User manual THRUSTMASTER 5.1 SOUND SYSTEM HOME CINEMA

[. . . ] (This channel, referred to as LFE for “Low Frequency Effect”, represents the well-known “point one” in the 5. 1 hardware standard. ) In contrast to Dolby® Surround, which reproduces 4 sound signals (front-left, front-right, center and rear) over only two speakers, Dolby® Digital reproduces the main sound signals over 6 speakers, as follows: - The subwoofer emits only low frequencies and special effects (LFE), delivering impressive, realistic sensations (during explosions, for example). - The center satellite emits only character dialog, adding to the realism of conversations. - The four other satellites emit the other sound signals independently (music, ambiance, sound effects, etc. ). Their interaction provides a spatial sound sensation worthy of the best cinemas: a revolving sound or one moving from right to left will be physically transmitted as such by the satellites, immersing the listener completely in the film. SPEAKER PLACEMENT Follow the instructions below and refer to the diagram (opposite) to position your speakers. [. . . ] • Connect the decoder to your peripheral device using one of the following three methods: If your peripheral device is equipped with a digital optical output (PlayStation 2, Xbox, DVD player, cable or satellite television): - Set the DIGITAL INPUT SW switch on the decoder to the OP position. - Connect your peripheral device to the OPTICAL plug on the decoder, using the optical cable provided. Note 1: before using the optical cable with your PlayStation 2, do not forget to activate the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) function in your console’s configuration panel. Note 2: a special Xbox audio-video cable with an optical input is required for optical connection to an Xbox console (this cable is available in most shops selling electrical goods). 6/10 • If your peripheral device is equipped with an RCA output (PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, VCR, CD player, television set): - Connect your peripheral device to the ANALOG INPUT plugs on the decoder, using the RCA cable provided (for all consoles these cables correspond to the audio-video cable’s red and white connectors, which must be disconnected from the SCART plug). 5. 6. Connect the decoder’s power supply cable to the POWER plug and then plug it into a wall socket. Plug the subwoofer’s power supply into a wall socket. 7/10 HOTLINE NEDERLAND ITALIANO FRANÇAIS PORTUGUÊS ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH ENGLISH • If your peripheral device is equipped with a digital coaxial output (DVD player, cable or satellite television): - Set the DIGITAL INPUT SW switch on the decoder to the CO position. - Connect your peripheral device to the COAXIAL plug on the decoder, using the coaxial cable provided. INSTALLATION TEST Attention: before doing anything else, make sure that the VOLUME button on the subwoofer is not set to the maximum value. Press the POWER button on the remote control: the red LED lights up in green. A sound signal is emitted by each of the 6 elements of your 5. 1 kit in succession. The indicator light on the front of the decoder moves according to the speaker being tested (L for the front-left speaker, R for the front-right speaker, SL for the rear-left speaker, SR for the rear-right speaker, C for the center speaker and SUB for the subwoofer). In this way, you can check that the speakers have been properly connected and are in the correct positions. If any problems arise during the test, verify that the speakers have been connected properly as described above. USING THE 5. 1 SOUND SYSTEM HOME CINEMA Insert an audio-visual disk or cassette (DVD, game CD or DVD, audio CD, VHS cassette) and/or turn on your television set. The decoder automatically identifies the audio format and indicates the mode selected: • STEREO LED lit up: the decoder is in stereo (2 channel) mode; only the front satellites (front-left and front-right) and the subwoofer are active. The decoder produces a spatial sound from a stereo signal using the 5 satellites (front-left, center, front-right, rear-left, rear-right) and the subwoofer; however, the rear-left and rear-right sounds are identical (monophonic effect) and have an upper-register limit of 7KHz. With Dolby Pro Logic 2, the rear-left and rear-right are differentiated (stereophonic effect), the upper-register limit is 20KHz and bass sounds are still obtained by filtering, although with a greater degree of realism. Note: the PROLOGIC LED indicates that the decoder has detected either a Dolby Surround or Dolby Pro Logic 2 signal. DIGITAL LED lit up: the decoder is in Dolby Digital (5. 1) mode; all speakers are operating at their maximum capacity, each of them emitting a completely distinct signal. Low frequency effects (LFE) are reproduced exclusively by the subwoofer with an unrivalled degree of realism. Note: in digital mode, the sound signal always comes from a source using an optical or coaxial output (DVD player, PS2 and Xbox consoles, cable or satellite television). • 8/10 The SURROUND MODE button enables you to switch from one audio mode to another. In this way, you can enjoy spatial sound even with a stereo source, thanks to Dolby® Pro Logic mode. [. . . ] Your 5. 1 Sound System Home Cinema is now switched off. www. thrustmaster. com © Guillemot Corporation 2002. Thrustmaster® is a registered trademark of Guillemot Corporation S. A. Dolby®, Dolby® Surround, Dolby® Pro Logic and Dolby® Digital™ are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Corporation. PlayStation® and PS one™ are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. [. . . ]