Onkyo TX-NR708 Setting the Powered Zone Using Zone, Controlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver

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Setting the Powered Zone 2

 

Using Zone 2

 

 

 

If you’ve connected your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver, as explained in “Connecting Your Zone 2 Speak- ers Directly to the AV receiver” (➔ 69), you must set the “Powered Zone2” setting to “Act” (Activated).

1 Press RECEIVER followed by SETUP.

The main menu appears onscreen.

Tip

•If the main menu doesn’t appear, make sure the appropri- ate external input is selected on your TV.

2 Use q/wto select “Speaker Setup”, and then press

ENTER.

The “Speaker Setup” menu appears.

2. Speaker Setup

1.Speaker Settings

2.Speaker Configuration

3.Speaker Distance

4.Level Calibration

5.Equalizer Settings

6.THX Audio Setup

 

 

 

 

3

Use q/wto select “Speaker Settings”, and then

 

press ENTER.

 

 

 

The “Speaker Settings” menu appears.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2–1. Speaker Settings

 

 

 

 

Speaker Impedance

6ohms

 

 

 

Speakers Type(Front)

Normal

 

 

 

Powered Zone2

Not Act

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Use q/wto select “Powered Zone2”, and use e/r

 

to select:

 

 

`Not Act:

Use FRONT WIDE/ZONE 2 L/R terminals to

connect front wide speakers (Powered Zone 2 disabled).

`Act:

Use FRONT WIDE/ZONE 2 L/R terminals to

connect Zone 2 speakers (Powered Zone 2 enabled).

5 Press SETUP.

The setup menu closes.

Note

•Powered Zone 2 cannot be used if “Speakers Type(Front)” is set to “Bi-Amp” (➔ 45).

•This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using SETUP, arrow buttons, and ENTER.

En

This section explains how to turn Zone 2 on and off, how to select an input source for Zone 2, and how to adjust the volume for Zone 2.

Controlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver

ZONE 2 indicator

OFF

Input selector buttons

ZONE 2

1 To turn on Zone 2 and select an input source, press ZONE 2 followed by an input selector button within 8 seconds.

Zone 2 turns on, the ZONE 2 indicator lights.

Tip

•ZONE 2 12V TRIGGER OUT goes high (+12 V).

To select AM or FM, press TUNER input selector and ZONE 2 repeatedly.

(North American models) You can also select SIR- IUS.

To select the same source as that of the main room, press ZONE 2 twice. “Zone 2 Selector: Source” appears on the display.

2 To turn off Zone 2, press ZONE 2. ZONE 2 indicator flashes.

Press OFF.

The zone is turned off, and the ZONE 2 indicator goes off.

Note

•When Zone 2 is turned off, the output from the ZONE 2 12V TRIGGER OUT goes low (0 volts).

