Clarion RMX855Dz User Manual

Owner’s manual

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

AM/FM MD PLA YER WITH CD/MD

CHANGER CONTROL

•

LECTEUR MD AM/FM AVEC

COMMANDE DE CHANGEUR CD/MD

•

RADIO DE AM/FM Y REPRODUCTOR DE

MINIDISCOS CON CONTROL DE CAMBIADOR

DE DISCOS COMPACTOS/MINIDISCOS

1998/12 (CL·C)

Clarion Co., Ltd.

All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 1998: Clarion Co., Ltd.

Printed in China / Imprimé en Chine / Inpreso en China

RMX855Dz

ISR

PE-4015B

280-7234-00

Thank you for purchasing the Clarion RMX855Dz.

∗Please read this owner’s manual in its entirety before operating this equipment.
∗After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in a handy place (e.g., glove compartment).
∗Check the contents of the enclosed warranty card and keep it carefully with this manual.
∗This manual includes the operating procedures of the CD changer, MD changer, TV tuner and digital

sound processor (DSP) connected via the CeNET cable. The CD changer , MD changer , TV tuner and
DSP have their own manuals, but no explanations for operating them are described.

Contents

1. FEATURES ..................................................................................................................................... 2

2. PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 3

Handling MD.................................................................................................................................... 4

Flip Down Panel .............................................................................................................................. 4

3. CONTROLS .................................................................................................................................... 5

4. NOMENCLATURE .......................................................................................................................... 6

Names of Buttons............................................................................................................................ 6

Display Items................................................................................................................................... 6

5. DCP ................................................................................................................................................. 7

6. REMOTE CONTROL ...................................................................................................................... 8

Inserting the Batteries ..................................................................................................................... 8

Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons ..................................................................................... 9

7. OPERATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 10

Basic Operations........................................................................................................................... 10

Radio Operations .......................................................................................................................... 13

MD Operations .............................................................................................................................. 14

Other Handy Functions ................................................................................................................. 16

8. OPERATIONS OF ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................. 18

CD Changer Operations ............................................................................................................... 18

MD Changer Operations ............................................................................................................... 20

TV Operations ............................................................................................................................... 21

DSP Operations ............................................................................................................................ 23

9. TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................. 27

10. ERROR DISPLAYS....................................................................................................................... 28

11. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 29

11. ESPECIFICACIONES

Sintonizador de FM

Gama de frecuencias:

87,9 a 107,9 MHz

Sensibilidad útil:

11 dBf

Sensibilidad a 50 dB de silenciamiento:

17 dBf

Selectividad de canal alternativo:

75 dB

Separación entre canales (1 kHz):

35 dB

Respuesta en frecuencia (±3 dB):

30 Hz a 15 kHz

Sintonizador de AM

Gama de frecuencias:

530 a 1710 kHz

Sensibilidad útil:

25 µV

Reproductor de minidiscos

Respuesta en frecuencia (±2 dB):

20 Hz a 20 kHz

Relación señal-ruido (1 kHz):

90 dB

Gama dinámica (1 kHz):

85 dB

Distorsión armónica:

0,01%

Audio

Salida máxima de potencia:

180 W (45 W × 4 canales) (EIAJ)

Salida media continua de potencia:

17 W × 4, con 4 Ω, de 20 Hz a 20 kHz, 1% de
distorsión armónica total

Acción de control de graves (30 Hz):

±15 dB

Acción de control de agudos (10 kHz):

±10 dB

Salida de línea (reproductor de minidiscos 1 kHz):

4 V

Generales

Tensión de alimentación:

14,4 V CC (permisible de 10,8 a 15,6 V),
negativo a masa

Consumo de corriente:

Menos de 15 A

Impedancia de los altavoces:

4 Ω (permisible de 4 a 8 Ω)

Peso / Unidad fuente:

3,3 lb. (1,5 kg)

Peso / Controlador remoto:

