JBL Home Theater System SDP 40HD User Manual

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Introduction  
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DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS  
This document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the SDP-40HD Digital Surround Processor/Controller. It is  
important to read this user guide before attempting to use the product. Pay particular attention to safety instructions.  
The following symbols are used in the document:  
Appears on the component to indicate the pres-  
DVD1  
NAME  
EDIT INPUT NAME  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
ence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage inside  
the enclosure voltage that may be sufficient to  
constitute a risk of shock.  
Represents a menu path. The menu items in gray boxes must be  
selected with the remote control Menu arrow to access the  
menu or menu item in the black box. For example, the SETUP,  
INPUTS, and DVD1 menu items must be selected to open the  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP menu.  
Appears on the component to indicate impor-  
tant operating and maintenance instructions in  
the accompanying literature.  
The DVD1 INPUT SETUP menu is used here as an example and will  
continue to be used as an example throughout this document.  
Whenever it appears, any other INPUT SETUP menu may be substi-  
tuted. Likewise, whenever the DVD1 input appears as a step in a  
menu path, any other input may be substituted.  
Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condi-  
tion or the like that, if not correctly performed  
or adhered to, could result in injury or death.  
WARNING  
Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condi-  
tion or the like that, if not correctly performed  
or adhered to, could result in damage or  
destruction to part or all of the product.  
CAUTION!  
Note:  
Calls attention to information that is essential to  
highlight.  
This document uses the term DTS(-ES) to indicate that DTS-ES encoding may or may not be present in the input source.  
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SDP-40HD  
Introduction  
Documentation Conventions........................................................ ii  
Speaker Setup ......................................................................... 3-27  
Calibrating Speaker Distances & Output Levels ....................... 3-39  
Speaker Calibration Parameters ........................................... 3-39  
LEVELS Calibration .............................................................. 3-40  
Rear-Panel Configuration......................................................... 3-47  
Display Setup.......................................................................... 3-49  
On-Screen Display ............................................................... 3-51  
Front-Panel Display ............................................................. 3-53  
Volume Control Setup............................................................. 3-54  
Trigger Setup.......................................................................... 3-56  
Lock Options........................................................................... 3-59  
Getting Started  
About The SDP-40HD................................................................1-2  
Highlights ............................................................................. 1-4  
Product Registration..................................................................1-5  
Installation Considerations.........................................................1-5  
Remote Control Battery Installation and Replacement ...............1-6  
Basic Operation  
Front-Panel Overview ................................................................2-2  
Rear-Panel Overview..................................................................2-5  
Remote Control Overview .........................................................2-9  
Operation Considerations ...................................................... 2-9  
Command Bank Activation......................................................2-10  
Command Matrix ............................................................... 2-11  
Menu Navigation ....................................................................2-16  
Main Menu ......................................................................... 2-16  
Menu Item Selection ........................................................... 2-17  
About the Zones .....................................................................2-19  
Two-line Status........................................................................2-19  
Status Menus ..........................................................................2-20  
Status Menu Level Meters ................................................... 2-21  
Status Menu Descriptions .................................................... 2-22  
Status Menu Parameter Descriptions ................................... 2-26  
Audio Controls  
Audio Controls.......................................................................... 4-2  
Mode Adjust  
Mode Adjust ............................................................................. 5-2  
Listening Mode Activation......................................................... 5-2  
Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters ..................... 5-3  
Mode Buttons ....................................................................... 5-4  
Mode Family Selection Buttons ............................................. 5-4  
Listening Mode Descriptions ..................................................... 5-5  
Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions......... 5-35  
Mode – Parameter Relationships.............................................. 5-43  
Troubleshooting & Maintenance  
Setup  
Troubleshooting........................................................................ 6-2  
Routine Maintenance ................................................................ 6-4  
Restoring Factory-default Settings ............................................. 6-5  
Setup ........................................................................................3-2  
Input Setup...............................................................................3-3  
Changing Input Names ......................................................... 3-4  
Assigning HDMI, Audio and Video Input Connectors ............. 3-6  
Selecting Preferred Listening Modes .................................... 3-13  
Configuring Advanced Input Settings .................................. 3-19  
INPUT SELECT Parameter Settings ....................................... 3-21  
ZONE2 & RECORD IN Parameter Settings ........................... 3-24  
Appendix  
Specifications ............................................................................A-2  
Declaration of Conformity.........................................................A-4  
Menu Tree ................................................................................A-5  
Installation Worksheet ............................................................A-19  
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Getting Started  
Product Registration................................................................... 1-5  
Installation Considerations.......................................................... 1-5  
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Getting Started  
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decoding, which derives 7.1-channel output from stereo, 5.1-, and  
6.1-channel sources. Unlike other decoders, Logic 7 is compatible  
with all input sources and requires no special encoding. Because  
the improvement it provides is clearly audible, Logic 7 decoding is  
widely regarded as the finest available.  
ABOUT THE SDP-40HD  
Thank you for purchasing the SDP-40HD Digital Controller, a  
reference-quality, 12-channel audio and video control center with  
independent zone monitoring to provide control of input source  
selection in three zones at the same time. As flexible as it is  
powerful, the SDP-40HD includes 12 inputs, each of which can be  
configured and assigned to any of its 6 HDMI™ (High-Definition  
Multimedia Interface™), 13 digital audio, 8 analog audio,  
2 composite video, 3 S-video, or 4 component video input  
connectors. The analog audio input connectors can be configured  
for stereo or 5.1-channel sources.  
In addition to Logic 7, the SDP-40HD is also equipped with Dolby®  
Digital Surround EX™, Dolby Pro Logic®, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby  
Pro Logic IIx, DTS 96/24™, DTS NEO:6®, DTS-ES®, THX Ultra2™,  
and THX Surround EX™ decoding. THX Ultra2 certification  
guarantees that the SDP-40HD meets the highest THX performance  
specifications.  
With four 32-bit floating-point SHARC™ digital signal processing  
(DSP) engines, the SDP-40HD offers unparalleled processing power.  
These DSP engines perform custom processing such as Logic 7  
decoding, bass enhancement, dialog enhancement, auto azimuth,  
5-speaker enhancement, bass management, high-precision digital  
crossovers, and tone controls. This processing is available at sample  
rates up to 96kHz, with 24-bit resolution to retain top performance  
from all input sources and listening modes. A fifth DSP engine is  
dedicated to decoding multi-channel compressed audio sources.  
The SDP-40HD features an HDMI interface that enables the  
transmission of uncompressed digital audio and video signals  
through a single connector. The SDP-40HD can pass digital video  
signals of up to 720p/1080i, and multiple digital audio channels  
(5.1 channels) at sample rates of up to 96kHz through the HDMI  
interface. The SDP-40HD also supports the High-bandwidth Digital  
Content Protection (HDCP) technology that comprises data  
encryption and authentication of the partner equipment.  
Beyond the HDMI connectors and standard 5.1-channel audio output  
connectors, the rear panel includes stereo rear and stereo subwoofer  
connectors to provide even more audio channels. All Main Zone audio  
output connectors include 24-bit/96kHz D/A converters operating in  
dual differential mode. In addition, the SDP-40HD includes balanced  
audio output connectors for all Main Zone and Zone 2 channels.  
High-precision 96kHz/24-bit A/D converters can be used to convert  
stereo and 5.1 analog audio input signals to digital signals,  
allowing the SDP-40HD to provide the benefits of precise digital  
signal processing without sacrificing signal integrity.  
Digital audio input signals are processed through a two-stage  
phase lock loop for extremely low intrinsic jitter and high jitter  
rejection. Auto azimuth technology corrects timing and level  
imbalances in stereo sources, ensuring exceptionally accurate  
playback of surround encoded sources. A digital audio pass-  
through option is available for recording digital signals with a CD  
recorder or a similar component.  
Two RS-232 connectors are provided for serial control. One of the  
connectors is for performing flash-memory software upgrades and  
backing up or restoring configuration files. The other connector is  
reserved for possible upgrades.  
More than just an audio and video control center, the SDP-40HD  
features the latest version of Harman’s critically acclaimed Logic 7®  
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SDP-40HD  
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To complement its audio performance, the SDP-40HD features two  
broadcast-quality video switchers. An ultra-wide bandwidth  
component video switcher accepts analog component or RGB video  
signals, & can pass analog high-definition (HD), enhanced-definition  
(ED), and standard-definition (SD) TV signals. A composite and  
S-video switcher accepts NTSC, PAL or SECAM video signals. Both  
switchers are designed to pass video signals without alteration or  
degradation. In addition, the SDP-40HD can convert composite and  
S-video input signals to analog component video.  
Some DVD players and enhanced-definition (ED) digital TV  
broadcasts have a 480p resolution. For digital video input sources  
using an HDMI interface, the SDP-40HD delivers these resolutions  
through the HDMI switcher.  
Resolution is defined by the number of horizontal lines displayed  
on-screen that comprise each frame of a video image. The more  
lines of resolution used to create each frame of video, the greater  
the detail and sharpness of the image. For example, the resolution  
known as 720p refers to 720 horizontal lines of progressive video.  
The resolution known as 1080i refers to 1,080 lines of interlaced  
video.  
High-definition digital TV (HDTV) broadcasts require equipment  
that can process and display digital video signals at a resolution of  
either 720p or 1080i. For sources with HDMI digital video outputs,  
the SDP-40HD delivers these resolutions through the HDMI output  
to compatible display devices.  
An unparalleled processor, the SDP-40HD conveys the best in music  
and cinema with awesome power and leading-edge technological  
sophistication. Even the most demanding enthusiasts will be  
impressed with its exceptional performance. The SDP-40HD is a  
must-have addition for any high-quality home theater.  
Analog 720p or 1080i video signals can pass through the  
broadcast-quality component video switcher. In comparison, most  
standard-definition (SDTV) broadcasts have a resolution of 480i.  
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HIGHLIGHTS  
12 channels  
Stereo subwoofer connectors, and one  
LFE output connector  
DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, and DTS-ES  
(discrete and matrix) decoding  
12 configurable inputs  
3 independent zones  
6 HDMI input connectors  
Manual calibration of speaker distances  
and output levels  
THX Ultra2 and THX Surround EX  
decoding  
4 sets component video input  
connectors with full HDTV compatibility  
(3 RCA, 1BNC)  
THX Ultra2 Certification  
13 digital audio input connectors,  
including 6 S/PDIF coaxial, 6 S/PDIF  
optical, and 1 AES/EBU  
RS-232 connector for flash memory  
software upgrades and configuration  
backups  
1 set BNC component video output  
connectors  
5.1-channel analog audio input  
connector  
1 HDMI output connector  
3 S-video input connectors  
2 digital audio output connectors  
Balanced audio output connectors for  
all Main Zone and Zone 2 channels  
2 composite video input connectors  
Broadcast-quality video switching  
Four 32-bit DSP engines  
4 composite video output connectors  
(2 Main Zone, 2 Record Zone)  
Analog bypass option for stereo and  
5.1-channel analog audio input  
connectors  
4 S-video output connectors (2 Main  
Zone, 2 Record Zone)  
Separate DSP engine for decoding  
compressed audio sources  
Auto switching between digital and  
analog audio input connectors  
3 trigger output connectors  
Rear panel IR input connector  
4 microphone input connectors  
LOGIC 7 decoding  
24-bit/192kHz D/A converters for all  
Main Zone audio channels  
Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Pro  
Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, and Dolby Pro  
Logic IIx decoding  
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SDP-40HD  
Getting Started  
PRODUCT REGISTRATION  
Please register the SDP-40HD Digital Controller within 15 days of  
purchase. Register online at www.jbl.com. Retain the original sales  
receipt as proof of warranty coverage.  
DO NOT obstruct the front-panel IR receiver window. The remote  
control must be in line of sight with the IR receiver for proper  
operation.  
DO NOT install the SDP-40HD on a surface that is unstable or  
unable to support all four feet, unless it is installed in an  
equipment rack.  
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS  
The SDP-40HD requires special care during installation to ensure  
optimal performance. Pay particular attention to instructions below  
and to other precautions that appear throughout this user guide.  
DO NOT stack the SDP-40HD directly above heat-producing  
equipment such as a power amplifier.  
DO install the SDP-40HD on a solid, flat, level surface such as a table  
or shelf. The SDP-40HD can also be installed in a standard 19-inch  
equipment rack using an optional rack-mount kit available from an  
authorized dealer.  
CAUTION!  
Before moving the SDP-40HD, power the unit off using  
the rear-panel power switch and unplug the power cord  
from the wall outlet.  
DO select a dry, well-ventilated location out of direct sunlight.  
DO NOT expose the SDP-40HD to high temperatures, humidity,  
steam, smoke, dampness or excessive dust. Avoid installing the  
SDP-40HD near radiators and other heat-producing appliances.  
DO NOT install the SDP-40HD near unshielded TV or FM antennas,  
cable TV decoders, or other RF-emitting devices that might cause  
interference.  
DO NOT place the SDP-40HD on a thick rug or carpet, or cover the  
SDP-40HD with a cloth, as this might prevent proper cooling.  
DO NOT place the SDP-40HD on a window sill or any location  
exposed to direct sunlight.  
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REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT  
The remote control requires two AA batteries (included).  
To install the remote control batteries:  
1. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the remote control. Press the tab and lift the cover away from the remote control.  
2. Observing the proper polarity, insert two AA batteries.  
3. Align the cover over the battery compartment and gently press down until it snaps back into place.  
The batteries should be replaced as needed. Alkaline batteries, which last longer without leaking, are recommended. When battery power is  
low, the remote control enters a low-voltage condition, preventing it from operating the SDP-40HD. When this occurs, replace the batteries.  
Normal operation will resume when new batteries are installed.  
To replace the remote control batteries, remove the old batteries and install new ones following steps above.  
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Basic Operation  
Status Menu Parameter Descriptions ....................................................... 2-26  
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FRONT-PANEL OVERVIEW  
The SDP-40HD is shown below. The numbers in the front panel illustration correspond with the numbered items below.  
2
3
4
6
7
5
8
1
10  
11  
9
12  
1. Standby Button  
2. Front Panel Display  
3. IR Receiver  
7. Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons  
8. Record Zone Input Selection Buttons  
9. Record Zone Off Button  
10. Zone 2 Off Button  
4. Volume Knob  
5. Mode and Buttons  
11. Main Zone Off Button  
12. Mute Button  
6. Main Zone Input Selection Buttons  
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SDP-40HD  
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1 STANDBY BUTTON  
4 VOLUME KNOB  
Use the Standby button to activate or deactivate standby mode.  
The Standby button performs no function when the SDP-40HD rear  
panel power switch is powered off. When standby mode is  
deactivated, all SDP-40HD zones that were active during the last  
session are reactivated. The red LED in the Standby button lights to  
indicate that standby mode is activated. Power is still supplied to  
the SDP-40HD when it is put into standby mode.  
Use the volume knob to adjust volume level in all zones.  
Note:  
When SDP-40HD output levels are properly calibrated, the +0dB volume  
level setting corresponds to the THX reference level (75dB).  
To adjust the Main Zone volume level:  
Rotate the volume knob clockwise or  
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the  
volume level in 1dB increments. A horizontal  
bar graph indicating the current Main Zone volume level appears in  
the on-screen and front-panel displays. The Main Zone volume  
range is –80 to +6dB.  
VOLUME  
-34dB  
2 FRONT-PANEL DISPLAY  
Use the front-panel display to view the current input, listening  
mode, input source, and volume level. The 2 x 20 character display  
also functions as a display for messages and menus.  
To adjust the Zone 2 or Record Zone volume level:  
3 IR RECEIVER  
1. Press and hold the front panel Zone 2 or Record Zone input selec-  
tion button that corresponds with the current input source. For  
example, if the current input source is DVD1, press and hold the  
Zone 2 or Record Zone DVD1 input selection button.  
The IR receiver accepts infrared commands from the SDP-40HD  
remote control. There are three associated LEDs.  
The amber LED blinks when a remote control command is  
received.  
2. Rotate the volume knob clockwise or  
ZONE 2 VOLUME -34dB  
counterclockwise to increase or decrease  
the volume level in 1dB increments. A hor-  
izontal bar graph appears on the on-  
screen and front panel displays. The Zone  
2 or Record Zone volume ranges are –80  
to +6dB.  
The red LED lights when the A/D converters are overloading.  
The blue LED lights when the SDP-40HD is powered on and  
activated – even if the FRONT PANEL DISPLAY menu STATUS  
parameter is set to ALWAYS OFF.  
RECORD VOLUME -34dB  
3. When the Zone 2 or Record Zone volume level has been set,  
release the input selection button.  
Red LED  
Blue LED  
Amber LED  
Remote control input selection buttons cannot be used to select  
Zone 2 or Record Zone volume level adjustment, even if the Zone 2  
or Record Zone command bank is activated.  
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FRONT-PANEL OVERVIEW (continued)  
5 MODE AND BUTTONS  
selection button activates the Record Zone and selects the  
corresponding input. The Main Zone and Zone 2 remain  
deactivated until a Main Zone or Zone 2 input is selected.  
Use the Mode buttons to scroll to the previous and next available  
listening mode. Scrolling occurs in the order shown in the MODE  
ADJUST menu (See “Mode Adjust” on page 2.). Press the  
Mode button to scroll upward through available listening modes.  
Press the Mode button to scroll downward through available  
listening modes.  
9 RECORD ZONE OFF BUTTON  
Deactivates the Record Zone.  
6 MAIN ZONE INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS  
10 ZONE 2 OFF BUTTON  
Selects an input in the Main Zone. When an input is selected, a  
blue LED lights on the corresponding input selection button. When  
the Main Zone is deactivated, pressing a Main Zone input selection  
button activates the Main Zone and selects the corresponding  
input. Zone 2 and the Record Zone remain deactivated until a Zone  
2 or Record Zone input is selected.  
Deactivates Zone 2.  
11 MAIN ZONE OFF BUTTON  
Deactivates the Main Zone.  
12 MUTE BUTTON  
7 ZONE 2 INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS  
Press the Mute button to mute the SDP-40HD Main Zone volume;  
"MUTE ON" appears in the on-screen and front panel displays.  
Press the Mute button again to restore the SDP-40HD volume to its  
original level. Under VOLUME CONTROL SETUP, the MUTE LEVEL  
parameter can be used to set mute levels.  
Selects the input in Zone 2. When an input is selected, an amber  
LED lights on the corresponding input selection button. When  
Zone 2 is deactivated, pressing a Zone 2 input selection button  
activates Zone 2 and selects the corresponding input. The Main  
and Record Zones remain deactivated until a Main or Record Zone  
input is selected.  
Mute can be activated automatically or manually. For example, the  
SDP-40HD briefly activates mute when changing input sources or  
listening modes. The amber LED on the Mute button lights  
whenever mute is activated.  
8 RECORD ZONE INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS  
Selects an input in the Record Zone. When an input is selected, a  
red LED lights on the corresponding input selection button. When  
the Record Zone is deactivated, pressing a Record Zone input  
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SDP-40HD  
Basic Operation  
REAR-PANEL OVERVIEW  
The SDP-40HD is shown below. The numbers in the rear-panel illustrations correspond with the numbered items.  
3
1
2
4
8
11  
7
5
6
10  
9
L
FRONT  
R
CENTER  
LFE  
L
SUBWOOFER  
R
L
SIDE  
R
L
REAR  
R
L
AUX  
R
L
ZONE 2  
R
20  
19  
18  
13  
14  
15  
12  
17  
16  
1. S-video Input Connectors  
2. Composite Video Input Connectors  
8. Record Zone Video Output Connectors  
9. IR In Connector  
3. Component Video Input Connectors  
4. HDMI Input Connectors  
10. Removable Access Panel  
11. Power Switch  
5. HDMI Output Connector  
12. AC Input Connector  
6. Main Video Output Connectors  
7. Zone 2 Audio Output Connectors  
13. Record Zone Audio Output Connectors  
14. RS-232 Connectors  
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15. Main Audio Output Connectors  
4 HDMI INPUT CONNECTORS  
16. Microphone Input Connectors  
Provides HDMI audio/video input to the Main Zone (not available for  
the Record Zone). Six HDMI connectors labeled HDMI 1 to 6 are  
available.  
17. Trigger Output Connectors  
18. Digital Audio Input Connectors (AES/EBU, S/PDIF, & OMJ)  
19. Balanced Audio Output Connectors  
20. Analog Audio Input Connectors  
Note:  
A DVI (Digital Visual Interface) device can be connected to the  
SDP-40HD through a DVI-to-HDMI cable or adaptor. DVI carries video  
but no audio.  
CAUTION!  
Never make or break connections to the SDP-40HD unless  
the SDP-40HD and all associated components are powered  
off.  
5 HDMI OUTPUT CONNECTOR  
Provides HDMI output from the Main Zone. One HDMI output  
connector is available. The HDMI OUT connector supports HDCP  
(High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection).  
1 S-VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS  
Provides video input to the Main and Record Zones. Three S-video  
connectors labeled S-VIDEO 1 to 3 are available.  
Note:  
A DVI (Digital Visual Interface) device can be connected to the  
SDP-40HD through a DVI-to-HDMI cable or adaptor. The DVI device  
must be HDCP compliant.  
2 COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS  
Provides video input to the Main and Record Zones. Two  
composite video connectors labeled VIDEO 1 and 2 are available.  
6 MAIN VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
Provides video output from the Main Zone. Two composite video  
connectors, two S-video connectors, and one set of component  
video connectors (BNC) are available. The composite and S-video  
connectors labeled 1 (OSD), and the component video connectors  
incorporate the on-screen display.  
3 COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS  
Provides video input to the Main Zone. Four sets of component  
video connectors (three RCA and one BNC) labeled INPUT 1 to 4  
are available. The component video connectors are not available for  
the Record Zone.  
Composite video output is available when a composite or S-video  
source is present.  
S-video output is available when an S-video source is present.  
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Component video output is available when a component,  
composite, or S-video source is present.  
10 REMOVABLE ACCESS PANEL  
Covers the expansion slot, which is reserved for emerging  
technologies.  
Note:  
The video outputs that incorporate the on-screen display (OSD) can  
also display the two-line status. However, to view the two-line status  
through the component output, it must be configured to convert and  
display composite or S-video. See “COMPONENT IN” on page  
page 12.  
11 POWER SWITCH  
The Power Switch disconnects power from the AC Input Connector  
(12) to the product. The I and O positions represent “on” and “off”  
status, respectively. When the SDP-40HD is powered on, the front-  
panel Standby button or remote control On button can be used to  
activate and deactivate standby mode. When the SDP-40HD is  
powered off, standby mode is not available.  
CAUTION!  
Never make or break connections to the SDP-40HD unless  
the SDP-40HD and all associated components are powered  
off.  
7 ZONE 2 AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
12 AC INPUT CONNECTOR  
Provides analog audio output from Zone 2. Two sets of stereo  
connectors are available. The connectors labeled “Fix” pass audio  
at fixed output levels. The connectors labeled “Var” pass audio at  
variable output levels and include a built-in volume control.  
Provides power to the SDP-40HD through the supplied power cord.  
13 RECORD ZONE AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
Provides analog and digital audio output from the Record Zone.  
Two stereo connectors labeled Audio L/R output analog audio. The  
connector labeled “Fix” passes audio at a fixed output level. The  
connector labeled “Var” passes audio at variable output levels and  
includes a built-in volume control. Two S/PDIF connectors (one  
coaxial and one optical) output digital audio.  
8 RECORD ZONE VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
Provides video output from the Record Zone. Two composite video  
connectors and two S-video connectors are available. These  
connectors can be used to connect a monitor or video recording  
device.  
These connectors can be used to connect a recording device. When  
the Record Zone audio output connector labeled Var is connected  
to a recording device, you should set the volume to +0dB to  
achieve appropriate recording levels. See “REC PWR ON” on page  
page 55 for more information.  
9 IR IN CONNECTOR  
Accepts input of IR signals from infrared distribution equipment.  
One 3.5mm jack that accepts a stereo plug (Tip/Ring/Sleeve  
connection) or mono plug (Tip/Sleeve connection) is available.  
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Basic Operation  
JBL  
REAR-PANEL OVERVIEW (continued)  
18 DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS  
(AES/EBU & S/PDIF)  
Provides digital audio input to all zones. One AES/EBU (XLR), six S/  
PDIF coaxial (RCA), and six S/PDIF TOSLINKTM optical input  
connectors are available. These connectors are compatible with  
PCM (44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96kHz), Dolby Digital, and DTS-ES  
sources. These connectors are not compatible with MPEG or MP3  
sources.  
14 RS-232 CONNECTORS  
The RS-232 serial connector (1) is used to perform backup and  
restoration of configuration files and flash memory software  
upgrades. The RS-232 connector (2) is capable of supporting  
future developments.  
19 BALANCED AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
15 MAIN ZONE AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
Provides balanced analog audio outputs in the Main Zone and  
Zone 2. Ten connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, Subwoofer  
L/R, Side L/R, and Rear L/R are available in the Main Zone. The  
connectors labeled Aux L/R are provided for future expansion. Two  
connectors labeled Zone 2 L/R are available for Zone 2.  
Provides analog audio output from the Main Zone. Ten connectors  
labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, Subwoofer L/R, Side L/R, and Rear L/  
R are available. Two connectors labeled Aux L/R are provided for  
future expansion.  
16 MICROPHONE INPUT CONNECTORS  
20 ANALOG AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS  
Provides microphone input. Four 3.5mm Tip/Ring/Sleeve  
connectors are available.  
Provides analog audio input. Eight stereo analog audio input  
connectors labeled 1 to 8 are available. Connectors labeled 6, 7  
and 8 can be configured as 5.1-channel connectors.  
17 TRIGGER OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
When a 5.1-channel analog audio source is present in the Main  
Zone input signals are sent to the Main Zone audio output  
connectors as indicated in the table on the following page. If the  
ANALOG BYPASS is ON, a 5.1-channel analog source is present in  
the Main Zone, and the INPUT SETUP menu ZONE2 IN or RECORD  
IN parameter is set to DMIX, only the (L) and (R) input signals are  
sent to the Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors.  
Provides 12V DC output to control connected components. Three  
trigger output connectors are available on a removable terminal  
block. The PWR connector – the power trigger output connector –  
cannot be configured. It is activated when the SDP-40HD is  
activated, and deactivated when the SDP-40HD is deactivated. The  
trigger output connectors (1) and (2) can be configured for remote  
or program operation.  
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SDP-40HD  
Basic Operation  
REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW  
Input Connector  
(L) & (R)  
(C)  
Output Connector  
Front L/ R  
The SDP-40HD remote control provides full operation of the  
SDP-40HD, including commands such as menu navigation that are  
not available from the front-panel. The command matrix, beginning  
on page 2-1100, indicates the commands that remote control  
buttons perform when each command bank is active. The numbered  
items in the matrix correspond with the remote control illustrations.  
Center  
(SUB)  
Subwoofer L/R & LFE  
Side L/R and Rear L/R  
(LS) & (RS)  
OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS  
The following factors can improve or impede remote control  
operation.  
Note the following before operating the SDP-40HD remote con-  
trol:  
The remote control must be in line of sight with the front-  
panel IR receiver. Eliminate obstructions between the remote  
control and the IR receiver. The remote control may become  
unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light shines on the IR  
receiver.  
For optimal performance, position the remote control at a 30  
degree angle no more than 17 feet (5m) from the SDP-40HD.  
Placing the SDP-40HD inside a smoked glass cabinet will  
reduce the remote control range.  
Remote controls for different components can interfere with  
one another. Avoid using remote controls for different compo-  
nents at the same time.  
Remote control batteries should be replaced as needed.  
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Basic Operation  
JBL  
The MAIN MENUSETUPDISPLAYSON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
menu REMOTE STATE parameter controls the remote control  
command bank indicator that appears on the on-screen display.  
When the REMOTE STATE parameter is set to ON, a command  
bank indicator appears in the top-right corner of the on-screen  
display to indicate the last command bank from which the  
SDP-40HD received a command. A “Z” appears to indicate Zone 2.  
An “R” appears to indicate the Record Zone. An “S” appears to  
indicate the Shift command bank. No letter appears when the Main  
Zone command bank is active. When the REMOTE STATE  
parameter is set to OFF, no command bank indicator appears on  
the on-screen display.  
COMMAND BANK ACTIVATION  
Remote control buttons perform different commands depending on  
whether the Main Zone, Zone 2, Record Zone, or Shift command  
bank is activated. Pressing and releasing a remote control command  
bank selection button – MAIN, ZONE, REC, or SHIFT – activates the  
corresponding command bank. The selected command bank  
remains active until another command bank is activated.  
The command bank selection buttons themselves do not send  
commands to the SDP-40HD. When pressed and released, these  
buttons activate the corresponding command bank. For example,  
pressing and releasing the SHIFT button activates the Shift  
command bank. When the Shift command bank is activated,  
pressing and releasing the DVD-1 button turns off the Main Zone.  
See Command Matrix, page 2-11.  
Note:  
Remote control command bank selection buttons should not be pressed  
and held.  
To activate a command bank:  
1. Press and release a command bank selection button to activate  
the desired command bank.  
The command matrix that begins on the next page indicates  
which commands the remote control buttons perform when  
each command bank is activated.  
2. Press a remote control button to send a command to the  
SDP-40HD.  
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SDP-40HD  
Basic Operation  
command matrix provide a more detailed explanation of the  
functionality and menu structure of the digital controller that can  
be accessed through the remote control.  
COMMAND MATRIX  
The numbers in the remote control illustrations correspond to the  
numbered items in the matrix. The sections following the  
1
2
Button  
Main Zone  
Zone 2  
Record Zone  
Shift  
Activates and deactivates standby mode when the SDP-40HD rear panel power switch is in the on position.  
When standby mode is activated, pressing the standby button deactivates standby mode and activates the  
SDP-40HD, including all zones that were activated during the previous operating session. When standby  
mode is deactivated, pressing the standby button activates standby mode and deactivates the SDP-40HD. The  
red front panel standby button LED lights to indicate that standby mode is activated.  
MAIN  
ZONE  
REC  
1
3
SHIFT  
DVD-1  
DVD-2  
SAT  
L D  
TV  
CD  
VCR  
GAME  
AUX  
Note: Power is still supplied to the SDP-40HD when standby mode is activated.  
4
PVR  
Activates the remote control back-light, illuminating remote control buttons to make them more visible in the  
dark. The back-light also illuminates whenever a remote control button is pressed. Once illuminated, the back-  
light remains on for about 5 seconds before extinguishing.  
2
3
TAPE  
TUNER  
FP  
MODE  
BLUE  
OSD  
VOL  
Activates the Main Zone command bank, which includes commands that control the Main Zone.  
Activates the Zone 2 command bank, which includes commands that control Zone 2 and the Main Zone.  
STAT  
MUTE  
MENU  
Activates the Record Zone command bank, which includes commands that control the Record Zone.  
Activates the Shift command bank, which includes commands that control all zones.  
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2 CH  
Selects the DVD1 input Selects the DVD1 input Selects the DVD1 input Deactivates the Main Zone.  
4
MUSIC  
for the Main Zone.  
for Zone 2.  
for the Record Zone.  
Selects the DVD2 input Selects the DVD2 input Selects the DVD2 input Deactivates Zone 2.  
for the Main Zone. for Zone 2. for the Record Zone.  
Selects the LD input for Selects the LD input for Selects the LD input for Deactivates the Record  
the Main Zone. Zone 2. the Record Zone. Zone.  
Selects the TV input for Selects the TV input for Selects the TV input for Sets the AUDIO CONTROLS  
the Main Zone.  
Zone 2.  
the Record Zone.  
menu LOUDNESS parameter  
to ON.  
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Basic Operation  
JBL  
Button  
Main Zone  
Zone 2  
Record Zone  
Shift  
Selects the SAT input for Selects the SAT input for Selects the SAT input for Sets the AUDIO CON-  
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the Main Zone.  
Zone 2.  
the Record Zone.  
TROLS menu LOUD-  
MAIN  
ZONE  
REC  
NESS parameter to OFF.  
SHIFT  
Selects the VCR input for Selects the VCR input for Selects the VCR input  
the Main Zone. Zone 2. for the Record Zone.  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
DVD-1  
DVD-2  
SAT  
L D  
TV  
CD  
VCR  
GAME  
AUX  
4
PVR  
Selects the CD input for Selects the CD input for Selects the CD input for Increases the AUDIO  
the Main Zone.  
for Zone 2.  
the Record Zone.  
CONTROLS menu BASS  
parameter in 0.5dB  
increments.  
TAPE  
TUNER  
FP  
Selects the PVR input for Selects the PVR input for Selects the PVR input for Increases the AUDIO  
MODE  
BLUE  
OSD  
VOL  
the Main Zone.  
Zone 2.  
the Record Zone.  
CONTROLS menu TRE-  
BLE parameter in 0.5dB  
increments.  
STAT  
MUTE  
Selects the GAME input Selects the GAME input Selects the GAME input Increases the AUDIO  
for the Main Zone.  
for Zone 2.  
for the Record Zone.  
CONTROLS menu TILT  
EQ parameter in 0.2dB  
increments.  
MENU  
Selects the TAPE input Selects the TAPE input  
for the Main Zone. for Zone2.  
Selects the TAPE input Decreases the AUDIO  
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2 CH  
for the Record Zone.  
CONTROLS menu BASS  
parameter in 0.5dB  
increments.  
MUSIC  
Selects the TUNER input Selects the TUNER input Selects the TUNER input Decreases the AUDIO  
for the Main Zone.  
for Zone 2.  
for the Record Zone.  
CONTROLS menu TRE-  
BLE parameter in 0.5dB  
increments.  
Selects the AUX input  
for the Main Zone.  
Selects the AUX input  
for Zone 2.  
Selects the AUX input  
for the Record Zone.  
Decreases the AUDIO  
CONTROLS menu TILT  
EQ parameter in 0.2dB  
increments.  
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SDP-40HD  
Basic Operation  
Button  
Main Zone  
Zone 2  
Record Zone  
Shift  
Toggles the FRONT  
PANEL DISPLAY menu  
STATUS parameter  
Sets Zone 2 volume  
level to -15dB  
Sets Record Zone vol-  
ume level to -15dB  
Sets Main Zone volume  
level to -15dB.  
5
MAIN  
ZONE  
REC  
SHIFT  
between ALWAYS OFF  
and the current setting.  
DVD-1  
DVD-2  
SAT  
L D  
TV  
CD  
VCR  
GAME  
AUX  
Toggles the ON SCREEN Sets Zone 2 volume  
Sets Record Zone vol-  
ume level to -30dB  
Sets Main Zone volume  
level to -30dB.  
6
7
DISPLAY menu BACK-  
GROUND parameter  
between ON and OFF.  
level to -30dB  
PVR  
TAPE  
TUNER  
5
8
6
9
Toggles the ON SCREEN Reserved for possible  
DISPLAY menu STATUS future expansion.  
parameter between  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
Sets the AUDIO CON-  
TROL menu BASS, TRE-  
BLE, and TILT EQ  
parameters to +0.0dB.  
However, the screen dis-  
plays:  
FP  
MODE  
BLUE  
OSD  
VOL  
ALWAYS OFF and the  
current setting.  
7
STAT  
MUTE  
EQ BALANCE  
EQ OFF  
10  
MENU  
Scroll to the previous or Activates (+) and deacti- Activates (+) and deacti- Deactivates (+) and acti-  
next available listening vates (-) the trigger out- vates (-) the trigger out- vates (-) standby mode  
mode, with the current put connector labeled 1 put connector labeled 2 when the SDP-40HD is  
8
7 / 5  
2 CH  
Main Zone input source. when the connector is  
when the connector is  
configured for remote  
operation.  
powered on with the rear  
panel power switch.  
Scrolling occurs in the  
order shown on the  
MODE ADJUST menu.  
configured for remote  
operation.  
MUSIC  
Increases and decreases Increases and decreases Increases and decreases Increases and decreases  
Main Zone volume level Zone 2 volume level in Record Zone volume Main Zone volume level  
in 1dB increments. 1dB increments. level in 1dB increments. in 3dB increments.  
9
Toggles between lower- Toggles between full  
ing Main Zone volume Zone 2 muting and  
level and restoring Main restoring Zone 2 vol-  
Toggles between full  
Record Zone muting  
and restoring Record  
Zone volume to the  
original level.  
Toggles between full  
10  
Main Zone muting and  
restoring Main Zone vol-  
ume to the original level.  
Zone volume to the  
original level.  
ume to the original  
level.  
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JBL  
Button  
Main Zone  
Zone 2  
Record Zone  
Shift  
Displays the Main Zone Displays the Zone 2  
Displays the Record Opens and closes the sta-  
tus menu for the current  
MAIN  
ZONE  
REC  
11  
two-line status for 2 sec- two-line status for 2 sec- Zone two-line status  
SHIFT  
input source.  
onds.  
onds.  
for 2 seconds.  
DVD-1  
DVD-2  
SAT  
L D  
When a menu is open, Centers the AUDIO  
pressing the MENU but- CONTROLS menu  
ton closes the structure. ZONE2 BALANCE  
Centers the AUDIO  
CONTROLS menu  
RECORD BALANCE  
parameter.  
Centers the AUDIO CON-  
TROLS menu Main Zone  
BALANCE and FADER  
parameters.  
12  
TV  
CD  
VCR  
GAME  
AUX  
PVR  
When no menus are  
open, pressing the  
MENU button opens the  
MAIN MENU.  
parameter.  
TAPE  
TUNER  
FP  
MODE  
BLUE  
OSD  
VOL  
Adjusts the AUDIO  
CONTROLS menu  
ZONE2 BALANCE  
parameter left and right. parameter left and  
right.  
Adjusts the AUDIO  
CONTROLS menu  
RECORD BALANCE  
Adjusts the AUDIO CON-  
TROLS menu Main Zone  
BALANCE parameters left  
and right.  
Closes the current ()  
menu or opens the  
menu structure and  
selects the highlighted  
13  
11  
12  
STAT  
MUTE  
menu item ().  
MENU  
Scroll upward and  
downward through  
menu items.  
Increase and decrease  
subwoofer output levels future expansion.  
applied to the current  
Reserved for possible Adjusts the AUDIO CON-  
13  
14  
13  
15  
TROLS menu Main Zone  
FADER parameters for-  
ward () and backward  
().  
7 / 5  
2 CH  
listening mode.  
MUSIC  
Toggles between 7-  
channel and 5-channel future expansion.  
playback.  
Reserved for possible  
Reserved for possible Adjusts the MAIN ADV  
14  
15  
future expansion.  
menu INPUT SELECT  
parameter, cycling  
through the ANALOG,  
DIGITAL, and AUTO set-  
tings.  