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Contents TX-NR708 Board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm Always consider the environmental issues and follow10 cm 4 at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or Away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-likePrecautions Installing the Batteries Supplied AccessoriesUsing the Remote Controller Aiming the Remote ControllerContents Amplifier Features40 FM/AM Presets excluding North American mod- els ProcessingTHX Select2 Plus Amplifier is prohibitedFront Panel Front & Rear PanelsCBL/SAT, GAME, PC, AUX, TUNER, TV/CD Display For detailed information, see the pages in parenthesesPhono Rear PanelZone 2 Line OUT jacks Standby button Remote ControllerControlling the AV Receiver Controlling the tunerAbout Home Theater Enjoying Home TheaterSpeaker Configuration Connecting the AV ReceiverConnecting Your Speakers Speaker Connection PrecautionsConnecting the Speaker Cables Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2 to 5/8 12 to 15 mmUsing Dipole Speakers Connecting a Powered SubwooferConnecting a Power Amplifier Bi-amping the Front SpeakersAV Cables and Jacks About AV ConnectionsConnected image with AV components Hdmi cableJack Signal Components Assignable Connecting Your Components with HdmiAudio return channel ARC function Display when changing settings Connecting Your ComponentsFront Rear C Remote Control Connecting Onkyo uComponentsHow to record the video StepPlug the power cord into an AC wall outlet Connecting AntennaConnect the supplied power cord to the AV receiver’s AC InletWhich Connections Should I Use? Signal SelectionVideo Connection Formats Audio Connection Formats Depends on the Audio TV Out settingOnly the front L/R channels are output Turning Off Turning On/Off the AV ReceiverTurning On ON/STANDBYBasic Operations Selecting the Language Used for the Onscreen Setup MenusSetting the Display Brightness Playing the Connected ComponentUsing the Sleep Timer Muting the AV Receiver Using the Home MenuSelecting Speaker Layout Using Headphones Changing the Input DisplayTurning Off the Components Using Easy MacrosRestoreing Default Changing Source ComponentFirst measurement position Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction Speaker SetupUsing Audyssey MultEQ Second−Sixth measurement positionsEnter Changing the Speaker Settings Manually Error MessagesUsing a Powered Subwoofer Listening to the Radio Using the TunerTuning into Radio Stations Listening to the RadioPresetting FM/AM Stations Using RDS excluding North American and Taiwan modelsListening to Traffic News TP Finding Stations by Type PTYRDS program types PTY Recording Connecting a Recording ComponentAV Recording Listening Mode Buttons Using the Listening ModesSelecting Listening Modes Explanatory Notes SP Layout Listening ModeAbout Listening Modes Input SourceListening Modes DTSDTS Express DTS-HD MasterAudio DSD *6Listening Mode Description Input Speaker Source Layout THXOnkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Common Procedures in Setup Menu Advanced SetupOn-screen Setup Menus MenuHdmi Input Input/Output AssignMonitor Out BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC TV/CD, PHONO, PortAnalog Audio Input Component Video InputDigital Audio Input BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, AUX TV/CD, PHONO, PortSpeaker Settings Speaker Distance Level CalibrationTHX Audio Setup Equalizer SettingsBGC Multiplex/Mono Audio AdjustDolby Audyssey DSX Source SetupTheater-Dimensional LFE LevelDynamic Volume Reference LevelSync IntelliVolumeName Edit Wide Mode*1*2 Picture AdjustGame Mode Picture Mode*1*2Listening Mode Preset OSD Setup Hardware SetupVolume Setup MiscellaneousSirius Settings North American models TunerAudio Return Channel Power ControlTV Control Firmware Update Lock SetupAuto Power Down NetworkUsing the Audio Settings Re-EQ Setting the Incoming Digital Signal Fixed ModeAudio Selector About NET Connecting the AV ReceiverNetwork Requirements Listening to Other Internet Radio Listening to Internet RadioListening to vTuner Internet Radio Playback starts and the following screen appearsPlaying Music Files on a Server Registering Presets*1Station and Song Presets Items on the Internet Radio Top MenuMP3 Windows Media Player 11 SetupSupported Audio File Formats WMAWAV Server RequirementsAbout Dlna AACRemote Playback from Media Server/ Personal Computer Windows Media Player 12 SetupUsing Remote Playback Supported Music File FormatsDhcp Network SettingsMac Address IP AddressUSB Mass Storage Device Requirements About USBPlaying Music Files on a USB Device Press NET/USB repeatedly to select the USB Plug your USB mass storage device into the AVReceiver’s USB port InputConnecting Your Zone 2 Speakers to an Amp in Zone Connecting ZoneConnecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver ZoneControlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver Setting the Powered Zone Using ZoneUse Front WIDE/ZONE 2 L/R terminals to Muting Zone Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote ControllerAdjusting the Volume for Zone StandbyUsing a Multiroom Kit with Zone Using a Multiroom Kit with a CabinetExtended Mode control Connecting the iPod Directly to the USB PortStandard Mode control Controlling iPodModels sold are different depending on the region Connecting an Onkyo DockOnkyo Dock Cable Using the Onkyo Dock UP-A1 DockWithout the RI Control Controlling Your iPodRI Dock With the RI ControlND-S1 Repeat Random Play Mode DISPLAY*7 Muting Album +Available buttons ON, Standby TOP MenuLooking up for Remote Control Code Preprogrammed Remote Control CodesControlling Other Components Entering Remote Control Codes Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via uYou can reset the remote controller to its default settings Resetting Remote Mode ButtonsResetting the Remote Controller Controlling Other ComponentsON, Standby Input Enter Setup Search Repeat Random Play ModeVCR/PVR Guide TOP MenuTo learn more commands, repeat steps 2 Learning CommandsUsing Normal Macros Deleting Learning CommandsDeleting Macros Making MacrosRunning Macros Can’t turn on the AV receiver TroubleshootingStandby indicator flashes red There’s no sound, or it’s very quietAbout DTS signals There’s no sound with a certain signal formatCan’t select the Pure Audio listening mode Only the front speakers produce soundThere’s no picture Remote controller doesn’t workBeginning of audio received by an Hdmi in can’t be heard There’s no picture from a source connected to an HdmiCan’t access the server or Internet radio Can’t learn commands from another remote controllerCan’t access the music files on a USB device Stand-by power consumptionCBL/SAT, GAME, or AUX input How do I change the language of a multiplex sourceUfunctions don’t work Nent Video Monitor OUTGeneral SpecificationsAmplifier Section Tuner Section Video SectionAudio Outputs OthersSupported Audio Formats About HdmiAbout Copyright Protection About p-compatible components Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or RecorderOperations that can be performed with p connection Confirm the settings How to connect and setupConfirm the connecting and setting Operate with the remote controllerOutput Video Resolution ChartOutput Memo Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH UK Branch Onkyo U.S.A. CorporationOnkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Onkyo China Limited