1 oz. (30 g) (incluyendo la pila)

Dimensiones / Unidad fuente:

7" (An) × 2" (Al) × 6-1/8" (Prf)
[178 (An) × 50 (Al) × 155 (Prf) mm]

Dimensiones / Controlador remoto:

1-3/4" (An) × 4-5/16" (Al) × 1-1/8" (Prf)
[44 (An) × 110 (Al) × 27 (Prf) mm]

1. FEATURES

■ Rotary Encoder Volume Control with Multi-Color Prism Key

■ Touch-n-Go Flip Down Detachable Face

■ Capability to Read CD TEXT Data from Clarion Compatible CD Changer

■ Z-Enhancer with 3 Adjustment Modes

■ CeNET with Balanced Audio Line Transmission and Dynamic Noise Canceling

■

■ 8-Times Oversampling Digital Filter and Dual 1-Bit D/A Converters

■ 4M Bit Read Ahead Memory (Approximately 10 Seconds) for Shock and Vibration

■ 4V/4-Channel RCA Line Level Output with Fader Control

■ 4V/2-Channel Non-Fade RCA Line Level Output with Volume Control

■ 180W(45W×4) Maximum Power Output

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FM Reception System

Notas:

•

Las especificaciones están de acuerdo con las normas de la EIA.

•

Licencia de patentes en EE.UU y otros países por parte de Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

•

Las especificaciones y el diseño están sujetos a cambio sin previo aviso por motivo de mejoras.

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6. REMO TE CONTR OL

ISR

RMX855Dz

Receiver for remote control unit

Signal transmitter

Operating range: 30° in all directions

Remote control unit

Inserting the Batteries

1. Turn the remote control unit over, then slide

the rear cover in the direction of the arrow.

2. Insert the AA (UM-3/1.5V) batteries that came

with the remote control unit facing in the
directions shown in the figure, then close the
rear cover.

Notes:

Using batteries improperly can cause them to ex­plode. Take note of the following points:

•

When replacing batteries, replace both batteries
with new ones.

•

Do not short-circuit, disassemble or heat batteries.

•

Do not dispose of batteries into fire or water.

•

Dispose of spent batteries properly.

Rear side

AA (UM-3/1.5V)
Batteries

Rear cover

2. PRECA UTIONS

1. When the inside of the car is very cold and
the player is used soon after switching on
the heater moisture may form on the disc or
the optical parts of the player and proper
playback may not be possible. If moisture
forms on the disc, wipe it off with a soft cloth.
If moisture forms on the optical parts of the
player, do not use the player for about one
hour. The condensation will disappear natu­rally allowing normal operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital de­vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a resi­dential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radi­ate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio com­munications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interfer­ence to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to consult the dealer
or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

MODEL

AM 530-1710kHz/FM 87.9-107.9MHz

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC
RULES.OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERA­TION.

THIS PRODUCTION COMPLIES DHHS RULES 21 CFR
SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.

US AND FOREIGN PATENTS LICENSED FROM DOLBY
LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION

CLARION CO.,LTD.
50 KAMITODA,TODA-SHI,SAITAMA-KEN,JAPAN

MANUFACTURED:

SERIAL No.
PE-

12V GROUND

286-

Clarion Co.,Ltd.

MADE IN

2. Driving on extremely bumpy roads which
cause severe vibration ma y cause the sound
to skip.

3. This unit uses a precision mechanism. Ev en
in the event that trouble arises, never open
the case, disassemble the unit, or lubricate
the rotating parts.

CAUTION

USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS, OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN, MAY RE­SULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPO­SURE.

THE COMP ACT DISC PLAYER and MINI DISC
PLAYER SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED OR
REP AIRED BY ANY ONE EXCEPT PROPERLY
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX­PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFAC­TURER FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID
THE USER’S AUTHORITY T O OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT .

INFORMATION FOR USERS:.

