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Speaker Setup

Some of the settings in this section are set automatically by Audyssey 2EQ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup (➔ page 34).

Here you can check the settings made by Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function, or set them manually, which is useful if you change one of the connected speakers after using Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function.

Speaker Settings

If you change these settings, you must run Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup again (➔ page 34).

If you bi-amp the front speakers, you must change the

“Speakers Type (Front)” setting. For details on speaker wire connection, see “Bi-amping the Front Speakers”

(➔ page 14).

Note

•When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver is able to drive up to 5.1 speakers in the main room.

•Before you change these settings, turn down the volume.

■Speaker Impedance

(European, Australian and Asian models)

`4ohms:

Select if the impedance of any speaker is 4 ohms or more but less than 6.

`6ohms:

Select if the impedances of all speakers are between 6 and 16 ohms.

Note

•(North American and Taiwanese models) Speakers with an impedance of less than 6 ohms are not supported.

■Speakers Type (Front)

`Normal:

Select this if you’ve connected your front speakers normally.

`Bi-Amp:

Select this if you’ve bi-amped your front speakers.

■Powered Zone 2

`No

`Yes:

Zone 2 speakers can be used. (Powered Zone 2 enabled).

Note

•If the “Speakers Type (Front)” setting is set to “Bi-Amp”, Powered Zone 2 cannot be used.

•When the “Powered Zone 2” setting is set to “Yes” and Zone 2 is turned on, the surround back and front high speakers cannot be used.

Speaker Configuration

This setting is set automatically by Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup (➔ page 34).

With these settings, you can specify which speakers are connected and a crossover frequency for each speaker. Specify “Full Band” for speakers that can output low frequency bass sounds adequately, for example, speakers with a good sized woofer. For smaller speakers, specify a crossover frequency. Sounds below the crossover frequency will be output by the subwoofer instead of the speaker. Refer to your speaker’s manuals to determine the optimum crossover frequencies. If you set up your

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speakers using Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup, please make sure manually that any THX speakers are set to “80Hz(THX)” crossover.

■Subwoofer

`Yes

`No

■Front

`Full Band

`40Hz to 80Hz(THX) to 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 200Hz

Note

•If the “Subwoofer” setting is set to “No”, the “Front” setting is fixed at “Full Band”.

■Center*1, Surround*1

`Full Band

`40Hz to 80Hz(THX) to 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 200Hz

`None

■Front High*1*2*3*5

`Full Band

`40Hz to 80Hz(THX) to 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 200Hz

`None

■Surround Back*1*2*3*4

`Full Band

`40Hz to 80Hz(THX) to 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 200Hz

`None

Note

*1 “Full Band” can be selected only when “Full Band” is selected in the “Front” setting.

*2 If the “Surround” setting is set to “None”, this setting cannot be selected.

*3 If the “Speakers Type (Front)” setting is set to “Bi-Amp”, or the “Powered Zone 2” setting is set to “Yes” together with Zone 2 turned on, this setting cannot be selected.

*4 If anything else than “None” is selected in “Front High”, this setting is automatically set to “None”.

*5 If anything else than “None” is selected in “Surround Back”, this setting is automatically set to “None”.

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TX-NR616 specifications

The Onkyo TX-NR616 is a versatile and high-performing 7.2-channel network receiver that has gained a reputation among home theater enthusiasts for its impressive sound quality and extensive feature set. Designed to deliver an immersive audio experience, the TX-NR616 combines advanced technologies with user-friendly functionality, making it a popular choice for both casual listeners and audiophiles alike.

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