Toggles between the  
current listening mode future expansion.  
and the 2-CHANNEL lis-  
Reserved for possible  
Reserved for possible Toggles the MAIN ADV  
future expansion.  
menu ANALOG BYPASS  
parameter between ON  
and OFF.  
tening mode.  
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SDP-40HD  
Basic Operation  
Button  
Main Zone  
Zone 2  
Record Zone  
Shift  
Selects the THX mode  
family for the current  
input source.  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
Activates the THX UL2Cin  
or the THX SurEX listen-  
ing mode when a  
MAIN  
ZONE  
REC  
16  
SHIFT  
5.1-channelDolbyDigital  
source is present.  
DVD-1  
DVD-2  
SAT  
L D  
TV  
CD  
VCR  
GAME  
AUX  
Selects the Dolby mode Reserved for possible  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
Activates the Dolby Dig-  
ital EX or Dolby Digital  
listening mode when a  
5.1-channel Dolby Digi-  
tal source is present.  
family for the current  
input source.  
future expansion.  
PVR  
TAPE  
TUNER  
FP  
Selects the LOGIC 7 FILM Reserved for possible  
mode family for the cur- future expansion.  
rent input source.  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
Activates the PAN-  
ORAMA listening mode.  
MODE  
BLUE  
OSD  
VOL  
STAT  
MUTE  
Selects the LOGIC 7 TV Reserved for possible  
mode family for the cur- future expansion.  
rent input source.  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
Activates the MONO  
LOGIC listening mode  
for 2-channel sources  
and the 5.1 MONO  
LOGIC listening mode  
for 5.1 channel Dolby  
Digital sources.  
MENU  
7 / 5  
2 CH  
16  
Selects the DTS mode  
family for the current  
input source.  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
When a DTS(-ES) source  
is present, pressing the  
dts button toggles the  
ES DECODING parame-  
ter, cycling through the  
AUTO, ON, and OFF set-  
tings.  
MUSIC  
Selects the LOGIC 7  
MUSIC mode family for future expansion.  
the current input source.  
Reserved for possible  
Reserved for possible  
future expansion.  
Activates the L7 MUSIC  
SURR listening mode.  
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JBL  
MENU NAVIGATION  
Use the remote control Menu and arrow buttons to navigate the  
extensive menu structure shown in the Appendix. The table below  
indicates the navigation commands that the remote control  
buttons perform when the Main Zone command bank is activated.  
MAIN MENU  
The MAIN MENU represents the  
beginning of the menu structure. Use  
the MAIN MENU to open the three main  
menu branches: MODE ADJUST, AUDIO  
CONTROLS, and SETUP.  
MAIN MENU  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
Button  
Navigation Function(s)  
• When no menus are displayed, press the MENU button to open the MAIN MENU.  
• When a menu is open, press the MENU button to close the menu structure.  
• When no menus are displayed, press the arrow button to open the MAIN MENU.  
• When a menu is open, press the arrow button to select the highlighted menu item.  
• When a menu is open, press the arrow button to close the menu and, in most cases, open the previous  
menu. Subsequent presses continue to close the current menu and open the previous menu until the MAIN  
MENU is closed. When the MAIN MENU is closed, the menu structure is also closed.  
• When no menus are displayed, pressing the arrow button performs no function.  
• When a drop-down menu is open, press the arrow button to select the current setting and close the drop-  
down menu.  
When a menu is open, press the or arrow buttons to scroll upward or downward through the complete  
list of menu items. All menu items are displayed on-screen. A scroll bar appears on the left side of the menu  
when menu items exceed the top and bottom margins of the display, and the cursor automatically advances  
to the next menu item when the first or last menu item is passed. The highlighted menu item is displayed on  
the SDP-40HD front panel.  
Use the remote control Menu arrows to select menu items.  
MENU ITEM SELECTION  
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SDP-40HD  
Basic Operation  
To select a menu item:  
1. Press the remote control or arrow buttons to highlight the  
PARAMETER DROP-DOWN MENUS  
desired menu item.  
When certain menu parameters are selected, a drop-down menu  
opens with a list of available parameter settings. For example,  
selecting the DISPLAY SETUP menu CUSTOM NAME parameter  
opens a drop-down menu for selecting the ON or OFF setting.  
2. When the desired menu item is highlighted, press the arrow  
button to select the highlighted item. If you select an option,  
another menu displays. If you select a parameter, a parameter  
menu or horizontal graph opens.  
ON  
OFF  
DISPLAY SETUP  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
MENU OPTIONS  
OFF  
OFF  
CUSTOM NAME  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
Selecting a menu option opens another menu within the menu  
structure. For example, selecting SETUP from the MAIN MENU opens  
the SETUP menu.  
SETUP  
To select a setting in a parameter drop-down menu:  
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGER  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
1. When the drop-down menu opens, press the remote control  
or arrow button to scroll up or down through the com-  
plete list of available settings. The current setting is displayed  
beneath the parameter name in the on-screen and front-panel  
displays.  
LOCK OPTIONS  
2. When the desired setting appears beneath the parameter  
name, press the arrow button to accept the setting and  
close the drop-down menu.  
MENU PARAMETERS  
Selecting a menu parameter opens a drop-down menu or  
horizontal bar graph that is used to select the desired setting.  
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JBL  
HORIZONTAL BAR GRAPHS  
Selecting some menu parameters opens a horizontal bar graph. The  
bar graph indicates the position of the current parameter setting  
within the entire parameter range. The setting appears to the right of  
the parameter name in the on-screen and front-panel displays.  
For example, selecting the DISPLAY SETUP menu A/V SYNC DELAY  
parameter opens the horizontal bar graph shown below, which is  
used to adjust the amount of audio delay.  
OFF, 1 to 60ms  
DISPLAY SETUP  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
OFF  
OFF  
CUSTOM NAME  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
To adjust a parameter setting with a horizontal bar graph:  
1. When the horizontal bar graph appears, press the remote con-  
trol or arrow button to increase or decrease the setting in  
designated increments.  
The setting appears to the right of the parameter name in the  
on-screen and front-panel displays.  
2. When you have finished adjusting the settings, press the arrow  
button to select the current setting and close the horizontal bar  
graph.  
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SDP-40HD  
Basic Operation  
The MAIN MENUSETUPINPUTSINPUT SETUP  
menu ZONE2 IN or RECORD IN parameter is set to  
DMIX.  
ABOUT THE ZONES  
The SDP-40HD features three zones of operation: the Main Zone,  
Zone 2, and the Record Zone. The Main Zone controls audio and  
video sources in the primary listening space. Zone 2 controls  
audio sources in the secondary listening space. The Record Zone  
controls audio and video sources sent to recording devices or to a  
third listening space.  
3. When the MAIN MENUSETUPINPUTSINPUT SETUP  
menu ZONE2 IN or RECORD IN parameter is set to ANLG, the  
Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors are not avail-  
able during 5.1mc BYPASS listening mode. However, it is possi-  
ble to have a 5.1-channel analog audio source present in the  
Main Zone and a digital audio source present in Zone 2 or the  
Record Zone.  
These zones have separate digital audio receivers and dedicated  
analog source selectors that allow for independent input  
selection in each zone. The SDP-40HD can process input sources  
in three zones at the same time. For example, the SDP-40HD can  
play a DVD in the Main Zone, while playing a CD in Zone 2,  
while sending satellite receiver signals to a VCR in the Record  
Zone.  
4. When an HDMI source is selected for digital audio input, the  
down-mixed audio is available on the digital audio output in  
the Record Zone. When the source on the HDMI connector is  
copy-protected DVD-Audio, no digital audio is output, but  
analog audio is still output.  
The following are exceptions to independent zone operation:  
1. When a Dolby Digital or DTS(-ES) source is present in the  
Main Zone, the same Dolby Digital or DTS(-ES) source can  
also be present in Zone 2 or the Record Zone. However, a dif-  
ferent Dolby Digital or DTS(-ES) source cannot be present in  
Zone 2 or the Record Zone.  
2. Main Zone multi-channel audio can be down-mixed in Zone 2  
or the Record Zone when all of the following conditions are  
met:  
A Dolby Digital or DTS(-ES) source is present in the Main  
Zone.  
The Main Zone input is also selected in Zone 2 or the  
Record Zone. For example, if the DVD1 input is selected  
in the Main Zone, the DVD1 input must also be selected  
in Zone 2 or the Record Zone.  
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vertical alignment of the two-line status on the display device  
screen.  
TWO-LINE STATUS  
The two-line status opens on the on-screen and front panel displays  
whenever the SDP-40HD detects a status change such as a new  
input source or listening mode. The information included on the  
two-line status differs depending on the zone in which the  
SDP-40HD last detected a status change.  
Notes:  
• When the display device is connected to a component video output  
connector and the ADVANCED menu COMPONENT OSD parameter is  
set to OFF, the display device does not show the on-screen display,  
including the two-line status.  
MAIN ZONE TWO-LINE STATUS  
• The two-line status displays on the component video output only when  
VIDEO IN is set to composite or S-video and COMPONENT IN is set to  
VIDEO.  
Opens on the on-screen and front panel  
displays whenever the Main Zone status  
changes. The Main Zone two-line status  
DVD1  
FILM  
D
VOL  
-34dB  
indicates the current input, listening mode, input source, and  
volume level selected in the Main Zone.  
ZONE 2 TWO-LINE STATUS  
Opens on the on-screen and front panel  
displays whenever the Zone 2 status changes.  
The Zone 2 two-line status indicates the  
DVD1  
ZONE 2  
D
VOL  
-34dB  
current input, input source, and volume level selected in Zone 2.  
RECORD ZONE TWO-LINE STATUS  
Opens on the on-screen and front panel  
displays whenever the Record Zone status  
changes. The Record Zone two-line status  
DVD1  
RECORD  
D
VOL  
-34dB  
indicates the current input, input source, and volume level selected  
in the Record Zone.  
The ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu STATUS parameter controls how  
long the two-line status appears on the on-screen display. The  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu POSITION parameter controls the  
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STATUS MENUS  
HDMI STATUS  
>
S
S
D STATUS  
D STATUS  
INPUT  
MODE  
CHANNELS  
BIT RATE  
>
S
The STATUS menu contains parameters that provide information about  
the current input source and listening mode. Status menus are available  
for HDMI, 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS(-ES), analog, and digital input  
sources.  
HDMI CONNECTOR  
VID FMT  
VERT RATE  
AUD IN  
AUDIO FMT  
CHANNELS  
SAMPLE RATE  
HDCP STATUS  
SAMPLE RATE  
2.0 ENCODING  
DIALOG OFFSET  
MIX ROOM  
CENTER MIX LVL  
SURR MIX LVL  
EX ENCODED  
dB  
L
C
R
SL  
LFE  
SR  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
All status menus include the letter “S” at the top right corner.  
Certain status menus also include level meters that indicate  
fluctuating audio input levels. Some status menus have more  
information than can fit on one screen, or page. These status  
menus have two or three pages, and are identified by the caret (>)  
near the top right corner.  
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Unlike most other menus, status menus cannot be opened by  
selecting menu options. The remote control command sequence  
outlined below must be executed.  
D STATUS  
INPUT  
MODE  
CHANNELS  
BIT RATE  
>
D STATUS  
S
S
To open and navigate the STATUS menu for the current input  
source:  
SAMPLE RATE  
2.0 ENCODING  
DIALOG OFFSET  
MIX ROOM  
CENTER MIX LVL  
SURR MIX LVL  
1. Press and release the remote control SHIFT button.  
2. Press and release the remote control STAT button.  
EX ENCODED  
dB  
L
C
R
SL  
LFE  
SR  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
The first page of the STATUS menu for the current input source  
appears in the on-screen and front-panel displays.  
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3. If the > indicator appears near the top right corner of the  
menu, press and release the STAT button again to open the  
second page. Press and release the STAT button again to open  
the third page (if one exists).  
If HDMI audio or video is active, the HDMI status menu will appear  
before other status menus.  
If the STATUS menu does not include a second or third page, press-  
ing and releasing the STAT button again closes the menu.  
Note:  
When viewing a STATUS menu on the front panel display, press the  
remote control MAIN button, then press the or arrow button to  
scroll up or down through the list of available parameters.  
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4. Press the STAT button to close the STATUS menu. In some  
cases, you must press STAT twice in succession to close the  
STATUS menu.  
STATUS MENU DESCRIPTIONS  
The table beneath each description lists the possible settings for  
each parameter.  
Note:  
HDMI STATUS  
STATUS menu parameters provide information about the current  
input source and listening mode. These parameters cannot be  
adjusted.  
Provides information about HDMI input sources. VID FMT is the  
video format. VERT RATE is the vertical scan rate frequency.  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
STATUS MENU LEVEL METERS  
HDMI CONNECTOR  
1–6  
480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, ---  
VID FMT (video format)  
Most STATUS menus contain level meters that indicate fluctuating  
input levels in the front left (L), center (C), front right (R), surround left  
(SL), surround right (SR), surround back (SB) and low frequency effects  
(LFE) channels. These level meters indicate input levels for both analog  
and digital input sources. For example, the level meters indicate digital  
audio input levels when a digital audio source is present.  
VERT RATE (vertical scan rate) 60Hz, 50Hz, 59.94Hz, ---  
AUD IN  
HDMI, OPTICAL1–6, COAX1–6,  
ANALOG, 5.1 ANLG (6–8)  
AUDIO FMT  
CHANNELS  
DD, DTS, PCM, N/A  
6.1, 5.1, 5.0, 2.1, 2.0, 1.0, N/A  
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, N/A  
ACTIVE, INACTIVE, ERROR  
Different combinations of level meters appear on each STATUS  
menu, depending on the current source. The SB level meter appears  
when a 6.1-channel source or a 5.1-channel source is present and  
the ES DECODING parameter is set to ON.  
SAMPLE RATE  
HDCP STATUS  
Level meters appear in combinations of green, yellow and red  
when the on-screen display is configured for a blue screen  
background. Green indicates low levels, yellow indicates normal  
levels, and red indicates high levels and the onset of overload. Level  
meters appear in white when the on-screen display is not  
configured for a blue screen background.  
HDMI STATUS  
>
S
HDMI CONNECTOR  
VID FMT  
VERT RATE  
AUD IN  
AUDIO FMT  
CHANNELS  
SAMPLE RATE  
HDCP STATUS  
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2CH STATUS  
D STATUS  
Provides information about 2-channel input sources. Features L and  
R level meters.  
Provides information about Dolby Digital input sources. Features L,  
C, R, SL, SR, SB, and LFE level meters.  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
Current input  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT  
MODE  
Current input  
Current listening mode  
ANLG, PCM  
Current listening mode  
3/2.1, 3/2, 3/1, 2/2, 2/1, 2/0, 1/0  
32 to 640kbps  
INPUT TYPE  
CHANNELS  
SAMPLE RATE  
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz  
BIT RATE  
EX ENCODED  
SAMPLE RATE  
2.0 ENCODING  
DIALOG OFFSET  
MIX ROOM  
YES, NO  
48kHz  
MATRIX, NONE  
-27 to +4dB  
2CH STATUS  
S
INPUT  
MODE  
SMALL, LARGE  
INPUT TYPE  
CENTER MIX LVL  
SURR MIX LVL  
-3.0dB, -4.5dB, -6.0dB  
+0.0dB, -3.0dB, -6.0dB  
SAMPLE RATE  
L
R
dB  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
-45  
S
D STATUS  
D STATUS  
INPUT  
MODE  
CHANNELS  
BIT RATE  
>
S
SAMPLE RATE  
2.0 ENCODING  
DIALOG OFFSET  
MIX ROOM  
CENTER MIX LVL  
SURR MIX LVL  
EX ENCODED  
dB  
L
C
R
SL  
LFE  
SR  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
-45  
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STATUS  
5.1mc STATUS  
Provides information about DTS(-ES) input sources. Includes L, C, R,  
SL, SR, SB and LFE level meters.  
Provides information about 5.1-channel sources. Includes L, C, R,  
SL, SR, and LFE level meters.  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
Current input  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
Current input  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT  
MODE  
Current listening mode  
3/3.1, 3/2.1  
Current listening mode  
ANLG, PCM  
CHANNELS  
INPUT TYPE  
BIT RATE  
754.5 to 1509.7kbps  
DISCRETE, MATRIX, OFF  
16 bits, 20 bits, 24 bits  
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz  
SAMPLE RATE  
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz  
ES ENCODING  
WORD LENGTH  
SAMPLE RATE  
Note:  
The only possible sample rate for 5.1 analog sources is 96kHz, as they  
are converted to 96kHz PCM at the SDP-40HD input (when MAIN  
ADVANCED ANALOG BYPASS is set to OFF).  
>
S
S
STATUS  
WORD LENGTH  
SAMPLE RATE  
STATUS  
INPUT  
MODE  
CHANNELS  
BIT RATE  
S
5.1mc STATUS  
STATUS  
PG1  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
SAMPLE RATE  
WORD LENGTH  
SAMPLE RATE  
ENCODING  
dB  
L
C
R
SL  
SB LFE  
SR  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
dB  
L
C
R
SL  
LFE  
SR  
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0
-6  
-15  
-30  
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5.1a BYPASS STATUS  
2CH BYPASS STATUS  
Provides information about 5.1-channel analog input sources when  
the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON.  
Provides information about 2-channel analog input sources when  
the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON.  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
Current input  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
Current input  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT  
MODE  
5.1a BYPASS  
BYPASS  
2CH BYPASS  
BYPASS  
INPUT TYPE  
INPUT TYPE  
5.1a BYPASS STATUS  
S
2CH BYPASS STATUS  
S
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
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DIGITAL STATUS  
Provides information about digital input sources for which a sample  
rate is detected, but no audio is present in the input signal.  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
Current input  
INPUT  
MODE  
Current listening mode  
INPUT TYPE  
---  
SAMPLE RATE  
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz  
DIGITAL STATUS  
S
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
SAMPLE RATE  
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STATUS MENU PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS  
CHANNELS  
3/3.1, 3/2.1, 3/2, 3/1, 2/2, 2/1, 2/0, 1/0  
Indicates the number of channels present in the input source. The  
first digit indicates the number of front channels present. The digit  
after the slash indicates the number of surround channels present.  
The digit after the decimal point indicates the presence of LFE (low  
frequency effects) information.  
2.0 ENCODING  
MATRIX, NONE  
Indicates whether a matrix encoded source is detected. When the  
parameter setting is MATRIX, a matrix encoded source is detected.  
When the parameter setting is NONE, a matrix encoded source is  
not detected.  
Possible settings for Dolby Digital input sources include 3/2.1, 3/2,  
3/1, 2/2, 2/1, 2/0 and 1/0. Current settings for DTS-ES input  
sources include 3/3.1 and 3/2.1.  
AUD IN  
HDMI, OPTICAL-1 to 6, COAX-1 to 6,  
ANALOG, 5.1 ANLG (6-8)  
DIALOG OFFSET  
-27 to +4dB  
Displays the audio input connector that is selected as the active  
input.  
Indicates the dialog normalization value applied to the input signal.  
Dolby Digital input sources reproduce dialog at 27 decibels below  
full-scale (-27dBFS). When the dialog normalization value of the  
incoming signal is higher or lower, the DIALOG OFFSET parameter  
indicates the amount of adjustment the SDP-40HD makes to  
normalize dialog to -27dBFS.  
AUDIO FMT  
DD, DTS, PCM, ---  
Displays the type of audio present at the selected active digital  
audio input.  
ES ENCODING  
DISCRETE, MATRIX, OFF  
BIT RATE  
32 to 640 kbps or 754 to 1509.7kbps  
Indicates whether or not a DTS-ES encoded source is detected.  
When the parameter setting is DISCRETE, a discrete 6.1-channel  
DTS-ES source is detected. When the parameter setting is MATRIX,  
a 5.1-channel DTS-ES source with a surround encoded back  
channel is detected. When the parameter setting is OFF, a standard  
DTS source with no DTS-ES encoding is detected.  
Indicates the rate at which the input signal is encoded. A higher bit rate  
indicates that less compression was used during the encoding process.  
Possible settings for Dolby Digital sources range from 32 to 640 kbps.  
Possible settings for DTS(-ES) sources range from 754 to 1509.7kbps.  
CENTER MIX LVL  
-3.0dB, -4.5dB, -6.0dB  
EX ENCODED  
YES, NO  
Indicates the relative level of the center channel that was used  
during the mixing process.  
Indicates whether or not a Dolby Digital Surround EX encoded  
source is detected. When the parameter setting is yes, a  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital source recorded with Dolby Digital  
Surround EX is detected. When the parameter setting is NO, a  
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Basic Operation  
standard 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source recorded without Dolby.  
Digital Surround EX encoding is detected. The SDP-40HD cannot  
automatically detect Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding in  
non-flagged input sources.  
SAMPLE RATE  
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz  
Indicates the sample rate of the input source that is present.  
SURR MIX LVL  
+0.0dB, -3.0dB, -6.0dB  
HDCP STATUS  
ACTIVE, INACTIVE, ERROR  
Indicates the relative surround channel level that was used during  
the mixing process.  
Indicates the current HDCP status of the media present at the  
active HDMI input.  
VERT RATE  
60Hz, 50Hz, 59.94Hz, ---  
HDMI CONNECTOR  
1-6  
Indicates the vertical timing rate for the active video format being  
carried on HDMI.  
Indicates the HDMI connector selected as the active HDMI input.  
VID FMT  
720P, 1080I, ---  
INPUT  
Indicates the active video format of the media present at the active  
HDMI input.  
Indicates the selected input (for example, DVD1).  
INPUT TYPE  
ANLG, BYPASS, PCM, ---  
WORD LENGTH  
16 bits, 20 bits, 24 bits  
Indicates the input source that is present. When the parameter  
setting is ANLG, a 2-channel analog audio source is present and the  
ADVANCED menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to OFF. When  
the parameter setting is BYPASS, a 2-channel analog audio source is  
present and the ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON. When  
the parameter setting is PCM, a 2-channel digital audio source is  
present. When the parameter setting is ---, an unknown digital  
audio source is present.  
Indicates the word length of the audio data present in the input signal.  
MIX ROOM  
SMALL, LARGE  
Indicates the size of the mixing room that was used during the mixing  
process. When the parameter setting is LARGE, you should set the  
RE-EQUALIZER parameter to ON for THX listening modes.  
MODE  
Indicates the activated listening mode (e.g., L7 FILM).  
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Setup  
JBL  
SETUP  
Selecting SETUP from the MAIN MENU opens the SETUP menu.  
DISPLAYS  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
Opens the DISPLAY SETUP menu, to customize the on-screen and  
front-panel displays, restore audio/video synchronization, and  
create and activate a custom unit name. See “DISPLAY SETUP” on  
page 3-49 for more information.  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
INPUTS  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
Opens the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu, to configure Main Zone,  
Zone 2, and Record Zone volume levels. See “Volume Control Setup” on  
page 3-54 for more information.  
Prompts for an input selection (e.g., DVD1), and opens the  
corresponding INPUT SETUP menu. When the menu is open, you can  
change input names, assign audio, HDMI, and video input  
connectors, select preferred listening modes, and configure Main  
Zone, Zone 2 and Record Zone settings. See “INPUT SETUP” on  
page 3-3 for more information.  
TRIGGERS  
SETUP  
TRIGGERS  
Prompts the selection of a desired trigger output connector (1 or 2)  
and opens the corresponding TRIGGER SETUP menu for  
configuration of remote or program operation. See “TRIGGER  
SETUP” on page 3-56 for more information.  
SPEAKERS  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
Opens the SPEAKER SETUP menu, to configure the Main Zone  
audio output connectors for the desired speaker setup. See  
“SPEAKER SETUP” on page 3-27 for more information.  
LOCK OPTIONS  
SETUP  
LOCK OPTIONS  
Opens the LOCK OPTIONS menu, to protect MODE ADJUST,  
AUDIO CONTROLS and SETUP menu branch settings from  
accidental changes. See “LOCK OPTIONS” on page 3-59 for more  
information.  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
SETUP  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
Opens the REAR PANEL CONFIG menu, to configure the analog audio input  
connectors as eight stereo connectors or as five stereo and one 5.1-channel  
connectors. See “REAR PANEL CONFIG” on page 3-47 for more  
information.  
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Setup  
INPUT SETUP  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
(INPUT)  
INPUT SETUP  
Selecting the SETUP menu INPUTS option prompts the selection of a desired input (e.g., DVD1). Selecting an input opens the corresponding  
INPUT SETUP menu, which changes input names, assigns audio and video input connectors, selects preferred listening modes, and configures  
advanced Main Zone, Zone 2, and Record Zone settings.  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
INPUT SETUP  
NAME  
DVD1  
1
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
VCR  
CD  
FILM  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
DMIX  
DMIX  
NOTE: The DVD1 INPUT SETUP menu is shown here as an example, and will continue to be shown as an example throughout this section. Whenever it appears, any other INPUT  
SETUP menu can be substituted. Likewise, whenever the DVD1 input appears as a step in a menu path, any other input can be substituted.  
All INPUT SETUP menus are shown in the Appendix on page A-7. The parameters on the left side of the INPUT SETUP menus are identical,  
regardless of which input is selected. The parameter settings on the right side are adjustable. The INPUT SETUP menus shown in the Appendix  
indicate factory-default parameter settings for each input.  
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JBL  
CHANGING INPUT NAMES  
Selecting the INPUT SETUP menu NAME parameter opens the INPUT NAME menu, to customize or restore the factory-default name of the selected  
input. Factory-default input names correspond to front-panel and remote control input selection button labels.  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
SETUP  
INPUT SETUP  
DVD1 INPUT NAME  
EDIT INPUT NAME  
DVD1  
MAIN MENU  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DVD1  
1
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
EDIT INPUT NAME  
RESTORE DEFAULT NAME  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
BUTTONS TO EDIT  
UP TO 8 CHARACTERS  
BUTTON TO ADVANCE  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
FILM  
INPUT SETUP  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
DVD2  
LD  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
TV  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
SAT  
DMIX  
DMIX  
VCR  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
EDIT INPUT NAME  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
NAME  
EDIT INPUT NAME  
Opens the EDIT INPUT NAME editing menu, to customize the name  
of the selected input. Custom input names can include up to eight  
characters.  
3. When the character you want is displayed, press the arrow  
button to advance to the next character space. The cursor will  
automatically wrap to the first character space when the last  
character space is passed.  
To customize the name of the selected input:  
Note:  
1. Follow the EDIT INPUT NAME menu path to open the EDIT  
INPUT NAME editing menu.  
Pressing the arrow button closes the menu and returns to the INPUT  
NAME menu.  
2. When the editing menu opens, the current input name appears  
on the second line. Use the remote control and arrow  
buttons to change the character above the cursor (^).  
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Setup  
CHANGING INPUT NAMES (continued)  
4. Repeat step 3 to enter all characters in the new name. When the  
input name you want is displayed, press the arrow button to  
close the menu and return to the INPUT NAME menu.  
The custom input name appears in the on-screen and front-panel  
displays. Both the custom and factory-default input names appear  
in the INPUT SETUP menu. The custom input name appears against  
the left margin of the on-screen display, and the factory-defaul  
input name appears in parentheses against the right margin.  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
DVD1 INPUT NAME  
SETUP  
INPUT SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
PRESS MENU  
RESTORE INPUT NAME  
V
TO  
NAME  
DVD1  
1
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
DVD1  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
EDIT INPUT NAME  
RESTORE DEFAULT NAME  
HDMI IN  
DVD2  
LD  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
FILM  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
DMIX  
DMIX  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
To restore the factory-default name of the selected input:  
RESTORE DEFAULT NAME  
1. Follow the RESTORE DEFAULT NAME menu path to open the  
INPUT NAME menu.  
DVD1  
RESTORE DEFAULT NAME  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
NAME  
2. When the INPUT NAME menu opens, press the remote control ꢀ  
or buttons to highlight the RESTORE DEFAULT NAME option.  
Restores the factory-default name of the selected input. Factory  
default input names correspond to front-panel and remote control  
input selection button labels.  
3. Press thearrow button to select this option. The message:  
“PRESS MENU V TO RESTORE INPUT NAME” appears in the  
on-screen and front-panel displays.  
4. Press thebutton to restore the factory-default name and close  
the message. (Press thebutton to close the message without  
restoring the factory-default name of the selected input.)  
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JBL  
ASSIGNING HDMI, AUDIO AND VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS  
The SDP-40HD has 12 inputs, to which any (depending on compatibility) of its 6 HDMI, 13 digital audio, 8 analog audio, 2 composite video,  
3 S-video, or 4 component video input connectors can be assigned. The table below indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be  
used to assign audio and video input connectors. The ANLG IN LVL parameter can be used to adjust 2-channel and 5.1 analog audio input levels  
for the selected input.  
When HDMI IN is set to HDMI 1 to 6, and DIGITAL IN is set to HDMI  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
AUDIO, then only HDMI video (no audio) is active on the HDMI  
output connector. The received HDMI audio is processed by the  
SDP-40HD and is available on the analog audio outputs. See page  
3-8 for details on the DIGITAL IN menu selections.  
HDMI IN  
HDMI-1 to 6, NONE  
DIGITAL IN  
HDMI AUDIO, COAX-1 to 6, OPTICAL-1 to 6,  
AES/EBU, NONE  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
ANALOG-1 to 8, 5.1 ANLG (6-8), NONE  
AUTO, -18dB to +12dB  
When HDMI IN is set to NONE, and DIGITAL IN is set to HDMI  
AUDIO, then the COAX-1 connector is automatically assigned to  
DIGITAL IN in place of any previously assigned HDMI connectors.  
No audio or video is available on the HDMI output connector.  
COMPOSITE-1 to 2, S-VIDEO-1 to 3, NONE  
COMPONENT IN COMPONENT-1 to 4, VIDEO  
When one of the HDMI inputs is selected and DIGITAL IN is set to a  
parameter other than HDMI AUDIO, then both HDMI audio and  
video are passed through the SDP-40HD (no processing occurs) to  
the HDMI output connector.  
Note:  
The digital audio input connectors (including HDMI) are compatible  
with PCM (44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96kHz), Dolby Digital and DTS(-ES)  
sources. These connectors are not compatible with MPEG, MP3 or MP4.  
Copyright protection system  
The SDP-40HD supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content  
Protection). HDCP is a copy protection technology that comprises  
data encryption and authentication of associated equipment  
connected through HDMI. All equipment connected to the  
SDP-40HD through HDMI must support HDCP if the  
HDCP-protected content is to be displayed properly.  
HDMI IN  
HDMI-1 TO 6, NONE  
DVD1  
HDMI IN  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
Opens the HDMI IN menu, to assign an HDMI (High Definition  
Multimedia Interface) input connector to the selected input.  
The relationship between the HDMI inputs and HDMI analog and  
digital outputs depends upon whether the HDMI IN parameter is set to  
HDMI-1 to 6 or NONE, and also the setting of the DIGITAL IN  
parameter. Refer to the table on page 3-7 during the following  
explanation.  
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Setup  
ASSIGNING HDMI, AUDIO AND VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS (continued)  
The following table shows the behavior of the SDP-40HD relating to the HDMI inputs.  
Inputs  
Outputs  
HDMI  
Digital In  
HDMI AUDIO  
HDMI Output  
HDMI video  
Analog Audio Outputs  
HDMI-1 to 6  
NONE  
HDMI digital audio  
---- or COAX-1  
No audio or video  
Analog inputs (or COAX-1 if valid)  
Analog inputs  
HDMI-1 to 6  
HDMI-1 to 6  
NONE  
HDMI audio and video  
HDMI audio and video  
S/PDIF input (COAX or OPTICAL)  
S/PDIF input (if valid)  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
DVD1 HDMI IN  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
INPUT SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
HDMI-1  
HDMI-2  
HDMI-3  
HDMI-4  
HDMI-5  
HDMI-6  
NONE  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
NAME  
DVD1  
1
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
VCR  
CD  
FILM  
5.1 FILM  
FILM  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
D
5.1mc 5.1mc FILM  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
DMIX  
DMIX  
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When no analog audio input connector is assigned, the  
SDP-40HD automatically sets the:  
DIGITAL IN  
HDMI AUDIO, COAX-1 TO 6, OPTICAL-1 TO 6,  
AES/EBU, NONE  
MAIN ADV menu INPUT SELECT parameter to DIGITAL  
INPUT SELECT menu ZONE2 IN parameter to DIGITAL  
INPUT SELECT menu RECORD IN parameter to DIGITAL  
DVD1  
DIGITAL IN  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
Opens the DIGITAL IN menu, to assign a digital audio input  
connector to the selected input. A digital audio input connector must  
be assigned if no analog audio input connector is assigned.  
When the HDMI AUDIO parameter is selected an HDMI input must  
also be selected (in the HDMI IN menu) or the HDMI audio will not  
be available.  
DVD1 DIGITAL IN  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
INPUT SETUP  
HDMI AUDIO  
COAX-1  
NAME  
DVD1  
1
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
HDMI IN  
COAX-2  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
COAX-3  
COAX-4  
COAX-5  
VCR  
CD  
COAX-6  
OPTICAL-1  
OPTICAL-2  
OPTICAL-3  
OPTICAL-4  
OPTICAL-5  
OPTICAL-6  
AES/EBU  
NONE  
FILM  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
DMIX  
DMIX  
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Setup  
ASSIGNING HDMI, AUDIO & VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS (continued)  
When no digital audio input connector is assigned, the  
SDP-40HD automatically sets the:  
ANALOG IN  
ANALOG-1 TO 8, 5.1 ANLG (6-8), NONE  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
ANALOG IN  
SETUP  
MAIN ADV menu INPUT SELECT parameter to ANALOG  
INPUT SELECT menu ZONE2 IN parameter to ANLG  
INPUT SELECT menu RECORD IN parameter to ANLG  
Opens the ANALOG IN menu, to assign an analog audio input  
connector to the selected input. An analog audio input connector  
must be assigned if no digital audio input connector is assigned.  
The appearance of the ANALOG IN menu depends on the  
configuration of the analog audio input connectors.  
The ANALOG IN menu (A below) appears when the REAR  
PANEL CONFIG menu 8 STEREO INPUTS option is selected.  
The ANALOG IN menu (B below) appears when the REAR  
PANEL CONFIG menu 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG option is  
selected.  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
NAME  
INPUT SETUP  
DVD1 ANALOG IN  
DVD1 ANALOG IN  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
OR  
DVD1  
HDMI-1  
DIGITAL IN HDMI AUDIO  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
ANALOG-1  
ANALOG-2  
ANALOG-3  
ANALOG-4  
ANALOG-5  
ANALOG-6  
ANALOG-7  
ANALOG-8  
NONE  
ANALOG-1  
ANALOG-2  
ANALOG-3  
ANALOG-4  
ANALOG-5  
5.1 ANLG (6-8)  
NONE  
HDMI IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
NONE  
AUTO  
NONE  
1
VCR  
CD  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
FILM  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
B
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
A
DMIX  
DMIX  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
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Note:  
ANLG IN LVL  
AUTO, -18 to +12dB  
Adjustments made on the ANLG IN LVL menu are applied to the stereo  
analog audio input connector assigned for the selected input. When  
another stereo analog audio input connector is assigned, these  
adjustments are automatically applied to the new connector.  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
ANGL IN LVL  
Opens the ANLG IN LVL menu, to adjust the 2-channel (and  
5.1-channel when the MAIN ADVANCEDANALOG BYPASS  
parameter is set to OFF) analog audio input level for the selected  
input. Analog audio sources have a wide range of levels. To  
compensate, the SDP-40HD allows independent input level  
adjustment of each stereo analog audio input connector. The input  
level of the 5.1-channel analog audio input connector is only  
adjustable when the ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to OFF.  
AUTO  
ON, OFF  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
ANGL IN LVL  
AUTO  
Provides automatic adjustment of the 2-channel (and 5.1-channel  
when the MAIN ADVANCEDANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to  
OFF) analog audio input levels. When set to ON, the input levels are  
automatically monitored and optimized. When the input signal is  
too high, the input levels are quickly decreased to avoid overload.  
When the input signal is too low, the input levels are slowly  
increased to maximize the signal-to-noise ratio and dynamic range.  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
AUTO  
ON, OFF  
MANUAL  
AUTO GAIN*  
-18 to +12dB  
-18 to +12dB  
When set to OFF, the 2-channel and 5.1 analog audio input levels  
are not automatically monitored and optimized. Instead, input  
levels must be adjusted with the ANLG IN LVL MANUAL parameter.  
* This parameter cannot be adjusted.  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
SETUP  
INPUT SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
DVD1 ANLG IN LVL  
ON  
OFF  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DVD1  
1
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
OFF  
+0dB  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
-18 to +12dB  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+
0dB  
+0.0dB  
AUTO GAIN  
NONE  
L
R
dB  
1
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
LOCK OPTIONS  
FILM  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
-45  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
DMIX  
DMIX  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
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Setup  
ASSIGNING HDMI, AUDIO & VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS (continued)  
parameter indicates the amount of automatic input level  
adjustment.  
MANUAL  
-18 to +12dB  
DVD1  
MANUAL  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
ANGL IN LVL  
When AUTO GAIN is set to ON  
Provides manual adjustment of the 2-channel (and 5.1-channel  
when the MAIN ADVANCEDANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to  
OFF) analog audio input levels. Lower levels cause more noise,  
while higher levels pose a risk of overload distortion. When manual  
adjustments are made, the SDP-40HD automatically sets the ANLG  
IN LVL menu AUTO parameter to OFF, deactivating automatic input  
level adjustment. Manual input level adjustments are retained when  
the AUTO parameter is ON.  
DVD1 ANLG IN LVL  
The AUTO parameter...  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
ON  
+0dB  
is reflected by the AUTO GAIN value  
AUTO GAIN  
+0.0dB  
When the AUTO parameter is OFF, the AUTO GAIN parameter  
indicates the amount of input level adjustment as set by the  
MANUAL parameter.  
Note:  
When the AUTO parameter is ON, the SDP-40HD will not make  
adjustments that exceed the ANLG IN LVL menu MANUAL parameter  
setting.  
When AUTO GAIN is set to OFF  
DVD1 ANLG IN LVL  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
OFF  
+3dB  
AUTO GAIN  
The MANUAL parameter...  
DVD1  
AUTO GAIN  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
ANGL IN LVL  
is reflected by the AUTO GAIN value  
AUTO GAIN  
+3.0dB  
Indicates the current amount of input level adjustment for the  
selected 2-channel (and 5.1-channel when the MAIN ADVANCEDꢂ  
ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to OFF) analog audio input  
connector. This parameter cannot be directly adjusted. When the  
ANLG IN LVL menu AUTO parameter is ON, the AUTO GAIN  
When the AUTO parameter is ON, the AUTO GAIN parameter  
continues to indicate the amount of manual input level adjustment  
until automatic adjustments have been made.  