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
PRODUCT NOT APPROVED BY THE MANU­FACTURER WILL VOID THE WARRANTY
AND WILL VIOLATE FCC APPROVAL.

Bottom View of Source Unit

Handling MD

Use only MDs bearing the mark.

Handling

• Never open the shutter on the MD cartridge.

Storage

• Do not expose minidiscs to direct sunlignt or
any heat source.

• Do not expose minidiscs to excess humidity or
dust.

• Do not expose minidiscs to direct heat from
heaters.

Cleaning

• If the MD cartridge is dir ty, wipe off the dirt
with a soft dry cloth.

Shutter

Cartridge

• Never play a minidisc with an index label that
is peeling off .
If you try to play such a minidisc, you may not
be able to get it back out of the MD player or it
may damage the MD player.

Flip Down Panel

The RMX855Dz uses a flip-down structure that makes possible large-size displays.

CAUTION

When closing the FLIP DOWN PANEL, be
careful not to catch your fingers. They could
be injured.

1. Always use the RMX855Dz with the FLIP

DOWN PANEL closed.

2. Do not force operations or use this device ab-

normally when opening or closing the FLIP
DOWN PANEL.

Veuillez déplier et vous référer à la page suivante.

Cerciórese de desplegar y de leer la página siguiente.

3. Do not use the FLIP DOWN PANEL as a tray
to place objects on when it is open.

4. When closing the FLIP DOWN PANEL, do
not press OPEN button 1.

5. Strong impacts to the operating or display
section can cause damage or deformation.

6. If the FLIP DOWN P ANEL does not open fully,
gently open it with your hand.

Be sure to unfold and read the next page.

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3.

CAUTION

CONTROLS / LES COMMANDES / CONTROLES

4. NOMENCLATURE

5. DCP

Source unit / Appareil pilote / Unidad fuente

RMX855Dz

ISR

With the FLIP DOWN PANEL opened / Ouverture du PANNEAU RABATTABLE /
Apertura del PANEL ABATIBLE

Display / Afficheur / Visualizador

Note:

Be sure to unfold this page and refer to the front diagrams as you read each chapter.

Remarque:

Nota:

Veuillez déplier cette page et vous référer aux schémas quand vous lisez chaque chapitre.

Cuando lea los capítulos, despliegue esta página y consulte los diagramas.

Note:

• Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of chapter “3. CONTROLS” on page 5 (unf old).

Names of Buttons

1 OPEN button
2 ENT (enter) button

Play/pause button

3 POWER button

FNC (function) button

4 TITLE button

ADJ (adjust) button

5 PS/AS (preset scan/auto store) button

SCN (scan) button

6 RPT (repeat) button
7 RDM (random) button
8 Z-EHCR (z-enhancer) button

9 Preset buttons (1 to 6)

Direct buttons (1 to 6) (7 to 12)

! DISP (display) button
" ISR (instant station recall) button
# BND (band) button

TOP button

$ A-M (audio mode) button

LD (loudness) button

% SEARCH button
& Rotary knob
( MD insertion slot
) Eject button

Display Items

1 Z-EHCR (z-enhancer) indication
2 Disc in indication
3 EASY mode indication
4 G.EQ indication
5 DSP indication
6 PRO (professional) mode indication
7 P.EQ indication
8 S.EQ indication
9 Preset channel indication (1 to 6)

Disc number indication (1 to 12)

∗ The disc numbers corresponding to the discs

in the CD or MD changer light.

! ST (stereo) indication
" MANU (manual) indication
# Function mode indication

∗ The names of modes being selected, etc. are

displayed.

$ A-M (audio mode) indication
% LD (loudness) indication
& Graphic indication

∗ Levels are displayed in adjusting the volume,

etc.

( Long title indication

∗ When the texts for CD or MD are more than

11 characters, this indication lights.

) Operation status indication

∗ The frequency, play time, clock, etc. are

displayed.