TX-NR708 specifications

The Onkyo TX-NR708 is a high-performance AV receiver that offers a superb blend of power, versatility, and advanced technology, making it a top choice for home theater enthusiasts. Designed to deliver an immersive audio and video experience, it supports a wide array of formats and features that cater to modern needs.

One of the standout features of the TX-NR708 is its 7.2 channel configuration, which allows for the creation of a powerful surround sound setup. With a rated output of 100 watts per channel, this receiver can drive even demanding speakers while ensuring clarity and detail across a wide range of frequencies. It also supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, delivering lossless audio quality that can bring movies, music, and gaming to life.

In terms of video capabilities, the TX-NR708 is equipped with HDMI 1.4 inputs, which support 3D video and 4K upscaling. This ensures that users can enjoy their content at the highest quality available, making it a future-proof option as 4K content becomes more accessible. The receiver also includes advanced video processing technologies, such as Faroudja DCDi Cinema, enhancing video signals for better clarity and color accuracy.

The Onkyo TX-NR708 features Audyssey MultEQ room calibration technology, which measures the acoustic properties of the listening environment and automatically adjusts the receiver’s settings to provide optimal sound performance. This feature is particularly beneficial for those who may encounter acoustic challenges in their rooms, ensuring a consistent and balanced audio experience.

Connectivity is another area where the TX-NR708 excels. It includes multiple HDMI inputs, digital audio inputs, and analog connections, making it easy to integrate with various devices. Moreover, it supports various streaming services and internet radio through built-in networking features, allowing users to enjoy their favorite music directly from the receiver.

The Onkyo TX-NR708 also includes an intuitive on-screen display and a remote control that simplifies navigation and operation. With its combination of power, advanced technology, and versatile connectivity options, the Onkyo TX-NR708 stands out as an exceptional choice for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment system. Whether for movies, gaming, or music, this receiver is designed to deliver a captivating and immersive experience.
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