LEVEL METERS  
Indicate fluctuating input levels in the front left (L) and front right (R)  
channels for the selected input. Meters are also present for center  
(C), surround left (SL), surround right (SR), and sub (LFE) when the  
input is set up for 5.1-analog. Like the STATUS menu level meters,  
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ANLG IN LVL menu level meters indicate input levels for both analog  
and digital audio sources. However, ANLG IN LVL menu input level  
adjustments only affect 2-channel (or 5.1-channel sources when the  
MAIN ADVANCEDANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to OFF)  
analog audio sources.  
Note:  
Composite video output connectors are available when a  
composite or S-video source is present.  
S-video output connectors are available when an S-video source is  
present.  
Level meters appear in combinations of green, yellow and red when  
the on-screen display is configured for a blue-screen background.  
Green indicates low levels; yellow indicates normal levels; and red  
indicates the onset of overload. Occasional flashes from yellow into  
red are normal peak indicators. Level meters appear in white when  
the on-screen display is not configured for a blue-screen  
COMPONENT IN  
COMPONENT 1 to 4, VIDEO, NONE  
DVD1  
COMPONENT IN  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
Opens the COMPONENT IN menu, to assign a component video  
input connector to the selected input.  
The VIDEO parameter assigns the video selected by the VIDEO IN  
parameter (composite or S-video) to be converted and output as  
component video.  
VIDEO IN  
COMPOSITE-1 TO 2, S-VIDEO-1 TO 3, NONE  
DVD1  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
VIDEO IN  
Opens the VIDEO IN menu, to assign a composite or S-video input  
connector to the selected input.  
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
DVD1 VIDEO IN  
INPUT SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
NAME  
DVD1  
1
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
COMPOSITE-1  
COMPOSITE-2  
S-VIDEO-1  
S-VIDEO-2  
S-VIDEO-3  
NONE  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
VCR  
CD  
FILM  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
DVD1 COMPONENT IN  
COMPONENT-1  
COMPONENT-2  
COMPONENT-3  
COMPONENT-4  
VIDEO  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
DMIX  
DMIX  
NONE  
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Setup  
SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES  
Preferred listening modes can be preselected so that when a  
particular type of input source is played, the preselected listening  
mode is activated.  
Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters  
2-CH Selects a preferred listening mode for 2-channel sources  
Selects a preferred listening mode for Dolby Digital sources  
Selects a preferred listening mode for DTS(-ES) sources  
D
The SDP-40HD allows four preferred listening modes for each Main  
Zone input: one listening mode each for 2-channel, Dolby Digital,  
DTS(-ES), and 5.1-multichannel sources. The table below indicates  
the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to select  
preferred listening modes.  
5.1mc Selects a preferred listening mode for 5.1-channel sources  
MAIN MENU  
INPUT SETUP  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
SETUP  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
NAME  
DVD1  
1
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
S-VIDEO-1  
1
FILM  
5.1 FILM  
FILM  
HDMI IN  
DVD1 2-CH MODE  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
VCR  
CD  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
D
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
5.1mc 5.1mc FILM  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
PRO LOGIC  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
DVD1  
D MODE  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
5.1 FILM  
5.1 TV  
5.1 MUSIC  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
DVD1  
MODE  
FILM  
MUSIC  
DVD1 5.1mc MODE  
5.1mc FILM  
5.1mc MUSIC  
5.1mc  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
USE LAST  
DIGITAL  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
2-CHAN  
USE LAST  
USE LAST  
USE LAST  
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When a preferred listening mode is selected, that listening mode is  
automatically activated whenever a new input is selected or an  
appropriate input source is present. For example, the following can  
occur when a preferred listening mode is activated (also refer to the  
corresponding menus on page 3-13):  
the SDP-40HD is configured for seven main output channels and  
source material with specific encoding is played. All Dynamic  
Listening Modes are available through the remote control or front  
panel Mode button. The dynamic listening modes are listed in the  
table below.  
If the DVD1 input is selected and a 2-channel source is played, the  
L7 FILM listening mode is activated. If a Dolby Digital source is  
played, the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode is activated. If a DTS(-ES)  
source is played, the DTS(-ES) L7 FILM listening mode is activated.  
Modes That Do Not Appear in the Input Setup Menu  
The SDP-40HD features the ability to assign preferred listening modes  
for each input and incoming audio format. However, not all listening  
modes will appear in the Input Setup Menu. Listening modes that do  
not appear in the Input Setup menu as preferred listening modes  
under any circumstances are listed in the table at the bottom of the  
page.  
Dynamic Listening Modes  
Dynamic listening modes are only available under certain conditions.  
For example, many of the dynamic modes are only available when  
Dynamic modes  
2-Channel  
Dolby Digital  
DTS  
5.1mc  
Dolby PLIIx + THX  
Dolby PLIIx MOV  
Dolby PLIIx MUS  
DTS Neo:6 + THX  
DTS Neo:6 CIN  
Dolby Digital or Dolby Digital EX  
THX or THX UL2Cin or THX SurEX  
THX MUSIC  
DTS THX or DTS THX UL2Cin or DTS(-ES) THX  
DTS or DTS(-ES) MATRIX or DTS(-ES) DISCR  
DTS THX MUSIC  
5.1mc THX MUSIC  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DTS L7 FILM or DTS(-ES) L7 FILM  
DTS L7 MUSIC or DTS(-ES) L7 MUSIC  
DTS 2-CHAN or DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN  
DTS Neo:6 MUSIC  
Modes that do not appear in the Input Setup menu  
2-Channel  
Dolby Digital  
DTS  
5.1mc  
Dolby PLIIx + THX  
Dolby PLIIx MOV  
Dolby PLIIx MUS  
DTS Neo:6 + THX  
DTS Neo:6 CIN  
THX MUSIC  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DTS THX MUSIC  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
5.1mc THX MUSIC  
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Modes that do not appear in the Input Setup menu  
DTS Neo:6 MUSIC  
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JBL  
SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES (continued)  
always be accessed using the MODE + or MODE - buttons whether  
or not a preferred mode is set. When a preferred listening mode is set  
and a dynamic listening mode (or mode that does not appear in the  
input setup menu) is active, the selected dynamic mode is lost when  
switching between inputs.  
The Use Last Parameter  
When the SDP-40HD is set to use a preferred listening mode for a  
selected input, selecting another mode from the Mode scroll list  
replaces the preferred selection. However, this newly selected mode  
will be lost when switching between inputs.  
When USE LAST is selected as the preferred listening mode, and a  
dynamic listening mode (or mode that does not appear in the input  
setup menu) is active, the selected listening mode is retained when  
switching between inputs, even when the SDP-40HD is set to  
standby as in the following example:  
The USE LAST parameter was designed to allow the SDP-40HD  
software to “remember” the last used listening mode for a given  
input source. Once selected, that mode will always be active on the  
corresponding input until another listening mode is selected as  
demonstrated in the following example:  
1. Select Main MenuSETUPINPUTSDVD12-CH USE  
LAST.  
1. Select Main MenuSETUPINPUTSDVD1 ꢂ  
LAST.  
USE  
2. Press the MENU button.  
3. Press the DVD-1 button.  
4. Play a 2-channel input source.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
3. Press the DVD-1 button.  
4. Play a DTS input source.  
5. Press the MODE + button until you reach DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN.  
6. Press the TV button  
5. Press the MODE + button until you reach  
PLIIx MOV.  
PLIIx MOV is a dynamic listening mode.  
6. Press the TV button  
The SDP-40HD switches to the TV input and the on-screen  
display identifies the preferred listening mode.  
The SDP-40HD switches to the TV input and the on-screen  
display identifies the preferred listening mode.  
7. Press the DVD-1 button.  
7. Press the DVD-1 button.  
The on-screen display should identify that the active listening mode  
for the DVD1 input is still DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN. As the DTS(-ES)  
2-CHAN mode is a preferred listening mode, it can also be set in  
the SETUP menu.  
The on-screen display should identify that the active listening mode  
for the DVD1 input is still  
setting up a dynamic mode (or mode that does not appear in the  
input setup menu) to behave like a preferred listening mode.  
PLIIx MOV. This is the only method of  
When seven speakers are selected in the SPEAKER SETUP menu, and  
the appropriate source material is played, the dynamic listening  
mode (or mode that does not appear in the input setup menu) can  
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Note:  
activates the preferred listening mode whenever a new input is  
selected or a new Dolby Digital source is present.  
When a dynamic mode (or mode that does not appear in the input setup  
menu) is set as in the above example, the setting is retained even when  
the SDP-40HD is set to standby.  
When the  
D parameter is set to USE LAST:  
The SDP-40HD uses the listening mode that was activated the  
last time a Dolby Digital source was present.  
2-CH  
SETUP  
DVD1  
2-CH  
INPUTS  
If the THX MUSIC listening mode was activated the last time a  
Dolby Digital source was present, then the THX MUSIC  
listening mode is used. Since THX MUSIC is a dynamic listening  
mode, it cannot be selected as the preferred listening mode for  
Dolby Digital sources.  
Opens the 2-CH MODE menu, to select a preferred listening mode  
for 2-channel input sources. The SDP-40HD activates the preferred  
listening mode whenever a new input is selected or a new  
2-channel source is present.  
When the 2-CH parameter is set to USE LAST:  
DVD1  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
The SDP-40HD uses the listening mode that was activated the  
last time a 2-channel source was present.  
Opens the DTS(-ES) MODE menu, to select a preferred listening  
mode for DTS(-ES) input sources. The SDP-40HD activates the  
preferred listening mode whenever a new input is selected or a new  
DTS(-ES) source is present.  
The remote control 2 CH button toggles between the  
2-CHANNEL listening mode and the previous listening mode,  
and ignores the USE LAST setting. Instead, it uses the listening  
mode (for example, L7 FILM) that was activated before the  
2-CHANNEL listening mode.  
When the DTS(-ES) parameter is set to USE LAST:  
The SDP-40HD will automatically activate a DTS NEO:6  
listening mode if a DTS NEO:6 listening mode was activated the  
last time a 2-channel source was present, and 44.1kHz or 48kHz  
PCM digital source is present. Since the DTS NEO:6 listening  
modes are dynamic, they cannot be selected as the preferred  
listening mode for 2-channel sources.  
The SDP-40HD uses the listening mode that was activated the  
last time a DTS(-ES) source was present.  
The DTS(-ES) THX MUSIC listening mode is used if this listening  
mode was activated the last time a DTS(-ES) source was  
present. Since DTS(-ES) THX MUSIC is a dynamic listening  
mode, it cannot be selected as the preferred listening mode for  
DTS(-ES) sources.  
D
DVD1  
D
SETUP  
INPUTS  
Opens the DOLBY DIGITAL MODE menu, to select a preferred  
listening mode for Dolby Digital input sources. The SDP-40HD  
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SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES (continued)  
5.1mc  
DVD1  
5.1mc  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
Opens the 5.1mc MODE menu, to select a preferred listening mode  
for 5.1-channel input sources. The SDP-40HD activates the  
preferred listening mode whenever a new input is selected or a new  
5.1-channel source is present.  
When the 5.1mc parameter is set to USE LAST:  
The SDP-40HD uses the listening mode that was activated the  
last time a 5.1-channel analog source was present.  
The 5.1mc THX MUSIC listening mode is used if this listening  
mode was activated the last time a 5.1-channel source was  
present. Since 5.1mc THX MUSIC is a dynamic listening mode,  
it cannot be selected as the preferred listening mode for  
5.1-channel analog sources.  
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CONFIGURING ADVANCED INPUT SETTINGS  
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
INPUT SETUP  
DVD1 MAIN ADV  
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
AUTO  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DVD1  
1
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
DIGITAL  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
AUTO  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
S-VIDEO-1  
VCR  
CD  
ON  
OFF  
LOCK OPTIONS  
1
FORMAT DETECT NORMAL  
FILM  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
NORMAL  
FAST  
5.1mc 5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
DMIX  
DMIX  
DIGITAL  
ANLG  
DMIX  
The SDP-40HD allows the assignment of one digital and one analog  
audio input connector for each input. The table below indicates the  
INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to control the  
interaction of these connectors, as well as other advanced Main  
Zone, Zone 2, and Record Zone input settings.  
MAIN ADVANCED  
DVD1  
MAIN ADVANCED  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
The MAIN ADV menu controls the interaction of the digital and  
analog audio input connectors assigned to the current Main Zone  
input, and other advanced Main Zone input settings.  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
The parameter settings on the right side of the MAIN ADV menu are  
adjustable. The MAIN ADV menu shown in the Appendix indicates  
factory-default parameter settings for each input.  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
See MAIN ADVANCED, this page  
DIGITAL, ANLG, DMIX  
DIGITAL, ANLG, DMIX  
Refer to page 3-25  
RECORD ADVANCED  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
DIGITAL, ANALOG, AUTO  
ON, OFF  
AUTO, OFF  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
FORMAT DETECT  
NORMAL, FAST  
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CONFIGURING ADVANCED INPUT SETTINGS (continued)  
INPUT SELECT  
DIGITAL, ANALOG, AUTO  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
AUTO, OFF  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
MAIN ADVANCED  
INPUT SELECT  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
MAIN ADVANCED  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
Controls the interaction of the digital and analog audio input  
connectors assigned to the current Main Zone input. The table on  
the next page describes INPUT SELECT parameter settings.  
Controls the passage of anamorphic trigger signals present in some  
video sources. When set to AUTO, the SDP-40HD allows  
anamorphic video input signals to pass through the S-video  
switcher, enabling compatible display devices to automatically  
switch between anamorphic and non-anamorphic display modes.  
Note:  
When the Shift command bank is activated, the 7/5 button adjusts the  
INPUT SELECT parameter by cycling through the DIGITAL, ANALOG,  
and AUTO settings.  
When OFF, the SDP-40HD prevents anamorphic video input signals  
from passing through the S-video switcher, preventing compatible  
display devices from automatically switching between anamorphic  
and non-anamorphic display modes.  
ANALOG BYPASS  
ON, OFF  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ANALOG BYPASS  
Forces analog sources to bypass A/D conversion and internal  
processing. When ON, analog input signals pass directly to the  
Main Zone audio output connectors.  
When a 2-channel analog source is present, analog input signals  
pass directly to the Front L/R output connectors.  
When a 5.1-channel analog source is present, analog input  
signals pass to the Main Zone audio output connectors as  
indicated in the tables on page 1-8 and page 3-47.  
When OFF, the SDP-40HD passes analog input signals through  
A/D conversion and internal processing before passing them to  
the Main Zone audio output connectors. This allows analog  
sources to use bass management, speaker crossovers, speaker  
distance calibration, and tone controls.  
Note:  
When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the 2CH button  
toggles ANALOG BYPASS between ON and OFF.  
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INPUT SELECT PARAMETER SETTINGS  
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
AUTO  
The SDP-40HD sends the digital audio from The SDP-40HD sends the analog audio from The SDP-40HD toggles between sending digital or  
the assigned input to the Main Zone audio the assigned input to the Main Zone audio analog audio input to the Main Zone audio output  
output connectors. The assigned analog output connectors. The assigned digital audio connectors based on the input source that is  
audio input connector is ignored.  
input connector is ignored.  
present.  
The digital audio input connectors are Note the following:  
Example:  
compatible with PCM (44.1, 48, 88.2,  
The SDP-40HD automatically sets the  
INPUT SELECT parameter to ANALOG  
when no digital audio input connector is  
assigned.  
The SDP-40HD selects the assigned digital  
and 96kHz), Dolby Digital, and DTS(-ES)  
sources. The digital audio input  
connectors are not compatible with  
MPEG or MP3 sources.  
audio input when a compatible digital  
source is present. The SDP-40HD does not  
select the assigned analog audio input  
when a compatible digital source is  
present.  
The  
INPUT  
SETUP ANALOG  
IN  
parameter can assign an analog audio  
input connector for the selected input.  
Note the following:  
The SDP-40HD selects the assigned analog  
audio input connector when no compatible  
digital source is present.  
The SDP-40HD automatically sets  
the INPUT SELECT parameter to  
DIGITAL when no analog audio  
input connector is assigned.  
The SDP-40HD selects the assigned analog  
audio input connector when an analog  
source, such as an SACD, is present.  
The INPUT SETUP DIGITAL IN  
parameter can assign a digital audio  
input connector for the selected  
input.  
Note the following:  
The SDP-40HD automatically sets the MAIN  
ADVANCED INPUT SELECT parameter to  
AUTO when both digital and analog audio  
input connectors are assigned.  
Use the AUTO setting for components, such as  
DVD/SACD players, that generate both digital  
and analog output signals.  
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CONFIGURING ADVANCED INPUT SETTINGS (continued)  
connector shows the on-screen display only when composite or  
S-video is converted and output through the component video  
connectors (INPUT SETUP menu VIDEO IN parameter is set to  
COMPOSITE VIDEO or S-VIDEO and COMPONENT IN is set to  
VIDEO).  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
ON, OFF  
DVD1  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
MAIN ADVANCED  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
Controls the on-screen display aspect ratio when the display device  
is connected to a Main Zone S-video output connector. Aspect ratio  
refers to the shape of the picture or the display device screen. A 4:3  
aspect ratio is almost square. A 16:9 aspect ratio, often referred to  
as widescreen, is almost twice as wide as it is high. When ON, the  
on-screen display appears in a 4:3 aspect ratio regardless of the  
incoming video input signal. When OFF, the on-screen display  
appears in the same aspect ratio as the incoming video input signal.  
HDMI OSD  
HDMI-1 TO HDMI-6, NONE  
DVD1  
HDMI OSD  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
MAIN ADVANCED  
Controls the appearance of the on-screen display when the display  
device is connected to the HDMI output connector. When ON, the  
display device shows the on-screen display as a video signal  
overlayed on the incoming HDMI video. If the SETUP > DISPLAYS >  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY > BACKGROUND parameter is set to ON, or  
the INPUT SETUP menu DHMI IN parameter is set to NONE, the  
OSD will display on a full blue screen background.  
The on-screen display appears horizontally stretched across the  
display device screen when all of the following conditions are met:  
The S-VIDEO OSD (4:3) parameter is OFF.  
An anamorphic video input signal is present.  
A 16:9 display device (widescreen) is connected to an S-video  
output connector.  
If the current input also has an active incoming S-video or  
composite video signal, the OSD on both the HDMI and S-  
video/composite main zone outputs will display as white characters  
on the screen. Otherwise the HDMI OSD will display in full color.  
COMPONENT OSD  
ON, OFF  
DVD1  
COMPONENT OSD  
MAIN ADVANCED  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
FORMAT DETECT  
NORMAL, FAST  
Controls the appearance of the on-screen display when the display  
device is connected to the component video output connector.  
When ON, the display device shows the on-screen display as a 480i  
video signal on a full blue screen background. To minimize viewing  
distractions, the two-line status does not appear in the on-screen  
display. When OFF, the display device does not show the on-screen  
display, including the two-line status.  
DVD1  
FORMAT DETECT  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
MAIN ADVANCED  
Provides a means of preventing audible digital noise from occurring  
during digital audio signal changes. Digital sources typically output  
a short period of silence when switching between sources. The  
FORMAT DETECT parameter controls how the SDP-40HD reacts  
when it detects silence in the digital audio stream.  
When the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu BACKGROUND parameter is  
OFF, the display device using the component video output  
When set to NORMAL, the SDP-40HD will not mute when silence is  
detected. This setting is appropriate for most sources.  
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When set to FAST, the SDP-40HD will mute when a period of  
continuous digital silence is detected. Once valid audio is received,  
the SDP-40HD will configure its processing and deactivate mute.  
This prevents audible digital noise from occurring during digital  
audio signal changes. For example, the SDP-40HD will briefly mute  
when FORMAT DETECT is set to FAST and the digital audio stream  
changes from PCM to DTS.  
Note  
The Format Detection parameter does not apply to the Dolby PLIIx  
family of listening modes. Use the Logic 7 family of listening modes as  
an alternative when using Format Detection.  
ZONE2 IN & RECORD IN  
DIGITAL, ANLG, DMIX  
OR  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
Controls the interaction of the digital and analog audio input  
connectors assigned to the current Zone 2 and Record Zone inputs.  
The table on the next page describes ZONE2 and RECORD IN  
parameter settings.  
CAUTION!  
When the ZONE2 or RECORD IN parameter is set to DIGITAL or  
ANLG, the SDP-40HD recognizes some DTS encoded sources as  
audio signals (not data signals) and outputs loud digital noise  
from the Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors.  
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ZONE2 & RECORD IN PARAMETER SETTINGS  
DIGITAL  
ANLG (Analog)  
DMIX (Downmix)  
The SDP-40HD passes digital audio The SDP-40HD passes analog audio The SDP-40HD passes a downmixed version of Main Zone audio to  
from the assigned input to the Zone 2 from the assigned input to the Zone 2 the Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors. Zones cannot be  
or Record Zone audio output or Record Zone audio output independently monitored. Downmixing is possible when all of the  
connectors. The assigned analog audio connectors. The assigned digital audio following conditions are met:  
input is ignored. Zones can be indepen- input is ignored. Zones can be indepen-  
The same input is selected in both Main Zone and Zone 2 or in  
both Main Zone and Record Zone. Otherwise, the Zone 2 or  
Record Zone audio output connectors will mute.  
dently monitored.  
dently monitored.  
Note the following:  
Note the following:  
The 5.1mc BYPASS listening mode is not activated.  
Zone 2 and the Record Zone are  
muted if the DIGITAL IN parameter is  
set to HDMI AUDIO. In this case,  
DMIX must be selected.  
The SDP-40HD passes digital sources  
to all Zone 2 or Record Zone audio  
output connectors.  
The SDP-40HD passes digital input  
signals directly to the Record Zone  
digital audio output connectors. The  
SDP-40HD sends digital input signals  
through D/A conversion before  
passing them to the Zone 2 or Record  
Zone analog audio output  
connectors.  
When no analog audio input is  
assigned, ZONE2 IN and RECORD  
IN are set to DIGITAL.  
The INPUT SETUP menu DIGITAL  
IN parameter can be used to assign  
a digital audio input connector for  
the selected input.  
The SDP-40HD passes analog  
sources to all Zone 2 or Record  
Zone audio output connectors.  
Note the following:  
If the downmixed audio is coming from the HDMI input, and the  
content is HDCP-encoded, the sample rate is limited to no more  
than 48kHz.  
If the audio from a copy-protected DVD-Audio disc is input  
through HDMI, then no digital audio output is available.  
The SDP-40HD passes analog input  
signals directly to the Zone 2 or  
Record Zone analog audio output  
connectors. The SDP-40HD sends  
analog input signals through A/D  
conversion before passing them to  
the Record Zone digital audio  
output connectors.  
A downmix of all channels is sent to Zone 2.  
Main Zone listening mode activation affects the Zone 2 and  
Record Zone audio output connectors. For example, when the  
MONO listening mode is activated, the Zone 2 and Record Zone  
audio output connectors will generate mono output signals.  
Set the ZONE2 IN and RECORD IN parameters to DMIX when  
using a playback device (DVD player) that does not have built-in  
Dolby Digital or DTS(-ES) decoding, and the recording device is a  
VCR or Personal Video Recorder (PVR).  
The SDP-40HD automatically downmixes multi-channel sources  
(except LOGIC 7 FILM and MUSIC sources) to stereo output  
signals for listening and recording. Also, 5.1-channel analog  
sources can be downmixed when the MAIN  
ADVANCED ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to OFF. Upon  
playback, these downmixes are compatible with matrix decoders,  
but sound best through a Logic 7 listening mode.  
When no digital audio input is  
assigned, ZONE2 IN and  
RECORD IN are set to ANALOG.  
The  
INPUT  
SETUP  
menu  
ANALOG IN parameter can be  
used to assign an analog audio  
input connector for the selected  
input.  
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CONFIGURING ADVANCED INPUT SETTINGS (continued)  
RECORD ADVANCED  
ANLG IN LVL  
-18 to +12dB  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
RECORD ADVANCED  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
RECORD ADVANCED  
ANLG IN LVL  
Opens the RECORD ADV menu, which configures advanced Record  
Zone input settings.  
Allows adjustment of analog audio input levels for input signals sent to  
the Record Zone digital audio output connectors. Adjustments are  
applied to the input signals before passing them to the Record Zone  
digital audio output connectors. This parameter can be adjusted when an  
input source is present to prevent the internal A/D converter from  
overloading.  
The parameters on the left side of the RECORD ADV menu are  
identical regardless of the selected input. The parameter settings on  
the right side are adjustable. The RECORD ADV menu shown in the  
Appendix indicates factory-default parameter settings.  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
ON, OFF  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
RECORD ADVANCED  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
-18 to +12dB  
Allows direct digital recording (digital sources bypass sample rate  
conversion). When ON, digital input signals pass directly to the  
Record Zone digital audio output connectors, preserving the  
original input signal sample rate. When OFF, the sample rate of the  
digital signals is converted, then passed to the Record Zone digital  
audio output connectors. The sample rate of the output signal then  
matches the sample rate of the recording device. The DIG OUT  
ON, OFF  
INPUT, 96kHz, 88.2kHz, 48kHz, 44.1kHz  
BLOCKED, ENABLED  
MAIN MENU  
INPUT SETUP  
SETUP  
DVD1 RECORD ADV  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
-18 to +12dB  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
NAME  
DVD1  
1
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
+0dB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ENABLED  
HDMI IN  
ON  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
OFF  
INPUT  
96kHz  
88.2 kHz  
48kHz  
44.1kHz  
VCR  
CD  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
S-VIDEO-1  
1
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
FILM  
D
5.1 FILM  
FILM  
5.1mc 5.1mc FILM  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
BLOCKED  
ENABLED  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
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RATE parameter settings have no effect when the DIGITAL BYPASS  
parameter is set to ON.  
RECORD  
BLOCKED, ENABLED  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
RECORD ADVANCED  
RECORD  
If the downmixed audio is coming from the HDMI input, and the  
content is HDCP-encoded, the sample rate is limited to no more  
than 48kHz.  
Prevents recording device feedback loops. When BLOCKED is  
selected, the SDP-40HD blocks the Record Zone audio output  
connectors to prevent feedback loops. However, video input signals  
are still passed to the Record Zone video output connectors. When  
ENABLED is selected, audio and video input signals are passed to  
the Record Zone audio and video output connectors.  
If the audio from a copy-protected DVD-Audio disc is input through  
HDMI, then no digital audio output is available.  
DIG OUT RATE  
INPUT, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
DVD1  
RECORD ADVANCED  
DIG OUT RATE  
Controls the sample rate of digital and analog input signals sent to  
the Record Zone digital audio output connectors. When INPUT is  
selected, the sample rate of input signals is not converted.  
Therefore, the original sample rate is maintained from the input  
connectors through to the Record Zone digital audio output  
connectors.  
When a value is selected, the input signals pass through the  
selected value of sample rate conversion, then pass to the Record  
Zone digital audio output connectors. Set the DIG OUT RATE  
parameter to the appropriate value when using a recording format  
that operates on a single sample rate, such as CD-R format  
(44.1kHz).  
If the downmixed audio is coming from the HDMI input, and the  
content is HDCP-encoded, the sample rate is limited to no more  
than 48kHz.  
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SPEAKER SETUP  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
Selecting the SETUP menu SPEAKERS option opens the SPEAKER SETUP menu, which configures the Main Zone audio output connectors for the  
desired speaker setup. The Main Zone includes 10 unbalanced audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, Subwoofer L/R, Side L/R,  
and Rear L/R. Two additional audio output connectors labeled Aux L/R are provided for future expansion.  
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S
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S
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
SPEA  
LEVEL  
CUSTOM SETUP  
C
UP
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
S  
T
S
SPEAKER DISTANCE  
LEVELS CALIBRATIO  
LE
N
RR
R
SR  
0.0Hz  
0.0Hz  
0.0Hz  
C
80Hz  
M
L
SL  
RL  
0.0Hz  
SUB  
0.0Hz  
0.0Hz  
0.0Hz  
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Setup  
JBL  
CUSTOM SETUP  
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SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
SPEAKER DISTANCE  
LEVELS CALIBRATIO  
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MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
FRONT L/R  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
SUB XOVER  
LFE  
80 Hz  
80 Hz  
80 Hz  
80 Hz  
MONO  
80 Hz  
OFF  
UP
RR
INPUTS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
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SPEAKERS  
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REAR PANEL CONFIG  
N  
DISPLAYS  
R
SR  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
80Hz  
TRIGGERS  
80Hz  
80Hz  
LOCK OPTIONS  
C
ULTRA2 SUB OFF  
80Hz  
BGC  
ASA  
N/A  
APART  
M
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
SUB  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
CUSTOM SETUPS  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu CUSTOM SETUP option opens  
the CUSTOM SETUP menu, which assigns independent crossover  
points for each Main Zone audio output connector. Crossover  
points can be selected in 10Hz increments within a 30 to 120Hz  
range. The graphs shown on the next page indicate the frequency  
response of each crossover point.  
Select the subwoofer crossover point equal to the lowest  
crossover point of any of the other speakers. For example, if  
CUSTOM SETUP menu parameters are set as shown above, set  
the SUB XOVER parameter to 80Hz – the lowest crossover point  
of the other speakers.  
In a custom setup, low frequencies are generally redirected from  
speakers with the highest crossover points to speakers with the  
lowest crossover points. Signals lower than the lowest crossover  
point are redirected to the subwoofer. If the lowest crossover point  
is FULL, low frequency signals, excluding LFE information, are not  
redirected to the subwoofer.  
To configure a custom speaker setup:  
Select the crossover point closest to the low frequency rating of  
the associated speakers. For example, set the FRONT L/R  
parameter to the crossover point closest to the low frequency  
rating of the front speakers.  
Low frequencies between the Subwoofer L/R and any or all of the  
other speaker channels can be duplicated. To do this, select the  
FULL + SUB crossover setting for the front, center, side or rear  
speakers. Making this selection can result in excessive bass.  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS (continued)  
High-pass Filter  
Low-pass Filter  
Low-pass filters attenuate high frequencies at 24dB per octave. The curves in the graph  
above indicate the frequency response of each crossover setting. From left to right, the  
curves represent crossover settings from 30Hz to 120Hz.  
High-pass filters attenuate low frequencies at 24dB per octave. The curves in the graph  
above indicate the frequency response of each crossover setting. From left to right, the curves  
represent crossover settings from 30Hz to 120Hz. The graph above does not show the THX  
80Hz crossover point, which is 12dB per octave.  
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Setup  
JBL  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
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SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
FRONT L/R  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
MONO  
CUSTOM SETUP  
TUP
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
!CAUTION!  
PRESSING THE  
BUTTON WILL  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
SPEAKER DISTANCES
LEVELS CALIBRATIO
RR
N  
AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE  
THE OUTPUTS TO A  
SYNTHESIS  
R
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SUB XOVER THX 80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
LFE  
OFF  
ULTRA2 SUB OFF  
N/A  
7CH SPEAKER  
CONFIGURATION  
BGC  
ASA  
80Hz  
APART  
M
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
SUB  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SPEAKER SETUPS  
Press thearrow button to close the message without  
configuring the Main Zone audio output connectors for a  
SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup.  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SETUP  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
Selecting CUSTOM SETUPSYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP opens the  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SPEAKER SETUP screen, which indicates that  
pressing the arrow button will automatically configure the Main  
Zone audio output connectors for a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup.  
You should use THX certified speakers in a SYNTHESIS speaker  
setup.  
When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, the  
SDP-40HD applies a THX 80Hz crossover point with a  
12dB-per-octave filter to the Front L/R, Center, Side L/R, and  
Rear L/R output connectors. The SDP-40HD applies a THX  
80Hz crossover point with a 24dB-per-octave filter to the  
Subwoofer L/R output connectors.  
Note:  
When the SYNTHESIS 7CH SPEAKER SETUP screen opens:  
A SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is not required to activate THX  
Press thearrow button to configure the Main Zone audio  
output connectors for a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup. The  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP menu will open on the on-screen  
display.  
listening modes.  
In the SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP menu, only the REAR L/R, THX  
ULTRA2 SUB, BGC, and ASA parameters can be changed.  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS (continued)  
SPEAKER SETUP PARAMETERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
or  
SETUP  
The table below indicates the speaker setup parameters for  
configuring all possible settings for speaker setup parameters in the  
CUSTOM SETUP and SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP menus.  
one menu, the corresponding parameter setting is automatically  
adjusted on the other menu. For example, when a SYNTHESIS 7CH  
speaker setup is selected, the speaker setup parameters on the  
CUSTOM SETUP menu are set to THX 80Hz.  
Speaker setup parameters perform the same function regardless of  
the selected speaker setup. When a parameter setting is adjusted on  
CUSTOM SETUP Menu  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP Menu  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Setting  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
80Hz  
FRONT L/R*  
CENTER*  
SIDE L/R*  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R*  
SUB XOVER*  
LFE*  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
MONO  
80Hz  
OFF  
FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz  
FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE  
FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE  
FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE  
MONO, STEREO, NONE  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
MONO  
80Hz  
ON  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz, NONE  
MONO  
FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz  
ON, OFF  
80Hz  
ON  
THX ULTRA2 SUB  
BGC  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
N/A†  
APART  
ON, OFF  
N/A†  
APART  
ON, OFF  
ASA  
APART, CLOSE, TOGETHER  
APART, CLOSE, TOGETHER  
* These parameters cannot be adjusted on the SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP menu.  
† When the THX ULTRA2 SUB parameter is set to OFF, the BGC parameter is not available (N/A).  
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Setup  
JBL  
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CUSTOM SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
SPEAKER DISTANCE  
LEVELS CALIBRATIO  
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MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
CUSTOM SETUP  
UP
RR
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
FRONT L/R  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
SUB XOVER  
LFE  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
MONO  
80Hz  
OFF  
T
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N  
R
SR  
80Hz  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
80Hz  
80Hz  
C
ULTRA2 SUB OFF  
80Hz  
BGC  
ASA  
N/A  
APART  
M
SUB  
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
SUB XOVER  
SUBWOOFERS L/R  
REAR L/R SPEAKERS  
SIDE L/R SPEAKERS  
CENTER SPEAKER  
FRONT L/R SPEAKERS  
FULL  
MONO  
FULL  
FULL  
FULL  
FULL  
30Hz  
STEREO  
FULL + SUB  
FULL + SUB  
FULL + SUB  
FULL + SUB  
40Hz  
NONE  
30Hz  
30Hz  
30Hz  
30Hz  
50Hz  
40Hz  
40Hz  
40Hz  
40Hz  
60Hz  
50Hz  
50Hz  
50Hz  
50Hz  
70Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
80Hz  
70Hz  
70Hz  
70Hz  
70Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
80Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
NONE  
80Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
NONE  
80Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
NONE  
80Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
Select FULL to send a full-range signal to the front speakers.  
Otherwise, select the crossover point closest to the low  
frequency rating of the front speakers.  
FRONT L/R  
FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz  
CUSTOM SETUP  
FRONT L/R  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
Select FULL + SUB to send a full-range signal to the front  
speakers and duplicate bass frequencies to the SUB L/R  
outputs. (The set crossover point of the SUB XOVER parameter  
determines the upper range of duplicate bass.) Selecting the  
FULL + SUB option can result in excessive bass.  
Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output  
connectors labeled FRONT L/R when a custom speaker setup is  
selected. Opens the FRONT L/R SPEAKERS menu to select a  
crossover point for the FRONT L/R output connectors.  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS (continued)  
FRONT L/R (continued)  
SIDE L/R  
FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE  
FRONT L/R  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SIDE L/R  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, an 80Hz  
crossover point is applied to the FRONT L/R output connectors, and  
the FRONT L/R parameter cannot be adjusted.  
Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connector  
labeled SIDE L/R when a custom speaker setup is selected. Opens  
the SIDE L/R SPEAKERS menu to select a crossover point for the SIDE  
L/R output connectors.  
CENTER  
FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE  
Select FULL to send a full-range signal to the side speakers.  
Otherwise, select the crossover point closest to the low  
frequency rating of the side speakers.  
CENTER  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
Opens the CENTER SPEAKER menu to select a crossover point for  
the CENTER output connector.  
Select FULL + SUB to send a full-range signal to the side  
speakers and duplicate bass frequencies to the SUB L/R  
outputs. (The set crossover point of the SUB XOVER parameter  
determines the upper range of duplicate bass.) Selecting the  
FULL + SUB option can result in excessive bass.  
Select FULL to send a full-range signal to the center speaker.  
Otherwise, select the crossover point closest to the low  
frequency rating of the center speaker.  
Select NONE when the speaker setup does not include side  
speakers. The SDP-40HD will redirect side channel signals to  
the Rear L/R output connectors. If the REAR L/R parameter is  
also set to NONE, the SDP-40HD will redirect surround channel  
signals to the Front L/R output connectors.  
Select FULL + SUB to send a full-range signal to the center  
speaker and duplicate bass frequencies to the SUB L/R outputs.  
(The set crossover point of the SUB XOVER parameter  
determines the upper range of duplicate bass.) Selecting the  
FULL + SUB option can result in excessive bass.  
Note:  
Select NONE when the speaker setup does not include a center  
speaker. The SDP-40HD then redirects center channel signals to the  
Front L/R output connectors – unless the 5.1mc BYPASS listening  
mode is activated. In this case, configure the speaker setup with the  
associated DVD-A/SACD player to redirect center channel signals.  
When the SIDE L/R parameter is set to NONE, Dolby Digital  
SurroundEX, THX Ultra2, THX Surround EX, DTS(-ES) decoding, the  
ASA parameter, and PLIIx modes are not available.  
CENTER  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, an 80Hz  
crossover point is applied to the Center output connector, and the  
CENTER parameter cannot be adjusted.  
When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, an 80Hz  
crossover point is applied to the SIDE L/R output connectors, and  
the SIDE L/R parameter cannot be adjusted.  
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JBL  
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SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
SPEAKER DISTANCE  
LEVELS CALIBRATIO
UP
FRONT L/R  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
SUB XOVER  
LFE  
80Hz  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
!CAUTION!  