~ RDM (random) indication
+ RPT (repeat) indication
, SCN (scan) indication

- DISC indication

The control panel can be detached to prevent theft. When detaching the control panel, store it in the
DCP (DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL) case to prevent scratches.

We recommend taking the DCP with you when leaving the car.

Removing the DCP

1. Hold down POWER button 3 f or 1 second or
longer to turn off the power.

2. Deeply push in OPEN button 1 to unlock the
FLIP DOWN PANEL.

∗ If the FLIP DOWN PANEL does not open fully,

gently open it with your hand.

Attaching the DCP

1. Insert the right side of the DCP into the source
unit.

2. Insert the left side of the DCP into the source
unit.

2.

1.

CAUTION

• The DCP can easily be damaged by shocks.

After removing it, be careful not to drop it
or subject it to strong shocks.

• If the FLIP DOWN PANEL is kept open, the

3. Pull the DCP toward you and remove it.

DCP

4. Close the HOLD FLAP.

HOLD FLAP

Be sure to close the HOLD FLAP for safety
when removing the DCP.

DCP may drop due to vibration of the car.
This results in damage to the DCP . So close

the FLIP DOWN PANEL or remove the DCP
to store into the case.

• The connector connecting the source unit

and the DCP is an extremely important part.
Be careful not to damage it by pressing on
it with fingernails, screwdrivers, etc.

Note:

• If the DCP is dirty, wipe off the dirt with a soft, dry
cloth only.

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Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons

Button

, FUNC

- BAND

DISC UP
PROG
TOP

. VOLUME
/ SEARCH

: PLAY/PAUSE

; MUTE
< ISR

= DISP

> SCN

PS/AS

? RPT

BLS

@ RDM

DOLBY NR
MONI

* Some of the corresponding buttons on the source unit and remote control unit have different functions.

Mode

Radio MD

Turns power on and off. When pressed and held for 1 second: Turns power off.
Switches among radio, MD, CD changer, MD changer and TV.

Switches reception
band.

Increases and decreases volume (in all modes).
Moves preset

channels up and
down.

No function.

Turns mute on and off.
Recalls ISR radio station in memory .

Press and hold for 2 seconds or longer: Stores current station into ISR memory (radio
mode only).

Switches among main display, sub display, clock display and spectrum analyzer display
(only when connected to DPH7500z).

Preset scan.
When pressed and
held for 2 seconds:
Auto store.

No function.

No function.

Plays the first track.
Top play.

Moves tracks up
and down.
When pressed and
held for 1 second:
Fast-forw ard/
fast-backward.

Switches between
playback and pause.

Scan play.

Repeat play.

Random play.

CD changer
MD changer

Moves the next disc
in increasing order.

Moves tracks up
and down.
When pressed and
held for 1 second:
Fast-forw ard/
fast-backward.

Switches between
playback and pause.

Scan play.
When pressed and
held for 2 seconds:
Disc scan play.

Repeat play.
When pressed and
held for 2 seconds:
Disc repeat play.

Random play.
When pressed and
held for 2 seconds:
Disc random play.

TV

Switches reception
band.

Moves preset
channels up and
down.

No function.

Preset scan.
When pressed and
held for 2 seconds:
Auto store.

No function.

Switches between
TV and VTR.

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7. OPERATIONS

Basic Operations

Note: Be sure to read this chapter referring to the front diagrams of

chapter “3. CONTROLS” on page 5 (unfold).

CAUTION

Be sure to lower the volume before s witching
off the unit power or the ignition key . The unit
remembers its last volume setting. If you
switch the power off with the volume up, when
you switch the power back on, the sudden
loud volume may hurt your hearing and dam­age the unit.

The clock is displayed when the ignition key
is turned to the ACC (accessory) or IGN (igni­tion-on) position even when the unit power
is off. In some cars, the clock may momen­tarily disappear when the ignition key is
turned to the START position. The clock will
reappear after the engine has started and the
ignition key is released to the IGN (ignition­on) position.

