
Rotate LEVEL to adjust the volume.
Set the volume level to suit the program
source.
3
Press PHASE to select the phase
polarity (NORMAL or REVERSE).
Set PHASE to NORMAL when Dolby
Digital (AC-3) is on.
Tip
The proper phase polarity depends on the location
of a subwoofer or adjustment of the cut-off
frequency.
Try both settings and select the one that suits your
listening taste.
Notes
• Some amplifier functions for enhancing the sound
may cause distortion in the subwoofer.  If such
distortion occurs, turn off those functions.
• To enjoy high-quality sound, do not turn the
subwoofer volume too high.
• To increase the bass sound from the subwoofer,
connect the system using “Hookup B” (see
page 5).
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