PRESSING THE  
BUTTON WILL  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
S  
T
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
MONO  
80Hz  
OFF  
N
AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE  
THE OUTPUTS TO A  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
SPEAKER  
RR
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80Hz  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
80Hz  
80Hz  
C
ULTRA2 SUB  
OFF  
N/A  
CONFIGURATION  
80Hz  
BGC  
ASA  
APART  
M
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
SUB  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
REAR SPEAKERS  
80Hz  
NONE  
REAR L/R FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE  
REAR L/R  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
REAR L/R  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, the REAR L/R  
parameter opens the SYNTHESIS 7CH REAR SPEAKERS menu shown  
above, to activate and deactivate the REAR L/R output connectors.  
Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connector  
labeled REAR L/R when a custom speaker setup is selected. Opens  
the REAR L/R SPEAKERS menu to select a crossover point for the  
REAR L/R output connectors.  
Select 80Hz to activate and configure the Rear L/R output  
connectors for a 7.1-channel THX speaker setup.  
Select NONE to deactivate the Rear L/R output connectors,  
configuring the Main Zone audio output connectors for a  
5.1-channel THX speaker setup.  
Select FULL to send a full-range signal to the rear speakers.  
Otherwise, select the crossover point closest to the low  
frequency rating of the rear speakers.  
Select FULL + SUB to send a full-range signal to the rear  
speakers and duplicate bass frequencies to the SUB L/R  
outputs. (The set crossover point of the SUB XOVER parameter  
determines the upper range of duplicate bass.) Selecting the  
FULL + SUB option can result in excessive bass.  
Note:  
When the REAR L/R parameter is set to NONE, Dolby Digital Surround  
EX, THX Ultra2, THX Surround EX, PLIIx modes, DTS(-ES) decoding, and  
the ASA parameter are not available.  
Select NONE when the speaker setup does not include rear speakers.  
The SDP-40HD then redirects rear channel signals to the Side L/R  
output connectors. If the SIDE L/R parameter is also set to NONE,  
surround channel signals are sent to the Front L/R output connectors.  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS (continued)  
SUB L/R  
MONO, STEREO, NONE  
SUB XOVER  
FULL, 30 to 120Hz, THX 80Hz  
SUB XOVER  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SUB L/R  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output  
connectors labeled SUBWOOFER L/R when a custom speaker setup  
is selected. Opens the SUB XOVER menu to select a crossover point  
for the SUBWOOFER L/R output connectors.  
Configures the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled  
SUBWOOFER L/R for a speaker setup that includes one, two, or no  
subwoofer(s).  
When a custom speaker setup is selected, the SUB L/R parameter  
opens the SUBWOOFERS L/R menu, to select a configuration for the  
SUBWOOFER L/R output connectors.  
Select FULL to send a full-range signal to the subwoofer(s).  
Otherwise, select the crossover point equal to the lowest crossover  
point of the other speakers.  
Select MONO if the speaker setup includes one subwoofer. The  
SDP-40HD sends low frequency front, center, and surround  
channel signals to the SUBWOOFER L/R output connectors.  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, an 80Hz  
crossover point is applied to the SUBWOOFER L/R output  
connectors, and the SUB L/R parameter cannot be adjusted.  
Select STEREO if the speaker setup includes two subwoofers.  
The SDP-40HD sends low frequency front left, center, and  
surround left channel signals to the SUBWOOFER L output  
connector and low frequency front right, center, and surround  
right channel signals to the SUBWOOFER R output connector.  
LFE  
ON, OFF  
LFE  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
Select NONE if the speaker setup does not include a subwoofer.  
The SDP-40HD redirects low frequency signals to the speakers  
with the lowest crossover points – unless the 5.1mc BYPASS  
listening mode is activated. In this instance, configure the  
speaker setup with the associated DVD-A/SACD player to  
redirect low frequency signals.  
Activates and deactivates the Main Zone audio output connector  
labeled LFE when a custom speaker setup is selected.  
When a custom speaker setup is selected:  
Select ON to activate the LFE output connector. LFE information is  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
sent to the LFE output connector.  
When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, the SUBWOOFER  
L/R output connectors are configured for a speaker setup that  
includes one subwoofer, and the SUB L/R parameter cannot be  
adjusted.  
Select OFF to deactivate the LFE output connector. LFE signals  
are redirected to the SUBWOOFER L/R output connectors. If  
the SUB L/R parameter is set to OFF, LFE signals are redirected  
to the speakers with the lowest crossover point – unless the  
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JBL  
5.1mc BYPASS listening mode is activated. In this instance,  
configure the speaker setup with the associated DVD-A/SACD  
player to redirect low frequency signals.  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
When a SYNTHESIS 7CH speaker setup is selected, the LFE information is  
redirected to the SUBWOOFER L/R output connectors, and the LFE  
parameter cannot be adjusted.  
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SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
SPEAKER DISTANCE  
LEVELS CALIBRATIO  
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SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
UP
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INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
T
S
N  
R
SR  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
C
80Hz  
M
SUB  
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
ON  
OFF  
FRONT L/R  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
SUB XOVER  
LFE  
80Hz  
FRONT L/R  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
SUB XOVER  
LFE  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
MONO  
80Hz  
OFF  
!CAUTION!  
PRESSING THE  
BUTTON WILL  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
MONO  
80Hz  
OFF  
APART  
CLOSE  
TOGETHER  
AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE  
THE OUTPUTS TO A S  
SPEAKER CONFIGURATION  
ULTRA2 SUB OFF  
ULTRA2 SUB OFF  
BGC  
ASA  
N/A  
APART  
BGC  
ASA  
N/A  
APART  
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Setup  
SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS (continued)  
Note:  
THX ULTRA2 SUB  
ON, OFF  
BGC compensates for increased bass energy that is caused by the  
proximity of the speakers to the listening room walls.  
ULTRA2 SUB  
ULTRA2 SUB  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
or  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
ASA (ADVANCED SPEAKER ARRAY)  
ON, OFF  
Enables boundary gain compensation (BGC) for THX Ultra2-  
certified subwoofers.  
ASA  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
ASA  
or SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
Select ON if the subwoofer using the Main Zone audio output  
connectors labeled Subwoofer L/R is THX Ultra2-certified.  
When ON is selected, the BGC parameter can be used to adjust  
boundary gain compensation.  
ASA is a proprietary THX technology to process rear channel signals to  
optimize the listening experience for THX Ultra2 listening modes, including  
THX UL2Cin, THX MUSIC, DTS THX UL2Cin, DTS THX MUSIC, 5.1mc THX  
UL2Cin, and 5.1mc THX MUSIC. Applied to film sources, ASA processing  
blends surround channel signals to optimize ambient and directional  
surround sounds. Applied to music sources, ASA processing places surround  
channel signals on a wide, stable rear soundstage.  
Select OFF if the subwoofer using the Main Zone audio output  
connectors labeled Subwoofer L/R is not THX Ultra2-certified.  
When OFF is selected, the BGC parameter is not available  
(N/A).  
ASA processing is available when one of the THX ULTRA2 listening  
modes is activated and both side and rear speakers are present.  
BGC (BOUNDARY GAIN COMPENSATION)  
ON, OFF  
BGC  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
The ASA parameter can be changed in any mode, but the change  
will have no effect unless the above conditions are met.  
BGC  
or SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
SYNTHESIS 7CH  
To maximize the effectiveness of ASA processing, configure a  
7.1-channel speaker setup so the rear speakers are placed close  
together facing the center of the listening space.  
Adjusts boundary gain compensation when the THX ULTRA2 SUB  
parameter is set to ON.  
Select APART if the distance between the rear speakers is  
Select ON to apply a high pass 55Hz filter to all Main Zone  
greater than 4 feet (1.2m).  
audio output connectors and listening modes.  
Select CLOSE if the distance between the rear speakers is  
greater than 1 foot (0.3m), but less than 4 feet (1.2m).  
Select OFF, and no filtering is applied to the Main Zone audio  
output connectors and listening modes.  
Select TOGETHER if the distance between the rear speakers is  
less than 1 foot (0.3m).  
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Setup  
JBL  
You can use the remote control 7/5 button to toggle between 7-  
and 5-channel playback. When you use the 7/5 button, the  
SDP-40HD automatically:  
Activates ASA processing during 7-channel playback.  
Deactivates ASA processing during 5-channel playback.  
Switches between the 5.1 THX ULTRA2 and THX, DTS THX ULTRA2  
and DTS THX, or 5.1mc THX ULTRA2 and 5.1mc THX listening modes.  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
CALIBRATING SPEAKER DISTANCES & OUTPUT LEVELS  
The SDP-40HD offers calibration of speaker distances and output levels. Calibration helps to ensure accurate output signal arrival time and level  
at the primary listening position. However, it is not a substitute for proper speaker placement.  
Before calibrating speaker distances and output levels:  
SPEAKER CALIBRATION PARAMETERS  
The table on the next page indicates the speaker calibration  
parameters that can be used to set speaker distances and output  
levels for the speakers connected to the corresponding Main Zone  
audio output connectors. These parameters are available on the  
speaker distance and output level menus shown throughout this  
section.  
Set crossover points for the Main Zone audio output  
connectors. Setting crossover points afterwards could  
invalidate calibrated output levels (the CUSTOM or THX SETUP  
menu can be used to set crossover points).  
Eliminate extraneous noise in the listening space, including  
conversation, air conditioners, and sounds that filter in through  
open doors and windows.  
SPEAKER DISTANCE PARAMETERS +0.0 to 30.0ft or 12.0m  
Move or remove people or objects blocking the path between the  
microphones or SPL meter and the speakers.  
Reflect the distance between the primary listening position and the  
speaker connected to the corresponding Main Zone audio output  
connector.  
OUTPUT LEVEL PARAMETERS  
-18.0db to +12.0dB  
Reflect the output level of signals sent to the speaker connected to  
the corresponding Main Zone audio output connector.  
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Setup  
JBL  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
MANUAL  
Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu LEVELS CALIBRATION option displays the LEVELS CALIBRATION menu, to manually calibrate speaker  
distances and output levels. The table below indicates available manual calibration options.  
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MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
CUSTOM SETUP  
TUP
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
SPEAKER DISTANCE
S
LEVELS CALIBRATIO
RR
N  
R
SR  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
LOCK OPTIONS  
C
80Hz  
M
SUB  
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
Manual Options  
Details  
SPEAKER DISTANCES  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
INTERNAL NOISE TEST  
Provides manual calibration and individual adjustment of speaker distances.  
Provides manual calibration and individual adjustment of output levels.  
Automatically sends an internal calibration noise signal to each Main Zone audio output connector, allowing  
for simultaneous output level adjustment.  
DACS CALIBRATION  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
• Requires an external calibration source such as an audio calibration disc.  
• Activates an appropriate listening mode based on the current Main Zone input source.  
• Provides amplitude limits for low-frequency signals sent to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled  
Subwoofer L/R and LFE, and low-frequency signals redirected to other Main Zone audio output connectors.  
• Protects speakers against input sources that produce low-frequency signal peaks.  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
CALIBRATION (continued)  
PERFORMING SPEAKER DISTANCE CALIBRATION  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
MANUAL  
SPEAKER DISTANCES  
Selecting the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu SPEAKER DISTANCES option displays the SPEAKER DISTANCES menu, to manually calibrate  
speaker distances.  
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SETUP  
SPEAKER DISTANCES  
M
MAIN MENU  
CUSTOM SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
FRONT LEFT 0.0ft  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SETUP
CENTER  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
N/A  
L
SPEAKER DISTANCE
S
FRONT RIGHT  
SIDE RIGHT  
REAR RIGHT  
REAR LEFT  
SIDE LEFT  
MONO SUB  
SUB RIGHT  
LFE  
LEVELS CALIBRATIO
N
RR
R
SR  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
LOCK OPTIONS  
C
0.0 to 30.0ft or 12.0m  
80Hz  
M
SUB  
N/A  
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
METERS  
FEET  
UNITS  
FEET  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
SPEAKER DISTANCES  
To manually calibrate speaker distances:  
3. To determine the appropriate speaker distance, measure the  
distance between the primary listening position and the front  
of the speaker.  
1. Follow the menu path shown above to select SPEAKER  
DISTANCES. The SPEAKER DISTANCES menu shown above will  
open on the on-screen display.  
For example, when the FRONT LEFT parameter is selected,  
measure the distance between the primary listening position  
and the front of the front left speaker (connected to the Main  
Zone audio output connector labeled Front L).  
2. Press the or arrow button to highlight the desired  
speaker distance parameter. Then, press the arrow button  
to select the highlighted speaker distance parameter.  
4. When the speaker distance has been measured, press the ꢀ  
or arrow button to set the parameter to the closest available  
value.  
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JBL  
PERFORMING MANUAL OUTPUT LEVEL CALIBRATION  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
Selecting the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu LEVELS CALIBRATION option displays the LEVELS CALIBRATION menu to manually calibrate  
output levels.  
Note the following:  
You should use a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter to manually  
calibrate output levels. An SPL meter is a device that measures  
the relative loudness of the speakers to ensure accurate output  
level calibration. SPL meters are available at Radio Shack.  
Output levels for speakers that are not included in the speaker  
setup cannot be adjusted during the internal noise test. These  
output levels can be adjusted during the external noise test,  
but there is no need to do so.  
Output levels should be calibrated from the primary listening  
position by placing the SPL meter at the approximate location  
where the listener’s head will be during listening.  
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LEVELS CALIBRATION  
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
CUSTOM SETUP  
INTERNAL NOISE TEST  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
TUP
DACS CALIBRATION  
SPEAKER DISTANCE  
S
RR
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
LEVELS CALIBRATIO  
N
R
SR  
80Hz 80Hz
80Hz  
DACS CALIBRATION  
INTERNAL NOISE  
C
C
FRONT LEFT  
CENTER  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
N/A  
!CAUTION!  
80Hz  
HIGH AUDIO LEVELS  
M
SUB  
M
SUB  
FRONT RIGHT  
SIDE RIGHT  
REAR RIGHT  
REAR LEFT  
SIDE LEFT  
MONO SUB  
SUB RIGHT  
LFE  
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
UNITS  
N/A  
-18.0 to +12.0dB  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
MANUAL CALIBRATION (continued)  
INTERNAL NOISE TEST  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
INTERNAL NOISE TEST  
To manually calibrate output levels during the internal noise test:  
Opens the INTERNAL NOISE message shown on the previous page,  
which indicates that the internal noise test generates loud  
calibration noise signals.  
1. Set the SPL meter to “C” weighting and “SLOW” response.  
2. Press the or arrow button to highlight the desired  
output level parameter. Then, quickly press the button to  
select this output level parameter. The horizontal bar graph  
shown on the previous page will open on the on-screen display  
and automatic scrolling will stop.  
When the INTERNAL NOISE message opens:  
Press the arrow button to open the SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST  
menu shown on the previous page. When the SPEAKER LEVEL  
ADJUST menu opens, the internal noise test automatically  
begins.  
Note:  
Press the button to stop the internal noise test.  
During the internal noise test, it is possible to select an output level  
parameter just as the cursor is about to automatically scroll to the  
next parameter, causing the SDP-40HD to send the calibration  
noise signal to both speakers. If this occurs, reselect the desired  
speaker.  
During the internal noise test, the SDP-40HD sends calibration  
noise signals to each speaker in the order shown on the SPEAKER  
LEVEL ADJUST menu. The cursor automatically scrolls through  
output level parameters, highlighting each parameter as the  
SDP-40HD sends the calibration noise signal to the corresponding  
speaker. The calibration noise signal is sent to each speaker for  
about 4 seconds.  
3. When the horizontal bar graph opens, press the or ꢁ  
button to select the output level that achieves a 75dB SPL  
meter reading from the primary listening position.  
Note:  
4. Press to close the parameter. The internal noise test will  
continue and automatic scrolling will resume.  
When the internal noise test begins, the SDP-40HD automatically sets  
the volume level to +0dB. Avoid adjusting the master volume level  
while the test is in progress to achieve THX reference levels (75dB).  
5. Repeat steps 2, 3, and 4 until all desired output levels have  
been set.  
INTERNAL NOISE TEST LEVELS CALIBRATION MANUAL SPEAKERS SETUP  
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Setup  
JBL  
DACS CALIBRATION  
DACS CALIBRATION  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
Selecting the LEVELS CALIBRATION menu DACS CALIBRATION  
option opens the SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST menu shown on  
page 3-42, which manually calibrates the output levels.  
To manually calibrate output levels during the DACS calibration:  
1. Set the SPL Meter to “C” weighting and “SLOW” response.  
2. Place the SPL Meter at the primary listening position.  
DACS CALIBRATION requires an external noise source. In JBL  
Synthesis systems, this source is the JBL Digital Acoustical  
3. Press the or arrow button to highlight the output level  
parameter you want. Then, press the button to select this  
output level parameter. The horizontal bar graph shown on  
page 3-42 displays.  
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Calibration System (DACS ). However, an alternate source such as  
an audio calibration disc can also be used. When the noise test is  
conducted, the SDP-40HD activates a listening mode based on the  
current Main Zone input source. Refer to the table below for more  
information about external noise test listening mode activation.  
4. Begin playback of the external calibration source and press the  
or arrow button to select the output level that achieves  
the SPL Meter reading specified in the external calibration  
source instructions.  
When a listening mode is activated during the DACS CALIBRATION  
test, all custom listening mode menu parameter settings are  
ignored. The listening mode is applied to the current Main Zone  
input source in its factory-default condition. When the DACS  
CALIBRATION test is finished, the listening mode returns to its  
custom condition.  
5. After selecting the output level, press the arrow button to  
close the horizontal bar graph.  
6. Repeat steps 2, 3, and 4 until you have set all the output levels  
you want.  
INPUT SOURCE  
LISTENING MODE  
Note:  
2-Channel  
PLII MOVIE,  
DIGITAL**  
PLIIx MOVIE*  
When the DACS CALIBRATION test begins, the SDP-40HD  
automatically sets the volume level to +0dB. Avoid adjusting the  
master volume level while the test is in progress to achieve THX  
reference levels (75dB).  
Dolby Digital  
DTS(-ES)  
*
5.1-Channel Analog 5.1mc STANDARD  
* These listening modes depend on the speaker configuration. Dolby Pro Logic IIx MOVIE  
will only load when side and rear speakers are present.  
**These listening mode names differ depending on the current input source, speaker  
setup, and parameter settings. Refer to the Listening Mode Descriptions section  
beginning on page 5-5 for more information.  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
MANUAL CALIBRATION (continued)  
SETTING BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
MANUAL  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
The BASS PEAK LIMITERS option displays the BASS PEAK LIMITERS menu to set amplitude limits on low frequency signals sent to the Main Zone  
audio output Subwoofer L/R and LFE connectors. This menu also sets amplitude limits on low frequency signals redirected to other Main Zone  
audio output connectors. The SDP-40HD is equipped with an internal limiter to prevent low frequency signals from exceeding a designated  
output level. This is essential for Dolby Digital and DTS(-ES) sources that produce low frequency signal peaks at much higher output levels than  
2-channel sources. In home theaters, there is a danger of the subwoofers and their associated amplifiers overloading when attempting to  
reproduce low frequency signals.  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
CAL NOISE ON  
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LEVELS CALIBRATION  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
UP
INTERNAL NOISE TEST  
DACS CALIBRATION  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
T
L/R LIMITER  
L/R LIMIT ADJ  
LFE LIMITER  
LFE LIMIT ADJ  
OFF  
100dB  
OFF  
SPEAKER DISTANCE
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LEVELS CALIBRATIO
N  
RR
100dB  
R
SR  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
!CAUTION!  
HIGH AUDIO LEVELS  
C
80Hz  
M
SUB  
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
75 to 120dB  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
ON  
OFF  
Note:  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Setting  
You should configure BASS PEAK LIMITERS menu parameter settings  
whether output levels are automatically or manually calibrated.  
CAL NOISE  
ON  
ON, OFF  
L/R LIMITER  
L/R LIMIT ADJ  
LFE LIMITER  
LFE LIMIT ADJ  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
100dB  
OFF  
75 to 120dB  
ON, OFF  
100dB  
75 to 120dB  
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CAL NOISE  
ON, OFF  
L/R LIMIT ADJ  
75 to 120dB  
L/R LIMITER ADJ  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
CAL NOISE  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
Determines whether bass peak limiters are set with an internal or  
external calibration source.  
Specifies the output level restriction applied to the Subwoofer L/R  
output connectors, and to other Main Zone audio output  
connectors to which low frequency signals are redirected.  
To set the CAL NOISE parameter:  
To set the L/R LIMIT ADJ parameter:  
Select ON to activate an internal calibration noise signal to set  
bass peak limiters.  
1. Select the L/R LIMIT ADJ parameter.  
Select OFF to deactivate the internal calibration noise signal.  
The parameter initially sets to 75dB.  
Setting bass peak limiters with the calibration noise set to OFF  
requires an external calibration source such as an audio  
calibration disc.  
2. Press the or arrow button to change the parameter  
value.  
The selected output level restriction is applied when the L/R  
LIMITER parameter is set to ON.  
L/R LIMITER  
ON, OFF  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
L/R LIMITER  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
LFE LIMITER  
ON, OFF  
LFE LIMITER  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
Limits low frequency signals sent to the subwoofer or redirected to  
other speakers.  
Limits low frequency signals sent to the LFE subwoofer or redirected  
to other speakers.  
To set the L/R LIMITER parameter:  
Select ON to restrict the output level of the low frequency  
To set the LFE LIMITER parameter:  
signals to the L/R LIMIT ADJ parameter setting.  
Select ON to restrict the output level of the low frequency  
Select OFF to allow an unrestricted signal output level,  
regardless of the L/R LIMIT ADJ parameter setting.  
signals to the LFE LIMIT ADJ parameter setting.  
Select OFF to allow an unrestricted signal output level,  
regardless of the LFE LIMIT ADJ parameter setting.  
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Setup  
MANUAL CALIBRATION (continued)  
The parameter initially sets to 75dB.  
LFE LIMITER ADJ  
75 to 120dB  
SETUP  
SPEAKERS  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
LFE LIMITER ADJ  
2. Press the or arrow button to change the parameter  
value.  
Specifies the output level restriction the SDP-40HD applies to the  
LFE output connector.  
The selected output level restriction is applied when the LFE  
LIMITER parameter is set to ON.  
To set the LFE LIMIT ADJ parameter:  
1. Select the LFE LIMIT ADJ parameter.  
REAR-PANEL CONFIGURATION  
8 STEREO INPUTS  
SETUP  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
SETUP  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
8 STEREO INPUTS  
Selecting the REAR PANEL CONFIG option displays the REAR PANEL  
CONFIG menu shown below, to configure the analog audio input  
connectors as eight (Left/Right) stereo connectors or as five  
(Left/Right) stereo connectors and one 5.1-channel configuration  
(Front L/R, Center, Subwoofer, Side L/R).  
Select the 8 STEREO INPUTS option to configure the analog audio  
input connectors as eight stereo connectors.  
When 8 STEREO INPUTS is selected:  
All analog audio input connectors are configured as stereo  
connectors.  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
8 STEREO INPUTS  
OR  
5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
The 5.1-channel connector is not available.  
Input sources that were assigned to the 5.1-channel connector  
are reassigned to the stereo connector labeled 6.  
5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG  
FOR REAR PANEL CFG  
8 STEREO INPUTS  
FOR REAR PANEL CFG  
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Setup  
JBL  
5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG  
SETUP  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG  
Select the 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG option to configure the analog audio  
input connectors as five stereo and one 5.1-channel connectors.  
When 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG is selected:  
The 5.1-channel connector should only be used with  
5.1-channel analog sources such as DVD-As and SACDs.  
The analog audio input connectors labeled 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are  
configured as stereo connectors.  
The analog audio input connectors labeled 6, 7, and 8 are  
configured as 5.1-channel connectors.  
Input sources that were assigned to the stereo connectors  
labeled 6, 7, and 8 are reassigned to conform to the  
5.1-channel configuration.  
The 5.1-channel input is sent to the Main Zone audio output  
connectors as indicated in the table below.  
Input Connector(s)  
Output Connector(s)  
(L) & (R)  
(C)  
Front L/R  
Center  
(SUB)  
Subwoofer L/R & LFE  
(LS) & (RS) 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG Side L/R & Rear L/R  
8 STEREO INPUTS REAR PANEL CONFIG SETUP  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
DISPLAY SETUP  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
The DISPLAYS option displays the DISPLAY SETUP menu, to customize the on-screen and front-panel displays, restore audio/video  
synchronization, and create and activate a custom unit name.  
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
DISPLAY SETUP  
OFF, 1 to 60ms  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
CUSTOM NAME  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
CUSTOM NAME  
ON, OFF  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Setting  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
CUSTOM  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
Activates the display of the custom unit name, which can be  
created with the EDIT CUSTOM NAME menu. When ON is selected,  
the custom unit name scrolls across the on-screen and front panel  
displays whenever the SDP-40HD is activated. When OFF is  
selected, the custom unit name does not scroll across the on-screen  
and front- panel displays when the SDP-40HD is activated.  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY Refer to page 3-53  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
CUSTOM NAME  
OFF  
OFF, 1 to 60ms  
ON, OFF  
OFF  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
OFF, 1 to 60ms  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
Restores audio/video synchronization when the SDP-40HD is  
connected to components such as video processors that introduce  
video signal delays. Select a value between 1 and 60ms to activate  
an audio signal delay to compensate for the video signal delay.  
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Setup  
JBL  
MAIN MENU  
DISPLAY SETUP  
SETUP  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
SDP-40HD  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
CUSTOM NAME  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
OFF  
OFF  
BUTTONS TO EDIT  
UP TO 20 CHARACTERS  
BUTTON TO ADVANCE  
LOCK OPTIONS  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
Opens the EDIT CUSTOM NAME drop-down menu shown above,  
which can be used to create a custom unit name. The factory  
default unit name is SDP-40HD.  
Pressing will close the EDIT CUSTOM NAME drop-down  
menu.  
4. When the desired custom unit name has been entered, press ꢃ  
until the EDIT CUSTOM NAME menu closes. The new unit  
name is saved automatically.  
To create a custom unit name:  
1. Follow the EDIT CUSTOM NAME menu path shown above to  
open the EDIT CUSTOM NAME drop-down menu.  
2. When the EDIT CUSTOM NAME menu drops down, locate the  
current unit name on the second line. The cursor automatically  
appears beneath the first character in the current unit name.  
3. Use the following remote control commands to enter a new  
unit name:  
Press the or arrow button to change the character  
above the cursor.  
Press the button to advance to the next character space.  
The cursor will automatically wrap to the first character  
space when the last (twentieth) character space is passed.  
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SDP-40HD  
Setup  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
The ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option opens the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu, to customize the on-screen display.  
SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
DISPLAY SETUP  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
ALWAYS ON  
2 SECONDS  
ALWAYS OFF  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
CUSTOM NAME  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
STATUS  
2 SECONDS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
POSITION  
FORMAT  
BACKGROUND  
REMOTE STATE  
TOP  
NTSC  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
TOP  
CENTER  
BOTTOM  
ON  
LOCK OPTIONS  
SECAM  
PAL  
ON  
OFF  
NTSC  
for two seconds whenever a new input source is present or a new  
command is received. When ALWAYS OFF is selected, the on-screen  
display remains deactivated at all times, and will not reactivate until the  
STATUS parameter is set to ALWAYS ON or 2 SECONDS.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
STATUS  
2 SECONDS  
ALWAYS ON, 2 SECONDS,  
ALWAYS OFF  
Note:  
POSITION  
TOP  
NTSC  
ON  
TOP, CENTER, BOTTOM  
SECAM, PAL, NTSC  
ON, OFF  
FORMAT  
When the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu STATUS parameter is set to  
ALWAYS OFF, the on-screen display immediately deactivates. Press the  
OSD button or use the front-panel display as a guide to reset the  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu STATUS parameter to ALWAYS ON or 2  
SECONDS.  
BACKGROUND  
REMOTE STATE  
ON  
ON, OFF  
STATUS  
ALWAYS ON, 2 SECONDS, ALWAYS OFF  
POSITION  
TOP, CENTER, BOTTOM  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
STATUS  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
POSITION  
Controls the activation of the on-screen display when the display  
device is connected to a Main Zone video output connector. When  
ALWAYS ON is selected, the on-screen display remains activated at all  
times. When 2 SECONDS is selected, the on-screen display activates  
Controls the vertical alignment of the two-line status on the display  
device screen. When TOP is selected, the two-line status appears  
near the top of the display device screen. When CENTER is selected,  
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the two-line status appears centered on the display device screen.  
When BOTTOM is selected, the two-line status appears near the  
bottom of the display device screen.  
the command bank from which the SDP-40HD last received a  
command. The table below indicates the letter that represents each  
command bank.  
When ON is selected, the command bank indicator appears in the  
top-right corner of the on-screen display whenever the SDP-40HD  
receives a remote control command. When OFF is selected, the  
command bank indicator does not appear on the on-screen display  
when the SDP-40HD receives a remote control command.  
FORMAT  
SECAM, PAL, NTSC  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
FORMAT  
Controls the compatibility between the composite and S-video  
output connectors, the video switcher, and the display device.  
Select the setting that is compatible with the source components  
and the display device.  
Letter Indicator  
Command Bank  
None*  
Main Zone  
Zone 2  
Note:  
Z
R
S
The FORMAT parameter has no effect on the component video output  
connector.  
Record Zone  
Shift  
BACKGROUND  
ON, OFF  
* No letter appears when the SDP-40HD receives a command from the Main Zone  
command bank, even if the REMOTE STATE parameter is set to ON.  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
BACKGROUND  
Determines the on-screen display background. When ON is  
selected, the on-screen display appears over a solid blue or gray  
background (depending on the display device). When OFF is  
selected, the on-screen display appears over the video input signal.  
Note:  
When the BACKGROUND parameter is set to OFF, the on-screen  
display automatically deactivates when the display device is connected  
to the Main Zone component video output connector.  
REMOTE STATE  
ON, OFF  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
REMOTE STATE  
Activates the remote control command bank indicator, a letter that  
appears in the top-right corner of the on-screen display to indicate  
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Setup  
FRONT-PANEL DISPLAY  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
Opens the FRONT PANEL DISPLAY menu, to customize the front panel display.  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
DISPLAY SETUP  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
ALWAYS ON  
2 SECONDS  
ALWAYS OFF  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
CUSTOM NAME  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
STATUS  
ALWAYS ON  
75%  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
BRIGHTNESS  
OFF  
OFF  
100%  
75%  
50%  
25%  
Note:  
DISPLAY DISPLAYS SETUP  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
If both the on-screen and front panel displays are inadvertently turned  
off, pressing the DISPLAY button on the remote control always turns  
the front panel display on.  
STATUS  
ALWAYS ON  
ALWAYS ON, 2 SECONDS,  
ALWAYS OFF  
BRIGHTNESS  
75%  
100%, 75%, 50%, 25%  
BRIGHTNESS  
100%, 75%, 50%, 25%  
STATUS  
SETUP  
ALWAYS ON, 2 SECONDS, ALWAYS OFF  
SETUP  
DISPLAYS  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
BRIGHTNESS  
DISPLAYS  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
STATUS  
Controls the illumination of front panel display characters. When a  
setting is selected, front panel display characters automatically  
adjust to the selected illumination percentage.  
Controls the activation of the front-panel display. When ALWAYS ON  
is selected, the front panel display remains activated at all times.  
When 2 SECONDS is selected, the front-panel display activates for  
two seconds whenever a new input source is present or a new  
command is received. When ALWAYS OFF is selected, the front panel  
display remains deactivated at all times, and will not reactivate until  
the STATUS parameter is reset to ALWAYS ON or 2 SECONDS.  
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VOLUME CONTROL SETUP  
SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
Opens the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu, to configure the Main  
Zone, Zone 2, and Record Zone volume levels.  
volume level to the selected value when the Main Zone is activated.  
When LAST LVL is selected, the SDP-40HD sets the Main Zone  
volume level to the last volume level that was selected in the Main  
Zone during the previous operating session.  
SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROL SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
MAIN PWR ON  
MUTE LEVEL  
ZONE PWR ON  
REC PWR ON  
MAX VOLUME  
-30dB  
-30dB  
-30dB  
-30dB  
+12dB  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
MUTE LEVEL  
-10dB, -20dB, -30dB, -40dB, FULL MUTE  
SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
MUTE LEVEL  
Determines the amount of attenuation that occurs in the Main  
Zone when the Mute button is pressed. When a value is selected,  
the Main Zone volume level is attenuated to the selected value  
when the Mute button is pressed. When FULL MUTE is selected, the  
Main Zone volume level is fully attenuated when the Mute button is  
pressed.  
LOCK OPTIONS  
LAST LVL, -80 to +12dB  
-10dB  
-20dB  
-30dB  
-40dB  
FULL MUTE  
ZONE PWR ON  
LAST LVL, -80 to +6dB  
VOLUME CONTROLS SETUP  
SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
ZONE PWR ON  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Setting  
MAIN PWR ON  
MUTE LEVEL  
-30dB  
LAST LVL, -80 to +6dB  
Sets the Zone 2 volume level for the output connector labeled Var  
to the selected value when Zone 2 is activated. When a value is  
selected, the Zone 2 volume level is automatically set to the  
selected value when Zone 2 is activated. When LAST LVL is selected,  
the SDP-40HD sets the Zone 2 volume level to the last volume level  
that was selected in Zone 2 during the previous operating session.  
FULL MUTE  
-10dB, -20dB, -30dB, -40dB,  
FULL MUTE  
ZONE PWR ON -30dB  
LAST LVL, -80 to +6dB  
LAST LVL, -80 to +6dB  
-80 to +6dB  
REC PWR ON  
MAX VOLUME  
-30dB  
+6dB  
MAIN PWR ON  
LAST LVL, -80 to +6dB  
SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
MAIN PWR ON  
Selects the volume level at which the Main Zone activates. When a  
value is selected, the SDP-40HD automatically sets the Main Zone  
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Setup  
VOLUME CONTROL SETUP (continued)  
REC PWR ON  
LAST LVL, -80 to +6dB  
SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
REC PWR ON  
Sets the Record Zone volume level for the output connector labeled  
Var to the selected value when the Record Zone is activated. When  
LAST LVL is selected, the SDP-40HD sets the Record Zone volume  
level to the last volume level that was selected in the Record Zone  
during the previous operating session.  
When the Record Zone Var audio output connector is connected to  
a recording device, set the volume to +0dB to achieve appropriate  
recording levels. Adjusting the Record Zone volume level will affect  
the recording.  
MAX VOLUME  
-80 to +6dB  
SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
MAX VOLUME  
Limits the volume to the MAX VOLUME parameter value if you  
attempt to adjust the volume above that level.  
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TRIGGER SETUP  
TRIGGER 1 SETUP  
TRIGGER 1 SETUP  
REMOTE ONLY  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VC  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
ZONE2 INPUTS  
RECORD INPUTS  
FILM  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
FILM  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
SETUP  
TRIGGERS  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
SETUP  
TRIGGER SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
2-CHAN  
PROGRAM  
PROGRAM  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
TRIGGER 1  
TRIGGER 2  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
FILM  
MUSIC  
SurEX  
MUSIC  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1mc BYPASS  
2CH BYPASS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
TV  
ON  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
PLIIx +  
ON  
ON  
ON  
PLIIx MOV  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
The TRIGGERS option prompts you to select trigger output connector 1 or 2. The  
SDP-40HD includes three 12V DC trigger output connectors labeled PWR (power), 1, and  
2. The PWR connector cannot be configured because its trigger output connector is  
activated and deactivated when the SDP-40HD is activated and deactivated or placed into  
standby. The other connectors can be configured for remote or program operation.  
PRO LOGIC  
+
CIN  
MUSIC  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
Selecting TRIGGER 1 or TRIGGER 2 displays the corresponding TRIGGER SETUP menu, to  
configure the selected trigger output connector. The TRIGGER 1 SETUP menu is shown at  
the right. See the next page for the TRIGGER 2 SETUP menu. The parameters on the left  
side of the TRIGGER SETUP menus are identical regardless of whether TRIGGER 1 or  
TRIGGER 2 is selected. The parameter settings on the right side are adjustable. The  
TRIGGER 1 SETUP menu (shown on this page) indicates factory default parameter settings  
for TRIGGER 1.  
5.1 FILM  
5.1 TV  
5.1 MUSIC  
MUSIC  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DIGITAL EX  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
REMOTE ONLY  
OFF  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
Program Operation  
All TRIGGER SETUP menu parameters – except the REMOTE ONLY parameter – are considered program operation parameters.  
ON  
OFF  
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Setup  
TRIGGER SETUP (continued)  
TRIGGER SETUP  
TRIGGER 2 SETUP  
TRIGGER 2 SETUP  
TRIGGER 1  
TRIGGER 2  
REMOTE  
REMOTE  
REMOTE ONLY  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VC  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
ZONE2 INPUTS  
RECORD INPUTS  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
FILM  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
MUSIC  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
MUSIC  
2-CHAN  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
FILM  
MUSIC  
SurEX  
MUSIC  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1mc BYPASS  
2CH BYPASS  
MUSIC SURR  
PLIIx +  
PLIIx MOV  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
PRO LOGIC  
+
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
CIN  
MUSIC  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HHALL  
CHURCH  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
5.1 FILM  
5.1 TV  
5.1 MUSIC  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
MUSIC  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DIGITAL EX  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
ON  
OFF  
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Connectors can be associated with both the Zone 2 and  
Record Zone inputs, but cannot be associated with Zone 2 only  
or the Record Zone only.  
REMOTE ONLY  
ON, OFF  
OR  
TRIGGER 1  
SETUP  
TRIGGER 2  
REMOTE ONLY  
TRIGGERS  
Configures the selected trigger output connector for remote  
operation. Select the ON setting to configure the selected  
connector for remote operation. Select the OFF setting to configure  
the selected connector for program operation. Refer to the Program  
Operation Parameter description below for more information.  
Connectors can be associated with multiple inputs and  
listening modes at the same time.  
Note:  
When the CUSTOM menu RESET MODE option is selected to restore  
the factory-default version of the selected listening mode, the  
corresponding TRIGGER SETUP menu program operation parameter is  
automatically set to OFF.  
When configured for remote operation, the connector labeled 1  
can be activated and deactivated with the MODE + and – buttons  
when the Zone 2 command bank is activated, and the connector  
labeled 2 can be activated and deactivated with the MODE + and –  
buttons when the Record Zone command bank is activated.  
Note:  
When the REMOTE ONLY parameter is set to ON, all TRIGGER SETUP  
menu program operation parameter settings are ignored.  
PROGRAM OPERATION PARAMETERS  
ON, OFF  
OR  
SETUP  
TRIGGERS  
TRIGGER 1  
TRIGGER 2  
Program Operation Parameter  
Configures the selected trigger output connector for program  
operation when the REMOTE ONLY parameter is set to OFF. Select  
the ON setting to associate the selected connector with the  
corresponding input(s) or listening mode(s).  