Turning on/off the power

Note:

• Be careful about using this unit for a long time with­out running the engine. If you drain the car’s bat­tery too far, you may not be able to start the en­gine and this can reduce the service life of the
battery.

1. Press POWER button 3.

2. The illumination and display on the unit light

up. The unit automatically remembers its last
operation mode and will automatically switch
to display that mode.

3. Press and hold POWER button 3 for 1 sec-

ond or longer to turn off the power for the unit.

Note:

• System check
The first time this unit is turned on after the wire

connections are completed, it must be checked
what equipment is connected. When the power is
turned on, “SYSTEM CHCK” appears in the
display, so press POWER button 3. The system
check starts within the unit. When the system check
is complete, the power is turned off, so press
POWER button 3 again.

Radio mode ➜ MD mode ➜ CD changer
mode ➜ MD changer mode ➜ TV mode ➜
Radio mode...

∗ External equipment not connected with CeNET

is not displayed.

Adjusting the volume

Turning the Rotary knob & clockwise increases
the volume; turning it counterclockwise de­creases the volume.

∗ The volume level is from 0 (minimum) to 33 (maxi-

mum).

Switching the display

Press DISP button ! to select the desired display.
Each time you press DISP button !, the display
switches in the following order:

Main display

Sub (title) display

Clock display

Spectrum analyzer display

Selecting a mode

1. Press FNC button 3 to change the mode of

operation.

2. Each time you press FNC button 3, the mode

of operation changes in the following order:

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Main display...

∗ The spectrum analyzer display is only displayed

when the DPH7500z is connected.

Basic Operations

∗ Once selected, the preferred display becomes

the display default. When a function adjustment
such as volume is made, the screen will
momentarily switch to that function’s display,
then revert back to the preferred display sev­eral seconds after the adjustment.

∗ When you have entered a title in a CD, it

appears in the sub display. If you have not
entered a title, “NO-TTL” appears in the title
display instead. For information on how to enter
a title, refer to the subsection “Entering titles”
in the “Other Handy Functions”.

Setting the Z-enhancer

This unit comes with 3 types of sound tone effects
stored in memory. Select the one you prefer.

∗ The factory default setting is “Z-EHCR OFF”.

Each time you press Z-EHCR button 8, the tone
effect changes in the following order:

“Z-ENHANCER 1” ➜ “Z-ENHANCER 2” ➜ “Z-

ENHANCER 3” ➜ “Z-EHCR OFF” ➜ “Z-
ENHANCER 1”...

• Z-ENHANCER 1: bass emphasized

• Z-ENHANCER 2: treble emphasized

• Z-ENHANCER 3: bass and treble emphasized

• Z-EHCR OFF : no sound effect

Adjusting the tone

Press A-M button $ and select the item to adjust.
Each time you press A-M button $, the item
changes in the following order:

●

When the Z-enhancer and tone bypass are off

“NON-FAD VOL” ➜ “TONE BYPASS” ➜
“BASS” ➜ “TREBLE” ➜ “BALANCE” ➜
“FADER” ➜ Function mode...

● When Z-enhancer 1, 2 or 3 is set

“NON-F AD VOL” ➜ “Z-EHCR” ➜ “BALANCE”
➜ “FADER” ➜ Function mode...

Note:

•

When the separately-sold digital sound processor
(DPH7500z) is used, the tone bypass, bass and
treble tone adjustments cannot be selected. To

adjust the tone, refer to the chapter

“DSP Operations”.

Adjusting the non-fader output volume

You can adjust the volume output from the unit’s
non-fader output terminal.

1.

Press A-M button $ and select “NON-F AD VOL”.

2.

T urning the Rotary knob & clockwise increases
the output volume; turning it counterclockwise
decreases the output volume.

