PANASONIC sa-xr25
Owner's Manual

MOVIE
Use this mode when playing movie software, especially videotapes, recorded in Dolby Surround.

You can adjust the effect of MUSIC and PANORAMA with the center width and dimension controls.

Center Width Control � C-WDTH
This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when listening to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the overall front image, or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center image. You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant) and 7 (center sound is spread out). The default level is 3.

MUSIC
Adds surround effects to stereo sources.

PANORAMA
Sound is spread out more so you feel like you are surrounded by music.

1. Press [EFFECT] to select �C-WDTH�. 2. Press [�/L] or [+/R] to adjust the effect. Dimension Control � DIMEN
You can make up for differences in the output level of the front and surround speakers. You can choose a level between �3 and +3 � Increase the level to move sound to the front speakers, decrease to move it to the surround speakers. The default is level 0.

1. Press [EFFECT] to select �DIMEN�. 2. Press [�/L] or [+/R] to adjust the effect.
CINEMA
Use this mode when playing movie software. You can adjust the effect of MUSIC with the center image control.

Center Image Control � C-IMG
This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when listening to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the overall front image, or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center image. You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant) and 5 (center sound is spread out). The default level is 3.

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MUSIC
Adds surround effects to stereo sources.

Notes on using NEO:6
You cannot select the above modes when the �DTS� or �% DIGITAL� indicator is on.

1. Press [EFFECT] to select �C-IMG�. 2. Press [�/L] or [+/R] to adjust the effect.

HALL
Imparts the reflection and spread of a large concert hall.

You can adjust the sound field by adjusting the level of the speakers and the delay time of the surround speakers. These adjustments can be made for each SFC mode.

CLUB

Conveys the exciting and intimate atmosphere of a jazz club.

To adjust the speaker level
1. Press [LEVEL] to select the speaker channel.
Each time you press the button: C / RS / LS / SW Sound does not come from the surround back speaker. Speakers set as �NONE� or �NO� are skipped.

LIVE
Brings you up close for �live� stage performance and smoother vocals.

THEATER
Recreates natural sound ambience and direction.

2. Press [�/L] or [+/R] to adjust the level.
C, RS, and LS: SW: �10 dB to +10 dB � � � (off) , MIN , 1 � 19 , MAX / / /
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SIM SURR (Simulated Surround)
Heightens the sensation of expanded space with stereo sources, and augments monaural sources.

To adjust the delay time
1. Press [EFFECT]. 2. Press [�/L] or [+/R] to change the delay time.
Delay time can be set at 10-millisecond (ms) intervals between 10 and 100 ms. The factory setting is 50 ms for each mode. ¡ When DTS FIX mode is on You cannot use ENHANCED SURROUND. DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 (SA-XR45) are played as normal DTS (i.e., there is no output from the surround back speaker).

PARTY
This mode uses the front and surround speakers so that sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you are facing.

For your reference
In rare cases, the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals on discs. ¡ With the PCM signals on CDs, this may cause the beginning of a track to be cut off. Engage the PCM FIX mode if this occurs. ¡ With DTS, the signals may not be recognized at all. Engage the DTS FIX mode if this occurs. While the input source is selected:

1. Press [INPUT MODE] to select �DIGITAL� 2. Press and hold [INPUT MODE] for four seconds.
The current mode is displayed. Press again to change the mode. Each time you press the button: AUTO / PCM FIX / DTS FIX When a FIX mode is on, the unit cannot process other signals. This may cause noise to be output. Select �AUTO� if this occurs. The mode returns to AUTO when you switch the unit to standby.

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