When configured for program operation, the connector is activated  
and deactivated when the associated inputs or listening modes are  
activated and deactivated.  
Note the following:  
Trigger output connectors can be associated with individual  
Main Zone inputs and listening modes.  
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Setup  
LOCK OPTIONS  
SETUP  
LOCK OPTIONS  
Displays the LOCK OPTIONS menu, which protects the MODE  
ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS, and SETUP menu branch parameter  
settings from accidental changes.  
AUDIO CNTRL  
LOCKED, UNLOCKED  
SETUP  
LOCK OPTIONS  
AUDIO CNTRL  
Protects the AUDIO CONTROLS menu branch settings from  
accidental changes. When LOCKED is selected, the AUDIO  
CONTROLS menu branch settings cannot be adjusted. When  
UNLOCKED is selected, the AUDIO CONTROLS menu branch  
settings can be adjusted.  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
UNLOCKED  
UNLOCKED  
UNLOCKED  
SETUP  
AUDIO CNTRL  
MODES  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
LOCKED  
UNLOCKED  
SETUP  
LOCKED, UNLOCKED  
SETUP  
LOCK OPTIONS  
SETUP  
Protects SETUP menu branch settings from accidental changes.  
When LOCKED is selected, the SETUP menu branch settings cannot  
be adjusted. When UNLOCKED is selected, the SETUP menu branch  
settings can be adjusted.  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
MODES  
UNLOCKED  
UNLOCKED  
UNLOCKED  
LOCKED, UNLOCKED  
LOCKED, UNLOCKED  
LOCKED, UNLOCKED  
AUDIO CNTRL  
SETUP  
Note the following:  
When the MODES parameter is set to LOCKED, the up and  
down arrows can still be used to adjust subwoofer output levels  
applied to the selected listening mode when the Shift  
command bank is activated.  
MODES  
SETUP  
LOCKED, UNLOCKED  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODES  
Protects the MODE ADJUST menu branch settings from accidental  
changes. When LOCKED is selected, MODE ADJUST menu branch  
settings – including all listening mode menu settings – cannot be  
adjusted. When UNLOCKED is selected, all MODE ADJUST menu  
branch settings can be adjusted.  
When the SETUP parameter is set to LOCKED, the 2CH button  
can still be used to adjust the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG  
BYPASS parameter setting when the Shift command bank is  
activated.  
When the SETUP parameter is set to LOCKED, the 7/5 button  
can still be used to adjust the MAIN ADV menu INPUT SELECT  
parameter setting when the Shift command bank is activated.  
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AUDIO CONTROLS  
Selecting the MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS option opens the AUDIO CONTROLS menu, to customize the Main Zone, Zone 2, and Record  
Zone audio output connectors.  
MAIN MENU  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
BASS  
TREBLE  
TILT EQ  
LOUDNESS  
BALANCE  
FADER  
+0.0dB  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
ON  
<I>  
<I>  
ZONE2 BALANCE  
RECORD BALANCE <I>  
<I>  
ON  
OFF  
-3.0 to +3.0dB  
-6.0 to +6.0dB  
L<  
B<  
>R  
>F  
The BASS, TREBLE, TILT EQ, LOUDNESS, BALANCE, and FADER  
parameters affect the Main Zone audio output connectors. This  
includes all Main Zone inputs and listening modes, except the  
5.1a BYPASS and 2CH BYPASS listening modes.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
BASS  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
ON  
-6.0 to +6.0dB  
-6.0 to +6.0dB  
-3.0 to +3.0dB  
ON, OFF  
TREBLE  
The ZONE2 BALANCE parameter affects the Zone 2 audio  
output connectors, including all Zone 2 inputs.  
TILT EQ  
LOUDNESS  
BALANCE  
FADER  
The REC BALANCE parameter affects the Record Zone audio  
output connectors, including all Record Zone inputs.  
<|>  
L< to <|> to >R  
B< to <|> to >F  
L< to <|> to >R  
L< to <|> to >R  
<|>  
ZONE2 BALANCE <|>  
REC BALANCE <|>  
AUDIO CONTROLS menu parameter descriptions begin on the next page.  
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BASS  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
-6.0dB to +6.0dB  
BASS  
BASS  
Controls the amount of low-frequency boost or cut applied to the  
Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE,  
and Subwoofer L/R. The graph to the right indicates the frequency  
response of all BASS parameter settings.  
To control the bass from the remote control:  
Press the Shift button:  
Press the CD button to increase the BASS parameter setting in  
0.5dB increments.  
Press the TAPE button to decrease the BASS parameter setting  
in 0.5dB increments.  
Press the OSD button to set the BASS, TREBLE, and TILT EQ  
parameters to +0.0dB.  
The BASS parameter controls the amount of low-frequency boost or cut applied to the  
Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R.  
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TREBLE  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
-6.0dB to +6.0dB  
TREBLE  
TREBLE  
Controls the amount of boost or cut applied to the Main Zone  
audio output connectors labeled Front L/R and Center. The graph  
shown at the right indicates the frequency response of all TREBLE  
parameter settings.  
To control the treble from the remote control:  
Press the Shift button:  
Press the PVR button to increase the TREBLE parameter setting  
in 0.5dB increments.  
Press the TUNER button to decrease the TREBLE parameter  
setting in 0.5dB increments.  
Press the OSD button to set the BASS, TREBLE, and TILT EQ  
parameters to +0.0dB.  
The TREBLE parameter controls the amount of boost or cut applied to the Main  
Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R and Center.  
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Audio Controls  
TILT EQ  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
-3.0 to +3.0dB  
TILT EQ  
TILT EQ  
Controls the amount of tilt equalization applied to the Main Zone  
audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and  
Subwoofer L/R. This parameter setting affects the entire frequency  
spectrum with a hinge point at 1kHz. As the setting increases,  
frequencies higher than 1kHz are boosted while frequencies lower  
than 1kHz are simultaneously cut. As the setting decreases,  
frequencies higher than 1kHz are cut while frequencies lower than  
1kHz are simultaneously boosted. The graph shown at the right  
indicates the frequency response of all TILT EQ parameter settings.  
To control the tilt EQ from the remote control:  
Press the Shift button:  
Press the GAME button to increase the TILT EQ parameter  
setting in 0.2dB increments.  
Press the AUX button to decrease the TILT EQ parameter setting  
in 0.2dB increments.  
Press the OSD button to set the BASS, TREBLE, and TILT EQ  
parameters to +0.0dB.  
The TILT EQ parameter controls the amount of tilt equalization applied to the Main  
Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R.  
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LOUDNESS  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
ON, OFF  
LOUDNESS  
LOUDNESS  
Controls the amount of low-frequency boost that is automatically  
applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front  
L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R. When ON is selected,  
loudness compensation is automatically applied based on volume  
level. As volume level increases, the amount of low-frequency boost  
automatically decreases. The loudness contour is optimized for  
input sources calibrated to THX reference levels. When OFF is  
selected, no loudness compensation is applied.  
The graph shown at the right indicates the frequency response that  
is automatically applied when the LOUDNESS parameter is set to  
ON and Main Zone volume level is adjusted.  
To control the loudness from the remote control:  
Press the Shift button:  
Press the TV button to turn the LOUDNESS on.  
Press the SAT button to turn the LOUDNESS off.  
The LOUDNESS parameter controls the amount of low-frequency boost that is  
automatically applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front  
L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R.  
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Audio Controls  
BALANCE  
L< <|> >R  
ZONE2 BALANCE  
L< <|> >R  
BALANCE  
ZONE2 BALANCE  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
Controls the left-to-right balance of the Main Zone audio output  
connectors labeled Front L/R, SIDE L/R, and REAR L/R.  
Controls the left-to-right balance of the Zone 2 audio output  
connectors.  
To control the balance from the remote control:  
To control the Zone 2 balance from the remote control:  
Press the Shift button:  
Press the ZONE button:  
Press the MENU button to center the Main Zone balance.  
Press the MENU button to center the Zone2 balance.  
Press the or arrow buttons to adjust the Main Zone  
balance left and right.  
Press the or arrow buttons to adjust the Zone2 balance  
left and right.  
FADER  
B< <|> >F  
RECORD BALANCE  
L< <|> >R  
FADER  
RECORD BALANCE  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
Controls the front-to-back balance of the Main Zone audio output  
connectors labeled Front L/R, SIDE L/R, and REAR L/R.  
Controls the left-to-right balance of the Record Zone analog audio  
output connectors.  
To control the fade from the remote control:  
To control the balance from the remote control:  
Press the Shift button:  
Press the REC button:  
Press the MENU button to center the Main Zone fader.  
Press the MENU button to center the Main Zone balance.  
Press the or arrow buttons to adjust the Main Zone fader  
backward and forward.  
Press the or arrow buttons to adjust the record balance  
left and right.  
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JBL  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
MODE ADJUST  
MAIN MENU  
MODE ADJUST  
MODE ADJUST  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
FILM  
MUSIC  
*
Selecting MAIN MENUMODE ADJUST displays the available  
listening modes. Selecting a listening mode opens the corresponding  
listening mode menu, to customize the selected listening mode. These  
adjustments are applied immediately.  
MUSIC SURR  
PLIIx +  
PLIIx MOV  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
MUSIC  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1a BYPASS  
2CH BYPASS  
All listening mode menus are shown in the Appendix. The parameters  
on the left side of the menus differ from listening mode to listening  
mode. The parameter settings on the right side are adjustable. Factory  
default parameter settings are shown for each listening mode.  
PRO LOGIC  
+
CIN  
MUSIC  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
When the MODE ADJUST menu opens, the activated listening mode is  
highlighted. To activate a different listening mode, you must use one  
of the methods described in “Listening Mode Activation” below.  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
LISTENING MODE ACTIVATION  
The SDP-40HD allows listening mode activation in the Main Zone.  
Listening modes are available for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS(-ES),  
and analog sources. In some cases, the SDP-40HD automatically  
activates a listening mode in response to certain commands. For this  
reason, it is important to understand the three methods through  
which listening mode activation occurs.  
5.1  
5.1  
5.1  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
*
MUSIC  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DIGITAL*  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
Listening modes activation occurs through:  
The INPUT SETUP menu preferred listening mode selection  
parameters.  
* These listening mode  
names differ depending  
on the current input  
source, speaker setup,  
and parameter settings.  
Refer to the Listening  
Mode Descriptions  
FILM*  
MUSIC*  
*
The front panel or remote control Mode and buttons.  
The remote control mode family selection buttons (THX, Dolby  
Digital, LOGIC 7, TVL, DTS, and MUSIC).  
MUSIC  
*
beginning on page 5-5  
for more information.  
2-CHAN*  
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SDP-40HD  
Mode Adjust  
PREFERRED LISTENING MODE SELECTION  
PARAMETERS  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
CD INPUT SETUP  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DVD1  
1
NAME  
HDMI IN  
CD  
NONE  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
COAX-2  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
NONE  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
FILM  
You can select four preferred listening modes for each Main Zone  
input, including one listening mode each for 2-channel, Dolby  
Digital, DTS(-ES), and 5.1-channel sources. The table below  
indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to  
select preferred listening modes.  
D
5.1  
D
5.1  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
DMIX  
DMIX  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
2-CH  
Selects a preferred listening mode for 2-channel  
sources  
RECORD ADVANCED  
RECORD ADVANCED  
D
Selects a preferred listening mode for Dolby Digital  
sources  
Selects a preferred listening mode for DTS-(ES)  
sources  
If the DVD1 input is selected and a 2-channel source is  
present, the L7 FILM listening mode is activated. If a Dolby  
Digital source is played, the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode is  
activated.  
5.1mc  
Selects a preferred listening mode for 5.1-channel  
sources  
If the CD input is selected while a Dolby Digital source is  
present, the 5.1 L7 MUSIC listening mode is activated. If the  
DVD1 input is then selected to play a DTS(-ES) source, the DTS  
or DTS(-ES) L7 FILM listening mode is activated.  
Preferred listening modes can be preselected so that when a  
particular type of input source is played, the preselected listening  
mode is activated on the selected input. For example, the DVD1 and  
CD INPUT SETUP menu preferred listening mode selection  
parameters are set as shown at the top of the next column.  
Note:  
Refer to the Selecting Preferred Listening Modes section that begins on  
page 3-13 for more information.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
MODE BUTTONS  
MODE FAMILY SELECTION BUTTONS  
Use the front panel and remote control Mode buttons to audition  
listening modes with the current Main Zone input source. Press the  
Mode + or button to scroll up or down through the available  
listening modes for the current Main Zone input source. For  
example, if a 2-channel source is present in the Main Zone, the  
Mode buttons can be used to audition 2-channel listening modes.  
The remote control mode family selection buttons select a listening  
mode within the corresponding mode family. Pressing a mode  
family selection button activates the most appropriate listening  
mode for the current Main Zone input source. For example,  
pressing the L7 button while a 2-channel source is present in the  
Main Zone activates the L7 FILM listening mode.  
Scrolling occurs in the order shown on the MODE ADJUST menu.  
The selected listening mode appears in the bottom-left corner of  
the Main Zone two-line status. The selected listening mode is  
automatically activated when scrolling stops.  
The table below indicates the listening modes associated with each  
mode family selection button.  
Input Source  
2-Channel  
N/A**†  
5.1 Dolby Digital  
DTS(-ES)  
5.1mc  
5.1mc THX*  
Button  
THX*  
DTS(-ES) THX*  
DOLBY PLII MOVIE†  
L7 FILM  
DD 5.1 PLII MOV*  
5.1 L7 FILM  
5.1 L7 TV  
N/A**  
N/A**  
DTS(-ES) L7 FILM*  
N/A**  
5.1mc L7 FILM  
N/A**  
L7 TV  
DTS Neo:6 CIN††  
L7 MUSIC  
N/A**  
DTS(-ES)*  
N/A**  
5.1 L7 MUSIC  
DTS(-ES) L7 MUSIC*  
5.1mc L7 MUSIC  
*
These listening mode names differ depending on the current input source, speaker setup, and parameter settings. Refer to the Listening Mode Descriptions section that begins on the  
next page for more information. For 5.1 systems with only side or rear speakers (but not both), pressing the  
button loads the DOLBY DIGITAL mode.  
** The MODE SELECTION NOT AVAILABLE message appears on the on-screen and front panel displays when the selected listening mode family does not offer a listening mode for the  
current Main Zone input source.  
When a 7-speaker configuration is in use, the Dolby PLIIx variant of this mode is loaded.  
†† The MODE SELECTION NOT AVAILABLE message appears on the on-screen and front panel displays if the input has a sampling rate of 96kHz. This includes analog inputs converted to 96kHz.  
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SDP-40HD  
Mode Adjust  
LISTENING MODE DESCRIPTIONS  
The SDP-40HD offers an assortment of listening modes for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS(-ES), and analog sources. Listening mode descriptions  
begin below and continue in the order shown on the MODE ADJUST menu. The table included with each description indicates the  
corresponding listening mode menu parameters, as well as their factory default and possible parameter settings. All listening mode menus are  
shown in the Appendix. Descriptions of the listening mode parameters begin on page 5-35.  
FILM  
TV  
FILM  
MODE ADJUST  
TV  
MODE ADJUST  
This listening mode is designed for enhanced playback of 2-channel  
stereo or matrix encoded film sources.  
This listening mode is designed for playback of 2-channel stereo or  
matrix encoded television broadcast sources.  
LOGIC 7 FILM is a proprietary Lexicon listening mode that derives  
seven channels from 2-channel input sources. Logic 7 also derives  
full frequency stereo surround channels that realistically increase  
the perceived width, length and sense of envelopment of the  
listening space. Logic 7 provides remarkable improvement  
compared to other decoders.  
LOGIC 7 TV is a proprietary Lexicon listening mode based on the  
LOGIC 7 FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for broadcast  
sources.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
AUTO AZIMUTH  
ON  
ON, OFF  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
OFF, MSURR, MUSIC, FILM  
ON, OFF  
FRONT STEERING  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
FILM  
OFF  
AUTO AZIMUTH  
ON  
ON, OFF  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
ON, OFF  
REAR  
FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR  
ON, OFF  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
ON  
5 SPKR ENHANCE ON  
REAR  
FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR  
ON, OFF  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
5 SPKR ENHANCE ON  
15.3kHz  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
15ms  
15.3kHz  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
MODE ADJUST  
MUSIC  
MODE ADJUST  
MUSIC SURR  
This listening mode is designed for playback of 2-channel stereo or  
matrix encoded music sources.  
The LOGIC 7 MUSIC SURR listening mode is designed for playback  
of 2-channel stereo music sources recorded in real spaces and for  
playback of recordings that contain added reverb. It is  
recommended for classical music sources, which are often recorded  
in real spaces with added reverb to enhance the stereo mix.  
LOGIC 7 MUSIC is a proprietary listening mode based on the  
LOGIC 7 FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for music  
sources.  
Logic 7 extracts ambient sounds from the input source and sends  
these sounds to all speakers. Ambient sounds are heard from all  
directions, creating a realistic playback presentation that simulates  
what listeners experience in real spaces.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
FRONT STEERING  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
+0.0dB  
MUSIC  
NEUTRAL  
ON  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
OFF, MSURR, MUSIC, FILM  
FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR  
ON, OFF  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
FRONT STEERING  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
+0.0dB  
MSURR  
NEUTRAL  
ON  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
OFF, MSURR, MUSIC, FILM  
FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR  
ON, OFF  
15.3kHz  
15ms  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
Refer to page 5-33  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
15.3kHz  
15ms  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
PLIIx +  
MODE ADJUST  
&
PLIIx +  
PLII +  
OR  
PLIIx MOV &  
PLII MOVIE  
OR  
MODE ADJUST  
PLII MOVIE  
PLIIx MOV  
PLII +  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology is an extension to Dolby Pro Logic II  
that enables the listener to experience natural and seamless 6.1- or  
7.1-channel surround sound from any native two-channel (stereo)  
source. These modes are recommended for home theaters with THX  
certified speakers. The PLIIx + THX listening mode is only available  
when the front, side and rear speakers are present. The PLII listening  
mode is available when the front and side speakers are present.  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology is an extension to Dolby Pro Logic II  
that enables the listener to experience natural and seamless 6.1- or  
7.1-channel surround sound from any native two-channel (stereo)  
source. The PLIIx listening mode is only available when the front, side  
and rear speakers are present. The PLII listening mode is available when  
the front and side speakers are present.  
Note:  
Note:  
The PLIIx MOV mode does not appear in the list of available listening  
modes if either the side or rear speakers are missing from the configuration.  
The PLIIx + THX mode does not appear in the list of available listening  
modes if either the side or rear speakers are missing from the configuration.  
Dolby PLIIx MOVIE and Dolby PLII MOV modes:  
Dolby PLII(x) + THX encoding:  
Are designed for playback of Dolby Surround encoded sources.  
Applies THX re-equalization to simulate high frequency rolloffs  
that occur in movie theaters. Most films are mixed for movie  
theaters, and might sound too bright when played back in  
home theaters without re-equalization.  
Provide impressive enhancement compared to Dolby Pro Logic  
decoding.  
Are appropriate for Dolby Surround-encoded film sources.  
Applies THX timbre matching to minimize timbre differences  
between the front and surround channels, which results in  
smoother sound movements between them.  
Dolby PLIIx MOV decodes seven channels from Dolby Surround  
encoded sources. Dolby PLII MOVIE decodes five channels from  
Dolby Surround encoded sources.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
Parameter  
RE-EQUALIZER  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
ON, OFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
PLIIx MUS &  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
MODE ADJUST  
OR  
PL +  
MODE ADJUST  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII MUSIC  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology is an extension to Dolby Pro Logic II  
that enables the listener to experience natural and seamless 6.1- or  
7.1-channel surround sound from any native two-channel (stereo)  
source. The PLIIx listening mode is only available when the front, side  
and rear speakers are present. The PLII listening mode is available when  
the front and side speakers are present.  
This mode is designed for playback of Dolby Surround encoded  
sources and decodes four channels: three front channels and one  
mono surround channel with a high frequency rolloff above 7kHz.  
This mode is recommended for home theaters with THX-certified  
speakers.  
Dolby PL + THX mode:  
Note:  
Applies THX re-equalization to simulate high frequency rolloffs  
that occur in movie theaters. Most films are mixed for movie  
theaters, and may sound too bright when played back in home  
theaters without re-equalization.  
The PLIIx MUS mode does not appear in the list of available listening  
modes if either the side or rear speakers are missing from the configuration.  
Applies THX timbre matching to minimize timbre differences  
between the front and surround channels, which results in  
smoother sound movements between them.  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
PANORAMA  
CTR WIDTH  
DIMENSION  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
3
MIN, 1 to 6, MAX  
FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR  
0 to 15ms  
NEUTRAL  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
SURROUND DLY 10ms  
RE-EQUALIZER  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
ON, OFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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SDP-40HD  
Mode Adjust  
PRO LOGIC  
+
MODE ADJUST  
PRO LOGIC  
+
MODE ADJUST  
The Dolby PRO LOGIC mode is designed for playback of Dolby  
Surround encoded sources. It decodes four channels from Dolby  
Surround encoded sources, and uses a mono surround channel  
with a high frequency rolloff above 7kHz.  
This mode is designed for playback of matrix encoded digital stereo  
film sources. DTS NEO:6 derives six channels when both side and rear  
speakers are present (rear channels will be in parallel). It derives five  
channels when only side or rear speakers are present.  
This mode is useful for comparison purposes, particularly with the  
L7 FILM, Dolby PLIIx MOVIE and DTS Neo:6 CIN listening modes.  
In addition to THX processing, THX re-equalization is applied to  
simulate high frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters. Most  
films are mixed for movie theaters, and may sound too bright when  
played back in home theaters without re-equalization.  
Parameter  
Setting  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
RE-EQUALIZER  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
ON, OFF  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
NIGHTCLUB  
CIN &  
MUSIC  
OR  
MODE ADJUST  
NIGHTCLUB  
CIN  
MUSIC  
MODE ADJUST  
The NIGHTCLUB mode is designed for playback of “dry” music  
sources that benefit from the addition of room reflections,  
especially music sources that lack ambience in the recording. The  
NIGHTCLUB mode generates early reflections and sends them to all  
speakers except for the LFE speaker.  
These modes are designed for playback of matrix encoded digital  
stereo film or music sources. DTS Neo:6 derives six channels when  
both side and rear speakers are present (rear channels will be in  
parallel). It derives five channels when only side or rear speakers are  
present.  
The NIGHTCLUB mode is a superior room simulation listening  
mode because it uses a proprietary reverb algorithm that is relied  
upon by a majority of recording engineers to add ambience to  
recordings.  
Parameter  
Setting  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
CENTER DEPTH  
SPEECH DETECT  
SIZE  
11  
0 to 18  
ON  
ON, OFF  
Note the following:  
5m  
4 to 20m  
The DTS Neo:6 CIN or MUSIC listening modes cannot be  
assigned as preferred listening modes for 2-channel sources.  
However, when the 2-CH parameter is set to USE LAST, the  
SDP-40HD automatically activates the DTS Neo:6 CIN or  
MUSIC listening mode if the mode was active the last time a  
2-channel source was present.  
LIVENESS  
196ms  
30ms to 20.2s  
OFF, 1 to 100ms  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
-12 to +6dB  
PRE-DELAY  
ROLLOFF  
5ms  
9.0kHz  
EFFECT LVL  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
+3dB  
Refer to page 5-34  
The SDP-40HD will not automatically activate a DTS Neo:6  
listening mode unless a 44.1kHz or 48kHz PCM digital source is  
present. The DTS Neo:6 listening modes are not available with  
88.2kHz, 96kHz, or analog sources.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
The DTS Neo:6 MUSIC listening mode can be activated with  
the front panel or remote control Mode buttons. The DTS  
Neo:6 CIN listening mode can also activated with the remote  
control DTS button when a 2-channel input source is present.  
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SDP-40HD  
Mode Adjust  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
MODE ADJUST  
CONCERT HALL  
MODE ADJUST  
CHURCH  
The CONCERT HALL mode generates early reflections and sends  
them to all speakers except for the LFE speaker.  
The CHURCH mode uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich,  
smooth, reverberant decay characteristic of small and medium  
listening spaces with long reverberation time relative to their size,  
such as churches and chambers.  
The CONCERT HALL mode is a superior room simulation listening  
mode because it uses a proprietary reverb algorithm that is relied  
upon by a majority of recording engineers to add ambience to  
recordings.  
The CHURCH mode is a superior room simulation listening mode  
because it uses a proprietary reverb algorithm that is relied upon by  
a majority of recording engineers to add ambience to recordings.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
CENTER DEPTH  
SPEECH DETECT  
SIZE  
12  
0 to 18  
CENTER DEPTH  
SPEECH DETECT  
SIZE*  
5
0 to 18  
ON  
ON, OFF  
ON  
ON, OFF  
20m  
4 to 20m  
20m  
4 to 30m  
LIVENESS  
1.72s  
30ms to 20.2s  
OFF, 1 to 100ms  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
-12 to +6dB  
MID RT*  
1.56s  
24ms to 24.3s  
5ms to 48.6s  
OFF, 1 to 100ms  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
-12 to +6dB  
PRE-DELAY  
ROLLOFF  
OFF  
BASS RT*  
1.87s  
2.4kHz  
PRE-DELAY  
ROLLOFF  
24ms  
EFFECT LVL  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
-2dB  
2.4kHz  
Refer to page 5-34  
EFFECT LVL  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
-3dB  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
* BASS RT, MID RT, and SIZE parameter settings are interdependent, meaning that the full  
parameter range might not be available depending on the other parameter settings.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
MODE ADJUST  
CATHEDRAL  
MODE ADJUST  
PANORAMA  
The CATHEDRAL mode is similar to the CHURCH listening mode. It  
uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich, smooth, reverberant  
decay characteristic of large listening spaces with long reverber-  
ation time relative to their size, such as cathedrals.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
EFFECT LVL  
+4dB  
STEREO  
+0  
-12 to +6dB  
BASS CONTENT  
LOW FREQ WIDTH  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
INPUT BALANCE  
CALIBRATION  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
BINAURL, MONO, STEREO  
-25 to +25dB  
The CATHEDRAL mode is a superior room simulation listening  
mode because it uses a proprietary reverb algorithm that is relied  
upon by a majority of recording engineers to add ambience to  
recordings.  
3.1kHz  
15ms  
<|>  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
L< to <|> to >R  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
Refer to page 5-13  
Refer to page 5-34  
CENTER DEPTH  
SPEECH DETECT  
SIZE*  
12  
0 to 18  
ON  
ON, OFF  
30m  
4 to 30m  
The PANORAMA mode is designed for playback of stereo and  
matrix encoded sources. PANORAMA uses proprietary Lexicon  
algorithms to move the stereo image outward from the front  
speakers, producing a wider stereo field with greater depth.  
MID RT*  
3.72s  
24ms to 24.3s  
5ms to 48.6s  
OFF, 1 to 100ms  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
-12 to +6dB  
BASS RT*  
4.47s  
PRE-DELAY  
ROLLOFF  
23ms  
3.1kHz  
Sound quality depends on proper location of the listening position  
and front speakers. When the front speakers are positioned close to  
either side of the display device, the effect is produced over a wider  
area than when the front speakers are positioned at a large angle  
from the display device.  
EFFECT LVL  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
-8dB  
* BASS RT, MID RT, and SIZE parameter settings are interdependent, meaning that the  
full parameter range might not be available depending on the other parameter settings.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
PANORAMA CALIBRATION  
CALIBRATION  
MODE ADJUST  
PANORAMA  
Select PANORAMA CALIBRATION to open  
the PANORAMA CALIBRATION menu shown  
to the left, to calibrate the PANORAMA  
listening mode. This listening mode must be  
calibrated to take full advantage of its  
effects.  
PANORAMA CALIBRATION  
SOURCE LEFT & RIGHT  
SPEAKER ANGLE 30deg  
LISTENER POS  
+0  
NOTE:  
ENSURE THAT  
“SPEAKER SETUP” HAS  
BEEN PROPERLY  
PERFORMED  
For best results, you should center the  
primary listening position between the front  
left and right speakers as shown in the Center illustration at the top  
of the next page. Otherwise, the PANORAMA listening mode will be  
calibrated with varying results.  
An external calibration source is required to calibrate the  
PANORAMA listening mode. You should select a familiar stereo  
source.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
SOURCE  
LEFT & RIGHT  
30deg  
RIGHT, LEFT & RIGHT, LEFT  
SPEAKER ANGLE  
LISTENER POS  
10deg to 90deg  
-127 to +127  
+0  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
To calibrate the Panorama listening mode, refer to the instructions  
on the following page.  
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PANORAMA (continued)  
Front Left  
JBL  
Front Left  
Front Right  
Front Right  
Front Left  
Front Right  
60  
Primary Listening Position  
L127 ........  
......... R127  
Center  
L127 ........  
......... R127  
Center  
Left  
Center  
Right  
To calibrate the PANORAMA listening mode:  
parameter range represents about one-third of an inch.  
Adjusting the offset more to the left will make the value more  
negative; more to the right will make the value more positive.  
The Left illustration shows the left of center position. The Right  
illustration shows the right of center position.  
1. Remove all obstructions between the speakers and the primary  
listening position.  
2. Make sure the distances between the speakers and the primary  
listening position are properly measured. To do this, perform  
the following procedure:  
4. Set the SOURCE parameter to RIGHT.  
5. Begin playback of the external calibration source.  
Measure the distance between the primary listening position  
and the front baffle of each speaker. Then, set the  
corresponding SPEAKER DISTANCES menu parameters to the  
closest available value.  
6. When playback of the external calibration source is in progress,  
set the SPEAKER ANGLE parameter so the sound is not heard in  
the right ear.  
7. To confirm the LISTENER POS and SPEAKER ANGLE parameter  
settings, set the SOURCE parameter to LEFT & RIGHT. If the  
PANORAMA listening mode is properly calibrated, the sound  
should be perceived to come from all around the primary  
listening position. If not, go back to Step 1 and repeat the  
calibration procudure.  
3. Sit in the primary listening position. If the primary listening  
position is not centered between the front left and right  
speakers as shown in the Center illustration (above), set the  
PANORAMA CALIBRATION LISTENER POS parameter to  
compensate for the difference using the remote control or  
arrow button. Each increment within the –127 to +127  
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PARTY  
MONO LOGIC  
PARTY  
MODE ADJUST  
MODE ADJUST  
MONO LOGIC  
This mode, designed for playback of stereo sources, sends the left  
channel to Front, Side, and Rear Left channels and the right channel  
to Front, Side and Rear Right channels, and sums the Left and Right  
for the center. It is recommended for background music.  
This mode, designed for playback of mono sources, uses proprietary  
Lexicon reverb algorithms to realistically expand mono sources to  
use all channels. This dramatically increases the perceived width  
and sense of envelopment of the listening space.  
Parameter  
Settings  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
EFFECT LVL  
-9dB  
-12dB to +6dB  
ON, OFF  
ACADEMY FILTER  
SURR ROLLOFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
3.1kHz  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
2-CHANNEL  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
MODE ADJUST  
2-CHANNEL  
This mode, designed for playback of stereo sources, sends the left and  
right channels to the Front L/R and Subwoofer channels. It is  
recommended for two-speaker playback with subwoofers and for  
comparison purposes with other listening modes.  
Note:  
When the remote control Shift command bank is activated, pressing the  
TVL button activates the MONO LOGIC listening mode for 2-channel  
sources.  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
+0dB  
OFF, -30dB to +12dB  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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JBL  
MONO SURROUND  
5.1 FILM  
MODE ADJUST  
MONO SURROUND  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1  
FILM  
This mode, designed for playback of mono sources, sends the  
mono source to all channels.  
The 5.1 L7 FILM mode is a proprietary Lexicon listening mode  
designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital encoded film  
sources, and provides remarkable improvement compared to other  
decoders.  
Parameter  
Settings  
It derives seven channels from 5.1-channel input sources with  
enhanced front steering. When both side and rear speakers are  
present, the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode also increases the perceived  
length and sense of envelopment of the listening space.  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
MONO  
MODE ADJUST  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
MONO  
ON  
ON, OFF  
REAR  
REAR, NEUTRAL, FRONT  
ON, OFF  
This mode, designed for playback of mono sources, sends mono  
sources to the center channel.  
ON  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
15.3kHz  
500Hz to 20kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1ms to 30ms  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-10.0dB to +0.0dB  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
15ms  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
+0dB  
OFF, -30dB to +12dB  
OFF  
Refer to page 5-34  
+0.0dB  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
5.1 MUSIC  
5.1  
TV  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1  
MUSIC  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1  
TV  
This proprietary listening mode is designed for playback of  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital encoded music sources. Based on the 5.1  
L7 FILM listening mode, 5.1 L7 MUSIC derives seven channels from  
5.1-channel input sources with enhanced front steering.  
This proprietary listening mode is designed for playback of  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital encoded broadcast sources. Based on the  
5.1 L7 FILM listening mode, 5.1 L7 TV derives seven channels from  
5.1-channel input sources with enhanced front steering.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING MUSIC  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
OFF, MSURR, MUSIC, FILM  
OFF, ON  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING FILM  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
OFF, MSURR, MUSIC, FILM  
OFF, ON  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
OFF  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
OFF  
NEUTRAL  
REAR, NEUTRAL, FRONT  
ON, OFF  
REAR  
REAR, NEUTRAL, FRONT  
ON, OFF  
5 SPKR ENHANCE ON  
5 SPKR ENHANCE ON  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
15.3kHz  
500Hz to 20kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1ms to 30ms  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-10.0dB to +0.0dB  
15.3kHz  
500Hz to 20kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1ms to 30ms  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-10.0dB to +0.0dB  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OFF  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
,
UL2Cin &  
SurEX  
OR  
OR  
MODE ADJUST  
UL2Cin  
SurEX  
These modes are designed for 7-channel playback of 5.1-channel  
Dolby Digital film sources. They apply THX re-equalization to  
simulate high frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters. Most  
films are mixed for movie theaters, and might sound too bright  
when played back in home theaters without re-equalization. THX  
timbre matching is applied to minimize timbre differences between  
the front and surround channels, which results in smoother sound  
movements between them. These modes are recommended for  
home theaters with THX certified speakers.  
SURROUND EX parameter is set to OFF or AUTO and a  
non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source with or without  
THX Surround EX encoding is detected.  
The THX SurEX listening mode is available when both the side  
and rear speakers are present and THX Surround EX decoding is  
engaged. THX Surround EX decoding is engaged when the  
SURROUND EX parameter is set to ON or AUTO and a flagged  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital source with THX Surround EX  
encoding is detected.  
The THX listening mode is available when both Ultra2 and THX  
Surround EX decoding are deactivated.  
The listening mode name differs depending on the encoding  
present in the input source, the SURROUND EX parameter setting,  
and the speaker setup.  
Note:  
Some EX encoded sources are not flagged, and require manually  
setting the SURROUND EX parameter to ON for EX decoding.  
The table at the bottom of the page shows the conditions for the  
behavior of the THX Ultra2 and THX Surround EX modes when  
activated:  
When THX Ultra2 decoding is active:  
The THX ULTRA2 listening mode is available when both the side  
and rear speakers are present and THX Ultra2 decoding is  
engaged. THX Ultra2 decoding is engaged when the  
Adaptive de-correlation is applied to increase the perceived  
width of the listening space. De-correlation of the mono  
Input Source  
5.1-Channel THX Surround EX  
Dolby Digital (Flagged)  
5.1-Channel THX Surround EX  
Dolby Digital (Non-Flagged)  
5.1-Channel Dolby Digital  
Parameter Setting  
THX ULTRA2  
THX SurEX  
THX SurEX  
THX SurEX  
THX ULTRA2  
THX ULTRA2  
THX SurEX  
SURROUND EX: AUTO  
SURROUND EX: ON  
SURROUND EX: OFF  
THX ULTRA2  
THX ULTRA2  
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Mode Adjust  
surround channel increases the perceived width of the surround  
field in home theaters.  
MUSIC  
MODE ADJUST  
MUSIC  
ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers.  
Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-37 for more  
information.  
This listening mode is designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby  
Digital music sources, and cannot be activated unless side and rear  
speakers are present. ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the  
rear speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-37  
for more information. For best results, place the rear speakers close  
together in your home theater.  
When THX Surround EX decoding is active:  
Matrix decoding is applied to derive three surround channels from  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources.  
Note:  
The THX MUSIC listening mode can only be activated with the front panel  
or remote control Mode buttons.  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SURROUND EX  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
ON  
ON, OFF  
AUTO  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
OFF  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OFF  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
MODE ADJUST  
MODE ADJUST  
The 5.1 PLIIx MUS (MUSIC) listening mode is designed to playback 7.1  
discrete channels decoded from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital music  
sources. (The 5.1 PLIIx MUSIC listening mode can also be used with  
other types of Dolby Digital sources with mixed results.) The seven  
main channels are full frequency. The .1 channel, often referred to as  
the LFE information, has a limited frequency range of up to 120Hz. The  
5.1 PLIIx MUSIC listening mode does not appear in the list of  
available listening modes if either the side or rear speakers are  
missing from the configuration.  
The 5.1 PLIIx MOV (MOVIE) listening mode is designed to playback  
7.1 discrete channels decoded from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital film  
sources. (The 5.1 PLIIx MOVIE listening mode can also be used with  
other types of Dolby Digital sources with mixed results.) The seven  
main channels are full frequency. The .1 channel, often referred to as  
the LFE information, has a limited frequency range of up to 120Hz. The  
5.1 PLIIx MOVIE listening mode does not appear in the list of  
available listening modes if either the side or rear speakers are  
missing from the configuration.  
The 5.1 PLIIx MUS listening mode cannot be assigned as the  
preferred listening mode. However, the USE LAST parameter allows  
you to gain quick access to this mode.  
The 5.1 PLIIx MOV listening mode cannot be assigned as the  
preferred listening mode. However, the USE LAST parameter allows  
you to gain quick access to this mode.  
To set up USE LAST using the remote control:  
To set up USE LAST using the remote control:  
1. Select Main MenuSetupInputsDVD1 (or the desired input).  
1. Select Main MenuSetupInputsDVD1 (or the desired input).  
2. In the INPUT SETUP menu, select  
D USE LAST.  
2. In the INPUT SETUP menu, select  
D USE LAST.  