∗

The factory default setting is “4”. (Setting r ange: 0 to 7)

3. When the adjustment is complete, press A-M
button $ several times until the function mode
is reached.

Setting tone bypass

The tone bypass disables the tone (bass and
treble) functions and cuts the noise generated
when the tone functions are on.

1. Press A-M button $ and select “TONE BY-
PASS”.

2. T urning the Rotary knob & clockwise sets the
tone bypass to “YES” (ON); turning it
counterclockwise sets the tone bypass to
“NO” (OFF).

∗ The factory default setting is “NO” (OFF).
∗ If the setting is “YES” (ON), the bass and treble

adjustments cannot be made.

3. When the adjustment is complete, press A-M
button $ several times until the function mode
is reached.

Note:

• If you set the Z-ENHANCER function to ON (1 to

3), you cannot set the tone bypass.

Adjusting the bass

1. Press A-M button $ and select “BASS”.

2. T urning the Rotary knob & clockwise empha­sizes the bass; turning it counterclockwise
attenuates the bass.

∗ The factory default setting is “0”. (Adjustment

range: −6 to +6)

∗ The bass cannot be adjusted if the tone by-

pass setting is “YES” (ON).

3. When the adjustment is complete, press A-M
button $ several times until the function mode
is reached.

Adjusting the treble

1. Press A-M button $ and select “TREBLE”.

2. T urning the Rotary knob & clockwise empha­sizes the treble; turning it counterclockwise
attenuates the treble.

∗ The factory default setting is “0”. (Adjustment

range: −6 to +6)

∗ The treble cannot be adjusted if the tone by-

pass setting is “YES” (ON).

3. When the adjustment is complete, press A-M
button $ several times until the function mode
is reached.

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Basic Operations
Adjusting the balance

1. Press A-M button $ and select “B ALANCE”.

2. T urning the Rotary knob & clockwise empha­sizes the sound from the right speaker; turn­ing it counterclockwise emphasizes the sound
from the left speaker.

∗ The factory default setting is “0”. (Adjustment

range: L13 to R13)

3. When the adjustment is complete, press A-M
button $ several times until the function mode
is reached.

Adjusting the fader

1. Press A-M button $ and select “FADER”.

2. T urning the Rotary knob & clockwise empha­sizes the sound from the front speakers; turn­ing it counterclockwise emphasizes the sound
from the rear speakers.

∗ The factory default setting is “0”. (Adjustment

range: F12 to R12)

3. When the adjustment is complete, press A-M
button $ several times until the function mode
is reached.

Adjusting the Z-enhancer

1. Press Z-EHCR button 8 and select the Z­enhancer mode (1 to 3) to adjust.

2. Press A-M button $ and select “Z-EHCR”.

3. T urning the Rotary knob & clockwise adjusts
in the + direction; turning it counterclockwise
adjusts in the − direction.

∗ When Z-enhancer 1 is selected, you can adjust

the bass in the range of ±2.

∗ When Z-enhancer 2 is selected, you can adjust

the treble in the range of ±2.

∗ When Z-enhancer 3 is selected, you can adjust

the bass and treble in the range of ±2.

4. When the adjustment is complete, press A-M
button $ several times until the function mode
is reached.

Note:

• If you set the Z-ENHANCER function to ON (1 to

3), you cannot set the tone bypass.

Turning on/off the loudness

The loudness effect emphasizes the bass and
treble to create a natural sound tone. When you
are listening to music at a low volume, it is rec­ommended to use the loudness effect.

1. Press and hold LD button $ for 1 second or
longer to turn on the loudness effect. When
the loudness effect is turned on, “LD” lights in
the display.

2. Press and hold LD button $ for 1 second or
longer to turn off the loudness effect. “LD”
goes off in the display.

Note:

• When using a sold separately digital sound pro-

cessor (DPH7500z), a feature called auto loud­ness is selected. This function is diff erent from the
loudness effect. For further details on the auto loud-

ness feature, refer to the subsection “Output

adjustment of auto loudness, subwoofer and
playback band”.

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