Operating this unit
! When playing back VBR (variable bit rate)-recorded WMA files, the average bit rate value is displayed. ! When playing back VBR (variable bit rate)-recorded MP3 files, VBR is displayed instead of bit rate value. ! Depending on the version of iTunes® used to write MP3 files onto a disc, comment information may not be correctly displayed. � iTunes is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. ! The sampling frequency shown in the display may be abbreviated.
Adjusting equalizer curves
You can adjust the currently selected equalizer curve setting as desired. Adjusted equalizer curve settings are memorized in CUSTOM.
Adjusting bass/mid/treble
You can adjust the bass/mid/treble level. 1 Press AUDIO to select BASS/MID/ TREBLE. 2 Press a or b to adjust the level. +6 to �6 is displayed as the level is increased or decreased.
# To return to the normal display, press BAND.
Audio Adjustments
Using balance adjustment
Fader/balance setting creates an ideal listening environment in all occupied seats. 1 Press AUDIO to select FAD.
Adjusting loudness
Loudness compensates for deficiencies in the low- and high-sound ranges at low volume. 1 2 Press AUDIO to select LOUD. Press a or b to turn loudness on or off.
2 Press a or b to adjust front/rear speaker balance. FAD F15 to FAD R15 is displayed.
# FAD 0 is the proper setting when only two speakers are used.
3 Press c or d to adjust left/right speaker balance. BAL L15 to BAL R15 is displayed.
# To return to the normal display, press BAND.
# You can also turn loudness on or off by pressing and holding EQ.
3 Press c or d to select a desired level. LOW (low)�HI (high)
# To return to the normal display, press BAND.
Using the equalizer
There are six stored equalizer settings such as DYNAMIC, VOCAL, NATURAL, CUSTOM, FLAT and POWERFUL that can easily be recalled at any time. ! CUSTOM is an adjusted equalizer curve that you create. ! When FLAT is selected no supplement or correction is made to the sound. % Press EQ to select the equalizer. Press EQ repeatedly to switch between the following equalizers:
Adjusting source levels
SLA (source level adjustment) lets you adjust the volume level of each source to prevent radical changes in volume when switching between sources. ! Settings are based on the FM volume level, which remains unchanged. ! The AM volume level can also be adjusted with source level adjustments. 1 Compare the FM volume level with the level of the source you wish to adjust.