3. Press the MENU button to leave the menu structure.  
3. Press the MENU button to leave the menu structure.  
4. Play the source material, then press the  
button. This will  
load 5.1 PLIIx MOV for 5.1-CH Dolby encoded sources.  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
EX DECODING  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
Refer to page 5-34  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
EX DECODING  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is activated when the EX  
DECODING parameter is set to ON or AUTO and a flagged  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital source recorded with Dolby Digital  
Surround EX encoding is detected.  
DIGITAL &  
DIGITAL EX  
OR  
MODE ADJUST  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL EX  
These listening modes are designed to decode and playback 5.1  
discrete channels from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. The five  
main channels are full frequency. The .1 channel, often referred to  
as the LFE information, has a limited frequency range of 120Hz.  
Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is not activated when the  
EX DECODING parameter is set to OFF or AUTO and a  
non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source recorded with or  
without Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding is detected.  
The mode name differs depending on the encoding present in the  
input source, the EX DECODING parameter setting, and the  
speaker setup.  
Note:  
The SDP-40HD cannot detect Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding in  
non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input sources because they do  
not include information in the input signal that identifies Dolby Digital  
Surround EX encoding.  
The Dolby DIGITAL EX listening mode is recommended for Dolby  
Digital sources recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding.  
This listening mode can also be used with other types of  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources with mixed results. The table at  
the bottom of the page shows the conditions for the behavior of  
the Dolby Digital EX mode when activated.  
The Dolby DIGITAL listening mode is available when both the side  
and rear speakers are present and Dolby Digital Surround EX  
decoding is not activated.  
The Dolby DIGITAL EX listening mode is available when both the  
side and rear speakers are present and Dolby Digital Surround EX  
decoding is activated. Matrix decoding is then applied to derive a  
surround back channel from the other surround channels.  
Input Source  
5.1-Channel Surround EX  
(Flagged)  
5.1-Channel Surround EX  
(Non-Flagged)  
5.1-Channel Dolby Digital  
Parameter Setting  
DOLBY DIGITAL  
DOLBY DIGITAL EX  
DOLBY DIGITAL  
DOLBY DIGITAL EX  
DOLBY DIGITAL EX  
DOLBY DIGITAL  
DOLBY DIGITAL  
DOLBY DIGITAL EX  
DOLBY DIGITAL  
EX DECODING: AUTO  
EX DECODING: ON  
EX DECODING: OFF  
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JBL  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
DIGITAL &  
DIGITAL EX (continued)  
OR  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
MODE ADJUST  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL EX  
This mode, recommended for recording purposes, is designed for  
converting 5.1-channel Dolby Digital encoded input sources into  
2-channel Logic 7-encoded output signals.  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
EX DECODING  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
AUTO  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
OFF  
The downmixed 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input signals are sent to  
the front speakers and subwoofer.  
+0.0dB  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
CENTER MIX  
SURROUND MIX  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES  
MASTER LEVEL  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
+0dB  
-25 to +5dB  
+0dB  
-5 to +5dB  
+0  
-127 to +127  
-5 to +5dB  
+0dB  
OFF  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
-20.0 to +0.0dB  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
+0.0dB  
SUB L/R LVL  
+0dB  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
5.1 MONO SURR  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1 MONO SURR  
This listening mode, designed for playback of Dolby Digital  
Encoded mono sources, uses proprietary Lexicon reverb algorithms  
to realistically expand mono sources to use all channels. This  
dramatically increases the perceived width and sense of  
envelopment of the listening space.  
This listening mode, designed for playback of Dolby Digital  
Encoded mono sources, sends mono signals to all channels.  
Parameter  
Settings  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
Note that:  
When a 1.0 Dolby Digital source is present, the SDP-40HD  
automatically activates the 5.1 MONO LOGIC listening mode.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the TVL  
button activates the 5.1 MONO LOGIC listening mode for  
5.1-channel sources.  
5.1 MONO  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1 MONO  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
This listening mode, designed for playback of Dolby Digital  
Encoded mono sources, sends mono signals to the center channel.  
EFFECT LVL  
-9dB  
-12 to +6dB  
ACADEMY FILTER  
SURR ROLLOFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
ON, OFF  
3.1kHz  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
Refer to page 5-34  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
+0dB  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
DECODING  
The DTS and DTS-ES listening modes are designed for, at a  
minimum, playback of 5.1-channel DTS, 5.1-channel matrix  
encoded DTS-ES, and 6.1-channel discrete encoded DTS-ES  
sources.  
DTS-ES decoding is activated when both the side and rear  
speakers are present, the ES DECODING parameter is set to ON  
or AUTO, and a 5.1-channel matrix encoded source is detected.  
DTS-ES Discrete decoding is activated when both the side and  
rear speakers are present, the ES DECODING parameter is set to  
ON or AUTO, and a 6.1-channel discrete encoded DTS-ES  
source is detected.  
DTS and DTS-ES listening mode names differ depending on the  
encoding present in the input source, the DECODING parameter  
setting, and the speaker setup.  
DTS-ES and DTS(-ES) Discrete decoding is deactivated when  
the ES DECODING parameter is set to OFF or when the ES  
DECODING parameter is set to AUTO and a 5.1-channel DTS  
source is detected.  
DTS-ES listening modes are available when DTS-ES decoding is  
activated. The table at the bottom of the page shows the conditions  
for the behavior of DTS-ES decoding when it is activated.  
Note:  
The table below is not applicable to the DTS-ES THX, DTS THX UL2Cin,  
and DTS THX MUSIC listening modes.  
Input Source  
5.1-Channel  
Matrix Encoded DTS-ES  
6.1-Channel  
Discrete-Encoded DTS-ES  
5.1-Channel DTS  
Parameter Setting  
DTS  
DTS-ES  
DTS  
DTS-ES  
DTS-ES  
DTS  
DTS-ES Discr  
DTS-ES Discr  
DTS  
ES DECODING: AUTO  
ES DECODING: ON  
ES DECODING: OFF  
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Mode Adjust  
FILM &  
FILM  
MUSIC &  
MUSIC  
OR  
OR  
MODE ADJUST  
FILM  
FILM  
MODE ADJUST  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
These proprietary listening modes use an advanced matrix to decode  
seven channels from 5.1 and 6.1-channel film sources with enhanced  
front steering. When both side and rear speakers are present, the  
DTS(-ES) L7 FILM listening mode also increases the perceived length  
and sense of envelopment of the listening space.  
These proprietary listening modes, similar to the DTS(-ES) L7 FILM  
listening mode, use an advanced matrix to decode seven channels  
from 5.1- and 6.1-channel music sources with enhanced front steering  
to provide remarkable sound improvement compared to other  
decoders. They are designed for enhanced playback of 5.1-channel  
DTS, 5.1-channel matrix encoded DTS-ES, or 6.1-channel discrete  
encoded DTS-ES music sources.  
The listening modes are designed for enhanced playback of  
5.1-channel DTS, 5.1-channel matrix encoded DTS-ES, or 6.1-channel  
discrete encoded DTS-ES film sources. The listening mode name differs  
depending on the encoding present in the input source, the ES  
DECODING parameter setting, and the speaker setup.  
The listening mode name differs depending on the encoding  
present in the input source, the ES DECODING parameter setting,  
and the speaker setup.  
Option/Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings  
Option/Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
ON, OFF  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
FRONT STEERING  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
OFF, MSURR, MUSIC, FILM  
ON, OFF  
ON  
MUSIC  
REAR  
REAR, NEUTRAL, FRONT  
ON, OFF  
OFF  
ON  
NEUTRAL  
ON  
REAR, NEUTRAL, FRONT  
ON, OFF  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
15.3kHz  
500Hz to 20kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
15ms  
15.3kHz  
15ms  
500Hz to 20kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
+0.0dB  
ES DECODING  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
Refer to page 5-34  
ES DECODING  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OFF  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
&
UL2Cin  
OR  
MODE ADJUST  
UL2Cin  
The DTS THX UL2Cin (ULTRA2 CINEMA) and DTS-ES THX listening  
modes allow 7-channel playback of 5.1-channel DTS sources. They  
are designed for playback of 5.1-channel DTS, 5.1-channel matrix  
encoded DTS-ES, or 6.1-channel DTS-ES discrete encoded film  
sources. DTS THX UL2Cin and DTS-ES THX are recommended for  
home theaters with THX certified speakers. These modes apply:  
When THX UL2Cin decoding is activated:  
Adaptive de-correlation is applied to increase the perceived  
width of the listening space. De-correlation of the mono  
surround channel increases the perceived width of the surround  
field in home theaters.  
ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers.  
Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-37 for more  
information.  
THX re-equalization to simulate high frequency rolloffs that  
occur in movie theaters. Most films are mixed for movie  
theaters, and might sound too bright when played back in  
home theaters without re-equalization.  
The DTS-ES THX listening mode  
THX timbre matching to minimize timbre differences between  
the front and surround channels, which results in smoother  
sound movements between them.  
The DTS-ES THX listening mode is available when both the side and  
rear speakers are present and DTS-ES decoding is active.  
DTS-ES decoding is activated when the ES DECODING parameter is  
set to AUTO (the default) or ON and a 5.1-channel matrix encoded  
or 6.1-channel discrete-encoded DTS-ES source is detected.  
The listening mode name differs depending on the encoding present  
in the input source, the ES DECODING parameter setting, and the  
speaker setup.  
The table on the next page shows the conditions for the behavior of  
the DTS THX UL2Cin and DTS-ES THX modes when activated:  
The DTS THX UL2Cin listening mode  
The DTS THX UL2Cin listening mode is available when both side and  
rear speakers are present and THX Ultra2 decoding is activated.  
Option/Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
To activate DTS THX UL2Cin decoding:  
RE-EQUALIZER  
LFE MIX  
ON  
ON, OFF  
+0.0dB  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
1. Press MODE ADJUST ꢀ  
DECODING.  
ES DECODING  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
2. Use the or arrow to select either AUTO (the default) or OFF.  
Refer to page 5-34  
When the ES DECODING parameter is set to OFF, the DTS THX  
ULTRA2 listening mode is always active. When the parameter is set  
to AUTO, the DTS THX ULTRA2 listening mode activates when a  
5.1-channel DTS source is detected.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
Input Source  
5.1-Channel  
6.1-Channel  
5.1-Channel DTS  
Parameter Setting  
Matrix Encoded DTS-ES  
Discrete-Encoded DTS-ES  
DTS-ES THX, DTS-ES Discr  
DTS-ES THX, DTS-ES Discr  
DTS THX UL2Cin  
DTS THX UL2Cin  
DTS-ES THX  
DTS-ES THX  
DTS-ES THX  
ES DECODING: AUTO  
ES DECODING: ON  
ES DECODING: OFF  
DTS THX UL2Cin  
DTS THX UL2Cin  
MUSIC  
MODE ADJUST  
,
,
DISCR, &  
MATRIX  
DISCR  
OR  
OR  
OR  
MUSIC  
MODE ADJUST  
MATRIX  
This mode decodes 5.1 matrix or 6.1 discrete channels from DTS-ES  
sources. It is designed for playback of 5.1-channel DTS, 5.1-channel  
matrix encoded DTS-ES, and 6.1-channel discrete encoded DTS-ES  
sources.  
The DTS THX MUSIC listening mode is designed for playback of  
5.1-channel DTS music sources when the side and rear speakers are  
present. ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear  
speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-37 for  
more information. This mode is recommended for home theaters  
with THX certified speaker setups.  
The listening mode name differs depending on the encoding  
present in the input source, the ES DECODING parameter setting,  
and the speaker setup. Refer to page 5-24 for more information.  
Option/Parameter Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
Option/Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
ES DECODING  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
Note:  
The DTS THX MUSIC listening mode can only be activated with the front  
panel or remote control Mode buttons.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
5.1mc  
FILM  
2-CHAN &  
2-CHAN  
5.1mc FILM  
MODE ADJUST  
MODE ADJUST  
2-CHAN OR  
2-CHAN  
The 5.1mc LOGIC 7 FILM listening mode is a proprietary Lexicon  
listening mode that uses Logic 7 decoding to derive seven channels  
from 5.1-channel film sources with enhanced front steering.  
These modes, recommended for recording purposes, send  
downmixed 5.1-channel or 6.1-channel DTS-ES input signals to the  
front speakers and subwoofer as 2-channel Logic 7-encoded output  
signals.  
This listening mode allows 5.1-channel sources to use bass  
management, speaker crossovers, speaker distance calibration, and  
audio controls (tone controls).  
Option/Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
CENTER MIX  
+0dB  
+0dB  
-25 to +5dB  
Option/Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings  
SURROUND MIX  
-5 to +5dB  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
ON, OFF  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0  
-127 to +127  
-5 to +5dB  
ON  
MASTER LEVEL  
LFE MIX  
+0dB  
REAR  
REAR, NEUTRAL, FRONT  
ON, OFF  
+0.0dB  
-20.0 to +0.0dB  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
ON  
ES DECODING  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
+0dB  
15.3kHz  
500Hz to 20kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
Refer to page 5-34  
15ms  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
+0.0dB  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
5.1mc  
MUSIC  
5.1mc  
, 5.1mc  
UL2Cin, & 5.1mc  
SurEX  
5.1mc MUSIC  
MODE ADJUST  
MODE ADJUST  
OR  
OR  
UL2Cin  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
SurEX  
The 5.1mc LOGIC 7 MUSIC listening mode is similar to the 5.1mc  
LOGIC 7 FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for music  
sources. This mode is designed and recommended for playback of  
5.1-channel music sources.  
The 5.1mc THX, 5.1mc THX UL2Cin, and 5.1mc THX SurEX listening  
modes are designed to convert 5.1-channel film sources that lack THX  
Surround EX encoding into seven channel audio. The modes also  
allow 5.1-channel sources to use bass management, speaker  
crossovers, speaker distance calibration, and audio controls (tone  
controls). The 5.1mc THX, 5.1mc THX UL2Cin, and 5.1mc THX  
SurEX listening modes are recommended for home theaters with  
THX-certified speakers. These modes apply:  
Option/Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
FRONT STEERING  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
OFF, MSURR, MUSIC, FILM  
ON, OFF  
MUSIC  
THX re-equalization to simulate high frequency rolloffs that  
occur in movie theaters. Most films are mixed for movie  
theaters, and might sound too bright when played back in  
home theaters without re-equalization.  
OFF  
NEUTRAL  
ON  
REAR, NEUTRAL, FRONT  
ON, OFF  
THX timbre matching to minimize timbre differences between  
the front and surround channels, which results in smoother  
sound movements between them.  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
15.3kHz  
15ms  
500Hz to 20kHz, OFF  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
The listening mode name differs depending on the SURROUND EX  
parameter setting, and the speaker setup.  
+0.0dB  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
The table below indicates the conditions in which THX Ultra2 and  
THX Surround EX decoding are activated.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
Input Source  
5.1-Channel THX Surround EX  
(Flagged)  
5.1-Channel THX Surround EX  
(Non-Flagged)  
5.1-Channel  
Parameter Setting  
5.1mc THX SurEX  
5.1mc THX UL2Cin  
5.1mc THX SurEX  
5.1mc THX UL2Cin  
5.1mc THX SurEX  
5.1mc THX UL2Cin  
SURROUND EX: ON  
SURROUND EX: OFF  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
5.1mc  
, 5.1mc  
UL2Cin, & 5.1mc  
SurEX (continued)  
MODE ADJUST  
OR  
OR  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
UL2Cin  
5.1mc  
SurEX  
The 5.1mc THX UL2Cin listening mode  
The 5.1mc THX listening mode  
The 5.1mc THX UL2Cin listening mode is available when both side  
and rear speakers are present and THX Ultra2 decoding is active. THX  
Ultra2 decoding is activated when the SURROUND EX parameter is  
set to OFF. When THX Ultra2 decoding is activated:  
The 5.1mc THX listening mode is available when neither THX Ultra2  
nor THX Surround EX decoding is active.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
Adaptive de-correlation is applied to increase the perceived  
width of the listening space. De-correlation of the mono  
surround channel increases the perceived width of the surround  
field in home theaters.  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SURROUND EX  
LFE MIX  
ON  
ON, OFF  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
+0.0dB  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers.  
Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-37 for more  
information.  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
The 5.1mc THX SurEX listening mode  
The 5.1mc THX SurEX listening mode is available when both side  
and rear speakers are present and THX surround EX decoding is  
active. THX Surround EX decoding is activated when the  
SURROUND EX parameter is set to ON.  
When THX Surround EX decoding is activated Matrix decoding is  
applied to derive three surround channels from 5.1-channel  
sources.  
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SDP-40HD  
Mode Adjust  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc  
MUSIC  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1mc STANDARD  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1mc  
MUSIC  
This mode allows 5.1-channel sources to use bass management,  
speaker crossovers, speaker distance calibration, and audio controls  
(tone controls). When these features are not used, the 5.1mc  
STANDARD listening mode is similar to the 5.1a BYPASS listening  
mode. The 5.1mc STANDARD mode sends identical signals (with  
appropriate time delays) to the Main Zone audio output connectors  
labeled Side L and Rear L, as well as Side R and Rear R.  
The 5.1mc THX MUSIC listening mode is designed for playback of  
5.1-channel music sources. It cannot be activated unless side and  
rear speakers are present. This mode performs best in home  
theaters where the rear speakers are placed close together.  
ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer  
to the ASA parameter description on page 3-37 for more  
information.  
Parameter  
Option/Parameter Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-33  
Refer to page 5-34  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
-10.0 to +0.0dB  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
Refer to page 5-34  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
Note:  
The 5.1mc THX MUSIC listening mode can only be activated with the front  
panel or remote control Mode buttons.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1a BYPASS  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
MODE ADJUST  
5.1a BYPASS  
This mode downmixes 5.1-channel input signals into 2-channel  
Logic 7-encoded output signals. It sends these signals to the front  
speakers and the subwoofer. It is recommended for recording  
purposes, particularly for recording from a DVD-A or multi-channel  
SACD player to a CD-R or another 2-channel recording format.  
Designed for playback of 5.1-channel sources, such as DVD-A or  
SACD players.  
Sends the 5.1-channel audio input connector directly to the  
Main Zone volume control and audio output connectors as  
shown on page 1-5 and page 3-47. These signals receive no  
internal processing.  
When both side and rear speakers are present, surround  
channel signals are sent in parallel to the side and rear speakers.  
To configure a 5-channel speaker setup, set the OUTPUT LEVELS  
menu SIDE L/R or REAR L/R parameter to OFF to deactivate the  
associated surround speakers.  
Parameter  
Default Setting Possible Settings  
CENTER MIX  
+0dB  
+0dB  
-25 to +5dB  
SURROUND MIX  
-5 to +5dB  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0  
-127 to +127  
-5 to +5dB  
The 5.1a BYPASS listening mode is automatically activated  
whenever a 5.1-channel analog source is present and the MAIN  
ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON. The 5.1a  
BYPASS listening mode is only available for 5.1-channel analog  
sources.  
MASTER LEVEL  
LFE MIX  
+0dB  
+0.0dB  
-20.0 to +0.0dB  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
+0dB  
Refer to page 5-34  
Pressing the remote control SHIFT then 2CH buttons toggles  
the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter between ON  
and OFF.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
Option/Parameter  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
Note:  
Speaker crossover settings, speaker distances, and audio controls (tone)  
are not available when the 5.1a BYPASS listening mode is activated.  
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Mode Adjust  
2CH BYPASS  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
Listening Mode  
MODE ADJUST  
2CH BYPASS  
MODE ADJUST  
This listening mode sends 2-channel analog audio input signals to  
the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R with no  
internal processing.  
Opens the OUTPUT LEVELS menu, which is  
used to adjust output levels for the Main  
Zone audio output connectors labeled  
Center, Subwoofer L/R, LFE, Side L/R, and  
Rear L/R.  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
LFE  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+0dB  
The 2CH BYPASS listening mode is automatically activated  
whenever a 2-channel analog source is present and the MAIN ADV  
menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON. The 2CH BYPASS  
listening mode is not available when a digital source is present and  
the MAIN ADV menu INPUT SELECT parameter is set to AUTO.  
The OUTPUT LEVELS option does not appear on listening mode  
menus when the selected listening mode does not accommodate  
multichannel output signals. Instead, an output-specific parameter  
appears. For example, the MONO listening mode OUTPUT LEVELS  
menu includes a SUB L/R LVL parameter.  
Pressing the remote control SHIFT then 2CH buttons toggles the  
MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter between ON and  
OFF.  
Parameter  
Default Setting  
Possible Settings  
Note:  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R (LVL)  
LFE  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+0dB  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
Speaker crossover settings, speaker distances, and audio controls (tone)  
are not available when the 2CH BYPASS listening mode is activated.  
See page 5-35 for detailed parameter descriptions.  
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Mode Adjust  
JBL  
2. When the CUSTOM VS PRESET option drop-down menu is  
open, press the remote control or arrow button to toggle  
between the PRESET (factory default) and CUSTOM versions of  
the selected listening mode.  
CUSTOM  
MODE ADJUST  
CUSTOM  
Listening Mode  
Opens the CUSTOM menu shown below, which can be used to  
compare custom and factory default versions of the selected listening  
mode and to restore the factory default version of the selected listening  
mode.  
3. When finished, press the arrow button to close the CUSTOM  
VS PRESET drop down menu.  
RESET MODE  
CUSTOM VS PRESET  
MODE ADJUST  
Listening Mode  
CUSTOM  
RESET MODE  
MODE ADJUST  
Listening Mode  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM VS PRESET  
Restores the factory default version of the selected listening mode,  
restoring all listening mode menu parameters to their factory default  
settings.  
Allows comparison listening between the custom and factory default  
versions of the selected listening mode. When PRESET is selected, the  
listening mode is heard in its factory default condition, as if all listening  
mode menu parameters were set to their factory default settings.  
To restore the factory default version of the selected listening mode:  
When CUSTOM is selected, the listening mode is heard in its custom  
condition, including all current listening mode menu parameter settings.  
The PRESET and CUSTOM versions of the selected listening mode will  
sound identical when all listening mode menu parameters are set to  
their factory default settings.  
1. Follow the RESET MODE menu path to select the RESET MODE  
option. The PRESS RIGHT V TO RESTORE MODE message  
appears on the on-screen display.  
PRESS RIGHT V  
TO RESTORE MODE  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM VS PRESET  
Note:  
RESET MODE  
The CUSTOM VS PRESET option does not affect current listening mode  
menu parameter settings.  
2. Press the arrow button to restore the factory default version of  
the selected listening mode. Press the arrow button to close the  
message without restoring the factory default.  
PRESET  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM VS PRESET  
RESET MODE  
Note:  
To toggle between the custom and factory default versions of  
the selected listening mode:  
When the CUSTOM menu RESET MODE option is selected to restore the  
factory default version of the selected listening mode, the corresponding  
TRIGGER SETUP menu listening mode parameter is automatically set to its  
initial factory default setting.  
1. Follow the CUSTOM VS PRESET menu path to open the  
CUSTOM VS PRESET drop-down menu.  
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SDP-40HD  
Mode Adjust  
LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS  
with mono bass. Select the STEREO setting for sources recorded  
with stereo bass. Available in PANORAMA mode.  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
ON, OFF  
Simulates 7-channel playback in 5-channel speaker configurations.  
When set to ON, the SDP-40HD provides an increased sense of  
spaciousness and envelopment through the surround speakers. This  
enhancement is most noticeable when the surround speakers are  
positioned to the sides of the primary listening position, or when the  
primary listening position is located against the rear wall. The effec-  
tiveness of this parameter varies within the listening space. For best  
results, place the surround speakers to the left and right of the primary  
listening position. Available in all Logic 7 modes.  
BASS ENHANCE  
ON, OFF  
Enhances stereo bass, which results in low frequency reproduction  
that is less localized and more realistic in the listening space. The  
effectiveness of the BASS ENHANCE parameter varies depending on  
room acoustics and the ability of the surround speakers to  
reproduce low frequencies. For best results, use front, side or rear  
speakers that are capable of reproducing frequencies of 40Hz or  
lower. Available in all Logic 7 modes.  
ACADEMY FILTER  
ON, OFF  
BASS RT  
5ms to 48.6s  
Restores the proper tonal balance of older mono film sources that have  
much narrower frequency responses than more recent mono film  
sources. Available in MONO LOGIC and 5.1 MONO LOGIC modes.  
Works with the MID RT and SIZE parameters to adjust the amount  
of time required for low frequency information to decay below 60dB  
in level. In smaller listening spaces, the BASS RT parameter setting  
should match the MID RT parameter setting for more natural effects.  
Available in CHURCH and CATHEDRAL modes.  
AUTO AZIMUTH  
ON, OFF  
Maximizes matrix steering accuracy. When set to ON, the SDP-40HD  
continually monitors the 2-channel input signal and automatically  
adjusts the relative level and time offset of the input channels to ensure  
that signals are sent to the appropriate channels with maximum  
separation. When set to OFF, the accuracy of the selected listening  
mode varies among sources. Set this parameter to ON for film and  
broadcast sources and to OFF for music sources. Available in L7 FILM  
and L7 TV modes.  
CAUTION!  
Setting the BASS RT, MID RT and SIZE parameters to a high  
value may produce undesirable or damaging audio.  
CALIBRATION  
Opens the PANORAMA listening mode CALIBRATION menu, which is  
used to calibrate the PANORAMA listening mode. Refer to  
“PANORAMA” on page 5-12 for more information. Available in  
PANORAMA mode.  
BASS CONTENT  
BINAURAL, MONO, STEREO  
Adjusts the bass content of binaural, mono and stereo recordings.  
When set to BINAURAL, low frequency compensation is activated.  
Select this setting for true binaural sources recorded with dummy  
head microphones. Select the MONO setting for sources recorded  
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LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS (continued)  
all 5.1 Dolby Digital modes, except for 5.1 MONO LOGIC, 5.1 MONO  
SURR, and 5.1 MONO.  
CENTER  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
Controls the output level of the audio output connector labeled Center.  
Available in all except 2 CH modes (2-CHANNEL, 2 CH BYPASS,  
DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1mc 2-CHAN), MONO and 5.1  
MONO modes.  
CTR WIDTH  
MIN, 1 to 6, MAX  
Adjusts the center image. When set to MIN, the center image is heard  
from just the center speaker. When set to MAX, the center image is  
heard as a “phantom” center image from the front left and right  
speakers. When set on the 1 to 6 scale, the center image is heard in  
various combinations of the front and center speakers. Available in  
Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC modes.  
CENTER DEPTH  
0 to 18  
Adjusts the amount of processing applied to the center channel,  
changing the perceived distance of the center speaker. Higher  
settings increase and lower settings decrease the perceived distance  
of the center speaker from the listening position. Available in  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL modes.  
CUSTOM  
Opens the CUSTOM menu, which is used to compare custom and  
factory default versions of the selected listening mode and to restore  
the factory default version of the selected listening mode. Available in  
all modes.  
CENTER MIX  
-25 to +5dB  
Indicates the relative center channel level for downmixing. Set this  
parameter to +0dB for film sources and -5dB for music sources.  
Available in 5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, and 5.1mc 2-CHAN  
modes.  
CUSTOM VS PRESET  
Allows comparison listening to the custom and factory default versions  
of the selected listening mode. Refer to page 5-34 for information.  
Available in all modes.  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES  
-127 to +127  
Controls the relative time offset of the center channel. Set this  
parameter to +0 unless the center channel is not properly timed  
and the value of the error is known. Available in 5.1 2-CHANNEL,  
DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, and 5.1mc 2-CHAN modes.  
DIMENSION  
FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR  
Controls the relative balance of the sound field, which is useful with  
certain recordings to achieve a more suitable balance among all  
speakers. When set to FRONT, the sound field is balanced towards  
the front of the listening space. When set to NEUTRAL, the sound  
field is balanced at the center of the listening space. When set to  
REAR, the sound field is balanced towards the rear of the listening  
space. Available in Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC modes.  
COMPRESSION  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
Reduces wide volume level changes and increases dialog intelligibility  
at lower listening levels for Dolby Digital input sources. When ON, full  
compression is applied regardless of volume level. When OFF,  
compression is not applied. Set this parameter to AUTO or ON for  
Dolby Digital input sources that are listened to at lower volume levels,  
especially for nighttime viewing to avoid disturbing others. Available in  
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This parameter is available in all DTS modes except for dts THX  
MUSIC.  
EFFECT LVL  
-12 to +6dB  
Adjusts the amount of effect applied to the listening mode. Available  
in NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, CATHEDRAL, PANORAMA,  
MONO LOGIC, and 5.1 MONO LOGIC modes.  
EX DECODING  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
Controls Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding, which extracts a rear  
channel from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources recorded with or  
without Dolby Digital Surround EX. When ON, Dolby Digital  
Surround EX decoding is engaged for all 5.1-channel Dolby Digital  
sources. When OFF, Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is  
disengaged for all 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources.  
ES DECODING  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
Controls DTS-ES decoding, which extracts a rear channel from  
5.1-channel DTS, 5.1-channel matrix encoded DTS-ES, and  
6.1-channel discrete encoded DTS-ES sources. When ON is selected,  
DTS-ES decoding is activated for all DTS-ES sources. When OFF is  
selected, DTS-ES decoding is deactivated for all DTS-ES sources.  
When AUTO is selected, Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is  
engaged when a flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source recorded  
with Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding is detected. Dolby Digital  
Surround EX decoding is not engaged when a non-flagged  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital source recorded with or without Dolby  
Digital Surround EX encoding is detected.  
When AUTO is selected, DTS-ES decoding is activated when a  
5.1-channel matrix encoded or a 6.1-channel discrete encoded  
DTS-ES source is detected. DTS-ES decoding is deactivated when a  
5.1-channel DTS source is detected.  
Note:  
DTS-ES listening modes are available when DTS-ES decoding is  
engaged. DTS listening modes are available when DTS-ES decoding is  
not engaged. Refer to the DTS-ES Decoding section that begins on  
page 5-24 for more information.  
The SDP-40HD cannot automatically detect Dolby Digital Surround EX  
encoding in non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. A non-flagged  
input source does not identify Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding in the  
input signal.  
Note the following:  
The Dolby DIGITAL EX listening mode is available when Dolby  
Digital Surround EX decoding is engaged. The Dolby DIGITAL  
listening mode is available when Dolby Digital Surround EX  
decoding is not engaged. Refer to the Dolby DIGITAL EX & Dolby  
DIGITAL listening mode descriptions that begin on page 5-21 for  
more information.  
DTS-ES decoding cannot be engaged unless both side and rear  
speakers are present.  
When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the  
remote control DTS button while a DTS(-ES) source is present  
adjusts the ES DECODING parameter, cycling through the  
AUTO, ON, and OFF settings.  
The DTS-ES STATUS menu includes an SB level meter when the  
ES DECODING parameter is set to ON and a 5.1-channel DTS  
source is present or when the ES DECODING parameter is set to  
AUTO and a 5.1-channel matrix encoded or 6.1-channel  
discrete-encoded DTS-ES source is present.  
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LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS (continued)  
Note the following:  
LFE  
OFF, -30.0 to +12dB  
Controls the output level of the Main Zone audio output connector  
labeled LFE. The OUTPUT LEVELS menu does not include the LFE  
parameter unless an LFE subwoofer is present. Available in all 5.1  
Dolby Digital modes, except 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO LOGIC, 5.1  
MONO SURR, and 5.1 MONO. Also available in 5.1mc L7 FILM, 5.1mc  
L7 MUSIC, 5.1mc THX, 5.1mc THX MUSIC, 5.1mc STANDARD, 5.1a  
BYPASS, DTS L7 FILM, DTS L7 MUSIC, DTS THX, DTS THX MUSIC, and  
DTS modes.  
Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding cannot be engaged unless  
both side and rear speakers are present.  
When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the  
remote control DOLBY button while a 5.1-channel Dolby  
Digital source is present activates the Dolby DIGITAL EX or  
Dolby DIGITAL listening mode. Subsequent presses adjust the  
EX DECODING parameter, cycling through the AUTO, ON, and  
OFF settings.  
This parameter is available in 5.1 PLIIx MOV, 5.1 PLIIx MUS, and  
DOLBY DIGITAL (EX) modes.  
LFE MIX  
-20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB  
Controls the output level of LFE information – the .1 channel in a  
5.1-channel or 6.1-channel input source – that is sent to the audio  
output labeled Subwoofer. Low frequencies from up to seven other  
channels may be combined with the LFE information to create the  
subwoofer output signal, which significantly increases subwoofer  
output levels.  
FRONT STEERING  
OFF, MSURR, MUSIC, FILM  
Adjusts front steering between the front left, front right, and center  
speakers. When set to FILM, maximum front steering is applied to the  
center channel. When set to MUSIC, moderate front steering is  
applied. When set to MSURR, minimum front steering is applied.  
When set to OFF, no front steering is applied. You should set this  
parameter to FILM for film and broadcast sources and to MUSIC,  
MSURR or OFF for music sources. Available in L7 TV, L7 MUSIC, L7  
MUSIC SURR, 5.1 L7 TV, 5.1 L7 MUSIC, dts L7 MUSIC, , and 5.1mc L7  
MUSIC modes.  
Careful adjustment of this parameter allows achievement of proper  
tonal balance and reduces the risk of subwoofer overload. When the  
speaker setup does not include a subwoofer, LFE information is mixed  
into speakers for which the corresponding CUSTOM SETUP menu  
parameter is set to FULL or to the lowest crossover points. Available in  
all DTS and all Dolby Digital modes except MONO modes (5.1 MONO  
LOGIC, 5.1 MONO SURR, 5.1 MONO), and all 5.1mc modes except  
5.1mc STANDARD and 5.1a BYPASS modes.  
INPUT BALANCE  
L< to <|> to >R  
Controls the balance of the selected stereo analog audio input  
connectors, compensating for audio input sources with audible  
channel imbalance. Available in PANORAMA mode.  
LISTENER POS  
-127 to +127  
Compensates for primary listening positions that are not centered  
between the front left and right speakers. Each increment within the  
-127 to +127 parameter range represents about one-third of an inch.  
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Mode Adjust  
Refer to the Panorama Calibration section that begins on page 5-12 for  
more information. Available in PANORAMA CALIBRATION mode.  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
Opens the OUTPUT LEVELS menu, which is used to adjust output  
levels for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Center,  
Subwoofer L/R, LFE, Side L/R, and Rear L/R. Refer to page 5-33 for  
more information. Available in all except 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.1  
2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN, and  
2CH BYPASS modes.  
Note:  
The LISTENER POS parameter range might extend past the location of the  
front left and right speakers.  
LIVENESS  
30ms to 20.2s  
PANORAMA  
ON, OFF  
Depends on the SIZE parameter setting. The LIVENESS parameter  
adjusts the amount of effect recirculation. Higher settings mimic  
more reflective surfaces and increase decay time. Available in  
NIGHTCLUB and CONCERT HALL modes.  
When set to ON, Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC listening  
modes extend the front stereo image to include surround channel  
signals, which creates a “wraparound” effect with side wall imaging.  
Available in Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC modes.  
LOW FREQ WIDTH  
-25 to +25  
Note:  
Applies low frequency spatial correction to the input signal. This  
correction is applied to uncorrelated input signals below 60Hz.  
Available in PANORAMA mode.  
The PANORAMA parameter within the Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx  
MUSIC listening modes should not be confused with the separate  
PANORAMA listening mode found on page 5-12.  
MASTER LEVEL  
-5 to +5dB  
PRE-DELAY  
1 to 100ms, OFF  
Adjusts the output level of the current mode. Available in 5.1 2-  
CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN modes.  
Adjusts delay time between the direct sound and the onset of  
reverberation. Higher settings make the simulated space sound  
larger. Because some pre-delay is inherent in all source material, you  
should begin with the parameter set to the lowest setting, then  
make adjustments accordingly. Available in NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT  
HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL modes.  
MID RT  
24ms to 24.3s  
Works with the BASS RT and SIZE parameters to adjust the amount  
of time required for mid-frequency information to decay below  
60dB in level. The full parameter range might not be available  
depending on the SIZE parameter setting. Available in CHURCH and  
CATHEDRAL modes.  
CAUTION!  
Setting the BASS RT, MID RT or SIZE parameters to a high  
value may produce undesirable or damaging audio.  
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LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS (continued)  
RE-EQUALIZER  
ON, OFF  
ROLLOFF  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
Simulates high frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters.  
When set to ON, the SDP-40HD applies a high frequency filter.  
When set to OFF, the SDP-40HD does not apply a high frequency  
filter. You should set this parameter to ON for film sources, as many  
films are mixed for movie theaters and might sound too bright  
when played back in home theaters without re-equalization.  
Available in L7 FILM, L7 TV, Dolby PLII + THX, Dolby PLIIx + THX,  
5.1 L7 FILM, 5.1 L7 TV, THX ULTRA2, THX SurEX, THX, DTS(-ES) L7  
FILM, 5.1 L7 MUSIC, DTS(-ES) L7 MUSIC, DTS THX ULTRA2, DTS(-  
ES) THX, 5.1mc L7 FILM, 5.1mc L7 MUSIC, 5.1mc THX ULTRA2,  
5.1mc THX SurEX, and 5.1mc THX modes.  
Simulates the absorption of high frequencies in a real space. You  
should begin with a low setting to simulate high frequency  
absorptive spaces. Available in NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL,  
CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL modes.  
SIDE L/R  
-30 to +12dB, OFF  
Controls the level of the Side L/R audio output connectors in the  
Main Zone. Available in all except 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.1  
2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN, and  
2CH BYPASS modes.  
SIZE  
4 to 20 or 30m  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
Adjusts the length of the listening space within a 4m to 20m or  
30m range (depending on the listening mode). Increase the size of  
the space to increase the reverb effect. Available in NIGHTCLUB,  
CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL modes.  
Increases the perceived depth of the listening space by delaying the  
arrival time of rear speaker signals. You should increase the setting  
when using side and rear speakers that are located close together or  
when a greater sense of depth is desired in the listening space.  
Available in All Logic 7 modes and PANORAMA mode.  
CAUTION!  
Setting the BASS RT, MID RT and SIZE parameters to a  
high value may produce undesirable or damaging audio.  
REAR L/R  
-30 to +12dB, OFF  
Controls the output level of the audio output connector labeled  
Rear L/R. Available in all except 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.1  
2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN, and  
2CH BYPASS modes.  
SOUND STAGE  
FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR  
Dynamically controls the relative balance of the audio output  
connectors. When set to FRONT, the Side L/R and Rear L/R output  
levels are attenuated by 6dB, shifting the perceived balance of the  
sound field to the front of the listening space. When set to NEUTRAL,  
the Side L/R and Rear L/R output levels are slightly attenuated by 3dB,  
shifting the perceived balance of the sound field to the center of the  
RESET MODE  
Restores the factory default version of the selected listening mode,  
restoring all listening mode menu parameters to their factory  
default settings. Available in all modes.  
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Mode Adjust  
listening space. When set to REAR, the Side L/R and Rear L/R output  
levels are not attenuated, preserving the intended balance of the  
sound field. Available in all Logic 7 modes.  
synthesis. When strong monaural speech is present in the input source,  
the monaural component of the ambience effect is reduced and the  
stereo component of the effect is increased. When set to OFF, the  
amount of ambience synthesis is dynamically controlled. Available in  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL modes.  
SOURCE  
RIGHT, LEFT & RIGHT, LEFT  
Controls the perceived direction of the PANORAMA listening mode  
external calibration source signal. When RIGHT is selected, the  
sound is perceived to come from the right of the primary listening  
position. When LEFT is selected, the sound is perceived to come  
from the left of the primary listening position. When LEFT & RIGHT  
is selected, the sound is perceived to come from all around the  
primary listening position. Refer to the Calibration section that  
begins on page 5-13 for more information about the SOURCE  
parameter. Available in PANORAMA CALIBRATION.  
SUB L/R & SUB L/R LVL  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
Controls the output level of the Main Zone audio output  
connectors labeled Subwoofer L/R. The SUB L/R parameter appears  
on the listening mode OUTPUT LEVELS menu. The SUB L/R LVL  
parameter appears on listening mode menus when the listening  
mode does not accommodate multi-channel output signals.  
Available in all modes.  
SURR ROLLOFF  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
Note:  
Applies high frequency attenuation control to the audio output  
connectors labeled Side L/R and Rear L/R. This filter is only applied to  
output signals generated by the SDP-40HD. Available in all Logic 7,  
PANORAMA, MONO LOGIC, and 5.1 MONO LOGIC modes.  
The SOURCE parameter controls the perceived direction of the sound,  
although both the front left and right speakers generate the external  
calibration source signal.  
SURROUND DLY  
0 to 15ms  
SPEAKER ANGLE  
10 to 90deg  
Increases the perceived depth of the listening space by delaying the  
arrival time of signals from the side and rear speakers. It is  
recommended that you increase the setting when a greater sense of  
depth is desired in the listening space. Available in Dolby PLII MUSIC  
and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC modes.  
Compensates for a wide or narrow speaker angle relative to the  
primary listening position. Select the setting closest to the angle  
between the front left and right speakers and the primary listening  
position. Refer to the Calibration section that begins on page 5-13  
for more information about the SPEAKER ANGLE parameter.  
Available in PANORAMA CALIBRATION.  
SPEECH DETECT  
ON, OFF  
Distinguishes monaural speech from other input sources. When set to  
ON, effects are lowered to minimize interference and unnatural echo  
in monaural speech. When stereo input sources are present, the front  
left and right channels are independently used as inputs for ambience  
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LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS (continued)  
Note the following:  
SURROUND EX  
AUTO, ON, OFF  
Controls the THX Surround EX decoding feature, which can be used to  
extract a rear channel from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. When  
ON is selected, THX Surround EX decoding is engaged for all  
5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. When OFF is selected, THX  
Surround EX decoding is not engaged for all 5.1-channel Dolby Digital  
sources. Available in THX ULTRA2, THX SurEX, and THX modes.  
The SURROUND EX parameter AUTO setting is not available for  
the 5.1mc THX listening modes.  
Toggling the SURROUND EX parameter setting produces low  
level clicks in the front speakers.  
THX Surround EX decoding cannot be engaged unless both  
side and rear speakers are present.  
When AUTO is selected, THX Surround EX decoding is engaged  
when a flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source with THX  
Surround EX encoding is detected. THX Surround EX decoding is  
not engaged when a non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source  
with or without THX Surround EX encoding is detected.  
When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the  
remote control THX button while a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital  
source is present activates the THX ULTRA2, THX SurEX, or THX  
listening mode. Subsequent presses adjust the SURROUND EX  
parameter, cycling through the AUTO, ON, and OFF settings.  
When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the  
remote control THX button while a 5.1-channel PCM source is  
present activates the 5.1mc THX ULTRA2, 5.1mc THX SurEX, or  
5.1mc THX listening mode. Subsequent presses toggle the  
SURROUND EX parameter between the ON and OFF settings.  
Note:  
The SDP-40HD cannot automatically detect THX Surround EX encoding in  
non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. A non-flagged input source  
does not include information in the input signal that identifies THX  
Surround EX encoding.  
SURROUND MIX  
-5 to +5dB  
THX Surround EX listening modes are available when Dolby Digital  
Surround EX decoding is engaged. THX or THX ULTRA2 listening  
modes are available when THX Surround EX decoding is not  
engaged. Refer to the THX ULTRA2, THX SurEX, & THX listening  
mode descriptions that begin on page 5-18 or the 5.1mc THX  
ULTRA2, 5.1mc THX SurEX, & 5.1mc THX listening mode descrip-  
tions that begin on page 5-29 for more information.  
Controls the relative level of surround channel information sent to the  
audio output connectors labeled Front L/R. It is recommended that  
you set this parameter to +2dB or +3dB for all input sources. Available  
in 5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, and 5.1mc 2-CHAN modes.  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
+6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.0dB  
Controls the level of dialog boost in the audio output connector  
labeled Center. Increase this setting to improve dialog intelligibility,  
particularly at lower volume levels. Available in all Logic 7 modes.  
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MODE – PARAMETER RELATIONSHIPS  
The following table lists each parameter and the modes in which it is used.  
The parameter...  
Is used in these modes  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
ACADEMY FILTER  
AUTO AZIMUTH  
BASS CONTENT  
BASS ENHANCE  
BASS RT  
All L7 modes  
MONO LOGIC and 5.1 MONO LOGIC  
L7 FILM and L7 TV  
PANORAMA  
All L7 modes  
CHURCH and CATHEDRAL modes  
PANORAMA  
CALIBRATION  
CENTER  
All except 2 CH modes (2-CHANNEL, 2 CH BYPASS, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1mc 2-CHAN),  
MONO, and 5.1 MONO modes  
CENTER DEPTH  
CENTER MIX  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, CATHEDRAL  
5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN  
All 5.1DD modes, except for 5.1 MONO LOGIC, 5.1 MONO SURR, and 5.1 MONO.  
Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC  
All modes  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES  
COMPRESSION  
CTR WIDTH  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM VS PRESET  
All modes  
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The parameter...  
Is used in these modes  
DIMENSION  
EFFECT LVL  
Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, CATHEDRAL, PANORAMA, MONO LOGIC, and 5.1 MONO LOGIC  
All DTS modes, except for DTS THX MUSIC  
ES DECODING  
EX DECODING  
FRONT STEERING  
INPUT BALANCE  
LFE  
5.1 PLIIx MOV, 5.1 PLIIx MUS, and DOLBY DIGITAL (EX).  
L7 TV, L7 MUSIC, L7 MUSIC SURR, 5.1 L7 TV, 5.1 L7 MUSIC, DTS L7 MUSIC, and 5.1mc L7 MUSIC  
PANORAMA  
All 5.1 Dolby Digital modes except 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO LOGIC, 5.1 MONO SURR, and 5.1 MONO.  
5.1mc L7 FILM, 5.1mc L7 MUSIC, 5.1mc THX, 5.1mc THX MUSIC, 5.1mc STANDARD, 5.1a BYPASS, DTS L7 FILM,  
DTS L7 MUSIC, DTS THX, DTS THX MUSIC, and DTS  
LFE MIX  
All DTS and Dolby Digital modes except MONO modes (5.1 MONO LOGIC, 5.1 MONO SURR, 5.1 MONO), and  
all 5.1mc modes except 5.1mc STANDARD and 5.1a BYPASS  
LISTENER POS  
LIVENESS  
PANORAMA CALIBRATION  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL  
PANORAMA  
LOW FREQ WIDTH  
MASTER LEVEL  
MID RT  
5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN  
CHURCH and CATHEDRAL modes  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
All except 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN, and  
2CH BYPASS modes  
PANORAMA  
PRE-DELAY  
Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL modes  
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The parameter...  
Is used in these modes  
RE-EQUALIZER  
L7 FILM, L7 TV, Dolby PLII + THX, Dolby PLIIx + THX, 5.1 L7 FILM, 5.1 L7 MUSIC, 5.1 L7 TV, THX ULTRA2, THX  
SurEX, THX, DTS(-ES) L7 FILM, DTS(-ES) L7 MUSIC, DTS THX ULTRA2, DTS(-ES) THX, 5.1mc L7 FILM, 5.1mc L7  
MUSIC, 5.1mc THX ULTRA2, 5.1mc THX SurEX, and 5.1mc THX  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
REAR L/R  
All L7 modes and PANORAMA  
All except 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN, and  
2CH BYPASS modes  
RESET MODE  
ROLLOFF  
All modes  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL modes  
SIDE L/R  
All except 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN, and 2CH  
BYPASS modes  
SIZE  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL modes  
All L7 modes  
SOUND STAGE  
SOURCE  
PANORAMA CALIBRATION  
SPEAKER ANGLE  
SPEECH DETECT  
SUB L/R & SUB L/R LVL  
SURR ROLLOFF  
SURROUND DLY  
SURROUND EX  
SURROUND MIX  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
PANORAMA CALIBRATION  
NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL  
All modes  
All L7 modes, PANORAMA, MONO LOGIC, and 5.1 MONO LOGIC modes  
Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC  
THX ULTRA2, THX SurEX, THX, 5.1mc THX ULTRA2, 5.1mc THX SurEX, and 5.1mc THX  
5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN  
All L7 modes  
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2. Make sure all associated power amplifiers are powered on.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
3. Make sure the SDP-40HD is receiving an audio signal. To do  
this, follow the instructions that begin on page 1-21 to open  
the STATUS menu for the current input source.  
The SDP-40HD does not power on.  
4. Make sure the audio is not muted. The message “MUTE ON” or  
“FULL MUTE ON” appears in the on-screen and front panel  
displays when the audio is muted. To deactivate mute, press the  
Mute button or adjust the volume level.  
1. Make sure the rear panel power switch is set to the I (“on”)  
position.  
2. Attempt to power on the SDP-40HD with the front panel  
Standby button and remote control On button.  
5. Check the INPUT SETUP menu HDMI IN, DIGITAL IN, and  
ANALOG IN parameters to ensure the appropriate audio  
connector is assigned to the selected input.  
3. Examine the power cord to ensure a good connection between  
the rear panel AC input connector and the wall outlet.  
4. Check the electrical circuit and breaker.  
The relationship between the HDMI inputs and analog and  
digital outputs depends on the settings of the DIGITAL IN  
parameter and the HDMI IN parameter. Refer to the table on  
page 3-7 for assigning HDMI audio.  
The remote control does not work.  
When HDMI IN is set to NONE and DIGITAL IN is set to  
HDMI AUDIO, then the COAX-1 connector is automatically  
assigned to DIGITAL IN. This is in place of any previously  
assigned HDMI connector. Neither audio nor video will be  
available on the HDMI output.  
1. Eliminate obstructions between the remote control and the  
front panel IR receiver. When the SDP-40HD is not using the  
rear panel IR IN connector, the remote control must be in line  
of sight with the front panel IR receiver for proper operation.  
The remote control might also become unreliable if strong  
sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the IR receiver.  
When HDMI IN is set to one of the HDMI connectors and  
DIGITAL IN is set to a parameter other than HDMI AUDIO,  
then both HDMI audio and video are active on the HDMI  
output connector.  
2. Make sure the remote control batteries are correctly inserted  
with the proper polarity.  
3. Replace the remote control batteries. When the batteries are  
low on power, the remote control enters a low-voltage  
condition that prevents it from operating the SDP-40HD.  
6. The associated source device may not incorporate HDCP  
(High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) encryption.  
HDCP is a copy protection technology incorporating an  
encryption and authentication scheme to protect certain digital  
audio and video content from being copied as it travels across  
DVI or HDMI connections. Since the SDP-40HD supports HDCP,  
associated equipment connected via HDMI or DVI (Digital  
Visual Interface) must also support HDCP. Check your  
manufacturer user guide to confirm HDCP compatibility.  
The SDP-40HD is powered on, but there is no audio.  
1. Examine the audio cables to ensure a good connection  
between the source and the SDP-40HD, and the SDP-40HD  
and all associated power amplifiers.  
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7. Make sure volume level is audible. Volume level can be  
increased with the front panel volume knob or the remote  
control VOL + and – buttons.  
2. Check the INPUT SETUP menu HDMI IN, VIDEO IN and  
COMPONENT IN parameters to ensure the appropriate video  
connector is assigned to the selected input.  
3. The currently selected source, or the high-definition display  
device may incorporate HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital  
Content Protection) encryption. HDCP is a copy protection  
technology inccorporating an encryption and authentication  
scheme to protect certain digital audio and video content from  
being copied as it travels across DVI or HDMI connections.  
No audio when using a HDMI to DVI cable or adaptor between  
the SDP-40HD and the display.  
Because DVI does not carry an audio signal, no audio will be heard.  
Use the SDP-40HD analog or digital output connectors for audio.  
If your display device is not compatible with HDCP, use an  
analog video connection from the source device, through  
the SDP-40HD, to the display. Analog video connectors are  
not copy protected. (The resolution through these  
connectors may not be the same as it would through the  
HDMI connector.)  
Dialog sounds muffled.  
If the speaker setup does not include a center speaker, make sure a  
custom – as opposed to a THX – speaker setup is selected. Then,  
make sure the CUSTOM SETUP menu CENTER parameter is set to  
NONE.  
If using a video switcher or scaler, be sure it is HDCP  
compliant.  
A humming sound is present in the audio.  
The picture on the display screen includes video artifacts and  
looks incorrect.  
1. If a cable TV connection is present, disconnect the cable from  
the wall outlet. If this eliminates the humming sound, a ground  
loop isolation device is required. Contact your dealer or the  
cable provider for assistance.  
The loaded disc may include an analog video copy-prevention  
signal, such as Macrovision. Check the manufacturer user guide  
that came with your display device to find out whether it is  
compatible with Macrovision.  
2. Disconnect components one at a time to isolate the problem.  
Once the problem is identified, make sure the associated  
component is properly grounded and connected to the same  
electrical circuit as the SDP-40HD.  
RF interference is present in the audio or video.  
1. Make sure the SDP-40HD is not positioned near unshielded TV  
or FM antennas, cable TV decoders, and other devices that  
emit radio frequencies (RF).  
The SDP-40HD is powered on, but there is no video.  
1. Examine the video cables – particularly the HDMI cables – to  
ensure a good connection to the associated component.  
2. Replace unshielded cables with shielded cables wherever  
possible.  
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The SDP-40HD is exhibiting erratic behavior.  
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE  
1. Set the rear panel power switch to the c (“off”) position. Wait  
10 seconds. Then, set the rear panel power switch to the  
I (“on”) position.  
The bulleted items below describe routine maintenance that should  
be performed on a periodic basis.  
2. Use the SDP-40HD configuration tool to download the current  
SDP-40HD configuration to a personal computer (PC) or  
document all of your current settings on the installation  
worksheet that begins on page A-19. Then, follow the  
instructions on the next page to restore factory default settings.  
Clean the SDP-40HD exterior surface with a soft, lint-free cloth.  
Do not use alcohol, benzene, acetone-based cleaners, or strong  
commercial cleaners. Do not use a cloth made with steel wool  
or metal polish. If the SDP-40HD is exposed to a dusty  
environment, a low-pressure blower can be used to remove  
dust from its exterior surface.  
Replace the remote control batteries as needed. The remote  
control requires two AA batteries. When these batteries are low  
on power, the remote control enters a low-voltage condition  
that prevents it from operating the SDP-40HD. Normal  
operation will resume when new batteries are installed.  
If all else fails. . .  
1. Contact an authorized JBL dealer.  
2. Contact JBL Customer Service at 818-830-8757.  
Note:  
Visit http://www.jbl.com for additional troubleshooting information.  
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4. Press the remote control or arrow button to highlight  
RESTORE DEFAULTS, then press the arrow button. (To close  
the FACTORY SETTINGS menu without restoring factory default  
settings, highlight EXIT, then press the arrow button.)  
RESTORING FACTORY-DEFAULT SETTINGS  
When factory-default settings are restored, all parameters and  
values that the owner has defined are restored to their  
factory-default settings. Before restoring factory-default settings,  
you should record all of your current settings.  
The FACTORY SETTINGS message appears on the front panel  
and on-screen displays. When this message appears, press a  
front panel or remote control button to restart the SDP-40HD.  
FACTORY SETTINGS  
FACTORY SETTINGS  
EXIT  
HAVE BEEN RESTORED  
PRESS ANY KEY  
TO RESTART  
RESTORE DEFAULTS  
To restore factory-default settings:  
1. Select one of the following options to record user defined settings:  
Use the Configuration Tool to download current SDP-40HD  
settings to a personal computer (PC). The configuration  
tool is available at www.jblsynthesis.com  
Record the settings you have defined on the installation  
worksheet that begins on page A-19.  
2. If the SDP-40HD is not in standby mode, press the Standby  
Button.  
3. When standby mode is activated, press the Standby Button  
again, then quickly press and hold the Mute button until the  
FACTORY SETTINGS menu shown above opens on the  
on-screen and front panel displays.  
Note:  
The Mute button must be pressed within 2 seconds of deactivating  
standby mode. Otherwise, the “MUTE ON” message will appear on  
the on-screen and front panel displays. If this occurs, too much time  
has passed. Press the Standby button and begin again at step 3.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Main Zone Audio Performance  
A/D Conversion  
D/A Conversion  
• 24-bit, 96kHz, dual-bit ΔΣarchitecture  
• 24-bit, 44.1 to 192kHz, multi-bit ΔΣ architecture  
HDMI Input & Output Connectors  
Frequency Response • 10Hz to 20kHz, +0.1dB/-0.25dB, -0.75dB at 40kHz, refer-  
ence 1kHz  
HDMI Inputs  
HDMI Output  
• 6 HDMI Type A (19-pin) connectors  
• 1 HDMI Type A (19-pin) connector  
THD + Noise  
• Below 0.003% at 1kHz, maximum output level  
• 108dB minimum, 111dB typical, 22kHz bandwidth  
Dynamic Range  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio • 108dB minimum, 111dB typical, 22kHz bandwidth  
HDMI Performance mmmmm  
Input Sensitivity  
• 200mVrms (2Vrms for maximum output level) at 0dB  
input gain  
Video Resolutions  
• 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i (resolutions dependent on the  
capability of the HDMI display connected to the  
SDP-40HD HDMI output connector)  
Input Impedance  
Output Level  
• 100kΩ in parallel with 150pF  
• 150mVrms typical, 6Vrms maximum (RCA connectors)  
• 300mVrms typical, 12Vrms maximum  
• Maximum value with full-scale input signal and volume at  
+12dB  
Audio Sample Rates • 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz  
Output Impedance  
• 100Ω in parallel with 150pF (RCA connectors)  
• 50Ω in parallel with 150pF (XLR connectors, SDP-40HD  
Balanced only)  
Audio Input & Output Connectors  
Analog Audio Inputs  
Digital Audio Inputs  
• 8 stereo (RCA) or 5 stereo and one 5.1-channel connectors  
• 6 S/PDIF coaxial (RCA), 6 S/PDIF optical, and 1 AES/EBU  
(XLR) connectors  
• Coaxial and optical input connectors conform to IEC-  
958, S/PDIF standards  
Zone 2 & Record Zone Audio Performance  
• Accepts 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz sample rates  
• Accepts 16-24 bits PCM audio, Dolby Digital, DTS and  
DTS-ES discrete data formats  
A/D Conversion  
• 24-bit, 44.1 to 96kHz, dual-bit ΔΣarchitecture (Record  
Zone only)  
D/A Conversion  
• 24-bit, 44.1 to 192kHz, multi-bit ΔΣ architecture  
Main Zone Audio  
Outputs  
• 12 unbalanced (RCA) and 12 balanced (XLR, SDP-40HD  
Balanced only) connectors for Front L/R, Center, LFE,  
Subwoofer L/R, Side L/R, and Rear L/R, and Auxiliary L/R  
Frequency Response • 10Hz to 20kHz, +0.1dB/-0.25dB, -0.75dB at 40kHz, refer-  
ence 1kHz  
THD + Noise  
• Below 0.005% at 1kHz, maximum output level  
• 105dB minimum, 108dB typical, 22kHz bandwidth  
Zone 2 Audio Outputs • 2 unbalanced (RCA, 1 fixed and 1 variable output level)  
stereo connectors and 1 balanced stereo connector  
Dynamic Range  
(XLR, variable output level, SDP-40HD Balanced only)  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio • 105dB minimum, 108dB typical, 22kHz bandwidth  
Record Zone Audio  
Outputs  
• 2 unbalanced (RCA, 1 fixed and 1 variable output level)  
stereo connectors  
• 1 S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) and 1 S/PDIF optical connector  
(in parallel)  
Input Sensitivity  
Input Impedance  
• 200mVrms (4Vrms for maximum output level)  
• 100kΩ in parallel with 150pF  
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Zone 2 & Record Zone Audio Performance  
Component Video Performance  
Output Level  
• 200mVrms typical, 4Vrms maximum (RCA connectors)  
• 400mVrms typical, 8Vrms maximum (XLR connectors,  
Zone 2 only)  
• Maximum value with full-scale input signal and volume at  
0dB  
Switching  
• Passive  
• 75Ω  
Impedance  
Insertion Loss  
Bandwidth  
• <3dB  
• >250MHz  
Output Impedance  
• 100Ω in parallel with 150pF (RCA connectors)  
• 50Ω in parallel with 150pF (XLR connectors, Zone 2 only)  
Microphone Input Connectors  
Inputs  
• 4 3.5 miniature phone jacks  
• 10mVrms (400mV maximum input level)  
Video Input & Output Connectors  
Input Sensitivity  
Input Impedance  
Video Inputs  
• 2 composite (RCA), 3 S-video, and 4 component video (3  
• 20kΩ (accepts balanced or unbalanced input signals)  
RCA and 1 BNC))  
Video Outputs  
• 4 composite (RCA, 2 main and 2 Record Zone), 2 S-video  
(2 monitor and 2 Record Zone), and 1 component (BNC)  
Other  
Trigger Outputs  
• 1 power on/off and 2 programmable connectors on  
detachable screw terminals (+12 VDC, 0.5 amps each)  
Composite & S-video Performance  
RS-232 Serial Input/ • 2 9-pin D-sub connectors  
Output  
Compatibility  
Switching  
• NTSC, PAL, and SECAM  
• Active  
Power Requirements • 90-250 VAC, 50-60Hz, 120W (universal line input),  
detachable power cord  
Output Level  
Impedance  
• 1.0V peak-to-peak  
SDP-40HD  
Dimensions &  
Weight  
• Height (with feet): 6.63 inches (169mm)  
• Width: 17.3 inches (440mm)  
• Depth: 14.85 inches (377mm)  
• Weight: 45lbs (20.5kg)  
• 75Ω  
Input Return Loss  
Differential Gain  
Differential Phase  
Bandwidth  
• >40dB  
• <0.3%  
• <0.3°  
Rack Mounting  
Environment  
• Optional brackets are available for installation in a  
standard 19" equipment rack (4 rack units required)  
• >25MHz  
• <0.3%  
• Operating Temperature: 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F)  
• Storage Temperature: -30° to 75°C (-22° to 167°F)  
• Relative Humidity: 95% maximum without condensation  
K Factor  
Gain  
0.15dB  
Remote Control  
• Hand-held, backlit infrared remote control unit  
• Requires 2 AA batteries (Alkaline batteries recommended)  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio • >70dB  
Frequency Response • 10Hz to 8MHz + 0.2dB/-0.3dB  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Component Video Performance  
Compatibility  
• 3-channel (Y, Pr, Pb), format-independent  
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
JBL  
Application of Council Directive(s):  
89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC  
Standard(s) to Which Conformity is Declared:  
EN55013:2001, EN55020:2002, EN61000-3-2:2000,  
EN61000-3-3:2001, and EN60065:2002  
Manufacturer:  
Harman Specialty Group  
3 Oak Park  
Bedford, MA 01730-1413 USA  
The equipment identified here conforms to the Directive(s)  
and Standard(s) specified above.  
Type of Equipment: Digital Controller  
Model:  
Date:  
JBL SDP-40HD  
October 2005  
Harman Specialty Group  
Vice President of Engineering  
3 Oak Park  
Bedford, MA 01730-1413 USA  
Tel: 781-280-0300  
Fax: 781-280-0490  
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MENU TREE  
TRIGGER 1 SETUP  
TRIGGER SETUP  
Selecting SETUPTRIGGERS prompts the  
selection of a trigger output connector.  
Selecting a connector opens the TRIGGER  
SETUP menu shown at the far right. The  
parameters on the left side of the TRIGGER  
SETUP menu are identical regardless of the  
selected connector. The TRIGGER SETUP  
menu indicates factory-default parameter  
settings for both connectors.  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
REMOTE ONLY  
DVD1  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
FILM  
ON  
ON  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
DVD2  
ON  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
ZONE2 INPUTS  
RECORD INPUTS  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
TRIGGER SETUP  
TRIGGER 1  
TRIGGER 2  
PROGRAM  
PROGRAM  
MUSIC  
2-CHAN  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
FILM  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MUSIC  
SurEX  
MUSIC  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1a BYPASS  
2CH BYPASS  
ON  
ON  
MUSIC SURR  
PLIIx +  
PLIIx MOV  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
PRO LOGIC  
+
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
INPUT SETUP  
VOLUME CONTROL SETUP  
MAIN POWER ON -30dB  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
8 STEREO INPUTS  
OR  
5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
FULL MUTE  
MUTE LEVEL  
ZONE PWR ON  
REC PWR ON  
MAX VOLUME  
-30dB  
-30dB  
+6dB  
LOCK OPTIONS  
MODES  
AUDIO CNTRL UNLOCKED  
SETUP  
UNLOCKED  
8 STEREO INPUTS  
FOR REAR PANEL CFG  
UNLOCKED  
VCR  
CD  
LAST LVL, -80 to +6dB  
CIN  
MUSIC  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
5 ST. & (1) 5.1 ANLG  
FOR REAR PANEL CFG  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
5.1 FILM  
5.1 TV  
5.1 MUSIC  
SurEX  
-10dB  
-20dB  
-30dB  
-40dB  
FULL MUTE  
LOCKED  
UNLOCKED  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
continued on page A-7  
ALWAYS ON  
75%  
STATUS  
BRIGHTNESS  
SPEAKER SETUP  
100%  
75%  
50%  
25%  
CUSTOM SETUP  
DISPLAY SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
SPEAKER DISTANCES  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
CUSTOM NAME  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
MUSIC  
OFF  
OFF  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DIGITAL EX  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
ALWAYS ON  
2 SECONDS  
ALWAYS OFF  
STATUS  
POSITION  
2 SECONDS  
TOP  
continued on page A-11  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
SDP-40HD  
FORMAT  
NTSC  
TOP  
CENTER  
BOTTOM  
ON  
ON  
BACKGROUND  
REMOTE STATE  
OFF, 1 to 60ms  
BUTTONS TO EDIT  
UP TO 20 CHARACTERS  
BUTTON TO ADVANCE  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
SECAM  
PAL  
NTSC  
ON  
OFF  
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TRIGGER SETUP  
TRIGGER 2 SETUP  
TRIGGER 2 SETUP  
TRIGGER 1  
TRIGGER 2  
REMOTE  
REMOTE  
REMOTE ONLY  
DVD1  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
FILM  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VC  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
ZONE2 INPUTS  
RECORD INPUTS  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
PLIIx +  
PLIIx MOV  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
MUSIC  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
MUSIC  
2-CHAN  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
FILM  
MUSIC  
SurEX  
MUSIC  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1mc BYPASS  
2CH BYPASS  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
PRO LOGIC  
+
CIN  
MUSIC  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HHALL  
CHURCH  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
5.1 FILM  
5.1 TV  
5.1 MUSIC  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
MUSIC  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DIGITAL EX  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
ON  
OFF  
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MAIN MENU  
Selecting SETUP INPUTS prompts the selection of the  
desired input (for example, DVD1). Selecting an input  
opens the corresponding INPUT SETUP menu shown  
below. The parameters on the left side of the INPUT SETUP  
menus are identical regardless of which input is selected.  
The parameter settings on the right side are adjustable.  
Default parameter settings differ from input to input. The  
INPUT SETUP menus shown below indicate default  
parameter settings for each input.  
SETUP  
INPUT SETUP  
INPUT SETUP  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
LOCK OPTIONS  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
LD INPUT SETUP  
SAT INPUT SETUP  
CD INPUT SETUP  
GAME INPUT SETUP  
TUNER INPUT SETUP  
NAME  
DVD1  
1
NAME  
LD  
NAME  
SAT  
3
OPTICAL-2  
ANALOG-3  
+0dB  
NAME  
CD  
NONE  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN COMPOSITE-1  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
GAME  
5
HDMI  
NAME  
TUNER  
6
HDMI  
HDMI IN  
HDMI IN  
NONE  
COAX-1  
ANALOG-1  
+0dB  
HDMI IN  
HDMI IN  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
COAX-2  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
NONE  
ANALOG-6  
+0dB  
ANALOG-8  
+0dB  
+0dB  
S-VIDEO-1  
NONE  
4
TV  
TV  
FILM  
FILM  
NONE  
NONE  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
FILM  
NONE  
NONE  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
VIDEO  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
1
FILM  
FILM  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
D
5.1  
D
5.1  
D
5.1  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
D
5.1  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
5.1mc 5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
DMIX  
DMIX  
ANLG  
ANLG  
DMIX  
DMIX  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DMIX  
DMIX  
DMIX  
DMIX  
VCR INPUT SETUP  
DVD2 INPUT SETUP  
TV INPUT SETUP  
PVR INPUT SETUP  
TAPE INPUT SETUP  
AUX INPUT SETUP  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
VCR  
NONE  
NONE  
NAME  
DVD2  
2
NAME  
TV  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
PVR  
4
HDMI  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
TAPE  
NONE  
NONE  
NAME  
AUX  
HDMI IN  
HDMI IN  
NONE  
HDMI IN  
NONE  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
2
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
OPTICAL-1  
ANALOG-2  
+0dB  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN COMPOSITE-2  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
OPTICAL-3  
ANALOG-4  
ANALOG-5  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
ANALOG-1  
NONE  
+0dB  
+0dB  
S-VIDEO-3  
VIDEO  
+0dB  
NONE  
NONE  
S-VIDEO-2  
3
TV  
TV  
FILM  
FILM  
1
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
TV  
PRO LOGIC  
MUSIC  
D
5.1  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
D
5.1  
D
5.1  
TV  
FILM  
FILM  
D
5.1  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
D
5.1  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
FILM  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
FILM  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
5.1mc 5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
5.1mc  
ANLG  
ANLG  
DMIX  
DMIX  
ANLG  
ANLG  
DMIX  
DMIX  
ANLG  
ANLG  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
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DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
INPUT SETUP  
Selecting an INPUT SETUP menu item opens the  
corresponding menu shown below. These menus  
are identical regardless of which input is selected.  
The MAIN ADV and RECORD ADV menus shown  
on the next page indicate factory-default parame-  
ter settings for each input.  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DVD1  
1
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
S-VIDEO-1  
1
LOCK OPTIONS  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
D
5.1  
AUTO  
OFF  
DIGITAL  
ANLG  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
FILM  
DMIX  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
AUTO  
DMIX  
DMIX  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
DVD1  
D MODE  
DVD1 ANLG IN LVL  
5.1 FILM  
5.1 TV  
5.1 MUSIC  
DVD1 DIGITAL IN  
DVD1 MAIN ADV  
AUTO  
MANUAL  
OFF  
+0.dB  
HDMI AUDIO  
COAX-1  
DIGITAL  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
DVD1 2-CH MODE  
DVD1 INPUT NAME  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
COAX-2  
DIGITAL  
EDIT INPUT NAME  
RESTORE DEFAULT NAME  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
COAX-3  
+0.0dB  
AUTO GAIN  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
COAX-4  
L
R
dB  
ON  
ON  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
COAX-5  
PRESS MENU TO  
RESTORE INPUT NAME  
COAX-  
6
FORMAT DETECT NORMAL  
OPTICAL-1  
USE LAST  
-45  
OPTICAL-2  
NORMAL  
FAST  
PLII MUSIC  
OPTICAL-3  
EDIT INPUT NAME  
DVD1  
PL +  
DVD1  
MODE  
FILM  
-18 to +12dB  
OPTICAL-4  
OPTICAL-5  
OPTICAL-6  
AES/EBU  
NONE  
PRO LOGIC  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
ON  
OFF  
MUSIC  
BUTTONS TO EDIT  
UP TO 8 CHARACTERS  
BUTTON TO ADVANCE  
ON  
OFF  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
DVD1 RECORD ADV  
2-CHAN  
USE LAST  
DVD1 VIDEO IN  
DVD1 ANALOG IN  
+0dB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DVD1 DIGITAL IN  
COMPOSITE-1  
COMPOSITE-2  
S-VIDEO-1  
S-VIDEO-2  
S-VIDEO-3  
NONE  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
ANALOG-1  
ANALOG-2  
ANALOG-3  
ANALOG-4  
ANALOG-5  
ANALOG-6  
ANALOG-7 5.1 ANLG (6-8)  
ANALOG-8  
NONE  
DVD1 HDMI IN  
DVD1 5.1mc MODE  
HDMI-1  
ENABLED  
RECORD  
5.1mc FILM  
5.1mc MUSIC  
5.1mc  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
USE LAST  
HDMI-2  
HDMI-3  
USE LAST  
BLOCKED  
ENABLED  
HDMI-4  
HDMI-5  
HDMI-6  
INPUT  
96kHz  
DVD1 COMPONENT IN  
NONE  
COMPONENT-1  
COMPONENT-2  
COMPONENT-3  
COMPONENT-4  
VIDEO  
OPTICAL-3  
OPTICAL-4  
OPTICAL-5  
OPTICAL-6  
AES/EBU  
88.2kHz  
48kHz  
44.1kHz  
-18 to +12dB  
NONE  
NONE  
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MENU TREE (continued)  
MAIN MENU  
DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
SETUP  
The MAIN ADV menus indicate factory-default  
parameter settings for each input.  
INPUT SETUP  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN HDMI AUDIO  
DVD1  
HDMI  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
NONE  
0dB  
S-VIDEO-1  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
1
LOCK OPTIONS  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
D
5.1  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
FILM  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
DMIX  
DMIX  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
DVD1 MAIN ADV  
DVD2 MAIN ADV  
LD MAIN ADV  
TV MAIN ADV  
SAT MAIN ADV  
VCR MAIN ADV  
DIGITAL  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
DIGITAL  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
AUTO  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
ON  
ON  
AUTO  
AUTO  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ANALOG  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
FAST  
FAST  
FAST  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
CD MAIN ADV  
PVR MAIN ADV  
GAME MAIN ADV  
TAPE MAIN ADV  
TUNER MAIN ADV  
AUX MAIN ADV  
DIGITAL  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
AUTO  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
ON  
ON  
AUTO  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ANALOG  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
ANALOG  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
DIGITAL  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
ON  
NORMAL  
FAST  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
NORMAL  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
FORMAT DETECT  
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DVD1 INPUT SETUP  
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
The RECORD ADV menus indicate factory-default  
parameter settings for each input.  
INPUT SETUP  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DVD1  
1
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
HDMI  
NONE  
+0dB  
NONE  
1
LOCK OPTIONS  
FILM  
D
5.1  
FILM  
FILM  
FILM  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
ZONE2 IN  
DMIX  
DMIX  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
DVD1 RECORD ADV  
DVD2 RECORD ADV  
LD RECORD ADV  
TV RECORD ADV  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
ENABLED  
ENABLED  
RECORD  
ENABLED  
ENABLED  
SAT RECORD ADV  
VCR RECORD ADV  
CD RECORD ADV  
PVR RECORD ADV  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ENABLED  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ENABLED  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
CD MAIN ADV  
BLOCKED  
RECORD  
RECORD  
BLOCKED  
RECORD  
DIGITAL  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO OSD 4:3  
COMPONENT OSD  
GAME RECORD ADV  
TAPE RECORD ADV  
TUNER RECORD ADV  
AUX RECORD ADV  
OFF  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
+OdB  
OFF  
44.1kHz  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
ENABLED  
BLOCKED  
ENABLED  
ENABLED  
RECORD  
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MENU TREE (continued)  
S
P
E
A
K
ER  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SE  
SPEAKER DISTANCE  
LEVELS CALIBRATIO  
S
E
T
U
P
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
UP
RR
80Hz  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
T
S
N  
R
SR  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
80Hz  
80Hz  
C
80Hz  
M
SUB  
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP  
REAR SPEAKERS  
CUSTOM SETUP  
REAR L/R  
ULTRA2 SUB  
BGC  
80 Hz  
OFF  
N/A  
80Hz  
NONE  
FRONT L/R  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
SUB XOVER  
LFE  
80 Hz  
PRESSING THE RIGHT  
BUTTON WILL  
AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE  
80 Hz  
80 Hz  
80 Hz  
MONO  
80 Hz  
OFF  
ASA  
APART  
SUB LR  
MONO  
THE OUTPUTS TO A  
ON  
OFF  
SUB XOVER THX 80Hz  
ON  
OFF  
SYNTHESIS  
7CH SPEAKER  
CONFIGURATION  
LFE  
OFF  
ULTRA2 SUB OFF  
N/A  
APART  
CLOSE  
TOGETHER  
ULTRA2 SUB OFF  
BGC  
APART  
CLOSE  
TOGETHER  
BGC  
ASA  
N/A  
APART  
APART  
FRONT L/R SPEAKERS  
CENTER SPEAKERS  
SIDE L/R SPEAKERS  
REAR  
FULL  
SUBWOOFERS L/R  
SUB XOVER  
L/R SPEAKERS  
FULL  
FULL  
FULL  
MONO  
FULL  
30Hz  
FULL + SUB  
FULL + SUB  
FULL + SUB  
FULL + SUB  
STEREO  
30Hz  
40Hz  
30Hz  
30Hz  
30Hz  
NONE  
40Hz  
50Hz  
40Hz  
40Hz  
40Hz  
50Hz  
60Hz  
50Hz  
50Hz  
50Hz  
60Hz  
70Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
70Hz  
80Hz  
70Hz  
70Hz  
70Hz  
80Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
80Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
NONE  
80Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
NONE  
80Hz  
THX 80Hz  
90Hz  
100Hz  
110Hz  
120Hz  
NONE  
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ER  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
S
P
E
A
K
S
E
T
U
P
MAIN MENU  
SETUP  
CUSTOM SETUP  
INTERNALNOISETEST  
DACS CALIBRATION  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
INPUTS  
SPEAKERS  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
DISPLAYS  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
SY SI 
E  
N
A  
T
K
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C
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UP  
SP TANCE 
D
I
S
LEVELS CALIBRATIO  
N
RR
80Hz  
VOLUME CONTROLS  
TRIGGERS  
LOCK OPTIONS  
R
SR  
R
C
SR RR  
80Hz  
60Hz  
80Hz  
40Hz  
C
80Hz  
M
SUB  
M
SUB  
L
SL  
RL  
80Hz  
L
SL RL  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS  
DACS CALIBRATION  
INTERNAL NOISE  
!CAUTION!  
HIGH AUDIO LEVELS  
CAL NOISE  
L/R LIMITER  
ON  
OFF  
FRONT LEFT  
CENTER  
+0.0dB  
SPEAKER DISTANCES  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
N/A  
FRONT LEFT  
CENTER  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
0.0ft  
N/A  
L/R LIMIT ADJ  
LFE LIMITER’  
LFE LIMIT ADJ  
100dB  
FRONT RIGHT  
SIDE RIGHT  
REAR RIGHT  
REAR LEFT  
SIDE LEFT  
SUB (MONO)  
SUB RIGHT  
LFE  
OFF  
FRONT RIGHT  
SIDE RIGHT  
REAR RIGHT  
REAR LEFT  
SIDE LEFT  
SUB (MONO)  
SUB RIGHT  
LFE  
100dB  
!CAUTION!  
HIGH AUDIO LEVELS  
SPEAKER DISTANCES  
LEVELS CALIBRATION  
N/A  
N/A  
75 to 120dB  
-18 to 12dB  
UNITS  
FEET  
0.0 to 30.0ft or 12.0m  
METERS  
FEET  
ON  
OFF  
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MAIN MENU  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
BASS  
TREBLE  
TILT EQ  
LOUDNESS  
BALANCE  
FADER  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
ON  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
<I>  
<I>  
ZONE2 BALANCE  
RECORD BALANCE  
<I>  
<I>  
L<  
<l>  
>R  
B<  
<l>  
>F  
ON  
OFF  
-3.0 to +3.0dB  
-6.0 to +6.0dB  
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MENU TREE (continued)  
MODE ADJUST  
FILM  
+
MAIN MENU  
FILM  
PLIIx +  
CATHEDRAL  
MODE ADJUST  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
SETUP  
RE-EQUALIZER  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
AUTO AZIMUTH  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
ON  
CENTER DEPTH  
SPEECH DETECT  
SIZE  
MID RT  
BASS RT  
PRE-DELAY  
ROLLOFF  
EFFECT LVL  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
12  
ON  
30m  
3.72s  
4.47s  
23ms  
3.1kHz  
-8dB  
RE-EQUALIZER  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
TV  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
PLIIx +  
PLIIx MOV  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
ON  
REAR  
OFF  
CIN  
PLIIx MOV  
OFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM  
MUSIC  
PLIIx MUS  
PRO LOGIC  
+
Selecting  
a
listening mode  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
PANORAMA  
CTR WIDTH  
DIMENSION  
SURROUND DLY  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OFF  
3
NEUTRAL  
opens the corresponding lis-  
tening mode menu (pages A-  
14 to A-16). The parameters  
on the left side of the listening  
mode menus differ from mode  
to mode. The parameter set-  
tings on the right side are  
adjustable. The listening mode  
menus shown here indicate  
factory-default parameter set-  
tings for each listening mode.  
Listening mode menu param-  
eter drop-down menus are  
shown on pages A-16 to A-17.  
TV  
PANORAMA  
EFFECT LVL  
BASS CONTENT STEREO  
LOW FREQ WIDTH +0  
SURR ROLLOFF 3.1kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
INPUT BALANCE  
CALIBRATION  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
CIN  
MUSIC  
AUTO AZIMUTH  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
ON  
+4dB  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
5.1 FILM  
5.1 TV  
10ms  
NIGHTCLUB  
FILM  
OFF  
REAR  
OFF  
CENTER DEPTH  
SPEECH DETECT  
SIZE  
LIVENESS  
PRE-DELAY  
11  
ON  
5m  
PLII +  
<l>  
196ms  
5ms  
9.0kHz  
+3dB  
OFF  
RE-EQUALIZER  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
ROLLOFF  
EFFECT LVL  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM  
PARTY  
PLII MOVIE  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
5.1 MUSIC  
*
MUSIC  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
CONCERT HALL  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING MUSIC  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
MUSIC  
CENTER DEPTH  
SPEECH DETECT  
SIZE  
LIVENESS  
PRE-DELAY  
12  
ON  
20m  
1.72ms  
OFF  
2.4kHz  
-2dB  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DIGITAL*  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
FILM*  
2-CHANNEL  
PLII MUSIC  
NEUTRAL  
+0dB  
OFF  
OFF  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
PANORAMA  
CTR WIDTH  
DIMENSION  
SURROUND DLY  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OFF  
3
NEUTRAL  
10ms  
ROLLOFF  
MONO LOGIC  
EFFECT LVL  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
EFFECT LVL  
-9dB  
ON  
3.1kHz  
CUSTOM  
MUSIC*  
*
ACADMY FILTER  
SURR ROLLOFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
PL +  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
CHURCH  
*
RE-EQUALIZER  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING MSURR  
SOUND STAGE NEUTRAL  
5 SPKR ENHANCE OFF  
2-CHAN*  
5.1mc FILM  
5.1mc MUSIC  
CENTER DEPTH  
SPEECH DETECT  
SIZE  
5
ON  
20m  
1.56s  
1.87s  
24ms  
2.4kHz  
-3dB  
MONO SURROUND  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
*
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
MID RT  
BASS ENHANCE  
OFF  
MUSIC  
PRO LOGIC  
BASS RT  
PRE-DELAY  
ROLLOFF  
EFFECT LVL  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1a BYPASS  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
MONO  
2CH BYPASS  
CUSTOM  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
+0dB  
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5.1 MONO LOGIC  
MUSIC  
EFFECT LVL  
ACADEMY FILTER  
SURR ROLLOFF 3.1kHz  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
-9dB  
ON  
5.1 FILM  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
5.1mc  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SURROUND EX  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
AUTO  
OFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
REAR  
OFF  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SURROUND EX  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
OFF  
5.1 MONO SURR  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
AUTO  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
DECODING  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
MUSIC  
5.1mc  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
MUSIC  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
+0.0dB  
5.1 MONO  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
+0dB  
2-CHAN  
CENTER MIX  
SURROUND MIX  
+0dB  
+0dB  
FILM  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
5.1mc STANDARD  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 TV  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
MASTER LEVEL  
LFE MIX  
DECODING  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
+0dB  
+0.0dB  
AUTO  
ON  
REAR  
OFF  
EX DECODING  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
FILM  
OFF  
REAR  
OFF  
+0dB  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
OFF  
CENTER MIX  
SURROUND MIX  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0  
MASTER LEVEL  
LFE MIX  
+0dB  
+0dB  
OFF  
5.1mc FILM  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
AUTO  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
+0dB  
+0.0dB  
+0dB  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
DECODING  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
EX DECODING  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
ON  
REAR  
OFF  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OFF  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
MUSIC  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING MUSIC  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE NEUTRAL  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
5.1a BYPASS  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
5.1 MUSIC  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING MUSIC  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SOUND STAGE NEUTRAL  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
DIGITAL  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
+0.0dB  
OFF  
EX DECODING  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
OFF  
2CH BYPASS  
OFF  
OFF  
NO PARAMETERS  
OFF  
OFF  
5.1mc MUSIC  
VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB  
FRONT STEERING MUSIC  
LFE MIX  
+0.0dB  
AUTO  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
RE-EQUALIZER  
OFF  
DECODING  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
CENTER MIX  
SURROUND MIX  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0  
MASTER LEVEL  
COMPRESSION  
LFE MIX  
SUB L/R LVL  
CUSTOM  
+0dB  
+0dB  
SOUND STAGE NEUTRAL  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS ENHANCE  
OFF  
OFF  
+0dB  
OFF  
+0.0dB  
SURR ROLLOFF 15.3kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
RE-EQUALIZER  
LFE MIX  
DECODING  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
ON  
+0.0dB  
AUTO  
LFE MIX  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
+0.0dB  
+0dB  
A-15  
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MENU TREE (continued)  
Selecting the listening mode menu CALIBRATION, OUTPUT LEVELS, or CUSTOM option opens the corresponding menu path shown below. The CALIBRATION option is available  
for the PANORAMA listening mode. The OUTPUT LEVELS and CUSTOM options are available for most listening modes. These menus are identical regardless of which listening  
mode is selected. Listening mode menu parameter drop-down menus are shown below and on the next page.  
MONO LOGIC  
EFFECT LVL  
ACADMY FILTER  
SURR ROLLOFF 3.1kHz  
OUTPUT LEVELS 3.1kHz  
CUSTOM  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
MONO LOGIC  
EFFECT LVL  
ACADMY FILTER  
SURR ROLLOFF  
OUTPUT LEVELS 3.1kHz  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM  
CUSTOM VS PRESET  
RESET MODE  
PANORAMA CALIBRATION  
PANORAMA  
EFFECT LVL  
BASS CONTENT STEREO  
LOW FREQ WIDTH +0  
SURR ROLLOFF 3.1kHz  
REAR DLY OFFSET 15ms  
INPUT BALANCE  
CALIBRATION  
OUTPUT LEVELS  
CUSTOM  
-9dB  
ON  
+0  
SOURCE LEFT & RIGHT  
SPEAKER ANGLE 30deg  
-9dB  
ON  
CENTER  
SIDE L/R  
REAR L/R  
SUB L/R  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+0dB  
+4dB  
LISTENER POS  
+0  
NOTE:  
ENSURE THAT  
“SPEAKER SETUP” HAS  
BEEN PERFORMED  
<I>  
PROPERLY  
Selecting a listening mode menu parameter opens the corresponding parameter drop-down menu shown below and on the next page. These drop-down menus are identical  
regardless of which listening mode is selected. However, certain parameter ranges differ from listening mode to listening mode.  
5 SPKR ENHANCE  
BASS CONTENT  
CENTER  
OFF, -30 to +12dB  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES  
-127 to +127  
CUSTOM VS PRESET  
DECODING  
ON  
OFF  
BINAURL  
MONO  
PRESET  
CUSTOM  
AUTO  
ON  
STEREO  
OFF  
ACADEMY FILTER  
BASS ENHANCE  
CENTER DEPTH  
COMPRESSION  
DIMENSION  
EX DECODING  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
AUTO  
ON  
OFF  
FRONT  
NEUTRAL  
REAR  
AUTO  
ON  
OFF  
0 to 18  
AUTO AZIMUTH  
BASS RT  
CENTER MIX  
CTR WIDTH  
EFFECT LVL  
FRONT STEERING  
-12 to +6dB  
ON  
OFF  
5ms to 48.6s  
-25 to +5dB  
OFF  
MIN,1 to 6, MAX  
MSURR  
MUSIC  
FILM  
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INPUT BALANCE  
MASTER LEVEL  
-5 to +5dB  
REAR DLY OFFSET  
OFF, 1 to 30ms  
SIZE  
SPEECH DETECT  
SURROUND DLY  
0 to 15ms  
4 to 20 or 30ms  
ON  
OFF  
L<  
<l>  
>R  
LFE MIX  
MID RT  
REAR L/R  
OFF, -30 to 12dB  
SOUND STAGE  
SUB L/R  
SURROUND EX  
OFF, -30 to 12dB  
FRONT  
NEUTRAL  
REAR  
AUTO  
ON  
OFF  
-20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB  
24ms to 24.3s  
CENTER MIX  
PANORAMA  
ON  
RESET MODE  
SOURCE  
SUB L/R LVL  
OFF, -30 to 12dB  
SURROUND MIX  
PRESS RIGHT  
TO RESTORE MODE  
-127  
+0  
+127  
RIGHT  
LEFT & RIGHT  
LEFT  
+5 to +5dB  
OFF  
LIVENESS  
PRE-DELAY  
OFF, 1 to 100ms  
ROLLOFF  
SPEAKER ANGLE  
SURROUND ROLLOFF  
VOCAL ENHANCE  
30ms to 20.2s  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF  
+6.0dB  
+3.0dB  
+0.0dB  
10 to 90deg  
LOW FREQ WIDTH  
-25 to +25  
RE-EQUALIZER  
SIDE L/R  
OFF, -30 to 12dB  
ON  
OFF  
A-17  
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MENU TREE (continued)  
Refer to the Restoring Factory-Default Settings section that begins on page 6-5 for more information.  
FACTORY SETTINGS  
FACTORY SETTINGS  
EXIT  
HAVE BEEN RESTORED  
PRESS ANY KEY  
TO RESTART  
RESTORE DEFAULTS  
Refer to the Status Menus section that begins on page 1-21 for more information.  
2CH STATUS  
S
D STATUS  
INPUT  
MODE  
CHANNELS  
BIT RATE  
>
D STATUS  
S
S
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
SAMPLE RATE  
SAMPLE RATE  
2.0 ENCODING  
DIALOG OFFSET  
MIX ROOM  
CENTER MIX LVL  
SURR MIX LVL  
EX ENCODED  
dB  
L
R
L
C
R
SL  
SR  
LFE  
dB  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
-45  
-45  
DIGITAL STATUS  
S
S
2CH BYPASS STATUS  
>
S
S
STATUS  
WORD LENGTH  
SAMPLE RATE  
S
S
STATUS  
INPUT  
MODE  
CHANNELS  
BIT RATE  
5.1mc STATUS  
5.1a BYPASS STATUS  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
SAMPLE RATE  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
SAMPLE RATE  
INPUT  
MODE  
INPUT TYPE  
ENCODING  
dB  
L
C
R
SL  
LFE  
SR  
dB  
L
C
R
SL  
LFE  
SR  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
-45  
-45  
2CH STATUS  
S
HDMI STATUS  
>
S
INPUT  
MODE  
HDMI CONNECTOR  
VID FMT  
INPUT TYPE  
SAMPLE RATE  
VERT RATE  
AUD IN  
AUDIO FMT  
CHANNELS  
SAMPLE RATE  
HDCP STATUS  
L
R
dB  
0
-6  
-15  
-30  
-45  
A-18  
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INSTALLATION WORKSHEET  
INPUT SETUP  
DVD1 DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME TAPE TUNER AUX  
NAME  
HDMI IN  
DIGITAL IN  
ANALOG IN  
ANLG IN LVL  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CH  
D
5.1mc  
MAIN ADVANCED  
INPUT SELECT  
ANALOG BYPASS  
S-VIDEO 16:9  
S-VIDEO 4:3 OSD  
COMPONENT OSD  
HDMI OSD  
FORMAT DETECT  
ZONE2 IN  
RECORD IN  
RECORD ADVANCED  
ANLG IN LVL  
DIGITAL BYPASS  
DIG OUT RATE  
RECORD  
A-19  
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INSTALLATION WORKSHEET (continued)  
REAR PANEL CONFIG  
Circle one:  
SPEAKER SETUP  
CUSTOM SETUP  
SYNTHESIS 7 CH SETUP  
8 STEREO INPUTS  
5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG  
FRONT LEFT/RIGHT  
CENTER  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
80Hz  
VOLUME CONTROL SETUP  
MAIN PWR ON  
SIDE LEFT/RIGHT  
REAR LEFT/RIGHT  
MUTE LEVEL  
ZONE PWR ON  
SUB LEFT/RIGHT  
MONO  
REC PWR ON  
SUB XOVER  
LFE  
80Hz  
OFF  
MAX VOLUME  
LOCK OPTIONS  
ULTRA2SUB  
BGC  
MODES  
AUDIO CONTROL  
SETUP  
ASA  
OUTPUT LEVEL  
DISTANCE  
FRONT LEFT  
CENTER  
FRONT RIGHT  
SIDE RIGHT  
REAR RIGHT  
REAR LEFT  
SIDE LEFT  
SUB LEFT  
SUB RIGHT  
LFE  
SETTING  
BASS PEAK LIMITER:  
CAL NOISE  
L/R LIMITER  
L/R LIMIT ADJ  
LFE LIMITER  
LFE LIMIT ADJ  
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DISPLAY SETUP  
TRIGGER 1 SETUP  
TRIGGER 2 SETUP  
Circle all parameters set to ON.  
Circle all parameters set to ON.  
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY  
STATUS  
REMOTE ONLY  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
ZONE2 INPUTS  
RECORD INPUTS  
FILM  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
5.1  
5.1  
5.1  
REMOTE ONLY  
DVD1  
DVD2  
LD  
TV  
SAT  
VCR  
CD  
PVR  
GAME  
TAPE  
TUNER  
AUX  
ZONE2 INPUTS  
RECORD INPUTS  
FILM  
PARTY  
2-CHANNEL  
MONO LOGIC  
MONO SURROUND  
MONO  
POSITION  
FORMAT  
5.1  
5.1  
5.1  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
FILM  
TV  
MUSIC  
BACKGROUND  
REMOTE STATE  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
STATUS  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DIGITAL EX  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
5.1 PLIIx MOV  
5.1 PLIIx MUS  
DIGITAL EX  
5.1 2-CHANNEL  
5.1 MONO LOGIC  
5.1 MONO SURR  
5.1 MONO  
BRIGHTNESS  
A/V SYNC DELAY  
CUSTOM NAME  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME  
AUDIO CONTROLS  
BASS  
TV  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
PLIIx +  
PLIIx MOV  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
PRO LOGIC  
+
TV  
MUSIC  
MUSIC SURR  
PLIIx +  
PLIIx MOV  
PLIIx MUS  
PLII +  
PLII MOVIE  
PLII MUSIC  
PL +  
PRO LOGIC  
+
FILM  
MUSIC  
FILM  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
TREBLE  
2-CHAN  
2-CHAN  
TILT EQ  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
FILM  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1a BYPASS  
FILM  
LOUDNESS  
MUSIC  
SurEX  
MUSIC  
MUSIC  
SurEX  
MUSIC  
BALANCE  
FADER  
5.1mc STANDARD  
5.1mc 2-CHAN  
5.1a BYPASS  
CIN  
MUSIC  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
CIN  
MUSIC  
NIGHTCLUB  
CONCERT HALL  
CHURCH  
CATHEDRAL  
PANORAMA  
ZONE2 BALANCE  
RECORD BALANCE  
2CH BYPASS  
2CH BYPASS  
A-21  
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THX SurEX listening mode, 5-295-30  
THX UL2Cin listening mode, 5-295-30  
7/5 button, 2-14, 3-20, 3-38  
calibration noise signal (CAL NOISE), 3-46  
in panorama mode (BASS CONTENT), 5-13, 5-35  
limiting L/R bass output, 3-453-46  
limiting LFE bass output, 3-453-47  
low-frequency boost (LOUDNESS), 4-2, 4-6  
PANORAMA low-frequency correction (LOW  
FREQ WIDTH), 5-39  
Symbols  
"PANORAMA", 5-12, 5-35  
8 STEREO INPUTS option, 3-47  
Numerics  
A
2.0 ENCODING parameter, 2-26  
2CH  
panorama low-frequency correction (LOW FREQ  
WIDTH), 5-13  
speaker setup, 3-273-37  
stereo bass in L7 modes (BASS ENHANCE), 5-35  
THX boundary gain compensation (BGC), 3-31,  
3-37  
AC input connector, 2-7  
2CH button, 2-14  
ACADEMY FILTER parameter, 5-35  
access panel, removable, 2-7  
advanced speaker array, 3-37  
analog audio input connectors, 2-8  
ANALOG BYPASS parameter, 3-20  
ANALOG IN menu, 3-10  
anamorphic trigger signals, 3-20  
ANLG IN LVL parameter, 3-11  
arrow buttons, 2-14  
2CH BYPASS listening mode, 5-33  
2CH BYPASS STATUS menu, 2-25  
2-CH parameter, 3-14, 3-17  
2CH STATUS menu, 2-22  
TILT EQ audio control, 4-5  
2-CHANNEL listening mode, 5-15  
2-channel mode family, 5-4  
5 SPKR ENHANCE parameter, 5-35  
5.1  
BIT RATE encoding parameter, 2-26  
C
2-CHANNEL listening mode, 5-22  
ANALOG STATUS menu, 2-24  
Dolby Digital mode family, 5-4  
L7 FILM listening mode, 5-4, 5-16  
L7 MUSIC listening mode, 5-4, 5-17  
L7 TV listening mode, 5-4, 5-17  
MONO listening mode, 5-23  
MONO LOGIC listening mode, 5-23  
MONO SURR listening mode, 5-23  
5.1mc  
aspect ratio, 3-22  
AUD IN status parameter, 2-26  
AUDIO CNTRL parameter, 3-59  
AUDIO CONTROLS menu, 4-2  
audio input connectors, 2-6  
audio output connectors, 2-62-8  
AUTO AZIMUTH parameter, 5-35  
AUTO GAIN parameter, 3-12  
A/V SYNC DELAY parameter, 3-49  
calibration  
calibration noise signal (CAL NOISE), 3-46  
manual, 3-40–3-47  
panorama CALIBRATION parameter, 5-13, 5-35  
speaker calibration parameters, 3-39  
CATHEDRAL listening mode, 5-12  
CENTER audio output parameter, 5-36  
CENTER crossover setup parameter, 3-31, 3-33  
CENTER DEPTH parameter, 5-36  
CENTER MIX LVL parameter, 2-26  
CENTER MIX parameter, 5-36  
CHANNELS parameter, 2-26  
CHURCH listening mode, 5-12  
CNTR DLY SAMPLES parameter, 5-36  
COMPONENT IN  
2-CHANNEL listening mode, 5-32  
5.1mc mode family, 5-4  
B
BYPASS STATUS menu, 2-24  
L7 FILM listening mode, 5-4, 5-28  
L7 MUSIC listening mode, 5-4, 5-29  
selection parameter, 3-14, 3-18  
STANDARD listening mode, 5-31  
THX listening mode, 5-4, 5-295-30  
THX MUSIC listening mode, 5-31  
BACKGROUND display parameter, 3-52  
BALANCE audio control parameter, 4-7  
bass management  
5.1mc STANDARD listening mode, 5-31  
BASS audio control, 4-3  
BASS PEAK LIMITERS menu, 3-453-47  
BASS RT parameter, 5-35  
menu, 3-13  
parameter, 3-7  
COMPRESSION parameter, 5-36  
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CONCERT HALL listening mode, 5-11  
crossover  
EX DECODING parameter, 5-21, 5-37  
EX ENCODING status menu parameter, 2-26  
overview, 2-2–2-4  
volume knob, 2-3  
high-pass filter, 3-29  
DTS  
FRONT STEERING parameter, 5-38  
low-pass filter, 3-29  
DTS 2-CHAN listening mode, 5-28  
DTS listening mode, 5-27  
DTS Neo:6 CIN listening mode, 5-4, 5-10  
DTS Neo:6 MUSIC listening mode, 5-10, 5-14  
DTS STATUS menu, 2-23  
DTS THX MUSIC listening mode, 5-27  
DTS THX UL2 Cin listening mode, 5-26  
DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN listening mode, 5-28  
DTS(-ES) decoding, 5-24  
DTS(-ES) DISCR listening mode, 5-27  
DTS(-ES) L7 FILM listening mode, 5-4, 5-25  
DTS(-ES) L7 MUSIC listening mode, 5-4, 5-25  
DTS(-ES) listening mode, 3-14, 3-17, 5-4, 5-27  
DTS(-ES) mode family, 5-4  
setting crossover points, 3-37  
CTR WIDTH parameter, 5-36  
CUSTOM menu, 5-34, 5-36  
CUSTOM NAME parameter, 3-49  
CUSTOM VS PRESET option, 5-34, 5-36  
H
HDCP, 3-7  
HDMI  
about, 1-2  
assigning input connectors, 3-73-9  
downmixed audio, 3-26  
HDMI STATUS menu, 2-22  
input connector locations, 2-5  
output connector location, 2-5  
status menu, 2-20  
D
Declaration of Conformity, A-4  
DIALOG OFFSET parameter, 2-26  
DIG OUT RATE parameter, 3-26  
digital audio input connectors, 2-8  
DIGITAL BYPASS parameter, 3-25  
DIGITAL IN  
DTS(-ES) THX listening mode, 5-4, 5-26  
ES DECODING parameter, 5-24, 5-37  
ES ENCODING status menu parameter, 2-26  
I
menu, 3-9  
parameter, 3-21, 3-24  
input  
assigning connectors, 3-7  
changing names, 3-5  
configuring, 3-19  
connectors, 2-62-8  
INPUT BALANCE panorama parameter, 5-13, 5-38  
INPUT parameter, 2-27  
INPUT TYPE parameter, 2-27  
main zone, 3-2  
DIGITAL STATUS menu, 2-25  
DIMENSION parameter, 5-36  
display  
E
BRIGHTNESS parameter, 3-53  
front panel, 2-3  
SETUP menu, 3-2, 3-49  
EDIT CUSTOM NAME parameter, 3-50  
EFFECT LVL parameter, 5-11, 5-37  
Dolby  
Dolby Digital 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode, 5-4  
Dolby Digital 5.1 L7 MUSIC listening mode, 5-4  
Dolby Digital 5.1 L7 TV listening mode, 5-4  
Dolby Digital 5.1 PLII MOV listening modes, 5-4  
Dolby Digital 5.1 THX listening modes, 5-4  
Dolby Digital EX listening mode, 5-21  
Dolby Digital listening mode, 3-14, 3-17, 5-21  
Dolby Digital STATUS menu, 2-23  
Dolby PLII + THX listening mode, 5-75-8  
Dolby PLII MOVIE listening mode, 5-4, 5-7  
Dolby PLII MUSIC listening mode, 5-8  
Dolby PLIIx + THX listening mode, 5-7  
Dolby PLIIx MOV listening mode, 5-4, 5-7, 5-20  
Dolby PLIIx MUS listening mode, 5-8, 5-20  
Dolby PRO LOGIC listening mode, 5-9  
F
record zone, 3-2  
factory-default settings, restoring, 6-5  
FADER parameter, 4-2, 4-7  
FORMAT DETECT parameter, 3-22  
FORMAT parameter, 3-52  
FRONT L/R crossover setup parameter, 3-313-32  
front panel  
restoring default names, 3-6  
SELECT parameter, 3-203-21  
selection buttons, 2-4  
SETUP menu, 3-2, 3-4  
INPUT SELECT parameter, 3-21  
installation  
considerations, 1-5  
worksheet, A-19A-21  
internal noise test, 3-43  
display, 2-3  
display BRIGHTNESS parameter, 3-53  
DISPLAY menu, 3-53  
DISPLAY parameter, 3-49  
IR receiver LEDs, 2-3  
mode scroll buttons, 2-4  
Mute button, 2-4  
L
L/R LIMIT ADJ parameter, 3-453-46  
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L/R LIMITER parameter, 3-453-46  
level meters, 3-12  
LEVELS CALIBRATION menu, 3-42  
LFE  
advanced menu, 3-19  
connectors, 2-8  
input selection buttons, 2-4  
Off button, 2-4  
BACKGROUND parameter, 3-22  
COMPONENT OSD parameter, 3-22  
menu, 3-51  
MUTE ON message, 2-4  
OSD button. See remote control, 2-13  
output connectors, 2-62-8  
output levels  
LFE MIX parameter, 5-38  
preferred modes, 5-3  
LFE parameter, 3-31, 3-35, 5-38  
LIMIT ADJ parameter, 3-45, 3-47  
LIMITER parameter, 3-453-46  
LFE MIX parameter, 5-275-30  
LISTENER POS panorama parameter, 5-13, 5-38  
listening modes  
maintenance, 6-4  
manual audio adjustments, 3-12  
manual calibration, 3-40, 3-47  
MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu, 3-40  
MASTER LEVEL parameter, 5-39  
MAX VOLUME parameter, 3-55  
menu  
bass peak limiters, 3-45  
manual calibration, 3-42  
menu, 5-33  
speaker calibration parameters, 3-39  
activating, 5-2  
descriptions, 5-5  
mode buttons, 5-4  
remote control MENU button, 2-14  
setup menu, 2-17  
P
parameter descriptions, 5-35  
preferred, 3-14  
tree, A-5–A-18  
microphone  
PANORAMA  
low-frequency correction (LOW FREQ WIDTH), 5-39  
panorama  
preferred modes, 5-3  
input connectors, 2-8  
placement, 3-39  
MID RT parameter, 5-12, 5-39  
mix parameters  
MIX ROOM, 2-27  
SURR MIX LVL, 2-27  
mode  
selecting a listening mode (MODE ADJUST), 5-2  
LIVENESS parameter, 5-39  
lock options  
menu, 3-3  
MODES parameter, 3-59  
Logic 7  
5.1mc L7 FILM listening mode, 5-4  
5.1mc L7 MUSIC listening mode, 5-4  
DTS(-ES) L7 FILM listening mode, 5-4  
DTS(-ES) L7 MUSIC listening mode, 5-4  
L7 FILM listening mode, 5-45-5  
L7 MUSIC listening mode, 5-4, 5-6  
L7 MUSIC SURR listening mode, 5-6  
L7 TV listening mode, 5-45-5  
remote control L7 button, 5-4  
simulated 7-chan playback (5 SPKR ENHANCE), 5-35  
LOUDNESS parameter, 4-2, 4-6  
LOW FREQ WIDTH parameter, 5-13, 5-39  
calibration, 5-13  
INPUT BALANCE parameter, 5-13, 5-38  
LISTENER POS panorama, 5-13, 5-38  
listening mode, 5-125-14  
low-frequency correction (LOW FREQ WIDTH), 5-13  
PANORAMA parameter, 5-39  
buttons, 2-13  
MODE parameter, 2-27  
scroll buttons, 2-4  
SOURCE parameter, 5-41  
SPEAKER ANGLE parameter, 5-13, 5-41  
parameters  
MONO listening mode, 5-16  
MONO LOGIC listening mode, 5-15  
MONO SURROUND listening mode, 5-16  
Music button, 2-15  
Mute button, 2-13  
MUTE LEVEL parameter, 3-54  
listening mode menu, 5-35  
program operation, 3-56  
STATUS menu, 2-26  
PLIIx MOV listening mode, 5-20  
POSITION parameter, 3-51  
power switch, 2-7  
PRE-DELAY parameter, 5-39  
preferred listening modes, selecting, 3-14  
program operation parameters, 3-56, 3-58  
N
NIGHTCLUB listening mode, 5-10  
M
R
MAIN ADVANCED parameter, 3-19  
MAIN PWR ON parameter, 3-54  
main zone  
O
REAR DLY OFFSET parameter, 5-40  
REAR L/R crossover setup parameter, 3-31, 3-34  
REAR L/R output level parameter, 5-40  
Off buttons, 2-4  
on-screen display  
about, 2-19  
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rear panel  
SURR ROLLOFF parameter, 5-41  
SURROUND DLY parameter, 5-41  
SURROUND EX parameter, 5-42  
SURROUND MIX parameter, 5-42  
S-VIDEO 16:9 parameter, 3-20  
S
CONFIG menu, 3-2  
safety instructions, 1-ii  
sample rate conversion, 3-25  
SAMPLE RATE parameter, 2-27  
SDP-40HD  
overview, 2-52-8  
RECORD ADVANCED menu, 3-25  
record zone  
about, 2-19  
about, 1-2  
front panel overview, 2-22-4  
highlights, 1-4  
ADVANCED menu, 3-25  
analog audio input levels, 3-25  
direct digital recording, 3-25  
feedback loops, 3-26  
input parameter, 3-233-24  
input selection buttons, 2-4  
Off button, 2-4  
output connectors, 2-7  
REC PWR ON parameter, 3-55  
RECORD BALANCE parameter, 4-7  
sample rates, 3-26  
T
THX  
product registration, 1-5  
rear panel overview, 2-52-8  
selecting preferred listening modes, 3-14  
setup  
5.1mc THX listening mode, 5-4, 5-295-30  
5.1mc THX MUSIC listening mode, 5-31  
5.1mc THX SurEX listening mode, 5-295-30  
5.1mc THX UL2Cin listening mode, 5-295-30  
boundary gain compensation (BGC), 3-31, 3-37  
Dolby Digital 5.1 THX listening modes, 5-4  
listening mode, 5-18  
menu, 2-17, 3-2  
SETUP parameter, 3-59  
SHAPE parameter, 5-40  
shift  
SPEAKER SETUP screen, 3-30  
SurEX listening mode, 5-18  
ULTRA2 listening mode, 5-18  
ULTRA2 SUB parameter, 3-31  
TILT EQ parameter, 4-2, 4-5  
TREBLE parameter, 4-2, 4-4  
trigger  
output connectors, 2-8  
SETUP menu, 3-2  
troubleshooting, 6-2  
two-line status  
command bank, 3-20  
SIDE L/R parameter, 3-31, 3-33, 5-40  
SIZE parameter, 5-40  
SOUND STAGE parameter, 5-40  
SOURCE parameter, 5-13, 5-41  
speaker  
RE-EQUALIZER parameter, 5-40  
remote control  
arrow buttons, 2-16  
back-light, 2-11  
battery installation & replacement, 1-6  
button descriptions,2-15  
Dolby button, 5-4  
DTS button, 5-4  
menu button, 2-16  
mode family selection buttons, 5-4  
MUSIC button, 5-4  
operation considerations, 2-9  
OSD button, 2-13  
calibration parameters, 3-39  
SETUP menu, 3-2  
setup parameters, 3-31  
SPEAKER ANGLE panorama parameter, 5-13, 5-41  
SPEECH DETECT parameter, 5-41  
SPREAD parameter, 5-41  
standby button, 2-3  
main zone, 2-19  
record zone, 2-20  
zone 2, 2-19  
STAT button, 2-14  
STATUS menu  
overview, 2-9  
TV button, 5-4  
descriptions, 2-22  
HDMI, 2-20  
parameter descriptions, 2-262-27  
STATUS parameter, 3-51, 3-53  
subwoofer  
REMOTE ONLY parameter, 3-56, 3-58  
REMOTE STATE parameter, 3-52  
removable access panel, 2-7  
RESET MODE parameter, 5-34, 5-40  
restoring factory-default settings, 6-5  
REVERB LVL parameter, 5-40  
ROLLOFF parameter, 5-11, 5-40  
routine maintenance, 6-4  
RS-232 connectors, 2-8  
V
VIDEO IN menu, 3-13  
video input connectors, 2-6  
video output connectors, 2-62-7  
VOCAL ENHANCE parameter, 5-42  
volume control  
LFE parameter, 3-35  
output level control, 5-41  
SUB L/R LVL parameter, 5-41  
SUB L/R parameter, 3-31, 3-35, 5-41  
SUB XOVER parameter, 3-35  
THX boundary gain compensation, 3-37  
knob, 2-3  
SETUP menu, 3-2  
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W
WORD LENGTH parameter, 2-27  
Z
zone 2  
input parameter, 3-233-24  
ZONE PWR ON parameter, 3-54  
ZONE2 BALANCE parameter, 4-2, 4-7  
ZONE2 IN parameter, 3-19  
zones  
about, 2-19  
input selection buttons, 2-4  
Off buttons, 2-4  
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SYNTHESIS LIMITED WARRANTY  
The JBL Synthesis products listed below are warranted  
for the period stated from the date of original purchase:  
This warranty covers only the actual defects within the  
product itself, and does not cover the costs of installation or  
removal from a fixed installation, normal set-up, or  
adjustments, claims based on any misrepresentation by the  
seller, or performance variations resulting from installation  
related circumstances such as program source quality or  
AC power.  
Although you must pay any shipping charges incurred in  
getting your JBL product to an Authorized Warranty Station  
or to the factory, we will pay return shipping charges within  
the United States if the repairs are covered by the warranty.  
Please be sure to save the original shipping cartons  
because a nominal charge will be made for additional  
cartons.  
Amplifiers, Equalizers, and Surround Sound Processors –  
two (2) year warranty.  
Who is protected by this warranty?  
Your JBL warranty protects the original owner and all  
subsequent owners, so long as the original bill of sale is  
presented when warranty service is requested.  
How to obtain warranty service  
Limitation on implied warranties  
If your JBL product ever needs service, we may direct you  
to an Authorized JBL Warranty Station, or ask you to send  
your unit to the factory for repair, in which case we’ll also  
supply a Service Return Authorization and complete  
shipping instructions. If the product was purchased in a  
country other than the USA, it is necessary to return the  
product to the distributor or selling location in the same  
country. Either way, you’ll need to present the original bill  
of sale to establish the date of purchase. Please do not  
ship your JBL product to the factory without our prior  
authorization. In the United States, please call 1-818-830-  
8757 for the location of the authorized warranty station  
nearest you.  
Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for  
particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this  
warranty, unless otherwise provided by state law.  
What is covered by the JBL warranty?  
Your JBL warranty covers all defects in the material and  
workmanship with the following specified exceptions:  
Exclusion of certain damages  
1. Damage caused by accident, unreasonable use,  
or neglect (including the lack of reasonable and  
necessary maintenance.  
JBLs liability is limited to the repair or replacement at our  
option, of any defective product and shall in no event include  
incidental or consequential commercial damages of any  
kind.  
2. Damage caused by improper installation or adjustment.  
3. Damage occurring during shipment (claims must be  
presented to the carrier).  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion of  
incidental or consequential damages, so they above  
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.  
4. Damage to or deterioration of any accessory or  
decorative surface.  
If service under this warranty is not necessary, but you have  
questions regarding the Installation or operation of this unit,  
please contact your authorized JBL dealer or call 1-818-  
830-8757 for further assistance.  
5. Damage resulting from failure to follow instructions  
contained in your user guide.  
6. Damage resulting from the performance of repairs by  
someone other than an authorized JBL warranty station  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may  
also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
7. Any JBL unit on which the serial number has been  
effaced, modified, or removed.  
Who pays for what?  
We sincerely thank you for your expression of confidence in  
JBL products. This equipment has been painstakingly  
assembled by highly trained craftspeople. It should give you  
many years of musical enjoyment.  
JBL will be happy to pay all labor and material expenses for  
all repairs covered by this warranty. If necessary repairs are  
not covered by this warranty or if a unit is examined which  
is not in need of repair, you will be charged for the repairs or  
the examination.  
8. Units which have been altered or modified in design,  
appearance, or construction.  
9. Products sold on an "as-is" or final sale basis.  
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